Filipino Students Research Articles

Learning Experiences of Filipino Students in an International Exchange Program in Thailand

Having the opportunity to participate in an international exchange program is not an easy path for every student. After spending a month in an international exchange program at Phranakhon Rajabhat University, Bangkok, seven Filipino students from Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology shared their reflections for this research study, which aimed to examine their learning experiences during the program. The research methodology included questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. The findings revealed that their experiences in terms of academic growth, cultural understanding, and personal development were overwhelmingly positive, despite some initial adjustments. They expressed a willingness to return to the country with their loved ones, highlighting that the organizers effectively addressed their needs and met their expectations. Their detailed insights in this report may provide useful ideas for those organizing similar programs.

Beyond Benchmarking: A Diagnostic Inquiry into the Underlying Determinants of Low Performance in Philippine PISA Science

The Philippines’ consistently low performance in the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) Science Assessment has sparked concerns about the country’s educational quality and competitiveness. The science scores are due to socioeconomic status, teacher quality, resource deficiencies, and systemic issues. A multi-pronged approach with evidence-based interventions is recommended to improve scientific literacy. This paper conducts a diagnostic inquiry into the underlying determinants contributing to Filipino students’ underachievement in PISA science. Drawing from an extensive literature review, the analysis identifies several interrelated factors spanning multiple levels of the educational system. Socioeconomic status, motivation, self-efficacy beliefs, and language proficiency emerged as significant predictors at the student level. School-level determinants include resource deficiencies, lack of qualified science teachers, and inadequate instructional practices. Furthermore, systemic issues like fragmented policy implementation, curriculum misalignment, and insufficient investment in education undermine performance. The paper argues for a holistic, multi-pronged approach targeting these diverse determinants through evidence-based interventions and policy reforms to enhance scientific literacy and elevate educational outcomes in the Philippines.

The Assessment of the Usage, Attitude, and Image of Filipino Students Utilizing Motorcycle Taxi Hailing Services as Alternative Transportation in the NCR

As various transportation modalities continue to rise, Motorcycle Taxi Hailing Services (MTHS) has reshaped traditional modes of transportation. The evolving landscape of MTHS has brought a significant shift in the transportation sector, particularly amid the country’s extreme traffic congestion. This study employed the Usage, Attitude, and Image (UAI) Study by Ned Roberto (1996) with 401 valid respondents. The research examined demographic profiles, extent of usage, levels of attitude, and the image held by Filipino students. Additionally, the significance of UAI was measured when grouped according to gender identity, weekly allowance, and employment. Furthermore, the study explored the relationship between MTHS brands and passengers’ preferences for features. Findings revealed that undergraduate students aged 20 to 23 years old and female passengers are the prevalent users of MTHS, with cash being the most used payment option and commuting to school as their primary transportation purpose. Convenience in booking, safety, and sanitation ranked highest among the ten service features in terms of attitude levels. Angkas emerged as the most prominent brand in terms of brand awareness. Usage frequency when grouped according to gender identity (H4; p = < .001), weekly allowance (H5; p = < .001), employment (H6; p = < .001), and levels of attitude when grouped according to gender identity (H7; p = < .001) and weekly allowance (H8; p = < .001) were found to be statistically significant. Through using multinomial logistic regression and linear regression, it was found that promotions and discounts have a positive estimate and are statistically significant (p = 0.043), which implied that the mentioned feature may influence the respondents in choosing an MTHS app. Based on the study’s outcomes, it is recommended that a female rider option be included in MTHS apps. Additionally, MTHS companies should strategically create promotions to entice the passengers to book such MTHS app; the promotions and discounts were found to be a decision factor.

Asian Pacific Islander Desi American college students and COVID-19-related racial discrimination: Mental health and the moderating role of ethnic identity.

