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Lived Experiences of Over-aged Completers in Open High School Program

Darcy Guy Mañebo | Randy Iniego | Mary Sue Lakambini Romero | Azalia Peyra | Mariel Claro

 

Abstract:

nt on model. nd quality ta. Isabel, evelopment Inc., resources. health and Studies on analysis of In INDRUM ve inquiry. 2), 36-57. on in the on. Higher ssment to the college nce. excellence. Publishers ?? Lived Experiences of Over-aged Completers in Open High School Program Darcy Guy Y. Mañebo Randy P. Iniego Mary Sue Lakambini B. Romero Azalia P. Peyra Mariel T. Claro Abstract Learning is a continuous process, and age should not hinder getting an education. This study explored the lived experiences of over-aged Junior High School completers under the Open High School Program (OHSP) for School Year 2021- 2022 in the Schools Division Office of Camarines Norte. A total of 7 informants, whose ages range from 24 to 51 years old, were purposively selected from 5 out of 9 public secondary schools that offer the program. Among the categories of qualitative research, this study particularly used phenomenology as its methodology and research design. The editing analysis style by Crabtree & Miller in 1999 was employed to examine and analyze data. This investigation captured and highlighted 7 themes, namely: (1) Reasons for Choosing OHSP, (2) Challenges & Hindrances in Studying, (3) the Support System in OHSP, (4) Learning Environment, (5) Inspiration & Perception of Educational Success, (6) Future Plans after OHSP Completion and (7) Life's Realizations and Advice to Over-aged Learners. All these themes have boiled down into one common desire of overaged completers - to live their dreams with gratitude because they believe that their destiny of a brighter future is through education.