Factors Affecting the Performance of Electrical Installation and Maintenance (EIM) Learners on Laboratory Classes

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This study focuses on investigating the factors that affect the performance of the public senior high school learners in taking the Technical Vocational and Livelihood track specifically the Electrical Installation and Maintenance (EIM) in their laboratory classes.

METHODS

This research used a descriptive-qualitative design. Through a set of questionnaires, the currently enrolled 26 grade 12 EIM learners expressed their insights and experiences on the factors that affect their performance in their laboratory class.

RESULTS

According to them, having a big class does not affect their performance negatively. On the other hand, having inadequate facilities, tools, and other electrical materials affected them negatively. Also, poor sanitation of the learning environment gave them inconvenience while working on their tasks. They also emphasized that social and emotional factors such as peer pressure, family conflict, negative behavior, and the like affect them to achieve the goal of learning. Having an efficient teacher in the class made them perform well.

DISCUSSIONS

The education system needs to consider all the factors that affect the holistic development of the learners.