...period just before a significant or concluding moment such as a deadline, due date or scheduled event. But in term of study, last minute is known as cramming. In Commonwealth countries this technique usually occurs during the revision week (week before exams), also known as “swotvac” or “stuvac” In education, cramming or last minute study (also known as mugging or swotting, from word swot, similar to "sweat", meaning "to study with determination") is the practice of working intensively to absorb large volumes of informational material in short amounts of time. It is often done by students in preparation for upcoming exams, especially at the last minute. Cramming is often discouraged by educators because the hurried coverage of material tends to result in poor long-term retention of material, a phenomenon often referred to as spacing effect. H.E. Gorst(year) stated in his book, 'The Curse of Education', “as long as education is synonymous with cramming on an organized plan, it will continue to produce mediocrity.” Generally considered as a negative study technique, cramming is becoming more and more common among students both at the secondary and post-secondary level. Pressure to perform well in the classroom and engage in extracurricular activities in addition to other responsibilities often results in the cramming method of studying. Cramming is a widely-used study skill performed in preparation for an examination or other performance-based assessment. Most common among high school...
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...“FACTORS THAT AFFECTS STUDY HABITS OF GRADE ONE STUDENTS OF BALUARTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LUMBIA CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY” By: Eguia, Hanie Vessa V. Ramos, Patricia Bianca N. Remolador, Kelly R. Mr.Frederick Espiritu January 26, 2013 Chapter 1 The Problem “FACTORS THAT AFFECTS STUDY HABITS OF GRADE ONE STUDENTS OF BALUARTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LUMBIA CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY” During the last century we have moved from the Industrial Age through the Information Age to the Knowledge Age. The ability to obtain, assimilate and apply the right knowledge effectively, will become a key skill in the next century. Our ability will no longer be judged solely by qualifications gained in the past, but will also be assessed by our capacity to learn and adapt in the future. Learning isn't just about economic success, however. It is the key to achieving our full potential. Human beings are uniquely adapted to learn and we have the ability to do so throughout our lives.Learning has the power to transform us. Specifically, we can become more successful:at home and with our families, at work and at large in our local community. (Campaign for Learning, UK, 2001) Learning is very important. As human beings we are expected to learn to be able to cope with the new generation. To be able to learn effectively, one must have a good study habits. Study habits are routines, including, but not restricted to, frequency of studying sessions, review of material...
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...Study Habits of Fourth Year High School Students of Asu Laboratory High School ABSTRACT This study was conducted to find out the habits of the fourth year high school students of Aklan State University Laboratory High School during School Year 2010-2011 in terms of: time of studying; plan of studying; place of studying; materials used for studying; purpose for studying; and drive for studying. The study used the Descriptive Method of research. The respondents were 42 fourth year students of ASU Laboratory High School, Banga, Aklan. The instrument used in gathering the data was in the form of a questionnaire. The reliability of the questionnaire was pre-tested to 10 fourth year high school students at the Aklan State University Laboratory High School. The validity was true content validation with three CTE faculty of Aklan State University, Banga, Aklan The following important findings were derived from the study: THEORITICAL FRAMEWORK One of the problems that beset our educational system is poor study habit. 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), student fails not because they do not have intelligence to understand why they are studying, not because their lessons are too difficult for them, but because they do not know how to study or understand what study means. Students’ failure in his academic subjects may not be to lack of intellectual...
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...TITLE: THE READING INVENTORY TEST SCORES OF GRADE III PUPILS AND THEIR ACHIEVEMENT IN ENGLISH PROPONENT: LYNDE C. APITA Teacher-III TYPE OF RESEARCH: INDIVIDUAL TEACHER RESEARCH PROBLEM: Reading is a basic tool for learning in all subject areas. The ability to read and speak correctly and impressively is a very valuable asset for a child to develop for a child to develop. It will help him avoid being laughed at or embarrassed due to incorrect pronunciation. It will help them gain self confidence. This study sought to answer the following questions: 1. What is the level of achievement in the reading inventory test of the Grade III pupils of Mac Arthur Elementary School? 2. Do the following factors: a. Home c. teacher b. Pupil Affects the reading achievement of the pupil? 3. Is there a relationship between reading inventory test scores of the pupils and their achievement in English? 4. Do male and female Grade III pupils differ in their reading ability? Plan of Action and Time Frame: The following are the steps that the researcher would like to follow and the corresponding time frame in every step: No. | STEP | TIME FRAME | 1 | Identify the number of pupils that have a very minimum participation | August 2014 | 2 | The researcher would then take a result of every pupil | September 2014 | 3 | Plan simple activity that will address the capacity of pupil in their learning. | October 2014 | 4 | Interpret the...
