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Memes as means: Improving learners' English grammatical competence
No full textIn the present generation, one of the challenges that language teachers face is to find innovative ways to hook students' interests to improve grammar competence in the teaching and learning process of the English language. One of the many ways is to use social media in the classroom especially memes. This quasi-experimental study utilized memes in teaching English grammar. It sought to find out the grammar competency level of the participants before and after intervention and the effectiveness of using memes in teaching English grammar. Sixty participants in a national high school in the Schools Division of Passi City were randomly chosen and assigned to meme and non - meme groups. Pretest and posttest grammar competency tests were constructed and validated along with the lesson plans by three instructional material and language experts. The lesson plans used the 5 Es format in lesson delivery: Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluation. The intervention lasted for six weeks at twenty minutes each day for one grammar rule a total of thirty grammar rules. After the intervention, posttests were given to both groups and the scores were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software with the level of significance set at 0.05. Mean, t-test for dependent and independent samples were used to answer the research questions. The results revealed that both meme and non-meme groups had a "below average" grammar competency levels in English during the pretest. Inferentially, there was no significant difference in the pretest English grammar competency levels of the participants in both groups. There was a significant difference in English grammar competency levels of the participants in both groups during the posttests. The non-meme group had increased from "below average" into "above average" English grammar competency level while the meme group had increased significantly from "below average" to "excellent" competency level; thus, using memes as a strategy in teaching English grammar was effective. Therefore, results of the study recommended that teachers shall use grammar memes in teaching English grammar
A grounded theory on Mount Napulak as a local natural heritage site of Igbaras
No full textIn recent years, mountain has gradually increased its position among explorers' preferences at regional and even at international level. The main reason is the strong relationship that man develops with nature and precisely with the mountain. Hence, becoming a heritage site of the municipality from the memories and experiences of the locals introduces development of a sustainable activity, capable of contributing to the improvement of economic conditions, strengthening the laws and ordinances for its conservation and preservation, and continue to celebrate its natural and majestic offering to mountain explorers. This quantitative research studied heritagization and constructed theoretical models on memorializing Mount Napulak. Grounded theory was the methodology in which thematic analysis involving categorizing data in varied forms and coming from different sources were applied. The objective of this research is to memorialize Mount Napulak towards becoming a Local Natural Heritage Site through credible experiences and stories of the locals of 80 years old and above and with connectivity to those memories in the surrounding communities, in order to analyse in depth interview and actual validation of this study. There are thirty-one referred locals aging 80 years old and above and those with connections in their stories participated in the study. They were made to undergo into in-depth interview using the heritagization tool called "remembering memories and experiences*. Mountain hiking for actual validation on some of the features both tangible and intangible are further included. The study revealed that Mount Napulak owned various gems referring to its physical attributes such as the falls, flora, fauna and fungi, the rock formations, and wide pasture areas. Exhibited the one of a kind fulfillment associated with the realities that most mountain explorers are looking for. The directional significance of the mountain in today's time that commends big role in the lives of the locals in the surrounding communities. And the setting of various momentous life-milestones bridging to the events might celebrated to the mountain as venue of various events in the lives of people. Additionally, memorializing Mount Napulak towards becoming a Local Natural Heritage Site is a platform that would encourage and motivate local and higher government and private officials to work for its policy solutions and proper
management for development, conservation and preservation
Newborn screening long-term follow-up clinics (continuity clinics) in the Philippines during the COVID-19 pandemic: Continuing quality patient care
No full textThe COVID-19 pandemic has challenged healthcare systems worldwide. In the Philippines, long-term care for patients with conditions identified through newborn screening (NBS) is coordinated through Newborn Screening Continuity Clinics (NBSCCs). These clinics are integral to achieving optimal outcomes by providing follow-up oversight and assistance for individuals identified through screening. Continuity of NBSCC care for NBS during the COVID-19 pandemic was both challenging and necessary and was accomplished through innovative strategies of dedicated personnel. Following the discontinuation of the community quarantine, a situation assessment survey was completed by each NBSCC to better understand the challenges encountered and their effect on patient care. Performance data from each NBSCC were reviewed both before and after an extended community quarantine (2018–2021) to evaluate the impact of NBSCC disaster contingency plans in overcoming the resultant challenges (transportation, supply chain, etc.). Thematic analysis of the survey showed three primary challenges: Operations, communications, and safety. In 2018 and 2019, successful patient contacts were 70.6% and 70.2%, respectively. During the pandemic, successful contacts were 74.9% in 2020 and 76.8% in 2021, demonstrating that the contact approaches taken by the NBSCCs were sufficient to maintain (and even improve) patient contacts. The number of unresponsive patients decreased during the pandemic likely due to decreased mobility and improved follow-up actions from the NBSCCs
