Factors Affecting the Lazy Attitudes of Grade 12 Students in Mathematics in Bestlink College of the Philippines

Abstract

This study was conducted to find out the factors affecting the lazy attitudes of grade 12students in mathematics. In addition, this study wanted to find solutions to totally eradicate the lazy attitudes of students in Mathematics. And help students to be motivated, have interest in the particular subject. This study used descriptive method where data were gathered through the questionnaire responses of the fifty (50) selected GAS Grade 12 students of BestlinkCollege of the Philippines school year 2018-2019. Based from the findings of the study the biggest factor affecting the lazy attitudes of students in Mathematics is the teacher teaching strategies revealed by an average composite mean of 3.86 interpreted strongly agree. This study also found out that teachers show favoritism in their students as revealed by an average mean of3.95interpreted strongly agree. Another factor that cause the lazy attitude of the student respondents in mathematics was they cannot understand lessons because of their poor English comprehension and poor mathematics foundation. This was revealed by the average composite mean of 4.00 interpreted strongly agree. Based on the findings of the study, the researchers concluded that teachers must utilized different teaching styles and strategies to arouse students interest to learn and enjoy mathematics activities. The researchers recommend that students should consider mathematics as one of the essential subjects in any level of education because it is very beneficial to everyday living.