1. Investment Valuation of a Graduate Diploma for Teachers Implications to Career Advancement in the Academe and Education Management
Juan Apolinario Reyes
Assistant Professor, Mathematics and Science Department Lyceum of the Philippines University Batangas, Batangas City Philippines
juanapolinario@gmail.com
This is a case study on the Return on Investment (ROI) of a graduate diploma for the faculty members of the College of Education, Arts and Sciences of Lyceum of the Philippines University Batangas. The ROI model for investment valuation was based on the study done by Reyes (Reyes, 2013). This model constructed the revenue function based on per hour rate increase, semestral loading, and other incentives that come with a graduate degree. The study showed that for a Masters degree, ROI after 10 years of employment is 0.66. For a Phd it is 4.42. The present study looked into the opportunity cost of an investment in a graduate degree by obtaining the ROI of alternative investments that can be had for the same capital devoted to finish the degree. These alternative investments are BPI time deposit, Meralco stocks, investment in gold, and investment in a 3 × 1 square meter cemetery plot. The performance of these alternative investments for the last 10 years was analyzed. The revenue functions were constructed using a simple linear regression model. The revenue function and the initial investment which was set equal to the total matriculation fees to finish a graduate diploma yielded the ROI for each of the alternative investments. The results are: BPI time deposit 1.31, gold 1.08, Meralco Stocks 1.16, and cemetery plot 0.33. This makes a Masters degree a less attractive investment in comparison with time deposit, Meralco stocks, and gold. But to earn a Phd is worth its time and money. A faculty can recover his investment in 2.5 years, and he stands to earn an ROI of 4.42 in a 10-year period.
Keywords: ROI, Graduate Diploma, Investment, Economic Valuation, Mathematical Modelling
2. Remittances of the Overseas Marine Service Workers to the Philippines: Implications to Good Governance
VIVIAN B. FLORES, Frede Moreno
Zamboanga State College of Marine Sciences and Technology Zamboanga City
Alliance for International Education, Germany
Using the Network Governance theory (Sorensen, E. & Torfing, J. 2005), this study describes the remittances of the Overseas Marine Service Workers (OMSWs) and assesses its implication to good governance. Since OMSW remittances are mandatory, the Philippine government recognizes only the formal channels of money transfer system to the Philippines. However, some OMSWs are sending cash to their families in the Philippines through the informal channels for the reasons of emergency, speed, friendships and cost. OMSW cash remittances to their respective families are primarily spent on education, food, and health as part of the regular monthly household and family expenditure items. Recipient family members prioritize the purchase of real estate properties, income-generating investments such as micro-enterprises and agricultural lands, clothes, motorcycle or cars. Part of the cash remittances received is also spent during Christmas celebrations;however, low priority is given to spending money on birthdays, fiestas and other occasions of lesser cultural significance to the family. A minimal number of the respondents donate a portion of the money to the barangay and school. On the other hand, a portion of the cash remittances received are not actually spent, but kept as savings for the family. The study further reveals that good governance (e.g. accountability, transparency, participation and rule of law) does not actually have any direct effect on the OMSWs’ and their families overseas remittance- related transaction and experiences, either with the formal channels or informal mechanisms. The study suggests that while pertinent government policies are well in-place, the regulatory governance of the Central bank of the Philippines covering the banking system and service providers within the overseas cash remittance system are actually not understood by OFWs and their families, and largely unknown to ordinary citizens.
Keywords: Network governance, remittance, formal channel
3. Productivity and Livelihood Analysis of Selected Areas of Libon, Albay
Hanilyn A. Hidalgo, CHARLIE P. NACARIO, Emma G. Jarcia
Central Bicol State University Of Agriculture, Pili, Camarines Sur 4418
liecharpnac@yahoo.com
The study was undertaken to assess the productive capacity of the proposed Organic Agriculture-Based Social Enterprise (OABSE) program areas and generate livelihood management options. It aimed to 1.) Describe the productive capital of each OABSE area as a socio-ecological system, 2.) Assess the livelihood assets and capacities in terms of productive resource base, use and livelihood patterns, including vulnerabilities, 3.) Provide management and planning guidelines in the transition of farms, 4.) Identify innovation points, research and extension needs for sustainable livelihood.
The approach used was Participatory Rapid Appraisal. Barangays Ponso, Sagrada Familia, Villa Petrona, Nogpo and Libtong of Libon cluster were the respondents.
Libon is generally a rice farming community. The social access seemed advantageous but also manifests low job opportunities and poor economic activities. Majority of the constituents were poor, cannot access financial capital support resulting to low human and physical capital. The individual physical capital was inaccessible due to underutilized natural capital.
For sustainability, Ponso demonstrated the highest sustainability rating due to a relatively higher level of productivity and social enterprise support from its local community. The other four barangays were found to demonstrate a fair sustainability rating. Except Libtong, which is an economically depressed community with lowest sustainability rating, the other barangays were well supported with common livelihood facilities, transportation and communication services.
Generally, the study revealed that amidst climate change, Productivity and Profitability were the primary issues; and development options must be established which will reinforce the cluster’s weak assets, specifically, the financial and human capitals.
Keywords: productivity, livelihood analysis, sustainability
4. INTEGRATING UNESCO ICT-BASED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
IN CHEMISTRY LESSONS
PROF. CHARLIE P. NACARIO, MA Chem.
Central Bicol State University of Agriculture
liecharpnac@yahoo.com
This study determined the effectiveness of the lessons in Chemistry integrating UNESCO ICT-based instructional material on the achievement of Chemistry students at Central Bicol State University of Agriculture. It aimed to identify lessons that may be developed integrating UNESCO ICT-based instructional materials, determine the effect of the developed lessons using the material on: conceptual understanding; science process skills; and attitude towards chemistry and gather insights from the experiences of the students and teacher.
The study used the single group pretest and posttest experimental design. Descriptive, quantitative and qualitative techniques were also utilized. Quantitative data were taken from the pretest-posttest results on the Test on Conceptual Understanding, Science Process Skills and Chemistry Attitudinaire. Qualitative data were drawn from the experts’ assessment of the developed lessons and research instruments, and the insights of students and teacher.
The developed lessons integrating UNESCO ICT-based instructional materials were Atomic Model and Structure, Periodic Table of Elements, Chemical Bonding, and Balancing Chemical Equation. These lessons increased the conceptual understanding of the students by topic and skill from very low mastery to average mastery level. The students have slightly improved along the different science process skills. After teaching the lessons, the students’ attitude also improved. The students became more motivated and interested in Chemistry and the lessons were student centered and entailed teacher’s competence and flexibility in computer use.
Keywords: ICT integration, achievement, instructional material
5. AUDIO-VISUAL AIDS & THE SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHING
Dr. Shri Krishna Mishra, Professor Badri Yadav
Principal, Professor, Shri Kanwartara Institute for Teachers Training, Shri Nagar Colony,Mandleshwar, Tehsil-Maheshwar, Dist.Khargone (M.P.), India 451221
shreekrishnamishra@gmail.com,2badriyadav9@gmail.com
In this complex society of today where experiences are innumerable and varied it is not at all possible to present every situation in its original colors hence the opportunities for learning by actual experiences always are not at all possible. It is only through the use of proper audio visual aids that the life situation can be trough in the class room by an enlightened teacher in their simplest form and representing the original to the highest point of similarity which is totally absent in the verbal or lecture method. In the presence of audio aids the attention is attracted interest roused and suitable atmosphere for proper understanding is automatically created, but in the existing traditional method greater efforts are to be made in order to achieve the aforesaid essential requisite. Inspire of the best and sincere efforts on the side of the teacher the net effect as regards understanding or learning in general is quite negligible.
Keywords: Audio-Visual Aids, Secondary School Teaching
6. The Motivational Effects of LPU Awards of Excellence: Basis for Improvement
MELDRICK ARJAY A. MAGSINO, RN
Student Activity Assistant, Office of Student Affairs, LPU – Batangas
E-mail Address: meldrick_arjay.magsino@yahoo.com
Atty. Reynold S. Beredo, JD
Director, Office of Student Affairs, LPU – Batangas
E-mail Address: rsberedolaw@gmail.com
Arex A. Anza, MBA
Administrative Assistant, Office of Student Affairs, LPU – Batangas
E-mail Address: arex_anza@yahoo.com
This study determined the motivational effects of LPU Awards of Excellence among members of student organizations. Specifically, this study identifies the performance of student organizations in terms of points accumulated by the organization during the academic year. Moreover, this study also determines the factors affecting the motivation of student organizations in terms of personal, intra-organizational, departmental, and institutional domains. It also assessed if there is a significant difference between the performance of the student organizations and the factors affecting their motivation. The researchers utilized the descriptive method of research.
Results of the study revealed that the overall performance of student organizations in LPU – Batangas is greatly affected by the inability to comply with documentary requirements. The findings also showed that the desire for personal growth, stable organizational structure, and opportunities to represent the department and the university outweighs awards when it comes to motivating students to engage actively in student organization activities. Student organization performance varies significantly depending on the presence of motivating factors under the departmental domain. Moreover, the motivational effects of the LPU Awards of Excellence can be enhanced by making certain improvements in the said awards convocation. A proposed plan of action was prepared to further improve the LPU Awards of Excellence.
The devised plan included the conduction of a more thorough discussion of the documentary requirements of recognized student organizations during their initial orientation. The student organizations shall also be constantly reminded about the submission of their documents. The LPU Awards of Excellence shall be continued and enhanced as it also depicts the personal growth of student leaders and exemplifies the stability of the student organizations. In addition, for college-based student organization awardees, due recognition should also be given to the departments in which they belong so as to motivate the student organizations to improve their performances as well.
Keywords: Motivational effects, LPU Awards of Excellence, student organizations, motivating factors
7. Tracer Study of BS in Information Technology Graduates of Camarines Sur
Polytechnic Colleges (CSPC), Nabua, Camarines Sur SY 2004-2010
DR. ARLY B. BALINGBING
Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges, College of Education, Arts and Sciences, Nabua, Camarines Sur
arlybalingbing@yahoo.com
Tracer studies enhance curriculum relevance and marketability of educational programs. Knowledge on employment of CSPC graduates assists in formulating policy towards combating unemployment and producing globally competitive BSIT graduates. This study determines the employability of BSIT graduates of SY 2004-2010 and unveil specifically their personal profile, level of competency along with the knowledge, skills and attitudes, significant relationship of the level of competency and the level of difficulties encountered along knowledge, skills, and attitudes and the measures to enhance their competitiveness. The study used descriptive method. Data gathered through a questionnaire from 155 respondents were statistically treated using averaging, percentage, weighted mean and Spearman Rho.
Most respondents were female, 20-25 years old, TESDA-certified, employed in private sectors, incompetent in SY 2003-2004, competent in SY 2005-2010and encountered difficulty along knowledge, skills, and attitudes. There is no significant relationship in the level of competencies among graduates per school year and their level of difficulty along knowledge, skills and attitudes. Some measures to enhance their competitiveness include conducting TESDA Assessment and Civil Service examination review and IT Faculty in-house trainings and strengthening English Proficiency Program.
BSIT graduates of SY 2004-2010 are competent despite difficulties encountered along skills, attitudes and knowledge.
Key words: Tracer study, BSIT graduates, Ladderized Program, CSPC
8. CONTRIBUTION OF STREET VENDING TO FAMILY’S INCOME OF VENDORS IN SOUTHERN PALAWAN
DR. LOURDES S. ARCILLA
Associate Professor V, College of Business and Management, Western Philippines University, Aborlan, Palawan, Philippines
drlourdes_cbem@yahoo.com
Street vending has become a growing sector of small-scale economic activity. It is a simple way of earning with small capital. This study was conducted to determine the contribution of street vending to family’s income of vendors in Southern Palawan. Specifically it aimed to describe the profile of street vendors, determine their products sold, the number of hours they spent in street vending, their daily income and the portion of their family’s income generated from street vending. Further, the utilization of the income derived from street vending will also be looked into and the problems affecting them will also be investigated.
The study was conducted among the seventy (70) street vendors in selected municipalities of Southern Palawan. Descriptive research design was used and survey questionnaire complemented with casual interview and observation was utilized in gathering of data. Descriptive statistical tools such as frequency, percentage, total and mean were used to interpret and analyze the data.
Findings of the study revealed that majority of the respondents are females, married and with present capital of P1, 000 and below. Most of them are between 31-50 years old, with 1-3 dependents, reached high school level and were in street vending for 2-5 years Most of their spouses were unemployed, and their initial capital came from micro lenders.
Products they sell at public utility vehicle terminals, in front of schools, churches and bus stops include fruits/vegetables/nuts, processed and frozen goods, snack items, cigarettes, sim cards/load and candies. Majority of them sell fruits /vegetables/nuts, cigarettes, candies, snacks items, frozen and processed goods.
More than majority of the respondents concentrate on street vending for 6-10 hours
earning P100-300 a day.
Majority of the respondents, sourced their hundred percent income from street vending and the income they earned were utilized for the satisfaction of family’s needs and wants , pay for educational expenses and in some cases, for purchase of some luxury goods like cell phones. Various problems also affect the respondents such as health, business, and personal problems in the course of street vending but definitely, street vending contributed tremendously to the family income of vendors.
Keywords: marketing, street vending, income contribution, Southern Palawan
9. Quality of Governance and Local Development: The Case of Top Nine Performing Local Government Units in the Philippines
MA. NIÑA I. ADRIANO
Baliuag University, Bulacan
ninz.adriano@gmail.com
There is a large body of literature that studies the link between good governance and development in a country level. However, only a few have exploited the same study in the local government unit (LGU) setting. This study attempts to establish the relationship between the quality of governance and the state of local development of the Top 9 Performing LGUs in the Philippines (La Union, Albay, Cavite, Ilocos Norte, Makati City Valenzuela City, Taguig City, Davao City and Angeles City) as measured by the Local Governance Performance Management System (LGPMS), the nationwide governance performance evaluation and management tool used in the Philippines. The author used longitudinal data generated by the LGPMS, particularly the state of local governance and the state of local development, to see if there is a relationship between the two variables using Spearman’s correlation coefficient. Results revealed that that there is no relationship between the quality of governance and the state of local development in the consistently top performing LGUs in the Philippines for the period 2009-2011. The findings of this study will be useful to government officials such as public administrators, LGU executives, policy makers, researchers and students of public administration in addressing the issue of good governance and local development in their respective LGUs.
Keywords: good governance, local government, governance and development, performance measurement
10. Application of Template Matching Algorithm for Dynamic Gesture Recognition of
American Sign Language Finger Spelling and Hand Gesture
Karl Caezar P. Carrera, Alvin Patrick R. Erise, Eliza Marie V. Abrena, Sharmaine Joy S. Colot, Roselito E. Tolentino
Polytechnic University of the Philippine, Santa Rosa Campus, Laguna
In this study the researchers developed a human computer interface system where the dynamic gestures on the American Sign Language can be recognized. This is another way of communicating by people who understands and do not understand American Sign Language. They proposed the application of template matching algorithm for the recognition of dynamic gestures where it is based on the number of templates per gesture, which must be taken by the user, to be trained and saved in the system. To be able to recognize the dynamic gestures three things must be considered. These are the number of templates required for the algorithm to be able to recognize the gestures, the factors in handling different hand orientation of other users, and the reliability of the system in terms of communication
Keywords – ASL, Dynamic gesture, Template Matching Algorithm
11. Human Resource Management in the Context Of Self-Concept and Its Impact
On-The-Job Performance of College Full-Time Faculty Members of De La Salle Lipa
JOSEPH ANGELOU ILAGAN NG, RN, MBA
Associate Professor, De La Salle Lipa
ngjosephangelou@yahoo.com
The level of a person’s awareness of himself can significantly improve his performance and well-being. The self-concept of employees is considered to be one of the keys to attain organizational success. Thus, the researcher of this study aimed to determine whether the self-concept of educators in De La Salle Lipa affected their job performance, with an ultimate purpose of recommending improvements in the human resource management of the institution. Eighty-four male and female full-time teachers of the institution who belonged to any of the five colleges of the institution with baccalaureate and certificate programs took part in its completion. This descriptive study utilized the theories of Dr. Myrna Pasao’s Filipino Self-Concept and Carl Rogers’ Theory of Personality. Data sheet, Pasao’s self-concept scale, De La Salle Lipa’s performance evaluation and professionalism checklists for faculty were used to gather data. Frequency, percentage, mean and Pearson-product Moment Correlation were the statistical tools utilized.
Findings showed that majority of the respondents belonged to early adulthood, were females, faculty members of the College of Education, Arts and Sciences and served the institution for five years and below. The age and the college where the respondents belonged were generally associated with self-concept. No significant relationship existed between self-concept and job performance, although significant associations between self worth, as a factor of self-concept, and job performance were identified. The findings suggested that the profiles of the respondents significantly related to self-concept. As self-worth was determined to significantly relate to job performance, a need for a more aggressive strategy for identifying the employees’ present self-concept and self-esteem and consequently improving them was raised.
Keywords: human resource management, self-concept, job performance
12. SUPERVISORS’ PERCEPTION OF PNAC/SPCP/WPU EDUCATION GRADUATES’ WORK ATTITUDE AND PERFORMANCE
JULIE HOPE TIMOTEA P. EVINA and Ofelia A. Luarez
Western Philippines University, Aborlan, Palawan
jhtpevina@yahoo.com
The study determined the work attitude and performance of PNAC/SPCP/WPU education graduates hired as teachers in the Department of Education Aborlan District.
The respondents of the study were the school heads in the public elementary and high schools in Aborlan where the education graduates teach. A three-part survey questionnaire was used in gathering data.
Results revealed that almost all of the education graduates were perceived by their school heads to have positive work attitude .They were claimed to be good teachers and teach well their assigned subjects. They were observed to have the initiative to do assigned tasks, commitment and dedication to work, patience and concern for the learners, and flexibility and adaptability to varied situations. They were observed to be easy to manage and accept corrections and suggestions positively. They were also observed to have good working relations with their co-workers, parents, and the community.
Many of the education graduates were observed by their school heads to value punctuality in coming to classes, submitting reports, and returning students’ exam papers. They were claimed to be organized, did assigned tasks effectively and efficiently, performed job well with minimal supervision, and had the willingness to accept additional work or assignment and to work beyond office hours.
As teachers, many of them were claimed to be easily trained on the job and to adapt to and learn new trends in education. They were effective in teaching slow learners, treat students fairly and justly, and manage classes effectively. Many of them were said to be careful in keeping records, had minimal errors in their written reports. They had the tendency to work best under pressure and did not sacrifice their work over pleasure. They prioritized their work over other thing.They were considered to be assets to their schools because they were responsible and dependable, resourceful, talented and had leadership potentials.
Meanwhile, only few of the education graduates were observed by their supervisors to have negative work attitude like dislike for challenges, lack of patience and concern for learners, poor work relations, dependence on others, laziness, and dishonesty. Few were also complained by parents and/or students for being unfair and unjust to students and would complain when given other assignments. Only few of them would leave stations or get absent without permission.
Although in general the education graduates of PNAC/SPCP/WPU are considered good teachers possessing desirable work attitude, the school heads observed that the graduates of the 80’s and 90’s had better, more positive work attitude than the graduates at present.
The overall work performance of these education graduates in terms classroom management, mastery of the subject matter/content, teaching strategies, and communication skills were rated “very satisfactory” by their school heads.
Keywords: work attitude, work performance, perception
13. STRESS MANAGEMENT OF PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN PUERTO PRINCESA DISTRICT I
Bebelyn A. Gabo and JULIE HOPE TIMOTEA P. EVINA
Western Philippines University, Aborlan, Palawan
jhtpevina@yahoo.com
The study was conducted to determine the stress management of elementary school teachers in Puerto Princesa District I.
