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TARABOOK OF ABSTRACTS

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Republic of the PhilippinesDepartment of Education

Caraga RegionDIVISION OF AGUSAN DEL DUR

Regulated by the Schools Division Research Committee

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THE GOLDEN TARA BOOK OF ABSTRACTS Volume 1, December 2018

An annual publication ofDEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION-AGUSAN DEL SUR

Copyright © 2018 of the individual works reverts to the authors.

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Published by theSCHOOLS DIVISION RESEARCH COMMITTEE (SDRC)Department of Education-Agusan del SurD.O. Plaza Gov’t Center, Patin-ay, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur, Philippines

Cover concept and design by the SDRC

Content Reviewers: SDRC SecretariatsLee C. Apas, MT-II, MAEdFatima Honey Vi L. Lapidez, MT-I, Ph.DKevin Hope Z. Salvaña, Division Science & Research Coor., MAEd

Data Analysts:Nilo B. Montaño, EPS-MathematicsJecel D. Taray, SEPS-Planning and Research

Pooled from performing schools in Agusan del Sur

From left to right, top to bottom: Agusan del Sur National Science High School | Sibagat National High School of Home Industries Agusan del Sur National High School | Esperanza National High School | Los Arcos National High School | West Prosperidad National High School | San Francisco Pilot Central Elementary School Sta. Josefa National High School | Sta. Cruz National High School | Zillovia National High School

Patin-ay National High School

The Schools Division Research Committee of Agusan del Sur warmly expresses its gratitude to the Provincial Government of Agusan del Sur, and to the Regional Research Committee of

DepEd-Caraga. i

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Contents Pure and Applied Research: Science Investigatory Projects (cont.)

Enzymatic Activities of Marine Bacteria Isolated from …………… 11Mangrove Soil and Sediments: Potential for Amylase, Cellulase and Lipase Production for Industrial and Environmental Applications

Endophytic Fungi Isolated from Weeds: Potential Biological ……. 12Control Agents against Xanthomonas oryzae in Rice (Oryza sativa)

Causal Effect of Proteinaceous Protease and Alkaloids of ….…… 13D. hispida (Baay/Yam): A Potential Medicinal Additive – Key Component to End Alzheimer’s Disease

Strategic Intervention Materials 15

Development and Effectiveness of Pre-Algebra Instructional …… 16Material (PAIM) on Pupils’ Academic Performance in Algebra

Effectiveness of “A Plate of Pizza Crust with Magma Sauce: …… 17A Strategic Intervention Material with Mother Tongue-basedMultilingual Education for Grade 10 Science

Lesson Exemplars in Selected Competencies of …………………. 18Grade 8 Geometry

Enhancing the Mastery of Law of Acceleration Among ………….. 19Grade 8 Students Using “Zippy, Bulky Journey” as Strategic Intervention Material at West Prosperidad National High School

Effectiveness of ”Bitter Watch Out, Better Not Sour”: …………… 20A Strategic Intervention Material for Grade 7 Science

ContentsContributors ……………………………………………………………. iContents ………………………………………………………………… ii

Basic Education Research Fund: Regionally-funded Papers 1

Association of Life-Based Narratives and ………………………….. 2School-Based Perceptual Knowledge in General Biology 1 among Grade 12 Students

Shepherding Approach: An Intervention Program ………………… 3in Statistics and Probability to Students with Failed Grade

Facebook: An Aid in Updating Lessons, Tracking ………………… 4Performances and Filling of Classroom Activities

Development of Literature-Based Lessons as …………………….. 5 Supplementary Instructional Materials in Teaching Grade 11

Pure and Applied Research: Science Investigatory Projects 7

Bacterial Isolates as Growth Enhancer and Biocontrol …………… 8 of Panama and Moko Diseases in Banana from Mt. Magdiwata, Mining and Mangrove Areas

Endophytic Fungi Isolated from Weeds: Potential Biofertilizer …… 9

Bioremediation of Lead (Pb) by Potential Anti- E. coli. ……………. 10 and Anti- S. aureus from the Soil and Water of Mt. Magdiwata, Mining and Mangrove Areas: ForEnvironmental Clean-Up of Lead (Pb) Contaminated Water and Treatment to Pathogenic E. coli and S. aureus

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ContentsAction and Basic Education Researches 21

Science Enhancement Program of Agusan del Sur ………………. 22 National Science High School: Problems and Prospects

Error Analysis on the Simplification Process of Rational ………… 23Algebraic Expression among Grade 11 Students

Linguistic Features of Agusan-Manobo Oral Literatures ………… 24

Scientific Literacy of Grade 12 - Academic Track ………………… 25Students of Agusan del Sur National High School

Development and Validation of Computer-assisted ………………. 26Instructional Material in Some Misconceived Topics in Physics

Pronunciation Difficulties of Grade 7 Students: ………………….… 27Basis for Pronunciation Intervention Program

Gamification as an Instructional Strategy in Motivating …………… 28and Improving the Academic Performance of the Students in Practical Research 2

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BASIC EDUCATION RESEARCH FUND

BERF grantees are DepEd teaching and non-teaching personnel who submitted education researches under the four major Basic Education Research Agenda: Teaching and Learning; Child Protection; Human

Resource; and Governance.

The grantees submitted their papers to the Schools Division Research Committee (SDRC). The Committee subjects the submitted papers to in-

house screening, and submits finalists to the Regional Research Committee (RRC).

The Regional Research Committee invites researchers to present their proposals in the Regional Office, and decides the top papers which will

receive funding. The amount of funding is based on the scope of the paper.

The SDRC and RRC provide technical assistance to all grantees in accomplishing their papers. Both committees give trainings for the

grantees which will improve their skills in conducting research.

The culmination of the conduct of the papers is the research summit, hosted by the RRC. Grantees are also recommended for local and

international presentation and publication.

