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Exploring Semantic Discrepancies of Selected Religious Terminologies in English and Arabic
Full text linkThis research tries to examine the semantic discrepancies of religious terms in both English and Arabic, concentrating on the implications of such differences for translation, intercultural communication, and understanding of such terms. Religious terminology often symbolizes deep cultural, historical, and theological nuances, which can lead to divergent interpretations when translated between these two languages. The study adopts a contrastive semantic analysis approach, identifying key terms within Islamic and Christian traditions, and analyzing their linguistic, contextual, and cultural dimensions. It highlights how religious terms in Arabic could carry layered meanings that are not fully captured by their English counterparts. Conversely, English religious terms might encompass theological connotations that may lack equivalent expressions in Arabic. This paper aims to provide insights into the difficulties of religious translation to shed light and address these semantic gaps, fostering better intercultural understanding and preserving the integrity of the original terms
Parental Involvement and Digital Competence as Predictors of Academic Commitment
Full text linkThis research aims to examine the connection of parental involvement and digital competence in educational setting and how they are influenced by academic commitment. The objectives of this study are to evaluate the levels of parental involvement, digital competence, and academic commitment, and identify the major links and intervening effects among these variables. Descriptive-correlational design is employed in this study and targeted a total of three hundred (300) respondents. The researcher used a stratified random sampling technique using Slovin’s formula to get the ideal sample size targeting 18 years old and above senior high school students in three public secondary schools in Loreto, Agusan del Sur. In person meetings are used to administer questionnaires to ensure reliability of the data. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study’s results indicated that there were high levels of parental involvement, digital competence and academic commitment. Parental Involvement had a significant relationship with academic commitment, also digital competence had a significant relationship with academic commitment. Furthermore, this means that parental involvement and digital competence predicts academic commitment as indicated by the correlation analysis. The study implies that the combination of high parental involvement and proficient digital competence in teaching forms a supportive framework that significantly boosts students’ academic commitment. Therefore, the study indicates that collaborative effort between parents and educators a conducive learning environment. Parents should provide encouragement, model positive behaviors, and attend school meetings; teachers should undergo professional development in digital literacy
The Motive of The Suicide: A Forensic Linguistic Study
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This study investigates the message of a person who committed suicide in a letter that was found on 7th September 2021. To define the messages in the letter, this study observed the realization of the theme and rheme types and structure. So, there are three focuses of this study; (1) how is the realization of theme and rheme in the letter, (2) how is the structure of the theme and rheme in the letter, and (3) what are the messages the person who committed suicide wanted the readers to know. The analysis defined three findings. First, most of the themes are in the type of single-ideational which explains the confession of the writer because the theory of ideational theme explains it as a theme for a statement or declarative mode of clause. In this first finding, the writer was identified as well-committed in his action of doing suicide. Second, all the themes from each clause are linked in a Constant thematic pattern. This second finding explains the cohesion of the ideas of the writer in his writings. Third, the statement of the writer which was indicated by the single ideational theme and the message unity which was explained the by finding of the constant thematic progression pattern explained 4 messages (1) a giving responsibility of his children to his wife, (2) complains about his wife disrespect to him, (3) a farewell to his children, and (4) a confirmation of his authorship in the letter. The messages which are defined in the letter tell that the motive of the suicide is “a long-term marriage conflict”
The Efficacy of a Validated Strategic Intervention Material in Multiplication of Fractions
