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ASSESSMENT OF GUIDANCE SERVICES IMPLEMENTED BY SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN GENERAL SANTOS CITY, PHILIPPINES: BASIS FOR INTERVENTION PROGRAM
Authors: Dionaldo Miraflor J. , Espinosa Francisco M.
Published: March 2024

This study assessed the implementation of guidance services in secondary schools within General Santos City, focusing on fundamental functions performed by guidance offices, including individual inventory/cumulative records, educational and occupational information, counseling, testing, research and evaluation, follow-up and referral, and extension services. The research employed a descriptive-evaluative design, emphasizing judgment in the evaluation process. Participants in the study included 60 guidance advocates and principals or school heads from secondary schools in the DepEd Division of General Santos City. A meticulously validated survey questionnaire served as the primary tool for evaluating the services, with data analysis conducted through weighted means. The findings indicated areas in counseling and research and evaluation services that require intervention for improved implementation. Specifically, the study highlighted the inadequacy of guidance counselors for effective counseling and the limited capacity of guidance offices to conduct research and evaluation. To address these gaps, an intervention program was proposed, aiming to enhance the overall implementation of guidance services in secondary schools.
 

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DEVELOPMENT OF THE 21ST CENTURY INFORMATION LITERACY SKILLS SCALE, VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY
Authors: Kalaycı Rüstem , Eşgi Necmi
Published: March 2024

In this study, it was aimed to develop a valid and reliable scale to determine the opinions of high school students about 21st-century information literacy skills. During the scale development phase, an item pool of 34 items that provided content validity was created, the number of items was reduced to 32 items in total after expert opinion, and a total of 794 people were administered the scale for the first application of the scale development phase. The data obtained as a result of the first application were subjected to exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and reliability studies. As a result of the analysis, a two-factor scale (“Using Information and Legal Elements”, “Accessing Information and Sharing Information”) consisting of a total of 12 items with validity and reliability was obtained. In order to test the suitability of the factor structure of the scale, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed by applying the scale to a total of 418 people. As a result of the analysis, the factor structure (fit index values) of the scale was found within the desired reference ranges. In line with the sub-objectives of the study, there was no significant difference according to the variables of the gender of the students, the gender of the teachers, and the years of seniority of the teachers. It was observed that there was a significant difference between students and teachers in favor of teachers among all dimensions. As a result of all the analysis of the scale, a scale consisting of a total of 12 items, which can be applied to high school students with proven validity and reliability, was developed.
 

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BULLYING ENCOUNTERED AND THEIR PERCEIVED IMPACTS ON STUDENTS’ SENSE OF SELF
Authors: Salamanca Dindo V. , Rollo Cornelio R.
Published: March 2024

This cross-sectional research study explores various forms of bullying experienced by students and their impacts on their sense of self at selected national high schools in Apopong District, Division of General Santos City. Three key questions are addressed: identification of encountered bullying forms, examination of their effects on students' sense of self (physical, emotional, intellectual, behavioral, social, and creative), and development of school interventions based on the findings. Data was collected from forty-five high school students through a survey questionnaire adapted from Anderson's (2007) work, with triangulation through focus group discussions. Results show verbal bullying is most prevalent, followed by emotional and physical bullying. The impact on students' sense of self varies, with physical sense moderately affected. perceived impact leads to feelings of powerlessness, inferiority, and fighting back. Recommendations include debriefing workshops to address self-esteem issues. Further research in diverse settings is advised to understand bullying prevalence and design effective interventions. The proposed "Bullying Prevention Program" empowers teachers to create secure learning environments and enhance student well-being. Continuous monitoring and evaluation ensure program efficacy.
 

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ASSESSMENT FAIRNESS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST: EVALUATING THE FACTOR STRUCTURE AND MEASUREMENT INVARIANCE ACROSS GENDER
Authors: Oppong Samuel , Quansah Nathaniel , Nugba Regina Mawusi , Ankoma-Sey Vera Rosemary , Ampofo Samuel Yaw , Essilfie Gabriel
Published: March 2024

The specific purpose of the study was to evaluate the factor structure of statistics assessment fairness inventory (SAFI) which was adapted for the Ghanaian context and further examine measurement invariance across gender. SAFI factor structure and construct validity were assessed with a sample of 735 Ghanaian university students through exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. Through an exploratory factor analysis, five dimensions were obtained which include: learning materials and practices, test design, opportunity to demonstrate learning test administration and grading, and offering feedback. A confirmatory factor analysis was then conducted to examine the factor loadings of the items. Further analysis revealed a partial measurement invariance of the fairness construct with equal means and equal variances in relation to gender. This suggested that the SAFI is valid, reliable, and can equally work across gender. It is recommended that SAFI has important implications for decisions regarding the conduct of especially, high-stakes examinations.
 

