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Coleman's Social Capital Theory: The Participatory Educational Governance on Brigada Eskwela

byKarlyn Michelle A. Bonggo, MAED; April Joy G. Cezar, MAED; Dr. Gladys S. Escarlos

Published December 10, 2025  •  Vol. 10, Issue 11, pp. 511–518Open Access
DOI: 10.51584/IJRIAS.2025.101100048

Abstract

This study explores the application of James Coleman's Social Capital Theory within the context of participatory educational governance, focusing on the community-based program Brigada Eskwela in the Philippines. It examines how social relationships, trust, and norms embedded in community networks foster cooperative participation and collective responsibility in education. The paper highlights the role of participatory governance in promoting effective school management and enhancing educational outcomes. By analyzing Brigada Eskwela through the lens of social capital, the study underscores the practical implications for sustaining community-driven educational initiatives and improving governance structures in public education.

Keywords: Social Capital Theory, Participatory Governance, Brigada Eskwela, Educational Policy

JournalInternational Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS)
ISSN2454-6194
Volume / IssueVolume 10, Issue 11
Pages511–518
Publication dateDecember 10, 2025
DOI10.51584/IJRIAS.2025.101100048
PublisherRSIS International
LicenseOpen Access

How to cite this article

Karlyn Michelle A. Bonggo, MAED, April Joy G. Cezar, MAED, & Dr. Gladys S. Escarlos (2025). Coleman's Social Capital Theory: The Participatory Educational Governance on Brigada Eskwela. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS), 10(11), 511-518. https://doi.org/10.51584/IJRIAS.2025.101100048

BibTeX

@article{Karlyn2025,
  title   = {Coleman's Social Capital Theory: The Participatory Educational Governance on Brigada Eskwela},
  author  = {Karlyn Michelle A. Bonggo, MAED and April Joy G. Cezar, MAED and Dr. Gladys S. Escarlos},
  journal = {International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS)},
  volume  = {10},
  number  = {11},
  pages   = {511--518},
  year    = {2025},
  doi     = {10.51584/IJRIAS.2025.101100048},
  publisher = {RSIS International}
}