Pub Date : 2019-12-27DOI: 10.57200/apjsbs.v16i0.155
G. Cabrera
Forensic psychology is an emerging field in the Philippines. For this reason, an exploration in the practices, trends and future directions in the field is imperative. Hence, this study focused on identifying the common qualifications and credentials of professionals in the forensic psychology in the Philippines; the necessary skills in fulfilling a career in the field; the areas of professional practice in forensic psychology in the country; the ways of engagement of professionals in forensic settings; the various issues and challenges faced by the practitioners; the necessary improvements for forensic psychology in order to advance as a professional practice in the country. This descriptive study utilized a researcher-made questionnaire formatted in checklist-multiple response and forced choice ranking styles. Professionals who hold licenses in the field of social work, psychology, and guidance and counselling were visited in the offices and clinics for data collection. On the preference of some respondents, an alternative online survey form was also provided. Data collected were presented frequency counts, percentage distribution and ranking. This study involved 35 professionals engaged in the field of forensic psychology. Majority of them were master’s degree holders (42.86%) and are in the field of forensic for 1 to 5 years (51.43%). Twelve (12) of them are registered social worker; five (5) were registered guidance counselor; nine (9) were registered psychologist; and another nine (9) were registered psychometricians. Results revealed that psychological testing skills, clinical strengths, and ethical uprightness are the necessary skills for forensic psychology practitioners. Meanwhile, the major line of practice were in VAWC cases, child custody evaluations, competency assessment to stand in trial and annulment. They were engage in the practice through referrals from other professionals. The challenges and issues facing the field were concerns on confidentiality, neglect in the mental health of the clients, lack of graduate or post-graduate training, appropriate skills in assessment, professional fee concerns and conflict of interest among and between allied professionals and the referring party. Measures for professional advancement of the status of Philippine forensic psychology as suggested by the respondents include more relevant trainings and workshops, offering of graduate or post-graduate courses, conduct of local empirical researches and additional professional certification specifying forensic practitioners.
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Pub Date : 2019-12-27DOI: 10.57200/apjsbs.v16i0.162
Neil Brianne Digal, A. M. Walag
Various studies have found that several factors affect student academic performance. The focus of this study was to determine influence of self-efficacy, study habits and teaching strategies to student performance in science of the Junior High School students. The study utilized descriptive research design examining the relationship of self-efficacy, study habits and teaching strategies to Science performance across grade levels. The results revealed that the overall Science performance of the 323 sample respondents from Grades 7 to 10 is satisfactory. Varied teaching strategies in teaching Science were experienced about half of the lessons by the students. Significant differences in student’s performance in science and teaching strategies experienced among grade levels while no significant difference was found in the students study habits and self-efficacy. The overall rating on the study habits of the students is moderately good, and among the three variables, only self-efficacy can significantly influence the academic performance in Science of the Junior High School students. It is recommended that in-depth study to qualitatively determine the relationship of variables studied in this research.
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Pub Date : 2018-12-27DOI: 10.57200/apjsbs.v15i0.133
Maribel G Valdez, Lina C Hidaglo
Higher education institutions are learning organizations where academics and students are engaged in meaningful learning. A focus on students’ achievement of academic and social outcomes is important because we want to have professionals who have graduated with not only the content knowledge and skills, but also with the social skills, the process in which they observe the behavior of others and its consequences, and modify their own behavior accordingly. Professional culture of HEIs has to be periodically improved to meet the changing needs of the time. One of the many processes that may be looked into is the pedagogy or this this case the andragogy. Bukidnon State University is known as a teacher-trainer in the region. The university believes that it should be the innovators of education. It trains its student-participants to be trainers of teachers in the different divisions and regions of Mindanao. In the Graduate School it accepts the Department of Education scholars and teachers of Mindanao who want to become innovators. They are at the same time the administrators of their own schools. The university is also the K-12 service providers. This is why there is a need to study its own practices so that it will become more responsive to its clientele, and its graduate students would become better, if not the best teachers and educational administrators of their schools.
