Level of Competence and Challenges Experienced by Grade 12 Students in Conducting Research at Callejon National High School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This study aimed to determine the level of competence and challenges experienced by Grade 12 students in conducting research at Callejon National High School as a basis for interventions.

METHODS

This study used the descriptive method of research utilizing a questionnaire as the main data gathering instrument. The study was conducted at Callejon National High School for the school year 2018-2019. The subjects of the study were 45 Grade 12 students: 25 from the Technical Vocational and Livelihood track and 20 from Academic track. Respondents were selected through random sampling. The following statistical tools were used in the study: weighted mean, frequency, percentage, and rank.

RESULTS

The study revealed that most of the respondents are 17 years old and there are more male than female respondents. Their grade in Practical Research 1 is 80-84 suggesting that they are approaching proficiency level. The study also revealed that students are all moderately competent in terms of their knowledge, skills, and attitude towards research with a weighted mean of 3.07, 2.83 and 2.93, respectively. Furthermore, there are a number of issues and challenges experienced in conducting research like the cooperation of group members, time management, stress management, and resources in conducting review of related literature.

DISCUSSIONS

The results reveal that the level of competence by Grade 12 students in conducting research needs to be improved by means of intervention programs and giving of technical assistance. Issues and challenges must be taken into consideration to further improve the research competencies of students. Through this study, administrators may start intensifying the research culture in the school.