Multimedia Gadgets: Its Effect on the Study Habits of Grade VI Pupils of the Iriga Central School for School Year 2014-15

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Effective study habits are a very import part of the learning process. Good study habits are all about keeping to a daily routine and giving all subjects equal treatment. Hard work and good study habits are assets that should be nurtured. Motivation and study habits are obviously crucial as well. Good habits are important for all students to protect investments of time and money and to achieve educational goals. The main priorities are class attendance, time management, and great studying habits are necessary workings for academic success.

METHODS

The study employed a descriptive method. The main tool used in data gathering was the questionnaire. The statistical tools used were percentage technique, mean, weighted mean and Five-point rating scale.

RESULTS

1. Majority of the parent respondents were minimum earners. Most of Grade VI pupils owned a computer as an aid to learning but not as reference materials since only very few have internet access or connections. The gadgets available among Grade VI pupils were iPhone or Android cellphones and Non-android cellphones; 2. Grade VI pupils used their gadgets for texting, gaming, and Facebook; 3. On popular applications that Grade VI pupils used Games or Gaming and Facebook; 4. The activities of pupils at home after school was focused on Texting/Gaming, Facebook and doing their assignments or homework; 5. Grade VI pupils have Less focus on the lesson and More time spent in gaming, texting, Facebook and often Neglect to do their Homework; 6. A study guide can be a reminder to parents and guide for pupils of the step by step process of developing study habits and help them achieve good academic performance.

DISCUSSIONS

Several factors could hinder learners on their study habits such as the learning environment, socio-economic status, health and nutrition, the teacher and pupils' motivation to study. However, multimedia gadgets such as Android Cellphone, iPad, and computer where most of the games can be downloaded captured much of pupils' attention and time both in school and home. Setting aside and forgetting their assignments and other schoolwork to do in school and at home because of these gadgets is something to be alarmed with both by the parents and teachers. The recent online gaming and downloadable games hooked learners setting aside their lessons or assignments at hand. Parents should monitor their children after school to ensure that they are doing their homework and other school assignments.