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Organizational Culture, Leadership Competency and Performance of Public Employment Service Office (Peso) in Calabarzon
Authors:   Department of Labor and Employment Lipa City, Batangas, D. Sanmocte Karl Joseph
Published: May 2022

Organizational culture and leadership competencies are rarely discussed topics in public organizations. However, by shifting the focus to these two, public organizations are given a leeway to arrive at a holistic view of their entity. CALABARZON PESOs, a public organization, had been encountering the same challenge of addressing unemployment and underemployment. Their performance, on a monthly basis, is fluctuating. This study then sought to improve and stabilize that by determining the relationship between organizational culture and leadership competencies, and the organizational performance of CALABARZON PESOs. This descriptive-correlational study was limited to institutionalized City PESOs and utilized survey questionnaire and focus-group discussion among 15 PESO managers and 100 PESO staff. Using independent t-test and multiple regression analysis, the researcher arrived at the following significant findings: that CALABARZON PESOs have a very strong organizational culture; that CALABARZON PESO managers have above average to excellent leadership competencies, and; that CALABARZON PESOs extraordinarily exceeded the performance standards and expectations. Furthermore, PESO managers and staff have a uniformed perception of their organizational culture and the leadership competency of their PESO managers. Also, there was a significant relationship, at 0.05 level of significance, between organizational culture and organizational performance in terms of efficiency. Among the former’s five sub-dimensions, it was only employee-participation that maintained a significant relationship. There was also a significant relationship, at 0.05 level of significance, between leadership competency, taken only as whole, and organizational performance. Considering the said results, this paper had come out with a supplemental manual for a value-added PESO.
Spiral Progression Approach in Teaching Junior High School Mathematics
Authors:   Batangas State University Batangas City, Philippines, R. Abad Jeffrey , D. Arellano Agnes
Published: May 2022

This study determined the influence of the spiral progression approach in teaching junior high school mathematics. The study utilized a descriptive method of research with test and research-made questionnaire as the main data gathering instrument. Frequency distribution, mean, standard deviation, weighted mean, composite mean and Pearson r were utilized as statistical tools to treat gathered data. Findings showed that students have low performance in Mathematics in the National Achievement Test (NAT) and were only in the Beginning level of achievement when it comes to their critical thinking and problem solving in the five areas in Mathematics namely Numbers and Number Sense, Measurement, Patterns in Algebra, Geometry and Probability and Statistics. Moreover, there was no significant relationship between the performance of students in Mathematics on NAT and their level of understanding in critical and problem solving skill in the five areas in Mathematics. Results also revealed that teachers had encountered problems in using spiral progression approach in teaching Mathematics.
K To 12 Students’ Journey in and Out of Stem: Some Experiences to Share
Authors:   DepEd, Iriga City, Philippine Normal University, Manila, Philippines, D. Andrada Marisol , P. David Adonis
Published: May 2022

Despite reforms, policies, and initiatives implemented worldwide to increase STEM students' interest, attrition is a problem that beset Science education and STEM-related workforce. In the Philippines, the first K to 12 Senior High School (SHS) entrants in 2016-2017 who enrolled in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and graduated in April 2018 did not all continue to STEMrelated courses in college. Henceforth, this qualitative study used a phenomenological approach purported to describe and give meaning to the lived experiences of the first K to 12 STEM graduates who opted for non-STEM field courses in college. The study employed a purposive selection of the 10 K to 12 STEM graduates for an in-depth interview. A model labeled Follow Through model describes the participants' narration of their experiences from the STEM strand to non-STEM field course. The model conceptualized under three emergent themes Going in (why the students chose STEM track/strand), Going out (coping mechanisms and reasons for leaving STEM), and Going On (students’ life after leaving STEM). The study results showed that socioeconomic factors, personal goals, and interactions with people around them impact the K to 12 students' beliefs, behaviors, and experiences in choosing STEM. All-encompassing curriculum implementation policies must be clear and appropriately implemented to avoid wasting money, time, and effort.
Voicing Out the Factors That Affect Learning through Photovoice
Authors:   Philippine Normal University Manila, Philippines, R. Chan Joefrey
Published: May 2022

