International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education (IVCIRHE 2020) by International Association of Scholarly Publishers, Editors, Reviewers, Inc.

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05 Conference Programme 07 Paper Presentations 11 Awards 15 Plenary Speech 18 Keynote Speech 22 Synthesis of Abstracts 24 Abstracts

IVCIRHE 2020 â&#x20AC;˘ October 1-2, 2020

I take this platform with such a privilege and honor to welcome you to the 2020 International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education (IVCIRHE 2020) with a theme “Research for Collective Survival in the New Environment.” The call for synergistic collaboration intertwined with technology is timely, relevant, and needed to survive as we embrace new normal. The globe at this very moment has evolved into a village. If you are not in then, you live in a primitive world, thereby making you to be extraneous and to become extinct from the highly competitive world of academia. The higher education institutions worldwide need to accentuate the indispensable role of research to become significant to time demands. Now is an opportune moment to reconnect and start advancing on repackaging or reshaping learning in conjunction with the industries’ robust expectations and global needs. This idea becomes a reality if all of us will work collectively.

Finally, I congratulate all of you for responding to the International Association of Scholarly Publishers’ call. Your response shows your commitment and passion for upholding excellence in all three pillars of education - Instruction, Research, and Community Extension. As my final message, I wish you the very best in all your aspirations to serve your respective community and become expert or authority in your field of expertise.

NIÑO MIRANDA DECENORIO, PhD Senior Vice-President Bath Spa University Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

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As we take the synergistic collaboration journey, we pave the way to a fresh chapter of beyond-compare learning. It is learning that principally built in a global collaborative approach where we expect innovations and creativity as the cornerstones of knowledge. This endeavor is an exciting voyage as it opens opportunities to local, national, and international educators to exchange best practices in academe.

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Warmest greetings from Singapore Institute of Management, Singapore!

MESSAGE

I would like to commend the International Association of Scholarly Publishers, Editors and Reviewers, Inc. (IASPER) for organizing the International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education (IVCIRHE 2020) on October 1-2, 2020. As a scholarly body committed with its mission in advancing the professional expertise of scholars, reviewers, editors and publishers, IASPER has been providing a meaningful platform for thought-leaders, academic researchers and practitioners to explore critical issues of interdisciplinary advancement and innovation through research presentation and publication.

IVCIRHE 2020 • October 1-2, 2020

It is my great pleasure to welcome the participants and presenters to IASPER’s IVCIRHE 2020. The conference theme this year is “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.” This conference is conducted online in light of the COVID-19 pandemic we face as a global community. The disruption caused by the pandemic affects all sectors of society. COVID-19 brings us problems and challenges that no single discipline is able to address. Many of the most pressing problems society faces – such as health-care, climate change, poverty – are multifaceted and complex, and effective solutions require the collaboration and integration of many different disciplinary expertise and insights. The impact of the pandemic on society has opened a window of opportunity in research towards tackling societal challenges that requires an interdisciplinary approach. Furthermore, a focus has been placed on collaboration in these contexts. Interdisciplinary collaboration has become more prominent as the rapid growth of knowledge and increasing specialization makes it difficult for any one individual to comprehend and integrate all the disciplinary knowledge and insights to particular complex problems. We will see more interdisciplinary research that deploys collaborative approaches and attains collective outcomes in the future. This year’s 2-day conference provides ample opportunities for discussions and exchange of information and ideas among participants all over the world. Indeed, IVCIRHE 2020 is the result of great collaboration among the organizer and members to make it a successful conference. I would like to express my support to all the participants, presenters as well as the organizer of IVCIRHE 2020. I strongly believe that we need to collaborate and innovate in order to survive in the new normal. In closing, I wish everyone a successful and fruitful conference. Thank you. DR TIMOTHY CHAN, PhD, FCPA(Australia), FSCS(Singapore) Director, Academic Division Singapore Institute of Management

“Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.” Welcome to the International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education (IVCIRHE 2020)! The theme of the conference, “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment” is certainly timely as mankind all over the world is experiencing a huge challenge caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. The new normal environment which has occurred as the result of the virus involves many changes at all levels and facets of our lives leading to significant adjustments in human interactions and behaviour in society. The pandemic has devastated the global economy, intensified geopolitical tensions and upended lives causing a crisis like no other, and despite drastic controls and tough restrictions, cases seem to have soared again. The global death toll has just passed one million and the World Health Organization has warned the deaths could even double to two million without more global collective action. As long as the world has not found a cure or a vaccine for the virus, the new normal looks set to remain for a very long time. Governments and education bodies need to start preparing for the long-term impact Covid-19 will have on today’s society. But what exactly is the “new normal”? What are the implications of this new normal to the society? What are its impacts? How have we been coping with it? Would herd immunity be part of our new normal? And how long until we return to the “old normal”?

In higher education too, the wheels of change have been set in motion. The pandemic has made online learning the new normal, regardless of a learner’s age and goals, providing more flexibility, access to expertise, and value for money. But there are also adverse impacts. It has been reported that given that college and university faculty hastily moved courses online without much support, online learning is being done poorly in many quarters of the United States. It’s consequently getting a bad reputation at many campuses. We might still be at an early stage to review and evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency or quality of the strategies and plans that have been and are being implemented in response to the pandemic. However, this in no way obviates the need for discussions and research to be conducted especially with respect to our collective survival in the new normal environment. I hope this conference will bring intellectual ideas together so we as a global community can move forward with insight and informed understanding in how we can collectively survive in the new normal.

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A recent study has demonstrated that the new normal has resulted in de-globalization, institutional change, government participation in, and interference with business, socio-political movements, rapid communications, digital crime, and disruptive innovations. It has further been found that the shift to Work From Home risks exacerbating pre-existing inequalities in the labour market. Covid-19 has shown us how vulnerable society is.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. MUNIR SHUIB Industry and Community Engagement Coordinator National Higher Education Research Institute Universiti Sains Malaysia Malaysia

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

On behalf of the Mountain Province State Polytechnic College, I am sending my warmest greetings to the participants and organizers of the INTERNATIONAL VIRTUAL CONFERENCE ON INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH IN HIGHER EDUCATION. Recognizing that research is central to sustainable development paths, we view this occasion as an auspicious gathering for our researchers and other academicians. During this period where nations around the world are experiencing the impact of the COVID 19 pandemic, studies that seek to alleviate the challenging situations of societies and contribute to collective survival gain significant attention. This sharing of studies is an effective platform for knowledge dissemination and for the application of solutions at the national and local levels as we ascertain our role in the progressive transformation of our society.

MESSAGE

May we draw novel ideas that are valuable both to the academia and our nations. Let this also be an opportunity to renew ties and forge new friendships among ourselves.

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Rexton Fagtang Chakas, Ph.D. President Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Philippines

CONFERENCE PROGRAMME

DAY 1 • October 1, 2020 8:30 – 9:00a.m. Online Registration 9:01 – 9:10a.m. Invocation National Anthems 9:11 – 9:20a.m.

Opening Remarks and Declaration of the Opening of the Conference DR. GENARO VIRADOR JAPOS President, Philippine Association of Institution for Research, Inc. Regular Member, National Research Council of the Philippines

9:21 – 9:30a.m. Declaration: Synthesis of Abstracts MR. RUSSEL B. OBSIOMA Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan Philippines 9: 31 – 9:35a.m. Introduction of Keynote Speaker I 9:36 – 9:50a.m. Keynote Speaker I DR. CHARLINE F. NIXON Dean, Chairperson Advisory Council EC-Council University USA 9:51 – 9:55a.m.

Introduction of Keynote Speaker II

9:56 -10:15a.m.

Keynote Speaker II PROF. DR. DAWN YONALLY International Education Consultant Texas, USA

10:16 – 10:25a.m. Awarding Ceremony Best Abstract Best Paper Award 10:26 – 10:30a.m.

Introduction of Keynote Speaker III

10: 31 – 10:50a.m. Introduction of Keynote Speaker III DR. DJUWARI International President, IASPER, INC. Head of Language Laboratory, STIE Perbanas Surabaya, Indonesia 10:51 – 11:00a.m.

Session Break

11:01 – 12:00n.n.

International Paper Presentations

12:01 – 1:00p.m.

LUNCHBREAK

1:01 – 5:30p.m.

International Paper Presentations

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

8:30 – 9:00a.m.

Online Registration

9:01 – 9:10a.m. Invocation National Anthems 9:11 – 9:20a.m.

Opening Remarks

9:21 – 9:25a.m. Introduction of Keynote Speaker IV 9:26 – 9:45a.m. Keynote Speaker IV DR. REXTON F. CHAKAS President Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Philippines 9:46 – 9:50a.m.

Introduction of Plenary Speaker I

9:51 – 10:11a.m. Plenary Speaker I DR. IDA GAURAN-TUDY Program Coordinator, Master of Arts in Education COR Jesu College, Philippines 10:12 – 12:10n.n

International Paper Presentations

12:11 – 1:10p.m.

LUNCHBREAK

1:11 – 4:15p.m.

International Paper Presentations

4:16 – 4:20p.m. Introduction of Plenary Speaker II 4:21 – 4:40p.m. Plenary Speaker II PROF. DR. KARAPETYAN MARINA VALENTINOVA English Chair, Vladimir State University Moskow, Russia 4:41 – 4:45p.m.

Introduction of Plenary Speaker III

4:46 – 5:10p.m.

Plenary Speaker III DR. SAWITRI SUWANAROA Head, International Relations Office Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna Tak, Thailand

5:11 – 5:30p.m.

Awarding Ceremony Best Oral Presenter Award Awarding of Certificates to the Participants Grand Pictorial

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CONFERENCE PROGRAMME

DAY 2 • October 2, 2020

International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education (IVCIRHE 2020) ZOOM VIDEO TELECONFERENCING • OCTOBER 1-2, 2020

Day 1 – Breakout Room 1: October 1, 2020 Time

Title of Paper

Presenter/Institution/Country

A. SET A 10:51 – 11:10am

Teachers Applicants’ Self- Efficacy and English Proficiency Test

VANESA B. DUNGOG, JOEFEL T. LIBO-ON Romblon State University

11:11 – 11:30am

Inventory of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Skills: Basis for Crafting an Extension Program

SUSAN AGUILAN-LOPEZ Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

11:31 – 11:50am

Employability of 2016 to 2018 Board-Course Graduates of SDSSU-San Miguel, Philippines

RUDY F. DALING Surigao del Sur State University-San Miguel Campus

Open Forum (SET A)

11:51-12:00nn B. SET B 1:00 – 1:20pm

Understanding Road Accident Causes

CLAIRE KAPLAAN PECKLEY LAFADCHAN Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

1:21 – 1:40pm

Competency Level, Employers’ Expectations and Work Immersion Performance of Senior High School TVL Students

DONNIE MARC LOUIE I. ROBLE De La Salle University – Dasmariñas

1:41 – 2:00pm

Resource Capability and Competitive Achievements of Public Pilot Schools in Southern Philippines

FANNIE A. SALVATIERRA Cotabato City National High School-Rojas

2:01 – 2:20pm

Implementation Science of Pediatric Palliative Care in Lower-Middle-Income Countries in Southeast Asia: An Integrative Review

JESTONI D. MANIAGO University of the Philippines Manila

2:31 – 2:50pm

Level of Implementation of Vision, Mission, Goals, and Objectives of Bohol Island State University

RIAME T. TUICO Bohol Island State University - Balilihan Campus

2:51 – 3:05pm

Open Forum (SET B)

C. SET C

3:06 – 3:25pm

Academic Program Preferences of Grade 12 Senior High School Students of Paracelis, Mountain Province

DIXTY L. CARANTO Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

3:26 – 3:45pm

Women’s Involvement in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in the Province of Pangasinan, Philippines

RANDY F. SORIANO Tandoc National High School

3:46 – 4:05pm

Sustainable Local Tourism Industry in BLOM Areas

EDRICK RAY S. SANTAMARIA

4:06 – 4:25pm

Utilization of Bible-Related Concepts in Teaching Mathematics

SOMERSON C. KIS-ING Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

4:26 – 4:45pm

Resilience to Disaster of Beach Resorts in Lianga Bay Municipalities

LIAFLORA O. ORCULLO Surigao del Sur State University – Lianga Campus

4:46 – 5:15pm

Rape Profile in Mountain Province, Philippines

CLAIRE KAPLAAN PECKLEY LAFADCHAN Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

5:16 – 5:30pm

Surigao del Sur State University – Lianga = Campus

Open Forum (SET C)

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Day 1 – Breakout Room 2: October 1, 2020 Time

Title of Paper

Presenter/Institution/Country

A. SET A EDMAR E. MENDOZA Notre Dame Village National High School

10:51 – 11:10am

Research Environment and Research Orientations of Senior High Schools in Southern Philippines

11:11 – 11:30am

Indirect Feedback for Syntactic Errors Delivered through Collaborative Negotiation and Group-Chat Mediation

SANDRA B. AGUIRRE Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

11:31 – 11:50am

Project Educational-Video Assisted Reciprocal and Strategic Reading (Eares): An Intervention Program to Address Difficulties inWord Recognition and Comprehension Among Grade 6 Pupils in Tuhian Elementary School, Philippines

ALLAN A. TALAIN Department of Education- Division of Quezon

SAIDAMIN P. BAGOLONG Cotabato City State Polytechnic College

Open Forum (SET A)

11:51-12:00nn B. SET B 1:00 – 1:20pm

Locus of Control and Attitudes of Stakeholders Towards Inclusive Education

SALOME C. LATABEN Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

1:21 – 1:40pm

Developing Research Culture among Basic Education Teachers of Batangas Province, Philippines

EDJIE P. CALANOG San Gregorio Integrated School

1:41 – 2:00pm

Service Quality Dimensions and Student Satisfaction of Frontline Services in a State Higher Education Institution

DARWIN PHILIP C. ALERA Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

2:01 – 2:20pm

The Implementation of Students Affairs Services of Ifugao State University-Potia Campus: A Formative Evaluation

