Project SAILS and the Mastery Level of Grade 12 GAS B Studentsin Housekeeping Manipulative Skills

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

In today's competitive world, job search is a challenging task and the Department of Education is revitalizing its resources to lead the young minds and to prepare them skillfully in every field. The result of this study will serve as frame of reference for school and administration and students to be more equipped with knowledge and skills and to be productive individuals. The study was conducted to determine the mastery level of Grade 12 GAS B students on manipulative skills in housekeeping through Project SAILS (Strategic Approach in Improving Livelihood Skills)

METHODS

Quantitative method was used in the study. Common core of demonstration, tutorial studies and a one-on-one attention were given to 36 students of Grade 12 GAS B to develop the mastery level and increase their manipulative skills in housekeeping. The approach used during the regular schedule of the students was not enough, thus, the researcher employed Project SAILS by making use of the vacant time of both the teacher and the students. Results of demonstrations were interpreted, analyzed and discussed in the results and findings of the study.

RESULTS

After the implementation of the intervention to 36 Grade 12 GAS B students of Florita Herrera Irizari national High School, from an overall mean percentage score of 60%, it rose to 80%. With such difference. This also goes with the improvement of student's confidence in one's PECs (Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies).

DISCUSSIONS

This intervention encouraged to promote the importance of competence of GAS (General Academic Strand) students which can be used to enhance the personal entrepreneurial competencies and skills that could lead to becoming a productive individual. Furthermore, studies should be conducted focusing on manipulative skills of Grade 12 students in Hilot-wellness massage which could amplify the livelihood skills of students.