Ramon Teves Pastor Memorial - Dumaguete Science High School

THE EFFECT OF ONLINE CLASS ON THE MENTAL HEALTH OF

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

OMEGA, RIC EMMANUEL

SISON, SEAN FILBERT

DEIMOS, KARYLLE

SALVORO, LYLE NISHKA

Mr. Lester Campoy

February 16, 2021

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

TITLE PAGE………………………………………………………………………....1

ABSTRACT…………………………………………………………………………..4

CHAPTER I: INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………...5

● Background of the study………………………………………………………5

● Statement of the problem……………………………………………………...6

○ General problem……………………………………………………….7

○ Specific problem………………………………………………………7

● Significance of the study………………………………………………………8

● Scope and Delimitation………………………………………………………..9

CHAPTER II: REVIEW OF RELATED

LITERATURE……………………………………………………………………....1

FRAMEWORK……………………………………………………………………..12

● Related Literature...…………………………………………………………..13

CHAPTER III: METHODOLOGY……………………………………………….14

● Study Design…………………………………………………………………14

● Sampling method……………………………………………………………..14

● Data collection method……………………………………………………….15

● Data analysis method………………………………………………………...15

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CHAPTER IV: PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF

DATA………………………………………………………………………………...16

CHAPTER V: CONCLUSIONS AND

RECOMMENDATIONS…………………………………………………………...39

● Conclusions…………………………………………………………………..39

● Recommendations……………………………………………………………39

CHAPTER VI: REFERENCES……………………………………………………41

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 ABSTRACT

The researchers conducted this study to investigate and describe how the

transition to online class affects the mental health of senior high school students. The

purpose of this study is to focus on how the new mode of school affects the mental

health of senior high school students and help groups of people learn to understand

the students currently experiencing negative effects because of the new mode. The

result of our study shows that the current state of the new mode of learning has a lot

of negative effects on the academic performance of a student. The current state of

education and the factors it requires is too much for many students to handle. The new

way of learning can make the students feel uncomfortable, feel annoyed or irritated

because of inconsistent schedules, too many distractions, or inconsistent internet

connection. A lot of factors are essential in the new mode of learning and the student

does not have complete control over these factors which can greatly affect their

experience in the current state of education.

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 CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Background of the study

According to Lilah Burke (2017), mental, emotional and academic impacts of

the shift to online education are likely to be challenging. Since online education is

newly introduced to everyone, it requires efforts from both the teacher and the student

to make things similar to the standard way of teaching. The shift to online education

makes it harder for students as it is also not easily available to everyone, as not

everyone can afford to have internet connection. According to Amy Bintliff (n.d.),

the mismatch between expectation and reality can be difficult for students. Part of this

is because the important milestones, like graduation, can’t happen the way they were

envisioned. Online classes are still new and the students and teachers are still trying to

find their places. Based on research, online classes do not really help improve the

student’s abilities to reach out as they are much more used to physical meetings,

communicating to new people might not be as fulfilling because students now seem to

stick to the people they already know. Online class seems to have more of a negative

impact to most students, as it has less incentives and most students do not find it

motivating, it can also lead to depression and self-conscious people becoming less

interactive, the lesser incentives make other students feel alienated and this adds to the

lack of motivation in attending classes.

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 According to Rayane Alamuddin (n.d.), students have been struggling with

social isolation. Alamuddin states that students miss being in person with their

classmates, colleagues and faculty members because of the organic conversations and

relationships they can create. This made students excited about learning and held

them accountable and motivated to engage in school activities, because of this they

also learned more. As online class is still new, people are still finding a way to

improve the experience for everyone involved as some activities require hands-on

learning, school equipment, and supervision.

The mental health of a person plays an important role in their everyday life,

this includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. This helps

determine how we handle stress and make choices in our life. Mental health problems

are likely to occur through adolescence as we encounter different levels of stress.

Mental health problems have early warning signs, these may include: eating too much

or too little, little to no sleep, feeling helpless, having low or no energy. Our mental

health and wellness is important to work at our best, positive mental health can help

us cope with stress and stay productive. There are many ways to maintain positive

mental health, such as making friends and interacting, experiencing new things may

also help in maintaining a positive mindset. There are a lot of ways to maintain

positive mental health and these vary depending on the person’s likes, it is also

advised to seek professional help.