Full text linkThis study investigated the efficacy of a Validated Strategic Intervention Material (SIM), in enhancing fifth-graders' proficiency in Multiplying Fractions. A pretest-posttest quasi-experimental design was employed with 43 learners of Hamogaway Elementary School as the participants of the study, divided into control and experimental groups. The learners in the experimental group were taught using the SIM, while the control group received traditional instruction. The results revealed significant improvement in the experimental group's multiplication skills compared to the control group. Learners exposed to SIM achieved a substantially higher mastery rate (62%) compared to the control group (23%). Analysis of gain scores further supported this finding. Learner feedback regarding the SIM was generally positive. The learners rated highly the content, clarity, applicability, usefulness, and format of the SIM. Areas for minor improvement included factual accuracy of information, promoting independent learning, and clarity in specific sections. Based on the findings, the study recommends widespread adoption of the SIM, teacher training for effective implementation, further research on learning styles and addressing challenges, and dissemination of the improved SIM for broader impact
The Resilience and the Practices of Teachers: The Case of Agsabo
Full text linkThis qualitative case study explored the resilience and teaching practices of three teachers at Agsabo Elementary School, an Indigenous Peoples Education (IPED) school in Agusan del Sur. The participants, each with at least five years of teaching experience, were interviewed guided with interview schedules through in-depth, face-to-face sessions, each lasting up to two hours. The study aimed to address five key questions regarding teacher resilience, including definitions of resilience, strategies for engaging Indigenous learners, the impact of professional development programs, the role of administrative support, and the influence of learners, peers, administrators, and community interactions. The findings reveal that teachers at Agsabo define resilience manifested through patience and the ability to align and adapt their teaching strategies to societal and contextual needs of indigenous peoples (IP) learners. They utilized culturally accurate instruction, language preservation, and differentiated strategies to engage IP learners, building resilience through community observation and immersion. Professional development programs, particularly training on Canva and Evalbee, enhanced teachers’ resilience by improving classroom efficiency and boosting confidence in using technology. Administrative support, including financial aid, support for mental health and wellness, and proactive leadership, play a critical role in maintaining teacher well-being and sustaining effective teaching practices. Furthermore, interactions with learners, peers, administrators, and the community were found to significantly strengthen teachers' resilience and effectiveness, fostering motivation, improving instructional strategies, and aligning teaching with learners’ cultural backgrounds. These interconnected factors contribute to a supportive and effective teaching environment, highlighting the importance of comprehensive support systems for teacher resilience in an IPED school
The Efficacy of Fuller Approach on the Reading Performance of the Grade 7 Students of Villa Kananga Integrated School
Full text linkThis study assessed the efficacy of the Fuller Approach—a structured reading intervention combining phonics, alphabet recognition, and whole-word recognition—on the reading performance of Grade 7 students at Villa Kananga Integrated School, Butuan City. Using a one-group pre-experimental design, the research measured students’ reading skills before and after the intervention. The Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI) served as the primary tool for data collection, evaluating word recognition, reading speed, and comprehension. Results revealed a significant improvement in reading performance, as evidenced by increased posttest scores in all areas: word recognition, reading comprehension, words Correct Per Minute (WCPM), and error rate reduction. A paired sample t-test confirmed the statistical significance of the observed gains (p<0.001). Theoretical frameworks such as Schema Theory and Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory supported the study, highlighting the importance of prior knowledge, scaffolding, and socially mediated learning. The findings affirm that the Fuller Approach is a highly effective method for enhancing reading fluency and comprehension among struggling readers. The study recommends continued application of this approach, enhanced teacher training, and the integration of individualized interventions to sustain student reading gains
Exploring the Best Practices in Teaching Filipino 6 at Southeast Butuan District: Basis for a Proposed Enhancement of Learning Action Cell (LAC) Sessions
Full text linkThis phenomenological study explored the best practices of teaching Filipino 6 in Southeast Butuan District, Philippines, during the S.Y 2024-2025. Six experienced Filipino 6 teachers, recognized for their expertise, were purposively selected within the district. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with the teachers, focusing on their classroom management, lesson preparation, lesson delivery, utilization of instructional materials and assessment. Additionally, focus group discussions were conducted with students to gain insights into their perceptions of the teachers' practices. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze the qualitative data, revealing key themes related to effective teaching practices in Filipino 6. The Study found that experienced Filipino 6 teachers in the district demonstrate a strong understanding of effective pedagogical practices. These practices include creating a conducive learning environment, establishing clear rules and expectations, maintaining a clean and organized classroom, providing regular feedback, preparing well-structured lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, and employing diverse teaching strategies to engage students, utilizing learning materials and measure learning through valid and reliable assessment. Notably, there was a clear alignment between teacher practices and student perceptions, indicating that students are actively aware of and positively influenced by their teachers' efforts to create a structured and supportive learning environment. Based on the findings, a district-wide policy is proposed to monitor and enhance best practices through orientations, classroom observations, and continuous professional development for teachers. This policy aims to promote the use of technology, encourage collaboration among the teachers, and to ensure effective learning experience for all students in the district
Applying Communicative Language Teaching in Science Instruction
Full text linkThis study aimed to determine the impact of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach in the engagement and understanding of science concept of Grade 8 students at Integrated Laboratory Science High School of Mindanao State University-Maguindanao school year 2023-2024. It sought answer to the following research problems; what are the pretest and posttest scores of the respondents in role playing, graphic organizer, word hunts, broadcasting and dramatization? and Is there a significant difference between the pretest and posttest scores of the respondents in role playing, graphic organizer, word hunts, broadcasting and dramatization? This study is quantitative in nature, a one-group pretest-posttest design. The researcher – made 75 items test questions was the instrument used to gather the data before and after the two - months intervention. Results showed the pretest grand mean score 8.05 described as good and the posttest score 11. 37 described as very good. The t-test results revealed a p-value 0.000 with significant difference at 0.05 level of significance. Thus, there is enough evidence to reject the null hypothesis that there is no significant difference between the pretest and posttest of the respondents. Based on the results, it is concluded that the intervention, CLT approach in teaching Science has positive impact on the respondents’ performance in improving their engagement and understanding the concept. Strategies like roleplaying, graphic organizer, word hunts, broadcasting and dramatization help the respondents use English language in the class activities and improve their linguistic competence. 
The Operational Practices of Selected Private Higher Education Institutions in Agusan Del Norte
Full text linkThis research intended to study the operational practices of selected private higher education institutions in Agusan del Norte. Specifically, it sought to determine the extent to which operational practices are observed by the HEIs in the areas of: forecasting, enrolment promotional activities, capacity planning and expansion, and facilities and equipment upgrading. Using the descriptive survey method and with the aid of a researcher-made questionnaire, the following findings were established: 1) the practices of HEIs in the areas of forecasting, enrolment and promotional activities, and capacity planning and expansion were rated to a great extent, while the facilities and equipment upgrading was rated to a very great extent; 2) there is no significant difference in responses among schools using Friedman’s test; and 3) there is a significant difference in certain areas between positions of respondents using ANOVA test
Euphemism in IBerhamsyah Barbary's Verse 1001 Gurindam
Full text linkThe study on euphemism in IBerhamsyah Barbary’s 1001 Gurindam explores the use of refined language in traditional Malay poem. This study highlights the importance of language in conveying messages and ideas effectively while also avoiding impoliteness or offended feelings of others. The goal of the study is to examine the many kinds of euphemisms that are employed in the 1001 Gurindam verses and determine how they enhance the language's general elegance and civility. This study examined euphemism in IBerhamsyah Barbary's Verse 1001 Gurindam using a qualitative methodology. Taylor, Bogdan & Devault ( 2016 ) claimed that the descriptive qualitative approach is a research process that generates data from people's written or spoken words and observable behavior. The findings reveal that the most common types of euphemisms used in the 1001 Gurindam are Metaphors 39,65% , Jargon 22,41% and Figurative expressions 18,9%. These types of euphemisms are used to convey complex ideas and emotions more subtly and politely, making the language more refined and beautiful to hear. The study also highlights the use of other types of euphemisms, such as one-for-one substitutions 8,6% , colloquial expressions 6,8% and hyperbole 3,4%, which contribute to the overall refinement of the language. The study demonstrates that euphemism plays a significant role in refining the language used in traditional Malay poem, such as the 1001 Gurindam. The various types of euphemisms used in the verses contributing to the overall politeness and beauty of the language, making it more effective in conveying messages and ideas