MATRONILLO M. MARTIN Ifugao State University Potia Campus

2:31 – 2:50pm

Financial Decision Making-skills of Managers of Small and Medium Enterprises in Relation to Business Performance

JOHN PHILIP S. RACAZA Jose Rizal Memorial State University, Dapitan Campus

Open Forum (SET B)

2:51 – 3:05pm C. SET C 3:06 – 3:25pm

Governance, Maqashid Sharia and Their Effect on Islamic Social Reporting: Cases in Indonesia

KAUTSAR RIZA SALMAN STIE Perbanas Surabaya

3:26 – 3:45pm

Compliance to Gynecological Diagnostic Examinations

CALUM JAN A. KITONGAN Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

3:46 – 4:05pm

Impact of Agricultural Loan to Local Farmers in Surigao del Sur, Philippines

AIZA CORPUZ – GUIBIJAR Surigao del Sur State University – San Miguel Campus

4:06 – 4:25pm

Building Ethnic Identity Through Hybridity and Anaphoric Tropes in Selected Igorot Ethno Music

JONNELLE D. FAGSAO Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

4:26 – 4:45pm

Predictors of Junior High School Enrollment for Proposed Appropriate Forecasting Model with Confirmatory Factor Analysis

JOEFEL T. LIBO-ON Romblon State University

4:46 - 5:10pm

Open Forum (SET C)

IVCIRHE 2020 • October 1-2, 2020

Day 2 – Breakout Room 1: October 2, 2020 Time

Title of Paper

Presenter/Institution/Country

A. SET A 10:15 – 10:35am

Internationalization Practices of Philippine Higher Education: Tier 4 Higher Education Institutions’ Perspectives

EMILSON B. VIBAR Polytechnic University of the Philippines- Sta. Mesa/ University of Santo Tomas- España

10:36 – 10:55am

Heirloom of Knowledge: Teacher-Parents and their Prioritization of the Education of their Children

KATHERINE JOYCE M. CASTRO Polytechnic University of the Philippines

10:56 – 11:15am

On the Translation and Validation of MPSPC’s VMGO JONNELLE D. FAGSAO as L2-L1 Learning Practice Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

11:16 – 11:35am

Issues, Perceptions, and Challenges of Amalgamation in Higher Education Institutions in Calabarzon: Quality School Management Strategic Plan

MAURO D. LUCIDO JR. Laguna State Polytechnic University - San Pablo City

11:36 – 11:55am

Entrepreneurial Management of Dole Kabuhayan Beneficiaries

DARWIN PHILIP C. ALERA Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

11:56-12:10nn

Open Forum (SET A)

B. SET B 1:10 – 1:30pm

Feedbacks on OJT Program from Students: Inputs for Enhanced Local Internship in Agriculture

HONEYLET J. NICOLAS Bulacan Agricultural State College

1:31 – 1:50pm

Managing Mathematics Instruction in Small Schools in the Province of Batangas, Philippines

CARLOS M. ROSALES San Nicolas Integrated High School

1:51 – 2:10pm

Strand and Statehood Predictors of Senior High School Graduates in Aurora State College of Technology

ALFREDO C. PADIOS JR. Aurora State College of Technology

2:11 – 2:30pm

Career Development Program for Junior High School English Teachers

BLADEMER O. MANALO Coral na Munti National High School

2:31 – 2:50pm

Development and Pre-Use Evaluation of Instructional Materials in Undergraduate Animal Science Courses for Agriculture Programs

HONEYLET J. NICOLAS Bulacan Agricultural State College

2:51 – 3:05pm

Open Forum (SET B)

C. SET C 3:06 – 3:25pm

Capability of Surigao Del Sur in Establishing Call Center

TESSIL JOY L. LOREN Surigao del Sur State University

3:26 – 3:45pm

Effects of Different Agricultural Waste-Derived Biochar on Soil Chemical Properties under Soil Paddy Condition

ANGELICA L. LABIANO Surigao del Sur State University

3:46 – 4:05pm

VirGu: Optimized Campus Virtual Tour Guide Based on A* Algorithm

MELIZANDE S. URIARTE Surigao del Sur State University

4:06 – 4:15pm

Open Forum (SET C)

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Day 2 – Breakout Room 2: October 2, 2020 Time

Title of Paper

Presenter/Institution/Country

A. SET A 10:15 – 10:35am

Supply Chain of Seaweeds in Surigao del Sur, Philippines

BERNARDITA G. QUEVEDO Surigao del Sur State University

10:36 – 10:55am

Level of Skills on MS-Office Productivity Software and Use of Internet for Communication of Office Clerks

WINZEAL R. AGOC Bohol Island State University - Balilihan Campus

10:56 – 11:15am

The Agronomic Traits and Yield Performance of the White Corn Varieties Intercropped with different Legumes under Surigao del Norte Condition

ERMA C. TAER Surigao State College of Technology – Mainit Campus

11:16 – 11:35am

Design and Fabrication of Arduino-based Microcontroller Development Training Board

WENDELL S. GALEOS Mindanao State University - Naawan

11:36 – 11:55am

Establishment of Dragon fruit (Pitaya) Plantation

DANALYN J. DONES Surigao del Sur State University – Lianga Campus

Open Forum (SET A)

11:56-12:10nn B. SET B

ANALYN M. BALLESTEROS Camp Siongco National High School

1:10 – 1:30pm

Management of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) System-Mediation among Public High Schools in Southern Philippines

1:31 – 1:50pm

Citizen Satisfaction: Assessing the Delivery of Services LUZLYN M. AGWILANG of the Bontoc Local Government Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

1:51 – 2:10pm

Tracer Study of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Academic Year 2011-2016: An Online Tool

ALEX T. AJOC Surigao del Sur State University

2:11 – 2:30pm

Assessment on the Readiness of BISU Balilihan Electronics Technology Program to Meet Industry Standard

ERNESTO B. ALIJAY JR. Bohol Island State University - Balilihan Campus

2:31 – 2:50pm

Deconstruction of Themes in ‘Grand Theft Auto IV’

JOHN ERIC A. TADEO Philippine Military Academy

SAIDAMIN P. BAGOLONG Cotabato City State Polytechnic College

Open Forum (SET B)

2:51 – 3:05pm C. SET C 3:06 – 3:25pm 3:26 – 3:45pm 3:46 – 4:05pm 4:06 – 4:15pm

Spectrum of Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) Most Beneficial to Radish (Raphanus sativus L.) Root Growth and Weight

JOCELYN P. SERRANO Surigao del Sur State University – San Miguel Campus

Pilot Sensing Device Simulator

IRVIN B. DUMAPIAS Bohol Island State University - Balilihan Campus

Android-Based Augmented Reality Tourists Guide Application

CHRISTINE W. PITOS Surigao del Sur State University

Open Forum (SET C)

IVCIRHE 2020 • October 1-2, 2020

International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education (IVCIRHE 2020) ZOOM VIDEO TELECONFERENCING • OCTOBER 1-2, 2020

BEST ABSTRACT AWARDS Best Abstract in Technology WENDELL S. GALEOS Mindanao State University – Naawan

Title of Study: Design and Fabrication of Arduino-based Microcontroller Development Training Board

Best Abstract in Social Science EMILSON B. VIBAR

Polytechnic University of the Philippines- Sta. Mesa / \ University of Santo Tomas- España Title of Study: Internationalization Practices of Philippine Higher Education: Tier 4 Higher Education Institutions’ Perspectives

Compliance to Word Count 15% Abstract Content & Sequence (Title, Introduction, Objective, Methods, Results, Conclusions) 25% Grammar and Originality 20% Completeness of Keywords 10% Newness of Discovery, Results and Conclusions 30% TOTAL: 100%

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

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BEST ABSTRACT AWARDS Best Abstract in Qualitative Research JONNELLE D. FAGSAO

Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Title of Study: Building Ethnic Identity Through Hybridity and Anaphoric Tropes in Selected Igorot Ethno Music

Best Abstract in Institutional Research MATRONILLO M. MARTIN

Ifugao State University Potia Campus

Title of Study: The Implementation of Students Affairs Services of Ifugao State University-Potia Campus: A Formative Evaluation

IVCIRHE 2020 • October 1-2, 2020

International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education (IVCIRHE 2020) ZOOM VIDEO TELECONFERENCING • OCTOBER 1-2, 2020

BEST ABSTRACT AWARDS Best Abstract in Action Research ALLAN A. TALAIN

Department of Education- Division of Quezon Title of Study: Project Educational-Video Assisted Reciprocal and Strategic Reading (Eares): An Intervention Program to Address Difficulties in Word Recognition and Comprehension Among Grade 6 Pupils in Tuhian Elementary School, Philippines

Best Abstract in Novelty Research SOMERSON C. KIS-ING

Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Title of Study: Utilization of Bible-Related Concepts in Teaching Mathematics

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education (IVCIRHE 2020) ZOOM VIDEO TELECONFERENCING • OCTOBER 1-2, 2020

BEST PAPER AWARDS Best Paper in Experimental Design ANGELICA L. LABIANO Surigao del Sur State University

Title of Study: Effects of Different Agricultural Waste-Derived Biochar on Soil Chemical Properties under Soil Paddy Condition

Best Paper in Non-experimental Design JESTONI D. MANIAGO

University of the Philippines Manila

Title of Study: Implementation Science of Pediatric Palliative Care in Lower-Middle-Income Countries in Southeast Asia: An Integrative Review

Contribution to new knowledge Scientific Writing Quality of References Grammar and Originality Adherence to Conference Theme TOTAL:

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25% 30% 20% 15% 10% 100%

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BEST ORAL PRESENTERS VANESA B. DUNGOG JOEFEL T. LIBO-ON Romblon State University

Title of Study: Teachers Applicants’ Self- Efficacy and English Proficiency Test

DONNIE MARC LOUIE I. ROBLE

De La Salle University – Dasmariñas

Title of Study: Competency Level, Employers’ Expectations and Work Immersion Performance of Senior High School TVL Students

RANDY F. SORIANO Tandoc National High School

Title of Study: Women’s Involvement in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in the Province of Pangasinan, Philippines

ALLAN A. TALAIN

Department of Education- Division of Quezon

Title of Study: Project Educational-Video Assisted Reciprocal and Strategic Reading (Eares): An Intervention Program to Address Difficulties in Word Recognition and Comprehension Among Grade 6 Pupils in Tuhian Elementary School, Philippines

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education (IVCIRHE 2020) ZOOM VIDEO TELECONFERENCING • OCTOBER 1-2, 2020

BEST ORAL PRESENTERS EDJIE P. CALANOG San Gregorio Integrated School

Title of Study: Developing Research Culture among Basic Education Teachers of Batangas Province, Philippines

JONNELLE D. FAGSAO

Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Title of Study: Building Ethnic Identity Through Hybridity and Anaphoric Tropes in Selected Igorot Ethno Music

WENDELL S. GALEOS Mindanao State University - Naawan

Title of Study: Design and Fabrication of Arduino-based Microcontroller Development Training Board

LUZLYN M. AGWILANG

Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

Title of Study: Citizen Satisfaction: Assessing the Delivery of Services of the Bontoc Local Government

IVCIRHE 2020 • October 1-2, 2020

International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education (IVCIRHE 2020) ZOOM VIDEO TELECONFERENCING • OCTOBER 1-2, 2020

BEST ORAL PRESENTERS IRVIN B. DUMAPIAS

Bohol Island State University - Balilihan Campus Title of Study: Pilot Sensing Device Simulator

EMILSON B. VIBAR

Polytechnic University of the Philippines- Sta. Mesa/ University of Santo Tomas- España Title of Study: Internationalization Practices of Philippine Higher Education: Tier 4 Higher Education Institutions’ Perspectives

HONEYLET J. NICOLAS Bulacan Agricultural State College

Title of Study: Development and Pre-Use Evaluation of Instructional Materials in Undergraduate Animal Science Courses for Agriculture Programs

ANGELICA L. LABIANO Surigao del Sur State University

Title of Study: Effects of Different Agricultural Waste-Derived Biochar on Soil Chemical Properties under Soil Paddy Condition

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

IVCIRHE 2020

SESSION JUDGES DR. DJUWARI

STIE Perbanas Surabaya

DR. GENARO V. JAPOS

Philippine Association of Institution for Research, Inc.

DR. FRANCES THAISE CIMENE

University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines

DR. IVY CORAZON A. MANGAYA-AY Bohol Island State University

DR. IDA GAURAN-TUDY COR Jesu College

DR. EMILSON B. VIBAR

Polytechnic University of the Philippines- Sta. Mesa/ University of Santo Tomas- España

DR. JESTONI D. MANIAGO University of the Philippines Manila

DR. MATRONILLO M. MARTIN

Ifugao State University Potia Campus

DR. SAIDAMIN P. BAGOLONG Cotabato City State Polytechnic College

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PLENARY SPEECH 1 The Key to Quality Education: Syllabus Design for Teaching English Program IDA GAURAN-TUDY, Ph.D. Cor Jesu College Philippines

Syllabus is an indispensable material to ensure quality education. This paper aims to develop competencies of participants in syllabus design in teaching English. It covers the following areas, namely, syllabus design as a vital component of language curriculum, types of language teaching syllabi, importance of syllabi to language teachers, and the roles and challenges they experience in designing. A discussion follows on syllabus design considerations particularly for Teaching English Program and further elucidation is provided through a sample syllabus. For effective implementation of the designed syllabus, other components of the language program are in placed such as qualification, advance training, and publication of faculty, and necessary resources like professional books, journals, and ICT based resources. Furthermore, an emphasis is discussed on the need of a thorough planning when designing syllabi. The implication, therefore, for educators is to ensure a well-planned syllabus design, along with its effective delivery, to maximize students’ engagement leading to quality education and academic excellence. Keywords: Linguistics, Language Teaching, Syllabus Design, Philippines BIONOTE Dr. Ida Gauran-Tudy is a co- author of two books- Doing Qualitative Research: A Practical Guide for Student Researchers and Learning the Fundamentals of Quantitative Research. She is the program head of the Master of Arts in Education major in Teaching English. She teaches research and English subjects in the senior high school, undergraduate, and graduate departments at Cor Jesu College. As a researcher, she has published research articles in Scopus-indexed and other peer reviewed journals. She had been invited as an international speaker on English for Specific Purposes, Academic Writing and Research Publication. She finished her Doctor of Philosophy in Education, major in Applied Linguistics at the University of Immaculate Conception. She is also a holder of Master in Management, major in Human Resource Management at Liceo de Cagayan University. She completed the academic requirements for her Master of Education, major in Language Teaching at University of Southeastern Philippines. She earned her undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Arts in English at the University of Southeastern Philippines, Davao City.