Descriptive research method, specifically survey method, was used in the study. A total of 159 regular permanent and local school board funded teachers were randomly selected to serve as respondents of the study. These teachers were mostly married, middle aged females who had been in the teaching profession for a mean of 14.2 years as Elementary Grade Teacher I.
Personal related sources of stress such as financial burdens, too many things to do at once, making important decisions about future career for upgrading teaching competence, not enough leisure time, not enough time to sleep, and time management worries were considered distinctly part of the respondents’ lives. Other perceived sources of stress such as work, family, environment, and others were considered slightly part of the respondents’ lives. The level of perceived stress of the respondents was moderate.
Respondents who engage in income generating activities are also stressed by distributing orders/items, collecting payments for delivered or sold items, and meeting deadlines of payments for purchased goods.
Teachers reduced their stress by reaching out their family members and friends, engaging in some relaxation activities such as watching TV, listening to music, and eating. They also engaged in praying and attend mass or church service to reduce stress.
Married teachers have higher level of stress than single ones. Female teachers are more tolerant to stress than the males. Younger teachers experience higher level of stress than the older teachers.
Age, gender and number of teaching load had a significant relationship with the perceived stress while civil status, educational attainment , designation, number of years in teaching and class size had no significant relationship with the level of perceived stress.
Keywords: stress, sources of stress, level of stress, stress management
14. A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Analysis on the Lived Experiences of De La Salle Lipa Education Graduates of Batch 2014
JOSE C. MACATANGAY
De La Salle Lipa, Lipa City, Batangas Philippines
jose.macatangay@dlsl.edu.ph
The first year of teaching is the deciding factor whether a new teacher will embrace this noble profession or quit at the end of the school year. No matter how equipped a beginning teacher is, challenges arise especially in the first few months of being in the battleground called classroom. It is therefore important that the lived experiences of new teachers be studied in order to improve the experiential learning courses of undergraduate students. Using a hermeneutic phenomenological design, this study aims to explore on the meaning of lived experiences of De La Salle Lipa graduates batch 2014 employed in various schools within and outside the province of Batangas. Specifically, the study aims to identify knowledge, skills and attitudes related to teaching considered important by the participants; interpret the challenges encountered by the participants in their first month of teaching; examine the strategies they employ in solving classroom related concerns; differentiate the experiences of being a student teacher and a real classroom teacher and offer some suggestions to the department on what it can do to help future teachers succeed in their first year of teaching. Following Lichtman’s (2006) six-step process of Codes, Categories and Concepts, key themes related to teaching are expected to emerge from the study. Results will be important in enhancing current practices in teaching pedagogy courses and in designing interventions necessary for curriculum improvement.
Keywords: hermeneutic phenomenological analysis, lived experiences, DLSL education graduates
15. A Board of Comparative Study of Central Secondary Education (CBSE) and Board of Secondry Education Madhya Pradesh BHOPAL (BSEMPB) Hindi Text Books of Class-VI
Dr. Shri Krishna Mishra, Prof. Badri Yadav
shreekrishnamishra@gmail.com , badriyadav9@gmail.com
Principal, 2Professor, Shri Kanwartara Institute for Teachers Training, Shri Nagar Colony, Mandleshwar, Tehsil-Maheshwarm, Dist.Khargone (M.P.), India 451221
Proficient persons should be involved in formulation of the structure of the textbooks so that the topics selected in the Hindi textbooks for Class VII should contribute towards linguistic and literary development of the child and the language of the textbook matches the comprehension level of the student. The topics of tile textbooks should provide good illustrations and suitable exercises. Topics of variety of taste can be included in the textbook to satisfy the inquisitive children.
There could be abstracts/hints at the beginning of each lesson. Meanings for difficult words must be given at the end of each topic for convenience of the parents and children as most of them find it difficult and time consuming to use Hindi dictionary. Exercises should be relevant covering the whole topic and the difficulty level should match the maturity level of the students in respect of CBSE Board. The stitching and binding of CBSE prescribed books may be improved to increase durability
Keywords: Comparative Study of CBSE and BSEMPB, Comparative Study of Central Secondary Education and Board of Secondary Education( M.P.) BHOPAL
16. An Emerging Framework for Pre-service Teachers at the Brink of the 21st Century ICT-Based Teaching
DEXTER M. BALAJADIA, PH.D.
Dean, College of Education, University of the Assumption City of San Fernando (Pampanga)
The framework was engineered to guide teacher education institutions (TEIs) in preparing and equipping pre-service teachers to become environmentally responsive to the competencies, skills, practices, and attitudes of 21st century ICT-based teaching.
Using the descriptive-survey-correlative research, this study generally aimed at assessing how ready are pre-service teachers on the use of ICT – based instruction toward drafting an academic framework. It specifically tried to investigate on the following: (1) perceived attitudes of pre-service teachers towards using ICT-based instruction; (2) perceptions on their readiness to carry out ICT-based instruction; (3) their observed technological practices in enhancing themselves to be ICT-based teachers; (4) the extent of relationship between the pre-service teachers’ levels of knowledge of the content of the Educational Technology Curricula and their (a) perceived attitudes, (b) readiness, and (c) observed technological practices; and (5) problems and difficulties in ICT-based teaching met by new basic education teachers in the schools.
They were found to be generally practical users in dealing with their academic tasks. Communication and extraction of salient concepts through the internet were the most prevalent. However, synthesizing on such ideas was not significantly demonstrated, hence, meta-cognitive skills were imperative. On the other hand, participating basic education teachers provided the necessary inputs that were instrumental to the inclusion of the needed competencies for professional teachers entering the portals of the 21st century basic education schools.
Keywords: ICT, pre-service teachers, educational technology, teacher development
17. Development Theories in Poverty Reduction Policies of Selected Asian Nations
Ma. Filipinas H. Bana
Instructor, Ateneo de Naga University, Ph.D. Student, Philippine Women’s University
pinesbana@yahoo.com
In the present context of a highly uneven world, the course taken by development is subject to the material and cultural visions of different societies; and the methods and purposes of development are subject to popular, democratic decision making (Peet, 2009). Thisworking paper aimed to determine the development theories that provide backbone to the policies, projects and programs of selected Asian nations represented in the KIHASA International Workshop 2012. It also aimed to synthesize the challenges that are being encountered by these nations in their path towards poverty reduction. This paper utilized the Descriptive-Qualitative method. Eight (8) articles onpoverty reduction policies were content-analyzed using Textual Analysis for Data Transformation. The results of the study revealed that the Development Theories that frame the poverty reduction of selected nations in Asia are the following: Modernization Theory, Basic Needs Theory, Sustainable Development, Human Development Theory and Dependency Theory; andthe challenges in poverty reduction that are being experienced by the selected nations are: 1.) Linking poverty decline to actual experience 2.) Development and planning for societal and environmental issues; 3.) Making resources available; 4.) Improving government execution and implementation of poverty-reduction policies; and 5.) Provision of economic opportunities.
Keywords: Development, Development Theories, Poverty Reduction, Asian Studies
18. Integration of Technology-Driven Teaching Strategies for Enhancing Photojournalism Course
Bernardo E. Bay Jr., MAELS
College of Education, Arts and Sciences, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
bernardbay25@yahoo.com
This study examined the technology-driven teaching strategies used in Photojournalism course in Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas. Specifically, it determined the frequency of use, the effectiveness and the problems encountered by the students during the execution of the strategies used. The participants of the study were the twenty-seven (27) officially enrolled AB Mass Communication students in Photojournalism class during the 1st Semester of SY 2012-2013. The data were analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics using Pearson-Product Moment Correlation. The results of the study indicated that the effectiveness of the technology-driven teaching strategies depends on how frequently they are used in the class, while effectiveness is not affected by the problems encountered during the entire course.
Keywords: Technology-driven teaching strategies, photojournalism, student learning
19. Choosing the Qualities of Student Leaders: A Matching of Student Voting Preference and Election Results as a Basis for Policy Formulation
Noel M. Capulong
City College of Calamba
The qualities of student-leaders especially in the 21st century cannot be underrated. The ability to influence individuals in the context of boundless territories and worldwide integration is of paramount importance to education. Research has revealed that the crux of student leadership in this century is on achieving the right pace and qualities in the changing landscape of borderless society. Choosing the qualities of leaders helps the administrators and students come up with a collaborative policy formulation in the attainment of institutional mission and goals.
The research utilized the descriptive methods basedon the qualitative key informant interview, focus group discussions and documentary research approach to choose the qualities of student leaders among the City College of Calamba students. It also surveyed the perceptions of student council leaders from the different schools of Calamba. The student voting preference was matched with the results of Student Council election. The results obtained were then recorded and later compared with the results of the interview with the experts in the field of educational leadership.
Keywords: student-leaders, perception, leadership, policy
20. The Implementation of Adopt-A-School Program in the Division of Calamba City: Basis for the Proposed Legislative Action
TEODORA M. CAPULONG
City College of Calamba
Partnership among the different stakeholders in the educational institution is an important aspect that must be developed and enriched in order to address the needs of the different educational institutions in the country. One way to do this is through the implementation of the Adopt-A-School Program Act (RA 8525). This study assessed the implementation of the Adopt-A-School Program in the Division of Calamba City which served as a springboard for the formulation of a legislative action calling for the improvement of the existing law.
The study used the descriptive form of study using face and content validated survey questionnaires. The research locale of the study focused on all secondary schools in the Division of Calamba City which are implementing the Adopt-A-School Program. The respondents of the study are grouped into three namely the administrators/teachers, PTCA officers, and the adopting private entities. The statistical treatment utilized were frequency, percentage, weighted mean, ranking, analysis of variance, t-test of significant difference, and correlation ratio.
Based on the findings of the study, a legislative proposal was submitted to the appropriate committees in the House of Representatives.
Keywords: Adopt-A-School, Descriptive, Partnership, Law
Monina Agnes-Equina
College of Business and Management, Western Philippines University, Puerto Princesa City
moninaequia@yahoo.com
This study dealt on the typology of tourist inbounds visiting Puerto Princesa City their motivation and satisfaction. Frequency and percentage were used to describe the profile and travel behavior of the respondents. Weighted mean was used to convert the qualitative data into quantitative one. The study revealed that the respondents were males, singles, high school graduates, and had a mean age of 42 years old.
Tourist took less than three months to plan their visit of the City and higher number of them stayed for 5 to 6 days but on the average they stayed for four days. Majority of the tourist were couples most of them got the information about the Puerto Princesa City through the internet , Their visit to the city was more of leisure. There was manifested in their desire to visit new places rather than places that they had visited , experiences something new , and got away from everyday life.
Tourists were somewhat satisfied with their reasons for visiting the sites which were specially there in widening their personal culture having opportunity for relaxation, and discovering new place and search for fun and pleasure.
The places which tourist appreciated most were sabang, El nido percent and Puerto princesa City. During the tourist visit in the city of Puerto Princesa, they did not encounter any problem and concerns particularly in terms of good sanitations and cleanliness, accommodation in hotels, lodging houses, restaurant and services of being services and costly good and services.
Keywords: city tourism, foreign tourist, inbound tourist, motivation in visiting the site
22. The Reading Profile of The Grade IV Pupils of Jose Rizal Memorial School(S.Y. 2013-2014): A Basis for a Reading Program
Minariza Marual- Gillaco
City College of Calamba
minariza_gillaco@yahoo.com
The main purpose of this study was to determine the reading profile of all Jose Rizal Memorial School Grade IV pupils enrolled during the S.Y. 2013-2014 through their word recognition and reading comprehension which was the basis in designing a reading program.
The data on word recognition was observed through pronunciation and oral reading speed using the Dolch’s Basic sight words while the reading comprehension was through answering questions right after their silent reading but slow in reading speed
Based on the standard set by the Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (PHIL-IRI), the respondents were with mastery in reading the basic sight words; only few miscues were identified
In terms of reading comprehension, majority of the respondents were considered under the instructional level which means that they would still benefit from further reading instructions since they are not pupils who refuse or withdraw themselves to read. They can read with assistance and with proper guidance and soon are expected to be independent readers.
Based on the gathered data, the reading profile of the respondents were determined which served as the basis for the proposed reading program.
The reading program is comprised of four sections : (1)Theme/ Content which is composed of the unit number, theme, description, values, content and reading selections to be exposed to the pupils (2) Reading Teaching Approaches which includes the approaches to be used by the teachers or even the parents in teaching reading to the pupils. (3) Teaching Materials which includes the teaching reading materials to be prepared by the teacher in using the reading program (4) Assessment which includes the objectives and the non-objective tests to measure the progress of the child in reading.
Keywords: Reading profile, comprehension, content, reading techniques, PHIL-IRI
23. SCALE ON ATTITUDE TOWARDS MATHEMATICS (SATM)
IVEE GUCE, Joy Talens
College of Education, Arts and Sciences, De La Salle Lipa, Lipa City, Philippines
iveeguce@yahoo.com, jydlpn@yahoo.com
Filipino students commonly see mathematics as a difficult subject in school. Results of national achievement tests for several years support these findings that Filipino students are poor in mathematics. As social beings with personal beliefs, emotions and views, students’ attitudes should be considered in the learning process. Their motivation to learn plays an important role for them to achieve. To verify this scenario, an instrument scale on attitudes toward mathematics among Filipinos has been developed. Although numerous of them abound, not even one of the existing instruments emphasized the four factors such as liking and disliking mathematics, tendency to engage in or avoid mathematics activities, belief that one is good or bad in mathematics and belief that mathematics is useful or useless. This study is on the development of a new instrument suited for Filipinos to measure students’ attitude towards mathematics and to determine the underlying dimensions of the instrument by examining the responses of 249 students. The Scale on Attitudes Toward Mathematics among Filipino college students can be recommended for use in the investigation of students’ attitudes towards mathematics. With the development of this scale, teachers and researchers will realize that success or failure in math performance is greatly determined by personal beliefs.
Keywords: attitudes, mathematics, Filipino college students
24. Using Model, Cover, Copy, Compare, a Token Economy Program, and Discrete Trail Match to Sample Training for Teaching Functional Life Skills for a 13-Year-Old Middle School Student with Moderate Disabilities
Katherine J. Hoot, T. F. McLaughlin, K. Mark Derby, Mary “Polly” Dolliver, Rebecca Johnson
Gonzaga University and Spokane Public Schools
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of model, cover, copy, compare (MCCC), token system, and match to sample for teaching basic functional life skills with a middle age single student with disabilities. MCCC is a student-managed strategy that teaches discrete skills through errorless correction. Match to sample is another strategy that teaches how to identify and discriminate based on a visual representation of the identical information. The effectiveness of MCCC and match to sample was evaluated using a multiple baseline design. The results indicated that MCCC and match to sample was effective in teaching a single middle age school student with disabilities his name, phone number, home address, and emergency contact name and phone number. Maintenance of the basic functional life skills was also found; except for the emergency contact name. However, even if maintenance was not conducted on the final set, emergency phone number was maintained; this is attributed to the length of teaching sessions on the final set. The MCCC and match to sample interventions were both easy to implement and employ in the special education middle school classroom.
Keywords: model, token system, functional life skills, middle school student, health impairments, multiple baseline design
25. Familiarity and Understanding of Chemical Hazard Warning Signs Among Select College Students of De La Salle Lipa
VIVIENNE RHEA S. PADURA, Bernardo C. Lunar, Ma. Cristina Francesca T. Dimaculangan
De La Salle Lipa, Batangas, Philippines
doughn2@yahoo.com
Laboratory classes have become crucial parts of teaching science subjects. Most of the laboratories in natural science fields widely use chemicals of different types and hazard levels. Using descriptive-evaluative method of research, the study was carried out to assess students’ familiarity and comprehension of chemical hazard warning signs. Data were collected from randomly selected 150 student respondents enrolled in Chemistry Laboratory Classes during the second semester of SY 2012-2013. A structured questionnaire was used for the data collection. The collected data were analyzed using simple quantitative analysis. The results of the study revealed that the majority of the respondents were familiar with hazard signs of laboratory chemicals. After getting information on their level of awareness about potential hazards of laboratory chemicals, the respondents were also requested to match chemical properties with the corresponding labels or pictograms. The results indicate that familiarity and understanding of hazard warning signs is low among the students. It also surveyed the preferred labelling technique which revealed that majority favoured the use of both colors and signs. An action plan was drafted as an output of the study aimed at putting forward corrective measures to address the laboratory related problems identified in the study.
Keywords: hazards, pictograms
26. GOVERNANCE AND LEADERSHIP OF THE PALAO’AN TRIBE OF PALAWAN, PHILIPPINES
David R. Perez
Western Philippines University, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
daveperez2004@yahoo.com
This study dealt with the governance and leadership of the Palao’anTribe of Palawan. The respondents of the study were the 115 tribal leaders who assumed leadership in their community.
This study employed historical, descriptive, quantitative and qualitative researches.The study revealed that almost all of the respondents are pure-blooded palao’an, males, married, elementary level, farming as the basic source of living and ages 60 to 65 years old. They were selected foremost by means of hereditary attribute. The criteria in selecting leader was the knowledge of customary law, prove his worth, integrity and have strong sense of justice, professed the value of being equal and fair, respect for the deity and in showing pride to being a Palao’an.
The function of the Palao’anTribal Leaders along executive, legislative, judiciary and religious were to maintained traditional law, mediates/settles conflicts or problems, resolves and hears cases, resolves family problems, help community rites and practices, maintained customs and traditions and have high respect on their deity, god and elders.
KEYWORDS: PALAO’AN TRIBAL LEADERS, PALAO’AN, LEADERSHIP, GOVERNANCE
27. THE EPISTEMOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT FOR BUNDLED COURSES IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
MARIA LINDA D. PIO, Enrico S. Omiles, Rizaldy E. Teñido
marialinda.pio@smcl.edu.ph, omilesenrico@gmail.com, Rizaldy.Tenido@smcl.edu.ph
The study was conducted to explore the epistemological aspects found in the curriculum, teaching, learning and practice of Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) bundled courses at the Institute of Hospitality Management and Allied Courses in the College. It utilized both quantitative and qualitative methods. Available documents on TESDA training and practices were gathered and analyzed for curriculum objectives, implementation strategies and teaching methods. Survey questionnaires were developed and self administered to different key stakeholders including learners and educators. Focus group discussions for learners and educators were likewise conducted.
The results revealed that various epistemological aspects were applied during the development of the bundled courses which will lead to acquisition of various types of knowledge. The bundled courses have been developed to come up with one to two year education that would look like a College degree. The qualification is composed of three areas: the Basic, which covers the general education; the Common, which are topics similar to related qualifications or qualifications belonging to the same area; and the Core, which covers the skill development for each qualification. The bundled courses answer the need for technical vocational education in the grades 10, 11 and 12 with National Certification at the end of each qualification.
Keywords: Bundled Course; Epistemological Aspects; TESDA; Curriculum Development
28. Enhancing higher order thinking skills in a marine biology class through problem-based learning
RICHARD M. MAGSINO
Biology Department, College of Education Arts and Sciences, De La Salle Lipa
Lipa City, Batangas, Philippines
richard.magsino@dlsl.edu.ph
The purpose of this research was to examine students’ perspectives of their learning in marine biology in the collaborative group context of Problem-based Learning (PBL). Students’ higher order thinking skills (HOTS) using PBL involves the development of their logical thinking and reasoning abilities which stimulates their curiosity and associative thinking. This study aimed to investigate how critical thinking skills, particularly analysis, synthesis and evaluation were enhanced in a marine biology class through PBL. Qualitative research approach was used to examine student responses in a questionnaire involving 10 open-ended questions that target students’ HOTS on a problem presented in a marine biology class for BS Biology students. Using axial coding as a qualitative data analysis technique by which grounded theory can be performed, the study was able to determine how students manifest their higher reasoning abilities when confronted with a marine biology situation. Results show student responses yielding affirmative remarks on the ten questions intended to know their level of analysis (e.g., analyzing, classifying, inferring, discriminating and relating or connecting), synthesis (e.g., synthesizing and collaborating), and evaluation (e.g., comparing, criticizing, and convincing) of information from the presented marine biology problem. Consequently, students were able to effectively design experiments to address the presented issue through problem-based learning. Results of the study show that PBL is an efficient instructional strategy embedded within a conventional curriculum used to develop or enhance critical thinking in marine biology.
