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Hala Aswang!: A Zine On The Injustices During The Duterte Administration Foretold Through The Aswang Folklore, Eritch Angela T. Torrato

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The Duterte administration, which lasted from 2016 to 2022, incited a multitude of human rights violations against the marginalized groups of Philippine society, namely women, and the poor. It was discovered and established through literature that these injustices can primarily be attributed to the former president’s hypermasculinity, a manifestation of hegemonic masculinity in the contemporary era. Given this, this research seeked to investigate the aforementioned phenomenon and communicate this using art, more specifically through the Aswang folklore and visual communication, to make these information accessible, especially to the masses; to foster social consciousness among its audience as a means to …

Vacc-Sining Against The Infodemic: The Role Of Filipino Digital Artists In Fighting Social Media Misinformation And Disinformation In The Philippines, Rossel Mar P. Trinidad

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Amidst the rapid exchange of information in social media lies emerging digital diseases – a phenomenon known as the infodemic. Recent and local research suggests treating such a dilemma as political, requiring a community-driven approach rather than exclusively employing technical solutions. Thus, this research seeks to explore the role of Filipino digital artists in the fight against the social media infodemic. It aims to study their different visual communication approaches and techniques, and how they use such in communicating concepts related to the infodemic in the Philippines. To generate answers, the research will follow specific criteria in selecting ten digital …

The Perception Of Students In Metro Manila On Van Gogh’S Paintings When The Levels Of Hsl/Hsb Are Changed And Applied In Film, Angela Marie B. Roldan, Clarise Dane Philippe T. Rubite, Ayanna Sasha C. Su

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Color theory is the study of how people perceive color. In contrast, color psychology is a significant area of color theory that looks at the emotional and psychological meanings of colors. Vincent Van Gogh was a painter who used colors to capture mood and emotion. The researchers explored the viewers' perception of Vincent Van Gogh's paintings to understand how hue, saturation, and brightness (HSB) variations can convey new meanings and inspire new artistic forms. The study is made into a film to help viewers understand the research further. The researchers interviewed three participants from each school and one professional from …

It Takes A Man…And A Woman!: Lived Experiences Of Generation Z Babaeng Manliligaw, Marie Noelle N. Pasion, Aya C. Mañabo, Natalie Truth M. Hernandez, Kenneth Karl A. Rosario

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Panliligaw is a courtship practice that is unique to the Philippines and holds an important role in the country's history, culture, and norms. However, since the conventional notion of panliligaw is highly patriarchal, this study focuses on investigating the practice as implemented by a babae. Specifically, this study aims to examine the motivations, practices, and effects of the existence of Generation Z babaeng manliligaw on their romantic relationships. Additionally, it aims to intersect the relevance of Philippine culture represented by panliligaw, its modernization, as well as the eradication of the stereotype and stigma surrounding babaeng manliligaw. Using the data …

“Bida Ba Ang Saya Sa Makabagong Teknolohiya?: An Assessment Of Technological Advancements Implementation In Filipino Food Industry”, Merie Blaize A. Samaniego, Katrina Claire L. Lanzaderas, Niño Reyche A. Sespeñe, Sofia Bernadette P. Ella, Ralph Julian S. Machado

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The study conducted by American Dining Creations (n.d.) sheds light on the increasing demand for food brought about by the global population surge, it reveals that people are not only interested in food but also in food services that are safer, faster, and convenient. The main objectives of this study are to identify the different technological advancements present in the food industry in Bacoor and to recognize its work performance. This study also aims to determine its impacts on customers’ level of satisfaction. A descriptive quantitative research design was employed to gather data to determine the perceptions and impacts of …

Examining The Relationship Between Dlsu-M Abm Students' Customer Engagement With Advertisements And Their Purchasing Intention On Tiktok, Genevieve Therese A. Ballada

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

In recent decades, businesses have used online spaces to promote their products, services, and brand image. One such example is TikTok, a video-sharing platform that achieved critical success in 2018 and experienced an influx of users during the pandemic's peak (Geyser, 2021). Thus, the study aims to investigate the relationship between the antecedents of customer engagement and the purchase intention of DLSU-M ABM students on TikTok advertisements. Using a purposive sampling technique, the researchers gathered fifty-five (55) responses from TikTok users studying under the DLSU-M ABM strand. To analyze this data, the study employed a quantitative research design. Two (2) …

Add To Cart: What Is The Role Of A Shopping Platform In Influencing Purchasing Behavior Among Grade 12 Dlsu Manila Students In The Post-Covid-19 Pandemic, Don Josh Vincent Bragado Almanza, Mary Maxinne Corcega Arrieta, Kimberly Jhenin Herrera Mangilog, Zhanelle Anne Padura Villegas

