Divine Word International Journal of Management and Humanities (DWIJMH) (ISSN: 2980-4817)
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Not demeaning the dignity of women: A study on the authentic purpose of “Paca” (Bride-Price) in a traditional Indonesian society
Full text linkNearly all previous studies on customary marriage in traditional societies indicate that the practice of bride price demeans women. It, therefore, should be abolished. This study shows the opposite. The bride price practiced by traditional societies has a sacred purpose. The practice upholds women’s dignity. To some extent, women are even worshipped as if they were fertility goddesses. In this study, “paca” (bride price) of the Manggaraians in Indonesia is taken as a study case. The study used qualitative and quantitative methods. The study found that nearly all informants reject the notion of “paca” as a practice of commercializing women. What is true is the opposite. Based on this study, the Manggarian “paca” is a sacrificial expense of ritual celebration in which the bride’s membership in her clan of origin is revoked. She will get it a new in the groom’s clan. Naturally, the cost of this ceremony is borne by the groom’s family. This is the core purpose of “paca” ritual of the Manggaraians, while other functions are extrinsic and are inappropriate practices that should be abandoned. The Manggaraian “paca”, then, should continue to be cherished for its life-giving purpose while one should remain critical of its inappropriate practices
Unpacking the interplay dynamics of the bureaucratic environment, employee treatment and work engagement
Full text linkThe research aimed to examine the influence of the bureaucratic work environment and employee treatment on the work engagement of the employees. Literature was reviewed to deepen the concept of the study. The study used a descriptive assessment and correlational research design. The population of the study was the employees of the institution where the study was conducted and total enumeration was the sampling method. The study used questionnaires to gather the data and descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. The study found that the bureaucratic environment and employees' work engagement were high and employee treatment was moderate. The Pearson r correlation analysis suggested that bureaucratic and work engagement are significantly correlated but there was no significant correlation between employee treatment and work engagement. The study recognized its limitation because of its limited population and variables being investigated. It is necessary to conduct further studies to determine organizational culture and work engagement
Experiences of teachers from small schools in preparing and implementing daily lesson logs
No full textThis study examines the lived experiences of elementary school teachers in small schools under the Schools Division Office (SDO) of Laoag City in preparing and implementing Daily Lesson Logs (DLLs) for English 6. Employing a descriptive phenomenological approach, the research seeks to uncover the challenges faced, strategies employed, and factors that facilitate successful DLL preparation and implementation. Data were collected through online open-ended interview questionnaires with eight purposively selected teachers and analyzed using Braun and Clarke’s (2006) six-phase thematic analysis. Results indicate that teachers encounter significant challenges related to curriculum alignment, limited resources, and time constraints. To address these, participants reported employing strategies such as multimedia integration and collaborative teaching practices. Additionally, access to diverse instructional resources and teacher adaptability were identified as critical factors in overcoming these challenges. These findings highlight the need for targeted technical assistance and resource provision to support teachers in improving lesson quality and fostering effective instructional planning.
 
Basic psychological need satisfaction and basic psychological need frustration and work engagement of the college of business administration in Jose Rizal Memorial State University System
Full text linkThis study aimed to determine the basic psychological need satisfaction and basic psychological need frustration and how they affect the work engagement of employees in the College of Business Administration of Jose Rizal Memorial State University System during the school year 2023-2024. A descriptive correlational research method was employed. Weighted mean, standard deviation, and Spearman Rank-Order Correlation Coefficient (Spearman rho) were the statistical tools employed with Jamovi as statistical software. There were one hundred fourteen (114) respondents involved in the study. The levels of basic psychological need satisfaction and work engagement were significantly and positively correlated. The levels of basic psychological need frustration and work engagement were significantly and negatively correlated
The influence of digital literacy, financial readiness, and government support on the information and communication technology adoption
Full text linkThe contemporary business environment is profoundly shaped by Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), which are now integral to global commercial operations. Drawing on Eshet-Alkalai's Digital Literacy Framework, the Finance Readiness Framework, and the Advocacy Coalition Framework, this study aimed to explore how digital literacy, financial readiness, and government support influence ICT adoption among small businesses in Vigan City. It also assessed the levels of digital literacy, financial readiness, government support, and ICT adoption. Using descriptive and correlational research designs, the study surveyed 150 owners and employees of small businesses in Vigan City, selected through non-probability quota sampling. The data were collected using a researcher-designed questionnaire. The findings revealed that increased digital literacy enhanced ICT adoption by reducing barriers to technology integration, while financial readiness positioned businesses to invest effectively in ICT solutions. Moreover, substantial government support—through initiatives like subsidies, training programs, and infrastructure development—created an enabling environment for ICT adoption by addressing challenges such as high costs and inadequate infrastructure. These factors collectively enhanced operational efficiency and competitiveness among small businesses. To optimize ICT adoption further, the study recommended implementing training programs, workshops, and conducting additional research to identify other influencing factors and strategies for effective technology integration in small business operations
Nurturing a competitive attitude to enhance work performance and innovative work behaviour of the employees
Full text linkThe study aimed to examine the influence of competitive attitude on individual work performance and innovative work behaviour. Literature was reviewed to deepen the concept of the study. The study used assessment and correlational research design. The population of the study was all employees of the institution where the study was conducted and therefore total enumeration sampling was applied. Questionnaires were used to gather the data and descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. The study found that competitive attitude was moderate, while individual work performance and innovative work behaviour were high. The Pearson r correlation coefficient suggests that there is a significant and positive correlation between competitive attitude, individual work performance and innovative work behaviour. Thus, the hypothesis is accepted. The study recognizes its limitation because of its limited population and variables measured. Thus, it is necessary to include more population and wider context and variables that measure competitive attitude and its effect on innovative work behaviour
Effects of microfinance institution services to the economic, social, and personal development domains of farmers in Vintar, Ilocos Norte, Philippines
Full text linkThis study focused on exploring the effects of microfinance institution’s (MFI) services to the economic, social, and personal development domains of farmers in Vintar, Ilocos Norte. It also described their socio-economic profile. Further, it examined their driving forces in availing microfinance services, and the problems that they encountered in availing microfinance services.