Learning is always been an essential objective of education. However, there are many factors that could affect learning in and out of the four corners of the classroom. The study explored these factors through utilizing descriptive research and qualitative approaches particularly Photovoice methodology to determine relevant data from the participation of 49 Grade 12 students under the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics strand in a public school located at the Philippines’ capital city. Results revealed that electrical hazard- faulty electrical wiring and open outlets; earthquake hazards; facilities that were left unfixed; filthy, unhygienic and dysfunctional comfort rooms; environmental sanitation; barriers in learning (noisy environment/poor classroom ventilation); and construction hazards are the factors that affects the learning of students. Furthermore, participants perceived that there should be initiated program or policies, coordination with the Supreme Student Government, with the teachers, with the alumni, and with the school administrators to solve the existing problems that could affect students’ learning. Moreover, policy maker became more aware of the problems existing in the school, became more interested in addressing the presented problems by suggesting programs and policies for the betterment of school environment. Based on the gathered data, it can be recommended that feedbacking through the use of photovoice method could be an effective way to improve and enhance the school community to start change in enhancing the learning environment for the students.
Community-Based Hazard and Vulnerability Assessment of the Coastal Communities in the First District of Oriental Mindoro
Authors:   DENR-CENRO Socorro Pasi II, Socorro, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines, C. Isabedra, Jr Florencio
Published: May 2022

One of the posing threats to humans is climate change. The effects of climate change cause damages to lives and properties and disruption of economic activities particularly to those living in the coastal zone. The Coastal Zone is the earth's most dynamic part that provides ecosystem services to humanity. This study assessed the vulnerability and exposure to the hazard of the coastal communities in the first district of Oriental Mindoro by using the Pressure and Release (PAR). This study utilized the descriptive research method in a quantitative approach. To analyze the data, the study used the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) as the statistical tool. Results revealed that there is an 18.80 percent increase in population from 2007 to 2015 in this coastal zone. Records of DOSTPAGASA showed that there is a high frequency of typhoons visited in the area bringing a heavy amount of rainfall. While the result of the assessment of the three groups of respondents indicated that exposure to vulnerability moderately happened while on the exposure to the hazard, they had a different perception, LGU employees and environmentalists' composite mean is higher compared to moderate rating by the households. Analysis indicated that there is a significant difference in respondent's assessment of vulnerability and hazard. Finally, the foregoing findings necessitated developing a community-based action plan following the principle of the integrated coastal zone management.
Math is Love: An Analysis on the Impact of the Proposed Enrichment Program to College Students in a Philippine University
Authors:   Senior High School Department and College of Arts & Sciences and Education, O. Robiños John Robby , B. Pondang Jonabelle , B. Paterno Mary Grace ,   College of Arts & Sciences and Education, Junior Business High School Department University of Perpetual Help Molino Molino 3, Bacoor City, Cavite, Philippines
Published: May 2022

Increasing access to enrichment and extended learning programs is vital because this help deepens and engages students to gain the appropriate competencies and strong foundation for success. Students need extra support to be academically successful and whatever happens before and after school can be as significant as what transpires during the normal class discussion. This qualitative, descriptive study was conducted to analyze the impact of the mathematics enrichment program on college students' self-efficacy and Math anxiety in a Philippine university. Data were obtained from pre-structured interviews of students who underwent varied activities such as talks and workshops, tutorials, peer mentoring, review classes, and other enhancement opportunities. Participants were chosen through purposive sampling and who established an extremely high anxiety level and very poor self-efficacy in dealing with math. Criteria were based on the result of the Mathematics Self – Efficacy and Anxiety Questionnaire. Thematic analysis was utilized resulting in emerged themes such as improvement to students' self-efficacy and a reduction to their math anxiety which was validated by the new result of the MSEAQ and thru focus group discussion. The investigation also posited that student-participants recognized the significance of Mathematics which helped them to deeply appreciate its importance and meaning to their life. Based on these results, to increase LOVE for math: (a) Learners should Learn to trust themselves; (b) Opportunities for the enrichment and extended learning activities must be reinforced by the academic leaders; (c) Version 2.0 of the enrichment program must be projected and offered, and (d) Educational researches must be continuously steered.
Aquatech: A Smart Fish Farming Automation and Monitoring App
Authors:   Bohol Island State University – Candijay Campus, Cogtong, Candijay, Bohol, O. Amora Epifelward Niño , V. Romero Kennery , C. Amoguis Rennan
Published: May 2022

This study is sought to address the problem of the ‘manual’ monitoring system which renders “low” accuracy on monitoring the water value. The existing practice of manual testing uses a refractometer to check the salinity level device and pond thermometers for testing the water temperature of fish farm water environment. It needs extra effort and more workers to regularly monitor such as: opening and closing the gate valve to control the level of fresh and saltwater needed to become accurate ‘brackish’ water. On the contrary, this research wants to establish an IOT-Based project to attempt solving this existing problem. Hence, this may create a unique system to help monitor and maintain the salinity, temperature and water level using the sensors that triggers the relay switches to automatically open or close the gate valves and operate the motors depending on the parameter’s desirable range values that the sensors passed. The sensors and motors also monitor the pond environment between air and water for sufficient increase of oxygen concentration in farm water environment. Likewise, this new IOT-based monitoring system specifically uses Raspberry PI 3B+, Wemos Wireless Microcontroller, Sensors (for water level, conductivity, temperature, toxic gases) and Relay Switches, Equipment (i.e. paddle wheel aerator, water pump and pipe valve), Computer and Mobile Phone, Long Range access point/Point to Point network to cover the entire fish farming areas for wide ranges wireless connectivity, and USB modem which sends SMS messages to keep the management updated with the current water behavior in the farm.
Program Implementation of Community-Oriented Policing
Authors:   J.H. Cerilles State College-Dumingag Campus Caridad,Dumingag, Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines, P. Tondo Rhena Fe , R. Franco Lessel , T. Gumandol Hasna , E. Patalinghug Mark
Published: May 2022

