CHAPTER I PROBLEM AND ITS SETTING INTRODUCTION Learning objectives have been around for a while but competencies are becoming a popular concept to include in curriculum. Learning Competencies includes listening, reading, speaking and writing are an educational term relating to the skills, behaviors and knowledge that are necessary to be successful. Learning competencies are more qualitative than quantitative, thus are less easily adaptable to a good scale. A unit of competency might be a task, a role, a function or a learning module. Academic Performance is often measured more by ear than today. Although education is not the only road to success in the working world, much effort is made to identify, evaluate and encourage the progress of students in school. Learning Competencies like increasing reading and writing vocabulary through wide like reading and word study, using appropriate comprehension strategies and effective before during, and after reading, using listening skills and using complete sentences, correct word order in sentences, these learning competencies that the students will develop. If a child fails to acquire these skills, his/her academic performance suffers. If a child is frustrated with his/her academic performance, chances are he/she drops out of school and eventually reverts to illiteracy BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY This study will be concluded at Paiisa Elementary School Grade V pupils in Paiisa Tiaong Quezon, S.Y 2011-2012. Most of the students enrolled in Paiisa come from nearly in Barangay. This school is clean and conductive learning. The residents of the town are to be engaged in many different activities and livelihood. But when their children reach the grounds of the school, they are very concerned and focused. They believed that education uplift their socio-economic. In the intermediate level, teachers teach their pupils in basic learning to be achieved such as reading, writing, speaking and listening. Through the years pupils learn more things like correct sentence construction which are very useful in their future. But nowadays pupils seem to lose their attention in English especially in its vital parts such as reading, writing, speaking and listening. And as future educators this challenges the researcher to conduct the study because she wanted to find out the learning competencies and academic performance of the pupils.

STATEMENT OF THE STUDY The main purpose of this study is to determine the learning competencies and academic performance in English among Grade V pupils of Paiisa Elementary School in Paiisa, Tiaong, Quezon S.Y.2011-2012 Specifically, it will answer the following questions. 1. What are the learning competencies in English of the respondents in terms of? 1. Listening 2. Reading 3. Speaking 4. Writing 2. What is the mean of academic performance in English of the respondents? 3. Is there a significant relationship between the learning competencies and academic performance in English of the respondents? SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY Through this research, one will be able to determine the Learning Competencies and Academic Performance of Grade V pupils. This study is very significant to the teachers; they will know the related knowledge, skills and attitudes of the students. For the administrator they should know the attitudes and skills of the pupils. For the parents, they have care about their child’s academic performance, because they believe good academic results will provide more career choices. For the pupils, to develop their good attitudes and to enhance their skills and knowledge.
SCOPE AND LIMITATION This study will be concerned on the learning competencies which include speaking, writing, listening and reading and academic performance in English among Grade V pupils of Paiisa Elementary School in Paiisa, Tiaong, Quezon S.Y.2011-2012.It will be limited only to forty (40) respondents. Test questionnaire will serve as an instrument for data collection including the grades in English first two grading periods.
DEFINITION OF TERMS The researcher defines the following terms conceptually and operationally for an easy understanding of their research.
Academic Performance refers to the mean grades in English for the first 2nd grading periods.
English is the subject that the student needs to take.
Learning competencies includes four variables which are listening, reading, speaking and writing.
Listening refers to in the study it is one of the factors in determining the competencies of a pupil.
Reading refers to public recital of passage from books. (Webster for collage).
Speaking includes skills in using the language expressions and grammatical structures correctly in oral communications.
Writing refers to mechanical act of forming characters on papers or any other material.

