Manuel B. Garcia is a professor of information technology and the founding director of the Educational Innovation and Technology Hub (EdITH) at FEU Institute of Technology, Manila, Philippines. He is a graduate of Doctor of Information Technology from the University of the East and is presently a student of Doctor of Philosophy in Education at the University of the Philippines. His interdisciplinary research interest includes topics that, individually or collectively, cover the disciplines of education and information technology. He is a licensed professional teacher and a proud member of the National Research Council of the Philippines – an attached agency to the country’s Department of Science and Technology (DOST-NRCP).
Dr. Garcia is the first-ever recipient of the Ramon Dimacali Award for Information Technology, conferred by the Philippine Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology, and has been recognized as one of the World's Top 2% Scientists for 2023 and 2024 by Elsevier.
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Journal Articles (28)
Acut, D. P., Malabago, N. K., Malicoban, E. V., Galamiton, N. S., & Garcia, M. B. (2025). “ChatGPT 4.0 Ghosted Us While Conducting Literature Search:” Modeling the Chatbot’s Generated Non-Existent References Using Regression Analysis. Internet Reference Services Quarterly. https://doi.org/10.1080/10875301.2024.2426793.
Garcia, M. B. (2024). Watching Exercise and Fitness Videos on TikTok for Physical Education: Motivation, Engagement, and Message Sensation Value. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education. https://doi.org/10.1123/jtpe.2024-0084.
Garcia, M. B. (2024). Profiling the Skill Mastery of Introductory Programming Students: A Cognitive Diagnostic Modeling Approach. Education and Information Technologies, 1-27. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-024-13039-6.
Garcia, M. B. (2024). The Paradox of Artificial Creativity: Challenges and Opportunities of Generative AI Artistry. Creativity Research Journal, 1-14. https://doi.org/10.1080/10400419.2024.2354622.
Garcia, M. B. (2024). School Reopening Concerns Amid a Pandemic Among Higher Education Students: A Developing Country Perspective for Policy Development. Educational Research for Policy and Practice, 23(2), 271-288. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10671-024-09366-7.
Garcia, M. B. (2023). ChatGPT as a Virtual Dietitian: Exploring its Potential as a Tool for Improving Nutrition Knowledge. Applied System Innovation, 6(5), 1-18. https://doi.org/10.3390/asi6050096.
Arif, Y. M., Nurhayati, H., Karami, A. F., Nugroho, F., Kurniawan, F., Rasyid, H. A., Aini, Q., Diah, N. M., & Garcia, M. B. (2023). An Artificial Neural Network-Based Finite State Machine for Adaptive Scenario Selection in Serious Game. International Journal of Intelligent Engineering and Systems, 16(5), 488-500. https://doi.org/10.22266/ijies2023.1031.42.
Garcia, M. B. & Barrientos, R. C. (2023). What Do Students Think of Mobile Chemistry Games? Implications for Developing Mobile Learning Games in Chemistry Education. International Journal of Game-Based Learning, 13(1), 1-25. https://doi.org/10.4018/IJGBL.327450.
Garcia, M. B. (2023). Facilitating Group Learning Using an Apprenticeship Model: Which Master is More Effective in Programming Instruction? Journal of Educational Computing Research, 61(6), 1207-1231. https://doi.org/10.1177/07356331231170382.
Garcia, M. B. (2023). Fostering an Innovation Culture in the Education Sector: A Scoping Review and Bibliometric Analysis of Hackathon Research. Innovative Higher Education, 48(4), 739-762. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10755-023-09651-y.
Garcia, M. B. & Yousef, A. M. F. (2023). Cognitive and Affective Effects of Teachers’ Annotations and Talking Heads on Asynchronous Video Lectures in a Web Development Course. Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced Learning, 18(20), 1-23. https://doi.org/10.58459/rptel.2023.18020.
Garcia, M. B., Nadelson, L. S., & Yeh, A. (2023). "We're going on a virtual trip!": A Switching-Replications Experiment of 360-Degree Videos as a Physical Field Trip Alternative in Primary Education. International Journal of Child Care and Education Policy, 17(4), 1-16. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40723-023-00110-x.
Garcia, M. B. (2023). Factors Affecting Adoption Intention of Productivity Software Applications Among Teachers: A Structural Equation Modeling Investigation. International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction, 40(10), 2546-2559. https://doi.org/10.1080/10447318.2022.2163565.
Garcia, M. B. (2022). Location-Based Marketing Using Mobile Geofencing: Lessons Learned from a User-Centered Application Development Research. International Journal of Technology Marketing, 17(1), 1-29. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJTMKT.2022.10047566.
Garcia, M. B. (2022). Hackathons as Extracurricular Activities: Unraveling the Motivational Orientation Behind Student Participation. Computer Applications in Engineering Education, 30(6), 1903-1918. https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22564.
Garcia, M. B., Rull, V. M. A., Bias, D. J. M., Gunawardana, S. S. J. D., Cruz, J. E. C., Chua, R. C. C., Fernando, M. C. G., & Perez, M. R. L. (2022). Promoting Social Relationships Using a Couch Cooperative Video Game: An Empirical Experiment with Unacquainted Players. International Journal of Gaming and Computer-Mediated Simulations, 14(1), 1-18. https://doi.org/10.4018/IJGCMS.303106.
Bringula, R. P., Catacutan-Bangit, A. E., Garcia, M. B., Gonzales, J. P. S., & Valderama, A. M. C. (2022). “Who is gullible to political disinformation?”: Predicting Susceptibility of University Students to Fake News. Journal of Information Technology & Politics, 19(2), 165-179. https://doi.org/10.1080/19331681.2021.1945988.
Garcia, M. B. (2021). Cooperative Learning in Computer Programming: A Quasi-Experimental Evaluation of Jigsaw Teaching Strategy with Novice Programmers. Education and Information Technologies, 26, 4839-4856. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-021-10502-6.
