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ADDRESSING CLASSROOM
ABSENTEEISM AMONG
IDENTIFIED GRADE 10
STUDENTS THROUGH PROJECT
LOVE(LISTENING, OVERSEEING,
VISITING AND EVALUATING
Tanlangit, Reynold S.
Completed 2023
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Addressing Classroom Absenteeism among Identified Grade 10 Students
Through Project LOVE( Listening, Overseeing,
Visiting and Evaluating )

Tanlangit, Reynold S. , EdD.

Teacher III
Laureano Salusod National High School
Department of Education, Division of Zamboanga del Sur
reynold.tanlangit@deped.gov.ph
09690324176/09073941575

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the extent of impact brought about by the innovation,
Project LOVE , on the manifested level of absenteeism by the identified Grade 10
students of Laureano Salusod National High School during the Second Quarter of
school year 2022-2023, and the researcher was using the DepEd SF 2 (DO 11, S.
2018- Daily Attendance of Learners)in gathering the data which reflects the actual
daily attendance of the research participants employed absenteeism survey, in a
tabular form survey instrument, to assess the level of absenteeism displayed by two
groups of identified Grade 10 students: the control group and the experimental
group.This research study utilized a quantitative research design. In this design,
participants or subjects are divided into two distinct and unrelated groups. Each
group receives a different treatment , condition , or level of the independent variable
being studied. Afterwards, measurements or observations are taken on both groups to
compare their means. The results showed a significant improvement in the manifested
level of absenteeism by the identified Grade 10 students after the implementation of
Project LOVE and the study recommends the dissemination of the results to school
administrators , parents and teachers, and for the purpose of evident implementation
of training programs for school administrators and teachers.

Keywords: absenteeism, identified Grade 10 students, Project LOVE , quantitative

research design, survey instrument.
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Acknowledgment
The researcher was humbly honored to express his deepest gratitude to all
dignified individuals who have contributed the successful completion of this research
project. First and foremost, to the Almighty God for extending His arms of guidance
and unfading love that made this study possible. With this, the researcher would like
to vouch his hundred folds of thanks also to the brain of intelligence ,the Senior
Program Specialist for Planning and Research , Ma’am Daria Gay M. Mariquit , the
Public Schools District Supervisor in the person of Dr. Sarah A. Lumabo for her
exceptional wisdom extended to the research study , the present Public Schools
District Supervisor , Dr. Maria Socorro M. Orion in her immeasurable power of
motivation and support, the District Research Coordinator for Secondary, Dr. Wingie
A. Languido – HT-III, and the District Research Coordinator for Elementary, Sir
Florencio S. Cais Jr.- MT-II , for their valuable suggestions, corrections and
commendable instructions throughout the duration of the study.
The researcher also bowed his utmost respect to the magnanimous school
administrators spearheaded by the School Principal II in the person of Dr. Pedro B.
Languido Jr. , the present Principal IV- Sir Quirino A. Paitan Jr., Mr. Bernabe B.
Baguia- HT-III, Mrs. Melita R. Ybańez – HT-II, for their brilliant leadership extended
particularly instructional and technical supervision, the guidance counselor in the
person of Mrs. Vesa R. Balios – HT- I for the strong management and passion at work,
and the diligent school registrar designate , Mrs. Maritess B. Panuncillon for the
helping hands in assisting the researcher in giving the data of attendance , the
cooperative class advisers of the identified grade 10 students , fellow competent
teachers that visited the students for the fulfillment of the assigned task , and to the
identified grade 10 students and their supportive parents in sharing their open books
of experiences and thoughts and making their doors at home open for the maximum
insights of the study .
The researcher is always grateful also in his family , her wife, Mrs. Rinalyn B.
Tanlangit and his son, John Reynolds B. Tanlangit who are always at his side that
sustained his burning passion on fire in his teaching profession, and all other
concerned persons who participated in this study and shared significant and relevant
ideas into the absenteeism level manifested by the identified Grade 10 students in
their daily studies. He acknowledged also the superb guidance and splendid support
provided by his research advisor and colleagues who assisted him throughout the
research process. Lastly, he expressed his heartfelt and utmost appreciation to the
funding agency for supporting this research and making it possible to gather and
analyze the data needed to address his research questions.

REYNOLD S. TANLANGIT, EdD.

Researcher/T-III
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Context and Rationale

Students learn best when they actively love to participate in the learning
process and when they are engaged with the ability to achieve commendable
performance at school. By virtue of Deped Order Number 034, series of 2022 ,
stipulating the School Calendar and Activities for the School Year 2022-2023 should
consist 203 school days or as may be determined by further issuance/s in case of
changes in the school calendar due to unforeseen circumstances, and with this, the
students regular attendance must be closedly monitored for them to sustain best
learning experiences and commendable academic achievements at school.
With the passion of teaching children, the problems of students learning
habits will be addressed with the consistency of looking forward for the best of their
care. One of these concerns is absenteeism or the irregularity of attending classes at
school.
According to the study entitled’’ The Problem of Student Absenteeism, Its
Impact on Educational Environments, and The Evaluation of Current Policies’’ ,
student absenteeism continues to be one of the most significant impediments
preventing educational institutions from reaching their objectives.(https://files.eric.ed
.gov/fulltext/EJ1355069.pdf). This reality also calls the attention of the researcher to
conduct the study so that the school will continue to serve the learners in its utmost
capacity and provide a learning environment available for all.

DO 11, S. 2018- Daily Attendance of Learners served as a guide in using the

DepEd SF2 for the months of November to January last School Year 2022-2023. With
these months, 32 out of 49 (approximately 65%), fall under the high level of
absenteeism, with an absence range of 11 and above. These number of students are
coming from the identified Grade 10 students of Laureano Salusod National High
School that has the highest number of absences, suggesting a significant level of
absenteeism among the learners. This pressing concern encourages the researcher to
conduct the study to address the cause of the problem and to implement effective
intervention strategies.

