The QUEST: Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development

Evaluation of the Disaster Preparedness among Residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City, Philippines

Joey Albert Aniag — 2025-03-30

Disaster preparedness is crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals and communities in times of emergencies. This study aims to evaluate the level of disaster preparedness among the residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City. The evaluation will be conducted through a survey questionnaire distributed among a representative sample of residents in the community. The questionnaire will assess their knowledge and understanding of different types of disasters, their awareness of the existing disaster response plans and protocols, and their level of preparedness in terms of emergency supplies, evacuation plans, and communication strategies. The findings will provide valuable insights into the current level of disaster preparedness among the residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City. It will identify the strengths and weaknesses in their knowledge, awareness, and preparedness, which can be used to develop targeted interventions and initiatives to enhance their readiness in facing future disasters. Furthermore, it will also contribute to the existing literature on disaster preparedness, particularly in the context of urban communities in the Philippines. It will shed light on the specific challenges and issues faced by the residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City, and offer recommendations for improving their di Ultimately, the evaluation of disaster preparedness among residents of Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City is essential in promoting a culture of resilience and ensuring the safety and well-being of the community in the face of potential disaster preparedness efforts. The residents of Barangay Valdefuente, Cabanatuan City have answered the questionnaire provided by the researchers, the questionnaire contains the question regarding the preparedness among the residents. The researcher used the likert scale to interpret the result, the result revealed that the residents of Barangay Valdefuente are well prepared for the possible disaster that may occur in the community. The residents stated that the barangay provides food assistance, information and safety facilities/evacuation center and other necessities needed.

A Comparative Study of the Better Operating System In School Computer Laboratories Between Linux OS and Windows OS

Johannah Mae Pastorfide — 2025-03-30

This paper aims to discuss the assessment on which is a between operating system between Linux OS and Windows OS in a computer laboratory environment. Also, a comparison between the cost, maintenance, security, and updates between those Operating system will be made. Also, the common types of application software being used on a computer laboratory will be also tackled. Availability of these kinds of application software between these Operating system will be undertaken last. Aside from that, the advantages and disadvantages of using this application software over the other will be the thing to study on this paper

Above And Beyond Four Walls: Teachers' Empowerment And Its Ripple Effect On Organizational Citizenship Behavior

Princess Leen Idava — 2025-03-30

New Public Management has significantly influenced the public sector in many countries worldwide, leading to extensive restructuring of various public service systems, including education. This restructuring has also had notable effects on the roles and responsibilities of Filipino teachers within the education sector. This study investigates the demographic profile, empowerment, and organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) of secondary public school teachers in Aliaga, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. Purposive sampling was employed to select 170 licensed professional teachers currently teaching in three public national high schools in Aliaga, Nueva Ecija. The research instrument, a structured questionnaire, comprised sections on socio-demographic profiles, empowerment, and OCB, validated through pilot testing and achieving a Cronbach's Alpha of 0.85. Data collected through face-to-face interviews, observations, and questionnaires were analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis provide insights into the relationships between demographic factors, empowerment, and OCB among the teacher-respondents. The findings reveal significant correlations between variables such as educational attainment, designated position, length of service, and empowerment, highlighting the influence of these factors on teachers' perceptions of empowerment within the educational context. Similarly, significant positive correlations are observed between these demographic factors and OCB, suggesting that individuals with higher levels of education, higher designated positions within the school hierarchy, and longer tenures tend to exhibit more OCB. Furthermore, regression analysis demonstrates a significant positive relationship between empowerment and OCB, emphasizing the importance of empowerment in fostering organizational citizenship behaviors among educators. The findings highlight the significance of new public management principles in shaping organizational behaviors in educational institutions. This is particularly relevant to the results indicating the relationship between teachers' profiles, empowerment, and organizational citizenship behavior. In essence, the principles of new public management can influence how teachers perceive empowerment and engage in organizational citizenship behaviors based on their profiles.

Basic Education Network & Centralized Hub (BENCH): A Web-Based Information Management Bundle for Public Schools

John Norman Taruc — 2025-03-30

The study proposed the Basic Education Network Centralized Hub (BENCH), a web-based information management system designed specifically for public schools in Cabanatuan City like HCPSMSHS. BENCH aimed to centralize educational data, streamline data management, and enhance communication among stakeholders. The system developed included features such as registrar data management, attendance monitoring using QR codes, learner profiling, clinic admission and monitoring, report generation, data analytics, and SMS/email notifications to parents and stakeholders. BENCH was developed using the Agile System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Model and evaluated according to ISO/IEC 25010 criteria for usability, reliability, performance efficiency, functional suitability, security, portability, maintainability, and compatibility.

Data were collected using a self-made survey questionnaire and purposive sampling. The study included two sets of respondents: system users (e.g., school principal, administrative assistant, clinic personnel, discipline officer, and registrar) and IT experts, both internal and external to the school. The evaluation results indicated that BENCH conformed to ISO/IEC 25010 Software Product Quality Standards, with high ratings in system usability, performance efficiency, and functional suitability. Both IT experts and system users rated BENCH as highly functional, efficient, portable, maintainable, compatible, secure, reliable, and usable, confirming its high acceptability and alignment with international software quality standards.

The Psychology in Tech Tactics: Basis for E-Commerce Website Development

Chen Fei — 2025-03-25

This study investigates e-commerce user preferences, revealing key insights that can inform website development and strategy. The findings indicate a predominant user base in the 18-34 age range, with a slightly higher representation of females. Understanding these socio-demographic characteristics is crucial for targeted marketing and design. The psychological impact on user preferences underscores the significance of aesthetics. Users value intuitive layouts, appealing color schemes, and well-chosen fonts. Mobile optimization and fast website performance are essential for user satisfaction, highlighting the importance of responsive design and quick loading times in the mobile era. The study also delves into the profitability of e-commerce, emphasizing the role of data-driven marketing, pricing optimization, and customer feedback management. These factors can significantly impact a business's bottom line. This research provides actionable recommendations for e-commerce businesses. By focusing on intuitive design, mobile optimization, and data-driven strategies, businesses can create more appealing and profitable online shopping experiences.