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...THE EFFECT OF STUDY HABIT ON STUDENT ACADEMIC PARFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY OF LAPAI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF NIGER STATE. BY POPO-OLA OLAYINKA RUTH U11/FEA/ACE/028 DEPARTMENT OF CONTINUING EDUCATION AND COMMINITY DEVELOPMENT FACULTY OF EDUCATION AND ART IBRAHIM BADAMASI BABAGIDA UNVERSITY LAPAI, NIGER SATE. AUGUST, 2015 TABLE OF CONTEN Title page…………………………………………………………………………………………i Approval…………………………………………………………………………………….ii Dedication…………………………………………………………………………………..iii Acknowledgment……………………………………………………………………………iv Table of content ………………………………………………………………………….….v Abstract………………………………………………………………………………..……..ix CHAPTER One 1.0 Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………1 2.1 Background of the study…………………………………………………………………… 1 2.2 Statement of the study……………………………………………………………………… 3 2.3 Objective of the study…………………………………………………………………….....4 2.4 Research questions…………………………………………………………………………. 4 2.5 Hypothesis………………………………………………………………………………….. 5 2.6 Significant of the study…………………………………………………………………….. 5 2.7 Scope and limitation of the study………………………………………………………….. 6 2.8 Operational definition of term…………………………………………………………....... 6 2.9 Methodology………………………………………………………………………………..7 CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACK GROUND OF THE STUDY In all educational institutions, the whole teaching learning process is directed towards achievement in the academic field as well as in the sphere of curricular activities....
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...ABSTRACT This study is carried out in order to examine the causes and effects of poor reading habits among junior secondary school students in Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area of Edo State. It has been observed that most JSS students cannot read, for this reason it is the intension of the researcher to look at those factors that make reading a difficult problem for students to examine that likely affects their reading difficult and the nation at large as well as the suggest solutions to this reading difficulty and the nation at large as well as the suggest solutions to this reading difficulty as reading underlines all teaching activities in the schools. This investigation was based on some questions. The analysis of the data collected culminate in the following findings. 1. That non availability of teaching aid and reading materials in school contributed to the reading disability. 2. That physical and mental defects among students also leads to poor reading habits. 3. That the teachers methods of teaching can impede reading progress. 4. That poor reading upbringing and lack of motivation from parents and teachers hinders reading ability. 5. And that the effect of poor reading habits is the cause of failure in the examinations. Based on these findings, the researcher makes some suggestions and recommendations on how to overcome the problems in order to improve students speech and comprehension. TABLE OF CONTENT Chapter One 1.1 Background to...
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...International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention ISSN (Online): 2319 – 7722, ISSN (Print): 2319 – 7714 www.ijhssi.org Volume 2 Issue 11 ǁ November. 2013ǁ PP.72-76 Poor Study Habit as an Educational Problem Among University Undergraduates In The Contemporary Times And Effective Management Strategies DR.O.O.PITAN . 1, School Of Education . National Open University Of Nigeria. Lagos, Nigeria ABSTRACT :Educational problems are multifaceted and are hindering factors that inhibit the maximal realization of learners’ endowment. These problems could be leaner–resident, school–resident, home-resident or societal–resident. One of the consequences of these problems is academic underachievement and academic failure caused by poor or improper study habit. On the part of the affected students, ethological suggestions to motivate them for achievement and psycho-stimulants to develop their reading skills can be of use in reducing the effect of this educational problem, poor study habit. Studies have established the prevalence of poor study habit among the University undergraduates, which has led to poor performance in home assignments as well as in examinations. Hence, this study focuses on the factors that are capable of precipitating poor study habit which aggravate into educational problems and how they can be effectively managed to increase the level of academic achievement in the average undergraduate .The reduction effect will go a long way to build...
