Project SACRED (Self Awareness and Consciousness Towards Responsible Education)

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

It has been observed that one of the problems encountered inthe classroom set up that hinders learning is lack of confidence. Values Education is a curriculum in which self-expression, sharing and portrayals, are the much-needed components to achieve life-long learning. Unfortunately, students hardly perform because of the lack of self-confidence.SACRED (Self-Awareness and Consciousness Towards Responsible Education), is a research project specifically offered to incoming grade-8 students in the school year 2017-2018 to present. It was designed to assist students in developing self-confidence to unleash their ability to perform and achieve in all learning areas, highlighting on their talents and interests. Its core goal is to encourage students to initiate a "yes, why not do it and see what happens" rather than "no, I can't do it" attitude.

METHODS

The researchers conducted a survey called Standardized Multiple Intelligence Test, a personality test that profiles students to identify their skills, hobbies, interests and goals in life. The researchers also conducted a modular approach on the topics-The Way to Know Me, Me as a Student, What Road Do I Take? The Person In The Mirror, and Home: Where I Belong.

RESULTS

99 % of the students that participated the research project showed significant difference on the level of self-confidence by way of self-expression, motivated responses, their show of initiative and participation. They performed well and achieved more compared before the implementation of the study. The students benefitted the program following the interventions, counselling, and monitoring given to them during the course of the program, the 1% of the total population failed due to non-participation. It is, therefore, a firm indication that Project SACRED is an effective means of developing student's self-awareness to enhance academic performance and achieve optimal learning.

DISCUSSIONS

uThe research project SACRED (Self-Awareness and Consciousness Towards Responsible Education) was designed to assist students to boost self-confidence thereby serving to bridge the gap in learning. It has proven its potential to give encouragement and inspiration towards schooling and education to students. At the end of the course, the students are rewarded for their achievements together with their parents for their support to the research project.