As the philosophy of policing shifts from a traditional to a community-based approach, its implementation needs to be assessed. The study determined the program implementation of community-oriented policing in the town of Dumingag Zamboanga del Sur and its effectiveness in crime reduction from 2014 to 2018. The study employed a descriptive-survey method with the questionnaire-checklist as the main instrument used in gathering the data and information. The survey questionnaire underwent an evaluation process by field expert and tested using Cronbach’s alpha. Weighted Arithmetic Mean, Percentage and ANOVA were the statistical tools used in the data analyses. The participants were PNP, residents, and Barangay Officials of Dumingag, Zamboanga del Sur. The results showed that PNP and Barangay officials perceived that the extent of communityoriented policing in Dumingag was implemented without lapses. However, residents rated that the implementation has minimal lapses. The study also revealed that there was a reduction of crimes committed for the past five years of the implementation. The result shows a significant difference among the perceived extent of implementation of the three groups of respondents.
Integrative Teaching Strategy in Grade 7 Science and Students’ Learning and Innovation Skills
Authors:   Department of Education, Division of Quezon, Dolores Macasaet National High School Laguna State Polytechnic University San Pablo City Campus, A. Vergara Edelberto , N. Chua Elisa
Published: May 2022

The study attempted to determine the effect of integrative teaching strategy on the learning and innovation skills of Grade 7 students of Dolores Macasaet National High School during the School Year 2018-2019.The study sought to determine the mean pre-assessment and post assessment scores, and the mean gain scores of the students in terms of learning and innovation skills; the significant difference in the mean pre-assessment and post assessment scores in learning and innovation skills of students; the significant difference in the mean post assessment scores in learning and innovation skills of students; and the significant difference in the mean gain scores of students who were exposed to integrative teaching strategies as to their learning and innovation skills. The study used an experimental design where four comparable groups were utilized as experimental groups. The following statistical tools e.g., mean, standard deviation, paired sample t-test and Analysis of Variance were employed to answer the problems raised in the study. The salient findings of the study were: the mean preassessment scores of the four groups of students revealed that they were in the developing and approaching proficiency stages, while the post assessment scores were in the approaching proficiency and proficient stages. The mean gain scores of students exposed to the four integrative teaching strategies revealed that there was an increase in their learning and innovation skills. There was a significant difference in the mean pre-assessment and post assessment scores in the learning and innovation skills of the students who were exposed to the four integrative teaching strategies. There was a significant difference in the mean post-assessment scores in the learning and innovation skills of the students exposed to each integrative teaching strategies. There was no significant difference in the mean gain scores of students exposed to integrative teaching strategies in terms of critical thinking, collaborating, and communicating skills, whereas there was a significant difference in the mean gain scores of students in terms of creative thinking.
Learning Preferences and Competencies of Radiologic Technology Interns on General Radiography
Authors:   Dr. Carlos S. Lanting College Quezon City, Philippines, F. Cerbito Adonis , J. Gonzales Kerwin Paul , Lapastora Ed
Published: May 2022

Radiologic Education has substantially changed throughout the years and has certain advancements that have left the country catching on. It has transitioned from analog to digital imaging, which considerably left developing countries behind. Consequently, general radiography practices are assumed to differ from the previous years. Employing a sequential explanatory research design, the study looked into the radiologic interns' competencies in specific parameters such as preparation, patient care and management; positioning; and image acquisition and processing. Using a researchermade questionnaire, 50 radiologic interns from four academic year batches were invited to participate in the study. Interpreted responses are cross-referenced through the interview data that were gathered from 12 participants, equally representing each batch. The study also probed the interns' general learning preference using the VARK questionnaire. Both of the questionnaires underwent Cronbach Alpha Test of Reliability. The data was probed and analyzed using Regression Analysis; to which the research findings gave an inference that the learning preferences positively affect the clinical competencies of the radiologic interns, providing the institution a broader perspective on improving the interns’ educative capacity. It also strengthens the Radiologic Technology program, giving importance to the three generated themes: Rehearsals of procedures, Application more than Theories, and Demonstration of Skills.
Constructivism and Pedagogical Practices of English as A Second Language (Esl) Teachers
Authors:   College of Teacher Education, University of Antique Tario-Lim Memorial Campus, Tibiao Antique, Philippines, L. Ulit George , A. Bautista Timothy , D. Briones Aika Carla , A. Lindog Edith , C. Mordeno Virginia ,   Pantay National High School, Teresa Rizal, Philippines,   College of Education, Pampanga State Agricultural University, PAC Magalang Pampanga, Philippines,   Lipa City Senior High School, Lipa City, Batangas, Philippines,   Christian Academy, Quezon City, Philippines
Published: May 2022

