IJRISS - Volume 10, Issue 3

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The Influence of AI Competence, Grit, and Prosocial Behavior on Collaboration Skills among Future Business Professionals in a Private University in Cebu, Philippines

Authors: Maura L. Peña, Vicel T. Villoria, Irrish B. Abellanosa, Myra Flor G. Cagas, Morgan Jr. E. Fuertes

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300001

Abstract: This study assessed the relationship between collaboration skills and artificial intelligence (AI) competence, grit, and prosocial behavior among Bachelor of Science in Business Administration student...

Ecosystems of Empowerment: Integrating Artificial Intelligence with Community-Based Support for Women-Led Micro-Enterprises – Evidence from Bengaluru, Karnataka

Authors: Dr. Mohan. N, Namrata Kaushik, Dr. Bharath Kumar N

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300003

Abstract: In the bustling heart of India's Silicon Valley, Bengaluru, a quiet revolution is underway, not in its gleaming tech parks, but in the homes and neighborhood corners where women run micro- enterprises...

Children’s Physical Abuse as a Predictor of Literacy Competency Acquisition Among Grade Three Pupils: A Case of Thika Sub- County, Kiambu County, Kenya

Authors: Grace Nyaguthii Muiruri, Hudson Ong’ang’a Ouko, Esther Waithaka

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300002

Abstract: Physical abuse remains a major barrier to quality education and child protection in Kenya. Despite legal frameworks prohibiting corporal punishment, children continue to experience physical violence a...

INTAYON AG-IPON: Lived Experiences of Senior High School Fisherfolk During the Goby (IPON) Fry Season in La Paz, Laoag City

Authors: Roger Jr. Agandao, Paulo Tunac Edd, Phd

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300004

Abstract: This study explored the lived experiences of Senior High School student-fisherfolk at the Ilocos Norte Regional School of Fisheries (INRSF) during the goby (ipon) fry season in La Paz, Laoag City, as ...

Predicting Student Academic Performance with Machine Learning: A Systematic Literature Review

Authors: M. Z. A. Chek, I. L. Ismail, Jamal. N, Z. H. Zulkifli, Rinda Nariswari, M. S. Asrulsani

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300005

Abstract: Predicting student academic performance has become an essential research focus in higher education as institutions seek to improve retention rates, academic success, and educational quality. The incre...

The Influence of Confidence and Worry on Fear of Public Speaking: A PLS-SEM Analysis

Authors: Noor Hanim Rahmat, Sharifah Amani Syed Abdul Rahman, Mohamad Ridhuan Nasarudin, Nurmarsya Batrisya Suhar Rezwan, Nur Sherina Zainal Abidin, Nurul Afiqah Yusri, Nur Syazana Arman

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300006

Abstract: Public speaking anxiety (PSA) is widely recognized as one of the most common fears among university students and can significantly affect academic performance, communication effectiveness, and confide...

The Effect of E-Payment on Total Revenue Generation: Evidence from Federal Inland Revenue Service of Nigeria

Authors: Olaoye Clement Olatunji (Ph.D), Adeyiola Ibiwumi

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300007

Abstract: This study investigates the effect of electronic payment (e-payment) systems on total revenue generation by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) in Nigeria. Against the backdrop of ongoing digita...

The Crisis of the Decoupled Subject: Embodied Erasure in the Age of Environmental and Digital Abstraction

Authors: Ricardo Lim Tolentino, Isabella Cruz Reyes

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300008

Abstract: Contemporary governance and corporate systems increasingly rely on the logic of “decoupling,” the theoretical separation of economic and technological progress from their material and human conseq...

Linguistic Capital and Symbolic Violence in Pakistan: A Sociolinguistic Analysis of Language Attitudes Towards Urdu and English

Authors: Hashim Khan, Irfan Hussain

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300009

Abstract: This research investigates the complex language attitudes and ideologies surrounding English and Urdu in the contemporary sociolinguistic landscape of Pakistan. Utilizing a quantitative survey of 80 r...

Investigating the Determinants of Digital Literacy among Primary School Teachers Using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM)

Authors: Nur Amirah Izzah Zainudin, Nor Aslily Sarkam, Nor Faezah Mohamad Razi, Nor Hazlina Mohammad

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300015

Abstract: In the era of rapid technological advancement, digital literacy has become an essential competency for educators, particularly primary school teachers who shape students’ early digital experiences. ...

Comparative Analysis of AI and Human Instructors in Providing Written Corrective Feedback: A Case Study on ChatGPT

Authors: Nadzrah Sa’adan

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300016

Abstract: Corrective feedback is one of the instructional methods utilised in learning writing. Any indication that a student’s expression might contain an error of some sort is referred to as corrective feed...

