THE IMPACT OF ONLINE-SELLING TO THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE

SELECTED HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP

ACADEMY

A Research Paper
Presented to the
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy
LinamonKauswagan, Inc.

In Partial Fulfillment
of the Requirements in
Practical Research in Daily Life 2

by

Garsuta, Jewell L.

Manreza, Angela Jesselle

Ibarra, Krysta Johanna Marie B.

Obial, Jeanver O.

Baoc, Shella M.

March, 2020

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 Acknowledgement

First of all, the researchers would like to acknowledge Ms. Maria Socorro Lupina for

providing the researchers a prior knowledge about research, and Miss Casandra June

Velasco for extending her knowledge, guidance, and patience throughout their whole

research.

They also wish to acknowledge the help of their friends and classmates for their support

and cooperation in this research.

They also extend their gratitude to their families who supported them morally and

financially along the way.

Also, to the school principal, Miss Ma. Roberta P. Lopoz, for making this research

possible.

Most and foremost, the researchers thank the Almighty God for giving them courage and

knowledge to conduct this study.

THANK YOU!

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 1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 The Problem and Its Background

In today’s generation, people are more practical. They desire to earn money in the

simplest way. Even students aim to earn money while attending to school at the same time. Most

of these students resort to start small-time businesses to be able to earn without compromising

their studies. Although small-time business can help them financially—especially to their

expenses in school—it could be a distraction to their studies as well.

One of the most relevant types of business for these students is the online-selling

business. An online-selling business is a type of business that takes place online with the use of

internet and social media sites. This may be helpful to the students who desire to engage in

small-time businesses without giving much time and attention to it. Online-selling can have major

advantages to the students who practice it. People nowadays prefer scrolling for products online

rather than wasting time and energy strolling around the city to shop. Therefore, online-selling has

a larger customer-base, and it leads to the increase of profit to the student-online-sellers. Also,

this type of business does not require much time and attention because the transactions are

flexible. Therefore, the student-online-sellers do not need to sacrifice their class hours for their

business.

Although online-selling business is extremely beneficial to the students, there can also be

factors that may have a negative impact to their academic performance and behavior as students.

The goal of this study was to determine both the positive and negative impact of online-selling to

the academic performance of the high school students.

1.2 Statement of the Problem

This study was conducted to determine the following:

1. How does online-selling affect the academic performance of the high school students?

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 2. Does online-selling distract them from their studies?

3. Can online-selling help them in their studies positively?

1.3 Objectives of the study

1.3.1 General Objective

This study aimed to determine the impact of online-selling to the academic performance

of the high school students in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy.

1.3.2 Specific Objective

Specifically, this study aimed to determine the following:

1. The positive and negative impact of online-selling to the academic performance of high

school students, and what weighs more

2. The impact of online-selling to the time frame and focus of the students

3. The benefits of online-selling that is relevant for the academic performance of the

students.

1.4 Significance of the Study

This study would be a great contribution to the vast knowledge in relation to online-selling

and its impact to the academic performance of the student-online-sellers. The researchers believe

that the result of this study would be beneficial to the following:

High School Students – as the prospective online-sellers, they will be informed about

online-selling and its possible effects to their academic performance.

Parents – they will be informed about the advantages and risks of online-selling.

Therefore, this study will help them decide whether or not to allow their children to engage in this

type of business while they attend to school at the same time.

Researchers – as aspiring entrepreneurs in the future, this study will inspire them to

engage in online-selling in the near future.

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 Respondents – as online-sellers themselves, they will be able to assess whether online

selling does more harm than good to them or the other way around.

Teacher – this research will help them decide whether they should encourage their

students to engage in online selling or not.

1.5 Scope and Limitation

The respondents were randomly selected from the high school department of Our Lady of

Perpetual Help Academy. This study investigated the impact of online-selling business to the

academic performance of the respondents. It aimed to discover whether it is safe for the students

to engage in this type of business or not. Also, it determined if online business is appropriate to

the time frame of the students.

1.7 Conceptual Framework

Input Process Output

ONLINE BUSINESS Students of OLPHA Provide financial

support

Figure 1 A Schematic diagram showing The Impact of Online-selling to the Academic

Performance of the Selected High School Students

The focus of this study was undertaken by the following conceptual framework shown in Figure 1

which has a three part process: the input, process and output.

Input – It is online-selling itself.

