The University of Batangas (UB), a prestigious private educational institution, has successfully maintained its mission of providing quality education despite facing significant challenges such as the Taal volcanic eruption and the COVID-19 pandemic. Central to their resilience is the adoption of the CYPHER learning management system (LMS).
Embracing Technology for Education Continuity
CYPHER was first integrated into the University of Batangas’ educational framework in 2017, initially to assist teachers in delivering teaching materials. Little did they know that this early adoption would later become crucial for maintaining educational continuity during unforeseen disruptions.
Dr. Hernando Perez, University of Batangas President, emphasized, “The disaster due to the volcanic eruption followed by the Covid-19 pandemic, led to the full integration of CYPHER in all grade levels. CYPHER prepared us to face the unexpected challenges of remote learning.”
Overcoming Disruptions with CYPHER
When the Taal volcano erupted in January 2020, many teachers and students were evacuated, posing a significant challenge to the continuation of education. The situation was exacerbated by the subsequent COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these disruptions, the University of Batangas remained steadfast in its commitment to education.
“If it wasn’t for CYPHER, we wouldn’t have been able to continue teaching. We are grateful that we discovered CYPHER. We are assisting about 14,000 students via the platform,” said Dr. Perez.
Enhancing the Learning Experience
CYPHER’s user-friendly interface, collaborative tools, and engaging features have significantly improved the overall learning experience for both educators and students.
Dr. Mayling Capuno, Dean-Citec and Graduate School Faculty Member, shared, “CYPHER paved the way to a better online learning experience with its easy-to-navigate user interface. Even a beginner can navigate the platform, configure and customize its portal with little help.”
Dr. Lolita Tegon, Concurrent Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs, added, “I can say that having CYPHER takes our teaching and learning at the University of Batangas, elementary department, to the next level.”
These are the CYPHER LMS Features that Drive Success for UB:
Content Development: Teachers have access to numerous tools that make lessons more engaging and fun, keeping students motivated and eager to learn.
Collaboration: Instant messaging and real-time interaction foster a collaborative environment, enhancing teacher-student and peer interactions.
Assessments: Easy creation and sharing of quizzes and assessments promote standardized teaching materials and professional collaboration.
Independent Learning: Asynchronous classes and video lectures allow students to learn at their own pace, accommodating those with internet connectivity issues.
Grading: Personalized progress tracking helps students monitor their performance and identify areas for improvement.
Renz Contreras, a second-year BS Industrial Engineering student, noted, “For me, the best CYPHER feature is the section where it shows your scores and progress in a class. This is really nice because as a student I have access to my scores and this will guide me to see where I am lacking.”
Continuing the Legacy of Excellence
CYPHER has empowered the University of Batangas to overcome disaster-related disruptions, ensuring education continuity and enhancing the learning experience for all. The platform’s integration of adaptive learning, automation, and essential apps like Google Meet and Panopto has brought immense convenience to teachers, students, and parents alike.
Dr. Tegon concluded, “I have been using CYPHER for years already as an administrator, as a teacher, and as a parent and I’m really happy to share that it has been a great experience to use one of the best platforms for e-learning.”
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