Innovation , Intervention, and Strategy

School heads, principals , TIC’s , teachers and other school leaders must
consistently initiate productive rooms for improvements inorder for our identified
Grade 10 students capacitate themselves to address concerns , issues and
challenges they may encounter and by one way or another, they will gradually be
effective and efficient in classroom tasks and activities designed for them to perform in
the world of face to face classes.
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With the power of optimism, the researcher – proponent created an
intervention entitled Project LOVE or short for Listening, Overseeing, Visiting and
Evaluating through;
LISTENING ACTIVITIES
 Quarterly PTA MEETING- Deped Order 13, s. 2023, the Department of
Education has issued the omnibus guidelines on the regulation of operations of
the Parents-Teachers Association (PTA) to update and harmonize its functions
to the DepEd’s mandate. (bit.ly/deped-issues-updated-guidelines-on-parents-
teachers-associations/

OVERSEEING ACTIVITIES
 SF 2- Deped Order 11, s. 2018- Daily Attendance Report of Learners- the
Department of Education has created this enhanced preparation of daily
attendance reporting of learners at school to be prepared by the class adviser.
(bit.ly/guidelines-on-the-preparation-and-checking-of-school-forms/).
 Creation of Group Chats through Messenger and Facebook accounts.
VISITING ACTIVITIES
 Home Visitation- DepEd Order No. 02, s. 2021 amending DepEd Order No.
030, s. 2020 paragraph 3, the marching order to conduct home visitation. This
DepEd Order guides the teachers to innovates learning approaches even this
time is always applicable in maximizing strategies for raising the academic
progress of the students sustained.(https:/
/www.scribd.com/document/497162605/Home-Visitation-Narrative-Report)
EVALUATING ACTIVITIES
 DO 36, S. 2016 -Recognition Activities - – Policy Guidelines on Awards and
Recognition for the K to 12 Basic Education Program. These awards have been
designed to formally recognize the outstanding performance and achievement of
learners in academics, leadership, and social responsibility, among other
aspects of student progress and development. These awards are given to
encourage learners to strive for excellence and to become proactive members of
the school and community.( bit.ly/policy-guidelines-on awards-and-
recognition-for-the-k-to12-basic-education-program-2/)
 DO 35, S. 2016 -Learning Action - The Learning Action Cell as a K to 12 Basic
Education Program School-Based Continuing Professional Development
Strategy for the Improvement of Teaching and Learning. This shall be sustained
by conducting it at least once a month on an in-person learning modality;
however, it may also be done virtually when it is difficult to have in-person
sessions, particularly when involving clustered schools. (bit.ly/deped-conduct-
learning-action-cell-lac-school-year-2022-2023/)
 Here are the steps to do during pre-implementation,
- In listening activities, the teacher will secure the communication letter
addressing to the school head for the approval of the Quarterly PTA Meetings
and remind students to inform their parents to bring the communication letter
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as a receipt of their attendance, and facilitate the agenda to be conducted .

This activity is as an avenue for the Parents to listen attentively their children’s
learning progress , and likewise, teachers will listen also the feedback or
comments of the parents in their children’s performance.
- In overseeing activities , the teacher will create Group Chats through Messenger
of the students and encourage to have their own facebook or messenger
accounts to be included in the GC, and the utilization of SF 2(DO 11, S. 2018)
for the checking of daily attendance regularly to be downloaded from the LIS is
strongly advised.
- In visiting activities, the teacher will secure the home visitation forms, and
students profile forms from the office of Guidance Counselor designate.
Afterwards , the teacher will ask the referral of the guidance counselor
designate for the list of students subject for home visitation and secure letter
request to be approved by the school head to conduct Home Visitation.
- In evaluating activities , there will be a Recognition Activities. The teacher will
then make a proposal to be approved by the school head in regard of
recognizing students attending classes regularly and demonstrating satisfactory
performance at school. This creates an affirmative activities that the school
world is for all, free and enjoyable. LAC Session is also road for improvements.
The teacher will make a LAC permission letter, proposal , action plan, training
matrix to conduct LAC Sesion, and submit to the office of the school head for
the approval.
For the implementation phase,
- In listening activities, to start the Quarterly PTA Meetings, the teacher will
retrieve the communication letters from parents and check the attendance. The
Progress Report Card(SF9) must be distributed and open for the querries
regarding their children’s academic performance. The agreed minutes must be
prepared and the pictures taken must be printed for proper documentation.
- In overseeing activities , the teacher must monitor the created Group Chats
through Messenger and the consistency of the utilization of SF 2(DO 11, S.
2018) for the checking of daily attendance regularly must be sustained , to be
prepared by the class adviser, and to be checked by the LIS Coordinator and
approved by the School Head.
- In visiting activities, the teacher will now prepare the secured home visitation
forms, and students profile forms. Afterwards , the teacher will then conduct
the Home Visitation , and the certificate of appearance will be asked from the
barangay to justify the attendance of conducting the activity, with the actual
printed pictures.
- In evaluating activities , to implement Recognition Activities, the teacher will
then print the approved program and ready for the conduct of the mentioned
activity. There should be a 100% participation of teachers, students , school
personnel and parents when necessary. All the needed resources should be
sourced out from money, school materials and all that will make the recognition
activities more implementable. After preparing the procedures on LAC Session
activities, the LAC Owner will facilitate the activities with the LAC facilitators,
and Technical working Group.
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For the post implementation phase,
- In listening activities, after the conduct of Quarterly PTA Meetings, the teacher
must have a consistent follow-up of the agreed minutes , and submit the
approved minutes to the office of the school principal, and submit Narrative
Reports.
- In overseeing activities , the teacher must closedly monitor the created Group
Chats through Messenger by responding their querries and concerns and even
forwarding of updates must be updated and print the screenshots as evidences.
.After preparing the SF2, the teacher should submit the SF 2 to the Registrar
Designate.
- In visiting activities, after conducting the Home Visitation , the home visitation
forms and student profile forms must be approved by the Guidance Counselor,
and School Head and submit for Accomplishment Report. The printed pictures
of the conducted activity must be keep for proper reporting.
- In evaluating activities , after the conduct of Recognition Activities, the teacher
will then prepare the Activity Completion Report and submit to the office of the
school head. .After conducting the LAC Sessions, the LAC Owner collected the
LAC Outputs, and submitted to the office of the school head the Activity
Completion Report.

