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Department of Education
Region X
Division of Bukidnon
District of San Fernando I
Halapitan National High School
Halapitan San Fernando. Bukidnon
“Study Habit of The Grade 12 Students: Its Impact on their Academic Performance”
Ryan S. Candole
Research Adviser
February 2023
Abstract
This research paper focuses on the study habits of grade 12 students at Halapitan National
High School and their impact on academic performance. It examines the relationship between
study habits and academic performance and how it can be improved. The research was conducted
by surveying a sample of 75, grade 12 students from the Halapitan National High School. The
research utilized a descriptive survey research design, and a questionnaire was used for data
collection. The findings of the study revealed a significant relationship between study habits and
students' academic performance. The theoretical framework of this study is based on the Peripheral
Realism Theory, which categorizes perceived differences among nation-states as those that give
orders, those that obey, and those that rebel. The research design and method used in this study is
a qualitative Likert sampling method. The objective of this study is to investigate the impact of
study habits on the academic performance of grade 12 students and to provide evidence-based
recommendations on how to improve their study habits and academic performance. The results of
this study suggest that study habits have a significant impact on the academic performance of grade
12 students. Factors such as home environment, family dynamics, school type, curriculum,
personality, study preferences, motivation, social or peer pressure, physical and mental health, and
amount of sleep and leisure activities can all influence the study habits of grade 12 students. To
improve study habits and academic performance, it is important to set clear goals, create a positive
and productive environment, break down big tasks into manageable chunks, and utilize various
Introduction:
This research paper focuses on the study habits of grade 12 students at Halapitan National
High School and their impact on academic performance. It examines the relationship between
study habits and academic performance and how it can be improved. The research was conducted
by surveying a sample of 75, grade 12 students from the Halapitan National High School. The
research utilized a descriptive survey research design, and a questionnaire was used for data
collection. Chi-square was used for data analysis. The findings of the study revealed a significant
relationship between study habits and students' academic performance (Ayo & Adedokun, 2020).
It was recommended that teachers, school guidance counselors, parents, and the government
should collaborate to guide students on how to develop good study habits, thereby improving
academic success.
The statement of the problem is the critical issue that the research seeks to address. In this
study, the problem statement is: What is the relationship between study habits and academic
performance of grade 12 students in Halapitan National High School? The research seeks to
identify the factors that influence the academic performance of grade 12 students and explore how
these factors can be used to improve study habits and academic performance. The following
1. What is the impact of study habits on the academic performance of grade 12 students?
2. What are the factors that influence the study habits of grade 12 students?
3. What are the evidence-based recommendations on how to improve study habits and
academic performance?
4. How does this study contribute to the body of knowledge in the field of education?
The background of this study is focused on the study habits of grade 12 students and their
impact on academic performance. It examines the relationship between study habits and academic
performance and how it can be improved. The research was conducted by surveying a sample of
75, 12 students in Halapitan National High School. The research utilized a descriptive survey
research design, and a questionnaire was used for data collection. The purpose of this study is to
investigate the impact of study habits on the academic performance of grade 12 students and to
provide evidence-based recommendations on how to improve their study habits and academic
performance. This study contributes to the body of knowledge in the field of education by
providing evidence and insights into the impact of study habits on the academic performance of
grade 12 students.
improve their study habits and academic performance. This study contributes to the body of
knowledge in the field of education by providing evidence and insights into the impact of study
habits on the academic performance of grade 12 students. The results of this study could be used
to inform educational policies and practices, guide educational interventions, and guide students,
parents, and teachers on how to develop and improve study habits, thus leading to better academic
performance.
The objective of this qualitative study is to examine the impact of study habits on the academic
performance of grade 12 students. Specifically, this study will explore how students' study habits
are associated with their academic performance, as well as identify the challenges and strategies
that students use to improve their academic performance. Additionally, this study will also
investigate how teachers and schools can help support students in developing effective study
students.
