ASSESSMENT ON DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, RELATED-KNOWLEDGE, AND ADAPTATION AMONG INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL STUDENTS

Abstract

This study aimed to assess disaster preparedness, disaster-related knowledge, and disaster adaptation among intermediate-level students. The study employed the non-experimental quantitative research design utilizing the descriptive-comparative method and stratified random sampling with Mean, t-test, and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) as statistical tools. Researchers used adapted and validated survey questionnaires in gathering the data from the seventy (70) target respondents. The result showed that the levels of students’ disaster preparedness, related knowledge and adaptation were high or oftentimes manifested. This means that students understand the importance of sharing knowledge and learning from experts, are confident in school preparedness, and are willing to engage in discussions about disasters with various groups. It was also found that the students’ demographic profiles do not have a significant difference in their disaster preparedness and disaster-related knowledge. There was a significant difference in the disaster adaptation of the students when analyzed according to grade level. However, no significant differences were found when analyzed according to gender and age. Overall results emphasize how crucial it is to have inclusive, effective, and context-sensitive disaster risk reduction (DRR) programs included in school curricula. Maintaining and reinforcing existing initiatives aimed at disaster preparedness, including sharing knowledge, learning from experts, and instilling confidence in school preparedness measures, is recommended. Article visualizations: