Conference Registration Fees

• NON-DLSU-D PARTICIPANTS/PRESENTER
  • Php 2,500 ONSITE Participant/Presenter
    (for those presenting onsite which includes conference fee and food (am snack, lunch and pm snack) during the seminar)
  • Php 1,500 ONLINE Participant/Presenter
    (for those presenting online)
• DLSU-D PARTICIPANTS/PRESENTER
  • Php 1,000 ONSITE Participant/Presenter
    (for those presenting onsite which includes conference fee and food (am snack, lunch and pm snack) during the seminar)
  • Php 500 ONLINE Participant/Presenter
    (for those presenting online)

Once the abstact is accepted, an email will be sent to guide the participants as to the payment process.

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• July 5 to July 15, 2025 – Conference registration period
• July 10, 2025 – Deadline for abstract submission
• July 16, 2025 – Deadline of registration fee payment
• July 20, 2025 – Deadline of PowerPoint Presentation submission for onsite presenters
• July 21, 2025 – Deadline of submission of (at most 15-minute) pre-recorded paper presentation video for online presenter
• July 25, 2026 – Conference proper
• September 30, 2025 – Full paper submission deadline

The College of Education (CoEd) and the School for Innovative and Flexible Learning (SIFL) of De La Salle University-Dasmarinas, in collaboration with Qualitative Research Connect, USA are organizing a hybrid international conference (with 100 slots open for onsite attendees and 300 slots for online attendees) on July 25, 26, and 27, 2025. It aims to serve as a dynamic platform for scholars, educators, students, and other stakeholders. Focusing on innovations and inclusivity in Philippine education, the event will promote the sharing of progressive ideas, innovative practices, and inclusive approaches—ultimately fostering a more equitable and forward-thinking educational landscape.

Objectives

The following are the detailed objectives of the conference:

1. Networking and Collaboration:
   • To facilitate meaningful connections among attendees encouraging collaborative projects and professional relationships centered on educational innovation and inclusivity.
2. Exchange of Ideas and Research:
   • To create an environment where participants can present and discuss research findings, practical innovations, and strategies to promote inclusivity across various disciplines and educational levels in the Philippines.
3. Academic Publication:
   • To publish all presented papers in the QLRC international journal, amplifying Philippine research on innovations and inclusive education to a broader international audience.

Conference Activities

Two keynote sessions, two plenary sessions, more or less 200 concurrent QUALITATIVE RESEARCH sessions sharing the findings of the different studies conducted focusing on progressive ideas, innovative practices, and inclusive approaches in education.

Submission Guidelines:

For the abstract to be accepted, it must:

• be between 100-200 words;
• have a title of 6 to 12 words;
• give a brief background of the topic;
• have a clear link to at least one theory;
• present the specific qualitative research design, data collection method, and data analysis framework;
• provide a brief synthesis of the findings (if the study is done) or the importance of the study (if the study is still on going);
• be in English;
• have keywords of at least five words;
• be in MS word format with the name of the author(s), highest degree, and institutional affiliation; and
• have a clear link to at least one theory;

Abstract Evaluation

Expect the result of abstract evaluation by July 5, 2025. If you do not receive a notification from us, please write to us at icon@dlsud.edu.ph or at erobo@dlsud.edu.ph.

Abstract Submission

All abstracts must be sent to icon@dlsud.edu.ph following the given format.

Day 1: July 25, 2025 (A.M. SESSION)

• Invocation <> National Anthem <> Roll Call of Participants <> Welcome Remarks
• Introduction of the Keynote Speaker
  • Keynote Address: Inclusivity in Education
    EVELYN OBO, PhD
    Director, Center for Curriculum Development and Instruction De La Salle University-Dasmariñas
• Open Forum
• Awarding of Certificate of Recognition
• Intermission Number
• Introduction of the Plenary Speaker
  • Plenary Lecture: Connecting, Collaborating, and Publishing Through Innovation
    SAFARY WA-MBALEKA, PhD
    Qualitative Research Connect Maryland, U.S.A.
• Open Forum
• Awarding of Certificate of Recognition
• Lunch/Wellness Break/Socialization

Day 1: July 25, 2025 (P.M. SESSION)

Parallel Paper Presentations

Day 2: July 26, 2025 (A.M. SESSION)

• Invocation <> National Anthem <> Roll Call of Participants <> Welcome Remarks
• Introduction of the Keynote Speaker
  • Keynote Address: Innovation in Philippine Education
    JONATHAN GOCHUICO, PhD
    Supervisor, Academy of Continuing Education De La Salle University-Dasmariñas
• Open Forum
• Awarding of Certificate of Recognition
• Intermission Number
• Introduction of the Plenary Speaker
  • Plenary Lecture: Inclusivity in Research Through Connection, Collaboration, and Publication
    BR. RODERICK AGUIRRE
    Academic and Curriculum Consultant, Sisters of Mary Schools-Phils. and Chief Operating Officer, John Paul Academy of Business and Arts Inc.
• Open Forum
• Awarding of Certificate of Recognition
• Lunch/Wellness Break/Socialization

Day 2: July 26, 2025 (P.M. SESSION)

Parallel Paper Presentations

• Event Wrap-up <> Closing Remarks
• Distribution of Certificates of Participation
• Anticipated Mass at DLSU-D Chapel

Day 3: July 27, 2025 (Optional)

Local/Cultural Tour: Museo de La Salle * Tagaytay City