{"title":"An Initial Foray into the Productive Pedagogies Practices of an English language Program: Realities","authors":"Maribel G Valdez, Lina C Hidaglo","doi":"10.57200/apjsbs.v15i0.133","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.57200/apjsbs.v15i0.133","url":null,"abstract":"Higher education institutions are learning organizations where academics and students are engaged in meaningful learning. A focus on students’ achievement of academic and social outcomes is important because we want to have professionals who have graduated with not only the content knowledge and skills, but also with the social skills, the process in which they observe the behavior of others and its consequences, and modify their own behavior accordingly. Professional culture of HEIs has to be periodically improved to meet the changing needs of the time. One of the many processes that may be looked into is the pedagogy or this this case the andragogy. \u0000Bukidnon State University is known as a teacher-trainer in the region. The university believes that it should be the innovators of education. It trains its student-participants to be trainers of teachers in the different divisions and regions of Mindanao. In the Graduate School it accepts the Department of Education scholars and teachers of Mindanao who want to become innovators. They are at the same time the administrators of their own schools. The university is also the K-12 service providers. This is why there is a need to study its own practices so that it will become more responsive to its clientele, and its graduate students would become better, if not the best teachers and educational administrators of their schools.","PeriodicalId":233251,"journal":{"name":"Asia Pacific Journal of Social and Behavioral Sciences","volume":"17 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2018-12-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126872839","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2018-12-27DOI: 10.57200/apjsbs.v15i0.141
Maribel G Valdez, Jiemalyn B. Paulican, Jasmine J Adriatico
A descriptive study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of the ALS radio-based instruction broadcasted by dxBU of Bukidnon State University using the variables on curriculum, teaching/learning methods, monitoring and evaluation, instructional materials, learning environment and classroom environment, and ALS-RBI leadership and the feedback of the implementers, barangay Education Committee chairs, coordinators, specialists, supervisor, and learners. Using a researchers-made instrument with Cronbach alpha 0.90, the study found that all participants strongly agreed that the above variables are effectively implemented, with ANOVA showing no significant difference in the responses with consistent feedback among the participants. There were identified concerns which thus formed the recommendations of the study.
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Pub Date : 2018-12-27DOI: 10.57200/apjsbs.v15i0.148
Francis Thaise A. Cimene, Fiona Mary M. Cabrillos, Maria Eliza D Santdander
In almost all societies, people find the speech of others an irresistible target of criticism. This study aimed to analyse how language can be a source of conflict between Maranaos and Bisaya-speaking residents in Iligan City and Cagayan de Oro City. Data were gathered using the qualitative method of research involving twenty respondents. The findings revealed that when Bisaya-speaking locales hear individuals speak Maranao language they become cautious and distrustful. The Maranaos shared the same reaction. Both groups tend to withdraw and avoid possible interaction for fear of being misunderstood and offensive. There were instances when the Maranaos, to avoid criticism and conflict, would try to speak fluently in Bisaya hiding the Maranao accent. Since interaction is inevitable between the two groups, this study documented words used that violated the maratabat of Maranaos. Maratabat is the Maranaos’ deep sense of personal honor, dignity, self-esteem, and reputation. This is one aspect that makes them different from the other ethnic groups in Southern Philippines. This study concludes that language can be a source of conflict for the Maranaos especially when their maratabat which gives them a sense of pride and honor that is violated.
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Pub Date : 2018-12-27DOI: 10.57200/apjsbs.v15i0.140
E. C. Yee
This study aimed to examine the practices on capital investment decision analysis and sought to determine whether CIDA as a company practice has contributed to the improvement of shareholder’s value of selected corporations in Region 12. Corporations in Region 12 practice capital investment decision analysis / capital budgeting. Some companies follow the models specified in accounting text and some do not follow the models suggested by authorities but have formulated their own processes. Companies ensure that proposals selected have met the standards. In evaluating the investment proposals, they rely more and base their decision on qualitative factors. Although there are industries that are not benefited much by the practice on capital investment decision analysis, results show that on the average the practice has positive influence on company’s sales and profit and on the dividend received by the shareholders which are indication of enhanced company’s value. Corporate capital investment decision analysis or capital budgeting along the processes of generation of investment opportunities, project analysis and approval, implementation, monitoring and controlling and post-implementation audit should be done and implemented by corporations for it can possibly improve or enhance company’s value.
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Pub Date : 2018-12-27DOI: 10.57200/apjsbs.v15i0.143
C. R. Repuya, Glorie Sumalinog Repuya
The study explored the implication of cognitive model to mathematics learning. Specifically, it determined the relationship and effects of students’ attitude towards mathematics (ATM) and mathematics self-efficacy (MSE) to students’ mathematics performance. The study utilized the mixed method of research. The participants of the study were the 304 second year teacher education students to determine the causes, effects, and ways of overcoming negative ATM and low MSE. Results revealed that students’ ATM and MSE were both significantly correlated and affect mathematics performance. The main cause of negative ATM was the teacher’s behavior and pedagogy. The causes of low MSE were personal ability; fear of committing mistakes; and destructive feedback from teachers. Students’ negative ATM and low MSE resulted on students performing less in class. To overcome these challenges, teachers should treat seriously the need for improving the cognitive model among the students, because it influences their lives today and in the future. Teachers should help students manage their thoughts, emotions, and behavior positively towards mathematics. It can be done through teachers’ careful curriculum planning, writing, & implementation with appropriate supported curriculum that aims to develop positive ATM and high MSE among students. The students also need their parents’ support through monitoring, and checking their progress.