Keywords: Marine Biology, Problem-based learning, higher order thinking
29. HONING SCIENCE AND LANGUAGE SKILLS THROUGH THE USE OF “ZOO-COMBO”: AN INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL ASSESSMENT
CATHERINE M. PRECIOSO, Bernardo C. Lunar, Edmerson B. Geronimo
catherine.precioso@yahoo.com
De La Salle Lipa, J.P. Laurel Hi-Way, Mataas na Lupa Lipa City
A lecture note and laboratory manual were tailored to the students of De La Salle and was used as instructional material in General Zoology Lecture and Laboratory courses. The ZOO-COMBO employs the inquiry- based instruction through the 5 E’s of science lesson: Engage, Explore, Explain, Extend and Evaluate. The descriptive method of research was used in the study to determine the efficacy of the use of the instructional material in honing science and language skills among the respondents and its relationship to the grade of the students. Results showed that the use of the Study Partner in General Zoology had been contributory to the enhancement of the language and science skills of the students. The use of the “ZOO-COMBO” had honed the process, reasoning and the critical thinking skills of the students as well as the reading and writing skills. A significant contribution is in the development of the critical thinking skills in science and the reading and writing skills in the language area. The process skills and the critical thinking skills developed were also found to have significant contribution to the final grade of the students in General Zoology.
Keywords: science skills, language skills, instructional material, Zoology
30. Awareness and Perception of Housewives in Selected Municipalities of Palawan Regarding R.A. 9262 (Anti-Violence against Women and their Children Act of 2004)
DR. CECILIA S. SANTIAGO & Prof. Esperanza B. Aya
Western Philippines University, Aborlan, Palawan
cls_santiago@yahoo.com
This study was conducted to determine the level of awareness and perception of housewives in selected municipalities of Palawan regarding R.A. 9262. Specifically, it aimed to (1) determine the demographic characteristics of the respondents; (2) identify the level of awareness of housewives regarding R.A. 9262; and (3) find out their perception regarding the Act.
Seven municipalities which include Aborlan, Narra, Brooke’s Point, Quezon, Rizal, Bataraza and El Nido were the study sites. One hundred women from each municipality were purposely selected that served as respondents with a total of 700. Those considered were married, with husband at present and who has children. The survey questionnaire which was translated in Filipino was composed of two parts. Part one was about the demographic characteristics of the respondents while part two dealt on statements about acts of violence against women & their children as stated in RA 9262 that determined the level of awareness & perception on the provisions of the said Republic Act.
Results revealed that the mean age of the respondents was 38.39 years old and the mean number of children was 3.63. In addition, most of the respondents were plain housewives has 3-4 children, high school graduates and within the PhP 5,000.00 and below bracket of monthly income.
With regards to the level of awareness, majority of the respondents were moderately aware of the provisions of R.A. 9262. As to the perception of the respondents, they strongly agree that the provisions or statements are considered acts of violence against women and their children.
Based on the results of the study, an Action Plan will be proposed which will focus on the enhancement of the housewives’ awareness regarding R.A. 9262 to provide information and make them fully aware of the provisions of the republic act and be safe from domestic violence.
Keywords: perception, awareness, anti-violence, housewife, children
31. Happiness, Leisure and Tourism vs Household Budget in Iran
DR. MOHAMMAD TAGHI SHEYKHI
Professor of Sociology, Department of Social Science Alzahra University, Tehran, IRAN
mtshykhi@yahoo.com
The paper aims to explore how happiness, leisure and tourism play role in modern life, and how they are related to household budget. While in the past household budget was totally allotted to the necessities of food, clothing and shelter, nowadays, some portion of the household budget needs to be allotted to leisure and tourism activities leading to happiness. While in the West it is done so, in the developing countries, there is still a long way to go, to achieve that goal. However, tourism has become a popular global happiness and leisure activity. As reported, in 2011, there were over 983 million international tourist arrivals worldwide (UNTWO, 2012).
Tourism as a way to happiness is important and vital in some cases. It brings large amount of income in payment for goods and services available. The present paper partly investigates happiness, leisure and tourism in Tehran, Iran through assessing household budget. In that, 623 households were empirically studied to find out happiness, leisure and tourism vs household budget in Iran.
Keywords: Happiness, Leisure& Tourism. Household Budget. Consumption. Expenditure, Quality of Life
32. Strengthening Students’ Understanding of Environmental Concepts Through Fan – Based Art – Making (Cosplay)
JOY D. TALENS, Ph.D.
College of Education, Arts and Sciences, De La Salle Lipa, Lipa City, Philippines
jydlpn@yahoo.com
Environmental Science is one of the General Education subjects being offered by any higher education institutions in the Philippines. All students intending to finish a four – degree course should enroll and pass this subject to make them knowledgeable of basic ecological concepts that govern the environment. One approach to transfer knowledge among learners is through transformative learning were students are required to demonstrate what they have learned through performance task or product particularly in the form of fan – based art making like costume play (Cosplay). Thus, this study aimed at investigating students’ experiences regarding fan – based art – making particularly Cosplay or costume play to strengthen their understanding of environmental concepts. Qualitative research approach was adopted in the study among three sections of college students enrolled in the course Environmental Science. The data of the present study were gathered through a questionnaire that included 7 open – ended questions. The data of the research were gathered in First Sester at the 2012 – 2013 academic years and were analyzed through descriptive analyses. It was found out that students’ understanding of 4R (reuse, refuse, reduce, recycle), preservation, management and conservation of the environment were strengthened as they enjoyed and appreciated their preparation, participation and presentation in different ways. Cosplay is a strategy that combines ecology and art to motivate the cosplayers and fans or spectators to closely relate and interpret such portrayal to increase understanding of the environment.
Keywords: fan – based – art making, Cosplay, environmental concepts
33. DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION OF SURVEY INSTRUMENT ON ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS’ READINESS TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY MANGROVE REHABILITATION PROGRAMS
JOY D. TALENS, Marisol A. Laguardia
Science Area, Biology Department, College of Education, Arts, and Sciences
jydlpn@yahoo.com, myra_laguardia@yahoo.com
This study aimed at developing and validating survey instrument on academic institutions’ readiness to support community mangrove rehabilitation which can be used to determine the readiness of the academic institutions to support community mangrove rehabilitation programs which is valid and reliable. Likewise, there is no such instrument developed yet to assess the readiness of various academic institutions to involve in mangrove rehabilitation considering that effort toward restoring lost mangroves in the Philippines has been commendably immense. This study followed four steps in establishing the validity and reliability of the instrument such as defining constructs and content domain ; generating and judging measurement items ; designing and conducting studies to develop scale ; and, finalizing the scale. The data of the research were gathered in 2011 – 2012 and 2012 – 2013 academic years and were analyzed through confirmatory factor analysis. If this instrument will be utilized, it is expected that before administrators, faculty members and students engage themselves in this activity their readiness level will first be determined. Thus, intervention or orientation will be dome first to ensure proper management of mangrove forests. Programs concerning mangrove rehabilitation and management that involves participation of academic institutions can be formulated based on the results of the assessment using this instrument.
Keywords: community mangrove, rehabilitation
34. Task Force Haiyan: Community-based Disaster Response of Adventist University of the Philippines (AUP) to Typhoon
ASER NEPH TORRES, Greg Lagarile, FhebieDiaoyan, JervenFlorece, NatividadEstapon, Robert Borromeo and Francisco D. Gayoba
Adventist University of the Philippines
aser142003@yahoo.com
This project was created in response to the life-threatening and basic need of typhoon victims “Haiyan” in Tacloban.Three AUP task force groups were created to address this need which comprised volunteer doctors, nurses, university faculty and students. The groups were led and sponsored by AUP in collaboration with North Philippine Union Conference (NPUC), Pasay City Health Department, Philippine Coast Guard, and local government and non-government leaders. The relief goods such as hygiene and first aid kit, a pail of gift-pack and cash from various donors such as Green Cross Incorporated were distributed. The transportation was sponsored by 2GO Travel, Inc. There was an unpleasant situation being observed in the three barangays visited namely Danao, Palo, and Imelda. Sources of living were washed out due to the intensity of the storm. Houses, schools, infrastructures, and churches were heavily damaged. Dead bodies were scattered around. The team also visited the Leyte Regional Prison with 1,205 inmates and the groups found out that prisoners have skin diseases due to lack of potable water. There were hundred cases of deaths among inmates due to this problem. In response, the team brought gallons of drinking water for their week consumption. Around 200 orphans were given toys, fruits, and hygiene kit. Games and debriefing activities were conducted. The response of AUP to this calamity addressed the urgent needs of the typhoon victims. Long term programs must be implemented to restore their quality of life.
Keywords: Task force Haiyan, community-based disaster response, typhoon, quality of life
35. Socio-cultural, Economic and Environmental Effects of Tourism Industry in Maniwaya Island, Sta. Cruz, Marinduque
Dr. DIOSDADO P. ZULUETA, Homer L. Montejo, Ed. D.
Marinduque State College
dodi.zulueta@yahoo.com
Maniwaya Island is one of the inhabited islands in the province of Marinduque. It is surrounded with white sand beaches and pristine waters good for boating, swimming, snorkeling and fishing, activities much like by tourists. The local governments of Sta. Cruz and that of Marinduque planned to boost the tourism in the province as source of revenues and income for its residents, thus one of these areas for tourism activities is the Island of Maniwaya. The island has 359 households, wherein 22 households from its five sitios were selected. This study aimed to identify the effects of tourism in the island’s sociocultural, economic and environmental aspects. The head of each household was considered as the respondents. The respondents were requested to rate what changes they have observed and experienced in the island. The benchmark criteria for each category were rated by the respondents starting from 1 to 5 e.g. very poor (1),poor (2), fair (3), good (4) and very good (5). Findings of the study revealed that with regard to sociocultural effects, the result of the survey obtained an over-all rating of 3.04 which is fair. And In terms of economic aspect, the result of the survey obtained an over-all rating of 2.88 which is also fair. Finally, with regard to environmental aspects, the result of the survey obtained an over-all rating of 2.26, which means poor. The fair ratings obtained in majority of the criteria is related to the fact that the industry in the island is still new or still young, which started only in 2009. Thus, majority of the households never felt yet the problems and benefits that it can bring to the community and to the environment as well.
Keywords: economic aspects, environmental aspects, Maniwaya Island, tourism industry, socio-cultural aspects
36. Waste Management Practices of Residents along Coastal Areas in Atimonan, Quezon, Philippines
Dr. DIOSDADO P. ZULUETA, Dr. Homer L. Montejo
Marinduque State College, Quezonian Educational College, Inc., Atimonan, Quezon
School of Advanced Education,
Marinduque State College
dodi.zulueta@yahoo.com
This study focuses on the waste management of selected barangays along coastal areas in the Municipality of Atimonan, Province of Quezon. The respondents include two hundred and ten residents living along its coastal areas who are randomly selected. The researcher used the quantitative methods of research employing the descriptive-normative approach aided by survey questionnaire and unstructured interviews. The data gathered are tabulated and interpreted using Likert Scale.
The findings of the study revealed that Barangay Ordinances and Laws is the waste management practice mostly followed by most residents along the coastal areas of Atimonan, Quezon and that plastic is the most common waste generated by most households in the said area. Furthermore the data gathered showed that colds and fever are the most common diseases the residents encounter along the coastal areas.
Finally, the researcher offered several interventions that would help the local government units especially that of Atimonan, Quezon in doing some extension programs together with the academe in increasing awareness and providing some technical knowhow for the people in coastal waste management practices.
Keywords: Awareness, Coastal Zone, Waste Management, Atimonan, Quezon
37. Greening the Hotel Operations: Puerto Princesa Experience
JOSEFINA S. VIERNES
College of Business and Management, Western Philippines University, Puerto Princesa city
joji_sviernes@yahoo.com
The study was conducted to assess the extent of implementation of green practices in the housekeeping and food and beverage department among standard hotels in Puerto Princesa City with respect to solid waste management, water conservation and energy utilization.
The descriptive design was utilized in this research. Respondents of this study were the supervisors and staff of the Housekeeping and Food and Beverage Department of the 13 standard hotels in Puerto Princesa City. Using total enumeration, 52 hoteliers were asked to answer the survey questionnaire to be able to come up with data needed in the study.
Frequency counts, percentages, means and Analysis of Variance were used to interpret and analyze the data gathered.
The extent of implementation of the respondents’ green practices pertaining to solid waste management obtained the highest mean for both the housekeeping department and food and beverage department.
Using one way analysis of variance (ANOVA), the responses revealed that there is no significant difference in the extent of implementation of green practices in all the three categories that were studied within all the hotels. However, a significant difference between hotels was found out when it comes to the extent of implementation of green practices for all the three categories.
Keywords: Green Practices, Puerto Princesa City, Housekeeping Department, Food and Beverage Department
38. Theological and Doctrinal Terms Articulated in Filipino Language:
A Pedagogical Approach in Religious Studies
MICHAEL M. RAMOS
De La Salle Lipa
mykramos1517@gmail.com
In the effort to communicate the gospel values in the context of the Filipino and in its native language is to bring out an authentic inculturation, it ensures not only the relevancy of the gospel but also the clarity of the message to the receptor culture. By articulating theology, Filipinos will able to form consciousness, thought, and understanding of their faith in their own cultural way. The more we can communicate and express our faith through our native language, the more that our feeling becomes intensified, deepened, and sharpened. And because of deepened feeling and willing, Filipino Christians can actualize what their Christian faith requires them to do. Hence, the objective to make theology more understandable to Filipino Christians, teaching theology using the dynamic equivalence of Theological and doctrinal terms in Filipino language in the classroom setting can be an important tool in learning where individuals can encounter and enhance further their understanding of their faith. This will give Catholic students to communicate, express, think, and discuss their faith in their own native language so as to live the faith they professed and to live by it in their own cultural way.
Keywords: Inculturation, Vernacular, Theology, Articulated Theology, Indigenous Categories.
39. Communication Climate and Job Satisfaction of Faculty Members at Cavite State University –Naic
LEAH C. NAVARRO
Faculty member of Cavite State University- Naic, Cavite
The purpose of the study is determine whether communication climate and job satisfaction are independent from one another as perceived by the faculty members of Cavite State University – Naic . Specifically, it determined the level of faculty members’ communication satisfaction in relation to the following variables, communication, information, relationships, communication channels; to determine the level of faculty members’ job satisfaction at Cavite State University- Naic and to test if communication climate is independent from job satisfaction. The researcher used the descriptive research design. Qualitative and quantitative techniques were utilized in this study. The data for this study was gathered through the use of communication satisfaction and job diagnostic survey questionnaires.
Results revealed that Job satisfaction and communication climate are not independent. It means that Communication climate is related to job satisfaction, employees with positive satisfaction on communication climate are satisfied on their job. Therefore, establishing and maintaining a healthy and positive communication climate are very vital in creating and maintaining job satisfaction.
Key words: Job Satisfaction, Communication, Communication Channel, Communication Climate
40. Mediating Effects of Personal Attributes and Perceived Usefulness of Mathematics on the Predictors of Pupils’ Mathematics Performance
RUFINA P. FRANCISCO, Jolly S. Balila, Edwin A. Balila,
Jocelyn P. Mercado and Florvilla P. Marticio
Adventist University of the Philippines
francisco_rufina@yahoo.com.ph
One of the most difficult problems faced by teachers in the elementary level is how to stimulate the interest of pupils in mathematics in order for them to perform better in this subject. The poor performance of pupils in mathematics led the researcher to determine the mediating effects of personal attributes and perceived usefulness of mathematics on the relationship of teachers’ classroom management styles, parental academic involvement and mathematics performance. Self-constructed questionnaires were used among 528 randomly selected grade six pupils in Central Luzon. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used through Analysis of Moment Structure (AMOS) to generate the mathematics performance model. Results revealed that personal attributes have significant relationship with teachers’ classroom management styles but not significant with parental academic involvement. Self-concept, math anxiety, usefulness of mathematics, gender, and educational attainment of parents are significant predictors of mathematics performance. Personal attributes and perceived usefulness of mathematics mediates significantly to classroom teachers’ classroom management styles and mathematics performance. They also mediate the relationship between parental academic involvement and mathematics performance. In the light of these findings, recommendations to teaching, learning, and research were discussed.
Keywords: personal attributes perceived usefulness of mathematics, classroom management styles, parental academic involvement, mathematics achievement
41. Knowledge and Attitude toward Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) and Compliance to Mass Drug Administration (MDA) among Households in Two Rural Barangays
Ryan Michael F. Oducado
West Visayas State University, La Paz, Iloilo City, Philippines
The Department of Health’s National Filariasis Elimination Program (NFEP) objective to decrease prevalence rate of lymphatic filariasis (LF) among endemic provinces in the Philippines to less than 1 per 1000 population primarily depends on the annual mass drug administration (MDA) of diethylcarbamazine (DEC) and albendazole for a period five years.
In view of scaling up compliance, this descriptive relational study was conducted to determine the knowledge and attitude toward LF and compliance to MDA among households in two rural barangays in Libacao, Aklan. The respondents of this study were taken using a stratified, systematic random sampling technique that included the 187 eligible household heads who received the two-drug combination during the second treatment round (TR) in 2011.
The results of this study revealed that most respondents were “highly” knowledgeable about LF and their major sources of information about LF and MDA were the barangay health workers (BHWs) and other interpersonal means, while the knowledge level of the respondents was found to be “high”. A little over half of the household heads exhibited “favorable” attitude toward LF. Among those who were covered, only two thirds of the respondents who received the tablets had complied with MDA and the percentage was below the 85 percent national standard. The most common reasons for noncompliance were forgetfulness and fear of the side effects of drugs. Moreover, there were also a few who experienced side effects to MDA tablets but these were mild and manageable.
There was a significant relationship between poverty status and knowledge about LF. Employment status was also significantly related to attitude toward LF’s disease process and its management. Age, sex, civil status, educational attainment, employment status, poverty status, knowledge about LF and attitude toward the disease were not significantly associated with MDA compliance. Furthermore, no significant relationship was found between the respondents’ knowledge about LF and their attitude toward it.
Finding further revealed that there was a significant difference in the knowledge about LF between the respondents in the two selected barangays. No significant difference was found in their attitude toward LF. Moreover, while there were more respondents who complied with MDA in barangay Rosal, no statistical significant difference was found in the household heads’ compliance to MDA.
Keywords: Lymphatic Filariasis, Mass Drug Administration, diethylcarbamazine
42. Infection Control in the Use of Urethral Catheters: Knowledge and Practices of Nurses In A Private Hospital in Iloilo City
MARK LISTER F. OPINA
RYAN MICHAEL F. ODUCADO
West Visayas State University, La Paz, Iloilo City, Philippines
This study was conducted to determine the relationship between the level of knowledge and practices of nurses on infection control in the use of urethral catheters in a private hospital in Iloilo City. This study also attempted to determine whether the level of knowledge and practices of the nurses are associated with selected personal characteristics such as age, sex, civil status, educational attainment, employment status, area of assignment and length of service. Complete enumeration was used in the study. All nurses who were assigned in units where catheter insertions were done, and who were able to do urethral catheter insertions for the past 30 days were included in the study. A total of 30 nurses participated as respondents.
