University of Rizal System

This research aims to identify and reveal the connection between ethnomathematics and ethnomodeling in Indonesia’s bocah sukerta traditional ceremony. An ethnographic design was used to reveal the research objectives. The participants involved in this research were the ceremony leader and bocah sukerta. Next, the data obtained from interviews and observations were analyzed using the content analysis method. The research results reveal that the ethnomathematics connection is reflected in weighting activities (weighing objects, calculating total weight, making comparisons, and balancing weights) and the shape of the scales (the basic shape represents 2D geometry, and the frame shape represents 3D geometry). This research also concludes that the ethnomodeling connection produces mathematical understanding, especially in arithmetic operations, weight measurements, weight conversions, mathematical equations, basic statistics, Cartesian coordinates, the center point of a square, and determining a pyramid’s distance, length, and area. Furthermore, this research concludes that the relationship between ethnomathematics and ethnomodeling in the bocah sukerta traditional ceremony can be used to construct didactic designs for square material volumes and rectangular pyramids.

This study examined the effects of gender responsive pedagogy (GRP) in promoting learning equality in public elementary schools in Pililla District, Schools Division Office of Rizal, during the School Year 2025–2026. The study focused on nine public elementary schools, including Bugarin, Halayhayin, Hulo, Malaya, Matagbak, Niogan, Pililla Central, Quisao, and Virgilio B. Melendres Memorial Elementary Schools. Using a descriptive survey research design, the study involved 151 teachers, representing 50% of the total population, selected through random sampling. Respondents were profiled according to age, sex, civil status, educational attainment, position title, length of service, and in-service training participation. Data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire-checklist covering five dimensions: gender-sensitive curriculum, inclusive teaching and learning materials, equitable classroom interaction, gender-responsive language use, and supportive learning environment.Findings revealed that teachers were mostly 30 years and above, female, married, and pursuing graduate studies, with positions ranging from Teacher I to III and more than ten years of service. Results indicated that gender responsive pedagogy has an extreme effect on promoting learning equality across all dimensions. No significant differences were observed in teachers’ perceptions based on their demographic or professional profiles. Teachers reported challenges in implementing GRP, particularly the lack of training and learning materials.The study concluded that GRP positively influences learning equality regardless of teacher demographics or professional background. It is recommended that schools and teachers sustain gender-responsive practices, address systemic biases, and provide inclusive resources to enhance learning outcomes. The proposed action plan may guide implementation, and future research may explore additional variables to further strengthen GRP in elementary education.

Financial literacy is a useful tool in making informed financial decisions. : Financial literacy among the personnel of the University is an important skill to have a stable and ‎financially secure life. This study aimed to explore the faculty and staff financial literacy as ‎an input for crafting an intervention program. The study used a descriptive-survey research ‎design with survey questionnaires as the main instrument in gathering the required data. The ‎study revealed that the majority of the respondents were female, belonged to the middle age, and were in ‎a low academic rank of instructor I and admin aide 1, receiving 30,000 and monthly ‎family income and spent almost equal to their income, with regular savings accounts ‎, and a handful of personnel had long-term investments. There is a varying degree of financial literacy among the faculty and non-teaching personnel. Faculty are more ‎literate as compared to the non-teaching personnel in aspects of saving and money ‎management, investment and risk management, while they do not differ when it comes to ‎borrowing and debt management, and awareness of economic issues‎.

This study assessed the implementation of the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and students’ academic performance in the Division of Rizal, specifically the BCMT Sub-Office. The respondents were the total enumeration of 21 ALS Teachers and one hundred forty-six (146) learners. They were categorized according to their profile variables, namely, age, sex, educational attainment, and no. of years in teaching. A descriptive quantitative research design was used, utilizing a Questionnaire Checklist in the survey. This study finds that the ALS teachers were young adults and still in the process of preparing and mastering the content, strategies, and evaluation of the ALS program. The program is dedicated to delivering practical, engaging, and accommodating educational experiences that address the varied needs of students. It emphasizes continuous improvement to maintain relevance and enhance the overall learning journey for all involved. Students' performance in their assessments is considered satisfactory, indicating that they are meeting expected standards, the teachers' dedicated efforts have played a significant role in student success, demonstrating their commitment and effectiveness, yet students view these efforts as the norm and believe that both coordinators and teachers can further improve their performance and offer additional support to enhance the learning experience. Efforts in delivering lessons have significantly contributed to student success, reflecting their commitment and effectiveness; however, students perceive these efforts as standard and believe that both teachers and coordinators can further improve performance by providing enhanced support during classes and leveraging the expertise of more experienced or highly educated coordinators to optimize resources and foster better learning outcomes. The degree of implementation continues to demonstrate the crucial role of governance in the overall operation and development of functionally literate individuals. The Management Program for ALS implementers was proposed at the onset of the specific challenges, aiming to address and mitigate these issues proactively to improve program effectiveness and support the implementers in overcoming obstacles more efficiently.

