Senior High School Students Research Articles

The Impact of Synectics Learning Model Implementation with Mind Mapping Assignments on Reducing Misconceptions and Enhancing Students' Cognitive Learning Outcomes

Innovative learning models are essential to enhance students' cognitive abilities and address misconceptions in physics learning. This study aims to provide an overview of the influence of implementing the Synectics learning model with mind mapping assignments on the quantity of misconceptions and the cognitive learning outcomes of senior high school students. The research employed a quasi-experimental method using a randomized control group pretest-posttest design. The study was conducted on 11th-grade students at a senior high school in Palu, Central Sulawesi, during the 2023/2024 academic year. A cluster random sampling technique was used to select the sample. Data collection was carried out using pretests and posttests to measure the improvement in cognitive learning outcomes, while posttests were used to assess misconceptions experienced by students during learning with the Synectics model with and without mind mapping assignments. Observation sheets were also used to monitor the implementation of the learning process. The results showed an improvement in cognitive abilities for the experimental class, with an average normalized gain (N-Gain) of 0.63 (high), compared to 0.50 (moderate) for the control class. Based on a significance test at the 0.05 level, the findings revealed that the Synectics learning model with mind mapping assignments significantly outperformed the Synectics model without such assignments. Additionally, descriptive analysis of the misconceptions indicated that the Synectics model with mind mapping assignments resulted in fewer misconceptions compared to the model without mind mapping assignments.

Exploring Effective Approach to Teaching Thermal Physics: Comparing 5E Model, Differentiated Instruction and Conventional Teaching

In this study, the effects of 5E Instructional Model (5E), Differentiated Instruction (DI) and conventional teaching method on Senior High School (SHS) physics students’ academic performance in Thermal Physics were compared. Method: By employing a quasi-experimental pretest/posttest non-equivalent control group design, 291 SHS 2 physics students were used from six intact classes which were randomly selected from three SHSs in the Mampong Municipality and Sekyere South District. The hypotheses were tested using one-way ANCOVA and two-way ANCOVA at α=0.05. The results showed that there was a significant effect of at least one of the teaching methods on the academic performance of students (F(1,287)=150.766, p=0.001<0.05), with students taught using DI obtaining the highest adjusted mean scores of 18.978 (std. error = 0.437), followed by those taught using 5E group (adjusted mean = 16.373, std. error=0.430), and those taught using the conventional teaching method (adjusted mean score = 13.734, std. error = 0.452). Also, there was a significant interaction between gender and teaching method (F(1,284)=241.395, p=0.001<0.05) with no significant difference observed between male and female students taught using DI (mean difference=0.233, p=0.765) and 5E (mean difference=0.75, p=0.532), but a significant difference in academic performance between male and female SHS students taught using conventional teaching method (mean difference=8.284, p=0.000). It was therefore recommended, amongst others, that SHS physics teachers in Mampong Municipality and Sekyere South District should consider differentiating their students in order to tailor Thermal Physics lessons to all students, which will help them perform better.

Assessing the Implementation of Senior High School Mathematics Curriculum: Teachers’ and Students’ Perceptions in Calbayog City Division, Philippines

The implementation of the Senior High School (SHS) Mathematics curriculum in the Philippines has introduced new challenges for both teachers and students, particularly in adapting to the demands of the K to 12 education reform. This study assessed the seriousness of issues encountered in implementing the SHS Mathematics curriculum based on the perceptions of SHS mathematics teachers and students in the Department of Education at Calbayog City Division, Samar, Philippines. Using a descriptive survey design, the study involved 31 mathematics teachers, identified through total enumeration sampling, and 320 SHS students, selected via simple random sampling. A 4-point Likert-type scale survey questionnaire was used to examine the implementation issues of the SHS Mathematics curriculum. The results revealed that mathematics teachers perceived curriculum-related, teacher-related, and student-related issues as moderately serious, highlighting significant challenges such as gaps in foundational knowledge, insufficient preparedness, and difficulty adapting to the increased academic demands of the SHS program. In contrast, SHS students rated curriculum and teacher-related issues as moderately serious but viewed student-related issues as less serious. These results emphasize the need for professional development programs that equip teachers with student-centered pedagogical strategies to address diverse learning needs. To enhance teaching effectiveness and improve student outcomes, it is recommended that SHS mathematics teachers receive sufficient support, including access to relevant training and resources.

