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Evaluation and enhancement of instructional module in people and the Earth's ecosystem
Full text linkThis study evaluated and enhanced an instructional module on People and the Earth's Ecosystem using the CIPP model. Data were collected from BSED students, science teachers, and expert validators. Descriptive statistics, mean, standard deviation, and t- test for dependent samples were used for analysis. The study revealed that students had "Failure, Passing, Very Satisfactory and Satisfactory" conceptual understanding and "Failure" critical thinking skills prior to the use of enhanced module. Poor understanding and thinking skills could negatively impact grades and performance. Although, experts' feedback tells that, the module needs revisions in content organization, clarity, presentation, and visual aids. Clearer instructions and objectives were also necessary for effective guidance. After reviewing the module in general is "very acceptable" meaning the enhanced module has met expectations. They found the enhancements satisfactory and believed the module aligns with learning outcomes, suggesting its effectiveness in the classroom. Using the enhanced module, students demonstrated a "Very Good and Highly Outstanding" level of conceptual understanding and " Good and Very Good" critical thinking skills. This indicated successful facilitation of complex concept understanding and skill development. The changes made in the module positively impacted student learning outcomes. The effective strategies employed in this module can be replicated in other modules for similar success. Given its effectiveness, the enhanced module is likely to be recommended for use in other classes or schools offering this subject. Overall, the study showed the importance of evaluating and enhancing instructional modules in improving students' understanding and critical thinking skills. The findings provide valuable insights for module developers and educators aiming to enhance the learning experience
Development of contextualized research instructional material for Senior High School Technical Vocational Livelihood students
Full text linkThe purpose of this study was to develop contextualized research instructional material for Senior High School Technical Vocational Livelihood students. The study utilized the Analysis, Design, Develop, Implementation, Evaluate (ADDIE) model. During the Analysis stage, the researcher administered the assessment in Practical Research 2 to the previous Technical Vocational Livelihood (TVL) students. Based on the results of the assessment, the top five (5) least-mastered competencies of Grade 12 TVL students were: draws conclusion from research findings; describes sampling procedure and sample; indicates scope and delimitation of study; describes background of research; and, uses statistical techniques to analyze data study of difference limited for bivariate analysis. These competencies were considered in the development of a module. In the Implementation stage, the developed module was tried-out to the forty-five (45) Grade 12 TVL Information Communication Technology (ICT) students and two (2) research teachers who utilized the module in their research instruction. Using the adopted evaluation and acceptability instruments, with minimal modification, the developed module was evaluated with a very high by the module experts in terms of content, instructional quality, technical quality, presentation and organization, accuracy and up- to-datedness of information, and assessment. Student participants evaluated the material in terms of content as very high and format as high. Meanwhile, the acceptability level of the developed material in terms of content instructional quality, technical quality, presentation and organization, accuracy and up-to-datedness of information, and assessment was very high as assessed by the five (5) teachers handling Technical Vocational Livelihood students and two (2) research teachers. Students and teachers' experiences were analyzed qualitatively and it was found out that the developed instructional material enhanced their understanding and it was user- friendly. Students liked most the discussion and all parts of the module. Similarly, teachers found the developed instructional material easy to understand and it was user-friendly. The part of the material that discussed statistics was well-liked by teachers. It was suggested that the material be improved by adding more topics and enhancing the design and presentation. With these results, it was recommended that students may be actively involved in tracking and assessing their own learning process to ascertain what they already comprehended to tailor their learning to the job at hand. Moreover, the developed instructional material could be of big help in assisting research teachers and students in developing their research skills since teaching and learning can now be done and occur away from the four walls of the classroom
