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Analysis of Teachers’ Practices and Challenges on the Articulation of Outcome-Based Education to Classroom Instruction
Seeing in the Dark through a Green Lens: An Ecocritique of Contemporary Philippine Speculative Fiction
Mapping Training Needs of Student Affairs and Services (SAS) Practitioners: Towards a Personnel Development Plan
Innovations Created by Quick Service Restaurants in the New Normal: Basis for Operations Development
Technological Competence and Compassion Among Filipino Nurses in a Private Hospital
The Leadership Behavior of the Administrators of La Consolacion University Philippines: Basis for an Action Plan for Professional Development
Pinoy Ako, Pero Hindi Filipino Major: Pag-aaral sa Karanasan ng Guro sa Pribadong Paaralan
Analyzing the Commission on Appointments’ Role in Military Appointments: Deliberations, Processes and Impacts (1987 to 2022)
Analysis of Teachers’ Practices and Challenges on the Articulation of Outcome-Based Education to Classroom Instruction
Jay Mark B. Santos, Divina Ann M. Eusebio, Mailyn Zacharias
La Consolacion University Philippines
ABSTRACT
This study explores the articulation of Outcomes-Based Education (OBE) within classroom instruction by comparing the planned OBE curriculum with actual classroom practices. Utilizing a case study design, the research examines how fourteen college instructors from a university in Bulacan planned, monitored, and evaluated student learning. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews focusing on the instructors’ profiles, OBE training, curriculum development involvement, personal perceptions of OBE, and their strategies for implementing OBE in the classroom. The analysis highlighted four key components essential for effective OBE integration: clearly defined Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOs), cohesive course planning and design, active engagement through diverse instructional methods, and aligned assessment practices. Despite identifying best practices such as clear outcome articulation and active learning strategies, the study also uncovered challenges, including resource constraints and resistance to change. To address these challenges and enhance OBE implementation, several support systems are recommended, including Learning Outcomes Design Workshops, an Active Learning and Engagement Toolkit, an OBE Resource Support Center, and an Inclusive Teaching Resource Library. This study contributes to the understanding of OBE application in higher education and provides practical recommendations to improve teaching practices and student engagement.
keywords: outcomes-based education (obe), course intended learning outcomes (cilos), classroom instruction, active learning, support systems
Seeing in the Dark through a Green Lens: An Ecocritique of Contemporary Philippine Speculative Fiction
Jeremie M. Maleon
Mapúa Malayan Colleges Laguna
ABSTRACT
The world today faces significant environmental challenges, defining the Anthropocene era, where human activities have a profound impact on Earth's climate and ecosystems. In response to the need for greater environmental sensitivity and awareness, this study examines four speculative narratives by contemporary Filipina authors. Through an ecocritical analysis of Age of Blight and The Drone Outside by Kristine Ong-Muslim, Naermyth by Karen Francisco, and Wounded Little Gods by Eliza Victoria, this study unearths ecocritical themes using Greg Garrard's Ecocriticism framework and a multiscalar approach. By analyzing intrinsic elements such as plots, characters, settings, and symbols, the study reveals overarching ecocritical patterns emerging from the data.
keywords: ecocriticism, contemporary philippine literature, environmental education, anthropocene, environmental awareness
Mapping Training Needs of Student Affairs and Services (SAS) Practitioners: Towards a Personnel Development Plan
Rosalyn Galvez, AIra Cielo Roxas
La Consolacion University Philippines
ABSTRACT
This study examines the essential training requirements of SAS practitioners in higher education institutions. Using a mixed-methods approach, it integrates quantitative and qualitative data to provide a comprehensive understanding of the competencies needed for effective student support. Key findings reveal that mental health support, crisis management, faculty collaboration, and professional development are top training priorities, with mental health support being the most urgent. Practitioners expressed a strong need for crisis management training to handle emergencies effectively. Additionally, there is a significant demand for training in research methodologies and leadership development to enhance service delivery. The study's findings contribute to the ongoing discourse on improving student affairs practices and underscore the importance of continuous professional development in fostering a supportive educational environment.
keywords: student affairs, training needs, professional development, mental health support, crisis management
Innovations Created by Quick Service Restaurants in the New Normal: Basis for Operations Development
Angelyn C. Dy Tioco
La Consolacion University Philippines
Mylin DJ. Damian
Bulacan State University
ABSTRACT
This study explores the innovative strategies adopted by quick service restaurants (QSRs) in the Province of Bulacan to navigate the operational challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. Employing a mixed-method approach, the research examines innovations in products, services, and physical operations, alongside their impacts on key business functions such as sales, marketing, and customer satisfaction. Data were gathered from interviews with QSR managers and surveys involving 30 loyal customers across top establishments, including Jollibee, McDonald’s, and Chowking. Findings reveal that QSRs have embraced technologies such as online food delivery, cashless transactions, and sanitation protocols to enhance operational efficiency and customer safety. These innovations significantly contributed to customer satisfaction, particularly in product quality, service friendliness, and compliance with health guidelines. Moreover, strategic promotions and pricing adaptations during the pandemic sustained customer loyalty and mitigated revenue losses. The study underscores the role of innovation in sustaining the QSR industry during crises and provides actionable insights for future pandemic-resilient strategies. By aligning operational innovations with customer needs, QSRs can maintain competitiveness and enhance resilience against disruptions.
