Assesment On The Acad Performance Third Yr

AN ASSESSMENT ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE 3 rd
YEAR STUDENTS OF PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS
DURING THE PANDEMIC
An Undergraduate Thesis Presented to the Faculty of the Institute of Engineering and
Technology Philippine State College of Aeronautics Basa Air Base Campus,
Floridablanca, Pampanga
In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AIRCRAFT
MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY
CLIMACO, GWYNETH NICOLE JOYCE R.
MACABALI, JUSTIN CHRIS M.
MAGTULOY, JEWELA O.
MERGAL, JOSHUA S.
PINEDA, JOMAR NINO G.
TUTOL, JAN CARLO R.
February 2022
Republic of the Philippines
PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS
Basa Air Base, Floridablanca, Pampanga
Institute of Engineering and Technology
APPROVAL SHEET
This undergraduate thesis entitled “AN ASSESSMENT ON THE
ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE 3rd YEAR STUDENTS OF
PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS DURING THE
PANDEMIC” prepared and submitted by CLIMACO, GWYNETH NICOLE
JOYCE R., MACABALI, JUSTIN CHRIS M., MAGTULOY, JEWELA O.,
MERGAL, JOSHUA S., PINEDA, JOMAR NINO G. and TUTOL, JAN
CARLO R. in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY
had been reviewed by the undersigned and ready for final defense.
ENGR. KHRYST IAN VALENCIA

ADVISER
Approved by the research panel of examiners with a grade of .
DR. MITZI C. GUTIERREZ MR. DENNIS CUELLAR

MEMBER MEMBER
MR. KEVIN C. VALENZUELA

CHAIRMAN
Accepted and approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the

degree of Bachelor of Science in Aircraft Maintenance Technology.
MR. KEVIN C. VALENZUELA
COORDINATOR, Institute of Engineering and Technology
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Institute of Engineering and