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

PLENARY SPEECH 2

Corpus-based approach to EFLT KARAPETYAN MARINA VALENTINOVA, Ph.D. English Chair, Vladimir State University Blagoveshchensk State Pedagogical University Russia

Electronic language corpora, and their attendant computer software, are proving increasingly influential in language teaching as sources of language descriptions and pedagogical materials. However, few teachers are clear about their nature or their relevance to language teaching. This paper defines corpora and their types, discusses their contribution to language learning and teaching, and provides examples of their use in class. Although the paper refers to research and teaching materials and procedures relevant to English language teaching (ELT) it addresses issues related to language teaching in general. Keywords: Corpora, British National Corpus, collocations, frequency, teaching materials, patterns BIONOTE Dr. Marina Karapetyan Valentinova is an Associate Professor and Phd holder in English and German Philology. She has worked in education for more than 20 years and taught at several Russian universities. from 2010 to 2016, she worked as the head of the english language and methods of EFLT department. Since 2016, she has been the foreign languages faculty dean at Blagoveshchensk State Pedagogical University (BSPU). She is actively involved in research and her scientific interests cover the following: ESP, EMI, intercultural communication and multilingualism, linguistic typology, translation studies, contemporary British literature.

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PLENARY SPEECH 3

English as an ASEAN Lingua Franca DR. SAWITRI SUWANAROA

Rajamagala University of Technology Lanna Tak Thailand The concept of English as a lingua franca (ELF) has recently caused a great deal of controversy, much of it based on a misunderstanding of ELF. In this presentation, I shall first provide a brief history of lingua franca and then. The presentation will then consider the current role that English is playing as a lingua franca, with a particular focus on its role in the Association ofSoutheast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Examples of linguistic features of English as a lingua franca in Asia will be provided. Finally, possible implications of ELF in English language teaching, and the ‘multilingual model’ will be proposed. Suggestions on ways in which English/regional lingua francas and local languages might work together as languages of education will conclude the presentation. BIONOTE Dr. Sawitri Suwanaroa has been teaching at RMUTL Tak campus for 13 years. She graduated from the University of South Australia in 2012 with a doctor of Education degree (TESOL). After finishing her degree, she moved back to teach bachelor degree students in multidisciplinary such as engineering, marketing, English for international communication etc. Her main interests are TESOL, ESL, EFL and sociolinguistics. From 2013 to present, there have been a numbers of national and international conference presentations, her international publications in Scopus indexed journals, academic experience such as keynote speaker, plenary speaker, associate editor and peer reviewer for international level. Recently, she proposed for academic position (assistant professor) which is focusing on a communicative skill of undergraduate students at her university. Finally, she strongly believes that this conference will be a key of her life-long learning experience of developing and sharing English language.

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

KEYNOTE SPEAKER 1

DR. CHARLINE F. NIXON

Dean, Chairperson Advisory Council EC-Council University USA BIONOTE Dr. Nixon comes with many years of experience in Cyber Security. She holds numerous degrees including Doctorates in both Management and Philosophy, as well as Masters in both Cyber Security and Business Administration. Dr. Nixon holds numerous certifications both from ECCouncil, CompTIA, SANS, PATC, Microsoft and others. She currently hold the following certifications: GCIA, CCISO,CEI, PT,ECSA,CEH,CHFI, MCT, MCP, MMI, MOS, CASP,Sec+, Net+, A+,IC3IC, SMART-CTF. Her experience is both in business and academia including leadership roles as a faculty in higher education for a variety of colleges and universities. Dr. Nixon brings a depth of knowledge of curriculum expertise, academic educational experience, Cyber/IT online teaching, online and business management, and IT school chair and Dean experience.

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KEYNOTE SPEECH 2

Instructional Types, Humor, and Application in Pronunciation DAWN YONALLY, Ph.D.

International Education Consultant Texas, USA When teaching foreign language—especially English as a second language— second language teachers are demanded to be able to create better instructional plan. Therefore, they have to know the instructional types. Besides that, making fun in the classroom is also a good strategy to make the students engaged. However, pronunciation that is globally understandable is also important. This paper attempts to demonstrate and impart instructional theory, application, and demonstration for teachers of English as a Second Language (ESL). Using the instructional theory, application, and demonstration presented in this paper, second language teachers are able to improve their teaching strategies and methods as well. Based on some conceptual frameworks and theories implemented with the instructional types, this paper recommend that the foreign language teachers should be able to make a model of pronunciation since it is key to ESL. Without understanding of spoken language, language acquisition has limited application. Therefore, ESL teachers should demonstrate their good model of the language they are teaching. Keywords: Language Teaching, ESL, instructional types, and humor BIONOTE Dr. Dawn Yonally is an American Phd, who has worked at all levels. She has taught, researched, presented at conferences in the United States and internationally (Malaysia, Ecuador, Japan, Russia, and China). Her interests include curriculum and instruction, ESL, international education, and is an expert in the educational change process. She has educated teachers and administrators. In addition, she works as an international educational consultant with governments and schools. In her family, she is the first general to speak English as a first language.

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

KEYNOTE SPEECH 3 Schools of Linguistics and Syllabus Design for EOP and EAP DJUWARI, Ph.D.

STIE Perbanas Surabaya Indonesia

There have been two schools of linguistics which we have learned so far: The North American School of Linguistics and the Sydney School of Linguistics. The former focuses on the written texts while the latter on the spoken language in the communities, very specifically on the professional discourse communities. This paper highlights the two thoughts underpinning their approaches and the implementation not only in doing the research but very specifically on designing the syllabus and developing the materials. Based on the theoretical basis of the two types of discourse communities, this paper provides a framework of how to design a syllabus with different approaches of the two schools of linguistics: the North American school of Linguistics and the Sydney School of Linguistics. It can be generalized that any syllabus can be designed using the English for Specific Purposes (ESP) on either English for Academic Purposes (EAP) or English for Occupational Purposes (EOP). When the syllabus designer is concerned with the North American School of Linguistics, the syllabus would be EAP but when the syllabus designer is concerned with the Sydney School of Linguistics, the syllabus design would be EOP. Keywords: Schools of Linguistics, Discourse Communities, ESP, EOP, EAP BIONOTE Dr. Djuwari is the Associate Professor at STIE Perbanas Surabaya since 1989. He is currently the Head of Language Laboratory. He graduated from Teacher Training and Education of English Department, focusing on English for Specific Purposes (ESP) at Surabaya State University (UNESA) in 1987; Master Degree in English Applied Linguistics with his thesis on Syllabus Design for Students of Economics, from Catholic University, Atmajaya Jakarta in 1997; and Doctor in Language Education (Applied Linguistics), with his Dissertation on Academic Writing using Genre Approach for Analyzing the International Conference Papers , from the University of Malang (UM) in 2009. He is also the International President of the International Association of Scholarly Publishers, Editors and Reviewers, Inc.

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KEYNOTE SPEECH 4 Optimizing Virtual Research Amidst the New Normal Environment REXTON FAGTANG CHAKAS, Ph.D.

President Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Philippines The global crisis brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic has caught academic institutions off –guard. Under such grueling circumstances, research is seen as a powerful tool to bring solutions to health and socioeconomic crises that have profoundly affected all spheres of human activities. This key note presentation will outline the major challenges confronting academic institutions in the conduct of research while engendering new opportunities, as well for researchers. A way forward is to optimize the use of virtual research with implications on research collaboration, capacity improving and efficiency -improving measures to be undertaken by research institutions. BIONOTE Dr. Rexton Fagtang Chakas is recently awarded as Regional Winner of the Civil Service Commission Pagasa Award (Individual Category) of the 2020 Search for Outstanding Government Workers in the Cordillera Administrative Region, Philippines. Serving his second term as President of the Mountain Province State Polytechnic College since 204, he has exhibited exemplary performance in leadership and administration. He enforced quality assurance benchmarks and invested much resources in faculty and staff development. Under his administration, infrastructures and facilities needed to support the four-fold functions of instruction, research, extension and production were set up aggressively. Underpinning all these advances is his vision of making the Mountain Province State Polytechnic College “a preferred university of developmental culture and inclusive growth.” Dr. Chakas obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Saint Louis University at Baguio City, graduating cum laude in 1986. He later pursued his Master of Arts in Public Administration degree (Meritissimus) in 1992 and Doctor of Philosophy in Public Administration degree (Meritus) in 2004 at the University of Santo Thomas, Manila. Earning a scholarship from the Commission on Higher Education, he finished his Diploma in Higher Education in 2008 from Saint Louis University, Baguio City.

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

SYNTHESIS OF ABSTRACTS

MR. RUSSEL B. OBSIOMA

Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan Philippines

e have never expected it, but the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed us in the precipice of a NEW NORMAL environment. A new reality to realign personal and professional goals, restructure established institutions, reshape well-formed habits and traditional practices, and revisit universally accepted notions, policies and laws. In educational institutions all over the world, blended learning has been embraced by schools, universities and colleges combining synchronous and asynchronous modalities in the delivery of education as a response to the pandemic. From the physical four walls of the classroom to the digital interface of Google Meet and Zoom meetings, the situation presents such a unique dichotomy: an opportunity for innovation and changes inclined towards digitalization of education and on the flip side, challenges on technological competencies of teachers, equity gaps, lack of information technology infrastructures, and issues in data security, among others. In research, researchers continue to create innovative and novel ways for the digitalization of the research process. We see a significant paradigm shift in research goals and methods; physical survey questionnaires are now being replaced by Google Forms and focus groups discussions and interviews are done online through Zoom and Skype. At such a dizzying pace in a very unique time, it is truly a “necessity is the mother of invention” moment for science. The International Association of Scholarly Publishers, Editors, & Reviewers, Inc. recognizes these opportunities and challenges as it holds the International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education on October 2-3, 2020 through Zoom Teleconferencing. Themed “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment,” this virtual conference is the first of its kind for the organization and highlights research and development in the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic. Studies involving the utilization of bible-related concepts in teaching Mathematics, managing Mathematics instruction in small schools in the Province of Batangas, Philippines, development and pre-use evaluation of instructional materials in undergraduate Animal Science courses, indirect feedback for syntactic errors delivered through collaborative negotiation and group-chat negotiation, and study on project educational video assisted reciprocal and strategic reading provide research findings that could aid in the improvement of teaching of Mathematics, animal sciences courses, writing, and pupils’ word recognition and comprehension. Institutional research outputs are also well-represented in this conference. The study on the resource capability and competitive achievements of pilot schools in Southern Philippines, the issues, perceptions, and challenges of amalgamation in higher education institutions, level of implementation of the vision, mission, goals and objectives of a state university, internationalization practices of four Philippine higher education institutions, implementation of student affairs services of a state university, and service quality dimensions and student satisfaction of frontline services in a higher education institution provide insights and information in the improvement of the respective institutions.

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The research outputs on the entrepreneurial management of the Department of Labor and Employment Integrated Livelihood Program, financial decision-making skills of managers of small and medium enterprises, strategic human resource planning of commercial establishments, governance, Maqashid Sharia and their effect on Islamic Social Reporting, and citizen satisfaction on the delivery of services of the local government unit provide research results in aid of program and project development, feasibility study, and interventions that could be of use in the improvement of the department, organization, small and medium enterprise, business, Islamic commercial banks and local government units, among others. The study on research environment and research orientations of senior high schools revealed that the implementation of research environments in terms of administrative initiatives and research capability enhancement was high. The findings of the study on research culture among basic education teachers likewise saw a positive attitude towards research in the basic education teachers. Both studies also mirror results that found moderate extent in terms of support in the research skills-capability of teachers. Design and development research projects will also be presented in this virtual conference. Applications such as the android –based augmented reality tourist guide and optimized campus virtual tour guide based on A* algorithm are digital platforms that will be beneficial to tourists and students. The studies on pilot sensing device stimulator and design and fabrication of Arduino-based microcontroller development training board proved to be great instructional models: the pilot sensing device stimulator being beneficial in understanding the uses and functions of the different sensors and the training board being useful in enhancing students’ knowledge in microcontroller programming and interfacing. Studies on the effects of different agricultural waste-derived bio-char on soil chemical properties under soil paddy conditions, the agronomic traits and yield performance of the white corn varieties intercropped with different legumes, establishment of Dragon Fruit plantation, and spectrum of photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) most beneficial to radish are some of the studies under Agriculture, the science or practice of farming, that are well-represented in this conference. The studies on the rape profile in Mountain Province, Philippines, women’s involvement in disaster risk reduction and management, and compliance to gynecological diagnostic examinations contribute to a growing number of gender and development studies that promote gender equality and women’s health, and advocate against violence of women and their children. The literature review on the implementation science of pediatric palliative care in lower-middle income countries in Southeast Asia, the literary analysis in the deconstruction of themes in ‘Grand Theft Auto IV’, and textual analysis and sociological-cultural inquiries in building ethnic identity through hybridity and anaphoric tropes in select Igorot Ethno music are welcome addition in this conference saturated by descriptive-quantitative studies. These studies and more that will be presented in this two-day International Virtual Conference on Interdisciplinary Research in Higher Education prove that research continues to mold and bring the landscapes of knowledge generation, innovation and technology to new heights even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. I congratulate the International Association of Scholarly Publishers, Editors and Reviewers, Inc. headed by its President Dr. Djuwari Sarkawi at the helm and its Executive Director, Miss Gayle Salalima, for gathering this spectrum of research outputs which are timely and relevant to the current times. Thank you and please keep safe!