Structural equation model of the mediating effects of teaching quality in the relationship between mathematics connection and achievement motivation

This study assessed the mediating effect of teaching quality (TQ) in the relationship between mathematics connection (MC) and achievement motivation (AM) of senior high school students in Ghana. A descriptive survey was carried out on 400 students randomly selected from Kumasi Senior High Technical School. The survey instrument comprised of structured questionnaires designed to elicit students’ responses on the main constructs. Following data input in SPSS (V. 23), confirmatory factor analysis was run in AMOS (V. 23) to ensure the data fit the hypothesized model. Construct validity and reliability assessment were also done and the results indicated that the data was valid and reliable. Path analysis was run in AMOS (V. 23) to determine direct, indirect, and total effects among the main constructs. The results showed that the direct effects of MC on AM was positive and significant. Similarly, the indirect effects of MC on AM through TQ was also revealed positive and significant. Therefore, TQ partially mediated the relationship between MC and AM. The study recommended that mathematics teachers should be professionally trained to adapt strategies that links classroom mathematics to students’ lives, other subjects, and real-life situations to make learners develop the desire for the subject.

The impact of project-based learning on mathematics interest and self-efficacy among senior high school students

This research sought to explore how the Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model affects the learning interest and self-efficacy of eleventh-grade students in Senior High School. Employing a quantitative quasi-experimental design, the study utilized a sample of eleventh-grade students selected through simple random sampling. Data were gathered using questionnaires and observational methods and analyzed using a multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) test. The results underscored the notable influence of the PjBL model in enhancing learning interest and self-efficacy. The PjBL approach positively affected these variables in the experimental group of 28 students. The robustness of these results was confirmed by Pillai's Trace, Wilks' Lambda, Hotelling's Trace, and Roy's Largest Root tests, each demonstrating F-values with a significance level of 0.000, well below the threshold of 0.05. Moreover, the Coefficient of determination (R²) revealed that the PjBL model accounted for 73.5% of the variance in learning interest and 90.2% in self-efficacy, with the remaining variance being attributable to other factors not addressed in this study.

EXPLORING THE LITERACY AND NUMERACY SKILLS OF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FROM THE VANTAGE POINT OF ENGLISH TEACHERS: AN INQUIRY

The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore and understand the experiences of English teachers teaching in private schools of Tagum City, specifically the challenges they have encountered and what are the practices they have implemented, in dealing with the literacy and numeracy skills of students in senior high school. After the pandemic, the gap in literacy and numeracy skills among students has widened, becoming a significant challenge for teachers. This issue is particularly pressing for senior high school English teachers, who are tasked with teaching these foundational skills to students who often struggle with even the basics. The complexity of teaching under these circumstances has increased, creating significant challenges for educators. This study aims to explore the best practices, challenges, coping mechanisms, and insights of senior high school English teachers, with the goal of sharing valuable strategies with colleagues and the broader academic community in the context of the post-pandemic era. A qualitative research approach was employed to gain a deeper understanding of this phenomenon through natural observation and analysis rather than controlled measurement. The participants included 14 senior high school English teachers who taught literacy and numeracy skills during the 2023-2024 school year. These educators were from private schools in Tagum City, divided into two groups: seven participants for in-depth interviews (IDI) and seven for focus group discussions (FGD). The findings of the study reflect the significant challenges and effective practices of these teachers in teaching literacy and numeracy skills. A key challenge identified was the lack of adequate teaching materials, which complicates the already demanding task of addressing these skills in English classes. As the researcher and one of the senior high school English teachers involved in teaching literacy and numeracy skills, this study has greatly broadened my perspective on the phenomenon. I gained valuable insights from the participants on how they navigate and overcome the challenges they encounter. The lessons they shared are not only informative but also applicable, enabling me to reflect on and implement these strategies in real teaching scenarios. KEYWORDS: Literacy Skills, Numeracy Skills, Qualitative, Tagum City Davao del Norte

Academic Possible Selves, Motivational Beliefs, and Self-Regulation Among Adolescents Attending General and Vocational Schools: Does the Type of School Matter?

