2026 IJRSE – Volume 15 Issue 22
Available Online: 31 October 2026
Author/s:
Bolintao, Jeng Jeng M.
Ifugao State University, Philippines
Castriciones, Serapio O.
Nueva Vizcaya State University, Philippines
Codod, Christie Lynn
Mountain Province State University, Philippines
Vadil, Carlo F.*
Nueva Vizcaya State University, Philippines (drvadil888@yahoo.com)
Abstract:
The Four-Point Reflective Transformation Model (4-RTM) is a participant-centered framework designed to evaluate the impact of community extension projects beyond activity completion and participant attendance. It emphasizes the transformation of beneficiaries through four interconnected dimensions: Realization, Retention, Relinquishment, and Reorientation. Realization examines the meaningful insights, knowledge, and awareness acquired through extension interventions. Retention identifies the positive values, competencies, and practices that participants intend to sustain. Relinquishment determines the ineffective behaviors and practices they recognize and commit to discontinue. Reorientation assesses their willingness to initiate new actions and adopt improved practices based on their learning experiences. The framework provides a structured mechanism for assessing participant transformation across different phases or seasons of community extension projects implementation. Through reflective assessments and follow-up validation, it generates evidence of learning, behavioral changes, practical application, and sustainability. Ultimately, 4-RTM promotes impact-oriented, responsive, and sustainable community extension services.
Keywords: community extension, impact assessment, reflective transformational model
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26260
Cite this article:
Bolintao, J. J. M., Castriciones, S. O., Codod, C. L., & Vadil, C. F. (2026). The Four-Point Reflective Transformation Model (4-RTM): Framework for evaluating community extension project’s impact by phase in Philippine setting. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 15(22), 129-141. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26260
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