Moodlemoot Philippines Workshop 2026
MoodleMoot events are a place for the Moodle community to connect with peers, explore ideas and learn from one another. We want to encourage our Moodle community to raise awareness and adoption of our open-source platform and to collaborate to help advance it, so that it can better support our mission to empower educators to improve our world.
In line with this vision, Nephila Web Technology—the ONLY Certified Premium Partner of Moodle in the Philippines is organizing MoodleMoot Philippines since 2018, the premier gathering of Moodle enthusiasts. This annual event serves as a platform for educators, developers, administrators, and organizations to exchange knowledge, share best practices, and explore the latest innovations in Moodle. Through insightful presentations, hands-on workshops, and meaningful discussions, MoodleMoot Philippines fosters collaboration and strengthens the local and global Moodle community, driving the continuous improvement of digital learning not just in the Philippines but across our neighboring countries in Asia.
Be part of the ultimate gathering of Moodle educators, developers, and innovators. Connect, learn, and collaborate to shape the future of online learning. Don’t miss out on insightful sessions, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities!
A MoodleMoot is a conference focused on Moodle, the popular open-source learning management system (LMS). These events are held in various countries and bring together educators, developers, administrators, and Moodle enthusiasts to discuss e-learning trends, share best practices, and explore new Moodle developments.
MoodleMoot events attract a diverse group of attendees from various industries, all connected by their use or interest in Moodle for e-learning Educators & Trainers, Moodle Administrators & Developers, Institutions & Organizations, Universities and schools implementing Moodle, Government agencies using Moodle for training, Corporations leveraging Moodle for employee learning. Moodle Partners & Enthusiasts.
Don't miss out on this exciting event!
You can register for MoodleMoot PH 2026 by clicking the link below:
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For this year's MoodlemootPH 2026, the event will be held at:
Venue: Ibis Styles Manila Araneta City
Location: Araneta City, General Roxas Ave, Cubao, Quezon City, 0810 Metro Manila
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2.Fill Out the Speaker Application Form – Provide your company details and preferred package.
3.Submit Your Application – The team will review and reach out to discuss next steps.
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1.Review Sponsorship packages – Choose the level that best fits your brand.
2.Fill Out the Sponsorship Application Form – Provide your company details and preferred package.
3.Submit Your Application – Our team will review and reach out to discuss next steps.
MoodleMoot Philippines 2026
Dr. Martin Dougiamas is best known as the Australian founder of Moodle, the world’s leading open-source learning platform used by institutions worldwide. He served as Moodle’s CEO for over 20 years, supporting millions of educators and learners through accessible online education. He now leads research at the Moodle Research Lab, focusing on emerging technologies like AI and AR in education.
Ms. Sheryl Villaroman is the President and CEO of Nephila Web Technology Inc., with expertise in education and technology. She holds a Master’s Degree in Information Technology from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines and is certified as a PHP Developer, AWS Practitioner, Moodle Educator, and Moodle Educator Certification Trainer by Moodle HQ. She also completed the Executive Leadership Program at the University of Oxford.
Mr. Max Espley has over 25 years of experience in education and edtech, working in international sales, marketing, and strategic partnerships. His recent work focuses on supporting educational institutions, corporations, and Moodle Certified Partners across APAC and Canada. Committed to open-source education, he works closely with Nephila Web Technology, a Moodle Premium Partner aligned with the values of the Moodle Project.
Mr. Mohammad Mizanur Rahman is the Chief Technology Officer and Director at Brain Station 23, an AI-ready software services powerhouse with a global footprint. Since its inception in 2006, the company has grown into a team of 950+ professionals, delivering cutting-edge solutions as a Moodle Certified and Integration Partner.
Mr. Homer Galaroza is a faculty member from Samar State University teaching Information Systems courses, with a focus on technical instruction and the integration of emerging technologies such as virtual reality to enhance immersive learning in computing education.
Mr. Sam Suresh is a renowned eLearning innovator and founder of ModernLMS, Malaysia’s official Moodle Partner. A strong advocate of open-source technologies, he has contributed to various global open-source projects and previously served as a Program Manager for the WordPress Project, the platform powering over 45% of the web.
Dr. Reinald Adrian Pugoy is an Associate Professor at the UP Open University and Director of the ICT Development Office. He joined UPOU in 2015, where he teaches graduate courses in Programming Languages and Artificial Intelligence. An award-winning scholar, his research focuses on Artificial Intelligence and Learning Management Systems, with publications in peer-reviewed journals and international conference proceedings.
Ms. Luzviminda Abelarde is a highly experienced educator with over 31 years of teaching and academic leadership in Humanities, Social Sciences, and ABM subjects. Skilled in classroom teaching, faculty training, curriculum development, ICT integration, and values-driven education, while creating inclusive classrooms, and fostering student engagement, critical thinking, civic responsibility, and spiritual growth.
Ms. Shane Angelie Cañamaso is a passionate illustrator and creative marketer with experience in educational content and character design. A BS Information Technology graduate and Dean’s Lister from FEU Roosevelt Marikina, she currently supports the Computer Science Education (CSEd) project through visual branding and marketing strategies that promote accessible, tech-driven learning in computer science and robotics education.
Dr. Dave E. Marcial is a full professor at the Silliman University and former dean of its College of Computer Studies. He serves as Chairperson of the Technical Panel for IT and a member of the Technical Panel for Computing and IT at the Commission on Higher Education. He is also the Executive Director of the Asian University Digital Resource Network and previously served as President of the Philippine Society of IT Educators and Vice President of the Philippine eLearning Society.
