LIVED EXPERIENCES OF TECHNICAL, VOCATIONAL, LIVELIHOOD TRACK (TVL) SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN WRITING TECHNICAL PAPERS IN THEIR CHOSEN TRACK: A QUALITATIVE INQUIRY

The purpose of This qualitative inquiry is to explore and understand the lived experiences of technical, vocational, and livelihood (TVL) senior high school students in writing technical papers in their chosen track within the Davao del Norte Division. This study aims to generate findings that will guide teachers in designing appropriate interventions to help students develop the necessary skills for writing technical papers in their chosen track. The participants are 14 TVL students from three different senior high schools in the Davao del Norte Division, selected through purposive sampling. Through in-depth interviews and focused group discussions the study identifies key challenges such as difficulties with grammar, problem in conceptualization, and meeting deadlines, as well as coping mechanisms like utilizing prior knowledge, resourcefulness, and seeking support. The results underscore the significance of considering online tools, English proficiency and awareness about prospective impacts of learning technical writing. The results of the study highlighted that innovative teaching strategies are required to help TVL students, such as digital literacy programs and mentoring procedures for further faculty enhancement on skills in reading technical writing. The implications call for a better understanding of TVL students' struggles, promoting an educational environment that values digital proficiency and effective communication. Future research should quantitatively examine these challenges' impacts and the role of AI tools in writing, aiming to develop targeted interventions for improved technical writing skills. KEYWORDS: TVL students, technical papers, qualitative study, lived experiences, writing challenges, teacher interventions. Davao del Norte