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May 2024
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APPROVAL SHEET
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Next, to thank our Practical Research teacher Mr. Richard Lagus C. Jr.,
we're very grateful for your help and guidance this semester, which has been crucial
in getting us to where we are today.
DEDICATION
The researchers of this study have expressed gratitude towards those who
have contributed to the completion of their work. They have dedicated this study to
all the students, particularly those who participated during the survey. The
researchers hope that their study will serve as a guide for these students to
comprehend the significance of following the rules and policies set by the school.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 1
Rationale of Study 1
Theoretical Background 3
THE PROBLEM 9
Significance of Study 11
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 12
Research Design 12
Research Environment 13
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Research Respondents 13
Research Tool 13
Research Procedures 13
DEFINITION OF TERMS 15
APPENDICES 16
B. Research Tool 19
D. Location Map 26
CURRICULUM VITAE 27
LIST OF FIGURES
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LIST OF TABLES
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CHAPTER 1
THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE
INTRODUCTION
The ability to manage time efficiently is a crucial skill for success in academic
progress and performance. In the context of senior high school students, effective time
management is particularly critical as they juggle rigorous academic demands,
extracurricular activities, social engagements, and personal responsibilities. However,
there is evidence that suggests that many students struggle with time management, which
may have adverse effects on their academic performance.
This phenomena appears to not only affect the University of Cebu - Maritime
Education and Training Center but also there are other educational institutions that have
this kind of issue across the Philippines. Algaradawi (2018), a study conducted at
Bestlink College of the Philippines, uncovered a substantial correlation between deficient
time management skills and decreased academic performance among Grade 12 students.
Those proficient in time management displayed notably enhanced academic performance
compared to counterparts grappling with time management challenges.
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The aim of this research is to examine how poor time management among senior
high school students impacts their academic performance. By identifying the specific
challenges associated with poor time management and their repercussions on academic
achievement, this study seeks to provide insights that can inform interventions and
support mechanisms aimed at improving students' time management skills and,
consequently, their academic outcomes.
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Theoretical Background
As researchers looked more deeply into this study, the researchers went on the
assumption that they already knew the Effects of Poor Time Management towards the
Academic Performance of Senior High School Students.
Self-Determination Theory
Self-Determination Theory (SDT) by (Deci and Ryan, 1985a,b, 2008; Ryan and
Deci, 2000b, 2006, 2020a,b) offers insights into the effects of poor time management
towards the academic performance of senior high school students. Self-Determination
Theory posits that human motivation is largely influenced by the needs for self-
determination, autonomy, and competence. According to Self-Determination Theory,
students' motivation and behavior are shaped by their innate desire for control, autonomy,
and competence in their endeavors.
The Pickle Jar Theory (J. Wright, 2020) posits that effective time management is
akin to filling a limited jar with various-sized pickles, representing tasks and activities.
The theory emphasizes prioritizing important tasks over less crucial ones and planning
time for all activities to achieve a balanced approach. The Pickle Jar Theory offers a vivid
analogy to understand how poor time management affects the academic performance of
senior high school students.
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The focus of this study is about how poor time management affects the student’s
academic performances. Time management plays a crucial role in the academic success
of high school students, particularly in the senior high school level where the demands
and pressures are heightened. The ability to effectively allocate and utilize time impacts
various aspects of students' academic performance, including grades, completion of
assignments, and overall achievement. However, despite its significance, many senior
high school students struggle with poor time management skills, which can have
detrimental effects on their academic outcomes.
Time pressure stemming from poor time management can lead to rushed
decisions and ineffective problem-solving (Kliewer & Kruglanski, 2006). This is
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supported by research showing that students with good time management skills
demonstrate better decision-making abilities in academic situations (Spada et al., 2013).
Addressing time management issues through training can mitigate the cognitive impact of
time pressure, improving decision-making and problem-solving skills in senior high
school students.