This paper investigated how constructivism was reflected in the pedagogical practices of ESL teachers. It is a qualitative case study where teachers were observed during classroom discussions and interviewed using a semi-structured interview guide and a cellular phone with video and camera features and voice recorder. Findings showed that the teachers encouraged their students to link their schema to their new knowledge through asking questions, using games and video clips, and dividing the class into groups. For students to formulate and show their own understanding of the concepts, the teachers used differentiated group and individual activities. In terms of classroom assessment, the teachers used various assessment tools that were categorized into individual and group/collaborative formative and summative assessments. Constructivism was manifested in the classroom based on the following assumptions: cooperation among learners, making use of multimedia technology, and autonomous learning. Furthermore, several implications were presented for ESL instruction and for future research.
Students’ Perception on Science Teaching Pedagogy in Philippine School Overseas Qatar: Implications for Innovative Stem Classroom Practices
Authors:   Philippine Normal University, L. De Vera Jayson , D. Miranda Chaellie Angelie , M. Legson Angelika Mae , B. Cutad Clenneth , A. Cahapay Francis Jose Felix , P. Marayag Justle Clyde , F. Lunar Christine Marie ,   College of the North Atlantic-Qatar,   Universiti Putra Malaysia,   San Pedro College, Philippines,   De La Salle Medical Health Sciences Institute, Central Philippine University
Published: May 2022

Students’ perception in teaching serves as a powerful tool in evaluating teachers’ performance and formative reviews. This research paper aimed to study the impacts of how teachers taught STEM science subjects to students and how teacher pedagogy affected the students learning. The study followed a descriptive research design, which was quantitative in nature. It was conducted in selected PSOs in Qatar with a total of 143 respondents from Junior and Senior HS selected using stratified random sampling. The instrument used was Student Instructional Report II. Frequency distribution, weighted mean, and percentage were used as statistical tools. Based on the results, the impacts of how STEM teachers teach science offers a positive feedback. Teachers’ pedagogy affects how students perceived their subject to be; if the organization and planning of the subject was ineffective, students would then perceive that the subject is difficult. The evaluation results suggest a continuous monitoring of classroom instruction and teaching strategies are required. Teachers should follow the new trends in STEM pedagogy, where it follows a collaborative, integrative, constructivist, and reflective approach for authentic and interactive learning. Most of the respondents learn through audiovisual techniques, laboratory exercises, simulations, group discussions, and the use of computers and technology. Encourage further communication with the students, as it is a vital part of the relationship of teaching.
Professional Learning Engagement of Secondary School Science Teachers Direction Toward Enhancement of Teaching Competencies
Authors:   Silangan Malicboy National High School, Department of Education, Division of Quezon, M. Dimaranan Dennis , N. Chua Elisa ,   Laguna State Polytechnic University San Pablo City Campus
Published: May 2022

Professional learning is now recognized as a vital component of policies and most influential factor of teaching quality. Science teachers sustained professional learning experience to develop their professional knowledge and practice in order to progress the quality of teaching and their standards. To identify the influence of effective professional learning of secondary school science teachers, this study explored the connection between teachers’ exposure to different kinds of professional learning engagement and teaching competencies that have recognized that the quality of teaching was greatly influenced by the quality of training. Descriptive-correlational method of research was utilized and multiple regression analysis was employed to determine the influence of professional learning engagement related variables on the teaching competencies. For the purpose of data collection, a survey questionnaire was administered to the 89 Secondary School Science teachers from the Cluster III of the Division of Quezon, Philippines which comprises of four (4) municipal districts namely: Lucban District, Mauban District, Pagbilao District and Sampaloc District. Furthermore, the results revealed that the singly or in combination of professional learning engagement related variables including the types of professional learning and their level of acquisition have significantly predicted on teaching competencies.
Anak Ka Ng Tatay at Nanay Mo: Children of Department of Education Employees (The Perquisites and Drawbacks of Being Children of Department of Education Employees)
Authors:   Bauan Technical High School Batangas, Philippines, C. Basilan Teresa Angela Marie , V. Maranan Veronica Andrei
Published: May 2022

