As the landscape of education continues to shift toward tech-integrated environments, the Ateneo de Naga Office University-Graduate School convened a critical conversation on “Upgrading Classroom Assessment: Incorporating Digital Tools for Effective Evaluation” on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Featuring Prof. Joel L. Adamos, the session held via Google Meet provided a comprehensive dialogue about leveraging digital tools in creating a more equitable learning environment.
The session, conducted via Google Meet, gathered graduate school scholars and faculty to address one of the most pressing challenges in contemporary pedagogy: moving beyond traditional pen-and-paper assessment toward more dynamic, data-driven evaluation strategies. The webinar aimed to demystify the vast array of digital resources currently available to teachers. Some strategies for integrating these technologies into diverse curricula were also discussed.
The event featured Prof. Joel L. Adamos, a venerable figure in the academic community with twenty-five years of teaching experience at the University of Santo Tomas (UST). Prof. Adamos, who serves as a course facilitator at UST, brought instructional mastery to the discussion. With a background spanning a B.S. in Mathematics, a Master’s in Mathematics Education, and a Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, Prof. Adamos offered a multidimensional perspective on assessment. He emphasized that with the rise of generative AI usage, digital tools should not be the “output” and should not be the mere basis of student learning evaluation. Hence, educators must now review the process of how these outputs or projects were made. The webinar also helped to debunk common misconceptions about digital assessments, which often restrict their adoption and growth in educational settings.
The morning session, which ran from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM, concluded with a robust open forum. Participants shared their insights, such as the nuances of maintaining academic integrity while ensuring access to technology for all students. Prof. Adamos also contributed his practices on some of the thought-provoking questions posted by the participants.
By hosting such initiative, the Graduate School reaffirms its commitment to professional development, ensuring that its faculty and students are active leaders in educational innovation.
Prepared by:
Jonah Mae R. Eboña
MLL Student