Rushed work resulting from poor time management often leads to lower quality
assignments and presentations (Roccas & Sagiv, 2009). In their haste to meet deadlines,
students sacrifice thoroughness and critical thinking, compromising the depth and
accuracy of their work. This perception of low-quality output can significantly diminish
student motivation and confidence (Rothblum & Kopf, 1984), creating a cycle wherein
decreased confidence further impacts the quality of future academic engagement.
Poor time management skills can limit student participation in class due to
unpreparedness or incomplete assignments, as observed in the study by Oran (2009).
Juggling extracurricular activities, personal life, and academics without proper time
management creates difficulty balancing responsibilities and negatively impacts
participation.
Research by Kimlglo & Filz (2008) highlights the connection between effective
time management and high academic performance. Poor time management hinders
effective organization, leading to procrastination and wasted time, ultimately hampering
productivity and academic success
Poor time management often leads to a constant struggle to meet deadlines and
manage workloads, fostering feelings of inadequacy and frustration (Zimmerman &
Schunk, 2008). The lack of motivation further exacerbates time management issues,
creating a vicious cycle that perpetuates decreased academic performance (Pintrich &
Schunk, 2002). In this way, poor time management not only directly affects task
completion but also undermines the motivation needed to address time management
challenges effectively.
Several studies, such as Kisa & Ersoy (2005) and Khanna & Singh (2000),
establish a significant negative correlation between poor time management and academic
achievement. This link stems from missed deadlines and rushed work leading to lower
quality submissions and reduced learning comprehension.
Rushing through assignments and studies due to poor time management hinders
the development of critical thinking skills. Research by Kuhn (2005) highlights the
importance of reflection and analysis for deep learning. Time pressure restricts these
opportunities, impacting critical thinking and academic success.
Research by Bong & Skaalvik (2003) suggests that consistent academic struggles
due to poor time management can lead to reduced self-efficacy, where students doubt
their ability to succeed academically. This decreases motivation and further impacts
performance.
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THE PROBLEM
The main purpose of the study is to determine the Effects of Poor Time
Management towards the Academic Performance of The Senior High School Students at-
the University of Cebu - Maritime Education and Training Center in the Second Semester
of the School Year 2023-2024.
1. What are the effects of Poor Time Management towards the Academic Performance
of the Senior High School Students?
2. What are the top 3 effects of Poor Time Management towards the Academic
Performance of the Senior High School Students?
3. Based on the findings, what sound recommendations can be proposed?
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The findings of this study would be beneficial to the following individuals who
are oblivious of the Effects of Poor Time Management towards the Academic
Performance of Senior High School Students at the University Of Cebu - Maritime
Education and Training Center.
Senior High School Students. The outcome of this study will be beneficial to the
senior high school students because they can employ this study's outputs to assist
themselves in their studies by focusing on their tasks one by one and avoid juggling
multiple tasks at the same time so that they can have a better time management cycle and
improve their academic performance.
Parents. The findings of this study may assist the parents of senior high school
students in helping or giving their children a piece of advice for the betterment of
themselves. This will also give a guide to parents to not put a lot of pressure on their
children and discipline them in order for them to avoid having a wrecked time
management cycle due to lose of interest in school or spending too much time on
leisurely activities instead of doing their studies that could give their children a high
chance of a wrecked time management cycle.
Teachers. The result of this study is helpful for the teachers to guide or give the
students advice like avoid being absent in class, listen and be active in lectures, and do
their tasks in a timely manner so that they can avoid a wrecked time management. Also,
this can give information to the teachers as to not give them tons of school works from
time to time so that they won’t panic and create low-quality output, and discipline them
properly so that they can achieve better academic performance, but to not discipline them
in a harsh way so that the students won’t have disinterest on their academics.
and avoid procrastinating and be disciplined to pass their assignments and projects on
time. By recognizing the impact of time management on stress levels, schools can foster
resilience in students, ensuring they thrive both academically and emotionally.
