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THE COMBINED MEDIATING EFFECTS OF SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP AND LEADER-SUBORDINATE EMPOWERMENT ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PATERNALISTIC LEADERSHIP OF SCHOOL HEADS AND QUALITY OF WORK LIFE OF PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS
Get PDFThis study investigated the mediating roles of supervisory relationships and leader-subordinate empowerment expectations (LSEEs) in the relationship between paternalistic leadership and teachers' quality of work life. Using a quantitative, non-experimental correlational design, data were collected from 400 public elementary school teachers across four major divisions (South Cotabato, General Santos City, Sarangani, and Koronadal) in Region XII, Philippines. The study employed a stratified random sampling and survey methodology. Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation coefficients, and path analysis. Results revealed significant positive correlations between paternalistic leadership and three variables: supervisory relationships, empowerment expectations, and quality of work life. Furthermore, both supervisory relationships and empowerment expectations demonstrated positive correlations with quality of work life. Path analysis confirmed that supervisory relationships and empowerment expectations served as partial mediators in the relationship between paternalistic leadership and quality of work life. These findings indicate that school heads' paternalistic leadership style can enhance teachers' quality of work life through improved supervisory relationships and increased empowerment expectations. The study contributes to understanding leadership dynamics in educational settings and provides practical implications for school administration and teacher development. SDG Indicator: #4 (Quality Education) Article visualizations
THE MEDIATING EFFECT OF GENERAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEANS EFFICACY ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN JOB SATISFACTION AND PROFESSIONALISM AMONG PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS
Get PDFThis study aimed to determine the mediating effect of general organizational means efficacy on the relationship between job satisfaction and professionalism among public elementary school teachers. Using quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, data were obtained from 313 elementary public-school teachers from the two districts, Kiblawan North and Kiblawan South, under the Division of Davao del Sur. The researcher utilized the total population technique and survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r and Path Analysis. From the result of the study, it was found out that there is a moderate level of mean scores for organizational culture and a high level for professionalism, as well as a high level for general organizational means efficacy. Also, results revealed a significant relationship between job satisfaction and professionalism, job satisfaction and general organizational means efficacy, and general organizational means efficacy and professionalism. Further, it was revealed that there was a partial mediation effect of general organizational means efficacy on the relationship between job satisfaction and professionalism. It implies that general organizational means efficacy conveys job satisfaction. SDG Indicator: #4 (Quality Education) Article visualizations
THE IMPACT OF UNIVERSITY PEDAGOGY
Get PDFUniversity Pedagogy focuses on improving teaching skills and learning outcomes. As an interdisciplinary discipline, it draws on evidence from psychology, education, and social sciences to provide empirical evidence for effective teaching practices. In recent decades, there have been various discussions about innovative teaching methods and the importance of critical reflection for academics. All of these issues pose challenges for researchers, as technological and economic developments directly affect the role of universities and all involved members of the academic community. This research focuses on the impact of university pedagogy through data that highlight, on the one hand, its significant contribution and, on the other, the challenges it is called upon to address directly. University institutions are experiencing a new normal, where professors and students are deemed necessary to cope with the complex nature of modern university teaching with consistency and efficiency. Article visualizations
INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOR OF SCHOOL HEADS, WORK VALUES AND MENTAL HEALTH OF TEACHERS: A PATH MODEL ON TEACHERS’ SELF-ESTEEM
Get PDFThis study was conducted to determine the best-fit path model on teachers’ self-esteem in the Department of Education in Region XII as estimated by instructional leadership behavior of school heads, teachers’ mental health and work values. It was conducted from May 2024 to September 2024. The study used a quantitative, non-experimental research design using correlational techniques and path analysis. A total of 400 elementary teachers from Sarangani, General Santos, Koronadal and South Cotabato divisions were determined and surveyed using the stratified sampling procedure. Mean, Pearson r, and path analysis were used as statistical tools. Moreover, adapted, modified and validated survey questionnaires were used as data collection tools. Results show that the level of instructional leadership behavior of school heads is very high. Additionally, the level of work values among elementary teachers is very high. On the other hand, the level of mental health among elementary teachers is high. Consequently, the level of teachers’ self-esteem. Model 3 came out as the best-fit model that predicts teachers’ self-esteem. The model showed that instructional leadership behavior, teachers’ work values and mental health predict teachers’ self-esteem among elementary school teachers in Region XII. Article visualizations
ATTITUDE TOWARDS MULTI-GRADE CLASSROOMS AND CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES AS DETERMINANTS OF TEACHER COMPETENCIES IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Get PDFThe primary aim of the study is to find out if teachers’ attitude towards multi-grade classrooms and classroom management strategies are determinants of teacher competencies in public schools. Utilizing non-experimental, quantitative-descriptive correlation technique, data were obtained from a sample size of 300 respondents who are public elementary teachers in the 10 districts of the Division of Davao Oriental. The researcher utilized total population sampling and an online survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r, and regression analysis. From the results of the study, it was found that there is a high level of teachers’ attitude towards multi-grade classrooms. Also, results revealed that there is a very high level of classroom management strategies and teacher competencies. Moreover, there is a significant relationship between teachers’ attitude towards multi-grade classrooms and teacher competencies. In addition, classroom management strategies are positively correlated with teacher competencies. Further, teachers’ attitude towards multi-grade classrooms and classroom management strategies are determinants of teacher competencies. This implies that teachers’ attitude towards multi-grade classrooms and classroom management strategies have something to do with teacher competencies.SDG Indicator: #4 Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all Article visualizations