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PERSONAL VALUES, ATTITUDES AND INTERESTS AS PREDICTORS OF THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF IP LEARNERS: BASES FOR A PROPOSED FOSTERING YIELD IN EDUCATION PROGRAM
Authors: Bautista Argine L. , Bantulo Johnny S.
Published: March 2024

This study aimed to find out whether the personal values, attitudes, and interests of Indigenous People learners enrolled in Badtasan Elementary School influenced their academic performance. The respondents of this study were 92 learners from Grade 4, 5, and 6. A quantitative study utilizing a descriptive-correlational research methodology was employed in this study. Based on the study's findings, the following conclusions were drawn: first, the common personal values of Grade 4, 5, and 6 IP learners were high. Second, the common attitudes of Grade 4 and 6 IP learners were high in terms of school environment, learning, socialization, and family relationship while the common attitudes of Grade 5 IP learners were high in terms of school environment, learning, and family relationship, while moderately high in terms of socialization. Third, the level of interest of Grade 4 IP learners was very high in terms of technology, high in terms of logic, leadership, music, bodily kinesthesia, and naturalistic recognition, while moderately high in terms of language and spatial concept. The level of interest of Grade 5 and 6 IP learners was high in terms of language, logic, leadership, music, spatial concept, bodily kinesthesia, naturalistic recognition, and technology.
 

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THE MEDIATING EFFECT OF TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE SELF-CONCEPT AND ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT AMONG PUBLIC ELEMENTARY TEACHERS
Authors: Sobrecarey Kristine Jeck I. , Apostol Raymunda L.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the mediating effect of transformational leadership on the relationship between self-concept and organizational commitment among public elementary teachers. Utilizing quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, data were obtained from 300 respondents of the study who are teachers among public elementary schools in Caraga North and South Districts, province of Davao Oriental. The researcher utilized stratified random sampling and face-to-face and online survey modes of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r, and Medgraph Analysis using Sobel z-test. From the results of the study, it was found that there is a level of self-concept, organizational commitment, and transformational leadership of teachers. Also, results revealed that there is a significant relationship between self-concept and organizational commitment of teachers, between self-concept and transformational leadership, and between transformational leadership and organizational citizenship of teachers. Also, transformational leadership has a partially significant mediating effect on the relationship between the self-concept and organizational commitment among public elementary teachers.
 

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A PHENOMENOLOGY OF ACADEMIC CONSTRAINTS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY OF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES LEARNERS
Authors: Laroza-Velasco Guy Bless Fe , Garcia Noe P.
Published: March 2024

This phenomenological study dealt with the academic constraints faced by senior high school learners in the field of humanities and social sciences regarding their English language proficiency. The research aimed to explore the lived experiences of these learners as they navigated the challenges posed by limited English language skills in their academic pursuits. Through in-depth interviews and rigorous data analysis, the following were the essential themes: Constraints in English Language Learning, English Language Skills, English Language Learning Tools and Engagement, Sense of Utility, and Intrinsically Rewarding. This study sought to uncover the intricate web of factors that contributed to the difficulties these students encountered in mastering the English language and how these constraints impacted their educational journey. The findings of this research shed light on the unique perspective of learners within the humanities and social sciences, adding depth to our understanding of the multifaceted nature of English language proficiency challenges in diverse academic contexts.
 

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MODERATING EFFECT OF DEMOGRAPHIC VARIABLES ON COLLEGE STUDENTS’ STRESS AND BURNOUT
Authors: Villalon Jovanny , Nebria Edwin
Published: March 2024

The primary objective was to investigate how demographic variables impact the relationship between student stress and burnout. The study used a non-experimental quantitative research methodology using a descriptive-correlational technique. Data was collected by conducting an online survey with 300 college students from five higher education institutions in Davao City. The participants were selected using a simple random sampling method. The data analysis included the use of statistical methods such as mean, Pearson r, hierarchical regression analysis, and modgraph. Based on the findings of the study, student stress and burnout were found to be on moderate levels. There is a strong and meaningful correlation between student stress and burnout. Among the five demographic factors, it was discovered that student status and living status had a partial moderating effect on the direct impact of student stress on burnout. Implications were thoroughly examined.
 

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REPRÉSENTATIONS MENTALES, OBSTACLES ET ENSEIGNEMENT DES SCIENCES PHYSIQUES / MENTAL REPRESENTATIONS, OBSTACLES AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES TEACHING
Authors: Sotirova Evgenia-Motya
Published: March 2024

Cet article présente une série de réflexions sur les représentations mentales et les obstacles qu’elles créent pour la pensée des élèves dans l’approche et la compréhension des sciences. Dans cette discussion, la question se pose à la fois de l’importance des représentations pour la création de modèles mentaux compatibles avec les sciences physiques et de leur rôle dans la conception et la mise en œuvre des leçons des enseignants dans leurs classes. Dans ce sens, certains points importants sont mis en évidence sur lesquels l’utilisation didactique des représentations peut être basée. Cette question a été une dimension importante de la recherche en didactique des sciences au cours des dernières décennies. Enfin, le domaine des concepts et phénomènes thermiques est utilisé comme exemple de mise en évidence des représentations mentales et de leur traitement didactique.