Bridging the Digital Divide: Inclusive Digital Transformation for Differently Abled Students in Sri Lankan Higher Education

Authors: A. C. Imesha Kinkini

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300017

Abstract: This study critically examines the potential for inclusive digital transformation within Sri Lankan higher education (HE), specifically focusing on addressing the persistent inequalities that characte...

Seventh Generation (7G) and the Future of Telecommunications Entrepreneurship: Innovation, Ecosystems, and Emerging Use Cases

Authors: Umar Pervaiz, Obed Rashdi Syed, Rosmini Omar

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300018

Abstract: This systematic literature review examines how seventh-generation (7G) telecommunications and innovation may shape entrepreneurship in the telecommunications sector. While prior studies emphasize tech...

Beyond Cleanliness: The Correlation between Hygiene Knowledge Practices and Food Safety to Dimension Wellness of Students in School Community

Authors: Dame Lyka A. Amistad, Rea T. Ates, Christian Paul B. Basa, Celine Keziah C. Cabreros, Archie B. Condeza, Eva Jean T. Decina, Johnfer B. Efondo, Ronald G. Guisada, Janine M. Parilla, Jeramie E. Punay, Chir Lyn B. Tating, Noli P. Julosan

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300019

Abstract: This research examined the effects of hygiene knowledge practices and food safety on the dimension wellness of student. within the school setting. The main objective was to assess the extent of these ...

Motivation and Academic Success of Economically Deprived Children: A Phenomenological Exploration

Authors: Luable, M, Malabago, J, Raposo, M, Villarias, R, Fernandez U, Elacion MA

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300010

Abstract: “Poverty is not a hindrance to success.” A positive quote that brings encouragement and serves as a motivation to a lot of individuals. At some point, poverty is often perceived as a significant b...

Women’s Empowerment, Mixed Methods, And Long-Term Collaboration in Agricultural Research for Development

Authors: Shelton Chinorumba

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300020

Abstract: Women’s empowerment has become a central objective in agricultural research for development, yet its complex, context-specific nature poses conceptual, methodological, and operational challenges. Th...

Perceived Security, Intention to Adopt and Actual Usage Behavior of Duitnow among Indonesian Tourists in Malaysia

Authors: Nurliyana Nasuha Othman @ Fazri, Zulhan Othman, Noor Azmi Ahmad, Nor Adila Kedin, Mohd Faeez Saiful Bakhtiar

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300021

Abstract: The integration of cross-border Quick Response (QR) payment systems, such as Malaysia's Duit Now and Indonesia's QRIS, represents a pivotal advancement in the ASEAN digital economy. Despite its potent...

The Mediating Role of Student Engagement in the Relationship Between Teacher Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge and Physical Performance Among Physical Education Student

Authors: Wang Jianxun, Shamsulariffin Samsudin, Riyan Hidayat, Noor Hamzani Farizam

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300011

Abstract: In recent years, the physical fitness of university students has declined, prompting China to promote the digital transformation of education. Although the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge ...

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence Tools on Decision-Making Styles of Administrative Staff in Public Schools

Authors: Sancho Jr. P. Cagampang

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300022

Abstract: The primary objective of the study was to assess the perceived impact of artificial intelligence (AI) tools on decision-making styles of administrative staff in Public Schools. It employed descriptive...

Empowering Future Caregivers: A Study on Caregiving Simulation Shapes Students' Confidence and Communication Skills

Authors: Jovelyn O. Antolin, Jhondel S. Altomia, Marebil Q. Almerol, Jan Von Jovy M. Canua, Jasmin T. Dellosa, Keithlyza Jean B. Nobleza, Marievic A. Porras, Allea A. Quinio, John Mark P. Tudom, Noli P. Julosan.

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300023

Abstract: A quantitative correlational research design was used in the study. For the study, a total of 183 high school students from the Lorenzo S. Sarmiento Sr. National High School in the Mawab District Seco...

Career Development, Professional Practices, Commitment, and Work Performance among Teaching Staff in Higher Education Institution

Authors: Cherelen D. Gajita, Nenita I. Prado

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300013

Abstract: Faculty work performance remains a critical determinant of institutional effectiveness and educational quality in higher education institutions (HEIs). This study examined the levels of career develop...

Investigating the Psychosocial Effects of Climate Change on School Going Teenage Girls: A Case Study of Lusitu Community, Chirundu, Zambia

Authors: Miyanda, M, Phiri, G

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300024

Abstract: This study was undertaken to investigate the psychosocial effects of climate change on school-going teenage girls in Chirundu, Zambia. The aim of this study was to understand how climate-related chall...

Collaboration and Empowerment as Predictors of Organizational Commitment among Catholic Basic Education Teachers

Authors: Sr. Melanie M. Galo, John Mart Elesio

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300025

Abstract: Organizational commitment remains a global challenge. Collaboration and empowerment were examined as predictors of teachers’ organizational commitment. Using predictive design, involving 237 private...

