The SMCC Higher Education Journal aims to publish original research from faculty and external experts dealing on various disciplines in higher education such as but not limited to Teacher Education, Business Administration, Criminology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Tourism, Hotel and Restaurant Management and Liberal Arts.
TALENT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN A SELECTED PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Talent management has emerged as a strategic human resource function linked to organizational performance; however, empirical evidence in private basic and higher education institutions in provincial contexts remains limited. This study examined the extent of talent management practices and their relationship with employee performance in selected private schools in Buenavista, Nasipit, and Carmen (BueNasCar), Agusan del Norte. Anchored on Social Exchange Theory and the Ability–Motivation–Opportunity (AMO) framework, the study employed a quantitative descriptive-correlational design. Data were gathered from 195 teaching and non-teaching personnel selected through stratified random sampling from ten private schools during School Year 2023–2024. An adapted and pilot-tested questionnaire measured three dimensions of talent management practices (recruitment and selection; training and development; rewards and compensation) and four dimensions of employee performance (quantity of output, quality of output, timeliness of output, and presence at work). Descriptive statistics (weighted mean) and Spearman rank-order correlation were utilized for analysis. Findings revealed that talent management practices were implemented to a moderate extent (overall M = 3.36), with recruitment and selection ranked highest. Employee performance was likewise rated to a moderate extent (overall M = 3.44), with presence at work obtaining the highest mean (M = 3.52). Correlational analysis indicated a statistically significant positive relationship between talent management practices and employee performance (ρ = .458, p = .001), leading to the rejection of the null hypothesis. The results affirm that structured and consistent implementation of talent management practices contributes meaningfully to enhanced employee performance in private educational institutions. The study underscores the need for strategic investment in recruitment systems, continuous professional development, and competitive compensation structures to strengthen institutional effectiveness and long-term sustainability in the education sector.
Copyright (c) 2026 Marjorie C. Jimenez, CHRA, Rico James T. Felias, Daryll G. Luis, CHRA, Renita Lourdes D. Lagapa (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
TEACHERS’ ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) LITERACY FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF REMOTE TEACHING IN UNIVERSITIES IN RIVERS STATE
The study investigated teachers’ Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy for the implementation of remote teaching in Universities in Rivers State. Three research questions were raised and three hypotheses tested in the study. Descriptive survey design was adopted in the study. The population of the study was all the lecturers in the three public private Universities in Rivers State out of which 384 lecturers were sampled for the study using the Cochran formula while selection of respondents was through convenience sampling technique. The instrument used for data gathering was a 15 items questionnaire named “Teachers’ Artificial Literacy for Remote Teaching Questionnaire” (TAILRTQ) which was face and content validated by three experts. There were 384 copies of questionnaire administered but only 351 copies representing 91.4% were retrieved and used for analysis. Research questions raised were answered using mean and standard deviation while the hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance using z-test statistics. The result of the study revealed a low level of AI literacy among the teachers. However, it was indicated that the teachers identified that AI has potential benefits such as enriching online teaching experience and promoting critical thinking. The challenges identified included lack of technical know-how and insufficient technological infrastructure among others. The study recommended adequate sensitization of lecturers on the adoption of AI for all educational activities.
Copyright (c) 2026 Eliphaletphebe Amaewhule, Precious Aderiye (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FOURFOLD FUNCTION: A STUDY OF HIGHER EDUCATIONINSTITUTIONS IN CARAGA REGION
This study examined the extent to which accredited higher education institutions in the Caraga Region fulfill the fourfold functions of higher education institutions —instruction, research, Extension, and Production—within the Arts and Sciences programs. Using a descriptive-quantitative approach, data were collected from 72 respondents, including administrators, faculty, and students across six higher education institutions. The results revealed that the instruction function was fulfilled very well, while research, extension, and production were rated good but still needed improvement. Production revealed the least fulfilled function. These results underscore both strengths and gaps in the functional delivery. The study concludes that while Caraga higher education institutions show an overwhelming dedication to the fourfold functions, a more level approach would enhance institutional impact.