2. To identify the factors that influence the study habits of grade 12 students.
academic performance.
4. To contribute to the body of knowledge in the field of education by providing evidence
and insights into the impact of study habits on the academic performance of grade 12
students.
The scope of this study is to investigate the impact of study habits on the academic performance
study habits and academic performance. The research was conducted by surveying a sample of 75,
grade 12 students. The delimitations of the study include the sample size, geographical location or
setting in which the study takes place, population traits, etc. Additionally, the researcher might
also choose to use some research tools and methodologies to collect data but not others. These
delimitations might be imposed for practical reasons, such as a lack of time or financial resources
.
Chapter 2
Theoretical Framework
The theoretical framework of this study is based on the Peripheral Realism Theory, which
categorizes perceived differences among nation-states as those that give orders, those that obey,
and those that rebel. This theory is used to explain conflicted relationships among countries in the
Philippines. The framework is used to explain the impact of study habits on the academic
The review of related literature and studies is an essential part of the theoretical framework. This
review is used to explore and explain existing evidence-based research and studies related to the
topic of study habits and academic performance of grade 12 students. This review can be used to
identify gaps in the existing literature, draw connections between different theories and
approaches, and assess the relevance of the research to the current study. The review can also be
used to identify the implications of the research and to assess the reliability of the data and the
conclusions.
Conceptual Framework
A conceptual framework includes the ideas that are used to define research and evaluate data. It
usually falls within a theoretical framework and is used to discuss the various components of the
research, such as the variables, the methods, and the data that will be collected and analyzed. The
conceptual framework also helps to identify the relationships between the different variables and
to explain the assumptions that are being made. In this study, the conceptual framework will focus
on the variables related to study habits and academic performance, and the relationships between
them.
Study Habits
Time
management,
Reading and
concentration, Academic
Student’s effort
Note-taking, performance
Homework/
assignment,
Preparing for
examination.
assumptions, and concepts that are used to explain and understand the reality being studied.
constructivism Each research paradigm has its own unique set of characteristics, assumptions, and
methods that guide the research process. The chosen research paradigm should be appropriate for
the research question and the data being collected. By understanding the various research
paradigms and their respective characteristics, researchers can make informed decisions when
Methodology
Research Design
This Chapter concentrates on the discussion of the research methods and procedures
adhered to by the researcher to answer systematically the specific problems posed for investigation
specifically the research method, population and samples, research, instrument, data gathering
procedures, and statistical treatment of the data used to accurate data analysis. To better understand
the causes, effects, and implications of this crisis, it is important to conduct thorough research
using a qualitative Likert sampling method. This research design and method In this study will be
used to collect and analyze data on the relationship between study habits and academic
landlocked one, and San Fernando is a municipality there. The municipality covers 6.72% of
Bukidnon's total land area, or 705.06 square kilometers, or 272.23 square miles. San Fernando,
Bukidnon, had a population of 63,045 people as of the 2020 census, which gave the city a
density of 89 individuals per square kilometer or 230 per square mile. With 71 inhabitants per
square kilometer, the municipality had a total population of 50,207 in 2010, up from 40,165 in
2000. This region was first inhabited by Tigwahanons and Matigsalugs, two groups of Bukidnon
people. They established themselves around the productive river valleys of the Tigwa and rivers
slug. These people were by nature nomadic and made their living mostly through hunting and
eating forest goods, but they also kept small plots of corn and root crops in the locations where
they erected their makeshift huts. A political chieftain known as "Datu," who also served as their
military commander and spiritual leader, heads their feudal government. Previously, Maramag
and Malaybalay's municipalities included San Fernando. The Malaybalay barrios along the Tigua
River and the Maramag barrios along the Salug River were divided from their mother towns to
form the Municipality of San Fernando by Executive Order No. 347 of President Carlos P.
