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APJARSS Vol. 3 No. 1 by Gerald Malabarbas
International Research Journal of Social Sciences, 2019
Up till this time the adoption of agroforestry as a sustainable land use technology has a low ado... more Up till this time the adoption of agroforestry as a sustainable land use technology has a low adoption in developing countries and among upland farmers in the Philippines particularly in Calbayog Pan (CPHPL), Calbayog City, Samar. Unlike many studies in agroforestry adoption which primarily deals with farming technologies and socioeconomic analysis, this study was conducted to analyse the factors of adoption of agroforestry as a sustainable land use practice among upland farmers in exchange for an incentive economic modelling. A total of 294 upland farmers were randomly chosen as respondents to participate in the survey using a contingent valuation method with WTA approach. As a result, 77.21% of the farmers were willing to accept the incentive in the said program to shift from their current land use practice to agroforestry. farm income, age, and bid amount appea farmers are compensated very well for their service provided to downstream communities. Further, we conducted cost benefit analysis to determine the economic cost of participatin economic trade-offs among upland farmers. Since farming is the bread and butter of this upland communities policy makers need to consider the economic and socio Often, incentive programs from government are lesser compared to the income that farmers would receive from their farming activity. As such, determining the amount to be given is very important because this would add to the the program. While it is true that poverty in general and farmer's income (in particular) is not adequate in explaining land use change, market incentives (e.g. compensation to shift to sustainable land use practice) would enable payment for ecosystem services (PES) scheme to be successful. Unlike other agroforestry studies, we argue that the land use practice (e.g. shifting cultivation) should be considered in policy making for incentivizing farmers because aside from income, traditionally and culturally, in Philippines and other developing countries shifting cultivation has been the practice. As such, shifting cultivators needs to have alternative sustainable land use technology (e.g. agroforestry) with proper financing mechanism to properly implement and sustain the program.
Asia Pacific Journal of Academic Research in Social Sciences, 2018
The study explores the differences between households and commercial water user’s willingness to ... more The study explores the differences between households and commercial water user’s
willingness to pay (WTP) and their reasons for WTP for improved water supply. Random sample of water user from local water district were interviewed about their WTP. Meanwhile independent t-test and logit-regression were used in determining the differences of two groups and predicting the variables that would affect the willingness to pay respectively. Independent sample t-test shows that the two groups’ have no significant differences on awareness on Calbayog Pan-as Hayiban Protected Landscape (CPHPL), WTP, Bid Amount, and Income which theoretically would affect its perception on WTP. Meanwhile, Bid Amount and its Awareness on CPHPL showed to be a significant predictor of households and commercial water users WTP. However, it is unlikely that PES would be successful in the area since only 46.6% are willing to pay out of 445 respondents both household and commercial water users. Nevertheless, the analysis was able to estimate a value of Php 4,858,105.92 for the protection of watershed area. Awareness campaign about CPHPL in the city of Calbayog and its importance to water supply in general prior to implementation
of watershed protection program and collecting user fees among water users. Likewise, if PES would be implemented, the incremental user fee should be studied carefully as this would affect the water users (e.g. direct beneficiary of watershed) likelihood to participate in the protection program of the CPHPL.
Papers by Gerald Malabarbas
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research), Sep 19, 2022
More so, this utilized descriptive-correlational design employing the use of a questionnaire to g... more More so, this utilized descriptive-correlational design employing the use of a questionnaire to gather data on the profile and level of research competence of the graduate students. Data were analyzed and statistically treated with frequency, percentages, mean, standard deviation, and Pearson r. Results revealed that Graduate students were of middle age, mostly female, single, have been teaching for less than ten years, mostly Teacher 1, have only attended 4 to 5 days of training and whose mean length of research involvement was 1.19 year. Graduate students perceived themselves as "competent" in the indicators of research competence. Furthermore, no significant relationship was found between Graduate students' profile and their research competence. It was also revealed that the inadequacy of training and seminar, lack of technical assistance, difficulty in identifying the researchable issues and constructing research titles, too many teaching loads/assignments, and lack of enough time to carry out research in the school were the problems encountered. Thus, it is suggested that the Graduate students must undergo enhancement training for improved research competence.