CHAPTER II
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES
RELATED LITERATURE The effectives of learning competencies are less prescriptive and are meant to facilitate the student’s orientation to the subject being studied as well as guiding the choice of teaching, learning and assessment strategies for the module. Britannica Concise Encyclopedia (2010) ability to read and write. The term may also refer to familiarity with the literature to a basic education obtain through a written word. According to Grahams and Herbert M.A (2010) reading is always connected to other. Writing is sometimes used to improve the reading ability of the pupils. Writing to read identifies for instructional practice that shows affectivity to improve pupils reading skills. According to Hill, J. and K. Flynn (2006) grammatical errors should never be overtly corrected but it is always appropriate to model back appropriate English usage. The best way to provide corrective feed back when grammar or pronunciation errors are made in simply to model the correct English without overtly calling attention to the error. Overtly correcting grammar and pronunciation can generate anxiety, which in turn can inhibit natural language acquisition. Academic Performance it is accomplishment of the pupils in school subject like English. Tovani (2004) said the increasing the learning competencies is not only for improving skills but also to develop the higher thinking skills of the child. And well designed competencies program will give the pupils enough opportunities to use the learning competencies-reading, speaking, listening and writing for varied and authentic purpose Crisostomo (2002) emphasized that English, as a subject is concerned with developing competencies in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Why they are motivated to learn and use the language. As a toll subject the specific skills constituting such competencies should be developed to the point of mastery in communication situation using various materials. According to Redondo (2002) stated the educators journal which was printed form the Educators Diary 2000 Booklet, that it is essential that English be taught as means of communication and not just set of structures and rules. According to Morton and Both (2000) learning may involved mastering, abstract, principles, understanding proofs, remember factual information, acquiring methods, techniques and approaches, recognition, reasoning, debating ideas or developing behaviors appropriate to specific situation.

RELATED STUDIES Children learn and develop best when the home and the school work closely together. Learning is said to involve a process of individual transformation. It is self-evident that experience gained through life education and work plays a central role in the process of learning and this perspective on learning. The modern world calls for a globally competent English user to be able to cope with the learners. Silang (2010) she mentioned that the listening skills that can be learned. Although listening is often ignored, it takes ups the greatest amount of time in the study of four skills-listening, speaking, writing, and reading. Listening like any other skills has to be practiced because we listen everyday and we know how to do it. Mercandillo (2004) recommended in her study that the teachers of English subject should integrate teaching grammar in teaching literature to enhance the comprehension ability of the students. Blair (2003) listening purpose is an important variable in learning. The development of good listening ability involves recognizing that there are specific purpose in listening, each with defined requirement and skills. Kentucky (2002) stated that reading is the complex recursive process through which we make meaning from texts, using semantic, syntax and visual, aural and communication for the variety of purposes and audience in a variety of a real world form. In the study of Abella (2000) she mentioned that inability to learn and to comprehend lectures and assigned reading is not usual among students. The fact deterioration of the student’s performances and achievement in English has been observed in the entire activity. Sanchez (2000) concluded that whether the respondents are highly academic achievers or low academic achievers still perceive that different factors in the family affected the academic performance.
CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK Based on the study of the researcher to the related literature and related studies, pupils achieve the desired levels of competence. To enhance the skills of the pupils in the learning competencies and academic performance. They emphasized the English as a subject concerned with developing competencies in speaking, listening, reading and writing. This institution will help them to develop their physical, social, mental well being and also their behavior, awareness, consciousness and self-esteem are to be enhanced during the elementary days but nowadays pupils seem to lose or to lack their attention in English in its vocabulary skills especially in its vital parts such as reading, writing, listening and speaking. And foundation of their education will be their gained knowledge and experience that are essential for their better learning.
Chapter III
METHODOLOGY
This chapter presents the methodology of the study which is to develop the learning competencies and academic performance in English V at elementary level. This methodology covers the research design, locale of the study, sampling and respondents, research instrumentation, data gathering process and statistical.
LOCALE OF THE STUDY The locale of the study was the Paiisa Elementary School in Paiisa, Tiaong, Quezon.
RESEARCH DESIGN The researcher use the descriptive method of research and her main tool in data gathering was a questionnaire. It was designed to determine the learning competencies and academic performance in English.
SAMPLING AND RESPONDENTS This study utilized forty (40) pupils who are studying at Paiisa Elementary School during SY 2011-2012. It composed twenty (20) boys and twenty (20) girls. The researcher used purposive sampling to determine the number of respondents needed to acquire the needed data for the study.