Garcia, M. B. (2020). Augmented Reality in History Education: An Immersive Storytelling of American Colonisation Period in the Philippines. International Journal of Learning Technology, 15(3), 234-254. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJLT.2020.112170.
Garcia, M. B. (2020). Sentiment Analysis of Tweets on Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic from Metro Manila, Philippines. Cybernetics and Information Technologies, 20(4), 141-155. https://doi.org/10.2478/cait-2020-0052.
Alcober, G. I., Revano Jr., T. F., & Garcia, M. B. (2020). E-Safety in the Use of Social Networking Application. International Journal of Advanced Trends in Computer Science and Engineering, 9(1.2), 71-75. https://doi.org/10.30534/ijatcse/2020/1291.22020.
Garcia, M. B. (2020). Kinder Learns: An Educational Visual Novel Game as Knowledge Enhancement Tool for Early Childhood Education. The International Journal of Technologies in Learning, 27(1), 13-34. https://doi.org/10.18848/2327-0144/CGP/v27i01/13-34.
Garcia, M. B., Mangaba, J. B., & Vinluan, A. A. (2020). Towards the Development of a Personalized Nutrition Knowledge-Based System: A Mixed-Methods Needs Analysis of Virtual Dietitian. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, 9(4), 2068-2075. https://doi.org/https://www.ijstr.org/final-print/apr2020/Towards-The-Development-Of-A-Personalized-Nutrition-Knowle.
Garcia, M. B. & Pilueta, N. U. (2020). The VISIMP Portable Communications Device for Visually Impaired Individuals - Development and Feasibility Study of an Assistive Technology. Journal of Critical Reviews, 7(15), 511-516.
Garcia, M. B. (2019). A Speech Therapy Game Application for Aphasia Patient Neurorehabilitation – A Pilot Study of an mHealth App. International Journal of Simulation: Systems, Science & Technology, 20(2), 1-8. https://doi.org/10.5013/IJSSST.a.20.S2.05.
Fernando, M. C. G., Garcia, M. B., Solomo, M. V. S., & Lagman, A. C. (2019). Trash Attack: A 2D Action Puzzle Video Game to Promote Environmental Awareness and Waste Segregation Behavior. International Journal of Simulation: Systems, Science & Technology, 20(2), 1-4. https://doi.org/10.5013/IJSSST.a.20.S2.24.
Garcia, M. B., Revano Jr., T. F., Habal, B. G. M., Contreras, J. O., Enriquez, J. B. R., De Angel, R. M., & Lagman, A. C. (2019). Game Development as a Pedagogical Methodology in Learning Related ICT Skills: Perspectives of Freshmen from FEU Institute of Technology. International Journal of Simulation: Systems, Science & Technology, 20(2), 1-7. https://doi.org/10.5013/IJSSST.a.20.S2.02.
Garcia, M. B. (2017). E-Learning Technology Adoption in the Philippines: An Investigation of Factors Affecting Filipino College Students' Acceptance of Learning Management Systems. The International Journal of E-Learning and Educational Technologies in the Digital Media (IJEETDM), 3(3), 118-130. https://doi.org/10.17781/P002374.
Conference Papers (50)
Kovaleva, Y., Happonen, A., Garcia, M. B., & Kasurinen, J. (2024). Female-Inclusive Practices for Software Engineering and Computer Science Higher Education: A Literature Review. Proceedings of the Annual Doctoral Symposium of Computer Science 2024. https://doi.org/https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-3776/paper08.pdf.
Mishra, N., Garcia, P. S., Habal, B. G. M., & Garcia, M. B. (2024). Harnessing an AI-Driven Analytics Model to Optimize Training and Treatment in Physical Education for Sports Injury Prevention. Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Education and Multimedia Technology, 309-315. https://doi.org/10.1145/3678726.3678740.
Garcia, M. B., Quejado, C. K., Maranan, C. R. B., Ualat, O. N., & Adao, R. T. (2024). Valentine's Day in the Metaverse: Examining School Event Celebrations in Virtual Worlds Using an Appreciative Inquiry Approach. Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Education and Multimedia Technology, 22-29. https://doi.org/10.1145/3678726.3678739.
Pulumbarit, A. M., Dela Fuente, F. J. P., Perlado, M. A. M., Atienza, K. F. E. O., Liwanag, K. N. S., Revano Jr., T. F., Garcia, M. B., & Valderama, A. M. C. (2023). Sprout It: A Data-Driven Approach to Mushroom Farming with Batch Tracking, Yield Calculation, and Harvest Optimization. 2023 IEEE 15th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM60674.2023.10589259.
Revano Jr., T. F., Alcober, G. I., & Garcia, M. B. (2023). Maximizing Subscriber Base Growth Through Door-to-Door Sampling Caravan: A Case Study of DITO Telecommunication. 2023 IEEE 15th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM60674.2023.10589178.
Alcober, G. I., Revano Jr., T. F., Garcia, M. B., Enriquez, J. B. R., Habal, B. G. M., & Tuazon, J. B. D. (2023). HelpTech: Elevating School Operations with Automatic Ticket Categorization through Natural Language Processing. 2023 IEEE 15th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM60674.2023.10589054.
Isles, I. D., Castro, A. G. T., Cosme, J. R. G., Pagsolingan, R. F. N., Ulanday, J. R. U., Ramos, R. F., & Garcia, M. B. (2023). Stella Vee: An Isometric Action-Adventure Video Game Raising Awareness of Issues Surrounding Intellectual Property and Copyright. 2023 IEEE 15th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM60674.2023.10589176.
Garcia, M. B., Revano Jr., T. F., Maaliw III, R. R., Lagrazon, P. G. G., Valderama, A. M. C., Happonen, A., Qureshi, B., & Yilmaz, R. (2023). Exploring Student Preference Between AI-Powered ChatGPT and Human-Curated Stack Overflow in Resolving Programming Problems and Queries. 2023 IEEE 15th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM60674.2023.10589162.