This article presents a series of reflections on mental representations and the obstacles they create for students' thinking in the approach and understanding of science. In this discussion, the question arises both the importance of representations for the creation of mental models compatible with the physical sciences and of their role in the design and implementation of teachers' lessons in their classrooms. In this sense, some important points are highlighted on which the didactic use of representations can be based. This question has been an important dimension of science education research in recent decades. Finally, the field of thermal concepts and phenomena is used as an example of highlighting mental representations and their teaching processing. 

 

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EXPLORING TEACHER BELIEFS AND PRACTICES TO ENHANCE SELF-REGULATED LEARNING IN GOVERNMENT SCHOOLS IN MALDIVES
Authors: Waheed Zidhna , Tham Jacquline , Keat Ooi Boon
Published: March 2024

This study explored how teachers perceive self-regulated learning (SRL) and their beliefs through a mixed-methods approach. The Self-Regulated Teacher Beliefs Scale (SRLTBS) was administered to 49 teachers in Fuvahmulah City and Laamu Atoll schools to gauge their views on SRL. Five of the 49 participating teachers were selected based on specific criteria for further observation and interviews. The questionnaire responses showed that teachers had a moderately positive attitude toward SRL but lacked comprehension in certain areas, such as SRL planning stages, goal setting, and methods to stimulate students' self-motivation. The classroom observations and interviews revealed that while teachers could articulate effective SRL teaching strategies, these ideas were not consistently implemented in the classroom. Teachers' actions promoted SRL during learning monitoring, but weaknesses were noted in the planning and assessment phases. Triangulating these findings highlights the link between positive beliefs and more comprehensive SRL application, yet gaps in planning and evaluation suggest a need for targeted professional development. Also, most teacher behaviors that supported SRL were implicit rather than explicitly teaching the required skills.

 

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SPEAKING ANXIETY: FACILITATOR OR HINDRANCE TO POSTGRADUATES’ THESIS DEFENSE PERFORMANCE
Authors: Wei Li-Wei
Published: March 2024

Foreign language anxiety (FLA) is a well-documented phenomenon that can significantly affect academic performance. This study examined the extent to which Taiwanese postgraduate students experienced speaking anxiety during thesis defense presentations, along with potential gender differences and variations across postgraduate programs. It specifically analyzed the correlation between anxiety and thesis presentation performance. A meticulously designed study involving 168 Taiwanese master's students in an oral thesis defense seminar employed a modified Academic Performance Scale and Personal Report of Public Speaking Anxiety instruments to quantitatively evaluate anxiety levels. Statistical analyses unveiled significant associations between anxiety levels and academic performance. The results indicate a high level of anxiety among participants, with a mean anxiety level of 4.05 (N=168, X=2.85) and a moderate level of thesis presentation performance, evidenced by a mean score of 2.85 (N=168, X=2.85). Notably, female postgraduates exhibited higher anxiety levels than their male counterparts. The study identifies a positive, albeit modest, correlation between anxiety and performance, suggesting that a certain level of anxiety may enhance performance. The findings underscore the pervasive influence of anxiety in academic contexts and highlight gender disparities and the impact of diverse postgraduate programs on anxiety and performance. The study challenges conventional assumptions about the negative effects of anxiety on performance, suggesting that moderate anxiety can be a motivating catalyst. This study contributes to a more nuanced understanding of the role of anxiety in learning and performance and prompts the development of targeted interventions to address anxiety and support postgraduate students' academic success.
 

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MANAGEMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE: AN INPUT TO EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
Authors: Mallillin Leovigildo Lito D. , Caday Aurora T. , Canda Edgardo G.
Published: March 2024

The paper investigates the management of human resources as an input to educational leadership and management practices. It identifies the function of human resource management in terms of recruitment and hiring, employee and employer relationships, training and development, compensation, rewards, benefits, and disciplinary action. This includes the responsibilities of human resource management to determine the educational management and practices in the area of HR planning, job analysis and design, monitoring performance, resolving conflict, and maintaining work culture. The research employs the descriptive quantitative research method in analyzing the data where purposive sampling is utilized in the gathering of the sample size of the study. The study comprised one hundred (100) respondents only. Results show that recruitment and hiring among the respondents reveal developing a system to attract applicants particularly those with outstanding talents to fill each position, showing that employee and employer relationship focuses on the HR management in fostering better relationships among personnel, staff, and faculties, show that compensation, rewards, and benefits exercises the equal work and equal compensation policy, and show that disciplinary action ensures all faculties/teachers, staff, and personnel are aware of the policies and procedures. On the other hand, it shows that HR planning formulates training and development based on the needs of the schools, faculties/teachers, staff, and personnel, shows that job analysis and design ensures work experiences, technical skills of faculties/teachers, staff, and employees are properly utilized for the success of the school organization, shows that monitoring performance is closely implemented by the HR to identify improvement and scope of upskill seminars and workshops of all faculties/teachers, personnel, and staff, shows that resolving conflict ensures that issues in the school are solved smoothly, and shows that maintaining work culture creates an essential positive impression in the school organization so that staff, teachers, and personnel know what they are expected to perform for a better working atmosphere in the school environment such as respect, unity, and understanding. Findings show that there is no significant correlation between the functions of human resource management towards an input to educational management and practices and the responsibilities of human resource management to determine the educational management and practices among the respondents.
 