The mix method of research was employed using a survey instrument and an interview schedule in gathering data from 245 farmer members of Microfinance institutions in Vintar, Ilocos Norte. The consent of the respondents was sought before data gathering.
Majority of the farmers has a monthly farming income of Php 5,000 and below, majority of them are tenants, almost one half of them is into farming for 26 years and above, almost one half of them does not have other sources of income aside from farming. The topmost microfinance services availed are savings and life insurance. They save and pay life insurance coverage on a weekly basis, one third of the respondents pay hospitalization insurance coverage every week, majority of the respondents did not avail crop insurance coverage and agri-loans services of the MFIs.
Accessibility was the topmost factor while financial security was the least factor that attracts the farmers in availing the services of MFIs. The respondents experienced very slightly serious problems in availing the services of MFIs.
As regards the effects of the MFIs to the economic development domain of the farmers, majority of them indicated an increased income, reduced poverty, increased acquired assets, enhanced productivity, increased savings and increased in capital.
Along the effects of the MFIs to the social development domain, majority of them experienced improved household management, improved lifestyle, improved public relationship with other people, and increased self-confidence and fulfillment.
For the MFIs effects on the personal development domain, majority agreed that the MFI services led to the improvement in their children’s education, increased involvement in family’s decision making, improvement and development in their health status, and improvement in their food/diet pattern.
Generally, the MFIs contributed a modest or minimal level of upliftment on the economic, social, and personal domains of the farmers
Integrating AI in learning process: Motivations, adjustments, challenges, effectiveness, limitations, effects and concerns
Full text linkThis study defined the strategies and challenges of the instructors in the integration of artificial intelligence tools in teaching from the School of Arts, Sciences, and Education and School of Engineering, Architecture, and Information Technology of the Divine Word College of Laoag. Using a phenomenological research design, specifically descriptive phenomenology, the study provides an in-depth exploration of the lived experiences of the ten instructors of the Divine Word College of Laoag focusing on their strategies employed and challenges encountered. Data were gathered through online interview questionnaires via Google forms, analyzed using thematic analysis to identify key patterns and themes. It was found to have significant challenges which include overreliance to artificial intelligence, lack of professional training in the use of artificial intelligence, and even the cost and access of artificial intelligence. In response, instructors employed strategies in the form of motivations and adjustments such as enhancing in class learning, improve teaching experiences, and even enhancing student participation and personalized learning. The study gives emphasis the need to have professional development on the use of artificial intelligence tools in integrating them in the teaching-learning process, a need to ensure data protection in collecting information from the students, and ensuring to have an equitable and inclusive access to artificial intelligence tools that are cost efficient
Entrepreneurial leadership towards business sustainability of food establishments around Mariano Marcos State University – Batac Campus
Full text linkThe study examined the extent to which entrepreneurial leadership influences the business sustainability – specifically the economic, social and environmental of food establishments around Mariano Marcos State University – Batac Campus. Specifically, it sought to determine how entrepreneurial leadership practices affect business sustainability in economic, social and environmental dimension. Guided by Elkington’s Triple Bottom Line (TBL), which emphasizes the integration of profit, people and planet and Hambrick and Mason’s Upper Echelons Theory (UET), which suggested that the leader’s characteristics shape organizational outcomes, the research explored the role of entrepreneurial leadership in ensuring sustainability of small and medium food establishments. The study employed quantitative descriptive-correlational research design, Data were gathered from 62 purposively selected owners and managers of food establishments through a structured and validated questionnaire. Descriptive statistics, such as mean and standard deviation were used to assess the levels of entrepreneurial leadership and business sustainability practices, while Pearson correlation coefficient was utilized to test the relationships between entrepreneurial leadership and three business sustainability dimensions. Findings revealed that respondents demonstrated very high level of entrepreneurial leadership, particularly in vision and strategic thinking, adaptability, risk-taking, innovation and team development. Business sustainability was likewise rated very high across economic, social, and environmental practices. The correlation results indicated a strong positive relationship between entrepreneurial leadership and both economic and social sustainability dimensions, and moderate positive relationship with environmental sustainability dimension. The results affirmed the importance of possessing a high level of entrepreneurial leadership skills in achieving long-term business sustainability across in all three dimensions. The study also discussed implications and limitations and offers recommendations for future research. Overall, the study contributes to the growing body of literature in entrepreneurial leadership and business sustainability.
 
Ethical concerns, mitigating strategies, the effect, and other challenges of integrating ChatGPT in academic work
Full text linkThe rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT into educational settings has transformed how students and teachers engage with academic tasks. This study explores teachers’ perspectives on the ethical implications, learning outcomes, and academic use of ChatGPT in education. Employing a qualitative-phenomenological approach, this research gathered insights from selected senior high school teachers across various disciplines through an interview. Findings revealed that teachers recognize ChatGPT as a valuable tool for enhancing learning through personalized assistance, idea generation, and differentiated instruction. However, they expressed growing concern over ethical issues such as plagiarism, academic dishonesty, and students’ overreliance on AI-generated outputs, which may hinder authentic learning and critical thinking. This study highlighted the need for clear institutional guidelines, digital literacy initiatives, and ethical frameworks to ensure responsible and effective AI use in education. Ultimately, this research underscores the dual role of ChatGPT—as both an innovative learning aid and a potential ethical challenge—calling for balanced pedagogical strategies that promote integrity, accountability, and meaningful student engagement