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Macrobenthic Composition of Sea Water Associated with Seagrass in East and West Portions of the Igang Bay, Nueva Valencia, Guimaras
Authors: De La Cruz Mary Jean L. , Flores June Raymund Peter , Magramo Melchor M. , Madas Christy , Terunez Marlon
Published: December 2012

The study investigates the macrofauna composition associated with seagrass communities in west and east portions of Igang Bay Nueva Valencia, Guimaras. The study aims to determine the faunal composition of the macrobenthos in east and west Igang Bay seagrass communities and the physical factors like the substrate type, temperature, salinity, and water depth. The study found that West Igang had a relatively higher diversity index (0.608) than East Igang (0.513), while the index of similarity between the two sites was relatively high (0.667). The physico-chemical parameters were observed to be variable between the two sites, with higher salinity recorded in West Igang and variable temperatures. The type of substrates was relatively similar between sites, with occasional rocky bottoms in West Igang. The study highlights the importance of monitoring and understanding the macrofauna composition associated with seagrass communities as an indicator of the environmental health of marine ecosystems.
Antibacterial Activity of Cacao (Theobroma Cacao Linn.) Pulp Crude Extract Against Selected Bacterial Isolates
Authors: Panganiban Citadel A. , Reyes Redencion B. , Agojo Ivy , Armedilla Rhona , Consul Jazel Zabrine , Dagli Hazel Frances , Esteban Lorwin
Published: December 2012

Cacao (Theobroma cacao Linn.), a plant with great perennial leaves and yellow or reddish flowers is reported to be antiseptic, diuretic, ecbolic (promotes labor by stimulating uterine contractions), emmenagogue (promotes or stimulates menstrual flow), and parasiticide, Cacao is a folk remedy for alopecia, burns, cough, dry lips, eyes, fever, listlessness, malaria, nephrosis, parturition, pregnancy, rheumatism, snakebite, and wounds. With its wide range of medicinal values, its activity against selected bacterial isolates will be determined in order to find alternative substances that will prevent the widespread of bacterial infection. This study used the experimental research method to determine the antibacterial activity of cacao (Theobroma cacao Linn.) pulp crude extract against selected bacterial isolates including Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923, Escherichia coli ATCC 25922 and Pseudomonas aeruginosa ATCC 27853 using the paper disc diffusion method. The Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC), Minimum Bactericidal Concentration (MBC) and the biological stability of cacao against the test microorganisms were also determined using the tube dilution method. Stability tests were also performed such as the determination of the effects of pH and temperature on the activity of cacao against bacterial isolates.
Characterization of the University of Bohol Ecofarm: An Urban Forestry Development Model
Authors: Bullecer Ricardo P.
Published: December 2012

Urban forestry advocates the role of trees as a critical part of the urban infrastructure. Establishment of higher vegetation is highly called for in improving the health of the environment and the community especially in these days when the effects of global warming is obviously felt everywhere, much more in urban areas. Among the vast resources of the University of Bohol is a 2.1-hectare lot in Village San Isidto, Tagbilraran City which has commonly been referred to as the "UB Ecofarm". The site is a degraded karst land which has been left idle for quite some time with indigenous pioneer species and other dominant scrubby vegetation. A survey was then conducted to gather baseline information on the existing floral and faunal resources as well as edaphic and geo factors characterizing the area. The creation of an urban forestry development plan was the ultimate purpose and output of this research endeavor. Despite the degraded condition of the site, results showed a total of 65 species of trees and shrubs, 56 species of grasses and broadleaved weeds; 25 bird species, 4 bat species and others like frogs and rodents. The stunted vegetation is growing in patches. Timber poaching, wildlife hunting and unauthorized pasturing of animals are the major problems in the site. The area has the potential for a bird sanctuary, a demo area of a sub-urban vegetation rehabilitation, organic farming in selected spots and a biodiversity conservation center for the city
Digital Divide among the Faculty of a State Educational Institution
Authors: Malaga R S
Published: December 2012

This research aimed to determine the â€˜digital divideâ€™ among Faculty Members of Carlos Hilado Memorial State College for academic year 2007-2008 in order to gather baseline information for a Proposed Development and Intervention Program. The study made use of the descriptive research, employing the analysis of the responses of the faculty members to the different items raised in the questionnaire. The research attempted to describe, assess and analyze the digital divide among CHMSC faculty members based on their level of access to ICT, level of skills in ICT, and extent of ICT utilization for academic year 2007-2008. The subject-respondents were the one hundred fortynine (149) full-time faculty members from the four (4) campuses of Carlos Hilado Memorial State College for the academic year 2007-2008 who were chosen randomly as samples. A researcher-made survey questionnaire was used to gather data related to the conduct of this study. Three (3) professors in the doctoral program of CHMSC, two (2) ICT professors with masterâ€™s degree, and three (3) members of the panel evaluated and validated the content of the instrument. Subsequently, the reliability of the instrument was established using the Test-Retest method.
Attitude, Skills Performance, and Implications of Using Simulator Programs among Marine Engineering Students
Authors: Alimen Rolando A. , Ortega Nilo B. , Pador Ralph L.
Published: December 2012

