Factors that Affect the Study Habits of Grade V Pupils in Iriga Central School, Iriga City

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Good study habits include being orderly, keeping good notes, reading textbooks and listening in class.

METHODS

The study employed the descriptive-normative survey method with a validated questionnaire as the primary data gathering instrument. Percentage Technique, weighted mean and Likert scale were used in tabulating the data.

RESULTS

1. On the profile, the genders of the respondents were equal in number; the monthly income of the family, majority belonged to below average family earnings; in the availability of reading materials and other learning materials, majority owned or has an Encyclopedia/Almanac in their home; 2. The common factors that affect the study habits of the Grade V pupils were: Lack of nutritious foods to promote healthy body, and mind and Mother doesn't have the time to help the children in doing their homework because of nursing babies and all were rated as Strongly Agree; 3. Effective Study Guide can guide the parents and learners so as to establish a good study habit and improve the academic performance of the pupils.

DISCUSSIONS

The researcher decided to conduct this study since study habit is one of the major problems of Grade V pupils in attaining good academic performance. Parents and teachers should closely monitor the children's study habit. Time management is important, find time to look into the activities of the child in school as well as their daily assignments.