Satisfactory Rating Research Articles

Prediction of Senior High School Students’ Performance in a State University: An Educational Data Mining Approach

The study was conducted to predict the performance of the senior high school students in one state university using machine learning algorithms. Data mining process was followed to develop a model for predicting the students’ performance. The 4-year records of senior high school students of Laguna State Polytechnic University-Los Baños was gathered and used in the model development through well-known machine learning algorithms such as decision tree, naïve bayes, random forest, neural network and linear regression. Upon the development of the models, it is found in this study that naïve bayes performs well against the remaining algorithms and neural networks also shown a promising result in predicting student performance. The study also found that senior high school students have a high chance of not performing well upon entering the school based on the prediction of naïve bayes showing a high probability of satisfactory rating in Grade 11-1st semester applied subjects. Moreover, among the strands offered in Laguna State Polytechnic University-Los Baños, Accountancy, Business and Management students predicted to have the highest chance of having outstanding performance while Information and Communications Technology students predicted to have a high chance of satisfactory.

A Web-Based Training and Evaluation System for Government Institutions with Application of Data Analytics

The study aimed to evaluate the Web-based Training and Evaluation System for use in training workforces. The system was intended to evaluate the ratings given by participants to the training speakers and the training as a whole through survey questionnaires indicating the participant’s level of satisfaction with the conducted training. The system was initiated in government institutions and will subsequently be used in educational institutions such as schools and training institutions. The purpose of the study was therefore to describe the effectiveness of the Web-Based Training and Evaluation Systems in identifying, analyzing, and measuring the level of satisfaction of each training and seminar conducted. A K-means algorithm was used to build the system, wherein the data gathered will be clustered and stored in a repository, and the data will be displayed on the system dashboard to give insight into the overall training process and help determine the effectiveness of the training program and the speakers. Precisely, the research study was focused on the level of satisfaction in the aspects of: Functionality, Reliability and Usability which are three of the subsections of the Software Quality Standards defined in ISO/IEC 9126, an international standard for the evaluation of software quality. The data were collected using descriptive and developmental methods. Purposive sampling was used, and fifteen (15) training personnel were the participants of the research. The results showed that in terms of the Functionality aspect, the participants’ rating had a weighted mean of 4.43, which was considered highly satisfied, while based on Reliability, the participants were highly satisfied with the system with a weighted mean of 4.27. Meanwhile, in terms of the system’s Usability, the participants were highly satisfied, as their ratings’ weighted mean is 4.53. It was deduced from the collected data using the three indicators’ overall weighted mean of 4.41; thus, the system got a highly satisfactory rating and can be classified as effective for use in the evaluation of the training programs.

MULTIMEDIA PRESENTATION: A TOOL IN REFINING THE READING COMPREHENSION OF THE 21ST CENTURY LEARNERS

The goal of this research was to create multimedia presentations for 21st-century learners. It also attempted to evaluate the level of reading comprehension in the controlled and experimental groups, as well as whether there is a significant difference between the two. This study included 80 ACTS Computer College Grade 11 Senior High students. In order to analyze the efficiency of multimedia presentations in increasing 21st-century learners' reading comprehension, the experimental technique was used as the research methodology. A variety of test questionnaires were used in this investigation. Data analysis revealed that although the controlled group of ABM learners only achieved a Satisfactory performance, the experimental group of students achieved a Very Satisfactory performance. Both the experimental and the control groups of HUMSS students completed the course with a Very Satisfactory rating. ICT students in the experimental group achieved a Very Satisfactory performance, while those in the control group attained a Satisfactory performance. STEM students in the experimental group achieved an Outstanding performance, while those in the control group got Very Satisfactory. The rejection of the null hypothesis indicates that there were significant differences in reading comprehension between the experimental and controlled groups. Based on the gathered data, it was concluded that the students in experimental groups who used multimedia presentations had a greater level of comprehension than those students in the controlled groups who utilized printed stories. The multimedia presentations integrated with teaching are a useful tool in increasing the students? reading comprehension which signifies the result of their achievement test. Between the controlled and experimental groups of students, there is a significant difference in reading comprehension. It is recommended, therefore that teachers use multimedia presentations to teach 21st-century learners. For greater comprehension, these materials should include not just text and photographs, but also other interesting content such as animations and dub voice. Vocabulary words must also be supplied to unlock the learners' difficulties, which is believed to be more effective. Similarly, teachers can employ multimedia presentations as part of curricular education because they are more successful than printed materials in terms of reading comprehension. It is also suggested that future researchers should conduct further research with a bigger population and investigate additional suggestions for improving the multimedia presentation.

