Study Habits of Grade Six Pupils in Pansin Elementary School, School Year 2016-2017

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

One of the major causes of the drop in the quality of education is the poor and ineffective study habits of the pupils. This study seeks to look into the study habits of the Grade Six Pupils in Pansin Elementary School of SY 2016-2017.

METHODS

20% of the total population or 34 from 172 grade 6 pupils were chosen to be the respondents. Simple random sampling was applied. A 20-item self-developed survey questionnaire was used. This descriptive research used quantitative method. Statistics tools were used, namely; Frequency and Percentage in organizing, describing, analyzing.

RESULTS

Of the 34 pupils, 31 gives time to study their lessons. All organize their time to pass their projects and assignments. Only 24 spends time in planning academic matters. 29 confessed to preferring to study rather than engaging in play. For the study techniques of the pupils,12 respondents take down notes during class discussions, 16pupils would highlight significant words or phrases as a technique. 33 have specific areas to do studying and 18 have regular study time. 25 are given attention by their parents for difficulties in assignments. 24 pupils experience strict time from their parents when they study at home and almost all of them receive positive advices from their parents that motivate them to study well. 31 of the 34 answered to focusing attention to studying. 30 proclaim to listen attentively in class.

DISCUSSIONS

Most of the grade six students in Pansin Elementary School managed their use time to meet their deadlines. Most of the pupils spent ample time and preferred good lighting for studying. Most of the parents gave positive advices and helped their children in doing school works. Most of the pupils were good with time management and study techniques.