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EDUCATION STAKEHOLDERS' METAPHORS ABOUT TEACHER’S SCRUB
Authors: Erdem Ali Rıza , Özgen Vildan
Published: March 2024

The teacher’s scrub is a controversial issue. It is important to determine what teachers, school administrators, and education union representatives think of the teacher’s scrub. This study aims to reveal the metaphors produced by education stakeholders about "teacher’s scrub". In this study, a case study design, one of the qualitative research designs, was used. In this context, the study group consisted of 26 people, including teachers, school principals, and education union representatives working at different education levels in Aydın province. Data were collected using a semi-structured "interview form about teacher’s scrub" developed by the researchers. The collected data were analyzed by content analysis. The metaphors produced by the participants in the study group about the teacher’s scrub were collected in four categories: "professional identity", "protection and security", "likening to other professional identities", "order and hygiene". The results of the research show that the teacher's scrub is more than just a piece of clothing, it is an important symbol that strengthens the teacher's professional identity, increases the sense of protection and security, and is also associated with order and hygiene. It is expected that the findings of the research will contribute to the discussions about teacher’s scrub in the education community.
 

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CORRELATIONAL ANALYSIS OF THE INTERPLAY AMONG ACADEMIC ANXIETY, EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE MANAGEMENT, AND ACADEMIC RESILIENCE
Authors: Wei Li-Wei , Song Ying-Chao
Published: March 2024

This study examines the interplay between academic anxiety, emotional intelligence management, and academic resilience in Chinese international postgraduate students in Thailand. Using a correlational design and a sample of 353 valid participants, the study employed the Weighted Emotional Intelligence Scale (WEIS), Academic Anxiety Scale (AAS), and Academic Resilience Scale-30 (ARS). Contrary to expectations, the analysis revealed no significant differences in academic anxiety, emotional intelligence management, or academic resilience across demographic cohorts (gender, academic major, and occupation). Weak and non-significant correlations were also observed between academic anxiety, emotional intelligence management, and academic resilience. These findings challenge assumptions about demographic influences on these constructs and suggest a broader challenge for international students. Despite the prevalence of academic anxiety and deficiencies in emotional intelligence management and resilience, these constructs were not influenced by demographic factors. The study highlights the importance of holistic educational approaches that prioritize cultural and contextual factors and underscores the need for further research to unravel the complex dynamics of academic anxiety, emotional intelligence, and resilience.
 

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STRESS PROFILE FOR TEACHERS AND EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: A PREDICTION MODEL ON WORK-LIFE BALANCE
Authors: Velasco Leidy A. , Apostol Raymunda L.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the stress profile for teachers, emotional intelligence: a prediction model of work-life balance. Utilizing quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, data were obtained from 256 respondents who are public elementary schools in Cateel, 1 and 2, province of Davao Oriental. The researcher utilized a stratified random sampling technique and an online survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r, and regression analysis. From the results of the study, it was found that there is a moderate level of stress profile. There is a high level of emotional intelligence and work-life balance. Also, results revealed that there is a significant relationship between stress profile and work-life balance and a significant relationship between emotional intelligence and work-life balance. Further, stress profile and emotional intelligence significantly predict work-life balance.

 

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INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP AND TEACHER EMPOWERMENT: A PREDICTION MODEL ON TEACHER EFFICACY IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Authors: Gudmalin Melfrie E. , Apostol Raymunda L.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine instructional leadership and teacher empowerment: a prediction model on teacher efficacy in public schools. Utilizing quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, data were obtained from 256 respondents who are public elementary teachers in Cateel 1 and 2, province of Davao Oriental. The researcher utilized a stratified random sampling technique and an online survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r, and regression analysis. From the results of the study, it was found that there is a very high level of instructional leadership, teacher empowerment, and teacher efficacy. Also, results revealed that there is a significant relationship between instructional leadership and teacher efficacy and a significant relationship between teacher empowerment and teacher efficacy. Further, instructional leadership and teacher empowerment significantly predict teacher efficacy of public school teachers.
 