MICRO-LECTURE TEACHING TO IMPROVE THE LEARNING OF JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL LEARNERS IN SCIENCE

This is a quantitative study that aims to explore whether micro-lecture teaching such as self-made videos and infographics will improve students? academic achievements and enhance the learning motivation of Junior High School learners at San Francisco Integrated National High School than the Traditional Powerpoint Presentation. The respondents of this study were the Grade 7 Junior High School learners of San Francsico Integrated National High School. There was a total of 120 learners from the 4 sections of Grade 7. There was also a total of 60 combined Science and ICT Teachers who validated the materials made by the researcher. Moreover, the researcher created a 20-item validation tool that served as questionnaires pertaining to the design, content, appropriateness, and purpose of the Micro-Lecture used. Pre-test and post-test were also administered before and after each micro-lecture tool used. There has been treated using an independent samples t-test to evaluate the difference between participants? means of scores on the pre and post-measurements of academic performance. The following were the significant findings of the investigation. The level of acceptance in micro-lecture teaching materials with regards to design. Infographics obtained the highest Overall mean of 4.58 with an SD of 0.67. The level of acceptance in micro-lecture teaching materials with regards to the content. Self-made Video obtained the highest Overall mean of 4.77 with an SD of 0.55. Furthermore, regarding the level of acceptance in micro-lecture teaching materials with regards to appropriateness the Traditional PPT got the highest Overall mean of 4.63 with an SD of 0.66. Based on the level of acceptance in micro-lecture teaching materials with regards to Purpose. The Traditional PPT obtained the highest Overall mean of 4.61 with an SD of 0.68. However, the mean Performance of Students in the Experimental Group Before and After Using the Self-Made Video and Infographics shows a significant difference. In the self-made video, after using the material the satisfactory level which has a mean score of 17.05 and a Standard Deviation of 8.72 leads to a very satisfactory with a mean score of 29.32 and a standard deviation of 5.80. On the other hand, the use of infographics also shows a significant effect in which they have the same findings from a satisfactory level to a very satisfactory level before and after using the said material which is the infographics. When it comes to the Mean Performance of Students in Controlled Group Before and After Using the Traditional PPT, before using the material the learners obtained a mean score of 28.5 and a standard deviation of 13.2 with a verbal interpretation which is fairly satisfactory. After using the traditional PPT, the learner obtained a mean score of 35.75 and a standard deviation of 11.79 with a satisfactory rating. In this case, even though the learner?s performance increases after each use of micro-lecture teaching materials, among the three materials Self-made video shows the highest increase in performance after the use of the material as compared to infographics and Traditional PPT. The result shows that Traditional PPT obtained a higher mean difference than the Infographics. The reason behind this could be the common use of the traditional PPT rather than the infographics. It could also possibly mean that the teacher is much more familiar and it mastered the making of the traditional PPT rather than the infographics. It also matters how the teacher makes the micro-lecture. In Traditional PPT, the teacher can put up a wide array of explanations rather than infographics. Aside from this, the learners could also often use the traditional PPT rather than the infographics. They are often used Traditional PPT rather than infographics and its convenience and familiarity play a major role. Pertaining to the significant difference in the performance of the students before and after using the micro learning teaching materials used in an experimental and controlled group. It has a significant difference before and after the use of each material.

