Improving students’ attendance in Values Education classes during Catch-Up Fridays through collaborative game-based learning

Authors

  • Ivann P. Barcos Faculty of Teacher Education, College of Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines
  • Erica V. Libres Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines
  • Jessa L. Angcay Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines
  • Maeriel D. Bitos Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines
  • Jessel Mae P. Juaton Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines
  • Caryl Kaye B. Juanillo Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines
  • Jay C. Bansale Faculty of Teacher Education, College of Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61251/ijoep.v2i2.120

Keywords:

collaborative game based learning, Catch-up Fridays, Values Education, students attendance

Abstract

This study aimed to improve the attendance of 36 Grade 8 Santan students in Values Education classes during Catch-Up Fridays through Collaborative Game-Based Learning. Using a mixed-method design, the study evaluated attendance trends before and after the intervention. Quantitative data were collected from School Form 2 (SF2) to measure attendance, and a paired sample t-test revealed a significant increase in mean attendance values, from 3.47 to 4.47, with a p-value of less than 0.05, confirming the intervention's effectiveness. Qualitative data were gathered through a focus group discussion (FGD) and a thematic analysis following Braun and Clarke's (2006) framework was used to examine how students find Collaborative Game-Based Learning as an intervention to improve attendance. Students’ responses from the FGD showed that Collaborative Game-Based fosters student engagement, enhances participation, and creates a fun and dynamic learning environment.

Author Biographies

Ivann P. Barcos, Faculty of Teacher Education, College of Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines

Ivann Pacayde Barcos, Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines Ivann Pacayde Barcos earned his undergraduate degree in Secondary Education, specializing in Social Studies, at Visayas State University. He completed his pre-service teaching program at Baybay National High School. The author’s research interests include education and the social sciences, with a commitment to fostering critical and socially aware learners who are competent for nation building. Email Address: ivannbarcos@gmail.com

Erica V. Libres, Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines

Erica V. Libres earned her undergraduate degree in Secondary Education, majoring in Social Studies, from Visayas State University. She completed her pre-service teaching at Baybay National High School. She is passionate about teaching and deeply committed to inspiring the younger generation to become globally competitive individuals, particularly in the fields of research and development. She can be contacted at libreserica03@gmail.com

Jessa L. Angcay, Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines

Jessa Angcay took her undergraduate degree in secondary education major in social studies from Visayas State University. She completed her practice teaching program at baybay National High School Her professional goal is to contribute to the development of holistic learners through creative and meaningful instruction. She can be contacted at angcayjessa14@gmail.com

Maeriel D. Bitos, Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines

Maeriel D. Bitos is pursuing a Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Social Studies at Visayas State University. She completed her practice teaching at Baybay National High School, where she developed her skills in lesson planning, instruction, and assessment. Her passion lies in cultivating critical and socially responsible learners who can contribute meaningfully to community and nation building. She can be contacted at maerielbitos123@gmail.com

Jessel Mae P. Juaton, Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines

Jessel Mae P. Juaton, took her undergraduate degree at Visayas State University, specializing in Social Studies. She completed her teaching internship program at Baybay National High School. She is driven to aspire young minds to think critically and empower them to understand society, culture, and history as tools for creating positive change. She can be contacted at juatonjesselmae@gmail.com

Caryl Kaye B. Juanillo, Faculty of Teacher Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines

Caryl Kaye B. Juanillo took her undergraduate degree in Secondary Education with a specialization in Social Studies, at the Visayas State University. During her pre-service teaching program, she gained practical experience at Baybay National High School. Driven by a profound commitment to the social sciences, she endeavors to inspire and educate the next generation, with the ultimate goal of cultivating competent and responsible individuals who will make a meaningful contribution to society. She can be contacted at caryljuanillo3@gmail.com

Jay C. Bansale, Faculty of Teacher Education, College of Education, Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte, Philippines

Jay C. Bansale is an Assistant Professor of the Faculty of Teacher Education of Visayas State University. He Chairs the Social Studies Unit of the Department of Secondary Education. He can be contacted at jay.bansale@vsu.edu.ph

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2025-08-31

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Barcos, I. P., Libres, E. V., Angcay, J. L., Bitos, M. D., Juaton, J. M. P., Juanillo, C. K. B., & Bansale, J. C. (2025). Improving students’ attendance in Values Education classes during Catch-Up Fridays through collaborative game-based learning. Indonesian Journal of Education and Pedagogy, 2(2), 106–119. https://doi.org/10.61251/ijoep.v2i2.120

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