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Teachers Applicants’ Self- Efficacy and English Proficiency Test JOEFEL T. LIBO-ON https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2339-464X onemanbrave@gmail.com Romblon State University Romblon, Philippines

VANESA B. DUNGOG, MA https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1005-0162 onemanbrave@gmail.com Romblon State University Romblon, Philippines

Self- efficacy is a belief in someone’s own capability in accomplishing a certain task. And most of the related studies concluded that having a high self- efficacy has something to do with high performance at work, or it has something to do with an individuals’ work output/ production. However, some other literature revealed that it has not something to do with individuals’ performance. On the other side, English language is the required medium of instruction yet the most feared language. This study was conducted to investigate the self-efficacy towards the English Proficiency Test of the teacher applicants from the Division of Romblon. This study used a descriptive- correlation method employing a self- made questionnaire conducted through an online form to assess the Self- Efficacy status towards English Proficiency among applicants in 2018. Findings showed that respondents have Low Self- efficacy status towards English Proficiency Test. It was concluded that among the levels of English Proficiency, respondents who are Proficient have a Very Low Self- efficacy compared to other levels that reached the Low level. Further, it revealed that the overall English Proficiency of teacher applicants were at Beginners level. Keywords: English proficiency test, proficiency, self- efficacy, Romblon, Philippines

Inventory of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Skills: Basis for Crafting an Extension Program SUSAN AGUILAN-LOPEZ http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3293-6925 aguilansusan@gmail.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Bontoc, Mt. Province, Philippines This research gathered baseline data on the information and communication technology (ICT) skills of public school teachers which provided basis for the proposed extension program. A framework for the extension program was crafted and proposed for implementation. It made use of descriptive survey and developmental methods which involved teachers from Barlig district of the division of Mt. Province in the Philippines. Results show that teachers know but are not confident to use the different ICT tools which can be integrated in the teaching learning process; thus, more trainings are needed to build up their competency in using these ICT tools. Computed standard deviation shows a variability which is clustered around the computed mean; the teachers even when grouped according to the level they are teaching, have similar knowledge and skills on these ICT tools. When trainings will be conducted, teachers can all be grouped together. The proposed extension program, crafted based on the baseline data gathered, outlines the different activities to be conducted and how these will be implemented to address the needs of the teachers in terms of integrating ICT in the teaching learning process as well as in instructional materials development. Keywords: Information and Communications Technology, ICT skills, extension program, framework for extension, Philippines, Asia

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Employability of 2016 to 2018 Board-Course Graduates of SDSSU-San Miguel, Philippines RUDY F. DALING https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0326-6950 rudydaling21@gmail.com Surigao del Sur State University-San Miguel Campus, Philippines One of the important factors in determining the performance of higher education is the employability of its graduates.This paper investigated the employability of board-course graduates of 2016 to 2018 of SDSSU San Miguel. It employed quantitative-descriptive method in which survey questionnaire and purposive sampling were applied to 120 board-course program graduates. Frequency and percentage distribution were applied in data presentation. Study shows that among 120 graduates for three years, the graduates’ batch 2017 had the highest number of graduates. It was observed that there was a high rate of employed graduates in local. Furthermore, there was a close distribution of regular or permanent, temporary, and contractual status of graduates’ employment; while family concern that affects decision-making was the major factor of the graduates’ unemployability. As to occupation of the employed graduates, service workers, and shop market sales workers and professional were evident that indicates the major line of business of the company employed by the graduates are in line to wholesale and retail trade, repair of motor vehicles, motorcycles and personal and household goods, education, and agriculture. Keywords: Education, employability, graduates, quantitative-descriptive, survey, SDSSU-San Miguel, Philippines

Understanding Road Accident Causes CLAIRE KAPLAAN PECKLEY LAFADCHAN http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9145-6828 caplaanclair@gmail.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Bontoc Campus, Philippines This paper exposes the factors that contribute to the occurrence of road accidents along the Halsema Highway and the possible intervention programs that the concerned agencies undertake to mitigate the occurrence of road accidents. It sought to explain the factors and understand the circumstances that affect road accidents necessarily since the Halsema Highway is a major route that connects Mountain Province to the world. Descriptive method was used in determining the environmental factors, vehicle factors and personal factors that contribute to road accidents. It was found in the study that most accidents happened during fair weather on roads with straight-flat feature. Lose brakes, malfunctioned steering and bald tires are among the mechanical defects that cause accidents. Poor driver condition and negative driver behavior are also factors that can lead to road accidents along the Halsema Highway. The interpretation of the findings showed that road accident is not solely blamed to one factor but it is a combination of poor road condition, mechanical malfunction and negative driver behavior. Keywords: Halsema Highway, Driver Behavior, Driver Condition, Environmental Factor, Mechanical Defect, descriptive research design, Philippines

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Competency Level, Employers’ Expectations and Work Immersion Performance of Senior High School TVL Students DONNIE MARC LOUIE I. ROBLE https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3439-4522 diroble@dlsud.edu.ph De La Salle University – Dasmariñas Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines A huge number of high school and college graduates lack the important knowledge and skills to be an effective member of the workforce. This study aimed to describe the socio-demographic profile of TVL (Technicalvocational and livelihood) Senior High School students in a private school in the Philippines; their competency level, work immersion performance, and expectations of employers in terms of the competencies set by regulators. Descriptive correlational method of research was used to get the responses of 18 employers and 84 TVL students. Results suggest that there is no significant difference between the students’ competency level and employers’ expected competencies in terms of collaboration, critical thinking, entrepreneurship, environment literacy, information technology, learning and innovation, lifelong learning, and occupational health. In contrast, a significant difference exists between the two groups in terms of communication and occupational health. No significant difference was found in their work immersion performance when grouped according to sex and socio-economic classification, but a significant difference was found when grouped according to strand and specialization. The result of this study provides valuable insights for educational institutions, policymakers, and business owners in the Philippines on bridging the gap between the vocational training offered in schools and the needed competencies in the industry. Keywords: Technical-vocational education, competencies, employers expectations, work immersion, descriptive design, Philippines

Resource Capability and Competitive Achievements of Public Pilot Schools in Southern Philippines FANNIE A. SALVATIERRA https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9562-4745 salvatierrafannie84@gmail.com Cotabato City National High School-Rojas Philippines Human resource building is a vital element of education process. The study aimed to evaluate the resource capability and competitive achievements of the pilot public schools in Southern Philippines using descriptivepredictive design to randomly select 246 respondents employing mean, Pearson r Correlation, and Regression analysis. Findings revealed the level of administration of resource capability building in terms of human resource, financial resource, and physical resource were high except for material resource as moderate. The level of academic achievements of pilot schools in terms of curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities were high. The correlational analysis between the administration of resource capability and competitive achievements of the public pilot schools revealed a significant relationship in all aspects, which indicates the null hypothesis is rejected. The best predictors that emerged on the administration of resource capability building revealed were the human, financial, physical, and material resources on the competitive achievements of the pilot public high schools. Hence, the administration of resource capability has been wellprovided on human, financial, and physical resources. However, in the material resources revealed to be less administered. Keywords: educational administration, resource capability and competitive achievements, descriptivepredictive, correlation, and regressions, Philippines, Asia *Co-Author: Saidamin P. Bagolong, Cotabato City State Polytechnic College

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Implementation Science of Pediatric Palliative Care in Lower-Middle-Income Countries in Southeast Asia: An Integrative Review JESTONI D. MANIAGO https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8603-3094 jdmaniago@up.edu.ph University of the Philippines Manila Metro Manila, Philippines There is an ongoing development in the pediatric palliative care (PPC) program in Southeast Asia (SEA). However, the implementation process has not been clearly understood among lower-middle-income countries (LMICs) in this region. The purpose of this paper is to review and synthesize research about the implementation process of 7 identified LMICs in the SEA: Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Lao PDR, Philippines, TimorLeste, and Vietnam. An integrative review utilizing Whittemore and Knafi’s five-stage process was employed. Electronic searches of CINAHL, Web of Science, ProQuest, and Google Scholar (no year restriction) were conducted. From 7,599 articles retrieved, only 11 met the eligibility criteria. Each article was appraised for methodological quality (QualSyst tool and AACODS checklist), and constant comparison methods were used. Two overarching themes emerged in this review, the “lighthouse” and “the buoy”. The “lighthouse” which pertains to evidence-based interventions (EBIs) and the emerging PPC standards of practice and the “buoy” refers to PPC challenges and implementation strategies. Understanding the implementation science of PPC among LMICs in the SEA region addresses the gap between idealism and realism. It provides reliable information in the development of strategic work plans that will improve the implementation process and promote the translation of EBIs into practice significant to the quality of pediatric patient outcomes. Keywords: Health science, pediatric palliative care, implementation, integrative review, Southeast Asia

Level of Implementation of Vision, Mission, Goals, and Objectives of Bohol Island State University RIAME T. TUICO https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2812-3654 carmeloelra@gmail.com Bohol Island State University - Balilihan Campus, Philippines Vision, Mission, Goals, and Objectives (VMGO) provide direction to lead the countries, societies, organizations, schools, and universities to become successful in the future. Thus, this study aimed to determine the level of implementation of the VMGO of Bohol Island State University to the students, parents, cooperating agencies, and the community. Specifically, this study was designed to evaluate the level of implementation of VMGO in terms of participation in the formulation or revision, dissemination, awareness, and integration. This study utilized the descriptive survey method. Slovin’s formula was applied in choosing the respondents, specifically the students, in selecting the cooperating agencies, and the community, purposive sampling was used and in choosing the parents, convenience sampling was applied. Questionnaires were distributed to two hundred thirty-one (231) students and ninety -three (93) parents from BISU Balilihan, 86 barangay officials in the municipality of Balilihan, and 90 representatives from cooperating agencies. Based on the findings, the level of implementation of VMGO is best implemented as perceived by the students. Otherwise, it is better implemented based on the findings from other groups of respondents. The researchers have come to the conclusion that students of BISU-Balilihan Campus have higher level of awareness and acceptability than of the parents, community, and cooperating agencies. Keywords: Awareness, dissemination, goals, implementation, mission, objectives, vision, descriptive research design, Philippines *Co-Authors: Evangielyn P. Lumantas, Ernesto B. Alijay, Girlie Velle T. Lapat, Estrella Marie V. Bungabong, Bohol Island State University - Balilihan Campus

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Academic Program Preferences of Grade 12 Senior High School Students of Paracelis, Mountain Province DIXTY L. CARANTO http://orcid.org/0000-0003-1941-2518 sbaguirre@yahoo.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Bontoc, Mountain Province The study intended to identify the preferred academic programs of the Senior High School Students (SHS) of Paracelis, Mountain Province and the reasons why the students prefer these programs, and recommend programs that can be offered at MPSPC, Bacarri campus, Paracelis, Mountain Province. Using a descriptive research design, questionnaires were utilized to gather the course preferences of Grade 12 SHS students in the different high schools of Paracelis. The most preferred academic programs of the SHS students of Paracelis are Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education major in English, Bachelor of Science in Criminology, Bachelor in Technical Vocational Teacher Education major in Automotive Technology, Bachelor in Elementary Education, and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Financial Management. The students prefer these courses because they believe that there are more job opportunities available for graduates of these courses, they are influenced by their parents and relatives, they have strong passion for these professions, their grades are high in subject area(s) related to the courses, and these courses are offered in their choice of schools. The following are the courses recommended by the senior high school students of Paracelis to be offered in MPSPC: Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Filipino, Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Physical Education, Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Values Education, Bachelor of Arts in English (AB English), and Bachelor of Arts in Humanities (AB Humanities) Keywords: Education, course preferences, descriptive quantitative design, Mountain Province, Philippines

Women’s Involvement in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in the Province of Pangasinan, Philippines RANDY F. SORIANO https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3442-4464 randycathyandreieury@gmail.com Tandoc National High School Philippines Disaster risk reduction is the practice of reducing disaster risks through systematic efforts to analyze and reduce its impact on society, environment (UNDRR, 2019), and a vulnerable populace such as women. This study measures the degree of women’s involvement in DRRM, a significant difference in DRRM involvement across profile, seriousness of problems encountered and significant relationship between women’s involvement along DRRM thematic areas and problems encountered. This descriptive study utilizes 368 selected respondents from Pangasinan LGU’s, through stratified random sampling and Slovin’s formula. In data gathering, survey questionnaire was used. Data analysis tools were frequency count and percentage for profile, AWM for degree of involvement in DRRM thematic areas. MANOVA, for hypothesis test on significant difference in women’s involvement across profile. AWM for seriousness of problems encountered and Spearman Rank Correlation for hypothesis test on significant relationship between women’s involvement along thematic areas and problems encountered. Findings revealed that women are moderately involved in DRRM, no significant difference in their involvement across profile except length and status of employment. Women perceived DRRM problems as moderately serious. Lastly, there is a significant relationship between women’s involvement along thematic areas and problems encountered. Keywords: Social Science, women, DRRM, risk reduction, descriptive research design, Philippines

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Sustainable Local Tourism Industry in BLOM Areas EDRICK RAY S. SANTAMARIA htttps://orcid.org/0000-0002-2463-3924 edrickraysantamaria@yahoo.com Surigao del Sur State University – Lianga Campus, Philippines A study in Sustainable Local Tourism Industry in BLOM Areas was conducted on December 2015 to March 2016 for benchmark data of existing and potential tourists destinations in the Municipalities of Barobo, Lianga, Oteiza/San Agustin, and Marihatag (BLOM). An inventory of eco-tourism attractions like beaches, islands, caves, and falls; also agro-industrial, socio-cultural attractions like festivals and indigenous products was done. It aimed to establish the status of these attractions, the level of implementation of tourism, structure, and governance. A researcher-made questionnaire was the main tool used. Stratified Purposive Random Sampling was employed, a combination of quantitative and qualitative research in assessing sustainability. Interviews, focused discussion and document analysis were the secondary sources of data. The study claimed that BLOM recognizes R.A. 9593 or the Tourism Act of 2009 and other related legal bases; that BLOM have rich Tourism potentials other than those recognized by the Provincial Tourism Office. The status of the Local Tourist Attraction is found good, tourism enterprises much available, often visited by tourist, often functional but has seasonality. Recognition of tourism in development policies and project in tourism is partially implemented. Tourism policies and governance is partially implemented, promotion and support investment in tourism poorly implemented, and measures for sustainability on local tourism development and operation is poorly implemented. Analysis of Variance was used to determine significant difference. In the Turkey pairwise comparison test, there exists a significant difference among four (4) BLOM areas. Intervention program is then conceived to strengthen the tourism industry in BLOM. Keywords: BLOM, tourist attractions, destinations, sustainable tourism