Action Research Questions

The researcher’s objective is to determine the extent of impact brought about
by the innovation , Project LOVE on the perceived level of absenteeism manifested by
the identified Grade 10 students of Laureano Salusod National High School during the
Second Quarter of School Year 2022-2023.
1. What is the level of absenteeism manifested by the identified Grade 10 students
with no intervention (Control Group), Project LOVE?
2. What is the level of absenteeism manifested by the identified Grade 10 students
with the intervention(Experimental Group), Project LOVE?
3. Is there a significant difference between the absenteeism manifested by the
identified Grade 10 students with no intervention(Control Group), and with
the implemented intervention(Experimental Group), Project LOVE?

Action Research Methods

A. Research Design
The research design used in this study is a quantitative research design which
comprises two-group research design, specifically the control and experimental group.
This design is justified by the fact that the study aims to determine the extent of
impact brought about by the innovation, Project LOVE, on the manifested level of
absenteeism by the identified Grade 10 students. As such, it is necessary to conduct
observations and other scientific methods or strategies of the study towards no
intervention and with the implemented intervention, to measure the changes in their
perceived level of absenteeism.
B. Participants and other sources of data and information
The study participants were the identified Grade 10 students of Laureano
Salusod National High School which composed of forty-nine students for Control
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Group (No Project Love Intervention) and forty-nine students for Experimental Group
(With Project Love Intervention) .The list of students identified were officially taken
from the office of the Guidance Counselor. These students shall be selected as the
subjects of the study because of their low turnout of regular attendance during the
Second Quarter of School Year 2022-2023.
The distribution of respondents is as follows:
Table 1. Distribution of Respondents
Group Number of Respondents
No Project Love Intervention 49
( Control Group)
With the Project Love Intervention 49
( Experimental Group)
C. Research Instrument
The researcher used DepEd School Form 2 (DO 11 s. 2018- Daily Attendance
Report of Learners) from the months of November to January during the Second
Quarter of School Year 2022-2023 to support the employed absenteeism survey, as a
tabular form survey instrument to assess the level of absenteeism displayed by two
groups of identified Grade 10 students: the control group and the experimental group.
Furtheremore, the researcher used the table presentation inorder to count the number
of frequency inorder to measure the manifested level of absenteeism of identified
Grade 10 students with no Project Love Intervention ( Control Group) and with the
Project Love Intervention ( Experimental Group) .
This survey instrument furthermore, can be used to measure the perceived level
of absenteeism manifested by the identified Grade 10 students because the data
are transparently reflected based on the gathered School Form 2 from the months of
November to January during the Second Quarter and the tables presented are
meticulously discussed and comprehensively justified
D. Data Gathering Procedure

In gathering the data, the researcher retrieved the SF2 for the Months of
November–January 2022-2023 during the Second Quarter from the office of Registrar
Designate and based on these gathered data, the researcher prepared another sets of
SF 2 (DO 11 s. 2018- Daily Attendance Report of Learners )for the Control Group
( NoProject Love Intervention ) and Experimental Group( With Project love Intervention)
to consolidate the attendance of identified Grade 10- students .

E. DATA ANALYSIS
The researchers used various data analysis methods, such as descriptive
statistics and tests of significance. Means from the categorized data in the table below
were utilized to answer questions 1 and 2.
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Qualitative Description for the Absences of Students.
Level of Frequency Absenteeism Qualitative Description
11 and above High
6-10 Moderate
3-5 Low
0-2 Very Low

The researchers utilized the independent sample t-test, along with statistical
tools such as mean, standard deviation, and t-statistics.

Results and Discussions

The researchers employed an absenteeism survey, in a tabular form survey
instrument, to assess the level of absenteeism displayed by two groups of identified
Grade 10 students: the control group and the experimental group.
Research Question 1: What is the level of absenteeism manifested by the identified
Grade 10 students with no intervention (Control Group) of Project LOVE?
Students with No Project Love Intervention
Frequency Level of Absenteeism Qualitative Number of Respondents
Absences Description
11 and above High 32
6-10 Moderate 9
3-5 Low 3
0-2 Very low 5

As shown in Table 1, 32 respondents manifested high level of absenteeism, 9 as

moderate, 3 as low, and 5 as very low or not observed.
Research Question 2: What is the level of absenteeism manifested by the identified
Grade 10 students with intervention (Experimental Group) of Project LOVE?

Frequency Level of Absenteeism Qualitative Number of Respondents

Absences Description
11 and above High 0
6-10 Moderate 31
3-5 Low 9
0-2 Very low 9

As shown in Table 2, 0 respondents manifested high level of absenteeism, 31 as

moderate, 9 as low, and 9 as very low or not observed.
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Research Question 3: Is there a significant difference between the absenteeism
manifested by the identified Grade 10 students with no intervention(Control Group),
and with the implemented intervention(Experimental Group), Project LOVE?
To answer this question, the researcher used the independent sample t-test to assess
the significant relationship of absences of the perceived level of absenteeism
manifested by the identified grade 10 students before and after specifically the context
of the Project LOVE intervention.
Table 3. Results of the Independent Sample T-Test

Sig. (2- Mean

t df tailed) Difference
Absenteeis Equal variances 5.221 96 0.001 3.755
m assumed

