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• What Students Never Learn in a Grade-Focused System

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper critiques the prevailing grade-focused culture within the Philippine education system, where academic performance is often treated as the sole measure of student worth. Emphasizing compliance over comprehension, this system fosters anxiety, fear of failure, and toxic competition while neglecting the development of critical life skills such as empathy, resilience, and self-awareness. Drawing from recent studies and...

• Public Education in Limbo

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper examines the persistent challenges facing public education in the Philippines, emphasizing the gap between improved access to schooling and the declining quality of learning. Despite increased enrollment and infrastructure development, millions of students remain functionally illiterate, able to read but unable to comprehend texts meaningfully. Drawing on recent statistics and research, the study highlights...

• Why Graduates Aren’t Ready for Work

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper explores the growing disconnect between higher education and workforce readiness among Filipino college graduates. Despite completing academic programs, many graduates struggle to secure jobs that match their qualifications, often entering low-paying roles or remaining unemployed. Drawing from recent data and cultural insights, the study highlights key factors contributing to this employment gap: societal pressure to find...

• Better Systems, Not Just New Buildings

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper challenges the prevailing notion that visible infrastructure improvements—such as new school buildings and renovated classrooms—are sufficient indicators of educational progress in the Philippines. While physical development is often celebrated, underlying systemic issues continue to hinder meaningful learning and teaching experiences. Drawing on recent studies and lived experiences, the paper highlights how...

• The Danger of Passive Learning

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper critically examines the widespread use of passive learning in Filipino classrooms and its long-term consequences on student engagement, creativity, and critical thinking. Rooted in lecture-based instruction, the dominant educational approach often prioritizes control and convenience over meaningful learning, particularly in overcrowded and under-resourced schools. While passive methods may seem efficient, they inadvertently...

• Educating Community Constituents as Partners in Peace and Order

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper explores the critical role of community education in promoting peace and order at the grassroots level in the Philippines. It argues that effective public safety cannot rely solely on police presence but must involve informed and empowered citizens. Drawing from real-life observations and national data, the study emphasizes the importance of barangay-level initiatives in educating constituents—families, youth, and...

• Criminal Justice Education: A Focus for Gen Z

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper explores the importance of integrating criminal justice education into the learning experiences of Generation Z, emphasizing its relevance beyond students pursuing law or criminology. In an era where justice issues are increasingly discussed through digital platforms, young Filipinos exhibit growing awareness but often lack a grounded understanding of the justice system’s structure and function. The study highlights the...

• Managing Schools in the Digital Age: The Power of ICT in Education

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This article explores how Information and Communication Technology (ICT) enhances school management by easing administrative tasks, improving communication, and supporting instructional leadership. While digital tools foster efficiency and connection...

• How can Home Economics Empower Lives and Communities in the 21st Century?

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  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...

• An Examination of the Challenges Faced by BSIE-Home Economics Graduates in Achieving Licensure: Insights on Lost Momentum and Missed Opportunities

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  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...

• Overcoming the Perception of “Bad at Math”

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  The perception of being “bad at math” is a learned mindset shaped by fear, early negative experiences, and social influences rather than an innate inability. Math anxiety stemming from these factors negatively impacts students’ confidence and academic...

• Teaching Science in the 21st Century Learners

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  Teaching science to 21st-century learners in the Philippines requires moving beyond content delivery toward fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving. Addressing diverse learner needs, integrating technology, contextualizing lessons...

• Examining Innovation in Industrial Arts: Going Beyond Wood and Metal

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This article explores the evolving role of Industrial Arts education in the Philippines, advocating a shift beyond traditional woodworking and metalwork. It highlights the integration of digital tools, sustainability practices, and design thinking to equip students...

• From Non-STEM to Science Educator: Navigating the Chemistry Gap

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper addresses the challenges faced by non-STEM Senior High School graduates in the Philippines who pursue science education, particularly chemistry, at the tertiary level. It highlights the “chemistry gap” that affects their academic performance and teaching...

• How TechVoc Reminds Us That Even the Simple Dreams Are Worth Chasing

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This article highlights the value of Technical-Vocational education (TechVoc) in nurturing meaningful and practical dreams, especially those considered simple by society. It emphasizes that TechVoc equips students with real-life skills, fosters self-confidence, and...

• From Concepts to Commerce: How Business Schools Build the Future of Filipino Enterprises

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper highlights how business schools in the Philippines are transitioning from theory-based education to active enterprise development. By integrating real-world challenges, interdisciplinary learning, and financial literacy, these institutions empower...

• Real Changes, What Schools Truly Need

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper underscores the urgent need for genuine, ground-up reform in the Philippine education system by centering the lived realities of students and teachers in rural public schools. Drawing on real-world observations and supported by recent studies, it highlights systemic issues such as overcrowded classrooms, dilapidated school facilities, lack of instructional materials, and the socio-cultural isolation of provincial learners. The analysis reveals...

• Natural vs. Chemical Beauty Products: Which Is Better for Long-Term Skin Health?

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This article explores the ongoing debate between natural and chemical beauty products in the context of long-term skin health. While natural products are often seen as safer and more eco-friendly, chemical-based skincare is praised for its targeted and scientifically...

• Quality or Quantity: The Overcrowding of Students in Schools

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This essay examines the detrimental effects of classroom overcrowding on teaching quality, student learning, and overall educational outcomes. While increasing access to education is commendable, the paper argues that it must not come at the expense of...

• Part-Time Worker. Part-Time Students

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This article explores the lived experiences of Filipino college students who balance part-time work with academic responsibilities. While employment provides financial relief and independence, it often compromises academic performance, mental health, and overall...

• Are We Teaching or Just Translating?

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This article explores a pervasive challenge in Philippine classrooms where teachers often rely on direct translation of English lessons into Filipino or local dialects, a practice that hampers genuine understanding and learning. While translation may appear helpful, it...

• Mother Tongue or Muddled Tongue

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  The Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE) policy in the Philippines aims to improve young learners' comprehension by using their home languages in instruction. Despite its educational promise, the policy faces significant challenges in...

• More Than Just a Paycheck: The Real Needs of Filipino Educators

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  Filipino educators face challenges far beyond their workload, including emotional and mental exhaustion stemming from inadequate institutional support and financial insecurity. Despite their multiple roles as teachers, counselors, and community workers...

• High Grades, Empty Minds

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This essay critically examines the Philippine education system's emphasis on grades over genuine learning. Despite high marks and honor roll placements, many students lack comprehension, critical thinking, and real-world application skills. The current assessment...

• Skilled to Serve: How Food-Related Tech-Voc Courses Empower Communities

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  Food-related technical-vocational (tech-voc) education equips individuals with culinary, food safety, and hospitality skills, offering a practical route to employment and entrepreneurship. These programs empower underserved populations, stimulate local...