The Effects of Teaching Values Education on the Behavior of Grade-7 Students at San Bartolome High School

Abstract

Values Education is the aggregate of all the processes for a person to develop his/her abilities, form positive behavior and values in the society where he/she lives. This study aimed at knowing the effects of teaching values education on the behavior of grade 7 students since values education is considered as an appropriate modality in solving the existing problems in our society and in dealing with attitudes of students nowadays. The researchers used descriptive statistics in collecting and interpreting the data. Purposive sampling technique was used to determine the 30 respondents and they were made to answer validated teacher-made questionnaires. The percentage was used to analyze the data on the profile of the respondents; weighted mean used to determine the average strategies used by the Values Education teacher in terms of the lecture method, role model, and use of technology; lastly, all the computed data were ranked according to their order. The findings of the study revealed that the majority of the respondents are female, with the age of 12 years old, and have 2 to 3 siblings. The strategies affect the behavior of the respondents such as doing assignments and projects, calling them by name, saying ma’am or sir, showing kindness and helpfulness, and participating and observing the work of the organization and group were interpreted as always. Teaching values education had a greater effect on the behavior of the students. Based on the findings, the study recommended the different strategies promoting values education like providing reading materials to raise values and giving examples of moral dilemmas to enhance their decision in making the right choice. The parents should give more time to guide their children on how to behave and give advice that will help them become good individuals. The teachers need to attend seminars and workshops that will enhance their knowledge about teaching values education on the behavior of the students.