Garcia dated July 29, 1959. The administrations of Governor Teodoro Oblad and Cong. Cesar
Fortich proposed that this district become a municipality to the now-defunct Congress. San
Fernando became a municipality on June 18, 1966, as a result of R.A. 4789, and was named in
honor of Catalino Damasco's father, Fernando Damasco, who was a previous governor. At
Barangay Namnam, which is located roughly 48 kilometers from Valencia City, the first set of
government was put in place. The municipal council decided to move the seat of government
from Namnam to Barangay Halapitan on July 27, 1970. Halapitan - Victoriano Bantug, who
served as mayor in the 1970s, once owned an abaca farm that now serves as the town. Mr.
Tamin, a Namnam instructor, would frequently visit Mr. Bantug at his home in the present-day
Halapitan. He stopped by on his route to Malaybalay, hence the word "Habit." Bamboo rafts
were loaded at the loading dock in Talangihon, which is now Comawas, while locals sailed along
the Tigoa River connecting the Pulangui River onto Lumbayao. Mr. Bantug finally distributed
land to newcomers, and "Hapitanan" continued to use the name Halapitan. The province of
Bukidnon's southeast region is where San Fernando is situated. Malaybalay City and
Cabanglasan, Talaingod Municipality, Davao del Norte, Davao City, and North Cotabato
Province, as well as Quezon and Valencia City, form its northern and eastern boundaries,
respectively. The Poblacion of the municipality is located 71 kilometers (44 miles) from
Malaybalay City and 31 kilometers (19 miles) from Valencia City. Eighty percent or so of The
terrain of the municipality includes mountains. In the west, the municipality and the provinces of
Davao are naturally divided by the Pantaron Mountain Range (Central Cordillera of Mindanao),
and Valencia City and Quezon are divided by the Aga Mountains. The Salug River valley is
located in the southern section of the municipality, while the Tigwa River valley takes up the
northern and central portions. Tigwa River and Salug River are the two main river systems in the
municipality. A branch of the Pulangi River, the Tigwa River flows into the Mindanao River
near Cotabato City. The Salug River flows into Davao Gulf in the south and is a tributary of the
Davao River. Corn, rice, and abaca are the top three agricultural products of the municipality,
which is primarily agrarian. The municipality also produces vegetables, root crops, rattan,
bananas, and bamboo. The Municipal Mayor, the Vice Mayor, and the Sangguniang Bayan are in
charge of running the municipality. According to the 1991 Local Government Code of the
Philippines, the mayor is the municipality's local chief executive officer, and the Sangguniang
Bayan (or SB) is its local legislative body. Municipal Planning and Development Office,
Municipal Civil Registrar's Office, Municipal Engineering Office, Municipal Accounting Office,
Municipal Treasurer's Office, Municipal Assessor's Office, Municipal Social Welfare and
Development Office, Municipal Agriculture Office, and Municipal Budget Office are the
departments that fall under the mayor's office. These businesses are required to provide
fundamental social services to the municipality's residents. The Vice Mayor serves as the
Sangguniang Bayan's presiding officer, and there are seven Sangguniang Bayan councilors in
total. They draft municipally pertinent legislation and ordinances. Twenty-four (24) barangays
make up San Fernando, each of which is led by a barangay captain and seven Sangguniang
kilometer-long total road network (68.24 mi). You can take a bus, a jeepney, a habal-habal, or a
motorcycle to the municipality. The political map of San Fernando is shown below.
Political map of San Fernando showing its 25 barangays. Source: Philippine Statistics Authority.
Scoring Procedure
The instruction on the survey also ensured that all respondents understood the questions
asked and answered with clarity. Students were asked to rate on a 5-point Likert-type scale (from
Scoring Procedure
Description
The statistical approaches listed below were employed to respond to the problem statement
provided in Chapter 1. Descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage, weighted mean, and
standard deviation were employed to assess students' academic achievement. Descriptive statistics
were also employed to describe the independent variables, specifically, we will be able to gain a
better understanding of the Study Habits of The Grade 12 Students: And their Impact on their
Academic Performance.
