International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research
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Consumption-Based Estimates of Carbon Footprint and Its Global Warming Solution: Input to Awareness Campaign
Get PDFUnderstanding the consequences of everyday consumption, and learning how to reduce the size of collective carbon footprint, are vital to reducing CO2 emissions and slowing down human caused climate change. A carbon footprint is a measure of the amount of greenhouse gases (CO2, methane, nitrous oxide) measured in units of carbon dioxide, produced by human activities. This study aimed to quantify the carbon footprint and awareness in solving global warming of teachers and students in the College of Education based on consumptions’ estimates categorized into food consumption, energy usage and household activities. The measurement of Carbon footprint of student-respondents was determined as a whole and by specialization. A number of 296 student-respondents specializing in Filipino, English, Science, TLEd and PEd had a comparable carbon dioxide emission and contributed almost the same percentage in the total carbon footprint considering the different activities they engaged in. While the 35 teacher-respondents had greatest carbon footprint in their type and choices of food consumed. These data were gathered using a survey questionnaire through google form containing different activities with corresponding points associated to greenhouse gases emission. The total emission was computed using this formula: Total Emission (tCO2e) = Activity Data Points in (lbs.) X Emission Factor (tCO2) X Global Warming Potential (e). The result implies that the average carbon footprint of each respondent ranges from 2.04 to 2.55 tCO2e which is below the global average of 4 tCO2e per person. The “average” level of awareness implies that the respondents need to change their lifestyles to cut down carbon footprint but increase knowledge in solving global warming using the developed information and awareness campaign recorded video clip
A Gap Analysis of Tourists\u27 Expectations and Satisfaction Using the SERVQUAL Model on a Farm Tourism in Bulacan, Philippines
Get PDF The main purpose of the study is to analyze the gap of tourists’ expectations and satisfaction on a Farm Tourism in Bulacan using the five dimensions of SERVQUAL. The 219 respondents were tourists of the farm and they were conveniently selected. Data were further subjected to ANOVA and T – test analysis via SPSS. Findings revealed that the majority of the respondents belong to the Gen Z individuals. With a gap of 0.15, it was determined that the farm tourism site provides the appropriate level of quality service in terms of tangibility, responsiveness, reliability, assurance, and empathy. The result shows that farm tourism manages to exceed the set expectation level of the tourist in their service quality based on gap from their satisfaction level. Moreover, the tourist gap was significantly equal for both male and female respondents. The total satisfaction is significantly higher compared to their total expectation with a mean difference of 0.16 in favor of the satisfaction level. The null hypothesis was rejected and concluded the gap between tourist’ expectation and satisfaction on the farm tourism service quality when they are grouped according to profile are significantly equa
Teachers’ Self-Efficacy and Teacher-Initiated Parental Involvement: The Two-Tier Lens on Teachers’ Performance
Get PDFThis study examined the relationship between teachers’ self-efficacy, teacher-initiated parental involvement, and their impact on the performance of elementary teachers in DepEd SDO Sto. Tomas City. A total of 261 public elementary school teachers participated, using a descriptive correlational design to assess the variables through a survey questionnaire. Results showed that teachers rated their self-efficacy as "Very High" and their parental involvement as “High,” demonstrating excellent overall performance. The findings revealed moderate to strong positive correlations between both self-efficacy and parental involvement with teachers’ performance. Key predictors of performance included cooperation with colleagues, overall self-efficacy, and community collaboration, with self-efficacy, learning at home, and community engagement positively correlating with performance, while collaboration with colleagues was negatively correlated. In conclusion, higher levels of teachers’ self-efficacy and active parental involvement are essential for sustaining high teaching performanc
The Influence of Leadership Style on Employee Job Satisfaction in Gorontalo Provincial Government-Indonesia
Get PDFThis study aims to analyze how the influence of leadership variables on employee job satisfaction in the regional government of Gorontalo Province. The pattern used is explanatory research, namely the pattern of research that seeks to explain the relationship of variables referred to as formulated in the formulation of hypotheses so that the relationship of variables, namely Leadership Style (X1) and Employee Performance (Y2), can be tested with quantitative approaches and hypothesis testing, used Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method. The study was conducted in a representative sample, with as many as 200 people from 3,997 employee populations. The results showed that Leadership Style positively and significantly affected job satisfaction in the Provincial Government Gorontalo-Indonesia
Optimizing Digital Transition: Addressing Challenges in Modernizing Inventory Systems in Primary Healthcare Facilities