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TEACHER MORALE AMONG PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN TALACOGON WEST DISTRICT, DIVISION OF AGUSAN DEL SUR
Teachers’ morale refers to how a teacher feels positive and interested in achieving school goals, and the school meets the teacher’s needs and expectations. This study intended to determine the teacher’s morale among Elementary School Teachers in Talacogon West District, Division of Agusan del Sur of the school year 2016 – 2017. This study made use of the descriptive-normative method of investigation. The respondents of this study were the 28 public elementary school principals in the division of Agusan del Sur. Based on the finding, the study denotes that the teachers are conscious of the different assignments they handled. It greatly affects personal morale in dealing with a different assignment with most probably different behavior. It was recommended that the teachers and administrators attend capability-building training to learn and apply best practices in adopting and improving good relationships with a good climate in the school. Teachers and administrators should embrace the latest trends and strategies to help them grow more maturely in a world with behavioral challenges. Great attention must be given to the schools, including teachers who have a faculty with behavioral problems, uphold recreational activities within the school to build a good rapport with one another. Future research should explore the intervention plan as a viable option for different school climates as they embrace change
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STUDENTS' PREFERRED TEACHING STRATEGIES IN SONGS AND DANCES
The teaching of this subject enables the students to learn more Philippine songs and dances, love their very own culture and country. The study determined the preferred teaching strategies in teaching Philippine songs and dances at Kibungsod National High School, Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental. This study used a mixed method of gathering data. The respondents of the study were the six (6) MAPEH teachers and 179 Grade 7 students of Kibungsod National High School. Based on the findings, the teachers are using varied teaching strategies for teaching songs and dances. In addition, the students preferred more on the technology-aided approach while the Kodaly method strategy is the least preferred. Moreover, MAPEH majors are needed in teaching the subject to have quality learning. It was recommended that the Department of Education officials, supervisors, and principals create more seminar workshops/training among all MAPEH teachers responsive to their specific needs to enhance their knowledge and skills of songs and dances. Teachers should engage the students in more meaningful and enjoyable activities, especially in folk songs and folk dances, and applying technology in their teaching so that students will more likely retain the lessons and love folk songs and folk dances.
Copyright (c) 2026 ANALIZA BERNADOS SOCAOCO (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
THE LEADERSHIP STYLES OF SCHOOL HEADS IN BAYUGAN NORTH AND NORTHWEST DISTRICTS AND THE EFFICIENCY OF TEACHERS
Leadership styles push every member of the school organization to be active, eager, and desirous to accomplish the assigned task with sincerity, loyalty, and commitment to teaching work. The study attempted to determine the relationship between leadership styles and the efficiency of teachers in Bayugan North and Northwest District, Division of Bayugan City for the school year 2018-2019. The study used a descriptive research design. The study involved 125 respondents. It used a research instrument on leadership styles and the efficiency of the teacher’s questionnaire in gathering the data from the respondents. The statistical treatments used were the frequency count, percent, weighted mean, coefficient of correlation, and t-test of relationship in analyzing the data. The finding revealed that the school heads were adopting the democratic and authoritative leadership styles to maintain good relations and support from the subordinate teachers through cooperation, understanding, and teamwork, which enable them to attain the goals and objectives of the school organization. It was recommended that the school heads should maintain a democratic style of leadership in dealing with the subordinates. The teachers should maximize their efficiency in teaching, particularly in doing assigned work in coordinating extra-curricular activities in school. Future researchers should undertake research similar to this study to verify its result.
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LAND-USE CONVERSION RICE PRODUCTION AND FOOD SECURITY
As the world population increases drastically, the land-use conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural uses is massively observable in highly urbanized cities. The study was conducted to describe the impact of the land-use conversion on rice production and food security in Butuan City from 2014 to 2016. The city has a total land area of 81,728 hectares with rice production areas of 8,141.44 hectares which is 10.038 percent of the entire land area. It also investigated the Local Government Unit support on the development and thrust and policy support, the profile of the land use classification, farmers’ distribution, rice field conversion rate, rice production through harvest, and food security in terms of price and stocks. The results of the study revealed that there were already 89.031 hectares of agricultural land permanently converted to non-agricultural use. Rice production in the city could not sustain the daily rice requirement to its population, and rice farmers are quite dissatisfied with the provision and programs of the city government. It was recommended that the Local Government of Butuan City should review the City Zoning or land use plan and adapt Agricultural Land Protection Program that would ensure farmers’ productivity and food security in the city.
