Online ISSN: 3082-5571 PUBLISHER: Stratworks Research Inc. JOURNAL ABBREVIATION: Educ. Ind. Rev. PUBLICATION FREQUENCY: Monthly PUBLISHING MODEL: Open Access EMAIL & INQUIRY: eir.submissions@stratworksresearch.com PUBLISHER ADDRESS: 9B Venus St. Chimang Morning Breeze Tugbungan, Zamboanga City 7000 Philippines PUBLISHER CONTACT NUMBER: +639567992322 Education and Industry Review (Essays and Critiques) Examines the intersection of education, workforce development, and industry practice. Covers curriculum relevance, skills alignment, vocational and technical education, graduate employability, education policy, labor trends, corporate-academe linkages, upskilling initiatives, and sector-based training programs. Focuses on evidence-driven essays and reviews that analyze how education systems respond to evolving industry demands and economic realities.
This paper explores how teachers’ digital fluency strengthens engagement and communication with Gen Z learners. Studies reveal that educators who understand digital culture and confidently integrate technology create more interactive, student-centered, and motivating learning environments. Digital competence therefore serves as a bridge that enhances classroom dynamics, teacher–student relationships, and meaningful learning experiences.
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Science education extends beyond factual learning by developing critical thinking, scientific literacy, and informed decision-making skills essential for active citizenship. It empowers learners to evaluate evidence, address socio-scientific issues, and resist misinformation in an increasingly digital society. Ultimately, science education serves as a catalyst for democratic participation, responsible action, and societal resilience.
This paper highlights the growing importance of digital literacy in transforming science education from traditional chalkboard instruction to interactive, technology-driven learning environments. Digital tools such as simulations and learning management systems enhance student engagement, conceptual understanding, and academic performance while supporting data-informed and student-centered teaching practices. The study emphasizes that digitally competent educators play a crucial role in creating adaptive and collaborative learning experiences for 21st-century learners.
Curriculum Innovation in Technical and Vocational Education
This study highlights the importance of integrating artificial intelligence into Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) to meet Industry 4.0 demands. AI enhances personalized learning, simulation-based training, and data-driven assessment, improving learner engagement and skill development. However, successful implementation requires addressing infrastructure, teacher readiness, and ethical challenges.
Enhancing Pre-Service Teacher Competencies in Industrial Education through AI Integration
This paper examines how integrating artificial intelligence (AI) enhances the competencies of pre-service teachers in industrial education. It highlights AI’s role in improving pedagogical strategies, fostering industry-relevant skills, and enabling experiential learning. Despite its benefits, challenges such as limited resources and ethical concerns require structured training and institutional support.
This paper highlights the role of a growth mindset in transforming students’ attitudes toward mathematics from fear to resilience. It emphasizes how beliefs about intelligence influence motivation, persistence, and academic success. By promoting effort, constructive feedback, and positive learning environments, educators can enhance engagement and performance in mathematics.
Embedded Electronics as the Core of IoT Technology
This paper examines the role of embedded electronics as the fundamental infrastructure enabling Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. Through the integration of microcontrollers, sensors, and communication modules, embedded systems allow devices to collect, process, and transmit data within interconnected networks. Their functionality supports real-time monitoring, automation, and intelligent decision-making across modern industrial and digital systems.
This paper highlights the crucial role of electronic hardware in enabling the performance and scalability of artificial intelligence systems. It explains how specialized processors, accelerators, and edge computing devices support complex AI computations across modern applications. Advancements in semiconductor technologies and innovative architectures continue to shape the future of intelligent systems.
This paper explores the shift from traditional visual instruction to kinesthetic teaching strategies in mathematics to better address diverse learning modalities. Movement-based and hands-on approaches enhance engagement, self-efficacy, and academic performance while integrating physical activity and emerging technologies. Kinesthetic learning is presented as a transformative and inclusive approach to improving mathematical understanding and achievement.
This paper examines how cognitive approaches—particularly metacognition, self-regulation, and strategic problem-solving—influence mathematics performance. Learners who actively plan, monitor, and reflect on their thinking demonstrate deeper understanding and higher achievement. Integrating reflective practices and technology-enhanced tools supports the development of effective mathematical reasoning skills.
This paper highlights how table skirting serves as a foundational tourism skill that instills patience, creativity, and discipline among learners. Beyond decoration, it shapes values essential to hospitality, emphasizing attention to detail and genuine service. Through practice, students develop both technical skill and character, reflecting the heart of the tourism industry.
