CHAPTER III

Research Methodology

Research Method This research utilized the comparative method of study as a type of descriptive research design. Descriptive studies analyze a broad range of phenomena which results in a comprehensive presentation and interpretation of statistical tabulations of data gathered through survey. It described and elaborated the nature and causes of an existing phenomenon at the time of the study. It also concerned with the meaning and the significance of existing conditions and making adequate and accurate interpretations of the data. In this study, the researcher compared the effectiveness of traditional and technological study technique of the nursing student in all level and its implication on the improvement of their academic performance.

Sampling Procedure Simple Random Sampling was used to give every nursing students an equal chance of being picked as sample. The respondents were chosen through draw lots.

Research Instrument A self-constructed questionnaire-survey form type was utilized as the primary instrument for the study to collect data to compare the effectiveness of traditional and technological study technique on the academic performance of selected nursing students. The survey form consisted of three parts that was be answered by they selected nursing students in all level. The first part is for the demographic data that includes age, gender, civil status, income of the family, and preferred study technique ad also include gadgets used in studying.

The second part of the survey includes criteria of traditional study technique and technological study technique that was rated by the respondents according to their perception of its effectiveness. Each study technique has five (5) criteria that were rated by the respondents. The third part of the survey includes the equivalent of the grades in their respective subjects.

Validation Of Instruments The instrument was drafted by the researcher and was consulted to the five (5) experts for revisions and final drafting.

Research Procedure The researcher used questionnaire- survey form to determine the demographic profile of the respondents and their grades on their respective subjects. Upon approval of the communication letter that allowed the researcher to conduct the study to the selected nursing students of Nazarenus College and Hospital Foundation Inc. and permitted an inquiry to the grades of their subjects. The purpose of the survey was explained to the respondents before they signed the consent form. Then the respondents checked the appropriate information that pertains to their demographic profile and rated the criteria given as their perception of the specified study technique. To maintain objectivity as the respondents answer the checklist regarding their grades on their subjects, the respondents handle the copy of the grades of the specific respondent answering at the moment. So as to maintain confidentiality of the grades. After completion. Data from the questionnaire-survey form were tabulated computed and presented with the corresponding interpretations of the data. Results served as the basis in comparing the effectiveness of traditional and technological study technique of the selected nursing students of Nazarenus College and Hospital Inc. A.Y. 2010-2011.

Respondents of the Study The targeted participants for this study are the nursing college students of different level of Nazarenus College and Hospital Foundation Inc. with the maximum number of twenty (20) students A.Y. 2010-2011. The subjects were chosen based on the criteria below: All levels of nursing students of Nazarenus College and Hospital Foundation Inc...

Research Locale Nazarenus College and Hospital Foundation Inc. August 15, 1979 was the beginning of an institution that would respond to the necessities and come to the aid of countless citizens in the years to come. The Nazarenus clinic and Hospital was the first opened at Parion St. Saluysoy Bulacan. 20 years later, it was transferred to Saluysoy McArthur Highway, also in Meycauayan City. In 1989, the Doctors Juan and Viginia Tordesillas decided to have a college in their institution. The midwifery, nursing, radiologic technology and health education were the courses offered. In 1991, the institution started to have a college and elementary department for the purposed of giving quality and cost-effective education. In 1996, the three storey building was named NCFH become a secondary Hospital and was also awarded by DOH, for its cleanliness was recognized as a mother baby friendly hospital. In 2001, the college department opened a course in Education and BSE. In 2005 they offered caregiver course. In 2007, it became a tertiary hospital and was named as NCHFI, which offers services such as OR facilities, ICU, OB-gynecology, X-ray, ECG, ultrasound, hemodialysis, 2D echo, and E-laparotomy opretion with 101 bed capacity. (NCHFI LIBRARY)

A Comparative Study on the Effectiveness of Traditional and Technological Study Technique of College Students of Nazarenus College and Hospital Foundation Inc. A.Y.2010-2011

Question-Survey Form for the Nursing Students of Nazarenus College and Hospital Foundation Inc. A.Y. 2010-2011 DIRECTION: Put check () on the space provided below your corresponding answer. One checked per category or choices. Part I: PERSONAL INFORMATION A. Name (optional) : ______________________________ B. Age: ____20 to 21 years old and above ____18 to 19 years old ____16 to 17 years old others (specify): ____ C. Civil Status: ___Single D. Gender __Male