Utilization of Bible-Related Concepts in Teaching Mathematics SOMERSON C.KIS-ING http://orcid.org/ 0000-0001-6656-6339 somersonkising@gmail.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Philippines This study determined the profile of mathematics teachers, the frequency of use of Bible-related concepts in teaching mathematics and the difference between the frequencies of use of Bible-related concepts in teaching mathematics when compared according to sex. It also determined the level of effectiveness of utilization of Bible-related concepts in teaching mathematics as perceived by the teachers. The data were gathered from mathematics teachers in Christian schools in Baguio City and La Trinidad, Benguet using a questionnaire. Practitioners and “experts” were interviewed for items to be included in the questionnaires. Data were analyzed using percentage, weighted mean, and t- test. The study found that most of the teachers had a teaching experience of five years and below. More than half of the teachers graduated in public schools. In the current school where the respondents are teaching, the schools required Bible-related concepts utilized in teaching. Majority of the Christian schools provided trainings on how to utilize Bible-related concepts in teaching. In addition, the frequency of use of Bible-related concepts in teaching mathematics is usually used. Moreover, there is no significant difference between the frequencies of use of Bible-related concepts in teaching mathematics when compared according to sex. Finally, the teachers perceive that the utilization of Bible-related concepts in teaching mathematics is very effective. Keywords: Mathematics, Bible-related concepts, teaching, descriptive design, Philippines, Asia

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Resilience to Disaster of Beach Resorts in Lianga Bay Municipalities LIAFLORA O. ORCULLO http://orcid.org/0000-0002-8559-7795 liafloraorcullo@gmail.com Surigao del Sur State University Lianga Campus, Lianga Surigao del Sur Philippines Lianga Bay, Surigao del Sur, Philippines, is one of the coastal areas established with beach resorts regularly visited by tourists. Located along the shorelines, it offers beautiful beaches and scenic tourist spots. However, as it faces the Pacific Ocean it is highly prone to typhoons and other disasters. This study aims to identify the occurrence of disasters among beach resorts in Lianga Bay municipalities: Barobo, Lianga, San Agustin and Marihatag, and assess the disaster preparedness activities undertaken by the personnel of each establishment. The study employed descriptive survey method to gather data in the form of questionnaires. The highest occurrence of natural disasters or calamities that hit the beach resorts of Lianga Bay towns was Tropical Depression based from responses and as were experienced by the townspeople. In terms of disaster preparedness among resort operators, the management plus their crew had a rating of not low or not high to signify they are not well prepared and managed in times of disaster. The Checklist for Disaster Preparedness to determine the level of readiness is provided to the LGU by the researchers to serve as their guide and recommended to be part of the requirements for the construction of future beach resorts. Keywords: Environment, beach resorts, management, disaster, occurrence, disaster preparedness, assessment, descriptive research design, Lianga Bay, Surigao del Sur, Philippines

Rape Profile in Mountain Province, Philippines CLAIRE KAPLAAN PECKLEY LAFADCHAN http://orcid.org/0000-0001-9145-6828 caplaanclair@gmail.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Bontoc Campus, Philippines The Philippine Commission of Women states that rape is one of the most prevalent forms of violence against women and children (VAWC) in the Philippines. This is true in Mountain Province. The study revealed that among the 10 municipalities of Mountain Province, for four years 2014-2017, Paracelis consistently holds the highest reported cases of rape. Most of the victims’ ranges from ages 20 and below and perpetrators ranges from ages 11-30 years old. As revealed by the data obtained in the Provincial Police District, rape takes place between 8:00 in the morning to 8:00 in the evening. This study highlights three factors that contributes to the commission of rape which are: experience, curiosity, and availability of the victims. Based from the interviews, there are situations where persons can be vulnerable to rape. These situations can be the influence of social media, bad exposure, and absence of adult supervision. The observance of agreeing to settle within the barangay level is being practiced because of the influence of culture. Further, an institutional mechanism should be strongly established in the barangay level. Keywords: Availability of victims, incest, rape profile, victim vulnerability, descriptive research design, Philippines *Co-authors: Willow F. Pangket, Venus Naida P. Bawiyan, Parline T. Ullalim, Flordeliza G. Cruz, Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

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Research Environment and Research Orientations of Senior High Schools in Southern Philippines EDMAR E. MENDOZA https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2457-102X mendozaedmar844@gmail.com Notre Dame Village National High School Philippines

SAIDAMIN P. BAGOLONG https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1372-0192 saidamin_bagolong@ccspc.edu.ph Cotabato City State Polytechnic College, Philippines

The era of research-based education is now the most effective way of improving the services of schools. The study aimed to evaluate the implementation of research environments and research orientations of teachers among Public High Schools in South Philippines using the descriptivepredictive research design to randomly select 277 respondents employing mean, Pearson r Correlation, and Regressions analysis. Findings revealed that the implementation of research environments in terms of administrative initiatives and research capability enhancement of teacher–researchers was high. But in terms of financial support and incentives to research, and teachers teaching loads and research undertakings was moderate. Further, the implementation of research orientation in terms of teachers’ expertise in research designs and scientific writing competence was moderate, but the teacher-researcher sustained interest was high. The correlational analysis between the implementation of research environments and research orientations of teachers revealed a significant relationship in all aspects, which indicates the null hypothesis is rejected. The best predictors that emerged on the implementation of research environments were administrative initiatives and research capability enhancement of teacher–researchers. Hence, the teachers have struggled due to a lack of competence in conducting and utilizing research as basis for planning and formulating interventions to the identified problems in teaching learning process. Keywords: educational administration, research environment and orientations, descriptive-predictive, correlation and regressions, Philippines, Asia

Indirect Feedback for Syntactic Errors Delivered through Collaborative Negotiation and Group-Chat Mediation SANDRA B. AGUIRRE http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8099-0000-7899 sbaguirre@yahoo.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Bontoc, Mountain Province To improve the communication skills of the students is the primary concern of a language teacher. Writing is the hardest skill among the four communication skills a student should develop so the objective of this study is directed to the enhancement of the students’ writing skill. It aimed to know whether collaborative negotiation or group-chat mediation is better in delivering indirect feedback on the written outputs of students. With quantitative method, data gathered from the written outputs of the students were analyzed. Results show that collaborative negotiation is a better way of delivering indirect feedback compared to group-chat mediation. This implies that if a teacher really wants a student to improve on his/her writing skill, the former should have a personal interaction with the latter instead of conveying the comments through the use of technology in social media such as group- chat. Keywords: Indirect feedback, collaborative negotiation, group-chat mediation, syntactic errors, quantitative research design, Philippines

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Project Educational-Video Assisted Reciprocal and Strategic Reading (Eares): An Intervention Program to Address Difficulties In Word Recognition and Comprehension Among Grade 6 Pupils in Tuhian Elementary School, Philippines ALLAN A. TALAIN https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8181-035X allan.talain@deped.gov.ph Department of Education Division of Quezon Many learners struggle in mastering reading skills. Hence, this study aimed to test the effectiveness of Project EARES in addressing difficulties in word recognition and comprehension among Grade 6 learners in Tuhian Elementary School, Philippines. Experimental research design was utilized in this undertaking. Specifically, a posttest-only controlled group design was employed to demonstrate causality between the intervention and an outcome. The respondents involved 40 Grade 6 learners who comprised the control and experimental groups, formed through random assignment. In connection, the reading performance of the respondents in both groups was assessed using the standardized passages from the Philippine Informal Reading Inventory (Phil-IRI) at two points of the experimental study: one was before the treatment (pretest) and the other one was after the treatment (posttest). Meanwhile, arithmetic mean and independent sample t-test were used to analyze and interpret the gathered data. Since the t-values of 0.33 and 0.19 respectively are lesser than the critical value of 2.2024 at α = 0.05, the null hypothesis was accepted. Thus, there was no significant difference between the pretest scores of two (2) groups regarding word recognition and comprehension. On the contrary, there was a significant difference between the posttest scores of both groups in terms of word recognition and comprehension since the t-values of 2.57 and 5.14 respectively are more significant than the critical value of 2.024 at α = 0.05. It means that the use of Project EARES in the treatment group is more effective than the traditional way of reading instruction which was utilized in the control group. Furthermore, the utilization of Project EARES as a reading intervention program that provides explicit instruction in metacognitive strategy within mixed- ability cooperative learning group is a useful tool in addressing difficulties in word recognition and comprehension resulting to the improvement of reading performance. Keywords: Project EARES, intervention program, word recognition, reading comprehension, reading performance, experimental research design, Philippines

Locus of Control and Attitudes of Stakeholders Towards Inclusive Education SALOME C. LATABEN https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0172-4663 latabensalome@gmail.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Philippines Due to the observed exclusion of children with special educational needs in society and even in education, schools in different nations opened their doors to the idea of inclusive education. This descriptive research examined the locus of control and attitudes towards inclusive education of stakeholders of 3 schools in Baguio City. The study used Levenson’s Model and MATIES to answer the four problems. To analyze the gathered the data, it utilized weighted mean, t-test and Pearson’s Product Moment of Correlation. With the results, the study concludes that administrators and teachers of the 3 participating schools in Baguio City are committed and focused on their obligations and responsibilities, but some are affected by the “bahala na” value of Filipinos. Their administrators support the idea of inclusion, however, teachers have expressed some reservations. On the other hand, position does not influence attitudes towards inclusive education; and, finally, age, sex and position do not in any way influence the relationship of locus of control and attitudes towards inclusive education. This study was translated to a recommended program of activities that can be used to strengthen favorable attitudes of teachers and administrators towards inclusive education. Keywords: Inclusion, inclusive education, locus of control, internal, external-chance, external-others, attitudes, stakeholders, descriptive research design, Philippines

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Developing Research Culture among Basic Education Teachers of Batangas Province, Philippines EDJIE P. CALANOG http://orcid.org/0000-0001-6410-4800 edjie.calanog001@deped.gov.ph San Gregorio Integrated School Philippines In the Philippines, professional growth and development is one of the key result areas for individual teacher’s performance commitment and review. The conduct of action research has already become part of the annual performance appraisal for all teachers. This study aimed to develop the research culture among basic education teachers in the Division of Batangas Province. The descriptive type of research was utilized in this study. A researcher-made questionnaire was the main data gathering instrument, and data was further enriched by the interview and focus group discussion. Respondents included 381 basic education teachers in Batangas Province. The statistical tools used were frequency, percentage, weighted mean, t-test, and ANOVA to analyze and interpret the gathered data. Results revealed that basic education teachers demonstrated a positive attitude toward research as they strongly agreed that research plays an important role in achieving DepEd’s mission and vision and enables teachers to examine and explore classroom and school problems and their solutions. Also, a significant difference is identified in the attitudes of the respondents when grouped according to profile. The basic education teachers also revealed administrators to moderate extent support in intrinsic motivation, technical assistance, leadership, and research skills. Collaboration and support systems from the workplace, heavy teaching loads that affect the practice of research, and recognitions to researchers conducting research were the identified challenges and constraints in conducting research. Based on the weaker strands of the study, research management initiatives were proposed. It includes details about the projects, objectives, and doable activities and strategies to increase research capability and productivity of elementary teachers. Keywords: Action research, basic education teachers, research culture, management program initiatives, descriptive research design, Philippines

Entrepreneurial Management of Dole Kabuhayan Beneficiaries DARWIN PHILIP C. ALERA http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4380-9497 cherweg_darphil@yahoo.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Bontoc, Mountain Province, Philippines Entrepreneurship is viewed as important to empowering the poor, enhancing production, and as an impetus to innovation. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in its commitment to pursue inclusive growth through its DOLE Integrated Livelihood Program (DILP) or popularly known KABUHAYAN Program contributes to decent work outcomes including enhanced employability of workers and particularly competitiveness of enterprises. This study examined the entrepreneurial management practices of the DOLE KABAHAYAN Program beneficiaries. Descriptive qualitative method of research was utilized using documentary analysis, focus group discussion, interview and observation from the 12 organization beneficiaries. The study revealed the entrepreneurial management practices basically observed were planning, organizing and project execution particularly in production, marketing and finance. The beneficiaries encountered problems from the livelihood projects such as productivity limitations, poor cash flow management, strapped budget, insufficient financial management and professional experience, and inadequate marketing strategy. The project beneficiaries to review its plans to assess where the business is; to review the marketing plan to improve its marketing strategies on other viable distribution channels; adopt appropriate pricing strategies and promotion activities; and adopt technology based production and new product development; develop financial management strategies; and the organizational plan to include working rules and policies; and sustain the organizing practices employed and adopt other workable organizing principles. Keywords: Entrepreneurship, livelihood, Department of Labor and Employment, strategies, polices, Project beneficiaries, descriptive qualitative method, Philippines *Co-Author: Marshall N. Pachingel, Department of Labor and Employment

