https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14353/1054 2026-08-25T02:50:22Z https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14353/368 Is videoconference “Zoom” fatigue real among nursing students? Oducado, Ryan Michael F.; Fajardo, Maria Teresa R.; Parreño-Lachica, Geneveve M.; Maniago, Jestoni D.; Villanueva, Paulo Martin B.; Dequilla, Ma. Asuncion Christine V.; Montaño, Hilda C.; Robite, Emily E. LETTER TO THE EDITOR EXTRACT ...We conducted an online cross-sectional survey to determine videoconference or Zoom fatigue among nursing students. We gathered data from 597 nursing students from a private university in the Philippines using the Zoom Exhaustion and Fatigue (ZEF) scale of Fauville et al. (2021a). We performed descriptive, comparative, and correlational data analyses. We demonstrated in this study that videoconference, or Zoom, fatigue is real and may have unpleasant consequences on nursing students. In our study, 46.9% and 19.8% experienced high and very high levels of videoconference fatigue, respectively, with a composite mean score of 3.82 ± .70 in the ZEF scale. We also found that a negative attitude toward videoconferencing and higher intensity of use of videoconferences (longer and more frequent meetings) significantly result in higher experience of fatigue during virtual conferences. Additionally, those with an unstable internet connection, younger age, females, lower-income status, and having poor academic performance are more affected by videoconference fatigue (see Table 1). Our study generally supports earlier evidence on videoconference fatigue (Fauville et al., 2021a,b; Queiroz et al., 2021). Nursing schools should consider the undesirable impact of videoconferences on students and ascertain protective factors against videoconference fatigue. Letter to the Editor https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14353/1070 Betting against the future: Online gambling exposure, behavior, and risks among Filipino youths Superio, Daryl L.; Aranas, Joesyl Marie D. Extract- Online gambling in the Philippines has become a complex digital and social issue that threatens the well-being of the youth as if left unregulated, this may lead to long-term psychosocial, academic, and economic harm. Thus, it is imperative for the policymakers, education regulatory agencies (i.e. Department of Education (DepEd) and Commission on Higher Education (CHED), educators, platform providers, families and communities to act collectively in safeguarding the future of young Filipinos from the hidden dangers of gambling. 2025-12-08T00:00:00Z https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14353/1073 Coping behaviors of first-generation college students across family structures Tangco-Siason, Amabel Introduction: This study investigated the coping behaviors of 2,236 first-generation college students in the province of Iloilo, Philippines, focusing on how these learners manage academic, emotional, and socio-economic stressors through various strategies. Methods: An embedded mixed-methods design was employed to gather both quantitative and qualitative data. The quantitative phase involved the administration of a coping behavior scale to 2,236 participants to determine patterns and variations in coping levels. The qualitative phase complemented this with in-depth interviews among nine purposively selected first-generation students, providing a richer understanding of their personal experiences and adaptive strategies. This combination allowed for the convergence of statistical findings with narrative insights. Results: The quantitative results revealed a generally high level of coping among the respondents, with cognitive reappraisal (M = 3.01, SD = 0.61), spiritual support, and relaxation emerging as the most frequently utilized strategies. In contrast, social support and self-expression were only moderately practiced, indicating a tendency toward internalized coping mechanisms. High coping levels were consistent across sex, birth order, and income levels, though students from intact families reported greater use of social support, highlighting the influence of family structure. While there was no significant difference in the overall coping behaviors of the students, a significant relationship was observed among those from families experiencing disruption in relation to their birth order (ρ = −0.04, p = 0.19). Discussion: The qualitative findings produced six major themes that deepened the quantitative results: (1) Weight of Familial Expectations and Financial Strain, (2) Coping Through Spiritual Anchoring, (3) Cognitive and Emotional Self-Regulation, (4) Selective Use of Social Support, (5) Birth Order and Coping Responsibility, and (6) Navigating Academic Overload and Emotional Fatigue. These themes illustrated the students’ adaptive behaviors rooted in cultural values, personal determination, and spiritual beliefs. Moreover, the findings revealed a multidimensional stress landscape among first-generation college students, underscoring their psychological resilience and strong reliance on spirituality, inner strength, and culturally embedded values. The integration of quantitative and qualitative data suggests that while these students experience multiple stressors, they exhibit adaptive and resourceful coping patterns. The study concludes by emphasizing the need for inclusive and context-sensitive psychosocial programs in higher education institutions that recognize and strengthen the coping resources of first-generation learners. © © 2025 Tangco-Siason. 2025-10-21T00:00:00Z https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14353/1010 Route towards certification: A path analysis on licensure performance of new teacher education curriculum graduates Senosa, Tedric Dave E.; Sagge, Roberto G. Jr. The board licensure examination for professional teachers (BLEPT) is a critical assessment for aspiring educators in the Philippines. Despite its vital importance, limited research has explored the comprehensive influence of the education graduates’ demographic background, psychological state, and achievement in the institutional parameters on the BLEPT performance. This study examined these influences on the licensure performance among 101 bachelor of secondary education (BSEd) mathematics and science graduates under the new teacher education curriculum. The researchers collected data using validated researcher-made questionnaires and educational metrics. Using structural equation modeling (SEM), results showed that the path model highlights the multifaceted nature of BLEPT performance, which shows that an intrinsic commitment towards the teaching profession and a supportive network create a cycle of positive experiences that fuels the graduates’ academic performance and self-efficacy, leading to a notable licensure performance. Likewise, the model emphasizes the vital effect of graduates’ education-related employment on their licensure examination performance. Taking these factors into account, teacher education institutions (TEIs) and key educational stakeholder should create targeted interventions, investigate unforeseen factors, and restructure curricula implementation to address the shortage of competent Filipino educators in these critical educational disciplines which are mathematics and science education. 2025-10-01T00:00:00Z