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Graphic Organizers Pedagogy and Retention Skills of Students with Intellectual Disability: A Sequential Explanatory Mixed Methods Inquiry
No full textRetention is the capacity to hold information in the mind. It is crucial for learning, especially in transferring knowledge to long-term memory. This study examines the impact of Graphic Organizers (G.Os) on information retention among students with intellectual disabilities (I.D.) at Guadalupe SPED Center in Cebu City, Philippines. Using purposive sampling, ten (10) students with I.D. enrolled in the upper-level SPED center were selected and divided equally into control and experimental groups. A pretest-posttest design, validated lesson plan with G.Os, assessment questionnaires, and semi-structured interviews were employed. Results show significant benefits of graphic organizers, including improved comprehension, enhanced memory retention, increased appreciation for visual learning, and a preference for these methods over conventional pedagogy as themes emerged. Several recommendations are derived to optimize the use of G.Os for students with I.D. Teachers should increase the number of item questions to assess G.O. effectiveness better and seek regular feedback from students to refine their use. Given the positive effects on retention, teachers are encouraged to incorporate lesson exemplars with G.Os into English instruction
Modeling the Economic Growth of the Philippines with Structural Change: A Case of the COVID-19 Pandemic
No full textThe structural change brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic in the behavior of economic growth in the Philippines is not yet fully analyzed and understood. This paper answers whether the pandemic caused a regime switch in the gross domestic product (GDP) of the Philippines, and if it is cointegrated with the Peso-Dollar exchange rate, import, and the Philippine stock market, in the presence of a structural break. The period used is from the 1st quarter of 2012 until the 1st quarter of 2022. An ARDL model is then proposed that describes a linear relationship between the variables. Results from the analyses show that the variables are cointegrated with a structural break in the first quarter of 2020 using the Gregory-Hansen test of cointegration with regime shifts. However, the structural change does not have a significant relationship with GDP based on the long-run coefficients in the proposed model. Findings suggest that policymakers should monitor and adapt economic policies for structural changes and utilize econometric models sensitive to events that significantly disrupt the dynamic behavior of the economy of the country
Wikang Filipino: Wikang Mapagbangon
No full textAng papel na ito ay binasa sa pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wika ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino noong 2023. Minodipika ang ilang bahagi upang umayon sa pormat ng Sourcebook. Sa bahaging ito, dinalumat sa pamamagitan ng analohiya ang estado ng wikang Filipino mula simula hanggang sa pagbangon pagkatapos ng pandemya sa apat na dimensiyon: politikal, kultural, sosyal, at sikolohikal. Ukol sa kaliwanagan ng wikang Filipino, inilahad ang epistemolohiyang kalikasan nito sa ikalawang bahagi ng papel. Binalangkas ang talakay sa pamamagitan ng tatsulok at pinatungan ng baligtad na tatsulok. Inilatag ang limang premise: (1) Wika bilang Instrumento at Pamamahagi ng Kaalaman, (2) Pagsusuri at Interpretasyon, (3) Konstruksyon ng Katotohanan, (4) Pag-usbong ng Diskurso, at (5) Sosyal na Konteksto. Panghuli, ay dinalumat ang praksis (praxis) ng wikang Filipino bilang wikang mapagbangon sa bagong kadawyan. Tinahip ang dalawang praksis. Una, binigyang-diin ang husay ng wika ay nasa taong gumagamit nito. Sumunod, ang wika ay may katutubong kakayahan. Sa madaling salita, ang kalayaan ng ating wika ay nakasalalay sa ating mga taong gumagamit. Sa pamitawan ng papel na ito, nilagom ang wikang Filipino bilang isang wikang mapagbangon na nagdaan sa mga hamon ng kasaysayan at patuloy na lumalago. Isang malaking patunay nating mga Pilipino na ang ating lakas at katatagan ay hindi matitinag lalo na sa pagmamahal sa ating kultura at pagkakakilanlan. Bilang panawagan, maniwala sana tayo na sa pagkilala at pagsasabuhay sa kapangyarihan ng ating wikang pambansa ay pinapahalagahan natin ang mayamang kasaysayan ng ating bansa
Evaluating the Impact of Braille Signage on Wayfinding System: A Phenomenological Study of Campus Accessibility for Students with Visual Impairments
No full textAccessibility within educational institutions poses significant challenges for students with visual impairments, particularly in navigation. This study evaluates the impact of a Braille signage wayfinding system on enhancing campus accessibility for students with visual impairments. Using a phenomenological approach, the study focused on the experiences of three (3) college students with visual impairments before and after implementing the Braille signage wayfinding system at a higher education institution in Cebu, Philippines. A semi-structured questionnaire with open-ended questions was employed to gather data, which was then analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed three key themes: (1) difficulties faced when navigating without the Braille signage wayfinding system; (2) positive feedback on the Braille signage\u27s readability and placement; and (3) overall positive impact on the students\u27 ability to navigate independently. In theme 1, participants described challenges such as difficulty identifying rooms, encountering obstacles, and getting lost due to the absence of navigational aids. In theme 2, students highlighted the effectiveness of the Braille signage, noting the raised and clear dots, appropriate placement, and its contribution to their navigation. In theme 3, students shared how the system increased their independence, reduced anxiety, and allowed them to familiarize themselves with routes and obstacles. The study recommends adding indicators for left-side placement of Braille signage, installing markers on vacant rooms to avoid confusion, and expanding the Braille signage system campus-wide to promote a more inclusive and accessible learning environment
From Striving to Thriving: Understanding the Resilience Frameworks and Practices of Educational Leaders during the COVID-19 Crisis
