VOlUME 06 ISSUE 07 JULY 2023
1Kasandra Concepcion M. Gacita,2Ramil A. Purog
1Undergraduate Program, Leyte Normal University, Tacloban City, 6500, Philippines
2Faculty, Leyte Normal University, Tacloban City, 6500, Philippines
DOI : https://doi.org/10.47191/ijsshr/v6-i7-77Google Scholar Download Pdf
ABSTRACT
To ascertain the country's delivery of high-quality education and thus ascend the global competitiveness of Filipino professionals worldwide, a new educational system was designed to be responsive to the precedingly specified present-time demands through the Philippine government's implementation of the Republic Act (R.A.) No. 10533, or the "Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013". Despite the benefits this law has offered, its legislation has undoubtedly posed diverse challenges to the students, such as the cases of strand-course mismatches among the tertiary students that incredibly induce several academic obstacles in the long run. In this study, the case of a mismatched student was investigated, including the challenges and coping mechanisms. The researchers employed a single case study and conducted an interview with a non-academic strand graduate of senior high school who enrolled in an education program at college. The data gathered were subsequently analyzed through the use of thematic analysis. Consequently, the conclusions were drawn based on the challenges identified by the participant, which included grappling with unfamiliar subject matter and falling behind her peers. The participant employed several coping mechanisms, including dedicating extra effort, creating a study plan, minimizing distractions, seeking support from friends, family, and mentors, and taking frequent breaks.
KEYWORDS:Coping Mechanisms, Mismatch Student, K to12 Program, Senior High School, Tertiary Education
REFERENCES
1) Abulencia, A. (2015, October). The Unraveling of K-12 Program as an Education Reform in the Philippines. Retrieved from Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/283084339_The_Unraveling_of_K- 12_Program_as_an_Education_Reform_in_the_Philippines
2) Agas, J. S., Bernabe, Z. I., Camacho Jr., N. L., Entuna, L. F., Payongayong, M. T., & Ablen, A. S. (2019). Factors Affecting the Academic Performance of Freshmen Students Major Ii English at Bestlink College of the Philippines. Retrieved from Ascendens Asia Singapore – Bestlink College of the Philippines Journal of Multidisciplinary Research: https://ojs.aaresearchindex.com/index.php/aasgbcpjmra/article/view/1101
3) Alam, R., & Islam, R. (2022, November). Determinants of Academic Performance of the Students. Retrieved from Athens Journal of Education : https://www.athensjournals.gr/education/2022-9-4-6-Alam.pdf
4) Arora, N., & Singh, N. (2017, January). Factors Affecting the Academic Performance of College Students. Retrieved from Research Gate:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/319670964_Factors_Affecting_the_Academic_Performance_of_College_Stude nts
5) Binder, T., Sandmann, A., Sures, B., Friege , G., Theyssen , H., & Schmiemann, P. (2019, September 19). Assessing prior knowledge types as predictors of academic achievement in the introductory phase of biology and physics study programmes using logistic regression. Retrieved from SpringOpen:
https://stemeducationjournal.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s40594-019-0189-9
6) Braun, V., & Clarke, V. (2006). Using thematic analysis in psychology. Retrieved from Academia:
https://www.academia.edu/39280333/Braun_and_Clarke_2006_thematic_analysis
7) Brillantes, K. B., Orbeta , A. C., Francisco-Abrigo , K. A., Capones, E. M., & Jovellanos, J. B. (2019, December). Status of Senior High School Implementation:. Retrieved from Philippine Institute for Development Studies: https://pidswebs.pids.gov.ph/CDN/PUBLICATIONS/pidsdps1913.pdf
8) Conde,, C. F. (2021, March). A Quick Guide to Case Studies. Retrieved from PREVNet:
https://youthdatingviolence.prevnet.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Guide-to-Case-Studies-fnl.pdf
9) Crossman, A. (2020, February 2). An Overview of Qualitative Research Methods. Retrieved from ThoughtCo.: https://www.thoughtco.com/qualitative-research-methods-3026555
10) Dizon, R. L., Calbi, J. S., Cuyos, J. S., & Miranda , M. (2019, April 12). Perspectives on the Implementation of the K to 12 Program in the Philippines: A Research Review. Retrieved from International Journal of Innovation and Research in Educational Sciences:
https://www.ijires.org/administrator/components/com_jresearch/files/publications/IJIRES_1638_FINAL.pdf
11) Dollaga, D. (2011, October). PERCEPTION OF PARENTS OF THE STUDENTS AFFECTED BY ADDITIONAL TWO YEARS IN BASIC EDUCATION. Retrieved from Academia:
https://www.academia.edu/30096363/PERCEPTION_OF_PARENTS_OF_THE_STUDENTS_AFFECTED_BY_ADDI TIONAL_TWO_YEARS_IN_BASIC_EDUCATION
12) Duque, A. D. (2021). A Probe on the Value of K to 12 strands to Senior High Shool Graduates' Tertiary Education.
