Abstract

Author:
Ma. Rona D. Sahagun, Allen E Pasia, Perlas Janice C. Sandoval, Julieta V. Alipio, Livien U. Ciabal

Doi: 10.26480/mmhj.01.2024.30.38

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The researchers conducted a study to examine how coping styles, research capabilities, competencies, and motivation influence college students’ attitudes toward research. Utilizing a descriptive correlational and predictive research design, the study focused on selected students from a state university in Laguna. Its primary aim was to provide insights for enhancing the research capabilities of students at LSPU.To assess students’ responses to stressors, the study employed the Brief-COPE questionnaire, which categorized coping strategies into problem-focused, emotion-focused, or avoidant. The findings revealed that students demonstrated a low level of avoidant coping style but exhibited high levels of problem-focused and emotion-focused coping styles. Additionally, the students showed moderate research capability, motivation, and competencies, while their attitudes toward research were consistently at a high level.The study found that coping styles significantly influenced attitudes toward research capabilities, motivation, and competence, albeit with low positive correlations. Research-related factors displayed moderate to strong correlations with attitudes toward research. Notably, coping strategies were shown to have a substantial impact on students’ research abilities and attitudes, accounting for 57% of the variability in their attitudes toward research.Regression analysis further emphasized the critical role of motivation, capability, and emotion-focused coping in fostering positive attitudes toward research. These findings suggest that students who employ effective coping strategies, possess strong research capabilities, and demonstrate high motivation are more likely to develop a positive attitude toward research.