Statement of the Problem

People must be aware of the current state of education and its effects on the

mental health of students. Anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental

health conditions. People are already familiar with anxiety and that it affects the

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mentality of people but the knowledge in identifying the people who may be

experiencing it is insufficient. They still need more knowledge on how it affects the

person, regardless if the effect is minimal or not. By this, it will help broaden their

knowledge. They will be able to identify the causes of anxiety and they will also be

able to treat or prevent the negative effects that could potentially sprung.

Mental health sickness will cause negative effects on the students affected by

this sickness. It may affect a person's behaviour, such as low or no energy during the

day. It can also affect their mental thought process and their choices. This can cause a

student to become more passive in their studies and produce unsatisfactory grades. A

person’s mental health plays a vital role in how the person acts, a student that is aware

of his or her mental health will often learn more and produce better grades compared

to a person with bad mental health awareness.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between a

student's mental health and its effect on the academic performance among 67 senior

high school students in the school year of 2020 to 2021. The specific objectives of the

study included:

1. To investigate the impact of online classes on the academic performance of the

students of the school year 2020-2021.

2. To investigate the relationship between mental health and academic

performance among senior high school students of school year 2020-2021.

3. To identify the different signs and effects of mental illnesses on students.

Findings of this study will help improve the knowledge and awareness of not

just the students but also the families and teachers so that they are given a chance to

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better manage and understand people who may be associated with certain levels of

anxiety. The findings will also add to the existing body of knowledge.

Significance of the Study

The result of this study would help various peer groups or will be beneficial to

the following:

Parents. Findings of this research would be beneficial to the parents as it will offer

them information about the current situation of education and how it could possibly

affect their children. They will be more knowledgeable and guided on how to deal

with issues related to our study and it will become much easier for parents to relate to

what their children may be experiencing. This will help parents become more patient

and understanding towards individuals experiencing the issue.

Community. This study revolves around the experiences of senior high school

students on the new mode of learning which is online education. Through this

research, the community will be informed about the impact of online class on senior

high school students. This study will allow them to comprehend how effective the

new mode of learning will be to the students and how it also has a negative impact on

them. Also, the community will be more open to apprehend a certain individual that is

experiencing this issue.

Teachers. Findings of this research would be beneficial to the teachers for they will

have the awareness of the impact of online classes on students during the change of

medium in education. Through this research, the teachers will be informed about the

good and bad effects of online classes on students and they can use this information to

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their advantage. It allows teachers to find a more solid path to teaching in this new

medium of education to help improve the experience of the students and teachers.

Scope and Delimitation

The study is deemed to be carried out with the principal focus on the Señior High

School students in Ramon Teves Pastor Memorial-Dumaguete Science High School.

This study will exclude members from the Juñior High School department. Moreover,

it will conduct 67 representatives from the grade 12 students

Due to the pandemic, the researchers randomly picked 67 representatives in the

12th grade level because of the difficulty of conducting face-to-face interviews and

easier access to gathering data. The researchers instead went with an alternative

method via online survey. However, not all students can access the internet which is

out of reach of the researchers . Thus making inconvenience for the researchers in

gathering data and information.

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 CHAPTER II

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Related Literature

Having exclusively online interactions can have a real impact on the mental

health of both students and professors. “Zoom fatigue” is real – video chats make it

harder for our brains to process “non-verbal cues like facial expressions, the tone and

pitch of the voice, and body language,” according to one BBC article. Delays in the

video conference can make it harder to feel like you are having a natural conversation

with the other people in your call. Being aware you are on camera can also drain your

energy, as you may feel more conscious of how you appear to others and feel

pressured to perform. (Pietrewicz, 2020)

Most students are feeling the strain. For many, that strain begins with the eyes.

Those unaccustomed to squinting at poorly adjusted computer screens in sub optimum

ambient lighting are subjected to eyestrain that can have lasting effects.

