Utilization of Video Clips in Teaching Reproductive System to Grade Five Pupils of Julian A. Pastor Memorial Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Learning is the acquisition of knowledge and skills possible through a systematic interaction between teachers and learners. It happens every day and involves teacher, learner, and methodology and materials interaction. This study was conducted to identify the effectiveness of video clips in improving students' learning.

METHODS

The researcher used the experimental method in studying the impact of an independent variable (using video clips) on a dependent variable (academic achievement), a comparison was made between the experimental group whose group members studied by using video clips along with a teacher, and the other group members who studied by using the traditional way of discussion and dialog, along with a teacher. The variables were controlled, which means that groups were equivalent in terms of academic level and the groups have undergone a pre and post academic achievement tests.

RESULTS

This study investigated whether the application of video clips in teaching-learning activities improved the skills of the learners the most; accordingly a quasi-experimental study with a pre-test, post-test design was done. The instrument used in this study was a test in the form of a written test. The results showed a significant difference between the pre-test and the posttest in a lesson about Reproductive System after video clips were utilized. The performance in the lesson was found to be good. This meant that the application of video clips and teaching learning activities gave better results than teaching without using video clips. The results suggested that teaching-learning with video clips techniques could be one of the best alternatives to improve young learners' performances.

DISCUSSIONS

The results showed there was a significant positive difference between pre-test and post-test for teaching-learning skills. This suggested that the implementation of video clips could help students improve their skills. Itis suggested that the teachers in Science should use video clips as a supportive learning media in teaching-learning. Furthermore, teachers can try techniques such as slowing down the speed of the videos, having comprehension sessions pre-and post-viewing and repeating important scenes and/or pausing screenings in order to help students get a better understanding the lesson in each video.