Moderators: Dr. Arthur S. Abulencia & Dr. Maria Arsenia C. Gomez

Technical Support: Khent Rolance T. Tamayo

Documenter: Edgar Paul B. Arrogante

1A-1 ACT MODEL IN DESIGNING BRAIN-BASED LESSON PLANS IN SOCIAL STUDIES

Author/s: John Albert R. Dela Rosa

Abstract

The main purpose of this study is to develop a model in designing brain-based lesson plan in Social Studies. The study employed developmental research design and utilized variety of approaches and methods from both quantitative and qualitative research. Descriptive statistics such as mean and percentage were used to analyze the quantitative data while the coding method was used in analyzing qualitative data. Comparing and relating the results of the data gathered in this study resulted to the development of the ACT Model which stands for its three learning blocks namely Activation, Connection, and Transfer. Each learning block has a purpose, steps, and target emotion/s to be triggered among students. Also, part of this model is its five preliminary steps that are expected to be accomplished by the teachers in developing brain-based lesson plan. It was concluded that there are specific learning strategies appropriate in achieving the desired learning purposes of Social Studies. Additionally, learning and emotion are intertwined and equally important for students’ to profit from the Social Studies lesson. It was also concluded that in developing brain-based lesson plan in Social Studies, it should start by activating students’ brains by engaging them in enjoyable and interesting learning activities. Followed by concretizing Social Studies abstract concepts by connecting and relating students’ life experiences to the lesson. Lastly, for the students to see its relevance, the Social Studies lesson should end by transferring the students’ learning more realistically into their lives by practicing and internalizing the lesson.

1A-2 HEGELIAN DIALECTIC AND THE HISTORICAL DISTORTION OF THE MARTIAL LAW ERA: AN ANALYSIS ON THE LEVEL OF AWARENESS OF YOUTH ON PUBLIC DISCOURSE OF THE MARTIAL LAW ERA (1972-1986)

Author/s: Juniesy M. Estanislao

Abstract

One of the challenges that academics and teachers of Philippine history face is the gradual increase of acquiring alternative facts regarding Marcos' regime and Martial Law as a historical event. The purpose of this study was to analyze the integration of Hegelian dialectic as a philosophy of history and the historical distortion in the Philippines related to the Marcoses and the Martial Law era. It sought to answer the following questions: 1.) How does the Hegelian dialectic be applied in Filipinos' current struggle against historical distortion on Marcos' regime and the Martial Law era? 2.) How does the public receive and absorb historical facts regarding the Martial Law era? 3.) What are the possible effects of the prominence of alternative historical facts regarding the Martial Law era? This study used deductive thematic analysis as a method of research. The review of related literature consists of the following themes: 1.) the application of Hegelian dialectic in history, 2.) the steps undertaken by educational institutions in teaching Martial Law era, 3.) on refabricating Marcos' legacy, and; 4.) the level of awareness of the youth regarding Martial Law and the Marcos' regime.and predetermined themes were established with the use of appropriate thematic analysis in terms of coding raw data. Thus, the result shows that there is a direct relationship between the level of awareness of youth, the continuous process of distortion of historical narratives, and the response of institutions in combating this phenomenon. Hence, the recommendations provided in the study will be subjected to the strengthening of teaching history, better policy making with multiple institutions such as the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, the Department of Education, Commission on Higher Education, and others, and the importance of reconsidering the current structure of the K-12 curriculum, the Social Studies area in particular to be able to craft better and sustainable curriculum that will fight against disinformation, distortion, and more effective ways of teaching Martial Law in the Philippines.

1A-3 THE POWER OF CHOOSING REMOTE LEARNING MODALITIES AMONG GRADE SEVEN SOCIAL STUDIES STUDENTS

Author/s: Marc Lorence N. Bisda, Mariella S. Cayago, Renz Ryan F. Faminial, Rowena R. Hibanada, Aliel Kyla P. Lana, Jhan Elaine D. Sabas, Kristelle B. Tamboong, Nerissa S. Tantengco & Feliece I. Yeban