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...Significance of the study The study is delimited to the cause of poor study habits of high school student and its implication to teaching effectiveness. The investigation include the specific problem such as the profile of respondents the poor study habits of high school student: The effect of their poor study in teaching and learning process. What is the teaching could do to change or improve the student poor study habits and any suggestion of teacher to improve the students poor study habits There are reason to consider that makes this study important to some groups of people like the teacher, school administrator the parents and education. Student this is because this investigation may give them in sight concerning the cause and effect of the poor study habits of the student to the teaching and learning process to the result of this study may be very important to teaching not only in the public school but even those in private sector the result may give these teacher some significant ideas on what they must in case they find some student having poor study habits What teachers should do is to find out the cause of such poor study habits of the pupils and then find for the mass necessary solution to the problems. The teacher after knowing they must talked to the parents about it so their parents could supressive their weakness on their lessons at home similarly the result of thestudy may have be significant to parents because through this...
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...DEVELOP GOOD STUDY HABITS Copyright 2005 williamgladdenfoundation.org ISBN # 1-56456-044-9 All rights reserved. No portion of this book may be sold, by any process or technique, without the express consent of the publisher. INTRODUCTION America has come to realize that its national educational system is not reaching enough of its students. Basic skills at the primary levels of school have decreased, as have the standard test scores of high school graduates. In addition, there are 23 million illiterate adults (those whose basic skills are below fifth grade level) and another 35 million semi-literate adults (those whose basic skills are below eighth grade level). Certainly, the educational system alone is not to blame for this problem. Parents and communities must bear some of the responsibility. In reality, poor school achievement has many causes. Family instability can disrupt the support system children need to concentrate on their studies effectively. Single parents are often too busy with routine tasks to deal adequately with their children’s school responsibilities. Students frequently change schools and lose the continuity essential for successful achievement. Many students have jobs after school and feel overwhelmed by required homework. Some teachers give routine, run-of-the-mill assignments, scarcely exciting or stimulating creative thinking. Many educators also neglect to teach students “how to study.” Poor study habits are a major cause...
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...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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...An International Multi-Disciplinary Journal, Ethiopia Vol. 3 (4), July, 2009 ISSN 1994-9057 (Print) ISSN 2070-0083 (Online) Study Habit, Self-Concept and Science Achievement of Public and Private Junior Secondary School Students in Ogun State, Nigeria (Pp. 492-506) Olatoye, R. A. - Institute of Education, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria E-mail: kingdemola@yahoo.com Abstract This study compared study habit, self-concept and science achievement of students in public and private junior secondary schools in Ogun State, Nigeria. Twelve secondary schools were randomly selected from Egba and Ijebu divisions of the state. A sample of three hundred and sixty (360) students participated in the study. Three research instruments were used to collect data. There was no significant difference in study habit and selfconcept of students in public and private schools. However, private school students performed significantly better than their public school counterparts in integrated science (t = 3.400, p<0.05). In both public and private schools student study habit and self-concept combined together and singularly predicted science achievement. Counsellors should encourage students to study and also train them on how to improve their self-concept in order to improve science achievement. Key Words: Study habit, self-concept, science achievement, public and private schools, junior secondary schools. Introduction Scientific discoveries affecting individuals and the society...
