Education Policy and Development

Enhancing the Science Performance of Grade 11 HUMSS Students Through Writing-Based Activities

Rainiel Bryan Domasian — 2025-03-31

Writing activities, including research paper writing, learning logs, lab reports, and essays, were systematically incorporated into the curriculum to enhance students' learning experiences. This study examined the impact of integrating writing-based activities into science instruction, focusing on 35 Grade 11 HUMSS students. Utilizing a pre-test/post-test experimental design, the research was conducted over three weeks and encompassed two science lessons to assess the effectiveness of this approach. Pre-test and post-test assessments, as well as teaching materials, were used as research instruments. The findings revealed a significant improvement in post-test scores (Mean = 21.68, SD = 2.45) compared to pre-test scores (Mean = 12.57, SD = 2.29), with a p-value of 2.60E-18, demonstrating the effectiveness of these activities. This outcome highlights the potential of writing-based activities to enhance science performance and advocates for their broader implementation across subjects and grade levels. Furthermore, it underscores the importance of providing professional development for teachers and establishing a monitoring system to sustain the positive impact of these activities on student academic achievement.

The Influence of Social Learning on Flight Operation Officer Competency Mediated by Emotional Intelligence: A Study at the Akademi Penerbang Indonesia Banyuwangi

Rochmad Setiawan — 2025-03-31

The aviation industry requires highly competent Flight Operations Officers (FOOs) for safe and efficient operations. This study explores the relationships between Social Learning, Emotional Intelligence (EI), and FOO competencies using Social Learning Theory (SLT) and emphasizing observation and experiential learning. Competencies include technical and non-technical skills, such as judgment and teamwork, which are vital for high-pressure aviation environments. This research examines SLT processes, EI levels, and FOO competencies among 72 students at the Akademi Penerbang Indonesia (API) Banyuwangi, determining the direct and indirect influences of Social Learning on competencies through EI. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed with Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Results revealed that social learning significantly impacted EI and competencies (p < 0.05), with EI acting as both a direct and mediating factor. Students with higher EI demonstrated enhanced decision-making, problem-solving, and interpersonal collaboration, which are key to FOO roles. Findings suggest integrating EI-focused training, including simulations, role-playing, and feedback mechanisms, into FOO curricula to strengthen core competencies. This study contributes to aviation education by building on Bandura’s and Goleman’s theories, emphasizing how SLT and EI integration can better prepare students for real-world aviation challenges. By highlighting these elements’ importance, the research advocates for balanced technical and nontechnical training in future aviation education programs.

Financial Management Practices of Instructors of Catholic Higher Education Institutions in The Cagayan Valley Region: Basis for Financial Wellness Program

Karen Joy Catacutan — 2025-03-31

This study investigates the financial management practices of instructors at Catholic higher education institutions in the Cagayan Valley Region. The study employs a mixed-methods approach to examine budgeting, recordkeeping, financial control, and cash management practices. The study used a descriptive survey for quantitative research and basic qualitative research for qualitative research. A total of 269 instructors participated in the study, which was conducted from January to June 2023. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, whereas qualitative insights were derived through thematic analysis. The findings indicate that budgeting and financial control are often practiced, whereas recordkeeping and cash management are sometimes practiced. Differences in financial management practices were noted across demographic profiles. This study highlights the need for financial wellness programs to address gaps in financial literacy and promote effective financial management practices among educators.

Literacy Culture in Edutainment Teaching Aids for Early Childhood Education: A Mix Method Study

Iwan Hermawan — 2025-03-31

The demand for upgrading Teaching Aids increases in line with curriculum developments, especially in the aspect of literacy culture. Teaching Aids is a strategic medium for improving children's literacy skills by bringing the concept of education and entertainment (edutainment) to early childhood. This study aims to explore perceptions of the use of teaching aids that focus on reading corners to develop a literacy culture for ECE children. A holistic perspective was adopted in the study by presenting three perspectives from parents, children, and teachers through a mixed-method approach. Data collection was carried out using random sampling techniques at kindergartens/PAUDs in Indonesia through questionnaire surveys and observations. The findings of this study reveal that an integrative holistic approach strengthens literacy culture as a lifestyle, not just a hobby, and supports the development of students' reasoning and logic. It involves teaching aids from teachers and parental support to create comprehensive character education

Bookstore Operations Practices of a Private Higher Education Institution in the Philippines: Basis for the Proposed Guidelines for Effective Bookstore Management

Ohlie I Macatangay — 2025-03-31

Bookstore management plays a vital role in ensuring timely and cost-effective supply of educational materials. This study examined bookstore operations practices in a private higher education institution (HEI) in the Philippines. This descriptive-quantitative research used researcher-structured questionnaire distributed in-person to the 133 respondents composed of 66 college and 67 senior high school students of the subject HEI. The data gathered were analyzed with statistical tools such as frequency, percentage, standard deviation, weighted mean, and Spearman rank correlation. Results revealed that the bookstore operations was found well-managed considering its proper inventory management practices and the highly acceptable level of customer service provided to their customers. The efficient management of the bookstore justifies the acceptable customer satisfaction ratings and the non-existence of serious problems related to bookstore operations. The study also revealed a significant relationship between bookstore operations practices in terms of inventory management, and customer satisfaction in terms of value and pricing. However, there was no significant relationship revealed between inventory management and customer satisfaction in terms of inventory and availability. Likewise, no significant relationships were revealed between customer service, and both dimensions of customer satisfaction (inventory and availability, and value and pricing). Based on these findings, proposed guidelines were developed to further enhance bookstore management practices. This study serves as a foundation for policies promoting efficient bookstore operations in HEI and other similar academic settings.

School Head Literacy Leadership Functions and the School Reading Level Of Key Stage 2: An Input to Retooling Program for Literacy Instructional Leadership

Alona M. Raton — 2025-03-31

This study aimed to determine the implication of the school heads’ literacy instructional leadership functions to the school reading level of the Key Stage 2 in the select public elementary schools in the City School Division of Cabuyao. The researcher used a quantitative descriptive method that used questionnaire survey in gathering data from 142 Key Stage 2 teachers and six public elementary school heads in Cabuyao City. The following statistical tools in the conduct of the study were used: Frequency and percentage for respondents’ profile; Weighted Mean for the literacy leadership practices; t-test for significant differences in the perception of teachers and school heads on the literacy leadership functions; and the Pearson R to determine the relationship of the school heads’ literacy instructional leadership functions and the Key Stage 2 reading level. On the findings of the study, the two sets of respondents’ perceptions of the school heads’ level of practice of the literacy leadership functions has an Overall Mean difference of 0.12 and computed t-value of .0671; as a result, the null hypothesis remained valid, but the importance of the monitoring and assessment strand was shown. On the test of a significant relationship between the school heads’ literacy leadership functions and the school reading profile, the computed r-value is .050, which implies a fragile association between the two variables, and the computed p-value is .925, which resulted in no evidence against the null hypothesis. Hence, there is no significant relationship between the literacy leadership functions and the school reading profile.