Results showed that the nurse-respondents had low level of knowledge and poor infection control practices in the use of urethral catheters. The nurses’ knowledge on infection control in the use of urethral catheters was somehow influenced by their age, sex, civil status, educational attainment, employment status, area of assignment, and length of service. Moreover, infection control practices of nurses in the use of urethral catheters was somehow influenced by their personal characteristics such as age, sex, educational attainment, employment status, area of assignment, and length of service but not by their civil status. The nurses’ level of knowledge had a bearing on their practices on infection control in the use of urethral catheters.
Keywords: Infection Control Urethral Catheters, Nurses
43. Predictors of Academic Performance in Professional Nursing Courses in a Private Nursing School in Kalibo, Aklan
Ryan Michael F. Oducado and Ayesha C. Penuela
West Visayas State University, La Paz, Iloilo City, Philippines
Many efforts have been made to define an array of factors related to what determines students’ board exam performance, but few studies were conducted in the Philippines as to what can predict academic performance of nursing students. This descriptive correlation study was an attempt to increase understanding of the academic and non-academic attributes of academic performance in professional nursing courses. Correlations among overall performance in professional nursing courses and sex, monthly income, type of high school attended, residence, High school GPA, NAT ratings, grades in English content courses, Math content courses, Science content courses were computed for the 60 students of Batch 2013 of Saint Gabriel College with complete records from the school registrar. The secondary data obtained were statistically analyzed with the use of the weighted mean, Chi square, Pearson r and regression analysis. Type of school attended, and all academic factors were correlated with academic performance in professional nursing courses. Multiple linear regression analysis revealed performance in English and Science courses as predictors of respondents’ academic performance in professional nursing courses. This study concluded that academic factors are better predictors of academic performance in professional nursing courses. The challenge for the colleges and schools is to develop strategies aimed at addressing these factors that are appropriate to specific contexts and student cohorts.
Keywords: Academic Performance, Professional Nursing
44. Health-promoting Behaviors and Quality of Life of Filipino Older Persons
Dr. Grace Belo and Marky S. Legaspi, RN
College of Nursing, West Visayas State University, La Paz, Iloilo City, Philippines
This study aimed to find out the level of health-promoting behaviors and quality of life of older persons in Iloilo City. This descriptive-correlation study; conducted from January to February2014; employed a one-shot survey design. The over-all health promoting behavior of older persons in Iloilo City was low. It appears that the frequency that they engage in health promoting lifestyles was inadequate to promote health. This may be due to the interplay of factors that may have affected the older persons’ knowledge about a healthy lifestyle and the consequences of unhealthy practices, and access and utilization of health services. The mean scores on the HPLP II subscales seem to imply that the older persons had healthy eating habits and good nutrition practices. However, there is a need to modify their lifestyles to improve self-awareness and spiritual growth, identify stressors and manage them appropriately, assume own health responsibilities, and communicate and have better interpersonal relationships with their families and friends. Moreover, they need to engage in regular physical exercise
Keywords: Health, Behavior, Elderly, lifestyle
45. The Influences to Consumer Buying Behavior and Product and Service Qualities as Loyalty Antecedents at Selected Fast Food Chain Restaurants in Tanauan City, Batangas: A Basis for the Development of Marketing Program
Mabel O. Lopez
Batangas State University – Malvar Campus, Malvar, Batangas
mojuvs@gmail.com
This study was focused on the influences to consumer buying behavior and product and service qualities as loyalty antecedents at selected fast food chain restaurants in Tanauan City, Batangas. The data were analyzed using statistical tools. The assessment of the customers on the influences to consumer buying behavior, assessment on product and service qualities and the likelihood the customers to show loyalty were identified while the relationship between influences, product and service qualities and customer loyalty were tested.
Findings revealed that marketing influences the consumer buying behavior, while situational, psychological and socio-cultural influences are moderately influential. Also, customers perceived that product and service qualities are highly manifested on the three selected fast food chain restaurants in Tanauan City, Batangas. Furthermore, psychological influences has a small correlation to customer loyalty, however, situational, socio-cultural, and marketing influences as well as product and service qualities have very small correlations. There is a need for proposed marketing program for the fast food chain restaurants investigated.
The researcher suggested making their products stand out, becoming the low-cost leader for their food product segment, placing the store in a strategic location and deciding what their selling model looks like. Also, the researcher encouraged the fast food restaurant management to use market segmentation, to improve their product and service qualities through effective customer relationship management, to provide a solid foundation for creating customer loyalty and to consider implementing the proposed marketing programs.
Keywords: Consumer Buying Behavior, Service Qualities, Loyalty Antecedent, Fats Food Chain, Tanauan City
46. Meta Analisis sa Pagsusuri ng Maiikling Kuwento sa mga Tesis At Disertasyon
REGINA I. CUIZON
J.H. Cerilles State College
Mati, San Miguel, Zambaonga del Sur, Phil.
redzcuizon@yahoo.com
Ang anumang mga pagbabago na makikita sa mundo ay bunga ng pananaliksik. Ang meta-analisis ay isa sa mga bunga ng pag-aaral na ginagamit sa kasalukuyan bilang paraan o teknik upang makita at malaman pa ang mga nagsulputang informasyon. Susuriing muli ang mga dati-rati pinag-aralan na mga tesis at disertasyon. Ito’y isang kritikal at sistematikong pagsusuri at pamumuna sa istruktura ng mga pag-aaral. Maging gabay sa mga gradwadong paaralan at sa mga sumusulat ng tesis at disertasyon sa pagpili ng paksa pag-aaralan.
Ang pangunahing layunin ng pag-aaral ay matiyak ang mga pamamaraan sa pagsusuri ng maiikling kwento ng mga tesis at disertasyong nagawa mula sa mga piling SUCs. Ginamit ang desinyong kwalitatibo – kontent analisis sa pagsusuri ng: 1. kaanyuan ayon sa suliranin, metodolohiya, paglalahad at interpretasyon ng mga datos, natuklasan, konklusyon, at rekomendasyon; 2. kahinatnan ayon sa pagkatulad, pagkakaiba at kabuluhan; 3. Emerging” kategoriya at tema.
Napag-alaman na ang karaniwang pinag-aralan ay, 30% kahalagahang pangkatauhan, 20% larawang-diwa ng mga kababaihan at 10% a gramatikang aspeto. 80% desinyong kwalitatibo at 20% kwantitatibo-kwalitatibo sa paraang paglikom ng datos 60% diretsahang pagsusuri, 30% talatanungan at 10% tseklis. Sa paraan ng pag-analisa 90% kontent/ dokumentari analisis at 10% gramatikal analisis.
Sa mga natuklasan, nabuo ang konklusyon na may apat na konsepto: elemento, kahalagahang pangkatauhan, larawang diwa at gramatikal na aspeto. Magkakaiba ang metodolohiya, desinyo, paraan ng paglikom at pag-analisa ng mga datos, at paraan sa, pagkalahad. Iminungkahi ang modelong banghay-aralin na ipagamit sa klase bilang karagdagang kagamitan sa pagtuturo ng mga akdang pampanitkan.
Keywords: Meta analisis, kaanyuan, kahinatnan, emerging
47. Teachers’ Multicultural Awareness of the School Environment: Basis for a Proposed Multicultural Awareness Enhancement Program for Teachers
MR. NORIEL C. NAVITA
De La Salle Lipa
ncnavita_27@yahoo.com
This study was undertaken to assess teachers’ multicultural awareness of the school environment in terms of the following: curriculum and instruction; professional development, competence and school policies; school climate; and views on the diversity in school. This study also aimed to know if there is a significant difference on the perception of teachers’ multicultural awareness when grouped according to gender, educational attainment, position, rank, age and community.
The researcher employed the mixed-method design in research. Quantitative research was used by giving survey sheets and using statistical treatments like the weighted mean, t-test of independent sample and one-way ANOVA. Qualitative research was employed through the Focused Group Discussion facilitated by the researcher to a group of teachers.
Results showed that the teachers’ multicultural awareness to school environment are observed; and there is no significant difference on the multicultural awareness of the teachers based on curriculum and instruction, professional development, competence and school policies, school climate and views on the diversity of culture in school when grouped according to gender, educational attainment and position. However, when grouped according to rank, probationary teachers and junior teachers have higher multicultural awareness compared to senior teachers and master teachers in terms of school climate. The data also revealed that younger teachers have higher multicultural awareness than seasoned teachers in terms of professional development, competence and school policies, and school climate.
After knowing the results, a program enhancement for the multicultural awareness of teachers was developed.
Keywords: multicultural awareness, school environment, enhancement program, curriculum, instruction, professional development, competence, school policies, school climate, school diversity.
48. Transforming an Exposure Trip into a Botanical Expedition: Introducing Ecological Research through an Eco-tourism Site Visit
Bernardo C. Lunar
Biology Department and Science Area, College of Education, Arts and Sciences
De La Salle Lipa
Field trips can be considered as one of the three avenues through which science can be taught – through formal classroom teaching, practical work and field trips. An exposure trip at Bangkong Kahoy Valley Field Study Center was arranged for a class of BS Biology and BS Education students enrolled in Ecology Course. This approach purposefully transformed the usual exposure trip from being a casual site visit into a focused and productive learning experience. This transformation from exposure trip to a botanical expedition has exceeded the initial activity goals. Rather than a day off from learning, the time spent at the study center has been a meaningful opportunity to engage students in an active ecological research project while delivering valuable science content. Employing the descriptive survey design, the learning gains of the students were assessed and students were directed to do a guided reflection writing using the ORID Model of Focused Conversation. The learning gains and reflections of the students confirmed that students can collaboratively develop focused research questions, make meaning from a variety of sources, carry out a vegetation analysis and conduct surveys on socio-economic status, plant resource utilization and ecotourism assessment of the host community. As students prepared for their trip and synthesized their learning afterward, they were able to come up with very impressive and scientifically sound research outputs.
Keywords: exposure trip, ecological research, ecology, ecotourism, botanical expedition
49. Job and Life Satisfaction of Faculty Members and Staff of a Private School in CALABARZON: Basis for Professional Development
Bernardo C. Lunar
Biology Department- Science Area & Education Department, College of Education, Arts and Sciences, De La Salle Lipa, Batangas
The study looked at the levels of job and life satisfaction at the work place of the members of the Tertiary School Faculty and Staff Association in a private school in CALABARZON. The general purpose of the TSFSA is to effect and bring to the fullest a harmonious, professional, and humane relationship among all its members and partners in education and office services, in the promotion of its foundational and fundamental aims of human development, in extending needed assistance to its members, in insuring a healthy and just working environment, and in serving as effective role model for students to whom they render professional services. The aim of the study is to define the determinants for job satisfaction and to investigate the relationship between job and life satisfaction. Survey was conducted to solicit the levels of job and life satisfaction of the respondents. It made use of the results of correlation. After data-analysis, the following conclusions were drawn: members are least satisfied with the operating condition, pay and fringe benefits; members are satisfied with nature of work, co-worker, supervision and communication; Members have relatively high life satisfaction; and significant relationship of job and life satisfaction is evident in terms of pay, promotion, fringe benefits, contingent rewards and communication. The output which is an action plan based on the findings was put forward as reference for future directions of the association.
Key words: faculty association, life satisfaction, job satisfaction, job performance
50. Teaching Physical Science Concepts through Fan – Based Art Making (POP Music): Teachers and Students’ Experiences
JOY D. TALENS, Ph.D
jydlpn@yahoo.com
College of Education, Arts and Sciences, De La Salle Lipa, Batangas
Richard M. Magsino
richardmagsino@gmail.com
College of Education, Arts and Sciences, De La Salle Lipa, Batangas
Joseph Angelou I. Ng
College of Education, Arts and Sciences, De La Salle Lipa, Batangas
Physical Science is one of the subjects being offered by any higher education institutions in the Philippines. It covers topics in Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Geology and Meteorology. One strategy to strengthen these concepts among non – Science majors is through fan – based art – making specifically popular music. This is evident as each of the ten sections enrolled in this subject during the Second Semester of Academic Year 2012 – 2013, De La Salle Lipa were required to impersonate the popular artist or artists assigned to them, choose a song and change its lyrics based on what they learned in the subject, create a music video and perform live on stage. Considering that many adolescents are interested in this endeavor, this paper looked into teachers and students’ experiences that combined art and science. Descriptive method of research particularly participatory action research was used. Treatment of data was done through axial coding. Based on the findings, concepts that governed physical phenomena were strengthened as both teachers and students enjoyed and appreciated everyone’s preparation, participation and presentation. Students had recommended that this activity be integrated as one of the requirements in the subject. Likewise, mechanics for implementing such activity had been established as a guide to make this activity more meaningful.
Keywords: Physical Science, Science concepts, participatory action research, De La Salle Lipa
51. Knowledge, Attitude and Practices on Oral Health of Public School Children of Batangas City
Jennifer U. Dotado-Maderazo, DDM, MAEd.
Jona Jocylen Viavian Beloso-delos Reyes, DDM
LPU College of Dentistry
Dental caries among Filipino children ranked second worst among 21 World Health Organization Western Pacific countries. A recent National Oral Health Survey showed that 97 percent of Grade 1 students and 82 percent of Grade 2 students surveyed suffered from tooth decay. WHO( 2007) , urges governments to “ promote oral health in schools, aiming at developing healthy lifestyles and self care practices in children”. The study assessed the dental health education of public school children in Batangas City to determine the knowledge, attitude and practices of the respondents on oral health; to determine the significant relationship between the profile of the respondents and their assessment on the dental health education and propose a program to improve the project. This study used a descriptive type of research and distributed a standardized questionnaire to 279 public school children of Ilijan, Sta. Rita Kalsada and Julian Pastor Memorial Elementary School. The participants were selected randomly. The findings of the study showed that there is an observed significant to highly significant relationship between the school and the assessment on oral health in terms of knowledge, attitude and practices. This means that their assessment is affected by the school where they belong.
Keywords: dental health education, oral health, dental caries
52. Attitudes and Behavior of Freshman Students in English Language Teaching
ROMEL M. ACERON
Batangas State University-Malvar Campus
In the case of Batangas State University, it is observed that most freshman students are poor in English language with regards to grammar in the four language skills namely: writing, speaking, listening, and reading. Specifically, they are not good in comprehension, understanding, reasoning, and analysis because students lack the confidence in expressing themselves in straight English and possess limited knowledge and ideas regarding the use of the English language in the classroom. The descriptive method was used in this study with 270 freshman students as respondents. The questionnaires, documentary analysis, focus group discussion, and interview were used as the data gathering instruments.
In the four English language skills, the study revealed that the student-respondents sometimes understood, felt, and ready about the subject matters such as morphology, phonology, grammar and usage, and mechanics and composition writing. With this, college students taking English language course must be well-motivated to understand, and must have readiness to perform the activities entail in the course areas.
Keyword: Attitude and Behavior, English Language Teaching, Students’ Language Skills
53. The Impact of Multiple Intelligences on the Performance of Pre-Service Teachers and Encountered Difficulties in World Literature: A Basis for the Development of a Module
RICHARD M. BAÑEZ
Batangas State University – JPLPC Campus
unsunghero25@yahoo.com
This study determined the impact of Multiple Intelligences on the academic performance of the pre-service teachers at Batangas State University – Malvar Campus and their encountered difficulties in studying World Literature with an end goal of developing a module. Specifically, it dealt with the following: the respondents’ multiple-intelligences; their performance level in World Literature; the extent of relationship between the respondents’ multiple intelligences and their academic performance in the mentioned course; the extent of difficulties encountered by the respondents in different areas of learning competencies in World Literature; and the multimodal module which can be developed in the course.
By employing the correlation-survey type of descriptive research and using the Multiple Intelligences Developmental Assessment Scales and a questionnaire, the researcher found that the pre-service teachers had moderate verbal, interpersonal, and musical intelligences while they exhibited strong logical, intrapersonal, visual, kinesthetic, naturalistic, and existential intelligences which aid them to perform satisfactorily in the course World Literature.
The results of the study also revealed that there were very small positive correlations existed in most of the pre-service teachers’ multiple intelligences profile when paired to their academic performance in World Literature. However, a small correlation was found when their logical intelligence profile was paired with their academic performance in mentioned course. In addition, the respondents deemed that the learning competencies on the psychomotor domain in studying World Literature difficult meanwhile they considered those in cognitive and the affective domains as slightly difficult.
Keywords: Multiple Intelligence, Pre-service teachers, World Literature
54. Dayalektal na Diversidad ng Wikang Subanen
Sa Zamboanga Peninsula
Dr. Julieta Cruz- Cebrero
cebrerojulieta@yahoo.com
JH Cerilles State College, Mati, San Miguel, Zamboangadel Sur
Sumasailalim ang wika sa pagbabago kung kaya’t nagiging diversipikado ito. Isinagawa ang pag-aaral upang malaman ang linggwistiko ng pagkakaiba ng mga dayalektong Subanen na ginagamit sa dalawang lalawigan – ang Zamboanga del Sur at ang Zamboanga del Norte sa rehiyon ng Zamboanga Peninsula (Region 9). Mga katawagang cultural ang kinolekta bilang lunsaran. Pamaraang indehinus nina Santiago at Enriquez ang ginamit sa pangongolekta ng datos. Gamitang kwalitatibong disenyo at pamaraang diskriptibo sa pagsusuri ng mga datos.
Sa pagsusuri sa mga katangiang istruktural ng wikang Subanen na isang indehinus na wikang ginagamit sa Lapuyan, Zamboanga del Sur at Sindangan, Zamboanga del Norte, natukoy ang varyasyong linggwistikal nito maging ang pagkakatulad ng unit higit ang pagkakaiba particular sa ponolohiya.
Mga susing salita: Subanen, katawagangkultural, dayalektal, diversipikado, indehinus
55. Proposed Management Plan for Strengthening the Implementation of the Experiential Learning Courses in Compliance with the National Competency-Based Teacher Standards at
Batangas State University
Rubilyn Marcellana Latido, Ph.D
Batangas State University
This study aimed to assess the level of preparedness in and acceptance of the Experiential Learning Courses (ELC) implementation among the College of Teacher Education (CTE) faculty in compliance with the National Competency-Based Teacher Standards (NCBTS). Moreover, it also focused on the assessment of the three groups of respondents namely, the school heads, the cooperating teachers and the BatStateU graduates on the ELC implementation along the seven domains of the NCBTS with the end view of formulating a proposed management plan to strengthen its implementation at Batangas State University. The study employed the descriptive method of research.
It was found out that the CTE faculty members were fully prepared on the ELC implementation in compliance to the NCBTS and acceptance of the ELC implementation by the CTE faculty was high.
The assessments of the three groups of respondents on the ELC implementation considering the seven domains of the NCBTS were all interpreted as high. Moreover, the test of hypothesis revealed significant difference in the assessment of the school heads, cooperating teachers and employed graduates on the implementation of the ELC in compliance to the seven domains of the NCBTS. Strengths in the ELC implementation were on the domains of Social Regard for Learning, Personal Growth and Professional Development and the Learning Environment domains while the weaknesses were in implementation of ELC in the domains of Community Linkages and Planning, Assessing and Reporting.
The proposed management plan was conceptualized to strengthen the ELC implementation based on the seven domains of the NCBTS. The management plan consists of activities such as conduct of research forum, communication with community officials, school heads and cooperating teachers, information dissemination by the CTE organizations, conduct of action research for learning difficulties, conduct of seminars and utilization of community resources.