Process – Engaging in online-selling (Input) is applied to the students of OLPHA.

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Output – Through online-selling, students can earn money and will be able to provide themselves

financially.

1.8 Definition of Terms

The following terms were defined conceptually and operationally as guidelines to have a

better understanding of how the following terms are used in this study.

Online-selling – a type of business that involves the use of internet and social media; a business

that takes place online

Social media – this is where an online-business usually takes place; the mode of communication

between the online-sellers and the customers

Online-sellers – people who engage in an online-selling business

Student-online-sellers – students who engage in an online-selling business

Customers – buyers of the goods

Cost – value of the goods

Money – the unit of exchange

Impact – positive or negative effects

Respondents – main source of data

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 2. REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Edmonson (2019) stated that everyone can easily start an online-business as long as

there is a computer or laptop and internet access. This makes it easier for anyone—even busy

students—to engage in this type of business. It doesn’t even require a professional skill. As long

as one have a product to sell and can easily access the internet, one can start immediately.

Aside from the fact that it is easy to start with, Business Queensland (2017) also implied

that online-selling is very flexible because customers can buy products at any time of the day.

This is less hassle for both the sellers and the customers. Transactions are made depending on

the agreement of both sides. Therefore, online-sellers are more relaxed for they can entertain

customers—through social media— no matter where they are or what they are doing. Also,

according to Business Queensland (2017), online-selling allows a business to operate without

necessarily building a physical store. Thus, it does not need a large amount of capital to start this

type of business.

These advantages make online-selling very pleasant for the students who desire to earn

income. According to Jewell, S. (2014), “Students are increasingly taking up opportunities to work

while studying.” Learning about these advantages will surely make the students want to start

online-selling right away. However, the thrill and excitement of engaging in online-selling may

affect the behavior of the students as well their academic performance. The students might

prioritize their business more than their studies. They might prefer spending more time and

attention to their business instead of doing their home works and other school activities.

In Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy, numerous students in the high school

department are engaging themselves in online-selling. This study was conducted to find out the

possible effects of online-selling to their academic performance. The researchers aimed to know

the factors that can change the behavior of these students, as they engage in online-selling,

which can impact their academic performance.

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 3. METHODOLOGY

3.1 Research Design

A descriptive experimental research design was utilized in this study as the

researchers tried to examine how online selling affects students. This study aimed to

precisely describe the impact of engaging in online business to the students, given the

fact that they have to balance their time for their studies and online-selling. This research

design was useful in determining the relationship between online-selling and the

academic performance of the students.

3.2 Sampling

The study was conducted at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy of Linamon,

Kauswagan, Lanao Inc., located at Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte—particularly the

High School Students. The researchers chose this school because of the easy access to

the students who engage in online-selling.

Eighteen (18) high school students were selected to answer the survey for the

added information of this study. The respondents were given questionnaires for them to

answer.

3.3 Research Instrument

The researchers conducted a study by using questionnaires wherein each of the

questions gets precise answers from the respondents relevant to the study.

3.4 Data Gathering Procedure

The gathering of data happened inside the premises of Our Lady of Perpetual

Help Academy of Linamon, Kauswagan, Lanao Inc. where there were several students

who engaged in online-selling. The prepared Survey questionnaire was distributed to the

specific students who were engaged in online-selling business.

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 4. PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, INTERPRETATION OF DATA

In this chapter, the statistical results of the study were presented and each has a
corresponding table for every topic/matter at focus. There would also be a discussion regarding
the data that were included.

Table 1.Frequency and percentage of students who engage in online business with their
parents' consent.

Response Frequency Percentage

Yes 17 94.4%
No 1 5.6%
Total 18 100%

Table 1 shows the frequency and percentage of students who engage in online business with
their parents' consent. 94.4% of the total respondents answered Yes. On the other hand, only 1 or
5.6% answered No.

Table 2.Frequency and percentage of how long the students have engaged in online
business.

Response Frequency Percentage

Below 2 months 5 27.8%
3 months-2 years 9 50%
2-6 years 4 22.2%
7 years and above 0 0%
Total 18 100%

Table 2 shows the duration of the students’ engagement in online business. The lowest frequency
is 0 who answered7 years and above, followed by 4 or 22.2% who answered 2-6 years, then 5 or
27.8% who answered below 2 months. The highest frequency is 9 or 50% who answered3
months – 2 years.

Table 3. Frequency and percentage of the time spent in managing online business in a day.

