The Mindanao Center for Education Research, Training, and Innovation (MCERTI) serves as the College of Education’s central hub for research and innovation. MCERTI spearheads research activities, fostering advancements in education through its commitment to the diffusion of knowledge and educational technologies. By establishing strong linkages and networks, MCERTI ensures the sustainability of its endeavors. MCERTI strategically aligns its research with issues that beset the Philippine Educational system and with Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), which promotes quality, inclusive education, and lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Curriculum Studies
Pedagogy and Innovations
School Governance
Educational Assessment
Teacher Training Research
You may contact and locate us at:
Email: [email protected] or Telephone Number: (082) 227-8192 local 227
Address: Rm 212, College of Education, USeP Obrero Campus, Davao City
The Department of Education Region XI (DepEd XI) is government body taking charge of all elementary, high schools, and special educational institutions in Davao Region. They have been a strong and consistent partner of the College of Education (CED) at USeP. This partnership is exemplified by MCERTI, which conducts extension activities that leverage the research and expertise of the CED faculty.
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED), is the Philippines’ governing body for higher education institutions, has commissioned a number of CED Faculty for the Scoping Study on Teacher Education Project and continues to be a source of funding support for research and extension.
SEAMEO INNOTECH develops educational resources to improve learning outcomes across Southeast Asia. Faculty from the College of Education have been recognized for their expertise by SEAMEO INNOTECH, collaborating on the development of blended learning modules for the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and serving as trainers for the continuing education program offered jointly by DepEd (Department of Education) and SEAMEO INNOTECH.