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Pub Date : 2018-12-27DOI: 10.57200/apjsbs.v15i0.147
J. Brooks
Exploring Developmental Mathematics in Community College: Faculty Members’ Perspectives on How Internal and External Dynamics Influence Student Success Abstract Objective: Recent studies have shown that successful completion of developmental mathematics can impact a students' academic achievement and completion of their educational goals. However, few students have examined the internal and external dynamics that can influence a students' level of engagement in developmental mathematics. To identify the internal and external factors that influence students‘ success at developmental mathematics courses at a community college based on the opinions of developmental mathematics instructors, class room observations, and institutional documents. The following research question guided the study: What internal and external dynamics influence student success in developmental mathematics at a community college? Method: We chose to conduct an exploratory case study using qualitative methods of data collection; interviews with developmental mathematics instructors, observations of developmental mathematics classes, and analysis of documents to understand the issue from multiple perspectives. Data were collected from developmental mathematics instructors at a community college located in the northern region of the east coast. Results: Findings indicated that internal dynamics related to the need for changes in institutional policies and guidelines can influence success in mathematics. External dynamics such as secondary schooling practices and local businesses involvement in the curriculum can weaken or strengthen the mathematics pipeline and influence student engagement. Contributions: This study uncovers some of the internal and external dynamics that can influence a students‘ engagement in developmental mathematics and subsequently her/his probability of achieving desired educational outcomes. Therefore, we discuss the importance for institutional leaders and external partners to examine practices that may impede student academic achievement.
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Pub Date : 2017-12-29DOI: 10.57200/apjsbs.v14i0.90
Elvira B. Sumbalan, C. Libertad, Jocelyn D. Lapay
There is no competency activity index currently available that can objectively assess the skills and competencies of students. The main objective of this study was to develop a responsiveness index to assess the development of the 21st Century abilities and competencies in the Philippine school systems in the teaching of the 21st Century skills. Specifically, it intends to: identify the major dimensions of the responsiveness index and its key indicators; determine the optimal weight for each dimension and key indicators; determine the variables and its influence to the major dimensions, and validate the responsiveness index derived from a pilot sample.It was conducted in the Province of Bukidnon and its neighboring provinces of Misamis Oriental, Agusan del Sur, Davao City and Lanao del Sur last School Year 2014-2015. The Delphi approach and other statistical tools were utilized to gather and analyze the data. Findings showed the four major dimensions of the 21st Century skills as ways of thinking, ways of working, tools for working and skills for living with respective key indicators. Optimal weights were also determined per dimensions and its respective key indicators. It was also found out that variables like age, gender, educational attainment, employment status and employment agency influence the four dimensions. The responsiveness index was validated by one thousand respondents coming from different parts of the educational sector, both public and private as well as different stakeholders and different professions using a systematic random sampling. The developed responsiveness index is an easy, valid, and responsive to assess 21st -century abilities and competencies and can be useful to teachers, school leaders, and educational policy makers in the teaching and development of 21st Century abilities and competencies.
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Pub Date : 2017-12-29DOI: 10.57200/apjsbs.v14i0.92
Robert W. Spires, Jeremy Tost
AbstractLife in rural Cambodia is difficult and rural women face issues such as gender-based violence, limited educational opportunities, and pressure to work while maintaining domestic roles. The current exploratory study examines the attitudes of rural Cambodian women (n = 48), framed within in context of migration to Thailand, with particular focus on the areas of community ailments, migration, and educational opportunities. Descriptive statistics indicate the persistence of an unhealthy community, with participants acknowledging the problems of domestic violence, crime, drug use, alcohol use, and depression. The data suggest some improvement in Cambodia, though participants nonetheless recognized working in Thailand as a competing option to the rural village life. Education is viewed positively, with evidence suggesting that the perceived benefits of education do not outweigh the economic push factors. As incoming aid money increases, before data will be helpful in guiding conclusions and informing decision making. Conclusions reflect a nuanced perspective of female participants’ agency given their challenging situation, reflecting informed decision making with informal risk analysis. Keywords: Cambodia, women, rural, migration, education
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