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This paper highlights how floral arrangement enhances customer experience in tourism and hospitality by creating welcoming, emotionally resonant spaces. It emphasizes that arranging flowers teaches patience, mindfulness, and emotional expression, helping students develop key hospitality values. Ultimately, floral design becomes both an aesthetic practice and a powerful tool for meaningful customer connection.
This paper examines how digital innovation enhances environmental sustainability education by transforming waste-related learning into meaningful, future-ready competencies. Through digital fabrication, data-driven tools, and experiential design, students develop creativity, systems thinking, and technological proficiency aligned with emerging green industry demands. The discussion highlights the need for institutional support and teacher readiness to ensure effective integration of technology in sustainability learning. Ultimately, digital innovation empowers learners to develop environmentally responsible, industry-relevant solutions that prepare them for a rapidly evolving global workforce.
This paper explores the pivotal role of self-efficacy in shaping students’ mathematical learning experiences and outcomes. Rooted in Bandura’s theory, self-efficacy is presented as a key determinant of learners’ motivation, resilience, and engagement in problem-solving. Students with high self-efficacy approach mathematics with confidence and persistence, while those with low self-efficacy are prone to anxiety and avoidance. The discussion emphasizes the teacher’s role in fostering confidence through scaffolding, constructive feedback, and mastery experiences. Ultimately, self-efficacy not only enhances academic performance but also cultivates lifelong learning and career readiness, positioning it as a cornerstone of both mathematical and personal growth.
This article emphasizes the importance of recognizing and minimizing cancer-causing substances found within households. Common products—such as cleaning agents, plastics, cosmetics, and construction materials—can contain carcinogenic compounds like formaldehyde, benzene, and asbestos. Additionally, factors such as food handling, air quality, and infection-related exposures contribute to cancer risks. The paper underscores the critical role of education and community awareness in empowering families to make safer choices, particularly in low-resource settings where access to cancer treatment remains limited. Strengthening preventive practices at home can significantly reduce health risks and promote long-term well-being.
In an era of decreasing attention spans, sustaining motivation in mathematics classrooms poses significant challenges. Recent studies highlight the importance of adopting innovative teaching strategies that transform mathematics into an engaging and meaningful experience. Approaches such as enrichment activities, real-world applications, technological tools like virtual reality, and gamified learning have proven effective in fostering curiosity and participation. Moreover, cultivating a supportive environment that values resilience and constructive feedback nurtures a growth mindset among learners. Together, these methods promote sustained engagement, improved performance, and a deeper appreciation for mathematics.
The Role of Clinical Instructors in Shaping Nurse Competence
Clinical instructors serve as vital bridges between nursing theory and practice, shaping the competence of future nurses through experiential learning, professional role modeling, feedback, and assessment. Their guidance fosters critical thinking, resilience, and professional socialization, ensuring that students develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for safe and effective patient care. By closing the gap between classroom instruction and clinical application, clinical instructors play an indispensable role in preparing nurses to meet the complex demands of modern healthcare.
Why Every Student Needs Home Economics Today
Home economics remains a vital yet underappreciated subject in today’s educational landscape. Moving beyond its traditional stereotypes, it provides interdisciplinary life skills that prepare students for real-world challenges in nutrition, financial literacy, consumer awareness, and health management. By dismantling gender-based assumptions and equipping learners with essential competencies, home economics fosters independence, resilience, and holistic growth. Reintroducing and modernizing this subject ensures that students are not only academically prepared but also capable of thriving in everyday life.
This paper explores the persistent challenge of math anxiety among Generation Z learners and presents strategies to transform mathematics into an empowering discipline. Grounded in research on attention spans, collaborative learning, multimedia resources, and gamification, it emphasizes the importance of aligning instructional methods with learner preferences while addressing psychological barriers. By fostering supportive environments, teachers can dismantle fear, build resilience, and enhance mathematical competence.
This paper highlights the transformative role of the Staff and Instructor’s Knowledge Advancement Program (SIKAP) in strengthening professional development among educators in the Philippines. By removing financial barriers, SIKAP empowers faculty to pursue advanced degrees, refine pedagogical practices, and engage with global educational standards. Grounded in human capital theory, the program illustrates how strategic investment in faculty development fosters institutional growth, educational excellence, and national socio-economic progress.
