Acceptability of an Early Childhood Learning Center
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Early Childhood, Learning Center, Acceptability, Feasibility, 4Ps, Negros Occidental, PhilippinesAbstract
Understanding the learning center's acceptance requires analyzing its product, pricing, location, and promotion feasibility. In this premise, this paper analyzed the acceptability of an early childhood learning center. Data needed for this descriptive paper was collected from 195 homeowners using a survey questionnaire that has hurdled the rigorous tests of validity and reliability. The ensuing analysis showed that most homeowners were older women with incomes higher than the average. Moreover, the data gathered indicates a very high level of acceptability for the learning center in terms of product, price, promotion, and place. Meanwhile, no significant difference was observed when respondents were grouped by age, sex, or income. The result implies that age, sex, and income do not significantly impact the level of acceptance of a learning center. Lastly, establishing a learning center is highly possible due to its widespread acceptance and consistent interest across various demographic groups; thus, it will serve as the foundation for a feasibility study.
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