INSTRUMENTATION The instrument used in this study was a test made by the researcher to know the Learning Competencies and Academic Performance of the pupils in English.
VALIDATION OF THE INSTRUMENT After the test was conducted, it was content validation by the thirteen (13) experts using the inter consistency judgments criteria. It was the content validation by the research adviser. The test was tried out to forty (40) pupils of Paiisa Elementary School to determine the responsiveness of the respondents to the instrument.
DATA GATHERING PROCESS The researcher first sought the permission and endorsement of the school principal to be able to use their pupils as the researcher respondents. There were forty (40) grade five pupils who were asked to become part of the study.
STATISTICAL TREATMENT After collecting the answered test, the data gathered were tallied, tabulated and analyzed statistically. The mean will be use in determining the perception of pupils on the learning competencies and academic performance. The formulas that will use are:

[pic] = [pic] where : [pic] = mean of the scores ∑X = summation of the scores N = total number of the respondents To determine the significance of the correlation coefficient when being compute, other will subject to a T-test using the formula.

T = r[pic] where : T = computed t-value R = computed correlation N = number of the respondents

To determine the difference between the learning competencies and academic performance of the respondents the Pearson R was computed. The Pearson R formula:

R = [pic] where: R = correlation coefficient N = total number of respondents X = mean score of learning competencies Y = academic performance of the pupils ∑X = summation of learning competencies ∑Y = summation of academic performance

I.Directions: Listen carefully. Encircle the letter of the best answer. THE UNIVERSE The sun is a huge ball of hot gases which gives us heat and light. Around it revolves the nice planets, one of which is the Earth. The planets, together with the meteorites and planetoids, make up the solar system. Far beyond the planets outside the solar system are the stars which maybe even bigger than our own sun. One maybe able to see a thousand stars with the naked eye. But with the help of a powerful telescope, one maybe able to see millions of another’s. The stars beyond the solar system are parts of a much larger system that includes everything in the heavens. This system is the universe. 1. This selection is about the_________. a. Sun c. universe b. Solar system d. planet
2. The __________is the main source of light. a. Planet c. stars b. sun d. meteorite
3. As to size, stars are________. a. of the same size c. of different size b. grouped according to their sizes d. mix all the size
4. As to number, stars can be________. a. in hundreds c. in thousands b. millions d. in billions
5. We can see millions of stars through_________. a. the naked eye c. the microscope b. the magnifying glass d. the telescope

6. The planets that are known to man so far is ________ in number. a. 6 c. 8 b. d.7
7. The sun, the planets with its moons, the meteors, and meteorites make up our________. a. galaxy c. universe b. solar system d. earth
8. Comparing the solar system and the universe, the solar system is____________. a. smaller c. bigger b. very small d. just a big
9. The universe contains everything that is found in___________. a. our earth c. our planet b. the solar system d. the heavens
10. What is a huge ball of hot gases which gives us heat and light.? a. sun c. earth b. solar system d. planet

THE TRICYCLE BOY At fourteen, Joselito was one of the youngest boys among the tricycle drivers operating near the Sta. Ana Market in Manila. His mother died when he was ten. When his father remarried and had other children of his own, Joselito preferred to stay with an aunt rather than join the new family. His aunt earned their living by washing clothes. Joselito became a tricycle driver in the morning to help earn some money. He went to school in the afternoon. Joselito had many customers. He was always pleasant and cheerful. He was very helpful, too. He carried the customer’s bags. Sometimes he gave school children a free ride on his tricycle. Through his efforts, Joselito did not only help his aunt, but made her happy, too.
11. How old was Joselito? a. 12 c. 13 b.14 d. 15
12. How did he help his aunt? a. by being a tricycle driver c. by shining shoes b. by selling newspaper d. bread vendors
13. Where did he drive his tricycle? a. in Sta. Ana c. in Quiapo b. in Makati d. in Laguna
14. When did his mother die? a. when he was a baby c. when he was five b. when he was ten d. when he was eleven
15. What did his father do? a. He ran away with another woman c. he married again b. he became cruel to Joselito d. he care Joselito
16. With whom did Joselito prefer to stay? a. with his friend c. with his father b. with his aunt d. with his mother
17. How did his aunt earn a living? a. by selling fruits c. by washing clothes b. by begging d. by singing