Teaching is one of those careers that brings a great impact to the society. Moreover, teachers who are the prime movers of the academic institutions prioritize all which concerns their students’ learning as future performers of the country. This scenario obviously leaves their children behind in their domestic domains. This same scenario brings their children to be conscious of the perception of people around them since they are children of Department of Education (DepEd) employees. In the research locale, this qualitative research aimed to determine the children’s view about their DepEd employee parents with regard to the nature of the profession, schedule, duties and responsibilities. As the research maximized discourse analysis with thematic scheme, the study lets the researchers to divulge the advantages and disadvantages of being children of DepEd employees and how they cope up with both inside and outside school campus; analyze their own perceptions toward self in terms of social behavior, attitude, and academic performance. Significantly, the study reflected that even the children experienced the challenges and difficulty of their parents’ work which demands outstanding patience and love for work with other significant professional and work virtues. On the contrary, the study also revealed the behaviors and attitudes set by the parents and the society to the children of the said public school teachers leading to positive and negative notions. Yet, more significantly, the study revealed the coping mechanisms needed by the parents and children amidst the work setup and trials between them. The respondents see themselves conscious, careful, motivated and inspired because of their parents’ work. In the end, the study proposed an annual culminating activity which got an overwhelming evaluation rate.
Stress and Coping Mechanism of Punong Barangays: Basis for an Intervention Plan
Authors:   Cagayan de Oro College-Phinma Education Network, Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City, G Moldez Raul , T. Gurrea Alma ,   Opol Community College, Opol, Misamis Oriental
Published: May 2022

Stress and its management would be of special significance to an individual. This study determined the dominant sources of stress and coping mechanisms among the Punong Barangays from the City of Cagayan de Oro and the Province of Misamis Oriental using descriptive survey method. The study also made use of descriptive statistics; mean, standard deviation, frequency, percentage and percentage distribution on all variables, dependent and independent. Pearson correlation coefficient was used to test correlation between respondent’s profile, coping mechanisms, and sources of stress. Regression analysis was used to measure the extent of stress influence. The study found out that respondents manifested some level of stress in fulfilling their roles, duties and responsibilities. The study concludes that dominant sources of stress among the respondents are work-related, familyrelated, and personal-related. It is recommended that Local Chief Executives - City and Municipal mayors - as well as Local Government Operations Officers of the Department of the Interior and Local Government assigned in each local government unit and exercising supervisory jurisdiction over Punong Barangays should develop an informed and conceptualized model of stress coping mechanisms. An intervention plan is designed based on the findings of the study.
Self-Paced Module using Summarized Strategy in Science 8 Earth and Space for Students At-Risk of Dropping Out (SARDO)
Authors:   Plaridel Integrated National High School, Department of Education, F. Monteagudo Norman , N. Chua Elisa ,   Laguna State Polytechnic University San Pablo City Campus, Faculty of Graduate Studies and Applied Research
Published: May 2022

Many Filipinos do not have a chance to attend and finish formal basic education due to many reasons. Some drop out from schools while some do not have schools in their communities. For such cases, the Department of Education finds ways to help those type of learners by introducing the modular approach to teaching. Plaridel Integrated National High School is one of the public schools with alarming number of students at risk of dropping out every year. For the Academic Year 2016-2017 the DORP (Drop out Reduction Program) coordinator registered 29 SARDO while for the Academic Year 2017-2018 listed 31 SARDO and for the Academic Year 2018-2019, the DORP coordinator recorded 36 SARDO. The study employed the descriptive method of research. The respondents of the study included 30 identified Grade 8 students at-risk of dropping out at Plaridel Integrated National High School Nagcarlan-Rizal District, Division of Laguna enrolled during the School Year 2018-2019. Ten teachers composed of Master Teacher, Head Teacher and Grade 8 teachers from different schools in Nagcarlan-Rizal District evaluated the self-paced module. The data in the study was subjected to the following statistical treatments and analyses such as frequency, percentage, and mean formula. These were used to quantify and analyze the profile, test results and perception of the respondents. The t-test for dependent samples was employed to determine the possible significant difference in the pre-test and post-test scores of the students using the designed self-paced module in Earth and Space. Results revealed that there was a significant difference in the pre-assessment and post-assessment performances of the students using the self-paced module in Earth and Space as to their lower and higher order thinking skills. This suggests the use of self-paced module in increasing academic performance of students.
Self-Directed Learning Guide for an Improved Science Process Skills of Grade 11 Learners
Authors:   Felix Amante Senior High School, Department of Education, M. Manalo Charisse , N. Chua Elisa ,   Laguna State Polytechnic University San Pablo City Campus
Published: May 2022