Ophthalmologists recommend taking breaks from screen reading every 20 minutes

and adjusting room lighting to avoid glare and reflections. (Schroeder, 2020)

Online video calls are socially draining as it takes more work to pick up social

cues and not see people’s faces and bodies in real time. A National Geographic article

explains that “a typical video call impairs these ingrained abilities, and requires

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sustained and intense attention to words instead.” This is referred to as “Zoom

fatigue.” (Code & Jett, 2020)

While the flexibility of studying online can benefit some, the lack of structure

can lead to stress associated with maintaining timelines and the anxiety of looming

assessment deadlines. The potential lack of social support afforded by interaction of

peers, including encouragement and collaboration, and non-study related social

interactions, may lead to isolation. There are also issues related to overlap between

home-life and study as not all students will have appropriate and private spaces and

time for study, particularly those with family commitments. They may also have more

limited identification with their institution and may not feel like a "real student". This

may limit their feeling of self worth and sense of achievement associated with their

educational progress. The pressures associated with online study may contribute to

lower completion rated for those studying online(Wladis et al., 2016)

For some, the requirements of the technology associated with online learning

can lead to the experience of strong negative emotions. Frustration and confusion can

result in stress and anxiety which limit the effectiveness of the educational

interactions, reducing learning and leading to poor social relationships and poorer

wellbeing ( Saadé & Kira, 2009)

“With online classes, students may experience challenges as it relates to

increased screen time,” Oyoque and Brown said in an email. “(Students) may

experience increased fatigue, headaches, lack of motivation,

avoidance/procrastination, ineffective time management, feelings of isolation due to

limited socialization in-person, minimized awareness and understanding of others

created by in-person dialogues.” (Wiles, 2020)

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 The worldwide rapid increase of infected cases has created a sense of

uncertainty and anxiety about what is going to happen. It has also caused a

tremendous level of stress among the university fraternity, inclusive of students. This

stress may lead to unfavorable effects on the learning and psychological health of

students ( Sahu, 2020)

Virtual learning has inevitably increased the amount of time students spend on

digital devices everyday. Sophomore student Divisha Jaiswal is an international

student from India. She noted that online learning has resulted in a significant increase

in her personal electronic use in an interview with The News-Letter. In addition to

adverse health impacts from altered sleep cycles, increased digital use can affect

student’s physical and mental health. Jennifer Katzenstein, director of psychology and

neuropsychology at the Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, has observed the impact of

remote learning on children of all ages. (Balram, 2020)

Theoretical Framework

The Concept of Self-Esteem and Self-Concept Theory are closely related to

the topic. The Concept of Self-Esteem discusses the differences between people with

high self-esteem and low self-esteem which correlates with the performance of a

student during their school years. The concept states that most people who have low-

self esteem often make social interaction with others difficult as they feel awkward,

shy, conspicuous, and unable to adequately express themselves when interacting with

others, this makes them more likely to experience anxiety. The second theory which is

the Self-Concept Theory is significant in the sense that the view of ourselves affects

our mindset, and how we view others affect our actions. The concept helps clarify the

awareness of oneself, to have a concept of oneself. The two concepts will help and

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guide the researchers to improve and accomplish the study satisfactorily. (See

Theoretical Framework 1.0 below)

Conceptual Framework

This study aims to examine the impact of online class on the mental health of

senior high school students. The mental effects of schoolworks and deadlines are

unavoidable by school peers. This dilemma would not only affect the student’s mental

health but also on how they perform in any given task and how they perceive online

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classes. In order to know how online classes impact the mental health of senior high

school students, qualitative data collection must be done.

CHAPTER III

METHODOLOGY

Study Design

Qualitative research is when you analyze and collect non-numerical data.

Qualitative research is commonly used in the humanities and social sciences, in

subjects such as anthropology, sociology, education, health sciences, history, etc.

(Bhandari, 2020). The type of qualitative research the researchers used for this study

is the narrative research. It is a concept where a researcher narrates the life experience

of an individual told to the researcher. Typically, these approaches concentrate on

people’s lives as told by their own stories (Clandinin & Connelly, 2000). The

researcher used this type of qualitative research since they want to know the impact of

online classes towards the mental health of a student. They wanted to learn and

understand more of their experiences.

