https://doi.org/10.55902/VKMZ6917

Bathala comes back: Finding the New From the Old

https://doi.org/10.55902/UBVT6434

Palmo R. Iya

De La Salle University-Dasmariñas, Province of Cavite, Philippines

ORCID: 0009-0009-5654-4318

Sangeetha Puthiyedath

The English and Foreign Languages University, India

ABSTRACT

This paper begins with unravelling the tenets of modernism versus the tenets of postmodernism and examines how the principles of the latter became popular especially with the onset of postcolonial studies. Applying these critical approaches to the study of religion can be a fraught exercise but can also prove enlightening in understanding the suppression and re-emergence of native religions in colonized spaces. The postmodernist paradigm can be utilized to critically evaluate factors that led to the emergence of various indigenization movements in societies that were once colonized, such as the Philippines. This study explores the revival of the ancient Filipino system of belief in Bathala, the Supreme God, through the interpretation of the symbols of Baybayin, the ancient Filipino system of writing. It finally addresses the need for an alternative discourse on the renaissance of the precolonial culture in the Philippines, particularly in the field of religion. Despite the subjectivity of postmodernism as a paradigm, the paper argues that an attempt to uncover the meaning of Bathala will help the present Filipino generation to understand and appreciate the roots of their spirituality.

Keywords: Bathala, Baybayin, Indigenization movement, Modernism, Postmodernism, Religion and spirituality

Cite this Article:

Iya, P.R. & Puthiyedath, S. (2023). Bathala comes back: Finding the New From the Old. Academia Lasalliana Journal of Education and Humanities, 5(1), 1-16. https://doi.org/10.55902/UBVT6434

Beneficiaries’ Perception on the Education Extension Programs of De La Salle University-Dasmariñas

https://doi.org/10.55902/IVOY9992

Lorenzo S. Centino, Jr.

De La Salle University-Dasmariñas, Province of Cavite, Philippines

Eduardo Panulin

City Colleges of Tagaytay, Province of Cavite, Philippines

ABSTRACT

Education extension programs of De La Salle University-Dasmarinas (DLSU-D) greatly adhere to the Lasallian mission and to its vision and mission in promoting a Christian and humane society. The university implements community development programs basically to uplift the lives of the underprivileged and to provide accessible education extension programs for the youth-at-risk through the Hatid-Aral, Balik-Aral, and Night College Programs. As the university’s lead unit for extension services, the Lasallian Community Development Center conducted this impact study to examine the adequacy and effectiveness of the university’s implemented education extension programs based on the perceptions of the programs’ beneficiaries. A survey questionnaire was used as primary data collection tool designed to focus on key areas or domains of assessment that measure the adequacy and effectiveness of the programs. The overall results of the study show that the respondents have a strong satisfaction on the overall performance of DLSU-D’s Education Extension Programs with a strong agreement to their effectiveness and agreement to their adequacy. Therefore, the overall combined result of the study revealed that the respondents have a strong or high recognition of the adequacy and effectiveness of DLSU-D’s Education Extension Programs.

Keywords: DLSU-D, Education Extension Program, Impact Evaluation, Lasallian Mission

Cite this Article:

Centino, L.S. & Panulin, E. (2023). Beneficiaries’ Perception on the Education Extension Programs of De La Salle University-Dasmariñas. Academia Lasalliana Journal of Education and Humanities, 5(1), 17-29. https://doi.org/10.55902/IVOY9992