In this generation, many factors affect learning particularly in Science. Thus, this study aimed to enhance students’ Science process skills through self-directed learning guide. It also attempted to determine significant difference between the result of pre-assessment and post-assessment tests of students’ performance in the Science process skills test. Using a descriptive-developmental method of research, it involved the 70 purposively selected Accountancy, Business, and Management (ABM) Grade 11 students in San Jose National High School, San Pablo City during the Academic Year 2017- 2018. Survey questionnaire and science process skills test were utilized to gather the data and these were analyzed using frequencies, percent counts, and Spearman’s rho. Results revealed that most of the respondents perceived the attitude in Science as highly positive and they were interested in Science with visual and kinesthetic learning styles. In terms of the perceived level of effectiveness of the self-directed learning guide in Physical Science, learning experience, learning outcome, and userfriendliness, the respondents were all perceived to be very much effective while in effectiveness and efficiency, were perceived to be highly evident. The pre-assessment and post-assessment tests of the students were significantly different which implies that students’ science process skills were improved due to the designed learning guide.
Problem Posing Inquiry Approaches in Enhancing the Learners’ Scientific Discovery Process Skills
Authors:   Col. Lauro D. Dizon Memorial National High School, Department of Education, G. Hernandez Melvin , N. Chua Elisa ,   Laguna State Polytechnic University San Pablo City Campus
Published: May 2022

Learning science is a bit technical, scientific, as well as complex. Understanding scientific processes, through a certain teaching method was the central theme of this investigation. The purpose of this study was to examine the use of Problem Posing Approaches in teaching science and its effect to Science Discovery Process of Grade 10 learners at Col. Lauro D. Dizon Memorial National High School, San Pablo City during the Academic Year 2018-2019. The study utilized the pretest-posttest experimental design. Three heterogeneous groups of Grade 10 students were used; the first group was exposed to free-structured problem posing, the second to semi-structured problem posing and the third group to structured problem posing. Students in the experimental group were matched and paired in accordance to their second grading grades before the execution of the test. The research findings indicated that the pre-test scores of the students who were subjected to problem posing approaches had almost the same level of prior knowledge and proficiency skill in science at the start of the study. Meanwhile, the post test scores revealed that majority of the students improved their level of performance after the implementation of the said approach. In addition, since the posttest scores were higher than pre-test scores, high mean gain scores were also observed and noted. The difference between the mean pre-test scores of the students from the experimental groups was all marked as “Not Significant.” Likewise, there was no significant difference in the mean posttest scores of the students in all components of scientific discovery process. However, the mean difference in the pretest and posttest scores among the three experimental groups was found “significant”.
Facebook as a Social Media Platform on Selected Beach Destinations in Laiya, San Juan, Batangas
Authors:   De La Salle University – Dasmariñas Dasmariñas City, Philippines, D. Lachica Jvye Ketwleih , D. Gomez Rizza Loraine , F. Landrito Ayrizch , C. Mandigma Jr Ernesto
Published: May 2022

This research examined the effectiveness of using Facebook as a social media platform on a selecting a beach destination in Laiya, Batangas, which is a known tourist spot that offers pristine beaches and a quick getaway. This was presented through the respondents’ assessment. This research used a guide to propose a blog concerning the effectiveness of Facebook as a social media platform on beach destination selection in Laiya, Batangas. The researchers used quantitative research method and survey questionnaires to collect data and information. There were 200 respondents in the study who answered the survey questionnaire. The result showed that majority of the respondents who visited the resorts in San Juan, Batangas were young adults aged 19 to 24, female, with an educational background of college graduate. When it comes to the assessment of the respondents on the effects of social media on the tourism based on influence, the result showed that the highest mean was found in “I was satisfied on the destination.” When it comes to the expectation, the result showed that the highest mean was found in “the destination must be relaxing and recreational.” When it comes to the experience, the result showed that the highest mean is found in “I was satisfied on the destination.” All respondents agreed with the statements regarding influence, expectation, and experience which means that while there was a significant difference between the experience, age, and educational attainment of the respondents, the use of social media on tourism destination is effective.
Active Learning Approaches in Teaching Physical Science: Direction toward Enhanced Thinking Skills of Grade 12 Senior High School Students
Authors:   Recto Memorial National High School, Tiaong Quezon, Philippines, P. Umali Krissa , N. Chua Elisa ,   Laguna State Polytechnic University-San Pablo City Campus, Philippines
Published: May 2022