International Journal of Applied Business and International Management
A cooperative is a business organization structured by volunteers from the community's marginal g... more A cooperative is a business organization structured by volunteers from the community's marginal group with a mutually shared economic and social advantage goal. The study's objective is to determine the impact and satisfaction level of women's fishpond cooperative among its members. It randomly chose 36 cooperative members from Rosario, Northern Samar, Philippines. An adopted and modified questionnaire was utilized as a data-gathering tool for the respondents' socio-demographic profile, impact, and satisfaction level. The researchers employed a descriptive research design in the conduct of the study. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used to treat the data with the aid of statistical software. The study's findings conclude that women's fishpond cooperative contributed considerably to their socioeconomic condition. However, the members have encountered constraints and challenges in their cooperative activities, such as mismanagement, lack of capital and logistics support, and technical know-how on aquaculture production.
International journal of applied research in social sciences, May 25, 2022
Adaptation to climate change is seen as the immediate response of people anywhere in the world. H... more Adaptation to climate change is seen as the immediate response of people anywhere in the world. However, there is still a problem in its implementation as no solution fits all problems. Coastal communities' vulnerable situation is not exempted from climate change impacts, but the fact that it has numerous ecosystems provide basic life support. Thus, this paper is guided by the following objectives 1) determine ecosystems and socioeconomic sectors reliant and dependent on strategies and policies of coastal communities; and 2) examine the current adaptation strategies and activities. Focus group discussions among key officials and document analysis were carried on. After a rigorous examination, it was discovered that coastal communities are reliant on fishery and water resources ecosystem services. In this regard, adaptation options are geared toward the protection of these services to continually provide to local communities. Alternative livelihoods are also seen as a long-term response to climate change adaptation apart from policy and ordinances to protect and conserve the ecosystems.
Journal of Social Sciences and Management Studies, May 26, 2022
International journal of applied research in social sciences, May 25, 2022
Adaptation to climate change is seen as the immediate response of people anywhere in the world. H... more Adaptation to climate change is seen as the immediate response of people anywhere in the world. However, there is still a problem in its implementation as no solution fits all problems. Coastal communities' vulnerable situation is not exempted from climate change impacts, but the fact that it has numerous ecosystems provide basic life support. Thus, this paper is guided by the following objectives 1) determine ecosystems and socioeconomic sectors reliant and dependent on strategies and policies of coastal communities; and 2) examine the current adaptation strategies and activities. Focus group discussions among key officials and document analysis were carried on. After a rigorous examination, it was discovered that coastal communities are reliant on fishery and water resources ecosystem services. In this regard, adaptation options are geared toward the protection of these services to continually provide to local communities. Alternative livelihoods are also seen as a long-term response to climate change adaptation apart from policy and ordinances to protect and conserve the ecosystems.
International Journal of Applied Research in Social Sciences
Beach forests play a vital role in disaster mitigation and climate change mitigation. These fores... more Beach forests play a vital role in disaster mitigation and climate change mitigation. These forests protect coastal communities against natural calamities. It has been observed that areas with less or absence of beach forests and mangrove systems were highly devastated compared to those with. However, these ecosystems were neglected due to lesser studies and baseline information about the species diversity and community structure and its role in the overall ecology of the area. The study assessed the species diversity and community structure of beach forests in San Fernando, San Jose, Antique, Philippines. The study used the transect line plots method in an area that was purposively selected. The general floristic composition was based on an ocular survey of the selected site. Characterization of community structure was done using accepted parameters. Results showed a total of sixteen (16) beach forest species that belong to twelve (12) families. Tabernaemontana pandacaqui and Jatr...
Journal of Earth Science & Climatic Change, Sep 1, 2014
American Journal of Education and Technology
Globally, academic institutions have been impacted by COVID-19, and the majority have gone online... more Globally, academic institutions have been impacted by COVID-19, and the majority have gone online. During the pandemic, online learning was most effective. This study aimed to determine the readiness of secondary schools for online learning in the Division of Antique as perceived by the school heads and teachers of the Division of Antique. A validated survey instrument was used to gather data from the respondents. Statistical tools used include frequency, percentage, standard deviation, and mean for the descriptive analysis, then One-way ANOVA and Kruskal-Wallis Test, Least Significant Difference (LSD), and Bonferroni for the inferential analysis. The study found that secondary schools in the Division of Antique were ready to adapt to the online learning platforms of curriculum delivery as perceived by school heads and teachers. Further, it was found that there exists a significant difference in the online learning readiness of school heads and teachers when categorized according to...
American Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation
Sport promotes good health in students, as athletes are fitter and healthier than others, and the... more Sport promotes good health in students, as athletes are fitter and healthier than others, and these students are typically more active, self-assured, and enthusiastic. The study assessed the level of adequacy of sports facilities, equipment, and sports performance of the public high schools in Tinambacan District, Schools Division of Calbayog City. Descriptive-correlation research method was employed using the survey questionnaire. This study used a total enumeration as a sampling procedure since all MAPEH teachers and school heads served as the respondents. Results revealed that there is still a lack of MAPEH teachers among schools, budget allocation for sports was too meager, sports clubs were established, and sports development programs. Nevertheless, most of their athletes have participated in regional and national sports competitions. More so, the sports facilities and equipment were deemed “adequate.” Despite the unavailability of state-of-the-art sports equipment and faciliti...
APJAET - Journal ay Asia Pacific Journal of Advanced Education and Technology
Graduate students are expected to demonstrate research know-how in order to successfully complete... more Graduate students are expected to demonstrate research know-how in order to successfully complete their educational goals (CMO 53, s. 2007). This study assessed the research competence of the graduate students of the College of Education, Northwest Samar State University, Philippines. More so, this utilized descriptive-correlational design employing the use of a questionnaire to gather data on the profile and level of research competence of the graduate students. Data were analyzed and statistically treated with frequency, percentages, mean, standard deviation, and Pearson r. Results revealed that Graduate students were of middle age, mostly female, single, have been teaching for less than ten years, mostly Teacher 1, have only attended 4 to 5 days of training and whose mean length of research involvement was 1.19 year. Graduate students perceived themselves as “competent” in the indicators of research competence. Furthermore, no significant relationship was found between Graduate s...
International Journal of Applied Research in Social Sciences
Face-to-face classes were temporarily suspended and shifted to modular print learning modality du... more Face-to-face classes were temporarily suspended and shifted to modular print learning modality due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The study aimed to determine if there significant difference and relationship between parents’ involvement in modular distance learning and the academic performance of the Grade 6 learners in a public elementary school. The results revealed that parents’ involvement in their child's MDL varies substantially according to their educational attainment and family monthly income. Similarly, the educational attainment of parents and their family's monthly income are predictors of their children's academic achievement. Furthermore, it was disclosed that fathers were more likely than mothers to be involved in the learners' MDL. The findings also revealed that there was a correlation between parents' involvement in modular learning and their children's academic performance. Furthermore, the study supports prior results that parental involvement ...
Texila international journal of public health, Mar 30, 2022
The Covid-19 pandemic opens more windows to online learning globally. With this, all countries ha... more The Covid-19 pandemic opens more windows to online learning globally. With this, all countries have shifted their educational setup to online learning modalities due to this pandemic. This study assessed the level of mental and technical readiness in the online learning modality of freshmen nursing students in one of the catholic private institutions in the Philippines. The researchers made use of descriptive research. An adapted questionnaire was used as a data-gathering tool but subjected to a reliability test. Results revealed that most of the respondents were female, graduated from the STEM strand, and belong to poor families. It further disclosed that for the mental dimension, the students were ready, and for the technical dimension, they were only somewhat ready. Additionally, inferential statistics showed that among the student's profiles, the family's monthly income showed a significant difference specifically between the poor and the lower-middle-income group both in mental and technical dimensions. The proposed psycho-social programs were focused on the topmost indicators that obtained the lowest mean scores among indicators observed, such as the presence of distractions, spending 20-30 hours each week on an online course, and availability of reliable person around, lack of a printer, stable internet connection, and the student's device compatibility needed for online learning. Thus, the researchers highly recommend that the institution should intensify its orientation program on the use of the learning management system of an online learning modality and improve its program on mental health issues for both students, parents, and teachers.
American Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation
When COVID-19 became a pandemic, distant learning was adopted. As a result, teachers have had to ... more When COVID-19 became a pandemic, distant learning was adopted. As a result, teachers have had to work despite circumstances and stressors that may have affected their mental health. This study determined the teaching competencies and coping mechanisms in the new normal education among public elementary teachers in Oquendo 1 District, Schools Division of Calbayog City. The study employed a descriptive-correlation design using a survey questionnaire to gather the necessary data and information for the investigation. The tool was pilot tested and then subjected to a reliability test using Cronbach's alpha. In this study, 78 teachers from public elementary schools were selected using a combination of complete enumeration and convenience sampling techniques. Based on the result, the level of teaching competencies gained an interpretation of ‘competent across its variables such as instructional delivery, classroom management, formative assessment, and personal competencies. Moreover, ...
International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development, Mar 15, 2021
Journal of UOEH
Pain in the muscles and tendons is one of the most common complaints among teachers. The objectiv... more Pain in the muscles and tendons is one of the most common complaints among teachers. The objective of this study was to investigate the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and their risk factors among public school teachers in the Philippines. It involved 200 public school teachers in the secondary level from Calbayog City division, Samar Province, Philippines, and used an English version of the Korean Occupational Safety and Health Agency's questionnaire on MSDs for an analysis of musculoskeletal symptoms. The researchers employed frequency and percentages computations to determine the prevalence of MSDs in the respondents. Chi-square test and logistic regression were utilized to compute the correlation among socio-demographic profiles, teaching variables and MSDs. The reported overall prevalence of musculoskeletal pain was 74.5%, with legs (56.5%) and lower back (56%) having the highest prevalence. Significant differences in the prevalence of MSDs were found between age-groups (P = 0.032) and salary-groups (P = 0.045). Musculoskeletal disorders were prevalent among secondary public school teachers in the Philippines, suggesting that school administrators, curriculum and policy makers, and other stakeholders should improve the working conditions of teachers.
TEXILA INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT, 2016
International Research Journal of Social Sciences, 2019
Up till this time the adoption of agroforestry as a sustainable land use technology has a low ado... more Up till this time the adoption of agroforestry as a sustainable land use technology has a low adoption in developing countries and among upland farmers in the Philippines particularly in Calbayog Pan (CPHPL), Calbayog City, Samar. Unlike many studies in agroforestry adoption which primarily deals with farming technologies and socioeconomic analysis, this study was conducted to analyse the factors of adoption of agroforestry as a sustainable land use practice among upland farmers in exchange for an incentive economic modelling. A total of 294 upland farmers were randomly chosen as respondents to participate in the survey using a contingent valuation method with WTA approach. As a result, 77.21% of the farmers were willing to accept the incentive in the said program to shift from their current land use practice to agroforestry. farm income, age, and bid amount appea farmers are compensated very well for their service provided to downstream communities. Further, we conducted cost benefit analysis to determine the economic cost of participatin economic trade-offs among upland farmers. Since farming is the bread and butter of this upland communities policy makers need to consider the economic and socio Often, incentive programs from government are lesser compared to the income that farmers would receive from their farming activity. As such, determining the amount to be given is very important because this would add to the the program. While it is true that poverty in general and farmer's income (in particular) is not adequate in explaining land use change, market incentives (e.g. compensation to shift to sustainable land use practice) would enable payment for ecosystem services (PES) scheme to be successful. Unlike other agroforestry studies, we argue that the land use practice (e.g. shifting cultivation) should be considered in policy making for incentivizing farmers because aside from income, traditionally and culturally, in Philippines and other developing countries shifting cultivation has been the practice. As such, shifting cultivators needs to have alternative sustainable land use technology (e.g. agroforestry) with proper financing mechanism to properly implement and sustain the program.
