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Title: The lived experiences of S.M.A.W NCII Test takers

1)Intro: Angeles City National Trade School has long been a hub for aspiring welders,
providing them with the necessary training and skills to excel in the field of SMAW. By
conducting this research, we seek to gain a comprehensive understanding of the lived
experiences of SMAW NC2 passers at this specific institution. We will explore the
challenges they faced, the skills they acquired, and the impact of their training on their
personal and professional lives.

This research aims to explore the uncharted territory of the lived experiences of SMAW NC2
passers. By delving into their daily lives, challenges, and successes, we aim to gain valuable
insights that could influence future educational and training programs in the welding
industry. The study will not only focus on their technical skills but also on the huma I'mn
aspects of their experiences, providing a comprehensive understanding of what it means to be
a SMAW NC2 passers.

2)SOP:

1.What are the preparations that the test taker made?

2.What are the challenges that the test takers faced when taking the test?

3.What are the reasons that made the test takers take the test

4.What are the benefits that they gained after taking the test

3)Significance of the study:

Examining the firsthand experiences of individuals who have undergone the SMAW NCII
test holds great significance for various reasons. These include the opportunity to enhance
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training programs by identifying areas for improvement in the curriculum, teaching methods,
and available resources. Understanding the challenges faced by test takers can also aid in the
development of specific support systems and resources to enhance skill development in areas
where difficulties arise. Additionally, analyzing the experiences of test takers can provide
insights into factors that influenced their performance during the actual test, leading to
potential improvements in the testing process. Furthermore, these lived experiences can offer
valuable guidance for individuals considering a career in welding, aligning their aspirations
with the realities of the industry. Finally, studying these experiences can inform the
development of policies and programs in vocational education and training, ensuring that
they effectively address the needs of test takers and promote the overall quality of vocational
training in welding.

4)Scope and delimitation:

The research explores the experiences of S.M.A.W. NCII test takers, including preparation
strategies, obstacles, and overall satisfaction.

It could focus on specific demographics, educational background, and motivations for


certification, and may be limited to specific regions or testing facilities.

5)Review of related literature:

Level of Learners’ Satisfaction of Video-Based Instructional Materials (VIM) for Teaching


Practical Skills (NC2) on Senior High School Welders

Authors

Jaymar Milanbilin Rublico

Keywords: video-based instructional materials, learners’ satisfaction, shielded metal arc


welding

Abstract

INTRODUCTION
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Video based materials boost students’ creativity and cooperation. Access to videos can help
motivate students and create a distinctive contest for their learning experience. This study
will open opportunities for teachers and students to use multimedia presentations, especially
with the use of video based materials to create stronger memory. This is an effective action
of the teacher to increase skills and knowledge of the students in teaching welding.

METHODS

The study utilized quantitative approach of research and employed descriptive survey
method. The respondents of the study are 39 Grade 12 Senior High Students. The study
conducted in Dr. Arsenio C. Nicolas National High School Brgy. Pandanan, Calauag,
Quezon. The said senior high is one of the few school that offers TVL with specialization in
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW). The instrument employed is an adaptation from those
used by the Canarie Learning Program (2004) in evaluating Virtual Veterinary Medicine
Learning Community E-learning module.

RESULTS

The researchers determined that the respondents, based from the findings of the study,
thefemale respondents have a very high satisfactory level with the mean 3.76. While male
respondents got the mean of 3.72 with very satisfactory rating. The students found out that
the video lessons were enjoyable and that contributed greatly to my acquisition of relevant
skills in SMAW NC2 Competency. The video lessons were effectivein meeting the learning
objectives. The students also describe the video lessons as being highly interesting. I would
recommend the use of video lessons to my colleagues. That the video lessons make me spend
more time studying to acquired practical skills. The students were satisfied with their
learnings from VBIMs.

DISCUSSIONS

It is encouraging to see that the learners in the present study found the video lessons as "an
enjoyable learning scenario and a necessity to an effective instruction" (Ghee & Heng, 2008,
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p.686). It is equally encouraging that the learners found the materials to be relevant and
effective. Thus, materials being utilized in the study would enable students to acquire
specific skills, knowledge, and attitudes (Dick & Reiser, 1989, as cited in Ghee & Heng
2008). It is recommend that future studies should combine the use of both objective and
subjective approaches to measure actual usage.

Interview questions:

What are the challenges that you faced when taking the exam?, what did you do to deal with
them?

Does having a NCII helped you in any ways?, how and why?

Why did you decide to pursue having a NCII certificate for welding?

Do you suggest that students that are taking the welding shop also take NCII?

What are some preparations you did before taking the NCII?

Certificate of instrument validations:

This is to certify that the Research Instrument that will be used by the Group 1 of Section
ARES Senior High School students under the Technical-Vocational-Livelihood (TVL) strand
taking up Gas Metal Arc Welding(GM,A,W)as the area of specialization, had undergone
validation by an expert. The expert consulted can corroborate that the interview questions
had passed through meticulous and methodical assessment. Hence, the validation has deemed
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the instrument substantially useful for the students' research project entitled:”Lived
experiences S.M.A.W NC ৷৷ Test takers.

Certified by:

Ashley Joy R. Magat

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