Investigative Capabilities of Crime Investigators in Handling Eight Focus Crimes

https://doi.org/10.55902/ALEK7292

Remil V. Remotin

Philipine National Police Province of Batangas, Philippines

Philip B. Magtaan

Philipine National Police Province of Cavite, Philippines

Wilfredo D. Dalugdog

Laguna State Polytechnic University, Province of Laguna, Philippines

ORCID: 0000-0002-6048-3564

Alrien F. Dausan

De La Salle University-Dasmarinas, Province of Cavite, Philippines

ORCID: 0000-0001-6879-7229

Elizabeth B. Villa

De La Salle University-Dasmarinas, Province of Cavite, Philippines

ABSTRACT

This study examined the investigative capabilities of crime investigators and the problems encountered in handling eight focus crimes in CALABARZON using the descriptive method of research. The instrument was distributed conveniently to 365 criminal investigator-respondents with a turnout of 325 or 89.04% questionnaire retrieval rate. Basic and inferential statistical tools were used to analyze and interpret the data gathered. The maximum number of cases filed by investigators is 500, and the minimum is zero or none. Physical injury is the case with most convictions; however, it is the most dismissed case due to noncooperation of the victim/complainant. It was also revealed that the criminal investigators are very highly capable as to their skills, attitude, and knowledge in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities. However, even though they are highly capable in handling the eight focus crimes, they still encountered serious problems in investigating the index crimes. In light of the study’s findings, the Philippine National Police can devise incentive programs to encourage criminal investigators to improve themselves and become more effective in the performance of their duties.

Keywords: Capabilities, Crime Investigator, Index Crimes, Police Investigator, Philippine National Police

Cite this Article:

Remotin, R.V., Magtaan, P.B., Dalugdog, W.D., Dausan, A.F., & Villa, E.B. (2023). Investigative Capabilities of Crime Investigators in Handling Eight Focus Crimes. Academia Lasalliana Journal of Education and Humanities, 5(1), 31-47. https://doi.org/10.55902/ALEK7292

Translators and Their Use of ChatGPT

https://doi.org/10.55902/PLRU9197

Shi Ruoqi

De La Salle University – Dasmariñas, CLAC- Graduate School, Province of Cavite, Philippines

ORCID: 0009-0004-7672-2648

Xiong Yuan

De La Salle University – Dasmariñas, CLAC- Graduate School, Province of Cavite, Philippines

Maria Theresa Gochuico

Lasallian Community Development Center

De La Salle University-Dasmarinas, Province of Cavite, Philippines

ORCID: 0000-0002-3426-4130

ABSTRACT

It is undeniable that machine translations are becoming a trend nowadays for their convenience, almost perfect accuracy, and immediacy. This paper is focused on the AI tool ChatGPT. The advent of AI in their translation process such as ChatGPT brings convenience but, at the same time, challenges. ChatGPT has been one of the applications that revolutionized the translation process. However, the elephant in the room is, “Is there still a need for human translators should they be replaced by these translation apps?” In this regard, this paper is directed to two overarching questions. First is “What kind of challenges are caused by ChatGPT for translators?” Second is “What strategies can translators adopt to address these problems?” To comprehensively respond to these queries, the descriptive method has been adopted. The participants of this paper are 18 licensed human translators, selected through incidental sampling, who all work in the IELTS language training center and process an average of 2,000-3,000 words per day. The data gathered were analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. This paper has found that (i) ChatGPT is advantageous in the reduction of workload, particularly with languages that the translator is unfamiliar with; (ii) there are uncertainties with the integration of ChatGPT in the translation process; and (iii) there is a need for professional translators to develop and enhance their language skills and their competencies that are pertinent to translation.

Keywords: intercultural communication, translation, ChatGPT

Cite this article:

Ruoqi, S., Yuan, X., & Gochuico, M.T. (2023). Translators and Their Use of ChatGPT. Academia Lasalliana Journal of Education and Humanities, 5(1), 49-59. https://doi.org/10.55902/PLRU9197

Developing Parent Awareness Program to Prevent Abuse among Children with Cognitive Impairment

https://doi.org/10.55902/BSQI1990

Daisy Jane H. Nava

Department of Education – Division of Muntinlupa, Philippines

ORCID: 0009-0009-6980-9274

Marie Gethsemanie P. Hilario

De La Salle University-Dasmarinas, Province of Cavite, Philippines

ORCID: 0000-0002-3426-4130

ABSTRACT

This study investigated parents’ awareness and preventive practices related to child abuse, with a focus on children with cognitive impairment. Utilizing a survey questionnaire and group interviews, the research found that parents demonstrated a high level of awareness about the nature of abuse and preventive practices, particularly in the areas of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse. Although survey results indicated that parents often implement preventive measures, the group interview revealed a perceived need for more comprehensive seminars and training. The participants emphasized the importance of research-based information, guidance on government assistance, and support services. In conclusion, the study advocates for ongoing efforts to enhance parents’ awareness and preventive measures against child abuse and proposes a school-based program as a practical solution.