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The Internet has become a part of people's daily lives, including sending messages and other forms of communication. Aside from this, the internet has been associated with the wide-range use of E-Commerce and Shopping Platforms, which influence the purchasing behavior of individuals on both a local and international scale. The current study generally aimed to (1) analyze the factors that influence the purchasing habits of Grade 12 Students from DLSU Manila during the COVID-19 pandemic, (2) the use of E-commerce and its dependability to be trustworthy and secure as physical stores, and (3) how E-Commerce can be enhanced in terms …

Assessment Of The Antibacterial Activity Of Crescentia Cujete (Calabash) Ethanolic Fruit Extract Against Pseudomonas Aeruginosa And Bacillus Subtilis, Jan Allaine Margareth B. Bautista1 B. Bautista, Judina T. Hilario, Princess Eiralyn R. Reyes, Desrhey Lianne S. Sangalang, Andriana Louisse B. Sister

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Bacillus subtilis and Pseudomonas aeruginosa are bacterial species that are known to rapidly develop antibacterial resistance against antibiotics used to treat the infections that they cause. Crescentia cujete is a tropical tree that is considered as a herbal plant due to the secondary metabolites that it contains. This study seeks to determine if C. cujete ethanolic fruit extract is effective against B. subtilis and P. aeruginosa. This study also aims to compare if there is a difference in the effectivity of Crescentia cujete ethanolic fruit extract in four concentrations of 10 mg/mL, 5 mg/mL, 2.5 mg/mL, and 1.25 mg-mL, as …

“Annyeong, Saranghae!!!”: A Phenomenological Study On The Effects Of Parasocial Relationships Between Adult Filipino K-Pop Fans And Their Idols, Andrei Gabrielle S. Ascue, Devlin Keefe C. Balmeo, Reyzandro B. Unay, Carol Gayle So Yap, Romina Gracia C. Cortez

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

As a global sensation, K-pop, or Korean Popular Music, has cultivated fans from across the world. Fans exhibit their fanship diversely, which often culminates in parasocial relationships—a highly pervasive phenomenon involving one-sided relationships between a fan (the media consumer) and their idol (the media persona). This phenomenological study investigates these connections to see how parasocial relationships manifest in the behavior of Filipino K-pop fans and if it facilitates unhealthy practices in their finances and academic/work life. The paper utilizes semi-structured interviews through Google Meet. Through convenience sampling, 12 participants were sourced, all adults aged 18 years and above whose fanship …

“#Walangpasok”: The Use Of Twitter During Pre-Typhoon As The Source Of Information For Class Suspension Among The College Students Studying In Makati City, Lyka Beatrice C. Villamor, Charles M. Romanillos Jr., Kaira Yimyr O. Cortes, Jariz Anne V. Belenzo, Geleena A. Gestiada

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The day-to-day usage of social media such as Twitter during disasters allows everybody involved when it comes to sharing, reporting, and covering news and events. In unpredicted circumstances during disasters, being oblivious to knowing whom and which information is deemed trustworthy has brought up an issue of fallacies and information overload. Our study focuses on the use of Twitter as a platform for information dissemination about class suspensions with typhoons and other disasters for college students in Makati City. Results suggest that the majority of the population uses Twitter as a source of information for class suspension and disaster-related news. …

Assessing Duolingo In Japanese Language Learning For Dlsu Shs Students, Aidan Gael G. Alvarez, Louis Angelo D. Ardeta, Vince Lawrence O. Mojica, Miguel Celdrick J. Rimando

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Language learning is a form of communicative development that allows a person to acquire and comprehend a certain language. With the technological advancements in contemporary times, learners constantly attempt to integrate tools such as software applications, like Duolingo, to find a more effective and optimal way to learn a language. This study focused on using Duolingo, a language learning software application, as a tool in learning basic Japanese for DLSU senior high school (SHS) students. This study answered the following questions: (1) what effect does the use of Duolingo have on the vocabulary of beginner Japanese-language DLSU SHS learners, (2) …

"Uso Pa Ba Ang Opm?”: A Semantic Analysis Of Original Pilipino Music (Opm) Songs Preferred By Filipino Youth, Erik Martin C. Lano, Venice Katy Y. Chua, Graciela B. Monsalud, Sophia Isabella D. Villaflor, Romina Gracia C. Cortez