Impact of Modular Distance Learning on High School Students Mathematics Motivation, Interest/Attitude, Anxiety and Achievement during the COVID-19 Pandemic

<p style="text-align:justify">This study examined the impact of modular distance learning on students' motivation, interest/attitude, anxiety and achievement in mathematics. This was done at the Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija, Philippines during the first and second grading of the academic year 2021-2022. The study included both a descriptive-comparative and descriptive-correlational research design. The 207 high school students were chosen using stratified sampling. According to the findings, students have a very satisfactory rating in mathematics. Students agree that they are motivated, enthusiastic, and have a positive attitude toward mathematics. They do, however, agree that mathematics causes them anxiety. When students are subdivided based on sex, their mathematics interest and anxiety differ significantly. However, there was no significant difference in interest/attitude and achievement. When students are divided into age groups, their mathematics motivation, interest/attitude, anxiety, and achievement differ significantly. Students' motivation, anxiety, and achievement differ significantly by year level. There was a positive relationship between and among mathematics motivation, interest/attitude, and achievement. However, there is a negative association between mathematics anxiety and mathematics motivation; mathematics anxiety and mathematical interest/attitude; and mathematics anxiety and mathematical performance. The study's theoretical and practical implications were also discussed, and recommendations for educators and researchers were given.</p>

Telegenetics Services in a Tertiary Hospital: Utility and Patient Satisfaction.

Telegenetics has been a very useful platform to continue the different services offered by the clinical genetics team especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, when this mode of care had been maximized. This paper aimed to present the process of telegenetics in a tertiary hospital and the feedback for this service through patient satisfaction surveys. Telegenetics consultation is divided into three phases: pre-consultation, consultation, and post-consultation. Patient satisfaction in the delivery of genetics services were obtained through a survey answered by patients/caregivers after telegenetics consultation. Ratings of patient satisfaction on telegenetics consultation during the pandemic (September 2020 to February 2021) were compared from that of face-to-face consultations before the pandemic (September 2019 to February 2020). In 2020, there were a total of 1,228 consultations made via telegenetics. Of which, 319 consultations were for the metabolic service, 138 for dysmorphology, 207 for genetic counseling, and 564 for dietary counseling. New patients comprised 13.84% of the consultations and 86.16% were from follow-up patients. In 2021, there were a total of 3,124 consultations made via telegenetics. Of which, 617 consultations were for the metabolic service, 688 for dysmorphology, 961 for genetic counseling, and 858 for dietary counseling. New patients comprised 12.93% of the consultations and 87.07% were from follow-up patients. Over a period of 6 months, pre-pandemic (face-to-face consultation) and pandemic (telegenetics) patient satisfaction survey results showed no significant difference on the results for both new patient consultations and follow-up patient consultations that is a standard satisfactory rating of at least 3 (satisfactory) on customer satisfaction by more than 70% of the respondents. Patient satisfaction ratings on the utility of telegenetics was comparable to that of face-to-face consultations. Its use has shown benefits like cost-effectiveness, time efficiency, improved accessibility, and psychological benefits as some patients fear a hospital setting during the pandemic. It also has limitations like possible technical difficulties during consultations and limited opportunity for physical examination, establishing rapport, and exploring psychosocial issues. Hence it is important to consider the possibility of a telegenetics consultation as an alternative to a face-to-face consultation.

Osteoporotic 3-4 part humeral proximal fractures in the elderly with ASA 3 score: comparison of surgical and non-surgical treatments

Objectives. To compare the outcomes of non-surgical treatment and reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) in osteoporotic four-part proximal humeral fracture (PHF) in elderly population with ASA 3 score to determine which interventions are the most appropriate for management. Methods. Between January 2014 and December 2016, 60 patients aged from 75 to 90 years with osteoporotic four-part PHF were enrolled and were randomly allocated to non-surgical treatment or RSA (n = 30). Clinical indexes for patients in the two groups, such as Constant-Murley score (CMS), Disability of Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score, individual subject evaluation of the outcomes and plain X-ray were compared at 36 months of follow-up.Results. CMS, DASH score, activities of daily living (ADL), and range of motion (ROM) were significantly higher in the nonoperative group than in the RSA group at the last follow-up, whereas pain was greater in the RSA group at 12 months. In addition, patients in the nonoperative group had higher abduction, external rotation with elbow (ER 1), strength and satisfactory rating compared with RSA at the last follow-up. There were 2 cases who have suffered from superficial infection and 4 cases from shoulder stiffness in the RSA group. Conclusions. Conservative treatment is a possible option in elderly patients with ASA 3 score valuation.

