...CHAPTER ONE 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY In the era of globalization and technological revolution, education is considered as a first step for every human activity. It plays a vital role in the development of human capital and is linked with an individual well-being and opportunities for better living. It ensures the acquisition of knowledge and skills that enable individual to increase their productivity and improve their quality of life. Success as the name implies is wished for by everybody but it is not easily come by on a mere platter of gold; one must work for it through hard work and diligence. Afe (2000), Education is considered as a tool to be used for the integration of the individual into the society to achieve self-realization, develop national consciousness, promote unity, and strive for social, economic, political, scientific, cultural and technological progress. Education in science and Mathematics therefore becomes bedrock and indispensable tools for scientific, technological and economic advancement in any nation. It gives the nation the capacity to apply technology for the exploitation of the resources of nature. Such exploitation will depend greatly on Mathematics for laying the foundation for political, governmental, military, civil, scientific, technological advancement, economic development, socio-cultural and environmental peace. Obe (1996) conceptualizes Mathematics as the master and servant...
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...Factors That Affects Study Habits of Students in Jpnhs In: Social Issues Factors That Affects Study Habits of Students in Jpnhs SURVEY FORM FACTOR THAT MOSTLY AFFECTS THE STUDY HABITS OF STUDENTS IN SECONDARY EDUCATION 4th year Question: what factor mostly affects the study habits of students in secondary education? Instructions: Put a check mark ( ) for the category that you prefer most NAME | YEAR AND SECTION | LOVE/CRUSH | FAMILY | PEER | ALJOHN MASOTES | IV-E | | | | CHRISTINA PADILLA | IV-B | | | | CHARLENE KATE GRACILLA | IV-I | | | | REYMART ALBANO | IV-B | | | | JOMAR BOGATE | IV-B | | | | HONEY GRACE VIDAL | IV-E | | | | ARRIANE GUATNO | IV-E | | | | VON JERIC DEPONE | IV-S | | | | HOWELL LANCE REYES | IV-S | | | | BRANDON MARK BRUTAS | IV-S | | | | NERISSA PANOL | IV-CDA | | | | MAY ANDREA ROBLES | IV-CDA | | | | JEZZEL MAÑALAC | IV-CDA | | | | ROMMEL BINO JR. | IV-G | | | | CYRELL ROSE CONDES | IV-G | | | | SURVEY CONDUCTED BY: SURVEY FORM FACTOR THAT MOSTLY AFFECTS THE STUDY HABITS OF STUDENTS IN SECONDARY EDUCATION 3rd year Question: what factor mostly affects the study habits of students in secondary education? Instructions: Put a check mark ( ) for the category that you prefer most NAME | YEAR AND SECTION | LOVE/CRUSH | FAMILY | PEER | ANGELU CLUTARIO | III-M | | | | ELMAR MONTEVEROS | III-O | | | | ELIZABETH ABAD | III-C | | | | RHEY MARK CASERO | III-M | | | | ANGEL ROSE MANULID | III-M | | | | ...
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...Introduction Educators in pre-school education are the ones who are endowed with the capacity and capability to handle pre-schoolers with different values and characteristics on the intellectual, moral, social aspect. They are the ones who will integrate right values to pre-schoolers as well as the guide in giving cognizance in parallel with the level of the pupils’ maturity and mental capacity. It is common to think that pre-schools have variety of needs and interests specially in a classroom setting. As pre-schoolers, they already have their own learning habit and this said habit affects the whole area of the learning development of a child. Background of the Study It is true that pre-school education is the first formal schooling experienced by a child. Mostly, they are having difficulty in adopting good learning habits due to differences in culture and norms. It is necessary to rebuild and reconstruct the habit of a child in the area of learning for it will serve as a fundamental element on the learning development and performance of a child. RESEARCH HYPOTHESIS There are no significant factors affecting the learning habits on the selected pre-school pupils in Pagsanjan District during Academic Year 2014-2015. Significance of the Study The findings of this study aimed to merit the following: Future Researchers- This study will serve as pattern and reference for future studies and happenings, Students- It will benefit them in a way that they...