ABSTRACT
Philippine State College of Aeronautics (PhilSCA) Basa-Palmayo Campus
offers two courses which are specialized in aviation courses known as the Bachelor of
Science in Aviation Electronics Technology (Avionics) and Bachelor of Science in
Aircraft Maintenance Technology. It is a high-quality educational school that provides
world-class aeronautics professionals. Because of the performance of its graduates,
who are employed across the world, PhilSCA is also recognized as the Philippines' top
aeronautical school.
The main focus of this research is on the academic performance of the 3rd year
students of PhilSCA because it tackles about the distance learning, particularly
through online learning. This study aims to assess the academic performance of the
students during the pandemic because several problems have been identified so the
researchers believe that this study will also benefit to the students to sustain the
quality of education for future generations. Data was gathered through the online
survey and a descriptive method.
The majority of the survey questionnaire's answers showed that the
respondents were well-informed that the students still face difficulties with Online
learning, specifically when it comes to having access to some devices. This simply
shows that the student's academic performance is affected by the pandemic. It means
that students exert the effort for them to cope with their
studies despite the difficulties they face.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
First of all, the researchers would like to thank the Almighty Father our God
for guiding them throughout their journey and for keeping them safe all the time.
The researchers would like to express their deepest gratitude to their research
adviser teacher, Engr. Khryst Ian Valencia for helping them in their research or
through consulting her students to correct their works, for her encouragement,
guidance, considerations, and motivations to make the research as easier as possible.
His unending efforts and reminders throughout the journey of the researchers have a
big impact on them to be able to finish it.
The researchers would also like to thank the research instructor, Asst.
Prof. Ludivina A. Cunanan for the guidance in finishing this research.
At the same time, the researchers would like to thank the grammarian, Mrs.
Noritess Tolentino for helping the researchers in correcting grammatical errors in this
research.
The researchers would also like to thank the statistician Mr. Glenn Mañalac
for teaching the researchers the statistical treatment of data and for explaining some
formulas that can be used for the interpretation of data of the
research.
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For validating the questionnaire of the researchers, we would like to thank Mr.
Rafael Miguel for correcting us doing our questionnaire.
The researchers would also like to thank the evaluators for evaluating the
survey questionnaire to make the study more informative and for the 3rd year
BSAMT students from PhilSCA Basa-Palmayo Campus who answered the survey
questionnaire. A big appreciation to the Parents/Guardians who supported the
researchers physically, emotionally, and financially.
The researchers would also like to send their sincerest gratitude to their
institution, the Philippine State College of Aeronautics Basa-Palmayo Campus, for
providing them the opportunity to gain experience on how to correctly carry out this
study and to build a new friendship from the group created despite the current
situation that we are experiencing.
The Researchers
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Table of Contents
APPROVAL SHEET…...............................................................................................i
ABSTRACT...............................................................................................................ii
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT…......................................................................................iii
Chapter 1
1.1 Introduction........................................................................................................1-3
1.2 Background of the Study….................................................................................3-4
1.3 Statement of the Problem.......................................................................................5
1.4 Significance of the Study…................................................................................5-6
1.5 Scope and Delimitation..........................................................................................6
1.6 Conceptual Framework…...................................................................................7-8
1.7 Definition of Terms..............................................................................................8
Chapter 2
2.1 Research Design...................................................................................................10
2.2 Research Location............................................................................................10-11
2.3 Participants of the Study…...................................................................................11
2.4 Data Gathering Instrument…................................................................................12
2.5 Validation of Instrument…...................................................................................12
2.6 Data Gathering Procedure….................................................................................13
2.7 Statistical Treatment of Data.................................................................................13
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Chapter 3
3.1 Presentation, Analysis, and Interpretation of Data...........................................14-21
Chapter 4
4.1 Summary of Findings…..................................................................................22-24
4.2 Conclusions…..................................................................................................24-25
4.3 Recommendations...........................................................................................25-26
REFERENCES......................................................................................................27-28
APPENDICES........................................................................................................29-38
CURRICULUM VITAE........................................................................................39-44
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List of Tables
Table 1.....................................................................................................................21
Table 2.....................................................................................................................23
Table 3.....................................................................................................................25
Table 4.....................................................................................................................28
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CHAPTER I
THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
Introduction
Pandemic has changed the system of life, including schools. Millions of
students cannot enter school like they used to be. This pandemic forces schools to be
carried out through distance learning, particularly through online learning. Many
problems were faced when the pandemic occurred, such as the readiness of
technology infrastructure, human resources, and systems management.
In 2020, the impact of COVID-19 has been noted in practically all areas of
activity, but its effect has been particularly strong in teaching and learning. The
pandemic has shaken up the landscape of higher education worldwide, with responses
to the pandemic from higher education institutions generally falling into three
categories (Hodges, Moore, Lockee, Trust, & Bond, 2020; Smalley, 2020):
maintaining in-class teaching with social distancing, creating hybrid models (blended
learning, limitation of students in campus) or moving to online instruction.
Existing literature on the transition from face-to-face teaching to blended,
online, or flipped classroom learning studies these changes under the premise that
the instructional changes are carefully planned by the
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instructors. Most often, the move to online teaching is carried out voluntarily
by the teaching staff with help from support personnel. It is a process that takes both
resources –human, intellectual, technical– and time: it is estimated that adapting a
typical course to online teaching (including planning, preparation, and development)
takes between six and nine months (Hodges et al., 2020). However, research on how
to make these sudden transitions rapidly, and the potential effects of the decisions
taken by institutions and instructors regarding the use of different instructional
methods or supporting technologies, means (or at least meant before COVID-19)
venturing into uncharted territory.
If we observe the changes in teaching and learning caused by COVID-
19 under the lens of emergency remote teaching, it could be argued that most, or at
least part, of the findings from existing research on online learning might not apply to
this situation. However, it is also true that the decisions that instructors have had to
make to deliver their courses are not that different from the intervention features or
learning design options they have to choose when they plan, design, and implement an
online course. Admittedly, some of these options, such as breadth (whole program,
course, portion, of course, brief episode) or modality (blended, semi-blended) are
imposed by the pandemic situation and cannot be chosen, but instructors do
have some
degree of freedom in their decision about the remaining ones.
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The academic performance of students is a key feature in education (Rono,
2013). It is considered to be the center around which the whole education system
revolves. Narad and Abdullah (2016) opined that the academic performance of
students determines the success or failure of any academic institution. Signh, Malik,
and Signh (2016) also argued that the academic performance of students had a direct
impact on the socio-economic development of a country. Similarly, Farooq,
Chaudhry, Shafiq, and Behanu (2011), asserted that students’ academic performance
serves as a bedrock for knowledge acquisition and the development of skills.
Additionally, Farooq et al., (2011) emphasized that the topmost priority of all
educators is the academic performance of students. According to Narad and Abdullah
(2016), academic performance is the knowledge gained which is assessed by marks by
a teacher and/or educational goals set by students and teachers to be achieved over a
specific period. They added that these goals are measured by using continuous
assessment or examinations results.
Background of the Study
This study aims to assess the academic performance of the students during the
pandemic. Pandemic has had a major impact on how worldwide education is
delivered. The sudden shift of education from face-to-face to online classes highly
affects the academic performance of students.
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“Literature on the efficacy of online courses is expansive and divided”
(Driscoll et al., 2012). Some studies favor traditional classroom instruction, stating
“online learners will quit more easily” and “online learning can lack feedback for both
students and instructors” (Atchley et al., 2013). Because of these shortcomings,
student retention, satisfaction, and performance can be compromised. Like traditional
teaching, distance learning also has its apologists who aver online education produces
students who perform as well or better than their traditional classroom counterparts
(Westhuis et al., 2006).
Online learning, distance, and continuing education have become a panacea
for this unprecedented global pandemic, despite the challenges posed to both
educators and learners. Transitioning from traditional face-to- face learning to online
learning can be an entirely different experience for the learners and the educators,
which they must adapt to with little or no other alternatives available. The education
system and the educators have adopted “Education in Emergency” through various
online platforms and are compelled to adopt a system that they are not prepared for.
Learning during a pandemic is a unique experience, to say the least. With
some colleges holding all courses remotely and others trying a mix of in- class
discussions and online learning, every student's experience so far has been slightly
different. This study investigated the overall learning experience after the sudden shift
from face-to-face to online distance learning due to the
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pandemic lockdown. The study assessed variation in students' academic performance.
Statement of the Problem
This study aims to have an Assessment of the Academic Performance of the
Students during the Pandemic. Specifically, it seeks to answer the following:
1. What are the difficulties faced by the students in online classes during a pandemic?
2. Does the pandemic affect the Academic Performance of the Students?
3. How did they cope amidst the difficulties brought about by the pandemic?
Significance of the Study
The study will be beneficial to the following:
Students. This study will benefit the students on how they cope and handle
the sudden transition of education from face-to-face to virtual. And a preparation if
the situation happens again.
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Teachers. This study can also help instructors to improve their program
outcomes, synchronous or asynchronous modes of lectures, and activity and lesson
plans based on which factors would mostly yield better academic performance for
their students.
School administrator. This study can also be helpful for the school
administrators to know what the challenges and limitations do the current students
during an online class.
Future Researchers. This study can serve as their basis to further improve
the study by reanalyzing data and by supplying more variables and seeking solutions
for improvements.
Scope and Limitation of the Study
This study focuses on the 3rd year students of Bachelor of Science in Aircraft
Maintenance Technology students in the year 2020-2021 of the Philippine State
College of Aeronautics. This research is about assessing the academic performance of
students during the pandemic.
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Conceptual Framework
Input Process Output
1. What are the

