{"title":"A Critical Perspective of the Gestalt Therapeutic Approach","authors":"Petros Orfanos","doi":"10.26803/ijhss.13.2.7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26803/ijhss.13.2.7","url":null,"abstract":"The present study constitutes an effort to present a complete critical perspective of the Gestalt approach. It is based on scientific articles concerning the therapeutic Gestalt approach and is accompanied by general information about the period which it developed and the concepts with which it connects. The use of the material targets the covering, to an extent but not in depth, the relevant issues concerning the Gestalt therapeutic approach which by itself constitutes one of the disadvantages of this critical perspective. The study presents an overview of the Gestalt approach through the presentation of its evolution, its ideas, its therapeutic goals and its techniques. Ultimately, it contributes to the dissemination of the tools used in this approach to consulting professionals and professionals who use or develop clinically therapeutic skills.","PeriodicalId":448344,"journal":{"name":"International journal of humanities and social sciences","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-10-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129736099","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Exploring the Pros and Cons of Implementing Flipped Classroom in a Virtual Learning Environment in Mathematics 7","authors":"A. A. Romero, Edarlyn D. Angeles","doi":"10.26803/ijhss.13.2.4","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26803/ijhss.13.2.4","url":null,"abstract":"Effective implementation of virtual learning has been a challenge encountered by many teachers. This paper investigates the experiences of twenty (20) grade seven students from a university exposed to virtual learning using the flipped classroom model in Mathematics. The informants were chosen from eight learning groups (LG) enrolled in online learning from 2020-2021. The study employed a case study design and used the Clarke and Braun thematic analysis (TA) approach to interpret the qualitative data. It used individual interviews, focused group discussions (FGD), and interviews with parents and teachers to collect relevant information. Google Meet was used to gather the data needed. This study aims to address the challenges encountered by the implementation of virtual classes during the pandemic. It also seeks to explore the pros and cons of putting the flipped classroom approach into practice in a virtual learning environment. The findings revealed that the flipped classroom approach could be an effective strategy in enhancing students’ positive attributes toward learning and socialization in an online learning environment. Also, the teacher could transform the teaching and learning process into a more student-centered classroom in which assessment could be carried out effectively. For future purposes, researchers could address the cons of this study by integrating anecdotal records and performance trackers into the new flipped classroom model developed.","PeriodicalId":448344,"journal":{"name":"International journal of humanities and social sciences","volume":"26 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-10-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125477009","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
S. M. T. Espinol, Carl Reman M. Maranan, R. M. Q. Manalo, Ronel Marcelo
{"title":"Lived Experiences of Gay and Lesbian Adolescents on their Way to Achieving Self-actualization: Basis for the Development of U-Bahaghari: A University-Based LGBT Advocacy Program","authors":"S. M. T. Espinol, Carl Reman M. Maranan, R. M. Q. Manalo, Ronel Marcelo","doi":"10.26803/ijhss.13.2.1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26803/ijhss.13.2.1","url":null,"abstract":"As part of the marginalized and minority group, members of the LGBTQ++ community have a lot of different experiences compared to heterosexual males and females. Being in the stage of identity formation, adolescent gays and lesbians have conflicting and complicated experiences. Their motivation to achieve self-actualization is affected by societal expectations and peer influences. This study aimed to explore how adolescent gays and lesbians try to achieve self-actualization and how the school environment could assist them since they spend most of their time inside the walls of educational institutions. This is done by using thematic analysis. The results indicate that self-worth, gender, coming-out, and motivation are the dominant themes related to the self-actualization of gay and lesbian adolescents. The results also indicated that an inclusive campus climate could promote self-actualization. The role of peers, family members, and the school community is very important in the process. A program that includes a proposed school policy for members of the LGBTQ++ community had been developed in response to the results of the current study. It is recommended that schools should take into consideration the LGBTQ++ students in formulating policies for the entire student body. Schools should also promote the creation of groups and facilitation of activities for LGBTQ++ students.","PeriodicalId":448344,"journal":{"name":"International journal of humanities and social sciences","volume":"125 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-10-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116277225","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Common Assessment