SPUP International Interdisciplinary Research Conference Journal

Filipino Nurses’ Caring Responses to Transcultural Encounters: A Case in Point for Hospital Administration

2021-03-02T08:42:57+00:00

This study aimed to determine the transcultural encounters and responses of the nurses in the selected tertiary hospitals in Iloilo City. It adapted the data gathering tool of Cang-Wong Murphy and Adelman which was developed in 2009. Another data gathering method employed was the focus group discussion (FGD). The researcher conducted the FGD in every hospital in separate schedules depending upon the availability of the informants. Grounded theory method was employed. It has been evident that Ilonggo nurses are not indifferent to this phenomenon, finding it beneficial to practice the emergent “Makibagay Theory”- a culture engrained to any Ilonggo. This encompasses the value system such as compassion, respect and empathy. Thus, affirming the global image known as the Tender Loving Care of the Filipino nurse which reflects the Ilonggo nurse as highly value-oriented.

Flood Preparation and Mitigation of Local Government Units of Cagayan

2021-03-02T09:48:25+00:00

This study assessed the flood preparedness and mitigation activities of six disasters prone Local Government Units (LGUs) in Cagayan with the end in view of formulating policies to address the problems and needs of these LGUs on flood preparedness and mitigation. The LGUs include Alcala, Amulung, Enrile, Iguig, Solana, and the City of Tuguegarao. Descriptive survey method was employed since the study attempted to determine the status of the disaster programs and activities, best practices, and problems encountered by the LGUs in the implementation of disaster plans. The respondents included the flood-affected community residents, Barangay Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council (BDRRMC) members, the MDRRMC officials and Flood Preparedness and Mitigation implementers. All the six LGUs have disaster risk reduction and management plans but do not have a separate flood preparedness and mitigation plans. Their disaster plans include contingency plans for flooding, erosion, and landslide. There was no separate budget allocated for floods. The majority of the LGUs assessed their budget, equipment, and manpower as inadequate and their flood preparedness as very much prepared. The respondents also positively rated the extent of implementation of their various flood preparation and mitigation activities. Their most pervasive problem include limited financial resources and the refusal of flood victims to be evacuated to safe places. The LGUs find their strong networking and linkages and quick coordination among civic organizations, government, and non-government agencies as one of their best practices. Other practices also include adequate sets of training on Disaster Preparedness and Rescue Operations, provision of soft loan for livelihood programs to affected families and presence of early warning system.

Effectiveness of Concrete-Language-Symbol Model in Teaching Probability and Statistics among Second Year College Students of St. Paul University Philippines

2021-03-02T09:43:28+00:00

This empirical study investigated the effectiveness of the Concrete-Language-Symbol (CLS) model in the Teaching of Probability and Statistics among second-year college students of the School of Information Technology and Engineering. The total enumeration was employed in the selection of the students enrolled in Probability & Statistics, as subjects of the study. The researcher made use of the quasi-experimental method. Activity sheets on selected topics along Probability and Statistics were prepared and used for the experimental group. A pre-post test was administered to both control and experimental groups based on the topics covered during the midterm period, which was drawn from the researcher’s bank and subjected to test item analysis. The results of the pre-post test were treated using the t-test for independent means and paired samples to determine the significant difference in the posttest mean performance scores of both groups. The findings of the study revealed that there is a significant difference in the performance of the two groups. Students’ exposed to the Concrete-Language-Symbol model performed better than those exposed to the lecture-discussion method. From the preceding findings, the researcher concluded that through CLS model, Mathematics learning is facilitated as the students are exposed to learning situations that are concrete and realistic, thus making learning more meaningful, interesting and engaging.