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EFFECTS OF BULLYING ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF GRADE 3 LEARNERS
The role of school in school is to help children develop their mental, physical, and moral abilities. The study determined the effects of bullying on the academic per-formance of Grade 3 learners in Kitcharao District, Division of Agusan del Norte, Philippines. The researcher in the study used the descriptive survey method. The test questionnaires were administered to 147 respondents. Physical bullying, verbal bullying has been affecting the academic performance of grade learners significantly. The study concludes that bullying in school, such as physical, verbal, and gang of bullies, has been happening in school often and disturbing to some extent the learners’ performance. These disturbances have only obtained average performance. The school should moni- tor without let-up bullying and strictly implement disciplinary action to it versus bullies to protect graders from disturbances of their learning process. Moreover, the teachers should always advise and guide their learners to shun away from resorting to bullying at all times.
Copyright (c) 2026 EVELYN PENALES (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
READINESS TO TEACH ONLINE AMONG FACULTY OF EASTERN VISAYAS STATE UNIVERSITY ORMOC CITY CAMPUS, PHILIPPINES
Measuring the readiness of the faculty to teach online is a condition of faculty preparedness for the online teaching environment. This study aimed to evaluate the readiness among faculty in Eastern Visayas State University Ormoc City Campus during the academic year 2020-2021. The researchers used a descriptive research design in conducting the study. The survey was conducted among 130 faculty using a google form, and the data were gathered through survey questionnaires and tested using average weighted mean through SPSS software. Based on the findings for course design, course communication, time management, and technical competencies, the teachers rated these areas higher than expected. In terms of attitude towards teaching online, the result was also beyond expectation. Therefore, the faculty of Eastern Visayas State University Ormoc City Campus, Philippines, are ready to teach online. Assessing the readiness of the faculty to teach online makes a significant difference in the overall performance of online courses and programs. It was recommended that the faculty teaching online classes should attend trainings and seminars. In addition, the instructional designers should assist the faculty in their preparation in the four areas before the actual teaching. Moreover, the administrators must provide full support for the faculty to teach online.
Copyright (c) 2026 JERECO JIMS AGAPITO, MA. ERENITA BAHIAN, JOEL CAPALA, RUDERICO ENDRIANO, FELIX ARCILLA JR. (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
ASSESSMENT OF THE TALAANDIG KNOWLEDGE OF GOOD AND EVIL
The Talaandig is one of the seven lumad tribes in the province of Bukidnon. This applied -quantitative survey research used a researcher-prepared questionnaire checklist of good and evil deeds based on biblical principles. Thirty Talaandig residents of a Talaaandig settlement in Bukidnon were the respondents of the study. It is concluded that indigenous peoples such as the Talaandigs have in their core belief basic knowledge of good and evil parallel to the provisions in the Ten Commandments, illustrating that knowledge of good and evil is embedded in the psyche of human beings originating from the perfection of Eden and the entrance of evil resulting from the Fall of Adam and Eve into sin. Based on the findings of this study, the following are recommended. To employ the concepts of good and evil being inherent in the core belief of the Talaandig as opening wedge to reach these people group with the gospel. (a) Their highest good deed being sacrifice for the sake of another is a perfect idea to teach about the sacrifice of Jesus for the sake of humanity, to bring reconciliation between God and man. (b) “Killing being their highest evil deed followed by coveting, living together without marriage and stealing can be used effectively to teach about the principles of the Ten Commandments.
Copyright (c) 2026 MURPHY ARCILLA, FELIX ARCILLA, VENERACION CABANA (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
LEXICAL ANALYSIS OF THE FIRSTINAUGURAL SPEECH OF NIGERIAN FORMER PRESIDENT OLUSEGUN OBASANJO
A political speech is to inform the audience, seek facts from people to enrich the political leader’s information bank, or persuade people to accept the political leaders’ views on some issues. Hence, a political speech is expected to appeal, neutralize, persuade, elaborate, educate, control, regulate, and inform the masses. In essence, political speeches are laden with various linguistic features. The author examines the linguistic features (as espoused in lexical cohesion) of the first inaugural speech of former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo. The method used for this study contains sampling and reading the selected inaugural presidential speech. The lexical features are repetition, synonym, antonym, hyponymy, and collocation. The author uses discourse analysis to drive home her point. The findings reveal that President Olusegun Obasanjo made much use of repetition. In essence, politicians emphasize words showing that the electorate or audience is more convinced when ideas are repeated. Synonym came closely to repetition.