Sampling Method

Probability sampling involves random selection, allowing you to make strong

statistical inferences about the whole group (McCombes, 2021). A technique in which

the researcher chooses samples from a larger population using a method on the theory

of probability. The sampling method used in the research is random cluster sampling.

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The researchers use this type of sampling method since they randomly picked senior

high school students; disregarding the section, sex, and age of the respondents.

Data collection method

The researchers were able to gather data and information by surveying the

respondents. Due to the pandemic going on, the researchers used google docs as a

platform to survey or question 67 senior high school students of Ramon Teves Pastor-

Memorial Dumaguete Science High School.

Data analysis method

After gathering all of the needed data and information the researchers were able to

analyze the data. The data analysis method used in the research is framework analysis.

The researchers were able to sift, chart and sort the data in accordance with the issues

and the themes from the data collected via survey. Using coding to identify relations

among the gathered data and to associate a thematic framework; charting was also

included; and interpretation as well.

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 CHAPTER IV

PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

The results of the data gathered from the survey questionnaires conducted by the

researchers are the following:

Q1..Are you able to understand your lessons during your online class?

Results:

Chart 1

Interpretation:

61.2% of students answered yes and claimed to understand their lessons during

online learning compared to the 38.8% students who answered no fail to do so.

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Q2.Were you able to adapt the new normal in learning?

Results:

Chart 2

Interpretation:

The percentage of students who claimed to say they adapted the present learning

modality reached up to 77.6% which is unimaginably greater than the remaining

22.4% of the respondents saying they couldn’t.

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Q3.Do you think online class is a good alternative for the education of students amidst

the pandemic?

Results:

Chart 3

Interpretation:

The percentage of students who claimed to think that online class is a good alternative

for the education of students amidst the pandemic rose up to 66.0% which is

unimaginably greater than the remaining 34.0% of the respondents who declined the idea.

Q4. How do you feel about the online classes?

Results:

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● very ineffective

● For me, online classes aren't that effective compared to the traditional classroom set

up or face to face. Sometimes due to internet instability, it is difficult to understand

what the teacher is discussing. Also, a student cannot reach out directly to the

teacher if he or she has questions regarding the lesson. Doing group performance

tasks or projects in this current situation is very difficult for me. It is hard to have

continuous communication with some of my classmates especially if they just read

messages and not reply at all.

● It’s not that effective for me since I am not used to it. But, online class is the best

alternative for now that there is still a pandemic ongoing.

● I honestly think na wa jd xay natabang other than giving more stress to students, not

everyone is privileged enough to like being able to acquire things like online classes

so I don't really think it's helping.

● DRAINING AND DEPRESSING

● it's too tiresome and draining

● It's Draining. Because it is a new method and people are still adapting yet there are

many hindrances along the way like unstable internet connection and

miscommunication.

● Online classes are a bit tiring and draining. It may be a better alternative for a way

of education in this pandemic but honestly it seems like a waste of time and money

since we aren't sure if we are still learning at all.

● it drains my energy

● I feel tired and drained, I have no motivation to continue with my studies.

● Tiring, draining

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● Draining while the retention of knowledge being very lol

● I feel exhausted? I try to force information into my brain who doesn't like to

cooperate.

● Physically and mentally exhausting

● it's kinda tiring

● It's pretty much tiring although we're at home staring at the computer all day hurts

my eyes.

● It's tiring and lessons are somewhat hard to understand

● stressful and hard

● It was stressful

● Anxious and always stressed

● very stressful and hard

● Stressed

● I feel like it's too distracting and stressful, because not everyone can afford the

proper equipment or find a quiet place to work in their homes.

● It is a very stressful alternative considering the fact that some teachers don't even

teach the material and topics well while also giving a lot of assignments or projects

to do that only contributes to our mental stress.

● It is stressful and a bit hard but i managed to adapt to it

● I felt stressed at first but later on I just accepted the fact that this is it. This is the

new normal.

● I feel like what matters most in online classes is the output that needs to be

submitted.