This article examines the need for a holistic approach to supporting Filipino teachers, addressing not just compensation but also professional growth, working conditions, and emotional well-being. It emphasizes that competitive pay must be paired with systemic reforms, capacity-building programs, adequate resources, and mental health support to retain motivated and effective educators.
This paper highlights the absence of targeted policies for gifted learners in the Philippine Education Commission II (EDCOM II) agenda. Despite national reforms addressing broad educational challenges, gifted students remain underserved due to a lack of institutionalized support and legislation. The article calls for urgent action to recognize and develop the potential of these learners as vital contributors to national progress.
Efforts on Digitalization of Frontline Services in the Philippine Government Setting
This paper examines the Philippine government’s accelerated digitalization of frontline services, driven by the need for efficiency, transparency, and accessibility. It discusses national initiatives such as the eGovPH Super App, Digital National ID, and eLGU systems, emphasizing their role in reducing bureaucracy and promoting citizen-centered governance. Challenges—including infrastructure gaps, limited digital literacy, and cybersecurity concerns—are highlighted, along with the crucial role of “digital frontliners” in sustaining reforms. Long-term success will require integrated infrastructure, strong inter-agency collaboration, and continuous capacity-building.
The Unique Touch of Filipino Hospitality
Filipino hospitality is a distinctive cultural identity characterized by warmth, generosity, and deep-rooted communal values. It transcends mere service by honoring guests as extended family through rituals such as kamayan and fiesta celebrations. Anchored in values like pakikisama and pagpapahalaga, Filipino hospitality fosters social harmony but also raises critical reflections on boundaries and self-effacement. This dynamic practice remains an evolving cultural force balancing genuine kindness with cultural expectations.
Life with Technology: The Good and the Bad
Technology deeply influences daily life by enhancing communication, education, healthcare, and work efficiency. However, excessive use poses risks such as health issues, weakened relationships, online safety concerns, and job displacement. Responsible and balanced use is essential to maximize benefits and minimize drawbacks.
Nursing Interventions for Reducing Anxiety in Dementia Caregivers
Caring for a loved one with dementia can cause significant anxiety and stress for family caregivers. Nursing interventions such as caregiver education, emotional support, respite care, mindfulness techniques, and connection to community resources play a vital role in reducing caregiver anxiety and improving their well-being. These interventions empower caregivers with knowledge, emotional resilience, and practical support, ultimately benefiting both the caregiver and the patient.
This paper explores the urgent need to preserve the Filipino language amid the rise of English as a dominant global language. Filipino is not only a means of communication but a vital vessel of cultural identity, history, and collective memory. The increasing preference for English in education and daily life threatens the depth and continuity of Filipino heritage. Through the perspectives of scholars and institutions, this study emphasizes the importance of fostering Filipino language use at home, in schools, and on digital platforms to sustain cultural unity and empower future generations.
Learners with special educational needs (LSENs) face significant barriers in accessing professional assessments crucial for tailored educational planning. Despite legal mandates like the Inclusive Education Act (RA 11650), many LSENs in the Philippines remain underserved due to financial, geographic, and resource constraints. Informal teacher-led evaluations cannot substitute for standardized professional assessments that accurately identify learning needs and guide effective interventions. Advocating for expanded access to professional assessments and fully operational Inclusive Learning Resource Centers (ILRCs) is essential to uphold equity and quality in inclusive education.
How can Home Economics Empower Lives and Communities in the 21st Century?
Home Economics in the Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education (BTLED) program empowers individuals and communities by equipping learners with essential life skills in food preparation, financial literacy, textiles, and entrepreneurship. Beyond traditional household roles, it fosters personal development, livelihood opportunities, and community resilience, particularly in underserved areas. The program also promotes gender equity and inclusive development, preparing graduates to serve as educators and change agents who contribute meaningfully to nation-building.
An Examination of the Challenges Faced by BSIE-Home Economics Graduates in Achieving Licensure: Insights on Lost Momentum and Missed Opportunities
This study examines the multifaceted challenges faced by BSIE-Home Economics graduates in the Philippines in passing the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET). Despite the evolution of teacher education programs, many legacy graduates remain unlicensed due to outdated curriculum alignment, limited access to review programs, psychological impacts of repeated failure, and shifting life circumstances. The findings highlight the need for targeted support and inclusive interventions to address systemic, emotional, and socioeconomic barriers, ensuring these graduates receive a second chance to fulfill their teaching aspirations.