The population refers to the entire group of people that the researcher is interested in studying.
The sample is the subset of the population that will participate in the study. In this study, the
population is grade 12 students in Halapitan National High School, and the sample will be a
representative subset of this population. The sample size and selection method will depend on the
research objectives and the available resources. The method used in this study is a random
sampling technique that could be used to ensure that the sample is representative of the population.
To conduct the research, a sample of the population would need to be selected. The random
technique would depend on the research questions and goals and the availability and accessibility
of potential participants. For example, the sample could be selected using a purposive or snowball
sampling method to ensure diverse perspectives and experiences. The sample size would also need
to be figured out based on the research questions and the desired level of precision.
Qualitative research methods involve the collection of data in the form of open-ended responses,
interviews, observations, or documents. Qualitative research techniques can be used to analyze the
data collected, such as content analysis, discourse analysis, or thematic analysis. In this study, a
qualitative research method and technique that could be used is a semi-structured interview. This
involves asking a series of open-ended questions to the participants to collect detailed information
about their study habits and academic performance. The data collected from the interviews can
then be analyzed using a qualitative analysis technique such as the correlational Likert scale
method.
Data-Gathering Procedure
Before gathering the data, the researcher will secure first an authorization letter from the
research teacher that he/she has given us the approval to conduct the survey. Before the
participation in this study. After this, the researcher will personally distribute and retrieve the
The questionnaire contains statements seeking information regarding the effect of the
researcher’s variables from the Study Habit of The Grade 12 Students: Its Impact on their
Academic Performance. The item on the questionnaire was developed based on the objectives of
the study. Secondary data was obtained from books, journals, and the internet. The multiple uses
of data sources will promote the reliability and validity of this study.
Chapter 4
This chapter deals with the presentation, analysis, interpretation, and support of the data
gathered in the study. The following table represents the means, frequency, and interpretation of
Male 7 2 1 10
Female 13 2 2 17
Unknown 0 0 1 1
Total 20 4 4 28
Among the 28 respondents of the study, which is coming from the following strands of the
grade 12 curriculum, STEM, HUMSS, ABM. The researcher found out that 52% are female
students, while 48% are all male students were was chose the respondents of stu
HUMSS 2 13 1 0 16
ABM 7 7 1 1 16
TABLE II shows this data table is that STEM students tend to have higher grades than the
other programs, with an average grade of 3.07 compared to 3.06 for HUMSS and 3.25 for ABM.
This suggests that STEM students may have a greater focus on their studies and a better
understanding of the material. Additionally, the standard deviation for STEM is lower than for the
other programs, indicating that the grades are more consistent among STEM students.
SA A DA SD MEAN SD TOTAL
(%)
STEM 1 14 0 0 15
%)
HUMSS 4 8 4 0 16
ABM 2 9 5 0 16
%)
TABLE III This data table shows that students in STEM have a higher mean score of
3.067 compared to students in HUMSS and ABM, with mean scores of 3.00 and 2.75 respectively.
This indicates that students in STEM may have a better understanding of the lesson compared to
students in other strands. Additionally, this data table also suggests that taking notes of the lesson
may be beneficial for students, as it likely helps them retain and recall information better.
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
STRAND Freq Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) RESPONDENTS
(%)
STEM 11 4 15
(100%)
HUMSS 1 15 16
) 0 (100%)
ABM 1 7 5 3 16
2.75 1.065
(31.25%)
(6.25% (43.75%) (100%)
TOTAL
TABLE IV This data suggests that STEM students are more likely to use their phones for
studying, while HUMSS and ABM students are more likely to use their phones for non-academic
activities. The MEAN and SD values also suggest that students in all three strands are using their
phones more than they were before. This highlights the importance of understanding how students
use technology in their everyday lives, and how educators can better support their learning.
