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ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The researchers would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the following

individuals for their contributions to the completion of this study.

To the panelists headed by Marlou Fabiosa, DPA as the Chairperson, Aubrey B.

Argote, MAEd and Lorna B. Tagalinao, MAEd.

To the adviser, Gretchen C. Tajaran, MAEd for the uplifting words of wisdom and

counsel that she gave the researchers, as well as her patience in doing so.

To Roland Felix Payos, the researchers' statistician, for his patience, dedication,

and superb data interpretation;

To the classmates and friends of the researchers who provided the inspiration

and conversation that made it possible to complete this study.

Above all, we offer our sincere gratitude, glory, and praise to the Almighty One,

who never ceased to pour blessings and direction upon the proponents as peace,

understanding, and love ruled over their relationship at every step of the process that

resulted in the completion of this study.

And finally, thank you so much and may God bless all those who contributed to

the completion of this research but were not specifically recognized.

-Researchers