Project STEP UP: Science Teaching Techniques Enhancing Pupils Understanding and Performance

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Science Teaching Techniques Enhancing Pupils Understanding Performance (STEP UP) is aligned with the Department of Education’s target to increase the performance level of the pupils in NAT. STEP UP specifically addresses the low MPS rate results of Science subject since the past three years.

METHODS

The study employed quali-experimental method to determine the impact of the STEP-UP Program as a tool to attain pupils' mastery level in Science lessons. Purposive sampling was used in the selection of participants. The purpose of the selection was to test the effectiveness of the program among Grade VI learners.

RESULTS

Records show the decreasing rate of Science subject in NAT from SY 2012-2013 -47. 79%, SY 2013-2014 -47.65%, SY 2014-2015-39.60% respectively. Likewise, periodical test results show a decreasing trend of its MPS with 51.52% in the First Periodical and 50.12% in Second Periodical. After the application of Enhanced Science Teaching Techniques, the graph reveals that the MPS of Science VI Roxas increased from 42.14 % 2nd Quarter to 59.86% 3rd Quarter by 17. 72 % and 66.75% MPS in the Pre-Final exam increased by 6.89%

DISCUSSIONS

After the pilot testing of STEP-UP Project to the selected section of Grade VI from November 2016 to February 2017 and the roll out implementation for all Grade VI, the pupils’ performance improved and attained more than the target of 5% MPS. The CI team enhanced the pupils’ understanding and performance by identifying the teaching techniques to use to increase the academic performance of Grade VI pupils specifically in Science subject. Since teaching techniques play a vital role in elevating pupil's performance, strengthening it should be done through full understanding of the learners' ability.