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

The Implementation of Students Affairs Services of Ifugao State University-Potia Campus: A Formative Evaluation MATRONILLO M. MARTIN https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7411-1526 matt_martin122680@yahoo.com Ifugao State University-Potia Campus Philippines The main purpose of this study is to evaluate the implementation of Students Affairs Services (SAS) of Ifugao State University Potia Campus using formative evaluation. Mixed Methods of Research (MMR) design was employed to determine the level of satisfaction of the students in the existing DSSD programs, to identify the significant difference on the perception of the students per college on student welfare and student development, to identify the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; satisfaction in terms of the different studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; services and development, and to find out the grassroots initiatives of administrators to improve the implementation of students services and development. All the official students from the five different colleges were served as respondents of this study using total enumeration technique. Weighted mean and spearman rank were used to determine the level of satisfaction of the students in terms of student welfare and development and its significant difference. On the other hand, descriptive analysis was used to identify the grassroots initiatives of the administrators on how to improve the services. Based on the findings, students were satisfied along with these areas of: student organization and activities, admission, student council, campus ministry, services for students with special needs, and guidance counseling. However, the university has to pay closer attention to food services and international student services. The university, specifically the Department of Student Services and Development (DSSD) of has made efforts, determination, and strength of mind to offer and provide students with purposeful and functional student services program both welfare and development holistically. Hence, the administrator shall conduct an evaluation of all the other stakeholders to have a holistic point of view on the evaluation of the SAS. Keywords: implementation, services, student welfare and development, satisfaction, mixed-method research design, Philippines *Co-Author: Anne Marie D. Pahiwon, Ifugao State University-Potia Campus

Financial Decision Making-skills of Managers of Small and Medium Enterprises in Relation to Business Performance JOHN PHILIP S. RACAZA https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1504-8168 johnphilipracsan@gmail.com Jose Rizal Memorial State University, Philippines

The financial environment of a company is the main factor for business success, especially SMEs, forced to be highly efficient in allocating their limited resources to ensure survival and generate profits by financial constraints. This study aimed to look into the relationship of financial decision skills among managers of SMEs and business performance in Dapitan and Dipolog Cities, Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines, during the calendar year 2018. The study utilized the quantitative method. A standardized questionnaire checklist was made. The respondents were managers and employees. Secondary data from financial statements was also utilized, and the use of financial ratio was made in determining the business performance of SMEs. The main statistical tools used were frequency count, mean computations, analysis of variance, and Pearson r product moment coefficient of correlation. The study revealed that managers of Small and Medium Enterprises in Dapitan and Dipolog Cities only exhibit intuitive skill to cash ratio and rational skill to debt ratio. These findings support the claim that managers or owners practice intuitive skills and rational skills were effective in dealing with their financial obligations. The researcher recommended that managers of SMEs should participate in training and seminars to enhance and develop the exact skills in financial decision-making that are attributable to business performance. Keywords: Financial decision-making skills, decision-making skills, rational skill, intuitive skill, SMEs, business performance, financial ratio, quantitative research method, Philippines, Mindanao *Co-Author: Wilfredo D. Carreon Jr., Jose Rizal Memorial State University

IVCIRHE 2020 â&#x20AC;˘ October 1-2, 2020

Governance, Maqashid Sharia and Their Effect on Islamic Social Reporting: Cases in Indonesia KAUTSAR RIZA SALMAN http://orcid.org/0000-0000-0000-0000 kautsar@perbanas.ac.id STIE Perbanas Surabaya Indonesia

DJUWARI http://orcid.org/0000-0002-2750-3463 djuwari@perbanas.ac.id STIE Perbanas Surabaya Indonesia

Research on disclosure of corporate social responsibility is still dominated by independent variables that are conventional in nature and are applied to conventional entities. It is still rare to find research that examines sharia variables on social responsibility disclosures and is carried out at Islamic commercial banks in Indonesia. The current study aims to obtain empirical evidence of the influence of the level of Islamic governance and the maqashid sharia index on Islamic social reporting. The research object is 11 Islamic commercial banks in Indonesia in the 2010-2016 period. The data analysis technique used Partial Least Square with SmartPLS version 3 software by applying convergent validity testing, discriminant validity, reliability, and hypothesis testing. The results of the research prove empirically the positive influence of Islamic governance on Islamic social reporting, while the maqashid sharia index does not affect Islamic social reporting. These results indicate the role of the implementation of Islamic governance on the extent of Islamic social reporting. Keywords: Islamic governance, maqashid sharia index, Islamic social reporting, Indonesia

Compliance to Gynecological Diagnostic Examinations CALUM JAN A. KITONGAN https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0509-7123 jangiez16@yahoo.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Bontoc, Mountain Province The periodic health screening examination like gynecological exams helps detect the following ailments of women that are especially amenable to early diagnosis and treatment. In Mt. Province, it is observed that some women undergo gynecological diagnostic examinations voluntarily and some do not. Others undergo such since these are required by their health care providers. The researchers believe that the over-all wellbeing of women in government service is very important as they are partners in development. The research design for this study is descriptive correlational research design. This method is used to gather information from the premenopausal and menopausal women concerning their profile, knowledge of gynecological diagnostic examinations specifically on papilloma smear, AA wash, mammography and ultrasonography; their compliance and their extent of compliance to these exams. The respondents are much knowledgeable on the gynecological diagnostic examinations. There is significant difference on the level of knowledge of respondents on the examinations according to civil status and occupation but no significant difference according to age and religion. Respondents very much complied with the different gynecological diagnostic examinations. However, there is no significant difference of the extent of compliance of the gynecological diagnostic examination according to age, civil status, religion and occupation. There is no relationship of knowledge and compliance on the gynecological diagnostic examinations. Keywords: Gynecological, Diagnostics, premenopausal, menopausal, descriptive correlational research design, Philippines *Co-Author: Georgina P. Maskay, Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

Theme: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.â&#x20AC;?

Impact of Agricultural Loan to Local Farmers in Surigao del Sur, Philippines AIZA CORPUZ – GUIBIJAR https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8188-2417 azuprocs@gmail.com Surigao del Sur State University – San Miguel Campus, Philippines This paper aimed to determine the impact of the agricultural loan with the local farmers in the Province of Surigao del Sur. A descriptive research design was used in the study. It was conducted in the top two rice producers in Surigao del Sur. Data from the pre-assessment survey and interview were treated by using the weighted mean to determine the impact of agricultural loan to local farmers in Surigao del Sur. The strongly agree adjectival rating of the extent impact of the agricultural loan with the local farmers in Surigao del Sur. Thus, agricultural loan helps farmers who engage in production. Keywords: Agricultural loan, impact, farm production, local farmers, smallholder farmers

Building Ethnic Identity Through Hybridity and Anaphoric Tropes in Selected Igorot Ethno Music JONNELLE D. FAGSAO http://orcid.org/000-0002-7470-2203 jonnellefagsao@gmail.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Bontoc, Mountain Province, Philippines Music functions as a principal creative place in which to discover hybridity. It offers a medium in which they can consecutively preserve distinctiveness while also leaving an opportunity for improvisation and variation. This paper explores the social and cultural context behind the ethnic music popularized by the Salidummay Cultural Group (SCG), the Petune (P), and the Living Anitos (TLA) in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), northern Philippines, drawing on the works of Drout (2006) and hybrid identity anchored in Berger and Luckman’s (1966) Social Constructionism Theory (SCT) for its theoretical and conceptual orientations. Textual analysis and sociological-cultural inquiries were conducted. It attempts to show how the selected ethnic bands use [indigenous] music as a strategy to navigate their Igorot statuses through musical styles and approaches such as improvisations, hybridity, and anaphoric repetitions. The three selected ethnic bands are being accepted and loved as talented and motivated artists from their Igorot heritage, and also acknowledged the essential character their cultural backgrounds play in shaping their musical Igorot identities. Keywords: Anaphoric repetition, ethno music, hybrid identity, Igorots, improvisation, Kaigorotan, Philippine hinterlands *Co-Author: Annie Grail F. Ekid, Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

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Predictors of Junior High School Enrollment for Proposed Appropriate Forecasting Model with Confirmatory Factor Analysis JOEFEL T. LIBO-ON https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2339-464X onemanbrave@gmail.com Romblon State University Romblon, Philippines The use of forecasting models is essential for advanced decision making and planning. The current study is a descriptive-analytical in nature and is conducted to determine factors that can predict and forecast the number of Junior High School enrollees basing the eleven-year historical records of Tanagan National High School. The data were gathered from the school registrar, guidance counselor, and Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The unemployment rate; sex; parent’s highest educational attainment; honors; the distance of the school from home; parent’s income; employment of parents, government beneficiaries, and the number of graduates from catchment area are found significant predictors of enrollment. There were three forecasting models found and by confirmatory factor analysis, the most appropriate model is ; where is referred to the number of enrollment and refers to parents’ highest educational attainment. Experimental results yield a 1.61% difference in the forecasted and actual numbers of enrollment. Keywords: Forecasting model, enrollment, model, multiple regression, confirmatory factor analysis, Romblon, Philippines

Internationalization Practices of Philippine Higher Education: Tier 4 Higher Education Institutions’ Perspectives EMILSON B. VIBAR http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8345-147X ebvibar@ust.edu.ph Polytechnic University of the Philippines- Sta. Mesa, Manila, Philippines University of Santo Tomas- España, Manila, Philippines Higher Education Institutions are now being encouraged to internationalize as a mechanism to improve the state of higher education. Hence, this study explores the current internationalization practices of select Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the National Capital Region (NCR). Using a descriptive-evaluative design, a content-validated, reliability-tested questionnaire was employed. A total of one hundred (180) eighty administrators participated in the study. The study made use of a Likert Scale to measure the current practices in internationalization. Percentage, frequency, weighted mean, chi-square, and fisher’s exact test of independence were used for data analysis. Findings indicate a growing interest in promoting internationalization. Furthermore, it was revealed that their internationalization practices are significantly associated to their level of institutional accreditation, organizational infrastructure and budget allocation to internationalization. It is recommended to establish linkages to HEIs with best practices in internationalization for benchmarking purposes. As an offshoot, the researcher proposes a Comprehensive Institutional Internationalization Model as a guiding framework to tier 4 HEIs in promoting and advancing internationalization. Keywords: Internationalization of Higher Education, Descriptive-evaluative design, Tier 4 Higher Education Institutions, National Capital Region- Manila, Philippines, Holistic Indicators of Internationalization. Comprehensive Internationalization for Global Engagement *Co-Author: Dr. Ma. Junithesmer D. Rosales, Polytechnic University of the Philippines - Sta. Mesa Manila, Philippines

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Heirloom of Knowledge: Teacher-parents and their Prioritization of the Education of their Children KATHERINE JOYCE M. CASTRO https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5568-8290 castro_katherinejoyce@rocketmail.com Polytechnic University of the Philippines Santa Maria Bulacan Campus, Philippines Education is the best heirloom that a parent can give to his or her children. The researcher purported to answer the central problem: How do teacher-parents prioritize the education of their children? The informants of this study were the twenty (20) primary and secondary teacher-parents in the Division of Bulacan, Philippines who are purposively selected. Each informant should have 3-6 children who have graduated from college. The qualitative research method was applied in the study. This study utilized the phenomenological-narrative approach. The study’s main tool is a semi-structured interview questionnaire. After the completion of the interviews, all data were transcribed and then analyzed using content analysis. Based on the results of the study, the following findings were noted: Securing a better future of their children serves as the greatest motivator for the teacher-parents in sending their children to school. Teacher-parents assured that their children will finish their studies on time by securing the finances for the education of their children no matter how it takes. Keywords: Education, teacher-parents, education of children, qualitative research, Philippines

On the Translation and Validation of MPSPC’s VMGO as L2-L1 Learning Practice JONNELLE D. FAGSAO http://orcid.org/000-0002-7470-2203 jonnellefagsao@gmail.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Bontoc, Mountain Province, Philippines Qualitative-translation research analysis is not an easy task as it involves knowledge of different approaches and techniques of the appropriate languages. This paper presents an exploration of key processes and concepts involved in conducting translation of the VMGO from L2 to L1 language by the research team and other selected validators and analyzes students’ reaction to the use of translation as a L2-L1 learning practice. Classroom-Based research that lasted for one (1) semester was conducted with 36 students who were taught based on translation as an L2-L1 learning practice technique. Following this period, the students were asked for their perceptions of translation experiences through a survey questionnaire adapted from Liao (2006). The results show that the students have had positive ideas regarding translation as a subject and a practice. More specifically, they believe that the use of translation helps them to analyze linguistic features both on L2 and L1. The bilingual translation strategies used were described as important strategies in the translation process. The study concludes that translation tasks could promote MPSPC students’ receptive and productive skills in the translation learning process. The result recommends that the validated translation be approved in the response of the AACAP’s recommendations and for the benefit of the stakeholders. Keywords: Bontok-Kankanaey language, Chau’s Cultural Model of Translation, Eisner’s Consensual Validation, Levinsojn’s framework, Nida’s Functional Equivalence Theory, Philippines *Co-Authors: Susan A. Lopez, Willow F. Pangket, Julie Grace K. Mi-Ing, Rolando Tawana, Mountain Province State Polytechnic College

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Issues, Perceptions, and Challenges of Amalgamation in Higher Education Institutions in Calabarzon: Quality School Management Strategic Plan MAURO D. LUCIDO JR. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0211-1954 mauro.lucido@lspu.edu.ph Laguna State Polytechnic University - San Pablo City, Philippines This quantitative-survey described the occurring scenario among higher educational institutions having amalgamation as one strategy for rationalizing the Philippine higher education. The study dealt with the perceptions, issues, and perceived challenges of 90 administrators and 260 instructors/professors concerning amalgamation in Higher EducationInstitutions (HEI) among the selected state universities and colleges in Region IV-A (CALABARZON) during the academic year 2017-2018. A researcher-constructed questionnaire served to gather the data. Results indicated that the administrator-respondents are very much aware on the idea of amalgamation than the instructor/professorrespondents. The respondents agreed in most of the items about amalgamation of HEI along access and equity, efficiency and effectiveness, relevance and responsiveness, utilization of resources, and quality and excellence. As to the issues on amalgamation, the administrators comparably perceived a serious issue on amalgamation practices that needs urgent action in terms of the following: a) delivery of projected student number; b) plans to meet financial and strategic goals; c) blueprint for the merged entity; d) governance and organization structure during the pre-merger phase; e) governance and organization structure during the transitional phase; f) governance and organization structure during the post-merger phase; g) quality assurance; h) program offering; i) funding/resource allocation; j) research and self-financing activities; k) Capital expenditure requirements; and l) employees’ rights. A significant difference between the perception of the administrator- and instructor/professor-respondents towards the issues on amalgamation practices in terms of access and equity, efficiency and effectiveness, utilization of resources, quality and excellence, and blueprint of the merged entity was established at 0.05 level of significance. Keywords: Education, amalgamation, perception, issues, challenges, quantitative method, Philippines