Dollente, D. K. V., Labay, J. M. B., Macatuno, K. S. H., Viray, T. D. B., Ramirez, R. R., & Garcia, M. B. (2023). Anito: Battle of the Gods - Exploring Philippines' Cultural Mythical Tales in a Cooperative and Competitive Fighting Video Game. 2023 IEEE 15th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM60674.2023.10589120.
Lagrazon, P. G. G., Japor, J. E. E., Susa, J. A. B., Abante, M. V., Maaliw III, R. R., Platon, A. B., Lagman, A. C., & Garcia, M. B. (2023). Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning Models for Relative Humidity Prediction in the Philippines. 2023 1st IEEE International Conference on Smart Technology (ICE-SMARTec), 72-77. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICE-SMARTECH59237.2023.10461954.
Garcia, M. B., Adao, R. T., Pempiña, E. B., Quejado, C. K., & Maranan, C. R. B. (2023). MILES Virtual World: A Three-Dimensional Avatar-Driven Metaverse-Inspired Digital School Environment for FEU Group of Schools. Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Education and Multimedia Technology, 23-29. https://doi.org/10.1145/3625704.3625729.
Garcia, M. B., Adao, R. T., Ualat, O. N., & Cunanan-Yabut, A. (2023). Remodeling a Mobile Educational Metaverse Using a Co-Design Approach: Challenges, Issues, and Expected Features. Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Education and Multimedia Technology, 47-54. https://doi.org/10.1145/3625704.3625730.
Lagrazon, P. G. G., Lagman, A. C., Abante, M. V., Ortega, J. H. J. C., Calderon, R. A., De Castro, P. J. L., Maaño, R. C., & Garcia, M. B. (2023). Wind Speed Prediction Using Gaussian Process Regression: A Machine Learning Approach. 2023 International Conference on Information Technology Research and Innovation (ICITRI), 118-122. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICITRI59340.2023.10250031.
Yousef, A. M. F., Huang, R., Tlili, A., Garcia, M. B., Mahmoud, A. G., & Metwally, A. H. S. (2023). Small Bites, Big Impact: The Power of Nanolearning. 7th International Conference on Smart Learning Environments, 108-116. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-5961-7_12.
Lagrazon, P. G. G., Japor, J. E. E., Maaliw III, R. R., Susa, J. A. B., De Veluz, M. R. D., Lagman, A. C., Garcia, M. B., & Platon, A. B. (2023). A Comparative Analysis of the Machine Learning Model for Rainfall Prediction in Cavite Province, Philippines. 2023 IEEE World AI IoT Congress (AIIoT), 0421-0426. https://doi.org/10.1109/AIIoT58121.2023.10174533.
Garcia, M. B., Mansul, D. M. C., Pempiña, E. B., Perez, M. R. L., & Adao, R. T. (2023). A Playable 3D Virtual Tour for an Interactive Campus Visit Experience: Showcasing School Facilities to Attract Potential Enrollees. 2023 9th International Conference on Virtual Reality, 461-466. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICVR57957.2023.10169768.
Valderama, A. M. C., Tuazon, J. B. D., & Garcia, M. B. (2022). Promoting Student Thinking and Engagement Through Question-Based and Gamified Learning. 2022 IEEE 14th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM57413.2022.10109470.
Cortez, L. P., Tandayu, S. K., Villan, K. R., Español, R., Tutanes, A. C., Perez, M. R. L., Calleja, J. Q., & Garcia, M. B. (2022). Corona Larona: A 2.5D Mobile Game Advocating COVID-19 Safety Protocols and Mitigation Strategies. 2022 IEEE 14th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM57413.2022.10109445.
Garcia, M. B., Enriquez, J. B. R., Adao, R. T., & Happonen, A. (2022). "Hey IDE, Display Hello World": Integrating a Voice Coding Approach in Hands-on Computer Programming Activities. 2022 IEEE 14th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM57413.2022.10109412.
Parel, D., Costuna, E. K., Morelos, J. M., Cabelis, S. A., Ramos, R. F., Perez, M. R. L., & Garcia, M. B. (2022). Escape from Oblivion: A 3D Hack and Slash Survival Horror Video Game for Promoting Awareness of Persistent Depressive Disorder. 2022 IEEE 14th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM57413.2022.10109542.
Garcia, M. B., Alcober, G. I., Maaliw III, R. R., Sibbaluca, B. G., Dela Fuente, J. A., & Ramos, A. L. (2022). Sociodemographic Profile as Moderators in the Technology Acceptance of Productivity Applications. 2022 IEEE 14th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM57413.2022.10109434.
Arayata, P. A., Banzon, J., Franco, B. M., Lubrin, D., Perez, M. R. L., & Garcia, M. B. (2022). Chyilax: A 3D Video Game as a Marketing Tool for Mental Breakdown Awareness Campaign. 2022 IEEE 14th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM57413.2022.10109535.
Garcia, M. B., Revano Jr., T. F., Loresco, P. J. M., Maaliw III, R. R., Oducado, R. M. F., & Uludag, K. (2022). Virtual Dietitian as a Precision Nutrition Application for Gym and Fitness Enthusiasts: A Quality Improvement Initiative. 2022 IEEE 14th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM57413.2022.10109490.
Maaliw III, R. R., Mabunga, Z. P., De Veluz, M. R. D., Alon, A. S., Lagman, A. C., Garcia, M. B., Lacatan, L. L., & Dellosa, R. M. (2023). An Enhanced Segmentation and Deep Learning Architecture for Early Diabetic Retinopathy Detection. 2023 IEEE 13th Annual Computing and Communication Workshop and Conference (CCWC), 0168-0175. https://doi.org/10.1109/CCWC57344.2023.10099069.
Maaliw III, R. R., Alon, A. S., Lagman, A. C., Garcia, M. B., Susa, J. A. B., Reyes, R. C., Fernando, M. C. G., & Hernandez, A. A. (2022). A Multistage Transfer Learning Approach for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Classification. 2022 IEEE 13th Annual Ubiquitous Computing, Electronics & Mobile Communication Conference (UEMCON), 488-495. https://doi.org/10.1109/UEMCON54665.2022.9965679.