This study aims to determine the attitude towards, skills performance, and implications of simulator programs among marine engineering students of John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University-Molo, Iloilo City, Philippines. The participants of this study were the 120 marine engineering students who used simulator programs in their subject, specifically Power Plant 1. This present study employed quantitative-qualitative method of gathering data. Data gathered were obtained through Likert-type data-gathering instrument entitled "Attitude towards Simulator Programs," assessment rating instrument of the professors teaching simulator was used to determine the skills performance of the students, and implications of using simulator programs were determined by using the students' qualitative inputs on simulator. Appropriate statistical tools were used to analyze the quantitative data. Interviews and comments were used for qualitative analysis of the study. Results of this study were properly disseminated and discussed among faculty members handling simulator programs. Department heads, faculty members, and students were invited to the presentation of the results of this study to discuss the effect as regards their academic performance.
Competencies of Career-Entry Medical Technology Graduates of Lyceum of Batangas: Basis for Enhancement of the Internship Training Program
Authors: Valdez Anacleta P.
Published: December 2012

The role of medical technologists in the clinical laboratory has changed within the last five years due to changes in the laboratory environment. Substantial modification in the medical technology curriculum is needed to prepare graduates for technologic, regulatory, staffing and operational changes in laboratory medicine. It is the ultimate goal of the College to prepare students for career entry positions as medical technology professionals. The curriculum should be designed to prepare the graduates and demonstrate the core competencies expected of them in the workplace. It is for this reason that this study was conducted to assess the career entry level competencies expected of the graduates of the College of Medical Technology of Lyceum of Batangas. Findings of the study served as basis in enhancing the curriculum to make it more responsive to the needs of local and international healthcare systems. Using a descriptive method, the respondents were the chief medical technologists and immediate supervisors of selected hospitals who have as their staff LB Medical Technology graduates under the AHSE curriculum (2002-2006). A total of 77/138 (56%) graduates were evaluated using a structured type of questionnaire following a Likert scale with 5 as the highest and one as the lowest values. The parameters in the questionnaire were derived from the model formulated from the various competency-based standards of various local and international accrediting professional associations.
The Antihelminthic Activities of Dita (Altonia scholaris) Bark and Tamarind (Tamarindus indicus) Seeds: A Comparative Study
Authors: Florentino Carmela M. , Supnet Gemma Agnes R.
Published: December 2012

The study was done to compare the antihelminthic activities of dita (Alsonia scholaris) bark and tamarind (Tamarindus indicus) seeds using adult earthworms, Pheretima posthuma. It was found out that the dita bark extract showed more potent antihelminthic activity as compared to the tamarind seeds. Further, the antihelminthic activity of the two plant extracts were also compared to the antihelminthic activity of a known standard drug, mebendazole Results showed that the dita bark extract has stronger antihelminthic action against the worm than mebendazole.
Water Quality of the Main Water Source of Village Ambassador, Tublay, Benguet using the Allium cepa Test
Authors: Doctor Teresita R. , Manuel Jay Jay F. , Rivera Marites P. , Kebasen Chester A. , Bulayungan Faize L.
Published: December 2012

In view of the ecological hazards of chemicals, in vitro experiments were conducted to determine the probable toxicity of the different water samples from the main water source of Village Ambassador, Tublay, Benguet employing the classical Allium cepa test prior to the establishment of communal water catch basins/tanks. In this study, experimental Allium cepa were grown in the different water samples from Lower and Upper Coroz, Baliti, and Salaksak. The different parameters that were utilized in the study (i.e. macroscopic and microscopic) served as indicators of the genotoxicity of the water samples to the test organisms. This laboratory experiment of the genotoxic effect of the water samples revealed insignificant differences among the different water samples and the control group for all the following observations: macroscopic level in terms of root length and frequencies of root forms and the mitotic index values scored at microscopic level. This interaction implies that the different water samples inhibited the growth of the onions, may have caused some morphological abnormalities and possible genotoxic effect on the onions in all the treatment groups. However, the level of toxicity did not vary significantly among the treatment groups and the control group. Taken together, results of the study showed that the selected water samples from the main water source of Village Ambassador may be tapped as possible sources of potable water.
The Effect of Web-Enhanced Learning Activities (WELA) on the Achievement in English of First Year High School Students
Authors: Bustos Katherine Faith M.
Published: December 2012