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THE STATUS OF SCHOOL FACILITIES FOR SPECIAL PROGRAM IN THE ARTS (SPA): IT'S INFLUENCE ON THE STUDENT PERFORMANCE
Schools in the 21st century require school plants which includes all facilities essential for the achievement of educational objectives. The aim of this study was to determine the status of school facilities for Special Program in the Arts (SPA) and its influence on the student performance in competitions of Gingoog City Comprehensive National High School (GCCNHS). The research design is descriptive. The status of the school facilities was assessed through a teacher-designed questionnaire in terms of availability, adequacy, and usability answered by the SPA students and teachers. The researcher gathered the General Point Average (GPA) of the SPA students and was tested to measure the relationship of the status of the school facilities and the students’ performance. The statistical treatments applied were the frequency, mean and t-test. The findings of the study revealed that there is no evidence that the school has available, adequate and usable school facilities and there is no significant difference between the school facilities and student performance tested at 0.05 level. Thus, it is a contributory factor in the low achievement of students in competitions.
Copyright (c) 2026 LADY ANN SABIT (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
NEW AGE SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THEIR INFLUENCE ON TEACHERS' COMMITMENT AMONG TEACHERS IN CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Teachers’ new age intelligences is making new possibilities, being creative and updated with ICT competencies to perform ones’ work. This study was purposely conducted to find the extent of the influence of teachers’ new age social intelligences on their commitment among teachers in central elementary schools of Agusan del Norte. New age social intelligences such as adversity quotient, creativity quotient, leadership quotient, quantum quotient, technology quotient, and spiritual quotient and the teachers’ commitment were examined. Further, significant relationship of the new age social intelligences and teachers’ commitment and which of the new age social intelligences significantly singly or in combination predicts teachers’ commitment were tested. The descriptive – correlation design of study was used with the survey technique employing a researcher-made questionnaire. The study used statistical techniques such as mean, Pearson correlation coefficient and linear regression correlation. There is a significant relationship between new age social intelligences and teachers’ commitment. Of the six new social intelligences, spiritual quotient significantly predicts teachers’ commitment. New age social intelligences have bearing on teachers’ commitment. As recommendation, in-service training shall be conducted by the Division of Agusan del Norte to the teachers to improve their knowledge and skills in ICT. This must cover the use of computer in classroom instructions.
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THE ROLE OF SCHOOLS IN OVERCOMING BULLYING CASES AT THE HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL
Bullying can occur at all school levels, from kindergarten to high school, even to tertiary institutions. The article aims to describe bullying and aggression in Indonesia and the United States of America’s high school environments and to focus on the school’s role and programs for overcoming these problems. The study uses the literature review to examine available scientific literature on the role of schools in overcoming bullying cases. The content analysis of scientific literature was used. Based on the review, peer-relations, partnerships can form within community members that motivate and inspire students to better behavior or encourage them to find help when they need it. By adopting multiple strategies to some schools’ preventions program of bullying, schools will put themselves altogether to deal with bullying as soon as possible before it has resulted in anything tragic. The whole-school approach for promoting school harmony is desirable to use the multidisciplinary cooperation strategy conducted by involving all the students and includes teachers, school administrations member, and doctors to set up a long-term anti-bullying platform in schools. It was recommended that students be taught in the classroom everyday learning process how to treat and respect everyone and that there is no excuse for saying something mean or disrespectful to someone else.
Copyright (c) 2026 MARIA REGINA JAGA (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
DETERMINANTS OF CAREER PATHS AMONG GRADE 12 STUDENTS, DIVISION OF AGUSAN DEL NORTE, PHILIPPINES
A career path is an important part of one’s life that is influenced by several factors. This study aimed to ascertain one of the determinants of career path among Grade 12 students in the division of Agusan del Norte. The researcher utilized the descriptive- correlational research design. The respondents of the study are the Grade 12 students who were officially enrolled in the school year 2019-2020, their parents and guardians, their teachers, and their guidance advocates. Collected data were tabulated and treated with appropriate statistical techniques. Based on the findings, school and community factors have a high extent of manifestation than peer factors in the social and environmental influence of career paths among the respondents. In addition, the college pathway is the first preference of the respondents after completing senior high school degree than taking technical-vocational courses, work while studying, and seeking employment. Engaging in the business venture after graduation is the least preferred path. Moreover, family characteristics, social and environmental influence, and access and equity significantly relate to student’s career pathways. It was recommended that the school heads consider stakeholders’ involvement, including teachers, parents, community, and guidance counselors, to enhance career guidance programs at school. The empowerment of teachers and guidance counselors shall be sustained by involving them in the school improvement planning and activities, providing them career guidance trainings and seminars.