Maaliw III, R. R., Alon, A. S., Lagman, A. C., Garcia, M. B., Abante, M. V., Belleza Jr., R. C., Tan Jr., J. B., & Maaño, R. A. (2022). Cataract Detection and Grading Using Ensemble Neural Networks and Transfer Learning. 2022 IEEE 13th Annual Information Technology, Electronics and Mobile Communication Conference, 74-81. https://doi.org/10.1109/IEMCON56893.2022.9946550.
Pilueta, N. U., Grimaldo, H. D., Jardiniano, M. F., & Garcia, M. B. (2022). Chessbot: A Voice-Controlled Chess Board with Self-Moving Pieces. AIP Conference Proceedings, 2502(1), 1-9. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0108986.
Garcia, M. B. & Cunanan-Yabut, A. (2022). Public Sentiment and Emotion Analyses of Twitter Data on the 2022 Russian Invasion of Ukraine. 2022 9th International Conference on Information Technology, Computer, and Electrical Engineering (ICITACEE), 242-247. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICITACEE55701.2022.9924136.
Maaliw III, R. R., Susa, J. A. B., Alon, A. S., Lagman, A. C., Ambat, S. C., Garcia, M. B., Keno C. Piad, ., & Fernando, M. C. G. (2022). A Deep Learning Approach for Automatic Scoliosis Cobb Angle Identification. 2022 IEEE World AI IoT Congress (AIIoT), 111-117. https://doi.org/10.1109/AIIoT54504.2022.9817290.
Garcia, M. B., Juanatas, I. C., & Juanatas, R. A. (2022). TikTok as a Knowledge Source for Programming Learners: A New Form of Nanolearning? 2022 10th International Conference on Information and Education Technology (ICIET), 219-223. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICIET55102.2022.9779004.
Garcia, M. B., Mangaba, J. B., & Tanchoco, C. C. (2021). Acceptability, Usability, and Quality of a Personalized Daily Meal Plan Recommender System: The Case of Virtual Dietitian. 2021 IEEE 13th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM54116.2021.9732056.
Revano Jr., T. F. & Garcia, M. B. (2021). Designing Human-Centered Learning Analytics Dashboard for Higher Education Using a Participatory Design Approach. 2021 IEEE 13th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM54116.2021.9731917.
Revano Jr., T. F. & Garcia, M. B. (2021). iVital: A Mobile Health Expert System with a Wearable Vital Sign Analyzer. 2021 IEEE 13th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-4. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM54116.2021.9731967.
Garcia, M. B. & Revano Jr., T. F. (2021). Assessing the Role of Python Programming Gamified Course on Students’ Knowledge, Skills Performance, Attitude, and Self-Efficacy. 2021 IEEE 13th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM54116.2021.9731935.
Garcia, M. B. & Revano Jr., T. F. (2022). Pandemic, Higher Education, and a Developing Country: How Teachers and Students Adapt to Emergency Remote Education? 2022 4th Asia Pacific Information Technology Conference, 111-115. https://doi.org/10.1145/3512353.3512369.
Garcia, M. B. & Oducado, R. M. F. (2021). Intention to Utilize Mobile Game-Based Learning in Nursing Education From Teachers' Perspective: A Theory of Planned Behavior Approach. 2021 1st Conference on Online Teaching for Mobile Education (OT4ME), 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1109/OT4ME53559.2021.9638909.
Garcia, M. B. & Claour, J. P. (2021). Mobile Bookkeeper: Personal Financial Management Application with Receipt Scanner Using Optical Character Recognition. 2021 1st Conference on Online Teaching for Mobile Education (OT4ME), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/OT4ME53559.2021.9638794.
Mustafa, A. S. & Garcia, M. B. (2021). Theories Integrated With Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) in Online Learning Acceptance and Continuance Intention: A Systematic Review. 2021 1st Conference on Online Teaching for Mobile Education (OT4ME), 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1109/OT4ME53559.2021.9638934.
Garcia, M. B., Mangaba, J. B., & Tanchoco, C. C. (2021). Virtual Dietitian: A Nutrition Knowledge-Based System Using Forward Chaining Algorithm. 2021 International Conference on Innovation and Intelligence for Informatics, Computing, and Technologies (3ICT), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/3ICT53449.2021.9581887.
Garcia, M. B., Revano Jr., T. F., & Cunanan-Yabut, A. (2021). Hand Alphabet Recognition for Dactylology Conversion to English Print Using Streaming Video Segmentation. 2021 9th International Conference on Computer and Communications Management, 46-51. https://doi.org/10.1145/3479162.3479169.
Luluquisin, T. N., Castillo, K. M. D., Ligayo, K. M., Obille, I. V. N., Wong, J. K. V., Garcia, M. B., & Perez, M. R. L. (2021). Beast Chasers: A 3D PC-based Third Person Action RPG Game used to Spread Societal Issue Awareness. 2021 the 11th International Workshop on Computer Science and Engineering (WCSE 2021), 201-206. https://doi.org/10.18178/wcse.2021.06.030.
Revano Jr., T. F. & Garcia, M. B. (2020). Manufacturing Design Thinkers in Higher Education Institutions: The Use of Design Thinking Curriculum in the Education Landscape. 2020 IEEE 12th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM51456.2020.9400034.
Garcia, M. B. (2019). Human-Library Interaction: A Self-Service Library Management System Using Sequential Multimodal Interface. 2019 IEEE 11th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM48295.2019.9073499.
Garcia, M. B. (2019). Plan-Cook-Eat: A Meal Planner App with Optimal Macronutrient Distribution of Calories Based on Personal Total Daily Energy Expenditure. 2019 IEEE 11th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM48295.2019.9073490.