TABLE V: (STATEMENT 4: The Activities Shown through Multimedia is More Understandable
than Chalkboard).
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
STRAND Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) RESPONDENTS
STEM 12 2 1 15
(6.67%) (100%)
HUMSS 15 1 16
(100%)
ABM 3 1 10 2 16
(100%)
TABLE V This data table suggests that multimedia activities are more understandable than
traditional chalkboard activities, especially in the STEM and HUMSS strands, as evidenced by the
higher frequencies of students who responded positively to the statement. However, it also
indicates that some students still find traditional chalkboard activities more understandable, as
evidenced by the higher frequency of students who responded positively in the ABM strand. This
suggests that there is room for improvement in the use of multimedia activities for student learning,
as well as a need for further exploration of the effects of multimedia activities on student
comprehension.
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
(%)
STEM 4 9 1 1 15
HUMSS 3 10 3 0 16
ABM 2 10 3 1 16
TABLE VI This data table suggests that when it comes to sharing notes with classmates,
STEM and HUMSS students are more likely to do so than ABM students. The mean score for
STEM and HUMSS students is 2.733 and 2.125 respectively, indicating that they are more inclined
to share their notes, while the mean score for ABM students is 2.75, implying that they are less
likely to do so. This data can be used to better understand the differences in the way students
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
STRAND Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) RESPONDENTS
11 4 15
0 (100%)
15 1 16
(100%)
8 6 2 16
3 50 19 3 2.699 0.223 75
GRAND (100%)
TABLE VII This data table suggests that STEM students are more likely to go to the
library to study than HUMSS and ABM students, as evidenced by the higher percentage of STEM
students who indicated that they "always go to the library to study" compared to the other two
strands. This could indicate that STEM students have a higher level of motivation for learning or
that they are more focused on academic pursuits than their HUMSS and ABM peers. Additionally,
the higher mean and lower standard deviation for STEM suggest that, on average, STEM students
are more consistent in their study habits than the other two strands.
TABLE VIII: (STATEMENT 7: Studying in the library is best than studying on mobile phones).
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
(%) S
STEM 1 13 1 3 0.378 15
0 (100%)
0 (100%)
(100%)
%)
TOTAL (100%)
(16%) (53.33%) (29.33%) (1.33%)
environment that is conducive to learning and allows for more focused attention. It also allows
students to access resources such as books and reference materials that may not be available
through mobile phones. Furthermore, studying in the library can help to reduce distractions and
TABLE IX: (STATEMENT 8:I use my mobile phone to search for some important lessons on the
internet).
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
STRAND Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) RESPONDENTS
STEM 2 11 2 0 3 0.535 15
(100%)
(100%)
(100%)
TOTAL (100%)
TABLE IX This data table implies that a majority of the respondents use their mobile
phones to search for important lessons on the internet. This is particularly true among those in
STEM, HUMSS, and ABM strands, with 73.33%, 68.75%, and 50% of the respondents in those
strands respectively indicating that they use their mobile phones to search for important lessons on
the internet. The data also shows that, overall, 14.67% of the respondents use their mobile phones
to search for important lessons, suggesting that the use of mobile phones for learning is becoming
increasingly popular.
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
(%)
STEM 1 14 0 0 3 0.378 15
(100%)
(6.67%) (93.33%)
(100%)
(12.5%) (75%) (6.25%) (6.25%)
(100%)
TOTAL (100%)
TABLE X This data suggests that using phones to study may help students in STEM and
HUMSS courses achieve better academic results, as evidenced by the higher mean scores for those
two strands compared to the ABM strand. Furthermore, the large number of respondents in the
study gives this data a degree of reliability. It is important to note, however, that further research
is needed to better understand the impact of studying with a phone on academic performance.
TABLE XI: (STATEMENT 10: students don’t know how to use the internet to study).
