...FACTORS AFFECTING MATHEMATICS PERFORMANCE OF GRADE-10 STUDENTS AT MALVAR NATIONAL HIGHSCHOOL S.Y. 2015-2016 A Research Proposal Presented to the Malvar National High School Malvar, Batangas In Partial Fulfillment Of the Requirements for Grade 10- Mathematics By: Elwin Grace Pillarda Ellaine Joyce Villegas Maureen Vanguardia Allysa Jane Soriano Sarah Jane Lagrana Dhanna Carandang Ritchie Anne Buli Cairrine Pedraja Lara Sophia Cea Nicole Castillo Leah Valencia CHAPTER 1 THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND Introduction Since 2012, K-12 program has already started. Philippine’s Basic Education has been enhanced and now, 12 years of education is required. There were some adjustments made. And now, teachers, parents & students need to participate well in in this changes. We live in a mathematical world. Whenever we decide on a purchase, choose an insurance or health plan, or use a spreadsheet, we rely on mathematical understanding. The World Wide Web, CD-ROMs, and other media disseminate vast quantities of quantitative information. The level of mathematical thinking and problem solving needed in the workplace has increased dramatically. In such a world, those who understand and can do mathematics will have opportunities that others do not. Mathematical competence opens doors to productive futures. A lack of mathematical competence closes those doors. Students have different abilities, needs, and interests. Yet everyone needs to be able...
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...1.1 Introduction The extent of students learning in academic maybe determined by the grades a student earns for a period of learning has been done. The primary indicator of such learning is based on the grades of a learner. We can conclude that if a learner got high grades it means that they have learned well and if a learner has low grades we can indicate that he has a lesser learning. In many experiences and professional study they found out that there are several factors that can affect the grades of a learner. Here are some factors – gender, IQ, age, year level, parent’s educational attainment, civil status, study habits etc. In fact, almost all of existing environmental and personal factors are a variable of academic performances. However, at this point in time our research would like to investigate on the possible effect of study habits on the academic performance of sophomore students in Math I at Bataan Peninsula State University – Balanga Campus, College of Education. A. Conceptual Framework The figure shows the conceptual framework of study. INDEPENDENT VARIABLES DEPENDENT VARIABLES TIME MANAGEMENT BEHAVIORAL MODIFICATION STUDY SKILLS STUDY HABITS Independent variables as it influence dependent variables of this research are on the bases of Time management, Behavioral modification, Study skills to Study habits. These independent variables will be our base in studying the study habits of sophomore students in math I at Bataan Peninsula State University-Balanga...
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...Factors Affecting Students’ Choice of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy as Major Charlotte Jhiza A. Beleno Adamson University Abstract The need for accounting graduates continually grows in this decade. The US Bureau of Statistics projected that there will be a 15.7% increase in the number of accounting jobs between 2010 and 2020. This increase in demand gives the importance to study and understand the factors that motivate and encourage students to take up Bachelor of Science in Accountancy as their college course, so that quality graduates will meet the demand in the field of accounting profession. This paper also helps high school teachers, parents and guidance counselors on how they can influence students to take up BS Accountancy in their tertiary level. On the other hand, it also informs the students on the advantages of being accountancy major and an accountant in the future. Factors Affecting Students’ Choice of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy as Major A Review of Related Literature and Studies Accounting as defined by Webster is the system of recording and summarizing business and financial transactions and analyzing, verifying and reporting the results. On the other hand, Accountancy is the profession or practice of accounting. Bachelor of Science in Accountancy prepares students for careers in accounting firms, financial institutions, public sectors, and financial departments of companies. It is an in demand course since there is an upward trend...