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PSYCHOMETRIC PROPERTIES OF THE MONGOLIAN VERSION OF DELAWARE SCHOOL CLIMATE QUESTIONNAIRE (DSCQ)
Authors: Miyejav Itgel , Erdenebaatar Bayasgalan , Otgonbaatar Khajidmaa
Published: March 2024

The Delaware School Climate Questionnaire (DSCQ), initiated by Delaware and his associates, has been utilized as a common tool to explore and evaluate school climate in different countries. The purpose of the current study was to adapt the DSCQ into Mongolian and examine its psychometric properties with a sample of 1,174 secondary school students. The results of exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis verified the uni-dimensionality of the scale and confirmed the Mongolian version of DSCQ fit the three-factor model. The Cronbach alpha value of the total scale was 0.92, whereas correlation coefficients representing convergent validity varied from 0.30 to 0.72 (p <.01). The criterion validity of the scale was determined to be 0.3 when the Mongolian language and math achievement test score was used as a criterion in concurrent validity analysis. The results suggest that the Mongolian version of the DSCQ is a valid and reliable tool to evaluate school climate in Mongolian samples.
 

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CHATGPT DEVELOPS PHYSICS EXPERIMENT WORKSHEETS FOR PRIMARY EDUCATION TEACHERS
Authors: Kotsis Konstantinos T.
Published: March 2024

This research examines how ChatGPT is a valuable tool for primary school teachers in creating essential worksheets for conducting physics experiments in the classroom. Teachers may use ChatGPT's features to develop stimulating and interactive exercises that improve students' comprehension of physics ideas. Studies on the efficacy of technology in education support this study. Studies have shown that hands-on experiments enhance students' comprehension and memory of scientific topics. Incorporating ChatGPT into designing worksheets for physics experiments has the potential to transform how teachers teach science in primary schools.
 

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THE MEDIATING ROLE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONAL CLIMATE AND ORGANIZATIONAL CITIZENSHIP BEHAVIOR IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Authors: Ebrano Almar S. , Apostol Raymunda L.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the mediating role of psychological well-being on the relationship between school organizational climate and organizational citizenship behavior in public schools. Utilizing quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, data were obtained from 256 respondents of the study who are teachers among public elementary schools in Cateel 1 and 2, Davao Oriental. The researcher utilized a stratified random sampling technique and an online survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r, and Medgraph using the Sobel z-test. From the results of the study, it was found that there is a very high level of school organizational climate, organizational citizenship behavior, and psychological well-being. Also, results revealed that there is a significant relationship between school organizational climate and organizational citizenship behavior, a significant relationship between school organizational climate and psychological well-being, and a significant relationship between psychological well-being and organizational citizenship behavior. Further, psychological well-being has a partial mediating effect on the relationship between school organizational climate and organizational citizenship behavior in public schools.
 

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TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP OF SCHOOL HEADS AND INDIVIDUAL WORK PERFORMANCE OF TEACHERS: THE MEDIATING EFFECT OF ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT
Authors: Fababier Dolreich Jay G. , Apostol Raymunda L.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the transformational leadership of school heads and the individual work performance of teachers as mediated by organizational commitment. Utilizing quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, data were obtained from 256 respondents of the study who are teachers among public elementary schools in Cateel 1 and 2, Davao Oriental. The researcher utilized a stratified random sampling technique and an online survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r, and Medgraph using the Sobel z-test. From the results of the study, it was found that there is a very high level of transformational leadership and individual work performance. There is a high level of organizational commitment. Also, results revealed that there is a significant relationship between transformational leadership and individual work performance, a significant relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment, and a significant relationship between organizational commitment and individual work performance. Further, organizational commitment has a partial mediating effect on the relationship between the transformational leadership of school heads and the individual work performance of teachers.
 

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EXPLORING TEACHER BELIEFS IN SECOND LANGUAGE READING INSTRUCTION IN GHANA
Authors: Osei Isaac
Published: March 2024

This paper reports on a study investigating the professed or stated beliefs and practices of 61 second language (L2) teachers in Ghana concerning reading instruction. The primary aim of this study was to explore whether the teachers’ stated beliefs and practices reflected the research literature on effective L2 reading pedagogy. The research employed a questionnaire that generated both quantitative and qualitative data. The data analyses revealed little alignment between the teachers’ stated beliefs and practices and the research recommendations for effectively teaching reading. Instead, their stated beliefs and practices focused predominantly on read-aloud/pronunciation and vocabulary, constituting a partial conceptualization of effective reading pedagogy. The results are discussed, and implications for practical L2 reading instructions are provided.
 