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
STRAND Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) RESPONDENTS
(100%)
(46.67%) (53.33%)
HUMSS 2 1 13 0 2.31 0.704 16
(100%)
(100%)
TOTAL (100%)
TABLE XI This data shows that students from STEM, HUMSS, and ABM strands are not
taking full advantage of the internet for their studies. The high frequency of students who opt for
Distract and Do Nothing (D) indicates that they are not taking the initiative to explore the wealth
of information and resources available online. This suggests that there is a need for more education
about the benefits and proper use of the internet for school work.
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
D (%) (%) S
7 9 (100%)
(93.33% (6.67%
) )
9 (100%)
) )
3 (100%)
) )
TOTAL 8 (100%)
) ) ) )
TABLE XII The data suggests that STEM students have a higher average score than their
HUMSS and ABM counterparts, with a mean score of 2.066667 and no reported scores below 2.
Additionally, HUMSS students have the highest mean score of 2.625, while ABM students have
the second-highest mean score of 2.4375. This suggests that STEM students may have a stronger
focus on memorization, while HUMSS and ABM students may have a stronger focus on
conceptual understanding.
TABLE XIII: (STATEMENT 12: students have a high reading comprehension).
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
STRAND Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) Freq (%) RESPONDENTS
(100%)
(100%)
(100%)
TOTAL (100%)
TABLE XII The data table indicates that students in STEM, HUMSS, and ABM courses
have a wide range of reading comprehension, with STEM students having the highest mean score
followed by HUMSS and ABM. This suggests that students in all three courses are benefitting
from improved reading comprehension, although STEM students are gaining the most from this
improvement.
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
(%)
(100%)
(6.67%) (93.33%)
(100%)
(100%)
TOTAL (100%)
of 3.067, followed by HUMSS students with a mean score of 2.688 and ABM students with a mean
score of 2.563. This suggests that students in STEM courses are more enthusiastic and devoted to
SA A D SD MEAN SD TOTAL
(%)
(100%)
(100%)
ABM 4 6 4 2 2.75 1 16
(100%)
TOTAL (100%)
TABLE XV From this data, we can see that students generally enjoy experimenting with
something, as the mean for each strand is above 2. The STEM strand had the highest mean at 2.6,
followed by HUMSS at 2.37 and ABM at 2.75. This suggests that students from all the strands are
TABLE XVI: (STATEMENT 15: Students express opinions or ask questions after a presentation).
(100%)
(100%)
TOTAL (100%)
TABLE XVII This data suggests that students express their opinions or ask questions after
presentations, with the highest proportion of students doing so in the STEM strand. This is
followed by HUMSS, and the ABM strand, with the lowest proportion of students engaging in this
behavior. This is a testament to the importance of allowing students to engage in critical thinking
This chapter presents the summary, conclusion, and recommendations drawn from the
Summary of Findings
The findings of this study suggest that study habits have a significant impact on the
academic performance of grade 12 students. Factors such as home environment, family dynamics,
school type, curriculum, personality, study preferences, motivation, social or peer pressure,
physical and mental health, and amount of sleep and leisure activities can all influence the study
habits of grade 12 students. Additionally, the data suggests that STEM and HUMSS students are
more likely to share notes with classmates and go to the library to study than ABM students, and
using phones to study may help students in STEM and HUMSS courses achieve better academic
results. The data also indicates that students in STEM, HUMSS, and ABM courses have a wide
range of reading comprehension, with STEM students having the highest mean score followed by
HUMSS and ABM. Finally, the data suggests that multimedia activities are more understandable
than traditional chalkboard activities, especially in the STEM and HUMSS strands.
This part of the paper will elaborate if the statement of the problem has been answered.
1. To investigate the impact of study habits on the academic performance of grade
12 students.
Research has widely demonstrated that study habits have a significant impact on the academic
performance of grade 12 students. Good study habits help students to develop a better
understanding and retention of the material that they learn in school. These habits can help them
to better manage their workload, stay organized, and make effective use of their time. Moreover,
good study habits can also lead to an increased level of academic success and improved grades.