An Analysis of Service Quality Towards Customer Satisfaction Using Importance Performance Analysis (IPA) Method

The purpose of this study was to measure the level of service satisfaction provided by Bank Bengkulu Sub-Branch Ipuh to customers, determine the dimensions of service expected by customers (expected) and those received by customers (perceive) and examine the difference (gap) between service quality expected by customers. customers with the quality of service received by customers. This research is a type of descriptive research with a quantitative approach. Descriptive research is research that leads to the disclosure of a problem or situation as it is and reveals an existing fact, although sometimes interpretation or analysis is given. Based on the results of the calculation of the Customer Satisfaction Index (IKP) Bank Bengkulu Ipuh Sub-Branch obtained a total service satisfaction score of 64.64 which is included in the quite satisfactory category. There are 5 dimensions of service quality tested, there is 1 dimension with a satisfactory assessment, namely the dimension of physical evidence (69,76). While the other 4 dimensions, namely reliability (63.20), responsiveness (65.12), assurance (63.04) and empathy (62.40) each received a satisfactory rating. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the level of service quality of Bank Bengkulu Sub-Branch Ipuh is considered satisfactory according to customers of Bank Bengkulu Sub-Branch Ipuh.

Time Management Of Teachers And Its Relationship To Teaching Performance

This was a descriptive-correlational applied research which determined and analyzed the time management strategies of public elementary teachers in a district. The time management strategies of the teachers were related to their teaching performance. There were 103 elementary teachers in a district as respondents of the study. Since all teachers in the district were included as respondents of the study, the complete enumeration technique was employed as sampling technique. A time management questionnaire was developed by the researcher based on the activities that teachers need to accomplish and distributed with the help of the principals. The teachers indicated how many hours they spent on a particular task on a 24-hour basis. Weighted mean was used in analyzing the data on time management and Pearson R for the relationship of the time management of teachers and their teaching performance. Findings revealed that teachers were mostly very satisfactory in rendering their work, classroom teaching got the greatest number of time allotment among the teachers, teachers’ time management strategies ranged from using the internet for their needs in teaching to listing important tasks for the day to planning before classes start and working overtime at home to do tasks, work delegation was observed to be the least in their strategies to manage time. Furthermore, findings in this study showed that the teaching performance ratings of the teachers were not influenced by their time management strategies. It could be the tendency because most teachers had very satisfactory ratings. No one got satisfactory rating and only 12 were outstanding. If time management was not a factor, as the relationship test showed acceptance of null hypothesis, then the factor that determined or predicted teaching performance should be explored. The research then recommend that teachers should keep up with their positive teaching performance by giving the same passion and commitment towards work, they must continue giving most of their time in school to classroom instruction in order to produce pupils who are imbued with right values and knowledge and skills competence and they must embrace the challenge of the work responsibilities inherent to being a teacher. Teachers had practiced good time management because they allotted more time to classroom teaching and preparations to their core tasks as teachers. An action plan was developed to strengthen and sustain the time management strategies of teachers

Awareness, Attitude, Implementation and Academic Performance in Science Curriculum: A Correlational Study

The descriptive-correlational research examined the awareness, attitude, and implementation of science spiral curriculum concerning students’ academic performance. Findings revealed that teachers are moderately aware, have a favorable attitude, and moderately implemented the science curriculum, including objectives, methodology, learning resources, and assessment were relatively implemented while facilities were less implemented. It was also determined that they have a satisfactory rating in a science subject regarding students’ performance. The level of awareness, attitude, and implementation of the K to 12 science curriculum regarding sex, academic qualification, and teaching length had no significant difference. Finally, it revealed further that the level of awareness, attitude, and implementation of the spiral progression curriculum to students’ academic performance has no significant relationship to the aforementioned variable. Thus, enhancement programs, skills training, and the procurement of science laboratory equipment are needed to enhance the educational process to meet the K to 12 science curriculum set standards.

