APPENDICES

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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato
Philippines
APPLICATION
Appendix A. Application FOR
for Research RESEARCH ADVISER
Adviser

August 29, 2023

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD

Department of Criminal Justice Education
College of Arts and Social Sciences
USM, Kabacan, Cotabato

Sir / Madam:

I would like to request that you will be my Research adviser effective 1 st semester, SY
2023-2024. I intend to work on “THE EXTENT OF IMPLEMENTATION OF CONFLICT
RESOLUTION IN BARANGAY, BANNAWAG, KABACAN, NORTH COTABATO.”

I am hoping for your most favorable approval on this request. Thank you very much.

Very truly yours,

R
UEL N. COPLETING
Printed Name and Signature of Student

APPROVED

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD

Adviser
____________________
Date

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato
Philippines

USM-EDR-F01-Rev.3.2020.02.24
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Appendix B. Application for Research Title

APPLICATION FOR RESEARCH TITLE
August 29, 2023
MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD
Chairperson, Department of Criminal Justice Education

SIR/MADAM:

I would like to request your office to allow me to research on the study entitled “THE
EXTENT OF IMPLEMENTATION OF CONFLICT RESOLUTION IN BARANGAY,
BANNAWAG, KABACAN, NORTH COTABATO.”

The study has the following objectives:

1. Identify the recorded cases occurred from the year 2020-2023.
2. Determine the level of extent of implementation of the Conflict
Resolution by the respondents in terms of Operation, Satisfaction of
Clients involved, and Referral of cases.
3. Seek IEC material about procedure of Conflict Resolution.
Very truly yours,

RUEL N. COPLETING
Printed Name and Signature of Student

NOTED

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD ________________

Adviser Date

VICENTE T. DELOS REYES, PhD ________________

Department Research Coordinator Date

ROWELL P. NITAFAN, MPA ________________

College Research Coordinator Date

APPROVED

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD ________________

Department Chairperson Date

USM-EDR-F02-Rev.4.2021.11.04
Appendix C. Estimated Budget of the Research

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato
Philippines
ESTIMATED BUDGET OF THE RESEARCH
Title of Study
“THE EXTENT OF IMPLEMENTATION OF CONFLICT RESOLUTION IN
BARANGAY BANNAWAG, KABACAN, NORTH COTABATO”

ITEMS/DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED COST

MAINTENANCE AND OPERATING EXPENSES (MOE)
1. OUTLINE DEFENSE FEE……………………………..………….. 775
2. PRINTED OUTLINE & QUESTIONNAIRES ………………….1000
3. TRANSPORTATION & FOOD FEES……………………………1000
4. TRANSACTION FEES………………………………………………1000

Grand Total PHP 3,775.00

Prepared and submitted by:

RUEL N. COPLETING
Printed Name and Signature of the Student

NOTED

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD ___________________________

Adviser Date

VICENTE T. DELOS REYES, PhD ___________________________

Department Research Coordinator Date

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD ___________________________

Department Chairperson Date

USM-EDR-F06-Rev.3.2020.02.24
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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato
Philippines

APPLICATION FOR THESIS OUTLINE DEFENSE

Appendix D. Application for Thesis Outline Defense
Name RUEL N.COPLETING
Major N/A
Degree Sought BS CRIMINOLOGY
Specialization N/A
Thesis Title THE EXTENT OF IMPLEMENTATION OF CONFLICT RESOLUTION
IN BARABGAY BANNAWAG, KABACAN, NORTH COTABATO

MEMBERS OF THE EXAMINING COMMITTEE

Name Signature Date

ERWIN A. MALLO, PhD PD __________________ __________________

BERNARD M. ESCARZA, MA Philo
BONIFACIO C. SOLSOLOY, MA Philo
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL:
MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD
Adviser
N/A
College Statistician
__________________ __________________
__________________ __________________
N/A
Co-Adviser
APPROVED:
VICENTE T. DELOS REYES, PhD
Department Research Coordinator