18. Did Joselito go to school? a. yes c. No b. Maybe d. I don’t know
19. What kind of boy was Joselito? a. intelligent c. helpful b. proud d. friendly
20. What did he do with school children? a. He gave them free rides c. he ignored them b. He did not let them ride on his tricycle. d.
II. Directions; Infer traits of characters on the following sentences. Choose from among the words below. Encircle the letter of the correct letter.
21. Man is bancas tried to fish people out of the river. The men were. a. helpful b. generous c. honest d. industrious
22. Mother told Richard to look for his sisters. He left the house right away. Richard is ______. a. dedicated b. Obedient c. caring d. helpful
23. The fiesta organizers invited their friends, neighbors and relatives to join the parade. The organizers were _______. a. Happy b. friendly c. thankful d. helpful
24. When Richard sensed danger, he stopped diving Richard was_______. a. afraid b. sensible c. grateful d.fear
25. The strong current of the river did not stop Ronnie from saving small children Ronnie was_______. a. courage’s b. kindhearted c. friendly d. mean

B. Give the general mood of expressions in the following situations. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
26. Luisa is playing with her sister when her mother told her to turn the switch of their fluorescent light. Although she’s busy she still follows her mother. a. convincing b. worry c. happy d. kindhearted
27. Carlo was trapped in a cave but he never thought he can leave the place. a. fear b. hopeless c. hopeful d. happy
28. The child’s face becomes pale so her mother brought her to the hospital. a. affection b. hope c. angry d. worried
29. The storm is destroying the lands and homes but the dikes keep the people safe. a. happy b. gratitude c. fear d. courage
30. Sandra saw a very beautiful doll in a store near the school. She wanted to buy it but she had no money. a. joyful b. lonely c. worry d. excitement

C. Choose an appropriate coordinate conjunction for the following sentences. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
31. The girl will apologize to her teacher_____ not to her classmate. a. and b. but c. or d. yet
32. To be admitted to the show, we needed the tickets ________ admission price. a. but b. and c. or d. yet
33. You may sit beside my father _______ at the head of the table. a. or b. but c. and d. or
34. The students _______ the teachers joined the rally. a. or b. and c. yet d. but
35. Don’t place the fruit on the chair _______ on the table. a. but b. or c. and d. yet