As shown in Table 3, the mean difference between the perceived level of absenteeism
manifested by the identified grade 10 students before and after the intervention is
3.755, with a standard deviation of 0.5. The t-value is 5.221, with 96 degrees of
freedom , and a p-value of less than 0.001. This indicates a statistically significant
difference between the two means, suggesting that the intervention, Project LOVE, has
a positive impact on decreasing the perceived level of absenteeism manifested by the
identified grade 10 students.
The following table presents the results of the t-test:
Table 4. Results of Frequency level of absenteeism manifested by the identified grade
10 students before and after the intervention

Absenteeism
Frequency Level of Qualitative
Absences Description Before After Total Average

11 and above High 32 0 32 0.65

6-10 Moderate 9 31 40 0.82

3-5 Low 3 9 12 0.24

0-2 Very low 5 9 14 0.29

As shown in the table 4, the 32 themselves perceived as high level of absenteeism ,

with the average of 0.65, 40 of them perceived the moderate with the average of 0.82
and 12 as low with the average of 0.24 and 14 for very low with the average of 0.29.
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Findings
The findings of this study support the hypothesis that the intervention Project
LOVE has a significant impact on the perceived level of absenteeism manifested by the
identified Grade 10 students. The results suggest that the intervention helped
students to cope with the absenteeism manifested in their studies, leading to a lower
level of perceived absenteeism. These findings are consistent with previous research
that shows that teacher trainings, seminars and support can positively impact
teachers’ efficiency at work and reduce the level of absenteeism manifested by the
students.
Overall, the results of this study suggest that the Project LOVE intervention is
effective in addressing the absenteeism manifested by the identified Grade 10 students
. The findings have important implications for teacher training and support programs,
as well as for educational policies aimed at improving the quality of education, and the
consistency of the best practices of the administrative leadership styles in school.

Conclusion and Recommendations

Conclusion
Based on the findings of the study, it can be concluded that the
implementation of Project LOVE has significantly decreased the level of absenteeism
manifested by the identified Grade 10 students in the school setting.
With no intervention (Control Group), identified Grade 10 students perceived a
high level of absenteeism due to distance from home to school, teachers’ leadership
styles, classroom management, peer behaviors, parental guidance and support, social
media effects, biological status, and even engaging relationships. However, after the
intervention, the perceived level of absenteeism significantly decreased, indicating the
effectiveness of Project LOVE in addressing absenteeism concern.
The study also supports the findings of previous studies that effective
professional development programs can enhance teacher performance and improve
student learning outcomes. In this case, the implementation of Project LOVE has not
only decreased the perceived level of absenteeism but has also positively contributed
progress to the teaching performance of proficient teachers.

Recommendations:
Based on the results of the study, the following recommendations are
suggested:
The school administration should continue to provide opportunities for
professional development programs that are tailored to the specific needs of the
teachers, such as Project LOVE . The program has shown to be effective in addressing
the absenteeism manifested by the identified Grade 10 students and improving their
academic performance.
The school administration should consider consistent implementation and
closed monitoring and evaluation system to assess the effectiveness of professional
development programs. This will allow for continuous improvement and refinement of
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the programs to ensure that they meet the needs of the teachers and have a positive
impact on their teaching performance.
Future studies may consider using a randomized controlled design to assess
the effectiveness of Project LOVE in comparison to other professional development
programs. This will provide more relevant evidence of the effectiveness of the program
and contribute to the broader and deeper body of knowledge on effective professional
development programs.
Overall, the study highlights also the importance of providing effective
professional development programs that are tailored to the specific needs of students
in addressing the absenteeism they behave in the school setting. The findings of this
study contribute to the broader body of knowledge on effective professional
development programs and can inform the development of future programs aimed at
improving teacher performance and student learning outcomes.

Action Plan

Here is an Action Plan:

Action Item Responsible Timeline Resources Needed Expected Outcome

Party
Disseminate Research Within 1 Printing and Increased knowledge and
the research team month of digital optimized awareness of
findings completion dissemination the impact of Project Love
materials on proficient teachers,
school administrators,
students and parents
Incorporate Department Within 6 Curriculum Enhanced teaching
the Project of Education months of development practices and increased
LOVE officials completion materials and student outcomes
approach into training programs
teacher
training
programs
Implement Department Within 12 Funding, training Developed the proper use
Project LOVE of Education months of programs, and of Project LOVE in
in additional officials and completion evaluation schools and improved
schools school metrics students performance
administrator
Conduct Research Within 1 Funding and A wider and better
follow-up team years of research understanding of the
research to completion materials sustained impact of
measure the Project LOVE on
long-term proficient teachers, school
impact of administrators, and
Project LOVE student outcomes

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PLANS FOR DISSEMINATION AND UTILIZATION
School administrators should take note and consider of the findings. It will
be put to good use in the development of instructional methods, the creation of
curriculum, and the coordination of school governance and administration. As a
result, it should only be shared with the following people:
A. Participate research conferences, forums, and policy forums at the division or
district level to share and discuss research findings and recommendations. Our
peers in academics can assist us in getting our students' work peer-reviewed.
B. Publishing research papers and bulletins are a great way to spread the word
about technology integration and training among educators. As a result, it will
benefit children's education and development.
C. Make sure the SIP and AIP have enough money allocated to the project.
D. We can participate in discussions in LAC sessions or In-Service Training. A
different sort of in-service training may allow us to assist other schools in
improving their grading methods by sharing our expertise.

