Entries by Admin Ijssers

Strengthening Supervisory Competence through Project RESET: A Mixed Methods Action Research Study of Secondary Science Instructional Leaders

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This study is grounded on the premise that instructional leadership and supervision influence the quality of teaching and student learning. It employed Ivankova’s multistrand Mixed Methods Action Research (MMAR) framework to strengthen the supervisory competence of instructional leaders in secondary science through the Project RESET (Reflect, Empower, Supervise, Engage, Transform) initiative. 31 purposefully selected participants, […]

Examining the Core Behavioral and Leadership Competencies of School Heads for Enhancing Professional Development

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To thrive today, school leaders must cultivate competencies that respond effectively to real-world challenges. This study examines the core behavioral and leadership competencies of identified school heads as basis for the development of a guidebook to enhance their professional development. The descriptive qualitative design was used to gather the school head’s leadership competencies, describe the […]

Effects of Financial Status, Health Insurance Status, And Administrative Discharge Policy in Timely Discharge of Patients in a Private Hospital in Laguna

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The timely discharge of patients is a crucial component of hospital efficiency and quality healthcare delivery (Gupte, 2022). Hospitals aim to ensure that patients are discharged at the appropriate time once they are medically stable, as this helps optimize bed availability, reduce healthcare costs, and improve patient flow. Timely discharge reflects effective coordination among clinical […]

Item Response Analysis of the Psychometric Properties of Economics Mock Examination in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Nigeria

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The aim of this study was to determine the psychometric properties of Economics mock examination using Item Response Theory (IRT) analysis in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State, Nigeria. The  motivation for the was as a results of evidences which showed that student’s achievement in economics in Kaura Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna […]

Community-Based Ecotourism Development: A Sustainable Transition for Post-Palm Oil Plantation Land Use

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Post-palm oil plantation lands in Indonesia frequently encounter severe environmental degradation and limited post-productive utility. However, the emergence of the Society 5.0 era presents innovative opportunities for more productive and sustainable land management. This study aims to formulate a land-use transition strategy for post-palm oil areas by developing sustainable social ecotourism, integrating social, economic, and […]

Job Satisfaction, Career Advancement, And Economic Opportunities as Determinants of Respiratory Therapists’ Migration

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Migration of healthcare professionals has become an increasing concern in many countries, particularly in the Philippines where skilled healthcare workers often seek employment abroad. Among these professionals, respiratory therapists play a vital role in delivering specialized respiratory care, especially in critical care settings. However, the factors influencing their intention to migrate remain an important area […]

A Sequential Explanatory Mixed Methods Analysis of the Instructional Supervision Practices of Subject Group Heads

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Instructional supervision is one critical factor in education that influences teachers’ quality practices and enhances students’ learning in senior high schools. This study used an explanatory sequential mixed methods approach to assess the instructional supervision practices of Subject Group Heads (SGHs). This study involved 13 SGHs and 63 teachers who responded to structured questionnaires that […]

School Heads’ Leadership Experiences with Disaster Risk Reduction: A Mixed Methods Analysis of Public Schools DRRM Implementation

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This study examined the status of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) and explored school heads’ leadership experiences in selected public schools to craft a contextualized handbook for strengthening school-based DRRM practices. This utilized the explanatory sequential mixed methods design. The quantitative data assessed the DRRM implementation across enabling environment domain and three pillars, whereas […]

An Analysis of the Principal’s Managerial Role in Improving Teacher Performance at Muhammadiyah 8 Junior High School, Batu

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This study investigates the role of the principal in improving teacher performance at SMP Muhammadiyah 8 Batu. The principal has a strategic responsibility to manage human resources and create a good working environment to improve the quality of education. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation from the principal and teachers through a descriptive […]

Evaluating Capability, Opportunity and Motivation as Determinants of Research Productivity in Respiratory Therapy Faculty Among Philippine Higher Education Institution

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Research productivity among respiratory therapy faculty in Philippine higher education institutions (HEIs) remains understudied despite its importance for advancing the profession and clinical practice. This study evaluated capability, opportunity, and motivation as determinants of research productivity among 117 respiratory therapy faculty members across Philippine HEIs, using a researcher-validated questionnaire with a 4-point Likert scale across […]