Abstract: This study examined the moderating effect of organizational culture on the relationship between school management skills and teacher job satisfaction in DepEd Region XI, employing a quantitative non-experimental research design that utilized moderating analysis. The results indicate that the school heads’ management skills and teacher job satisfaction were rated at a high level. Organizational culture was also rated at a high level, with strong aspects in change management, goal achievement, coordinated teamwork, and cultural strength. Statistical analysis confirmed a significant relationship between school head management skills and teacher job satisfaction, suggesting that effective leadership enhances teacher satisfaction. Likewise, a significant positive correlation was observed between organizational culture and teacher job satisfaction, indicating that a strong organizational culture contributes significantly to teachers’ sense of fulfillment and contentment in their roles. However, organizational culture did not moderate this relationship, indicating that while both variables independently contribute to teacher job satisfaction, the direct impact of management skills remains unchanged regardless of the organizational culture. These findings underscore the need to enhance school heads’ leadership development programs and strengthen school culture to improve teacher job satisfaction and overall school performance.

Keywords: DepEd Region XI, junior high school, management skills, moderating effect, organizational culture, teacher job satisfaction.

Title: THE MODERATING EFFECT OF ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SCHOOL HEADS’ MANAGEMENT SKILLS AND TEACHER JOB SATISFACTION

Author: Arian Hazel A. Belain, Jihan A. Labrador

International Journal of Novel Research in Interdisciplinary Studies

ISSN 2394-9716

Vol. 12, Issue 2, March 2025 - April 2025

Page No: 22-34

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Published Date: 05-April-2025

Abstract: This study assessed the research capability of Alternative Learning System (ALS) teachers in DepEd Region XI, examining the factors that influence their research skills. Specifically, it focused on teachers’ research knowledge, attitudes toward research, and the barriers they face in conducting research, alongside their research capability in conceptual, computational, and technical skills. Using a quantitative non-experimental research design with a descriptive-correlational technique and regression analysis, data were gathered through a structured survey instrument. Findings indicated a moderate research capability, with strengths in computational skills but challenges in conceptual and technical aspects. While teachers had high research knowledge and positive attitudes, barriers such as limited resources, time constraints, and insufficient training hindered research engagement. Statistical analysis indicated a significant positive correlation between research knowledge, attitudes toward research, barriers to conducting research, and overall research capability. Moreover, research knowledge emerged as the strongest predictor of teachers’ research capability. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions to strengthen ALS teachers’ research culture and skills, ultimately improving evidence-based educational practices.

Keywords: alternative learning system, attitudes toward research, barriers, DepEd Region XI, research capability, research knowledge.

Title: ASSESSING THE RESEARCH CAPABILITY OF TEACHERS IN THE ALTERNATIVE LEARNING SYSTEM: FACTORS INFLUENCING EFFECTIVE RESEARCH SKILL DEVELOPMENT IN DEPED REGION XI

Author: Erwin C. Belain, Jihan A. Labrador

International Journal of Novel Research in Interdisciplinary Studies

ISSN 2394-9716

Vol. 12, Issue 2, March 2025 - April 2025

Page No: 1-21

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Website: www.noveltyjournals.com

Published Date: 03-April-2025