Second Semester Of School Year Research Articles

The Application of Information Technology in Physical Education Teaching and Training

This research determined the application strategy of information technology in the learning of physical education, and sports and training of Hunan Institute of Physical Education. The study conducted a parallel analysis of the assessment collected from both sports-student-respondents and physical education teacher-respondents. This research which used a purposive sampling technique adopted the descriptive-comparative-correlational research design. It was conducted during the second semester of school year 2022-2023. The results garnered from both group of respondents were compared, analyzed, and interpreted. Based from the findings, majority of the students are below 18 years old, mostly females, and were from grade 10. majority of the teachers are 31 -40 years and 41-50 years old; are females; and have up to 16-20 years of teaching experience. On the application of information technology in the learning of physical education in terms of learning experience, the assessment showed that the students and teachers agreed, denoting a high level of the use of technology for improved learning experience when it comes to increased flexibility as in virtual learning, providing individual-oriented experience, use of gaming systems in gym classes to enhance learning experience, etc. The assessment scores of the teachers on the use of IT for learning physical education were significantly higher compared to those of the students. From the perspective of the students and teachers, technology was used for analyzing sports performance at a high level because coaches apply information technology for visual feedback and replays, high-definition cameras are used to monitor players in the pitch, data analytics are used to study and understand the team, information technology is applied in sports to provide measurable training routines, for Live-tracking performances, etc. The assessment scores of the teachers on the use of information technology for sports and training were significantly lower compared to those of the students. The negative correlation between the use of information technology for sports and training and the learning experience of the students suggests that a low-level usage of information technology for sports and training was connected to a poor learning experience of the students. Lastly, the researcher proposed a plan to promote the use of information technology in physical education learning and sports training

Action Competence towards Environmental Citizenship of College of Teacher Education Students

This correlational study investigated the relationship between action competence and environmental citizenship in the context of teacher education. A sample of 324 teacher education students enrolled during the Second Semester of School Year 2022 - 2023 at the University of Mindanao, Philippines were selected as respondents, and they completed a modified survey instrument that collected data on their levels of action competence and environmental citizenship. The analysis of descriptive statistics using mean scores revealed high levels of both action competence and environmental citizenship. The results also determined teacher education students’ willingness to act and sustainability as key indicators of their action competence and environmental citizenship, respectively. Pearson's r correlation coefficient value of r = .688 (P = .000) showed a significant positive relationship between the two variables indicating that students with higher levels of action competence were more likely to exhibit environmental citizenship behaviors. These findings suggest that action competence is an important factor in fostering environmental citizenship among teacher education students. The researchers described these results about their implications for curriculum design, pedagogical approaches, and policy development, highlighting the importance of integrating sustainability education into teacher preparation programs to nurture action competence and empower future educators to contribute effectively to sustainable development efforts.

Discourse Pattern in the Major Subjects of English Language Learners during Synchronous Meetings

Students’ participation is one of the forefront responsibilities of every teacher. Through a well-designed discursive move, students take responsibility in their learning and take ownership of the development of the lesson. Since classroom talk is highly recognized, this study was conducted to examine the discourse patterns in the major subjects of English Language Learners during synchronous meetings. This qualitative study considered Literature and Language Major Subjects during the second semester of school year 2019-2020. The recorded synchronous meetings were analyzed to determine the prevailing discourse patterns. The result revealed that three discourse patterns were identified namely: Initiation – Response – Feedback (IRF), Initiation – Response – Evaluation (IRE), and student – initiated: Initiation – Response (IR) /Initiation – Response – Follow-up (IRF) exchange. In the IRF pattern, teachers intentionally used non-evaluative follow-up to encourage and elicit more talk from students and the use of non-evaluative feedback to maintained students’ engagement throughout the class time. In the IRE pattern, the teacher provided evaluative feedback when the desired answer was rightly provided by the students. However, the teacher would initiate another interaction when the right answer was not provided without explicitly stating the incorrectness of the answer to further students’ participation until the expected answer is given. In the inverted IRF, students initiate interaction in the class and it is a vivid picture that students are not apprehensive and hesitant to share their thought about the lesson being developed in their major classes.

