Aligned with the goal of the institution to enhance learning using data-driven instruction, the school initiated a research training program on the conduct of educational action research dubbed as Sustaining Teacher-Leadership and Academic-vitality through Research (STAR). This is anchored on the principle that research is an integral component of any educational institution because it provides a powerful framework for drawing upon the knowledge and experiences of teachers to address important educational issues.
To ensure that the participants are trained by credible and well-respected consultants in the field of research, Dr. Maricar S. Prudente, Full Professor from DLSU-Manila, and Dr. Socorro E. Aguja, Graduate School Vice-Dean from De La Salle Araneta University, were invited to facilitate the webinar-workshop.
The workshop was composed of three-module series. The sessions were scheduled via teleconference for nine (9) Saturdays with three hours each starting July 25, 2020 to September 19, 2020.
Module 1: Developing Action Research Proposals
Module 2: Collecting and Analyzing Evidences of Improvement
Module 3: Disseminating Action Research Results
Thirty-three faculty members and administrators signed up for the program. Below is the list of the participants and the titles of their proposed action research studies.
| Angel V. Corbillon | GS Math Faculty | Integrating Mathematical Modeling in Seesaw to Enhance Engagement and Problem-Solving Performance |
| Carmelita A. Estidola | JHS Science Coordinator | Multiple Attempts in Online Assessments Address Concerns in Academic Honesty: Perceptions of Students and Teachers |
| Cherilyn C. Manuel | GS Science Faculty | Evaluating Seesaw Learning Playlist in Improving Science Performance and Engagement among Grade 1 Students |
| Emmylou Katrina A. Sandoval | Campus Minister for Grade School – Upper Grades | Evaluate the Effectiveness of the One Hour Online Recollection Given to Grade School Students |
| Fritz M. Ferran | SHS Research and Math Faculty, STEM Department | Google Forms – based Lesson Playlist: Examining Students’ Attitude Towards Its Use and Its Effect on Performance |
| Genevieve A. Pillar | Institutional Robotics Coordinator | Developing Robotics Curriculum Guide for Basic Education |
| Graziella V. Santos | GS Language Coordinator | Design a Synchronous Session Routine for Online Distance Learning for Grade 2 Level |
| Hannah Lois T. Navarro | GS Science Faculty | Improving Student Performance in Science through the Aid of Hyperdocs |
| Jay O. Codilla | BRafeNHS English Faculty | Assess the Effectiveness of Adobe Spark in Improving Students’ Creative Thinking Skills |
| Jay-R L. Beterbo | Institutional PE Coordinator | Using Teacher-Made Videos to Improve Students’ Motivation in Engaging to Physical Activities |
| Jeenadine M. Guavis | SHS English Faculty HUMMS Department | Using Active Learning Online Activities (ALOA) in Teaching Reading and Writing |
| Jholan D. Torres | Institutional Computer Technology Coordinator | Assess Students’ Coding Skills Using Scratch Application |
| Joel B. Jalon Jr. | GS Robotics Faculty | Evaluate the Effectivity of Swift Playgrounds in Learning Programming in an ODL Setup |
| Juhainah P. Turqueza | JHS SS Coordinator | Using Differentiated Approach in Improving Student Engagement in World History in the ODL Setup |
| Julian Jeremy G. Teodoro | BRafeNHS Liberal Arts Unit Coordinator | The Relationship Between DLSZ-BRafeNHS Students’ Neuroticism Levels and the Current Practice of Online Correspondence through Multiple Platforms |
| Karen E. Supetran | Social Action Minister for Upper Grades | Online Social Formation Program’s Effectiveness in Providing Social Relevance to Grade 7 Students |
| Kris Danielle M. Volante | JHS Science Faculty | Variation, Duration and Frequency of Asynchronous Tasks in Learning Science |
| Leah Marie T. Castillo | JHS Vice Principal | Designing Authentic Online DistanceLearning Assessments in Teaching Asian History |
| Ma. Victoria C. Leonardo | JHS Math Coordinator | Improving Instruction Using Cerebry |
| Magi Alamo-Rasos | Strategic Planning Office | Evidenced-based Decision Making for Medium to Long Term Planning |
| Maria Christine M. Morada | GS Reading Faculty | Improving Grade 3 Students’ Poetry Writing Skills through Flipped Model of Instruction |
| Maria Teresa Suzette P. Balgos | Academic Services Department Director | Effectiveness of a Reflective Module Towards Students’ Responsible Use of Social Media |
| Marian L. Evangelista | JHS PE Teacher | Enhancing Students’ Fitness through Active Lasallian JourneyAssessment during Physical Education Online Distance Learning |
| Marla D. Sylianco | GS Filipino Faculty | Using Gamification Approach in Improving Self-determination among Filipino Language Learners |
| Mary Kathleen B. Benoza | GS Science Teacher | Improving Student Performance in Science through the Aid of Hyperdocs |
| Missy C. Bandin | Coordinator for Student-athlete Academic Affairs and Formation | Designing A Program That Enhances the Academic Performance of Junior High School Student-Athletes |
| Paulo Miguel T. Cervantes | Social Action Campus Ministry | Effectiveness of Podcasts as Formation Content in BRAFENHS Club in the Online Distance Learning Setup |
| Phoebe Anne M. Adrales | JHS PE Faculty | The Impact of Online Flipped Classroom on Student Performance in Physical Education |
| Ricky V. Sabino | Guidance Mentor Academic Services | An Evaluation on CareerGuidance Program |
| Robert Ryan A. Valle | JHS English Teacher | Evaluation of the JHS Scholastic Program |
| Ronald N. Jamito | JHS CL Teacher | Assessing the Formative Value and Relevance of Teaching Christian Living Subject at DLSZ |
| Shelica V. Tan | BRafeNHS English teacher | Reading and Writing in the Time of Corona: A Technology-based Teaching Approach |
| Winona Y. Diola | GS and BRafeNHS Ed Tech Coordinator | Learning Playlist IncreasesStudent Engagement |
Workshop Outputs
As a result of the workshop, abstract and full papers were accomplished. The following participants were invited to present their action research projects in the Community Habit of Action Research on Mondays (CHARM) organized by De La Salle University Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education (BAGCED) Lasallian Institute for Development and Educational Research (LIDER) and Action Research Action Learning (ARAL).
