Impact of Interpersonal Activities in Developing Skills of Magdalena Integrated National High School Grade 11 Students

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Every student has the fear of speaking up to join the discussion especially when English is being used. To speak up, especially when the required language is English. Most of the students are afraid of standing in front of the class. Some feared to have a stand and fight for it because they are afraid of expressing themselves. There are students feared in explaining because they don't have the courage feel so uneasy, uncomfortable, and conscious using the language that they are not used with. This also affects their self-esteem.

METHODS

This action research is a descriptive method of research to investigate the influence of interpersonal activities to low self-esteem students. Students' examination results and communication skills were used to gain insight, into the impact of interpersonal activities. Interpersonal activities can help unconfident students to overcome their fears. Mostly, students keep their mouth shut during interaction with their teachers. They are afraid to share and speak out their answers and thoughts.

RESULTS

Students show improvements based on how they act during class discussion. Students are now more confident compared before the interpersonal activity conducted. Sometimes there are still students who are shy that needs the continuous conducting of the interpersonal activity. Discussions become more active because of the improved students. In support of that, Grade II students who joined different activities are now increasing. A positive result doesn't mean that we have to stop the activities that help them to improve, instead, we have to improve the research for it to adapt to its objective.

DISCUSSIONS

According to Dr. Kenneth Shore -psychologist and chair of child team for the Hamilton New Jersey Public Schools, the challenge in working with children with low self-esteem is to restore their belief in themselves, so they can persevere in the face of academic challenges.

Praise the student in a specific and genuine way Show the student tangible evidence of progress Showcase for accomplishments

Help the student feel important in class

Engage the student in conversation about her interests Help the student deal with adversity.

Encourage a sense of belonging

Inform parents of their child's successes