Ref.: Research Management Guidelines, Revised Guidelines for the Basic Education Research Fund, and the Basic Education Research Agenda.

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Association of Life-Based Narratives and School-Based Perceptual Knowledge in General Biology 1 among

Grade 12 Students

Rainer P. Sularte, MT-II, RN, MScSibagat National High School of Home Industries

One of the best methods in which students could use in their own learning that could empower them is the use of stories based on life experiences. Mainly, the events and actions of one's life are understood and experienced as fitting into narrative episodes or stories. This study investigated the effect of students’ life- based narratives in their understanding of biology concepts and their ability to make decisions. The study utilized quasi-experimental design particularly Pre-test Post-test design only to determine the effect of the life-based narratives approach on the students’ performance in General Biology 1. Results showed that the mean score of Section Socrates (experimental group) was 25.20 where intervention was conducted while mean score of Descartes (control group) was 16 with a difference of 9.2 respectively. P-value 0.00E+00 which is lower than the hypothesized alpha value 0.05. This implies that there is significant difference on the post-test score of the students. Furthermore, this can lead to certain conclusion that the use of narratives in furthering concepts in General Biology 1 has a significant effect on the experimental group. Also, this suggests that students are able to grasp the lesson from the class and apply to the real world setting.

Keywords: biology, concept understanding, decision-making skills, life-based narratives Recognition: National Qualifier for the 1st BCD-National Curriculum Research Conference

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Shepherding Approach: An Intervention Program in Statistics and Probability to Students with Failed Grade

Jessie C. Pasigna, MT-II, MScEsperanza National High School

This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of the Shepherding Approach as intervention to Grade 11 students with failed grades in Statistics and Probability in the first Grading Period. In this action research grounded on the assumption that collaborative/team learning is an effective strategy for assisting students with failed grades in Statistics and Probability through Shepherding approach. Shepherding approach involves the pairing of one high performing student (the shepherd) the one who help the student with failed grades in Statistics and Probability (the sheep) who need assistance to upgrade their performance. The data utilized are the students’ failed grades in first grading period. The sampling design used was purposive/universal sampling since all of the students got failed grades in Statistics and Probability are serve as the participant of this study. The study employed the one-sample t-test to determine the student performance in Statistics and Probability after they underwent the intervention if their performances differ significantly. Results revealed that there is a significant difference on the students’ grades in Statistics and Probability after the implementation of the Shepherding approach as and intervention program.

Keywords: statistics and probability, students’ performance, shepherding approach, student’s perception

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Facebook: An Aid in Updating Lessons, Tracking Performances and Filling of Classroom Activities

Rosemarie V. Capangpangan-Suan, MT-II, MScEsperanza National High School

This research study provides insight on the attitude and perception of Senior High School students toward the integration of Facebook in the learning process especially on the updating of lessons, tracking performances and filling classroom activities. It is anchored on the social-constructivist theory which emphasizes that human cognitive development is affected by the active involvement of learners with teachers and peers in creating knowledge. A total of 107 students participated in the study. Two sets of quantitative questionnaire using a 4-point Likert scale and students’ journal were used as basis to elicit the learners’ decision and discernment on the use of Facebook in the class in tracking lessons, updating students’ with their performance and filling classroom activities in the absence of the teacher. The results revealed that students have positive perception and attitudes toward the integration of Facebook in the learning process due to its ease of use, usefulness and numerous benefits in fostering learning. Moreover, participants’ responses disclosed that integration of Facebook provides an easy way of updating lessons, a convenient manner of sharing and discussing ideas, and serves as an essential avenue for updating and tracking students’ performances.

Keywords: Facebook integration, online learning, chat group discussion

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Development of Literature-Based Lessons as Supplementary Instructional Materials in Teaching Grade 11

Jemmalou S. Oliva, MT-II, MAEdEsperanza National High School

This paper aimed at designing and developing Literature-Based lessons as supplementary instructional material in teaching 21st Century Literature from the Philippines and the World for Grade 11. The instructional material was developed based on the interest of the student-respondents in terms of reading preferences i.e. types of readings, types of stories they are interested in and types of literary genres. The reading preferences survey was conducted prior to the designing and developing of the instructional material. The results served as the bases for the selections of topics/lessons to be included in the material. There were thirty (30) student-respondents in this study. Further, this paper also sought the validity and appropriateness of the developed instructional materials as perceived by the experts, observers of the field try-out and students involved in the try-out. Based on the results of the reading interest survey, the student-respondents preferred the following types of reading; mystery, romance or love story, history, humorous, and action or adventure. They also chose the following types of stories; legends, sports stories, myth stories, stories about people and mystery stories. They also considered flash fiction, blogs, graphic novels, magic realism and textula as the top five (5) most preferred literary genres. The over-all result of the Experts’ Evaluation on the developed instructional material was 137 points out of 144 points in all criteria, which meant PASSED. Moreover, the experts rated with a total mean score of 3.76 which meant Very Satisfactory.

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The result implied that the materials were valid and appropriate to be used as supplementary instructional materials in teaching based on the criteria set by the LRMDS. The observers rated the material with a mean of 4.91, which meant Outstanding. The results showed that both the teacher and learners manifested positive attitude towards learning activities and interactions. The student-respondents also rated the instructional material with an over-all mean of 4.46, which meant Outstanding. The result meant that students found the material valid and appropriate for them. Activities, topics, reading selections were according to their level of interest. Paired Sample T-test result revealed that there is significant difference on the pre-test and post-test scores of the students. With the aforementioned result of the evaluation done by the experts, the observers and the students, and the paired sample t-test, the researcher concluded that the developed instructional materials were effective and could be used as a supplementary learning material for teaching Grade 11 21st Century Literature from the Philippines and the World.