Academic possible selves (PSs) are defined as future self-representations about education and academic outcomes, recognized for their motivational power, especially in challenging situations. This study aimed to (i) explore the salience of academic PSs among senior high school students, considering sociodemographic factors; (ii) investigate the relationships among perceived contextual factors, PS constructs, difficulty mindsets, and academic outcomes; and (iii) examine differences between general and vocational school students across these variables and their relationships. A sample of 598 10th graders (i) reported their two most important hoped-for and feared PSs as well as their strategies to achieve/avoid them and (ii) completed scales measuring demographics, perceptions about parents’ and teachers’ beliefs, perceived efficacy for attaining PSs, perception of school as a path, difficulty mindsets about academic tasks, academic self-regulation, and achievement. The results indicated that academic PSs were salient among adolescents’ hoped-for PSs, with general school students reporting academic PSs more frequently and showing more positive motivational beliefs. Path analysis indicated the role of the study variables in academic self-regulation and achievement, with school type moderating these effects. The findings emphasize the importance of supporting students’ academic PSs and tailoring context-based interventions to foster academic outcomes in diverse school settings.

Character education content in science textbook for senior high school students

Character education content in science textbook for senior high school students

The level of career indecision of senior high school students based on gender

The level of career indecision of senior high school students based on gender

GAMIFIED ENGLISH INSTRUCTION MEDIATED BY KAHOOT! AT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL: EVIDENCE FOR VOCABULARY GAINS

Learning vocabulary in a second or foreign language is necessary for effective communication. Because the process of memorizing vocabulary is boring and stressful for some high school students, they have poor vocabulary knowledge. This study is focused on investigating whether or not there is an effect of using Kahoot! on senior high school students' vocabulary achievement. This research was conducted in two classes, one of which was used as an experimental class, and the other was a control class. The duration of the treatment is two weeks, and the third week is to do a post-test. This research was carried out in one of the high schools in Jember City. To measure participants' achievement in vocabulary learning after the experiment, a vocabulary achievement test was developed by the researchers. To check the validity of the hypothesis, an independent sample t-test was run to determine the significant difference between the mean post-test score and the SPSS. The results of the study indicate that Kahoot is effective in improving the vocabulary learning of the experimental group.

The Correlation of Mathematical Performance and Mathematical Anxiety, Mathematical Confidence and Mathematical Interest

This research study investigates the correlation between Mathematical Performance and factors such as Mathematical Anxiety, Mathematical Confidence, and Mathematical Interest among STEM students at San Felipe Neri Catholic School. Utilizing a quantitative research design, a survey was conducted among senior high school students in the STEM strand at San Felipe Neri Catholic School, employing descriptive-correlational methodology to assess attitudes, emotions, and perceptions regarding mathematics. The study’s findings reveal that mathematical confidence is positively related to academic performance in mathematics (r=0.28 for highest grades and r=0.22 for lowest grades) and mathematical interest (r=0.67), implying that confidence improves performance and engagement in mathematics. On the other hand, mathematical anxiety inversely correlates with mathematical confidence (r=-0.45) and mathematical interest (r=0.40), highlighting the negative impact of mathematical anxiety. Additionally, a moderate positive correlation between mathematical interest and academic performance in mathematics (r=0.12 for highest grades and r=0.08 for lowest grades) demonstrates a visible but little impact of interest on academic performance in mathematics but also highlights the importance of educational interventions that foster confidence and interest while reducing anxiety in order to improve academic outcomes in mathematics among the STEM students.