Garcia, M. B., Pilueta, N. U., & Jardiniano, M. F. (2019). VITAL APP: Development and User Acceptability of an IoT-Based Patient Monitoring Device for Synchronous Measurements of Vital Signs. 2019 IEEE 11th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM48295.2019.9072724.
Garcia, M. B., Ambat, S. C., & Adao, R. T. (2019). Tomayto, Tomahto: A Machine Learning Approach for Tomato Ripening Stage Identification Using Pixel-Based Color Image Classification. 2019 IEEE 11th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM48295.2019.9072892.
Goh, M. L. I., Garcia, M. B., Lagman, A. C., Lalata, J. P., Vicente, H. N., & De Angel, R. M. (2019). A Pocket-Sized Interactive Pillbox Device: Design and Development of a Microcontroller-Based System for Medicine Intake Adherence. 2019 International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Knowledge Economy (ICCIKE), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICCIKE47802.2019.9004276.
Garcia, M. B., Revano Jr., T. F., Habal, B. G. M., Contreras, J. O., & Enriquez, J. B. R. (2018). A Pornographic Image and Video Filtering Application Using Optimized Nudity Recognition and Detection Algorithm. 2018 IEEE 10th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-5. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM.2018.8666227.
Revano Jr., T. F., Garcia, M. B., Habal, B. G. M., Contreras, J. O., & Enriquez, J. B. R. (2018). Logical Guessing Riddle Mobile Gaming Application Utilizing Fisher Yates Algorithm. 2018 IEEE 10th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment and Management (HNICEM), 1-4. https://doi.org/10.1109/HNICEM.2018.8666302.
Garcia, M. B. & Mangaba, J. B. (2017). Delivering Effective Game-Based Learning: A Comparative Study Between Computer and Mobile as the Learning Framework for Preschoolers. 1st International Conference on Information Technology, Education, Engineering, and Management Sciences (ITEEMS).
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Garcia, M. B. (2025). Global Innovations in Physical Education and Health. IGI Global, 1-592. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3952-7.
Garcia, M. B. & de Almeida, R. P. P. (2024). Transformative Approaches to Patient Literacy and Healthcare Innovation. IGI Global, 1-393. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3661-8.
Garcia, M. B. & de Almeida, R. P. P. (2024). Emerging Technologies for Health Literacy and Medical Practice. IGI Global, 1-462. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1214-8.
Garcia, M. B., Cabrera, M. V. L., & de Almeida, R. P. P. (2023). Handbook of Research on Instructional Technologies in Health Education and Allied Disciplines. IGI Global, 1-439. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-7164-7.
Garcia, M. B. (2022). Socioeconomic Inclusion During an Era of Online Education. IGI Global, 1-314. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-4364-4.
Book Chapters (12)
Arif, Y. M., Nugroho, F., Aini, Q., Fauzan, A. C., & Garcia, M. B. (2025). A Systematic Literature Review of Serious Games for Physical Education: Technologies, Implementations, and Evaluations. Global Innovations in Physical Education and Health. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3952-7.ch001.
Lobo, M. D., de Almeida, R. P. P., Miravent, S., & Garcia, M. B. (2025). Advancing Precision in Physical Education and Sports Science: A Review of Medical Imaging Methods for Assessing Body Composition. Global Innovations in Physical Education and Health. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3952-7.ch011.
Acut, D. P., Lobo, J. T., & Garcia, M. B. (2025). Determinants of Teachers' Intentions to Integrate Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Into Physical Education and Health Curricula. Global Innovations in Physical Education and Health. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3952-7.ch016.
Diaz, F. C. B., Trinidad, I., Agustin, M. J., Panganiban, T. P., & Garcia, M. B. (2025). Mindfulness for Health and Well Being: An Innovative Physical Education Course in the University of the Philippines Diliman. Global Innovations in Physical Education and Health, 139-168. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3952-7.ch006.
Garcia, M. B., Arif, Y. M., Khlaif, Z. N., Zhu, M., de Almeida, R. P. P., de Almeida, R. S., & Masters, K. (2024). Effective Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Medical Education: Practical Tips and Actionable Insights. Transformative Approaches to Patient Literacy and Healthcare Innovation, 1-19. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3661-8.ch001.
Arif, Y. M., Ayunda, N., Diah, N. M., & Garcia, M. B. (2024). A Systematic Review of Serious Games for Health Education: Technology, Challenges, and Future Directions. Transformative Approaches to Patient Literacy and Healthcare Innovation, 20-45. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3661-8.ch002.
Ofosu-Ampong, K., Agyekum, M. W., & Garcia, M. B. (2024). Long-Term Pandemic Management and the Need to Invest in Digital Transformation: A Resilience Theory Perspective. Transformative Approaches to Patient Literacy and Healthcare Innovation, 242-260. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-3661-8.ch012.
Garcia, M. B., Garcia, P. S., Maaliw III, R. R., Lagrazon, P. G. G., Arif, Y. M., Ofosu-Ampong, K., Yousef, A. M. F., & Vaithilingam, C. A. (2024). Technoethical Considerations for Advancing Health Literacy and Medical Practice: A Posthumanist Framework in the Age of Healthcare 5.0. Emerging Technologies for Health Literacy and Medical Practice, 1-19. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-1214-8.ch001.
Garcia, M. B. & Garcia, P. S. (2023). Intelligent Tutoring System as an Instructional Technology in Learning Basic Nutrition Concepts: An Exploratory Sequential Mixed Methods Study. Handbook of Research on Instructional Technologies in Health Education and Allied Disciplines, 265-284. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-7164-7.ch012.
Garcia, M. B., Yousef, A. M. F., de Almeida, R. P. P., Arif, Y. M., Happonen, A., & Barber, W. (2023). Teaching Physical Fitness and Exercise Using a Computer-Assisted Instruction: A School-Based Public Health Intervention. Handbook of Research on Instructional Technologies in Health Education and Allied Disciplines, 177-195. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-7164-7.ch008.