Rewolucjonizowanie branży fitness: Efektywność treningu interwatowego o wysokiej intensywności dla obwodu ciała, parametrów życiowych i BMI
No full textProgram treningu interwałowego o wysokiej intensywności szybko stał się jednym z najpopularniejszych programów ćwiczeń ze względu na swoją zdolność do poprawy zdrowia poprzez znaczący wpływ na ciało. Niniejsze badanie eksperymentalne skupiło się na określeniu skuteczności miesięcznego programu treningu interwałowego o wysokiej intensywności dla 10 wybranych klientów, którzy są klasyfikowani jako osoby z nadwagą i otyłością. Na podstawie wyników stwierdzono, że po miesiącu uczestnictwa w programie, większość uczestników z powodzeniem zredukowała obwody ciała, parametry życiowe oraz wskaźnik masy ciała. Pod względem pomiarów obwodu, znacząco poprawiły się obwody brzucha, klatki piersiowej i talii uczestników; natomiast przedramiona i nogi wykazały nieznaczne, ale znaczące różnice. W oparciu o ciśnienie krwi zaobserwowano, że trening interwałowy o wysokiej intensywności może pozytywnie wpływać na utrzymanie ciśnienia krwi w normie. Jednak nie znaleziono dowodów na to, że ten konkretny program może je regulować. Wreszcie, na podstawie wyników testów przed i po programie klientów, zaobserwowano, że program treningu interwałowego o wysokiej intensywności ma znaczący wpływ na poprawę obwodów ciała, parametrów życiowych i wskaźnika masy ciała. Wykonanie podobnego badania w celu potwierdzenia lub obalenia twierdzeń tego badania jest wysoce zalecane.The High-Intensity Interval Training program quickly became one of the most popular exercise regiments due to its ability to improve health by significantly impacting the body. This experimental study focused on determining the effectiveness of a 1-month High-Intensity Interval Training program to 10 selected clients which are classified as overweight and obese. Based on the findings, it was found that after participating in High-Intensity Interval Training for one month, most of the participants successfully reduced body measurements, vital signs, and body mass index. In terms of girth measurements, participants' abdomen, chest and waist circumference improved significantly; while forearm and the legs have a slight significant difference. Based on blood pressure, it was observed that High-Intensity Interval Training may positively help to keep blood pressure in the normal range. However, no evidence to imply that this particular program can regulate it. Lastly, based on the pre- and post-test scores of the clients, it was observed that High-Intensity Interval Training program has a significant effect on the improvement on their girth measurement, vital signs, and body mass index. Performing a similar study to support or repudiate the claims of this study is highly recommended
Fecal coliform (MPN) and water quality parameters of coastal waters in Boracay Island: A correlational and predictive study
Full text linkWater quality monitoring is the basic reference in securing safe waters for either drinking or recreation. It is also serves as reference for successful coastal and land management. All water recreational sites are required to monitor the water quality if it is meeting its designated use. The water must maintain the guideline values for its classification, may it be safe for swimming. The water quality is used for the management plan of the concerned area and serve as a guide whether to institute management intervention to improve the water quality. Triplicates of water samples were collected monthly for six months in the three station of the Boracay Island. The water samples were analyzed for fecal coliform, pH, total suspended solids, phosphate, nitrate, and oil and grease. Dissolved Oxygen and Temperature were analyzed in situ. The sampling points where the water samples were gathered were geotagged for the development of the fecal coliform GIS density map. Tourist arrival and rainfall data was also gathered. Based on the regression analysis, there was a low correlation between fecal coliform and other water quality parameters such as oil and grease, phosphates, and nitrates. However, the model shows that with increasing oil and grease, phosphates, and nitrates, fecal coliform count is also increasing
Landscape of genetic counseling in the Philippines
No full textIn this paper, we report on the professional development of genetic counselors in the Philippines as we discuss the status of genetic counseling training and research, along with the roles and scope of practice of genetic counselors. The development of a master's level training program for non-physician genetic counselors in the Philippines initiated in 2011 was in response to the increasing demand for genetic counseling services. There are currently 18 locally trained genetic counselors who are practicing in various fields including newborn screening, pediatrics, cancer, prenatal and preconception, neurology, and research. Despite the success of the genetic counseling training program, various professional challenges hinder maximizing the impact of genetic counselors in the health system. The challenges discussed in this paper include the limited number of genetic counselors, the lack of government positions officially recognizing the ‘genetic counselor’ title, and the absence of a regulatory framework. These issues require thorough discussion with appropriate government agencies and collaboration with other healthcare professional organizations with the ultimate goal of ensuring quality genetic counseling services nationwide
Perceived competence of Filipino nursing students graduating during pandemic
No full textIntroduction: Given the importance of maintaining competence, limited published research is conducted in the local setting touching on the competence of nursing students graduating during the pandemic. This study determined graduating nursing students’ perceived fundamental nursing skills and core competence.
Methods: The research design is quantitative descriptive cross-sectional. The study participants were the 102 graduating nursing students of a public university in Iloilo City, Philippines. The Perceived Competence of Filipino Nurses Questionnaire was used to gather data in May 2022 and these were analyzed using SPSS software version 23.