in Multi-Deprived Schools: The Case of Flood-Prone Schools in Western Kenya","authors":"G. Erima","doi":"10.26803/ijhss.13.2.2","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26803/ijhss.13.2.2","url":null,"abstract":"The paper draws from a larger doctoral study, conducted between 2013 and 2016 in five flood-prone schools in western Kenya. The mixed methods research investigated: a) how these schools promote epistemological access (EA) and, b) the challenges they encounter towards a socially-just educational experience and comparable learning outcomes to learners. Findings suggested the importance of developing capabilities in a socially-just environment towards achieving (equitable) epistemological access (E)EA) in deprived school environments. There is no question that EA is about schools ensuring the development of capabilities among all learners. To that end, this paper explores the impact of assessment and learner outcomes as determining proxies to epistemological access (EA) and educational progression. It provides an understanding of how EA is measured and how we gauge the extent of learning in disadvantaged schools. In so doing, the paper seeks to provide a clearer conceptual understanding of how modes of assessment and learner outcomes influence (equitable) epistemological access and the educational progression of learners in different learning contexts. It also suggests a model which may be useful for developing policy around curriculum evaluation in multi-deprived settings. This consideration would contribute to the broad concern of social justice in education across all levels in education.","PeriodicalId":448344,"journal":{"name":"International journal of humanities and social sciences","volume":"8 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-10-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124790614","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Josephine Yalley, Ogoe Francis, M. Anlimachie, Cynthia Avoada
{"title":"Human Capital, Economic Growth and Poverty Reduction Nexus: Why Investment in Free Compulsory Universal Education Matters for Africa","authors":"Josephine Yalley, Ogoe Francis, M. Anlimachie, Cynthia Avoada","doi":"10.26803/IJHSS.13.2.3","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26803/IJHSS.13.2.3","url":null,"abstract":"This study uses a quantitative correlational design model to investigate the effects of human capital and economic growth on poverty reduction. The study sampled and analyzed 140 countries’ data from United Nations Human Development Index report, 2010 to 2018. Comparing data from Africa, Europe and Asia, the study found that human capital had a positive effect on economic growth, while economic growth had a negative effect on poverty. The study argues that poverty reduction in Africa matters in creating sustainable global futures and recommends investment into free universal pre-tertiary education as a strategy to combat poverty. https://doi.org/10.26803/ijhss.13.2.3","PeriodicalId":448344,"journal":{"name":"International journal of humanities and social sciences","volume":"97 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-10-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127229368","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shelwyn Dave V Valdez, Mike Lloyd M Acodili, Hazreen Omar, Hebah A Pandapatan, R. Savella, Norjehan Solaiman, A. Valdez, Norjehan S Banto
{"title":"Perceptions of Grade 12 Senior High School Students in the Philippine Engineering and Agro-Industrial College, Inc. (PEACI) towards Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccine","authors":"Shelwyn Dave V Valdez, Mike Lloyd M Acodili, Hazreen Omar, Hebah A Pandapatan, R. Savella, Norjehan Solaiman, A. Valdez, Norjehan S Banto","doi":"10.26803/ijhss.14.1.4","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26803/ijhss.14.1.4","url":null,"abstract":"The advent of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic brought about enormous changes in the life and activities of the people globally; the education sector was no exception. To cope with the drastic change brought about COVID-19, the government mandated vaccinations to protect the population and contain the severe contamination of the virus. This study evaluated the general knowledge, attitude, and perception of Grade 12 senior high school (SHS) students of the Philippine Engineering and Agro-Industrial College, Inc. (PEACI) regarding COVID-19 vaccinations using survey research. An adapted questionnaire from similar research was used as the survey questionnaire of this study involving eighty-three (83) Meranaw grade 12 SHS students enrolled in PEACI school in year 2020-2021. Statistical analyses were done using descriptive statistics only in accordance with the statement of the problems investigated. Findings revealed that some are still skeptical about COVID-19 vaccines, while approximately 20% agree with the contention that COVID 19 is not a disease. This implies that the Meranaw grade 12 SHS students do not have enough knowledge about COVID-19 virus and they tend to ignore the danger brought about by COVID-19. Since that they did not believe that COVID-19 is a disease, it is recommended that the government, particularly the health sector as well the education sector, must conduct health education seminars and orientation about COVID-19 virus in the schools to inform the students of the extent of the dangers brought about by COVID-19 virus. They need to become aware of the health protocols prescribed by the COVID-19 