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...just get by while others who don’t appear to do as much time and effort do well? Success in school is not determined by intelligence as knowing how to study. Studying is a skill. Being successful in school requires a high level of study skills. Student must learn this skill, they must developed and practice then effectively to achieve. Sometimes study habits used in high school do not work for college students. A good study habit composed of: time management, self-discipline, organization, motivation, concentration and effort. Study habit is the way on how you study from your prep years until today. Study habits can be effective one or not effective one. Excellent study habit includes having hard copy of lectures/discussions, advance reading on the lessons to be discussed for the following days, listening attentively in class while the teacher is having lecture on the subject matter and proper grouping of things and all belongings for school so that it will make you easier to access on your things in school or even at home when doing your homework, bring home seatwork, quizzes, activities, project and other school requirements. Having notes is a good way to practice, keeping notes of all the important discussion on the lesson discussed and listening is a good practice of a disciplined and responsible student. Many different factors affect the study habits of students. The ability to study and concentrate can do increased by finding a quiet place where you can concentrate. Distractions...
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...STUDY HABITS AFFECTNG THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE GRADE 8 STUDENTS OF BAGUIO CITY NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL KURT VINCENT A. MANZANO HOMARD T. PARNACIO JEDEE CAROLYN L. MACAGNE MAYBELENE G. FALLORIN CRISTETA D. LONGEY SUBMITTED TO MELCHOR B. TICAG OF THE STE PROGRAM, BAGUIO CITY NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR MATHEMTICS 8 (Fourth Quarter: Statistics) MARCH 7, 2014 INTRODUCTION Background of the Study The study habits of a person vary with each individual student. Some students keep a tight schedule of their study habits, a factor which helps them pass their exams or quizzes. Some students study their lessons but sometimes, they fail. Why is that? To answer this question, the researchers surveyed some groups of students about the factors affecting their study habits. At times, a student’s study habits are affected by their surroundings, their environment, and even themselves. Friends, parents, classmates, determination, and patience are very important for a student’s study habit. These factors either help the student pass or fail. Statement of the Problem The focus of the study is to evaluate the study habits affecting the academic performance and the factors affecting the study habits of the Grade 8 students of Baguio City National High School. Specifically this study sought to answer the question: 1. What is the level of influence of students’ study habits in the academic performance of...
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...better at school is to establish a daily routine. A successful school day begins the morning before school. Actually, success begins the previous night. Homework should be completed, put in the correct notebook or folder, and packed to take to school. To find them easily the next morning, backpacks and anything else needed for school should be kept in the same place. Children do better in school when families eat dinner together. This time allows family members to discuss the day. Dinner is an excellent time to talk about worries or problems and think about possible solutions. Your child will benefit from open communication during this family ritual. The night before a school day provides more time to lay out clothes for the morning. Doing this helps avoid rushing to get dressed and eat breakfast before school. Parents especially need to be firm about going to bed and getting up on time. Older children should use alarm clocks and be held responsible for waking up and getting ready for the day. Share Information with Teachers and School Staff Teachers need to know that parents are interested in their child’s education. Parents should show this interest at the beginning of the school year. Become acquainted with your child’s teacher and other staff. Attend school events as much as possible. These activities provide opportunities to ask questions about teaching methods and what your child will be learning. A school’s web site will assist you keep track of specific school events...
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...Factors Affecting the Study Habit of Rshs Students Sy 2009 - 2010 Factors Affecting the Study Habits of Probationary Students of Regional Science High School III SY 2008-2009 A research project presented to Mrs. Loreta Figueroa Regional Science High School III In Partial Fulfilment of the Requirements In Research I (TECHNICAL WRITING AND INTRODUCTION TO BASIC STATISTICS) By Victoria Alexis D. Tan March 2010 ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL This research study called “ Factors Affecting the Study Habits of Probies of RSHS III SY 2008-2009” in partial fulfilment of the requirements in Research I (Technical Writing and Introduction to Basic Statistics) is hereby prepared and submitted. Victoria Alexis D.Tan Researcher ACCEPTED and APPROVED In Partial Fulfilment of the Requirements in Research I-A (Technical Writing and Introduction to Basic Statistics). Mrs. Loreta Figueroa Research I Adviser March 2010 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The researcher would like to extend her gratitude to the persons who gave assistance for making this project possible: To Madam Figueroa, who encourage me in making this research project. To my parents, thank you very much for the assistance, understanding and moral support given for this study. To my friends here in Regional Science High School. And most of all, to the Almighty Father, for giving the spirit and infinite blessing and love. To all of you, thank you very much! -The Researcher- ABSTRACT Title : Factors...