Natural Environment and Ethnic Cultural Practices of Khmer People in Southern Vietnam: A Case Study of Du Ke Theater and Phuoc Bien Worship

Authors: Nguyen Thi Hue

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300026

Abstract: This ethnographic study explores the relationship between natural environment and cultural expression among Khmer communities in Southern Vietnam, focusing on two emblematic practices: Du Ke theater a...

Staysmart: A Web-Based Hostel Management System for Student Accommodation

Authors: Norzihani Yusof, Nur Hani Ayesha Saiful Nizan, Nuzulha Khilwani Ibrahim, Zuraini Othman, Ahmad Syahrin Yusof

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300027

Abstract: Hostel management in educational institutions often relies on manual or semi-digital processes, leading to inefficiency, data inconsistency, and delays in room allocation and complaint handling. This ...

Design, Development and Usability Evaluation of Foodiediary: A Web-Based User-Generated Recipe Sharing System for Budget-Constrained Students

Authors: Mimi Nur Iman Binti Ruduian, Nuzulha Khilwani Ibrahim, Norzihani Yusof, Zuraini Othman, Mohd Hakimi Aiman Ibrahim

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300028

Abstract: Currently, many cooking enthusiasts, especially ones who live in hostels or on a budget, struggle with disorganized recipes and lack a centralized, user- friendly platform to achieve and share their r...

Into the Light of Mortality: Exploring Cancer Survivors’ Perception of Life and Death Positivity

Authors: Maria Rowena B. Plando, Mary Shayne B. Caminade, Michellin L. Cabico, Marie Feb T. Rosales

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300029

Abstract: This study explores the lived experiences of cancer survivors in Cebu, Philippines, focusing on how their perceptions of life across different phases of survivorship influence the development of death...

Ethical Dilemmas among Healthcare Workers in Private Hospitals and Their Implications for Organizational Governance and Well-Being: Evidence from Sarawak, Malaysia

Authors: Dr Ammal Dzulfiqar Bin Ismail

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300030

Abstract: This study explores the ethical challenges that healthcare professionals experience in private hospitals in Sarawak, Malaysia, and the consequences of these challenges on the professionals' well-being...

Promoting Gender Equality and Empowering Women: The Experiences and Expectations of Sri Lanka

Authors: Thanabalasingam Krishnamohan, Halideen Fathima Rifasha

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300031

Abstract: Since the inception of the parliamentary system of government, women’s political participation and representation in decision-making institutions have not grown in proportion to their population. Co...

The Role of Inabah Da’wah in Psychospiritual Rehabilitation for Drug Addiction: A Narrative Review

Authors: Abu Bakar Ahmad Mansor, Azman Md Zain, Ahmad Zamil Abd. Khalid

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300032

Abstract: Drug addiction is a global crisis that affects public health and social well-being and involves complex interactions in biology, psychology, society, and spirituality. Relapse after conventional treat...

The Role of Leadership Communication in Fostering Teacher Collaboration and Enhancing School Performance

Authors: Kamariah Binti Liashin, Dg Norizah Ag Kiflee

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300033

Abstract: Effective leadership communication is increasingly recognized as a critical determinant of educational effectiveness, particularly in fostering collaborative cultures and enhancing school performance....

Integrated Assessment of Emerging Contaminants (Microplastics and Pfas) in Nigerian Freshwater Systems: A Review of Implications on Ecotoxicology and Human Health

Authors: Happy Pere-ela Omodu, Adedoyin Oluwatoyin Omidiji

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300034

Abstract: Microplastics (MPs) and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) pose more and more risks to freshwater ecosystems and overall human health, especially in Nigeria where communities depend heavily on...

Environmental Mitigation Financing and Financial Efficiency of Listed Industrial Goods Firms in Nigeria

Authors: ADENIRAN, Taiwo Esther, OLUWAREMI Joel Bali, AKINBOBOLA Oluwatobiloba Bolanle

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300035

Abstract: This study investigated the effect of environmental mitigation financing on financial efficiency of listed industrial goods firms in Nigeria. Financial efficiency is measured using Economic Value Adde...

From Sentences to Structure: Discourse Organization in the Writing of Multilingual Learners

Authors: Reycilda C. Cabilan, Alexis B. Piscador, Angeline G. Criste, Carlo Keith M. Garcia, Elizabeth C. Fetalvero

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300036

Abstract: This study, From Sentences to Structure: Discourse Organization in the Writing of Multilingual Learners, investigates the discourse-level writing performance of multilingual senior high school student...

Relationship of Policy Adherence, Knowledge of Infrastructure Standards, and Road Safety Regulation Compliance with Road User Benefits of the Coastal Road Project

Authors: Abdullah H. Sarip

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300037

Abstract: This study examined the factors that shaped the Coastal Road Project in Cagayan de Oro City, focusing on adherence to policies, knowledge of infrastructure standards, and compliance with road safety r...