Asia Pacific Journal of Academic Research in Social Sciences, 2018
The study explores the differences between households and commercial water user’s willingness to ... more The study explores the differences between households and commercial water user’s
willingness to pay (WTP) and their reasons for WTP for improved water supply. Random sample of water user from local water district were interviewed about their WTP. Meanwhile independent t-test and logit-regression were used in determining the differences of two groups and predicting the variables that would affect the willingness to pay respectively. Independent sample t-test shows that the two groups’ have no significant differences on awareness on Calbayog Pan-as Hayiban Protected Landscape (CPHPL), WTP, Bid Amount, and Income which theoretically would affect its perception on WTP. Meanwhile, Bid Amount and its Awareness on CPHPL showed to be a significant predictor of households and commercial water users WTP. However, it is unlikely that PES would be successful in the area since only 46.6% are willing to pay out of 445 respondents both household and commercial water users. Nevertheless, the analysis was able to estimate a value of Php 4,858,105.92 for the protection of watershed area. Awareness campaign about CPHPL in the city of Calbayog and its importance to water supply in general prior to implementation
of watershed protection program and collecting user fees among water users. Likewise, if PES would be implemented, the incremental user fee should be studied carefully as this would affect the water users (e.g. direct beneficiary of watershed) likelihood to participate in the protection program of the CPHPL.
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research), Sep 19, 2022
More so, this utilized descriptive-correlational design employing the use of a questionnaire to g... more More so, this utilized descriptive-correlational design employing the use of a questionnaire to gather data on the profile and level of research competence of the graduate students. Data were analyzed and statistically treated with frequency, percentages, mean, standard deviation, and Pearson r. Results revealed that Graduate students were of middle age, mostly female, single, have been teaching for less than ten years, mostly Teacher 1, have only attended 4 to 5 days of training and whose mean length of research involvement was 1.19 year. Graduate students perceived themselves as "competent" in the indicators of research competence. Furthermore, no significant relationship was found between Graduate students' profile and their research competence. It was also revealed that the inadequacy of training and seminar, lack of technical assistance, difficulty in identifying the researchable issues and constructing research titles, too many teaching loads/assignments, and lack of enough time to carry out research in the school were the problems encountered. Thus, it is suggested that the Graduate students must undergo enhancement training for improved research competence.
International Journal of Applied Business and International Management
A cooperative is a business organization structured by volunteers from the community's marginal g... more A cooperative is a business organization structured by volunteers from the community's marginal group with a mutually shared economic and social advantage goal. The study's objective is to determine the impact and satisfaction level of women's fishpond cooperative among its members. It randomly chose 36 cooperative members from Rosario, Northern Samar, Philippines. An adopted and modified questionnaire was utilized as a data-gathering tool for the respondents' socio-demographic profile, impact, and satisfaction level. The researchers employed a descriptive research design in the conduct of the study. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used to treat the data with the aid of statistical software. The study's findings conclude that women's fishpond cooperative contributed considerably to their socioeconomic condition. However, the members have encountered constraints and challenges in their cooperative activities, such as mismanagement, lack of capital and logistics support, and technical know-how on aquaculture production.
International journal of applied research in social sciences, May 25, 2022
Adaptation to climate change is seen as the immediate response of people anywhere in the world. H... more Adaptation to climate change is seen as the immediate response of people anywhere in the world. However, there is still a problem in its implementation as no solution fits all problems. Coastal communities' vulnerable situation is not exempted from climate change impacts, but the fact that it has numerous ecosystems provide basic life support. Thus, this paper is guided by the following objectives 1) determine ecosystems and socioeconomic sectors reliant and dependent on strategies and policies of coastal communities; and 2) examine the current adaptation strategies and activities. Focus group discussions among key officials and document analysis were carried on. After a rigorous examination, it was discovered that coastal communities are reliant on fishery and water resources ecosystem services. In this regard, adaptation options are geared toward the protection of these services to continually provide to local communities. Alternative livelihoods are also seen as a long-term response to climate change adaptation apart from policy and ordinances to protect and conserve the ecosystems.