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...NEGATIVE FACTORS AFFECTING THE STUDY HABITS OF STUDENTS ACADEMIC YEAR 2013-2014 In Partial Fulfillment Of The Subject Requirements In English 2 A Colloquium Presented to The English Faculty of the Our Lady of Fatima University GRANTUSA, WINORE D. CONCEPCION, SOFIA LORRAINE P. CHAPTER 1 THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND Your study habits play a big role in determining your success in the learning process. Study habits are the ways that you acquire knowledge that you have formed during your school years. Study habits can be good ones or bad ones. Good study habits include being organized, keeping good notes, reading your textbooks, listening in class and working every day. Negative study habits include skipping class, not doing your work, watching television or playing video games. Therefore, negative study habits of students are not helpful for a better education. Study habits are defined as the regular tendencies and practices that one depicts during the process of gaining information through learning. The manner with which you consistently use to study for school or college even for next day lesson plans if you are a teacher. It means you are not distracted by anything, you have a certain place to go where it is quiet everyday where you study and do homework. (Sanchez, 2010) Studying is a skill. Being successful in school requires a high level of study skills. Student must first learn these skills, practice them and develop effective study habits in order...
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...the very basic rights of the Filipino youth. Many problems are mentioned except the problem regarding the attitudes of the students toward their academic performance. There is a usual observation and protest of the secondary school teachers regarding the products of the elementary level of education or the foundation of their learning. They said that the pupils do not know how to study on their own initiative. Some cannot work out their assignments; others cannot take part actively in the class recitation, and others do not know the art of note taking. There have been many instances which showed that majority of the students display inability to discriminate between relevant and irrelevant information they got from their references. Quite a number of students simply pick up the words from the pages of the books or printed materials while comprehending the meaning of it. These and many others are results of poor method of study habits. Thus, developing the youth requires early training in the schools. According to Covey (1989), “To focus on technique is like cramming your way through school. You sometimes get by, perhaps even get good grades, but if you don’t pay the price day in and day out, you’ll never achieve true mastery of the subjects you study or develop an educated mind.” It is said that aside from...
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...Factors Affecting the Study Habits of Probationary Students of Regional Science High School III SY 2008-2009 A research project presented to Mrs. Loreta Figueroa Regional Science High School III In Partial Fulfilment of the Requirements In Research I (TECHNICAL WRITING AND INTRODUCTION TO BASIC STATISTICS) By Victoria Alexis D. Tan March 2010 ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL This research study called “ Factors Affecting the Study Habits of Probies of RSHS III SY 2008-2009” in partial fulfilment of the requirements in Research I (Technical Writing and Introduction to Basic Statistics) is hereby prepared and submitted. Victoria Alexis D.Tan Researcher ACCEPTED and APPROVED In Partial Fulfilment of the Requirements in Research I-A (Technical Writing and Introduction to Basic Statistics). Mrs. Loreta Figueroa Research I Adviser March 2010 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The researcher would like to extend her gratitude to the persons who gave assistance for making this project possible: To Madam Figueroa, who encourage me in making this research project. To my parents, thank you very much for the assistance, understanding and moral support given for this study. To my friends here in Regional Science High School. And most of all, to the Almighty Father, for giving the spirit and infinite blessing and love. To all of you, thank you very much! -The Researcher- ABSTRACT Title : Factors Affecting the Study Habits of Probies...
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...experiences and studies found out that there are also several factors that would account for the grades. No single factor can be definitely pointed out as predicting grades. It has been interplay of so many factors – gender, IQ, study habits, age, year level, parent’s educational attainment, social status, number of siblings, birth order, etc. In fact, almost all of existing environmental and personal factors are a variable of academic performance. Study habits are a well-planned and deliberate pattern of study which has attained a form of consistency on the part of the students toward understanding academic subjects and passing at examination. Study habits determine the academic achievement of students to a great extent. (Mattoo et.al, 2012 ) The students’ performance (academic achievement) plays an important role in producing the best quality graduates who will become great leader and manpower for the country thus responsible for the country’s economic and social development (Ali et.al, 2009). However, at this point in time, the researchers would like to investigate the possible relationship of study habits and the factors affecting it to the academic achievement of the first year high school students of Bulacan State University. The investigation of on this area thus becomes a real and compelling motivation for the researchers to conduct this study. Statement of the Problem This study intended to find out the factors affecting the study habits...