The study attuned the learners’ preferred modality of learning and teaching methods through inventory of students’ preferences in terms of active learning approaches, find out the effects of the employment of respondents’ preferred approaches in enhancing low order and high order thinking skills in Physical Science subject and ascertain the most effective to enhance such skills. To align the preferred learning and teaching approaches of both the students and the teachers, the study purposively involved 92 students from three different sections of Grade 12 in Recto Memorial National High School, Tiaong Quezon and employed experimental method of research. Using inventory, t-test, and ANOVA as statistical tools, findings revealed that the preferred active learning approaches of the Senior High School Students are collaborative, inquiry-based, and reflective. Moreover, both the mean pre and post-tests in low and high order thinking skills of the three (3) preferred active approaches were found to have a significant difference. However, there are no significant differences among analyzing and evaluating sub-skills, and applying sub-skill of the three groups and higher order thinking skills of the groups particularly in creating sub-skill. Finally, there are significant differences among the low order thinking skills of the groups specifically in remembering and understanding sub-skills.
Science Teachers’ Voices in the New Normal Teaching: A Phenomenological Study
Authors:   University of Santo Tomas, V. Lansangan Ryan , J. Gonzales Kerwin Paul ,   Dr. Carlos S. Lanting College
Published: May 2022

The outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic as a massive global concern has brought unprecedented challenges in different sectors of the world. One of it is education which posed as one of the most vulnerable sectors significantly impacted by it. This phenomenon changed the mode of instructional delivery and the viewpoint of education stakeholders on the kind of learning continuity applicable to the learners amidst the looming uncertainty brought about by the health crisis. Using phenomenology, this study explored the voices of public Science school teachers regarding their instructional dilemmas to adapt in the demands of the new normal teaching and learning. Findings uncovered seven emerging emotional themes capped as HOPEFUL: Hard-working and dedicated; Optimistic amidst uncertainty; Problematic yet reflective; Evenhandedness in responsibilities; Frightened but ready; Undisruptive desire to reach; and Life-long learner. Despite the evident uncertainties of the situation, this paper describes the experiences of the Science teachers in their response to their mission of shaping today’s generation towards undisruptive education.
Lower and Higher Cognitive Skills as Predictors of Students’ Test Taking Skills
Authors:   Laguna State Polytechnic University San Pablo City Laguna, Philippines, N. Chua Elisa
Published: May 2022

The study sought to find out the correlation between the cognitive skills and the test taking skills of college students. Using a descriptive method of research, three sets of tests that undergone reliability and validity, were utilized. To identify the relationship between the variables, regression analysis was used to consider domains of test taking skills accounted for by the cognitive skills of the students. Results revealed that the students ‘need improvement’ in the lower cognitive skills as to remembering, understanding, and applying; are approaching proficiency in the higher cognitive skills as to evaluating and creating, but ‘needs improvement as to analyzing. The test taking skills of students in concept formation, simplicity of explanation and objectivity of observation is approaching proficiency. Furthermore, there is a high to a very high correlation between the students’ cognitive skills and test taking skills: cognitive skills as to understand and analyze are predictors of test taking skills as to factual recognition; cognitive skills as to remember and evaluate are predictors of test taking skills as to concept formation; and cognitive skills is related to testing skills as to critical thinking. It can be inferred that it is imperative that the students’ proficiencies in areas as to remembering, understanding, applying, analyzing, evaluating, and creating be further developed in all aspect of the teaching and learning process, since cognitive skills are correlated to test taking skills. Test taking skills should be deliberately utilized by teachers in assessing learning too.
Secondary Teachers’ Preparation, Challenges and Coping Mechanism in the Pre-Implementation of Distance Learning in the New Normal
Authors:   Department of Education, San Pablo City Science Integrated High School Division of San Pablo City, Philippines, A. De Villa Jennilou , B. Manalo Franz Kevin ,   Laguna State Polytechnic University, San Pablo City Campus, Philippines,   Philippine Normal University, Manila, Philippines
Published: May 2022

COVID-19 pandemic has resulted drastic changes in education. Part of it is the shift from face-toface classes to different learning modalities which include distance learning. Since education is believed to continue despite the circumstances, teachers started to prepare for modular and online distance learning. Teaching is possible, but, has challenges as well. Hence, this phenomenological research explored the lived experiences of secondary teachers in the Division of San Pablo City in the pre-implementation of distance learning in the new normal. The participants were selected through purposive sampling and underwent one-on-one actual in-depth interview through video conference. The documented interviews were transcribed and coded. Categories were clustered; then, emerging themes were derived. Results identified three core themes related to preparation such as gathering resources and establishing practices, profiling learners, and capacity building for continuous learning and development; three core themes related to challenges such as complexity of assessment, difficulty in instructional delivery and digital divide; and five core themes related to coping mechanisms which include positive well-being, time management, openness to change, peer mentoring, and collaboration. Findings revealed that as education migrates to a New Normal, teachers make necessary preparations to equip themselves with distance learning. Though they face challenges which may hamper their work, they still manage to cope with the new normal to continue their tasks. The higher offices and school authorities should work with teachers at the preimplementation of distance learning to address their needs in resources and training to effectively facilitate the delivery of quality education for students.
Relationship of Motivational Factors and School Culture to Teacher Engagement
Authors:   San Juan National High School (Faculty), A. Soliman Abegail ,   Philippine Normal University-Manila (PhD Student)
Published: May 2022