Journal of Social Sciences and Management Studies, May 26, 2022
International journal of applied research in social sciences, May 25, 2022
Adaptation to climate change is seen as the immediate response of people anywhere in the world. H... more Adaptation to climate change is seen as the immediate response of people anywhere in the world. However, there is still a problem in its implementation as no solution fits all problems. Coastal communities' vulnerable situation is not exempted from climate change impacts, but the fact that it has numerous ecosystems provide basic life support. Thus, this paper is guided by the following objectives 1) determine ecosystems and socioeconomic sectors reliant and dependent on strategies and policies of coastal communities; and 2) examine the current adaptation strategies and activities. Focus group discussions among key officials and document analysis were carried on. After a rigorous examination, it was discovered that coastal communities are reliant on fishery and water resources ecosystem services. In this regard, adaptation options are geared toward the protection of these services to continually provide to local communities. Alternative livelihoods are also seen as a long-term response to climate change adaptation apart from policy and ordinances to protect and conserve the ecosystems.
International Journal of Applied Research in Social Sciences
Beach forests play a vital role in disaster mitigation and climate change mitigation. These fores... more Beach forests play a vital role in disaster mitigation and climate change mitigation. These forests protect coastal communities against natural calamities. It has been observed that areas with less or absence of beach forests and mangrove systems were highly devastated compared to those with. However, these ecosystems were neglected due to lesser studies and baseline information about the species diversity and community structure and its role in the overall ecology of the area. The study assessed the species diversity and community structure of beach forests in San Fernando, San Jose, Antique, Philippines. The study used the transect line plots method in an area that was purposively selected. The general floristic composition was based on an ocular survey of the selected site. Characterization of community structure was done using accepted parameters. Results showed a total of sixteen (16) beach forest species that belong to twelve (12) families. Tabernaemontana pandacaqui and Jatr...
Journal of Earth Science & Climatic Change, Sep 1, 2014
American Journal of Education and Technology
Globally, academic institutions have been impacted by COVID-19, and the majority have gone online... more Globally, academic institutions have been impacted by COVID-19, and the majority have gone online. During the pandemic, online learning was most effective. This study aimed to determine the readiness of secondary schools for online learning in the Division of Antique as perceived by the school heads and teachers of the Division of Antique. A validated survey instrument was used to gather data from the respondents. Statistical tools used include frequency, percentage, standard deviation, and mean for the descriptive analysis, then One-way ANOVA and Kruskal-Wallis Test, Least Significant Difference (LSD), and Bonferroni for the inferential analysis. The study found that secondary schools in the Division of Antique were ready to adapt to the online learning platforms of curriculum delivery as perceived by school heads and teachers. Further, it was found that there exists a significant difference in the online learning readiness of school heads and teachers when categorized according to...
American Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation
Sport promotes good health in students, as athletes are fitter and healthier than others, and the... more Sport promotes good health in students, as athletes are fitter and healthier than others, and these students are typically more active, self-assured, and enthusiastic. The study assessed the level of adequacy of sports facilities, equipment, and sports performance of the public high schools in Tinambacan District, Schools Division of Calbayog City. Descriptive-correlation research method was employed using the survey questionnaire. This study used a total enumeration as a sampling procedure since all MAPEH teachers and school heads served as the respondents. Results revealed that there is still a lack of MAPEH teachers among schools, budget allocation for sports was too meager, sports clubs were established, and sports development programs. Nevertheless, most of their athletes have participated in regional and national sports competitions. More so, the sports facilities and equipment were deemed “adequate.” Despite the unavailability of state-of-the-art sports equipment and faciliti...
APJAET - Journal ay Asia Pacific Journal of Advanced Education and Technology
Graduate students are expected to demonstrate research know-how in order to successfully complete... more Graduate students are expected to demonstrate research know-how in order to successfully complete their educational goals (CMO 53, s. 2007). This study assessed the research competence of the graduate students of the College of Education, Northwest Samar State University, Philippines. More so, this utilized descriptive-correlational design employing the use of a questionnaire to gather data on the profile and level of research competence of the graduate students. Data were analyzed and statistically treated with frequency, percentages, mean, standard deviation, and Pearson r. Results revealed that Graduate students were of middle age, mostly female, single, have been teaching for less than ten years, mostly Teacher 1, have only attended 4 to 5 days of training and whose mean length of research involvement was 1.19 year. Graduate students perceived themselves as “competent” in the indicators of research competence. Furthermore, no significant relationship was found between Graduate s...
