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Political Regimes and Paradigms in Bangladesh
No full textWhen scholars, stakeholders, and the international community consider revitalizing democracy in Bangladesh a terrific challenge, the substantive question arises: did the country hold democracy in the true sense under any regime? Throughout its long political history, it has attained some structural democracy, but it still falls short of institutional democratic standards. Following a glorious, challenging, and victorious struggle for independence, it underwent post-independence governance, military dictatorship, and the democratic movement that resulted in structural democracy and “particracy.” The essay offers a comprehensive examination and critique of the political regime’s perspectives in Bangladesh with respect to this issue. This article helps readers better comprehend Bangladesh’s governance, political and democratic processes, and development phenomena under different regimes
Exploring teacher professional identity of public school veteran teachers: A multiple-case study
No full textBeing the core of who teachers are and what they do, teacher professional identity (TPI) shapes teachers’ behavior and influences student learning. However, only a few studies concentrate on those who have stayed longer in the profession, particularly older and so-called ‘veteran’ teachers (VTs) with at least 20 years of experience. Aiming to provide insights into their TPI as crucial information to support their continued practice in promoting student achievement, this multiple case study approach explored how VTs in public school settings describe their TPI based on its essential features and teaching practices that reflect their identity. Two cases of VTs participated based on teaching position –Master Teacher I-III VTs and Teacher II-III VTs, generating qualitative data from semi-structured interviews, documentary analysis, and participant observations. Reflexive thematic analysis for each case and cross-case analysis revealed that VTs’ TPI is shaped by professional career milestones and personal life events. These VTs perceive their TPI as having several sub-identities based on professional growth, teaching role evolution, and expansion over their career stages. Various contextual factors strengthen VTs’ TPI, such as professional support from the principal and colleagues, motivational influences through family, and continual professional development activities, while also facing constraining factors such as teacher challenges and demotivators. VTs exercise their teacher agency by shaping their professional paths with engagement in professional growth and development. VTs’ TPI is reflected through a flexible application of established, time-tested strategies and innovative, ICT-based, learner-centered teaching practices. Finally, a veteran teacher professional identity model was developed, explaining the context-based nuances of their TPI. Conclusions and recommendations were discussed, which may be utilized for policy-making, program development, and future research, improving empirical knowledge on TPI
The moderating role of community connectedness on the effects of perceived stigma on mental health help-seeking attitude of Filipino LGBTQIAs living in the Philippines
No full textThe minority stress model of Ilan Meyer explained that stigma-related stressors bring adverse mental and physical health outcomes to members of sexual minorities and at the same time explains that minority stress activates psychological resources such as resilience to buffer the negative effects on health outcomes. The study investigated the moderating role of community connectedness (CC), a form of community resilience, on the relationship between stigma-related stressor called perceived stigma (PS) and mental health help-seeking attitudes (MHHSA) among Filipino LGBTQIAs living in the Philippines. A total of 418 self-identified Filipino LGBTQIAs living in the Philippines aged 18 to 59 participated in the study and responded to an online questionnaire. The research employed cross-sectional explanatory methods following a quantitative non-experimental design with moderation analysis. Using Haye’s Process Model, results revealed no significant interaction effect indicating that CC does not moderate the relationship between PS and MHHSA. PS showed no direct effect on MHHSA but had a weak negative relationship with CC. In contrast, CC was positively and significantly related to MHHSA highlighting its potential as a protective factor. These findings suggest that fostering connectedness to the LGBTQIA+ community may be more critical than reducing the effect of PS alone in explaining positive attitudes towards mental health help-seeking. Directions for future research were discussed
Green synthesis of bimetallic Fe-Mn oxide nanoparticles and evaluation of their antioxidant, antibacterial, and T1-T2 contrast-enhancing properties