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Feedbacks on OJT Program from Students: Inputs for Enhanced Local Internship in Agriculture HONEYLET J. NICOLAS

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4430-0764 honeyletnicolas@basc.edu.ph Bulacan Agricultural State College Philippines The assessment of internship programs from the point of view of the students helps in the overall process of planning, implementation, and evaluation of HEI internship programs. This study aimed to assess the on-the-job training program for undergraduate agriculture students in terms of its industry partners, implementation, and problems encounteredto propose strategies for the planning and implementation of the OJT program for the new curriculum intended for K-to-12 graduates. The study utilized the descriptive-evaluative survey method using an adopted and modified questionnaire. Based on the results, the 217 respondents assessed their host training establishments to be very satisfactory in terms of facilities, communication, regard for people, empowerment, and work ethics. The interns rated the internship program as excellent in terms of overall effectiveness and linkage, and very satisfactory in terms of policies. These results are due to the fact that the interns seldom encountered problems while they are on training. An action plan was proposed by giving strategic options in the key result areas of linkages and policies. Strategies were suggested to enhance the overall implementation of the internship program and optimize the benefits that may be derived by the students, industry partners, and the College. Keywords: Higher Education, Internship, Descriptive Research, Philippines

Managing Mathematics Instruction in Small Schools in the Province of Batangas, Philippines CARLOS M. ROSALES

http://orcid.org/0000-0002-2455-6084 carlos.rosales001@deped.gov.ph San Nicolas Integrated High School Calangay, San Nicolas, Batangas Mathematical abilities are developed from everyday life experiences, and students improve their mathematics abilities according to innate natural talent and learning style. This study assessed the pedagogical and learning competencies of mathematics teachers in small schools in Batangas province. It covered the description of learning competencies in terms of number and number sense, algebra, geometry, probability and statistics, pedagogical competencies relative to mastery of content, utilization of approaches and strategies, application of evaluation tools, and classroom setting. This study also covered the teachers’ management skills in planning, resource allocation, and decisionmaking. Teachers’ strengths and weaknesses were also identified with the end view of proposing a management module to enhance mathematics instruction. The descriptive method of research was utilized in the study with the use of a questionnaire as the main data gathering instrument and enriched by interview and focus group discussion. Respondents include 139 teachers from the small schools in the province of Batangas. The statistical tools utilized were weighted mean and t-test. Results from the findings revealed that teachers were greatly competent in probability and statistics and moderately competent in number, and number sense, algebra and geometry. They, too, manifested great pedagogical competence in the mastery of content, utilization of approaches, and strategies and application of evaluation tools. In terms of management skills, mathematics teachers strongly agreed that they have the skills in planning, resource allocation, and decision-making. Moreover, there was a significant relationship between teachers’ pedagogical competencies and management skills. Being respectful to all members of the school community served as the greatest strength and limited ability to the art of questioning as teachers’ weakness. The output mathematics module aims to enhance teachers’ competencies in teaching mathematics Keywords: Pedagogical competencies, small school, management module, descriptive research design, Philippines

IVCIRHE 2020 • October 1-2, 2020

Strand and Statehood Predictors of Senior High School Graduates in Aurora State College of Technology ALFREDO C. PADIOS JR.

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9004-4351 alfredopadios@ascot.edu.ph Aurora State College of Technology Philippines

Philippines has now graduated two Senior High School (SHS) batches since its major education reform but not much were studied regarding its graduates. Thus, a tracer study was conducted focusing on SHS graduates’ strands and statehood. Alignment of strands to their chosen degree was also analyzed. Descriptivecorrelational survey method was employed. Responses received were screened, grouped according to strand then randomly sampled. A total of 523 responses out of 919 graduates remained for analysis. Results showed that most graduates are within the ages 19-21, 84.7% belong to the lower income categories and only half have degrees aligned to their SHS strand. Relative to curriculum exits, 90.82% pursued college education, 4.02% are employed, 1.15% are entrepreneurs while 4.02% are layabouts. Sex, age and monthly family income explained their chosen strand while both sex and monthly family income explained their statehood. It is recommended that career guidance program be strengthened in all schools to help students choose their SHS strand and college courses, provide gender education that no strands and college courses are exclusively for the rich, male or female. With the novelty of the study and its findings, this research may be used as a springboard for further studies and policy-making activities. Keywords: Tracer study, Senior High School, Strand, Statehood, curriculum exit, Descriptive-Correlational, Philippines *Co-Authors: Rovelyn L. Lejano, Sophia Ann T. Gorospe, Vanessa L. De Asis, Aurora State College of Technology

Career Development Program for Junior High School English Teachers BLADEMER O. MANALO

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5117-2684 blademer.manalo001@deped.gov.ph Coral na Munti National High School Agoncillo, Batangas, Philippines Despite the existence of some policies to promote career growth, still, the fact remains that many teachers face problems on this matter. This study aimed in proposing a career development program by describing the profile of junior high school English teachers and showing its association to the extent of their commitment and responsiveness to instruction, research, and community service. Moreover, it also identifies both issues related to career development. In order to attain the objectives, this research endeavour utilized a descriptive method of research using a questionnaire as a data gathering instrument. Findings showed that teachers responded to the call of continuing professional development by earning post-graduate degrees but had few related trainings and limited memberships. In addition, they showed commitment and responsiveness only to a moderate extent with regards to research and community service. The data further proved that instruction depends on training and development while research depends on membership to professional organization. It also stressed the findings that an organized and well-planned career development contributes to individual and organizational growth. However, issues and challenges may occur in the workplace if the administration fails to prioritize this. There is also a need for more training and memberships in various organizations and often participation in professional development activities is also recommended. Keywords: Education, teacher’s career growth and advancement, descriptive, Philippines

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Development and Pre-Use Evaluation of Instructional Materials in Undergraduate Animal Science Courses for Agriculture Programs HONEYLET J. NICOLAS https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4430-0764 honeyletnicolas@basc.edu.ph Bulacan Agricultural State College Philippines In order to facilitate meaningful learning, it is necessary to create and use quality but locally-suited instructional materials in higher education. In this study, three instructional materials (IMs) in Animal Science specialization were made and evaluated following a modified ADDIE model (ADDE). The pre-use evaluation, done by twenty agriculture faculty, was conducted using an adapted and validated instrument. Results showed that all features of the three IMs are excellent in all of the criteria (objectives, contents, assessment, and language). The study is important in providing quality IMs for agriculture students to improve their competencies in animal science courses. It is also beneficial for agriculture faculty since they can use readily-available IMs and can focus more on mastering other teaching strategies and on performing other functions. Keywords: Agricultural Education, Instructional Development, Descriptive Research, Philippines

Capability of Surigao Del Sur in Establishing Call Center TESSIL JOY L. LOREN

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6143-983X tessiljoyl@gmail.com Surigao del Sur State University Surigao del Sur, Philippines

The purpose of this study was to investigate the capability of establishing a call center in Surigao del Sur. Thus, positive results can be beneficial to the young professionals, to the business people, to the provincial government, and the future researchers as this study will provide additional information for a similar capability study in Caraga Region. This study utilized the quantitative research method. The study was conducted in the province of Surigao del Sur, Philippines. The respondents of the study were selected through random sampling were the local government units, real estate professionals, and the private sector. The results of the findings indicated as to the demographic profile in terms of its availability of communication facilities. It disclosed that the communication facilities in Surigao del Sur are moderately favorable. For the area demographic of Surigao del Sur, it is highly capable of establishing a call center. Finally, the study recommends the proposed action plan, intervention program, and project proposal to any entrepreneur or investor who wants to venture in the call center business. Moreover, this research study can also be a baseline data for those researchers who would like to conduct a feasibility study in establishing a call center in Caraga Region XIII. Keywords: Call center, Action Plan, Intervention Program, Project Proposal Capability Study, Call Center Agents, Entrepreneur, Local Government Units, Real Estate Professionals, and Private sector, quantitative research design, Philippines

IVCIRHE 2020 â&#x20AC;˘ October 1-2, 2020

Effects of Different Agricultural Waste-Derived Biochar on Soil Chemical Properties under Soil Paddy Condition ANGELICA L. LABIANO

https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1562-8282 angelica.labiano.99@gmail.com Surigao del Sur State University San Miguel, Surigao del Sur, Philippines Biochar (BC) is a term used to refer any organic material subjected to thermal decomposition or pyrolysis has made clamor today because of its ability to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions, reducing fertilizer need, and the amount of carbon sequestered. With the good attributes that biochar is showing, the study conducted have this major objective of determining the effects of different agricultural waste-derived biochar on soil chemical properties (soil pH, organic matter content, exchangeable K, and extractable K) under soil paddy condition. This study was done based on a soil incubation study having two collection periods (30-D and 60-D) to evaluate the effects of the biochar materials such as corn cobs, rice hulls, sugarcane bagasse, young and old coconut shell refuse on soil chemical properties. For comparison, an initial characterization was performed on both soil and biochar materials. The results show that Young Coconut Shell Refused Biochar (YCSRB) application to the soil at 2 tons ha-1 have shown a significant effect towards the exchangeable K and increasing performance towards other soil chemical properties. In conclusion, the type of biochar materials and the duration of incubation have significantly influenced the chemical characteristics of the soil. Keywords: Agriculture, biochar, soil incubation, experimental design, Philippines, Asia

VirGu: Optimized Campus Virtual Tour Guide Based on A* Algorithm MELIZANDE S. URIARTE https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1608-1362 meldeeuriarte@gmail.com Surigao del Sur State University Surigao del Sur, Philippines VirGu is a virtual tour guide application that enables the user to find and obtain the routes in much more detail than static maps of the campus and determine the optimized shortest path to traverse to avoid confusion during its visit. A* search algorithm is used to find the shortest path from the source to destination in an even three-dimensional environment simulation and heuristic approach to guide tour in an optimized way. VirGu gives precise location details at the user’s own time and pace in mobile form. Thus, reduces effort walk all over the campus. This was designed based on the Android cross-platform engine and distributed as a mobile application. Testing and evaluation was conducted by students, faculty, staff and visitors with a rating of 4.56 or Excellent. Keywords: Computer, A* Search, Algorithm, Virtual Tour Guide, Shortest Path, Optimization, Surigao del Sur Philippines

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Supply Chain of Seaweeds in Surigao del Sur, Philippines BERNARDITA G. QUEVEDO http://.org/0000-0003-7105 quevedo.bernardita@gamil.com Surigao del Sur State University Surigao del Sur Philippines The Province of Surigao del Sur, Philippines is blessed with abundant marine resources that offers tourism and food industries. One of the resources that provide food and livelihood to the coastal stakeholders is the seaweed farming industry in the selected municipalities where seaweeds farming is viable. This study determined the socio-economic and demographic profile of the seaweed farmers, and the seaweed production capacity of volume harvested per cycle; it identified problems encountered by farmer/grower, producer, and processor, and mapped the seaweed supply chain in the Province of Surigao del Sur. The study employed qualitative and quantitative methods in generating data. The study revealed that seaweed farmers used two (2) species; the Eucheuma cottonii and Kappaphycus alvarezii tied to the posts and soft thread with floaters. Most harvested 100 kgs and earned Php 21,000.00 and above after 45 days of culture. Growers also engaged into seaweeds drying. Seaweeds products are traded within barangays, municipalities, and province and in the region. In Bislig City, farmers sold their seaweeds to their organization. Responses on environmental management on farming and harvesting, marketing are all favorable; however, some responded that marine pollution increased due to farmers failed to follow good aquaculture practices. The LGU,DA-BFAR and NGOs supported farmers their farming needs. Many coastal residents opted for seaweed farming than capture fisheries they believed that after 45 days of culture an income for the family. Keywords: Seaweed, coastal stakeholders, seaweed farming, mixed-method research design, Philippines

Level of Skills on MS-Office Productivity Software and Use of Internet for Communication of Office Clerks WINZEAL R. AGOC https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1499-9524 wynzyl.agoc@gmail.com Bohol Island State University - Balilihan Campus Philippines The ability to use office productivity tools is an essential skill in the everchanging workplace brought about by the advancement in technology. This study was conducted to determine office clerksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; level of skill on MS-Office Productivity Software and the use of the internet in the communication in the municipalities of Balilihan and Catigbian in relation to their profile in terms of age, length of service, number on times in using the computer, and seminars/training attended on computer education. The descriptive method with the aid of a modified questionnaire was used. All the collected data was interpreted and analyzed, then presented in table forms. The findings showed that there is a significant relationship on the skills of office clerks in MS-Office Productivity software operations and use of the internet in communication in response to the specified demographics. The level of their skills is on average, between extensive and sufficient ability. Since many persons entering the workforce of office clerks are expected to have skills on MS-Office Productivity Software Applications and use the internet for communication, training and workshops should be designed and conducted to provide office clerks an adequate literacy on the said computer competencies. Keywords: Technology, productivity software, office clerks, skills, descriptive research design, Philippines *Co-Authors: Ivy Jane S. Asilo, Gabrene D. Diaz, Bohol Island State University - Balilihan Campus

