| Title: |
Interests of Gen Zs in rural communities: insights to strengthen the delivery of the Philippine PATH-Fit program |
| Authors: |
L. Tagare, Jr., Ruben; B. Esto, Jomar; Ann C. Tenebroso, Desiree; E. Inabangan, Jeahr; R. Pregunta, William; P. Acera, Erika; Lincoln C. Rivas, Jan; P. Avila, Claribel; Floyd M. Boyles, Pink |
| Source: |
International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE); Vol 14, No 4: August 2025; 3260-3272 ; 2620-5440 ; 2252-8822 ; 10.11591/ijere.v14i4 |
| Publisher Information: |
Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science |
| Publication Year: |
2025 |
| Subject Terms: |
Educational enrichment; Generation Z; Instructional adjustment; Rural communities; Students’ interests |
| Description: |
This study investigated the local interests of Generation Z (Gen Z) students in rural communities to strengthen the delivery of the Philippine physical activity towards health and fitness (PATH-Fit) program. Using a qualitative-ethnographic approach, insights were gathered from 20 carefully selected Gen Z students through open-ended questions validated by experts. The findings revealed seven key areas of interest: i) social media, videos, and the internet; ii) something profitable; iii) e-games; iv) sports and physical activities; v) going out and exploring; vi) church, reflection, and music; and vii) rest and sleep. This study concludes that the local interests of Gen Z students in rural communities paint a comprehensive picture of a generation adeptly balancing the digital and physical realms of their lives. From the appeal of social media, online ventures, and e-games to the grounding effects of sports, nature exploration, and spiritual practices, these students demonstrate a flexible approach to well-being and personal growth. Their focus on profitable online activities reflects a pragmatic response to economic challenges, while their commitment to physical activities and outdoor exploration underscores the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Their emphasis on church, reflection, music, rest, and sleep also highlights a holistic understanding of mental and emotional health. Together, these interests reveal a resourceful, adaptive generation that is deeply aware of the need for balance in an increasingly complex world. |
| Document Type: |
article in journal/newspaper |
| File Description: |
application/pdf |
| Language: |
English |
| Relation: |
https://ijere.iaescore.com/index.php/IJERE/article/view/33515/14617; https://ijere.iaescore.com/index.php/IJERE/article/view/33515 |
| DOI: |
10.11591/ijere.v14i4.33515 |
| Availability: |
https://ijere.iaescore.com/index.php/IJERE/article/view/33515; https://doi.org/10.11591/ijere.v14i4.33515 |
| Rights: |
Copyright (c) 2025 Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science ; http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0 |
| Accession Number: |
edsbas.61463FBA |
| Database: |
BASE |