Spreadsheets Application in Teaching Data Management in Mathematics of the Modern World: Effects on Students’ Performance

This study aimed to investigate the effects of spreadsheet application in teaching Data Management in Mathematics of the Modern World on the students' performances among first-year College Students during the Second Semester of School Year 2022-2023. A quasi-experimental research design with the pretest-posttest non-equivalent groups design was employed in the study with the researcher–made questionnaire comprising 40 items test. The statistical methods used to gather data were treated using mean, t-test for independent samples, z-test for correlated samples, and standard deviation. Data were gathered from the 74 first-year college students in Jose Rizal Memorial State University–Main Campus. Results revealed that the pre-test and post-test performance of the students in the control and experimental groups was good. But their post-test performance in the experimental group was excellent. It is concluded that Spreadsheet Application is a very important and effective tool in teaching Data Management in Mathematics of the Modern World to first-year college students. Its application tremendously increases students' performance from the pre-test to the post-test.

From Data to Insights: An Analysis of Enrollment, Retention and Completion Rates at the Cagayan State University

This study utilized the data visualization technique to explore the enrollment and graduation data of Cagayan State University- Carig Campus (CSU Carig). The study analyzed data for first-time full-time first year students entering the university from the first semester of school year 2018-2019 school year to the second semester of school year 2021-2022.The findings revealed that there were more female students enrolled in the eight colleges of the campus than male students, with the average ratio being 6:7. Most colleges had retention rates of 85% or greater, which was relatively high. However, the College of Veterinary Medicine had a retention rate of 72.47% in 2021–2022 which was substantially lower than that of the other colleges.The study also found that in terms of gender, the retention rates varied significantly across the colleges. The College of Industrial Technology has the largest male to female ratio, which may indicate that the technical and blue collar-related nature of the degrees it offers may draw a greater share of male students. On the other hand, the College of Arts and Sciences has the lowest male to female ratio, which suggests that women are more likely to pursue careers in the humanities, social sciences, and the arts.The retention rate for male students at the College of Engineering and Architecture was 62.13% in the academic year 2019–2020, but it significantly rose to 92.63% in 2020-2021 and 88.45% in 2021-2022, while it remained consistently higher than 80% for female students throughout all three academic years.With 100% of students graduating in the academic year 2021–2022, the College of Medicine achieved the highest graduation rate. These findings provide useful insights for CSU Carig that can help them in their decision-making about academic programs, student support services, and overall institutional performance.

Enhancing The Skill In Stating Research Questions Using A Contextualized Module

This classroom based action research delved on enhancing the skill in stating a research question in Practical Research 1 subject of Late Afternoon Senior High School students. The study utilized an action research design. This was conducted in Francisco Bangoy National High School during the second semester of school year 2017-2018. Two students were taken into consideration as participants of the study. Baseline data were gathered to assess their performance. Contextualize module was utilized as the tool in helping students master the competency. Also, interview was conducted to validate the results of the quantitative findings. Data were analyzed using Thematic Content Analysis. The findings revealed that students performance after the intervention was implemented has recorded significant increased. Similarly, students claimed that the intervention was helpful and effective in addressing their need. Further, from those meaningful results, it can be reflected that students’ success in the class was largely attributed to the kind of intervention implemented by the teacher which was suited to their need. Undeniably, the use of a module has helped them master the required learning competency. Hence, use of a module may be offered to teachers handling research subject.

Hardware, Hard Time: Academic Challenges and Coping Mechanism of Marginalized Senior High School Students during Distance Learning

This study determined the academic challenges and coping mechanisms of marginalized senior high school students in distance learning, during the second semester of School Year 2021-2022. It was conducted at Porais National High School in the Division of San Jose City. The respondents were six marginalized senior high school students. An interview was conducted in gathering data. The gathered data were presented, and these were scrutinized based on the research questions. The respondents identified lack of internet connectivity and lack of immediate guidance of teachers as their main challenge in distance learning. To seek help and ask for neighbors to be connected to the internet (if there’s any) were the identified coping mechanisms of students.