Fung, C. Y., Su, S. I., Perry, E. J., & Garcia, M. B. (2022). Development of a Socioeconomic Inclusive Assessment Framework for Online Learning in Higher Education. Socioeconomic Inclusion During an Era of Online Education, 23-46. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-4364-4.ch002.
Mustafa, A. S., Alkawsi, G. A., Ofosu-Ampong, K., Vanduhe, V. Z., Garcia, M. B., & Baashar, Y. (2022). Gamification of E-Learning in African Universities: Identifying Adoption Factors Through Task-Technology Fit and Technology Acceptance Model. Next-Generation Applications and Implementations of Gamification Systems, 73-96. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-8089-9.ch005.
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Garcia, M. B. (2024). Physical School Closures as a Public Health Response to High Heat Index in the Philippines: A Critical Perspective. Journal of Public Health and Emergency, 1-3. https://doi.org/10.21037/jphe-24-66.
Garcia, M. B. (2024). Addressing the Mental Health Implications of ChatGPT Dependency: The Need for Comprehensive Policy Development. Asian Journal of Psychiatry, 98. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajp.2024.104140.
Garcia, M. B. (2024). The Lure of the Podium: The Seductive Appeal of Predatory Conference Speaker Invitations. Annals of Biomedical Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10439-024-03506-z.
Garcia, M. B. (2023). Can ChatGPT Substitute Human Companionship for Coping with Loss and Trauma? Journal of Loss and Trauma, 28(8), 784-786. https://doi.org/10.1080/15325024.2023.2240697.
Garcia, M. B. (2023). Using AI Tools in Writing Peer Review Reports: Should Academic Journals Embrace the Use of ChatGPT? Annals of Biomedical Engineering, 52(2), 139-140. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10439-023-03299-7.
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2024 8th International Conference on Education and Multimedia Technology
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Harnessing an AI-Driven Analytics Model to Optimize Training and Treatment in Physical Education for Sports Injury Prevention
Valentine's Day in the Metaverse: Examining School Event Celebrations in Virtual Worlds Using an Appreciative Inquiry Approach
November 19 – 23, 2023
2023 IEEE 15th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment, and Management
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Exploring Student Preference Between AI-Powered ChatGPT and Human-Curated Stack Overflow in Resolving Programming Problems and Queries
HelpTech: Elevating School Operations with Automatic Ticket Categorization through Natural Language Processing
Stella Vee: An Isometric Action-Adventure Video Game Raising Awareness of Issues Surrounding Intellectual Property and Copyright
Maximizing Subscriber Base Growth Through Door-to-Door Sampling Caravan: A Case Study of DITO Telecommunication
Anito: Battle of the Gods - Exploring Philippines' Cultural Mythical Tales in a Cooperative and Competitive Fighting Video Game
August 29 – 31, 2023
2023 7th International Conference on Education and Multimedia Technology
ICEMT 2023, Tokyo, Japan. https://www.icemt.org/icemt2023.html. Research Titles:
MILES Virtual World: A Three-Dimensional Avatar-Driven Metaverse-Inspired Digital School Environment for FEU Group of Schools
Remodeling a Mobile Educational Metaverse Using a Co-Design Approach: Challenges, Issues, and Expected Features
May 12 – 14, 2023
9th International Conference on Virtual Reality
ICVR 2023, Northwest A&F University, Xianyang, China. . Research Title:
A Playable 3D Virtual Tour for an Interactive Campus Visit Experience: Showcasing School Facilities to Attract Potential Enrollees
December 1 – 4, 2022
2022 IEEE 14th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment, and Management
HNICEM 2022, Boracay Island, Philippines. . Research Titles:
Virtual Dietitian as a Precision Nutrition Application for Gym and Fitness Enthusiasts: A Quality Improvement Initiative
Chyilax: A 3D Video Game as a Marketing Tool for Mental Breakdown Awareness Campaign
Sociodemographic Profile as Moderators in the Technology Acceptance of Productivity Applications
Escape from Oblivion: A 3D Hack and Slash Survival Horror Video Game for Promoting Awareness of Persistent Depressive Disorder
"Hey IDE, Display Hello World": Integrating a Voice Coding Approach in Hands-on Computer Programming Activities
Corona Larona: A 2.5D Mobile Game Advocating COVID-19 Safety Protocols and Mitigation Strategies
Promoting Student Thinking and Engagement Through Question-Based and Gamified Learning
October 26 – 29, 2022
2022 IEEE 13th Annual Ubiquitous Computing, Electronics & Mobile Communication Conference
UEMCON 2022, New York, USA. . Research Title:
A Multistage Transfer Learning Approach for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Classification
October 12 – 15, 2022
2022 IEEE 13th Information Technology, Electronics and Mobile Communications Conference
IEMCON 2022, Vancouver, Canada. . Research Title:
Cataract Detection and Grading Using Ensemble Neural Networks and Transfer Learning
August 25 – 26, 2022
2022 9th International Conference on Information Technology, Computer, and Electrical Engineering
ICITACEE 2022, Semarang, Indonesia. . Research Title:
Public Sentiment and Emotion Analyses of Twitter Data on the 2022 Russian Invasion of Ukraine
June 6 – 9, 2022
2022 IEEE World AI IoT Congress
AIIoT 2022, Seattle, USA. . Research Title:
A Deep Learning Approach for Automatic Scoliosis Cobb Angle Identification
April 9 – 11, 2022
2022 IEEE 10th International Conference on Information and Education Technology
ICIET 2022, Matsue, Japan. . Research Title:
TikTok as a Knowledge Source for Programming Learners: A New Form of Nanolearning?
January 14 – 16, 2020
2022 ACM 4th Asia Pacific Information Technology Conference
APIT 2022, Bangkok, Thailand. . Research Title:
Pandemic, Higher Education, and a Developing Country: How Teachers and Students Adapt to Emergency Remote Education?