● The online classes felt so strange because this is the first time that I experienced this

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 kind of learning modality.

● Neutral Feelings

● I feel like compared to other forms of learning, online classes are a much suitable

alternative during the pandemic.

● The idea of having an online class is quite tiring and challenging for me as a

student.

● Conducting the online classes helped us to continue learning amidst the pandemic

and although a lot of us are still adapting, we are trying our best to perform well just

like in the normal classes.

● It's hard and challenging

● My experience in online classes is kind of hard, since in doing assignments or any

activity I am not able to check with the teachers face to face if what I am doing is

right or wrong.

● Mostly, I feel pressured at the deadlines of the activities coming.

● It's not really ready yet, educational preparedness-wise

● There's no better medium for education than face-to-face classes.

● Prefered face-to-face

● Actually, online classes make me lazy to listen. I think it's because we're all at our

homes. If it was in the school or somewhere else, we would be active. but then i still

can understand the lesson.

● It felt quite weird at first, but then I started to get used to it. I wish we all could get

back to the old face-to-face times though.

● Sad because it isn't for everyone. Online classes are only for those who have strong

internet connection and right equipment.

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● bad ;.; I can't understand the lesson hinay net always

● Sometimes boring sometimes nice

● It is a good alternative compared to other ways but it also has its cons like weak

internet connection.

● Sometimes I cannot understand the lessons due to bad connection and sometimes I

get distracted during classes because I will always open Facebook.

● For me, I think online classes are a double-edged blade since you can still learn

amidst the pandemic although there are some topics which are better suited for face

to face classes.

● I find it the best alternative to continue the education during COVID-19 pandemic.

But it has its own disadvantages. It only favors those who have proper signal and

good internet connection in their homes. Due to low connection and unavailable

signal in our area, I often got disconnected from classes and unable to pass my

activities on time. It is quite stressful and frustrating.

● I feel discouraged easily about online classes especially when I suffer internet

connection problems in the midst of my classes' discussion.

● It's a love and hate situation.

● I feel good about it but it has a lot of side effects

● it's chaotic but it's fine, it's harder than going to class

● I feel safe and at the same time afraid

● I felt happy and sad at the same time.

● Oftentimes, It makes me bored. It unmotivates me to listen further or understand the

lesson in a deeper way. However, I feel like it's an obligation to take. Even though I

don't like it that much, I still try my best in every subject.

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 ● Boring

● Boring and useless???

● Boring

● Boring

● It’s okay :))

● everything is normal

● Ok lang

● still education

● I feel greatly relieved. Because any more delays in having class will be a great

detriment to me getting to graduate earlier.

● I hate it

● Bad

● I don't feel so good

Table 1: Respondents answers to question 4

Coding Themes

Causes Fatigue
Draining

Exhausted and tiring

Stressful

Hard and challenging Diffuclt

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Love and hate situation Neutral and is okay with it

Neutral

It’s okay

Unsatisfied
Negative

Discouraged because of bad internet

Boring

Ineffective

Preferring face to face

Table 2:

Interpretation:

Based on the thematic analysis, most of the students have negative feedback

towards online learning saying they feel unsatisfied and that it causes fatigue. On the

other hand, some say they feel the difficulty and that they are being challenged, and

a very few portion said that they feel completely neutral about it.

Q5. Regarding the types of learning, which do you prefer?

Results:

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Chart 4

Interpretation:

Regarding the types of learning, it shows that most of the students reaching up to

77.6% enjoy the traditional face-to-face classes, 13.4% for the online learning, 7.5%

chose the blended learning, and lastly, 1.5% prefer the modular learning.

Q6. What can you say about the new normal of classes?

Results:

● Boring

● It’s ok

● Bad for the eyes

● Ok ra

● I understand that it is a great alternative, but it is so demotivating.

● It is not consistent like the time the classes will start thus making it hard for students

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 who don't have internet 24/7. It is also hard to stay focused while listening to the

discussion.

● It’s a bit challenging but it is manageable.

● I guess it's a good alternative but I'd still prefer face to face

● I can say that it is new and we have to adjust . but also we learn how to use more of

our gadgets and time

● it has a lot of disadvantages especially on the students

● Hard because I'll be easily distracted

● My stupid head can't understand anything but I have no choice so I'm tolerating it.

