Factors That Led to Students' Low Performance in Class at Pedro A. Paterno National High School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Individual differences play an important role in the academic achievement of students. There have been many attempts to address the problem of low academic achievement and some factors have been identified in explaining it. This research focused on addressing the real causes of this problem and attempted to understand and analyze these causes to find suitable solutions to reduce the phenomenon of the factors that lead to students' low performance.

METHODS

The researchers used the survey-questionnaire approach and an interview guide for data gathering. The data gathering instrument aimed to find answers about the factors that led to students' low performance in the classrooms of Pedro A. Paterno National High School.

RESULTS

Based on the researcher’s experience as a teacher at the school, there are weaknesses in the students' academic achievement. This research identified some factors that affect students' low academic achievement such as the following: 1) the use of traditional methods instead of using modern teaching methods and 2) a poor relationship between the teachers and students that created a teaching environment that lacked respect. This latter factor led to the lack of students' acceptance of the learning process.

DISCUSSIONS

The researcher proposed some solutions for dealing with low academic achievement such as: 1) looking for the real reasons for failure; 2) developing clear plans and rules to achieve success and 3) not to ignore the learner's potentials. The researcher recommended that the parents should be aware of their children's problems and they should help their children pursue their academic achievement step by step. Some of the ways that parents can help their children are: increasing interest in the physical, mental and health of the student, providing a relaxing school environment, using attractive techniques and educational activities to motivate students learning.