___Married

___Female

E. Gadgets used in Studying ___Laptop ___PC/Desktop ___Tablet ___Cell phone with WIFI F. Income of the Family ___21,000-25,000/month ___16,000-20,000/month ___11, 000-15,000/month

others (specify):____

___6,000-10,000/month ___1,000-5,000/month

others (specify):________

G. Preferred Study Technique ___Traditional Study Technique (e.g. Books, journal, etc.) ___Technological Study Technique (e.g. Laptop, tablet, etc.) Part II: Please rate the following criteria by putting a check mark () on the column of the score of your choice. Numeric Scale: 5- Always 4- Often 3- Sometimes 2- Seldom 5 1-Never 4 3 2 1

Traditional Study Technique 1. I feel confident to use various books when studying. 2. I go to the library when studying. 3. I read journal, magazine, newspaper, etc. 4. I easily understand the content of the book, 5. I can learn things I have not studied when using books

Technological Study Technique 1. I bring gadgets like laptop, cell phone, etc. for my study. 2. I easily understand the content of internet research. 3. I get information easily. 4. I used laptop, computers, etc. regularly. 5. I can learn things I have not studied when using internet or technology.

Part III: Please put a check () to the grades bracket that corresponds to the result of your academic grades. Numeric Scale: 5- Very Effective 4- Effective 3-Moderately Effective 2-Slightly Effective 1-Not Effective 1ST Year General Chemistry __1.0-1.25 (5) __1.5-1.75 (4) __2.0-2.25 (3) __2.5-2.75 (2) __3.0-5.0 (1) NCM 100 __1.0-1.25 (5) __1.5-1.75 (4) __2.0-2.25 (3) __2.5-2.75 (2) __3.0-5.0 (1) 2ND Year NCM 101 __1.0-1.25 (5) __1.5-1.75 (4) __2.0-2.25 (3) __2.5-2.75 (2) __3.0-5.0 (1) NCM 102 __1.0-1.25 (5) __1.5-1.75 (4) __2.0-2.25 (3) __2.5-2.75 (2) __3.0-5.0 (1)

3RD Year NCM 103 __1.0-1.25 (5) __1.5-1.75 (4) __2.0-2.25 (3) __2.5-2.75 (2) __3.0-5.0 (1) NCM 104 __1.0-1.25 (5) __1.5-1.75 (4) __2.0-2.25 (3) __2.5-2.75 (2) __3.0-5.0 (1)

4TH Year NCM 105 __1.0-1.25 (5) __1.5-1.75 (4) __2.0-2.25 (3) __2.5-2.75 (2) __3.0-5.0 (1) NCM 106 __1.0-1.25 (5) __1.5-1.75 (4) __2.0-2.25 (3) __2.5-2.75 (2) __3.0-5.0 (1)

Nazarenus College and Hospital Foundation Inc,.

To: Mary Ann D. Valenzuela R.N., MAN Dean, College of Nursing

Good Day! I am Lemuel Siapo, a BSN III student of Nazarenus College and Hospital Foundation Inc, Is working a thesis entitled A Comparative Study on the Effectiveness of Traditional and Technological Study Technique among College Students of NCHFI A.Y. 2010-2011 among selected nursing students in all level. Survey- Questionnaire will be distributed. The data to be gathered will served as pertinent information for the basic of the said study. The purpose of this study is to know the prefer study technique of the students and how they learn allot. I assure you of the confidentiality of these data. May I therefore ask your permission to conduct survey among the selected nursing student from all level. Hope for your favorable appreciation. Thank You.

Respectfully Yours: Lemuel C. Siapo BSN III

CRITERIA FOR BIPOLAR DISORDERS

I. Manic Episode: A distinct period of abnormal and persistent elevated, expansive of irritable mood that lasts at least 1 week. At least 3 of the following symptoms must be present: a. Inflated self-esteem b. Decreased need for sleep c. Very talkative d. Flight of Ideas e. Distractibility f. Increased in goal directed activity g. Excessive involvement in pleasurable activities II. Hypo manic Episode: The symptoms must last at least 4 days. The person must manifest a change in functioning that is observable by others. Not severe enough to result in significant impairment to require hospitalization. III. Bipolar Disorders: Bipolar I patient must have a history of manic episodes Bipolar II patient has experienced major depression and a hypomanic episode. IV. Cyclothymic Disorder: For a period of 2 years, the patient has numerous periods of hypomanic symptoms and numerous periods of depressed moods. The patient is never symptom free for more than 2 months Patient has never experienced major depression.

Daily Plan of Activities

March 26, 2012 Monday OBJECTIVE To be able to gain knowledge in performing different task like our activity for this day, the human-puppet keychain making. ACTIVITIES We want all the patients participate in human-puppet keychain making through the use of popsicle sticks and yarn which cover the whole popsicle stick to form humanpuppet then after that place a hook. Day 10

RESOURCES Popsicle sticks Yarn Hook Beads Glue

EVALUATION Were we able to gain the patients knowledge in performing different task? Yes No___

Why? Because they are all participate in our activity for them.