Experiences of Criminology Students at Southern Leyte State University in the Implementation of Flexible Learning Modalities System

ABSTRACT

This study explored the experiences of criminology students in Southern Leyte State University-Main Campus and answered the following sub problems: the positive and negative experiences of the informants; how do the informants cope with the challenges in the implementation of Flexible Learning Modalities System and their needs as they continue this new modality.

This study utilized qualitative research in phenomenological approach which focused on the commonality of experiences within a particular group. The jurisdiction of this study is the College of Criminal Justice, Southern Leyte State University- Main Campus, Sogod, Southern Leyte. Random sampling method is used in selecting the participants of the study. An interview guide with open ended questions were utilized. The data gathered were analyzed were analyzed through the use of thematic analysis where the answers of the participants were clustered into common themes.

For the positive experiences of the informants, two themes were made: Striving alone of the young minds and The gift of time. For negative experiences of the informants, themes created were: Struggles of a young mind and Shout of a young minds. For coping with the challenges experience by the informants, four themes were created: Family ties matter and Two heads are better than one. Further, for the needs of the informants, three themes were created: Craving young minds for cyber space and Young minds with an empty pocket.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

Title Page I

Approval Sheet 1

Acknowledgement 2

Abstract 3

Table of Contents 5

Chapter

1 THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE 8

INTRODUCTION 8

Rationale 8

Theoretical Background 12

THE PROBLEM 21

Statement of the Problem 21

Significance of the Study 21

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 23

Research Design 23

Research Environment 23

Research Informants 25

Research Instrument 25

Research Procedures 25

Data Collection 25

Data Analysis 26

Ethical Considerations 26

Trustworthiness 27

DEFINITION OF TERMS 28

2 PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS OF DATA 29

Presentation of Data 29

Analysis of Data 38

3 SUMMARY, FINDINGS AND IMPLICATIONS 49

Summary 49

Findings 50

IMPLICATION OF THE STUDY 51

Implication for practice 51

Implication for future studies 56

REFERENCES 57

APPENDICES 71

A- Transmittal Letter 71

B- Sample Consent Form 72

C- Interview Guide & Validation of Interview75

D- Sample Verification from of Transcription81

E- Location Map 84

F- Sample Coded Significant Statements 85

F1- Sample Formulation of Core Meaning 88

F2-Development of Cluster Theme 92

G-Diagram of Common Themes 98