Future Researchers. Through this study the future researchers can use this study
as a guide for their own research since it will provide them an understanding of how to
design a research study. Also, this study can act as a related study for future researchers
to use as support for their own research on a topic that is related to it.
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RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Research Design
This study will use a quantitative correlational research design which collects and
analyzes live experiences by the students. This study will evaluate the effects of poor
time management towards the academic performance of senior high school students.
Management Research
Fig 1.
Research Flow
Research Environment
This study will be conducted at the Basic Education Department of the University
of Cebu- Maritime Education and Training Center which is located at Alumnos,
Mambaling, Cebu City. The University of Cebu is one of the five campuses of the
University of Cebu which has programs for preschool, elementary, JHS, and SHS with
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the stand of Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS), General Academic Strand
(GAS), Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), and two maritime
strands: Technical Vocational-Livelihood (TVL) and Pre-Baccalaureate Maritime
Specialization (PBMS). The University of Cebu also offers affordable and quality
education responsive to the demands of local and international communities. University
of Cebu-Maritime Education and Training Center (METC) offers aspiring seafarers
teaching and training complete with technological simulators which are accredited by
international standards.
Research Respondents
The respondents of this study will be the Grade 11 and the Grade 12 senior high
school students of University of Cebu - Maritime Education and Training Center,
Mambaling Campus. There are 494 students enrolled in the Senior High School and the
researchers will be choosing 98 respondents which is 20% from the total population
according to Gay, R.L. (1976). The sampling method that the researchers will be using is
convenience sampling, because most senior high school students’ academic performance
is affected by poor time management, and by surveying them, we can gather data of how
poor time management affects their academic performance.
Research Instrument
This study uses a Likert Scale instrument which serves as the primary instrument
of the study. The researchers used close-ended survey questionnaires to collect data in
this study. The researchers are going to distribute a survey questionnaire that has 15
close-ended questions that will be answered by the respondents. The survey questionnaire
is designed to gather statistical data about how strongly they agree, agree, disagree, and
how strongly they disagree about the effects of poor time management towards the
academic performance of senior high school students.
Research Procedure
In gathering the data, first, the researchers made an approval letter which was sent
to Dr. Norma Oplado, the principal of University of Cebu Marine Education Training
Center - Campus in order for the researchers to have an authority to conduct a survey
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with the Senior High School Students of UC METC - Campus. Second, the researchers
made an approval letter to the chosen participants in order for the researchers to have the
permission to conduct a survey on the senior high school students of University of Cebu -
METC on how poor time management has affected their academic performances. Then,
upon agreeing on the survey, the researchers will distribute the survey questionnaires to
the respondents and at least 5 minutes to answer so that they will have enough time on
answering the survey questionnaires. And lastly, the answers of the participants will be
gathered and analyzed for a statistical analysis.
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DEFINITION OF TERMS
In this section, unfamiliar terms are defined operationally in accordance with how
they are being used in this study.
Academic Performance
This refers to the level of achievement or success attained by the senior high
school student in their academic endeavors. It encompasses various aspects such as
grades, test scores, class participation, and overall learning outcomes.
Effects
These are students from grades 11-12 who are enrolled in the University of Cebu-
Maritime Education and Training Center for the second semester of S.Y. 2023-2024 who
are affected by the effects of poor time management towards their academic performance.
Time Management
This refers to the senior high school students' process of planning and organizing
how they divide their time between specific activities to achieve desired outcomes
effectively. It involves setting goals, prioritizing tasks, and allocating resources to
maximize productivity and efficiency.
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REFERENCES
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APPENDIX A1
Transmittal Letter to the Principal
APPENDIX A2
Transmittal Letter to the Research Adviser
Thank you for your kind consideration, and we hope that you will be able to
accommodate us.
APPENDIX A3
Transmittal Letter to the Participants
Dear Respondents:
Greetings!