| Author | Date of Presentation |
| Janette B. Torrato | November 23, 2020 |
| Angel V. Corbillon | November 30, 2020 |
| Maria Christine M. Morada | November 30, 2020 |
| Leah Marie O. Tumlos-Castillo | December 7, 2020 |
| Carmelita “Millet” A. Estidola | December 7, 2020 |
| Maria Teresa Suzette P. Balgos | December 14, 2020 |
| Fritz M. Ferran | December 14, 2020 |
| Genevieve A. Pillar | December 21, 2020 |
The rest of the seminar-workshop participants are in the process of completing their action research papers in terms 2 and 3. The objective is to finish and disseminate the action research papers during the DLSZ Research Congress in 2021.
Related Events
Similar workshops attended by administrators from different departments had also been conducted in AY2018-2019. Below were the research outputs accomplished during and after the training-workshop. These were either accepted, presented or published in the following international research conferences.
Future of Education International Conference at Bangkok Thailand in June 2019
| Author | Designation | Title of Study |
| Cesar D. De Guzman | Computer Technology and Home Economics Livelihood Education Coordinator | Assessing the Use of Learning Targets and the Student’s Goal-Directed Skills |
| Genevieve A. Pillar | Institutional Robotics Coordinator | Stakeholders’ Evaluation of the DLSZ Robotics Program: Basis for Policy Development |
| Janette B. Torrato | Grade School Vice Principal | Teachers’ Perceptions on the Principles, Attitudes and Processes in Doing Action Research: Drawing Implications for Faculty Training and Development |
| Leah Marie O. Tumlos-Castillo | Junior High School Social Studies Coordinator | Creating Authentic Blended Learning Assessments Using the Flipped Learning Modality |
| Ruby P. Ramos | Administrative Services Department Director | Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Clean-As-You-Go Campaign |
11th International Conference on E-Education, E- Business, E-Management, and E-Learning (IC4E) on January 10-12, 2020 held in Osaka, Japan
The articles were published in the International Conference Proceedings Series by ACM and archived in the ACM Digital Library. This is indexed by EI Compendex and Scopus reviewed by Thomson Reuters Conference Proceedings Citation Index (ISI Web of Science). ISBN: 978-1-4503-7294.
| Authors | Titles | Linkshttps://dl.acm.org/ |
| Ruby P. RamosDr. Maricar S. Prudente Dr. Socorro E. Aguja | De La Salle Zobel’s Employee Request System: Current State and Future Directions | https://dl.acm.org/action/doSearch?AllField=ruby+p+ramos |
| Genevieve A. PillarDr. Maricar S. PrudenteDr. Socorro E. Aguja | The Effectiveness of Robotics Intervention Strategy (RIS) among Robotics Elite Members | https://dl.acm.org/action/doSearch?AllField=genevieve+a+pillar |
| Janette B. TorratoDr. Maricar S. PrudenteDr. Socorro E. Aguja | Technology Integration, Proficiency and Attitude: Perspectives from Grade School Teachers | https://dl.acm.org/action/doSearch?AllField=janette+torrato |
Membership in Research Organizations
- Genevieve Pillar has been a member of the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) and American Educational Research Association (AERA) since 2019. She was invited by AERA to be part of The Online Volunteer Reviewer System for the 2021 Annual Meeting. She served as panelist to peer review research article submissions from all over the world. These articles will be published in the AERA Journal.
- Janette B. Torrato is an Associate Member of the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) in October 2020.
DLSZ continues to conduct research training to capacitate the employees and create a culture of research in the community. It aims to help the Lasallian Partners produce research articles to improve practices, deliver quality education, and effect educational reforms while at the same time contribute to the production and advancement of new knowledge.