Keywords: Experiential Learning Courses, National Competency-Based Teacher Standards
56. Financial Performance and Corporate Social Responsibility of Power Plant Companies in the CALABARZON toward Enhanced
Business Education Curriculum
LALAINE V. MANALO, DBA
First Asia Institute of Technology & Humanities
lvmanalo@firstasia.edu.ph
The field of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become a notable topic both in the business and academic press. With this research, it is hoped that a deeper sense of social responsibility will be developed particularly among students until such time when the entire country will bring about a better business environment. The study determined if there is a significant relationship between the performance of companies in its corporate social responsibility practices and financial performance.
The study made use of the descriptive method of research. It utilized the research triangulation technique, which includes a structured questionnaire supplemented by documentary analysis and responses from unstructured interviews as well as a focus group discussion made in one of the host communities of the power plants under study.
Overall findings revealed that power plant companies adequately provide and implement their CSR practices towards employees and members of the community. On the other hand, overall assessment showed that managers, employees and suppliers rated the CSR practices towards suppliers as very adequate and highly implemented.
Moreover, findings revealed that there are no significant differences between the responses of employees, managers and suppliers on the level of adequacy and extent of implementation of CSR practices towards employees and suppliers. However, a significant difference resulted on responses made by employees, managers and members of the community on both the level of adequacy and extent of implementation of CSR practices towards community.
Results also showed a significant relationship between the level of the adequacy of the CSR practices as well as the extent of implementation to financial performance. It was evident that the CSR practices towards the community and financial performance are predictors in the implementation of power plant’s CSR performance.
Keywords:Corporate Social Responsibility, Financial Performance, Business Curriculum Enhancement, Adequacy & Extent of Implementation, CSR Practices, Stakeholders
57. Varyasyong Ponolohikal ng Wikang Mandaya sa Ilang Munisipalidad ng Davao Oriental
Raymund M. Pasion
Asst. Professor,Davao Oriental State College of Science and Technology
Mati City, Davao Oriental
raypasion@yahoo.com
Layunin nitong tuklasin ang varyasyong ponolohikal ng Wikang Mandaya sa Caraga, Manay, Baganga, at Cateel ng Davao Oriental, sa pamamagitan ng paglilikom at pagtatala ng mga terminong cultural na pangkabuhayan — pagsasaka, pangangaso, pangingisda at paghahayupan, batay sa Indigenous Knowledge System and Practices at pagsasalin sa The Swadesh Word List ni Morris Swadesh.
Sinikap sagutin sa pag-aaralang mga suliraning: (1) Anong varyasyon ang makikita sa mga terminong cultural na pangkabuhayan ng Mandaya sa apat na mga lugar batay sa aspektong ponolohiya? (2) Anong linggwistikal na katangian ang makikita sa wikang Mandaya na kaiba sa wikang Filipino batay pa rin sa aspektong ponolohiya?
Disenyong kwalitatibo, metodong indehinus at deskriptibo, gayundin ang kombinasyong purposive at snow-ball sampling ang ginamit sa pag-aaral.
Natuklasan sa pag-aaral na may varyasyon ang wikang Mandaya sa apat na munisipalidad. Batay sa ponolohikal, karaniwang nawawala ang tunog /h/ sa mga salitang makikita sa Caraga at Manay kaysa sa Baganga at Cateel. Samantala, nananatiliang tunog /ǝ/ at ponemang /l~l/ sa Caraga at Manay, unti-unti itong nawawala sa Baganga at hindi na ito naririnig sa mga salita sa Cateel.
Sa pangkalahatan, dahil sa paktor na heograpikal, sikolohikal at sosyolohikal na nagaganap sa wikang Mandaya, hindi maiiwasang magkaroon ng varyasyon sa ponolohikal na aspekto nito.
Mga Susing-Salita: Mandaya, Ponolohikal, Terminong Kultural, Varyasyon, Wika
58. Green Business Practices of Hotels In Northern Batangas, Philippines: Inputs For Sustainability Program
MILANO O. TORRES
First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities, Tanauan City, Batangas
motorres@firstasia.edu.ph
Sharida Aira H. Villapando
University of the Philippines-Los Baños, College, Los Baños, Laguna
This descriptive study on sustainability diagnosed green business practices of six (6) participating hospitality establishments in Northern Batangas Province, Philippines. It surveyed eighty (80) hotel employees in the housekeeping and kitchen departments using a modified questionnaire based on Best Environmental Practices (BEP) for hotels. Four (4) areas were examined for this undertaking namely water conservation, energy efficiency, solid waste minimization and environmental purchasing. Frequency, percentage, arithmetic mean, z-test, and F-test are used in the study. Results showed that employees often perform green practices in the areas of their work and that there is a significant difference on practices among employees when grouped according to profile. It is apparent that hotel employees appreciate greening activities and tend to be environmentally responsible. Furthermore, the green practices of hospitality establishments seem to be congruent with that of the BEP. In this light, green practices of these organizations can be translated as proactive programs pre-requisite to structuring sustainability activities.
Key words – Green hotel, green practices, best environmental practices, sustainability
59. Integrating Graphic Organizers in Facilitating Learning Chemistry
MILANO O. TORRES, Rebecca C.N. España, Antriman V. Orleans
First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities, Tanauan, Philippines
Philippine Normal University, Ayala Blvd, Manila, Philippines
The study was intended to facilitate learning chemistry through the integration of graphic organizers (GOs). This study specifically determined the attitude toward chemistry and achievement of two groups of students under study. The study indicated that there is a significant difference between attitude toward chemistry of students in the experimental group before and after the experiment. The result of students’ perception about GO, as teaching strategy and approach to teaching chemistry, indicated the rationale in this undertaking. All presentations used by the teacher in the class incorporating graphic organizers in identified formats such web diagram, flowchart-concept map, Venn diagram and pictorial graphics obtained a good and very good perception. Performance, on the other hand, indicated ultimate measure of GO’s effectiveness in facilitating learning. This analysis implied that the experimental group performed significantly better than their counterparts in the control group with adjusted means scores of 47.45 and 39.11, respectively. Facilitating learning chemistry can be made through integrating graphic organizers. GO-based presentation solicited and indicated positive attitude from the students. Hence, the use of graphic organizers effect changes in behavioural dimensions of learning content for the better. GOs as conditioners can make students perform well and may seem to improve their attitude toward learning. GO is apparently indicating success as critical index of learning. It is recommended that GO be used by teachers to improve attitude and achievement of students.
Keywords: Facilitating learning, graphic organizers, visual learning, attitude toward chemistry, student performance.
60. VARIATIONS OF SORSOGON DIALECTS AS MOTHER TONGUE-BASED MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION IN GRADE SCHOOL MATHEMATICS
Ryan V. Dio
09285763017, dioryan@yahoocom
Michael John A. Jamora
09183325189, mjjamora@yahoocom
Sorsogon State College, Sorsogon City
(056)211-1869,sorsogonstatecollege.edu.ph@gmail.com
Philippines
One of the salient features in the implementation of K to 12 curricula in the Philippines is the use of the Mother tongue or lingua franca of the area as the medium of instruction from kindergarten to Grade 3 which brought significant effects to the Mathematics classroom situation. Sorsogon province with fourteen municipalities and one city has several local languages that vary from district to municipalities.
This descriptive–comparative study using survey-questionnaire and unstructured interview was conducted to describe, illustrate and compare dialects in the Province of Sorsogon as Mother Tongue-Based (MTB) medium of instruction in grade school Mathematics. A stratified sampling technique was utilized in determining the representative area for each of the identified four language varieties existing in the province such as Masbate Sorsogon dialect, Bikol Sorsogon, Waray Sorsogon, and Miraya Sorsogon dialect.
Findings revealed that variations in the mathematical terms of Sorsogon dialects within and between the representative areas include lexical and orthographical variations as used by the respondent grades 1 and 2 teachers of the identified four dialects. On the other hand, syntactic variations are visible in the mathematical statements as translated by the respondents in their own dialect. The difficulty of translating technical terms in mathematics and insufficient MTB-based instructional materials are the top problems met by the grade school teachers. A translation dictionary was developed as ready reference that could be validated and be utilized by the grade school teachers in the sample area of the study.
Keywords: Variation, Sorsogon, dialect, instruction, mathematics
61. The Hospitality Management Programs of Batangas State University System: A Case Study
Jessie S. Leong, Ph. D.
Batangas State University – Malvar Campus
Hospitality Management programs included the International Practicum Training Program as reflective of the University’s philosophy, vision and mission and responsively address the program objectives. Records revealed that most of the faculty members were bachelor degree holders; specialized in HRM and related fields. HRM program was adequate and effective in terms of curriculum and instruction and student services; library and learning resources was somewhat adequate and moderately effective and had somewhat adequate physical plant, facilities, and laboratories. Faculty prioritized only instruction function and was not able to undertake any research work; had qualified designated dean, academic officers, and faculty; and had support from administration.
Using ANOVA, no significant differences existed at 0.05 level of probability in the assessments of the stakeholders as to adequacy of curriculum and instruction, and library and learning resources meanwhile did not differ as to effectiveness. However, significant differences were noted on adequacy of student services and physical plant, facilities and laboratories.
The stakeholders assessed the management tasks and support practices, student competency development practices and faculty development practices were carried out to a great extent.
Multi Regression Analysis revealed that curriculum and instruction as to effectiveness was the only area which found to meet the requirements of the hospitality management education. The student competency development and management tasks and support were the practices that appeared to satisfy the requirements.
The management strategies to be pursued must highlight the activities for faculty development and for upgrading the research and extension services and the physical plant, facilities and laboratories.
Keywords: Hospitality Management, Curriculum, Instruction, Student Services
62. Pagtalunton sa mga Sinaunang Di-materyal na Kultura ng mga B’laan sa Brgy. Pisan, Kabacan, Cotabato Mula sa Kanilang Kwentong Bayan
NELIA ORPIANO-DU
johnelguafa@gmail.com, sexynhels@yahoo.com.ph
Nilayon ng pag-aaral na lumikom ng kwentong bayan ng mga B’laan sa Brgy. Pisan, Kabacan, North Cotabato at taluntunin ang di-materyal na kulturang nanatili at nalulusaw.
Sa pagbibigay katuparan sa layunin, nasagot ang mga sumusunod na katanungan: (1) Anong mga di-materyal na kultura ang maaaring pagkakakilanlan ng mga B’laan ang masasalamin sa kanilang mga kwentong bayan? Paano ipinakita ang mga ito sa kanilang mga kwentong bayan at kasaysayan? (4) Anong mga di-materyal na kultura ng mga B’laan ang nananatili sa kasalukuyan? Ano-ano naman ang mga nalulusaw? Ano ang mga posibleng dahilan sa pagkalusaw ng mga ito? (5) Ano ang mga posibleng epekto sa pagkalusaw ng mga materyal at di-materyal na kultura ng mga B’laan sa kanilang grupo?
Saklaw ng pag-aaral na ito ang mga kwentong bayan na inuri ayon sa alamat, mito, salaysayin at pabula na kasasalaminan ng materyal at di-materyal na kultura ng mga B’laan na nakatira sa Brgy.Pisan,Kabakan,Cotabato. Kwalitatibong disenyo ng pananaliksik ang ginamit sa pag-aaral at sinuri ang mga datos sa pamamagitan ng deskriptibong pamaraan partikular ang content analisis. Pamaraang indihenus o pangkatutubo ang pamaraang ginamit.
Natuklasan na may iba’t ibang kwentong bayan sa genre na alamat na etiolohikal, mito, salaysayin, at pabula ang mga Blaan; may iba’t ibang di-materyal na kultura ang masasalamin sa mga kwentong bayan ng B’laan. May ilang di-materyal na kultura ng mga B’laan ang nananatili at nalulusaw. Pakikisalamuha sa ibang indibidwal na kabilang sa ibang tribo ang posibleng dahilan ng pagkalusaw ng ibang kultura ng mga Blaan. Dahil sa pagkalusaw ng ibang kultura, nabuo ang panibagong identidad ng mga B’laan bilang kabuuan at epekto ng kanilang mga karanasan kasama na dito ang pakikipamuhay sa iba-ibang tribo at ang kanilang paglalakbay.
Ayon sa pananaliksik, ang mga kwentong bayan ng B’laan ay kasasalaminan ng kanilang materyal at di-materyal na kultura. May ilang materyal at di-materyal na kultura ng mga B’laan ang nanatili at nalulusaw. Ang pandarayuhan ng mga B’laan ay nakaapekto sa pagbabago o pagkalusaw ng ilang kultura. Ang pagkalusaw sa kultura ng mga B’laan ay nakapagdulot ng pagkabuo ng kanilang panibagong identidad.
Mga Susing-Salita: B’laan, Kwentong Bayan, Materyal at Di-materyal na Kultura, P/Filipinolohiya at Araling Kultural
63. NON – SCIENCE MAJORS’ ATTITUDES TOWARDS MATHEMATICS
IVEE GUCE, Ph. D.
Faculty, Mathematics Department
College of Education, Arts and Sciences
De La Salle Lipa
Joy Talens, Ph. D.
Faculty, Science Area
College of Education, Arts and Sciences
De La Salle Lipa
Physical Science is one of the General Education subjects in the undergraduate level. This subject includes topics in Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Geology and Meteorology. Likewise, part of the lessons in Chemistry and Physics involve mathematical computations. Thus, non – science majors are required to analyze and solve problems. It is also understandable that non – Science majors are not inclined in mathematics that is why they pursue courses in the arts. Considering this scenario, the researchers assessed the non – science majors’ attitudes towards Mathematics using the Scale on Attitudes towards Mathematics along the following areas: liking and disliking; tendency to engage or avoid Mathematics; belief that one is good or bad in Mathematics; and belief that Mathematics is useful or useless. Descriptive survey method was employed among one hundred sixty students who are enrolled in Physical Science during the First semester of S.Y. 2014 – 2015 in De La Salle Lipa. The developed questionnaire was administered among the respondents before the discussion on Chemistry and Physics to ensure that after the assessment appropriate teaching strategy that will cater to the needs of the non – majors will be used in teaching such topics as Chemistry and Physics.
Based on the results, the researchers propose teaching strategies that will help non – majors to enhance their attitudes towards Mathematics.
Keywords:Physical Science, Attitude, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, Geology and Meteorology
64. Attrition and Retention in Higher Education Institution: A Conjoint Analysis of Consumer Behavior in Higher Education
DANILO E. AZARCON JR., Cecilio D. Gallardo, Carljohnson G. Anacin, Edna Velasco
Research & Development Center, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio City, Philippines
College of Arts & Sciences, University of the Cordilleras, Baguio City, Philippines
adani10ph@yahoo.com; bcecilio.gallardo@yahoo.com; ccarljanacin@yahoo.com;
Private higher education institutions (HEIs) have the unique characteristic of being an institution of higher learning and a business entity at the same time. As a business entity, enrollment is the lifeblood of all HEIs that supports all of its other functions. True of any business, attracting customer and retaining them are the most important aspects that determine its profitability. In the case of HEIs, this means convincing prospective students to enroll and upon entering the institution, retain them until graduation. For this reason, it is important to know what drives student’s decision to stay or leave the institution. By understanding the different factors affecting students’ attrition and retention decision, the university will be able to effectively make strategic adjustments leading to high retention rate among its clientele: the students. Using the marketing research method called Conjoint Analysis, a tool for identifying underlying preference of consumer and the trade-offs they make, the research determined the students’ decision making process related to retention and attrition. The research found that quality of education is the most important factor determining retention and attrition among students. Nevertheless, quality of faculty and increase in total fees significantly impacts students’ decision to stay or leave a university as well. Communicating and emphasizing the HEI’s excellent quality education at every level is the most important strategy that the institution can adopted.
Keywords: attrition, retention, conjoint analysis, higher education institution, consumer behavior
65. To Choose without Sacrificing Happiness: A Marxist Reading of Jose P. Laurel’s concept of Freedom and Morality
ARISTOTLE P. BALBA, Aldin L. Gonzales
De La Salle Lipa, arisbalba@yahoo.com
Significantly, ideas about freedom are not limited to the Western thinkers’ arena. In the Philippines, Jose P. Laurel has his share in intellectual discussion about freedom. In Laurel’s concept of freedom, the exercise of rights is very crucial in determining what freedom is. Laurel’s concept of freedom deals on the socio-political aspect of freedom including its implications. In one of his speeches, he equated freedom with political independence.
This paper aims to examine and analyze the concept of freedom of one the Filipino historical figure who is regarded as Filipino philosopher, Jose P. Laurel. It is interesting to analyze how a man who is considered to be the president of what is called “puppet government” views freedom. It is significant to find out how a president whose actions are defined and dictated by the Japanese authorities thinks about freedom. In addition, this paper aims to show the relationship of Laurel’s concept of freedom and his concept of morality, having righteousness as the guiding principle to individual morality.
The aim of examining and analyzing Laurel’s concept of freedom will be done through Karl Marx’s concept of freedom and morality. It will consult the different ideas and views of Marx about freedom and morality manifested in his socio-political theories.
Keywords – Laurel, Marx, Philosophy, Freedom, Morality
66. For Filipinos, For Japanese: The Significance of Some of President Jose P. Laurel’s Decisions to Philippine-Japan Relations
ARISTOTLE P. BALBA
De La Salle Lipa
arisbalba@yahoo.com
As a president of the Republic of the Philippines, Jose P. Laurel acted as a true president and primarily thought of what is best for the Philippines. It is a fact that the period of his presidency was something different but he tried his very best to balance things. He faced the pressures given by the Japanese while thinking of the rights of the Filipinos. These things were evident in his acts, speeches, messages, and statements.
This paper will present some of those decisions made by Laurel that had become significant to the Philippine-Japan relations. The decisions of Laurel were powerful during the time of his presidency. This paper will cover only the period, 1942-1945. This paper cannot cover all those significant acts and decisions done by Laurel thus the researcher will choose only those which are considered critical.
The compilation of speeches, messages and statements of Jose P. Laurel which was published by the Lyceum of the Philippines will be considered as the main reference. To further enhance the work, different books about Jose P. Laurel and other publications helpful to the study will be utilized.
The leadership characteristics of Laurel are evident in his decisions. He was always after balancing things and favoring both Japanese and Filipinos. He was a proponent of peace, an economic stabilizer and a defender of human rights.
Keywords – Laurel, Decisions, Philippines, Japan
67.FIREFLY CONSERVATION THROUGH HABITAT REHABILITATION AS A POTENTIAL ELEMENTIN ENHANCING ECOTOURISM INNOVATIONS AT KAMPUNG DEW, TAIPING, PERAK, MALAYSIA
NORELA SULAIMAN, Maimon Abdullah, Muzzneena Ahmad Mustapha, Salmah Yaakop &Mohd Nor Shahizan Ali
School of Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences
Faculty of Science and Technology
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Land use changes and prawn aquaculture ponds on both sides of the Sungai Kampung Dew river banks have threatened the community of synchronous firefly species (Pteroptyx tener) at Kampung Dew, Taiping, Perak. This in turn, has affected the ecotourism activities of firefly watching operated by the community association of Kampung Dew (KECAP) since 2010. Firefly conservation efforts at Kampung Dew have been initiated by the expert group of experienced researchers from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) through rehabilitation of the firefly habitat.The intervention programme involves replanting of the host trees of the mating fireflies, i.e. Berembang (Sonneratia cassiolaris)and teaching the local comunity to select ripe fruits, sorting the best seeds for germination in polybags containing the river sediments and caring for the growing seedlings until they reach one meter height. The villagers were also trained to transplant the Berembang seedling in cages along the eroded and degraded river banks. These community outreach activities by the UKM researchers were supported by various local stakeholders.Furthermore, to facilitate sustainable ecotourism here, the boatmen were trained to become good, well informed tour guides, fluent in the Malay language and a smattering of English. The result of regular trainings and several stakeholders’ consultations have succeeded in raising the awareness of the village community, empowering them to engage in small home-based enterprises such as operating food outlets and gift stalls at the jetty area. The increase in visitor arrivals has indirectly enhanced the income of the local community andpositively impacted the local socioeconomics.