My team and I are working diligently towards achieving our research goal for the study
entitled "Effects of Poor Time Management Towards the Academic Performance of
Senior High School Students" as students enrolled in the Senior High School curriculum
at the University of Cebu - Maritime Education and Training Center. In order to gather
data, we would like to extend an invitation for you to take a survey. Your cooperation and
understanding are of utmost importance to us, as our study would not be possible without
your valuable input. We assure you that all responses will be treated with the highest
level of confidentiality.
We would be grateful for the time and effort you have dedicated to this research. Thank
you for your consideration. God blesses!
Respectfully yours:
APPENDIX B
Research Tool
The questions presented below are derived from the variables identified in the
related literature review. They will serve as a guide for gathering relevant information
from the participants, specifically addressing the research questions stated in the problem
statement.
Research Question:
Name (Optional):
1. Risk of academic
dishonesty
2. Facing academic
sanctions
3. Rushed decisions
4. Late-night cramming
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5.Rushed work
6. Difficulty in long-term
planning
7. Prioritizing leisure
activities over studying
8. Lower quality
assignments
9. Lower quality
presentation
10. Procrastination
APPENDIX C
INFORMED CONSENT
Introduction
I am a student at the University of Cebu taking up Senior High School - PBMS
Strand. I am currently conducting a study entitled: Effects of Poor Time Management
Towards the Academic Performance of Senior High School Students
In line with this, I am inviting you to be a respondent to this investigation and
request you to spare a few minutes of your time to answer this questionnaire honestly.
However, you do not have to decide today whether or not you will participate in the
research. Before you decide, you can talk to anyone you feel comfortable with about the
research. If there are contents in the questionnaire that you do not understand and find
ambiguous then feel free to contact the researcher. Rest assured that all the answers will
be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
Purpose of the research
Studying the Effects of Poor Time Management Towards the Academic
Performance the Senior High school students. In this investigation it aims to identify the
effects of poor time managements and how it affects academic performance.
Type of Research Intervention
This research will use (method) a corelational quantitative method.
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Participant Selection
We are inviting all the Senior High School students.
Voluntary Participation
Your participation in this research is entirely voluntary. It is your choice whether
to participate or not. Whether you choose to participate or not, it does not affect your
personal information and your relationship with the school and other people involved.
You may change your mind later and stop participating even if you agreed.
earlier and this will not be taken against you later on.
Procedures and Protocol
In this investigation you will be asked to answer a survey that will be
administered during your free time. It will be collected through a survey questionnaire.
You do not wish to answer some of the questions included in the questionnaire, you may
skip them and move on to the next question. The information recorded is confidential and
no one else except the researchers and my research adviser, will have access to survey
questionnaire. To ensure that you will have full grasp on the purpose of the study, the
proponent will first explain the study's objectives and the intended benefits of the
participants.
Duration
The research takes place in one month. During that time, you will be asked by the
researchers to answer the interview during your convenient time. If you answer the
questionnaire immediately, then it will take around five minutes to finish. Your
engagement as a respondent will only take once.
Risks
I am asking you to share or divulge your personal information which you may feel
uncomfortable answering with. There are also questions which might affect your
exhibition of those values, and you may feel uncomfortable talking to other topics. You
must know that it is you who will decide whether to give answers to all questions or you
may skip on some questions. You do not have to give reasons for not responding to any
question, or for refusing to take part in the survey.
Benefits
There will be no immediate and direct benefits to you, but the result of this study
will be beneficial to the future researchers.
Reimbursements
You will not be provided with any payment for taking part in the research.
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Confidentiality
Because something out of the ordinary is being done through research in the
educational institution that you are connected with, it might draw attention. If you
participate, other people in the organization and the society in general may ask questions.