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...IQ And Mathematical Learning In the article Motivation, Not IQ, Matters Most for Learning New Math Skills, psychologists study math abilities and habits of thirty-five hundred German students from the fifth to tenth grade. Students’ mathematical abilities were evaluated each year using standardized testing. In addition to this students were given an IQ test and surveys that questioned about their attitudes toward math. As the title of this report suggests they found that IQ was not the main determining factor in how well the student’s math abilities grew. Instead IQ was found to be a predictor of initial math skill and studying and motivation where found to be predictors of growth in mathematical abilities. These findings came as a surprise to the researchers who predicted that intelligence measured by IQ would be a strong predictor of mathematical abilities. This article encompasses the main findings of the researchers into a summarization of their findings. This research in this study is credible and believable but the article leaves out some essential information about the findings that could strengthen or weaken the researcher’s argument and allow the reader to develop their own opinion. In this study the independent variable is the student’s IQ and the dependent variable is the student’s mathematical scores/abilities. IQ tests have long been used as a system to measure the intelligence of the testee. Standardized mathematical testing is an accurate method of measuring...
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...BATANGAS FACTORS AFFECTING THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF ENGINEERING STUDENTS In partial Fulfillment for the Requirements for Methods of Reasearch by Carandang, Castillo, Gonda, Santos, I. Introduction Engineers nowadays are in demand to lots of companies here and abroad. In fact, thousands of engineering graduates and board passers work mostly in other countries. This is the reason why lots of students took engineering courses. Engineering has always been considered as a very difficult course by most of the students. It’s almost always the last thing that will come to the minds of the students when it comes to choosing their course or program. Engineering, as a program has a lot of difficulties within its name. There are lots of math and science subjects and instructional activities that students will really find it difficult to pass. It requires a great responsibility in achieving the title “Engineer”. Some students who are already taking up engineering doesn’t know the hardships that they are still about to face, that’s why a large number of students tend to have a low academic performances. The field of engineering has become so diverse in recent years that a definition is not easy to come by. Engineers still build skyscrapers, design machinery, and oversee public works. They also address society's needs and problems on a number of other scales with a unique blend of technology and science. At the macro level, environmental engineers are quantifying...
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...Factors Affecting Student Academic Success in Gateway Courses at Northern Arizona University Russell Benford Julie Gess-Newsome Center for Science Teaching and Learning Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5697 May 24, 2006 Factors Affecting Student Academic Success in Gateway Courses at Northern Arizona University Table of Contents Section Abstract Introduction Predictors of Student Achievement in Introductory Business, Mathematics, and Science Courses Predictors of Student Achievement in Business, Marketing, and Economics Predictors of Student Achievement in Mathematics Predictors of Student Achievement in Computer Science Predictors of Student Achievement in Physics Predictors of Student Achievement in Chemistry Predictors of Student Achievement in Biology Summary of Factors That Predict Student Success in Introductory Business, Mathematics, and Science Courses Interpreting Results of Predictive Studies in Business, Mathematics, and Science Education Methods Institutional Records and Public Data ABC and DFW Rates in Gateway Courses Characterizing ABC and DFW Students Student Survey Page 4 5 10 11 13 15 18 20 21 24 27 30 31 32 34 35 1 Characterizing Students’ Educational and Socioeconomic Contexts Characterizing Gateway Classrooms and Courses Development of Predictive Model Results Course-Oriented ABC and DFW Statistics ABC and DFW Rates in Gateway Courses Teaching Styles Used in Gateway Courses Student-Oriented ABC and DFW Statistics Student...
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...consumers want, and compares this data with other companies to remain competitive. The organization focuses mostly on technological advances and research. The following discussion details an analysis of the current market conditions for the development of a new product by Texas Instruments. History Texas Instruments is best known for its calculators, most people use these calculators in school. The company, established in Dallas, Texas, has 80 years vested in its industry. The organization experienced technological advances including touch-screen and wireless devices. Such advancement contributes to the research and development of new products. The organization works with educators to develop appropriate tools (calculators) to enable students to maximize their educational experience. Texas Instruments specializes in semiconductor manufacturing, and has contracts around the world. According to Texas Instruments (2013),...
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...“…class, race and place are intricately bound to one another and a singular focus on any of these factors is an insufficient explanation for educational outcomes” (18-19). In other words, race, class, and location affect each other, and combined, they all play a crucial part in education. As an initial example, Storer et al. point to the...
