Grade VI Pupils Retention in Science Concepts: Basis for Learning Enhancement Program

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The objectives of this study are to find out the factors that really affect pupil's retention in Science skills and formulate solutions for this problem for the improvement of the NAT results for the coming year.

METHODS

This study involves 66 Grade VI pupils, 25 teachers and select 20 parents of CENTEX Batangas to assess retention level of the lesson in Science during the S.Y. 2017-2018. The researchers used qualitative and descriptive design for this research. In gathering of data, the researchers used checklist and survey questionnaires for students, parents and teachers.

RESULTS

The result showed that having good study habits contributed to an improved academic performance. Their responses also reflected that the factors affecting their retention skill were poor study habits, lax attitude towards performance of academic excellence and their negative feelings, attitudes and experience at school during Science classes. The participants also responded that lack of home connection, playing gadgets and other media paraphernalia were also huge factors that affect the retention level of the Grade Six pupils in CENTEX Batangas.

DISCUSSIONS

It is recommended that integrating technology in teaching the lesson helps the pupils during the discussion. The use of discovery approach and think-pair-share will not only promote an improved retention skill among students but also collaborative and experiential opportunities to improve their learning process.