No full textBimetallic (Fe-Mn) and monometallic (Fe and Mn) oxide nanoparticles were successfully synthesized via a green approach using akapulko (Cassia alata) leaf extracts, followed by surface modification with polyacrylic acid (PAA) to enhance their potential for antioxidant, antibacterial, and biomedical imaging applications. Comprehensive characterization confirmed their spherical morphology. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) revealed nanoscale sizes of 16.82 ± 4.06 nm for Fe-O, 179 ± 37.0 nm for Mn-O, and 21.12 ± 7.98 nm for Fe-Mn oxide nanoparticles. Notably, Fe-Mn oxide nanoparticles demonstrated strong antioxidant activity, with an IC₅₀ value of 3.16 ± 0.002 ppm. They showed high relaxivity values (r₁ = 21.59 ± 6.01 mM⁻¹s⁻¹ and r₂ = 50.84 ± 1.70 mM⁻¹s⁻¹), yielding an r₂/r₁ ratio of 2.47±0.60, confirming their dual-mode (T₁/T₂) MRI contrast agent capability. Overall, these green-synthesized nanoparticles hold considerable promise as eco-friendly MRI contrast agents with potent antioxidant properties. Although the antibacterial assay revealed no antibacterial activity against Gram-positive Staphylococcus aureus UPCC 1143 (ATCC 6538) and Gram-negative and Escherichia coli UPCC 1195 (ATCC 25922), this result allows valuable insight, and provides for a precise focus on the nanoparticles\u27 most effective applications. This study provides a novel green-chemistry platform for producing multifunctional Fe-Mn oxide bimetallic nanoparticles with encouraging in vitro performance. The demonstrated potent antioxidant activity, combined with their dual-mode (T₁ and T₂) MRI contrast capabilities, highlights their promise as a sustainable and advanced alternative for biomedical applications.
Keywords: Fe-Mn Oxide nanoparticles, green synthesis, akapulko (C. alata), dual- functional, MRI contrast agent
Homeschooling: An Alternative Learning Modality for K-12 Students in the Post-Pandemic Era
Get PDFThe rise of homeschooling amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in the Philippines, prompted this study to explore its viability as an alternative to traditional schooling. Concerns over health and dissatisfaction with existing educational systems drove parents to opt for homeschooling despite challenges such as limited resources and socialization opportunities. Utilizing interviews, online surveys, and onsite observations, this research aimed to dispel stigmas and misconceptions surrounding homeschooling while highlighting its diverse approaches and philosophies. Research objectives encompass evaluating reasons for choosing homeschooling, understanding its impact on children\u27s educational, physical, mental, social, and emotional needs, and assessing overall satisfaction with the homeschooling experience. Findings indicate that homeschooled children are content with their mode of learning, contradicting perceptions of inferior education and socialization. Conclusions drawn suggest that homeschooling is a viable alternative to traditional schooling, offering benefits such as flexibility in scheduling and reduced expenses. Moreover, it fosters stronger parent-child relationships and provides opportunities for self-exploration. Recommendations include implementing organized time management plans, advocating for homeschoolers within educational systems, ensuring parental awareness of challenges, and integrating extra-curricular programs to enhance social, cognitive, and physical development among homeschool learners
Free for All: The Cost of Political Freedom Without Competence Standards
No full textIn democratic societies, political participation is a fundamental right, allowing every citizen, regardless of background, to run for office. However, this political freedom raises pressing questions about governance quality when competence standards are not in place. The tension between democratic inclusivity and the need for competent leadership becomes particularly relevant in educational settings where future leaders are shaped. This study aims to explore how student leaders perceive and experience political freedom in the absence of defined competence criteria in leadership roles. Guided by a transcendental phenomenological design, the study involved 20 purposively selected student leaders from Columban College, Inc., Basic Education Department–Asinan Campus. Structured interviews were conducted and analyzed using six-phase thematic analysis. Findings reveal that while participants value democratic access to leadership, they also recognize the dangers of unqualified individuals holding power, citing inefficiency and corruption as common outcomes. Participants shared personal encounters with leadership gaps and emphasized the importance of balancing democratic ideals with competence-based standards. The study concludes by recommending the integration of political literacy and competence development in leadership, with broader implications for strengthening democratic governance in both academic and national contexts