Keywords: Literature-Based Approach, Developmental Research, Instructional Material Development

SCIENCE INVESTIGATORY PROJECT (SIP)

The SIP is the highest research literacy indicator for elementary and secondary learners. This research in Physical Science, Life Science, and

Robotics is annually cascaded in the biggest Division and Regional science and technology event — the Science Fair and Quiz Plus.

Teachers and students identify research problems in their society and address these problems with solutions following the scientific method. Papers are submitted to the division level, where local scientists assess

the papers and provide technical assistance for the winners who will advance in the regional level.

Among the twelve (12) Schools Division Offices and one (1) Regional Science High School, only the champion from each of the categories will

represent Caraga in the National Science and Technology Fair (NSTF), annually held in Tagaytay.

The NSTF is the dream of every young scientists in the Philippines. The NSTF is the only affiliated Science Fair in the country that lets the victors participate in the Olympics of the Science Fairs — the INTEL International

Science and Engineering Fair in USA.

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Bacterial Isolates as Growth Enhancer and Biocontrol of Panama and Moko Diseases in Banana from Mt. Magdiwata,

Mining and Mangrove Areas

Antoniette B. Geolina, MT-II, MAEdAgusan del Sur National High School

This project is designed to discover new and powerful strains of bacteria isolated from Magdiwata Mountain, Mining Sites and Mangroves areas that can be used as biological control agent and as source of bioactive compounds that can totally eradicate Fusarium wilt and Bacterial wilt in bananas. Bacteria from soil and water from different sampling sites were grown in a nutrient agar and potato dextrose agar plates, isolated into quadrants of the Petri dishes then labelled and incubated at 37o Celsius. The purified cultures were used in agar plug assay against Fusarium oxysporum f. sp.cubense and Ralstonia solanacearum then the zones of inhibition were measured using a digital Vernier caliper. The top ten Bacterial isolates with higher zones of inhibition were subjected to cup cylinder assay then the zones of inhibition were also measured, analysed and interpreted. The best top 1 isolate in cup cylinder assay against Fusarium oxysporum and Ralstonia solanacearum were chosen for the in-vivo testing using a tissue-cultured banana infected with the test organisms. In agar plug assay, 36 bacterial isolates have shown greater zone of inhibition against Fusarium and 37 bacterial isolates have shown greater zone of inhibition against Ralstonia solanacearum. F-test analysis of variance revealed that there is significant difference in the zones of inhibition among the isolated bacteria. Duncan Multiple Range Test showed that isolate MS2S-141 is the most potential biological control agent against Fusarium oxysporum and isolate MG1-3 is the most potential against Ralstonia solanacearum. In cup cylinder assay, F-test ANOVA revealed that there is significant difference in the zone of inhibition among the isolates. DMRT showed that MS2S-141and MG1-3 are most potential source of bioactive compounds that can fight Fusarium wilt and Bacterial wilt in banana. In vivo test results revealed that banana inoculated with top 1 bacterium against Fusarium oxysporum and top 1 against Ralstonia solanacearum are healthier and do not show any symptoms of the diseases. The result showed that MS2S-141 and MG1-3 are better biological control agents against Fusarium wilt and Bacterial wilt in banana.

Keywords: Biocontrol, Fusarium Wilt, Bacterial Wilt Recognition: Champion in National Science Quest- Life Science Teacher Category

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Endophytic Fungi Isolated from Weeds: Potential Biofertilizer

Antoniette B. Geolina, MT-II, MAEdAgusan del Sur National High School

Using of fertilizer is essential in agriculture for it helps to increase the amount of yield. However, excessive use of fertilizer causes a negative impact to the environment. This project aims to create a plant growth enhancer with the use of endophytic fungi in order to help farmers produce better and productive yield and to lessen environmental pollution. Roots, stems, leaves and flowers of weeds and rice samples from Rosario, Agusan del Sur were collected and prepared for the isolation of endophytic fungi. The isolates grown in potato dextrose agar (PDA) plates were incubated at normal room temperature. The purified cultures were used in different tests such as Indole Acetic Acid (IAA) Production Assay, Phosphate Solubilization Assay, Seed Germination Test and Green House Assay in order to test the ability of endophytes to produce IAA, to solubilize phosphate and to determine its growth effect in rice and bell pepper plants. In IAA Production Assay, isolate S6L-32 has developed pink color and isolates S6S-43 and S10R-60 showed light pink color. The result strongly suggests that isolate S6L-32 is more potential as growth enhancer. In Phosphate Solubilization Assay, isolate S6S-43, S10R-60 and S6L-32 have shown the ability to solubilize phosphate. In green house assay, F-test ANOVA revealed that there is significant difference in the height of bell pepper plants. DMRT showed that isolates S6S-43, S10R-60 and S6L-32 have shown higher growth effect and more potential than the complete fertilizer. Therefore, isolates S6S-43, S10R-60 and S6L-32 are potential as biofertilizer.

Keywords: Biofertilizer, Endophytic Fungi, IAA Production Assay, Phosphate Solubilization Assay, Seed Germination Assay, Green House Assay Recognition: First Runner Up - National Science Quest, Life Science Team Student’s Category

