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Umayanig: Cracking College Students’ Understanding of Earthquake Terminology

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  • Chikyna May B. Ganzo

    (UM Panabo College, Department of Teacher Education Panabo City, Davao del Norte)

  • Nathalie C. Planas

    (UM Panabo College, Department of Teacher Education Panabo City, Davao del Norte)

  • Lee Kent T. Becira

    (UM Panabo College, Department of Teacher Education Panabo City, Davao del Norte)

  • Joel C. Tahimic

    (UM Panabo College, Department of Teacher Education Panabo City, Davao del Norte)

Abstract

This study determined the level of understanding of earthquake terminology among Bachelor of Secondary Education majors in English students at UM Panabo College. This study aimed to identify the earthquake terms students understood most and least, and to provide intervention materials for difficult terms. The study followed a quantitative descriptive research approach, using a checklist of earthquake terminology evaluated by professionals to ensure clarity and reliability. A total of 161 respondents took part in the survey by indicating whether they understood the selected earthquake terms. The acquired data were analyzed using statistical techniques, including frequency counts, percentage distributions, and standard deviations. The results showed that students understood commonly used earthquake terms better than technical and scientific terminology. Therefore, the study recommended improving the integration of disaster education and developing intervention resources to increase students’ understanding of earthquake-related terminology and concepts.

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  • Chikyna May B. Ganzo & Nathalie C. Planas & Lee Kent T. Becira & Joel C. Tahimic, 2026. "Umayanig: Cracking College Students’ Understanding of Earthquake Terminology," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS), vol. 11(6), pages 3934-3943, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjf:journl:v:11:y:2026:i:6:p:3934-3943
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