Project VACSIN - Validating Academic Compliance of Students through INterventions

To go along with modular distance learning, a Continuous Improvement Program was initiated by grade 11 advisers of Talangan Integrated National High School, Nagcarlan, Laguna, Philippines. It is named Project VACSIN (Validating Academic Compliance of Students through INterventions) and aimed in providing solution to the non-compliance and late submission of output in modular distance learning. This article is a project report of how a group of teachers won over the difficulty of delivering quality education amidst pandemic in a modular distance learning. Through this project, teachers are now more ready and more adaptive to the new normal situation for this second semester of school year 2020-2021. They were able to win the battle against learners’ non-compliance and late submission of outputs, and were able to test the cycle of intervention as a very good solution to learners’ weaknesses in dealing with the new system of education. Project VACSIN is now fully on its way to shape up quality education for the youth. “Alone, we can do so little. This project was featured in SEAMEO Innovative Teaching Festival List of Interesting Videos (video number 231, https://www.seameo.org/img/Programmes_Projects/2021/SITA/List%20of%20Interesting%20Video%20Clip.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0du-P-vYIwq6NNpiJtVpybvzQ3FJE33X7pcKXKryNtYVI6c03AGG5KCl4). Together, we can make a difference” (Helen Keller).

Level of proficiency on the utilization of gender fair language among College of Arts and Sciences students in DMMMSU MLUC

One way to promote gender equality is to mitigate gender stereotyping and discrimination and one strategy is to start inside the classroom; thus, the conceptualization of this study. This study aimed to assess and interpret the proficiency of the first year CAS students on gender fair language as basis for a validated learning guide. Specifically, it looked into level of proficiency in using gender fair language as to occupational references, role references, group references, genderless words and genderless phrases. This descriptive study collected data using a researcher-made gender fair language test. The respondents were 192 first year students of the College of Arts and Sciences during the second semester of School Year 2020-2021. The data gathered were treated statistically using mean. It was found out that the respondents were poorly proficient. The use of occupation references, group references, and genderless words displayed their poor proficiency; however, they were moderately proficient in the use of role references and genderless phrases. It was recommended that the validated gender fair language learning guide should be considered for adoption in learning and instruction to further hone the students’ utilization of gender fair language.

The Teaching of General College Physics in Jolo

The purpose of this study is to record, examine and describe the common teaching strategies employed by college faculty members teaching general college physics in the five colleges in Jolo and to know as well what combination of teaching strategy employed by physics teacher in Jolo enhances achievement scores of students. Likewise, the evaluation on the learning facilities used in teaching physics was also taken into consideration. The study utilized the descriptive method of research and the normative survey technique was used for data gathering Purposive sampling was utilized and the respondents taken were composed of all faculty members handling college physics subjects and their respective students enrolled during the second semester of school year 2010 to 2011. The findings showed that the top three most common teaching strategies employed by teachers in teaching general college physics in Jolo are: problem solving, lecture, and board work. These strategies enhanced achievement scores of students. On the other hand, as far as learning facilities are concerned they were inadequate as most important equipment and tools necessary in the teaching of physics subjects were not available and if existing they were not functioning. However, despite the inadequacy of learning facilities, majority of the students have higher probability of passing the course based on their midterm exam. It is highly recommended that physics teachers must be exposed to various teaching strategies in order for them to be abreast with the latest methods in teaching physics. Furthermore, administrators are urged to upgrade school laboratories by procuring equipment, materials and other learning facilities indispensably needed in the teaching of general college physics.

Assessing Senior High Student’s Learning Experiences in Mathematics

In this study, the learning experience and its cognitive factors of Mathematics among senior high school students of Visayas State University were investigated using a correlational research approach. A complete enumeration of 222 grade 11 and 12 senior high students in the second semester of school year 2018-2019 were used as the participants of the survey. Using a developed structured questionnaire, a primary data was employed. Results showed that the mathematics attitude of students influence their learning experience and academic performance. Mathematics anxiety has a negative effect on the students learning experience especially for females. However, mathematical resilience locates itself in a positive psychology which addresses mental wellness and makes the students positively perceived that mathematics is interesting even if it is challenging. Also, results revealed that senior high school students are mostly visual learners in mathematics, which implies that students practice visualizing or pictures numbers/equations and other concepts in their mind. Furthermore, it can be gleaned that an academic performance is not just derived from study habits but to their motivation and interest in mathematics