Keywords: Firefly Conservation, Habitat Rehabilitation, Visitor Arrival, Socioeconomic.
68. Accessibility of school library: The impact it carries to the educational development of students.
Sylvia Sepeng
SepengMS@tut.ac.za
Tshwane University of Technology, PRETORIA, South Africa
There has been a great deal of debate surrounding lack of infrastructure in school but very little research has addressed the accessibility of library’s in schools. The current literature reveals that use of library’s influences student performance and libraries are a source of information for the students. They learn how to read independently and how to research information. Library’s supports school programs as well as the teaching and learning process. They serve students by providing materials to meet their various needs and encouraging reading. In urban arrears libraries are neglected, some libraries have as little as three books per student and these books are old and outdated. In absence of poverty, the quality of the school library is the best predictor of reading scores. This study investigates accessibility of school library in seven schools in Tshwane west district (D15). A quantitative research strategy to draw data was used. The findings reveal that even though we are in the 21st century, we still have students with limited access to a library, we still have schools with no libraries. Sadly many children in schools today have nearly no access to books, and no quiet and comfortable place to read.
M.S SEPENG
69. Bridging Leadership Gaps, Barriers, and Miscommunications in Organization: The Synergistic Communication Perspective
Dr. Romeo M. Barrios
Chair, Development Communication Department
Adventist University of the Philippines
Our traditional concepts of human communication have never been challenged in the past decades. Up to this day, we continue to cherish our old, worn-out ideas taught by our traditional teachers, without analyzing their relevance or applicability to our times. The issue is that many professionals who are now managers and leaders of institutions still carry such obsolete concepts. Instead of becoming empowered, dynamic, and synergistic managers, they become ineffective leaders. This study calls for a perspective change and paradigm shift inspired by Stephen Covey’s bestseller, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, focusing on Habit #6 Synergize. Synergy, according to Covey, means that “the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” And 1+1= 3 or more. Using a multi-disciplinary meta-analysis, survey, and a great deal of armchair research methods, the Synergistic Communication Theory was developed because it provided “building blocks” to a more dynamic and insightful perspectives of human communication.
The highest aim of the study is to re-tool managers and leaders with empowering and enduring principles of wholistic communication in organizations, i.e. anchored not only on scientific, empirical, and social philosophies, but on spiritual foundations, as well. RMB
Keywords: synergistic communication, paradigm shift, meta-analysis, armchair research, wholistic
70. Women Empowerment and Climate Change Adaptation in Northern Quezon
MARIA SALOME ALMARIO-DESOLOC
Assistant Professor 1- University of Rizal System Pililla, Rizal
Ph D Student -Ateneo de Manila University
msadesoloc1974@yahoo.com.ph
After being hit by a devastating typhoon in late 1994, donations coming from international sources poured. The Sisters of Sion Australia, a church-based group in Real Quezon, did not only facilitate the reconstruction of destroyed houses in the affected areas but also maximized the extra money received through establishing a non-profit women’s organization. This study focused on KUMARE Inc., the NGO that emerged in response to the need of helping people become more responsible in protecting their families against climate change. Focus group discussions and key informant interviews were conducted to provide insight on how microfinance aided in empowering women and mitigating the effects of climate change in Northern Quezon. Results showed that aside from increasing the incomes of families, women became active partners in the development and implementation of environmental projects. Their participation had not only promoted environmental awareness among their families but also got the other sectors of the community involved in their cause, particularly the local government units that included them in disaster risk management. The findings are discussed in the light of gender development, social change and partnership.
Keywords: climate change adaptation, microfinance, social enterprise development, women empowerment
71. Socio-Cultural Programs of the State Universities and Colleges in Panay: Bases of Program Enhancement
LIGAYA J. LOTILLA, Ph.D.
Coordinator, Recreational, Social & Cultural Services
University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique
ligaya.lotilla@yahoo.com
Schools are bringers of culture. As such, socio-cultural programs are integral components of schools. This qualitative study is intended to assess the socio-cultural programs of the State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) in Panay in terms of the inputs, processes involved and outputs of such programs. The significance of the study included generation of measures and policies to address problems in planning & implementation and strengthen the commitments of SUCs in the delivery of socio-cultural programs. Furthermore, it aimed to standardize the SUCs’ programs in Panay. A purposive sample and convenience sampling technique of 48 members of the academic community of the 4 SUCs was covered by the study. SUCs were determined by simple random sampling. Data were gathered through interview and focus group discussion (FGD) with review of available materials.
Consequently, the study revealed that SUCs have to improve their goals and objectives and its dissemination, policies on attendance and grades of students-participants, dissemination of the programs and activities of the socio-cultural units and the evaluation of these programs and activities. As a conclusion, SUCs must develop and disseminate their goals, objectives and programs. Systems of dissemination must be designed. Academic policy on students’ participation on these programs and activities must likewise be addressed.
Keywords: Assessment. Socio-cultural Programs. State Universities & Colleges. Program Enhancement.
72. The Charming life of Gay College Students
ROME B. MORALISTA, Ph.D.- Presenter
GABRIEL C. DELARIARTE, Ed.D.
jerlynagustar@yahoo.com
West Visayas State University-Calinog, Iloilo
Philippines
This qualitative research investigates the charming life of gay college students of West Visayas State University-Calinog Campus which is largely focused on two domains or methodologies: feminist by Roberts, Stanley, and Wise (1993) and emancipator research traditions by Robson (2002), although there are many other forms of qualitative inquiry, this article combines extensive participants observation and in-depth group/individual semi-structured interviews with nine (9) gay men college students. The result of interview and observation suggested that the Gay college students are optimistic and capable of inspiring and comforting others; the way they talk, act, see things in life, is funny ways; and strong sense of humour make them charming; the language of gays are charming as a result of their creativity. It is recommended that the problematic people who understand gays may take them as therapy; the gays funny ways may entertain others so that gays who have innate talent to make people happy laugh may join comedy bars for income and for fun. Finally, the creative gay language may enrich our language and understanding of this language may enrich knowledge and exposure to the colourful lives of gays.
Keywords: Charming Life, Gay, Feminist theory, emancipator research tradition
73. The PARABLES Approach:
A proposed format in presenting lessons in the classroom
Venicris M. Alonsozana, EdD
Religious Education Department
De La Salle University – Dasmarinas
vmalonsozana@dlsd.edu.ph
Education is always challenged to come up with creative innovations in delivering instructions in the classroom. Through American linguist George Kingsley Zipf’s “Principle of Least Effort” or also called “Zipf’s Law”, a new, simple and logical lesson presentation format is hereby introduced: the “PARABLES Approach”. An expert in communication and author Steven Kleinman traced the seemingly innate human tendency to communicate as efficiently as possible by compressing phrases into acronyms and words into abbreviated utterances (vocal sounds) and the word “PARABLE” is an acronym that will form a unique blueprint or design in presenting a lesson which will serve as an uncomplicated guide for teachers, educators, or classroom facilitators. This study endorses that in lesson presentations, the following aspects must be touched: Prayer, Aims, References, Activities, Biblical Teachings, Lesson Proper, Evaluation, and Synthesis, and taking the beginning letters of each, the word “parables” will be formed.
Keywords: Instructional Techniques, Lesson Plan
74. THE EFFECTS OF USING VIDEOS ON TEACHING SELECTED TOPICS IN PHYSICS TOWARDS THE DEVELOPMENT OF HIGHER-ORDER THINKING SKILLS (HOTS)
ROWENA D. RESURRECCION, Ph.D
Chairperson for Research, Development & Extension
Cavite State University-Silang Campus
Bgy. Biga 1, Silang, Cavite, 4118, Philippines
rdresurreccion_phd@yahoo.com
This study tried to answer the following: What are the mean scores of the experimental group and control group in the pretest in terms of HOTS: application, analysis, synthesis and evaluation? Is there a significant difference between the mean scores of the two groups in the specified HOTS? What are the mean scores of two (2) groups in the posttest in terms of HOTS: application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation? Is there a significant difference between the mean scores of both groups in the specified HOTS? What is the percentage gain in terms of HOTS based on the results of the pre and posttest in the experimental/control groups? What is the level of proficiency of both groups in terms of the mean scores in the posttest on the given skills? It utilized quasi-experimental, mean, percentage, standard deviation, and T-test for independent sample means. The following were drawn: Students performed better in analysis, synthesis, and evaluation levels even before the use of videos based on the pretest .The experimental and control groups had the same posttest performance in the application and synthesis levels. But, the experimental group performed better at the analysis and evaluation levels. Students in the control group had a greater percentage gain at the analysis and synthesis levels based on pre and posttest results. The level of proficiency of both groups in the application, analysis, and synthesis skills was average in the evaluation skill for the experimental group. Instructions using both the traditional approach and using videos developed the students’ HOTS.
Keywords: videos, higher-order thinking skills, physics, pre-test, post-test
75. Taking the Quality Lead: LPU Cavite’s Customer Focus through
Satisfaction-Feedback and Evaluation of Services
Ivan Brian L. Inductivo, Evangeline Aviñante, Richardson dR. Mojica,
KATREZIA FIEL MACAWILE, and Joy Ann Nagpacan
Lyceum of the Philippines University Cavite
rpic@lpucavite.edu.ph
One of the performance measurement tools of an institution’s Quality Management System [QMS] lies on the mechanism employed to focus on its customer, correspondingly, their fulfillment. Customers, still indubitably, are the recipients of the products or services. Measuring customer satisfaction demonstrates real commitment to product and service quality. Lyceum of the Philippines University [LPU] Cavite, as one of the institutions who kept at par with the quality of its services delivered and adheres to the ISO 9001:2008 quality management principles, established mechanisms to assure service quality, i.e., customer focus. The objective of the study was to determine customer satisfaction, feedback and evaluation of services from the Academic Year 2013-2014, its differences and relation, as a mechanism to achieve customer focus and continue its journey in taking the quality lead.
Keywords: Quality Management System, Customer Focus, Customer Satisfaction, Feedback Mechanism, Evaluation of Services, LPU Cavite
76. An Assessment of LPU Cavite’s 4th Year Pre-Service Education Students’ Readiness for the Board Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers
(BLEPT)
ANGELITA L. FRUELDA and Ian Karlo Olegario
Lyceum of the Philippines University Cavite
This study sought to determine the levels of readiness of LPU Cavite’s 4th year education students, AY 2013-2014 for the Board Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (BLEPT). It specifically identified the perceived levels of readiness of the 4th year education students in the three main components of the BLEPT: Professional Education, General Education and Specialization using a researcher-made questionnaire. This study also tried to identify significant relationships among the overall perceived readiness of the participants and several variables which include: age, gender, field of specialization and their Grade Point Average (GPA) which was further categorized into three: Professional Education Subjects, General Education Subjects and Specialization Subjects. To determine the Grade Point Average (GPA) of the student-participants for the three components of the BLEPT, the researchers, after getting a notarized permission from the student-participants, secured a copy of their grades from the Office of the University Registrar of LPU Cavite. The study made use of the descriptive correlational research design using survey and correlational procedure. This study reveals that majority of the participants were academically above average in their Professional Education Subjects, General Education Subjects and Specialization Subjects and that their overall perceived readiness for the three components of the BLEPT was Very Good. The study further shows that age, gender and field of specialization were not significantly related with the overall readiness of the respondents. Their GPA for general education specialization subjects were also not significantly related with their overall perceived readiness however, Professional Education GPA was identified to be significantly related with the overall perceived readiness of the participants.
Keywords: Assessment of Perceived Readiness, Board Licensure Examination for Professional Teacher (BLEPT), BLEPT Components, and Teacher Education Graduates
77. OBE in HEIs: The Case of LPU Cavite
JORGE Z. BURGOS and Lynette D. Perido
Lyceum of the Philippines University – Cavite
The purpose of the study is to determine the level of understanding and implementation of OBE in LPU Cavite. The researchers specifically aimed to determine if there are significantly differences in the perception of the three groups of respondents in understanding and implementation of OBE and the significant relationships between the two variables. The problems encountered during the implementation of OBE were also identified. Descriptive method was used with the developed questionnaire and was statistically validated. Participants of the study were 18 administrators, 29 faculty members and 107 students who were randomly selected based on the availability. This paper revealed that OBE was fully implemented and understood by the participants. Moreover, three groups of participants have the same perceptions in terms of level of OBE implementation while in the level of understanding, significant difference was observed. Problems encountered in relation to OBE were working within the required time and the different learning barriers of the students. Furthermore, significant relationship was noted between the level of understanding and implementation. Participants with higher level of understanding also perceived a higher level of implementation of OBE.
Keywords: Outcomes-based education, implementation, understanding, LPU Cavite
78. Human Resource Focus: Lyceum of the Philippines University Cavite Learning and Development Needs Analysis
Noel C. Icatlo, Minnie Joy V. Tumagan, Anna Katrina B. Par,
Mariz C. Baytan, and Veronica V. Lopez
Lyceum of the Philippines University Cavite
The purpose of the study is to determine the learning and development needs inventory of the Faculty members and Non-teaching Personnel [NTP] of the Lyceum of the Philippines University, Cavite for the Academic Year 2013-2014. The researchers specifically aimed to determine the needs inventory of the participants with respect to their knowledge level, perceived relevance and facilitation competency of the areas. The areas involved the core functions of the institution, viz., Research, Instruction, Extension/Community Involvement and Professional Development. Descriptive method was used in the study. Administrative and expert consultations were made in order to develop a 23-item tailored-fit and validated questionnaire. The inventory revealed that the participants (a) knowledge level were moderate, (b) perceived the areas from marginally to largely relevant to their functions, and (c) found it challenging to facilitate the given topic areas. Furthermore, significant relationship and differences were also tested between the knowledge level, perceived relevance and facilitation competencies. Based on the recommendations of the study, a learning and development human resource annual program was crafted.
Keywords: Outcomes-based education, implementation, understanding, LPU Cavite
79. Solar Powered Electronic Trash Can
ENGR. JOAN P. LAZARO, ENGR. ALEXIS JOHN M. RUBIO,
Chairman, CpE Department, College of Engineering, University of the East – Caloocan, Faculty,CpE Department, College of Engineering, University or the East Caloocan
lazaro.joan@yahoo.com, rubio_alexisjohn@yahoo.com
The purpose of this study is to create an improvement of a normal trash can using an embedded systemintegrated with a solar panel that aims to improve the disposal practices of school-children and improve the awareness of the students about the emerging capability of solar power. To use the system, the user needs to scan the material of the garbage then the chamber opens depending on what type of material was scanned. As the chamber opens, the user throws the trash inside the chamber, it has 10 seconds to dispose of the trash then the chamber will automatically close. A message appears in the matrix board whether the user had successfully disposed of the trash. The framework of the system discusses the procedure in constructing the propose project. It consists of the input, the processes, and the output. Inputs consist of the software and the hardware requirements. A vital part of the software development is the coding of the embedded system and on hardware development is the construction of the mechanism, after this phase the user tests it for possible enhancement and revision to be incorporated in the mechanism. The output of the system must be a fully functional mechanism that can be executed completely by the user.Upon thorough research, the proponents developed a Solar Powered Electronic Trash Can that helps school-children in proper disposing of their trash. This can also affects the pollution rating by means of proper trash segregation.
Keywords – Automated-Segregation, Electronic Trash Can, Green Engineering, Microcontroller-Based, Solar-Powered.
80. Social Interaction and Ability Grouping: Their Effects on Students’ Metacognitive Experiences In Stoichiometric Problem Solving
FITZGERALD L. FABELICO, Ph.D.
Nueva Vizcaya State University, Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines
fitzgeraldfabelico@yahoo.com
This study investigates the effects of social interaction and ability grouping on students’ metacognitive experiences in stoichiometric problem solving. The social and educational dimensions of social interactions are particularly investigated in this paper. The educational dimension of social interaction includes ability grouping while the social dimensions include metacognitive functions and transactive structures.
Metacognitive functions include the generation of New Idea and the Assessments of strategy, results, and understanding. Transactive structures include self-disclosure, feedback request, and other monitoring responses. Students’ metacognitive experiences include feelings of liking, difficulty, confidence, satisfaction, and estimates of effort, time, and solution correctness.
This descriptive study employed both the quantitative and qualitative methods. The participants were the freshmen BS-Nursing students of a private sectarian university in Nueva Vizcaya. These participants were purposively selected based on their mental ability.
The results showed that students’ metacognitive functions vary across ability grouping and showed a weak degree of correlation. Students’ transactive structures also vary across ability grouping and showed a weak degree of correlation. Students’ metacognitive experiences like feelings of liking, difficulty, confidence, satisfaction, and estimates of effort, time, and solution correctness vary across ability grouping. Although metacognitive functions affect quantitatively students’ metacognitive experiences in solving stoichiometry problems, the effect does not vary across ability groups. Similarly, transactive structures affect quantitatively students’ metacognitive experiences in solving stoichiometry problems but the effect does not vary across ability groups. Conversely, other monitoring transactive structure influences students’ feeling of difficulty and estimate of effort in solving chemistry tasks across ability groups.
Keywords: Social interaction, Ability Grouping, Metacognitive experiences, Transactive Structures, Stoichiometry, Problem solving
81. Nueva Vizcaya State University: Coping With the Challenges of 21st Century Graduate Education
JENIFER RAYMOND R. TALLUNGAN, Ph.D.
Nueva Vizcaya State University, Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya
jenz2319@gmail.com
The quest for education does not cease after having pursued a baccalaureate degree. One should consider a graduate degree that may improve his career. The graduate school of the Nueva Vizcaya State University (NVSU), Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya, which aims at providing quality graduate education to its stakeholders, has beenproactively equipped witheducational machineries that serve as drivers ofinstitutional capacities of NVSU to offer and conduct quality graduate programs. Despite the efforts of the university to discharge excellent services that address the longing of the graduate students for enhancement of their 21st century skills, there are some inhibitors that need to be unveiled and calibrated to upgrade the institutional capabilities of the university to respond to the career needs of its stakeholders. NVSU has post-baccalaureate programs considered best graduate offerings whose bases of selection are anchored on accreditation, enrolment and number of graduates. Some sectors of society, economy or academia, or particular career competencies are deemed focus of the graduate school. Students who usually enroll in the graduate programs are identified in terms of baccalaureate preparations, career objectives and activities or professional and personal undertakings after completion of the best programs. The quality, relevance and competitive value of NVSUare being strengthened andbacked bygovernment policies and programsthat favor the improvement of the graduate programs of the university and divulge the educational aspects that should be given attention to address the inhibitors of institutional capacities of the graduate school to offer and conduct graduate programs.
Key Words: Nueva Vizcaya State University, Graduate School, Graduate Education, Institutional Capacities, Drivers, Inhibitors
82. Strategies to Keep the MS 1 and MS 2 Subjects Relevant and Learner-Centered With Selected Courses in Bicol University
Mercielen R. de Leon
Bicol University, Legazpi City
mercielendeleon@yahoo.com
CHED Memorandum Order 59, series of 1996 mandates the teaching of Philippine History and Rizal to students in the tertiary level as part of the General Education Curriculum. Bicol University lodges upon the General Education Department (GenEd) the teaching of the MS subjects. The GenEd, therefore, faces the challenge of fostering the values of nationalism and cultural heritage and at the same time, keeping up with the demands of time for global competitiveness, relevance of the subject to economic and social developments, and keeping up with the learner-centered curriculum. Five courses with different interests and specializations (Computer Science, Education, Biology, Philosophy, Physical Education) during the school year of 2010-2011 were subjected to observation, rubrics and evaluation which resulted to varied teaching strategies, activities and required output for every course which catered to their distinct interests, skills, and aligned with the required skills of their fields of specialization.