In 2020, the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) triggered the latest wave of anti-Asian discrimination. During the first year of the pandemic, symptoms of depression and anxiety increased seven-fold within Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) communities. Among this population, APIDA college students were at particularly high risk for mental health challenges due to COVID-19-related racial discrimination. This study examined the association between COVID-19-related racial discrimination and the mental health of APIDA college students, conceptualizing ethnic identity as a moderator in the association. Secondary analysis was conducted on data from 2,559 APIDA college students aged 18 to 29 who participated in the Fall and Winter/Spring Cohorts of the 2020-2021 Healthy Minds Study (HMS), a non-probability web-based survey administered to students in higher education in the United States. Descriptive statistics, comparative analysis (e.g., Chi-square and t-test), and multivariable linear regression were conducted using STATA 17.1 (StataCorp LLC, College Station, TX). Survey weights were applied in all analyses. There were significant positive associations between COVID-19-related racial discrimination and symptoms of depression (b = 2.15, p < 0.001) and anxiety (b = 1.81, p < 0.001) among the overall sample. Furthermore, a greater sense of ethnic identity was associated with lower symptoms of depression (b = -0.15, p< 0.001) among the overall sample. Finally, ethnic identity buffered the association between COVID-19-related racial discrimination and symptoms of anxiety among East Asian students and symptoms of both depression and anxiety among Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students. In contrast, ethnic identity intensified the association between COVID-19-related racial discrimination and symptoms of depression among Filipino students. The research found that COVID-19-related racial discrimination was associated with increased symptoms of depression and anxiety among the full sample of APIDA college students during the first year of the pandemic. Additionally, higher levels of ethnic identity were associated with decreased depression among the entire group. The striking results on the moderating role of ethnic identity among subgroups call for further research on the ethnic identity development of APIDA college students, to help mitigate the effects of racial discrimination within a variety of systemic, complex, and dynamic sociocultural contexts.

The role of ChatGPT on academic research: perspectives from filipino students across diverse educational levels

With the emergence of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) is introducing a new wave of remarkable tools and transformations in education. One such technological development is ChatGPT, a dialogue system designed to collect and organize information, which is then converted into text-based inputs to address user inquiries. There is also a clear trend in which many Filipino students increasingly use ChatGPT for academic research. Filipino students' growing usage of ChatGPT demands immediate attention to examine its role in academic research within the Philippine educational setting. Thus, this study examines how ChatGPT is used in academic research by exploring students' perspectives and analyzing its perceived benefits and challenges. A descriptive cross-sectional design was conducted in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines, explicitly targeting selected secondary and tertiary schools. A total of 316 students were involved in the study, selected through convenience sampling. Results revealed ChatGPT to be moderately useful for various aspects of academic research and moderately influential in the student's academic performance. Receiving additional information or resources, getting help with mechanics, writing, paraphrasing, and generating ideas were found to be the benefits of using ChatGPT. Nonetheless, students commonly encountered issues such as redundant, inadequate, and inaccurate information provided by ChatGPT and concerns regarding its accessibility and the potential for plagiarism. To optimize advantages and address possible concerns, academic institutions should establish concise guidelines and regulations for responsible student utilization of ChatGPT

Exploring Filipino Students’ Critical Thinking Skills: Basis for Enhancement of Science Laboratory Class Delivery

In today’s knowledge-based and rapidly changing society, developing students’ critical thinking skills in instruction is a vital concern in almost all science curricula. To acquire meaningful learning, learners need to develop skills in choosing suitable information, gauging the integrity of information, and crafting sound decisions. With this, creating learning spaces that stimulate critical thinking has become a challenge among educators. This study aims to explore the critical thinking profile of Filipino students in science laboratory classes as a means of generating insight for possible curricular enhancement. Utilizing a quantitative descriptive research design, a survey was administered to 300 junior high school students under K to 12 curricula. Results revealed that openness to different ideas is the most practiced aspect of critical thinking among Filipino students, while the planning and organization of information disclosed as the least. Furthermore, the importance of gathering information to support position is the most agreed factor, while the strategies in thinking of a problem in an experiment are the least. Hence, findings suggest that the necessary facets of critical thinking strategies should be explicitly articulated in the science curriculum framework, especially encapsulating it in the content and performance standards.

English Communication Skills (ECS) of Grade 9 Learners: The Basis for Designing an ECS Intervention Program

English Communication Skills (ECS) are crucial in the globalized context, yet the Philippines' ranking of 77th out of 81 countries highlights a significant proficiency gap. Consequently, there is an urgent need for targeted intervention programs to address these challenges among Filipino students. This research aimed to evaluate the English Communication Skills (ECS) of Grade 9 students at High School in Philippines, focusing on speaking and writing proficiency levels and the relationship between them, to develop an intervention program. Utilizing a descriptive research design with a quantitative approach, the study involved 40 Grade 9 students selected through random sampling. Data were collected using a researcher-made survey questionnaire, complemented by tests employing the WIDA Speaking and Writing Interpretive Rubrics for a detailed analysis of speaking and writing capabilities. The analysis was conducted using statistical methods to yield descriptive statistics and the Pearson R correlation for assessing the relationship between speaking and writing skills. The results indicated that while students perceived their ECS as satisfactory, the actual assessments did not meet the expected standards, and a very low correlation was found between speaking and writing proficiency. This gap emphasizes the necessity for targeted intervention programs tailored to the specific needs of students to enhance their ECS. The study concludes with the recommendation for developing pedagogical strategies that focus on the identified areas of improvement in ECS among Grade 9 learners.