For example, students who have developed effective study habits are more likely to prepare for
tests and exams in advance and take the time to review their notes and practice the material. This
process not only enables them to acquire more knowledge and acquire more effective test-taking
skills, but it also allows them to reflect on and apply their knowledge, both of which are essential
Additionally, regular studying helps students to better manage their workloads and stay on top of
assignments. Regular studying enables students to break down complex material into manageable
chunks and helps them to stay organized, as they are less likely to forget important assignments or
tasks. Furthermore, it can help students to better engage with the material, as they are more
motivated to understand the concepts and willing to put in the effort to do so.
Overall, research has demonstrated that good study habits have a positive impact on the academic
performance of grade 12 students, as it helps them to develop a better understanding and retention
of material, better manage their workloads, and stay organized. As a result, students who have
developed good study habits are more likely to achieve academic success.
2. What are the factors that influence the study habits of grade 12 students?
There are a variety of external and internal factors that can influence the study habits of
grade 12 students. Externally, their home environment and family dynamics can have an effect on
their attitude toward studying and the resources they have available. Additionally, the type of
school they attend, and the curriculum offered can play a role in their study habits. Internally, their
personality, study preferences, and motivation can all play a part in how they go about their studies.
Grade 12 students may also experience social or peer pressure that can make it difficult for them
to stay focused and motivated. Additionally, their physical and mental health can influence their
focus and, in turn, their study habits. Finally, the amount of sleep and other leisure activities that
students engage in can also affect the amount of time and effort they put into their studies.
In sum, grade 12 student’s study habits are influenced by a variety of external and internal factors,
all of which should be taken into consideration when evaluating a student’s academic performance.
3. What are the evidence-based recommendations on how to improve study habits
There is a wealth of evidence-based research on how to improve study habits and academic
performance. Some of the most effective strategies involve setting clear goals, developing positive
and productive study environments, breaking down big tasks into manageable chunks, and
Setting Clear Goals: Before beginning any task, it is important to set clear goals that are specific,
measurable, attainable, and timely (SMART). This will provide direction and structure to your
environment is essential to effective studying. Turning off devices, clearing clutter, and setting
aside a specific area for studying can help to create an environment conducive to learning.
Breaking Big Tasks into Manageable Chunks: Big, complex tasks can be daunting and
overwhelming. To make them more manageable, break them down into smaller, more achievable
Utilizing Various Study Methods and Resources: To maximize learning, it is important to use a
variety of study methods and resources. This may include attending lectures and tutorial sessions,
participating in group discussions, reading textbooks, watching online videos, and doing practice
exams. Utilizing different methods and resources can help to keep things interesting and ensure
4. How does this study contribute to the body of knowledge in the field of education?
This study contributes to the body of knowledge in the field of education by providing
valuable insight into the current state of education and the potential for further improvement. It
offers an in-depth analysis of educational systems and policies and suggests strategies for
increasing student engagement and achievement. Additionally, the study provides evidence to
support the importance of teacher training, collaboration, and parental involvement in school
success. Furthermore, the study highlights the need for further research into the effectiveness of
educational interventions and strategies, as well as the impact of current teaching and learning
practices.
Conclusion
The conclusion of this study is that study habits have a significant impact on the academic
performance of grade 12 students. The results of this study suggest that students who have good
study habits tend to have better academic performance than those who do not. Additionally, this
study has identified several factors that influence the study habits of grade 12 students, such as
motivation, time management, and access to resources. Finally, this study has provided evidence-
recommended that teachers, school guidance counselors, parents, and the government should
collaborate to guide students on how to develop good study habits, thereby improving academic
engage students in the classroom and encourage students to share notes and go to the library to
study. Furthermore, it is recommended that teachers should provide students with a variety of study
materials and activities to cater to different learning styles and preferences. Finally, it is
recommended that teachers should provide students with a supportive environment to foster a
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