Mr. Karlo Danta is an EdTech and SaaS leader with over 15 years of experience helping educational institutions and enterprises adopt and scale digital learning solutions across the APAC region. As Regional Partnerships Lead at Edpuzzle, he leads reseller partnerships across key APAC markets, driving partner enablement, go-to-market strategy, and sustainable growth initiatives that support impactful technology adoption in schools and universities.
Mr. Ace is the Child Protection Specialist at the Stairway Foundation, leading its Safeguarding, Training, and Consultancy Unit and co-managing its e-learning child protection platform. With over 20 years of experience in online safety and abuse prevention, he has worked with DepEd and DSWD and is a member of Meta’s APAC Youth Safety Advisory Board and a Regional Child Protection Trainer for KNH Germany, supporting CSOs across 10 countries.
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Dr. Rosemarie Dolosa-Abecia is a leading voice in digital transformation and AI-driven pedagogy in the ASEAN region and a featured speaker at MoodleMoot Philippines 2026. She focuses on bridging the digital literacy gap by translating AI frameworks into practical classroom strategies and advancing human-centered AI integration in education through ASEAN Foundation initiatives.
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Dr. Zandra N. Maningas is an academic innovator and strategic leader at California Metropolitan University. Building on twenty years of senior academic leadership, she integrates artificial intelligence, digital learning design, and emerging technologies into transformative academic programs, earning distinctions such as ISO certifications, international accreditation, CHED Autonomous Status, and the Philippine Quality Award.
Ms. Prescious Masangkay is a Digital Learning Content (DLCC) Supervisor, academic professional, and software engineer with a Master of Science in Information Technology from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. She specializes in developing Moodle plugins for learning analytics, engagement monitoring, and academic decision support in maritime higher education.
Mr. Renaldi Gondosubroto is a cloud and software engineering leader who builds production systems that blend practical AI with strong security and governance. He focuses on turning emerging ideas into working demos that educators and platform teams can deploy safely, including privacy-preserving AI patterns, secure integrations, and automation for learning platforms.
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Prof. Wilben Christie Pagtaconan is an Associate Professor V at Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) in Batac City, Ilocos Norte. He holds a Master's degree in Information Technology and graduated cum laude from Saint Louis University in Baguio City. His expertise encompasses Computing Science, Information Technologies, and Information Technology Management.
Ms. Ricangela Sacdalan is the LMS Team Lead at Nephila Web Technology Inc., the first Premium Moodle Partner in the Philippines. She is a certified Moodle Educator Certification (MEC) Facilitator recognized by Moodle HQ and a MoodleMoot speaker from 2021 to 2024. She leads LMS implementation, client support, consultancy, and training delivery, and has trained teams from over 50 organizations across various sectors.
Mr. Darwin Robert Gutierrez has over 15 years of experience across information technology, education, and corporate learning environments. His career includes roles as Department Head, Education Technology Manager in various universities, IT Consultant at the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office, and LMS Project Lead and Manager at The Standard Hospitality Group.
Ms. Patricia Ramo, or Trixie, is a consultant and program leader specializing in capacity-building, curriculum development, digital learning innovation, diversity, equity, inclusion, and gender empowerment. As the pioneering Project Manager for the Media & Information Literacy Advocacy Program at Far Eastern University, she spearheaded a nationwide forum attended by more than a thousand participants. Trixie also serves as an active leader at Make-A-Wish Foundation Philippines since 2016.
Ms. Jociel Anne Lucido is a Senior LMS Support Specialist and Certified Moodle Administrator at Nephila Web Technology Inc.. She graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines - Manila. She supports clients by handling user issues, application concerns, and server-level troubleshooting, and also facilitates MAQ, Moodle Teaching with AI, Site Administrator, and Course Creator trainings online and onsite.
Dhiraj Bhartu is the Director of IT at the College of Micronesia–FSM and serves as the institution's IT Consultant. He leads strategic initiatives in digital transformation, learning technologies, and institutional resilience across COM-FSM's multi-campus, island-based system. Dhiraj has played a key role in transitioning the College from proprietary learning platforms to Moodle, positioning it as a foundation for open, sustainable, and culturally grounded digital learning.
Mr. Jose R. Villaviza is a Partner Development & Success Manager at the Linux Professional Institute. He works with institutions, training providers, and government agencies across Southeast Asia to promote open-source adoption and certification programs. He has a background in HR and IT, with experience in training and development, recruitment, organizational development, and systems analysis, and is a certified faculty member of STI College.
Ms. Anne Milla is the Workforce Planning and Development Section Manager at Philippine Seven Corporation, with 18 years of HR experience. She holds an MA in Industrial Relations and is completing a Master of Distance Education at the University of the Philippines. A Certified Human Resources Professional and Certified Franchise Executive, she specializes in OD and employee relations and advocates for accessible education for the Filipino workforce.
Ms. Jennie May V. Alvarez is a Certified Public Accountant and Bachelor of Science in Accountancy graduate from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, with MBA units from De La Salle University – Manila. She is the Finance and Administration Officer and incorporator of Nephila Web Technology Inc., and also serves as Safety Officer and Data Protection Officer.
Dr. Elias M. Sampa has nearly two decades of experience as a professor, speaker, trainer, and author. In 2018, he co-founded the International Network for Outcome-Based Education (IN4OBE) with Dr. William Spady to promote Outcome-Based Education globally. He holds a Doctorate in Educational Management, a Master’s in Social Services and Development, and an Advanced Diploma in Corporate Training and Assessment.
Ms. Pamela Mariquita G. Mappala is the Assistant Chief of the Information Services Division at the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI), with over 20 years of public service experience.She has supported the e-Extension Program and serves as a Board Trustee of the Philippine eLearning Society and the Philippine Agricultural Journalists, and a member of the Phil-Dutch Fellows Network.
