Effect of Teachers Attitude on Pupils Motivation of the Grade -Four Pupils of Palingowak Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Motivationinfluences the teaching process and the teachers use it as a weapon for a successful teacher. The motivation of a teacher develops the interest of students in subjects. Without motivation, learning is not possible. Teacher attitude has a great impact on pupil's motivation and their achievement in the subject. The concern of teachers should be the students' achievement. When students are motivated, then learning will easily take place.

METHODS

The researcher utilized a descriptive method of research, and the data was interpreted, analyzed, and discussed. Each item in each category ranges from a scale of 5-1 where 5 rated as Strongly Agree while 1 as Strongly Disagree. The questionnaires were collected and data obtained were tabulated in tables and interpreted using the simple percentage, while the open-ended questions, answers that were given by the students with the most frequency were noted.

RESULTS

Research findings revealed that teacher's different learning styles used in the classroom create a comfortable atmosphere. It is also clearly stated that teacher attitude is effective for pupil's motivation. Teachers can then adapt their teaching styles to suit the learning styles of students. Student's motivation for class participation, affirm that they always prepared in class. Teachers are aware of the important role of education in an individual's life that is why as much as possible, they must be equipped with the knowledge of the ever-changing trends in education.

DISCUSSIONS

The teacher's attitude affects the learner's motivation when it comes to the different categories presented. The grade four teachers successfully facilitate learning and helped them persist in fulfilling their learning goals even when they encountered learning difficulties. Student achievement is influenced by factors other than the teacher's actions, it is also important to understand students' perceptions of teacher attitudes, as these relate to their own learning. Accordingly, research studies have been conducted to examine students' perceptions of teaching styles. The studies enable educators to be aware of students' perspectives and to recognize the need to make adjustments in teaching were differences between students' perceptions and preferences of their lecturers' teaching styles.