IJECE Published Articles

Abstract This study examined the research culture of Surigao del Norte State University and developed an Evidence-Based Institutional Research Culture Framework grounded in empirical findings and organizational theory. Guided by Schein’s Organizational Culture Theory, the study investigated the institutional research environment, leadership, governance and research support, individual research capability, institutional enablers and operational conditions, research engagement, and research productivity. A theory-informed exploratory sequential mixed methods design was employed. Qualitative data were gathered through interviews and focus group discussions with selected faculty members and administrators, while quantitative data were collected using validated survey instruments. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, multiple regression, exploratory factor analysis, and structural equation modeling. The findings indicated that the university demonstrated a generally high level of research culture across the major dimensions examined. Significant relationships were identified among institutional structures, faculty capability, research engagement, and research productivity. The structural equation model further showed that institutional and individual factors significantly influenced research engagement and productivity. However, funding limitations, workload pressures, and infrastructure gaps remained major challenges. The integrated findings served as the basis for the development of an Evidence-Based Institutional Research Culture Framework intended to guide policy reform, faculty development, institutional support, and sustained research productivity in higher education institutions.