13) Ednave, R. E., Gatchalian, V. P., Mamisao, J. B., Canuto, X. O., Caugiran, M. D., Ekid, J. A., & Ilao, M. C. (2018, May). PROBLEMS AND CHALLENGES ENCOUNTERED IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE K TO 12 CURRICULUM: A SYNTHESIS. Retrieved fromAcademia:
https://www.academia.edu/39704530/PROBLEMS_AND_CHALLENGES_ENCOUNTERED_IN_THE_IMPLEMENT ATION_OF_THE_K_TO_12_CURRICULUM_A_SYNTHESIS
14) Formaran, N. F., Bambalan, J., Barles, G., Caraig, A., Recel, R., Aporto, E., . . . Racela, N. (2021, December 15). FROM STRAND MISMATCH TO ACADEMIC PATCH: A PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY OF FILIPINO COLLEGE STUDENTS WITH STRAND MISMATCH. Retrieved from International Journal of Current Research: https://www.journalcra.com/sites/default/files/issue-pdf/43053.pdf
15) Funmilola, A. E., & Adesokan, C. (2021, June 6). Social Factors and Academic Stress among Higher Institution. Retrieved from International Journal of Academic Multidisciplinary Research (IJAMR): http://ijeais.org/wp- content/uploads/2021/6/IJAMR210607.pdf
16) Garcia, C. (2010, June). Conceptualization and Measurement of Coping During Adolescence: A Review of the Literature. Retrieved from J Nurs Scholarsh: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2904627/
17) Global, A. (2022). HUMSS STRAND COURSES JOB LISTS. Retrieved from AECC GLOBAL: https://www.aeccglobal.com.ph/blog/humss-strand-courses-jobs- list#:~:text=The%20word%20HUMSS%20refers%20to,%2C%20education%2C%20and%20so%20forth
18) Johnston, H. (2010, April). Pathways to College: What High Schools Can Do to Prepare Students for College Admission and Academic Success in Higher Education. Retrieved from Education Partnerships, Inc.: https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED538410.pdf
19) Kokemuller, N. (n.d.). Importance of College Preparation. Retrieved from SeattlePi:
https://education.seattlepi.com/importance-college-preparation-1024.html
20) Kurlaender , M., & Howell, J. S. (n.d.). Academic Preparation for College: Evidence on the Importance of Academic Rigor in High School. Advocacy & Policy Center Affinity Network Background Paper. Retrieved from Eric: https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED541982
21) LawInsider. (n.d.). Teacher education program definition. Retrieved from
https://www.lawinsider.com/dictionary/teacher- education-program
22) Llego, M. (n.d.). List of DepEd Senior High School (SHS) Tracks and Strands. Retrieved from TEACHERPH: https://www.teacherph.com/list-deped-senior-high-school-shs-tracks-and-strands/
23) Lumen. (n.d.). Regulating Stress. Retrieved from Lumenlearning: https://courses.lumenlearning.com/waymaker- psychology/chapter/regulation-of-stress/
24) Manapsal, J. P. (2018). Factors of Undecidability in Career Choices of Grade 11 General Academic Track Students. Basis for Career Decision-Making Program. Retrieved from grin: https://www.grin.com/document/455104
25) Medenilla, S. P. (2019, September 23). PHL lags behind in budget for education in Asean. Retrieved from BusinessMirror:
https://businessmirror.com.ph/2019/09/23/phl-lags-behind-in-budget-for-education-in- asean/#:~:text=The%20Asean%20countries%20with%20the,percent%20and%20Malaysia%2C%206.1%20percent
26) Millet, H. K. (2010, May). The year of change: Challenges faced by first year students based on individual identities. Retrieved from Senior Honors Projects: https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1024&context=honors201019
27) Natividad, N. (2019, January 18). Challenges in the Implementation of K to 12 Enhanced Basic Education Program in the Division of Santa Rosa City: Basis for a Proposed School-Based Senior High School Strategic Plan. Retrieved from Ascendens
Asia Journal of Multidisciplinary Research Abstracts :
https://ojs.aaresearchindex.com/index.php/AAJMRA/article/view/7764
28) Nucum, K. (2018, October 08). SHS Sports Track: What is it all about? Retrieved from Edukasyon.ph: https://www.edukasyon.ph/blog/shs-sports-track-what-is-it-all-about
29) OEd Senior High School. (2021). Online Education (OEd) Senior High School. Retrieved from AMA University Online Education: https://www.onlineshs.com/online-senior-high-school/#
