Factors Influencing Pupils' Performance in Heograpiya, Kasaysayan at Sibika

Abstract

Introduction

The study generally determined the factors affecting pupils’ performance in HEKASI in selected schools within Magalang South District.

Methods

This mixed-method study made use of a questionnaire as the research instrument. Correlation between the profiles of the pupils and their ratings during the third grading period and thematic analysis were utilized to attain the objectives of this study.

Results

The findings of this study revealed the following: the participants were between 12-13 years old; in terms of sex, 50% were male and 50% were females; fifty percent had from a family whose income falls between P10,000-P20,000; and in terms of area of residence, 50% were from urban and 50% were from rural areas in Magalang. There was no significant relationship between the profiles of the pupils and their respective ratings obtained during the third grading period. However, the ratings obtained by the pupils during the third grading period was very satisfactory. The experiences of the pupils reflected their activities, reactions, values learned from HEKASI. For the teachers, their experiences were grouped into activities, reactions and the issues or problems they experienced in the subject.

Discussions

Based from the concerns, the measures that the pupils suggested were; study lessons, listen to their lessons, conduct researches, read books, watch video clips, and impose self-discipline, and for the teachers, integration to technology, child-centered activities, and undergo training to improve their teaching methods, strategies, and techniques.