Micaella V.

Zamora NSTP 2 - LTS

BS Accounting Information System – 1A

UNIT I
Reflective Learning Log
Community immersion is a crucial strategy for developing projects that serve people and
communities. Because of it allows developers to gain firsthand knowledge of the community's needs,
challenges, and resources, ensuring tailored projects to address specific local issues. It fosters trust and
relationships between developers and the community, leading to better collaboration, acceptance, and
sustainability of the projects. It also ensures cultural sensitivity by helping developers understand the
community's context, traditions, and values. Immersion also enables effective implementation by
providing insights into the community's dynamics, enabling more efficient implementation. Projects
developed through community immersion are more likely to be sustainable, as they are rooted in the
community's reality and involve community members in the development process. Additionally, it
facilitates ongoing impact assessment, allowing for adjustments and improvements based on real-time
feedback from the community. Overall, community immersion is essential for developing responsive,
sustainable, and impactful projects that serve people and communities effectively.

UNIT II
Assessment Task
VALUES EXPLANATION
Schedule regular reviews of the behavioral
expectations to ensure that they remain relevant
Regular Review
and effective throughout the community
immersion.
Each member commits to upholding the agreed-
upon behavioral expectations and actively
Individual Commitment
contributing to a positive and respectful
community environment.
Collaboratively draft a behavioral contract or
Collaborative Agreement agreement that reflects the shared values and
expectations of the entire group.
Identify the core values that the group wants to
Identifying Core Values uphold during the immersion, such as respect,
empathy, cultural sensitivity, and open-
mindedness
Facilitate a group discussion where trainees and
Group Discussion trainers openly communicate their expectations
for behavior during the community immersion.

Reflective Learning Log

1. Yes because I can demonstrates respect towards the locals' feelings by considering their
perspectives and concerns, actively listening to their feedback, and involving them in decision-
making processes, thereby demonstrating their willingness to listen and consider their opinions.
2. If I been given another chance to approach the localities regarding their outdated belief in
healing, I introduce to then in modern perspective on healing to localities with outdated beliefs, it
is crucial to approach the situation with sensitivity and respect for their traditions. Ethical
approaches include cultural understanding, offering educational workshops or seminars to share
scientific knowledge about modern healing practices, collaborating with local healers and
community leaders to develop mutual understanding, respecting individual autonomy in
choosing their healing methods, and establishing long-term relationships with the community to
build trust and credibility. This involves ongoing dialogue and support for traditional healing
practices while gradually introducing modern perspectives. By doing so, we can create a more
ethical and respectful approach to healing.
UNIT III
Assessment Task
1. The task of identifying the community where the trainees will be immersed.
a. pre-immersion phase c. area selection
b. immersion d. none of the above
2. The kind of entering the community that requires almost a complete parade of banner and
general assembly of people.
a. ostentatious entry c. academic style of entry
b. banking on people’s weakness d. people-centered entry
3. It is a continuous process wherein trainees come into direct contact and become involved with
community people
a. community immersion c. community needs assessment
b. community integration d. all of the above
4. It is the process wherein problems, issues and concerns of the community are identified through
the use of assessment tools.
a. community needs assessment c. community documentation
b. community monitoring d. none of the above
5. The importance of community needs assessment.
a. gather information about citizen’s attitudes and options in order of importance
b. determine how citizens rank issues, problems, goals and priorities
c. evaluate current programs/projects
d. all of the above
6. The areas of focus in identifying needs of the community in general.
a. geographic c. spiritual
b. social, economic and life skills d. all of the above
7. The people who may be able to give very credible and relevant information about the community
a. key informants c. public records
b. community forum d. survey
8. A community needs assessment instrument that involves questionnaires being floated to
respondents or asking individuals about the community.
a. survey c. forum
b. public records d. assembly
9. The method of processing problem in order not to be left behind on its own
a. community immersion c. community needs assessment
b. community integration d. community empowerment
10. Documented information that, if updated and validated, can provide data for social and
demographic information about a community.
a. survey sheet c. public records
b. guide questions d. books
Modified True or False.
contract 1. Integration is a continuous wherein the trainees come into direct contract and become
involved with the community people.
T 2. Under the phase II of the process of community immersion which is entering the
community, the trainees must set up criteria in selection of an area for immersion.
T 3. One of the information to be included in assessing community needs is the
Demographic Data which includes data on age characteristics, size, race and transience of population.
Focused Group Discussion (FGD) with Key informants 4. Community forum/Assembly is a method in
collecting data where people who hold socially responsible position are your source of information.
T 5. Identification of the community where the students will be immersed at, happens in
Phase I which is the Pre-Immersion.

Reflective Learning Log

It seems that the most important part of the community immersion process that was missed in
this scenario is cultural sensitivity and understanding. When organizing a feeding program or any
community activity, it's crucial to consider the cultural and religious practices of the local community. In
this case, understanding that the majority of the locals are Muslim should have prompted the organizers
to serve food that aligns with Islamic dietary laws, which typically involve halal food (permissible
according to Islamic law) and abstaining from pork products. By overlooking this cultural aspect, the
organizers inadvertently excluded a significant portion of the community from participating in the
feeding program. This highlights the importance of cultural awareness and sensitivity in community
immersion activities to ensure inclusivity and respect for the local population's beliefs and practices.

UNIT IV
Reflective Learning Log
As a student trainee of NSTP the strategies/methodologies that I will employ to be successfully
implement an immersion program, it is essential to define clear objectives, involve all stakeholders,
provide training and support, develop a robust assessment and evaluation framework, allocate sufficient
resources, create a comprehensive communication plan, remain flexible and adaptable to any challenges,
and foster a culture of continuous improvement. These strategies ensure the program's success and
maximize its impact on the learning experience. A robust framework for continuous monitoring and
adjustments is necessary, and a comprehensive communication plan is essential to keep stakeholders
informed. Lastly, fostering a culture of continuous improvement through soliciting feedback from
stakeholders can further refine and enhance the program.

UNIT V
Reflective Learning Log
To ensure a through, ethical, and respectful documentation process, follow these steps: obtain
consent from the community and individuals involved, maintain detailed records of activities,
photographs, interview transcriptions, data security, and ethical considerations. Respect privacy and
cultural sensitivities, and avoid sharing sensitive information without consent. Use password-protected
devices and secure storage for physical documents. Reflect on the documentation's relevance to the
immersion experience and its potential impact on the community. This ensures a thorough, ethical, and
respectful documentation process.