Comparative Analysis of Companies’ Financial Performance Before and After an Increase in Value-Added Tax Rate: Evidence from Indonesia

Authors: Azhar Mauli Siregar, Tita Djuitaningsih, Sylvia Fettry

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300012

Abstract: This study aims to analyze the differences in the financial performance of companies in the consumer cyclicals sector before and after the implementation of the value-added tax rate increase policy to...

Information and Communication Technology Skills and Study Habits As Determinants of Everyday Digital Literacy

Authors: Kian O. Ayento, Tristan Bataque, Divine Grace P. Carnicer, April P. Facun, Kian Kisspher M. Good, Keanne L. Gorit, Jenieza L. Laab, Modesto luige P. Mendez, Addriene O. Mina, Bent Jaryl Panaligan, Hanny Grace T. Pelandas, Jade E. Punay, James Arthur Retiza, Mika Jean E. Tabuno, Gilla S. Versano, Noli P. Julosan

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300038

Abstract: This study examined the effect of ICT skills and study habits on students’ everyday digital literacy. It used a quantitative correlational research design with 136 high school students from Lorenzo ...

Effectiveness of Innovation Hubs in Supporting Quality Secondary Education in Tanzania: A Case of Bwejuu Innovation Hub, At Kusini District, Zanzibar

Authors: Mwema Issa Mwema, Prof. Ponsian T. Sewando

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300039

Abstract: This study examined the effectiveness of innovation hubs in supporting quality secondary education in Tanzania, with a specific focus on the Bwejuu Innovation Hub in Kusini District, Unguja, Zanzibar....

Examining the Relationship Between Knowledge Sharing, Innovation Culture and Organizational Citizenship in the Media and Creative Industry:A Proposed Framework

Authors: Saleh Mohammed Saleh Alahmdi, Atirah Sufian

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300040

Abstract: The media and creative industry operates in a highly dynamic and innovation-driven environment where collaboration, creativity, and voluntary employee engagement are critical for organizational succes...

Examining Leadership Styles and Its Influence on Innovative Work Behaviour Through Innovation Culture:A Proposed Framework

Authors: Bader Hamd Sulaiman Salem Alsaeedi, Nurhayati Kamarudin

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300041

Abstract: Innovation is widely recognized as a critical driver of organizational competitiveness in dynamic and knowledge-intensive economies. Leadership plays a central role in shaping employee behaviours that...

Adherence to Dietary Recommendations and Barriers Among Type 2 Diabetic Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study at Ho Teaching Hospital, Ghana

Authors: Philippine Esiawonam Deku, Linda Afriyie Gyimah, Rita Judith Akunor-Sackey

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300042

Abstract: Background: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a growing global health burden, with dietary adherence central to glycaemic management.
Objective: This study investigated adherence levels and barrier...

Centralised Versus State Policing in Nigeria: A Strategic Assessment of Implications for National Security and Security Governance

Authors: Mohammed Sani Abbas

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300043

Abstract: This study provides a quantitative assessment of the implications of centralised and decentralised (state-based) policing models for national security and security governance in Nigeria. Although Nige...

Teachers Perception on Verbal Speech Development of Hard of Hearing Learners in Kakamega County, Kenya

Authors: Osiche Rosemary Nasimiyu*, Dr. Bunyasi Awori, Dr. Franciscah Irangi Wamocho

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300044

Abstract: The research was intended to find out to what extent Kenyan Sign Language can be moderated to enhance the use of residual hearing to promote verbal speech to learners who are hard-of-hearing. The stud...

Teaching Language Through Contemporary Literature: The Litesl Model

Authors: Dmitri Poletaev

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300045

Abstract: This article introduces the LitESL model (Literature-based Integrated ESL), an approach to foreign language teaching that places contemporary literary texts at the center of the learning process. The ...

Sources of the Occasions of Revelation of the Quran in the Nine Hadith Books: Sahih Al-Bukhari as a Model

Authors: Ahmad Fauzi Hassan, Syed Abdul Majid Ghouri, Muhammad Nurul Salihin Mazni Fairuz, Zulhilmi Mohamed Nor

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300046

Abstract: The study of asbab al-nuzul plays a crucial role in understanding the historical and contextual background of Quranic revelation. While classical works dedicated specifically to asbab al-nuzul have be...

Promoting Digital Literacy Through University Social Responsibility: A Case Study of an International Scratch Workshop

Authors: Soo Kum Yoke, Tuan Sarifah Aini Syed Ahmad*, Sarahiza Mohmad, Zhang Yaqiu

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300047

Abstract: Programming and multimedia tools have become essential to education as they offer opportunities to foster creativity, computational thinking, and problem-solving skills. Scratch is a block-based visua...