Keywords: Philippine History, Rizal subject, learner-centered, diverse disciplines
83. Pagbuay-buay sa Daraga kan Tiempo Hapon, A Story of a Town, 1941-1945
Mercielen R. de Leon
Bicol University, Legazpi City
mercielendeleon@yahoo.com
This study records the untold stories of everyday life by 18 surviving residents of Daraga, Albay during the Japanese occupation from December 12, 1941 to April 1945. Everyday life in this study pertains to shelter, food and food source, clothing, education, transportation, communication, work, courtship and marriage, celebrations and religious activities, relationship with fellow Filipinos, guerrillas and the Japanese colonizers, and personal or unforgettable experience/encounter with the Japanese.
The study used the descriptive-analytical method supplemented by oral history in the documentation of the personal accounts of informants regarding their everyday life during the Japanese occupation in Daraga, Albay. The interview technique was utilized to draw out the verbal testimonies of the informants.
The study not only contributes to historiography but also provides a new material to reawaken the students’ knowledge and interest in local history. The personal accounts of the locale’s elderly substantiated the national story of the Japanese occupation thereby making the past more relatable to the locale’s new generation. The Daragueños’ everyday life tells a story of survival, adaptive mechanisms and capability to co-exist in the fast paced, fear-dominated Japanese occupation. The residents’ resiliency enabled them to overcome the deprivations and difficulties; as war transpired in the background of the non-combatant Daragueños, they also fought their own war of survival. They fought courageously and succeeded to overcome the war; they survived the war and everyday life continued.
Keywords: local history, everyday life, Japanese occupation, teaching material
84. In between St. Augustine and Luther: Grace and justification
Michael M. Ramos
De La Salle Lipa
mykramos1517@gmail.com
The view presented in this study has emphasized grace as a cause of spiritual strength and justification of man. In understanding the deep meaning and nature of grace, this paper analyzes the formations given on the subject by two great minds, St. Augustine and Martin Luther. Because of the great influence of their work on the theology of grace and justification, this paper tried to seek the answer to the question whether man’s understanding and belief of prudence would mean nothing at all, that any good that he will perform on his behalf would do nothing for his own justification. Thus it raises question; what is the purpose of man’s freedom if his proprium is nothing and that divine prudence is the source of everything good? This led to the idea that grace is the primary energy source of man to make good, not by his own, but by divine prudence to obtain justification. Therefore, in this sense there is nothing good in man.
Keywords: St. Augustine, Luther, spiritual, Theology, proprium
85. Leadership Styles and Job Performance of Restaurant Managers in Silang, Cavite
RIZALITO B. JAVIER, RN, LMT, MAN, PhD
Julius Roy M. Caranay & Renmar A. Golloy
Cavite State University-Silang Campus
regenjavier@yahoo.com
The study aimed to determine the leadership styles and job performance of selected restaurant managers in Silang, Cavite, specifically to describe the demographic profile of the respondents in terms of age, gender, civil status, highest educational attainment and years of experience in the industry; determine the leadership style of the respondents in terms of democratic leadership, people-oriented leadership, servant leadership and transformational leadership; determine the job performance of the respondents in terms of business activities, front of the house activities and housekeeping; and to ascertain the significant difference between leadership styles and job performance of the respondents. The study used descriptive-survey research design, stratified random sampling in selecting the respondents. The survey tool used for leadership styles was adopted from MBA Leadership Style Survey (2013) while the job performance instrument adopted from AGCAS Prospects ltd (2012). The statistical treatments applied were mean, frequency counts, percentages and Kruskall-Wallis test. Findings of the study revealed that majority of the respondents were male, 20-25 years old, single, college level and served 1-5 years in the restaurant industry. The restaurant managers applied transformational leadership styles (µ=4.73) which shown an exceptional job performance (µ=4.46) in their duties and responsibilities. The leadership styles of the restaurant managers had a significant difference (p-value = 1.05E09) in their job performance at .05 level of significance.
Key words: Leadership Styles of Restaurant Managers & Silang Restaurant Job Performance
86. Developing a Model for Designing a Task-based Language Syllabus for Hospitality Management Students
NOEL B. MANARPIIS
Cavite State University – Silang Campus, Philippines
noeru.sensei@gmail.com
This study sought to accomplish the following objectives: review theories and existing models for designing a task-based language syllabus; design and validate a task-based language syllabus; and propose a model for designing a task-based language syllabus.
The social development theory of Vygotsky (1978, 1986; Lantolf, 2000) was reviewed to examine the role of language learning as a social practice. Selinker’s (1972) interlanguage theory was consulted to understand how and why L2 students express themselves in L1 language. Krashen’s (1981) second language acquisition theory was included to help explain the students’ second language acquisition inside the school or outside in the working place. Halliday’s (1985) functional and communicative views of language were also studied for the benefit of the proposed model.
Various TBLT syllabus models by leading proponents were reviewed and considered. The participants were subjected to a needs analysis. Then, the research was processed by designing the proposed model syllabus and the learning material that goes with it. In the end, the proposed model was presented as the final output of the research.
The study confirmed that a step-by-step and comprehensive procedure was necessary to develop a model for a task-based syllabus design. On the whole, the Manarpiis Model for Designing a Task-based Language Syllabus stands on solid theoretical foundations of communicative teaching that could answer the language learning needs of second language speakers. The overall rating of Excellent thereby shows the proposed syllabus fit as an acceptable model.
Key words: Second Language Acquisition, Task-based Language Teaching; English in the Workplace; Syllabus Writing
87. The Intentionality to Work Abroad: Insight to Emergent Nationalism of BS Nursing Students
Juanito Loyola Perando
This study sought to explore the intentionality to work abroad as a Nurse, and investigate its network of influences among selected fourth year nursing students enrolled at De La Salle Health Sciences Institute in Dasmariñas, Cavite. It also attempted to reconstruct the concept of nationalism through eidetic assessment of the object and background of the participants’ intentionality to work abroad. The phenomenological approach in research was utilized in this study to yield a more valid picture of the character of the people and bring about multiple lenses in clarifying the context and continuum of intentionalities within the main characteristic of consciousness that it is always intentional and presupposes a background.
The participants recognize that their intentionality to work abroad occurs within a context or background. Importantly, it includes their understanding of the world, including that others can and do participate in their intentional activities. The interweaving complimentary responses and expectations of parents and clinical instructors, and the concerns of social science instructors, who appear to be slighted by the same context of society, are actively shared and decided upon by the participants. The awareness and anxieties identified from the participants’ interpretation and preparation for work role abroad are indicative of their active processing of appending meaning and decision making about their preferred future. The participants’ continuum of intentionality indicates strong commitment to their profession to serve humanity that is not bounded by nationality. The participants are actively constructing and transforming social realities into pragmatic intentionality as well as they learn concepts of nationalism which are integrated in their course curriculum, but these nationalist concepts underwent standoff and revision in terms of reinforcement or repulsion by a network of influences that embed pragmatic impressions to their correlate consciousness.
The collage of phenomenological approaches employed in the phases of this study demonstrated its potent as a tool and process of illuminating awareness of the participants lived experiences.
Keywords: Context and continuum, Nationalism, Nurse
88. Ang Dalawang Anyo ng Subli: Laro at Panata
By: Michael M. Ramos
De La Salle Lipa
Mykramos1517@gmail.com
Ang subli sa anyo ng sayaw ay dapat maintindihan ng bawat Batangueno na ito ay hindi lamang isang ordinaryong sayaw na sumasalamin lamang sa yamang sining ng Batangas, bagkus ito ay isa rin sayaw na ritwal na nagpapakita ng kalaliman ng ispirituwalidad at pananampalataya ng mga Batangueno. Ang pagsunod sa tradisyong kinagisnan ay dapat may malalim at mabuitng pag-uunawa sa kahulugan at halaga nito upang ang katutubong tradisyon o paniniwala ay hindi tuluyang maglayo o dili kaya ay makalimutan ito sa tunay nitong kaanyuan. Kung maiipapakilala lamang ga maayos ang subli sa dalawang nitong anyo bilang laro at panata, mawawala ang mga agam-agam sa tunay na kahulugan at pinagsimulan ng sayaw na subli. ang subli sa anyo ng laro at panata ay hindi magkahiwalay na elemento sa gamit nito para sa mga katutubo. Marahil kung ang takbo ng kasaysayan ang ating pagbabasihan, may mga tanong na maaaring mabuo sa mga nalakap na impormasyon tungkol sa sayaw na subli tulad ng mga sumusunod: Papaano nahati ang subli sa magkaibang pananaw, bilang laro at panata? Ano ang tunay na kahulugan ng salitang subli? Bakit sa kanluraning bayan lamang ng Batangas napreserba ang ganitong tradisyon at paniniwala tungkol sa subli bilang isang ritwal? Ang mga katanungang ito ay nangangailangan ng mahabang panananaliksik upang mahanap ang mga kasagutan. Ganoon pa man, ang dalawang uri ng pagsipat sa paniniwala ng mga Batangueno sa subli, bilang isang laro o panata, ay dapat bigyan pansin upang ang kabuuan ng importansya at kahulugan ng subli ay huwag lubusang maglaho sa tunay nitong kaanyuan bilang isang sayaw ng panata ng mga Batangueno.
Keywords: Subli, Manunubli, Ritwal, Panata, Laro
89. A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE AND EMPLOYEE’S MOTIVATION OF SELECTED CITIES IN CALABARZON: BASIS FOR EMPLOYEE’S MOTIVATION, LEADERSHIP AND INNOVATIVE MANAGEMENT
FRANCIS KAYODE ASHIPAOLOYE
ashiop@yahoo.com
+639089028555
Lyceum of the Philippines University-Laguna
Km. 54 National Highway, Makiling Calamba City,
Laguna Philippines.
Organizational culture is ultimately defined and practiced according to assumptions, attitudes, beliefs and values of the larger society it is imbedded. Organizational culture varies from one organization to the other. Thus, a closer look at the Philippine public administration shows that the Filipino culture is a special kind of environment. The reason being that there are three major traits that showcase the Filipino behavior and decision-making: personalism, familism, and particularism or popularism.
The city governments of Batangas, Lipa and Tanauan like any other City Government have their own unique culture. This distinctness is based on many factors such as: events, history, past leadership as well as current leadership that results in routines or the way things are done in their respective institution. This paper presents a comparative analysis of organizational culture and employee’s motivation of selected cities in CALABARZON: Basis for Employee’s Motivation, Leadership and Innovative Management.
The descriptive correlation method of research was used to gather the needed information. Furthermore, the research utilized ANOVA in determining the significant difference among the three cities on organizational culture.
The result revealed that the three cities all agreed as to the organizational culture and levels of motivation. Overall, working relationship was found to be the best predictor among the organizational culture. While the best motivator among employees, was their need for achievement. Lastly, a proposed program to further boost employee’s motivation/morale, leadership, and innovative management was tabled based on the significance of the findings of the research.
Key Words: Organizational, culture, motivation, employees, leadership, innovative, management and CALABARZON
90. Employability of BS Accountancy of Lyceum of the Philippines
University (2003-2008)
Mr. Rey Fernan G. Refozar & Mr. Jiexel L. Manongsong
College of Business Administration, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
The study determined the Graduate’s Employability of the Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BAS) from 2003-2008. Descriptive method was used in gathering the data of graduate’s employability. The respondents were 91 representing 93 percent of BS Accountancy graduates, from 2005 to 2008. Results revealed that in the job market, there are lots of opportunities for accountancy graduates which are relatively related to their line of discipline as manufacturing industries on financial intermediation. The employability rating of BSA is 94.81 percent which is considered gainfully employed. From clerical positions, the graduates are being promoted to professional / supervisors, others are manager and executives. The G.E. subjects which are considered very relevant to their job placement are Languages and Mathematics while all professional subjects for Accountancy are equally important. Teacher’s mastery of subject matter and quality of instruction were noted by graduates as factors contributory to their job placement. The services offered by LPU are very relevant as factors of employment. Communication skills and information technology skills were competencies very useful for the accountancy graduates in finding employment.
Keywords: employability, tracer study, accountancy
91. College of International Tourism & Hospitality Management Faculty Research Capabilities
Ms. Rechiel R. Abarquez-Garcia & Mr. Janzell A. Palbacal
College of International Tourism and Hospitality, Management, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study ascertained the research competencies of the faculty members of College of International Tourism & Hospitality Management with an overall aim of serving as basis to enhance their capabilities. Specifically, this research identified the level of competency of faculty researchers in writing a research paper, level of satisfaction to the facilities/resources provided by the institution and proposed recommendations for the enhancement of research capabilities of CITHM faculty members. This research utilized the descriptive survey method using a standardized instrument. Results showed that the respondents were moderately competent in terms of the technical aspect in conducting research however they need competence in analyzing the methods to be used concerning data gathering. In addition, the respondents are satisfied with the facilities and resources offered by the university. The researchers recommended that appropriate training and workshops concerning research organization and methodology must be given to faculty researchers in order to enhance their research capability. Also, linkages and collaboration with research organizations must also be strengthened to sustain research publications and presentations.
Keywords: Research Capability, Training Needs
92. Level of Implementation of 5S at College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management (CITHM): Inputs to its Environmental Program
Dr. Francis Kayode Ashipaoloye
Dr. Norma L Menez
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study explored on the level of implementation of 5S at CITHM. Specifically, it described the profile of the 5S implementers; determined the level of implementation of 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain); identified problems encountered in the implementation of CITHM on the 5S and proposed activities to ensure full implementation of CITHM in the institution’s wide advocacy of 5S in support of its environmental program. The researchers used descriptive, qualitative design in order to determine the compliance of CITHM 5s program. There is also an interview coupled with documentary methods of research utilized to substantiate data gathered. The participants of this study were the 32 teaching personnel and 5 non-teaching of the CITHM from LPU-Batangas representing 100% of their total population. In whatever demographics, no one is excused when it comes to implementing 5S in the workplace. The compliance of the CITHM department appears to comply only with limitations. As compliance of any given organization or company towards 5S cannot be overlooked for there are many arrays of benefits an organization can derive from this methodology such as lowering costs, raising quality standard, ensuring safety and eliminating waste. The proposed plan of action focused on activities to ensure the researchers advocacy of the university’s 5S in support of its environmental program.
Keywords: 5S, level of implementation, compliance
93. Best Practices of Lyceum of the Philippines University and Dusit Thani Tie-Up
Ms. Rhea Corina Mejia
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study provides meaningful documents on best practices of Lyceum of the Philippines University and Dusit Thani tie-up in as far as program curriculum, instructional materials and practical exposures are concerned. The researcher used the documentary data available in the department. The 30 or 100 percent of the faculty members handling professional subjects were subjected to focus group discussions and interview. Qualitative data analysis was employed. Results revealed that the increasing enrolment on various programs ties of LPU and Dusit Thani curriculum (DTC) provide best practices on international standards for hospitality curriculum. DTC tie-up also open doors of opportunities for faculty members to be professionally equipped with global standards of the hospitality programs.
Keywords: Dusit Thani, curriculum, best practices
94. Factors Affecting the Performance of First Year CITHM Students on Hospitality Professional Courses for School Year 2012-2013
Jeninah Christia D. Borbon, Jovita D. Borbon
& Maria Angeline A. De Claro
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management,
Lyceum of the Philippines University
This study explored on the performance of CITHM students for school year 2012-2013 using rubrics for the professional courses common to the five programs of the college such as: Principles of Food Production (FD3) and Food and Beverage Operations (FD4). Moreover, it identified the relationships between the performance of the students and the factors affecting them. The descriptive design was suitably selected to aid the college in assessing the effectiveness of their instruction and in trouble shooting the areas that need special attention. Frequency and ranking were used in assessing the performance of the students while weighted mean was utilized to determine the factors affecting their performance. On the other hand, Pearson-R was used to test the relationship between the performance of the students and the factors affecting their performance. The researchers concluded that the respondents were rated very satisfactory on both FD3 and FD4 subjects considering their performance using the rubrics. It was found out that students were interested to learn using practical examinations; however, they have attendance and punctuality concerns. Research also showed that teachers provide high level of motivation to students and show mastery of the subject matter. Environment of the students showed relatively high support in their basic needs, studies and other school related factors. Finally, student, teacher and environment are not considered significant factors that determine the performance of the students in FD3 and FD4.
Keywords: performance, hospitality, food and beverage, food production
95. Employability of Business Administration Graduates of LPU-Batangas from 2005 to 2010
Dr. Maribeth G. Buenviaje & Dr. Alex P. Ylagan
College of Business Administration, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study determined the employability of the graduates of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA). More specifically, it described their employment status, identified the school-related and work-related factors that affect graduate’s employability, and assessed the extent by which work values and skills provided by LPU-Batangas contribute to the employment of BSBA graduates. The researchers used the descriptive method with 386 representative graduates of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Findings revealed that the graduates, regardless of major field of specialization are employable both locally and internationally. Generally, the curriculum for BSBA is very relevant both on areas of General Education subjects and Professional subjects. The business graduates of LPU-Batangas found school related factors very contributory to job placement as faculty and instructor, student services, organization and administration, and community extension and research. They found communication and human relation skills also very related to their job placement. As to work values, graduates found honesty and love for truth, courage and professional integrity as very relevant in their employment.
Keywords: employability, tracer study, business administration
96. Business Establishments in Balagtas, Batangas City and their Impact to the Community
Dr. Reynalda B. Garcia
Graduate School, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study explored on the impact of the business establishments in Balagtas, Batangas City to the community residents. Specifically, it identified different business establishments that provide employment opportunities to the residents; determined the level of agreement on the impact of these establishments; assessed the significant difference on the responses between business owners and residents; and proposed strategies for the development of business plan. Mix method of Qualitative-quantitative approach was employed in this research using survey, documentary analysis, interviews, focus group discussions and observation feedback. Data revealed that different business establishments provide employment opportunities to the residents. Both business employees and residents confirmed that these establishments help them increase their income and provide more decent job opportunities. Both respondents have no significant difference on their responses. Meanwhile, proposed strategies are recommended to improve the business plan for the Barangay.
Keywords: business establishments, community, impact
97. Performance Evaluation of CITHM Faculty Members and Its Relationship to their Absenteeism and Tardiness
Ma. Fe L. Menez & Aristeo Cueto
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management,
Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study determined the relationship between the performance evaluation of CITHM faculty members and their reported absenteeism and tardiness. Specifically, it described the performance of teachers during second semester of 2011-2012, their number of reported absenteeism and tardiness and assessed the relationship between teaching performance and attendance. Descriptive- correlational analysis, documentary analysis and focus group discussions were done among 32 or 100% regular teaching personnel of the CITHM. Data revealed that CITHM faculty during Second Semester of SY 2011-2012 incurred almost half records of late with few absences and tolerable number of dismissals. Also, findings revealed that they performed above average during the second semester 2011-2012. Teaching performance was not affected by their absences or tardiness as revealed in the study.
Keywords: absenteeism, attendance, teaching performance
98. Impact of HRM Livelihood Program to the Beneficiaries
of Brgy Wawa
Sevillia Suarez – Felicen, MBA, MIHM & Evangeline O. Mendoza, MIHM
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study aimed to assess the impact of the livelihood program to the Brgy Wawa beneficiaries. The researcher utilized the descriptive design of the study using the total population as participants of the program. The result shows that upon joining the program, there’s an increase in the income of beneficiaries and in terms of skills, all the beneficiaries learned food processing and preservation, baking and pastry production, retailing, packaging and personal selling. The program has great impact to the beneficiaries in terms of skills, values, financial and economic status therefore makes the livelihood program effective and sustainable.