The Satisfaction of the Students on Home-Based Distance Learning in the Philippines

Distance education has quickly been integrated into the education system anywhere, and the pandemic has intensified the need for it. The Philippines is just one of the countries that grappled with the effects of the unseen enemy; therefore, leaning mainly to home-based learning just cope to the need for learning and continuity. This study aimed to elicit the satisfaction level of Filipino college students both enrolled in private and public higher education in the country. To proceed with the study, the researchers adapted an 18-item questionnaire to find out the satisfaction level of the students in the home-based learning modality implemented in the entire country during the school year 2022 – 2023. Using the satisfaction scale adapted from Nabayra and Tambong (2023), results showed that Filipino students had an overall slight satisfaction with the implemented home-based learning modality. Moreover, the demographics, namely gender, year level, type of institution, and type of home-based learning modality, are not directly associated with students' level of satisfaction, which can only contribute less than 1% of the variance to their satisfaction.

COVID-19 stress, Facebook use intensity and coping strategies of Filipino students: an analysis of data collected during a pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has been associated with significant levels of stress worldwide. For students, certain levels of distress due to the uncertainties of the pandemic, leading to the use of online resources and social media for information, entertainment and social connection. As there is evidence that show both positive and detrimental effects of social media, clarifying its relationship with COVID-19 stress is essential. Furthermore, coping styles, which incorporate the means by which individuals respond to stress, may alter such a relationship given the plethora of reasons of using social media intensely. Hence, this study explored the relationship between COVID-19 stress and Facebook use intensity among college students in relation to the Differential Susceptibility to Media Effects Model (Valkenburg and Peter in J Commun 63(2):221 243, 2013). The regression analysis of responses from 220 college students indicated a strong positive relationship. Furthermore, a moderation analysis showed that Approach and Avoidant coping styles, when taken on their own, do not significantly moderate the relationship. However, the interaction of both coping styles significantly moderates the relationship of COVID-19 Stress and Facebook intensity. This confirms the contention that since social media use is highly subjective on an individual’s motives, coping through social media use also involves a combination of different types of coping.

Collaborative Learning Approach (CLA) in Improving Reading Proficiency

Studies show that Filipino learners are not demonstrating proficiency in reading. In the recent Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2023 results, Filipino students were found to be poor at reading proficiency. One potential strategy is collaborative learning. Thus, this study aimed to determine the effect of the Collaborative Learning Approach (CLA) on the reading proficiency of seventh-grade students. This study used a quasi-experimental design with two experimental and control groups. Using purposive sampling, two grade 7 sections of the research site were included in the study. There were 26 students in one section who were chosen to be part of the experimental group and 24 in the other section, constituting the control group, for 50 students. Each group was given a pretest and a post-test. Students in the experimental group employed the collaborative reading method, while the control group used the traditional method. The questionnaire was validated by experts and deemed reliable, scoring .70 on the Kuder-Richardson test. Mean scores and independent t-tests were used to analyze the data. Results revealed a significant difference between the experimental and control groups regarding reading proficiency after the intervention of CLA with a p-value of 0.000. It was concluded that CLA significantly influences reading proficiency and can be recommended for use in the classroom. However, based on the PHIL-IRI criteria for reading proficiency, the students in the experimental group did not meet the minimum instructional or proficiency level requirements. It is therefore suggested that further research must be done to make conclusive evidence that CLA significantly influences reading proficiency and evaluate PHIL-IRI criteria for reading proficiency, considering that it is inconsistent with the independent t-test results showing a significant difference in the reading proficiency of the experimental group.