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ADOPTION OF INTEGRATED RICH FISH FARMIN SYSTEM IN AGRARIAN REFORM COMMUNITIES CLUSTER
Rice commodity is a primary component in global food security, as it is the main ingredient in the daily diets of around 3 billion people, especially in Asia. Like other agricultural production, rice cultivation depends on scarce natural resources. This Study outlines the utilization of land and water in rice production, and suggests an approach for optimizing use efficiency, namely through the combination of Integrated Rice - Fish Farming System (IRFFS) and Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The author argue that the utilization of land and fresh water is optimized through integrated and complementary production of rice and fish - two basic foods items in daily local diets. The study reviews currently available scientific literature on integrated rice-fish farming systems. IRFFS are characterized, and respective yield potential and interactions between rice and fish are discussed. Socio-economic surveys regarding the adoption of integrated rice-fish farming system will be summarized. The study also reviews literature on the impact of fish culture on rice field ecology as outlined in studies on weed infestation, insect populations, and greenhouse gas emissions. The study concludes that rice-fish culture can be an option to help rice producing countries keep pace with soaring domestic demand for food, especially fish. Integrated rice and fish farming system optimizes the benefits of land and water resources through complementary use and exploits the harmony between fish and plant.
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SUSTAINING LIVELIHOODS INTERVENTIONS IN GHANA THROUGH THE USE OF ENDOGENOUS DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORKS: A REVIEW OF BASKET WEAVING IN THE BOLGATANGA MUNICIPALITY OF GHANA
The sustainability of rural livelihoods has become a significant concern to small producers and development organizations. This study examined basket weaving, a major livelihood activity in the Bolgatanga Municipality of Ghana, with support from NGOs, private and state organizations. However, there are concerns about the sustainability of this livelihood activity due to the approaches used by the development organizations. The researcher employed a qualitative research methodology, including focus group discussions and key informant interviews to investigate this problem. A total of 80 basket weavers and 12 development organizations were sampled for the study. The results showed incongruity in the expectations of the basket weavers and that of the development organizations supporting basket weaving in the study area. While the basket weavers sought to meet their economic, social, and spiritual needs, the interest of the development organizations was the economic empowerment of the basket weavers. The conservation of the vetiver grass, water, and fuel resources, the use of community resources, particularly the spiritual beliefs, practices, and values of the basket weavers, and the institutionalization of an annual festival for basket weaving where recommendations tabled for boosting and sustaining the basket weaving industry in the study area.
Copyright (c) 2026 ANAB CHRYSOGONUS (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
BEHAVIOR DURING MEETINGS OF THE FACULTY OF THE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE VISAYAS
Faculty meetings are important gatherings to learn as a community. This study determined the behavior during meetings of the faculty of the College of Engineering and Architecture of the University of the Visayas during the school year 2018-2019. The descriptive survey method of the research was used in this study. Based on the findings, the College of Engineering faculty promoted the flow of communication among their colleagues. In addition, they suggested procedures for a smooth and open discussion of issues, where free discussion of ideas was encouraged. Refraining from excessive competitive behavior, the CEA faculty drew out the opinions of the other faculty members, especially those new to the department, for they would be encouraged to express their views and thus contribute to the improvement of instruction and operations in the College of Engineering. Moreover, they skillfully handled the discussion so the new faculty members would not feel intimidated by their assertiveness. It was recommended that the faculty arrange the details of the meeting to avoid disagreements. The participants should be informed about the items to be discussed and prepare their questions about the subject matter. Moreover, the faculty should also place the topic in focus, and the presiding officer decides whether the meeting is called for information or for discussion of issues.
Copyright (c) 2026 AMJED ALBEHAIREY, JERECO JIMS AGAPITO, NIMFA RODRIGUEZ, FELIX ARCILLA JR. (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
TEACHER'S RESPONSES ON THE NEW NORMAL LEARNING DELIVERY MODALITIES: PROSPECTIVE LIFELONG LEARNING PATHWAY
This study aims to assess the teacher’s responses on the different learning modalities amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. This research applied the descriptive method. The subjects of this research are the teachers in selected public and private elementary schools of Agusan del Norte, Caraga Region, Philippines. The study revealed that teachers are adaptive and receptive to change in this new normal. They see themselves as facilitators of learning and ensure flexibility in dealing with student’s needs. Regarding learning modalities, most teachers opted for online teaching followed by blended teaching and modular teaching as the least preferred modality. The study results recommend that teachers be given ample time to enroll in short courses and sufficient training in all learning modalities. Aside from that, parents and other stakeholders must be oriented to the changes in the educational setting in this new normal. The learning materials produced in the new normal class (i.e., videos, modules, learning activity sheets) must be kept and improved for future use.
