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Research Capability of the Select Senior High School in One Division of Negros Occidental

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Research Capability of the Select Senior High School in One Division of Negros Occidental
Corresponding email: johnemmil.manait@deped.gov.ph

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This study was conducted to determine the research capability of the Select Senior High School in One Division of Negros Occidental. Using the descriptive method of research, results showed that the respondents’ research capability as a whole is average, but when taken as to variables, their capability in terms of performing research output is low. It was recommended that the respondents shall be given training, school and collegial support, and coaching related to research to improve their research capability.

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Development of the Training Resource for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC II: Process, Analysis, and Acceptability

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Development of the Training Resource for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC II: Process, Analysis, and Acceptability
email: lobatonrene578@gmail.com

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The study was conducted to develop a training resource for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC II. Its primary objective was to explore the development process of a training resource for SMAW II and to evaluate its acceptability based on expert feedback in terms of format, learning content, presentation and organization, relevance, and functionality. Guided by the ISD Model and the ADDIE framework, the development process followed four essential stages: a) Needs analysis, which involved identifying and assessing learning gaps and required competencies based on the K–12 Basic Education Curriculum for Technology and Livelihood Education (SMAW for Grades 11-12), TESDA’s SMAW NC II Training Regulations, Welding Procedure Specification requirements, and relevant industry demands; b) Design setting, where clear objectives were formulated, and the content was thoughtfully selected and structured, including activities and feedback strategies aligned with the learning goals; c) Material development, which focused on producing training resources anchored on the design and implementation blueprint; and d) Evaluation, wherein subject matter experts reviewed and validated the materials to ensure quality, relevance, and instructional value. The evaluation revealed that the resource training was Highly Acceptable, with mean scores of 4.83 for format, 4.93 for Content, 4.78 for presentation and organization, 4.96 for relevance, and 4.90 for functionality. With an acceptability mean score of 4.88, interpreted as “Highly Acceptable”, the experts’ evaluation affirms the training resource’s effectiveness, relevance, and appropriateness for its intended purpose.

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Volume 6 | No. 1 | March 2026 Issue

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March 2026

An Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Powered Voice-Based Intelligent Learning System for Visually Impaired Students
Rizky Rinaldi
Raudhatul Akmal Islamic College, Deli Serdang, North Sumatra, Indonesia
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Design and Development of a Virtual University Application Using Cloud Computing
Damiete Bigdad Briggs1,2
1Faculty of Science, National Open University of Nigeria, Nigeria
2Glendale University, USA
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption and leadership as predictors of strategic planning effectiveness in select Philippine higher-education institutions
Renz L. Raydanas1,2, Jhonas S. Lumanlan1,2, Larry Jr. F. Fronda1,3, Sylvester T. Lumbao1, Kurt G.
Pajuelas1, Quintin Cyril L. Parilla1, Ronald L. Pancho1
1National University, Philippines
2NU Clark
3NU Lipa
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Development of the Training Resource for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC II: Process, Analysis, and Acceptability
Rene Mindanao A. Lobaton
Bato National High School, Philippines
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Research Capability of the Select Senior High School in One Division of Negros Occidental
John Emmil V. Manait
Bato National High School, Philippines
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption and leadership as predictors of strategic planning effectiveness in select Philippine higher-education institutions

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption and leadership as predictors of strategic planning effectiveness in select Philippine higher-education institutions
Corresponding email: rlraydanas@nu-clark.edu.ph

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This study is a quantitative descriptive–correlational examination of the relationships among perceived Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption, leadership behaviors, and strategic planning effectiveness in selected private higher-education institutions in the Philippines. Anchored on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Full Range Leadership Model, the study explored how academic leaders’ perceptions of AI integration and leadership practices are associated with perceived strategic planning outcomes. Data were collected from a total of 76 academic leaders from selected private higher-education institutions in Manila, Philippines, using an adapted self-report questionnaire. Descriptive results indicated moderate levels of AI adoption, leadership behaviors leaning towards transformational leadership, and high perceived strategic planning effectiveness. Tests of correlation revealed significant positive associations among the three variables, with leadership behaviors showing the strongest relationship with perceived strategic planning effectiveness. Multiple regression analysis further indicated that perceived AI adoption and leadership behaviors jointly accounted for a substantial proportion of the variance in perceived strategic planning effectiveness, with leadership behaviors demonstrating a stronger statistical association than AI adoption. The findings suggest that academic leaders who perceive higher levels of AI integration and who report more effective leadership practices also tend to perceive their institutions’ strategic planning processes as more effective. While the results underscore the importance of aligning digital transformation initiatives with leadership practices in higher education, the reliance on self-reported measures warrants cautious interpretation. Future studies may benefit from multi-source and longitudinal designs to further examine these relationships.