keywords: quick service restaurants, operational innovation, customer satisfaction
Technological Competence and Compassion Among Filipino Nurses in a Private Hospital
Chasty Kate S. Paras, Jasmine Audri S. Bagunas, Kyle Angelo C. Capindit, Erika Monette A. Dativo, Richelle Mae P. Engada,
Cheryl F. Gasis, Ryalyn L. Larroza, Meiryl Teza G. Prado, Jose Emamuel Galecia, & Gelbert Jan S. Porque
Iloilo Doctors’ College
ABSTRACT
This descriptive-correlational study involving 113 nurses in a private hospital in Iloilo, Philippines, investigated the relationship between technological competence and compassion in nursing. Validated questionnaires assessed nurses’ technological competence and compassionate care, acknowledging technology's growing role in healthcare quality. Most nurses exhibited high technological competence, though improvements were needed in emergency equipment use and troubleshooting. They also showed satisfactory compassion levels, but needed support for patient visitors' accommodation and financial issues. A positive correlation was found between technological competence and compassion, with higher technological competence linked to increased compassion in patient care. The study highlights that despite its technological focus, healthcare modernization does not lessen the importance of compassionate care. Both technological competence and compassion are crucial for delivering high-quality patient care. The findings suggest a need for continuous training to enhance both aspects among nursing functions.
keywords: technological competence, compassion, nurse
The Leadership Behavior of the Administrators of La Consolacion University Philippines: Basis for an Action Plan for Professional Development
Mark Rey C. Santos, Mariefe B. Cruz, Patrick Bryan Teodoro, Joanna Marie Sanchez
La Consolacion University Philippines
ABSTRACT
The study used the Leadership Behavior Description Questionnaire (LBDQ) as a lens to examine leadership behavior at La Consolacion University Philippines. The LBDQ is a widely used instrument for assessing leadership styles through the lens of two core dimensions: the initiating structure (IS) and the consideration (C). The survey was conducted in SY 2024-2025 with 25 administrators who were asked to self-assess their leadership behavior. The survey results were organized and analyzed, leading to the development of an action plan, which may be recommended to them to reach a good balance between the dimensions. It was found that there is no significant difference between the self-ratings of the university administrators in terms of their consideration and initiating leadership behaviors. The study identified several key areas for development based on the least-rated indicators of both the consideration and initiation leadership behaviors that directly focus on task management and clarity. It is recommended that advanced training on strategic planning and innovation management be explored. This study's findings can inform administrators' professional development programs, ensuring they can negotiate the intricacies of contemporary education.
keywords: lbdq, leadership behavior, la consolacion university philippines, leadership style
Pinoy Ako, Pero Hindi Filipino Major: Pag-aaral sa Karanasan ng Guro sa Pribadong Paaralan
Harold A. Magcalas
La Consolacion University Philippines
ABSTRACT
Ang pananaliksik na ito ay naglalayong masuri ang mga karanasan at kalagayan ng mga gurong nagtuturo ng asignaturang Filipino na hindi ito ang kanilang espesyalisasyon. Tinutukoy nito ang mga hamon na kinahaharap nila, ang mga estratehiyang ginagamit sa pagtuturo, at ang mga hakbang upang mapabuti ang kanilang kakayahan sa pagtuturo ng Filipino. Gumamit ang mga mananaliksik ng deskriptibong-korelasyonal na disenyo at mixed method na lapit, kung saan isinagawa ang pasulat na panayam at pamamahagi ng likert-scale na talatanungan. Sampung guro mula sa isang pribadong paaralan ang lumahok, na pinili sa pamamagitan ng purposive sampling. Karamihan sa kanila ay nagtapos ng BSED major in English at BEED, may edad 30–32, at may 5–10 taong karanasan sa pagtuturo. Lumabas sa resulta na walang makabuluhang ugnayan sa pagitan ng demograpikong profayl ng mga guro at ng antas ng mga suliranin sa pagtuturo ng Filipino. Gayunpaman, nakita sa pag-aaral na may potensyal silang mapabuti ang kalidad ng pagtuturo kung mabibigyan ng sapat na suporta. Kabilang sa kanilang mga mungkahi ang regular na pagsasagawa ng seminar, workshop, at iba pang pagsasanay na kaugnay ng asignatura. Ipinapakita ng pag-aaral na hindi hadlang ang pagiging out-of-field teacher sa epektibong pagtuturo ng Filipino. Sa halip, kung mabibigyang tinig at pagkakataon ang mga guro, maaari nilang maipamalas ang kanilang kakayahan at makapag-ambag nang higit sa pagpapabuti ng edukasyon sa Filipino.
keywords: out-of-field, asignaturang filipino, mga guro sa filipino, pribadong paaralan, istratehiya
Analyzing the Commission on Appointments’ Role in Military Appointments: Deliberations, Processes and Impacts (1987 to 2022)
Noel Yee Sinco
University of San Agustin
ABSTRACT
The Commission on Appointments (CA) plays a crucial role in ensuring that military appointments in the Philippines are based on merit and fitness rather than political considerations. This study examines CA deliberations from 1987 to 2022, analyzing how the commission has influenced military promotions and appointments. Despite the president’s broad powers, the CA serves as a check on executive decisions, sometimes confirming, rejecting, or bypassing nominees. The research highlights recurring issues, including favoritism towards Philippine Military Academy graduates, regional disparities in appointments, and the increasing presence of former military officials in civilian government roles. It also explores how political dynamics, presidential preferences, and legislative oversight shape these appointments. By analyzing CA journals, this study sheds light on the evolving relationship between civilian authorities and the military, revealing the long-term implications of military influence in governance. The findings contribute to discussions on institutional accountability and civil-military relations in the Philippines.
keywords: military appointment, commission on appointments, commander-in-chief, civil-military relations, and journals
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