The pursuit of compelled students in Um Peñaplata college: a phenomenological study

Abstract

The purpose of this undertaking was to explore the lived experiences of 17 compelled students of UM Peñaplata College randomly selected from 61 focus group discussion (FGD) tentative participants to discover their feelings, pressures, and determine the possibility of finishing the course they are compelled to take. A phenomenological study like this one, identifies the "essence" of human experiences concerning a phenomenon, as described by participants and understands their "lived experiences" through extensive and prolonged engagement to develop patterns and relationships of meaning. In this process, the researchers "brackets" his or her own experiences in order to understand those of the participants in the study. Through the focus group discussions, aided with an interview guide, the findings revealed that all participants believed that they can possibly finish the course because of their commitment and strong motivation to just continue the course even if it weren't their choice. The participants, though they are compelled, still consider that they have to be striving hard to succeed. They look on to the bright side of life and take things as opportunities worthy of gratitude. Evidently, the participants are determined to pursue their course because they don't want to fail the expectation of their parents. From the perspectives of the