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD

Department Chairperson

REPORT ON THE RESULT OF EXAMINATION

Name Signature Remarks
ERWIN A. MALLO, PhD PD ___________________ __________________
BERNARD M. ESCARZA, MA Philo ___________________ __________________
BONIFACIO C. SOLSOLOY, MA Philo ___________________ __________________

APPROVED:

VICENTE T. DELOS REYES, PhD

Department Research Coordinator
_____________________
Date

USM-EDR-F07-Rev.3.2020.02.24
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Appendix E. Letter to the

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato
Philippines
LETTER TO THE RESPONDENTS

January 2024

Dear Respondent

I am Ruel N. Copleting the researcher, a third year Bachelor of Science in Criminology

student of the University of Southern Mindanao, Kabacan, Cotabato. I am asking your
spare time to answer my questionnaire of my study entitled "THE EXTENT OF
IMPLEMENTATION OF CONFLICT RESOLUTION IN BARANGAY BANNAWAG,
KABACAN, NORTH COTABATO".

Furthermore, I am requesting you in as much as you can to be honest in answering

my questionnaire. Rest assured that your personal information will be kept with
utmost confidentiality.

I am hoping for your cooperation regarding this matter.

Thank you very much.

Respectfully yours,

RUEL N. COPLETING
Researcher

Endorsed by:

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD

Adviser

Noted by:

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD

Department Chairperson

VICENTE T. DELOS REYES, PhD

Department Research Coordinator
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Appendix F. Letter of Permission to the Head Office

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato
Philippines
LETTER OF PERMISSION TO THE HEAD OFFICE

January 2024

MARCOS F. MONDERIN, JD
Dean, College of Arts and Social Sciences
University of Southern Mindanao
Kabacan, Cotabato

Sir:

I am a third year Bachelor of Science in Criminology of the Department of Criminal

Justice Education, College of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Southern
Mindanao, Kabacan, Cotabato. One of the requirements for the completion of this
degree is having a research study.

In this connection, I would like to seek your approval to allow me to present the
research study entitled “THE EXTENT OF IMPLEMENTATION OF CONFLICT
RESOLUTION IN BARANGAY BANNAWAG, KABACAN, NORTH COTABATO”.

I am hoping for your kind approval on this matter.

Thank you very much and more power.

Respectfully yours,

RUEL N. COPLETING
Researcher

Noted by:

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD

Adviser

Attested by:

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD

Department Chairperson
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Kabacan, Cotabato
Philippines
Appendix G. Letter to the Barangay Captain
LETTER TO THE BARANGAY CAPTAIN

January 2024

HON. RODEL B. LAOAGAN

Barangay Captain
Brgy. Bannawag, Kabacan, North Cotabato.

Sir:

I am Ruel N. Copleting, a student from Department of Criminal Justice Education,

College of Arts and Social Sciences. I am currently working on my research study
entitled "THE EXTENT OF IMPLEMENTATION OF CONFLICT RESOLUTION IN
BARANGAY BANNAWAG, KABACAN, NORTH COTABATO", as part of our
requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Science in Criminology.

In this connection, I would like to ask permission from your good office to allow me to
conduct my research study at Brgy. Bannawag, Kabacan, North Cotabato. I
guarantee that the data gathered will be kept confidential and be used intended for
research only.

I am hoping for you favorable and positive response on the matter.

Respectfully yours,

RUEL N. COPLETING
Researcher

Noted by:

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD

Adviser

Approved by:

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD

Department Chairperson
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Appendix H. Research Survey Questionnaire

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato Philippines

RESEARCH SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE

Survey Questionnaire

Part I – Socio-demographics Information

Name:_______________ Gender:________________
(Optional)
Age:_________________ Civil Status:_____________

Tribe:________________

Direction: For each statement in the survey, please indicate how much you
agree or disagree with the statement by putting a check in the box on the
right side of each statement. There are no right or wrong answers. Your
answer will be kept strictly confidential and you will not be identified.