difficulties faced
by the students on  Construction  Recommendati
online class during and retrieval of ons how to deal
pandemic? Survey difficulties they
Questionnaire faced on online
2.Does the  Validation class
pandemic affect  Data  Recommendati
the Academic Gathering ons how they
Performance of  Statistical cope up
the Students? Treatment of studying while
pandemic.
3. How did they Data
cope amidst the  Analysis and
limitations brought interpretation
about by the of data
pandemic?
Conceptual
Paradigm Figure 1
Figure 1, presents the descriptions of how the present study went through
stages. The systems’ concept is INPUT-PROGRESS-OUTPUT (IPO Model) is the
main basis of the conceptual framework of this study. This concept was adopted by
the researchers for a better understanding of the study conducted.
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The Input consists of the variables from the statement of the problem, and
these variables are the following; What are the difficulties faced by the students in
online classes during a pandemic? Does the pandemic affect the Academic
Performance of the Students? How did they cope amidst the limitations brought about
by the pandemic?
In the process, the respondents will be handed Survey Questionnaires. The
methods used and the procedures that are made to analyze the data in the Statistical
Treatment of data are included in this part. These processes will be used to have the
outcome of this study.
Lastly, the output, which is the final step in conducting the study, is the results
of the findings with the collaboration of the input and process. It is a different
recommendation that the researchers will recommend to the students for them to
maintain their academic performance.
Definition of Terms
Academic Performance. The measurement of student achievement
across various academic subjects.
Amidst. In the middle of or during the pandemic.
Assessment. It is analyzing and evaluating the academic performance of the
students.
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Asynchronous. A general term is used to describe forms of education,
instruction, and learning that do not occur in the same place or at the same time.
Covid-19. Is an infectious disease caused by a newly discovered Corona-
virus
Face-to-face teaching. Is when the instructor and the students of an
educational institution are in a place devoted to instruction and the teaching and
learning take place at the same time.
Hybrid Model. Engages students in the classroom and remotely at the same
time (synchronously). It usually features asynchronous elements, too.
Pandemic. Prevalent over a whole country or the world.
Socio-economic Development. Process of social and economic
development in a society.
Synchronous. Refers to a learning event in which a group of students is
engaged in learning at the same time.
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CHAPTER II
MATERIALS AND METHODS
This chapter describes how the study was conducted and the method the
researchers used in gathering the necessary data for the completion of the study. This
includes the research design, research location, participants of the study, the
instrument used, validation of the instrument, data gathering procedure, and statistical
treatment of data.
Research Design
This study made use of a quantitative type research design to assess the
academic performance of the student during the pandemic in the Philippine State
College of Aeronautics Basa – Palmayo Campus. Descriptive research design is
usually useful for examining many issues and problems. This design has an advantage
for this study because it can measure current practices and will provide the required
information within a short period.
Research Location
The research has been done online in Philippine State College of Aeronautics
Basa – Palmayo Campus located in FloridaBlanca, Pampanga,
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Philippines. This school is the only college of aeronautics under the government in the
whole country. The said state college has a notable connection between the students
and instructors.
Participants of the Study
Data was collected from the enrolled students of 3 rd year BS Aircraft
Maintenance Technology. The total number of respondents were 178 students. The
number of student participants was determined by using Slovin’s formula. This
formula was used to calculate the sample size given the population size and a margin
of error.
Slovin’s formula:
n = N/ (1 + Ne ^2) n= 321/ (1+321(5%) ^2 = 178
Where:
n = sample size,
N = total population = 321 E
= marginal error = 5%
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Research Instruments
In this study, the researchers used a questionnaire through Google forms to
utilize a survey. Google forms are the most suited data collecting tool for the current
conditions in our situation. A questionnaire is a research instrument consisting of a
series of questions and other prompts to gather information from respondents.
The questionnaire is requiring the respondents to indicate their level of
agreement and disagreement with the items. The researcher used a 4-point Likert
scale. The responses ranged from 4-Strongly Agree (SA), 3-Agree (A), 2- Disagree
(D) and 1- Strongly Disagree (SD).
The questionnaire consists of a total of 25 items and has 3 sections. Section 1,
questions the difficulties of online learning. In section 2, it questions their
performance. And section 3 questions how they cope with the difficulties of online
learning.
Validation of the Instruments
In able to validate the instruments and check their reliability. The instruments
undergo a validation process from a technical instructor of the Philippine State
College of Aeronautics Basa – Palmayo Campus. A technical instructor validated the
survey questionnaires.
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Data Gathering Procedure
After the validation of the instruments, the researchers secured a letter of
approval to the campus director of Philippine State College of Aeronautics Basa –
Palmayo Campus, thru the Academic Supervisors and the Coordinator of the Institute
of Engineering and Technology via email, to request from their good offices to allow
the researchers to survey among the 3rd year students of Bachelor of Science in
Aircraft Maintenance Technology.
Statistical Treatment of Data
The study utilized a 4-point Likert Scale 4- Strongly Agree, 3- Agree, 2-
Disagree, and 1- Strongly Disagree.
Table 1
FOUR – POINT LIKERT SCALE USED
Rating Descriptive Level
3.50-4.00 Strongly Agree
2.50- 3.49 Agree
1.50-2.49 Disagree
1.00-1.49 Strongly Disagree
Moreover, the research study will also utilize statistical computations such as
frequency and weighted mean.
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Chapter III
PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA
This chapter shows the data gathered that undergone statistical treatment from
the survey instruments distributed and conducted by the researcher. The researcher
used appropriate statistical and treatment of data. The tabulated data were analyzed to
answer the particular question in the statement of the problem. The analytical tables
were presented according to the sequence of a question followed by interpretation of
the analysis.
1. What are the difficulties faced by the students in online classes
during a pandemic?
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Table 1
MEAN RESULT IN EVALUATION OF THE PARTICIPANTS IN TERMS OF
DIFFICULTIES OF ONLINE LEARNING
DIFFICULTIES Strongly Agree Disagree Strongly Total Weighted Remarks