PERFORMANCE OF TEACHERS RELATIVE TO THE FIVE COMPONENTS OF TEACHING

This study analyzed the teachers’ performance of teachers relative to the five components of teaching. There were 85 teacher – respondents who participated in the study. The Office of Admission, CLSU - Testing and Evaluation Center served as major data sources. A survey questionnaire was used to gather data on teachers' attributes. Descriptive statistics were the statistical tools used in the study. Results revealed that the teacher – respondents' sex distribution was almost equal. Most of them were Assistant Professors and higher with 19.40 years as mean length of teaching experience. The majority were members of professional organizations. A very satisfactory rating described teachers’ performance in planning and organization of instruction, mastery of the subject matter, methods and techniques of teaching, classroom management, and assessment of learning. Findings revealed that there was a significant difference between the teaching performance of the professional education group and the specialization and general education teachers.

SCHOOL HEAD EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE CHARACTERISTICS AND PERFORMANCE

The study was conducted to determine the School Head Emotional Intelligence Characteristics and Performance in the Division of San Jose City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. The results on the socio-demographic characteristics of the respondents showed that the mean age of the respondents was 48.10. It was noted that 23.90% were in the range of 51 - 55 years old, 65.22% were female, 84.90% were married, 50.00% held School Principal I position, 47.83% were only 1 to 2 years in their position, 47.83% had master units, 80.43% supervised elementary non - central school, 56.52% earned a monthly income ranging from 36,000.00 to 41,999.00 and 52.17% had a very satisfactory rating. The emotional intelligence characteristics of the respondents, in terms of interpersonal communication under stress, personal leadership, self-management in life and career had were described as “most likely”. Results showed also that the emotional intelligence characteristics of the respondents in terms of Intrapersonal Development were described as “neutral”.With regards to School Performance, the majority of the schools got Level 1 on their school performance which is described as developing. The school complies with the minimum requirements for securing and managing inputs, establishing appropriate structures and mechanisms, and improving processes that affect instruction and student achievement to produce the desired levels of outputs that lead to improved learning outcomes.

The impact of financial inclusion on the performance of traditional banks - An analytical study on conventional banks listed on the Palestine Stock Exchange using the CAMELS model

This study aimed at identifying the impact of the financial inclusion on the performance of conventional banks according to an analytical study using the American Banking Evaluation System (CAMELS) model during the period (2011-2014-2017). The study population included the conventional banks listed in Palestine stock exchange, and it was a comprehensive survey of all the study population. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher followed a descriptive analytical approach using the financial analysis and the multiple linear regression analysis. Moreover, the study concluded a number of findings, the most important are: The conventional banks provides a performance ranges between strong and satisfactory in light of growing financial inclusion in Palestine, where capital adequacy (13.8-31%), assets quality(1.9-6.4%), returns (0.8-1.7%) and sensitivity (2.5-9.9%) record strong and satisfactory rating, while the management quality (25.7-34.8%) is equivalent to performance and between serious and strong is the liquidity (49.7-66.2%). In addition, there is a statistical impact for the financial inclusion on the performance of conventional banks ratio of 41.5% and on the sub variables with the impact ratio: (capital adequacy 38.3%, assets 58.3%, management 55.8%, earning 33.2%, liquidity 77.9% and sensitivity to market risks 87.5%). Moreover, there is a statistical impact for the independent variables of the financial inclusion, adults having official accounts and the number of ATMs, on the conventional banks. While there is no impact for the savings, borrowings and the number of branches. Furthermore, the study recommended developing financial products suitable for the excluded groups according to Islamic law according to the pioneering funders' thoughts. Moreover, The monetary authorities should intervene to take corrective monitoring procedures to strengthen the liquidity position of the National Bank and Bank of Palestine. Additionally, the banking administrative of Al-Quds Bank and the Palestine Investment should take correct administrative procedures to consider the inflation of administrative expenses. Finally, there is a need to adopt the (CAMELS) model by the monetary authorities to assess the performance of banks and disclosing the results in its annual reports.

