PROJECT SVENTIL (Science Vocabulary Enhancement Needs: Towards Individual Learnings)

Authors

  • Mary Grace Manalo

Keywords:

SVENTIL

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Science is the core principle of knowledge that enhances and develops the experiences and skills of an individual. It plays a vital role in the life of every individual and it helps to understand and exist in the modern world of learning. Despite several methods and strategies in teaching science, teachers are still encountering problems in making and developing students' ability in mastering and understanding Science vocabularies. Being one of the skills needed to develop 2first century learners, it is vital to nurture research skills among students in order for them to become competitive in the new millennium. As such, this study aimed to give more opportunities for students to develop scientific literacy and practice scientific habits of mind. By identifying these problems, academic leaders will be able to devise enrichment activities and supplemental materials to augment the science learning of the pupils.

 

METHODS

A quantitative-descriptive method was used in this study with validated questionnaire as research instrument. The study made use of 33 Grade III Santol pupils of Paaralang Elementarya ng Talahiban 1.0, School Year 2018 -2019. It was obtained through purposive sampling. Before conducting the study, the researcher secured permits to authorities. The study started with an identification of the existing problems encountered in the field. She personally administered the research instrument used.

 

RESULTS

Out of 33 Grade III Santol pupils, only 9 or 27% can decipher vocabulary words in Science Lesson and 24 pupils were identified at risk in terms of decoding words or had difficulties in learning the vocabulary words in Science in School Year 2017 -2018. After the utilization of the new teaching strategies the level of improvement raised to 79% with 52 % increase in School Year 2018 -2019.

 

DISCUSSIONS

An effective teacher requires the implementation of creative and innovative teaching strategies in order to meet students' individual needs. The study revealed that it is necessary to use methods and strategies that are suited for the learners. Therefore, new ways in teaching science vocabularies made a great help for pupils understanding.

Published

2019-01-18