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Original Pilipino Music (OPM) has been significant to Filipino culture and society for years, reaching its peak at the height of the COVID-19 global pandemic. Its influence continues to cross borders globally and locally, echoing individual experiences, emotions, ideas, and alike. The popular music composed by Filipinos has been a powerful catalyst for organizing, unifying, and mobilizing individuals around a shared goal. It serves as a means of expression and communication, allowing individuals to expand their feelings on timely subjects and bring them to the surface. Hence, this study aims to pinpoint Filipino youth's preference for OPM through an online …

Evaluating How Establishing Grievance Committee Affect Business Organizations, Frances Bjorn V. Abellera, Jeanmica P. Abrera, Celine Faith A. Baltazar, Redlie Lousille J. Cerezo, Matthew Gray A. Daria, Kazandrah A. King, Frencine Claire S. Olano, Rhylle Stephen G. Torres

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The organizational welfare is important. That is why the research study aims to strengthen the management by discovering how managers/supervisors lead the organization under the aspects of conflict management, workplace relationships, and managerial effectiveness through a grievance committee, in an attempt to bring out its function and importance. Face-to-face interviews and thematic analysis were utilized, and the results concluded that the committee aids in enhancing the overall state/performance of the business.

The Role Of Public Library In Promoting The Reading Culture In Rwanda, Jean-Claude Kabagambe, Martin Elihaki Kanyika

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study examined the roles of the public library in promoting reading culture in Rwanda. A case study research design was used, with both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Data were collected using the triangulation method employing questionnaires, interviews, and observation. Quantitative data were analyzed using Microsoft Excel Office 2010. Thematic method of analysis was used to analyze qualitative data. The study findings indicate that the public library was being used by most library users for reading. Whereby, the majority utilized the library for the purposes of gaining knowledge and relaxation. Additionally, the results show that most of the respondents spend …

A Survey On Wikipedia Awareness And Use By Academic Librarians Of Abuja Municipal Nigeria., Abdullahi Bala Bala Shehu

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study was carried out to investigate the awareness and use of Wikipedia by Academic Librarians situated in Abuja municipal of Nigeria. 5 research objectives guided the study and the population of the study consists of the entire census of Academic Librarians working in University Libraries situated in Abuja, semi-structured questionnaire was the instrument of data collection and a descriptive method of analysis was used to analyze the data. Findings show that Librarians are aware of and utilizing Wikipedia but for personal endeavors and have positive as well as negative perspectives toward Wikipedia. It was discovered that Academic Librarians of …

Self-Care Strategies Of Athletic Trainers, Lindsey E. Eberman, Justin P. Young, Matthew J. Rivera, Kenneth E. Games

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Strategies for reducing burnout and improving work-life balance have been recommended for both organizations and individual athletic trainers. Little is known about what types of self-care (SC) strategies are already being used by athletic trainers. The purpose of this study was to explore and describe the number and type of SC strategies used by athletic trainers on a weekly basis. Methods: We used a cross-sectional design with web-based survey to explore the SC strategies used by athletic trainers. The survey instrument consisted of a SC checklist which asked the participants to select all the SC strategies they engage in …

Beyond Employment: Lower Income Participants' Experiences In A Healthcare Training Program For Medical Assistants, Pharmacy Technicians, And Certified Nursing Assistants, Skye N. Leedahl, Emma Pascuzzi, Karen Mccurdy, Nilton Porto

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to gain a deeper understanding of participant experiences in a healthcare training program for medical assistants, pharmacy technicians, and certified nursing assistants in areas beyond employment procurement or retention. During the year 2020, employment rates decreased and the cost of living increased. Those changes ultimately put lower-income populations at risk for not meeting the basic needs of life, as it became increasingly more difficult to obtain an adequately paying job. Healthcare training programs for lower income individuals allow for participants to gain the appropriate knowledge and experience required for working in the healthcare …

Perceptions, Practices, And Barriers Of Athletic Trainers In The Military Setting Using Patient-Reported Outcomes In Practice, Nicole M. Lee, Justin P. Young, Lindsey E. Eberman, Eric Post, Kenneth E. Games

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: The majority of athletic trainers (ATs) recognize the importance of patient-reported outcomes (PROs) in clinical practice but encounter unique barriers that limit their implementation. There are no studies that have investigated PROs in the military setting. The purpose of this study was to explore the perceptions, practices, and barriers to implementing PROs in the military setting. Methods: We used a cross-sectional, web-based survey design. Emails were sent to 365 potential participants and 67 were eligible to participate (response rate=18.4%, years practicing in military setting=5.9 ± 5.8years). Participants were invited to complete a web-based survey regarding the uses, benefits, and …

Second Victim Syndrome And Organizational Support For Healthcare Providers: A Scoping Review, Kaitlyn R. Petryszyn, Justin P. Young, Elizabeth R. Neil, Jennifer E. Benedict, Lindsey E. Eberman

