On September 6, 2024, the StarGazer Mathematics Organization successfully conducted a training session titled “Empowering Researchers: Advancing Skills in Quantitative Data Analysis” at the Isabela State University-Angadanan Campus (ISU-AC). The event brought together students from the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) and Bachelor of Technical-Vocational Teacher Education (BTVTEd) programs, focusing on enhancing their quantitative research skills.

This training was attended by research enthusiasts from different year levels, including students from the 2nd and 3rd year of the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) program, as well as all 4th-year students from both BSEd and BTVTED programs.

The training was led by several faculty members, including Dr. Editha Bautista, Program Chairperson of BSEd; Assistant Prof. Eugelyn Felix, Adviser of the StarGazer Mathematics Organization; Assistant Prof. Jefferson Pascual, MSME; Mr. Jhamil Adams Rivera, COS Instructor; and Assistant Prof. Judith Daracan, Ph.D.

Moreover, the objectives of the event were to introduce the fundamental concepts and principles of quantitative data analysis, develop practical skills in applying descriptive statistics to effectively summarize and interpret data, provide knowledge and techniques for conducting comparative statistics to compare groups and test hypotheses, train participants in regression analysis methodologies for predicting outcomes and modeling variable relationships, and lastly, to apply quantitative analysis methods effectively in their research projects and academic work.

The event started with an insightful discussion address by Mr. Januard D. Dagdag, an esteemed teacher educator from ISU Roxas Campus. Mr. Dagdag emphasized the importance of quantitative data analysis in academic research and encouraged participants to use these skills to strengthen their future studies.

The day was divided into two parts: a seminar session in the morning, followed by a hands-on workshop in the afternoon, where students actively applied the concepts and techniques they had learned.

Meanwhile, the training aimed to be a valuable opportunity for aspiring researchers to enhance their skills and knowledge in quantitative data analysis. The seminar not only fostered a deeper understanding of data analysis methods but also prepared participants to effectively apply these techniques in their academic work and future research projects. With its success, the training has set a strong foundation for enhancing research capabilities within the university.

According to participants, the training was a valuable opportunity to enhance their data analysis skills, which are crucial for their ongoing and future research projects. The event underscored the commitment of ISU-AC to fostering a strong research culture among its students, with StarGazer Mathematics taking a leading role in this initiative.

With the success of the event, the StarGazer Mathematics Organization has set a high standard for future training sessions and contributed significantly to building the quantitative research capabilities of ISU students.

This seminar also connected to two Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 4: Quality Education and SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. The emphasis on developing research skills through education directly contributes to SDG 4, which aims to offer inclusive and equitable quality education and encourage lifelong learning opportunities for all. The training also contributes to SDG 9 by encouraging innovation and boosting research infrastructure inside the university. It also enables students to contribute to their academic subjects and stimulates the development of novel solutions to real-world challenges, thus fostering sustainable development.