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The Causal Model Analysis of Job Demand-Control-Support, Job Stress, And Job Satisfaction: The Samples From Correctional Officers in Taiwan
No full textJob stress is considered to be an increasing problem of correctional officers for prison management. The occupation of correctional officers is a high-risk industry, and there is increasing attention that correctional officers reported to an increase in job stress and there was no much further information about this problem in Taiwan. This study adopted the model of Job Demand-Control-Support (JDCS) and job stress to predict job satisfaction in 281 correctional officers in Taiwan. We also employed a confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation model (SEM) to justify hypotheses being explored. The results show that social support positively influenced job satisfaction; monitoring, operational, organizational demand and job stress negatively affected their job satisfaction. Finally, this study also justified that a female correctional officer had higher job stress than male correctional officers. For government agencies, the supervisor needs to give more care and rewards to correctional officers and give them more work autonomy. Supervisors need to adopt transformational leadership and to avoid working too long for correctional officers. Executive supervisors should also pay attention to the work pressure of female employees and give them more social support
Analyzing the Global CO2 Emission per Capita using Fractals
No full textThis paper analyzes the pattern of global CO2 emission (GCE) per capita from 1960 to 2010. GCE data are treated as a fractal with consideration of the natural cycle of CO2 in the atmosphere. In this state, GCE obeys the self-similarity, irregularity and ruggedness behavior. To identify that this natural state is preserved as well as the possible reasons if deviation from this state is observed is subjected to fractal dimension analysis (FDA). From the GCE data, annual fractal dimensions (FD) were calculated and plotted against time. The same set of data was tested for fractality identifying countries with high and low per capita GCE. Results showed that the frequency distribution plot of GCE exhibited a memoryless function which implied that GCE is expected to increase.regardless of any interventions and levels of past and current emissions. Meanwhile, the FD plot showed a damped oscillation function which has direct implication to the resistance of countries on emission protocols. When this damping persist until a steady state is achieved, recovering the pre-industrialization levels of GCE is highly improbable. Moreover, calculated FD’s of GCE is embedded at
Flipped Classroom: Maximizing Face Time in Teaching and Learning
No full textThe focus of this quasi-experimental study was to assess the effectiveness of flipped classroom as a pedagogical strategy in teaching courses across disciplines. Specifically, the study looked into the performance of the two hundred thirty-eight (238) purposively chosen students in the conventional and flipped classes in the different courses such as Literature of the Philippines, Nursing Informatics and Field Study1. Furthermore, it also examined the students’ motivation and engagement level in different groups and the challenges in the implementation of a flipped classroom. Pre-test –Post-test design supported by qualitative data was used. Data were gathered using the validated questionnaires and interviews done with focus group discussion (FGD) and triangulation to crosscheck its trustworthiness. T-test and thematic analyses were utilized in analyzing the data. Results revealed that students performed better in their flipped classes across disciplines. They were highly motivated and engaged in their respective classes for they can study the lessons at their own pace, time and place. Scaffolding for instructional delivery through technology like videos, online modules, and activities prepared by the professors provided students the avenue to maximize learning. Internet access and slow connection made the flipped classes difficult for professors and students. Despite the limitation of the educational technology to engage learners, flipped classroom was effective in maximizing face time in teaching and learning across the three (3) courses and three (3) different programs. Thus, flipping classes for blended learning for instructional delivery was innovatively responsive in this 21st century
Carbon Storage and Sequestration by Selected Tree Species in the University of San Carlos – Talamban Campus’ (USC-TC) Nature Park, Cebu City, Philippines
No full textIncreasing global warming as a result of an unprecedented increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is a worldwide concern. Among the most important greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is carbon dioxide. The call for the reduction and sequestration of carbon dioxide is indeed very urgent. Urban greenspaces are seen to be an important player in reducing carbon dioxide. In this regard, this study looks into the carbon storage and sequestration potential by an endemic and introduced tree species in the nature park of the University of San Carlos – Talamban Campus (USC-TC), namely the molave (Vitex parviflora) and mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla). Ninety (90) individuals of molave and 90 individuals of mahogany were measured in this study. On average, molave stored 36.21 Mg C ha– 1 while mahogany stored 207.76 Mg C ha– 1. Likewise, the molave sequestered carbon at a rate of 3.80 Mg C ha– 1 y – 1 while mahogany sequestered at a rate of 3.41 Mg C ha– 1y– 1. Conversely, older mahogany trees store more carbon than the younger molave trees. However, both old mahoganyand younger molave trees do not differ in their respective annual carbon sequestration rate. Thus far, urban greenspaces, such as the nature park of the University of San Carlos–Talamban Campus (USC-TC), Cebu City, Philippines can positively help in regulating microclimate conditions in an urban setting. It is therefore recommended that old-growth forests must be preserved and new reforestation projects must consider planting endemic species like molave
The Mao Naga Youth Dormitories A Traditional Educational System
No full textThe traditional “youth dormitories” popularly called “Morung” among the Naga ethnic tribes of North-East India, has aroused the interest of not only the anthropologists but also the educators with greater intensity today. The article examines the traditional system of education imparted through the common dormitory system among the Mao Naga tribe known as Khruchozü (Bachelors’ dormitory) and Lochozü (Virgins’ dormitory). Amazingly this institution imparts an integral formation to the youth through simple but potential dynamics of a tribal community. It slowly gave way to new structures with the advent of the Christian missionaries and the introduction of the modern educational system. A re-discovery of the traditional cultural values has become a contemporary need in search of dynamics for youth formation now and in the years to come
Government Spending vis-à-vis Business Enterprise Investments on Research and Development
