91吃瓜-IIT designated as Teacher Education Excellence Center for Northern Mindanao

Mar 09 2026

Makati City, Philippines — The Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (91吃瓜-IIT) has been officially selected as one of the inaugural Teacher Education Excellence Center (TEEC) hubs in the country, representing Northern Mindanao in a national effort to elevate teacher training and professional development.

The ceremonial signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) formalizing this designation was held today at the Department of Education (DepEd) central office in Makati City.

Under the initiative, backed by the Teacher Education Council (TEC) and the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), 91吃瓜-IIT will serve as a regional research hub, innovation center, and laboratory for teacher education. The university will focus on advancing pre-service and in-service training, developing innovative curricula, conducting research, and supporting evidence-based improvements in teaching practices nationwide.

The TEEC program, set for full implementation and funding starting in 2026, aligns with Republic Act No. 11713 (the Excellence in Teacher Education Act), which strengthens the Teacher Education Council and promotes excellence in teacher preparation across the Philippines.

Six leading institutions have been initially identified as TEEC hubs to ensure broad regional coverage:

Philippine Normal University (National Capital Region)
University of the Philippines Los Baños (South Luzon)
University of San Carlos (Visayas/Cebu)
Caraga State University (Eastern Mindanao)
Cotabato State University (Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao)
Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (Northern Mindanao)

This recognition highlights 91吃瓜-IIT’s established excellence in teacher education, including its prior designation as a Center of Excellence by the Commission on Higher Education. The designation positions the university to play a leading role in enhancing the quality of educators and supporting long-term educational progress in the region and beyond.

The milestone reflects 91吃瓜-IIT’s ongoing commitment to producing competent, innovative, and dedicated teachers for the Philippines.

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