● Stressful

● With the situations being as they are, they’re good substitutes, but when it comes to

the retention of learnings and development of social skills, nothing beats the

traditional face to face classes.

● Makaguol ug makamingaw

● It's hard to learn from online classes, because it's not as easy to communicate with

teachers when you have a question, and I personally tend to learn more when I

google the questions than when I'm being taught in online classes.

● It feels new; However, it is nothing that a constant routine can’t fix.

● It's very hard in regards when it comes to sudden internet connection lost, and some

subjects really do require physical interaction like P.E.

● I don't really think it's that effective. But at least we have something to learn in this

pandemic.

● It's Hard and Boring even with enough resource

● I guess it is the only way so that the students can attend classes without going to

school but is not effective due to some students who won't be able to concentrate on

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 classes and some students cannot join classes due to bad Internet connection

● I hope that we can all go back to our school soon

● Boring

● A bit stressful since I can't fully express myself.

● A new experience but still prefer the face to face classes

● Good enough for a third world country

● The new way of educating us students did not come as a surprise for me because

with the fast advancement of technology, sooner or later many things will be done

virtually just like having a class.

● It's actually quite a rushed one overall. Not all students have stable WiFi connections

at the announcement of the new normal of classes, and as a result, the internet

connectivity is quite overloaded with users.

● The new normal way of learning made me realize that i still have a lazier side of

when it comes to studying

● I hope it'll end soon

● At first, I disagreed with continuing the classes online. But then I had no choice but

to follow the protocols. The new normal of classes affects my mental health, being

disconnected many times in classes is quite frustrating.

● It is certainly a new mode of learning and it's actually harder to learn especially

because of the prevalent internet connection problems within the country.

● It has advantages and disadvantages

● All I can say is that it's quite stressful

● unlike face to face , online classes are quite difficult for me especially that i easily

get distracted with gadgets and tend to forget on focusing sa class

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● Very stressful

● It is not very effective. My answers are the same as number 4.

● It's a bit annoying. Haha. Or maybe I'm just a lazy person. I just don't feel like I'd

learn a lot from sitting in front of a computer the whole day with back pain attacking

me.

● It's doing its job to prevent us from the virus but personally I wish this pandemic will

be over so that we can go back to the traditional mode.

● it makes you lazy

● it's not easy

● The new normal classes, for me, is a complicated type of education. The time when

to start and end the class is not the same, it varies depending on the teacher and it is

irritating. Some teachers are not considerate.

● At some point it is hard because there are factors that can affect the learning of a

student that they cannot control.

● It puts more pressure to students since the stability of their connection or device is

never assured.

● I hope this wouldn't continue for the next years

● It's uncertain because we don't know if this method is effective and would produce

quality graduates.

● the new normal of classes is challenging, mentally/physically

● A lot of adjustments

● I hope everything goes back to where we can physically go to school.

● more tiring than face to face classes

● It is a good alternative during the pandemic.

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● Tiring

● It’s really different from the traditional way of classes. For me, it’s more complicated

since we always need to have a good internet connection at home in order for us to

attend our classes. We can miss discussions due to blackouts or loss of connectivity.

And there are also other students who don't have enough resources for online classes.

● The new normal of classes worry me a lot because collaborations with fellow

students and teachers as well is very hard. On the other hand, I would also like to say

that the new normal of classes also taught me new lessons that I can treasure

throughout my life.

● No choice, but still need to go

● It has both cons and pros

● Most of the time, it isn't effective. Yes, I understand things but it's not like before

when this system happened. I tend to forget some lessons from a week after. I forget

what the teacher had taught us even though I really understood it at the time when

he/she was discussing. Also, it is really bothersome because it is more on self-

learning. Although, I can self-study but it's just that it isn't as effective when I

participate in physical group-learnings at the same time.

● as a student it’s really not effective, it’s tiresome and makes my headache

● Don’t force it if d kaya like lisod kaayo dli tanan stable ug net

● It's hard to learn the lessons.