No full textThis paper investigated the association of government spending and business enterprise investment to research and development. Exploratory data analysis was done on R&D expenditures on gross expenditures on Research and Development (GERD). Ratios of business enterprise investment over government spending revealed that Agriculture, Humanities and Social Sciences are usually governmentally funded; Engineering and Technology, and Medicine and Health Sciences are business-enterprise driven, and Natural Sciences is financed by both. It was also found out that business enterprises tend to support R&D sectors in high and middle-income countries, while government expenditure is more evident in low-income countries. Among the sectors, only E&T, NS and SS have highly significant and positive association on public and private spending. Therefore, public spending on R &D is focused on fields concerning citizen welfare and human development while business enterprises focus on advancements in technology and medical research. Research prioritization as measured through government expenditure spurs investment in the private sector in fields as they are deemed to have high social value, and positive impact on a country’s development. Policy decisions on R & D budget allocations should consider the dynamics of current spending in relation to private sector investments to maximize productivity and growth
Historicity of City and Town Names in the Province of Cebu
No full textPlace names are an important part of social life as they signify the collective identity of the inhabitants. Since place names signify social identity, it is important to determine the historicity of the narrative that trace their etymologies and origins. This study examined the historicity of the existing name narratives of the cities and towns of the province of Cebu contained in the fifty-five volumes comprising the histories of Cebu Province, Cebu Provincial Capitol together with 9 cities and 44 towns. The name narratives are categorized as either historical, most likely historical, most likely not historical, and not historical. Since bear certain characteristic features, they are classified into types. The examination and typification of the narratives yielded the following findings: 2 city and 20 town names are considered historical; 6 city and 14 town names are deemed most likely historical; 6 town names are adjudged most likely not historical; whereas, 1 city and 7 town names are regarded not historical. Moreover, 5 cities and 9 towns are named after flora and fauna; 2 cities and 5 towns are named after geographical features; 12 towns are named after customs, festivals, and events; 1 city and 4 towns are named after people; and, 1 city and 14 towns are named after Catholic saints, places in Spanish and Latin America. About 79% of cities and towns which are classified as fourth and third types are found to be historical and most likely historical. Several pre-colonial place names were replaced with Spanish names which usually consisted of names of Catholic saints or names of places in Spain and Spanish territories
Guidance Support System: Software Development and Application
No full textThis study aimed to develop a guidance support system software application that can secure and automatically store files and students’ record in the guidance center and to improve the manual process of gathering, segregating, and organizing forms administered by the Guidance Counselor. It also aimed to evaluate the system using the ISO 9126 Criteria for Software Quality to test its performance and efficiency. The software development process using the evolutionary prototyping method was used in the development of the system following several stages of system development. The descriptive method was used to interpret the result of the evaluation. The system was evaluated by IT Experts who are in line with database development and programming. Mean and standard deviation was used to interpret the result of the evaluation. The overall result of the evaluation was 4.06 which implies that the system has a very good performance and it met the criteria for software quality. Recommendation for the full implementation of the system and active involvement in the effectiveness of delivery and further mainstreaming of these services were also given
Correlation Networks and Hot Spot Detection of Dengue Morbidity in Cebu City, Philippines
No full textDengue is considered to be the fastest re-emerging disease in the world (WHO, 2012). Currently, it is one of the most prevalent diseases in the Central Visayas Region, Philippines particularly in Cebu City (Gubler and Clark, 1995). Each year, large number of dengue outbreaks continues to occur causing tremendous burden not only to health but to the economy as well. Thus, to address the increasing concern about the threat posed by Dengue Incidence, a clearer picture of epidemiology and important risk factors is needed. In this study, the weekly data on Dengue morbidity for each barangay in Cebu City from year 2011- 2015 were obtained from the Department of Health (DOH) region 7. A network is created per week based on the number of incidence occurring in each barangay. A hotspot or hub was then produced after running the network analysis for five (5) years. Results showed that there is a statistically significant cluster present in Cebu City and that its geographical distribution has expanded over the years. This finding provides data to inform program planning for possible Dengue Incidence control in the locality
The Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps): A Philippine Open Government Partnership (OGP) Initiative
No full textWhile 4Ps is part of Good Governance and Anti-Corruption (GGAC) Plan of the Aquino Administration, it is not an identified Open Government Partnership initiative. The researchers delved into how the OGP core principles are resonated through the 4Ps based on the OGP initiative facets: credibility of partnership, strength and innovation in open government approaches, evidence of results, sustainability and special recognition. This study employed a descriptive quantitative research method utilizing a standardized questionnaire, Open Government Awards-The Scoring Process. In order to discuss the issues and concerns of the grand challenges of the OGP Action Plan, a Multiple Stakeholder Approach was utilized. 4Ps invests in health and education of poor households, particularly of children aged 0-18 years old, requiring compliance of certain conditionalities. The 4Ps serves dual objectives: poverty alleviation and investment in human capital. It operates in 79 provinces covering 1484 municipalities, 143 cities in 17 regions with 4,090,667 registered households as of 25 June 2014. Stakeholders are one in saying that 4Ps is highly compliant of the OGP initiatives. Issues and concerns on the 4Ps are classified into (1) improving public service including non-identification of supposed beneficiaries, areas regarded as GIDA, need to establish rapport with partner agencies, system concerns, and protracted grievance mechanism process; (2) increasing public integrity: non-compliance to guidelines, poor attitude on public health, and issues of permanence and fear of discontinuance; and (3) managing public resources, lack of data updating and tracking mechanism, lack of personnel, decentralization, lack of information dissemination, and delayed cash transfer. The 4Ps is reflective of the core values of OGP and its challenges as observed by the stakeholders. The positive observation and the credible impact of the 4Ps pushed for clamors for institutionalization of the program to ensure sustainability. Further, there is a need for better collaboration between and among the stakeholders in order to best address challenges, issues and concerns in the implementation of the 4Ps