ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The researchers would like to express their sincere appreciation to the following
individuals and institution who have contributed to the preparation of this study.
First and foremost, the researchers are grateful to the Universidad de Manila for
providing the resources and support needed to conduct this research. Special thanks go
to the esteemed principal, Ma. Felma Carlos-Tria, Ed.D., for her unwavering support
and encouragement.
The researchers are also thankful to the Bachelor of Arts in Communication
students who generously gave their time to participate in the data collection process.
Your contribution was vital to the success of this study.
The researchers would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Professor Nenita
O. Santos, our respected research adviser. Thank you for sharing your expertise,
providing guidance and support, and helping us navigate the intricacies of writing this
thesis.
The researchers would like to extend their sincere appreciation to their parents
for their understanding, moral and financial support, and steadfast love and inspiration
during the research process.
The researchers would also like to thank Jerry Mae A. Ranes, a mathematics
major student, for his invaluable assistance in computing and interpreting the
quantitative data gathered for this study.
Lastly, the researchers would like to acknowledge Salvador's family for opening
their home and providing a site for the researchers to conduct their study.
Above all, the researchers give thanks to God Almighty for granting them the
strength, knowledge, ability, opportunity, and perseverance to successfully undertake
and complete this study. Without His blessings, this achievement would not have been
possible.
To all of you, the researchers extend their deepest gratitude and appreciation.
Thank you for your assistance, encouragement, and support!