Moral, Reynaldo V.
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Belongingness matters: A qualitative exploration of peer acceptance and rejection among high school students Montecillo, Mary Joy; Pejoto, Jeanette L.; Moral, Reynaldo V.
Eureka: Journal of Educational Research Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): Enhancing Educational Effectiveness through Management and Inclusive Practices
Publisher : S&Co Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56773/ejer.v3i1.51

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Peer acceptance and rejection among high school students profoundly influence their emotional and social development, underscoring the necessity for comprehensive research in this domain. This qualitative study explores the experiences and perspectives of 20 high school students on peer acceptance and rejection. Utilizing a phenomenological design, the research was conducted in a private school in Cebu through in-depth interviews. The thematic analysis revealed that students highly value positive and supportive peer relationships, which enhance their sense of belonging and self-worth. Conversely, experiences of peer rejection and negative interactions were linked to feelings of loneliness, low self-esteem, and anxiety about losing social acceptance. Participants often went to great lengths to avoid rejection and maintain their social status, significantly impacting their mental health. Coping strategies reported included distraction, self-soothing, self-care, and engaging in creative activities. The findings suggest that educators and policymakers should prioritize fostering healthy peer relationships by promoting tolerance and empathy. Creating a safe and supportive environment that encourages self-expression and open communication is crucial. These measures can help schools develop a more inclusive and supportive environment, contributing to the social, emotional, and academic well-being of students.
A Teachers’ Journey: Phenomenological Analysis in Teaching Research Moral, Reynaldo V.
International Journal on Integrated Education Vol. 5 No. 3 (2022): IJIE
Publisher : Researchparks Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31149/ijie.v5i3.2801

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This study portrays the lived experiences of some research teachers from different public and private schools in Cebu City who taught specific research subjects in the senior high schools for the first semester of 2018-2019. The main goal of this study is to explore the educational practices of the nine teacher respondents based on their trials, adjustments, managing mechanisms, who showed willingness to participate. The descriptive phenomenological design was used by the researcher from Husserlian philosophy using Colaizzi Data Analysis. Semi-structured interviews were collated and coded after bracketing. Furthermore, the field notes were used for the informants upon asking their consent as a form ethical consideration. The highlights of the experiences of these research teachers are condensed in the following themes: “Different Strokes for Different Strokes”; “Invest and Harvest”; “Art of Communication”; “Between Hard and Soft”; Time will Reveal”; and “Technology Conquers Limitations.” Results also showed that the research teachers still consider the whole experience worthwhile and beneficial despite “scanty of instructional materials and relevant trainings” which has long been a predicament in enriching the curriculum.