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Revisiting the learning commons: An analysis of concepts and themes
No full textThis study discusses the learning commons concept in depth by looking at how it has evolved over time, based on the themes discussed in the scholarly research within the last 6 years and contextualizing its trend. It investigates the status of research productivity and impact, trends in the concept, and identifies common, emerging, and dominant themes. Bibliometric and thematic content analyses were employed as research approaches. Scopus database was used to search for relevant content. Coded data was subjected to a validation process to ensure agreement, consistency in relevance, and theme interpretation. Findings reveal that research conducted on the commons concept has been productive and developing. The commons is transformative and adaptive to the times. Library as space held a consistent interest among libraries as the top theme. The concepts and themes surrounding the learning commons are continuously changing and evolving, reflecting the boundless and seamless nature of knowledge and social spaces
Ang entablado bilang banal na espasyo: Pagdalumat sa ritwal pangkabanalan ng samahang El Shaddai
No full textThis study is an exploration of the rituals performed by the El Shaddai community during their weekly gatherings. By examining these rituals, the research sought to understand how the community creates, sustains, and deepens its spiritual and social bonds. More specifically, the dissertation aimed to: (1) trace the origins and institutional history of El Shaddai, (2) map the rituals enacted during their weekly assemblies, and (3) analyze the significance of these rituals in the spiritual lives and social relationships of its members. Guided by Phenomenology and informed by indigenous research methods—participant observation, informal interviews, storytelling, and the cultivation of rapport—the study successfully identified and interpreted the rituals they perform and their spiritual meanings for members.
In addition, the study drew extensively from various sources such as the teachings of Bro. Mike Velarde (published and unpublished), members’ testimonies (published and unpublished), Bagong Liwanag Magazine, the Omnibus Code, and Bro. Mike Velarde’s books to contextualize the roots of the El Shaddai community. Participant observation was conducted over five Saturdays at Amvel City in Parañaque City, the site where these rituals are performed. The researcher found that the life of Velarde and the history of El Shaddai cannot be separated; each serves as a mirror to the other, and discussing one without considering the other leads to an incomplete understanding of the whole narrative.
The study identified seven rituals that constitute the ritualistic flow of their gathering. Members’ narratives further reveal that ritual is not merely a spiritual act but also a mechanism for shaping collective identity and interweaving shared spiritual experiences. In alignment with James Carey’s theory of Ritual Communication—which holds that communication is not only the transmission of information but a process of meaning-making and community-building—the findings highlight the vital role of ritual in strengthening collective spirituality.
As its contribution, the study proposes the model “The Stage as Sacred Space: A Triadic Conceptualization of the Flow of Sacredness,” which illustrates how sacredness emerges through three key zones of the stage—Front, Middle, and Back—as foundations of the members’ spiritual journey. Overall, the research demonstrates that ritual is a critical mechanism of communication, collective identity formation, and spiritual integration in contemporary Filipino religiosity.
Keywords: Bro. Mike Velarde, El Shaddai, James Carey, community, ritual, Ritual Communicatio
Process-focused validation of the human movement proportion (M/MC) in the Rorschach performance assessment system (R-PAS): Evidence for cognitive–affective regulation in coping
No full textCoping has traditionally been conceptualized as a deliberate, conscious effort to manage stress and adapt to challenge; yet contemporary perspectives increasingly recognize that the capacity to cope depends as much on implicit processes as on explicit strategies. Guided by Bornstein’s (2011, 2012) process-focused validation framework and the Coping Circumplex Model (CCM; Stanilawski, 2019), the current study examined the Human Movement Proportion (M Proportion; M/MC) in the Rorschach Performance Assessment System (R-PAS©) as a performance-based measure of coping. A two-study design was employed to evaluate both the outcome- and process-focused validity of M/MC: Study 1 investigated its psychometric adequacy, while Study 2 implemented a mixed-design experiment to test its responsiveness to a coping strategy manipulation and examine its moderating influence on the behavioral enactment of coping. Results indicated that M/MC is a reliable and valid indicator, representing a trait-like, implicit regulatory capacity that maintains equilibrium between cognitive and affective resources. It does so through a dynamic, compensatory process directing coping effort toward greater overall adaptive balance. Grounded in the unique measurement properties of M/MC, the study advances existing conceptualizations of coping and demonstrates the utility of performance-based assessment in capturing psychological resources that operate beyond conscious awareness
Synthesizing the Miller-Carens debate on open borders: A Mabinian approach to immigration ethics
No full textImmigration debates increasingly spotlight socio-political and moral philosophy, particularly the ethical considerations of border control. Prominent scholars David Miller and Joseph Carens offer contrasting views. Miller argues that open borders threaten the welfare state by eroding citizens\u27 trust and thus advocates for restrictions to protect it. In contrast, Carens criticizes the notion that liberal democracies have a moral right to control immigration, likening closed borders to modern feudalism. He believes open borders are necessary to aid those suffering from global injustices. To synthesize these perspectives, this study uses Apolinario Mabini’s philosophy of nationalism as a framework. Mabini’s ideas support Miller’s view on maintaining trust among co-nationals but emphasize that this trust is feasible only if people view each other as part of a shared nationality. This study proposes that Mabini’s nationalism offers a balanced perspective between Miller’s restrictive approach and Carens’ open-border advocacy. It argues that while large-scale immigration can be transformative, Mabini’s philosophy provides an understanding of how to ethically navigate the complexities of immigration policy
The Economics of Homelessness: A Quantitative Study on Homeless Willingness to Pay for Affordable Housing in Thailand
No full textThis study investigates the willingness to pay (WTP) for housing among homeless individuals in Thailand, using the contingent valuation method (CVM) and a structured choice experiment model. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews with 90 homeless individuals from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Khon Kaen. The study aims to understand the economic value that homeless individuals are willing to pay for various types of homelessness-related housing, as well as the factors influencing their WTP. The findings reveal that while most homeless individuals express a preference for affordable rental housing, their financial capacity remains limited due to low and unstable incomes. The average WTP for affordable housing is 673 THB per month, which is still significantly lower than market rates. This also indicates a clear affordability gap. Regression analysis shows that WTP is significantly influenced by income level, income stability, gender, current living situation, physical health, and access to government welfare programs. Based on these findings, the study recommends reestablishing emergency shelters with a clearly defined short-term intervention role, coordinated with transitional shelters and affordable housing for the homeless. It is hoped that the findings from this research will provide useful insights for the development of targeted policies and financial mechanisms to support homeless people in the Thai context