Mapping Themes And Identifying Gaps In De La Salle Santiago Zobel School Research For A Comprehensive Agenda

Abstract

The establishment of the De La Salle Santiago Zobel School (DLSZ) Research Office has identified the pillars of the institution's research culture through its initiatives, underscoring the institutional research goals and anchors of the research priorities based on the DLSZ Strategic Plan Framework. As the research culture gradually develops, the growth of research engagement of personnel becomes evident leading to an increase in research outputs. The present study synthesizes 18 research outputs of administrators and faculty members from AY 2021-2022 until AY 2023-2024, at the height of research development required for a capacity-building workshop. Analysis of the studies were conducted in terms of key characteristics and research goals. The findings reveal alignment of the research goals with the DLSZ strategic goals of Academic Excellence, Operational Excellence, and Impact to Society, with a few studies addressing multiple goals. Several common themes associated with the strategic goals emerged, including enhancement of academic outcomes, technology integration in teaching and learning, leadership and professional development for students and educators, and post-pandemic educational adaptations. However, the present study identified the need to explore longitudinal studies, holistic factors integration, and ethical implications in the use of technology, which through prioritization can strengthen the research agenda.