Audit Expectation Gap: Views of Audit Professionals and Financial Statement Users on Narrowing the Gap in the UAE

Authors: Mohamed Abdulrahman Mohamed Alattas Alhashmi, Mohd Lizam

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300048

Abstract: This study investigates the audit expectation gap (AEG) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by exploring the perspectives of auditors and financial statement users. Drawing on the ACCA (2021) three-comp...

The Role of Ulama in the Past and Present in the Development of Sharia and Islamic Law in Pahang

Authors: Hasiah Mat Salleh, Marsitah Mohd Mokhtar, Zurita Binti Mohd Yusoff, Tengku Fatimah Muliana Binti Tengku Muda, Mohd Norhusairi Mat Hussin, Badrul Hakimi Bin Mohd Supian, Basyiruddin Md Ghazali

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300049

Abstract: The development of the spread of Islam and the practice of Sharia and Islamic law in the Malay Peninsula was greatly influenced by the efforts of past ulama. However, specific studies on the role of u...

Mechanisms and Strategies for Addressing Foundational Gaps in Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic

Authors: Asliah C. Mamalampac

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300050

Abstract: This study investigates the mechanisms and strategies employed by teachers and students to address learning gaps and losses in reading, writing, and arithmetic (3Rs), focusing on four domains critical...

Cultural Harmony in Management: Exploring the Mediating Role of Religious Communication in Workplace Relationships

Authors: Abu Amar Bustomi, Sofea Maisarah Mohd Ali, Yustiana Wardhani, Abdillah Ubaidi, Siti Nur Atika Shahari

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300051

Abstract: Cultural and religious diversity has become a defining feature of modern organisations, yet management scholarship has not fully explored how religious communication shapes workplace relationships. Th...

Exploring Criminal Encounters in Karaoke Bars: Patrons' Lens

Authors: Cherry Ann C. Inting, Mark Joshua C. Cortuna, Gerry P. Palao Jr., Jasmine Kaye B. Calope, Dr. Junvil A. Insong

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300052

Abstract: Karaoke bars are widely recognized as popular leisure spaces where individuals gather to socialize and relax; however, these venues may also become sites of conflict and unlawful behavior. Anchored in...

The Fintech Paradox: Assessing Digital Financial Literacy and Behavioral Outcomes Among Tertiary Students in Ghana - Evidence From Umat Tarkwa

Authors: Juliet Appiah Osei-Afoakwa, Ezekiel Adu Mensah, Akwasi Owusu Bempah, Foster Oppong Adu Twum

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300053

Abstract: The rapid expansion of financial technology (Fintech) has transformed the way individuals’ access and manage financial services, particularly among young adults in emerging economies. In Ghana, mobi...

Analysis of Dakwah Approaches in the “Dekat Di Hati Anak Malaysia” Program at Kampung Pahu Sarayo, Ranau, Sabah

Authors: Saifulazry Mokhtar, Jamal Adli Ahmad Shukri, Mohd. Hafizi Norudin, Siti Norhafizah Rahmat, Kasoma Thia, Herlina Jupiter

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300054

Abstract: This study aims to analyze the dakwah approaches and the impact of implementing the Dekat di Hati “Anak Malaysia” 2023 program, which was conducted through the Kursus Amali Dakwah (MPU 2613) by st...

Lived Experiences of the 21st Century School Leaders: A Phenomenological Study

Authors: Caryn N. Marquez, Jennifer S. Rubio

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300055

Abstract: School leadership in the 21st century requires adaptability, innovation, and strong interpersonal competencies. This study described and documented the lived experiences of school heads in navigating ...

Financial Management Practices and Financial Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Ekiti State, Nigeria

Authors: Dr. (Mrs.) Ayeni-Agbaje Abiodun Rafiat, Akpore Henry

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300056

Abstract: This study examines the effect of financial management practices on the financial performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Ekiti State, Nigeria. SMEs are vital to economic growth and deve...

Reconciling Art, Science, and Prediction in Real Estate Valuation: Toward a Hybrid Epistemology for the Ai Era

Authors: Muaz Hafizuddin Ahmad Muzir, Sr. Dr. Maimunah Sapri, Dr. Norshaliza Kamaruddin, PMgr Sr. Dr. Mustafa Omar

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300057

Abstract: Real estate valuation has long been characterised by tensions between subjective professional judgement and objective scientific methodology, resulting in a persistent art-science dichotomy within the...

Skolombo: Street Children Menace and the Future of Public Safety in Calabar, Southern Nigeria

Authors: Uriji Oshen Morphy, Noel Naanman Kelong, Osayemwenre Igbinigie

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300058

Abstract: Street children known in Cross River state as “skolombo”, a name that carries with it different derogatory and dangerous meanings have witnessed sustained growth and proliferation for over three d...

A Survey of Student Well-Being in Zimbabwean Tertiary Colleges

Authors: Risk Matiya, Benjamin Mambende, Charity Soda, Ephraim Dera, Nmatirai Faith Butsa, Bekithemba Ngwenya

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300059

Abstract: Student well-being plays a key role in academic success and personal growth, but it has not been widely studied in Zimbabwean tertiary institutions. This paper presents results from a survey of severa...

Inculcating Core Values among Grade 6 Students through Christian Education: An Action Research Study in Sri Lanka

Authors: W.N.U. Fernando, A.C. I. Kinkini

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300060

Abstract: Concerns regarding declining moral behaviours among early secondary school students in Sri Lanka have intensified the need for empirically grounded value education practices. Despite the recognised im...

Improving Physical Activity Participation of MAPEH Pupils through Modified Games

Authors: Yasser D. Palantig, Roy Mamerto A. Diampon

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300061

Abstract: This study examined the effect of modified games on the physical activity participation of Grade 5 MAPEH pupils at Mindanao State University–Integrated Laboratory School (MSU-ILS). A classroom-based...

Theatre for Development and School Truancy Reduction in Ghanaian Basic Schools: A Community–School Partnership Model in Gomoa Mankoadze, Central Region of Ghana

Authors: Evans Asante, Gloria Serwaa Boakye, Frank Oppong, Bless Etornam Agbo

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300062

Abstract: Truancy remains a persistent challenge in Ghanaian basic schools despite national education policies aimed at ensuring universal access and retention. This study examines the application of Theatre fo...

E-Learning Accessibility in Remote Alternative Learning System Contexts

Authors: Sherdelle M. Iyana, Roselyn G. Malong

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300063

Abstract: The integration of e-learning has emerged as a key strategy for expanding educational access among marginalized learners, particularly within the Alternative Learning System (ALS) serving geographical...

The Influence of Principal on Teachers’ Job Performance in Secondary Schools in Ovia, Edo State Nigeria

Authors: Olley Faith, Olley Mitsan, Igbinosun Blessing Modupe, Justice Tenna Ogbaburu, Erhijakpor Judith Eseoghene

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300064

Abstract: This study examined the influence of principals’ administrative roles on teachers’ job performance in secondary schools in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria. The study wa...

Applying Open Systems Theory to Post-Contract Public Project Governance in Malaysia

Authors: Muhamad Ghazali Mamat @ Mansor, Yusri Hazrol Yusoff, Muhammad Nazmul Hoque

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300065

Abstract: Public project governance is essential for ensuring accountability, transparency, and performance in the public sector. In Malaysia, persistent cost overruns, implementation delays, audit noncomplianc...

Media, Hate Speech, and National Cohesion in Nigeria: An Empirical Study of Media Discourse and Security Implications (2018–2025)

Authors: Simon Terngu UWUA

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300066

Abstract: Hate speech has become a persistent feature of Nigeria’s media environment, particularly within digital and political communication spaces. This study empirically examines how hate speech is produce...

Staging Civic Resistance: Protest, Performance, and Political Intervention in Ola Rotimi’s Hopes of the Living Dead

Authors: Ejembi Emmanuel Ejembi, Don Saa-Aondo Lorngurum

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300067

Abstract: Ola Rotimi’s Hopes of the Living Dead occupies a central place within Nigerian protest theatre, mobilizing narrative, performance, and audience engagement to critique governance, social injustice, a...

Comparative Analysis of Brand Copywriting in the Generative AI Advertising Era

Authors: Nur Nadira Binti Mohammad Bashir

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300069

Abstract: The rapid diffusion of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed digital advertising practices, particularly within social media environments where brand communication increasingly relie...

Role of Social Studies Pedagogical Approaches in Empowering Nigerian Youths for Institutional Stability and Peaceful Social Participation

Authors: OPARINDE, Folasade Odunola, AJOGBEJE, Olamide Olutoke, OLOIDI, Christiana Kikelomo

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300070

Abstract: Youth restiveness, political violence, and declining civic responsibility remain persistent challenges threatening institutional stability in Nigeria. These realities raise concerns regarding the effe...

The French Colonial Healthcare System in Cochinchina (Indochina) During the Colonial Period: Modernization or a Colonial Tool?

Authors: Huynh Trung Hon, Pham Duc Thuan

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300071

Abstract: This article analyzes the healthcare system established by the French government in Cochinchina from the latter half of the 19th century to 1945. Based on colonial sources such as Annuaire de la Cochi...

Perception of Male Criminology Students on Female Internship Haircut

Authors: Edcel Jane N. Sedeño, Ever Sweet A. Catane, Mariel D. Fabringa, John Daryl N. Acas, Dr. Junvil A. Insong

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300072

Abstract: This study explored the perceptions of male criminology students regarding the “boy cut” hairstyle required of female interns during criminology training. Using a qualitative phenomenological desi...

From Invisible Leaks to Measurable Data: A Statistical Analysis of Water Piping Systems: Patterns, Causes, and Predictive Indications in Pulilan, Bulacan

Authors: Domingo, Reylie K., Eugenio, Andre Dennise C., Fulo, Jose S., San Pedro, Clark S., Navarra, Lech Walesa M.

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300073

Abstract: The study emphasizes the overall analysis and understanding of factors that can cause piping leakages, patterns that can arise from said leaks, and ways to identify indicators that can assist in the h...

Financial Behavior Relative to Financial Literacy and Financial Capability of Business Graduate Students

Authors: Joseph Elmer G. Noval, Ma. Preciosa B. Cedeño, Noime Marie M. Cañete, Bryan L. Catulong, Ritchlie May P. Cona, Jessa E. Horcerada, Ameril B. Maluag, Rhianar Nicole E. Ubando

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300074

Abstract: Many individuals are unable to get optimal use of available funds and find it difficult to deal with economic situation due to inability to manage financial behavior. This study was conducted to deter...

Ecofeminist Politics and Patriarchal Resistance: Emmanuel Mbogo’s Theatrical Staging of Wangari Maathai’s Activism in Africa

Authors: Felistas Richard Mahonge

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300075

Abstract: African ecofeminist scholarship has increasingly emphasized the intersections of gender, ecology, and power, yet little attention has been given to how theatre mediates these struggles and translates ...

Exploring the Lived Experiences of Para-athletes in Cebu: A Qualitative Study

Authors: Camille M. Cuyag, Catherine Mae Campos

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300076

Abstract: This qualitative study explored the lived experiences of para-athletes in Cebu, Philippines, emphasizing how they navigated personal and structural challenges, sustained motivation, and constructed pe...

Sectoral Composition of Government Expenditure and Development Outcomes in Nigeria

Authors: Nsisong Effiong Etim, Nseabasi Fortune Archibong

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300077

Abstract: The budget is the primary function of the government. Due to inefficiency of sectoral allocations in Nigeria, the study therefore seeks to examine how sectoral composition of government expenditure in...

The Contributions of Exports to Economic Growth. A Confirmation of Export-Led Growth Hypothesis in Uganda.

Authors: Oumo Bosco, Kiweewa Emmanuel, Bernard Ojonugwa Anthony, Muhereza franklin, Friday Ogbu Edeh

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300078

Abstract: This study examines the contributions of exports to economic growth in Uganda. An Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) modelling framework was employed. Using annual data spanning 35 years, the stud...

Tension, Mistrust, and Social Dichotomy Between War Veterans and Communities in Zimbabwe: A Paradox of Privilege and Disconnection

Authors: Tongai Dana, Charles Chiponda

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300079

Abstract: This study investigates the roots of tension, mistrust, and social dichotomy between war veterans and communities in Zimbabwe, across the 10 provinces. Despite multiple welfare interventions, includin...

The Human Cost of Hyperconnectivity: Reviewing the Link between Digital Communication and Employee Mental Wellbeing

Authors: Rosliza Md Zani, Syukriah Ali, Shakirah Mohd Saad, Anita Abu Hassan, Mursyda Mahshar

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300080

Abstract: In today’s hyperconnected workplace, digital communication has become essential for collaboration and productivity but also a major source of psychological strain. Employees’ continuous exposure t...

An Enhanced Implementation of Digital Bar Certification Systems of the Records Division in the Office of the Bar Confidant

Authors: Ronson D. Retes

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300081

Abstract: This study aims to investigate the Enhancement of Digital Bar Certification Systems implementation within the Bar Records Division. Random sampling technique was used to target two primary stakeholde...

English for Academic Purposes Teacher Identity Negotiation, Positive Emotions, and the Act of Becoming

Authors: Plamen S. Kushkiev

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300082

Abstract: This reflective article presents a critical analysis of doctoral study results, which shed light on how the researcher’s perceptions as a Canadian English for Academic Purposes (EAP) educator during...

The Mediating Role of Social Anxiety Cognition on the Relationship between Computer Literacy Skills and Self-Motivation

Authors: Heart May J. Perez, Terrence C. Manlunas, Aang Jeneano L. Lucero, Lourence D. Opeña, Benz B. Reyes, Brigette S. Arellano, Joshua A. Alon, Joshua A. Donato, Lyka G. Galloniga, Martin Kaye P. Martinez, Marjun J. Penegan, Jayven E. Impas, Michael M. Megabon, Nel Ailyn P. Ramos, Riza Joy E. Jancinal, Noli P. Julosan

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300083

Abstract: This study examined the mediating role of social anxiety cognition on the relationship between computer literacy skills and self-motivation among Computer System Servicing (CSS) students of Lorenzo S....