The study was conducted to verify the effects of Web-Enhanced Learning Activities (WELA) on the achievement in English of first year high school students. The research combined the quantitative approach using the quasi-experimental design, with the qualitative approach involving immersion learning. A total of 66 respondents from the two first year classes, 34 under the experimental group and 32 under the control group, were used as subjects of the study. Results indicate no significant difference between the experimental and control groups in pretest scores but show significant difference in posttest scores. While the respondents gained knowledge in both approaches, students under the WELA displayed higher achievement level in the posttest, significantly outperforming the students in the control group. Moreover, the following positive behaviors were observed among the students under the WELA: (a) increased interaction among the students, between the students and learning materials, and between the students and the teacher; (b) decrease of absenteeism cases; (c) independent learning; (d) enhanced and structured learning styles; and (e) more defined focus in learning. The WELA clearly appears to be very effective approach in enhancing English achievement levels of first year students.
The Compressive Strength Of Concrete Using Kakawate (Gliricidia Sepium) Jacq. Kunth Ex Walph. Wood Ash Cement
Authors: Rabena Alfredo R. , Aman Nelia V. , Amistad Franklyn T.
Published: December 2012

The acceptable disposal waste such as ash and sludge is a growing problem. A related problem is the recycling of other waste materials such as tires, glass and plastics. Because of the high-volume of kakawate tree in the region and that ash of kakawate wood is considered waste taken from dirty kitchen of every household, the researchers as engineers are pressured to recycle the ash for admixture construction material for low-cost housing projects. The researchers developed a methodology for determining the compressive strength of concrete cylinder mixed with kakawate (Gliricidia sepium) Jacq. Kunth ex walph using the proportion 20% ash and 80% cement for the mixture 1:2:3. The result of the laboratory testing can be a basis in proceeding with other proportions. Information is needed about the wood material's physical properties. Further, environmental and waste management issues must be discussed as basis for the acceptability and practicability of waste and recycled material (WRMs). Developed mixture design of kakawate ash and cement ratio is to be recommended for construction of low-cost housing projects without sacrificing the strength of the structure.
Awareness on Geriatric Care and the Quality of Life among Elderly
Authors: Queddeng Mercita Q.
Published: December 2012

The study determined the awareness on geriatric care and the quality of life among elderly in the selected municipalities in the first district of Ilocos Sur during the calendar year 2009. The respondents of this study were the 355 elderly assisted by their significant others or family members taking care of them from the selected municipalities in the first district of Ilocos Sur namely Magsingal, Sto. Domingo and San Ildefonso. The descriptive method of research was utilized. The data were gathered through the use of questionnaire coupled with interview schedule. The data gathered were analyzed using the frequency count, percentage, mean and simple correlation analysis. The results revealed that most of the respondents are mature adults, mostly female, widowed, reached elementary level; most of them have no job but those who are still earning have a monthly income of Php 1,000.00 and below. Most of the respondents suffer from diseases such as diabetes mellitus, alzheimers and hypertension. They are generally supported with their family members and they are living with them. They are moderately aware on geriatric care along with its dimensions namely: medication and supervision, physical care, and home safety. There is a "high" level of quality of life along with physical, psychological and economic factors. There exist significant relationships between the level of awareness on geriatric care along with age, educational attainment, occupation and pension of the respondents.
Jail Information System of the Provincial Jail of Misamis Oriental
Authors: Tubongbanua Jun Brian P. , De Ocampo Mae Ann F. , Pabualan Rhoderick Z. , Salvador Jose Rafael P. , Turno Kurt Andersen M. , Perocho Laurence M.
Published: December 2012

Keeping track of inmates' profile in the Provincial Jail is a constant challenge, especially as they move from one part of facility to another or from Misamis Oriental Provincial Jail to any Prison within the country and also the growing population of the inmates is a big problem in keeping track of inmate's profile. In an effort to improve the tracking of inmates, we conducted a study on how the authorities of the provincial jail are keeping the records of the inmates. We found out that the major problems are; redundancy of inmate's profile, unorganized tracking of inmate's profile, and time - consuming in the generation of jail reports. Our Objective in making this program is to make the job of the provincial jail employees easier. The employees of the Provincial Jail need to keep in track of the profile of the inmates. So we decided to make a computer - based Jail Information System which aims to solve the redundancy of prisoner's profile, organize the tracking of prisoner's records, and to generate reports on time. The system allows accurate generation of jail reports. Jail reports are generated faster compared to the manual system which takes a lot of time to complete the entire search for an inmate's personal information. Being efficient, the proposed system is an advantage to both the institution and its personnel.
Class Size and Academic Performance of BISU-MC Engineering Students
Authors: Aranjuez Virgilia , Cayunda Adelaida Leonor , Torralba Ryan , Balili Eric , Polo And Ann Jelly
Published: December 2012