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INTRINSIC VS. EXTRINSIC MOTIVATION AMONG RECREATIONAL CROSSFIT ATHLETES: A PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION
Authors: Callison Heather , DeBeliso Mark
Published: March 2024

Research has shown that many types of recreational athletes are intrinsically rather than extrinsically motivated to participate in their sport. Purpose: The aim of this study was to determine if recreational CrossFit participants are inclined to be more intrinsically or extrinsically motivated to participate in their sport. Methods: Participants were recruited from a local CrossFit gym in Southern Utah where they were provided a QR code linked to the Sports Motivation Scale II (SMS II survey). The SMS II survey assess 6 subscales of motivation regulation (intrinsic, integrated, identified, introjected, external, and non). Each of the 18 SMS II survey questions is scored on a Likert scale of 1-7 on a continuum of “Does not correspond at all” to “Corresponds completely”. For the purpose of the study, CrossFit participants were considered to as athletes. Results: The SMS II subscale scores were as follows (mean±SD): intrinsic (5.7±1.3), integrated (5.5±1.1), identified (6.2±1.0), introjected (4.6±1.3), external (2.4±1.4), and non (1.7±1.1). The Identified regulation subscale scores were greater than all other subscales scores (p<0.05). The Intrinsic and Integrated regulation subscale scores were similar and greater than Introjected, External and Non regulation subscale scores (p<0.05). The Introjected regulation subscale scores were greater than the External and Non regulation subscale scores (p<0.05). The External regulation subscale scores were greater than the Non regulation subscores (p<0.05). Conclusions: Within the parameters of this study, it appears that recreational CrossFit participants find motivation within themselves to participate in CrossFit training style exercise sessions.
 

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COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENT OF MOVEMENT COMPETENCE AMBITION AMONG HUMAN KINETICS STUDENTS IN SOUTH-WEST UNIVERSITIES, NIGERIA
Authors: Oyewumi Isaac Akinloye , Oyekan Adeolu Oluwaseyi , Honawon N. Philip
Published: March 2024

This paper reports the quantitative phase of an ongoing explanatory sequential mixed methods research design on Movement Competence Ambition (MCA) among human kinetics students in public universities within the South-Western geo-political zone of Nigeria. The study holds and treats ambition as a psycho-philosophical concept. The psychological perspective of ambition implying achievement motivation was mixed with its philosophical view of honour-seeking behaviour. Both perspectives relate to Einstein’s inertial-tendency postulate regarding reference frames. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 418 respondents (199, 47.6% males; 219, 52.4% females); x̅ age = 20 years and 1 month). A self-developed 15-item validated questionnaire r =.81 built on the four “P’s” plus one added of ambition drivers, i.e. Predisposing, Precipitating, Perpetuating, Protective, and Prospective (added) factors was the main instrument for data collection. Descriptive statistics of frequency, and percentage, were employed to depict respondents’ bio-data while collected data was analysed with mean and rank ordered. Results indicate that 377 (90.2%) of the students were fairly ambitious while 41 (9.8%) were highly ambitious. 90.9% of males and 89.5% of females were fairly ambitious while more females (10.5%) were highly ambitious as compared to males (9.1%). Though there was no marked difference between the ambition statuses by gender, however, females showed a better level of ambition compared to males. The predisposing factors with a mean of 4.1 have the highest impact on movement competence ambition followed by precipitating factors with the second highest mean value of 3.5. Other factors do not affect the population's ambition status as the factors have mean values below the criterion average of 3.5. Therefore, the predisposing and precipitating factors are areas of concentration to enhance the students’ achievement goal orientation in movement competence.
 

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SKILLS AND SAFETY: INVESTIGATING FIRST AID TRAINING IN STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS
Authors: Tse Eleana , Plakitsi Katerina , Voulgaris Spyridon , Alexiou George A.
Published: March 2024

educational needs and examine the retention of their first aid knowledge and skills over time. Methods: We conducted an experimental longitudinal study in randomly chosen schools in Thesprotia, Greece. Twelve children, aged 4-8, and with special educational needs, underwent first aid training. We assessed their knowledge and skills using a questionnaire and specific scenarios one day before, one day after, and two- and seven-months post-training. Results: Before the training, the children did not answer the questionnaire correctly. However, after the training, all students got every question right. In the 2-month follow-up, their responses showed that the training kept their improvements. In the 7-month follow-up, there was a drop in the percentage of correct answers compared to the immediate post-test at 2 months. Based on the scenario-based assessment, before the training, the children did not know how to respond to a choking incident, but after training, all students reacted correctly. However, after two and seven months, students with special educational needs students had difficulty applying first aid skills correctly to a choking incident. Conclusions: Children with special educational needs can learn first aid, but they tend to forget some of this information after two months. However, additional research is needed to confirm these observations and explore similar studies involving children of different ages and various levels of special educational needs.