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...systematic body of knowledge about a particular subject. It is also the study of the physical and natural world phenomena, especially by using systematic observation and experiment. While technology refers to the study of development, and application of devices, machines and techniques for manufacturing and productive processes. Today, a good education in Science and technology is very important because of its usefulness in career such as Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Medicine, and other related fields. Its knowledge will help students to understand how things around them work. It will also encourage the accurate and precise thinking in solving, unlike other subject even your answer is not accurate it is taken for granted. Good study habits facilitate learning and develop an individual for future adjustment while, poor study habits hinders learning. Many of our students who are above average in intelligence could not achieve as expected due to poor study habits. It is therefore believed that necessary remedy must be given so that performance and wholesome study habits can be expected from our students. Studies have shown that one of the most prevalent problems in our educational system is the study habits of their students. In order to impede the development of poor study habits both school and home must work hand in hand. School children must have the right attitude towards the correct study habits, They must have a study schedule, a room of their own that is free from distracting...
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...EFFECTS OF STUDY HABITS IN THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCES OF FIRST YEAR CIVIL ENGINEERING STUDENT IN THE TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF THE PHILIPPINES SY: 2014-2015 A Research Paper Presented to the Department of College of Arts Technological Institute of the Philippines In Partial Fulfilment of the Course English 002 Submitted by: Denicha Leuise L. Javier Gesandro B. Yude Giorgina Ocubillo James Keannel A. Leop Kristoffer Lian Felix Mechel P. Abancio Ulysses Brandi F. Dela Pena January 2015 APPROVAL SHEET In partial fulfilment of the requirements in English 002, this research paper entitled: Effects of the Study Habits in the Academic Performances of First Year Civil Engineering Students in Technological Institute of the Philippines (QC) SY: 2014-2015 is prepared by the researchers from CE12KB2 which includes: Leop, James Keannel Yude, Gesandro Dela Pe CHAPTER I THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND Background of the Study Research about the effect of study habits in the academic performances of students in Technological Institute Of The Philippines (TIP) received the attention from the researchers. Study habits are learning tendencies that enable students work privately. Study habits are defined as those technique such as summarizing, note taking, outlining or locating material which learners employ to assist themselves in the efficient learning of the material which material at hand. The term...
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...Chapter 1 Introduction “A STUDY PROBLEM AFFECTS THE STUDY HABITS OF THE STUDENTS” A study habit is vital to every student’s life. It plays an essential role not only in the academic field, but also in every areas that require understanding and learning. Observance of a good study habit will ensure that success in every academic endeavour is achieved. A good study habit is founded on the very idea that the person engaged is focused on what he is studying. It also entails that the environment is peaceful and free from any disturbances. Most importantly, it requires focus. Focus would mean that the student’s mind is free from any worries and problems such that his or her concentration is centered on the study materials. To speak about habit is to speak about consistently doing something on a regular basis. It also means following certain guidelines to ensure a successful outcome. However, it cannot be ignored that there are certain factors that could affect study habits. To name a few, these are: online games/social networking, gadgets, peer factors, teacher factor, student factor and financial problems Given the high tech age, online games such as Dota and social networking like Facebook can highly affect a good study habit. It consumes the time of every student. Undeniably, majority of the time that is supposedly be devoted to studying is spent instead navigating the internet. Gadgets such as PSP and playstation are also disturbances . Peer...
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...& Educational Studies 2(3) 72-75 Rjopes © Emerging Academy Resources (2013) (ISSN: 2276-8475) www.emergingresource.org STUDY HABITS AS INFLUENCE OF ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATES IN NIGERIA Ayodele, C.S and Adebiyi, D.R Department of Guidance and Counselling, Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria. Corresponding Author: Ayodele, C.S __________________________________________________________________________________________ ABSTRACT This study examined study habit as a determinant of academic performance of undergraduates in Nigeria. It also investigated how faculty and gender influence their study habit. The study employed a descriptive research survey type. The research instrument was titled” Study habits determinants Questionnaire”. The face and content validity was ascertained by psychologist and Guidance and Counselling experts. A reliability coefficient of 0.85 was obtained using split half method. The population of the study includes all faculties in the university. Samples were selected through stratified and random sampling techniques. Two hypotheses were generated and were tested using student t-test and ANOVA at 0.05 level of significance. The descriptive analysis revealed that self concept was very strong determinant of study habit, so also was method of study, family background, socio-economic status, peer group and course of study. Again, gender was found to have no significant difference on undergraduates’ study habit while on the...
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