L2 PROFESSORS’ PERSPECTIVE ON THE CREATION AND USE OF OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Get PDFOpen Educational Resources (OER) are teaching materials available online and for free and with as few limitations to access as possible. These materials offer a wide range of advantages in terms of availability, adaptability, and motivation. However, there are certain issues that must be addressed to ensure their widespread use, including funding, incentives, digital competence, or time and effort invested in their creation, among others. The purpose of this study is to survey L2 university professors to discover the main benefits and obstacles that this kind of materials poses for these professionals, being this group of subjects one that enjoys great autonomy to select class materials outside traditional textbooks. The ultimate goal of the study was to compare these findings with previous academic literature in order to observe if there have been any shifts in how OER are perceived. The findings reveal that while advantages traditionally associated with OER persist, there seems to be a shift regarding the obstacles faced by professionals in the field of education, with some disadvantages losing importance while new ones appear to be gaining prominence. Article visualizations
AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE ENGLISH LEARNING MOTIVATION AND STRATEGIES OF EFL STUDENTS AT A CONTINUING EDUCATION CENTER IN THE MEKONG DELTA, VIETNAM
Get PDFNumerous studies have highlighted the strong connection between language learning motivation and the use of learning strategies (e.g., Oxford, 1989; Chamot et al., 1999). This study investigates the level of motivation among students at Long My Continuing Education Center in Hau Giang Province, in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam, in learning English, as well as the strategies they employ. Also, it explores the correlation between their motivation and strategy use. Using a descriptive research approach, the study surveyed 70 of 10th-Grade students from the Center. Data were collected through a Motivation questionnaire (adapted from Schmidt et al., 1996) and a Strategy Use questionnaire (adapted from Oxford, 1990). The results indicated that the students’ motivation was generally high, with extrinsic motivation significantly surpassing intrinsic motivation, which remained at an average level. Regarding strategy use, students applied learning strategies at an average level. Moreover, a strong correlation was found between their motivation and the strategies they used. Based on these findings, the study offers several practical recommendations aimed at enhancing both students' motivation and strategy use, ultimately improving their English language learning outcomes. Article visualizations
CLASSIFICATION FOR SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION, ANXIETY AND STRESS IN STUDENTS DURING THE FIRST COVID-19 LOCKDOWN
Get PDFThis study presents a comprehensive analysis of the classification of depression, anxiety, and stress levels among students during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in Greece using machine learning methods. Leveraging a dataset derived from 1016 responses to the Dass21 questionnaire, this research evaluates the efficacy of five classifiers, IBk (KNN=3), Random Forest, MLP, FURIA, and SMO—in categorizing individuals' mental health status. The findings underscore the potential of machine learning in psychiatric evaluation and the importance of early detection and tailored interventions in mental health care. Article visualizations
ASSESSMENT SCORE POLLUTION AS CATALYST OF POOR QUALITY OF STUDENTS' PERFORMANCE
Get PDFThe present learners' dissatisfaction with their assessment scores in terms of their use, inferences, and educational improvements has urged many facilitators and examiners to train and prepare examinees to complete their assessments. The demand to raise assessment scores has resulted in conditions and practices that pollute and contaminate the reliability and validity of assessment scores. This study, therefore, seeks to examine the factors perceived as contributors to assessment score pollution. The study employed a descriptive survey to gather data and analyzed using means and standard deviations. A sample size of 248 teachers who had access to an Android device and internet connectivity were purposefully selected for this study. The results confirmed that factors related to assessment preparation, assessment administration, and external factors (parents and community) were the primary causes of assessment score pollution in the district. The researchers recommended that the District Education Service directorates should organize in-service training for teachers on testing procedures. Parents and the community should also be educated on the consequences of test pollution through parents’ association meetings and seminars by the district education office. Authentic and differentiated assessments were also recommended to replace the current standardized assessment practices. Article visualizations
THEMES AND POTENTIAL GAPS IN RESEARCH ON VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND UNIVERSITIES OF APPLIED SCIENCES IN FINLAND: A SCOPING REVIEW OF STUDIES PUBLISHED IN 2020–2022
Get PDFThis scoping literature review examined studies conducted in Finland in 2020–2022 in the context of vocational education and university of applied sciences education. The aim was to map research related to the theme published in national and international journals, to gain insight into the research field and to identify key themes. A total of 60 peer-reviewed articles were selected for the review. The study analysed the articles published in the two Finnish journals focusing on adult education and vocational education (n=15). In addition, articles published in international scientific journals (n=45) were analysed from the most relevant databases. Eleven thematic content areas were identified from the studies, which collectively construct a representation of a digitalising, work-oriented research field in which student-centeredness can be seen as evident in studies related to, for example, career paths and competence-based approaches. Of the studies, 30 had been carried out primarily in the context of a university of applied sciences, while 30 articles dealt primarily with vocational upper secondary school context. There were 9 studies carried out at several different levels of education, and in addition, the level of examination in six studies was societal. The results show that there is a need for more research in the areas of sustainable development, future competences, diversity and well-being, as well as a need to further investigate the growing importance of digitalization, especially of artificial intelligence. Based on the results, it is possible to identify both research gaps and current challenges and phenomena related to learning and societal discourse. Article visualizations