IMPACT OF TIME MANAGEMENT ON STUDY-LIFE BALANCE OF GRADE 12 HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES LEARNERS

Abstract

Effective time management is essential for students to balance their academic responsibilities and maximize performance. It helps them complete tasks efficiently, minimize procrastination, and prepare for exams without last-minute cramming. By organizing schedules and setting priorities, students can allocate sufficient study time, meet deadlines, and enhance their learning experience. Strong time management skills not only improve focus and academic achievement but also reduce stress, allowing students to handle their workload with greater confidence and efficiency. This descriptive-quantitative research utilized a researcher-made questionnaire, validated by two experts, to gather data. The study measured learners’ time management and study-life balance practices to analyze their relationship. Convenience sampling was used to select Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) students as respondents. The results showed that the average weighted mean for learners practicing time management was 3.96, interpreted as "often," while the average weighted mean for learners practicing study-life balance was 3.77, also interpreted as "often." The null hypothesis, which stated that "There is no significant impact of time management on the study-life balance of Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences learners," was rejected. The findings indicate a significant impact and relationship between time management and study-life balance among the respondents. In summary, learners who practice time management and effectively balance their study and personal lives tend to show improved academic performance. In contrast, students who do not manage their time well often struggle with poor academic outcomes. Therefore, Grade 12 Humanities and Social Sciences learners are encouraged to strengthen their time management skills to better balance their studies and enhance academic success. Teachers can also benefit from observing their students' time management practices, using these insights to refine and improve their teaching methods.