The main thrust of the study was to determine the relationship between class size and the academic performance of engineering students of BISU MC during the academic years 2008-2009, 2009- 2010 and 2010-2011. Specifically, the study sought to identify the profile of students' class size and academic performance, the difference between the academic performance of students belonging to a class size of less than or equal to 50 and a class size of greater than 50, the relationship between class size and the academic performance and the action plan that could be proposed based on the result of the study. The study made use of the descriptive documentary method wherein the academic performance ratings were obtained from the Registrar's Office. Z-test was used to get the difference between the academic performance of students belonging to a class size of less than 50 and students belonging to a class size of greater than 50. Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient was used to get the relationship between class size and the academic performance. It was found out that there is no significant difference in the academic performance of students belonging to a class of less than or equal to 50 and students belonging to a class of greater than 50. It was also found out that there was no significant relationship between class size and academic performance of students.
Determinants of L.E.T. Performance of the Teacher Education Graduates in a State University
Authors: Pascua Juanita B. , Navalta Jane D.
Published: December 2012

This study determined the correlation of personal and educational related factors with the LET performance of the Teacher Education graduates of NVSU, second semester, S.Y. 2007-2008. The respondents' personal and educational data were gathered from the Registrar's records while the result of the LET performance was taken from the PRC through the LET Review Committee. The study used descriptive survey method with the use of documentary analysis. T-test was used to determine the difference in the LET performance when grouped according to gender and degree course. F-test was used to determine if there is significant difference in LET performance and English proficiency of the respondents. Scheffe Post Hoc Test was utilized to determine the significant difference in English proficiency in terms of percentile ranks. There were more Elementary Education respondents than Secondary Education. English proficiency of respondents ranged from 23.00-73.75. There were more passers from the Elementary level than those from the Secondary level. Females' performance in LET was statistically the same with their male counterpart and that the BEEd performed better than the BSEd and all other courses combined (BSMath, BSAExt, BSHT, BSIE, BSAEd).Degree Course, GPA, English Proficiency, and Admission Test Score indicated significant relationship with LET performance.
Diversity and Status of Butterflies in Mt. Timpoong and Mt. Hibok-hibok, Camiguin Island, Philippines
Authors: Toledo Joliesa Mae Salmoy , Mohagan Alma B.
Published: December 2012

Diversity assessment of butterflies was conducted to provide information on species composition, diversity trends cross vegetation type's status, and distribution of butterflies in Mt. Timpoong and Mt. Hibok-hibok, Camiguin Island. This study was carried out using catching net to collect butterfly species in the two mountains of Camiguin namely Mt. Hibok-hibok and Mt. Timpoong from December 2009 to May 2010. The study revealed 81 species of butterflies in both mountains. 73 species were collected in Mt. Timpoong and 41 species in Mt. Hibok-hibok. Species richness of butterflies showed that there is a decreasing trend across vegetation types in both mountains. Highest diversity level was observed in the agro-ecosystem of Mt. Timpoong (H'= 1.70) and Mt. Hibok-hibok (H'=1.48) respectively. Status assessment showed 18 or 22 % endemic species out of which, 14 are present in Mt. Timpoong and only 8 are present in Mt. Hibok-hibok.
Gleaning, Drying and Marketing Practices of Sea Cucumber in Davao Del Sur, Philippines
Authors: Subaldo Milagros C.
Published: December 2012

Gleaning, drying and marketing practices of sea cucumber in Davao del Sur was conducted to document the local practices, common species gathered and to identify problems along with the adopted practices. Results disclosed that gleaning was done by skin diving with the use of air compressor or hand picking in intertidal reef flats during low tide. Species usually gathered includes Stichopus horrens, Holuthuria scabra, Stichopus hermani, Thelonota anax, Holothuria fuscolgiva, Holothuria fuscopunctata, Bohadschia marmorata and Holothuria whitmaei. Drying process for beche-de-mer production includes washing, evisceration, washing, boiling, soaking in brine solution, smoke drying and sun drying. However, soaking in brine solution was practiced only by processors in the 1st District of the province purposely to extend its shelf-life. Selling was done in "all-in" basis, cash upon delivery and buyers were the one dictating the market price. Flows of dried sea cucumber from processors were through wholesalers coming from Digos City and Davao City and shipped to Manila and Korean markets. Problems identified along with the adopted practices were nonselection as to size utilized for consumption or for sale. Also, problems on poor drying practices, packaging materials used non-utilization of entrails and disposal of waste.
LCCB as a Professional Learning Community (PLC) in the Eyes of the Faculty
Authors: Cuelo Randdie P.
Published: December 2012

