International Journal of Education and Teaching Zone

The Effectiveness of Using Gadgets on Students’ Learning Interests and Academic Performance

Cherry Ann Madarcos — 2024-02-01

This quantitative study contributes to the literature by focusing on the increasing prevalence of technology in everyday life and the growing use of gadgets in educational settings. It aimed to evaluate the impact of gadgets on the student’s academic performance at Paly National High School in Taytay, Palawan. A survey was conducted among 145 students from grade 7 to grade 10 who were chosen to participate in this study through stratified random sampling. The data was analyzed using SPSS software, and inferential statistics, correlation, and independent t-tests were used to identify relationships between academic performance and gadget use. Descriptive statistics were used to interpret the quantitative data on students’ perceptions of gadget use and its impact on academic performance. The study revealed no significant difference in the mean scores among respondents with different gadgets, including desktops, laptops, mobile phones, and iPads. Similarly, findings also implied that specific purposes for which respondents used gadgets did not influence their academic performance. However, most of the respondents overwhelmingly disagree that gadget use has detrimental effects, indicating that the beneficial influence of gadgets on academic achievement outweighs potential drawbacks. Educators may explore ways to integrate technology into the curriculum effectively.

Materials Analyzing Students' Scientific Literacy Abilities: Does It Impact Their Ability to Complete the Learning Process?

Tasa Ratna Puri — 2024-02-01

This research was conducted to analyze how students' scientific literacy abilities are seen from their ability to solve physics questions on work and energy. The research design used is quantitative research with descriptive methods (quantitative descriptive). The population used in this research was the entire class X of SMK N 3 Tanjung Jabung Barat. The sampling technique in this research is purposive sampling because the initial data obtained from the entire population is normally distributed and homogeneous. The samples in this study were class X TKRO 1 and class X TKRO 2 because these two classes had the same number of students, namely 52 students. From the results of the data analysis that has been carried out, it can be stated that the level of students' scientific literacy abilities is 13.46% of students in the high category, 67.31% in the medium ability category, and 19.23% of students in the low category. On average, students' abilities are in the medium category.

Teachers Preparedness on Implementation of Merit Selection Plan: Basis for Professional Development Program Educators

Jenel Camo — 2024-02-01

The study described teachers’ demographic profile and preparedness for the Merit Selection Plan. It also determined if differences exist among their demographic profile. This employed quantitative research design with 44 elementary teachers from eight schools in the Cagayancillo District, Palawan, Philippines. The research utilizes frequency and percentage to describe the teachers’ profile and weighted mean for their preparedness. Independent t-tests and a series of one-way ANOVA were used to determine the differences in the teachers’ preparedness for the Merit Selection Plan based on their profiles. Notably, respondents consider physical and financial challenges in their preparedness. They exhibit high readiness for career advancement, engage in frequent classroom observations, and adeptly integrate learnings from training and seminars to enhance productivity. However, the study reveals no significant difference in the teachers’ preparedness for the Merit Selection Plan considering their profile. This finding will inform decision-making processes and contribute to the ongoing discourse on teacher preparedness and professional development.

Improving Lecturer Performance Through Organizational Culture, Serving Leadership, Personality, And Work Motivation

Dimas Phetorant — 2024-02-01

This research aims to find strategies to improve performance by analyzing the influence of organizational culture, servant leadership, personality, and work motivation. The research method used is quantitative. The sample consisted of 124 people from a population of 178 spread across twelve study programs using the proportional random sampling method. Path analysis and SITOREM are used in data analysis methodologies. Based on the analysis’s results, it was concluded that a) Organizational culture directly affects performance by 19.9%; b) Servant leadership directly affects performance by 14.4%; c) Personality directly affects performance by 10.6%; d) Work motivation directly affects performance by 6.9%; e) Organizational culture directly affects motivation at work by 23.1%; f) Servant leadership directly affects workplace motivation by 40.3%; g) Personality does not directly affect workplace motivation by 25.1%; h) Organizational culture has a 1.6% indirect impact on performance through work motivation; i) Servant leadership has a 2.8% indirect impact on performance through work motivation; and j) Personality has a 1.7% indirect impact on performance through work motivation.

Intervention to Enhance Reading Comprehension Skills of Grade 7 Students through Background Knowledge Activation, Repeated Readings, Reading Aloud, and Asking Questions

Ma. Thessa Caabay — 2024-02-01

This study sought to assess the reading proficiency of 23 purposively selected seventh-grade students at Caponayan National High School during the academic year 2023-2024, focusing on their reading comprehension levels. These assessments were the foundation for developing an effective reading program tailored to students’ needs. Over four weeks, data collection involved repeated reading-aloud sessions and immediate questioning post-reading. In the educational process carried out in the Philippines, the Informal Reading Inventory standard is used. The analysis revealed that the respondents demonstrated mastery of essential sight words, with only a few identified miscues. Significantly, the number of students experiencing frustration decreased from 16 to 4 after the intervention, accompanied by notable improvements in reading comprehension. The instructional level increased from 7 to 13, while the highest comprehension level, classified as independent, rose from 0 to 6. Assessing the students’ overall performance before and after the intervention indicated substantial progress. Statistical analysis demonstrated a significant difference before and after the intervention. Based on these findings, the study concludes that even a brief intervention can significantly improve students’ reading abilities.