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Bioremediation of Lead (Pb) by Potential Anti- E. coli. and Anti S. aureus from the Soil and Water of Mt. Magdiwata, Mining

and Mangrove Areas: for Environmental Clean-Up of Lead (Pb) Contaminated Water and Treatment

to Pathogenic E. coli and S. aureus

Antoniette B. Geolina, MT-II, MAEdAgusan del Sur National High School

Heavy metal pollution is one of the most pressing environmental problems that threatens the existence of all living things. In treating heavy metal pollution, bioremediation is highly intensified in research. This project is designed to discover local strains of bacteria that can be used as bioremediating agent of lead and treatment for Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus contaminated in the water. Thirteen samples from Mt. Magdiwata, Mining and Mangrove areas were diluted from N-1 to N-5 NSS. The diluted samples were plated in NA, PDA, WA and YMA growth media and incubated at 370 C for four days. The grown bacterial colonies were streaked in sterile plates in quadrants and incubated for forty-eight hours. The purified cultures were used in Agar Plug Assay against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus then the zone of inhibition were measured using digital Vernier caliper. The top ten isolates with higher ZOI were subjected to Cup Cylinder Assay then the results were measured and analyzed using SPSS v. 16. The top two isolates against E. coli and S. aureus were inoculated in a 250 ml minimal media with 0.5 g of lead acetate and placed in the shaker for two weeks then submitted to Central Analytical Services Laboratory for lead content analysis. In agar plug assay out of 195 bacterial isolates, seventy-nine (79) isolates have shown greater ZOI against E. coli and thirty-two (32) isolates inhibited S. aureus. In cup cylinder assay, F-test ANOVA revealed that there is significant difference in the zone of inhibition among the isolates. DMRT showed that MS1S-13 and MG2-26 are potential against E. coli and isolates MG7-3 and MDS-13 are also potential against S. aureus. Lead content analysis revealed that isolates MS1S-13, MG2-26, MG7-3 and MDS-13 are potential for bioremediation of lead. F-test ANOVA showed that there is no significant difference in terms of their absorption of lead.

Keywords: Bioremediation of Lead, Anti- E. coli, Anti-S. aureus Recognition: National Science and Technology Fair – Best Paper and Finalist National Science Quest- Champion

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Enzymatic Activities of Marine Bacteria Isolated from Mangrove Soil and Sediments: Potential for Amylase,

Cellulase and Lipase Production for Industrial and Environmental Applications

Antoniette B. Geolina, MT-II, MAEdAgusan del Sur National High School

To address the society’s famished need of industrial enzymes, this study was devised. Enzymes play a vital role in our daily lives. They have different functions which contribute to the field of medicine, agriculture, environment and of industries. Soil and sediment samples from 6 mangrove areas were collected and diluted in NSS from N-1 to N-4. The diluted samples were plated in a sterile plate with nutrient agar (NA) and, labeled and incubated at 30°C for 24 hours. The grown bacterial cultures were streaked and purified. The purified isolates were used in amylase, cellulase and lipase assay. Then the zone of clearing was measured using a digital Vernier caliper. The isolates with higher zone of clearing were inoculated and used in amylase and cellulose bioassays. In Amylase Production Assay, F-test ANOVA revealed that there is significant difference in the zone of clearing among the isolates. DMRT showed that bacterial isolate 4 is more potential in amylytic activity. In Cellulase Production Assay, F-test ANOVA revealed that there is significant difference in the zone of clearing among the isolates. DMRT showed that isolates 52, 51, 54 were the highest in rank in terms of their ability to produce cellulase. In Lipase Production Assay, F-test ANOVA revealed that there is significant difference in the zone of clearing among the isolates. DMRT showed that bacterial isolate 24 is more potential in producing lipase. Therefore, marine Bacteria from mangrove soil and sediments can be used as source of industrial enzymes: Amylase, Cellulase, and Lipase.

Keywords: Enzymatic Marine Bacteria, Amylase Production Assay, Cellulase Production Assay, Lipase Production Assay Recognition: National Science and Technology Fair - Finalist National Science Quest - 2nd Runner Up

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Endophytic Fungi Isolated from Weeds: Potential Biological Control Agents against Xanthomonas oryzae in Rice (Oryza

sativa)

Antoniette B. Geolina, MT-II, MAEdAgusan del Sur National High School

Recognizing the hazardous effects of chemical controls to the environment and to man’s health in treating plant pathogens, the use of microorganisms as biological control agent is highly intensified in research. This study aims to venture the use of endophytic fungi from weeds as biological control against Xanthomonas oryzae pv oryzae in rice plants. Roots, stems, leaves and flower from weeds samples were cut into 1 cm pieces and sterilized using 15% sodium hypochlorite solution, 70% ethanol and sterilized distilled water. Then the sterile plant tissues were placed in potato dextrose agar plates and incubated for 24 hours. The grown fungal isolates were purified and stocked in PDA plates and test tubes. Then the purified cultures were used in Agar Plug Assay against Xanthomonas oryza pv oryzae. In Agar Plug Assay, F-test ANOVA revealed that there is significant difference in the zone of inhibition among the isolates. DMRT showed that isolate EF1 from the roots of Cyperaceae has higher ability to inhibit the growth of Xanthomonas oryzae and is comparable to the positive control. In Greenhouse Assay, Mestizo rice plants infected with Xanthomonas oryzae and treated with EF1, EF4 and EF6 showed no sign of infection, have more seeds and the leaves and stems are firmer, taller, bigger and healthier than the negative controls. The effect of endophytic fungi isolates in rice plants is comparable to the positive control. Conclusively, EF1, EF4 and EF6 isolates are potential biological control agent against Xanthomonas oryzae pv oryzae in rice (Oryza sativa).