Filipino Students’ Vlogging Experiences: Insights on English-speaking Skills Development

Filipino Students’ Vlogging Experiences: Insights on English-speaking Skills Development

Attitude and Challenges in Learning Mathematics in the Modern Word (MMW): Basis for Intervention Program

Difficulty in learning mathematics is a common and significant problem throughout the school years. It was identified that only 19% of Filipino students met the Low benchmark, meaning they had “some basic mathematical knowledge,” while 81% did not reach this level. Filipino students also lagged behind other countries in the international assessment for mathematics as mentioned in the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study 2019 (TIMSS).To address this; a researcher conducted a study to explore students’ attitudes and challenges in learning Mathematics in the Modern World (MMW). The data gathered were used in formulating intervention programs. The study utilized the descriptive method of research and employed a survey questionnaire as the main data-gathering instrument. It involved the participation of all college students from the University of Batangas who were taking Mathematics in the Modern World (MMW) during the school year 2022-2023 using a purposive sampling technique. Furthermore, the responses of the respondents were computed using frequency count, percentage, weighted mean, ranking, and chi-square as the main statistical treatments of data. Ethical guidelines were highly considered to maintain the confidentiality of the study. Key findings include that the majority of the students are 19-21 years old, male, and enrolled in Criminology courses. Students strongly agreed and exhibited a positive attitude toward wanting to develop their mathematical skills. It was observed that there is a positive and moderate correlation between the attitude and the challenges encountered by the students in learning Mathematics in the Modern World (MMW). The main challenge identified is the difficulty in remembering math facts, concepts, rules, formulas, sequences, and procedures. The researcher proposed different intervention programs to address the challenges encountered by students in learning Mathematics in the Modern World (MMW).

A Case Study of the Teaching Experience of Filipino and Chinese Teachers in a Chinese Elementary School

This study examined teachers' teaching experiences in an elementary school in China who engaged Chinese and Filipino students in English classes. A qualitative multiple-case study design was employed to explore teachers' experiences handling learners. Using a purposive sampling technique, data was collected from 10 teachers with experience working with students in Lam-an, Ozamiz City, Philippines. The data collection involved in-depth interviews with teachers categorized into two groups: Case 1, consisting of Filipino teachers, and Case 2, comprising Chinese teachers. The data encompassed four main categories: methods of class management in Chinese schools, student responses to classroom management, challenges faced by teachers in student management, and strategies employed by teachers to overcome these challenges. The findings revealed that teachers utilized diverse strategies to effectively instruct Chinese students, encountering challenges such as language barriers and managing a varied student body. Additionally, the teachers made efforts to understand their students better, provide necessary reinforcement to spark student interest and implement teaching strategies tailored to the needs of their students. The study concluded that while managing students in a Chinese school is challenging, witnessing students learn and grow despite these difficulties is ultimately rewarding for the teachers.

Personal valuation of Chinese language for social functions among senior high school learners

In recent decades, the Chinese language experienced an increase in educational demand, which calls the academic institutions to integrate basic Chinese language subjects into their curriculum. The spike in Chinese language use resulted in the expansion of language studies focusing on Chinese as a second and foreign language. Given the broad scope of research in Chinese language learning, there was a need to expand the understanding of the personal valuation of the learners in learning the Chinese language. Hence, this study aimed to assess the extent of the subjective valuation of Filipino students in the Chinese language, particularly for social functions. An exploratory approach was carried out to extract narrative data from the study participants. Eight secondary students were interviewed on the personal valuation of the Chinese language within social functions. The findings demonstrated that the Chinese language was commonly used within social instances for specific sociocultural and psycholinguistic patterns. The participants valued the use of the Chinese language because of its instrumentality in their future careers; it enabled them to be culturally sensitive and engaged in sociocultural communication. Theoretical analysis also highlighted that language socialization became a major driving force in language learning. Language socialization encompassed learning beyond academic purposes while underscoring the need for social interaction and interpersonal orientation. Nevertheless, personal valuations reflected learners' beliefs towards the instrumentality of the Chinese language, especially in social functions.