SPUP Community Extension Services: Degree of Impact and Needs Satisfaction Assessment

2021-03-02T09:22:17+00:00

St. Paul University Philippines-Community Extension Services (SPUP-CES) has already established a community development program that coordinates all extension and outreach activities and ensures the proper and efficient implementation of programs in partner barangays. Since its inception, it has actively assisted thirty-seven (37) barangays in Cagayan Province. Previous research entitled “Impact of SPUP-CES on the Living Conditions of Some Selected Adopted Communities” was initially conducted. The present study; “SPUP-CES: Degree of Impact and Needs Satisfaction Assessment” seeks to determine the extent of impact and needs satisfaction on the lives of the beneficiaries specifically on the five training programs, namely: Personal Values and Spiritual Formation; Economic Development; Political Development; Socio-Cultural Development and Ecological Development. The instrument used in the conduct of the evaluation was a revised version of the tool used in the 2005 study. Part of the revision was the inclusion of activities and services corresponding to the five training programs for development. The tool was translated in the Ilocano dialect for better understanding and was floated in the eighteen (18) partner barangays. The result showed that the training programs and the accompanying activities and services had been rated “very good” in six barangays; “good” in ten other barangays, while “Needs Improvement” in Two. All of the five training programs namely 1) Personal Values and Spiritual Formation, 2) Economic Development 3) Political Development 4) Socio-cultural Development and 5) Ecological Development were described as “Very Good.” It is significant to note that the Economic Development Program had the least mean of 2.72. In general, SPUP-CES is rated “Very Good” in the degree of impact and needs satisfaction on the eighteen (18) barangays. Moreover, the training programs and all accompanying activities and services need continual improvement to bring about more empowered communities which are self-reliant, self-sustaining and self-governing.

Validation, Effectiveness and Acceptability of Worktext in Analytic Geometry

2021-03-02T09:17:37+00:00

The study used descriptive research design utilizing adapted questionnaire-checklist to determine the level of acceptability of the worktext; experimental research design to test the work text’s effectiveness with two groups of student respondents equated in terms of sex and final grade in College Algebra gathered through documentary analysis; and, Spearman rho, mean and t-test to statistically treat gathered data. Content-validated pretest/posttest underwent item analysis to determine difficulty and discrimination index; and, the test-retest method for its reliability index. The study found the pretest/posttest valid and reliable; there’s a significant difference on the performance level of respondents in all learning areas as revealed by their pretest and posttest mean; no significant difference on their performance level as revealed by their posttest mean; in the seven learning areas of the work text, it is more effective in three areas; equally effective in one area as revealed by the mean increments; and, the work text as an instructional material of exemplary acceptability.

Tubers: Eco-Friendly Battery

2021-03-02T09:11:55+00:00

The research aimed to determine alternative sources of an eco-friendly battery out of tuber crops that can supply electrical energy. This was conducted as a response to the thrusts of the University on environmental stewardship and served as an initiative to help alleviate economic crises in general. More specifically, the limited importation of commercialized batteries calls for the utilization of locally available raw materials as possible substitutes. The use of the tuber crops as sources of electrolyte to power-up an eco-friendly battery is very important due to increasing demand for battery. The presence of alternatives found in natural resources is needed to reduce or eliminate the use of synthetic electrolytes found in commercialized batteries such as titanium, lithium, and nickel-cadmium. These electrolytes are considered heavy metals that are toxic and can pose environmental concerns. The tuber crops consist of cassava or kamoteng kahoy (Manihot exculenta Crantz), sweet potato or camote (Ipomoea batatas L.), taro or gabi (Colocasia esculenta), ginger or luya and potato or patatas (Solanum tuberosum L.). These tuber crops are good sources of electrolytes. However, they will produce only small amount of energy. It cannot support any electrical device that requires a high amount of electrical consumption because it only generates a small amount of voltage. Their life span also depends on their freshness or how long they have been harvested. The power efficiency output of the tuber crops could be affected by several factors like size and the form when it was tested such as its juice and in osteorized form and the electrical device rate of power consumption. Tuber crops are only designed for small energy consuming devices. Hence, this study aimed at developing alternative sources of electrolyte found in tuber crops that would aid in the generation of electrical energy to power-up an eco-friendly battery.