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...Chapter I Introduction Background of the Study This study was conducted by the Fourth Year student of Aklan State University taking up Bachelor of Elementary Education to determine that one of the factors that affect pupil’s performance is the pupils Study Skills or their Poor Study Habits. Good education in Mathematics is important because of its usefulness in different careers. Since mathematics deals with accuracy and precise thinking, pupils must be able to understand the basics. Student’s performance toward mathematics can contribute to better results in Mathematics; hence poor performance such as poor study habits, and poor study skills resulted to attribute such difficulty to this subject. Difficulty in this subject somehow depends in how individual study skills were use. Difficulty also exists because they easily forget their previous lesson that shows they lack the will to study. It is important to learn how to think about and understand math problems thoroughly. Math study skills can help you learn the mathematical concepts, skills, and principles that is important to other parts of your life. Additionally, math study skills are tools that can serve you well in college, work, and other learning situations. The SQ3R method has been proven to sharpen study skills. SQ3R stands for Survey, Question, Read, Recite, and Review. SQ3R is an abbreviation to help you remember the steps and to make references to it simpler. The symbols stand for the steps followed in using...
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...methods are needed in order that students can gain more knowledge especially in the subject Mathematics. Many students fail, because of the difficulty of this subject. These methods should be introduced to the students to improve more in their Mathematical abilities. In PNHS, many students have difficulty in Mathematics, because in this subject it uses more analysis and understanding problems. Math is not easy for the Math teachers, because some students have no interests of this subject; because of its difficulty. Teachers must encourage the students to study this subject. If the students able to study this subject, there is a big possibility to pass or increase their grades. But if the duration of time spent for studying this lesson is not enough, the student’s achievement in their Mathematical ability will be decreased. So, studying is very important to the students. There are so many factors that can affect or cannot affect the Mathematical ability of a student. One factor is watching Television, because it can consume the time of a students for studying their lessons. Another factor is, having not enough allowance, because some students are not interested to go to school if their allowance is not enough. Another is Internet addiction, because they spent their time and money for this, that lead to addiction and the students have lack of interest in studying that will lead for them got low grades. In this study, we will know the factors that can or cannot affect the Mathematical...
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...(BSAT) is a program that prepares students for a career in the accounting and finance divisions of organizations in the private and public sectors. The accounting courses in the program, combined with business management courses, equip students with the needed skills, proficiency, and intellectual abilities to lead successful careers. But, unlike Accountancy, BSAT is a non-board course. However, the graduates of the said program can take the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) Examination for license. This study aims to determine the reasons and causes why BSA students end up getting BSAT degree instead of Accountancy degree. We, researchers, will investigate on the factors affecting the students focus in studying. We will be conducting survey in the form of questionnaires and interviews with 3rd year and 4th year BSAT students of Araullo University – Phinma Education Network. There are many factors that affect a BSA student to fail: his abilities, his interest in the course, the teaching method, the classroom, lack of personal direction, pressure from parents or peers, laziness, lack of confidence, family or relationship problems. Another factor that is going to be stressed out in our study is the retention policy being imposed in the accountancy program. It will be explained here how this policy affect each and every BSA student; what improvements can be done to maximize its use and be an effective tool in producing quality students. Furthermore, there is also a growing...
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...- 1749 FACTORS INFLUENCING THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN PHYSICS OF DMMMSU- MLUC LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOURTH YEAR STUDENTS S.Y. 2011-2012 Noemi Mangaoang-Boado noemi2569@yahoo.com Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University Mid La Union Campus San Fernando City, 2500 La Union, Philippines ABSTRACT This study focused on the investigation on the predictors of the academic performance in Physics of Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University Mid La Union Campus (DMMMSU-MLUC) Laboratory High School Fourth Year Students for the School Year 2011-2012. Factors such as family, student, school and teacher factors were correlated to academic performance. Significant relationships to academic performance in Physics occurred for the four factors namely, Grade Point Average (GPA) in Math, GPA in English, attitude towards Physics, and study habits. The results imply that students’ performance in Physics will be higher if they perform better in English and Mathematics; if they show positive attitude towards Physics; and if they possess good study habits. Among the factors, GPA in Math had the best influence to academic performance in Physics. KEYWORDS: performance, factor, predictor INTRODUCTION Learning (represented by academic performance in this study) of students is not confined in a closed space. Different factors bombard this learning which can either enhance or undermine it. These include family factors, student-related factors, schoolrelated factors and teacher factors. Different...
