Ferdinand Pitagan
Dr. Ferdinand Blancaflor Pitagan was a Monbukagusho (Japanese Government Scholarship) scholar from 2005 to 2010. He is a graduate (March 2010) of International Christian University, Tokyo, Japan with a degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Education. He was a research fellow at Tokyo Gakugei University (2005-2006) and a special science teacher at Philippine Science High School (1997-2004). He has done extensive research and written numerous articles about education, technology, and society. Furthermore, he has done various international research presentations; been the project leader of the Asian Graduate School Forum; and received several national and international awards. At present, he is an assistant professor at the College of Education, University of the Philippines - Diliman, teaching educational technology courses, an educational technology consultant of UP Information Technology Training Center (UP-ITTC) and a research fellow of the ICU Institute for Educational Research and Service (IERS).
Current Positions
Assistant Professor
University of the Philippines - Diliman
College of Education
Educational Technology Department
2010.06 - present
Courses
- EDTECH101: Instructional Media Resources
- EDTECH204: Production and Utilization of Instructional Materials I
- EDTECH205: Production and Utilization of Instructional Materials II
- EDUC190: Computers in Education
- EDUC294: Computer Software for Education
Administrative Positions
- Chair, Socials Committee, College of Education, UPD
Consultant, Educational Technology
UP Information Technology Training Center (UP-ITTC)
2010.10 - present
Research Fellow
International Christian University
ICU Institute for Educational Research and Service (IERS)
Tokyo, Japan
2010.04 - present
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Education Major in Educational Media and Society
International Christian University / Tokyo, Japan / Monbukagusho (Japanese Government Scholarship) / GPA: A – Excellent /
2010.03 – 2006.09
Research Student
Tokyo Gakugei University / Japan / Monbukagusho (Japanese Government Scholarship) / 2006.08 – 2005.04
Masters of Education Major in Education Technology
University of the Philippines - Diliman / Philippine Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Scholar / GPA: 1.29 – Excellent / 2005.11 – 2003.06
Certificate of Professional Education Major in Math Education
University of the Philippines - Diliman / Philippine Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Scholar / GPA: 1.50 – Very Good / 1999.10 – 1998.10
Professional Profile
TEACHING
- Teaching Assistant, Educational Media and Society Department / International Christian University / Tokyo, Japan / 2010.04 – 2007.04
- Assistant Language Teacher, English Language Education / Kaplan Inc., Tokyo, Japan, 2009.02 – 2008.02 / Interac Network, Tokyo, Japan, 2007.12 – 2005.09
- Asia Pacific Regional Instructor, Cisco Networking Academy / National Computer Center / Quezon City, Philippines / 2005.03 – 2004.07
- Special Science Teacher, Computer Science Department / Philippine Science High School / Quezon City, Philippines / 2004.07 – 1997.06
- Instructor III, Computer Science Department / AMA Computer Learning Center / Cavite, Philippines / 1996.10 – 1994.06
CONSULTANCY
- Representative, University of the Philippines - Diliman / First Media Education Consultation and Workshop Meeting / Department of Education / Manila, Philippines / 2010.06
- Team Member, International Christian University Group / Competencies for Healthcare Professionals in the Emergency Rooms / Japan Society for Instructional Systems in Healthcare (JSISH) / Tokyo, Japan / 2010.01 – 2009.04
RESEARCH
- Research Fellow, Institute for Educational Research and Service (IERS) / International Christian University / Tokyo, Japan / 2010.03 - present
- Research Student, Educational Technology / Tokyo Gakugei University / Japan / 2006.08 – 2005.04
ADMINISTRATIVE WORK
- Coordinator, Asian Graduate of Education (GSE) Forum / International Christian University, Japan and Seoul National University, Korea / Present – 2007
- Chairman, PSHS Computer Quiz Bee (QUIZBITS) / Philippine Science High School / Quezon City, Philippines / 2004.03 – 2003.06
- Chairman, Management Information System Technical Working Group / Philippine Science High School / Quezon City, Philippines / 2004.03 – 2003.06
INFOTECH
- System Analyst and Programmer / Cybertronix Computer Specialist, Inc. / Cavite, Philippines / 1997.05 – 1996.02
Research Presentations and Publications
Pitagan, F.B. (2010.10.27-28). Plenary: Instructional Design with Information and Communication Technology (IDwICT). The National ICTs in Basic Education Congress, Ateneo de Manila, Philippines.
Pitagan, F. B. (2010.10.2). Computer for Education.Seminar Workshop for In-service Public School Teachers, Immaculate Mother School and Happiland School, Quezon City, Philippines.
Pitagan, F. B. (2010.10.5). The Repeat: Empowering the Nation Through Education Technology. Philippine Youth Congress in Information Technology (Y4iT), UP National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Development (UP-NISMED), University of the Philippines.
Pitagan, F. B. (2010.09.25). Instructional Media Resources. Seminar Workshop for In-service Public School Teachers, Malanday National High School, Marikina City, Philippines.
Pitagan, F. B. (2010.09.14-17). Empowering the Nation Through Education Technology. Philippine Youth Congress in Information Technology (Y4iT), Film Institue, University of the Philippines. http://184.106.223.13/wordpress/?page_id=64
Pitagan, F. B. (2010.08.26). Computer Software for Education. Alternative Classroom Learning Experience (ACLE), College of Education, University of the Philippines.
