Chapter 1 Edited
Chapter 1 Edited
Chapter 1
Rationale
mathematics in every facet of life. However, majority of students across the world
perceived to be difficult. And based from the recent survey reports that 37% of
teens aged 13-17 found Math to be harder than other subjects. That’s became a
struggle to most of the students, and there are numerous attributes that can
Briones et al. (2021) states that the availability of teaching and learning
and Science Study (TIMSS) shows that Philippines did not fare better as 41%
failed to meet the minimum proficiency level in mathematics and it ranked as the
lowest among the 58 countries that were included in the study. However, the
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PISA result 2022 report showed that Philippines ranked 35 th in readiness from
The researchers conducted a survey that offers ABM and STEM Strands
and found out that Holy Cross Academy has a greater percent of difficulty with
Thus, having preliminary interview the students they mentioned that noisy
subject are some of the causes that having them a hard time in their learning
experiences.
In light of this, the researchers found out that the previous study
conducted only focuses on the teacher and student attributes and observed that
they aren’t involved parent and school attributes. Therefore, the researchers
were interested in examining the various attributes affecting senior high students
basis to the educational stakeholders for them to learn some solutions to this
problem.
Literature Background
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This study is founded on the following reviews that come from different
"The state shall protect and promote the right of all citizens to equal education at
all levels and shall take appropriate measures to make education accessible to
all." Everyone has the right to attend school in order to learn. The Department of
everyone, builds the groundwork for lifelong learning, and promotes service to
the greater good. For the sake of the development of the country, it must provide
opportunities for everyone to practice social skills, gain knowledge, and get
competency-based education.
development of the youth. He must consequently give his all, particularly in the
field of mathematics. Teachers should devote more time and effort to teaching
and development.
Basic Education Act of 2001 1.2, stipulates that parents and the community shall
mandates that school authorities and parents shall concretize partnership in the
education.
Students will acquire 21st century skills, establish a habit of creation, and thrive
part of their daily learning routines (Chan et al., 2018). Supported by, Walberg's
achievement. The results shown that the following students are more likely to
have high mathematics achievement when students are (a) likely to study
mathematics and pursue mathematics related activities, (b) those who believed
that learning mathematics will result in a positive outcome, (c) those who trust in
result of the study of Arhin & Yanney 2020, which concludes that most of the
be very low or poor which will in a long effect impede the nations’ development
and growth. The study also revealed that being aware of increase in students’
learners’ mind, effective study habits are developed. Hence, if the learner is
interested and has a goal, he becomes persistent, careful and dedicated in his
work (Apuyon, 2004). Good attitudes are important because they can energize
and enhance individual capability. One’s attitude become imperative in the sense
that it can encourage the individual form where he is to what he aspires to be.
Thus, his beliefs affect his energy. According to Chaiken (1993), attitude is a
are strategies that help us learn more efficiently. Therefore, if a student develops
a good study skills and habits, more learning will occur and good academic
performance will result. In addition, Zulueta (1996), states that there are students
who have different techniques acquiring learning. Every student has its own way
of study habits and strategies in learning by jotting down notes while listening to
class lectures and study in advance and review the lesson for the surprise
quizzes.
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Moreover, study habits according to Fields (2006) are the means that link
that used organizational techniques that can be learned and applied to further the
are using inappropriate study habits, educational development can hindered and
even prevented.
growth and capacity for learning can be influenced and mediated by their social
isolated quest for knowledge. He goes on to say that having a parent or instructor
who is more informed about the subject matter can tremendously assist a child's
perspectives through the characters portrayed through media, and how it brings
observation. In this theory, it will relate into a parents’ involvement in the learning
effectively if they are motivated and interested in what they are studying (Zulueta,
influences how much they learn since it motivates them to give every action they
undertake for educational purposes their best effort, and if they can maintain their
interest, they will learn more (Estorba, et al., 2008). On the other hand, it was
affected the students' interest in math (Arthur, et al., 2014). If teachers don't learn
efficient strategies for teaching math, students could find the lesson dull. Keeping
McGuire (2000) says that there are many variables in low achievement of
students, but this study focuses on the context of three identified factors. The first
abilities, and personality. The student component, which also covers study
into consideration. This essay's goal is to identify the elements that significantly
Additionally, Sin Son (2003) in Mateo (2011) claimed that the teacher is
pupils’ academic success. The students’ academic achievement will suffer if the
called grass roots educators who are efficient and effective to their field of
person. Teachers are capable enough to do this because they are the second
students to learn actively and to apply practically the knowledge that they have
acquired in the classroom (Lakshmi, et al., 2004). The teachers should find out
teaching methods that fit to the attention and interest of the students.
teach (method) and the skill appropriate for effective teaching. Teacher shoukd
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know everything for effective learning. In 2011, Quitalig addresses the teacher to
encourage the students to learn Mathematics with the use of new methods and
techniques. In addition, Bilbao, et al., (2008) states that the teacher should select
appropriate to learners and aligned to objective of the lesson. The teacher should
lesson.