Keywords: livelihood program, impact assessment
99. Graduate’s Employability of Bachelor of Science in Tourism from 2006 to 2010
Mrs. Sevilla Felicen & Mrs. Rhea Corina Mejia
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
Tourism graduates have been rapidly increasing, while continuously facing stiff competition in the job market. In this light, the researchers conducted this study to determine the employability of Tourism graduates of LPU-Batangas. Specifically, it described the data and employment status of the graduates, assessed their employment work related values and determined the school related factors affecting graduates employability. The study used descriptive research to the graduates from 2006 to 2010. Based on the study, 78.68 percent of the Tourism graduates are gainfully employed. Most of them are locally employed in the rank and file position. The respondents believed that their degree is relevant to their job and that communication and human relations skills are necessary for their employment. The work related values affecting the employment are professional integrity, obedience and hard work.
Keywords: graduates, employability, tracer study, tourism
100. Internship Performance of CITHM Students as Basis for an Improved Internship Program
Sevillia Suarez- Felicen, MBA, MIHM; Lhea C. Rasa, MBA
& Jourell Edward Sumanga
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study aimed to assess the level of performance of the interns as a result of the evaluation by the manager or immediate supervisors of the different establishments where the CITHM interns where deployed. The researcher utilized the descriptive quantitative design using 50 percent of the interns of second semester of SY 2012-2013 as participants in the area of food and beverage and travel agencies. Results of the study revealed that interns have satisfactory level in academic performance. In training performance, they were rated as very good in terms of knowledge, skills, attitude and personality. This study also revealed that there is no significant relationship between the academic performance and the training performance.
Keywords: Interns Performance, Internship Program
101. Computerized Reservation System (CRS) as a Feature of Business Operation of Travel Agencies
Mrs. Sevilla Felicen & Ms. Angelie Vizconde
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
CRS is one of the most important tools of any travel agencies to generate more profit and to achieve total guest satisfaction and ensure customer retention. This study was conducted to fully understand the use of computerized reservation system in travel agencies. Specifically, it sought answers to the following objectives: to determine the most common e- reservations system used in travel agencies; to discuss the effects of e- reservation system in the operation of travel agencies; to determine the problems encountered by travel agencies in using reservation system and to discuss the implications of using e- reservation system in operation of travel agencies in as far as customer relations and satisfaction are concerned. The study focused only in travel agencies that were served by CRS vendors, particularly subscribers in Metro Manila. The descriptive method of research was used in the study. Instruments like questionnaire and interview were further utilized in gathering the primary data. Data revealed that computerized reservation system has a positive effect in improving company’s efficiency and productivity. As a whole, both the positive and the negative effects of CRS contributed much to the development of travel agencies and the tourism industry.
Keywords: computer, reservation, system, business operation, travel agency
102. A Correlation Study between Student Performance on Travel and Tour Operations Course with CRS and Internship Performance on Travel Agency
Sevillia S. Felicen, MBA, MIHM & Alex P. Ylagan, DBA
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
A professional career in Tourism is enticing to many who have heard the claims echoed by a range of stakeholders that the tourism industry is growing fast and creating a universe of career opportunities to those who will to become suitably qualified. In a tourism labour intense industry, it is important to attract highly qualified workers with the skills necessary to meet the requirements of employers in the tourism sector. This study aimed to assess the relationship between the performance of the students on Travel and Tour Operations Course with Computer Reservation System (CRS) and their internship performance in Travel Agencies in terms of knowledge, skills, attitude and personality. Based on the results, majority of the interns has satisfactory performance in the Course Travel and Tour Operations with CRS but they obtained the highest very good performance evaluation rating in attitude followed by personality, knowledge and skills. The study shows that there is no significant relationship between the academic performance and training performance of interns in Travel Agency. Academic performance of the students in the Course Travel and Tour Operations with CRS were only satisfactory, but the training performance was rated as very good.
Keywords: Travel and Tour Operation Course, Internship Performance
103. A Correlation Study between Student Performance in Food and Beverage Services (FD4) course and Internship in
F&B Department of Hospitality Business
Sevillia S. Felicen, MBA, MIHM & Abigail I. Manzano, MSHRM
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
One of the biggest challenges that the hospitality educators face today is determining the clear goals and objectives for the curriculum to the constantly changing needs of the industry. It is crucial to close the gap between what is taught to students and what the industry expects from the graduates being hired. This study aimed to assess the relationship between the performance of the students on Food and Beverage Services Course and their internship performance in Food and Beverage department in different hospitality businesses where they were deployed. The researcher utilized the descriptive design of the study and used Weighted mean and Pearson-Product Moment Correlation (Pearson-r) for data analysis. The participants of the study were the students of BSIHM-HRA for second semester school year 2012-2013. The result shows that majority of the intern has satisfactory performance in the Food and Beverage Services course and the interns obtained the highest very good performance evaluation rating in personality followed by attitude, knowledge and skills. Findings also show that there is no significant relationship between the performance in Food and Beverage Service Course and the training performance of interns in the F&B Department of the restaurant and hotel. Performance of the interns in the Food and Beverage course was only satisfactory but the training performance was rated as high very good. The researcher recommends for the enhancement of the existing activities and teaching strategies to match industry needs.
Keywords: student performance, beverage services, internship
104. The “Ala eh Festival” in the Province of Batangas: Basis for CITHM Participation
Mrs. Kabaitan B. Dinglasan
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study explored on the “Ala eh festival”. Specifically, it identified how the community of Batangas plans, organizes, directs and controls this community-based tourism activity. It also determined the effects of this festivity to the development of tourism hospitality industry in Batangas. Descriptive – qualitative research was used by the researcher in order to determine the extent of participation of CITHM department on the “Ala Eh festival” spearheaded by the tourism office of the Batangas province. Data revealed that the stages in doing Ala Eh Festival are highly effective as to its organization particularly on directing, organizing, planning and controlling. The perception of the government employees or organizers strongly agrees on the overall effects of Ala eh Festival as the festival brings tourists to the province and an avenue of product promotion. On the part of the faculty members in private school, they agree on the effects of Ala Eh Festival as a means of marketing tourism student’s talents and university portfolio, and may lead to the appreciation on the role of community in the field of tourism and industry.
Keywords: al eh, festival, participation, tourism industry
105. Hygiene Practices of LPU-Batangas’ Canteen: Perception of Hotel and Restaurant Management Students
Ms. Fe L. Meñez
College of International Tourism and Hospitality Management,
Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study determined the respondents’ perception on the hygienic practices in the university canteen. Specifically, this determined the hygienic practices of canteen employees, identified the satisfaction level of students on the hygienic practices of LPU-B’s Canteen employee and proposed an action plan designed for CITHM department in order to promote a safe canteen for the students. This study used descriptive survey wherein third and fourth year LPU’s CIHM students served as the respondents. Results show that the LPU canteen is not moderately practicing hygiene in the operation of their business.With regard to students’ satisfaction, respondents considered the canteen services as good. Action plan, therefore, was proposed to improve the canteen services focused on improving the hygiene practices.
Keywords: Hygiene Practices, school canteen
106. Design and Development of an Automated Monitoring System of Students’ Absences and Tardiness for Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas
Maria Cristina M. Ramos
College of Computer Studies, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
The system aimed at assisting the faculty members in monitoring student absences and tardiness, leading to early detection of absences for referral. This study considered various phases in software development process including requirements analysis, specification, software architecture, implementation, testing, documentation, training and support, and maintenance. This system was designed to provide the faculty members, with a user-friendly interface and built-in security access accounts for attendance checking in an organized, effective and efficient manner. Since the system is online, students have also access to search for information regarding INC mark status and receive alerts regarding academic compliance using their student identification number and a pin code generated upon registration in the system.
Keywords: automated, absences, tardiness
107. Tracer Study of the Graduates in Masters in Business Administration Program (MBA) (2008-2012)
Dr. Norma L. Menez
Graduate School, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
In a bid to address the growing job mismatch, CHED in collaboration with the universities all over the Philippines mandated to conduct Graduate Tracer Study (GTS) which hopes to assess the issues concerning employability and the relevance of higher education programs vis-a-vis expectations of the employers. This study was conducted to find out the employment status of the graduate after pursuing MBA program in Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) – Batangas; identify the school-related and work-related factors that affect the graduate’s employability and promotion; and further assess the extent by which work values and skills provided by LPU contributed to the graduate’s employability and promotion. Descriptive research design was used in the study.. Findings revealed that Masters in Business Administration graduates from 2008 to 2012 are gainfully employed locally with regular status and are holding professional and managerial positions. The MBA course has contributed to the graduate’s professional advancement. Meanwhile, communication, human amd technical skills and the values of Love of God, honesty, love for truth and persevearance and hardwork are reported to be very relevant to their job. Similarly, the professional subjects, curriculum and instruction gained from LPU – MBA program are likewise found to be very relevant to their respective work assignments.
Keywords: tracer study, master in business administration, employability
108. Industry – Partners’ Evaluation of Masters in Business Administration Curriculum
Dr. Flora V. Javier & Dr. Norma L. Menez
Graduate School, Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
The role of industry in the academic institution is to identify opportunities and give relevant directions on the school’s offerings of various academic programs. Furthermore, these tie-ups with industry- partners may help continuously update and align the vis-à-vis those of enhancement at par with other Asian countries and consequently, be able to address under employment and mismatch of graduates and industry. This study presents the assessment of selected industry- partners on the MBA curriculum of Lyceum of the Philippines University in terms of its philosophy and objectives, learning experiences, Learning Content and Learning Outcomes. Using descriptive qualitative research, this research employed interview and survey questionnaire among the respondents. The curriculum of the 2011 Masters in Business Administration program as perceived by the industry partners is excellent in terms of its Philosophy and Objectives and Learning Content. However, there are opportunities for improvement on Learning Outcomes and Learning Experiences. The Graduate school of the University may continuously conduct industry partners’ evaluation to ensure that the curriculum address is the needs of the business industry. The outcomes- based curriculum maybe incorporated in the curriculum for MBA effective 2012-2013.
Keywords: industry-partners, business administration, curriculum
109. The Egg Production Business in San Jose, Batangas: A Trend Analysis
Atty. Anunciacion C. Bernardo
Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas
This study explored on the trending analysis on the egg production industry in San Jose, Batangas. Specifically, this study described the performance of the egg production for the past four years (2009-2012) in terms of chicken layer population, production and annual gross sales; determined the commercial potentiality of the business based on the four-year period and identified the challenges confronting the industry. Using ex-post facto method, the study included municipal agriculturist, resident-owners and backyard poultry farms and members of Batangas Egg Producers Cooperative. According to results, the business is profitable and will continue to prosper in the next five years. Its commercial potentiality is sustainable and viable. However, challenges encountered by the business are high feed costs, disease outbreaks, trade liberalization, technological advances in poultry raising and changing consumers’ interests.
Keywords: egg production, poultry, livestock
110. Readiness of E- HRM on the Human Resource System of a Higher Academic Institution
LIDA C. LANDICHO, Ph.D.
Psychology Department, College of Education, Arts and Sciences, Lyceum of the Philippines University, Batangas City
The Human Resource Management and Development Office (HRMDO) of Lyceum of the Philippines University-Batangas (LPU-B) is designed to support the planning, administration, decision-making, and control activities of human resource management thus believes in the valuable contribution and integration of technology.
This research aimed to provide a review of literature and impact of e-HRM among Human Resource (HR) practitioners of LPU-B on the efficient utilization and implementation of strategies, policies and practices. It also aimed to determine the readiness of e-HRM on the HR system of LPU- B in terms of Performance Expectancy, Effort Expectancy, Social Influence, facilitating Condition and Behavioral Intention.
Result showed that respondents perceive that using e-HRM will make them more productive in performing their jobs. They believe that they can easily learn the mechanics of e-HRM through the support of the institution. Thus, the human resource practitioners of LPU-B have a higher degree of readiness in facilitating and utilizing the electronics human resources.
Keywords: Human Resource System, Performance Expectancy, Effort Expectancy, Social Influence, Condition and Behavioral Intention
111. GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP AND EDUCATION: RESURGENCE, RECOGNITION AND RAPPROCHEMENT ON THE CALL FOR KOSMOU POLITES
IVAN BRIAN L. INDUCTIVO and Francisco Y. Pacifico
Lyceum of the Philippines University, Cavite
With the rise of open culture, learning (education) and governance; accessibility of information (open access and big data) and resources; transnational linkages; and proliferation of social media, our society is at the threshold of a borderless world. The movement for global citizenship, as explicated by Martha Nussbaum in her article in1991 paves the avenue for opportunities, challenges, critiques and impacts to international and multicultural education. The struggle for reconciliation and potential universal values, identity and sense of belongingness are just some of the issues being addressed. Discourses in education and curriculum visions for global citizenship re-emerged and have also taken the mainstream. Early on, Guin (1996) expounded in his paper philosophical and educational critiques on education for global citizenship, while Gough (2011), of La Trobe University, Australia, sought curriculum consensus and visions. This re-emergence of fora for global citizenship themes is contextual with the era of openness and ubiquity of information our society is experiencing. This paper intended to explicate the philosophical roots and implications of global citizenship to values, identity and education.
Keywords: cosmopolitanism, curriculum, global citizenship, open education, postmodern values
112. Preparedness of Local Government Units of Batangas Province Towards Disaster Management
Maria Jocelyn B. Natividad RN, MAN
Teresa B. Cabael
Michelle Joy R. Cabel
Krissa Mae U. Café
Eleazar Campomanes
Maricel M. Capul
This study intended to determine the preparedness of local government units of Batangas province towards disaster management. Specifically, it aimed to assess the preparedness of LGU’s in terms of funds and budgets, resources and equipments, plans and programs and capacity building; it also assessed the preparedness of community during emergency and disaster. The study utilized descriptive survey research and stratified random sampling to come up with 97 respondents from the LGU’s of Batangas Province under Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council of municipality of Talisay, San Juan, Lobo, and Rosario; Provincial Public Order and Safety Services, Office of Provincial Planning and Development, Office of the Provincial Budget Officer, Office of the Provincial Assistance for Community Development, Office of the Provincial Social Welfare and Development ,Office of the Provincial Agriculturist, Office of the Environmental and Natural Resources, and Provincial Health Office. A total of 204 community people from the municipality of Talisay, San Juan, Lobo, and Rosario were also used as respondents of the study. A self-structured questionnaire and interview were used in gathering data. The instrument was validated by six clinical experts in the field of emergency and disaster management using face and content validity. The study revealed that the LGU’s are prepared in terms of funds and budget, resources and equipment, and capacity building but needs trainings and drills monthly for disaster management. On the other hand, the community needs further preparation during emergency and disaster. It is therefore recommended that there should be an intensive preparation for disaster management in the community level. Likewise, the LPU College of Nursing may empower community people to be more prepared during disaster as nursing students do their simulation in NCM 106 RLE in the community which is focused on Emergency and Disaster Management.
Keywords: Preparedness, Disaster Management
113. The Changing Learning Needs of Student Nurses:Input to the Nursing Curriculum
Dr. Myra C. Britiller,
Alday, Mary Gay
Kristel A Alog
Kristeene Joie A
Asi, Kristhel Jane G.
Calacal, Herynel Regie U.
Cantos, Allen E.
Lyceum of the Philippines University- Batangas
Capitol Site, Batangas City
This study aimed to determine the changing learning needs of student nurses in terms of cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains as input to the nursing curriculum. Descriptive correlational research which includes weighted mean, Pearson r and qualitative analysis were utilized to analyze and interpret the results. The subjects were the nursing students and clinical instructors. The top changing learning need of students in terms of cognitive was the use of PowerPoint presentation, film viewing and video presentation of the topic discussion. As to psychomotor, the top specific learning need was the initiation of teambuilding to unite students and develop camaraderie. In terms of affective domain, the top learning need identified was clinical exposure to apply learned concepts and information. Clinical Instructors perceived the top changing learning need of nursing student as the use of simulation laboratory with new equipment. Thus the authors recommend continuous exploration among nursing students for their changing learning needs. The clinical instructors and the College of Nursing may continue to evaluate the needs of its students and be updated with the latest trends in Health Education particularly the nursing program.
Keywords: Changing Learning Needs, Nursing Curriculum
114. Environmental Concerns: Basis for Enhanced Health Education Program
Dr. Bella Magnaye RN, MAN, Allan Joe B. Manjares, Chlionne G.Perez, Irest Krissel C. Perez, Sisley L. Perez and Mary Joannie B.Quero
Lyceum of the Philippines University, Capitol Site, Batangas City
This research is entitled, “Environmental Concerns: Basis for Enhanced Health Education Program”. The respondents of this study were selected in 10 municipalities namely Lemery, Mabini, Bauan, San Luis, Rosario, Taysan, San Jose, Lipa, Talisay, and Tanauan using quota sampling. Each municipality has 15 households, with the total number of 150 participants. It reveals those rampant cigarette smokers are mostly concerned by the respondents in their community. The respondents concerned about burning of waste in the community, it is not to wonder on how proliferation of insects and rodents due to unsanitary surrounding of the same respondents experience the thirdly ranked concern. One of the least concerns of community people are the poor access of potable drinking water, illegal logging and frequent energy depletion. Most of the respondents agreed that environmental concern in the community are respiratory diseases such as tuberculosis, asthma, pneumonia, bronchitis caused by rampant cigarette smoking followed by health problems such as malaria, dengue hemorrhagic fever, scabies, pediculosis caused by proliferation of insects due to unsanitary surrounding. Meanwhile health problems such as skin disease, diarrhea, typhoid, scabies, cholera, and intestinal parasites are caused by improper waste disposal in areas where poultry farms and piggery are present.
Keywords: Environmental Concerns
115. Performance of the Students in the Department Examination in Science Subjects for SY 2011-2013
Ms. Angelina G. Tolentino and Mrs. Anicia G. Calingasan
The study aimed to determine the performance of the students in the area of science particularly in Physics 1 and Chemistry 1. The researchers used a retrospective study using documentary analysis in gathering the data. The data were gathered from the departmental examination given in Physics 1 and Chemistry 1 for the academic year 2011-2013. The students who took the two subjects from the different colleges were the respondents of the study. The result revealed that the students who took the subjects for the two academic years were not able to meet the standards. The factors that affect the performance in science subjects are study technique, traits of teachers and attitudes towards science. The researchers also made an action plan to enhance the students’ performance. The researchers recommended organizing seminars and workshops for students, teachers and school administrators to promote positive attitude towards science and conduct tutorial sessions to prove students’ performance.
Keywords: Performance, Positive Attitude, Traits of teachers
116. Impact of Outcome-Based Education Instruction to Accountancy Students in an Asian University
DR. Imelda L. An
College of Education, Arts and Sciences, Lyceum of the Philippines University, Batangas City
This study intended to determine the demographic profile of the selected accountancy students of LPU – Batangas in terms of age and gender and to assess the impact of the use of OBE Instruction to the respondents in terms of the students’ behavior during instruction and performance after instruction. The purpose of this study is to describe the impact of the new education curriculum as it exists; consequently, the researcher used the descriptive design.
From the findings generated, the OBE Instruction can be accepted and learned for new educational system regardless of age and gender. It caters to any Accountancy student who is willing to adapt to the new curriculum. The OBE Instruction received its full extent of impact in terms of the respondents’ behaviour during the instruction and their performance after the instruction. This entails that it is probable and beneficial to continue with the use of OBE. This also indicates that the students tend to be more productive after instruction.
Keywords – Outcomes-based education, Accountancy students, behaviour, instruction
117. Personality and Intelligence as Predictors of the Academic Performance of Junior Psychology Students
Ms. Elna R. Lopez & Emely Linatoc
College of Education, Arts and Sciences, Lyceum of the Philippines University, Batangas City
118. Teaching Learning Activities in Business Administration
Dr. Imelda L. An and Mrs. Isabel Ardid
College of Education, Arts and Sciences, Lyceum of the Philippines University, Batangas City
