Suliranin sa Agarang Pagkatuto ng mga Mag-aaral na Badjao sa Mataas na Paaralang Pambansa ng Batangas

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Education is for all. The study aims to determine the problems encountered by Badjao Students in Batangas National High School. The factors that affect learning in each classroom looked into certain elements including where the students reside, materials that aid in learning and monetary aspect necessary to enable learning to take place.

METHODS

Descriptive research was utilized in data gathering and information collection. To back up data, the researcher used techniques such as observation, interview with elder IP's and other respondents, one-on-one discussion and Focused Group Discussion(FGD). Further data were gathered through documents such as students’ records and learner's learning competencies. Another source of information was utilized, which is the open or free-flowing discussion among sixteen (16) Badjao students.

RESULTS

The study showed that the primary reason for absences in classes is the lack of finances-no money for transportation and food. The study also showed that said students had difficulty in understanding the lesson because the medium of instruction in English or Tagalog, which is not their native language. It was further determined that most of the students, albeit difficulties, to finish their studies and become professionals-teacher, welder, hotel and restaurant management, seaman, designer and social worker among others.

DISCUSSIONS

The researcher recommends that a special program be offered to Badjao students. This program should include interventions in reading, writing, and other activities related to fostering quality education to said students. An immediate solution was given concerning the problems encountered. School supplies such as umbrella, bags, notebooks, pencils, ball pens, paper and boots were distributed to the students. Some of the students took part in the feeding program. Through the efforts of the researcher scholarship benefits were also granted through the help of certain people.