Agree Disagree Mean
fx4 fx3 fx2 fx1
1. It is
difficult to
have access 132 207 0 0 339 3.32 Agree
to a certain
device/s for
learning
online.
2. It is
difficult to
have a stable 56 180 54 1 291 2.85 Agree
internet
connection.
3. It is
difficult for
me to use
distance
learning 56 159 66 2 283 2.77 Agree
technology
(computer,
tablet, video
calls,
learning
applications,
etc.)
4. It is
difficult to
be focused 96 171 36 3 306 3 Agree
on doing my
schoolwork.
5. I cannot
spend
several hours
doing 88 165 44 3 300 2.94 Agree
schoolwork
without
being
distracted by
games, TV,
etc.
Total 2.98 Agree
Table 1 shows the result evaluation of the participants in difficulties of online
learning.
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The highest weighted mean is the “It is difficult to have access to a certain
device/s for learning online” got 3.32 which is “Agree”. Having access to a certain
device for online learning still has difficulties for the students in Online learning.
In “It is difficult to have a stable internet connection” obtained a mean of
2.85 which is “Agree”. In “It is difficult to be focused on doing my schoolwork”
obtained a mean of 3 which is also “Agree”. However, “I cannot spend several hours
doing schoolwork without being distracted by games, TV, etc.” obtained a mean of
2.94 which is “Agree”.
The lowest weighted mean in a variable of Difficulties of Online Learning is
the “It is difficult for me to use the distance learning technology (computer, tablet,
video calls, learning applications, etc.)” obtained a mean of
2.77 which also “Agree”. This shows that students still have difficulties using Online
learning technology.
The overall results in the Difficulties obtained a general weighted mean of
2.98 which is “Agree”. This shows that students Agree that they still faced Difficulties
of Online Learning.
2. Does the pandemic affect the Academic Performance of the

Students?
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Table 2
THEIR ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Academic Strongly Agree Disagree Strongly Total Weighted Remarks

Performance Agree Disagree Mean
fx4 fx3 fx2 fx1
6. I cannot do
my Activities 72 165 52 3 292 2.86 Agree
on time.
7. I don’t
always
participate 40 177 62 2 281 2.75 Agree
when we have
oral recitations.
8. I don’t
always attend 124 156 34 2 316 3.10 Agree
synchronous
meetings
9. Sometimes I
don’t pay full
attention to 72 180 46 1 299 2.93 Agree
every
synchronous
meeting I have.
10. I don’t
actively 116 195 10 3 324 3.18 Agree
participate in
every group
work.
11. Sometimes
I review every 48 225 26 2 301 2.95 Agree
time we have
quizzes/ exam
12. Most of my
answers in 44 141 86 1 272 2.67 Agree
activities are
from google.
13. I don’t use
the time of the 28 201 62 1 292 2.86 Agree
asynchronous
meeting to
study the given
handouts.
14. I don’t read
all the handouts 48 168 66 1 283 2.77 Agree
the instructor
gave.
15. I don’t do
advance 40 144 84 2 270 2.65 Agree
reading with
my handouts.
Total 2.87 Agree
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Table 2 shows the statistical result of the evaluation in terms of the Academic
Performance of the Students.
The highest weighted mean in the variation in terms of their academic
performance is the “I don’t actively participate in every group work” that obtained a
mean of 3.18 which is “Agree.” Group activities are a way to improve the academic
performance of the students even if it is virtual.
In “I cannot do my Activities on time” and “I use the time of the asynchronous
meeting to study the given handouts” both got the mean of 2.86 with the remark of
“agree”. In “I don’t always participate when we have oral recitations” got the mean of
2.75 with the remarks of “Agree”. In “I don’t always attend synchronous meetings”
obtained the mean of 3.10 which is “agree”. In “Sometimes I don’t pay full attention
to every synchronous meeting I have” got the mean of 2.93 with the remark of
“Agree”. In “Sometimes I don’t review every time we have quizzes/exams” it
obtained the mean of 2.95 which is “Agree”. In “Most of my answers in activities are
from google” obtained the mean of 2.67 with the remark of “Agree”. And lastly, “I
don’t read all the handouts the instructor gave” obtained the mean of 2.77 with the
remark of “Agree”.
The lowest weighted mean is “I don’t do advance reading with my handouts”
which obtained 2.65 which is “Agree.” It is hard for a student to cope with every
subject and being enrolled in an online class, a student must
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know how to manage their time. Given that each given task has a deadline. Surely the
student will prioritize finishing their other tasks more than doing advanced reading.
The overall result in terms of Academic Performance gained the grand mean
of 2.87 with the remark “Agree”. This concludes that the respondents' Academic
Performance is affected by the pandemic.
3. How did they cope amidst the difficulties brought about by the
pandemic?
Table 3
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COPING UP
Coping Up Strongly Agree Disagree Strongly Total Weighted Remarks

