Chapter 2

METHOD

Presented in this chapter are the research design, population and

sample, research instruments, data collection and statistical tools.

Research Design

The study employed the non-experimental descriptive-survey

research design. Scates (2006) described Descriptive-survey research

presents condition, events or systems based on the variable data gathered

determining the level of variable involved as well as the existing difference

on the assessment of the respondent. Sheilds and Rangarjan (2013) further

elaborated that illustrative examination can’t be apply as the premise of a

causal relationship where one variable influence another. Such as clear

research can be said to have a low necessary for interior legitimacy. The

portrayal is utilized for frequencies, midpoint and other factual estimation.

Preceding written work and clear research are frequently the best approach

to a direct examination. This design is appropriate in determining the level

of Verbal Bullying among Senior High School Stem Students in St. John

Paul II College of Davao.

Population and Sample

In conducting the survey there were 50 respondents from STEM

students in St. John Paul II College of Davao provided by the researchers

by the use of stratified random sampling technique. Shown below is the

profile of the respondents consisting of sex and grade level with an overall

frequency of 50. In terms of sex, both male and female from grade 11 and

12 Stem students are equal to 50.0 percent with the proposed of training

design; in terms of grade level.

Research Instrument

The researcher adopted a questionnaire based on the study of Kula

(2011), the first draft was submitted to the adviser for comments and

suggestions. The panel of expert were consulted to make sure that the

questionnaire was valid and reliable. The mentioned questionnaire

determined the Verbal Bullying among Senior Highschool STEM students

which was the basis for Anti-Bullying Program with indicators: Behavior,

Physical Appearance and Self-Esteem.

Range of Descriptive Interpretation

Means Level
4.20-5.00 Very High Verbal Bullying among

Senior High School

STEM students is

always experience.

3.40-4.19 High Verbal Bullying among

Senior High School

 STEM students is

oftentimes experience.

2.60-3.39 Moderate Verbal Bullying among

Senior High School

STEM students is

sometimes

experience.

1.80-2.59 Low Verbal Bullying among

Senior High School

STEM students is

seldom experience.

1.00-1.79 Very Low Verbal Bullying among

Senior High School

STEM students is

never experience.

Data Collection

In gathering data, the data collection that the researcher used was a

questionnaire method. A letter in asking permission to conduct a survey was

forwarded to the principal of Senior High Department in St. John Paul II

College of Davao one of the institutions in Davao City. Upon the approval

of the letter, the researcher administrated the questionnaire to the

respondents and assist them in answering the provided questionnaires at

the same time. Questionnaire method is a research instrument consisting a

series of questions for the purpose of gathering information from the

respondents.

Statistical Tool

The data were threated using the following statistical tools.

Mean. To assess the level of Verbal Bullying among Senior High

School Stem Students in St. John Paul II College of Davao in terms of

Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). To determine the significant

difference in Verbal Bullying among Senior High School Stem Students in

St. John Paul II College of Davao when respondents are analyzed by sex

and grade level.

 Survey Questionnaire
VERBAL BULLYING AMONG SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STEM
STUDENTS

Dear Respondents,

The STEM students of St. John Paul II College of Davao are

conducting a research study on “Verbal Bullying among Senior High School

STEM students: Basis for Ant-Bullying Program”. The main objective of the

study is to propose an Anti-Bullying Program on Verbal Bullying among

Senior High School STEM Students on the basis of study results.

The researchers can assure you that all your answers would be

treated well.

Thank you for your cooperation.

I. Respondents Profile

Sex: Male Female

Level: Grade 11 Grade 12

Instruction: Please answer the following statement by checking the box

that best describe yourself.
Rating Descriptors Meaning
Scale

5 Always The statement is apparent all the time.

4 Oftentimes The statement is apparent often times.

3 Sometimes The statement is apparent sometimes.

2 Seldom The statement is rarely apparent.

1 Never The statement is not apparent all the time.

Behavior 5 4 3 2 1

As a student,

I began expecting sarcasm or hurtful words from

others.

I was teased because of the group that I hung out

with.

Rumors were spread about me.

I was called terrible, hurtful names

The bully/bullies would criticize me

I was threatened in a language which I did not

understand.

I was teased to make me angry.

I was shouted by others

Physical Appearance 5 4 3 2 1

As a student,

I began feeling like I was ugly

I began to look at my appearance differently.

I was teased about my body or physical appearance

I was treated differently because of my skin color

Made fun of me because of my appearance

People pointed at me because I am overweight.

Self-Esteem 5 4 3 2 1

As a student,

I received violent threats

I was humiliated in front of others

I was threatened into giving money or other things to

the bully/bullies

I was deliberately ignored by the person/group of

people.

I was treated with less respect than other people

I was left out of activities, games on purpose