Response Frequency Percentage

20 minutes 2 11.11%
30-50 minutes 4 22.22%
1-5 hours 10 55.56%
6 hours and above 2 11.11%
Total 18 100%

Table 3 shows the frequency and percentage of the time that the students spend in managing
their online business in a day. Most of the respondents manage their online business from 1-5

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hours with a percentage of 55.56%. While 22.22% of the total respondents manage their online
business for 30-50 minutes and both 20 minutes and 6 hours above got a percentage of 11.11%.

Table 4.Frequency and percentage of the disturbance of online business to the studies of
the students.

Response Frequency Percentage

Yes 6 33.33%
No 12 66.67%
Total 18 100

Table 4 shows the frequency and percentage of the disturbance of online business to their
studies. 6 or 33.33% of the students agreed that their online business disturbs their time for
studies. The highest frequency is 12 or 66.67% who disagreed that online business is a
disturbance to their studies.

Table 5.Frequency and percentage of students’ capability to balance their time

betweenonline business and studies.

Response Frequency Percentage

Yes 17 94.4
No 1 5.6
Total 18 100

Table 5 shows the frequency and percentage of the students' capability to balance their time
between their studies and online business. 17 or 94.4% of the respondents agreed that it is
manageable for them to balance their time in online business and studies, while only 1 or 5.6%
disagreed.

Table 6. Frequency and percentage of instances that online business affected the
students’ studies negatively.

Response Frequency Percentage

Yes 3 16.67
No 15 83.33
Total 18 100

Table 6 shows the frequency and percentage if there were instances that the online business has
affected their studies in a negative way. 3 or 16.67% of the respondents answered Yes (or agreed
that there were instances that online business affected their studies negatively), and 15 or
83.33% answered No. Those who have agreed that there were instances that online business
affected their studies stated that it made them have a hard time in doing their assignments.
Worse, they often forget to do their homework.

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Table7. Frequency and percentage of instances that online business affected the students’
studies positively.

Response Frequency Percentage

Yes 14 77.78%
No 4 22.22%
Total 18 100%

Table 7 shows the frequency and percentage if there were instances that online business affected
their studies positively. 14 or 77.78% of the respondents answered Yes (or agreed that there were
instances that online business affected their studies positively), and 4 or 22.22% answered No.
Those who have answered Yes stated that online business helps them sustain their financial
obligations in school.

Table 8.Frequency and percentage if online business helps in the financial obligations of
the students in school.

Response Frequency Percentage

Yes 15 83.33%
No 3 16.67%
Total 8 100%

Table 8 shows the frequency and percentage if online business helps in the financial obligations
of students in school. 15 or 83.33% agreed, while 3 or 16.67% disagreed.

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 5. SUMMARY, CONCLUSION, RECOMMENDATION

5.1 Summary

This study sought to determine the impact of engaging in an online-selling business to the

academic performance of the high school students of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy. The

respondents, who were current and former students of the said school, were given a set of test

through the use of questionnaires to identify both the positive and negative impact of online-

selling to them. The research design used was descriptive experimental.

5.2 Findings

1. Majority of the students who engage in online-selling have been permitted by their

parents/guardians.

2. Most students have been engaging in online-selling for about 2 years now.

3. Students could take 5 hours, at most, in a day in managing their online business.

4. Online-selling barely disturbs the students' time for their studies.

5. Most of the students are capable in balancing their time between their studies and online-

selling.

6. Few students find it hard to do or even remember their homework because they were too busy

with their online-business. That is one of the few of the factors that make online-selling a

distraction for their studies.

7. Online-selling helps the students provide for their financial obligations at school.

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5.3 Conclusion

The gathered data indicates that, in general, online-selling gives more positive impact to the

academic performance of the students rather than negative ones. Although it might distract them

once in awhile, but overall, it is very helpful in terms of financial matters given the fact that most of

the school projects nowadays require money. Therefore, students must be encouraged to engage

in online-selling.

5.4 Recommendation

The researchers highly recommend that a similar study should be conducted to bigger schools or

universities with larger number of respondents to ensure the accuracy of the study. It is also

recommended that the similar research must be experimental, therefore purposely engaging the

respondents in online-selling to precisely differentiate their academic performance before and

after engaging in online-selling.