Agree Disagree Mean
fx4 fx3 fx2 fx1
16. I give a
specific time 76 222 18 0 316 3.10 Agree
for myself to
cope with the
lesson I
missed.
17. I borrow
someone’s 60 150 60 7 277 2.72 Agree
device when I
don’t have
one to use.
18. I ask for
help if I don’t
know how to 80 201 24 3 308 3.02 Agree
use the
technology
required
19. I buy a
load for data 100 177 26 5 308 3.02 Agree
if I don’t
have an
internet
connection.
20. I use
mobile data 112 183 22 2 319 3.13 Agree
if my
internet
connection
is poor.
21. I do
some 136 189 10 0 335 3.28 Agree
research if I
don’t
understand
the lesson.
22. I ask my
classmates for 148 189 4 0 341 3.34 Agree
activities and
lessons for
every
synchronous
meeting I
miss.
Total 3.08 Agree
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The Observation below is deduced from table 3 which shows the result
evaluation of the participants in terms of Coping up.
The “I ask my classmates for activities and lessons for every synchronous
meeting I miss” got a mean value of 3.34, which falls to the remark of “Agree” and
marks as highest Weighted Mean. It shows that consulting other classmates could help
them in making up their work in every synchronous meeting.
In “I ask help if I don’t know how to use the technology required” and “I buy
load for data if I don’t have an internet connection” obtained the same mean of 3.02
with the remarks of “Agree”. And in “I use mobile data if my internet connection is
poor” got the mean of 3.13 which is “Agree’. Lastly, the “I do some research if I
don’t understand the lesson” gained a mean value of
3.28 which is under the remark of “Agree”.
On the other hand, the “I borrow someone’s device when I don’t have one to
use” marks as the Lowest Weighted Mean which obtained a mean value of 2.72 under
the “Agree” remark. Although few answered in borrowing device, it is still needed to
borrow from someone in order to catch up a lesson.
From this Table, the overall results in Coping Up gained a grand mean of 3.08
which categorizes in the remark of “Agree”. This concludes that all variables in Table
3 are Agreed in dealing with the situation given.
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Chapter IV
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSION, AND RECOMMENDATIONS
This chapter presents the summary, conclusion, and recommendations based
on the result of the data and their implications.
Summary of Findings
The salient findings of this study are presented in this portion of the chapter,
following the statement of the research problems presented earlier.
during a pandemic?
The highest weighted mean is the “It is difficult to have access to a certain
device/s for learning online” got 3.32 which is “Agree”. While, the lowest weighted
mean in the variable of Difficulties of Online Learning is the “It is difficult for me
to use the distance learning technology (computer, tablet, video calls, learning
applications, etc.)” obtained a mean of 2.77 which also “Agree”.
The overall results in the Difficulties obtained a general weighted mean of
2.98 which is “Agree”. This shows that students Agree that they faced Difficulties
with Online Learning.
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2. Does the pandemic affect the Academic Performance of the
Students?
The highest weighted mean in the variation of in terms of their academic
performance is the “Sometimes don’t actively participate every group work” that
obtained a mean of 3.18 which is “Agree.” Group activities are a way to improve
the academic performance of the students even if it is virtual. While the lowest
weighted mean is “I don’t do advance reading with my handouts” which obtained
2.65 which is “Agree”. Surely the student will prioritize finishing their other tasks
more than doing the advanced reading.
The overall result in terms of Academic Performance gained the grand mean
of 2.87 with the remark “Agree”.
3. How did they cope amidst the difficulties brought about by the
pandemic?
The “I ask my classmates for activities and lessons for every synchronous
meeting I miss” got a mean value of 3.34, which falls to the remark of “Agree” and
marks as highest Weighted Mean. It shows that consulting other classmates could help
them in making up their work in every synchronous meeting. On the other hand, the “I
borrow someone’s device when I don’t have one to use” marks as the Lowest
Weighted Mean which obtained a mean value of 2.72 under the “Agree” remark.
Although few
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answered in borrowing device, it is still needed to borrow from someone in order
to catch up a lesson.
From this Table, the overall results in Coping Up gained a grand mean of
3.08 which categorizes in the remark of “Agree”.
Conclusions
Based on the foregoing findings, the following conclusions are derived:
during a pandemic?
It is concluded that the students still face difficulties of Online learning,
specifically when it comes to having access to some devices like laptops or tablets.
2. Does the pandemic affect the Academic performance of the
students?
This simply shows that the student's academic performance is affected by the
pandemic that unlike the face-to-face classes they actively participate in the given
activities that are being guided by the instructor personally.
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3. How did they cope amidst the difficulties brought by the
pandemic?
It is concluded that students exert the effort for them to cope with their studies
despite the difficulties they face. They still find ways like asking their classmates for
activities and lessons that they miss.
Recommendations
Researchers wish to make some recommendations, which, if taken into
consideration, might bring some positive changes to the current approach.
during a pandemic?
Given the data, the students are recommended to keep the instructor updated about
their internet situation and device problem for them to know how to help their
students.
To avoid distractions, students are recommended to have a good working
environment where background noise and distractions such as video games and social
media are avoided.
Students are recommended to research using different learning devices needed for
the online class.
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2. Does the pandemic affect the Academic performance of the
students?
Given the data, the students are highly recommended to reach out to their
instructor if they struggle on their subject, especially when having group activities for
them to cope up and improve their academic performance.
Students are recommended to a lot more time doing their activities and attending
synchronous class because it can cause a failure grade.
Students are highly recommended to do advanced reading and review their
handouts especially when they have an upcoming quiz, it is for them to pass the
subject.
3. How did they cope amidst the difficulties brought by the
pandemic?
Given the data, the students are recommended to exert more effort attending
synchronous class for them to avoid cramming and breakdowns while doing activities.
Students are recommended to be more responsible when they miss activities or
lessons.
Students also recommended to be not shy asking if they can borrow a device for
the online class.
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Hodges, Moore, Lockee, Trust, & Bond, 2020; Smalley, 2020
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8631572/ Hodges et
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APPENDICES
APPENDIX A: SURVEY REQUEST LETTER
TO: PROF. FELIX ALEGADO

