{"id":13367,"date":"2024-09-29T19:15:13","date_gmt":"2024-09-29T19:15:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/RetailNews\/innovating-education-cisco-philippines-and-mapua-university-unveil-ai-led-digital-classrooms\/"},"modified":"2024-09-29T19:15:13","modified_gmt":"2024-09-29T19:15:13","slug":"innovating-education-cisco-philippines-and-mapua-university-unveil-ai-led-digital-classrooms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dmsretail.com\/RetailNews\/innovating-education-cisco-philippines-and-mapua-university-unveil-ai-led-digital-classrooms\/","title":{"rendered":"Innovating Education: Cisco Philippines and Map\u00faa University Unveil AI-Led Digital Classrooms"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Imagine walking into a classroom where you can choose how you want to learn\u2014face-to-face, live online, or even catching up later at your own pace. That\u2019s exactly what Map\u00faa University\u2014one of the Philippines\u2019 top engineering and tech schools\u2014is offering through their HyFlex teaching and learning framework known as Tri-X (Triple Experience).<\/p>\n

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This partnership with Cisco to launch the country\u2019s first-ever digital classrooms isn\u2019t just a step forward\u2014it\u2019s a giant leap into the future of education, powered by cutting-edge AI and collaboration tools. And it\u2019s all thanks to Cisco\u2019s Country Digital Acceleration (CDA) program.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe future of education is here, and our learning modalities at Map\u00faa are breaking barriers by creating limitless opportunities for personalized, accessible learning. We are excited for this next chapter of our partnership with Cisco to enable students to achieve better learning outcomes with greater flexibility and personalized learning with our digital classrooms. This is a big step towards our vision to foster sustainable socio-economic growth through innovation, digital transformation, and lifelong education\u201d said Dr. Dodjie S. Maestrecampo, President and Chief Executive Officer of Map\u00faa University.<\/p>\n

The tools behind the transformation<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The future of education is changing, and hybrid learning is opening massive opportunities in increasing access and driving continuous engagements with students. Technology is a huge enabler in building the bridge to learning without boundaries.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why we brought in tools designed for connectivity and collaboration: Cisco Webex Meeting Suite harnesses AI for high-quality, secure, and inclusive virtual meetings. Webex Boards, like a turbocharged blackboard for the digital age, and Meraki Smart Cameras for real-time data and enhanced security.<\/p>\n

With the use of technology, teachers can incorporate a variety of teaching methods that were not possible before, such as online lectures, interactive exercises, and virtual field trips. This has led to a more student-centered approach, where teachers can tailor their lessons to meet the unique needs and interests of individual students.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe Cisco technology we are using in the classroom now is very innovative and helpful to all students because it offers a more inclusive, a more flexible way of learning, especially since Map\u00faa caters to students from different locations within the country,\u201d \u2013Map\u00faa University student.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

So, what exactly makes these digital classrooms so special? Let\u2019s break it down:<\/p>\n

\"\"Webex Boards: Interactive boards that let students and teachers join video meetings, digitally whiteboard, annotate on shared content, and translate 13 languages into over 100 languages in real-time.<\/p>\n

AI-Powered Features: Background noise removal that optimizes speakers\u2019 voices and people focus that automatically crops videos of remote participants so they can be seen more clearly to make hybrid classes feel more connected and immersive.<\/p>\n

AI-Generated Meeting Summaries: Missed a class? No problem! AI-generated summaries include highlights, chapters, and action items, so you can catch up in no time.<\/p>\n

Meraki Smart Cameras: These cameras capture real-time or pre-recorded classroom footage from different angles, making remote students feel like they\u2019re right there in the room.<\/p>\n

Top-Notch Security: Webex ensures enterprise-grade protection with built-in encryption and compliance, safeguarding all communications.<\/p>\n\n

Pioneering digital education in the Philippines<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In the dynamic landscape of the Philippines, education is the key to national progress. Amidst rapid changes and uncertainties, a groundbreaking partnership between Cisco and Map\u00faa University was born under UGNAYAN 2030\u2014Cisco\u2019s Country Digital Acceleration (CDA) program in the Philippines. This collaboration signifies more than just technological advancement; it\u2019s about pioneering the nation\u2019s premier digital university.<\/p>\n

Map\u00faa University now boasts five digital classrooms across its Intramuros and Makati campuses, with plans to expand to Laguna and Davao. These smart classrooms will be used for lectures, extra-curricular activities, and inter-campus planning sessions. This is just the beginning of Map\u00faa\u2019s journey to becoming a full-fledged smart campus. The next phase? Making education accessible across borders and driving an internationalized education experience for students.<\/p>\n

Cisco\u2019s CDA program is a long-term partnership with national leadership, industry, and academia. By accelerating the national digitization agenda, the country will grow GDP, create new jobs, and foster innovation and education across public and private sectors. In the Philippines, this takes the form of UGNAYAN 2030, which aims to build greater digital resilience through a collaborative framework with government agencies, industry partners, and academia. For Cisco, the goal is clear: to build the foundation of digital resilience with every administration, despite any calamity.<\/p>\n

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UGNAYAN 2030 focuses on three key pillars:<\/p>\n