Abstract

As the COVID-19 struck the Philippines, educational institutions were among the severely affected sectors in the society. This led the Department of Education to adapt the Learning continuity plan to continue learning despite the ongoing pandemic. This study investigated the experiences of the grade 7 Araling Panlipunan (Social Studies) - Asian Studies teacher, students, and parents during the Implementation of the Distance Learning Modality in the School year 2020-2021 in a secondary school in Metro Manila. As a result, the study discovered that the teacher participant currently handles both modular and online distance learning which generates distinct experiences. This also generated challenges such as lack of rapport with the students and their parents. On the other hand, challenges that include access to gadgets and stable internet, and difficulty in coping with the schedule made the learner participant transfer from ODL to the MDL. However, the learner participant still utilizes online learning materials as one of the strategies to cope with the inadequacy and difficulty of the self- learning modules (SLM). Moreover, parents play a significant role as they are the provider of the students’ needs and they serve as a para-teacher in the absence of the teacher`s guide. The teacher, students, parents and other stakeholders should build a strong communication channel to respond to their needs, to deliver meaningful and effective learning during the implementation of distance learning.

1A-4 SELF AGENCY AS STRATEGY IN EMERGENCY REMOTE LEARNING AMONG FILIPINO GRADE 10 SOCIAL STUDIES STUDENTS

Author/s: Paul Andrei C. Apo, James Fhonzy Angelo S. Fontillo, Golden Grace R. Gammaru, Audrey S. Mana-ay, Kathrin Anne N. Nadua, John Cris C. Tababa, Ma. Theresa Ignacio, Portia Roxas-Soriano, and Felicia I. Yeban

Abstract

This exploratory- descriptive study sought to explore the experiences of Filipino Grade 10 Students in Emergency Remote Learning (ERL) in their Social Studies class. The participants in this study were twenty-five (25) Grade 10 Students who were enrolled for the academic year A.Y. 2020-2021 from a selected public junior high school in the National Capital Region, Philippines. Data were collected through interviews. Using Gidden’s (1984) structuration theory which asserts that people who engage in activities which he calls “practice” create and reinforce both agency and structure, the researchers argue that the sudden shift of classes to ERL due to the Covid 19 pandemic showed how self-agency produces an ERL design specific to the context and needs of the class. Results of the study have also made explicit a cultural practice termed “diskarte” among Filipinos. This refers to their ability to strategize and win against a difficult or even near-impossible situation, which is closely related to the Filipino value of resiliency. With the sudden shift to Emergency Remote Learning finding the educational systems across the world unprepared, this study showed that successful accommodation may be achieved through a heightened sense of agency and a structure that is not rigid but allows for a contextualized learning context.

Moderators: Dr. Ma. Elvira A. Asuan & Prof. Elanor O. Bayten

Technical Support: Danica Dimple T. Lazaro

Documenter: Angelica F. Bardaje

1B-1 STUDENTS' LEARNING EXPERIENCES IN EDUKASYON SA PAGPAPAKATAO ONLINE DISTANCE LEARNING

Author/s: Claire Antonette D. Acedera, Jonah Micah A. Castillo, Christopher Lloyd Ramin & May M. Salvador

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought sudden challenges that affected and continue to affect different sectors including education. There has been a need to approach education in the light of the emerging experiences, challenges, and opportunities in the new normal. Thus, the Department of Education designed and implemented a framework responsive to the new normal in education called the Basic Education Learning Continuity Plan (BE-LCP), considering blended and distance learning modalities as new methods of transmitting learning to ensure continuity of learning. It is in this context that the present study is anchored. Hence, the purpose of this qualitative study is to describe the students’ learning experiences in Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao (EsP) Online Distance Learning (ODL). A thematic analysis of 13 semi-structured interviews with Junior High School students of Jose Abad Santos High School was conducted to provide a comprehensive summary of the participants’ experiences. As a result, this research revealed six major themes about the students’ learning experiences in EsP ODL namely: (1) difficult, (2) demanding, (3) favorable, (4) paglalapat, (5) challenging, and (6) opportunities. Conclusions from this study showed that participants experienced several challenges in the new normal of education; nonetheless, the participants enumerated more opportunities than the challenges they have encountered in Online Distance Learning. Moreover, this study presents various indicators of students’ learning that led to a conclusion that there were signs of learning continuity even in the new normal.