Social Skills and Academic Competence Among Senior High School Students: A Basis for Guidance Program

To improve the academic success of Filipino students by not relying solely on acquired knowledge, this study aimed to investigate the correlation between social skills and academic competence among senior high school students of Cabuyao Institute of Technology. Through the developed guidance program, schools could better understand the importance of social skills, enabling students to communicate more effectively and excel academically. A total of 236 randomly chosen senior high school students of the Cabuyao Institute of Technology participated by responding to the two adopted questionnaires. The model was then analyzed and evaluated using the Mean, H-Comp Scale, Social Skills Rating System, and Pearson-product Moment Correlation. The findings showed a strong correlation between social skills and academic competency. In addition, the participants demonstrated a high degree of social skills and a moderate to acceptable degree of academic competency. The “EQUIP Program” was developed to address problems and challenges observed from the results that prevent academic enablers from performing at their highest level and to support them in developing stronger interpersonal skills. This program focuses on Personal and Social Development, Academic Development, and Enhancement of Competencies.

Effectiveness of Independent Science Project Plan (ISPP) In Enhancing Scientific Inquiry Skills of Grade 7 Filipino Students

The Independent Science Project Plan (ISPP) was used to improve the science inquiry skills of 100 Science 7 students from 4 secondary public schools in Castillejos District, Division of Zambales, Philippines. A quasi-experimental research design was used, and it required a 50-item pre-test and post-test that were validated, and pilot tested by the researcher. Mean analysis, correlated and independent samples tests, and rate of improvement (ROI) are the statistical tools utilized for analysis. Findings revealed there is a significant difference in the level of scientific inquiry skills of the participants before and after the implementation of the strategy. There is a significant difference in the MPS scores between the control and experimental group during the post-test involving all the scientific inquiry skills. When compared to the control group, the experimental group had a much better degree of proficiency in asking questions about the world, in designing and conducting the investigation, in employing different strategies to obtain information, and in communicating results, compared to the control group. Also, the teachers agreed in their being well-quipped with knowledge and skills in delivering distance learning classes through integrating technology into the curriculum, teacher’s preparation, and on the available facilities in conducting distance learning for science teaching. The end outcome is a clear indication that the method worked as intended.

PREDICTORS OF SHS’ CHOICE ON TVL TRACK

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Motivational Factors and Academic Performance among Learners in Tagoloan District, Misamis Oriental

The Department of Education's main aim is to ensure top-tier education for every Filipino student. This study in Tagoloan District assesses motivational factors and academic performance to support this goal. The study aimed to determine the motivational factors, academic performance, and their relationship among 563 students from three public high schools in Tagoloan District, Misamis Oriental, Philippines, using a descriptive-correlational research design and a questionnaire adapted from Lepper (2005). The study found high levels of both intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors, marked as "True for Me." Academic performance in Filipino, English, Mathematics, Science, and Araling Panlipunan for the 1st and 2nd Quarter was very satisfactory. There was no significant relationship between motivational factors and academic performance, except for intrinsic curiosity and independent mastery. Most participants were internally motivated, yet their external motivators mirrored their intrinsic drives. Teachers should clearly communicate goals and expectations to students for better understanding.

Qualitative ethical technology assessment of artificial intelligence (AI) and the internet of things (IoT) among filipino Gen Z members: implications for ethics education in higher learning institutions

ABSTRACT The primary aim of this paper is to identify the knowledge and perceptions of the Gen Z Filipino students about the forms and ethics of artificial intelligence (AI) and the internet of things (IoT). It likewise describes their experiences in the use of said technologies. The Gen Z population is considered the most exposed to AI and IoT. This paper is based on four focus group discussions (FGDs) with 28 university students. Results have revealed that the Gen Z participants consider the potential threats and challenges of AI and IoT to humanity which include privacy, confidentiality, and anonymity. In addition, the ethical challenges associated with AI and IoT pose the risks not only to data privacy but to security as well. Gen Z students suggest that people’s understanding of these technologies can be hastened through proper education and techno capacity-building. This implies that teaching ethics in HEIs needs to tackle ethical issues of technology and relate them to social, environmental, health, and economic issues.

Assessing educational progress: A comparative analysis of PISA results (2018 vs. 2022) and HDI correlation in the Philippines

The Philippines took part in PISA 2018 and 2022 conducted by OECD. Filipino students are still among the least proficient in math, reading, and science. Its performance did not significantly improve from the assessment in 2018. Through statistical analysis design, the PISA score (2018 and 2022) was compared to all countries' PISA scores and correlated to HDI in the Philippines, with the use of T-test and Pearson r. Results showed that there is a notable variation in the Philippines' PISA score compared to all countries participating in PISA. In addition, there is a robustly positive correlation between the PISA score and the HDI in the Philippines.