Legend/Verbal Continuum
Rating Verbal Description Verbal Interpretation
4 Strongly Agree Fully implemented
3 Agree Implemented
2 Disagree Partially Implemented
1 Strongly Disagree Not Implemented

Part II – The Extent of Implementation of Conflict Resolution in Barangay

Bannawag, Kabacan, North Cotabato.
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2.1
Operation: Persons involved in the conflict resolution. 4 3 2 1
Observes settlement procedures such as proper sending
of notices, proper hearing, recording of disputes and
referral of cases to other agencies
Observes settlement deadlines and award period in
accordance with the law
Maintains records of cases including minutes of hearings
or meetings

Submits reports to concerned agencies on time

Conducts Monthly meetings exclusively on Barangay
Justice Matters only
General Assessment

2.2

Referral of Cases: Persons involved in conflict 4 3 2 1

resolution.
Shows respect to both parties in their decision if they
want to refer the case to other agency
Manifest proper endorsement of the case to other
agencies not failing under the original jurisdiction of the
system
Observes a proper way of attending to medical needs
in cases of violence or other cases in need of first aid
Forwards referral to any disputes not settled amicably
within the prescribed period
Observes the use and submission of legal
requirements such as letters of endorsements, copies
of statements to requesting party or to the referred
agencies
General Assessment

2.3
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Satisfaction of clients involved: Persons included 4 3 2 1

in the conflict resolution.
Uses settlement procedures that are conformity
with the values and norms existing in the
community
Provides both parties an equal opportunity to
present themselves or their evidences
Respects each parties’ indifference and does not
judge quickly
Accepts the arbitrations made by the Lupon
Tagapamayapa members or Pangkat relatively
with the disputes of adversaries
Observes the privacy of case to other
constituents who are not involved

General Assessment
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Appendix I. Permission Letter to the Author

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato
Philippines
PERMISSION LETTER TO THE AUTHOR

November 2023

LESLIE ANN S. GONZALES

International Journal of Research Publications

Ma'am:

I am Ruel N. Copleting, a third year Bachelor of Science in Criminology student of

the University of Southern Mindanao, Kabacan, Cotabato. One of the requirements
for the completion of this degree is to conduct a research study.

In this connection, I am humbly asking your kind approval to please allow me to use
your research questionnaire in a study entitled “THE EXTENT OF
IMPLEMENTATION OF CONFLICT RESOLUTION IN BARANGAY BANNAWAG,
KABACAN, NORTH COTABATO”.

I am hoping for your kind and immediate positive response on this request Your
approval will be great help to the success of this academic endeavor.

Thank you very much.

Respectfully yours,

RUEL N. COPLETING
Researcher

Endorsed by:

MARIZ P. BALQUIN, PhD

Adviser

Noted by:

VICENTE T. DELOS REYES, PhD

Department Research Coordinator
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Kabacan, Cotabato Philippines

VALIDATION FORM
Appendix J. Validation Form
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Appendix J. Validation Form
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato Philippines

VALIDATION FORM
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Appendix J. Validation Form

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato Philippines

VALIDATION FORM
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Appendix K. Certification of English Critic

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato
Philippines

CERTIFICATION OF ENGLISH CRITIC

This is to certify that the research outline entitled “THE EXTENT OF

IMPLEMENTATION OF CONFLICT RESOLUTION IN BARANGAY
BANNAWAG, KABACAN, NORTH COTABATO” prepared and submitted by
RUEL N. COPLETING in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree
of BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINOLOGY has been read and edited by
the undersigned.

Certified by:

ORFELINA M. AJERO, PhD

English Critic
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Appendix L. Curriculum Vitae

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO

Kabacan, Cotabato
Philippines

CURRICULUM VITAE

RUEL N. COPLETING
Bannawag, Kabacan, North Cotabato
09652033738
ruelcopleting@gmail.com

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Last Name Copleting

First Name Ruel

Middle Name Nomos

Nickname Amay

Age 20

Nationality Filipino

Religion Churchbof God

Civil Status Single

Father’s Name Noel C. Copleting

Mother’s Name Rosana N. Copleting

Educational Background
Elementary Bannawag Elementary School

Junior High School Bannawag National High School

Senior High School Bannawag National High School

Tertiary University of Southern Mindanao