● it's tiring, more than normal classes

● Complicated, I cannot fully understand all the lessons well

● lots of mistakes, can't understand the teaching. Teachers are boring, no essence of

life. saying things just to "teach". "sayang tuition"

● I think online class is a bit hard for me since we were already used to the face-to-face

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 classes. It is harder to interact with classmates especially during groupworks, but it is

easy at the same time with the help of the technology we are using now.

● Ok lang

● Not that good because of device troubleshooting

● For me, the new normal of classes is a good alternative in this pandemic because of

safety purposes but the problem is that some students can’t catch up as fast as the

others like me.

Table 3: Respondents answers to question 6

Coding Themes

Dislikes it Dissatisfaction

Dissatisfied of online classes

Bored by this method of learning

Hopeful to go back to normal

Self Realization Unsure towards online class

Neutral of the situation

Unsure what to feel

Has positive and negative aspects Understands and is content with online

classes

Contented and satisfied by online classes

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Go with the flow

Table 4:

Interpretation:

Most of the analysis themes confirm that students are dissatisfied with the online

learning modality, leaving some unsure about it. A few others say that they

understand the situation and are content with having the present modality.

Q.7 Do you think the time allotted for online school is sufficient or too much?

Results:

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Chart 5

Interpretation:

Results show that more than half of the respondents say the time allotted for

online school is sufficient enough while below 40% claim it's too much time or less

than needed.

Q8. How do you adapt to the changes caused by online classes under the new

normal?

Results:

● Go with the flow

● You just have to follow

● Honestly, I don't know if I've already adapted to the changes or I just force myself

every time to think that I have. Eitherway, the idea that helps me to be fine day by

day is the urge to graduate with good grades and titles.

● Since there is most likely nothing we can do, it is best of us to follow the protocols

provided. Adapting to the changes through compliance of what I’m told to do is the

way I can cope.

● I just do what I usually do with the new normal things.

● I don't really know. I just try to do what I should do to survive the school year.

● Just go with the flow

● Acceptance. Basta kay kung makaya pa, mulaban nalang pero if dili, muundang :((

● Going with the flow

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● Forcing myself to panic just so I could finish my schoolwork.

● By just accepting it

● By always conditioning myself that i have to do what i need to do cause this online

classes will just end soon

● Slowly accepting it since the pandemic won't end soon

● I don't know, I just realized that i need to live with it because of the pandemic

● I adapt to the changes by following the schedule and mentally mixing in the school

life with home life, at least for now.

● I didn't know specifically how I adapted, but I guess I just got used to it.

● playing the role of a student

● Discipline

● Power of friendship

● I try to be more initiative and positive.

● By being happy

● Since the topics in shs will be taken up again in college I don’t strain myself too

much and try to relax more

● I just keep a positive mindset.

● Through positive thinking

● I could adapt to this method of learning through following instructions, giving

myself time to adjust, thinking positive and motivating myself to produce good

quality outputs.

● I adapt to the changes through reminding myself all the goals that I want to achieve.

In that way, it can motivate myself to keep striving and do all things possible to

solve problems.

● I changed some of my routines that are not helpful nor applicable to this new

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● I try to focus on my classes even though it is very hard

● By focusing the lesson each subjects

● Since we are always at home, I minimize doing things that could distract me while

having the online class just like using phones and gadgets (what we normally do

face-to-face). I do my best na makapass on time and study paras exams, just like we

normally should. I think we should just be honest and responsible since wala

physically ato teachers na gawatch nato.

● By managing my time and schedule well to finish assignments before the deadline.

● It was not easy for most of us to adapt but for me, I tried to stay focused on our

zoom meetings.

● I set routines and adjust my schedule

● Providing structure and stick to it

● setting up new routines. I have no choice

● I will try to focus on the classes and hopefully I won't get distracted easily and

hopefully my connection will cooperate T_T

● I find time to do all my assignments and performance tasks without disturbing my

time for doing all household chores. I also do activities ahead of time to avoid

cramming.

● By making a planner so that I won't be confuse

● Do advanced reading

● Finish assignments quickly

● I adapt by changing up my routine daily so that I wouldn't be burned up throughout

the week and be able to understand the new lessons quickly and efficiently.