No full textThe COVID-19 pandemic has significantly transformed education systems worldwide, presenting unprecedented challenges for educational leaders. This paper is a Heideggerian phenomenology which implements Van Manen\u27s phenomenological methodology. The research delves into the resilience frameworks employed by educational leaders amidst the unparalleled challenges posed by the COVID-19 crisis. Through the lens of Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA), the study elucidates the nuanced experiences of educational leaders as they navigated the tumultuous terrain of the pandemic. By employing qualitative methods, including in-depth interviews and thematic analysis, this study uncovers the experiential characterization of resiliency in the context of education based on the experiential narratives of the informants. The research reveals elements that characterize resiliency in leadership in higher education institutions through the education leaders\u27 persistence in navigating uncertainty, resourcefulness and innovation, agility and creativity, efficient communication, adaptability, and supportive behavior. It was concluded that these elements have a leadership character as a manifestation of resiliency that promotes persistence in maintaining organizational activities and innovations in times of unprecedented challenges. The findings of this research may shed light on the pathways from mere surviving to thriving amidst adversity and challenges in the education niche. Through the exploration of lived experiences and sense-making processes, this study not only contributes to the theoretical understanding of resilience within the educational leadership context but also offers practical insights and recommendations for fostering resilience in educational settings amidst crisis
Implementation of Blended Learning Modality:An Evaluation Based on ABCD Model
No full textIn the integration of both online and face-to-face interactions, blended learning has become a significant educational approach. To examine its implementation, this study uses a descriptive-evaluation mixed-methods research design (quantitative and qualitative) to evaluate the implementation of the Blended Learning Modality based on ABCD Model. Using primary and secondary sources of data, adopted tools to measure learners’ satisfaction and engagement levels, and interview questions to validate participants’ responses, this study thoroughly evaluated the participants, programs, effects, and impact. Results show that the implementation of the program was effective in its effect on the satisfaction and engagement levels and academic performance of students and its impact on parents. These findings indicate that effective implementation of blended learning is a factor in students\u27 success. The researcher postulate recommendations to address a few gaps
The SM r-Stirling Numbers: An Algebraic Approach
No full textThe SM-Stirling numbers by Broder were initially defined through their combinatorial interpretation, and all essential properties and identities were obtained using a combinatorial approach. This paper introduces a slightly modified version of the -Stirling numbers through their exponential generating functions and derives all necessary properties and identities using an algebraic approach
Cebu Normal University MS Mathematics Graduates:A Tracer Study
No full textThis paper unveils the outcomes of a tracer study conducted on graduates who completed the Master of Science in Mathematics (MS Math) program at Cebu Normal University between 2015 and 2021. The primary objective of this tracer study is to discern the evolution in the career trajectories of these graduates, serving as a foundational element for evaluating the effectiveness of the MS Mathematics program at Cebu Normal University
Metasynthesis on the Impact of Game-Based Digital Applications on the Reading Proficiency of Dyslexic Students
No full textDevelopmental Dyslexia (DD) is the most common and serious reading disability that hinders the student’s capability to read. This meta-synthesis study aims to know the effects of game-based digital applications on developmental dyslexic students’ reading proficiency. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement flowchart, the researcher initially registered six hundred twenty-seven (627) studies from Google Scholar, Core.ac.uk, and Eric.edu.gov databases using the Boolean search strategies. Handsearching the reference lists of the eligible papers yielded forty-seven (47) related papers. After subjecting the papers to the inclusion and exclusion criteria, fifteen studies were selected and included in the final review. Clarke et al.’s thematic analysis of the data extracted from the papers yielded the four themes: 1) benefits of game-based digital applications for dyslexic students; 2) challenges and distractions; 3) usability and effectiveness of instructional applications; and 4) motivation and academic achievements. Overall, game-based digital applications have the potential to positively impact the reading proficiency of dyslexic students. However, it is essential to address the challenges and distractions that students may face while using these applications. By integrating the recommendations of this study into educational practices, educators can create inclusive learning environments that promote the academic success of dyslexic students
Untold Stories of Selected Student Teachers in Cebu City, Philippines
No full textThis is a narrative research study where the untold stories of selected student teachers are documented and analyzed. The untold stories are specifically focused on challenges student teachers encountered in their practice teaching, namely; mentor-mentee relationship, lesson planning, teaching demonstrations, and classroom management. As student teachers unveiled their stories, these challenges serve as inspirations to continue their journey and explore the world of teaching. This study utilizes narrative analysis where the narrative meaning was interpreted at an informational content level suited for content analysis. Content analysis is used in analyzing the verbatim accounts of the student teacher key informants. Further, coding is utilized in the identification of themes or categories. A homogeneous purposive sampling is used in the identification and selection of ten (10) student-teacher key informants who are chosen from two Teacher Education Institutions in Cebu City; one private and one public. Observations and in-depth interviews are conducted with selected student teachers in gathering detailed information about their on and off-campus practice teaching journey aside from collecting pertinent documents. Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) are utilized as an additional data-gathering technique. Triangulation is also used as an additional method for data analysis where documents, interviews, and observations were validated. It is recommended that an in-depth study of the same topic be conducted to further disclose the hidden challenges practice teaching provides. A mixed method design is recommended to quantify large samples constituting several teacher education institutions in the country