Teacher’s Competency in Technology Integration in Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Program at the University of Santo Tomas (UST)

2021-03-02T08:58:26+00:00

The University of Santo Tomas Alfredo M. Velayo College of Accountancy is the business school specialized in Accountancy and Management Accounting. The accountancy program was started in 1993 and a consistent top performing accountancy school in the Philippine Certified Public Accountants (CPA) licensure examinations. This research was conducted to evaluate the level of Information Technology Integration in the Bachelor of Science in Accountancy program specifically on the following aspects: basic computer operations skills, computer usage, motivation, confidence, goals and ethical use. Descriptive research was used as the research methodology and convenience sampling applied in the data gathering. The findings have implications for the maintenance and improvement of the program.

Student Services Program of the Isabela State University

2021-03-02T08:55:50+00:00

The research found out that the students availed of the following Student Services program: the library services, guidance services, food services, medical and dental services, scholarship services, student organization services, admission and testing services, socio-cultural services, registration services, recreation, sports and welfare services, safety and security services, information services, and student publication services. Students often availed of the said Student Services Program. They evaluated the Students Services programs as efficient. Hence, the more frequent is the availment of the services program, the more the student services become efficient. The study deems it is necessary to recommend that the administration should offer more scholarship and assistantship programs from private benefactors, political parties, or private benevolent individual The OSS should become more efficient by improving its services. If budget warrants, the Campus Administration should offer Housing Services and cater to those students and faculty members who resides outside Cauayan.

PhilHealth – Accredited Primary Birthing Facilities in a Southern Philippine Region: Post Accreditation Status

2021-03-02T09:52:24+00:00

Forty primary birthing facilities in Northern Mindanao (Region X) that are accredited by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation are reviewed in this study to determine their post accreditation status. Birthing facility health workers and/or owners were interviewed to obtain profiles and feedbacks on the birthing facilities. Standard instruments of two government agencies and a checklist were the main instruments used for this study, which gathered data through survey interviews with owners or key persons of each birthing facility. Results noted an imbalance of the number of birthing facilities in each province of the region. Many lapses and inadequacies were observed in the birthing facilities in terms of their services, personnel, infrastructure, equipment, and supplies. Birthing facilities were viewed playing an important role, particularly in far-flung municipalities where access to hospitals is difficult thus serving as alternatives to a hospital or home deliveries. Attempt ed to examine the relationship between income class of municipalities and cities on one hand and status of birthing facilities, on the other hand, reveals the income class of the locale of the birthing facilities matters. The income class of the locale is positively associated with a better status of said facilities which is true in most instances in clinical and ancillary services, programs available for clients, infrastructure, physical plant, other physical facilities, environment and logistics, means of transport for the conduct of patients, equipment and materials, etc. Despite positive feedback, the main recommendation of this research is to continuously monitor each birthing facility to ensure that what is required to provide quality care and service to the pregnant mothers and children is not only for accreditation purpose; instead, the provision of the highest quality of care to the patients specifically mothers and children must always be the thrust of each birthing facility.

Online Course Management System: Tool For Improving Classroom Performance in General Psychology

2021-03-02T08:50:07+00:00

The study aimed to design, implement, and evaluate a MOODLE supported teaching environment for General Psychology. Four classes were matched based on the result of a diagnostic test. Two classes were assigned to a MOODLE environment teaching on selected topics for the duration of a semester while the other two went to the classroom environment group without access to resources in MOODLE. Both groups yielded very significant difference between their pretest and posttest scores. In the MOODLE environment group, a mean difference of 3 points was consistent across three grading periods. In the classroom environment group, the lowest mean difference was 1 point while the highest was 4 points. Comparing the posttest scores of the MOODLE and the classroom groups, a significant difference was noted in the last grading period with the MOODLE group scoring 2 points higher. These indicate that the interaction between teacher and other learners that take place in the classroom resulted to a greater improve ment in classroom performance. However, efficacy and confidence in using the computer to access resources in MOODLE give students better chance in improving classroom performance.