CHATGPT’S PERCEIVED USEFULNESS AND STUDENTS’ CONFIDENCE IN WRITING ENGLISH ESSAYS: A CORRELATIONAL STUDY

This research aimed at determining the perceived usefulness of ChatGPT in relation to students’ confidence in writing English essays. A mixed-method design was used, where quantitative and qualitative data were collected via a researcher-designed Likert scale and open-ended questionnaires respectively. The participants of the study consisted of 40 senior high school students from one of the private schools in Central Visayas in which stratified random sampling was carried out, and data collection was done face to face. Statistical analysis consisted of descriptive statistics while Collaizzi’s phenomenological approach was the qualitative data analysis approach used in the study. The results showed that the students have a moderate opinion about the usefulness of ChatGPT in providing grammar, ideas and content and essay coherence. The linear regression further revealed that students’ perception of the effectiveness of ChatGPT was positively correlated with their writing confidence in essay development and construction, such as organization, interpretation and grammar. Qualitative feedback stressed ChatGPT’s capacity in improving writing confidence by enabling students to overcome constraints such as writer’s block and grammatical mistakes. On the contrary, the issue of over-dependence on the tool indicates the importance of effective integration to avoid loss of independent critical judgement and creativity. The study concludes that while ChatGPT significantly aids students in writing, responsible usage is crucial. Recommendations include training on effective use of ChatGPT, promoting independent writing skills, and further research on ChatGPT’s long-term impacts in education.

P-1828. Virulence-Associated Genes of Carbapenem-Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates in a National Government Referral Center in the Philippines

Abstract Background Klebsiella pneumoniae (KP) infections are common in the Philippines. Local carbapenem resistance (CR) is at 11-50%. In addition to the rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR), some types of KP cause disseminated infection that can lead to poor clinical outcomes. Aside from describing AMR, it is also important to identify virulence genes to fully understand the pathogenesis of KP infections. There is no local data on the characterization of virulence genes on KP isolates and its impact on patient outcomes. Methods This is a cross-sectional study that utilized bio-banked CR KP isolates collected from November 2019 to January 2020 at the Philippine General Hospital, the national government referral center. Identity of the banked presumptive isolates were confirmed using polymerase chain reaction (PCR). AMR profile was investigated using VITEK MS (bioMérieux, USA). Multiplex PCR was employed to detect the following virulence genes: siderophore (ybtS, entB, iutA, iucA), fimbriae (mrkD, fimH), capsular polysaccharide synthesis (rmpA) and hypermucoviscosity (magA). Results Preliminary analysis included 50 bio-banked isolates from patients with CR KP infections. Majority were from male (28, 56%) with a median age of 53 years. Most common co-morbidities include genitourinary malignancy (6, 12%) and diabetes mellitus (5, 10%). The majority of isolates were from the respiratory tract (21, 42%), followed by blood (10, 20%) and urine (8, 16%). Most infections were hospital acquired (43, 86%). Resistance to colistin was at 2%. Analysis of the virulence genes were conducted in 35 isolates. All isolates (35/35, 100%) tested positive for entB. Most isolates tested positive for mrkD (33/34, 97.1%) and fimH (33/34, 97.1%), followed by ybtS (25/34, 73.5%), magA (25/35, 71.4%) and iutA (4/18, 22.2%). None of the isolates tested positive for rmpA. Our study reported high mortality rate of 32%. Conclusion Mortality is high with CR KP infections. Virulence genes were detected from the collected isolates but the impact of each gene of gene combinations to patient outcomes need to be investigated. This study supports the need for further research on AMR and hypervirulence of KP infections. Disclosures Aurora Ines Aguilar, MS (cand.), Manila HealthTek, Inc.: Part-time employee focused on developing educational tools for junior and senior high school students from the STEM strand Sohei Harada, MD, PhD, MSD: Honoraria|Shionogi: Honoraria Yohei Doi, MD, PhD, bioMerieux: Lecture fees|Entasis: Grant/Research Support|Fujifilm: Advisor/Consultant|Gilead Sciences: Advisor/Consultant|GSK: Advisor/Consultant|KANTO CHEMICAL CO.,INC.: Grant/Research Support|KANTO CHEMICAL CO.,INC.: Patent for genotyping kit|MeijiSeika Pharma: Advisor/Consultant|Moderna: Advisor/Consultant|MSD: Lecture fees|Pfizer: Advisor/Consultant|Shionogi & Co., Ltd.: Grant/Research Support|Shionogi & Co., Ltd.: Lecture fees

