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[NEWSLETTER] Tatak UP QA Issue No. 1 | July 2025

News

UP System qa Successfully concludes the 2-day up external quality reviewers recalibration meeting

The UP System Quality Assurance Office successfully held the two-day UP External Quality Reviewers (EQRs) Recalibration Meeting last November 26-27, 2025, bringing together EQRs from all Constituent Universities. The event provided updates on the UP External Quality Review processes and served as a venue for sharing experiences, surfacing issues, and proposing solutions to strengthen implementation across the System. Participants engaged in collaborative discussions aimed at enhancing consistency, efficiency, and overall quality in program reviews moving forward. December 2025

UP System qa committee members and other up faculty join the 2025 aun-qa international conference

Members of the UP System Quality Assurance (QA) Committee and other UP faculty are participating in the AUN-QA 2025 International Conference held on November 5–6, 2025, at Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event brings together quality assurance leaders, educators, and practitioners across ASEAN to exchange best practices and innovations in advancing higher education quality. November 2025

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ASEAN University Network-Technology-Enhanced Personalized Learning

The ASEAN University Network partnered with MERLOT to create a resource-sharing community within AUN+3. Check the materials at https://www.auntepl.com/shared-resources

AUN-QA IQA Management Toolkit V1.3

The ASEAN University Network (AUN) Secretariat launches the AUN-QA IQA Management Toolkit Version 1.3, a practical and adaptable guide for establishing and sustaining effective internal quality assurance systems. Designed to embed IQA into institutional culture, it presents eight interdependent building blocks of university quality management that transform IQA from a procedural requirement into a driver of continuous improvement and educational excellence. We hope this 2025 version serves as a trusted companion in your journey toward academic quality and excellence.

Access the full version here: AUN-QA IQA Management Toolkit

How universities are shaping ASEAN's tomorrow

Universities across the Southeast Asian region are increasingly becoming engines of transformation, driving economic growth, innovation and sustainability, as highlighted in the recent report by QS Quacquarelli Symonds. From rising global rankings and stronger international partnerships to the urgent task of aligning curricula with the rapid pace of digital, AI and green-economy demands, the region’s higher-education institutions are shaping the future of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). They are not merely centres of learning — they are at the forefront of enabling new jobs, adapting to evolving global skills gaps, and embedding sustainability into research and operations.

Check out the full QS Quacquarelli Symonds report on the ASEAN Education Revolution here: https://26055784.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/26055784/Reports/ASEAN%20Report%202025_Digital.pdf

EDCOM 2 releases its year two report

The EDCOM 2 Year Two Report, titled "Fixing the Foundations," highlights the critical need for reform in the Philippine education system to overcome the ongoing learning crisis. Building on the findings of the previous year, the report stresses the urgency of addressing deep-rooted challenges across all levels of education, from early childhood to higher education. Key findings include alarming statistics, such as the widespread nutritional deficits affecting young children, widespread delays in basic education, and the severe barriers faced by higher education institutions, particularly in marginalized regions like BARMM. With the demographic window closing by 2045, EDCOM 2 emphasizes that these education system shortcomings are not only social issues but economic imperatives that must be urgently addressed. The report draws from extensive research, consultations, and field visits, offering a comprehensive roadmap for reform, while calling for immediate action to ensure Filipino learners' future success and stability. As EDCOM enters its final year, it aims to present a national education and workforce development plan to guide long-term, sustainable improvements.

Download the full version here:
https://edcom2.gov.ph/media/2025/01/EDCOM-2-Year-2-Report-Fixing-the-Foundations-2025.pdf

New book: 'ethics of asean'

Landscape & Evolution of Ethics in Asean

The ongoing conversation on ethics plays a pivotal role in deepening our understanding of the evolving core values, practices, and principles that shape societal development. While much progress has been made, significant gaps remain, especially in exploring the diverse ethical frameworks that influence human behavior. In the context of the ASEAN region, its rich history and cultural diversity have given rise to unique ethical codes and values that are integral to its social fabric. Dr. Bob Aubrey, Founder of the ASEAN Human Development Organisation (AHDO), in partnership with the ASEAN University Network (AUN) Secretariat, is excited to announce the launch of The Ethics of ASEAN book. This comprehensive work, designed and printed by Universiti Malaya Press, is now available for free online, offering valuable insights into the ethical underpinnings of the region.

PDF Version: https://www.aseanhdo.com/publications

Flipbook Version: https://online.flipbuilder.com/terbit/dosi

The Printed Version is also available at the AUN Secretariat.