1B-2 SOCIAL MEDIA APPLICATION AS A TOOL FOR VALUES INTEGRATION IN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SUBJECT

Author/s: Jamaica P. De Los Santos, Kim Ciara V. Lee, Charles Anthony U. Lorenzo & Maria Cristina B. Macailao

Abstract

Social media applications play a significant role in integrating values needed in the teaching-learning process most especially in this time of the pandemic. This study utilized descriptive survey research to determine what social media applications are used as a modality in integrating values in the Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person. The study also aims to find out the reasons behind using social media applications, and also its effectiveness in integrating these social media applications into the Philosophy subject. The results showed that most of the social media applications used are Social Networking Sites including Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Google Meet, Zoom Application, Microsoft Teams, and Discord. They also use Content Communities like YouTube and Internet Forums, Blogs, and Microblogs that include WordPress to integrate values in their specific topics. The study also revealed the reasons for teachers in choosing the social media applications to Philosophy subject: convenience and accessibility as it follows the pandemic protocol, as teaching and learning platforms that give better learning opportunities for both teachers and students in the new normal. Hence, given the different functions of these social media platforms, teachers prefer to use social media applications in integrating values specifically through the student's application, submitted outputs, and active class participation.

1B-3 VALUES EDUCATION: A TOOL OF SOCIAL CHANGE AND A PRACTICE FOR ACTIVE CITIZENSHIP

Author/s: Ruth Claire G. Bustos & Romel P. Misa

Abstract

To date, there is a dearth of research exploring values education as a tool for social change and a practice for active citizenship in the Philippines in which children are supported to apply and take moral responsibility for their own actions and opinions. In the literature, the conceptualization of values education, moral education and character education are used interchangeably. The process of integrating values education into the formal education programs has not been thoroughly explored, especially in the K to 12 curriculum that has been implemented in the Philippines since the year 2013. In this context, educational institutions play a key role in values formation for the development of the human person committed to build a humane society and a democratic nation. This study used qualitative content analysis by revisiting the K to 12 values education curriculum and analyzing how the current values education curriculum used as a tool for social change. By understanding the need for values education, this paper discusses the role of values education, its goals, objectives, and how it promotes active citizenship among the learners.

1B-4 PERCEIVED EFFECTS OF ESP MODULAR DISTANCE LEARNING ON PERFORMANCE TASKS OF JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Author/s: Jacqueline L. Dalmacio, Jelly Ann P. Poldo, Ma. Eunice S. Ruda & Maria Fe O. Sale

Abstract

This study aims to determine the perceived effects of EsP Modular Distance Learning (MDL) on the performance tasks of Junior High school students through an explanatory sequential mixed method design. The researchers provided recommendations for the future development of EsP SLMs and the implementation of pedagogical practices and assessment methods in the continuation of EsP MDL to improve the quality of the students’ performance tasks. The participants of this study were Junior High school students of Alcantara National Highschool. There were a total of 50 participants who were gathered through simple random sampling. In the first phase of this study, the quantitative data were collected using a survey and the data were subjected to descriptive statistical analysis. The correlation of variables was measured through Spearman rank-order correlation. This phase aimed to collect initial results on the perceived effects of EsP MDL on students’ performance tasks. Sequentially, in the second phase of this study, the qualitative data were collected using individual interviews and the data were subjected to a thematic analysis. This phase aimed to explain the initial results in more depth. The results showed that the students have both positive and negative perceptions towards EsP MDL in terms of content, pedagogy, and assessment. However, the computation of the Spearman rank correlation coefficient indicates that there was no significant relationship between the content, pedagogy, and assessment of EsP MDL and the students’ performance tasks. On the contrary, the thematic analysis reveals that the EsP MDL in terms of content, pedagogy, and assessment has both beneficial and challenging effects on students’ performance tasks. Therefore, the study concluded that the content, pedagogy, and assessment of EsP MDL should be evaluated and refined to improve the quality of the students’ performance tasks. In addition, the module developers and EsP teachers have significant roles for the successful implementation of EsP MDL.

Moderators: Prof. Nonita C. Marte and Prof. John Carlo M. Ramos

Technical Support: Angeline E. Belarmino

Documenter: Kurt Willie Janaban

1C-1 DESKRIPTIBONG PAGSUSURI NG PAGGAMIT NG APLIKASYONG GENYO SA MAKABAGONG PAMAMARAAN NG PAGTUTURO NG MGA GURO SA PAGKATUTO NG MGA MAG-AARAL SA PILIPINAS

