Week 3: Needs Analysis & Research Progress

During the third week of my research, the focus shifted to the Analysis Phase of the ADDIE model. This marked a transition from initial planning toward implementing a responsive, community-based intervention for teenage pregnancy prevention. A key milestone this week was the preparation and submission of a formal Letter of Intent to the Barangay Council of Laram, San Pedro, Laguna. This document was essential in securing official support and endorsement from local authorities. It not only legitimized the study but also enabled data gathering and youth engagement within the barangay.

In parallel, I developed data collection tools tailored for three groups of respondents: (1) adolescents aged 12–17 residing in the barangay, (2) SK officials and community leaders, and (3) barangay health workers. These instruments aimed to identify baseline knowledge, prevailing attitudes, perceived challenges, and learning preferences related to SRH, with emphasis on teenage pregnancy. The tools were designed with PAR principles, ensuring the perspectives of youth learners and SK officials were taken into account.

The youth questionnaire included four sections: (1) personal information, (2) awareness and understanding of teenage pregnancy, (3) attitudes and concerns, and (4) learning preferences. Questions combined close-ended items for quantitative analysis with open-ended prompts for qualitative insights. The survey was distributed both digitally and in person to ensure accessibility for participants with limited internet access. It was written in English, using straightforward and simple language.

To capture learning preferences, youth were asked to choose among different formats. The section also gauged their openness to peer-led education, an approach effective in youth engagement but requiring cultural and contextual alignment. An optional field invited youth to participate in a future training seminar, linking community mobilization directly to data collection.

Beyond the youth questionnaire, two additional semi-structured interview guides were developed to capture broader perspectives on program implementation within the barangay. The first guide was designed for SK officials and community leaders. It aimed to gather insights on the status of existing youth programs, the challenges they encounter in implementation—what works and what did not work—and their observations on pressing issues such as teenage pregnancy. This tool also explored opportunities for collaboration, resource sharing, and leadership roles in sustaining youth-focused initiatives.

The second guide was intended for barangay health workers. Their perspectives are vital for understanding healthcare accessibility among adolescents, the availability and quality of SRH services, and prevailing health trends within the community. This instrument also sought to identify gaps in service delivery and opportunities to strengthen partnerships between stakeholders and youth leaders.

The week concluded with the distribution of printed copies of the survey instruments to SK officials, a designated community leader, and a barangay health workers. Surveys were shared through Facebook Messenger and in-person invitations facilitated by SK volunteers, ensuring broad reach and inclusivity within the barangay.