International Journal of Applied Research in Social Sciences
Face-to-face classes were temporarily suspended and shifted to modular print learning modality du... more Face-to-face classes were temporarily suspended and shifted to modular print learning modality due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The study aimed to determine if there significant difference and relationship between parents’ involvement in modular distance learning and the academic performance of the Grade 6 learners in a public elementary school. The results revealed that parents’ involvement in their child's MDL varies substantially according to their educational attainment and family monthly income. Similarly, the educational attainment of parents and their family's monthly income are predictors of their children's academic achievement. Furthermore, it was disclosed that fathers were more likely than mothers to be involved in the learners' MDL. The findings also revealed that there was a correlation between parents' involvement in modular learning and their children's academic performance. Furthermore, the study supports prior results that parental involvement ...
Texila international journal of public health, Mar 30, 2022
The Covid-19 pandemic opens more windows to online learning globally. With this, all countries ha... more The Covid-19 pandemic opens more windows to online learning globally. With this, all countries have shifted their educational setup to online learning modalities due to this pandemic. This study assessed the level of mental and technical readiness in the online learning modality of freshmen nursing students in one of the catholic private institutions in the Philippines. The researchers made use of descriptive research. An adapted questionnaire was used as a data-gathering tool but subjected to a reliability test. Results revealed that most of the respondents were female, graduated from the STEM strand, and belong to poor families. It further disclosed that for the mental dimension, the students were ready, and for the technical dimension, they were only somewhat ready. Additionally, inferential statistics showed that among the student's profiles, the family's monthly income showed a significant difference specifically between the poor and the lower-middle-income group both in mental and technical dimensions. The proposed psycho-social programs were focused on the topmost indicators that obtained the lowest mean scores among indicators observed, such as the presence of distractions, spending 20-30 hours each week on an online course, and availability of reliable person around, lack of a printer, stable internet connection, and the student's device compatibility needed for online learning. Thus, the researchers highly recommend that the institution should intensify its orientation program on the use of the learning management system of an online learning modality and improve its program on mental health issues for both students, parents, and teachers.
American Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Innovation
When COVID-19 became a pandemic, distant learning was adopted. As a result, teachers have had to ... more When COVID-19 became a pandemic, distant learning was adopted. As a result, teachers have had to work despite circumstances and stressors that may have affected their mental health. This study determined the teaching competencies and coping mechanisms in the new normal education among public elementary teachers in Oquendo 1 District, Schools Division of Calbayog City. The study employed a descriptive-correlation design using a survey questionnaire to gather the necessary data and information for the investigation. The tool was pilot tested and then subjected to a reliability test using Cronbach's alpha. In this study, 78 teachers from public elementary schools were selected using a combination of complete enumeration and convenience sampling techniques. Based on the result, the level of teaching competencies gained an interpretation of ‘competent across its variables such as instructional delivery, classroom management, formative assessment, and personal competencies. Moreover, ...
International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development, Mar 15, 2021
Journal of UOEH
Pain in the muscles and tendons is one of the most common complaints among teachers. The objectiv... more Pain in the muscles and tendons is one of the most common complaints among teachers. The objective of this study was to investigate the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and their risk factors among public school teachers in the Philippines. It involved 200 public school teachers in the secondary level from Calbayog City division, Samar Province, Philippines, and used an English version of the Korean Occupational Safety and Health Agency's questionnaire on MSDs for an analysis of musculoskeletal symptoms. The researchers employed frequency and percentages computations to determine the prevalence of MSDs in the respondents. Chi-square test and logistic regression were utilized to compute the correlation among socio-demographic profiles, teaching variables and MSDs. The reported overall prevalence of musculoskeletal pain was 74.5%, with legs (56.5%) and lower back (56%) having the highest prevalence. Significant differences in the prevalence of MSDs were found between age-groups (P = 0.032) and salary-groups (P = 0.045). Musculoskeletal disorders were prevalent among secondary public school teachers in the Philippines, suggesting that school administrators, curriculum and policy makers, and other stakeholders should improve the working conditions of teachers.
TEXILA INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT, 2016