This study aimed to assess, through the perceptions of its faculty, the practices of La Consolacion College Bacolod (LCCB) relating to professional learning communities (PLC). Ninetytwo faculty responded to the 52-item standardized instrument "Professional Learning Community Assessment-Revised" developed by Dr. Diane Olivier of the University of Louisiana measured perceptions towards the practice of the six dimensions of PLC. Results revealed that teachers positively perceive and agree that LCCB is a professional learning community by virtue of the evident practices of the PLC dimensions. Of the six dimensions, 'collective learning and application' ranked first, while 'shared and supportive leadership' was ranked the lowest. The perceptions of the teachers significantly vary, indicating that teaching classification, teaching experience, and affiliation in the program has an influence on how a teacher recognizes various institutional practices. The more those teachers are involved in practices of the College, the more likely they are to impress positive perception. The study concluded that LCCB is a legitimate professional learning community from the eyes of its teachers and affirmed the finding of a previous related study that a shared and supportive leadership continues to be a need and demand by the faculty of the College.
Morphological Analysis of Gay's Spoken Discourse
Authors: Lunzaga Ariel B. , Bendulo Hermabeth O. , Lunzaga Ariel B.
Published: December 2012

The language of gays known as Gay speaks has now earned respect from the community and observably been infused in the mainstream language of the society. Language is evolving and with its changing nature, existing language needs to be documented for posterity reasons. Gay speak is not an exemption. It has to be analyzed especially its morphology. This study focused on the morphological analysis of the language of gays who were studying at SLSU-Tomas Oppus in SY 2009-2010. Specifically, it identified the common vocabulary of local gays and the corresponding meanings through a self-administered questionnaire and an informal conversation. Based from the information provided by 20 purposively selected college gays, it was learned that gayspeak is simply an adaptation of the mainstream language like English, Filipino, and Cebuano. For purposes of hielding from the chasms of the heterosexuals, gays construct their language through simple reversal, syllabic reversal, simple reversal with affixation, clipping with affixation, straight words with affixation, and connotation through images. It was concluded that the spoken discourse of college gays in the campus violates the rules of English grammar yet used by gays for purposes of expressing themselves in a way unrecognizable by the discriminating straight men in highly patriarchal society.
Perceptions of Secondary School Teachers on the Utilization of Educational Technology
Authors: Garnada Vicpher D.
Published: December 2012

The study investigated the perceptions of public and private secondary school teachers in selected municipalities of Zamboanga del Sur Province, Mindanao, Philippines on the utilization of educational technology. The descriptive research design is used in which questionnaire was employed as main instrument in gathering data from the 132 public and 34 private secondary school teachers. The study revealed that majority of the respondents was female and more or less 31 years of age. Most of them were taking masters; Makabayan had a great share as to their area of concentration. Nearly everyone was neophytes with permanent status in the service and attended 1 to 3 times on trainings/seminars in educational technology. The public secondary teachers mostly utilized television, DVD player and radio/cassette tape player, while majority of the private secondary teachers utilized computer with internet connection, computer printer and DVD player. The teachers both in public and private secondary schools perceived that they rarely used educational technology in their teaching. They have uncertain disposition towards the role of educational technology. The perceptions of the two groups of respondents were no significant difference between the responses of the public and private secondary school teachers on the utilization of educational technology.
Phytochemical and Pesticidal Properties of Barsanga (Cyperus rotundus Linn.)
Authors: Bañez Solita Evangeline , Castor Liza
Published: December 2012

The study was conducted to test the phytochemical screening and insecticidal testing of Barsanga (Cyperus rotundus Linn). This study made use of the experimental research design in actual laboratory set-up. Three phases were included in the pursuit of this study: the extraction process, the qualitative test (phytochemical screening) and pesticidal test. Results showed that the ethanol extracts of the leaves, stems and roots of barsanga contain therapeutic components such as alkaloids, tannins, flavonoids and sterols. This implies that the plant is a good source of treatment for hypertension, tumor, wounds, sores, boils, stomachache, diarrhea, sore throat, burns, ulcer, nasal congestion, cough, hemorrhage, malaria, other rectal disorders, viral and fungal infections, inflammatory and cytotoxic activities. The plant is not an excellent emulsifying agent because it does not contain saponins and therefore cannot be used as detergent to replace soap. The Libermann-Burchard test for triterpenes showed negative results which implies then that barsanga is not a good source of Vitamin A. The tuber of Barsanga (Cyperus rotundus Linn.) can be made into an effective pesticide. It is more effective than Carbamate and has almost the same efficacy as that of Organophosphate. Based on the conclusions, the researchers present the following recommendations: a follow-up study should be conducted to quantify, isolate and identify the type of alkaloids, tannins, saponins, sterols and flavonoids present in barsanga (Cyperus rotundus Linn.,the plant is recommended for microbiological and other pharmacological screenings.
Poverty's Political Face: The Case of Pasil, Cebu City
Authors: Abellanosa Rhoderick John S.
Published: December 2012