30) Ogbogu , C. (n.d.). IMPACT OF ACADEMIC STRESS ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS(STUDY OF ENUGU STATE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ENUGU NIGERIA). RetrievedfromAcademia:
https://www.academia.edu/33900639/IMPACT_OF_ACADEMIC_STRESS_ON_ACADEMIC_PERFORMANCE_AMONG_
UNIVERSITY_STUDENTS_STUDY_OF_ENUGU_STATE_UNIVERSITY_OF_SCIENCE_AND_TECHNOL OGY_ENUGU_NIGERIA
31) Okabe, M. (2013). Where does Philippine education go? : the "K to 12" program and reform of Philippine basic education. Retrieved from Institute of Developing Economies, Japan External Trade Organization(JETRO): https://ideas.repec.org/p/jet/dpaper/dpaper425.html
32) Olufemi, O., Adediran , A., & Oyediran, W. (2018, October). FACTORS AFFECTING STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION IN SOUTHWEST, NIGERIA. Retrieved from European Centre for Research Training and Development UK:
https://www.eajournals.org/wp-content/uploads/Factors-Affecting- Students%E2%80%99-Academic-Performance-in-Colleges-of-Education-in-Southwest-Nigeria.pdf
33) Orbeta, A. J., Lagarto, M. B., Ortiz, M. K., Ortiz, D. P., & Potestad , M. V. (2019, September 24). Senior High School and the Labor Market: Perspectives of Grade 12 Students and Human Resource Officers. Retrieved from Philippine Institute for Development Studies: https://www.pids.gov.ph/publication/research-paper-series/senior-high-school-and-the-labor- market-perspectives-of-grade-12-students-and-human-resource-officers
34) Pudrovska, C. T. (2007). Mid-Life and Later-Life Crises. Retrieved from ScienceDirect:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/psychology/coping-strategies
35) Quintos , C. A., Caballes, D. G., Gapad , E. M., & Valdez, M. R. (2020, December 1). Exploring Between SHS Strand and College Course Mismatch: Bridging the Gap Through School Policy on Intensified Career Guidance Program. Retrieved from iScholar: https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/CiiTDMKE/article/view/207480
36) Reddy, J. K., Menon , K., & Thattil, A. (2018). Academic Stress and its Sources Among University Students. Retrieved from Biomed Pharmacol Journal: https://biomedpharmajournal.org/vol11no1/academic-stress-and-its-sources-among- university-students/
37) Ribeiro, L., Rosário, P., Núñez, J., Gaeta, M., & Fuentes, S. (2019, December 9). First-Year Students Background and Academic Achievement: The Mediating Role of Student Engagement. Retrieved from Fronteirs: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.02669/full
38) Saber, L. (2015, December). Issues,concerns, and prospects: teacher training institution's views on k to 12. Retrieved from https://research-manila.letran.edu.ph/read/107
39) Stanisławski, K. (2019, April 16). The Coping Circumplex Model: An Integrative Model of the Structure of Coping With Stress. Retrieved from Front Psychol: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6476932/#B114
40) Taveras-Igaravídez, J. (2015, March 29). CHALLENGES IN CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION. Retrieved from Academia:
https://www.academia.edu/12833303/CHALLENGES_IN_CURRICULUM_IMPLEMENTATION#:~:text=During%20t he%20process%20of%20curriculum,it%20more%20complex%20to%20execute
41) Theraphy, G. (2018). Coping Mechanisms. Retrieved from GoodTherapy:
42) https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/psychpedia/coping-mechanisms
43) Tibay, R. (2018, May 26). Lawmakers start to worry about impact of K to12 program on PH education system. Retrieved from Manila Bulletin: https://mb.com.ph/2018/05/26/lawmakers-start-to-worry-about-impact-of-k-to-12-program-on-ph- education-system/
44) Vallente, C. M., Albia, I., Gayosa , J., Dollaga, K., & Nobleza, M. (2016, March). Factors Influencing Student’s Choice for a Senior High School Academic Track. Retrieved from Academia:
https://www.academia.edu/24592420/Factors_Influencing_Students_Choice_for_a_Senior_High_School_Academic_Tra ck
45) WorldBank. (n.d.). Higher Education. Retrieved from https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/tertiaryeducation