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...Chapter I Why thus lack of study habits affect in academic performance II. Introduction The extent of student’s learning in academics may be determined by the grades a student earns for a period of learning has been done. It is believed that a grade is a primary indicator of such learning. If a learner earns high grades it is concluded that they may also have learned a lot while low grades indicate lesser learning. However, many experiences and studies found out that there are also several factors that would account for the grades. No single factor can be definitely pointed out as predicting grades. It has been an interplay of so many factors – gender, IQ, study habits, age, year level, parent’s educational attainment, social status, number of siblings, birth order, etc. In fact, almost all of existing environmental and personal factors are a variable of academic performance. However, at this point in time, there searchers would like to investigate the possible relationship of study habits and the factors affecting it to the academic achievement of under graduate education students of University of the East. Background of the study In the globalization and technological revolution, education is considered as a first step for every human activity. It plays a vital role in the development...
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...Study Habits and Academic Performance of the Selected Freshmen Education Students in Saint Peter's College of Toril Objectives: General: To determine the effectiveness of Study Habits and Academic Performance of Freshmen Education Students in Saint Peter's College of Toril. Specific: Specifically, the study aims to answer the following questions: a. What are the factors affecting the study habits of freshmen education students in SPCT? b. What are the factors affecting the academic performance of freshmen education students in SPCT? c.What is the relationship between the study habits and academic performance of freshmen education students? Websites: http://www.google.com.ph/search?hl=en-PH&source=hp&q=factors+definition+&gbv=2&oq=factors+definition+&gs_l=heirloom-hp.3..0l5.115155.123170.0.123355.29.26.2.1.1.5.743.7860.4j7j2j3j2j3j3.24.0....0...1ac.1.34.heirloom-hp..14.15.1915.o0eyxjcMv30 http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/develop http://www.scribd.com/doc/11822201/example-of-a-research-paper Chapter 1- The Problem A. Introduction The extent of student's learning in academics may be determined by te grades a students earns for a perios of learning has been done. It is believed that a grade is a primary indicator of such learning. If a learner earns high grades it is concluded that they may also have learned a lot while low grades indicate lesser learning. However,...
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...Factors influencing study habits among high school students are • Socio economic factor • School Environment • Reading habits • Concentration • Remembering • Organising Time • Listening & taking notes • Taking test Anything can affect study habits! Your ability to study and concentrate can be increased by finding a quiet place where you can concentrate. Distractions such as phones, chat rooms, IM and text messaging, TV, video games, music, and computers can all decrease your ability to learn. Whatever is going on around you and inside your own mind is going to affect your study habits. Here are some more factors from our WikiReaders: Age: if you are very young, it's harder to concentrate for long periods Determination: If you want to succeed, you will work harder than if you don't really care about something Social Factors: sometimes you don't have a lot of money, and you end up living somewhere noisy and distracting. In this case, you can study at the library, or at school. Sometimes your friends want to distract you from your studies, and you have to resist temptation. Other Factors affecting study habits 1. Surrounding such as entertainment center, games center etc. 2. The rule of the schools or the universities 3. The teaching style of the educators 4. Leisure of the students 5. Some activities in schools or universities 6. The Library corpus 7. Friends and families 8. Assignments and homework restriction The Factors affecting...
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...common factors that affect the study of BEED-2ND year students and their academic performance. These factors are the problem of the 2nd year BEED students in their studies. It has been an interplay of so many factors on gender, IQ, study habits, age, year level, parents educational attainment, social status, numbers of sibling and etc. This research focuses on the factors that affect the studies of BEED-2nd year students and their academic performance. These factors can help students on how to face these problems in their studies. This study also can help the parents and the teachers understand the problem of their students. Furthermore, this research helps us as a future teacher because if we know the problem of our students we can understand them clearly especially on financial aspect. Theoretical Framework One of the problems that besets our educational system is poor study habits several studies found this problem challenging and therefore, efforts have to be exerted in order to determine the root cause. According to Lass and Wilson(1965), students fails not because they do not have intelligence to understand why they are studying, not because their lesson are too difficult for them but because they do not know how to study or understand what study means. Students failure in his academic subject may not be to lack of intellectual capacity, but perhaps it may be due to negative attitude towards school or study or his not able to posses good and efficient study habits...
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