Copyright (c) 2026 ALVIC ARNADO, GLENN AVILES, NIÑA SOLANIA, RAZELIZA VENTURA (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
A CONTENT ANALYSIS OF THE ASSESSMENT PRACTICES OF GRADE 3 TEACHERS
Classroom assessment is an integral part of teaching and learning process. The study investigated the classroom assessment practices of Grade 3 teachers in the division of Agusan del Norte, Philippines vis-à-vis with DepEd Order No. 8, s. 2015. Exploratory approach was employed making use of interview and analysis of sample assessment tools. Qualitative data were analyzed partly following Georgi’s technique. Content analysis and coding technique were also employed. It revealed that the Grade 3 teachers in the Division of Agusan del Norte failed to implement the prescribed assessment activities before the lesson, during lesson and after the lesson. Discrepancies were also revealed in the summative assessment where the performance-based assessment activities were not highly evident. They allegedly practiced both the traditional and alternative modes. The teachers’ practice of authentic mode of assessment is less evident attributed to some teachers who attempted performance-based, portfolios and rubrics but only to a minimal extent. This implies the need to implement classroom assessment activities cognizant of the set standard by the Department of Education at this Grade level.
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PERSONAL AND CONTEXTUAL ENABLERS: PREDICTORS OF LIBRARY PERSONNEL'S THRIVING AT WORK
Thriving is a great indication that an individual manifests enthusiasm, effective knowledge acquisition, job satisfaction, and commitment. This study was conducted to explore the personal and contextual enablers that serve as predictors of the participants’ thriving at work. This study utilized a descriptive-correlational research design to gather quantifiable information on the relationships between the variables. The participants of this study were the ninety-five (95) DepEd library employees of Agusan del Norte and Butuan City, selected through simple random sampling. The descriptive-correlational design was used in this study, and a researcher-made questionnaire was utilized as the tool for data gathering. The following findings were revealed: personal and contextual enablers were rated at a very high extent by the participants; the participants had a very high extent of vitality to indicate their thriving at work. In terms of the learning dimension of their thriving at work, the participants rated it to a very high extent; and based on the regression analyses, the strong predictor of the participants’ thriving at work, specifically on its learning dimension, is the challenging environment. As to the vitality dimension of thriving, the identified strong predictors are piety and religiousness, affection and trust, and a challenging environment. Thus, the enablers predict the participants’ thriving at work. It is recommended that their employer provide opportunities that will consistently uphold the enablers that will facilitate their employers’ thriving at work.
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THE GOALS OF A CHILD-FRIENDLY SCHOOL AND THE PSYCHO-SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT OF THE LEARNERS IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN THE DIVISION OF BUTUAN CITY, PHILIPPINES
This study sought to determine the goals of a child-friendly school and the psycho- social environment of the learners in public secondary schools in the Butuan City division Philippines. A mixed-method of quantitative and qualitative research was used in the study with questionnaire as the tool to describe the goals of a child friendly school and the psycho-social environment of the learners. A focus group discussion (FGD), in-depth interview and Delphi technique were used to determine the facilitating and hindering factors. The findings revealed that the goals of child-friendly school have high sustainability of advocacy in the implementation among schools. The psycho- social environment of the learners manifested a satisfactory status which meant that majority of the students were satisfactory equipped in their learning environment. The facilitating factors were the support and active participation of the principal, teachers, students and the community. The hindering factors were the financial, assigned person to manage child-friendly school activities, teachers’ attitude, students’ lacking awareness and lacking of facilities. A designed model was made for the sustainable implementation in the advocacy of the goals of child-friendly school and psycho-social environment of the learners. The results of the study can be utilized to have sustainable implementation of child-friendly school.