The trials and triumphs of Mathematics teachers online distance learning
No full textThe abrupt implementation of Online Distance Learning has transformed mathematics pedagogy, compelling teachers to adapt to technological advancements. This study sought to determine the trials and triumphs experienced by mathematics teachers in online distance learning and its implication to mathematics education. To address this problem, qualitative phenomenological methodology was used. The researcher utilized purposive sampling to choose the six (6) informants of the study who were Junior High School Mathematics Teachers in one (1) of the public schools in Iloilo and taught in an online distance learning, specifically, using live synchronous instruction in the new normal. Data were collected and analyzed based on the sequence of activities stated in Groenewald's (2004), and Hycner's (1999) phenomenological research procedure. Three (3) major themes emerged from the analysis of the data: The Stormy Sea: Trials of Online Teaching, A Mountain's Peak: Triumphs of the Cyber Classroom, and A Digital Archipelago: Implications to Education. Results of the study showed that the trials were internet connection and power issues, poor student engagement, exhausting workloads, mental health issues and classroom management glitches. However, the triumphs included learning new skills, developing resourcefulness, creating engaging and motivating activities, and promoting individual initiatives and collaboration. Practical findings from the study suggest that teaching in online distance learning requires comprehensive training for teachers, use of interactive teaching methods, contingency plans for internet or power disruptions, and continuous exploration and collaboration among teachers. It is recommended that teachers should engage in ongoing professional development, learners should prioritize self-motivation and time management, other stakeholders must support schools in acquiring technology, and other researchers should explore emerging technologies and best practices in online
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Exploring the link among educational ecosystem, mathematics interest, and academic performance of scholars
Full text linkThis study investigated a model that explores the relationship among grade level, peer influence, school support, parent involvement, mathematics interest, and mathematics academic performance. This study utilized a quantitative research design. Two hundred fifty-one randomly selected scholars of Philippine Science High School Western Visayas Campus participated in the study. Google Forms was used to administer the research instruments which are Mathematics Interest Inventory (MII) and the Educational Ecosystem Inventory (EEI). The scholars' mathematics academic performance was classified as "good" when taken as a whole and when categorized by level of parent involvement, peer influence, school support, mathematics interest, and grade level. The scholars' mathematics interest was classified as "moderately interested" when taken as a whole and categorized by grade level and school support. Regardless of grade level, the level of parent involvement was classified as moderate. As a whole, the level of parent involvement, peer influence, and school support was classified as moderate. Significant and positive correlations between parent involvement and peer influence, parent involvement and school support, peer influence and school support, and school support and mathematics interest were also recorded. The students displaying greater interest in mathematics were more inclined to attain higher grades within the PSHSWVC grading system. There was a decline in parental engagement as scholars progress through higher grades. The results of path analysis showed that school support and mathematics interest independently contribute to the prediction of mathematics academic performance, while grade level, parent involvement, and peer influence did not significantly contribute when all other variables were considered. Moreover, peer influence and school support were significant predictors of parent involvement. Mathematics interest has a mediating role in the impact of school support on a scholar's mathematics academic performance
DOREMI: effects on learners' academic performance in Araling Panlipunan
No full textThis quantitative and qualitative study was an investigation of the effect of DOREMI (Doing Reading with Music Intervention) on Learners' Academic Performance in Araling Panlipunan. DOREMI was used determine if teaching learners to read music increased the reading ability and comprehension as well their academic performance. The pretest and posttest were conducted to 88 Grade 10 Learners of Carlos Lopez National High School, Bagacay, San Dionisio, Iloilo. Testing was conducted under two groups: a) DOREMI, who are respondents for the intervention and b) Non- DOREMI who did not partake in the intervention. Using DOREMI as intervention during AP 10 Classes, learners adapt the easiest way to study, improves reading comprehension and get high scores. Results of an analysis of variance showed performance before using DOREMI was comparable. After the exposure the intervention becomes helpful in increasing the academic performance and reading comprehension of the learners, in the end, DOREMI becomes an effective intervention to get high scores, to develop self-confidence, to improve reading comprehension and it was indeed a channel to support other subjects by delivering lesson effectively. Results are important for understanding influences on study habits, with the goal of helping educators and school psychologists design support systems tailored to the needs of learners
