Dr. Allan M. Canonigo

Dr. Allan M. Canonigo is a Science Education Specialist (Mathematics) at the National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Development, University of the Philippines Diliman. A distinguished mathematics educator and curriculum specialist, he has dedicated more than three decades to advancing mathematics education, teacher professional development, assessment, and instructional innovation in the Philippines.

Dr. Canonigo earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics Education from University of the Philippines Diliman, a Master of Science in Teaching Mathematics from Ateneo de Manila University, and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics for Teachers from Philippine Normal University.

Before joining UP NISMED in 2011, he served as an instructor at Ateneo de Manila University, Project Associate at SEAMEO INNOTECH, and classroom teacher and master teacher in basic education. Throughout his career, he has actively led and facilitated numerous local and international training programs focused on mathematics education, mathematics literacy, assessment development, and innovative teaching approaches.

Dr. Canonigo’s contributions to education have earned him several prestigious recognitions, including the Award for Continuing Excellence and Service (ACES) and the Outstanding Filipino Teacher Award from the Metrobank Foundation, Inc.. He has likewise received multiple International Publication Awards from the University of the Philippines.

His work continues to focus on strengthening mathematics teaching and learning through research-based instruction, curriculum innovation, assessment design, and teacher capacity building.