Eco-Friendly Production of an Alternative Chalk for Educational Institutions

Using a Recycled Eggshell

An Experimental Research

Presented to the Faculty

Senior High School Department

St. Robert’s International College

Jaro, Iloilo, City

In Partial Fulfilment of the Requirements for the Subject

Research in Daily Life 1

By

Ma. Khassandra Barrioga

Bregette Gabasa

Trescia Kim Reynoso

Jhonrehu Rafil

John Micheal Garfin

Jhoriel Concepcion

Daryll King Camorongan

Abigail Dalisay

March 2024
 CONTEXT AND RATIONALE (BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY)

For centuries chalk has always been a tool used for teaching, it is commonly found
inside classrooms, and can also be seen in different workplaces of different fields. Chalk
is a soft, fine-grained, easily pulverized, white-to-greyish variety of limestone.

The Republic of the Philippines is fighting against the hands of poverty, as its
roots have reached the doorsteps of our sacred schools. Education must be the key to a
successful life but to lose chalk, the symbol of educators indicates that we are moving
further away from what we see as the way to success. We have noticed that the
number of Chalk in public schools is becoming scarce because of the lack of supply in
most schools.

That is why we chose calcium carbonate crystals also known as eggshells as an

alternate material for chalk production due to their abundance as a material. Eggshells
are usually thrown into garbage bins and are commonly identified as kitchen junk.
Therefore, instead of disposing of them, we came up with the idea to use them as a
substitute for producing chalk.
 RESEARCH QUESTIONS (STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM)

This study aims to produce an Eco-Friendly alternative chalk that can be used in
educational institutions by using a recycled eggshell for production.

Specifically, this study sought to answer the following questions:

1. Does Alternative chalks function better than average chalks in terms of quality?
2. How effective does the alternative chalk work in terms of durability, dustiness,
and marking quality?
3. What are the positive results that are expected in the recreation of chalk using
eggshells as the main material in production?
 PROPOSED INNOVATION, INTERVENTION STRATEGY
In this study, the researchers want to achieve in producing an alternative product
that is comparably cheaper than your average chalk. Our idea of creating the said
byproduct has a component of an eco-friendly material that can be found in our
household.
Proposing and implementing the idea of eggshells as substitute components for the
production of chalk was thoroughly thought by the researchers, hoping this idea could
help coup the shortage of chalk in public schools.
The chalks are considered to be much cheaper than whiteboard markers, plus most
classrooms already have chalkboards to begin with. The reason why whiteboards have
become less expensive as time goes by is due to them being refillable, a trait that
chalks do not possess but according to L. Hough (2017), Chalk is preferred by some
educators because they believe writing with chalk slows down the pace, allowing
students to better follow the lesson and more easily take notes.

Therefore, this product is expected to be distributed in every educational infrastructure

that is open to the public and this study is expected to introduce a new method of
production for chalks that are egg-shelled based. In addition, chalk with the use of
eggshells is considered eco-friendly and can be made at home.
Despite the positive aim of our research, we have yet to figure out the exact proportion
of materials for creating the actual byproduct that functions the same or preferably
better than the average chalk. Henceforth, the Experimentation of the said material for
alternative production of chalk is to be considered due to this problem.
 RESEARCH METHOD

Participants/Other Sources of Data

The main participants of the study are the researchers and professional teachers. We
may also approach experts in the field of chalk production and ecological experts for
advice on using eggshells. The research respondents are the public teachers within the
municipality of Iloilo city.

Data gathering Method

The researchers will conduct a survey of school educators regarding the said topic and
ask for insights and opinions on the idea of making a by-product for chalk. One of our
major sources of information is through researching related articles on the said topic
and by visiting the campus library to search for further details that may help with our
experiment. Lastly, in our practical experimentation, we will mainly observe for the
difference through trial and error by constant series of experiments to achieve the
desired outcome.

Data Analysis Plan

Data analysis will involve the questions created by the researcher and be divided into
four sections. Part 1: Study the brightness and accessibility of marks created using
eggshell chalk against commercial chalk. Part 2 evaluates the eggshell chalk's durability
by comparing its longevity to that of other chalk varieties on various surfaces. Part 3,
after users have tested the eggshell chalk, gets their opinions about their experiences
and preferences. Part 4: observe and record any variations in texture, erasability, and
smudging between eggshell chalk and commercial chalk based on user comments.
 RESEARCH WORK PLAN

I. Planning Phase

In this study, Researchers are determining the feasibility of using eggshells to create
chalk, analyzing pertinent studies on the subject of using eggshells to make chalk based
on literature review and preliminary findings, and formulating a study hypothesis.

II. Acting Phase

After the preliminary findings, the researcher gathered supplies, experiment with
eggshell ratios, and record the chalk-making process to observe observations and
difficulties.

III. Observation Phase

Researchers test various batches of eggs to assess the quality, texture, and efficacy of
an eggshell-based test, gathering opinions from educators and potential users. These
data gathered were analysed to be useful and efficiency of utilizing eggshells in place of
chalk.

IV. Reflecting Phase

The data gathered will be endorsed to public instituition so they may be able to
compare them with the original hypothesis and evaluate the efficacy of eggshell-based
chalk.
 COST ESTIMATE

In conducting this study, the following expenses will be incurred:

Research Task/Activity Cost:

1. Reproduction of Instructional Materials. Php 40
2. Encoding, printing, and photocopying during the research process. Php 500
3. Expenses for data analysis and finalization output. Php 50
4. Other materials. Php 200
5. Reproduction of final research report. Php 500
TOTAL COST Php 1290
 PLAN FOR DISSEMINATION AND UTILIZATION

After the study is conducted, the researchers will make use of the result by giving the
new production method to public school officials in order for them to review the Egg-
shell Based Chalks if product needed rooms for improvement so that upgrades can be
implemented and for it to finally help with the said problem regarding the shortage of
chalks in public schools.
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