Keywords: Biocontrol in Rice, Endophytic Fungi, Xanthomonas oryzae Recognition: Champion National Science Quest, Life Science Team Teachers Category

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Causal Effect of Proteinaceous Protease and Alkaloids of D. hispida (Baay/Yam): A Potential Medicinal Additive – Key

Component to End Alzheimer’s Disease

Elaine M. Sansait, LPTPatin-ay National High School

In 2015, a primary study was conducted to determine the lethal concentration of the different parts of Dioscorea hispida through Brine Shrimp Lethality Assay. Cytotoxicity was evaluated in each part in terms of Lethal Concentration. Each part of the plant was powdered and 0.1 gram of it was added to every well for five wells prepared for five trial-test to be conducted. One(1) ml of the mixture was added to the vials with different mixtures. Fifteen brine shrimp nauplii was then delivered to each vial and after 24 hours the surviving brine shrimp were counted and the lethal concentrations were assessed. Results showed that all parts of D. hispida (leaves, stems and tubers) are all toxic with lethal concentrations of 28.28 μg/ml; 218.21 μg/ml and 9.19 μg/ml. In 2017, medicinal advantage of Dioscorea hispida was determined. Phytochemical Screening Analysis using a Crude Extract sample of D. hispida tuber was conducted and in Antioxidant Testing, DPPH (1,1diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl) radical Scavenging Method for Crude Extract Sample of D. hispida was used. For Phytochemical Screening Analysis, result showed that the presence of alkaloids and flavonoids and steroid in extract sample were all in great amount, intense or heavy and presence of saponins and tannins were observed only light or few. Dioscorea hispida a member of Dioscoreaceae family, is commonly known as Asiatic bitter yam or Intoxicating yam –a tuberous crop and is a staple food rich in protein, starch and amino acids. Also, rich in alkaloids thus possessing toxin but it is still eaten by all natives in African and Asian countries after subjecting them in processes like washing in running water, soaking in a drum with salt for days and many other options.

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STRATEGIC INTERVENTION MATERIAL (SIM)

The SIM is the teacher’s symbol of dedication to the learners by ensuring that no one is left behind. It is also a piece of teacher’s creativity and mastery in conducting Action Research and Material Development

Research.

SIM has been part in various research-related contests such as Science Congress (Fair), and Math Festival. The materials are usually manipulative

and interactive. They possess recent Theories of Learning and pedagogical concepts which aim to provide intervention for the learners to

cope up their least-learned competencies or skills.

The SIM adheres with the LRMD standards for printed material. The material usually undergoes with face and content validation using the

LRMD tools.

The SIM is a recognized division, regional, and national material for research contests. It is also a recognized matter for research funding under BERF and/or SEF for the agendum Teaching and Learning, specifically on

Material Development.

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D. hispida is also used by natives as supplemental medicine: as anthelmintic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant, anti-infectious, hemostatic, etc. Considering its richness in protein and alkaloids, the researchers made use of the primary and secondary studies result of plant/tubers as the opportunity to further see its potency for drugs as an additive in developing drug for Alzheimer’s(a neuro degenerative disease)using the correct usage of the amount of alkaloids and protein(proteinaceous protease). This present research invention focuses on the different causes of Alzheimer’s like esp. plaque, brain tangles and clearing the physically blocked ion channel of nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR) and others causes. KEY INNOVATIVE FEATURES AND CHARACTERISTICS 1. The research invention is a potential medicinal/drug additive

which is a key component to end Alzheimer’s. It can rejuvenate, revitalize or regenerate old/dying brain cells.

2. With the coaction of identified proteinaceous protease substance and alkaloid present in Dioscorea hispida when used as additive in the drug which is an agonist to Nicotinic Aceytylcholine Receptors (nAChRs), it helps transmit outgoing signals from the presynaptic to the postsynaptic cells within the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system.

Keywords: Cytotoxicity, Phytochemicals, Alzheimer’s Disease

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Development and Effectiveness of Pre-Algebra Instructional Material (PAIM) on Pupils’ Academic Performance in Algebra

Rowelito Q. Damuag, T-ISan Francisco Pilot Central Elementary School

This study attempted to develop learning material known as PAIM (Pre-Algebra Instructional Material) and to investigate its effectiveness on the pupil’s academic performance in Algebra. It is used as a treatment of the study covered one of the difficult topics in Grade 6 Pre-Algebra which is “Addition of integers” of San Francisco I and their perceptions in using the material. Descriptive method of research was employed for the development and evaluation of the PAIM while quasi-experimental design was used to determine the effectiveness of the material using quantitative and qualitative with open ended questions for interview. It utilized the pre-test-post –test of both two sections of each with 45 pupils (Special Science Class and Crack Class) having Pre-Algebra subject were used as respondents. SSC pupils are identified as fast learners while the Crack section are those pupils who belongs to moderate and slow learners hence this class is heterogeneous. The Pre-Algebra Quarterly Examination (PAQE) was used to determine the least learned skills in Pre-Algebra. The score in the Pre-Algebra Pre-Post Test (PAPPT) administered as pre-test and post-test (serve also as the Assessment sheet of the PAIM) measured pupil’s performance in Algebra. While the PAIM-Survey Instrument for Learners (PAIM-SIL) assessed on what are the pupils perceptions and suggestions/recommendations upon using the Pre-Algebra Instructional Material (PAIM). Independent t-test was employed to determine the significant difference between the mean scores in the pre-test and post-test. Results of the study showed that the use of PAIM is effective in terms of improving pupils‘ performance. The PAIM-SIL with a rating of 3.88 (Strongly Agree) showed also that pupils are much more motivated to do the activities because of the material used. It suggested that the used of PAIM is very much needed to both classes. Pupils in the Crack Section with heterogeneous class performed equally well as the pupils in Special Science Class when PAIM was used.