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LEVEL OF IMPLEMENTATION OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT POLICIES AND WORK BEHAVIOR OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES, GINGOOG CITY
Human Resource Policies are continuing guidelines on the approach an organization. The study focused on the level of implementation of the human resource management policies and the work behavior. The respondents of the study were the rank and file employees of DENR, Gingoog City, Philippines. The descriptive correlational research design was used in the study. Male overshadows female rank and file employees of DENR, Gingoog field office. It was found out that the soft side of human resource management policy implementation such as placement and motivation is not as pressing compared to the employee recruitment and selection, and employee development. Furthermore, in employee development side, the office is not enthusiastic on studying employees’ job satisfactions, less intense in implementing anti-bullying law and implementing anti sexual harassment law. There is proper observance of work behavior in terms of professionalism, communication, cognition, technology and social components. Rank and file employees value work, are team player, are technology advocate, and observe social norms in the work place and even outside of office functions. The work behavior of rank and file employees is not directly attributed by the stringent execution of human resource management policies. Workers behave as expected and the consciousness that they are being assessed and monitored through the Strategic Performance Management System is heightened.
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THE SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM (SPED) IN THE PROVINCE OF SURIGAO DEL SUR, PHILIPPINES
Special Education program in the Philippines has become more imperative in response to the growing number of children with special needs having access to quality education. This study is designed to assess the implementation of Special Education (SPED) Program of the nine SPED implementing schools in the province of Surigao del Sur using the CIPP Model. This study involved a descriptive-survey utilizing the structured questionnaire and focused group discussion (FGD). The data were analyzed using frequency count, percentage distribution, mean and standard deviation and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). Content analysis was used in the qualitative data gathered in the FGD sessions. The findings of the study revealed that SPED implementation in the province of Surigao del Sur is high owing to the sufficient provisions in the Context and Product components and the deficiencies in the components of Input and Process. The findings of the study served as a basis for developing effective intervention programs and activities to enhance SPED implementation in the province and the deficiencies found in the components of Input and Process should be properly addressed by developing an effective programs and activities to enhance the SPED implementation in the province of Surigao del Sur.
Content Input Process Product (CIPP) Model
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EFFICACY OF TECHNOLOGY IN REINFORCING THE PERFORMANCE TASK IN ENGLISH AMONG GRADE 10 STUDENTS
Technology is now considered a way of life for people that its utilization cannot be ignored if schools are responsive to the demands of globalization. The study aimed to determine the level of efficacy of technology in reinforcing the performance tasks in English of the Grade 10 students of Pundasan National High School, Gingoog City. The researcher used an experimental design. A test was designed to determine the level of efficacy of technology in reinforcing the performance tasks in English administered to the 50 respondents after six weeks of treatment through teacher modeling. The treatment was carried out with the combination of lecture, discussion, and demonstration of the application of technology as a tool for students in completing the performance tasks in English. The statistical treatments applied were frequency and t-test. The overall result indicated that there is a significant difference tested at 0.05 level between the level of efficacy of technology in reinforcing the performance tasks in English before and after the treatment. Teacher modeling on the application of technology as treatment was found to be efficient in helping students use blogging, infographics, digital scrapbooking and digital storytelling in completing the performance tasks.
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CHALLENGES EXPERIENCED BY THE STUDENT TEACHERS OF PHILLIPINE COLLEGE FOUNDATION DURING THEIR PRACTICE TEACHING
Student teaching practice is known to expose student teachers to the actual practice of teaching The main objective of this study was to determine the challenges experienced by the student teacher of Philippine College Foundation during their practice teaching. The participants were the five BEED, who graduated on March 2017 at Philippine College Foundation and the selected three cooperating teachers of Philippine College Foundation Elementary Department. A self- made lead Questions were used in the individual and key\informant Interview was conducted with their cooperating teacher. The researchers transcribed and interpreted the interview results; themes were extracted to get the information on the challenges they experienced as a student teacher during their practice teaching. Findings revealed that all the participants have multiple challenges that need to be managed before going into student teaching to make student teaching a pleasant experience. It was recommended that there should be a seminar and workshop before sending the student teachers to the field and proper orientation must be done so that they would know what they are doing inside the classroom. Lastly, the student teachers should follow the cooperating teacher’s advice as well as the critiques of the modules to have at peace with the teacher and serves as their guide.