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Financial Report
Shown below are the expenses throughout this action research.
Category A
Expenses for Supplies and Materials
Unit Quantity Description Unit Cost Amount
ream 2 Short Bond paper 170 340
ream 2 A4 Bond paper 225 450
bottle 1 Ink L3110 black 280 280
TOTAL 1070

Category B
Travel expenses for the Submission of Completed Action Research to the Division
Destination Transportation Amount
School to Pagadian Terminal Van 150
Purpose of Pagadian Terminal to Division
Tricycle 50
Travel Office
Division Office to Pagadian
Tricycle 50
Terminal
Pagadian Terminal to School Van 150
TOTAL 400

Category C- Other Expenses

Unit Quantity Description Unit Cost Amount
Bound 1 Binding 350 350
pc 1 Tarpaulin and standee 1,380 1,380
Internet and Communication Load
Person 18 100 1800
Allowance
Total 3530
Category D
Summary of Expenses
 Description Amount
A. Supplies and Material P1, 070.00
B. Travel Expenses P
400.00
C. Other Expenses P3,530.00
Grand Total P 5,000.00

Submitted by: REYNOLD S. TANLANGIT, Ed.D.

Researcher/Teacher III

Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGIONAL OFFICE IX, ZAMBOANGA PENINSULA

Self-Evaluation Tool for Completed Action Research (SET-CAR)

Research Title: ADDRESSING CLASSROOM ABSENTEEISM AMONG

IDENTIFIED GRADE 10 STUDENTS THROUGH PROJECT
LOVE

Research Agenda Category: Check only one main research Check up to one cross-cutting
theme: theme, if applicable:
[ ] Teaching and Learning [ ] DRRM
[ ] Child Protection [ ] Gender and Development
[ ] Human Resource [ ] Inclusive Education
Development
[ /] Governance
Funding Year: 2022-2023
Region/Schools Division IX/ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR
Office:
School and/or Functional
Division Conducted: LAUREANO SALUSOD NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Name/Position/Contact
Details REYNOLD S. TANLANGIT, EdD./ 09690324176 &
[Author 1/Lead Proponent] 09073941575
Name/Position/Contact
Details
[Author 2]
Name/Position/Contact
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[Author 3]
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institution, support staff, and research
participants who have helped complete the
research
Complied Not
Note: At least 1 criterion item must be marked YES to Complied
indicate compliance with this part.
Context and Rationale
 1. Provides a comprehensive discussion of the nature / 4
and relevance of the identified problem or issue
(e.g., cite some legal basis and relevant literature)
2. Addresses existing issues and challenges / 4
3. Emphasizes the need to conduct research by / 4
showing an in-depth and critical analysis of the
situation (e.g., presenting data reports)
4. Discusses the significance and relevance of the / 4
research problem to the needs and welfare of
students and other education stakeholders
5. Presents a well-organized review of literature that / 4
supports the identified problem
6. Shows a rigorous literature review by citing the key / 4
players in the research conversation
7. States clearly the main research aims/objectives / 4
8. Highlights the policy implications relevant for / 4
planning and development
9. Discusses the scope and limitation of the study / 4
thoroughly
Complied Not
Note: At least 8 criterion items must be marked YES to Complied
indicate compliance with this part.

Innovation, Intervention, and Strategy

1. Provides a detailed explanation of the rationale and / 4-7
extent of the innovation, intervention, and strategy to
address the problem or issue
2. Presents personal reflection to make a compelling / 4-7
case for the innovation, intervention, and strategy
3. Discusses the limitation of the innovation, / 4-7
intervention, and strategy
4. States the activities to be undertaken to address the / 4-7
problem or issue plausibly
5. Presents related literature supporting the innovation, / 4-7
intervention, and strategy
6. Discusses the relevance of the innovation, / 4-7
intervention, and strategy in terms of novelty,
authenticity, comparability, and adaptability
Complied Not
Note: At least 5 criterion items must be marked YES to Complied
indicate compliance with this part.

Action Research Questions

1. Restates the title or the study's overall goal / 7
2. Specifies the research environment, research / 7
participants, and timeline in the general statement
3. Relates to the issues and challenges that the study / 7
will address
4. Conveys the desired change or improvement by / 7
 highlighting the innovation, intervention, and
strategy
5. Specifies logically the variables of the quantitative / 7
study or the sub-questions of a qualitative inquiry
Note: All criterion items must be marked YES to Complied Not
indicate compliance with this part. Complied
Action Research Method
1. Discusses thoroughly the appropriateness of the / 7-9
research design to the nature of the problem,
innovation, and its expected output
2. Describes the chosen research design and resulting / 7-9
research processes that are understandable to other
researchers conducting similar work
3. Provides details about the participants and/or other / 7-9
sources of data and information (e.g., number,
characteristics, etc.)
4. Discusses the chosen sample/sampling procedure / 7-9
and provides a clear rationale for the inclusion of
participants and data saturation (for qualitative
study)
5. Describes the validity and reliability of the research / 7-9
instruments (e.g., test, scale, survey questionnaire,
checklist, interview guide, etc.)
6. Attaches the research instruments in the Appendix / 7-9
7. Explains the appropriateness of the selected data / 7-9
gathering methods and their alignment with the
nature and purpose of the research
8. Discusses the data gathering procedure in a logical / 7-9
order
9. Discusses thoroughly the ethical standards of / 7-9
research (informed consent/assent, voluntary
participation, anonymity, confidentiality, protection of
intellectual and cultural property rights, protection
from harm, etc.) followed during data gathering
10. Attaches the informed assent/consent form in the / 7-9
Appendix
11. Discusses the appropriate statistical treatment / 7-9
(descriptive/inferential statistics for quantitative
study) or qualitative data analysis (thematic/content
analysis, process tracing, etc.) that are aligned to the
research question and design
Complied Not
Note: At least 10 criterion items must be marked YES to Complied
indicate compliance with this part.