The level of teachers’ engagement can be a significant measure of efficiency in the workplace. Thus, determining the factors that affect teachers’ engagement is as essential as achieving institutional goals. Along with these concerns, the researcher aimed to determine what motivational factors and which scope of school culture are predictors of teacher engagement. The study utilized quantitative survey design to determine the relationship of the variables. Specifically, descriptive analysis, bivariate correlation and multiple regression were conducted to determine the relationship between demographic profile and each of the dimensions of motivational factors, and school culture to teacher engagement, respectively. Data were collected by administering a survey questionnaire to teachers in Elementary, Junior, and Senior High School in selected schools in Metro Manila. Findings revealed that Filipino teachers went into teaching primarily for external motivation, specifically job security. The least motivating factor is also an external motivation dimension which is on the policies of the organization. School culture is positively correlated to teacher engagement. The predictors of teacher engagement are internal motivation, unity of purpose and collegial support. Even if some teachers feel the dwindling motivation in teaching, a school culture where teachers support each other can still become engaged. Therefore, education leaders should foster a culture that is focused on teachers who genuinely support each other. A school culture where there is unity of purpose in any endeavor leads to develop teachers to be highly engaged in the profession.
Activating Strategies in Teaching Physical Science: Direction towards Enhanced Students’ Critical Thinking Skills
Authors:   San Pedro National High School, Division of Batangas, Department of Education, P. Maloles Fatima Micah , N. Chua Elisa ,   Laguna State Polytechnic University San Pablo City Campus, Philippines
Published: May 2022

Teaching Science is challenging; teachers find it exciting. To sustain eagerness and attention of the students, teachers need to learn the subject and choose strategies which can help enhance students’ skills. With that, the study aimed to ascertain the effectiveness of activating strategies in teaching Physical Science toward enhanced students’ critical thinking skills in St. Thomas Academy. The study utilized experimental design involving the participation of 105 Grade 11 match paired students. It used diagnostic test to assess the students’ prior knowledge, survey questionnaire to evaluate their needs, interest, and attitude towards Science subject before the implementation of the activating strategies such as carousel brainstorming, challenge envelopes, and talking drawings. It also used learning plans in each activating strategy during the lesson. Pre-test and posttest were administered to assess their critical thinking skills. Students’ preparedness in terms of prior knowledge, needs, interest, and attitude towards Science subject were analyzed and interpreted using standard deviation and mean, frequency, mean difference, t-test was used to test the difference on the transmuted mean gain scores of the respondents. Pearson r, multiple comparisons to compare the results of the scores in each strategy per subskill, and ANOVA to analyze the relationship among the variables under students’ preparedness and critical thinking subskills. Furthermore, the study found out that there is a significant difference in the pre-test and post-test scores of the three groups exposed to the different activating strategies as to their critical thinking skills. Lastly, there is a significant difference in the mean post-test scores of the groups exposed to the different activating strategies as to their critical thinking skills and there is a significant relationship between student preparedness and critical thinking skills
Emerging Distributed Leadership Frameworks as Practiced in Public Secondary Schools
Authors:   Dr. Panfilo Castro National High School, Candelaria East District, Division of Quezon, R. Laylo Arlene , N. Chua Elisa ,   Laguna State Polytechnic University San Pablo City Campus, Philippines
Published: May 2022

Empowering school teams and personnel considered as essential component to expand community participation and involvement in school organization to deliver quality education services to improve school performances. It determines the manifestation of emerging distributed leadership and its relationship to School-Based management and organizational commitment. It was an attempt to identify the most practiced distributed leadership frameworks that reflects the inter-correlation on the concept of different authors about the emerging distributed leadership practice. It pertains to interactive, appreciative, and adaptive distributive leadership. It was determined the manifestation of emerging distributed leadership frameworks as obtained from 715 respondents from public secondary schools in the Division of Quezon who were purposively selected. The study utilized the descriptive method of research. Aside from quantitative data to determine the correlational analysis, the qualitative data also used to strongly support the qualitative results. In general, correlational analysis of the study found out that there was a significant relationship between emerging distributed leadership, School-Based Management practices and organizational commitment. The study illustrates that the distributed leadership frameworks ware being manifested to achieve school effectiveness that develop school structural change and innovation to sustain quality education engaging school heads, teachers, and other stakeholders.