Table of Contents

Chapter 1: The Problem and its Scope

Rationale……………………………………………………………………………………….4

Theoretical Background………………………………………………………………………..6

Theoretical Framework……………………………………………………………………….10

Statement of the Problem……………………………………………………………………..12

Scope and Delimitation……………………………………………………………………….12

Significance of the study…………………………………………………………………...…13

Definition of Terms…………………………………………………………………………...15

Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature and Studies

Introduction………………………………………………………………………………...…16

Embracing The Value of Education…………………………………………………………..20

Challenges Encountered by College Mothers……………………………….………………..21

Advantages of Being a College Mother………………………...…………………………….22

Managing Dual Roles……………………………………………………………………...…22

Support Systems Gained by College Mothers………………………………………………..23

Factors that Influence The Resilience Building of College Mothers………............................24

Chapter 3: Research Methodology

Research Design…………………………………………………………………………...….26

Research Environment…………………………………………………………………..……27

Research Participants…………………………………………………………………………28

Research Instruments…………………………………………………………………...…….28

Sampling Technique………………………………………………………………………….29
 Data-gathering Procedure………………………………………………………….…………30

Data Analysis………………………………….……………………………...………………32

Ethical Considerations…………………………………………………………..………...…32

References………………………………………………………...…………………….……….36

Appendices

Appendix B: Transmittal Letter ……………………………….……...……………...,..…….43

Participant’s Informed Consent Letter……………………………………...….45

Curriculum Vitae……..………………………………….……………………….…………….46