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 APPENDICES

Appendix 1. Survey Questionnaire

Name: Age:

Current Year Level: Year since online business started:

Questionnaire

1. Do your parents allow you to engage in online business?

YES NO

2. How long have you been engaging in online-selling?

Below 2 months 2-6 years
3 months-2 years 7 years and above

3. How much time (in one day) do you spend in managing your online business?
Less than 20 minutes 1-5 hours
30-50 minutes 6 hours and above

4. Does it, by any chance, disturb your time for your studies?
YES NO

5. Is it manageable for you to balance your time in online-selling and studying?

YES NO

6. Was there an instance that your online-selling business affected your studies negatively?
YES NO

7. If yes (based on question no. 6), in what way?

8. Was there an instance that your online-selling business affected your studies positively?
YES NO

9. If yes (based on question no. 8), in what way?

10. Does online-selling help you when it comes to your financial obligations in school?
YES NO

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Appendix 2. Curriculum Vitae

Name : Garsuta, Jewell L.

Home Address : Purok 2 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

Date of Birth : December 23, 2001

Place of Birth : Purok 1 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

Parents : Ian Victor B. Garsuta

:Raneth L. Garsuta

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Sgt. Miguel Canoy Memorial Central School

Buru-un, Iligan City, Lanao del Norte

March 2014

Junior High School : Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy of Linamon,

Kauswagan, Lanao Inc.

Purok 5 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

March 2018

Senior High School :Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy of

Linamon, Kauswagan, Lanao Inc.

Purok 5 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

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 March 2020

Membership in Organization: Dalubhusay Club Coordinator

Awards Received : Catechist of the Year 2018

Perfect in Attendance Awardee 2019

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Manreza, Angela Jesselle

Home Address : Purok 5 Samburon, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

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Date of Birth : June 10, 2002

Place of Birth : Iligan City

Parents : Aiza R. Manreza

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Linamon Central School

Purok 5 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

March 2014

Junior High School : Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy of

Linamon, Kauswagan, Lanao Inc.

Purok 5 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

March 2018

Senior High School : Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy of

Linamon, Kauswagan, Lanao Inc.

Purok 5 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

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 March 2018

Membership in Organization: Dalubhusay Club Member

Awards Received : Perfect in Attendance Awardee 2015 - 2017

Catechist of the Year 2018

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Ibarra, Krysta Johanna Marie B.

Home Address : Purok 3 Mimbalot, Bliss, Iligan City

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Date of Birth : August 19, 2002

Place of Birth : Purok 9 Buru-un, Iligan City

Parents : Joan B. Ibarra

Mark Crisostomo S. Ibarra

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Sgt. Miguel Canoy Memorial Central School

Buru-un, Iligan City, Lanao del Norte

March 2014

Junior High School : Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy of

Linamon, Kauswagan, Lanao Inc.

Purok 5 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

March 2018

Senior High School :Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy of

Linamon, Kauswagan, Lanao Inc.

Purok 5 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

March 2018

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Membership in Organization: Dance Club Coordinator

Danztrack Dancer

Drum and Lyre

Awards Received : Performer of the Year 2018

Danztrack Hang-over Dancer 2019

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Obial, Jeanver O.

Home Address : Purok 10 Buru-un, Iligan City

Date of Birth : August 31, 2002

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Place of Birth : Manila

Parents : Janice O. Obial

Cesar C. Obial

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Sgt. Miguel Canoy Memorial Central School

Buru-un, Iligan City, Lanao del Norte

March 2014

Junior High School : Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy of

Linamon, Kauswagan, Lanao Inc.

Purok 5 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

March 2018

Senior High Schoo l:Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy of

Linamon, Kauswagan, Lanao Inc.

Purok 5 Poblacion, Linamon, Lanao del Norte

March 2020

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Membership in Organization: Choir Member

Volleyball Club

Drum and Lyre

Seminars Attended : SMC seminars/orientation and promotion

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Shella M. Baoc

Home Address : Purok 6-A Buru-un Iligan City

Date of Birth :February 07,2000

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Parents : Estela M. Baoc

Johnny B. Baoc

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary :Linamon Central School

Purok 5 Poblacion, Linamon Lanao Del Norte

March 2014

Junior High School : Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy

Purok 5, Poblacion, Linamon Lanao Del Norte

March 2018

Senior High School : Our Lady of Perpetual Help Academy

Purok 5, Poblacion, Linamon Lanao Del Norte

March 2020

Membership in Organizations :Peer Facilitator

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