IVCIRHE 2020 â&#x20AC;˘ October 1-2, 2020

The Agronomic and Yield Traits of Corn Intercropped with Legumes under Surigao del Norte Condition ERMA C. TAER https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5728-3377 ermataer@gmail.com Surigao State College of Technology – Mainit Campus, Philippines Intercropping is one efficient way of increasing production. Hence, research was conducted at Alegria, Surigao del Norte, Philippines to assess the agronomic and yield traits of the three white corn intercropped with legumes. The study was two factors experiment having corn varieties (Malagkit, Tiniguib and Sigue-sigue) versus legumes intercrop (mungbean, peanut and bush sitao) in a Randomized Complete Block Design. Data on vegetative, reproductive and yield performance were taken. No variations on plant height of corn during 30 and 90 days after planting (DAP). In 30 DAP, Tiniguib had higher number of leaves than the Malagkit and Sigue-sigue. Malagkit intercrop with peanut had lowest leaf count than those intercrop with Bush sitao and Mungbean during 90 DAP. Malagkit was the earliest variety to reach 50% tasseling and 50% silking. In Siguesigue, ear height when intercrop with mungbean, also the longest ear length when intercrop with Bush sitao. Effects of variety and intercrop also variety x intercrop interactions were not significant in number of ears and 1000 seeds weight. Plot yield was greater in Sigue-sigue and Tiniguib. In variety, Sigue-sigue had highest return on investment (ROI) when intercrop to peanut followed by Tiniguib + Bush sitao. Overall, Sigue-sigue and Tiniguib corn intercropped with either peanut or bush sitao are profitable farming system under Surigao del Norte condition. Keyword: Agronomy, agriculture, cropping system, factorial, climatic condition, adoptability, companion crop, Philippines

Design and Fabrication of Arduino-based Microcontroller Development Training Board WENDELL S. GALEOS https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0217-9676 wendell.galeos@msunaawan.edu.ph Mindanao State University at Naawan Naawan, Misamis Oriental, Philippines In the microcontroller laboratory, most students spend a lot of time debugging the circuit connections on their breadboard rather than on the program code that is to be uploaded. Thus, this project aims to design and fabricate a gizDuino-based microcontroller development training board and uses it as an educational tool for technological design activities. Using the MultiSim software, circuit designs of every learning module are layout and PCB (Printed Circuit Board) are designed using the Ultiboard software. This development training board consists of fifteen (15) on-board embedded modules, including the mainboard. Designing this type of training board is to show such an embedded system with more different functions modules can be created. With the use of created laboratory activities, the board can then be utilized for teaching and learning microcontrollers by using only one development training board. The students of Mindanao State University-Naawan, Naawan, Misamis Oriental, Philippines characterized the training board as very useful in enhancing their knowledge in microcontroller programming and interfacing. Moreover, the development board offers faster and effective prototyping of Arduino-based microcontroller projects. Keywords: Arduino-based microcontroller, gizDuino-based microcontroller, microcontroller, Multisim, Ultiboard, development training board, training modules, Arduino-based projects, MSU-Naawan, Philippines

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Establishment of Dragon fruit (Pitaya) Plantation DANALYN J. DONES https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7160-9791 danalyndones@gmail.com Surigao del Sur State University Lianga, Surigao del Sur, Philippines Dragon fruit is among the most nutritious and wonderful exotic fruits in the world. Dragon fruit production is a profitable enterprise and a promising means of raising the income of farmers in the Philippines. Successful planning of a business today is an essential part of dragon fruit plantation. The framework of this study pertains to its contribution to economic growth of the city and the populace. These benefits are realized in some ways, from a strengthened immune system and faster healing of bruises and wounds to fewer respiratory problems. The study determined the demand involving respondents from the different groups, namely: Municipality Agriculture Officers, Agriculturist Technician, and Farmers. It is however, difficult to measure the sustainability of a new entrant to the market. Thus, the researcher considered interview guides and carrying out these interviews to those experts. To this effect, the researcher uses the descriptive quantitative design method of analysis. The researcher considered feasibility aspects to make this study better and to justify the data gathered. In all areas, the proposed business turned out to be feasible. Keywords: Dragon Fruit, Healthy Options, descriptive quantitative research design, Philippines

Management of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) System-Mediation among Public High Schools in Southern Philippines ANALYN M. BALLESTEROS

https://orcid.org/ 0000-0002-1691-3440 analyn.ballesteros001@deped.gov.ph Camp Siongco National High School Philippines

SAIDAMIN P. BAGOLONG

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1372-0192 saidamin_bagolong@ccspc.edu.ph Cotabato City State Polytechnic College Philippines

Schools have long recognized the necessity of dispute resolution for the many different stakeholders who come together to live and work in the school setting. The study aimed to evaluate the management of alternative dispute resolution system-mediation among public high schools in Southern Philippines using descriptive-predictive design to randomly select 355 respondents employing mean, Pearson r Correlation, and Regression analysis. Findings revealed that the level of management of alternative dispute resolution program in terms of confidentiality keeping was high while the capability of personnel in handling disputes and resource building were both moderate, but the administrative cases handled were very low. The level of objectives of Alternative Dispute Resolution in terms of processing of complaints/grievances/request for assistance, settlement of the dispute, and the execution and enforcement of settlement of dispute were high. The correlational analysis between the management of alternative dispute resolution system-mediation and its attainment of objectives revealed with significant relationship in all aspects, which indicates the null hypothesis is rejected. The best predictors that emerged were confidentiality keeping and resource building for dispute management which the null hypothesis is rejected. Hence, capability building program of the schools and personnel in dispute management must be strengthened. Keywords: Educational management, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) System-Mediation, descriptivepredictive, correlation and regressions, Philippines, Asia *Co-Author: Saidamin P. Bagolong, Cotabato City State Polytechnic College

IVCIRHE 2020 â&#x20AC;˘ October 1-2, 2020

Citizen Satisfaction: Assessing the Delivery of Services of the Bontoc Local Government LUZLYN M. AGWILANG

http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8294-7860 ghrlps2002@yahoo.com Mountain Province State Polytechnic College Philippines Assessing the satisfaction of citizens on the delivery of services of the local government unit (LGU) can be used for agenda-setting of economic and human development plans and goals. Bontoc is the center of Mountain Province, therefore, the assessment of its residents’ satisfaction is a worthy basis for possible policy development to improve processes in the local government. The Citizen Satisfaction Index Survey (CSIS) of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) was used in this study. Using multi-stage probability sampling, 150 respondents distributed in the 15 barangays of the municipality were interviewed. The study assessed the areas of Health Services, Support to Education, Social Welfare, Governance and Response, Public Works and Infrastructure, Environmental Management, and Economic and Investment Promotion. Overall, citizens have high satisfaction and require low need for action on the services of the LGU. This study recommends that the LGU give priority to citizens’ suggestions for the service areas especially on public works and infrastructure and economic and investment promotion. Concerned offices should intensify information drive to promote their different banner programs and projects. Certain forms of corruption, while under minimal risk, can erode public trust; hence, the issues cited by some citizens need to be addressed by appropriate bodies. Keywords: Governance, citizen satisfaction, descriptive quantitative research design, Philippines *Co-authors: Annie Grail F. Ekid, Rolando Tawanna Jr., Timothy Puma-at, Laire S. Ligligen, Rochelle Ann C. Dalayon, Emmie P. Aroy, May Crisline Gumihid

Tracer Study of Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Academic Year 2011-2016: An Online Tool ALEX T. AJOC https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3708-9101 Ajoc.0215@gmail.com Surigao del Sur State University Surigao del Sur, Philippines The graduates are known as the strongest evidence of the success of a program in terms of employment and positions held. Moreover, they are strong sources of input about the importance of the program in the current labor market. This research was performed to assess the employability of the BSBA programs graduate. The study also aimed at gathering feedback about the BSBA program, which could be used to enhance its quality education. The study used a descriptive research design. The respondents were BSBA graduates from 20112016. Data collected were subjected to basic descriptive statistical tools such as frequency, percentage, and mean. Keywords: Graduate Tracer, Employability of Graduates, Employment Status, BSBA Graduates, Business Economics, and Financial Management, descriptive research design, Philippines

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Assessment on the Readiness of BISU Balilihan Electronics Technology Program to Meet Industry Standard ERNESTO B. ALIJAY JR. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5933-7359 ernesto.alijay@bisu.edu.ph Bohol Island State University Balilihan Campus Philippines The main thrust of the study was to assess the readiness of BISU electronics technology program to meet the industry standards. The study utilized a descriptive survey design with the aid of questionnaires and casual interviews. This was conducted and participated by BISU instructors and students, electronics shop proprietors, supervisors, proprietors at the same time electronics operator in the Province of Bohol. Based on the findings, after a thorough and careful analysis of the study, the researcher arrived at the following conclusions. Almost all the skills undertaken in the electronics shop are commonly performed in the respective daily shop work activities whether they are done in the school or the industry. These facilities are indispensable for day-to-day operations in the shops regardless of their types. Hand tools and equipment are both important and needed in the school electronics laboratory and in the electronics shop in the industry of Bohol to carry out the daily hands-on activities. Most of the basic tools and equipment found in the electronic shop industry of Bohol are also available in the electronics shop laboratory of the school upon which the students acquired the basic operational skills needed in the industry. Keywords: Readiness, facilities, electronics shop, laboratory, hands-on activities, skills, descriptive research design, Philippines *Co-Author: Emiliano C. Maravilla, Bohol Island State University

Deconstruction of Themes in ‘Grand Theft Auto IV’ JOHN ERIC A. TADEO https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7383-8117 jettadeo@gmail.com Philippine Military Academy Baguio City, Philippines ‘Grand Theft Auto IV’ is a videogame which has garnered universal critical acclaim due to the innovations in gameplay and narrative at the time of its release. Alongside this success, the game has been marred with various controversies due to its depictions of sex, drugs, and violence; with the game’s intention of immersing the audience in its gameplay, opposing critics have emphasized the possible morally-degrading effects and negative influence, especially to young players. However, supporting critics have asserted that GTA IV’s gameplay likewise explores moral dilemmas worthy of introspection. This study takes the latter concept and enforces the same through the formal discipline of Literary Criticism. The objective of this study is to establish applicable videogame narratives as literary pieces, as illustrated in the deconstruction of themes in the videogame ‘Grand Theft Auto IV.’ The method used is Literary Analysis/ Literary Criticism in expounding themes and exploring binary oppositions in the videogame. The overall result of the study is the extrapolation of topics on the modern human conditions as portrayed in the game. This study concludes that videogame narratives – even a controversial one at that – are rich avenues for Literary Analysis. Keywords: Literature, Literary Criticism, Literary Analysis, Deconstruction, binary oppositions, narrative, videogame, Philippines

IVCIRHE 2020 • October 1-2, 2020

Spectrum of Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) Most Beneficial to Radish (Raphanus sativus L.) Root Growth and Weight JOCELYN P. SERRANO https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4072-8544 jocelyn_pastrana@yahoo.com Surigao del Sur State University – San Miguel Campus Philippines This was conducted primarily to assess and evaluate the Spectrum Photosynthetic Active Radiation (PAR) most beneficial to Radish (Raphanus sativus) root growth and weight. The objective of the study is to characterize and evaluate the morphological development of Radish most beneficial to the Photosynthetically Active Radiation to the root growth and weight. The study claimed that Radish (Raphanus sativus L.) raised under the same condition differ significantly in terms of root growth and weight when filtered by specific light spectrum using cellophane as filtering material. Statistical analysis results show that T2 (red light) has extensively affected the root growth of radish. Furthermore, the most discernable effect of red light was on the weight of radish wherein its mean weight 189.58g is quite higher than the three treatment, which averaging only of 145.83g, 116.67g and 112.5g for T3 (blue light), T1 (control) and T4 (Presumed white color). To some degree, the filtering materials serve not only in transmitting specific light but they provide protection of the plant against environmental adversities. Keywords: Photosynthetically active radiation, radish, cellophane

Pilot Sensing Device Simulator IRVIN B. DUMAPIAS https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6744-6451 dumapiasirvin17@gmail.com Bohol Island State University – Balilihan Campus, Philippines The main intention of this study was to design and assemble the Pilot Sensing Device Simulator and assessed further its effectiveness as an instructional device. The researcher observed no actual sensing device (or mock-up) that the instructor can use during discussions related to automation studies. The study employed the experimental design, particularly one group pre skilltest- post skilltest design. This design used to measure the change in the outcome before and after an intercession was implemented. The efficiency in imparting the knowledge and skills to the students being evaluated. The researcher utilized a questionnaire for the students and experts. To acquire the necessary information on the acceptability level of the device, the researcher conducted observations on the device. When the gathering of data was finished, the researcher analyzed and interpreted the data. Based on the findings of this study, the proponent highly recommended the instructional device can be employed by the instructors that are related to automation studies. It helps the students to understand the uses and functions of different sensors. Indeed, the researcher came up with a conclusion that is a useful instructional tool. It was recommended that the administration might utilize the research output for instructional purposes. Keywords: Automation, sensors, instructional device, experimental research design, Philippines

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”

Android-Based Augmented Reality Tourists Guide Application CHRISTINE W. PITOS https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4765-543X chrisyyyy@gmail.com Surigao del Sur State University Surigao del Sur Philippines This scientific pursuit aimed to develop an Android-based Augmented Reality Tourists Guide Application to enable tourists to experience a visual presentation of tourist destinations in the province of Surigao del Sur, particularly in the BLOM (Barobo, Lianga, Otieza/San Agustin, Marihatag) areas. An Augmented Reality was designed to demonstrate a real-time view, yet artificially augmented information generated and overlaid by a specific computer system including digital images, texts, and global positioning system location data. The mobile-based application offered a three dimensional panoramic virtual tour guiding of the tourist destinations in both offline and online mode. The study employed a modified questionnaire to assess the usability of the developed mobile application. Results have shown that the Android-based Augmented Reality Tour Guide yielded the highest level of acceptability with a grand mean of 90.52% in terms of effectiveness, efficiency, and satisfaction. Further, results reveal that the augmented tour guide application is an excellent digital platform offering travel information to tourists. Additionally, the study could potentially enhance the tourism experience through personalized services offered to meet each touristâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique needs and preferences. Keywords: Computer, Augmented Reality, Mobile App, Panoramic, Tourism Experience, Surigao del Sur Philippines

IVCIRHE 2020 â&#x20AC;˘ October 1-2, 2020

IASPER Book of Abstracts

Theme: “Research for Collective Survival in the New Normal Environment.”