Campus Director
THRU: ASST. PROF. LUDIVINA CUNANAN

Academic Supervisor
Mr. Kevin C. Valenzuela
INET Coordinator
Sir,
The undersigned are conducting a research entitled " An assessment on the

Academic Performance of the 3rd year students of Philippine State College of
Aeronautics during the pandemic" as a part of our academic requirements in Thesis
Writing I.
In this connection, we are requesting your permission to allow us to conduct

a survey through google forms regarding our research study to the 3rd year BSAMT
students of our school, the respondents of this study.
Your approval in this matter will be greatly valued and appreciated.
Our gratitude be yours and may God bless you!
Sincerely yours,
Climaco, Gwyneth Nicole Joyce Macabali, Justin Chris M.
Magtuloy, Jewela O. Mergal, Joshua S.
Pineda, Jomar Nino Tutol, Jan Carlo R.
Recommending Approval:
Mr. Kevin C. Valenzuela

INET Coordinator Approved:
ASST. PROF. LUDIVINA CUNANAN PROF. FELIX ALEGADO

Academic Supervisor Campus Director
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APPENDIX B: RDC FORM 2
Date: January 30, 2022
For: Mr. Kevin C. Valenzuela_

Research Review Panel Chair
Dr. Mitzi C. Gutierrez Mr. Dennis Cuellar
Research Review Panel Member Research Review Panel

Member
From: Engr. Khryst Ian Valencia_

Research Adviser
Please be informed that CLIMACO, GWYNETH NICOLE JOYCE R., MACABALI,

JUSTIN CHRIS M., MAGTULOY JEWELA O., MERGAL JOSHUA S., PINEDA,
JOMAR NINO G., TUTOL, JAN CARLO R., of BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN
AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY whose research entitled AN
ASSESSMENT ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE 3rd YEAR
STUDENTS OF PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS DURING THE
PANDEMIC, is scheduled for proposal/final defense on
January 30, 2022 at 2:00-3:00
(Date) (Time)
Virtual
(Venue)
Conforme:
Mr. Kevin C. Valenzuela_

Research Review Panel Chair
Dr. Mitzi C. Gutierrez Mr. Dennis Cuellar
Research Review Panel Member Research Review

Panel Member
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APPENDIX C: RDC FORM 3
Date: January 30, 2022
For: Mr. Kevin Valenzuela

Dean/Program Coordinator
From: Engr. Khryst Ian Valencia

Research Adviser
I am pleased to inform you that CLIMACO, GWYNETH NICOLE JOYCE R.,

MACABALI, JUSTIN CHRIS M., MAGTULOY JEWELA O., MERGAL JOSHUA S.,
PINEDA, JOMAR NINO G., TUTOL, JAN CARLO R., of BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY whose research entitled AN
ASSESSMENT ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE 3rd YEAR
STUDENTS OF PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS DURING THE
PANDEMIC, is scheduled for proposal/final defense on
January 30, 2022, at 2:00-3:00,
(Date) (Time)
Virtual
(Venue)
Attached are the following documents necessary for the proposal/final defense:
1. Oral Defense Schedule Form duly signed by the RRP
2. Copy of the research
This is for your approval. Thank you.
Endorsed by:
Asst. Prof. Mercy P. Guinto

Research Coordinator
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APPENDIX D
STATISTICIAN CERTIFICATION
This is to CERTIFY this research study entitled, “AN ASSESSMENT ON

THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE 3rd YEAR STUDENTS OF
PANDEMIC”, prepared and submitted by Gwyneth Nicole Joyce R. Climaco,
Justin Chris M. Macabali, Jewela O. Magtuloy, Joshua S. Mergal, Jomar
Nino G. Pineda and Jan Carlo R. Tutol, in partial fulfillment for the degree of
Bachelor of Science in Aircraft Maintenance Technology has been
statistically reviewed by undersigned.
Signed this 28th day of February in the year of our Lord, 2022 at
Philippines State College of Aeronautics, Basa Air Base Campus,
Floridablanca, Pampanga.
Mr. Glenn Manalac

Statistician
Noted by:

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APPENDIX E
CERTIFICATION OF THE GRAMMARIAN
This Research Study entitled “AN ASSESSMENT ON THE

ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE 3rd YEAR STUDENTS OF
PANDEMIC” prepared by Climaco, Gwyneth Nicole Joyce R., Macabali, Justin
Chris M., Magtuloy, Jewela O., Mergal, Joshua S., Pineda, Jomar Nino G., Tutol, Jan
Carlo R. in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Bachelor of Science in
Aircraft Maintenance Technology, has been examined and proofread by a licensed
English Instructor.
Mrs. Noritess C. Tolentino

LET Passer, PRC License No.0766426
Noted by:

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APPENDIX F: Validation of Instruments
Name of Evaluator: RAFAEL B. MIGUEL

Age: 21 Gender: (/) Male () Female
Educational Attainment: -Bachelor’s Degree in AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
TECHNOLOGY
-Master’s Degree in AERONAUTICAL MANAGEMENT
(36 UNITS)
Position: COS FACULTY/ INSTRUCTOR 1
Employment Status: () Permanent () Temporary (/) Job Order () Part-time
Institution: INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
Instructions: Listed below are criteria for evaluating the study
Please rate each item by ticking (/) the corresponding equivalent on the four-point scale.
Very High – 4; High – 3; Low – 2; Very Low – 1
I. Content 4 3 2 1
1. The items are specific, clear, factual, and adequately answer the /
statement of the problem.
2. The items are free from ideological, sexual, and racial bias. /
3. The items are well presented in the questionnaire. /