Pitagan, F. B. (2010.07.20-31). To Blend or Not To Blend: A Didactic Decision for Innovative Teaching and Learning. The 6th International Conference on Teacher Education (ICTEd), pp 26-27. SEAMEO-INNOTECH, Quezon City, Philippines. http://dilc.upd.edu.ph/index.php/events/478-icted-2010-ferdinand-pitagan
Jung, I. and Pitagan, F. B. (2009). Competencies for Healthcare Professionals in the Emergency Rooms. Japan Society for Instructional Systems in Healthcare (JSISH), First Academic Meeting, Tokyo, Japan.http://www.asas.or.jp/jsish/index.html
Pitagan, F. B. (2009). Instructional Design and Teachers and Learners Factors Affecting Active and Meaningful Participation in Online Discussion. Educational Studies, Vol. 51, pp 103-113, ISSN 0452-3318. International Christian University, Tokyo, Japan.http://subsite.icu.ac.jp/iers/english/index.html
Pitagan, F. B. (2008). The Impact of Grouping Strategies on Interaction Effects and Cognitive Engagements in Asynchronous Online Discussion. International Conference for Media in Education (IcoME), pp 419-411. Kansai University Takatsuki Campus, Osaka, Japan.
Pitagan, F. B. (2007). Pilot Study: The Impact of Grouping Strategies on Interaction Effects and Cognitive Engagements in Asynchronous Online Discussion. Asian Graduate School of Education Forum, p 24. Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea. http://subsite.icu.ac.jp/gs/etchp/sked.html
Pitagan, F. B. (2006). Thesis Summary: University Virtual Learning Environment (UVLE) and Intellectual Behaviors of Teachers and Students. Graduate School of Education Forum, pp 100-105. International Christian University, Tokyo, Japan.
Pitagan, F. B. (2005). University Virtual Learning Environment (UVLe) and Intellectual Behaviors of Teachers and Students. Philippine e-lib, Thesis 371.334 P68u 2005, 120 pages. Manila, Philippines. http://www.elib.gov.ph/results.php?f=author&q=Pitagan%2C+Ferdinand+B.
ON-GOING AND COMPLETED RESEARCH
Pitagan, F. B. (on-going). Full Paper: To Blend or Not To Blend: A Didactic Decision for Innovative Teaching and Learning. Research paper submission for Education Quarterly, University of the Philippines.
Pitagan, F. B. (on-going). Japanese Online Learning Culture. Research paper submission for the Institute for Educational Research and Service (IERS) Research Fellowship, International Christian University, Tokyo, Japan.
Pitagan, F. B. (on-going). Instructional Systems Design: Criticisms and Responses Based on Theoretical and Empirical Evidences. Research paper submission for Educational Studies, International Christian University, Tokyo, Japan.
Pitagan, F. B. (on-going). The Effectiveness and Factors Affecting Effectiveness of Blended Learning Based on Empirical Research. Research paper submission for Educational Studies, International Christian University, Tokyo, Japan.
Pitagan, F. B. (completed). The Implications of Collaborative Grouping, Learners’ Gender and Facilitation Leadership on Interaction and Cognitive Engagements in Asynchronous Online Discussion. PhD Dissertation
Awards and Scholarships
- Best Filipino Teacher Award / Support Your Dream Movement (SYD) / Japan / 2005.12
- Gawad Para sa Mag-aaral / University of the Philippines – Diliman / 2004 (1st Semester); 2003 (1st and 2nd Semester)
- Best Coach, Computer Programming / Philippine National Competitions / 1999 – 2003
- Model Student Award / Rotary International / 1988
- Gerry Roxas Leadership Award / Gerry Roxas Foundation / Philippines / 1988
- Japanese Government Scholarship Award (Monbukagakusho) / 2009.09 – 2005.04
- DOST Scholarship / Philippine Department of Science and Technology / 2004 – 2003; 1999 – 1998
Trainings Conducted
- Cisco Networking Academy Training for Professionals / Philippine Science High School, Quezon City, Philippines, 2004 – 2002 / Ateneo de Davao, Davao, Philippines, 2002.10
- Asia Pacific Regional Cisco Networking Academy Training / Nanyang Technological University / Singapore / 2002.04
- Computer in Education Trainings / University of the Philippines – Diliman / 2005 – 2003
- Manila Xiamen International School Summer Program / Manila Xiamen International School / Xiamen, China / 1999.04
Core Competencies
Educational Technology / E-Learning / Media Education / Blended Learning & Teaching / ICT on Education / Courseware Design & Production / Open University / Course Management Systems / Assessment & Evaluation / Training for Professional / Website Design & Programming / Competency-based Education / Research Methodology / Computer Programming & Networking / Project & Event Management / Culture & Diversity in Education / English Language Education / Basic Accountancy / Conflict Resolution
Organizations
- Association of Filipino Students in Japan
- Science and Technology Advisory Council - Japan Chapter
- Philippine Association of the Japanese Government Scholars
See Also
- University of the Philippines System
- University of the Philippines - Diliman
- UP College of Education
- UP College of Education Homepage
- UP Information Technology Training Center (UP-ITTC)
- International Christian University
- ICU Institute for Educational Research and Service (IERS).
- Monbukagusho (Japanese Government Scholarship)
- Tokyo Gakugei University
- Philippine Science High School
- Asian Graduate School Forum
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