ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This research became possible with the kind support and help of many individuals. The researchers
would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the following:
Foremost, to their respective parents who has been there in every step of the way, for understanding
their children when they came home late, and for their unending support financially, morally and
emotionally.
The proponent’s sincere thanks also goes to Senior High Teachers for allowing as to interrupt them
during classes to conduct a survey that the researchers needed for the completion of this study.
To the staff and student assistants of NCF learning Resources Center especially in Dissertation section
for assisting the researchers and lending reading materials needed in this study.
To the respondents, for their active participation and honest response on the questionnaire given by
the researchers.
Lastly, To Mr. Jadi Miguel O. Castroverde, for his comments, suggestions, consistent guidance, and
also for sharing his knowledge and expertise. His understanding and consideration with regards of the
researches’ busy schedules and other academic responsibilities have helped them to make meaningful
study.