4. The choices for each items are independent and do not overlap. /
5. The items to evaluate are completely presented in the /

questionnaire concerning:
II. Language and Style 4 3 2 1
1. The language and style are appropriate. /
2. The language used is consistent. /
3. The checklist is free from grammatical errors. /
4. The sentences are properly constructed and punctuated. /
5. The words used in the checklist are simple and easy to /
understand.
III. Format and Design 4 3 2 1
1. The printing is clear and readable. /
2. The quality of the paper is acceptable. /
3. The layout is attractive and uniform. /
4. The fonts used are comprehensible and appropriate. /
5. The spacing on the page contributes to the ease of reading and /
responding.
Comments: N/A
RAFAEL B. MIGUEL
Signature over Printed Name of Evaluator
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AN ASSESSMENT ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE 3rd
YEAR STUDENTS OF PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS
DURING THE PANDEMIC
Description: This questionnaire will help the researchers to have enough knowledge
about their study and to know their respondents more.
Direction: Answer the following questions honestly. Please give some effort to
answer the questions.
Section 1: Difficulties 4 3 2 1
Strongl Agre Disagre Strongl
y e e y
Agree Disagre
e
1. It is difficult to
have access to a
certain device/s
for learning
online.
have a stable
internet
connection.
3. It is difficult for
me to use
distance
learning
technology
(computer,
tablet, video
calls, learning
applications,
etc.)
be focused on
doing my school
works.
5. I cannot spend
several hours
doing school
works without
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being
distracted by
games, TV,
etc.
Section 2:
Performance
6. I cannot do my
Activities
on time.
7. I don’t always
participate when
we have
oral
recitations.
8. I don’t always
attend
synchronou
s meetings.
9. Sometimes I
don’t pay
full attention
to every
synchronous
meeting I have.
10. I don’t actively
participate
in every
group work.
11. Sometimes I
don’t review
when we
have quizzes/
exam
12. Most of my
answers in
activities are
from google.
13. I don’t use the
time of the
asynchronous
meeting to
study the given
handouts.
14. I don’t read all
the handouts
the instructor
gave.
15. I don’t do an
3
3

advanced
reading with
my handouts.
Section 3: Cope up
16. I give a
specific time
for myself to
cope with the
lesson I missed.
17. I borrow
someone’s
device when I
don’t have
one
to use.
18. I ask for help
if I don’t know
how to use the
technology
required
19. I buy load for
data if I don’t
have an
internet
connection.
20. I use mobile
data if my
internet
connection
is poor.
21. I do some
research if I
don’t
understand
the lesson.
22. I ask my
classmates for
activities and
lessons for
every
synchronous
meeting I
miss.
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23. What technological device do you use for online learning?
a. Mobile phone
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b. Tablet
c. Laptop/ Computer
24. What type of connection do you use to be online?
a. Wi-Fi Connection
b. Mobile Data
25. How fast is your internet connection?
a. 5-10mbps
b. 11-25mbps
c. 26mbps-above
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CURRICULUM VITAE
GWYNETH NICOLE JOYCE R. CLIMACO

# San Pedro Ili, Alcala, Pangasinan
gwynethnicolejoyceclimaco@gmail.com
09950124012
OBJECTIVE
An aspiring individual who loves aviation and remains productive. I am an

ambitious and hardworking individual. I am an enthusiastic student and I think this is
a strong point of mine. I am a motivated and dependable person who is great at time
management
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Elementary : Holy Rood Academy

S.Y. 2006 – 2012
Junior High School : Arboleda National High School

S.Y. 2012 - 2016
Senior High School : Phinma-University of Pangasinan

S.Y. 2016 – 2018
Tertiary Education : Philippine State College of Aeronautics

2018 up to present
SKILLS:
 Good Listener
 Willingness to learn
 Time management
 Dealing with pressure
CHARACTER REFERENCE:
 Engr. Khryst Ian Valencia

College Instructor – Philippine State College of Aeronautics (Basa-Palmayo)
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JUSTIN CHRIS M. MACABALI
#340 Pangatlan, Mexico, Pampanga
Justinmacabali7@gmail.com
09550479046
OBJECTIVE
To apply for an internship program in your company where I can
perform and apply my knowledge and skills in aviation. Hence, maximizing my full
potential to contribute to achieving the company’s goal and mission. Thus,
transforming the knowledge and experiences I will obtain within the company to
provide the opportunity for personal and professional growth and advancement
opportunities.
Elementary : Panagatlan Elementary School
S.Y. 2006 – 2012
Junior High School : Malino National High School
S.Y. 2012 - 2016
Senior High School : STI College San Fernando
S.Y. 2016 – 2018
Tertiary Education: Philippine State College of Aeronautics
2018 up to present
SKILLS:
 Dedicated and hardworking individual
 Competent in the use of different tools and equipment
 Time management to work
 Willingness to learn more about the Aviation industry
CHARACTER REFERENCE
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JEWELA O. MAGTULOY
#Palmayo Floridablanca, Pampanga
Magtuloymagtuloyjewela@gmail.com
09707395596
OBJECTIVE
I can say that I am a responsible and hard-working student. Moreover, being
a sociable person, I have many friends since I like to communicate with people and
get to know new interesting individuals. I enjoy my time at school: it is nice to study.
The students are very friendly and ready to help. The atmosphere cannot but make me
want to go there every time. I like to receive and deal with challenging tasks. I am a
very enthusiastic student and I think this is a strong point of mine.
Elementary : Pandaguirig Elem. School
S.Y. 2006 – 2012
Junior High School : Floridablanca National Agricultural School (FNAS)
S.Y. 2012 - 2016
Senior High School: Diosdado Macapagal Memorial High School
S.Y. 2016 – 2018
2018 up to present
SKILLS:
 Good communication skills
 Critical thinking
 Good listener