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Healthcare providers may experience critical incidents, medical errors, or other adverse patient events in their clinical practice.Providers that encounter such events can experience second victim syndrome (SVS), a condition where providers feel psychological, cognitive, or physical reactions rendering care in these instances. Organizational support may mediate the impacts of SVS after an adverse patient event. We conducted a scoping review to explore and synthesize the literature on the support strategies implemented by healthcare organizations for healthcare providers after adverse patient events. Methods: The initial search strategy yielded 244 articles, 84 of which were removed for duplication. The 3-person …

Strategies To Facilitate Professional Student Collaboration Focused On An Interprofessional Understanding, Nicole Trupiano, Tommy Lau, Kelsey Dods, Olivia S. Anderson

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Newer studies have suggested that interprofessional education (IPE) initiatives led by students can be successful in engaging their peers in IPE. Despite this, few studies exist that examine the student response to student-led IPE activities. The objective of this paper is to describe a student-led IPE program where health professional students learn from each other or from practicing health professionals through a seminar series. Method: Three seminars were arranged with presenters representing dentistry, dietetics, and occupational therapy. Student attendees completed a pre- and post-survey to analyze their interest, knowledge, and likelihood to collaborate with the profession featured in each …

Translation And Cross-Cultural Adaptation Of English Version Of Kiddy-Kindl To Filipino Language In Assessing The Children's Health-Related Quality Of Life (Chrqol), Arlene C. Chiong Maya, Bettina Alessandra B. Mamuric, Joan Paula Y. Pascua, Nathali A. Tigas, Christopher Albert Q. Baylan, Maria Patricia C. Casaclang, Isabela Mariel Z. De Venecia, Lorenzo Miguel L. Gonzales, Gedrich Israel M. Jacob, Shaun Lucas K. Lee, Gabriel C. Lua, Karleen Eve V. Nieva, Socrates P. Pangilinan, Vincent O. Pascual, Andrea Isabelle G. Paule, Mariam Ayesha J. Rodriguez, Codie Lanz I. Sioson, Kate C. Tating, Nicole L. Tigas, Eugene V. Tolentino

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Background: Children's health-related quality of life (CHRQoL) involves a child's aim, expectations, standards, or concerns regarding overall health and its domains. The Kiddy-KINDL questionnaire is a tool to measure CHRQoL from information directly derived from children. It has been translated to various languages, except Filipino. This study would provide Filipino healthcare professionals with another functional tool for pediatric evaluation. Objective: To translate the English version of Kiddy-KINDL to Filipino and to determine its validity, test-retest reliability, and internal consistency of the Kiddy-KINDL in assessing the children's health-related quality of life (CHRQoL). Methods: The study involved 3 Phases: Translation, Pilot Testing, …

Evaluation Of Undergraduate Internship Interprofessional Experiences Using The Jefferson Teamwork Observation Guide (Jtog ), Erin Choice, Shelene Thomas

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate and describe the healthy behaviors of teamwork at internship sites of undergraduate health and exercise science students. Data from the Jefferson Teamwork Observation Guide (JTOG) tool, in conjunction with five open-ended debrief questions were used as an innovative means of assessment to evaluate the quality of interprofessional experiences at various internship sites, as reviewed by the internship coordinator. Methods: Students observed an interprofessional team at their internship site and completed the JTOG, for the observed team. The JTOG is a two-part assessment (Likert Scale questions; qualitative questions) of identifiable characteristics of …

Experiences And Outcomes Of Athletic Trainers Using Complementary And Integrative Health: A Qualitative Study, Katherine Cantlebary, Matthew J. Rivera, Shannon Hamilton, Lindsey E. Eberman

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Complementary and integrative health (CIH) is common among patients in the U.S. and is a useful tool for athletic trainers to provide holistic treatment. There is currently minimal literature regarding athletic trainers’ experiences and outcomes of using CIH modalities for patient treatments. The purpose of this project was to explore the experiences and outcomes of collegiate athletic trainers using CIH modalities. Methods: This study used qualitative semi-structured interviews, analyzed by phenomenological approach, using consensual qualitative research analysis. Trustworthiness and credibility of the consensus codebook were established by member checking, multi-analyst triangulation, and auditing. Fourteen athletic trainers (7 females, 7 …

Caregiver Experiences Of Feeding Instruction For Infants Born With Cleft Lip And/Or Palate, Clare Huang, Kimberly Green, Lauren E. Bland, Jamie D. Fisher