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...hard, and for those who are “math whiz” which results to loss of interest of the students in the said subject. As the author is a student herself, she knows that there are factors that affect the proficiency of students in learning and understanding different branches in Mathematics like the educational background, choosing internet over studying, playing computer games like DOTA(Defense of the Ancient), preferring to watch televisions, and sleeping. But as the years go by, since all fourth year students will be experiencing the undertakings of different entrance examinations in different universities and colleges, they all need to know each student’s proficiency in Mathematics. And due to the writer’s curiosity, she wanted to assess the ability of seniors in the different fields of Mathematics, namely, Elementary Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry. STATEMENT OF A PROBLEM This study aims to determine the factors that affect the proficiency of St. Benedict School Of Novaliches’ seniors in Mathematics. The main problem is stressed out by the researcher into three(3) subproblems, namely, 1.) To know if the Seniors are mathematically proficient; 2.) To know the different factors that affects the proficiency of the Seniors; and lastly, To know if the given factors really affect the proficiency of the students. SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY This research undertaking will benefit the following: 1.) The fourth year students who will be taking the entrance...
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...“Career Preferences of the Fourth Year Students of St. Joseph Academy of Valenzuela. School Year 2009-2010” _______________________ A Thesis Presented to The Division of Graduate Studies and Research ______________________ The National Teachers College ______________________ In Partial Fulfillment Of the Requirements for the Degree Master of Arts in Education ____________________ by Fatima B. Feticio (1:00pm-4:00pm) March 2010 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Acknowledgment iii List of Figure ix Chapter 1 The Problem—Its Background …………………………………. Statement of the Problem………………………………………… Importance of Study…………………………………………………. Definition of Terms……………………………………………………. Scope and Delimitation…………………………………………….. Related Literature and Studies…………………………………. 2 Method of Study……………………………………………………….. Instrument and Technique Used……………………………… 3 Presentation and Interpretation of Data…………………. 4 Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations……… Summary of Findings……………………………………………….. Conclusions………………………………………………………………. Recommendations……………………………………………………. Bibliography Appendix -- Letter of Request Questionnaire Curriculum Vitae ACKNOWLEDGMENT The researcher express her warmful thanks to the following: Mr. Kim Kirby Colibao and Ms. Charmlin Dayao, for giving inspiring words given Ms. Kathleen Dela Cruz and Mr. Pat Siegfred Lacsamana , for giving suggestions and recommendations ...
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...of victims of emotional trauma particularly in disaster mental health studies. In this paper the value of spirituality in providing emotional care to survivors of trauma is analyzed. Why is the value of spirituality in emotional care important to me? Conventional wisdom has held to the notion that boys are better at math than girls. Perhaps, this age old belief was responsible for Mattel the company that produced “Teen talk Barbie” in 1992 to create a Barbie doll that had among its stored phrases, one phrase that said, “Math class is tough!”. This phrase was stored with 270 other girl talk phrases such as “I love shopping” and “Will we have enough clothes!”. The result was that Mattel was soundly criticized and quickly changed the doll’s offending phrase a few months later. In spite of Mattel’s effort to correct a message that verbalized an inherent cultural bias, one wonders if the is any accuracy to the stereotype that associate math being difficult with the female gender and whether math is less difficult for males. Bryner (2007) indicated that women are still outnumbered by men in math science and engineering fields. Tachibana (2010) posited that as much as 90 percent of the engineers in the United States are male. Mathematics is considered a gateway such to the hard sciences....
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