Keywords: child abuse, cognitive impairment, awareness, prevention program, preventive practices

Cite this Article:

Nava, D.J.H. & Hilario, M.G.P. (2023). Developing Parent Awareness Program to Prevent Abuse among Children with Cognitive Impairment. Academia Lasalliana Journal of Education and Humanities, 5(1), 61-76. https://doi.org/10.55902/BSQI1990

Forming Lasallian Identity: Exploring the Values Development among DLSU-D Students

https://doi.org/10.55902/TEAL2560

Gil A. Ellema

De La Salle University – Dasmariñas, Province of Cavite, Philippines

ORCID: 0009-0008-6270-2442

Diana Jean S. Roque

De La Salle University-Dasmarinas, Province of Cavite, Philippines

ORCID: 0009-0005-4716-7769

ABSTRACT

This research explored the development of values among students at De La Salle University-Dasmariñas (DLSU-D) and aimed to identify the values that the students developed and the programs and activities that contributed to the development of these values. This employed the “Domains of Enabling the Lasallian Mission” (DELM) to describe and assess students’ progress in the areas of faith, spiritual practice, growth in freedom, association and fraternity, and solidarity and care for the world through education. The methodology combined quantitative and qualitative approaches and utilized summative content analysis. Senior college students from various colleges within DLSU-D responded to open-ended questions. The study analyzed these responses by identifying values as codes and extracting significant statements for analysis. The findings indicated a wide range of values developed by DLSU-D students, with a strong emphasis on faith, service, and responsibility. These values resonate with the goals of Lasallian education, which prioritize the holistic development of students. The insights of the students revealed the extent of their growth in Lasallian identity formation in relation to DELM. Thus, the findings contributed to understanding the formation of Lasallian identity among DLSU-D students.

Keywords:  Lasallian identity formation, self-assessment, values formation and development, and domains of enabling the Lasallian mission

Cite this article:

Ellema, G.A., & Roque, D.J.A. (2023). Forming Lasallian Identity: Exploring the Values Development among DLSU-D Students. Academia Lasalliana Journal of Education and Humanities, 5(1), 77-89. https://doi.org/10.55902/PLRU9197

ACADEMIA LASALLIANA JOURNAL OF EDUCATION AND HUMANITIES

The Academia Lasalliana Journal of Education and Humanities (ALJEH), indexed in the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), CrossRef, and Andrew Gonzalez Philippine Citation Index, is a bi-annual peer-reviewed journal published by  De La Salle University – Dasmariñas through the University Research Office. It aims to offer a platform for the presentation of scientific knowledge pertaining to a myriad of subjects related to education and humanities. As a peer-reviewed academic journal, ALJEH is devoted to the publication of original papers and book reviews on the following areas: teaching and learning at all levels of education, education management, social science-related subjects, linguistics and humanities-related subjects. Some subjects that cuts across the disciplines of education and humanities are as follows: language, literature, psychology, history, philosophy, religion, visual and performing arts, communication studies, and cultural studies.

EDITORIAL BOARD

Editor-in-Chief

Jonathan V. Gochuico, PhD (De La Salle University- Dasmariñas)

Associate Editor 

Henry L. Bernardo, EdD (De La Salle University- Dasmariñas)

Members             

Editorial Assistant

Jaime Zeus C. Agustin (Research Communication, Dissemination and Utilization Coordinator, University Research Office, DLSU-D)

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