Results and Discussion

1. Addresses the research questions critically and / 9-11
comprehensively
2. Presents accurate findings in line with the research / 9-11
questions and results of the data analysis (i.e., using
tables or figures)
3. Reports new results and knowledge that are / 9-11
 falsifiable
4. Explains the meaning of the results and why / 9-11
they are essential
5. Links the findings to previous research or provides an / 9-11
explanation of new results
6. Discusses the contribution of the results to the / 9-11
professional development of the researchers,
colleagues, decision-makers, or the welfare of other
education stakeholders
7. Discusses the theoretical implication (potential / 9-11
contribution of the study to the existing knowledge or
theory) and the practical implication (potential
contribution of the study in real-life contexts, future
research, or practice in general) of the findings of the
study
8. Recognizes the scope and limitation of the research / 9-11
findings
9. Presents directions for future research / 9-11
Complied Not
Note: At least 8 criterion items must be marked YES to Complied
indicate compliance with this part.

Conclusion and Recommendation

1. Highlights the summary of the findings based on the / 11-12
research questions
2. Describes the effectiveness and appropriateness of / 11-12
the innovation to the problem under study
3. Summarizes the study’s contribution to knowledge / 11-12
(theoretical implication) and improvement of practice
(practical implication)
4. Shows the reflection and intention of the / 11-12
researcher/s to apply their learnings to improve
existing practices
5. Recommends policy inputs/formulation/ / 11-12
reformulation based on the findings of the study
Complied Not
Note: At least 4 criterion items must be marked YES to Complied
indicate compliance with this part.

Action Plan
1. Presents a clear and feasible comprehensive action / 12
plan
Complied Not
Note: This criterion item must be marked YES to Complied
indicate compliance with this part.

References
1. Acknowledges the sources correctly and completely / 13-14
and presents the in-text citations appropriately
following the 17th edition of the Chicago Manual of
Style (CMOS) as modified by DepEd
 Note: This criterion item must be marked YES to Complied Not
Complied
indicate compliance with this part.

Financial Report
1. Documents and communicates the details and / 14
breakdown of research costs
2. Reflects items and costs that adhere to the funding / 14
needs of the research and BERF guidelines
Complied Not
Note: All criterion items must be marked YES to Complied
indicate compliance with this part.

Source: Ruth L. Fuentes, Pedro Melchor M. Natividad, Ruel A. Saldua and Lee G. Baraquia,
“Self-Evaluation Tool for Completed Action Research (SET-CAR): An Innovation Ensuring
Quality Control,” (2022).
RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS
ANNEX 2

ENDORSEMENT OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

I hereby endorse the attached completed research entitled ‘’ Addressing

Classroom Absenteeism Among Identified Grade 10 Students Through Project
LOVE( Listening, Overseeing, Visiting and Evaluating). I hereby endorse this
completed research compendium of Dimataling District . I certify that this researcher
has satisfactorily presented his research manuscript during the 8 th District Research
Congress.last September 29,2023, at Teachers Center for Excellence , Kagawasan,
Dimataling Zamboanga del Sur , Dimataling, District.

MA. SOCORRO M. ORION,EdD

 Public Schools District Supervisor
DsRCOM Chair,Dimataling District
September 29,2023

ANNEX 1.

COMPLETED RESEARCH APPLICATION FORM

A. RESEARCH INFORMATION

RESEARCH TITLE:

ADDRESSING CLASSROOM ABSENTEEISM AMONG IDENTIFIED GRADE 10 STUDENTS

THROUGH PROJECT LOVE( LISTENING, OVERSEEING, VISITING , AND EVALUATING)
SHORT DESCRIPTION ABOUT RESEARCH
Students learn best when they actively love to participate in the learning process ,
and when they are engaged with the ability to achieve commendable performance at
school. By virtue of Deped Order Number 034, series of 2022 , stipulating the School
Calendar and Activities for the School Year 2022-2023 should consist 203 school days or as
may be determined by further issuance/s in case of changes in the school calendar due to
unforeseen circumstances, and with this, the students regular attendance must be closedly
monitored for them to sustain best learning experiences and commendable academic
achievements at school.
Based on the Monthly Report of Attendance on Deped SF2 (DO 11, S. 2018- Daily
Attendance of Learners) , that for the months of November to January last School Year
2022-2023, the majority of the students, 32 out of 49 (approximately 65%), fall under the
high level of absenteeism, with an absence range of 11 and above. These number of
students are coming from the identified Grade 10 students of Laureano Salusod National
High School that has the highest number of absences, suggesting a significant level of
absenteeism among these learners. This pressing concern encourages the researcher to
conduct the study to address the cause of the problem and to implement effective
intervention strategies.
According to the study entitled’’ The Problem of Student Absenteeism, Its Impact
on Educational Environments, and The Evaluation of Current Policies’’ , student
absenteeism continues to be one of the most significant impediments preventing
educational institutions from reaching their objectives.(https://files.eric.ed
.gov/fulltext/EJ1355069.pdf). This reality also calls the attention of the researcher to
conduct the study so that the school will continue to serve the learners in its utmost
capacity and provide a learning environment available for all. As Dr. Jose Rizal stated that,
‘’ Youth is the hope of the motherland’’ , the hope to continue in generating the values of
 RESEARCH
CATEGORY: RESEARCH AGENDA:
(Check only one) MAIN RESEARCH THEME:

TEACHING AND LEARNING

SCHOOLS DIVISION CHILD PROTECTION

DISTRICT HUMAN RESOURCE DEV’T

/ SCHOOL / GOVERNANCE

(Check only one) DRRM

/ ACTION RESEARCH INCLUSIVE EDUCATION

BASIC RESEARCH OTHERS:__________________

FUND SOURCE (If Applicable)

PTA funds and MOOE

Year the Research was conducted: Second Quarter of School Year 2022-2023

*Indicate if proponent used personal funds.