 

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REHABILITEES WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS’ CANE SKILLS AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON INDEPENDENT TRAVEL IN NAIROBI CITY COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Kwamboka Gisore Varsytine , Murugami Margaret , Otube Nelly
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of rehabilitees with visual impairment cane skills on their independent travel. The study was based on Bandura’s social cognitive learning theory. The researcher used a case study research design. The study was carried out at Kenya Institute for the Blind located in Nairobi County, Kenya. The target population was two orientation and mobility trainers and fifty rehabilitees with visual impairment who lost sight between the years 2011 and 2016 and who underwent rehabilitation at KIB. A purposive sampling technique was used to select KIB for the study. Snowball sampling technique was used to locate thirty-seven rehabilitees with visual impairment. Data was collected using questionnaires. The pilot study was conducted at Machakos Technical Institute for the Blind because of its similar characteristics in the admission of rehabilitees with visual impairment. The researcher ensured the content validity of the research instruments through discussion with supervisors and lecturers in the Department of early childhood and Special Needs Education. Quantitative data was gathered using questionnaires and processed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) program. Data was analysed using descriptive statistics and presented using tables. The findings revealed that mobility canes were the main device used at Kenya Institute for the Blind for orientation and mobility. Worldwide, canes were the most used device for orientation and mobility for individuals with visual impairment. In KIB, the device was limited in supply and not readily available. Cane skills were the most popular orientation and mobility techniques among rehabilitees in KIB. The study concluded that rehabilitees were not adequately trained since a substantial period of time has elapsed yet they have not indicated favourable independent travel to their places of work. Orientation and mobility training at KIB led to the acquisition of necessary skills relevant to independent travel of individuals with visual impairment. The study recommended that there is a need for Kenya Government to facilitate the production of cheap locally made long canes suitable for our Kenyan roads.

 

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JOB SATISFACTION AMONG SPECIAL EDUCATORS IN LEBANON AS RELATED TO THEIR SELF-EFFICACY AND SOME DEMOGRAPHIC VARIABLES
Authors: Kanj Randa Farhat , EL-Abed Mona F.
Published: March 2024

This study aims to find a relationship between the perceived job satisfaction of special education teachers and both their (1) socio-demographics (age, gender, years of experience, education level, working hours, type and the geographic area of educational institution, and type of employment) and their (2) self-efficacy. 205 special education teachers, female predominantly (94.6%), from 5 districts of Lebanon participated in this study. A correlation was found between special educators’ job satisfaction and their self-efficacy. Moreover, teachers with a higher level of education were more satisfied with their jobs than their counterparts who had lower education levels. A supportive school climate that fosters positive relationships with teachers and regular training programs for promoting teachers’ knowledge and skills development, were also recommended. 

هدفت الدراسة الحاليّة إلى كشف مستوى الرضا الوظيفي لدى معلّمي التربية الخاصّة من خمس محافظات في لبنان وعلاقته بمتغيّرات إجتماعيّة - ديموغرافيّة ( العمر،الجنس، الخبرة العمليّة، المستوى الدراسي، مكان وساعات العمل ، وطبيعة المؤسسة التعليمية)  و الكفاءة الذاتيّة للمعلمين. أسفرت نتائج الدراسة عن وجود علاقة ترابطيّة بين الرضا الوظيفي و الكفاءة الذاتيّة لمعلمي التربية الخاصة. كما و أوضحت النتائج أنّ هناك فروقاً في الرضا الوظيفي يُعزى إلى متغيّر المؤهّل الدراسي الأعلى لدى معلمي التربية الخاصة . في ضوء ما أسفرت عنه الدراسة، يوصى بتعزيز فاعليّة معلّم التربية الخاصة و تشجيعه على اكتساب المعارف و المهارات و خبرات جديدة في بيئة مدرسيّة مشجّعة.

 

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THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LIFELONG LEARNING TENDENCIES AND LIFE QUALITY OF PARENTS THAT GIVE SPECIAL CARE
Authors: Şen Tolga , Yayci Levent
Published: March 2024

The developments in the social, economic, technological, and health areas in society provide developments and changes in the care and welfare of disabled individuals. Studies in this area revealed the importance of learning in the realization of development and change and its effect on quality of life. One of the issues waiting for a solution is to integrate the disabled population with society and continue their lives without being cut off from social life, to be cared for correctly and on time, and to improve their quality of life in this context. For these reasons, it is important to investigate the disability together with the caregivers of the individual. The main purpose of this research is to examine the relationship between lifelong learning tendencies and the life quality of parents who provide special care. In addition, the relationship of these variables with sociodemographic variables such as age, gender, educational status, and disability rate and whether they show statistically significant differences are examined. This research is a quantitative study and the relational screening model is used. The sample group of the study consists of 85 voluntary disabled parents living in Fatsa district. "Personal Information Form", "Lifelong Learning Tendency Scale" and "Quality of Life Scale Turkish Version" are used to obtain the data. In the analysis of the data MS Excel and SPSS 26 package program are used. The normality of the distributions is checked using the Skewness and Kurtosis Analysis and the Shapiro-Wilk test. Pearson correlation analysis, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), and independent sample t-test are used for normally distributed data. Spearman-Brown correlation analysis, Mann Whitney - U test, and Kruskal Wallis H tests are used for abnormally distributed data. As a result of the analyzes, it is determined that there is a moderate and positive significant relationship between the lifelong learning tendencies of the parents who care for the disabled individuals and their life quality. After the results obtained in the research are discussed in the light of the literature, suggestions are made.
 