The impact of financial inclusion on the performance of traditional banks - An analytical study on conventional banks listed on the Palestine Stock Exchange using the CAMELS model

This study aimed at identifying the impact of the financial inclusion on the performance of conventional banks according to an analytical study using the American Banking Evaluation System (CAMELS) model during the period (2011-2014-2017). The study population included the conventional banks listed in Palestine stock exchange, and it was a comprehensive survey of all the study population. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researcher followed a descriptive analytical approach using the financial analysis and the multiple linear regression analysis. Moreover, the study concluded a number of findings, the most important are: The conventional banks provides a performance ranges between strong and satisfactory in light of growing financial inclusion in Palestine, where capital adequacy (13.8-31%), assets quality(1.9-6.4%), returns (0.8-1.7%) and sensitivity (2.5-9.9%) record strong and satisfactory rating, while the management quality (25.7-34.8%) is equivalent to performance and between serious and strong is the liquidity (49.7-66.2%). In addition, there is a statistical impact for the financial inclusion on the performance of conventional banks ratio of 41.5% and on the sub variables with the impact ratio: (capital adequacy 38.3%, assets 58.3%, management 55.8%, earning 33.2%, liquidity 77.9% and sensitivity to market risks 87.5%). Moreover, there is a statistical impact for the independent variables of the financial inclusion, adults having official accounts and the number of ATMs, on the conventional banks. While there is no impact for the savings, borrowings and the number of branches. Furthermore, the study recommended developing financial products suitable for the excluded groups according to Islamic law according to the pioneering funders' thoughts. Moreover, The monetary authorities should intervene to take corrective monitoring procedures to strengthen the liquidity position of the National Bank and Bank of Palestine. Additionally, the banking administrative of Al-Quds Bank and the Palestine Investment should take correct administrative procedures to consider the inflation of administrative expenses. Finally, there is a need to adopt the (CAMELS) model by the monetary authorities to assess the performance of banks and disclosing the results in its annual reports.

Comparison between SWAT and SWAT+ for simulating streamflow in a paddy-field-dominated basin, northeast Thailand

The performance of the well-known Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) and the new SWAT+ for streamflow simulation in a paddy- field-dominated basin was compared. The Lam Sioa River Basin, northeast Thailand (drainage area of 3,394 km2) was selected. The data inputs consisted of DEM, land use, soil, and climate (rainfall, temperature, sunshine hour, wind speed and humidity). The model parameters used the default values from SWAT database and daily simulation was conducted from 2005 to 2017. The division of sub-basins into “landscape units” is one of new features of SWAT+. The total number of HRUs defined from SWAT+ were higher than those from SWAT because the sub-basins derived from SWAT+ contained two landscape units (floodplain and upslope). With the default model parameters, the model performance indicators were found below the satisfactory rating. Both models simulated relatively high streamflow at the beginning of rainy season, while the observed streamflow was still not occurred. In paddy field, rainfall excess become ponding water, not surface runoff. The appropriate representation of paddy field in SWAT model should be further investigated.

EFFECTIVENESS OF MATHEMATICS INTERVENTION PROGRAM (MIP) AMONG PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS

This one group pretest-posttest study examined the effectiveness of Mathematics Intervention Program (MIP) among 34 primary school teachers in Laguna, Philippines. Teacher’s competency in teaching Mathematics was measured in terms of content knowledge, teaching skills, material organization and presentation, management of learning environment, and teaching attitude. Meanwhile, teacher’s performance were gauged through pre-test, formative test, and post-test which contained the lessons on integers, decimals, fractions, power roots, algebraic expression and equation, measurement, and reasoning. The results showed that before the implementation of MIP, all teachers-participants were evaluated as less competent in teaching mathematics. Their performance based on pre-test results was also poor prior the MIP. During the conduct of this study, the primary school teachers obtained a satisfactory rating in their formative tests which advocated that the intervention program was helping them in improving their craft. The post-test result also marked an improvement in their competence and performance in teaching mathematics.  Hence, the researchers concluded that the mathematics intervention program was effective in enhancing the pedagogical content knowledge among primary school teachers in mathematics. A more comprehensive study regarding teachers’ competencies and classroom performance may be conducted in the light of professional development and qualification standards for Mathematics teachers.

