Notre Dame of Kidapawan College and Notre Dame of Cotabato Educators Master AI Integration in Collaborative Webinar

In a significant stride toward modernizing classroom instruction, educators from Notre Dame of Kidapawan College and Notre Dame of Cotabato, Inc. gathered on May 7, 2026, for a specialized webinar titled "Practical AI Integration for Effective Teaching and Learning."

The event, conducted via Zoom, focused on bridging the gap between traditional pedagogy and the rapidly evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence, providing faculty members with the tools necessary to excel in a digital-first academic environment.

Empowering Notre Dame Educators

The session was designed to provide Notre Dame educators with hands-on strategies for the modern classroom. The program featured distinguished guest speaker Jerrylyn B. Magbuo, PhD, the Dean of the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education at FAITH Colleges. A specialist in educational technology and teacher development, Dr. Magbuo opened the virtual session by demystifying AI and providing a comprehensive background on its mechanics and ethical usage.

Rather than viewing AI as a replacement for the educator, the seminar framed it as a powerful "co-pilot" for enhancing student engagement and streamlining instructional design.

Collaboration and Innovation in Action

A major highlight of the event was the interactive Breakout Session, where faculty members utilized Zoom’s collaborative features to work in groups and apply their newfound knowledge. This allowed for real-time application, as teachers collaborated to integrate AI tools into their specific subject areas.

The webinar concluded with a Final Presentation phase, where groups showcased their innovative outputs through screen sharing. Dr. Magbuo expressed her high level of satisfaction with the results, noting the impressive mastery and creativity with which the teachers utilized the technology to solve practical classroom challenges.

This successful initiative was made possible through the valuable collaboration of Diwa Learning Systems Inc. As a dedicated partner in Philippine education, Diwa continues to champion the professional development of teachers by facilitating programs that bring cutting-edge technology and innovative teaching methods to the forefront of the academic community.

By prioritizing technological literacy, Notre Dame of Kidapawan College and Notre Dame of Cotabato continue to ensure that their students receive a globally competitive and future-proof education.