EXPLORING THE LIVED EXPERIENCES OF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN WRITING QUALITATIVE RESEARCH

The purpose of this phenomenological study was to discover the experiences of senior high school students in writing qualitative research. This study was anchored on the Cognitive Process Theory of Writing by Linda Flower and John Hayes (1981), Collaborative Learning Theory by Lev Vygotsky’s (1934), and Self-efficacy theory by Albert Bandura (1986). A total of 20 senior high school students from the secondary public schools in the Municipality of Braulio E. Dujali participated, where half of them were engaged in the in-depth interview, and the others were invited to a focus group discussion. The interview revealed their experiences including gaining knowledge in writing qualitative research, having difficulty in working as a group, having insufficient resources, having time constraints, and encountering difficulty during the process of writing qualitative research. This lead the students to apply certain coping mechanisms for themselves in writing qualitative research. The findings further revealed that seeking assistance, doing time management practices, delegating research tasks, and utilizing online resources, related studies and readings are helpful in writing qualitative research. Finally, their insights expressed that rationalizing the relevance of qualitative research through experiences, developing the right attitude in qualitative research writing, emphasizing the importance of time management, and developing the students’ 21st-century learning skills are essential in writing qualitative research. KEYWORDS: senior high school students, qualitative research, qualitative-phenomenological study, Braulio E. Dujali, Davao del Norte

The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media: Effects on Student Learning and Academic Performance

The study explores the impact of social media usage on the academic performance of Senior High School students in the context of modern learning environments. With nearly all teens engaging in social media daily, platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube are increasingly used for educational purposes, fostering collaboration and knowledge expansion. However, excessive use of social media, particularly for non-academic purposes, has been linked to decreased academic performance. This research investigates how different types and frequencies of social media use relate to students' academic success, focusing on the balance between academic work and social activities. The study examines the implications of social media multitasking, which has been shown to distract students and reduce learning efficiency. It also evaluates how the shift to online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic has further integrated social media into education. The findings suggest that while social media can offer academic benefits, excessive and non-purposeful use can negatively effects students' academic performance. The study concludes by offering recommendations for future research, such as investigating the long-term effects of social media use on academics and developing strategies for students to optimize their social media engagement for educational purposes.

The Influence of Politeness Norms and Language Skills on How Students Communicate with Teachers in Civic Education Learning Subjects

This study investigates the influence of politeness norms and language skills on communication procedures between students and teachers in junior and senior high school students learning subjects in pink. This research method uses quantitative research with an observational approach involving 92 respondents, and this research instrument uses a Likert scale with 92 questions. The data results using multiple regression tests show that the influence of politeness norms on communication manners significantly affects communication manners with a regression value of 18.6%. Annova F produces a value of 10,024, indicating the significance of the model as a whole, while the sign value of 0.000 confirms each independent variable. This study plays an important role in understanding the influence of politeness norms and language skills on communication manners between students and teachers in civic education learning subjects. This research provides insight into how politeness norms and language skills affect communication between students and teachers, especially in Civics subjects at the junior and senior high school levels.

Influence of Students’ Assessment of Online Library Services and Utilization of Digital Marketing Strategies on their Online Engagement

The outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic made a big impact towards the libraries. As face-to-face mode was constricted, the online digital marketing strategies became a tool to bridge the gap between the library and users through the promotion of online library services and resources. The study was conducted to determine the influence of students’ assessment of online library services and utilization of digital marketing strategies on their online engagements. There were 820 Senior High School students who participated in the study. The study utilized the descriptive-correlational design and data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Online survey questionnaires were used for data collection. Findings reveal that students’ assessment of the online library services and extent of utilization of digital marketing strategies were generally high. The students’ engagement towards online library services in terms of affective and cognitive domains were high, in contrast to the behavior domain assessed as moderate. The study found that the students’ online library engagement was influenced by their assessment of online library services and their extent of utilization of digital marketing strategies. It is recommended that the librarians may assess each of the online library services to determine the satisfaction level of the students towards the services as well as continue to improve their services. The library personnel may also consider evaluating their library website as well as using other digital marketing strategies such as Email marketing and SMS mobile marketing or creating more official online accounts to LinkedIn, Viber, Snapshot, Pinterest, and TikTok to further promote their online library services and resources as well as to reach users and non-users of the library.