Copyright (c) 2026 CLENT GALE DACANAY, APRIL GRACE OTIDA, CHARLYN PANGANDUYON, FELIX ARCILLA JR. (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
THE EFFICACY OF STRATEGIC INTERVENTION MATERIALS (SIMS) IN TEACHING OCIAL STUDIES AMONG THIRD YEAR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
This study investigated the efficacy of the Strategic Intervention Materials (SIMs) in teaching Social Studies among the third-year high school students of Bugsukan Integrated School, Philippines. The researcher made use of the group pretest-posttest design. The pretest was used the present performance the five learning areas in Social Studies namely: The Growing Power of Europe, The Spread of European Power, The Expansion of European Power, The Awakening, and The World Between Wars. Mean was used to determine the academic performance of the student-respondents while t-Test was used to determine the significant difference in the results between the pretest and posttest. This study found out that, SIMs enhance students’ interest as well as their retention of the lesson. Watching video clips, film, and movies about the teaching in Social Studies increases students’ performance in the test. This is manifested in the high examination scores of the students in the fourth grading period. The significant difference in the students’ performance in the pretest and posttest in the result of the effective technique the teacher employs. The SIMs are deemed instrumental in upgrading students’ retention of the content of the subject as well as in sustaining their interest to learn and integrate the lessons in their real-life experiences as they identify themselves with the characters they see on the videos, films and other audio-video materials presented to them.
Copyright (c) 2026 RODELIO PASION (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
AWARENESS AND IMPACT OF CYBERCRIME AMONG SELECTED UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATES IN NIGERIA
This study examined the awareness and impact of cybercrime among selected university undergraduates in Osun state, Nigeria. A descriptive research of the survey type was adopted, 250 undergraduates who were randomly selected across five universities across the state. A validated and reliable questionnaire was used as an instrument. Data collected were analysed using frequency count of responses, simple percentages and relative importance index. Findings indicated that undergraduates are aware of the identities of cyber criminals based on the activities they engage in and a large percentage of the population of university undergraduates in Osun state are involved in cybercrime. The findings further revealed some well-known cybercrimes as well as the negative impacts of cybercrime on university undergraduates. The study concluded Undergraduates across universities have turned cybercrime into a way of living. Resulting from this study, it is clear that undergraduates in Nigeria’s universities are becoming deeply involved in acts of cybercrime and some of them don’t even know the gravity of the offenses they are committing even though some do. It was recommended that Students in tertiary institutions should also abstain from any illegal or criminal acts while using the internet not to become criminals without even knowing.
Copyright (c) 2026 MUTAHIR OLUWAFEMI ABANIKANNDA (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
COLLECTION EVALUATION OF SAINT MICHAEL COLLEGE OF CARAGA- LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER
This collection evaluation is a process of assessing library materials through collection mapping. This should be done regularly to monitor the library collection. The study aimed to evaluate the library collection of Saint Michael College of Caraga Learning Resource Center. The method being employed in this study descriptive method. It specifically used the quantitative and document analysis approach. The study was focused on the library collection of nine (9) programs offered at Saint Michael College of Caraga. The main research instruments are CHED Memorandum Order common to all programs. So, the results of the study would be the basis in formulating a collection development plan for SMCC-Learning Resource Center. The study disclosed that for the last five years, in terms of print resources particularly in periodicals, mostly all programs have enough resources to be used while in print books, majority of the subjects in each program do not have enough or have no available resources at all. The same with non-print; most of the subjects do not have available materials. While the electronic resources (computer-based), all subjects in each program has no available subscribed resources for users. Thus, the result of the study shows that the library collection of Saint Michael College of Caraga-Learning Resource Center is not enough to support the program offered and meet the demands of the curriculum and different information needs of its users.
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ASSESSMENT OF THE LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER OF SAINT MICHAEL COLLEGE PF CARAGA
This study is the guide in the implementation of library development plan and formulation of the budget allocation for the years to come and its serve as reminders of the administrators as to the development of the Learning Resource Center. Descriptive- survey method research, questionnaire was used as the main instrument of the gathering of data. Based on the result of the study of assessment of the learning resource center of Saint Michael College of Caraga in term of services of the library staff offered and served to the student, teaching and non- teaching personnel are all strongly agree means that the level of the library services offered is very extensively and excellently provided to the library users’ needs. On the area of Library Collection offered served to the library users: for the student is Strongly Agree means the level of the library services offered is very extensively and excellently provided to the library users’ needs, while the faculty and non- teaching personnel are Agree means that the level of library services offered is very extensively and excellently provided to the library users’ needs. There is a need to fully automate the library services, especially in the circulation area, OPAC and free internet access must be provided. The library must have a newsletter and publications to disseminate what is in the library.
Copyright (c) 2026 MADELYN ANIÑON (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0