● I just adapt little by little by changing my old habits and routines. Literally just

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 forcing myself to change.

● I adapt by studying and following my time schedule.

● Sleep a lot

● I try to fix my sleeping patterns

● By sleeping early

● I make sure I get enough sleep and wear anti-rad glasses to protect my eyes from

staring too much at the screen

● Being patient and emotionally stable

● I think one thing we should do in order for us to adapt is to have patience

● I became more patient with everything. Online class isn’t really for everyone since

all of us have different ways on how we want to learn. I somewhat became more

responsible since tasks are more on individual gradings. But it is more tiring since

we are needed to face the computer most of the time.

● I haven’t adapt the changes yet

● Not so much

● I haven't yet

● i try my best to listen and learn but tbh it’s really not working for me :’)

● I don't know yet

● lisod i adapt samot na d ka anad

● Honestly at this point tolerating it is like the only thing I can say now like I do to

like adapt the changes cuz it doesn't really change much other than the fact na it's

hard for me to understand classes but like that's all.

● In terms of adapting to the changes caused by online classes, it really took time to

adjust my physical, emotional and mental health.

● I don't really have to adapt too much, because all I do is I try to pay attention in class

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 but then I end up learning nothing so then after the classes are over I just google the

things I don't understand and the rest is usually stock knowledge for me.

● By trying my best to understand what the teacher is saying even with all the

unexpected problems that may occur.

● Through pious adaptation to the new normal guidelines as a student

● Because I'm an ICT student adjusting for just 5 seconds, I mean it's easy to learn.

● As I already own a computer device, I adapted fairly fast and adjusted my daily

schedule as such.

● I was able to adapt to the changes easily since I'm a home person. What i did to

adapt the changes was to discover new hobbies

● Online classes are like a game where you have to make this output for an

achievement, and this is my way of adapting.

● By quickly learning how to operate and learn the functions of the equipment used

for education like computers.

Table 5: Respondents answers to question 8

Coding Themes

Adapting with ease

Having ease with one's own capability

Doing what is right to overcome trials

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 Having a positive mindset
Staying Positive

Being Patient

Sleeping Well

Having a hard time but is trying

Trying one's best

Interpretation:

Judging from the researchers analysis the respondents seem to adapt in

different ways under the new normal classes. Some say they adapted with ease with

one’s own capability and just by simply going with the flow. Others say having a

positive mindset can help them in adapting to it, and a few others are indeed having a

hard time adapting and some would just continue with their responsibilities as a

student.

Q9. Does online output affect your mental and physical well-being?

Results:

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 Chart 6

Interpretation:

Majority of the respondents agree that online output affects your mental and

physical well-being while the remaining 9.0% disagree.

Q10. Given the chance to choose, would you prefer an academic freeze as of the

moment?

Results:

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Chart 7

Explanation:

68.7% of the students would choose if given the chance to have an academic

freeze as of the moment while the remaining 31.3% prefer not to.

CHAPTER V

CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Conclusions:

The objective of this study is to determine how online learning affects the

mental health of the graduating senior high students. Based on the results and data

gathered, the researchers came to the conclusion that indeed online class/learning

impacts the mental health of the students negatively. To summarize the information

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collected, there are different factors contributing to the negative reaction and

behaviour of the students towards online learning. One of which is the bombardment

of outputs from the teachers in different subjects causing mental fatigue and stress

amongst the learners. The internet speed of the students, lack of motivation and

boredom are also sub-factors that contribute to their negative reaction towards the

modality.

Recommendations:

After the experiment is done and all the data are gathered, the researchers

would like to recommend this study to those who are interested and would want to

improve and contribute to the said study. One of which is by not only focusing on the

students’ mental health but also considering the teachers since they are also involved

in the online learning modality. Expansion of the respondents is also another thing

that the researchers want to recommend, a wide and vast number of it would provide

more relevant information and data. Further expanding of respondents also gives the

opportunity to study the responses of the junior high school students and that related

information can be gathered to further show the impact of online learning on the

mental health of the students.

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