Structural – Functionalist Analysis of Organizational Culture: Inputs to Culture Building Model in a Manufacturing Organization

2021-03-02T04:19:31+00:00

This study focused on the identification of correlates of corporate culture, concept of a learning organization, leadership skill, and corporate culture of TMZ Semiconductor, Ltd. The study used the descriptive-explanatory research design and triangulation technique (quantitative and qualitative data) for data analysis. The company is employing a hierarchical culture, which emphasizes standardization, control and a well-defined structure of authority and decision-making. Adaptability as the type of leadership skill in the organization recognizes their attention on the continuing need to tweak the operations in view of the highly-competitive global market for their products. Three factors were identified as the three correlates of corporate culture: (1) people orientation; (2) detail orientation; and (3) outcome orientation. The hierarchy-oriented type of corporate culture of this manufacturing industry enabled the company to secure a competitive advantage in coping with the changing circumstances of the international market for their products and services. Moreover, the introduction of leadership skill as test factor to elaborate the bivariate relationship between the correlates of corporate culture and corporate culture is done statistically using the zero-order correlation. Thus, leadership skill is an intervening variable. A culture- building model for a manufacturing organization is hereby proposed as a template for an effective and sustainable business operation. The model focuses on the paradoxes that every manufacturing company is constantly seeking to balance.

Enrolment Management System

2021-03-02T08:34:25+00:00

An Enrolment Management System enhances the process of enrolment transaction during enrolment period. It was formulated with specific objectives: to determine the effectiveness of the existing and developed enrolment management system as perceived by the respondents along the following quality characteristics of software: functionality, reliability, usability, efficiency, maintainability, and portability; to determine the performance of the existing and developed EMS during enrolment and evaluation process; to determine what features to propose to enhance the effectiveness and performance of the EMS to be developed; to determine if there is a significant difference between the effectiveness of the existing and developed EMS during the enrolment and evaluation process. The Descriptive and Developmental Method of research was used. The respondents were the personnel who have direct stake in the enrolment process. The data used in this study in this study was gathered through the use of interviews, observations and questionnaires. Through the use of percentage formula as the statistical tool, the results were interpreted and analyzed, and the researcher found out that there were various factors that must be considered in developing the system. The result of the study will serve as an advantage to the person-in-charge of the enrolment process. It would provide accurate enrolment results and rapid enrolment transactions during enrolment period. To this end, it is recommended that a comprehensive development program and sound strategies be implemented in order to manage the complexity of the system and to enhance its efficiency and effectiveness. As an improved system design, it will present a user friendly interface. The Enrolment Management System will be made to enhance and speed up the different enrolment transactions and processes.

Motional Intelligence and Teaching Efficacy: The Case of Isabela State University Mathematics Pre-Service Teachers

2021-03-02T08:30:45+00:00

Evidences have shown that emotional intelligence is associated with job performance. However, emotional intelligence has not been proven to be a factor for good teaching performance. In view of this, the author correlated the emotional intelligence and teaching efficacy of mathematics pre-service teachers of Isabela State University. Forty (40) mathematics pre-service teachers from the six campuses of Isabela State University, School Year 2010-2011 were considered as subjects of the study. The emotional intelligence of the mathematics pre- service teachers was measured through the use of the EQ MapTM while their teaching efficacy was assessed through the use of the NCBTS-based rating scale to determine efficacy of pre- service teachers. The author concludes that a negative correlation exists between resilience and the domains teachers’ personality and lesson planning, and between intuition and teachers’ personality; and a positive correlation was observed between interpersonal connection and the domains content, teaching methods, classroom management and questioning skills, and between trust radius and questioning skills. Therefore, the universities should provide Mathematics pre- service teachers with programs and activities such as training courses, seminars, workshops, and conferences that would help the student teachers overcome their resilience and strengthen their interpersonal connection.