ChatGPT in Organic Chemistry Classrooms: Analyzing the Impacts of Social Environment on Students’ Interest, Critical Thinking and Academic Achievement

Victor Tubosun Babalola — 2024-02-01

This study aims to analyze the Impacts of Social Environment on Interest, Critical Thinking and Academic Achievement of Students Taught Organic Chemistry Using Artificial Intelligence ChatGPT. Correlational research design was engaged for the study. 50-students in SS3 with an average age of 17years, who have access to android phones and the ChatGPT application from two senior secondary schools in Gwale Local Government area of Kano State, Nigeria formed the study sample. The instruments used for data collection include; the students’ social environment, interest and critical thinking questionnaire (r=0.96) and Organic Chemistry Achievement Test (r=0.92). The data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation and Spearman Rank Order Correlation. The study revealed a high positive correlation between the social environment and student’s interest; Social environment and critical thinking; as well as social environment and students’ achievement in the ChatGPT’s Organic Chemistry Classroom. The study further found a strong positive correlation between the students’ interest and critical thinking, critical thinking and students’ achievement in Organic Chemistry among students in the ChatGPT condition. It was concluded that social environment has a strong positive impact on students’ interest, critical thinking and academic achievement in organic chemistry among students in the ChatGPT classrooms. The study recommends that, as the artificial intelligence (AI) ChatGPT is migrating into the chemistry classrooms, government needs to re-train chemistry teachers, school librarians and lab-technologists through refreshers courses to improve their performance in the concepts

The Impact of Nutritional School Based Feeding Program on Academic Achievement of Selected Elementary Learners in West Philippines

Maryjane A. Alcantara — 2024-02-01

This study investigates the impact of nutritional school-based feeding programs on the academic performance of 45 elementary learners. This research method uses a quasi-experimental design with a pretest and posttest structure; a two-part questionnaire was the primary research tool. The first part gathered demographic information, while the second assessed participating students’ nutritional status and academic performance. Researchers administered the questionnaire to parents or caregivers, selected students systematically, traced household addresses, and conducted home interviews. The study results showed that the general weighted average increased noticeably and statistically significantly after implementing school-based feeding programs. Subsequent investigation, however, revealed a fascinating finding: the gains in academic achievement did not correspond consistently with the varied profiles of respondents, including age, gender, socioeconomic status, and educational attainment. The research highlights the necessity for additional investigation into the impact of nutrition on academic achievement.

In-depth Analysis of The Learning Process in Schools: Reviewing The Quality of Students' Actual Mastery of Concepts on Temperature and Heat Material

Ayu Sofna — 2024-02-01

This research aims to determine students' mastery of concepts regarding temperature and heat in the learning process. Researchers used a quantitative approach with a Quasi-Experimental method in this research. This research was conducted at SMK Negeri 09 Muaro Jambi. The population in this study was all class X at SMK Negeri 09 Muaro Jambi. Sampling used a purposive sampling technique with consideration of teachers who taught in the same class, namely class X TBSM 1 and X TBSM 2, totalling 24 and 26 students. Data was obtained by giving a concept mastery test in 5 essay questions. After being given the test, the data was analyzed, and the results showed that students' mastery of concepts in temperature and heat material was in a low category. This is proven in question number 1, where as many as 60% of students answered with a value of 0; in question number 2, as many as 80% of students responded with a value of 1; in question number 3, as many as 72% of students answered with a value of 1, question number 4 as many as 62% of students answered with a value one, and for question number 5, 52% of students responded with a score of 0. Indikator that more than 50% of students' concept mastery abilities could be higher.

Disaster Awareness and Preparedness and Disaster Risk Reduction Practices among Secondary Schools

Winda J. Arcegono — 2024-02-01

Inevitable disasters pose a concealed threat that school leaders must address to prevent calamity and safeguard lives and assets. This study determined the disaster risk reduction awareness in selected secondary schools, aiming to mitigate current risks and enhance the resilience of vulnerable institutions. This study uses a quantitative approach. The research employed online surveys to gauge disaster risk reduction management among 50 secondary school heads and teachers in Northern Puerto Princesa City, Philippines. The findings revealed a high level of awareness among respondents, highlighting the importance of implementing programs like budget allocation for DRRM activities, student-led hazard mapping, and collaboration with local government units and NGOs. In conclusion, strengthening disaster risk reduction management and fostering partnerships are recommended for secondary schools to enhance preparedness and resilience.

The Enhancement of Creative Thinking Skill Using Creative Problem Solving Learning Model

Syarifatul Luthfia — 2024-02-01

This study aims to determine students' creative thinking skills by applying the creative problem-solving (CPS) model to electricity material with fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration indicators. The subjects of this research are 27 sixth-grade students in Al-Irsyad Banyuwangi Elementary School. This research was conducted through classroom action research consisting of two cycles. Data were collected using essay test instruments with scores of 1 to 4. The results of the diagnostic assessment of creative thinking were 43.17. After applying the CPS model, the results showed that the average fluency was 52.78 (cycle I) and 58.80 (cycle II), flexibility was 48.15 (cycle I) and 64.35 (cycle II), originality was 41.67 (cycle I) and 57.87 (cycle II), and elaboration was 62.96 (cycle I) and 68.98 (cycle II). The class average score increased to 51.39 and again to 62.5 in cycle II. Based on these data, applying CPS in learning electricity can improve students' creative thinking skills.