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Actes des conférences mensuelles organisées dans le cadre de REVUT Vendredi-Conf. 2023
Authors: Rakotomavo Andriamparany
Published: March 2024

REVUT Vendredi-Conf. (RVC) est une manifestation scientifique périodique conçue et organisée par la Coordination de la Revue Scientifique et du Conseil des Professeurs (CRSCP) de l’Université de Toamasina (U-A). Labélisée « Université de Toamasina », elle consiste en des Conférences mensuelles données et/ou parrainées par les Professeurs membres du Conseil des Profs de l’U-A, sous la coordination scientifique de Prof. Rakotomavo Andriamparany, et en partenariat avec REVUT Scientific Journal (RSJ - https://revut-univ-toamasina.com). Faisant partie intégrante des activités de réflexion scientifique et de restitution des résultats des recherches menées par les Professeurs et Maîtres de Conférences de l’U-A, ou des autres institu-tions de recherche nationales/internationales, REVUT Vendredi-Conf. a lieu tous les premiers ven-dredis (hors jour férié) du mois, de 14h30 à 16h, dans l’enceinte du Campus Universitaire de Bari-kadimy ou dans un de ses locaux annexes. De par son approche et modes opératoires simples et pratiques, RVC constitue un moyen de redynamiser la recherche et ses acteurs. Cette manifestation scientifique a pour objectifs glo-baux de : • Contribuer à la redynamisation des activités de recherche et de réflexion scientifique au sein de l’Université de Toamasina et des autres institutions de recherche intéressées ; • Mettre en évidence les rôles et responsabilités « naturels » des Professeurs dans le pilotage des activités de recherche au sein d’une Université ; • Contribuer à la visibilité de l’Université de Toamasina à travers des réflexions scientifiques et la diffusion des résultats de recherche ; Ses objectifs spécifiques consistent en : • La familiarisation des étudiants de niveaux Licence, Master et Doctorat (LMD), ainsi que les Maîtres de Conférences et leurs assistants, aux réflexions et débats académico-scientifiques qui devraient animer le monde universitaire ; • L’entraînement et l’animation des pools d’Enseignants Chercheurs de l’Université de Toa-masina en matière de Conférences académico-scientifiques ; • La préparation de la relève au sein de l’Université de Toamasina et des autres institutions de recherche intéressées, sachant que l’organisation et l’animation d’une telle manifesta-tion incombent normalement aux Maîtres de Conférences et Professeurs ; • La diffusion des résultats de recherche à travers des Conférences mensuelles de 90 mn ; • La mise à disposition d’éléments ou outils de prise de décision aux décideurs et gouver-nants œuvrant dans les secteurs économique, socio-culturel et/ou écologique.
Strong and ∆-Convergence Results for Generalized Non-ExpansiveType Mappings through JF-Iteration Process in Hyperbolic Spaces.
Authors:   Department of mathematics, Institute for Excellence in Higher Education, IEHE,Bhopal(M.P.), 462016, India, Saluja A. S. , Patel Aarti ,   Department of mathematics, Babulal Gour Govt. P. G. College BHEL, Bhopal (M.P.), 462022, India
Published: March 2024

In this paper, we prove some strong and -convergence results for generalized non-expansive mappings through JF-iterative process in hyperbolic spaces.
All KnownPerfect Numbers other than 6 Satisfy N=4+6n
Authors:   Independent researcher, J. J. Segura , S Ortega ,   Independent researcher
Published: March 2024

For all 51 known perfect numbers ranging from (p=2 to p= 82589933) and with the only exception of N=6, all perfect numbers belong to the group of natural numbers formed by N=4+6n. If this observation can be proven valid for all existing even perfect numbers, that would automatically exclude 2/3 of all even numbers out of the possibility of being perfect. If this can be proven a necessary condition for all perfect numbers, then it would rule out the possibility of having any odd perfect numbers.
A Bibliometric Study in Two Decades of Ethnic Entrepreneurship
Authors:   Faculty of Social and Political Science, Padjajaran University, Bandung, Mustain Muhammad , Purnomo Margo ,   Faculty of Social and Political Science, Padjajaran University, Bandung, Herawaty Tetty ,   Faculty of Social and Political Science, Padjajaran University, Bandung
Published: March 2024

Ethnic entrepreneurship involves business practices run by specific ethnic groups, with a focus on utilizing economic resources and enterprise development to maintain and develop their cultural heritage. The main purpose of this article is to direct researchers in creating a theoretical framework and guide researchers who are new to ethnic entrepreneurship research so that they know which journals and authors to consult when studying this phenomenon. To do so, this study used the Scopus database to determine the research areas with the most research results, the countries that conduct the most ethnic entrepreneurship research, the most authors who write about ethnic entrepreneurship, the journals that publish the most research and the most cited documents.