Emerging Paulinian Values from Research Experiences of Undergraduate Nursing Students

2021-03-02T08:21:56+00:00

This study also aimed to propose an action plan to improve the CNAHS students’ research experiences. The study utilized a convergence mixed method, action research design. The participants of the study are the 31 student research groups. The instrument used was an online form inquiring about their weekly research-related experiences, and the specific Paulinian values that were realized from those experiences. It used frequency and percentage for quantitative analysis and narrative analysis for the qualitative data. Findings reveal that the Paulinian core value that emerged with the highest frequency from the BSN4 students’ experiences is community (f=256), which is realized during communication and interaction with the stakeholders of research. It is seconded by commitment to mission (f=154), which is recognized when they fulfill both research and academic responsibilities. The core value of charism (f=130) is felt when they face challenges in research while using their unique gifts and aspire to create quality output. Charity (f=82) is manifested when they accept changes and ideas for their research. Finally, from the experiences of praying to God to seek guidance for research emerged the value of Christ-centeredness (f=57).

Diversity, Phytochemical Screening and Utilization of Macroalgae

2021-03-02T07:51:56+00:00

This study aimed to determine the diversity, utilization and phytochemical composition of macroalgae in the coastal towns of Cagayan. The macroalgae that were used in this study were collected from the intertidal zones of Sta.Praxedes, Claveria, Gonzaga and Sta. Ana Cagayan during a low tide using a transect line. The species covered by the 100 cm x 100 cm quadrant used were counted (Quadrat method). The researcher initially identified the macroalgae species using the book of Dr. Gavino C. Trono Jr. (2004) and was then brought to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Regional Office, Tuguegarao City for further verification and validation. The macroalgae extracts were subjected to phytochemical screening to determine the different secondary metabolites present. Findings of the study revealed that there were forty eight (48) prevalent species of macroalgae found in the coastal towns of Cagayan for the months of October, November and December. The macroalgae was dominated by Rhodophyceae. Thirteen (13) species belongs to Chlorophyceae, eleven (11) species belongs to Phaeophyceae, and twenty four (24) species classified under Rhodophyceae. The qualitative analysis of the secondary metabolites present in the forty eight (48) macroalgae species through phytochemical screening revealed that the macroalgae species contain various amount of valuable phytochemicals. It was further found out that only Ulva lactuca and Chlorodesmis fastiaga contain all the six secondary metabolites tested. The most diverse coastal town in terms of the number of macroalgae species found was Sta. Ana with twenty six (26) species of macroalgae, followed by Gonzaga with twenty five (25) species of macroalgae, then Claveria with twenty two (22) species of macroalgae and the least with fifteen (15) species of macroalgae was Sta. Praxedes. The coastal town with the most abundant macroalgae species in terms of frequency and relative frequency was Sta. Ana, followed by Gonzaga, then Claveria and lastly Sta. Praxedes. Macroalgae growth is abundant in the month of November as compared to the months of October and December. The utilization of macroalgae by the local communities is based primarily on their economic uses as human food, herbal medicine and as items of trade, or as a source of livelihood.

Development and Evaluation of Computer Aided Testing and Information (CATI) for the Guidance Office at the Isabela State University, Cabagan, Isabela

2021-03-02T07:07:39+00:00

The study aimed to develop and evaluate a Computer Aided Testing and Information (CATI) for the Guidance Office at Isabela State University, Cabagan, Isabela. The development phase of this study included the design of the CATI, used the Waterfall Model, together with Unified Modeling Language. The system made used a Client-Server configuration that allows any connected client to the functions possible from the server interface. The systems administrator can just “watch” what is happening at the server from their connected computers. On the other hand, the evaluation phase utilized two methods: technical evaluation with system testing and humanistic evaluation with acceptability of the system. The data gathered was classified according to the respondents to determine if there is a significant difference between their perceptions towards the CATI system. The study revealed that across all features, the CATI system was consistently adjudged by the students and IT experts as “highly acceptable” in terms of accuracy, efficiency, reliability and security features. The study revealed that evaluations based on requirements are effective as most software organizations used in system testing regardless of their sizes and levels. This information confirmed the need to automate the process used to administer, check and score the university entrance examination as well as keeping the students record thus, the study contributes to the body of literatures on the effectiveness of the use of computerized assessment in higher education.