November 28 – 30, 2020
2021 IEEE 13th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment, and Management
HNICEM 2021, Manila, Philippines. . Research Titles:
Acceptability, Usability, and Quality of a Personalized Daily Meal Plan Recommender System: The Case of Virtual Dietitian
Designing Human-Centered Learning Analytics Dashboard for Higher Education Using a Participatory Design Approach
iVital: A Mobile Health Expert System with a Wearable Vital Sign Analyzer
Assessing the Role of Python Programming Gamified Course on Students’ Knowledge, Skills Performance, Attitude, and Self-Efficacy
November 22 – 25, 2021
2021 1st Conference on Online Teaching for Mobile Education
OT4ME! 2021, Alcalá de Henares, Spain. . Research Titles:
Mobile Bookkeeper: Personal Financial Management Application with Receipt Scanner Using Optical Character Recognition
Intention to Utilize Mobile Game-Based Learning in Nursing Education From Teachers' Perspective: A Theory of Planned Behavior Approach
Theories Integrated With Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) in Online Learning Acceptance and Continuance Intention: A Systematic Review
September 29 – 30, 2021
2021 International Conference on Innovation and Intelligence for Informatics, Computing, and Technologies
3ICT 2021, Zallaq, Bahrain. . Research Title:
Virtual Dietitian: A Nutrition Knowledge-Based System Using Forward Chaining Algorithm
August 21, 2021
3rd International Conference on Automation, Mechatronics, and Robotics
ICAMEROB 2021, Virtual Conference. . Research Title:
Chessbot: A Voice-Controlled Chess Board with Self-Moving Pieces
July 16 – 18, 2021
2021 9th International Conference on Computer and Communications Management
ICCCM 2022, Singapore, Singapore. . Research Title:
Hand Alphabet Recognition for Dactylology Conversion to English Print Using Streaming Video Segmentation
June 2, 2021
International Collaboration on Technology
ITECH 2021, FEU Institute of Technology, Manila, Philippines. . Research Title:
Cooperative Learning in Computer Programming: A Quasi-Experimental Evaluation of Jigsaw Teaching Strategy with Novice Programmers
April 26, 2021
6th UE Kamaynilaan Research Conference
UEKRC 2021, University of the East Caloocan, Caloocan City, Philippines. . Research Title:
"Prototype Development and Beta Testing of Virtual Dietitian Through User Study and System Usability Scale"
December 28 – 29, 2020
2020 IEEE 12th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment, and Management
HNICEM 2020, Virtual Conference. . Research Title:
Manufacturing Design Thinkers in Higher Education Institutions: The Use of Design Thinking Curriculum in the Education Landscape
January 9 – 10, 2020
1st International Research Conference in Computing, Engineering, Education, and Educational Technology
IRCC3E 2020, La Piazza Hotel and Convention Center, Legazpi City, Albay, Philippines. . Research Title:
Towards the Development of a Personalized Nutrition Knowledge-Based System: A Mixed-Methods Needs Analysis of Virtual Dietitian
November 28 – December 1, 2019
2019 IEEE 11th International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment, and Management
HNICEM 2019, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. . Research Titles:
Tomayto, Tomahto: A Machine Learning Approach for Tomato Ripening Stage Identification Using Pixel-Based Color Image Classification
Plan-Cook-Eat: A Meal Planner App with Optimal Macronutrient Distribution of Calories Based on Personal Total Daily Energy Expenditure
VITAL APP: Development and User Acceptability of an IoT-Based Patient Monitoring Device for Synchronous Measurements of Vital Signs
Human-Library Interaction: A Self-Service Library Management System Using Sequential Multimodal Interface
November 26 – 29, 2019
1st ICpEP International Research Conference on Computer Applications, Innovations, Technologies and Engineering
IRCCAITE 2019, Citystate Asturias Hotel, Puerto Princesa, Philippines. . Research Title:
The VISIMP Portable Communications Device for Visually Impaired Individuals - Development and Feasibility Study of an Assistive Technology
November 13 – 15, 2019
International Conference on Emerging Technologies,
ICET 2019, Hannam University, Daejeon City, South Korea. . Research Title:
Hand Alphabet Recognition for Dactylology Conversion to English Print Using Streaming Video Segmentation
September 28, 2019
5th UE Kamaynilaan Research Conference
UEKRC 2019, University of the East Caloocan, Caloocan City, Philippines. . Research Titles:
Kinder Learns: An Educational Visual Novel Game as Knowledge Enhancement Tool for Early Childhood Education
"Who is Gullible? Predicting Students' Susceptibility to Disinformation"
March 1 – 2, 2019
1st International PSITE-NCR Research Conference
IPSITENCRRC 2019, iACADEMY, Makati City, Philippines. . Research Titles:
A Speech Therapy Game Application for Aphasia Patient Neurorehabilitation – A Pilot Study of an mHealth App
Trash Attack: A 2D Action Puzzle Video Game to Promote Environmental Awareness and Waste Segregation Behavior
Game Development as a Pedagogical Methodology in Learning Related ICT Skills: Perspectives of Freshmen from FEU Institute of Technology
November 29 – December 2, 2018
2018 10th IEEE International Conference on Humanoid, Nanotechnology, Information Technology, Communication and Control, Environment, and Management
HNICEM 2018, Hotel Supreme Convention Plaza, Baguio City, Philippines. . Research Titles:
Logical Guessing Riddle Mobile Gaming Application Utilizing Fisher Yates Algorithm
A Pornographic Image and Video Filtering Application Using Optimized Nudity Recognition and Detection Algorithm
September 8, 2018
4th UE Kamaynilaan Research Conference
UEKRC 2018, University of the East Caloocan, Caloocan City, Philippines. . Research Title:
E-Learning Technology Adoption in the Philippines: An Investigation of Factors Affecting Filipino College Students' Acceptance of Learning Management Systems
October 13, 2017
1st International Conference on Information Technology, Education, Engineering, and Management Sciences
ITEEMS 2017, University of Makati, Makati City, Philippines. . Research Title:
Delivering Effective Game-Based Learning: A Comparative Study Between Computer and Mobile as the Learning Framework for Preschoolers
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June 28, 2021
Lean Foundations Professional Certification
Organized by Skillfront.