Keywords: Instructional Material, Pre-Algebra, Academic Performance

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Effectiveness of “A Plate of Pizza Crust with Magma Sauce: A Strategic Intervention Material with Mother Tongue-based

Multilingual Education for Grade 10 Science

Kevin Hope Z. Salvaña, SST-III, MAEdLos Arcos National High School

This study concentrates on the effectiveness of the Strategic Intervention Material with MTBMLE in addressing the least learned competency of the Grade 10 students based on the results of their First Periodic Exam. This study revolves around 96 Grade 10 students in Los Arcos National High School. The selection of respondents is based on proximity and relevance because the researcher is a teacher in the said school and the students first-handedly experienced the learning difficulty of the competency. Descriptive design was used in this study through the use of a questionnaire. This research employed two types of homologous SIMs, SIM with MTBMLE and SIM without MTBMLE, in providing intervention for the students’ least-learned competencies. The researcher randomly divided the population of Grade 10 students into two – Set A and Set B. Each population was computed for sample size using the Sloven’s Formula. Prior to the giving of interventions, the researcher designed a 15-item test (Multiple Choice) using a Table of Specifications. The test underwent face and content validation by three science teachers to ensure its validity. The test underwent a reliability test using 0.30 to 0.80 Index of Discrimination and 0.20 to 0.80 Index of Difficulty among 10 students under pilot testing. The Reliability test was necessary to ensure that the test is within the range of the target respondents. The developed SIM for Grade 10 underwent content and face validity using the Validation Form for Strategic Intervention Material. Two experts from the Curriculum Implementation Division and one expert from Quality Assurance Office of DepEd Agusan del Sur validated the developed SIM. The following findings are obtained based on the results and discussions: Students’ achievement after using the SIM significantly increased after using the Strategic Intervention Material for Grade 10. The SIM with MTBMLE is more effective in improving students’ achievement over the typical English-based SIM. The contents and activities in the SIM are effective in knowledge construction. The activities are significant in concept development demanded by the specified competency in the SIM.

Keywords: SIM, MTBMLE, Grade 10 Science Recognition: Champion, Category A, SIM Grade 10, National Science Quest

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Lesson Exemplars in Selected Competencies of Grade 8 Geometry

Lucresia P. Antiga, SST-III, MAEdAgusan del Sur National High School

The study aimed to develop and validate lesson exemplars in selected competencies of Geometry for Grade 8 students of Agusan del Sur National High School. The respondents of the study were 1036 grade 8 students, 285 grade 9 students and five (5) grade 8 geometry teachers of the said school during the school year 2015-2016. The study made use of the descriptive-developmental method and employed the stratified sampling technique in selecting student-respondents; the statistical tool used in analysing the data was the mean. The lesson exemplars were developed following the constructivism and cooperative learning strategy which would improve the performance of students in grade 8 geometry particularly in Inequalities in Triangles and Parallelism and Perpendicularity topics which were found out in this study as the least learned competencies. The content validity was done by the three (3) mathematics specialists who rated the lesson exemplars as very satisfactory. Similarly, the usability of the developed lesson exemplars was rated as very satisfactory by the grade 8 geometry teachers. Based on the findings, it was concluded that the developed lesson exemplars were valid and useful in improving the mastery level of the grade 8 geometry students in terms of Inequalities in Triangles and Parallelism and Perpendicularity. Thus, the use of these lesson exemplars is highly recommended. Grade 8 geometry teachers are encouraged to modify the lesson exemplars if needed to improve students’ achievement in the said geometry topics and they are also motivated to develop lesson exemplar for the other strands of grade 8 mathematics. Furthermore, the department heads and school administrators must encourage their teachers to develop more lesson exemplars for the other subject areas to address the least learned competencies. In addition, an action research can be initiated to identify the effectiveness of the developed lesson exemplar and parallel studies can be conducted using other strands of mathematics curriculum in the same or another parameter.

Keywords: Exemplar, Geometry, Instructional Material

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Enhancing the Mastery of Law of Acceleration Among Grade 8 Students Using “Zippy, Bulky Journey” as Strategic

Intervention Material at West Prosperidad National High School

Mark Jospeh S. Ariola, SST-I, LPTWest Prosperidad National High School

This study explored and investigated the effectiveness of strategic intervention material (SIM), as an innovative tool, on the performance of grade eight learners. It utilized the pre-test-post-test experimental design. The SIM entitled Zippy, Bulky Journey used as a treatment of the study covered one of the least mastered skills in the grade eight science learning competency which is Newton’s law of acceleration. A class of 56 learners of the school year 2015-2016 were used as respondents. The score in the teacher-made test on the said competency administered as pretest and posttest which measured students’ performance. z-test was employed to determine the significant difference between the mean responses in the pretest and posttest. Results of the study showed that the use of SIM was effective in terms of mastering students’ performance. When SIM was used, learners performed well and had better visualization of a certain learning competency in Science.

Keywords: Strategic intervention material, Law of Acceleration, performance in science, innovative tool Recognition: 3rd Place, 2016 National Science Quest

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Effectiveness of ”Bitter Watch Out, Better Not Sour”: A Strategic Intervention Material for Grade 7 Science

Maria Florencia B. Albaciete, SST-I, LPTLos Arcos National High School

The goal of this study is to enhance student’ learning and address the Least Mastered Skills of Grade 7 students particularly in describing acids from bases based on their properties, their pH and the safety ways in handling them. The sampling method was used in the study by choosing 25 Grade 7 students whose scores did not reach the cut-off score. A 10-item pre-test was conducted. The papers were collected, checked, and recorded right after the retrieval. The respondents were given interventions followed by giving the same 10-item test as post test. The developed underwent content and face validity using the Validation Form for Strategic Intervention Material. To determine whether there is a significant difference on their mean percentage scores in the pre-test and post-test, t-test for two means was used. Based on the pre-test, the students got a Least Learned Skills of MPS and intervention materials were needed to implement. A positive transfer of learning was evident as MPS of post test got a mastery level after using the SIM. It was based on the Mean Percentage Scores in the post-test of the respondents. The intervention material is an effective tool in improving student’s achievement in the specified least learned competency.

Keywords: strategic intervention material, experiential learning Recognitions: 1st Place, 2016 SCAAP, 5th Place ASEP

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ACTION & BASIC EDUCATION RESEARCH

Writing and implementing Action and Basic Researches in education is one of the fundamental functions of all teachers vis-a-vis Key Results Area. It is a craft solely made to improve learning experiences of the learners by focusing on the four Basic Education Research Agenda:

Teaching and Learning; Child Protection; Human Resource; and Governance.

Action and Basic Researches in education are made using the formats indicated in the Research Management Guidelines.