Get PDFThis study investigates the challenges and potential solutions associated with modernizing inventory systems in primary healthcare facilities in the National Capital Region (NCR) of the Philippines, emphasizing operational efficiency, resource management and staff training. A descriptive research design was applied, using both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Data was collected from 67 trained staff members through purposive sam-pling, ensuring diverse perspectives across various organizational roles. The questionnaire was evaluated in relation to users\u27 perceptions of satis-faction, operational efficiency, and the perceived difficulties with digital inventory systems. Reliability is established with the help of Chronbach\u27s Alpha, and ANOVA, used in establishing the relationship between user sat-isfaction and operational effectiveness. From the thematic analysis of the questionnaire, lack of infrastructure, lack of training, and fractured supply chains were pointed out as being the obvious challenges that reduce the smooth digital transition. The study found that while digital transfor-mation has the potential to enhance inventory management and healthcare delivery, significant barriers must be addressed to achieve full adoption. Overall, findings help highlight the need for focussed training with strong digital solutions in optimizing resource management and service delivery in public health settings, providing valuable insights for policymakers and healthcare administrators
Assessing The Impact of ISO 9001:2015 Implementation on the Service Delivery of The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Regional Office VIII
Get PDFThis study assesses the impact of ISO 9001:2015 implementation on service delivery and operational efficiency at the National Irriga-tion Administration (NIA) Regional Office VIII. A descriptive research design was employed, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative methods. Data were collected from 312 internal and external stakeholders through stratified sampling. Descriptive Statistics, and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) evaluated operational efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction. Key findings show that 65% of respondents reported improvements in operational efficiency, particularly through standardized processes that streamlined workflows. However, 48% indicated that additional documentation requirements slowed down operations. In terms of service delivery, 35% of respondents observed greater consistency and reliability, while 31% experi-enced delays due to the time-consuming nature of compliance procedures. Despite these gains, challenges such as resource con-straints and resistance to change limited full adoption, particularly among senior management. The study highlights that while ISO 9001:2015 enhanced both op-erational efficiency and service delivery, the increased documentation burden and procedural complexity introduced operational slow-downs. These findings offer valuable insights into the dual impact of ISO 9001:2015 in public sector organizations, illustrating its potential for improving service delivery while underscoring the challenges of maintaining efficiency amid compliance demands
Exploring The Impact of Motivation on Job Performance: A Study of Government Personnel in Public Sector Organizations
Get PDFThe study aims to explore the relationship between motivation and job performance among government personnel in public sector organ-izations. Specifically, it seeks to understand how various motivational factors influence employee productivity and overall performance in the context of public sector work environments. Motivation theories like Maslow\u27s Hierarchy of Needs (1943) which are composed of five levels of human needs for survival, an individual’s lower-level needs must be satisfied before they can address their higher-level needs. In-trinsic motivation engages a person in an activity for self-satisfaction while extrinsic motivation drives a person to function due to rewards or punishment. This allows us to foresee the incoming demotivator for the personnel and how it affects the performance of the agency where they work. The study used a quantitative research design through a Likert scale questionnaire research instrument. Descriptive statistics and Multivariate Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) were applied to ana-lyze the data, acknowledging potential biases from personal beliefs, professional background, and participant interaction to enhance the study\u27s reliability. The survey results indicated a balanced gender dis-tribution among respondents, falling in the 26 to 35 age group, and most were identified as permanent government personnel. The overall sentiment toward intrinsic motivation and recognition in the work-place was positive, suggesting a healthy organizational climate and a need for improved recognition practices. Additionally, significant dif-ferences in job motivation were noted based on age and length of ser-vice, particularly in the areas of career advancement opportunities and job security. Furthermore, the study reveals that career advancement opportunities are the main motivator for government personnel\u27s job performance, with intrinsic motivation recognized as important, while training programs, performance-based bonuses, and team-building activities are effective strategies for enhancing motivation across diverse demographic profiles
Assessing The Capability of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Marikina City
Get PDFThis study assesses the capability of disaster risk reduction and man-agement (DRRM) in Marikina City, Philippines, aiming to enhance disas-ter resilience through effective implementation of Republic Act 10121 the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Act of 2010. The research assesses Marikina City\u27s implementation and chal-lenges across disaster prevention and mitigation, disaster preparedness, disaster response, and disaster recovery and rehabilitation. Utilizing a quantitative methodology, data were collected from Marikina City Disas-ter Risk Reduction and Management Office (MCDRRMO) personnel, ba-rangay officials, and residents to evaluate implementation levels and identify challenges. This research contributes significantly to under-standing local government DRRM capabilities in urban disaster-prone areas. It provides valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners, highlighting effective practices and areas for further improvement. The study found that continuous capacity building, community engagement, and inter-agency collaboration are critical for strengthening Marikina City\u27s resilience. It offers valuable recommendations for local policy-makers and practitioners to address identified challenges and improve DRRM implementation.