Designing Questionnaire for the Information Required by a Study

2021-03-02T06:58:53+00:00

In this paper, the writer shares his experience and knowledge gained from the experience of preparing for data collection for a master’s thesis in Sociology at Xavier University. Discussion includes the following: how the student arrived at the decision to construct his own questionnaire as the main instrument of data gathering;; how the questionnaire was planned, designed, and organized; the order with which these questions appeared in the questionnaire; how each question was worded, formulated and/or discriminated, etc. This paper also highlights the challenges of research instrument design even under the mentorship of a highly esteemed scholar like the world renowned late Francis C. Madigan, S. J. Despite the challenges in the task of design and construction, the process is a necessary and worthwhile experience.

Code-Switching: A Catalyst of Change in Teaching College Algebra

2021-03-02T04:59:32+00:00

As of today, many Filipinos experience not only an aversion but also a phobia from mathematics. Moreover, assessments done on the impact of reforms on the achieved curriculum showed little improvement (Nebres, 2006). Hence, it is assumed that the missing link might be the insufficient attention to the implemented curriculum and not in specialized pilot programs. In view of the fact that understanding the mathematical concepts entails understanding the language of instruction, the author believes that code-switching is an effective approach in improving the mathematics achievement of students. The author employed Pre-test-Post-test Control Group Design, using Matched Group Subject which involved first year BSBA students of Isabela State University – Cauayan Campus. Moreover, this study utilized paired-samples t-test to compare the pre-test and post-test scores of the two groups; independent samples t-test to compare the gain scores of the two groups; and ANCOVA to compare the mathematics achievement scores of the two groups, while controlling for their quantitative quotient. The students who were exposed using code-switching manifested higher post-test scores and gain scores than students who were taught using English as the medium. Thus, code-switching is an effective way to improve the performance of the Filipino students in College Algebra.

Building the “Spirituality Of Excellence” of SPU Manila Faculty: Response to New Evangelization

2021-03-02T04:43:39+00:00

For two consecutive schools years (2009-2011), SPU Manila excellent faculty were rated with a common characteristic—“approachable.” This action research concretizes their journey as it uncovers the word “approachable” as the key to build the spirituality of excellence by reference to Scripture. Sixteen faculty members, across Colleges, participated, i.e., those with summer loads of 2013. The seven “I am” sayings in John’s gospel were chosen as these uniquely declare Jesus’ divinity with rich symbolism. The chosen bible passages: “I am the bread of life” (6:35) and its indicative text “I will not reject anyone who comes to me . . .” (6:37) offered three insights subsumed in the titles: God’s Word, Christian hope, and Nurturing Vocation. The concurring teacher-behaviors are: (“God’s Word”) they do not pre-judge students; they facilitate and guide; (“Christian hope”) they encourage students to speak; they show conviction in students’ decisions; and (“Nurturing Vocation”) they stop anything when a student approaches; they answer questions to the best of their ability. The suggested deepening activities are: (“God’s Word”), more group discussions be held on teachers’ and students’ growth issues; (“Christian hope”), the strict implementation of school rules should be considered, being “approachable” is not a license to unrestrained freedom; and (“Nurturing Vocation”), a prayerful relationship with God must be maintained. The recommendations are: that the Campus Ministry consider four biblical stories/images—Bethlehem, “true vine”, the multiplication of the loaves and the wedding at Cana as topics in Faculty formation; that the titles be incorporated in a “Faculty Credo of Excellence”; that the Academic and Student Services units organize group discussions; and that the faculty develop the devotion to the daily Noon Mass.