eKinematics: Teaching-learning package with interactive simulations
No full textNumerous researches showed that senior high school learners struggle with difficulties in understanding important motion concepts in General Physics. This research aimed to determine the least; learned competencies (LLCs) of South Cotabato learners in Kinematics as bases for the development and evaluation of eKinematics package comprising a (1) teacher's e-manual, a (2) learner's e-module, and (3) interactive simulations for Grade 12 General Physics I. The study was participated in by 14 Physics teachers for the identification of LLCs; six jurors for the evaluation; seven teachers and 41 learners for the tryout of eKinematics. Research & Development (R&D) design was employed in the study. Eight LLCs were identified as baseline guide on the design and development of the package which include the interpreting of motions graphs on ID and 2D dimensions, solving for unknown quantities, and deducing the consequences of the independence of vertical and horizontal components of projectile motion. The electronic teaching- learning materials which contained ready lecture slides, GIF files, and online answer link option portals were produced in PDF formats, while the five interactive simulations (ISIMs) were developed using Adobe Acrobat CC 2015 and Small Basic with html formats. Content experts found the learning objectives of teacher's e-manual and learner's e-module to be highly attainable, very clear and very relevant. The contents were evaluated as very appealing, very appropriate, very innovative, and strongly conforming. Furthermore, IT experts evaluated very good the developed ISIMs in terms of content, instructional, and technical qualities. The overall evaluation of eKinematics not only showed very supplementary tools but also perceived by General Physics subject teachers and learners as potential teaching and learning package in Kinematics, hence, recommended to be used in the K-12
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Librarians’ civic roles and responsibilities: Issues in information crises and information disorders
No full textМета:
Публічні бібліотеки можуть бути сильними прихильниками громадянської активності. Вони несуть відповідальність за відродження громадянського суспільства, освіту та інформування населення. Бібліотеки повинні розширити свою роль за межі фізичного та віртуального простору, щоб сприяти громадянським практикам у боротьбі з фейковими новинами. Бібліотеки можуть використовувати свій вплив, щоб допомогти студентам і бібліотекарям виявляти дезінформацію та застерігати інших від її поширення. Ця стаття має на меті представити, як бібліотекарі можуть активізувати свою громадянську роль і визначити інформаційні порушення.
Методика:
Бібліотекарі публічних бібліотек були опитані за допомогою дискурс аналізу, щоб визначити інформаційні виклики професії та зрозуміти їхню громадянську роль.
Результати:
Бібліотекарі публічних бібліотек визначили різні способи виконання своєї громадянської ролі, а також сформулювали кілька понять у визначенні інформаційних розладів.
Висновки:
Це пілотне дослідження дає уявлення про те, як бібліотекарі публічних бібліотек взаємодіють з інформацією та фільтрують дезінформацію, що циркулює в соціальних мережах. Суспільна бібліотечна справа очевидна, але бібліотекарі стикаються з професійними викликами. Хоча це дослідження зосереджене на бібліотекарях публічних бібліотек, автори вважають, що багато аспектів можуть застосовуватись до всіх типів бібліотекарів.Objective:
Public libraries can be powerful advocates for civic engagement. They have a responsibility to rekindle civil society and educate and inform the public. Libraries must expand their role beyond physical and virtual space to promote civic practices in fighting fake news. Libraries can use their influence to help students and librarians identify misinformation and caution others against sharing it. This paper aims to introduce how librarians can activate their civic roles and define information disorders.
Methods:
Public librarians were interviewed using discourse analysis to identify the profession's information challenges and understand their civic roles.
Results:
Public librarians identified a variety of ways to perform their civic roles, and several constructs emerged in the definition of information disorders.