These papers are precursors to avail funding from the Basic Education Research Fund and Special Education Fund of the Provincial Government

of Agusan del Sur.

DepEd personnel are scaffold by the Schools Division Research Committee and Division Data Analyst in completing their papers.

The end result of writing Action and Basic Researches in education is the implementation through school-, district-, or division-wide education policies centered at giving the best version of education to Agusanon

learners.

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Science Enhancement Program of Agusan del Sur National Science High School: Problems and Prospects

Engr. Wilame N. Paracale, MAEd Agusan del Sur National Science High School

The study aimed to find out the respondents’ perceptions on the level of implementation of Science Enhancement Program of Agusan del Sur National Science High School. The level of implementation was tested in terms of goal setting, objectives, content, learning materials, learning activities, science interest, time allotment, program support, and monitoring and evaluation. A purposive sampling was done. The respondents were there 3 teachers, 51 parents, and 57 students who participated in the program of summer school year 2015-2016. Researcher – made survey questionnaire and focus group discussion were used to gather the data. Statistical mean was used to analyze the result of the survey. Result shows that all of the components of Science Enhancement Program were perceived by respondents as convincingly effective and generally, the overall implementation of the program is considered convincingly effective. The major problem met in the implementation of the program is the time allotment to cover the entire content. The respondents perceived the program as very relevant and they saw benefits given to the students by the program thus, they recommended to continue its implementation. They also recommended to decongest the topic contents by increasing the time and increase the administrative support through giving of incentives and logistics by linking to stakeholders especially the local government unit. As a result of the, a new program design was developed by the researcher which was recommended for implementation.

Keywords: Science Enhancement Program, Implementation, Program Design

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Error Analysis on the Simplification Process of Rational Algebraic Expression among Grade 11 Students

Lee C. Apas, MT-I, MAEdSibagat National High School of Home Industries

This study aimed to analyze the errors in simplifying rational algebraic expressions among grade 11 students of Sibagat National High School of Home Industries. This was done through proficiency test on rational expression and error analysis form. Furthermore, this study determined the proficiency level of the students with regard to simplifying rational expression, significant difference on the scores during the test when the students are grouped according to the track they enrolled in, most occurring error in simplifying, and the significant difference among the errors of the students when according to the track they enrolled in.. In this study, it was found out that the proficiency level of the students are all Beginning with a corresponding over – all MPS of 55. 25%. It was also found out that the mean scores of the test differ significantly between the two groups, TVL and GAS with a p – value of 0.0002. In analyzing the errors in the simplification process, it was found out that cancelling got highest percentage which is 37.97%, followed by partial division, 16.79%, uncodable error, 12.27%, like – term error 2, 12.22%, other error, 8.77%, defractionalization, 5.78%, like – term error 1, 2.61%, and least is the linearization which is 1.59%. Furthermore, there was a significant diference between the errors committed by the two groups with a p – value of .1018 in which, TVL track got the most number of errors.

Keywords: Error, Analysis, Rational Algebraic Expression

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Linguistic Features of Agusan-Manobo Oral Literatures

Fatima Honey Vi S. Lopez-Lapidez, Ph.DSta. Josefa National High School

The language that man has acquired from his ancestors makes him tied closely to his fellowmen who have also heard of the same stories that he has listened to, yet may just as well forget the sweetness of their stories and the richness of their language. This descriptive qualitative study gathered the oral literary pieces in Loreto, Agusan del Sur basis for analysis of the linguistic features of Agusan Manobo and extraction of the embedded issues. In-depth interview, focus group discussion, member check, transcription, translation into Bisaya and English, and analysis of the linguistic features reflected in the gathered oral literature were employed. Folktales, songs, and a chant were gathered. There are existing vowel and consonant sounds and diphthongs unique to the Agusan Manobo language in Loreto as compared to the national and Cebuano language. Morphologically, affixation and reduplication indicated tenses, aspect, and number. Among the lexemes identified, most numerous are verbs, then nouns, the least are adjectives. There were words found to be synonymous, antonymous, converse, and hyponymies. Issues embedded were man’s need for intervention of unseen spirits, lightheartedness and simplicity of life, high regard for women, and embracing new culture.

Keywords: Applied Linguistics, Linguistic Features, Oral Literatures, Agusan Manobo, Loreto, Phonological Segmentals, Morphological Processes, Lexemes, Lexical Relationship, Philippines

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Scientific Literacy of Grade 12 - Academic Track Students of Agusan del Sur National High School

Kevin Hope Z. Salvaña, SST-III, MAEdAgusan del Sur National High School

The purpose of the research is to identify the extent of scientific literacy of the Grade 12 Academic Track students of Agusan del Sur National High School. The researcher used the test questionnaire developed by Del Rosario (2010) to GAS and STEM students. The 189 respondents out of 364 Grade 12 Academic Track students were identified through Stratified Random Sampling, since there were several sections from each of the GAS and STEM specializations. The instruments were distributed and retrieved by their science teachers, and were checked and analyzed by the researcher. The researcher chose the said locale due to proximity and the “No Disruption of Classes Policy” of the Department of Education. Based on the findings generated through the use of MPS and DepEd-NAT Standards, there is no significant difference (Sig. 0.111) between the science literacy of STEM male and female students, despite their Mean Difference of ±1.20517. STEM-male students are significantly (Sig. 0.000) more science literate than GAS-male students. However, STEM-female students do not significantly differ (Sig. 0.057) with GAS-female students, despite their Mean Difference of 1.06446. There is no significant difference (Sig. 0.361) between the science literacy of GAS male and female students, despite their Mean Difference of ±0.70987. Though the instrument does not cover the entirety of the scientific literacy of an individual, it was clearly concluded that students have misconceptions on the scientific method, natural laws, theories and hypotheses.

Keywords: Scientific Literacy, Grade 12 Academic Track

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Development and Validation of Computer-assisted Instructional Material in Some Misconceived Topics in Physics

Benjiever D. Catalbas, SST-I, LPT*, Kevin Hope Z. SalvañaSta. Cruz National High School

This study intended to develop and validate computer-assisted instructional material in physics. The researchers referred to Morial’s (2008) study in determining the three selected topics to be included in CAIM. The identified topics are the misconceived topics in Physics. They used purposive sampling to determine the respondents, who are the Physics teachers and ICT Facilitators, to validate the developed computer-assisted instructional material in some misconceived topics in Physics. In the development phase, the computer-assisted instructional material (CAIM) includes three misconceived topics in Physics, enrichment video, and a quiz. It uses motif learning to its design. Each topic has the following parts – start, objectives, drill, discussion, test, and finish. The enrichment video presents the three topics. Also, the quiz consists ten (10) items which cover the three topics.The researchers used the Evaluation Form of Galarse (2008). Seven Physics teachers validated the CAIM in three categories – content quality, instructional quality and technical quality, and seven ICT facilitators validated only the technical quality of the material. Their comments and suggestions were solicited for the improvement of the said material.

Keywords: Applied Linguistics, Linguistic Features, Oral Literatures, Agusan Manobo, Loreto, Phonological Segmentals, Morphological Processes, Lexemes, Lexical Relationship, Philippines

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Pronunciation Difficulties of Grade 7 Students: Basis for Pronunciation Intervention Program

Thomas M. Ferrol, III, SST-I, LPT Zillovia National High School

This study examined the pronunciation difficulties of Grade 7 students of Zillovia National High School. Eighty one (81) respondents underwent an oral test which was conducted by the researcher and the raters. The mean percentage of the students who have pronunciation difficulties was determined based on the mean error of 3.00 in producing the specific segmental phonemes. Results show that most of the respondents were aged 12-13 years old, graduates of public schools, exposed to non-print English materials and speakers of Manobo, Kamayo, Talacognon and Visayan. It was found out the vowels /ɔ /, /o/, /e /, /ɛ /,/i/, /I/, /a /, /ʌ/, /u , /ʊ/, /æ/, /o/ consonant sounds / f/,/ʃ /,/tʃ/,/θ/,/ʒ /,/z/, and /dʒ / and diphthong sounds /aI/, /au / and /ɔi/ are the segmental phonemes which the respondents found difficulty whether used in words and in phrases. There is significant difference on the difficulty level of the respondents when grouped according to their profile except for the exposure to non-print materials. It was also found out that the respondents who were: male, aged 14-15 and 16-18 years old, public school graduates, exposed to non- print materials and speakers of Manobo Kamayo, Talacognon , and Visayan as mother tongue found difficulty in pronouncing segmental phonemes when used in words and in phrases. An intervention program is developed to address the assessed difficult segmental phonemes of the respondents. It includes several speaking drills and exercises to help and enhance students’ production and acquisition of the English language. Furthermore, the intervention program was designed with consideration to the age, sex, elementary school graduated from and mother tongue use of the respondents.

Keywords: Pronunciation, Intervention Program

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Gamification as an Instructional Strategy in Motivating and Improving the Academic Performance of the Students in

Practical Research 2

Jennyvi H. Papellero, MT-II Agusan del Sur National High School

Research is a 21st century skill to develop. The learning competencies must be well taught as the basic step prior to research paper writing. However, teacher-delivered factual material thru rote memorization is often tedious and boring resulting to low retention of concepts and low MPS. In this pre-experimental research, gamification was used as instructional strategy to motivate the students and to increase their academic performance. One hundred three (103) students from 3 intact classes of General Academic Strand (GAS) and 97 students from 2 intact classes of Technical Vocational and Livelihood (TVL) were used as the subject of the games while convenience sampling was used to select the students to give feedbacks about the strategy. Pretest was administered at the onset of 2nd grading period and 3 weeks after, the posttest was administered. Results revealed that pretest MPS of both GAS and TVL did not meet expectations with 41.54% and 38.54% respectively while after the treatment, the posttest MPS revealed outstanding with 90.69% for GAS and very satisfactory for TVL with MPS of 85.45%. T-test revealed that there were significant increase in the MPS of both GAS and TVL with a p-value of 0.00. Meanwhile, GAS and TVL students found gamification as very much appealing and acceptable that made the lesson easy to understand; and playful activities were very much interesting resulting to active participation. TVL students found it as very much meaningful and relevant to their real life while GAS found it much relevant and provides meaningful learning. The project’s implication is of two-fold: first; conduct seminar workshop to develop research modules incorporating games as instructional strategy. Second; incorporate games in teaching research learning competencies.

Keywords: Poor retention rate, Low MPS, Gamification,

EDITORIAL BOARD Editor-in-Chief

Gemma A. De Paz, MAEd Assistant Schools Division Superintendent

Chairman, Schools Division Research Committee

Assistant Editors Lorna P. Gayol, MAEd

Chief, Curriculum Implementation DivisionVice-chairman, Schools Division Research Committee

Orlando F. Gamil, Ed.D Chief, School Governance and Operations Division

Vice-chairman, Schools Division Research Committee

ReviewersLee C. Apas, MAEd

MT-I, Sibagat National High School of Home IndustriesSecretariat, Schools Division Research Committee

Fatima Honey Vi L. Lapidez, Ph.D MT-I, Sta. Josefa National High School

Secretariat, Schools Division Research Committee

Jecel D. Taray, MAEd Senior Education Program Specialist

Secretariat, Schools Division Research Committee

Kevin Hope Z. Salvaña, MAEd Division Science & Research Coordinator

Secretariat, Schools Division Research Committee

Consultant Minerva T. Albis, Ph.D

OIC-Schools Division SuperintendentConsultant, Schools Division Research Committee