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Design and Development of a Virtual University Application Using Cloud Computing

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Design and Development of a Virtual University Application Using Cloud Computing
email: stdamietebriggs@yahoo.com

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This research project is themed on using cloud computing to design and develop a virtual university application that is expected to revolutionise distance learning and virtual education worldwide. A plethora of frameworks exist for the development of applications, nevertheless, the cloud model was chosen considering the fact that it is relatively new and so makes the news. Being a paradigm of evolutionary prototyping, the cloud computing framework which consists of the following layers: platform as a service layer, infrastructure as a service layer and software as a service layer, equips one with all the tools pre-requisite for the successful execution of the project. Starting from a well understood set of requirements, and carefully following an elaborate set of process activities, and from a well organized development environment, structured methods were used to design and develop the virtual university application which for the purpose of this research is named the Utopia University Application (UUA). After a series of unit and system tests, results proved that the UUA was efficiently functional, withstood operational constraints and conformed to specification. This result obtained, leads one to draw the inference that modern information technology systems like cloud computing have defied simplicity, buttressed and reverberated the capability, potential, and sophistication of information technology, and have a positive and strong impact on education and learning and other facets of contemporary society that is beyond the ambit of human expectation and exceeded the threshold of scientific knowledge.

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An Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Powered Voice-Based Intelligent Learning System for Visually Impaired Students

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An Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Powered Voice-Based Intelligent Learning System for Visually Impaired Students
email: rizkyrinaldi.staira@gmail.com

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The rapid expansion of digital learning platforms has created unprecedented educational opportunities; however, the majority of these platforms remain inaccessible to the estimated 253 million visually impaired individuals worldwide, particularly students in inclusive K-12 settings. Existing assistive technologies such as screen readers and Braille displays function as access tools rather than pedagogically designed learning environments, leaving a critical gap in inclusive educational technology. This paper presents BlindLearn, an AI-powered, voice-based learning framework developed and evaluated using Design Science Research (DSR) methodology. Grounded in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Cognitive Load Theory (CLT), BlindLearn introduces the Voice-First Pedagogical Model (VFPM) — a novel five stage learning cycle (Audio Activation, Narrative Input, Conversational Elaboration, Voice Practice, Adaptive Feedback) designed for auditory primary learners. The framework was developed through systematic literature review (47 papers, 2015–2024), structured needs analysis (n = 23), multi-expert validation using Content Validity Ratio (CVR, n = 8), and usability evaluation using the System Usability Scale (SUS, n = 15). Expert validation yielded a mean CVR of 0.89 (p < .05), and usability evaluation produced a mean SUS score of 84.3 (Grade: Excellent). Three original artifacts are contributed: the VFPM theoretical model, a validated four-layer AI system architecture, and twelve evidence-based inclusive design guidelines, advancing the fields of educational technology and inclusive AI system design.

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Hooked or Empowered? The Dilemma of Mobile Phone Use among Asantekwaa SDA Junior High School (JHS) Pupils: Its Implications on Their Academic Performance 

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Hooked or Empowered? The Dilemma of Mobile Phone Use among Asantekwaa SDA Junior High School (JHS) Pupils: Its Implications on Their Academic Performance 
Corresponding email: sameyaw@vvu.edu.gh

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In today’s digital era, mobile phones have become indispensable tools, offering students quick access to information, communication, and educational resources. Nonetheless, the overuse of these devices for non academic tasks has raised concerns about their influence on students’ academic achievements. The study investigates the challenges associated with mobile phone usage among students at Asantekwaa SDA Junior High School (JHS) and its effects on their academic performance. The study adopted a survey design. The target population was 148 students. Therefore, no sampling technique was applied. However, 122 copies of the questionnaire were considered valid for the analysis. The study revealed that 44 (30.3%) respondents use mobile phones for 4-5 hours or more daily. According to the findings, most respondents have their mobile phones, whereas others depend on their peers and parents. Most respondents reported that mobile phone usage has negatively affected their academic performance. The study advocated for clear regulations and guidelines concerning mobile phone use in schools. The study encourages collaborative efforts among educators, parents, and policymakers to lessen the detrimental effects of excessive mobile phone use.

