scholarly journals Study Orientation and College Readiness among Alternative Learning System Graduates in Northeastern Philippines

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 285-296
Author(s):  
Maria Mamba ◽  
Antonio Tamayao ◽  
Rudolf Vecaldo ◽  
Febe Marl Paat ◽  
Editha Pagulayan ◽  
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Author(s):  
Vandon Borela

Purpose: The aim of this research study is to evaluate the implementation of Alternative Learning System (ALS) curriculum offered to juvenile delinquents in urban and rural areas in the Philippines. The study also aims to determine whether the current education programs meet the needs of the juvenile delinquents with reference to Juvenile delinquency acts. The study is an attempt to highlight the aspects of Alternative Learning System (ALS) that should be developed.  Approach/Methodology/Design: The study is qualitative and conducted in Marikina City and Rizal province, the Philippines. This study used exploratory study analysis. The respondents are the Alternative Learning System (ALS) teachers. For data collection, three semi-structured interviews were employed and the respondents’ answers were categorized using analytical coding to compare and analyze the implementation of the ALS curriculum for juvenile delinquents. Findings: The interpretation and analysis of the data collected shows that the ALS teachers from both the rural and urban areas have the same experiences on the implementation of the ALS program for juvenile delinquents in terms of curriculum, instruction and assessment. Furthermore, the teachers gave an emphasis that once the juvenile delinquents undergo the program, they are given a new hope and new direction in life to pursue their dreams. Lastly, the teachers from both areas have the same suggestions for the improvement of the implementation of the program, such as additional funds for the development of quality learning materials, increasing the number of learning centers, and designing various forms of assessment.  Practical Implications: The study will contribute positively to the understanding of Alternative learning System. The significance of this study lies in the comparison of the alternative learning system curriculum and how it is implemented to the juvenile delinquents in urban and in rural areas. Originality/value: This study engages ALS teachers in assessing the ALS curriculum, reflecting actual experiences to meet the expectations and needs of the juvenile delinquents.


2012 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen Sumagang Tejero

How a scientific discovery of a gong culture that is still practiced to this day from the Manobo of Cotabato, Philippines was translated to mainstream society was the purpose of this study. This study utilized a translation continuum framework: 1) knowledge discovery; 2) process; 3) dissemination and 4) adoption. Fieldwork was done in the village of Manobo in Magpet Cotabato, Philippines. In the light of the findings on the gong culture, it can be concluded that the Manobo has contributed their music system, belief system and socio-cultural values to cultural education. Through cultural exchange, dialogues and interactions among researchers, musicians and users, it became part of an international music materials coproduction program of UNESCO, part of a theatre production, and part of the curriculum of the Department of Education and was taught in informal, formal and alternative learning systems. Dissemination of the gong culture was through performances, symposia, workshops and publications. The goal of adoption is long range and may take time, but the modest contribution of the gong culture is a way forward to multi-cultural understanding.   Keywords - Gong Culture, Cultural Education, Alternative learning system, Translational work, multi-cultural understanding


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nishant Mehra ◽  
Shr-Jie Wang ◽  
Juancho Reyes ◽  
Mette Mohl Ambjornsen ◽  
Johan Jarl

Abstract Background: Globally, violence disproportionately affects young people, leading to injury, hospitalisation, death, social dysfunction, and poor mental wellbeing. Moreover, it has far-reaching economic consequences for whole nations, due to loss of productivity. Research suggests that attaining a higher level of education promotes factors which insulate youths from poverty and violence. Purpose: In this study we investigated the outcomes, the cost, and the efficiency of a non-formal education program with an additional psychosocial component. The short-term outcome measure was an increase in educational attainment, a crucial step for youth empowerment. The program analysed was the Alternative Learning System (ALS) offered by the Balay Rehabiliation Centre in Bagong Silang, an urban slum in Manila, which targeted out of school youth. Methods: The cost-effectiveness analysis of ALS compared to a ‘do nothing approach’ was performed from the perspective of the service provider. The study sample comprised 239 learners who were enrolled in the ALS during 2015-2018. For the comparator ‘do nothing approach’, a counterfactual scenario was hypothesised. The average cost of the intervention per enrolled learner, and the incremental cost effectiveness ratio (ICER) for passing the Accreditation and Evaluation (A&E) exam at elementary or secondary level, were calculated. Results: The ALS intervention studied resulted in 41%(n=97) of the learners passing the examination over a period of four years (from 2015 – 2018). The estimated total cost of the intervention was $371,110, corresponding to $1,550 per enrolled learner. The incremental cost-effectiveness ratio for a pass in the exam was found to be $3,830. Compared to other alternative learning interventions, the ALS intervention as used in Bagong Silang was found to be more cost-effective.Conclusion: From the service provider perspective, the ALS for out-of-school young people was found to be a valuable investment to benefit poor young people living in slums in Manila.