Coming from the notions of AmartyaSen and Robert Chambers, on poverty as "capability deprivation" and "absence of well-being", this study seeks to portray a "political face" of the poor's condition. Beyond the usual depiction of the poor as living below the "poverty line" what kind of lives do they have in the much larger landscape of the structure of power relations? How do they position themselves vis-a-vis the powerful politicians and how do they understand themselves as actors of political processes such as elections? The study believes that beyond the totalizing views of poverty in mainstream social science scholarship, the poor's portrayal and understanding of their own condition must be considered, not to replace the existing explanations and views but in order to interrogate and eventually enrich some of its assumptions. A particular village, i.e. Pasil is used as a case in order to provide an empirical illustration of the study. The said village is located in Cebu City, a bigger proportion of which is a slum area. Methodologically, the study uses qualitative data collection techniques such as Focus Group Discussion and Key Informant Interview; socio-political analysis and analyis of interview and discussion transcriptions are part of the interpretive process.
Enhancement Activities for the Day Care Centers and Development Workers
Authors: Cadosales Maria Nancy Q.
Published: December 2012

Day Care Centers are managed by Day Care Workers (DCWs). These teachers contribute to the total development of the early childhood learners. In this present study, it was noted during the interview and focus group discussion that the DCWs needed enhancement activities for them to carry out their teaching tasks. Exercises on letter sound were the most priority need over teaching strategies, production of instructional materials, and pedagogy. Thus, an action plan for a three-day enhancement program was proposed.
Players of the Agribusiness System and their Problems: Philippine Case Studies
Authors: Ilupa Nida A.
Published: December 2012

The main purpose of this paper is to present problems of the players in the Agribusiness System to help us better understand the challenges they have to deal with to remain dynamic, viable and profitable as important contributors to the health of the industry where they belong. The study used the descriptive method. A collection of 59 case studies actually conducted and successfully defended by agribusiness students were coded and used as samples in studying the different industry players. Each case study was written and analyzed as an output of a practicum to complete their BS Agribusiness Management degree. The students immersed themselves, observed the actual operations of these different players and at the same time gathered related data. Results showed that the problems encountered were production, marketing, personnel, finance, administration and extension. The study concludes that each industry player belongs to a specific agribusiness subsystem and performs a particular or multiple roles in the industry.
Education for Sustainable Development as Strategy for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation: A Literature Review
Authors: Neri Donna Lou E.
Published: December 2012

The World Health Organization (2003) stated that there is growing evidence that changes in the global climate will have profound effects on the well-being of citizens in countries throughout the world. The "business as usual" frame of mind in dealing with this phenomenon is no longer feasible. Rather, there is a great need for a "sense of urgency" to empower and actively involve every individual to adapt and to mitigate the worsening of climate change. A great number of studies show that the leadership of the educational system in developed countries for more than 2 decades has been successful in promoting environmental sustainability. Some of these studies are reviewed and documented in this paper so that vulnerable countries may learn and benchmark from their experiences.
Computer-Assisted Collaborative Learning and Academic Performance
Authors: Estimo Emeliza T.
Published: December 2012

For the continuing search for effective teaching methodology in Maritime English Instruction, this paper examines the effect of the Computer-Assisted Collaborative Learning (CACL) Method on the academic performance of maritime students in terms of their scores in the summative test, pretest and post test, and midterm examination. The study used the experimental design. A series of CACL-based modules covering the midterm topics which was enriched from the existing Instructor's Guide for Maritime English was tested with two experimental groups of students against two other classes who were exposed to the Traditional Method (TM) of instruction. The four groups of students were categorized into academic achievers and non-academic achievers. Findings revealed a significant improvement on the academic performance of all groups after their separate exposure to the two methods. Results from the midterm exam and the summative test further revealed that there is no significant difference on the academic performance of the groups of academically advanced students. For the groups of non-achievers, however, those who were exposed to the CACL method had significantly scored higher than those who were taught using the Traditional Method.
Reactions of the Ballast Booster End-Users Toward Filipino Technology and its Implication to Education
Authors: Mapote Mario C.
Published: December 2012