I will not be sharing information about you. The information that I collect from
this research project will be kept confidential. Information about you and your perception
that will be collected from this research will be put away and no one but the researcher
will be able to see it. Any information about you will have a number on it instead of your
name. Only the researcher will know your number/contact information and I will lock
that information up with a lock and key. It will not be shared with or given to anyone
except my research adviser.
Sharing the Results
At the end of the study, I will be sharing what I have learned from the respondents
and with the community. I will do this by meeting first with the participants and then
with the larger community. Nothing that you answered in the questionnaire will be shared
with anybody outside the research. A written report will also be given to the participants
which they can share with their families. I will also publish the results in order that other
interested people may learn from this research.
Right to Refuse or Withdraw
You may choose not to participate in this study and do not have to take part in this
research if you do not wish to do so. Choosing to participate or not will not affect your
studies at the University of Cebu – Maritime Education and Training Center. You may
stop from participating in the survey at any time that you wish without either you losing
your rights here.
Who to Contact
If you have any questions, you can ask them now or later, even if the study has
started. If you wish to ask questions later, you may contact any of the following:
This thesis proposal has been reviewed and approved by my thesis panel, which is
a committee whose task is to make sure that researchers have properly conducted the
study. If you have any questions for my panel, please contact the University Research
Office.
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I have read the foregoing information, or it has been read to me. I have had
the opportunity to ask questions about it and any questions that I have asked to have
been answered to my satisfaction. I consent voluntarily to participate as a
participant in this research.
Print Name of Participant ________________________
Signature of Participant ________________________
Date ________________________
Day/month/year ________________________
If illiterate
A literate witness must sign (if possible, this person should be selected by
the participant and should have no connection to the research team). Participants
who are illiterate should include their thumbprint as well.
I have accurately read out the information sheet to the potential participant,
and to the best of my ability made sure that the participant understands that the
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Date ___________________________
Day/month/year _______________________
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APPENDIX D
Location Map
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CURRICULUM VITAE
PROFILE
Email: richardlagusjr@gmail.com
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Age : 27
Sex : Male
Civil Status : Single
Birth Place : Bacolod City
Birthdate : August 3, 1996
Religion : Roman Catholic
Parents : N/A
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
QUOTATIONS
“Research is no more fun but an extensive output to practicality.”
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CURRICULUM VITAE
PROFILE
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Age : 18
Sex : Male
Civil Status : Single
Birth Place : Cebu City
Birthdate : September 19, 2005
Religion : Roman Catholic
Parents : Reynald A. Aguilar, Lia N. Abaquita
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
QUOTATIONS
“Research is fun kung wala kay buhatonon.”
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CURRICULUM VITAE
PROFILE
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Age : 21
Sex : Male
Civil Status : Single
Birth Place : Cebu City
Birthdate : January 11, 2003
Religion : Roman Catholic
Parents : Catherine Bacasoy Daclan
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
QUOTATIONS
“A ship without a destination is like a man without ambition.”
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CURRICULUM VITAE
PROFILE
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Age : 17
Sex : Male
Civil Status : Single
Birth Place : Cebu City
Birthdate : May 8, 2006
Religion : Roman Catholic
Parents : Ritchie Mendoza, Maricar Joy Cabanes
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
QUOTATIONS
“Research is not hard, it’s difficult.”
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CURRICULUM VITAE
PROFILE
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Age : 21
Sex : Male
Civil Status : Single
Birth Place : Cebu City
Birthdate : August 7, 2002
Religion : Roman Catholic
Parents : Felix T. Panugaling, Ma.Bella G. Panugaling
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
QUOTATIONS
“Time is gold maong ato e prinda.”
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CURRICULUM VITAE
PROFILE
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Age : 19
Sex : Male
Civil Status : Single
Birth Place : Cebu City
Birthdate : December 4, 2006
Religion : Roman Catholic
Parents : Gomercindo Ylanan Jr., Jeaneth Montemayor
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
QUOTATIONS
“Research is fun kung ang maestro lami.”