III. Directions: Read each sentences. Encircle the letters of the best phrase to complete each sentences.
36. Tony had wasted his money in video games. Now he could not pay his tuition fee. His parents had no more money to give him. a. He cried and cried till his mom gave him money b. He had to stop schooling that school year c. His teacher gave him money for tuition. d. He continued watching and playing video games.
37. Upon learning what Tony had done? a. His mother and father gave him a video game apparatus. b. His parents scolded him, threatening to stop his allowance c. His teacher sent him to the precinct. d. His parents gave him money to play a video game.
38. What tony could only do afterwards was _____ a. To play more video games b. to ask for money c. to be sorry d. to laugh at himself
39. He had no more money for tuition after _______. a. having spent it all on video games. b. going home from school one day c. telling Carlo about his serious problem d. Walking home with Carlo one morning.
40. Watching or playing video games creates a different world that makes people violent and aggressive. Hence, it is ________. a. enjoyable and interesting b. harmful and dangerous c. worthwhile and profitable d. expensive and enjoyable
41. Bobby liked climbed trees. After the heavy rains one afternoon, he decided to go to the backyard to climb the guavas tree. His mother stopped him, for the tree branches were slippery. Bobby did not listen and rushed out of the house. a. Bobby safety got of the house tree house instead b. Bobby went to his friend’s house instead c. Bobby fell of the tree. d. Bobby went to the store
42. Liza helps her mother do households work. She can cook rice and simple viands. She sweeps their front and backyards each morning before going to school. Liza prepares her own lunch box every day a. Mother tells Liza not to help her anymore b. Mother rewards Liza with praises for helping her. c. Mother got angry to Liza d. Mother reminds Liza to do more housework.
43. A month before the deadline. Luis has started researching on his project. Now, Luis has prepared all the necessary materials for his project, a mock model of a dinosaur park. He even asked his mother to buy the dinosaurs for his park. a. Luis did not pass his project. b. Luis will finish his project before the deadline. c. it will difficult for Luis to submit his project on time. d. Luis will have to ask his friends help to finish his project
44. Ian volunteers to answer the teacher’s questions. He writes good compositions. He does his assignments and submits his project on time. Ian always follows direction. a. Ian’s teacher was not impressed. b. Ian earned good grades in school. c. Ian got a low grades in school. d. The teachers scolded Ian to do better in school.
45. Noel bullied the younger children by grabbing there school bags and lunch boxes. He teased the girls by pulling their hair. a. The teacher scolded him and told him to stop. b. The teacher was impressed c. The teacher praised Noel for doing well in school. d. The teacher did not mind Noel.
46. The Philippine Eagle is found nowhere else in the world except in our country hence_______. a. It is slowly disappearing b. the title of monkey eating eagle. c. It lives in our rain forest d. The name of Philippine eagle
47. Philippine eagles are majestic and beautiful. When grown up, they reach 3 feet in length. Their wings span 7 feet. Indeed,__________ a. They are fast disappearing. b. The live in lush rain forest. c. They are awesome to behold. d. They are majestic and beautiful. 48. Marissa studies hard. She never misses her classes. She joins contest, program and other school activities. a. she did not pass b. she got sick c. Her name was in the honor list d. she got a low grade
49. Mr. Valdez worked hard for their business. His son who was thirty years old spent much of their earnings from their business on his vices. a. The business went bankrupt. b. The business was not successful. c. His son became a rich man. d. The business was successful.
50. Mildred in putting on a beautiful long gown. Her mother is helping her Mildred’s father and brothers are decorating the arc. a. Mildred is going to school b. Mildred is going to have a picture taken c. Mildred is going wedding d. Mildred is going to join Santacruzan

IV. Directions: Read the story. I worked for a company that supplies materials to picture Framers. One of our costumers told me about a woman who wanted Green Frame. She had shown the woman a selection of sample corner pieces, holding them up to the picture one at a time. However, the woman did not feel that any of them were right. “Could you be more precise about what you had in mind?”My costumer asked the woman. “You don’t seem to understand, dear the woman replied.”I want a frame that goes right around the picture

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|Criteria |A |B |C |D |
|Proper pronunciation | | | | |
|Intonation | | | | |
|Diction | | | | |

A-Very satisfactory
B-Satisfactory
C-Good
D-Fair

LEARNING COMPETENCIES AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN ENGLISH AMONG GRADE FIVE PUPILS IN PAIISA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PAIISA TIAONG QUEZON

In Partial Fulfilment of Research Paper Writing
Presented by:
Saez, Geraldine D.
BEEd – 3b

Presented to:
Dr. Bella R. Muello
Instructor
SLSU – Tiaong Campus

Table of Specification

TOPIC | |OBJECTIVES | |TOTAL NO. OF % |ITEM PLACEMENT | | |Easy |Average |Difficult | | | |*Listening | | | | | | | - selections listened to: | | | | | | | The Universe |4 |2 |4 | 10% |(1-4) (5-7) (8-10) | | The Tricycle Boy |4 |2 | 2 | 10% |(11-14) (15-16) (17-18) | |*Reading | | | | | | |Infer | | | | | | |traits of characters |3 |1 | 1 |5% |(19-22) (23) (24-25) | |general mood | 3 |1 |2 | 5% |(26-27) (28) (29-30) | |appropriate conjunction |3 | 1 |1 | 5% |(31-33) (34) (35) | |*Writing | | | | | | |possible outcomes |8 | 3 |4 |15% |(36-42) (43-45) (46-50) | | |25 |10 |15 |50% | | |