June 28, 2021
ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Associate
Organized by Skillfront.
June 28, 2021
ISO/IEC 20000 IT Service Management Associate
Organized by Skillfront.
June 24, 2021
The Kahoot! Certified for Schools Gold Course
Organized by Kahoot!.
June 14, 2021
Foundations of Business and Entrepreneurship
Organized by Skillfront.
June 14, 2021
ISO/IEC 2700 1 Information Security Associate
Organized by Skillfront.
June 14, 2021
Certified Associate In Scrum Fundamentals
Organized by Skillfront.
April 20, 2021
The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
Organized by Google.
April 17, 2021
Cyber Security Foundation Professional Certificate
Organized by CertiProf.
February 20, 2021
Remote Work and Virtual Collaboration Professional Certificate
Organized by CertiProf.
February 17, 2021
Microsoft Certified Educator: Technology Literacy for Educators - 21st Century Learning Design
Organized by Microsoft.
September 2, 2020
Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert 2020-2021
Organized by Microsoft.
June 23, 2020
Scrum Foundation Professional Certificate
Organized by CertiProf.
April 20, 2018
Microsoft Technology Associate: Introduction to Programming Using HTML and CSS
Organized by Microsoft.
February 15, 2018
NC III: Visual Graphic Design
Organized by Technical Education And Skills Development Authority.
December 14, 2016
Faculty Certification on Business Systems
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
December 14, 2016
Faculty Certification on Theory of Database Systems
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
May 18, 2016
Faculty Certification on Systems Analysis and Design
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
May 18, 2016
Faculty Certification on Software Engineering
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
January 13, 2016
Faculty Certification on Technopreneurship
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
January 13, 2016
Faculty Certification on Web Development
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
January 13, 2016
Faculty Certification on Advanced Database Systems
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
July 15, 2015
Faculty Certification on Computer Fundamentals
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
July 15, 2015
Faculty Certification on Computer Graphics
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
July 15, 2015
Faculty Certification on Multimedia Systems
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
July 15, 2015
Faculty Certification on Operating Systems
Organized by STI Academic Center Ortigas-Cainta.
April 10, 2014
Licensed Professional Teacher
Organized by Professional Regulation Commission.
Awards and Recognition
International (12)
September 17, 2024
World's Top 2% Scientists 2024
Awarded by Elsevier
August 22, 2024
Gold Award
Awarded by International E-Content Development Competition 2024 (eCONDEV 2024)
June 24, 2024
Best Paper
Awarded by 2024 ACM 8th International Conference on Education and Multimedia Technology (ICEMT)
October 1, 2023
World's Top 2% Scientists 2023
Awarded by Elsevier
May 14, 2023
Best Presentation
Awarded by 9th International Conference on Virtual Reality
March 11, 2023
Best Paper
Awarded by 2023 IEEE 13th Annual Computing and Communication Workshop and Conference
October 29, 2022
Best Paper
Awarded by 2022 IEEE 13th Annual Ubiquitous Computing, Electronics & Mobile Communication Conference (UEMCON)
October 15, 2022
Best Paper
Awarded by 2022 13th IEEE Annual Information Technology, Electronics, and Mobile Communication Conference (IEMCON)
June 9, 2022
Best Paper
Awarded by 2022 IEEE World AI IoT Congress (AIIoT)
November 25, 2021
Best Short Paper
Awarded by 2021 1st Conference on Online Teaching for Mobile Education (OT4ME!)
June 2, 2021
Best Presentation
Awarded by International Collaboration on Technology (ITECH 2021)
March 2, 2019
Best Paper
Awarded by 1st International PSITE-NCR Research Conference
National (2)
September 9, 2024
Ramon Dimacali Award for Information Technology
Awarded by Philippine Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology
December 10, 2022
Best Paper
Awarded by 2nd International Multidisciplinary Conference on Engineering and Technology, Education, Management and Development Studies (IMCETEMDS)
Institutional (14)
February 29, 2024
2023 International Publication Award: "Applied System Innovation" (ESCI: 3.8; Q2)
Awarded by University of the Philippines Diliman
January 8, 2024
2023 International Publication Award: "Journal of Educational Computing Research" (ESCI: 1.0; Q3)
Awarded by University of the Philippines Diliman
December 15, 2023
Research Excellence Awardee 2023
Awarded by FEU Institute of Technology
December 15, 2023
Research Awardee 2023
Awarded by FEU Institute of Technology
July 14, 2023
2023 International Publication Award: "Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced Learning" (ESCI: 3.2; Q1)
Awarded by University of the Philippines Diliman
July 14, 2023
2023 International Publication Award: "Innovative Higher Education" (ESCI: 2.2; Q2)
Awarded by University of the Philippines Diliman
July 14, 2023
2023 International Publication Award: "Journal of Educational Computing Research" (SSCI: 4.345; Q1)
Awarded by University of the Philippines Diliman
June 20, 2023
PhD Student Achiever 2023
Awarded by University of the Philippines Diliman
May 2, 2023
2023 International Publication Award: "International Journal of Child Care and Education Policy" (ESCI: 1.9; Q2)
Awarded by University of the Philippines Diliman
April 12, 2023
2023 Distinguished Alumni Award
Awarded by STI Alumni Association
April 12, 2023
2023 International Publication Award: "International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction" (SCIE: 4.920; Q1)
Awarded by University of the Philippines Diliman
November 4, 2022
2022 International Publication Award: "Computer Applications in Engineering Education" (SCIE: 2.109; Q1)
Awarded by University of the Philippines Diliman
March 6, 2022
Best Project Adviser
Awarded by Technology Innovation on Capstone Projects (TICAP)
March 13, 2013
Outstanding Pre-Service Demonstration Teacher
Awarded by Technological University of the Philippines