The study determined the reactions of Ballast-Booster end-users towards Filipino technology and its implication to education. Specifically, it assessed the demographic profile of Ballast-Booster end-users; evaluated the reactions of ballast-booster end-users; and determined whether their reactions depend on demographic profile. For one-year period, experimental method was applied; the latter part was descriptive method. The findings: majority were of ages 25-52; male; married with children of 1-4; involved in farming; college graduate; refrained from revealing their income; had an annual income of 121,000-240,000 pesos; had extra income in farming; owned some appliances; bought one piece to test whether the product can save money and energy; majority had positive outlook on Filipino inventive products with pro-foreign inclination; cared for the effects of foreign products on national economy; and praised the government with the support program; reactions of respondents did not depend on demographic profile using chi-square test. The study left vital question unanswered. Where did the reactions of respondent
Occurrence of Soft and Hard Corals at Igang Bay and Villa Corazon, Nueva Valencia, Guimaras, Philippines
Authors: Magramo Melchor , Esmana Mary Mar , Flores June Raymond Peter , Terunez Marlon
Published: December 2012

The distribution of soft and hard corals is due to prevailing environmental conditions, coral anatomical features and structural composition and presence or absence of predators and competitors. The study determined the occurrence of soft and hard corals in Igang Bay, Nueva Valencia, Guimaras, Philippines. Ocular survey was conducted at front beach of Villa Igang and transect - quadrat sampling was carried out. The results showed that soft corals found in Igang Bay include the genera Lobophytum, Radianthus, Sarcophyton, Sinularia and Xenia and hard corals include those that belong to Acropora, Coeloseris, Coscinaraea, Favia, Favites, Fungia, Lonophyllia, Millepora, Montipora and Porites genera. Hard corals had a greater cover with a total of 38.94% while soft corals had 3.33%. In each transect, hard corals occupied more space than soft corals. There were 6 colonies for hard corals and none for soft corals. Physico - chemical conditions, particularly the salinity did not vary between three sampling points with a value of 29 ppt. and the temperature between surface and bottom had an average of 31°C and 31.7°C.The water depth ranged from 0.9 to 1.1 meters. Generally, the substrate type was rocky and sandy with presence of some coral rubbles in some portions along the transect lines.
Macrobenthic Composition of Sea Water Associated with Seagrass in East and West Portions of the Igang Bay, Nueva Valencia, Guimaras
Authors: De La Cruz Mary Jean L. , Flores June Raymund Peter , Magramo Melchor M. , Madas Christy , Terunez Marlon
Published: December 2012

The macrobenthic invertebrates are associated with seagrass communities in East and West at the Igang Bay, Nueva Valencia, Guimaras. Seven groups were found in West Igang which includes the hard coral, gastropod, bivalve, soft coral, starfish, limpet, hermit crab and cowrie while eight groups composed of bivalve, gastropod, snail, cowrie, hard coral, hermit crab and sponge were found in the seagrass community of East Igang. Results show that gastropod was the dominating group in both sites. The hard coral group was the most frequent to occur in West Igang while the gastropod in East Igang was frequently observed. Common groups in both sites were hard coral, gastropod, bivalve, and cowrie. West Igang had higher diversity of macrobenthos (H' = 0.608) than the East Igang with (H' = 0.513). Both sites have sandy, silty-muddy type of substrates although some portions of West Igang were rocky. Salinity ranged from 28 to 30 parts per thousand and temperature from 20.67 to 32.67 degrees Celsius. Water depth recorded ranged from 0.43 to 0.60 meters. The higher variability of substrates in West Igang probably promoted the higher diversity of macrobenthic groups in the area suitable for different attachments and mobility along with denser growth of seagrass in the said site.
Collaborative Learning in Small Group Discussions and Its Impact on Resilience Quotient and Academic Performance
Authors: Estimo Emeliza T. , Aranador Lourdes C. , Evidente Luis G.
Published: December 2012

This paper is a quasi-experimental investigation on the impact of Collaborative Learning (CL) in Small Group Discussions (SGD) on the development of the eight components of Resilience Quotient (RQ) and the Academic Performance (AP) of students in Maritime English classes. Using different statistical tools such as mean and standard deviation and t-test for dependent and independent means, the study revealed that students who have a higher academic performance tend to also have a higher RQ. Evidence also showed that a high level of RQ could enhance academic performance and that RQ could be developed through constant exposure to small group discussions at a certain period of time. Evidence in the study also showed that too much dependence on the teacher as the main source of learning in the traditional approach could lead to some regression or decline on the students' personal vision thereby lowering their level of resilience. There was also some evidence that the improvement in the level of RQ can also be a teacher factor. Moreover, it was noticed that working in small groups could give students the opportunity to affirm their personal beliefs and individual capabilities in accomplishing their tasks in the teaching and learning process.
Implementation of Strengthened Technical Vocational Education Program - Competency Based Curriculum, Northern Mindanao, Philippines
Authors: Alferez Reynilda C. , Palmes Nenita D.
Published: December 2012