The Use of Youtube Podcast to Improve Student Speaking Skills

This study aims to improve students' speaking skills by using YouTube podcasts and students' perceptions of the use of YouTube podcasts in speaking skills. In conducting this research, the author used a case study to collect data from the participants. The participants were an English teacher and twenty eleventh-grade students at a boarding school in Tasikmalaya. There were two instruments used by the author in conducting this research, namely observation and interviews. The results of this study showed a positive perception through the strategies used by the teacher and helped the students in increasing their confidence in practicing speaking. Based on the research findings, it is suggested that teachers can use YouTube podcasts to improve speaking skills for senior high school students. Moreover, this strategy not only improves students' speaking skills but also students' knowledge and imagination through YouTube podcasts and interaction strategies in the classroom. In addition, this study also suggests that English teachers use YouTube podcasts as a strategy to improve students' speaking skills. In addition, the students felt that learning by using YouTube podcasts can help them to improve their speaking skills. In addition, it makes them more motivated and enjoy learning in class. For future researchers, this study provides a wide opportunity to make more perfect research in the same field with different interests.

Penguatan Pendidikan Karakter melalui Peningkatan Logika, Etika, dan Estetika di MTs. Al-Ma’arif dan MA Al-Ma’arif, Dusun Cumpleng, Desa Brengkok, Kecamatan Brondong, Kabupaten Lamongan

The existence of institutions from time to time is increasingly eroded by waves of 'levelling' in the name of accreditation. As an effort to defend his vision against the eroding of civilization, the author took the initiative to hold character education seminars at the Al-Ma'arif Foundation, Dusun Cumpleng, Brengkok Village, Brondong District. The goal to be achieved is the formation of students who have intact and balanced character between mind and heart, are intelligent, have good ethics, are physically and spiritually intelligent, have skills and morals, as well as cognitive, affective and psychomotor. In this service prepare the process a character education process and management that reflects management steps, implementation strategies, educational and educational HR readiness, indicators of program success, comprehensive program design containing content and contextual analysis of the educational process, program evaluation and monitoring techniques and policy formulation. . This assistance uses the PAR (Participatory Action Research) method, which is a research methodology that invites individuals and communities to actively participate by following activities in the same construction or facility with the knowledge they have. In its implementation there are several stages, namely analyzing the problem, compiling program planning, program implementation and program evaluation. Character education can be done early on in any institution or foundation. Character education is carried out and applied to Senior High School and Junior High School Al-Ma'arif students in Cumpleng Hamlet, Brengkok Village, Brondong District.

Protocol for a nested case-control study: identifying neuroimaging biomarkers for the progression of subclinical depression and qi-stagnation constitution to major depressive disorder in adolescents.

Major depressive disorder (MDD) frequently results in suboptimal treatment outcomes and elevated recurrence rate, with patients frequently engaging in self-harm and suicidal behavior, thereby placing a heavy burden on families and society. Specifically, MDD in adolescents is linked to an elevated suicide risk. Thus, early identification and intervention is crucial for adolescents at high risk for developing MDD. Subclinical depression (SD), characterized by depressive symptoms that do not meet the full criteria for MDD, substantially increases the risk of developing MDD. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine body constitution theory, Qi-stagnation constitution (QSC) is also considered a significant risk factor for the progression to MDD. This study protocol aims to identify neuroimaging biomarkers for the progression from adolescents with SD and QSC to those with MDD, facilitating early intervention strategies. This nested case-control study includes both longitudinal follow-up and cross-sectional comparison. Three hundred first-year senior high school students diagnosed with SD and QSC will be recruited. The 300 adolescents will undergo rs-fMRI scans at baseline and again after one year. We then divide the 300 adolescents with SD and QSC into two groups based on whether they progress to MDD after one year. Functional brain networks will be constructed based on 400 regions of interest (ROIs). Neuroimaging measures, including regional homogeneity and low-frequency fluctuation for each ROI, as well as graph-based global efficiency, nodal efficiency, and nodal centrality from the binary networks, will then be calculated. Finally, differences in these neuroimaging measures between the two groups at baseline will be analyzed to identify biomarkers that can predict the progression from adolescents with SD and QSC to those with MDD. This study protocol does not involve clinical interventions and is classified as an observational study, so it was not subject to prior registration.