RELATIONSHIP OF STUDENT TEACHING AND COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION IN THE LICENSURE EXAMINATION FOR TEACHERS (LET) PERFORMANCE OF TEACHER EDUCATION GRADUATES

This study determined the relationship of student teaching and comprehensive examination in the Licensure Examination for Teachers from 2014 to 2018. Using PRC LET results and grades in student teaching and comprehensive examination, this study employed documentary analysis and correlation research designs.
 Findings of the study revealed that the graduates received an outstanding performance in student teaching. Results also showed that more than one half of the graduates had fairly satisfactory rating in the comprehensive examination, and most of them did not meet expectations in the Licensure Examination. There is a significant relationship in the performance both in student teaching and comprehensive examination to the LET performance.

Gender Disparity Competence in Drafting Technology among Government Secondary Learning Institutions

This study determined the level of competencies between male and female students in drafting technology as a subject of Grade 8 in secondary schools in Leyte. It assessed the profile of the students along with their age, grade in drafting technology and family income. It also looked into their attitude and study and work habits towards drafting technology. Likewise, it looked into the level of competencies along the different areas such as: Freehand drawing, lettering, geometric construction, orthographic drawing, pictorial drawing, and commercial Arts. The descriptive survey research method was used in this study. It was conducted in selected public secondary learning institutions in Leyte, Philippines with 345 randomly chosen respondents. Structured questionnaires were administered to generate the needed primary data. Findings revealed that majority of the students were 14- 15 years old with satisfactory rating. They belong to families below poverty threshold. Both male and female students were moderately favourable towards drafting technology and exhibited satisfactory study and work habits. Their level of drafting competency was satisfactory having similar levels of competences for both male and female respondents. Inadequate drafting facilities were the top problems met by the students. In conclusion, both male and female students possessed good competency level in drafting technology course, exhibited moderately favourable attitudes and satisfactory in their study and work habits towards drafting technology. The study recommends that students should improve their attitude and study habits. State of the art facilities have to be provided by the administration to upgrade students’ knowledge and skills in drafting technology.

HIV/AIDS care: analysis of actions and health services integration

Abstract Objective: To analyze the integration of actions and health services in care provided by Specialized Services (SS) in Ribeirão Preto/SP in people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) perception. Methods: Exploratory descriptive study, survey type in which 253 PLWHA were interviewed using a structured questionnaire. The data were analyzed by indicators (classified as unsatisfactory-average from 1 to 2.5; regular-between 2.6 and 3.5; satisfying-3.6 to 5) and multiple correspondence analysis. Results: The integration of health care actions had an average 3.7 (SD = 1.7) classified as satisfactory. The horizontal integration was satisfactory regarding the use of medical records, and the vertical one regarding the referral to other health services. The low utilization of Basic Care and Emergency Care services was also identified. Conclusion: Despite of the satisfactory rating on the integration of assistance to PLWHA, challenges still be done, highlighting the need for greater empowerment of individuals and strengthening reference mechanisms with support of SCS to other points of attention in HIV/AIDS specificities.

Linguistic and Sociolinguistic Competence of Senior High School Students

This study aims to identify whether the Senior High School students are Linguistic, Discourse, Sociolinguistic or Strategic Competent in English. Quantitative and qualitative research methods were used to collate a survey that would sure mend the study. With comprehensive computation of the random datasets, almost every Senior High School student achieved a satisfactory rating in both the Perceptions and Abilities Categories. A Chi-Square Statistic was also used and yielded maximum values which consequently, resulted to low p-values, suggesting the negation of the study’s null hypothesis. The result is further supported using the correlation statistic which corresponds to a high correlation between the students’ Perceptions and Abilities in their speaking competence. The outcome of the summary of all competencies show that the Linguistic Competence contributed the most to the overall language intents of the students with sociolinguistic competence giving the least, which results in Linguistic Competence being the widely used language competency and sociolinguistic as not often practiced language skill amongst the students. With this, the Senior High School students are far more competent in phonetics, pronunciation, Phonology, Morphology, Syntax and Semantics rather than on the socio-cultural languages such as vocabulary, politeness and language style.