In Philippine history education, the growing influence of digital media has shifted students' learning preferences, offering both opportunities and challenges. The widespread use of social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok has affected how students access and engage with historical content. A key challenge is that social media, with its easily digestible information, impacts students' attention spans and trust in traditional versus digital sources. This shift underscores the importance of integrating multimedia tools into history education while maintaining rigorous academic standards. This study examines how students' inclination toward social media influences their engagement with historical content and trust in information sources. Using a phenomenological approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with students from diverse educational backgrounds. The analysis highlights the growing reliance on visual and auditory learning methods, reflecting the "digital native" phenomenon. Although social media offers easy access to information, students still prefer traditionally published historical materials for their credibility and authoritative nature. However, the brevity of social media content tends to reduce students' interest in conducting deeper historical research. The study recommends that educators incorporate multimedia elements in history education to improve student engagement while fostering critical thinking and media literacy. Balancing the use of digital tools with high academic standards is essential to ensure students develop a comprehensive understanding of history

This study focuses on the analysis of the business continuity plan and financial performance of the selected textile businesses in CALABARZON. The findings reveal that the assessment of respondents on the business continuity plan in terms of prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery is at a very great extent. However, the financial performance of the companies in terms of profitability, liquidity, and solvency is greatly affected by the pandemic crisis. In terms of liquidity, half of the companies have a very good current ratio score in 2020 and 2021, but the majority of the companies have terrible scores for the debt to asset ratio (DAR) and debt to equity ratio (DER) in the last three years (2019-2021). Furthermore, there is no significant relationship between the respondents assessment on the business continuity plan and the financial performance of the selected textile industry, except for the response in terms of debt to asset ratio for the years 2019 to 2021. The study also identifies the strengths and weaknesses of the textile industry, where the industrys adaptability is its strength, while the production weaknesses lead to a reduction in sales and revenues. The proposed multi-usable framework focuses on the businesss entirety and ensuring that critical services and functions provided by the business will still be performed, both if threatened by disruption as well as after the threat has subsided. Finally, the study concludes that the pandemic has affected businesses in various ways, and they need to adapt to control their operations, proactively manage resources, make informed decisions, and use technology effectively to manage change.

ABSTRACT In the Philippines, misidentification of strawberry cultivars is highly likely because of inadequate methods of identification by farmers. An attempt was made to develop single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) markers and use them to detect possible misidentification among commercially grown strawberry cultivars. Leaf samples from several cultivars were obtained from strawberry farmers in La Trinidad, Benguet, the Philippines. Expressed sequence tags from the anthocyanidin reductase (ANR) gene were screened for putative SNPs. Eleven SNP markers were developed and used to discriminate among the collected samples. The SNP markers grouped the cultivars into five genotypic clusters with seven distinct genotypic identities. Clustering analysis revealed inconsistencies between the farmers’ identification and the molecular classification. ‘Sweet Charlie’ samples were assigned to four genotypic clusters and ‘Strawberry Festival’ samples were grouped into three separate clusters. There is a high probability that cultivar misidentification has indeed occurred. The molecular markers developed in this study could assist in future cultivar verification efforts, germplasm management, and breeding programmes.

This paper discusses the use of Checkland's soft systems methodology with the broader framework of participative systemic action research. It builds on an earlier critique of SSM, discussing particularly its use as a tool for participation and emancipation: the paper discusses how SSM was used as a method to help successfully achieve emancipatory development in a rural area in the Philippines. Important emergent features that ensured such success for SSM were (a) the role of the facilitator and the process of facilitation, (b) the commitment to learning with and from all participants, (c) the contextualization of the SSM, and (d) a commitment to authentic participation of all stakeholders. Mention is also made of the different issues concerning the implementation of agreed change in situations where there are no clear power hierarchies. Copyright © 1999 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.