The North Luzon and South Luzon campuses of Philippine Normal University hosted Dr. Adrian Rodgers, a distinguished visiting professor from The Ohio State University, for a series of academic engagements and knowledge sharing. The activity was organized in line with PNU’s commitment to enhancing international academic collaboration and advancing research capacity across PNU campuses.
Kicking off Dr. Rodgers’ engagement was his visit at PNU North Luzon on June 7, 2025. A campus tour introduced Dr. Rodgers to the facilities, academic units, and research hubs of the campus. He commended the university’s efforts in promoting culturally responsive pedagogy and integrating indigenous knowledge into education.
The highlight of his North Luzon visit was a research lecture titled “Fundamentals and Innovations in Research Design: Building a Strong Foundation for Educational Research,” delivered at the university auditorium. The session attracted faculty and both undergraduate and graduate students from various academic disciplines. Dr. Rodgers elaborated on key principles in aligning research questions with appropriate methodologies, distinguishing between qualitative and quantitative approaches, and addressing ethical considerations in research. The interactive nature of his presentation led to vibrant discussions and practical insights on crafting effective and relevant research proposals. An open forum followed the lecture, where participants raised questions about local research challenges, interdisciplinary methods, and real-world application of theoretical frameworks.
The academic momentum continued June 18, 2025, in PNU South Luzon, where Dr. Rodgers delivered another insightful lecture on “Backward Design in Educational Research.” Held at the campus in Lopez, Quezon, the session drew educators and researchers keen to learn more about outcome-based instructional planning and curriculum design. Dr. Rodgers emphasized the value of starting with learning goals and working backward to create more effective and meaningful educational experiences. Participants in the South Luzon lecture expressed deep appreciation for the intellectual stimulation and practical strategies presented by Dr. Rodgers.
Dr. Rodgers’ campus visits to PNU North and South Luzon marked the staunch desire to champion a collaborative academic and research culture across PNU campuses. His lectures not only deepened participants’ understanding of research methodologies but also reinforced PNU’s role as a leader in teacher education.
The visiting professor will be culminating June with the continuation of his academic visit, this time on PNU’s campus in Mindanao. He is then slated to visit PNU Visayas during the first week of July.