Author/s: Dexter B. Raymundo & Bryan Elijah D. Trajano

Abstract

Isang deskriptibong pag-aaral na naglalahad ng mga kaparaanan at nalalaman sa paggamit ng Learning Management System(LMS) na Genyo e-Learning sa mga guro sa paaralan. Ginamitan ng pakikipagkwentuhan na pananaliksik na ito ni De Vera sa paghahagilap ng datos sa larangan, at sinuri ang mga sagot sa kwalitatibong pamamaraan. Nagsagawa ng panayam sa dalawang guro(isang guro mula sa Junior High School at isang guro sa Senior High School) na gumagamit ng Genyo sa pagtuturo. Dahil dito ay malalaman natin kung ano ang kanilang karanasan, nararamdaman, layunin at pagtingin sa aplikasyong genyo sa pagtuturo at sa pagpapaganda ng edukasyon ng mga paaralan sa Pilipinas. Sa pamamagitan nito, lubos na unawaan ang mithiin o layunin, damdamin, pagtingin at saloobin ng mga taong ito na gumagamit ng Aplikasyong Genyo.

1C-2 TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION: AN AVENUE FOR ACCELERATING HEALTH SERVICES IN RURAL AREA

Author/s: Michelle C. Tansinsin

Abstract

The purpose of this research study is to design and develop a Web-based Information Management System that will be useful and helpful to the Rural Health Unit of Bulakan, Bulacan by resolving their present difficulties. The researcher gathered and proposed some ideas that utilized the power of information technology to create a substantial and positive impact on improving the community's health conditions.

The study identified the following difficulties currently encountered by the RHU using manual transaction system: data integrity, saving and retrieving of medical records, lost productivity, out-of-date systems, inaccurate order list, records that can be accidentally lost or deleted, difficulties in scheduling, delayed and inaccurate medical reports and unreliable information/news.

The researcher integrated significant features into the system to resolve those difficulties such as record management, inventory management, schedule management, information dissemination, and report generation.

The Agile Development Methodology was used in the development of this project. Significant phases involved in this method such as requirement analysis, design, development, testing and feedback was strictly followed to ensure the success of system development. To test the acceptability of the system, a group of respondents was asked to do the evaluation using ISO 9126 Software Quality Standard. Positive results were obtained from the said evaluation.

1C-3 STUDENTS' ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT AND PRODUCTIVITY OF TEACHERS AND STUDENTS IN ONLINE DISTANCE LEARNING IN THE NEW NORMAL

Author/s: Jenifer A. Magsino, Mylene A. Calanza, Meryl D. Abanto, & Cherry Lyn P. Sanopo

Abstract

This study determined the level of manifestation of students' academic engagement and productivity of teachers and students in online distance learning as well as the relationship among them. The research used a descriptive-correlational design for this study. Mean, frequency and percentage distribution, standard deviation, and Spearman Rho correlation were used to interpret the data. It was found out that the level of manifestation of students' academic engagement in online distance learning is sometimes engaged; the level of manifestation of students' productivity in online distance learning is highly productive, and the level of manifestation of teachers' productivity in online distance learning is highly productive. The relationship between students' academic engagement and students' productivity resulted in a moderate positive correlation with its significant p-value. This implies that there is a significant relationship between the said variables and that students' academic engagement has a small to moderate effect on their productivity. On the other hand, the relationship between students' academic engagement and teachers' productivity resulted in no correlation with its not significant p-value. Moreover, the relationship between students' productivity and teachers' productivity also resulted in no correlation and its p-value resulted in not significant. Hence, these indicate that there is no significant relationship between the said variables and that students' academic engagement and students' productivity are not determining factors of teachers' productivity. The research concluded that there is a need to enhance the students' academic engagement and a need to maintain or improve the productivity of teachers and students. This could be done by improving the implementation of online distance learning, particularly on the integration of technology in learning and addressing the needs of both teachers and students in digital access. The research also recommended conducting further studies related to the variables due to the limited data collected in this study amid the pandemic.

Moderators: Dr. Minda C. Valencia & Prof. Maria Eljie M. Mabunga

Technical Support: Angelica B. Rillera

Documenter: Mariella S. Cayago

1D-1 IMPACT OF GLOBAL SHE-CESSION TO WOMEN ROLES IN THE FAMILY

Author/s: Ely Clint M. Lagrimas, Christine May Bagot, Adelyne M. Costelo-Abrea & Jovenal Dela Cruz

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic caused limitations in interaction and mobility, affecting people’s jobs and income sources; globally, this resulted in an economic recession. Unlike previous recessions, the present one puts heavier weight on women as they bear the brunt of significant job losses in industries they heavily populate and this is coined as “She-cession” phenomenon. Employing a descriptive phenomenological design, this study explores women's lived experiences in the context of She-cession and how this influenced their opportunities, challenges, and roles within the family. Data collection was done through semi-structured online and in-person interviews with six women whose work was affected by the pandemic either having no work at all, working from home or reduced work hours. The study's key findings revealed that working women from various fields had experienced a variety of work experiences and arrangements as COVID-19 arose, along with opportunities in their family's relationship, financial, and mental aspects, as well as challenges. Women had also expressed various coping mechanisms that helped them rise above all the challenges brought by the pandemic.