Taboo Words in Social Media: An Analysis of Their Use and Normalization

Authors: Amelyn Q. Sanchez, Arlene P. Pagay, Marvin M. Inay, April B. Verdadero, Dr. Elizabeth C. Fetalvero

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300084

Abstract: This study looked at how Filipino social media users use taboo language in online conversations. It focused on the communicative purposes, contextual meanings, and sociocultural mechanisms that make t...

Negotiating Cultural Hybridity in Chinese Art Song Performance: A Conceptual Review

Authors: Zhang Jianyue, Yap Jin Hin

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300085

Abstract: Chinese art song represents a distinctive vocal tradition that emerged from the interaction between indigenous Chinese musical aesthetics and Western classical vocal techniques. Since the early twenti...

The Influence of Digital Skills and Attitude towards Technology on Learning Engagement

Authors: Jebie M. Abais, Adrian P. Acido, Jarred R. Balicat, Roland C. Dagami, Romz Juryle S. Deparoco, Michelle P. Gabato, Presnel Jay C. Jover, Eloiza Jane P. Loyo, Phyron Luna, Jean D. Lucero, Crian Lanz C. Otanes, Xyron M. Panaligan, James Jekyll A. Relampagos, Jay M. Ruales, Darvy John T. Tabudlong, Recca Pearl J. Villaruel

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300086

Abstract: This study examined the influence of digital skills and attitudes toward technology on learning engagement of Computer Systems Servicing (CSS) students at Lorenzo S. Sarmiento Sr. National High School...

Hedging in ESL Academic Essays: A Corpus-Based Analysis of Malaysian Undergraduate Writing

Authors: Janaki Manokaran

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300087

Abstract: Hedging and stance markers play an important role in academic writing because they allow writers to express evaluation and manage the strength of their claims. However, these linguistic features can b...

Mapping Technological Frontiers in Construction Planning and Scheduling: A Bibliometric Review (2015-2025)

Authors: Mohd Haykal Adli Abdul Rahman, Nurshikin Mohamad Shukery, Abdul Rashid Zailan, Muhamad Norfiqiri Hamid

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300088

Abstract: Construction planning and scheduling remain critical processes in project management, yet projects frequently experiences delay due to complex coordination, resource constraints, and dynamic project n...

Neglect of the Boy Child amid Girl Child Empowerment in Zimbabwe: A Scoping Review and Baseline Evidence Map of Psychological and Sociological Implications

Authors: Marks Chitaka, Dr Tatenda Chitaka

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300090

Abstract: Background: Zimbabwe’s girl-child empowerment initiatives have achieved notable educational milestones, with primary school completion rates of 89% for girls and 78% for boys (Mugabe & Ndlovu, 2022;...

Socioeconomic Background and Self-Efficacy as Predictors of Emotional Resilience among In-School Adolescents in Abeokuta, Nigeria

Authors: Olawale Idowu Babalola, Olabode Mumud Ojuolape PhD

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300091

Abstract: The concept of adolescence is often based on the idea that it is a stormy period of development, where the person goes through maturation, identity-making, and increased vulnerability to the judgment ...

Influence of Bilingual Instruction on Mathematics achievement and Retention of Junior Secondary School Students in North-East, Nigeria

Authors: Agah, P. M, Maigana, B. M

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300092

Abstract: This study investigated the effect of bilingual (Margi-English) instruction on mathematics achievement, retention, and gender performance among Margi-speaking Junior Secondary School students in North...

Typology of Stressors and Adaptive Responses in Physical Therapy Board Exam Preparation towards Creation of Well-Being Programs

Authors: Julian Philip D. Lacanlale

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300093

Abstract: The preparation on board exams for licensure as a physical therapist is a major and stressful event for would-be professionals. Sources of stress include overload and underperformance, personal proble...

Collaborative Governance and Sustainable Youth Empowerment in Lagos and Osun States, Nigeria

Authors: Odunola Motunrayo Aikomo, Abidemi Abiola Isola, PhD, Chibuzor Ayodele Nwaodike, PhD

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300094

Abstract: Youth empowerment in Nigeria continues to be constrained by limited access to learning opportunities, skills acquisition, employment, entrepreneurial financing, leadership inclusion, and democratic pa...

Education Approached from Psychological, Sociological and Philosophical Perspectives: An Analytical and Comprehensive Study

Authors: Jalal ZALZOULI, Dr. Rachid Agliz, Dr. Hanane El Aissi

DOI: 10.47772/IJRISS.2026.100300095

Abstract: The interdisciplinary nature of education has made of it the subject matter of many scientific disciplines among which there are philosophy of education, sociology of education and educational psychol...