B. PROPONENT INFORMATION:
LEAD RESEARCHER / INDIVIDUAL
RESEARCHER:

LAST NAME: FIRST NAME: MIDDLE NAME:

TANLANGIT REYNOLD SUMALPONG

BIRTHDATE (MM/DD/YYYY) SEX: POSITION/DESIGNATION:

11/28/1987 MALE TEACHER III

REIGION: DIVISION: SCHOOL:

IX ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR LAUREANO SALUSOD NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

CONTACT
CONTACT NUMBER 1: NUMBER 2: EMAIL ADDRESS/ FB ACCOUNT:

0907394157 reynold.tanlangit@deped.gov.ph/
09690324176
5 Reynold Tanlangit

EDUCATIONAL
ATTAINMENT

( Enumerate from TITLE OF THESIS/RELATED RESEARCH PROJECT

bachelor's degree up to
doctorate degree)

BSED

MAED

DOCTOR OF
EDUCATION MAJOR IN
EDUCATIONAL
MANAGEMENT Ed.D.)

SIGNATURE OF
RESEARCHER

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR’S CONFORME

I hereby endorse the attached completed research. I certify that the

proponent/s has/have the capacity to implement a research study without
compromising his/her office functions.
 MA. SOCORRO M. ORION,EdD
Public Schools District Supervisor
DsRCOM Chair,Dimataling District
September 29,2023

DECLARATION OF ABSENCE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

1. I /We Reynold S. Tanlangit,EdD. , understand that conflict of interest refers to
situations in which financial or other personal considerations may compromise my /
our judgment in evaluating, conducting or reporting research.
2. I / We hereby declares that I do not have any personal conflict of interest that may
arise during the application and submission of my research proposal. I / We
understand that my research may be returned to me / us if found out that there is
conflict of interest during the initial screening and evaluation of the SDRC / RRC /
BCD.
3. Further, in case of any form of conflict of interest (possible or actual) which may
inadvertently emerge, I / We will duly report it to the research committee for
immediate action.
4. I / We understand that I / We may be held accountable by the Department of
Education and the BERF Grant Guidelines for any conflict of interest which I / We
have intentionally concealed and will automatically disqualify my / our research from
the BCD National Curriculum Research Conference
.
 RESEARCHER: Reynold S. Tanlangit,EdD.
SIGNATURE: ________________
DATE: September 29, 2023

DECLARATION OF ANTI- PLAGIARISM

1. I / We, Reynold S. Tanlangit,EdD. , understand that plagiarism is the act of taking

and using another's ideas and works and passing them off as one's own. This includes
explicitly copying the whole work of another person and /or using some parts of their
work without proper acknowledgment and referencing.
2. I / We hereby attest to the originality of this research proposal and has cited
properly all the references used. I further commit that all deliverables and the final
research study emanating from this proposal shall be of original content, I shall use
appropriate citations in referencing other works from various sources.
3. I / We understand that I am / we are solely legally and administratively liable for
any violation of this declaration and commitment.
4. I / We understand that violation from this declaration and commitment shall be
subject to disqualification from the BCD National Curriculum Research Conference.
 RESEARCHER: Reynold S. Tanlangit,EdD.
SIGNATURE: ________________
DATE: September 29, 2023

Reynold S. Tanlangit,EdD.
Teacher III, Laureano Salusod NHS
This Schools Division

Sir/Maam:
Greetings!
This refers to the Completed Action Research you submitted to the Office of Planning
and Research, Division of Zamboanga del Sur for possible funding under the Basic
Education Research Fund BERF or Local SEF.
The Research Committee has carefully evaluated the final Completed Action Research
entitled “Addressing Classroom Absenteeism Among Identified Grade 10 Students
Through Project Love”, based on the criteria prescribed in the Research Management
Guidelines and we are pleased to inform you the said Completed Action Research was
approved and implemented.
In this regard, we may start implementing your approved research study. Further, all
research studies conducted at school and district levels cover a period of six months.
Hence, it is expected that your study ends in 2023. A Face to Face regarding the
implementation of your Completed research is scheduled soon. Moreover, this
orientation is a venue to finalize the schedule of signing the Memorandum of
Agreement (MOA) at a later date, which contains your engagement.
For clarifications and any concerns, kindly contact Daria Gay M. Marikit, SEPS, the
Office of Planning and Research at the telephone number (062) 214-3386.
We look forward to the successful implementation of your research. Thank you very
much.
Very truly yours,
JERRY M.BOKINGKITO, EdD
Assistant Schools Division Superintendent
Chair, Schools Division Research Committee

Dao Complex , Pagadian City

MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT

This Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) is entered into in the School Division Office,
Dao, Pagadian City, Philippines by and between:
REYNOLD S. TANLANGIT, EdD., TEACHER III of LAUREANO SALUSOD
NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL , DIMATALING DISTRICT from
DIMATALING, ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR, hereinafter referred to as
GRANTEE
and
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, DIVISION OF ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR
with office address at Dao Complex, Dao, Pagadian City, represented
by the chairman of the Research Committee, JERRY M. BOKINGKITO,
ASSISTANT SCHOOLS DIVISION SUPERINTENDENT, hereinafter
referred to as DEPED, Division of Zamboanga del Sur

WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, DEPED aims to promote an environment conducive to ideal of evidence-
based decision- making through the conduct of various research initiatives across all
governance level;
WHEREAS, DEPED has instituted the Basic Education Research Fund (BERF) as a
funding facility for potential research studies to be conducted by eligible DepEd
personnel;
WHEREAS, DEPED has evaluated and approved all submitted research proposals to
ensure the quality and relevance of potential research studies and has informed the
research proponents of the results of the evaluation;
WHEREAS, the research proponent, now known as the "GRANTEE", has been oriented
on the systems and processes of the BERF facility.
NOW, THEREFORE, DEPED AND the GRANTEE (collectively known as the Parties)
agree as follows:

ARTICLE 1
SCOPE AND DURATION OF THE AGREEMENT

Section 1.1 All the activities in the approved research proposal to be conducted will be
school in scope. The work plan of the approved research proposal is attached as
Annex 1 of this agreement.
Section 1.2 The implementation of the research study will last based on the approved
timeline as approved.
Section 1.3 Any deviation from the original and approved research proposal will be
immediately communicated to the Schools Division Research Committee (SDRC) by
the GRANTEE. All major changes warrant the approval of the Research Committee.
The approved research topic cannot be changed by the GRANTEE at any point during
the study.
Section 1.4 In the event that the GRANTEE sees the need for extension, a letter of
request for the extension with justification will be submitted to the Schools Division
Research Committee. Valid reasons for extension which will be decided by the SDRC
include illness of the grantee, calamities, disasters, and other extenuating
circumstances. The request of extension will be approved provided there will be no
additional cost to DEPED. The GRANTEE will be allowed 1 month extension.
Section 1.5 In cases where unforeseen circumstances force the cessation of the
implementation of the research, the GRANTEE shall write a letter to the Research
Committee with justification and documentary support.
 ARTICLE II
OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES
Section 2.1 The total cost of the approved research proposal is ₽5,000.00. DEPED will
release payment to the GRANTEE in two tranches provided that the GRANTEE will
submit all the expected outputs. The table of deliverables per tranches is outline in
Annex __ of this MOA.
Section 2.2 The Grantee will be responsible for the following:
a) conduct the research as approved in his/her research proposal;
b) submit all the required outputs to DEPED as per approved timeline;
c) ensure that the conduct of research will follow the highest standards of
ethics to protect our learners and the community;
d) disclose any conflict of interest( possible or actual) that may arise during the
conduct of the research;
e) ensure that all funds provided will be spent as per approved cost estimates;
f) disseminate completed research on appropriate venues.
Section 2.3 DEPED will be responsible for the following:
a) ensure the timely release of the research funds for the GRANTEE;
b) evaluate thoroughly the submitted deliverables of the GRANTEE;
c) provide technical assistance to the GRANTEE as per monitoring and
evaluation results and as requested by the GRANTEE;
d) monitor the progress of the research proposal;
e) conduct due diligence in evaluating and approving deliverables; and
f) assist in approving venues for dissemination of the completed research

ARTICLE III
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
Section 3.1 Authorship and Ownership. The GRANTEE will be the sole author of the
research. The research funded by the BERF will be co- owned by the authors and
DEPED. Written permission from the SDRC is required when the research will be
presented in research conferences, forums, and other related events, or be published
in research journals and bulletins. Also, in these presentations or publications, the
GRANTEE must duly acknowledge the funding source/s for the study.
Section 3.2 Plagiarism, Fraud, and Conflict of Interest. The GRANTEE will ensure that
the research proposal and final report submitted are original works. Appropriate
referencing and citation must be included in the submitted deliverables. Further, the
GRANTEE will ensure that there will be no conflict of interest during the conduct of
research. The GRANTEE has submitted declarations of anti-plagiarism and absence of
conflict of interest.
Any act of fraud and plagiarism will be dealt with accordingly. Further, if the
GRANTEE committed plagiarism or any form of fraud, s/he will be blacklisted from
availing any other research grant mechanism in the Department.
Section 3.3 Failure to Complete Research Proposal. In the event that the GRANTEE
failed to complete and submit the deliverables, the research proponent will be required
to return the total amount of research fund s/he has received during the course of the
implementation.
Section 3.4 Effectivity and Termination of MOA. The MOA will take effect on the date
of signature of both the GRANTEE and DEPED and will end upon the submission of
all deliverables and release of the funds. This MOA shall also be terminated under
sections 1.5, 3.2, 3.3 or any circumstances that will lead to the non- completion of the
research.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signatures on
________________________ at DepEd, Zamboanga del Sur Division Office, Dao Complex,
Dao, Pagadian City.

GRANTEE DEPED

REYNOLD S. TANLANGIT, EdD. JERRY M, BOKINGKITO, EdD

Teacher-III OIC-Assistant Schools Division Superintendent

WITNESSED BY:

DARIA GAY M, MARIKIT DR, JEANELYN A. ALEMAN,CESO VI

School Education Program Supervisor Schools Division Superintendent
Division Research Coordinator
 Republic of the Philippines
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Region IX, Zamboanga Peninsula
DIVISION OF ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR
DIMATALING DISTRICT
LAUREANO SALUSOD NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

DR. JEANELYN A. ALEMAN, CESO VI

Schools Division Superintendent
Division of Zamboanga Del Sur
Thru:
MA. SOCORRO M. ORION, EdD.
Public Schools District Supervisor
Madam:
The Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001 (RA 9155) specifically Chapter 1,
Section 7(5) mandates the Department of Education to enact policies and
mechanisms to undertake the ‘’ culture of educational research and studies ‘’ that will
serve as one of the bases for necessary reforms and policy development.
Anent to this, I have the honor to submit a completed research entitled ‘’
ADDRESSING CLASSROOM ABSENTEEISM AMONG IDENTIFIED GRADE 10
STUDENTS THROUGH PROJECT LOVE (LISTENING, OVERSEEING, VISITING AND
EVALUATING)’’ for the school year 2022-2023.
The research objectives of this study are to:
1. What is the level of absenteeism manifested by the identified Grade 10 students
with no intervention (Control Group), Project LOVE?
2. What is the level of absenteeism manifested by the identified Grade 10 students
with the intervention(Experimental Group), Project LOVE?
3. Is there a significant difference between the absenteeism manifested by the
identified Grade 10 students with no intervention(Control Group), and with
the implemented intervention(Experimental Group), Project LOVE?
Attached is a copy of the completed research for your perusal.
 Yours truly, REYNOLD S. TANLANGIT, EdD.
Research Proponent
Noted:
QUIRINO A. PAITAN, JR. DARIA GAY M. MARIQUIT
LSNHS Principal IV EPS, Planning and Research
Division Research Coordinator
Recommending Approval:
Approved:
MA. SOCORRO M. ORION, EdD.
PSDS, Dimataling
DR. JEANELYN A. ALEMAN, CESO VI
Schools Division Superintendent