Michael M. Aquino - Mimaq

Personal Development and Confidence Building Programs 🇵🇭

Are you ready to take your communication skills to the next level? Whether you’re a professional striving to advance your career or a student building a strong foundation, our tailored programs are designed for you.

If you're an expatriate or a second-language learner who wants to strengthen your language skills and gain confidence, we’re here to support you.

Our courses in grammar, writing, public speaking, and conversation will empower you, build your confidence, and help you create a brighter future.

Enroll now and unlock your potential to become a positive contributor to society!

About the Head Consultant
Michael Aquino is an experienced educator and entrepreneur with over two (2) decades of teaching and professional experience. He holds a Bachelor of Secondary Education—English, with a minor in Filipino, from Central Luzon State University, completed a diploma course in business at UP-Diliman, finished the academic requirements for a Master of Arts in Education—English at The National Teachers College, and earned a Master in Learning and Teaching, focusing on learner-centered education, from De La Salle University. Michael has taught in public and private institutions, including high schools, colleges, and language schools, both in-person and online. He has worked with expats and second-language learners from varied countries. Michael continues to conduct corporate trainings for both private and public organizations and teaches students, teachers, employees, and managers, as well as actors, beauty queens, and CEOs. His expertise spans education, communication, and personal development.

Break Through Language Barriers with Mag-Filipino Tayo!

Having taught Filipino to learners from around 30 nationalities, I've identified the unique challenges they face in mastering the language. To better understand these, I conducted a case study involving Filipino-American, British-Filipino, German, Israeli, and Australian students. Here's what I discovered:

🌀 Limited exposure to the language
🌀 Inconsistent study schedules
🌀 Lack of self-directed learning habits
🌀 Emotional frustrations tied to language difficulty
🌀 Low motivation
🌀 Influence of other languages
🌀 Difficulty connecting personal purpose to learning

To address these, I’ve enhanced Mag-Filipino Tayo! using learner-centered education principles. This approach helps learners overcome barriers and ensures that the program is aligned with their individual needs. Based on each learner's goals, it features:
✅ Practical and relevant activities
✅ Flexible learning schedules
✅ Customized plans aligned with learners' purposes
✅ One-on-one and group classes, available online or in person

📩 Inquire now and start speaking Filipino with confidence! Let’s make learning meaningful and fun.

Happy Nueva Ecija Day! 🌾🇵🇭

September 2 also marks the continuation of MIMAQ Training Services (2012-2024), now rebranded as MIMAQ Educational Consulting. ✅📚🙏🌏

“When we prepare for a semester, new week, or new day, it’s easy to see centering joy as a less practical part of our process. While it may not have the immediacy of some of our other work, taking time to create a joyful practice can have a positive effect on student outcomes and our ability to thrive in our work. Even if the moments of joy are small, they can provide the spark needed to incite rewarding growth, connection, and change for ourselves, our classrooms, and our overall school community.”

How to Nurture Your Joy in Teaching Teachers can find enjoyment at work without ignoring real challenges, and doing so may help them and their students continue to learn and grow.

It’s May, everyone! 😊 And I am happy to share with you all that I just facilitated the first Filipino class with R'Bonney Gabriel Nola, Miss Universe 2022! Let’s all show our support for her endeavors, especially her passion and advocacy. Cheers! 🥂🌏🇵🇭

Happy International WOMEN’S Day!❤️

Kinaya mo nga, kaya’t next sem ulit! 🥂🙌

In everything we do, authenticity is one of the core values we must not neglect.

Great job, graduates! Congratulations! ✅🇵🇭🌏

Teaching English or Filipino to second language learners gives me the opportunity to make connections around the world.🇵🇭↔️🌎

Through interactions with my students, I learn about their country and their culture. And I share ours, too. 😊

These are the countries where my students come from: 🇦🇺🇧🇾🇧🇷🇨🇦🇨🇳🇨🇿🇪🇬🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇫🇷🇩🇪🇬🇺🇮🇩🇮🇱🇮🇹🇯🇵🇲🇲🇳🇿🇳🇴🇵🇪🇷🇺🇸🇦🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇰🇷🇪🇸🇸🇪🇹🇭🇺🇦🇺🇸🇻🇪

Public Speaking Training with a Mayor from Mindanao 🇵🇭