This study attempted to assess the implementation of the Strengthened Technical and Vocational Education Program - Competency Based Curriculum (STVEP-CBC) in Region x. The study involved nine (9) DepED Technical Vocational High Schools in Region X - Northern Mindanao. The respondents included twenty one (21) administrators and ninety one (91) teachers. Descriptive statistics were used to describe and to analyze the data. The study also utilized T - test for paired values to evaluate the difference between administrators and teachers assessments in the status of implementation of STVEP - CBC. The school administrators and teachers assessed the status of the implementation of STVEP-CBC along the aspects of its program. Findings show that both administrators and teacher respondents were assessed very satisfactory on items of Competency Assessment and Certification, Instructional and Teacher Support Material, Curriculum Instruction, Program and Project Management and Monitoring and Evaluation. On one hand, both respondents register as only satisfactory on the aspect of facilities and services. This can be due to the fact that a budgetary allocation in this area is insufficient. On the other hand, assessments of administrators and teachers vary on the following: excellent by the administrators while very satisfactory by the teachers respectively the items on Human Resource Development, Property Supply Management, Fiscal Management and Physical Plant Facility. Such high assessments of the two groups are attributed to their satisfaction level with the implementation of the different programs.
Collegial Peer Coaching Model: A Case Study in Empowering Science Teachers
Authors: De La Cruz Teresita V.
Published: December 2012

This study was an attempt to develop and validate the proposed Collegial Peer Coaching Model (CPCM) for Science Teachers across various levels at Southern Luzon State University, Lucban, Quezon. The research design is a combination of descriptive-qualitative and developmental research methods involving 18 science teachers in the primary, secondary and tertiary levels. Three instruments were developed for the study - a teacher performance scale, a primer on peer coaching and an evaluation questionnaire. Results suggest that the participants had highly favorable performance ratings in the conduct of the three instructional components of the CPCM, as most participants achieved either 'very satisfactory' or 'outstanding' ratings after the conduct of the model, in comparison to their pre-CPCM ratings. The predominantly identified criteria for classroom observation are discussed as well as the quantity increases obtained by science teachers by group level along the three instructional components. The acceptability ratings also indicate very favorable scores. Among the conclusions made, it seems that the science teachers' teaching science performance require more skills improvement and/or refinement in the component identified as the "management of the teaching-learning activities" than in "classroom management skills" and "personal qualities".
Parental Attachment and Proactive Attitude among Adolescents
Authors: Nabeel Tanzila , Zafar Huma
Published: December 2012

The purpose of the research was to study the relationship between parental attachment and proactive attitude among adolescents. For this purpose, a sample of 600 adolescents was selected through stratified random sampling technique from different schools and colleges of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, Pakistan. The adolescents' ages were grouped into three categories; students belonging to early adolescence (13-14 years) students belonging to middle adolescence (15 to 17 years) and students belonging to late adolescence (18 to 19 years). A short demographic sheet for the adolescents was used to get information on their ages, gender and institutional affiliation. The study consisted of two phases. Phase I dealt with determining the psychometric properties of the scales and pilot study and Phase II consisted on the main study. Statistical analyses revealed positive correlation between parental attachment and proactive attitude at moderate level among adolescents. On comparing the gender based differences on the proactive attitude, female adolescent's scores were comparatively higher on Proactive Attitude Scale as compared to the male adolescents. Results further revealed that adolescents belonging to late adolescence group showed more proactive attitude as compared to the adolescents categorized as early and middle adolescence group. Moreover, adolescents belonging to upper socio-economic status were more proactive than adolescents belonging to middle and low socioeconomic status.
Smallholder Dairy Farmers' Group Development in Bhutan: Strengthening Rural Communities through Group Mobilization
Authors: Sonam Thubten , Martwanna Niwat
Published: December 2012

This paper describes the mobilization processes of Smallholder Dairy Farmers' Groups (SDFG) and its relevance to the process of community development in an integrated crop livestock forestry farming system in Bhutan. The group approach aims to ensure effective delivery of dairy services for strengthening collective self-help capacity, promoting self-reliance, group cooperation and solidarity of poor rural farmers through collective action. Data for the study were generated through focused group interviews and workshop organized among the relevant stakeholders involved in formation and development of dairy farmers' groups. The study found that the group mobilization processes demanded new competences in managing the different stages of group formation and development processes with professional support backed by new knowledge and skills. While the government encourages and supports the mobilization of dairy groups, the process of forming a group is still difficult due to a wide range of technical, socio-cultural, organizational, and physical challenges. However, despite the challenges and difficulties, SDFGs are slowly contributing to the enhancement of smallholder dairy farmers' skills, achievement of economies-of-scale and improving their bargaining power. The SDFGs are helping to build trust among members, instill positive changes in attitude and commitment to achieve group's success motivated by accrued financial benefits and easy access to other services. The formation and development of dairy groups needs to be supported by well-trained competent group mobilizers who are able to manage and facilitate group processes effectively.