Development and Use of Game-Based Instructional Materials for Teaching Science, Technology, and Society to College Students
No full textThis study developed and evaluated game-based instructional ma-terials to enhance learning in the college-level subject, Science, Tech-nology, and Society (STS). Using an action research approach, the study addressed the limitations of traditional teaching methods by introducing the "ALLAN Star Card," inspired by Bingo, and the "Amaz-ing Challenge," modeled after the game show Who Wants to Be a Mil-lionaire. These tools were designed to promote student engagement, critical thinking, and active participation. The research included 30 first-year BS Agribusiness students from Bayambang Polytechnic Col-lege, selected through purposive sampling. Pre- and post-tests were administered to assess the effectiveness of the materials, alongside evaluations using the LRMDS Non-Print Instructional Materials Tool. The instructional materials received a "Very Satisfactory" rating, with an average content quality score of 3.81 (SD = 0.13). However, areas such as technical quality and user control required further improve-ment, particularly in minimizing technical issues and enhancing user interaction.Results from the pre-test (M=6.9, SD=2.81) and post-test (M=10.47, SD=3.31) revealed a significant improvement in student performance, confirming the efficacy of game-based methods in boosting academic achievement. These findings align with prior re-search on the advantages of gamification in education. Recommenda-tions for improvement include addressing grammatical errors, reduc-ing lifeline usage, and implementing time constraints for activities. The study concludes that game-based instructional materials effec-tively enhance learner engagement and academic performance in higher education
Resumption of In-Person Classes in Public Secondary Schools Division of Zambales: Priorities and Challenges for Shared Responsibility
No full textThis study sought to determine the priorities for shared responsibility in Public Secondary Schools Division of Zambales for the current resumption of facetoface in-person classes for the school year 2022-2023 conducted during the third quarter among school heads of the 13 Districts of Department of Education Schools Division of Zambales, Philippines. The research design was descriptive quantitative and utilized survey questionnaire as main research instrument. This study determined that the school heads are male middle aged adults, Master\u27s degree holders, and served in the profession for two and a half decades as Principal I and IV while the teachers are female young adults, Baccalaureate degree holders with Master’s units; served in the teaching profession for a decade as Teacher I. The school heads and teachers’ perception towards the priorities for shared responsibility was very evident in terms of Provision of Support to Teachers. Both the school heads and teachers strongly agreed that there are challenges for shared responsibility during the resumption of in-person classes in public secondary schools. The ANOVA results revealed that there was significant difference in the perception on the priorities for shared responsibility during the resumption of in-person classes in terms of school heads’ highest educational attainment and designation. There was significant difference in terms of Provision of Support to Teachers, Students’ Study Habits and Parents’ Role in Learning when attributed to teachers’ length of service. The t-Test result showed that there was significant difference between the perceptions of the school heads and the teachers on the different priorities and challenges for shared responsibility during the resumption of in-person classes in public secondary schools. The findings resulted in the development of an Action Plan to address the priorities and challenges for shared responsibility during the resumption of in-person classes; and will become a basis for DepEd Division of Zambales policy, projects and plans consideration and future implementation