2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-31
Author(s):  
Eha Saleha

Group administrators Learning Pendas’s students is an important part of the system for implementing distance learning services in each Open University Distance Learning Program Unit. However, the description and research related to the role of the board of education officers is still very limited. To achieve this, descriptive qualitative research has been carried out with participatory action research (PAR) strategies for all PGSD and PG-PAUD student management and service activities carried out by pokar administrators throughout the Banten region under the auspices of UPBJJ-UT Serang. The results of the study showed that the administrators of the pendas program had a role in the implementation of distance learning system services at UT Serang UPBJJ especially in promotional activities, new student recruitment, New Student Study Orientation, distribution of teaching materials, PKP / PKM tutorials and compulsory and examination and Diploma Submission Ceremony (UPI).


Author(s):  
Nieva G. Bermudo ◽  
Roleen B. Moleño

This study determined the interests, coping mechanisms and learning achievements of single mothers in Alternative Learning System. The study employed descriptive-correlational research design utilizing four-parts research instrument.  There were 115 ALS learners enumerated as respondents of the study.  Descriptive statistics and Pearson R correlation analysis were utilized.  Many of the single mothers dropped out of school when they were in their grade seven to ten level of education because they experience difficulty in terms of their economic status but they were interested to continue and finish their study in the basic education level. They adjust to stressful events they encounter; struggle with their understanding in the prerequisite and fundamental knowledge and/ or skills in their communication skills in Filipino and English, and in Mathematics and Science. Further, number of siblings is the best predictor common to the achievements of single mothers in Communication Skills in Filipino and English, Expanding One’s World Views, and overall learning achievement but not in the area of Mathematics and Science and Sustainable Use of Resources and Productivity to which the last grade attended by the single mothers is the best predictor. More importantly, the single mothers enrolled in ALS were motivated to continue and finish their study despite the difficulties they experienced. They hurdle all the odd circumstances that distract their academic journey purposive of improving their current well-being. It was recommended mainly that intensive interventions should be implemented to address the factors such as pregnancy and parenthood, boredom, academic challenges, lack of parental support, and money that generally causes the youths to drop from attending school.


2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nishant Mehra ◽  
Shr-Jie Sharlenna Wang ◽  
Juancho Reyes ◽  
Mette Møhl Ambjørnsen ◽  
Johan Jarl

Abstract Background Globally, violence disproportionately affects young people, leading to injury, hospitalisation, death, social dysfunction, and poor mental wellbeing. Moreover, it has far-reaching economic consequences for whole nations, due to loss of productivity. Research suggests that attaining a higher level of education promotes factors that insulate youths from poverty and violence. Purpose In this study, we investigated the outcomes, the cost, and the cost-effectiveness of a non-formal education program with an additional psychosocial component. The short-term outcome measure was an increase in educational attainment, a crucial step for youth empowerment. The program analysed was the Alternative Learning System (ALS) offered by the Balay Rehabiliation Centre in Bagong Silang, an urban slum in Manila, which targeted out of school youth. Methods The cost-effectiveness analysis of ALS compared to a ‘do nothing approach’ was performed from the perspective of the service provider. The study sample comprised 239 learners who were enrolled in the ALS during 2015–2018. For the ‘do nothing’ comparator, a counterfactual scenario was hypothesised. The average cost of the intervention per enrolled learner, and the incremental cost effectiveness ratio (ICER) for passing the Accreditation and Evaluation (A&E) exam at elementary or secondary level, were calculated. Results The ALS intervention studied resulted in 41% (n = 97) of the learners passing the examination over a period of four years (from 2015–2018). The estimated total cost of the intervention was $371,110, corresponding to $1550 per enrolled learner. The incremental cost-effectiveness ratio for a pass in the exam was found to be $3830. Compared to other, international, alternative learning interventions, the ALS intervention as used in Bagong Silang was found to be more cost-effective. Conclusion From the service provider perspective, the ALS for out-of-school young people was found to be a valuable investment to benefit poor young people living in slums in Manila.


Author(s):  
Meniano D. Ebora ◽  
Romeo M. Guillo Jr.

The study aimed to propose a comprehensive management plan for the Alternative Learning System (ALS) program in the Division of Batangas City. The study used descriptive method of research using a researcher-constructed questionnaire, interview, and Focus Group Discussion (FGD). It involved 30 ALS implementers and 350 ALS graduates from CY 2009 to CY 2013 selected through stratified random sampling. Results showed that among the ALS program offerings, Literacy Volunteer Program and Balik-Paaralan Para sa Out-of-School Adults (BPOSA) were extremely evident. Lecture-demonstration as a teaching strategy was most often utilized by the ALS implementers. The classrooms for ALS instruction and the learning modules were very much adequate for ALS instruction. The paper and pencil test was very much applicable to the type of ALS learners. The data revealed that 221 of the 350 respondents were studying in the different colleges and universities and in TESDA while 129 ALS graduates were already working in the different firms or industries. From the results, the researcher based the output of the study which is a proposed comprehensive management plan that may help strengthen the ALS program in the division and benefit stakeholders such as ALS implementers, Local Government Units, DepEd/school officials, and ALS learners.


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