Results: The results revealed that, while the majority of nursing students reported that their nursing competencies were greatly affected by the shift to the online learning platform, most still had a high perception of their fundamental nursing skills competence (M=6.97) and core competence (M=8.03). The areas of elimination (M=5.41) and research (M=7.63) were the lowest-ranked fundamental skill and core competencies, respectively. There was a significant difference (p< .05) in nursing students' perceived competence based on self-reported academic performance.
Conclusions: Despite the reduced exposure in the clinical setting due to the pandemic, graduating nursing students perceive themselves to be highly confident in their capabilities as future professional nurses. Nonetheless, areas for improvement were identified that warrant further assessment, validation, and enhancement
Sa likod sang rehas: Educational needs of Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) as the basis for an extension program
No full textThe purpose of research cum extension was to identify the educational needs for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs). The participants were the 292 randomly selected PDLs of Iloilo District Jail - Male Dormitory. A 30-item researcher-made survey was used to gather the data. The educational needs were categorized into literacy, numeracy, entrepreneurial, and livelihood skills. Frequency count and rank were the statistical tools used. The result showed that the needs for literacy were: can read and understand simple passages in Hiligaynon, Filipino, and English; be able to write simple stories in Hiligaynon, Filipino, and English; and know how to spell words. For numeracy, the identified needs were: to answer simple math problems; know how to perform the basic operation; and know how to solve the discount that is given to the purchased products. For entrepreneurial and livelihood skills, the results were: able to create a personal budget plan; identify appropriate business or livelihood based on the actual budget plan; and come up with a personal plan on how to improve yourself and your community through simple and productive actions. Based on the result of the study, the extension program developed was Pagbulig, Pagpabakod, kag Pag uswag (3Ps) Program for PDLs. With the goal of the university to serve the least, the last, and the lost, it is recommended that the program will be implemented
5 Es instructional learning activities on learner's conceptual understanding, science process skills, and attitudes towards Physics
Full text linkThis research is rooted in the existing educational issue in science education, focusing on the successful attainment of science process skills and conceptual understanding, and the promotion of positive attitudes towards physics as stipulated in the K to 12 Science Curriculum of the Philippines. This quasi-experimental study, with a two-group pretest-posttest design study, aimed to determine the level of science process skills, conceptual understanding, and attitudes of Grade 8 learners towards physics after the employment of a set of 5 Es instructional learning activities (ILAs) in the topics of Newton's laws of motion, work and energy, and heat. The participants were divided into two groups: the Five Es ILAs group, and the non-5 Es ILAs group. The instruments, administered before and after the intervention, were the (1) science process skills test (SPST), (2) conceptual understanding test (CUT), and (3) attitude towards physics questionnaire. It can be concluded that the 5 Es instructional learning activities can be a useful and effective learning tool in delivering instruction in physics to grade 8 learners. It can significantly improve learners' science process skills and conceptual understanding of physics. Despite the increase in the average mean in the attitude of the learners towards physics, results showed that there was no significant difference between their attitudes before and after the intervention. Implications on theory and practice and recommendations for future research and pedagogy were advanced
Start-up for reading: Contextualized and localized material for IP learners
Full text linkThis design and development research study aimed at developing a reading material based on the least mastered reading skills. The participants of this study were the 20 Grade-I IP learners and the 4 Grade-I teachers who taught in public IP schools in one of the districts in the Division of Iloilo. The data were gathered in-person through in depth interview with teachers, classroom observation and learners individual reading assessment. The research instrument used during the data gathering were the validated researcher-made instruments: interview protocol, Test of Word Identification (TWI) in Kinaray-a and Kinaray-a Listening Comprehension Test (KLCT). The result of investigation reveal that the top three least mastered reading skills of Grade-I IP learners were decoding, reading comprehension and phonic knowledge. These least mastered reading skills were addressed from basic to complex reading skills from phonic knowledge, to decoding, to reading comprehension. During the development phase the reading material undergone 2-phases of evaluation and validation. To determine the validity of the reading material, the Evaluation Rating Sheet for New Print Resources of the Department of Education were used by panel of experts. The reading material was validated in terms of content, format, presentation and organization, and accuracy and up-to-datedness of information. Standard deviation and mean were employed to determine if the developed reading material pass the four factors of the evaluation form. The initial evaluation and validation were participated by four experts: 1 reading expert, 1 instructional material developer specialist, 1 IP district IP coordinator and 1 Kinaray-a language expert. The result revealed that the material failed the evaluation. Whereas, the final evaluation and validation was participated by 5 validators: 1 reading expert, 1 instructional material developer specialist, 1 Kinaray-a language expert, 1 public schools district supervisor, and 1 municipal IP coordinator. The overall result revealed that the reading material entitled, "START-UP FOR READING: CONTEXTUALIZED AND LOCALIZED MATERIAL FOR IP LEARNERS" passed all four factors and was rated "passed" and was recommended by the panel of experts for its approval for its utilization in public schools. The researcher recommended that the developed reading material will be used by Grade-I IP learners who were struggling in decoding, phonic knowledge and reading comprehension. Teachers in IP schools were also encouraged to use this material in their reading instruction to facilitate their learners' reading ability