1D-2 GENDER SENSITIZATION IN ESP 8 MODULE USED DURING THE PANDEMIC: A CONTENT ANALYSIS

Author/s: Karen Ann M. Villaseñor, Mica Ella P. Bedonia & Mari Ella V. Liquigan

Abstract

Gender sensitization through education leads to bringing about sensitivity and inclusivity. Instructional materials such as self-learning modules play a vital role in educating the students and shape perceptions about gender and gender roles. The study analyzes the gender-sensitive content in DepEd Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao (EsP) 8 self-learning modules used during the pandemic and determines its implications. DepEd EsP 8 self-learning modules contain topics pertaining to sexuality and roles. The quantitative content analysis was the method used to examine the content of EsP 8 self-learning modules used during the pandemic. Gender analysis is the framework of the study using gender-sensitive indicators or categories namely visibility, domestic roles, community roles, and gender variance of characters in texts and illustrations. The findings in texts showed that female and male characters have equal visibility, and female characters are more represented in the categories of domestic roles and community roles. In terms of illustrations, one gender is more visible than another in each of the self-learning modules. Female characters are more represented in domestic roles and male characters are more represented in community roles. There was no recorded data on gender variance in both texts and illustrations. The findings imply that the conventional notion of the society about gender roles still manifests amidst the changes in male and female functions as well as the existence of gender variance. The study recommends eliminating gender biases to achieve gender sensitization in texts and illustrations present in the self-learning modules.

1D-3 TRANSGENDERISM IN TEACHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS: TEACHER EDUCATORS' ATTITUDES, COMFORTABILITY, AND CONFIDENCE

Author/s: Klient Kenneth B. Sumo, June R. Dumanhug & Jovenal V. Dela Cruz, Jr.

Abstract

Issues of discrimination hurled against transgender people continue to linger even in the advent of Gender and Development mainstreaming in education institutions and their curriculum as calls for and discussions on inclusivity have continued to increase. Teacher educators play an essential role in advancing the discussions on transgender inclusion. This study explores the levels of attitudes, comfortability, and confidence of teacher educators in dealing with transgenderism. This fills the gap in literature as this is one of the few studies that explores the attitudes, comfortability, and confidence of teacher educators in the Philippines. The study follows a descriptive-correlational research design and utilized the opportunity sampling technique. A survey instrument was employed to gather the data from the faculty of the four campuses of Philippine Normal University. Results revealed that the levels of attitudes, comfortability, and confidence of the teacher educators range from high to very high. Moreover, no statistically significant difference was found between the measures and the demographic profiles of the participants. These findings gave a positive light in the readiness of teacher educators to the possible transitions of teacher education institutions towards gender inclusivity especially with transgenders. It has been recommended that teacher education institutions initiate constructive programs on gender inclusivity to sustain the positive level of attitudes, comfortability, and confidence of teacher educators.

1D-4 STEM INTERESTS AND FUTURE CAREER PERSPECTIVES OF JUNIOR HGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: A GENDER STUDY

Author/s: Christopher H. Punzalan

Abstract

Career choice and subject interests coincide as two significant factors for students to become driven in pursuing their academic and professional pathways. Though, literature studies revealed gender disparities in selecting educational tracks among students especially in the field of STEM. Hence, this study intended to analyze the gender differences in STEM interests and future career perspectives (FCP); and the relationships of FCP constructs, and of personal value and enjoyment. The participants were 334 junior high school students in the Philippines with 212 girls and 122 boys using non-random sampling. This study adapted the validated survey instruments from pertinent literatures to examine the variables. Based on the findings, there were no significant differences between and within the students’ STEM interests and FCP in terms of gender. Both boys and girls have moderate interests in all STEM subjects except from trigonometry where boys have low interest. Additionally, there were weak positive correlations between and within the three FCP constructs. In contrast, a strong positive correlation was found between personal value and enjoyment. It is recommended that educational programs of schools should stimulate the STEM interests of junior high school students and improve their career guidance curricula.