Study conducted by Clark et al., (2007) also agreed that positive domestic
They further added that teaching learning process carried out at school is
incomplete without the support of home environment. Also Shah et al., (2012)
connection with the dissertation study of Parveen (2007) studied students’ home
which has further influences on adult life of the child. Parveen (2007) along with
Muola (2010) believe that home environment hinders or support children overall
Schools are the heart of learning and being held accountable for every
learning process has no fruitful results”. (Kochenderfer, Ladd & Pelletier, 2018).
learning Mathematics.
Independent Variable
Intervening Variable
Dependent Variable
Academic Performance
THE PROBLEM
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strand?
2. What are the different attributes affecting the Senior High School Students
Performance in Mathematics?
attributes?
Null Hypothesis
The thesis writers believe that this study will merit the following:
Parents. This study will assist the parents in keeping an eye on their
education.
Teachers. The result of this study would give them ideas on what
in determining how to address the attributes that influence the difficulties that
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Design
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condition because the purpose is to find new truth, which may come in different
insights into attributes, which are operating, the discovery of a new causal
others. The study measured data that already exist and the number of
in term of interest, study habits and attitudes; the teacher – related attributes in
This study will be conducted in Holy Cross Academy, Tubigon, Bohol with
a distance ten meters from the highway. Holy Cross Academy offers elementary,
Junior High School and Senior High School with Accountancy, Business and
The respondents of this study were the Grade 11 ABM and STEM senior
high student in the Holy Cross Academy. The total population of Grade 11 is 345:
48 are ABM students and 71 are STEM students. The researchers will use the
Instrument
thesis of Balbadosa (2010) and Shamaki, T.A. (2015) to attain the purpose of the
of chalkboard and number of students per class and the T-test analysis on
respondents. The most important details in this text are the five checkboxes that
These five checkboxes were rank as Always (5), Often (4), Sometimes (3),
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Rarely (2) and Never (1). Part 1 on the questionnaire-checklist obtained the
student related attributes such as their personal interest, attitude, and study
education. And Part 4 obtained school context attributes that presented ten
statements and each statement was given one set of five checkboxes. The five
checkboxes were rank as Strongly Agree (SA), Agree (A), Disagree (D) and
Procedure
In making this study possible and successful, the researchers first asked
for permission, approval and assistance from the authority of the school. The
Tubigon and Sagbayan, Holy Cross Academy in Tubigon and San Agustin
the Grade 11/students at Holy Cross Academy in Tubigon and San Agustin
National High School in Sagbayan. After tabulating the results of the preliminary
interviews, the researchers concluded that the environment would be the Holy
request to the designated teachers handling General Mathematics subject for the
grades of the respondents. After getting the total population, the researchers
went to the statistician to ask for the number of students to be covered for the
pilot testing.
Statistical Treatment
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x=
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Where:
x = Weighted mean
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f = Frequency
subject.
The student has very good
Very Satisfactory 85-89 performance towards the
subject.
The student has good
Satisfactory 80-84 performance towards the
subject.
The student has fair
Fairly Satisfactory 75-79 performance towards the
subject.
The student has poor
Did Not Meet Expectation Below 75 performance towards the
subject.
performance in Mathematics, …
DEFINITION OF TERMS
For better clarification and understanding of the terms related to this study.
respondent.
their identity.
Strand. This refer to the chosen field that student choose to pursue.
instruction in teaching which helps student learn better. It can be high technology
Questionnaire
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I. Demographic Profile
Direction: please check (√) and rate yourself honestly on what you
A. Personal Interest 5 4 3 2 1
B. Attitude 5 4 3 2 1
C. Study Habit 5 4 3 2 1
mathematics teachers displayed the following traits and behavior using the
following scales:
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A. Personality Traits 5 4 3 2 1
My mathematics teacher…
1. Maintains a good relation with his or her students and
co-teachers.
2. Imposes proper discipline and is nit strict in following the
prescribed rules.
3. Is open to suggestions and opinions and is worthy of
praise.
4. She shows smartness, confidence and firmness when
teaching.
5. Is open-minded and has an appealing personality with
good sense of humor.
B. Teaching Skills 5 4 3 2 1
My mathematics teacher…
1. Has mastery of the lessons in mathematics
C. Instructional Materials 5 4 3 2 1
My mathematics teacher uses…
5. Workbooks/textbooks
Direction: Please rate each item as to the extent/desire that your parents
displayed the following traits and behavior using the following scales:
8. You can clearly see all writings on the board from the
backseat because no student obstructs another view
due to seats construct.
9. Adequate air ventilation during mathematics lesson
might improve your performance.
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