The Use of PSPP Software in Learning Statistics

<p style="text-align:justify">This descriptive and correlational study investigated the effects of using PSPP in learning Statistics on students’ attitudes and performance. The respondents of the study were 200 Grade 11 Senior High School students who were enrolled in Probability and Statistics subject during the Second Semester of School Year 2018-2019. The respondents were randomly selected from those classes across the different academic strands that used PSPP in their Probability and Statistics subject through stratified random sampling. The results revealed that the students have favorable attitudes towards learning Statistics with the use of the PSPP software. The students became more interested and engaged in their learning of statistics which resulted to an improved academic performance.</p>

Usability Evaluation of SMS-Based System: Basis for Systems Development

The objective of the study is to evaluate the usability of SMS-Based Auto-Reply Inquiry System for Grades and Accounts. This descriptive study used a three-part questionnaire which was administered by the researcher. The usability questionnaire adapted from the USE Questionnaire used a 5-point scale composed of 30 statements. Convenience sampling was used choosing the respondents from the total population of 149 students of the CICS during the second semester of school year 2018-2019. A total of 45 questionnaires were retrieved and were used in the usability analysis. The usability evaluation results yielded a grand mean of 4.54 (Strongly Agree) showing that the SMS-based inquiry system is easy to learn, easy to use, useful, and satisfying. The results of this study show that pre-coded keywords are confusing for beginners but can be learned and familiarized by the users as they continue use the system. Further investigation should be conducted to prove that ease of use, ease of learning, and usefulness have direct impacts to user satisfaction.

Efficacy of Innovated Four-Stroke Gasoline Engine Trainer: It's Technical Enhancement to Grade 12 Senior HS Students

Constantly, engine before all ages until today has a piston in it. Reciprocating up and down movement of a piston that converted to rotary motion by crankshaft can never be changed. This study facilitated students in developing their understanding of the operation of four-stroke cycle fundamentals using simulated cut-away parts of an engine. The study used a descriptive research design. Descriptive statistics were used to describe the students' survey responses. Inferential statistics (one-tailed t-test) was used to establish the difference between post-test and pre-test results of the written examination, simulation and practical examination. The study was conducted to the 24 senior high automotive Grade-12 students of Lapasan National High School-Gusa Annex during the second semester of School Year 2017-2018. As a result, the study found a significant difference in the respondents' pre-test and post-test scores. It helps 100% of the respondents' to pass the national certification level-1. Generally, the students can easily perform simple to complicated tasks; they become self-reliant, confident in handling the actual operation of engine servicing given such advantages. A corollary to this, the said innovation considered and re-assessed toward sustained improvement the researcher should use the results of the study for deeper analysis of issues and concerns on four-stroke cylinder gasoline engine trainer and as a benchmark measure to increase students' academic performance.

Lived Experiences of Tertiary Students in the Teaching of Philippine History Courses

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TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION USING OUTCOME BASED EDUCATION APPROACH IN TEACHING INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS

The study was focused on determining the effectiveness of an approach in education which is outcome-based and integrated technology in teaching introductory physics among second year BSIT/BSCS students of Cavite State University enrolled in six (6) chosen campuses during the second semester of school year 2014-2015. Through Purposive sampling and census method three hundred fifty nine (359) students and eight (8) instructors were used as participants respectively. The researcher used Quasi-experimental research design. Seven (7) instruments were employed in the study. At p<0.05 level of significance using t-test independent mean, standard deviation, percentage and Analysis of Co-Variance(ANCOVA) hypotheses were tested. The result suggests that the technology integration intervention used for physics instruction utilized by the experimental group was effective in improving the students’ test scores. Results revealed the rejection of three null hypotheses tested thus, development of learning plans employing Technology Integrated Strategy (TIS) using outcome based education approach is highly recommended to actively involve the students in the teaching- learning process. The study conducted was limited in determining the effectiveness of TIS in teaching physics, therefore it is recommended to replicate the study in other discipline and the instrument crafted by the researcher may be used by other institution in promoting technology integrated lesson presentations. Administrators are highly encouraged to initiate the conduct of workshop about the use of TIS on various disciplines through continuing education program. Article DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.20319/pijss.2017.32.11021116 This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Non-commercial 4.0 International License. To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/ or send a letter to Creative Commons, PO Box 1866, Mountain View, CA 94042, USA.