Conclusions:
This pilot study offers a glimpse into how public librarians interact with information and filter misinformation circulating on social media. Civic librarianship is evident, but librarians face professional challenges. Although this study focuses on public librarians, the authors believe that many aspects can be accustomed by all types of librarians
Laragway sang mga lamharon nga amay: A critical study
Full text linkThis qualitative phenomenological study aimed to elucidate the lived experiences of five teenage father students. The research was informed by two theoretical frameworks: Social Cognitive Theory by Albert Bandura and Social Stigma Theory by Erving Goffman. Aligning with its qualitative nature, the study employed a descriptive phenomenological approach. Employing purposive sampling, the study recruited key participants and utilized semi-structured interviews, a validated data collection method. The data analysis followed Collaizzi's seven-step approach, revealing four central themes related to the lived experiences of teenage father students: (1) Ang mga Pagpanghakroy sang mga Lamharon nga Amay: Facing the ordeal of living with double standards" (2) Ang Madinuagon mga Madinuagon nga Amay sa tunga sa Pagpangkangkat: Embracing Fatherhood (3) Ang Matin-aw nga Kadalag-an sang mga Lamharon nga Amay: Discovering new essence of existence (4) Ang Pagpamalandong sang mga Lamharon nga Amay: The Timeless Realizations. Teen fathers experienced significant societal blame and judgment solely due to their age and gender. Prevailing societal expectations surrounding masculinity and provider roles proved difficult to fulfill, creating additional pressure. Teen fathers cohabited with their partner's family to demonstrate commitment and seek sunnort while also maximizing childcare assistance. This arrangement likely reflects the financial and developmental challenges they face. Teen fathers identified a need for educational and financial support to navigate the demands of fatherhood effectively. While the study highlights the negative impacts of teen fatherhood, it also acknowledges the potential for intervention. The suggestion of implementing school-based programs tailored for young men, focused on responsible relationships and fatherhood, offers a possible avenue to mitigate these challenges
Utilizing Canvas to address students' least mastered competencies in purposive communication
Full text linkThis Design Research aimed to address the students' least mastered competencies in Purposive Communication course. The researcher-made test was administered among the BSEd second year students of West Visayas State University-Janiuay campus during the School Year 2022-2023. The input-process-output adopting the ADDIE model was utilized in the development of the CANVAS Learning Management System, and the researcher-adapted questionnaire from WVSU for non-print instructional material was used to determine the level of acceptability, accessibility, and functionality of the LMS. The Canvas LMS was tried out among the first year BSEd students of the same campus. A guide questionnaire was used to gather the learning experiences of the students after using the LMS. Selected teachers who handled the general education course validated the instructional module in terms of face and construct validity. Mean and standard deviation were used for the analysis of data. Moreover, the thematic analysis was done using the NVivo 12 to analyze the responses on the experiences after using the LMS. The identified least mastered competencies included only the five competencies which obtained the lowest scores. The identified least mastered competencies were the bases in the development of the Canvas LMS. The evaluation of the general education content specialists and information technology experts on the level of acceptability, accessibility, and functionality of the designed LMS was very high in all aspects. Further, the students perceived the use of learning management system as useful and functional. The very high evaluation of the GE specialists and IT experts on all aspects of the LMS infers ideal features of learning platform. It is recommended that the CANVAS LMS will be utilized in teaching the Purposive Communication subject to address students' competencies
Mathematics teachers' performance and Technological, Pedagogical, and Content Knowledge (TPACK): Basis for development of enhancement program
Full text linkThis descriptive-correlational study aimed to determine the relationship between teachers' performance and technological pedagogical and content knowledge (TPACK) as the basis for the development of an enhancement program. Thirty-five (35) proficient mathematics teachers were selected through a total enumeration sampling method from nine (9) secondary schools and two (2) integrated schools in the Municipality of Tigbauan. An adapted TPACK questionnaire which underwent expert validation was the instrument used. Copies of COT-RPMS rating sheets were also retrieved as the basis for teachers' performance. The mean and the standard deviation were employed for the descriptive analysis of the study. The inferential statistical tool used was Pearson's Product Moment Correlation Coefficient Test set at .05 alpha level of significance. The classroom observation tool-result-based performance management system (COT-RPMS) performance of mathematics teachers was generally "outstanding". The technological, pedagogical, and content knowledge of mathematics teachers were generally "very satisfactory". There is no significant relationship between teachers' performance and TPACK and its components. A TPACK enhancement program for mathematics teachers was developed based on the result of the study. It was concluded that the respondents have sufficient knowledge in each domain of technological, pedagogical, and content knowledge (TPACK) and are also competent in delivering their lessons as reflected in their performance. The enhancement program developed can be utilized to enhance mathematics teachers' TPACK. Therefore, Upgrading 21st Century Mathematics Teachers' Technological, Pedagogical, and Content Knowledge (TPACK) is recommended for implementation during the in-service training program for teachers. Furthermore, school administrators have the option to incorporate the TPACK enhancement program into their teacher training initiatives