task force and the department of health and follow these. Becoming knowledgeable about the dangerous effects of COVID-19 will hopefully persuade them to be vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine.","PeriodicalId":448344,"journal":{"name":"International journal of humanities and social sciences","volume":"72 1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134020513","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"SHR Offline Multimedia: Its Effectiveness in Improving Reading Performance of Grades I-III Struggling Readers in the New Normal","authors":"Marichu V Dumape, Leah Fe V Lactuan","doi":"10.26803/ijhss.14.1.3","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26803/ijhss.14.1.3","url":null,"abstract":"Reading is an important skill to develop in every learner. The ability to read is one of the factors that affect the learning process. The study aims to improve the reading performance of the pupils through the use of SHR (See it... Hear it... Read it) offline multimedia. This action research investigated the reading performance of Grades 1-3 in Balide Elementary School. It covered the 26 pupils from Grades 1-3 as the respondents whose reading performance is low as reflected in the Individual Reading Progress Monitoring Checklist of the teacher. In this study, the reading levels of the respondents were categorized as can read, few sentence/phrases reader, CVC reader, syllable, and alphabet knowledge reader. Utilizing both quantitative and qualitative research methods, findings revealed that after the intervention there is an improvement of the reading performance of the respondents with respect to their reading level Interviews were used as the second gathering tool and the results showed that the pupils were becoming interested and motivated to read using the SHR offline multimedia. The results further showed that there is a significant difference between the respondents’ reading performance after exposure to the SHR offline multimedia before and after they used the intervention. This implied that the intervention applied is effective in improving the reading performance of the pupils as they were more engaged and motivated to read.","PeriodicalId":448344,"journal":{"name":"International journal of humanities and social sciences","volume":"60 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125470701","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Seeding Change: The Suggestions of the Graduate School Students to Improve the Internet Facilities and Services","authors":"Fe Nangcas Jalon de la Cruz","doi":"10.26803/ijhss.14.1.5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.26803/ijhss.14.1.5","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed to find solutions for the difficulties encountered by the graduate school students with university internet facilities and services. The qualitative method via phenomenology was used. There were 21 participants, including 10 for an in-depth and 11 for FGD interviews. Findings revealed that on the first enquiry there were two major themes identified, namely internet access and limited internet facilities and services. Core issues such as network low bandwidth, slow internet connection and limited use of Wi-Fi technology were indicated while on the second lens, core ideas issues such as an inadequate internet laboratory, a limited number of computer units and a lack of manpower were noted. On the second enquiry, highly accessible and robust internet infrastructure in support of a research culture and additional library and internet facilities and services emerged as major themes. Relative to the first theme, core ideas on a PS dedicated server – global cloud and dedicated server hosting, Wi-Fi zone university campus, and Wi-Fi-ready classrooms were indicated. The next theme, core ideas such as comfortable and convenient library internet rooms, creating a learning commons facility, increased subscriptions to educational data-based material in addition to ProQuest and eBrary, mobile technology services, computer laboratory with printers and increased numbers of professional librarians were additional suggestions. The results implied a call to the university policy makers and top level management to improve the internet facility services in the university.","PeriodicalId":448344,"journal":{"name":"International journal of humanities and social sciences","volume":"120 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123454335","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Quality of Life of Women and Family Planning","authors":"Hiba Thanzeeha","doi":"10.37622/ijhss/11.1.2021.1-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37622/ijhss/11.1.2021.1-6","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":448344,"journal":{"name":"International journal of humanities and social sciences","volume":"25 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-06-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"131924389","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Misogyny in Malayalam Films","authors":"D. Greeshma","doi":"10.37622/ijhss/11.1.2021.7-15","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.37622/ijhss/11.1.2021.7-15","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":448344,"journal":{"name":"International journal of humanities and social sciences","volume":"5 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-06-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"117023947","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}