Cultural Learning Environment in Structural Engineering Courses of Architecture and Civil Engineering Students in Qassim University

This study aimed to determine the learning environment variables related to students interest and perceived competencies of 190 students in Qassim University during the First and Second semester of school year 2011-2012. The study made use of the standardized Cultural Learning Environment (CLEQ) Questionnaire (Fisher and Waldrip, 1998)[1] to determine the cultural factors comprising the classroom learning environment in Structural Engineering courses as perceived by the Architecture & Civil Engineering students. The students’ level of interest and perceived competencies in Structural Engineering courses were measured by adapting the Perception of Engineering Classes Survey (PECS) Questionnaire [2]. Some interesting insight of the study are: 1). Students are more likely to collaborate, challenge their teachers, use modeling in learning Structural Engineering, and perceive what they learn in the class as matching their learning at home; 2). Students have a generally low level of interest and perceived competencies in Structural Engineering courses; 3). There is a significant relationship between collaboration and congruence factors and perceived competencies in Structural Engineering courses.

Career-Oriented Performance Tasks in Chemistry: Effects on Students' Critical Thinking Skills

The study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of career-oriented performance task (COPT) approach against the traditional teaching approach (TTA) in enhancing students’ critical thinking skills. Specifically, it sought to find out if students exposed to COPT have higher critical thinking skills than those students exposed to the traditional teaching approach (TTA). COPT approach aims to integrate career-oriented examples and inquiry-based activities in general inorganic chemistry. The study used the quasi-experimental pretest-posttest control group design. The sample of the study consisted of two (2) intact sections of first-year students in a private higher education institution in Manila who are enrolled in general inorganic chemistry during the second semester of school year 2011-2012. Thirty-nine (39) students are in the COPT class while thirty-eight (38) students are in the TTA class. The instrument used in the study is the Watson-Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal (WGCTA) to evaluate students’ critical thinking skills. The study found out that the mean posttest score in the WGCTA was not significantly higher for students exposed to COPT than for students exposed to TTA. The COPT approach in teaching chemistry was not effective in enhancing students’ critical thinking skills given the limited time of intervention. Longer exposure to intervention is necessary to enhance students’ critical thinking skills.

Automated Class Scheduling System

The study tested the functionality of Automated Class Scheduling System in terms of speed, data handling, accuracy, security, stability and adaptability in making class schedules. This study was conducted in Bohol Island State University Main Campus, Tagbilaran City during the second semester of school year 2010-2011. The respondents of this study were the 6 expert instructors in the field of computer programming. They tested and evaluated the functionality of the program in terms of its design, accuracy, data handling, security, stability and adaptability. Another 8 instructors who are in charge of making class schedules determined the functionality of the system in terms of speed, accuracy, data handling, stability and adaptability of the software. Separate set of questionnaires were given to two groups of respondents. The study concluded that the manual and the automated class scheduling systems are both functional. However, the automated system is more functional because of its extra features which solve the primary problems in creating class schedules.

Critical Thinking Skills through Reflective Journal Writing Among Non – Science Majors: Basis for an Enhancement Guide

Physical Science involves study of non – living things. Since it is being offered among non–majors, teachers surmount challenges particularly appreciation for scientific inquiry. Likewise, De la Salle Lipa exposes students to transformative learning approach to attain its expected La Sallian Graduate Attributes and one of which is being a critical thinker. Thus, this study assessed the extent by which critical thinking skills were enhanced through reflective journal writing. Using the descriptive instructional method of research, this study used the Provus Evaluation Model in its approach to assessment of major variables concerned. Purposive sampling technique was used among 80 Second Year Bachelor of Science in Accountancy and Bachelor of Science in Legal Management who were enrolled during the second semester of School Year 2011 – 2012. Data and other information needed were gathered through questionnaires, informal interviews, observations, documentary analysis and the use of triangulation of data. Results revealed that indicators of critical thinking skills have been found to have been “enhanced to a great extent” However, in consideration of the Total Quality Assurance (TQA), it was found that gap existed between the mean assessment of the respondents and the intent of TQA. In consideration of the findings, an enhancement guide has been proposed to introduce and implement reflective journal writing among non – majors in college or universities’ quest to continuously improve instructional program and attain total quality assurance. Keywords - reflective journal writing, critical thinking skills, total quality assurance.