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Volume 5 | No. 4 | December 2025 Issue

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December 2025

Mediating Roles of Affective Experience and Satisfaction with Life in the Relationship of Shame and Guilt to Post Traumatic Stress Symptoms among People Living with HIV
Aljon T. Carullo1, Elmer G. De Jose2
1Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Philippines
2Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Philippines
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Employability of College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences Graduates from 2020-2022 of NONESCOST
Roselo A. Ocampo Jr.1, Dane Emmanuel D. Rosel2, Ailene A. Dequilato3, Janique Joy G. Vasquez4,
Mary Jane C. Quilla5, Kent Brian P. Continedo6
1State University of Northern Negros, Philippines
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Pre-Service Teachers’ Experiences of Teaching Sectional Drawing
Skosana Chiggo1, Kariyana Israel2, Bantwini Bongani3
South Africa, Walter Sisulu University, Faculty of Education, 1Department of Mathematics, Science, and
Technology Education, 2Continuing Professional Teacher Development, 3Executive Dean’s Office
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Hooked or Empowered? The Dilemma of Mobile Phone Use among Asantekwaa SDA Junior High School (JHS) Pupils: Its Implications on Their Academic Performance 
Samuel Ameyaw1, Frank Boateng Afoakwa2, Esther Manyeyo Tawiah3
1Valley View University, Ghana
2Presbyterian University, Ghana
3Ghana Christian University College
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Pre-Service Teachers’ Experiences of Teaching Sectional Drawing

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Pre-Service Teachers’ Experiences of Teaching Sectional Drawing
Corresponding email: roselojr@sunn.edu.ph

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The purpose of this study is to ascertain Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD) pre-service teachers’ experiences of teaching topics that involved sectional drawing during a teaching practice. Level three pre-service teachers at the studied South African university did not struggle to pass EGD, but they struggled with sectional drawing topics. The study was guided by pragmatism and used a mixed-methods approach, comprising a case study design. Of the 50 EGD pre-service teachers’ convenience sampled to participate, the study included 33 who responded to the open ended questionnaire administered after 5 weeks of their teaching practice. Three pre-service teachers were also observed during their five weeks of teaching practice, while semi-structured interviews were conducted with six pre-service teachers in the first researcher’s office after teaching practice to triangulate the findings. The findings revealed that during teaching practice, EGD pre-service teachers encountered difficulties explaining to learners where to cut and why, without seeing the object or model of the drawing. It also emerged that EGD pre-service teachers lacked strategies to assist learners when teaching sectional drawing. It was concluded that most pre-service teachers struggled to construct and explain tasks involving sectional drawing to learners. The study recommends that the Department of Education provide relevant models that are visible to learners to assist pre-service and in-service teachers when explaining, particularly the interior of the model and how it is cut and sectioned.

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Employability of College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences Graduates from 2020-2022 of NONESCOST

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Employability of College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences Graduates from 2020-2022 of NONESCOST
Corresponding email: roselojr@sunn.edu.ph

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This study aimed to determine the employability and educational outcomes of graduates from the Northern Negros State College of Science and Technology – College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences (NONESCOST–CONAHS), specifically Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Diploma in Midwifery (DM) graduates from batches 2020 and 2022. Using a quantitative descriptive design, total sampling was applied to 214 graduates, with 97 respondents participating through a Commission on Higher Education (CHED)-based online survey. Data were analyzed using frequency and percentage distributions. Findings revealed that most graduates were female and single, reflecting global nursing demographics. BSN graduates were primarily motivated by economic opportunities, while DM graduates cited program availability and affordability. High licensure examination passing rates indicated strong academic preparation. Most graduates completed relevant professional training and secured employment within nine months, demonstrating high employability despite pandemic-related disruptions. Employment was largely aligned with their field, with many holding regular positions in the health sector. However, initial salaries were generally below standard government rates. While most graduates were employed locally, some pursued international opportunities, indicating global competitiveness. The study concludes that NONESCOST CONAHS effectively prepares graduates for the workforce but highlights the need to enhance career support, industry linkages, and professional development opportunities. Continuous curriculum improvement and tracer studies are recommended to sustain and further improve graduate outcomes.

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