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JOSHUA S. MERGAL
#San Simon Dinalupihan, Bataan
joshuamergal200@gmail.com
09153548417
OBJECTIVE
I am a humble and hardworking young man striving to achieve my dreams. I see
myself as a strong and independent individual who does not usually depend on others
to get things done. I usually like working alone and managing my own time, but I am
also a good team player. I try to finish whatever I set my mind to and do things with
excellence.
Elementary : Mother Margherita De Brincat Catholic School

S.Y. 2006 – 2012
Junior High School : Mother Margherita De Brincat Catholic School
S.Y. 2012 - 2016

Senior High School : Mother Margherita De Brincat Catholic School
S.Y. 2016 – 2018

2018 up to present
SKILLS:
 Good communicator
 Basic skills in Microsoft and Photoshop
 Effective collaborator

4

JOMAR NINO G. PINEDA
#Sto.Domingo Minalin Pampanga
pinedajomar080@gmail.com
009509754171
OBJECTIVE
A God-fearing person. I am always ready to learn new things especially in
terms of skills. And also interested in publishing some small businesses like buying
and selling motorcycles and cars. I have 1 sister and I am the firstborn. I like to help
my parents someday and pay back their hard work.
Elementary: Sto. Domingo Elementary School
S.Y. 2006 – 2012
Junior High School: Mother Mary Eugenie Center of Studies and Schools
Inc.
S.Y. 2012 - 2016

Senior High School : Mother Mary Eugenie Center of Studies and Schools
Inc.
S.Y. 2016 – 2018

2018 up to present
SKILLS:
 Good in Mechanical Skills
 Good Communication Skills

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JAN CARLO R. TUTOL
#121 Overland Subdivision A. Ricardo Bagac, Bataan
jncrlrysttl@gmail.com
09199673935
OBJECTIVE
I am a hardworking person. I’m good at working with people that also have
the same interest as me. I can also do the work alone that sometimes I preferred
because I can do time management. I’m also a goal setter that helps me to finish the
work I’m assigned to. I don’t depend on other people because I believe in the ability
and skills I have.
Elementary : Bagac Elementary School
S.Y. 2006 – 2012
Junior High School : Tomas del Rosario College
S.Y. 2012 - 2016
Senior High School : Tomas del Rosario College
S.Y. 2016 – 2018
Tertiary Education : Philippine State College of Aeronautic

2018 up to present
SKILLS:
 Basic Mechanical Skills
 Good in Critical Thinking
 Hardworking person
 Easily to adapt to the environment

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AN ASSESSMENT ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE 3 rd

YEAR STUDENTS OF PHILIPPINE STATE COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICS

DURING THE PANDEMIC

An Undergraduate Thesis Presented to the Faculty of the Institute of Engineering and

Technology Philippine State College of Aeronautics Basa Air Base Campus,

In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AIRCRAFT

CLIMACO, GWYNETH NICOLE JOYCE R.

MACABALI, JUSTIN CHRIS M.

PINEDA, JOMAR NINO G.

TUTOL, JAN CARLO R.

Institute of Engineering and Technology

ENGR. KHRYST IAN VALENCIA

Approved by the research panel of examiners with a grade of .

DR. MITZI C. GUTIERREZ MR. DENNIS CUELLAR

MR. KEVIN C. VALENZUELA

Accepted and approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the

MR. KEVIN C. VALENZUELA

COORDINATOR, Institute of Engineering and Technology

Institute of Engineering and

Philippine State College of Aeronautics (PhilSCA) Basa-Palmayo Campus

Science in Aviation Electronics Technology (Avionics) and Bachelor of Science in

Aircraft Maintenance Technology. It is a high-quality educational school that provides

world-class aeronautics professionals. Because of the performance of its graduates,

students of PhilSCA because it tackles about the distance learning, particularly

survey and a descriptive method.

The majority of the survey questionnaire's answers showed that the

studies despite the difficulties they face.

Institute of Engineering and

guidance, considerations, and motivations to make the research as easier as possible.

big impact on them to be able to finish it.

Prof. Ludivina A. Cunanan for the guidance in finishing this research.

formulas that can be used for the interpretation of data of the

Institute of Engineering and

Rafael Miguel for correcting us doing our questionnaire.

questionnaire. A big appreciation to the Parents/Guardians who supported the

researchers physically, emotionally, and financially.

institution, the Philippine State College of Aeronautics Basa-Palmayo Campus, for

situation that we are experiencing.

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1.2 Background of the Study….................................................................................3-4

1.3 Statement of the Problem.......................................................................................5

1.4 Significance of the Study…................................................................................5-6

1.5 Scope and Delimitation..........................................................................................6

1.6 Conceptual Framework…...................................................................................7-8

1.7 Definition of Terms..............................................................................................8

2.1 Research Design...................................................................................................10

2.2 Research Location............................................................................................10-11

2.3 Participants of the Study…...................................................................................11

2.4 Data Gathering Instrument…................................................................................12

2.5 Validation of Instrument…...................................................................................12

2.6 Data Gathering Procedure….................................................................................13

2.7 Statistical Treatment of Data.................................................................................13

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3.1 Presentation, Analysis, and Interpretation of Data...........................................14-21

4.1 Summary of Findings…..................................................................................22-24

Institute of Engineering and

Institute of Engineering and

THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

Pandemic has changed the system of life, including schools. Millions of

technology infrastructure, human resources, and systems management.

learning, limitation of students in campus) or moving to online instruction.

Existing literature on the transition from face-to-face teaching to blended,