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: The purpose of this pilot study was to attempt to describe how feeding education was provided to a group of caregivers of infants with cleft lip and/or palate and how they viewed the feeding experience. Method: Participants (n=5) were recruited from two Facebook support groups, Cleft Lip and Palate Support Group and Cleft Mom Support. The data were collected using Qualtrics™ software. The questionnaire consisted of eight demographic questions and seven topic-specific questions. The demographic questions included the exclusion and inclusion criteria. The participants of this study were required to be an English-speaking parent or a caregiver of …

Student Perceptions Of Soft Skills Multisource Feedback In A Professional-Level Athletic Training Program, Christina Davlin-Pater

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: A new multi-source soft skills assessment tool and process was used in an entry-level masters of science in athletic training education program. The goal was to provide students with individualized feedback related to soft skills that would serve to facilitate improvement and growth. The feedback process included self-reflection, goal-setting, and follow-ups.

This study aims to examine athletic training student’s perceptions of a new, multisource soft-skills assessment process and the feedback they received. Methods: A convenience sample of 27 students enrolled in a graduate-level, CAATE-accredited athletic training education program participated in the study. At the beginning of a semester participants …

Telerehabilitation: An Updated View Of Practices, Cost Analysis, And Client Perceptions, Gokcen Akyurek, Selen Aydoner

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Telerehabilitation is an alternative and complementary rehabilitation method in which information and communication technologies are used to remove the distance between healthcare professionals and clients. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the rapid adoption of telerehabilitation services, limiting the in-person rehabilitation services available all over the world. The restrictions that started with the COVID-19 pandemic also negatively affected rehabilitation services, clients, and healthcare professionals, and it was considered essential to provide services using telerehabilitation technology. Therefore, this review aimed to examine and inform health professionals' telerehabilitation practices such as remote assessment, evaluation, intervention, monitoring, supervision, education, and follow-up during the …

Dental Hygienists’ Intentions To Provide Anticipatory Guidance Recommendations: Application Of The Theory Of Planned Behavior, Melissa E. Calhoun, Irina Smilyanski, Linda D. Boyd, Jared Vineyard

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: This study aimed to assess the relationship between the behavioral, normative, and control beliefs of dental hygienists (DHs) and their behavioral intention to provide anticipatory guidance (AG) to expecting parents and caregivers of infants and toddlers. Methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional survey design used convenience sampling strategies to recruit DHs (n=335) who provided oral health care to expecting parents and caregivers of children 0-5 years old. A survey was developed based on the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) and validated. Descriptive, correlation and regression analyses were conducted to assess the relationships among variables. Results: The survey completion rate was 72% …

Students Ability To Self-Regulate In A First-Year Experience Health Sciences Course, Michael Holik, Patricia Davidson

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Research has shown students in general do better throughout their post-secondary education if they participated in a First Year Experience (FYE) course. Research questions whether first-year students peform better in face-to-face, online, or blended courses. The purpose of this study was to determine the perceptions of first-year health science students in online and blended learning environments and self-regulation, in a FYE course.

Methods: The study utilized educational design and research tools designed to create and improve teaching and learning practices. For the design of the learning environment, analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) was implemented. Action-based research (ABR) …

Leadership Development In Athletic Training: A Qualitative Study, W. David Carr, Tona Hetzler, Stephanie M. Singe, William Pitney

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose The purpose of this study was to explore how athletic trainers describe their leadership and how the profession can develop future leaders. Methods: Eight participants (four females, four males) completed a phone interview. Interview data were transcribed, coded, and analyzed utilizing a grounded theory approach. The trustworthiness of the data was established by using member checks and triangulation. Results: Characteristics of Leadership theme was defined as 1) Interpersonal Skills, 2) Vision, 3) Pride in Others’ Success, 4) Ethical Decision Making, and 5) Self-Reflective. The Leadership Development theme was characterized by 1) Role Models Professional and Personal, 2) Involvement and …

Speech-Language Pathologists And Disaster Management: Team Roles, Rebecca I. Estes, Heather Berto, Hope Brew, Sophia Cadet, Kolbi L. Holmes, Leah G. Horst, Annie J. Mehl, Gina M. Delgado, Steven P. Vertz

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Disaster management is a topic that is multi-faceted and intricately maintained by professionals who volunteer their expertise and time to assist those who have been affected by an unforeseen disaster. Creating a well-rounded and effective team is of immense importance during disaster situations. Speech-language pathologists can provide vital skills in the realm of communication, feeding, and other areas. However, the role of speech language pathologists within the disaster management team is not well documented in the literature. The purpose of the study was to identify awareness, involvement, and training of speech language pathologists in disaster management stages through exploration …