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A Research Paper
Presented to the Senior High School Faculty of
ACLC College of Ormoc City, Inc.
In Partial Fulfillment
Of the Requirements for the Inquiries, Investigation, and Immersion subject
Senior High School Department
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
By
Boholst, Clyde G.
Canonigo, Rhaya D.
Daz, Katrina L.
Paradañas, Kirstin C.
April 2024
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APPROVAL SHEET
This research paper entitled, “ACADEMIC PROCRASTINATION AND ITS
IMPASCT ON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACHIEVEMENT”
prepared, and submitted by: Clyde G. Boholst, Signe Ayne N. Calabia, Marian
Joy M. Calizar, Rhaya D. Canonigo, Katrina L. Daz, Selwyn D. Dela Peña,
Felip Van H. Pagadora, Kirstin C. Paradañas, in partial fulfillment of the
requirements for the subject in INQUIRIES, INVESTIGATION, AND
IMMERSION has been examined and recommended for acceptance and approval
for ORAL EXAMINATION.
RESEARCH COMMITTEE
___________________________
Research Adviser
JANICE D. AYA-AY
Chair
PANEL OF EXAMINERS
JANICE D. AYA-AY
Chair
Accepted and approved as partial fulfillment of the requirements for the subject in
INQUIRIES, INVESTIGATION, AND IMMERSION.
Date of Oral Examination PASSED/FAILED: April , 2024.
JUDIE ROSE C. ALICAYA, LPT
SHS Coordinator
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ABSTRACT
senior high school students at ACLC College of Ormoc, focusing on its influence on
tasks, is a widespread issue with potential negative effects on students' success. Academic
potential negative effects on students' success. The study aims to enhance understanding
approach, the study surveyed 200 senior high school students using the Academic
students’ grades and overall success. Despite this, students showed positive expectations
These results underscore the necessity for targeted interventions, such as workshops and
skills, and cultivate effective study habits among students. By understanding and
mitigating the impact of procrastination, educators and policymakers can create a more
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into its prevalence, causes, and effects, emphasizing the importance of proactive
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
With deep appreciation, we would like to thank everyone who contributed to the
completion of this research project on academic procrastination among senior high school
First and foremost, we would like to express our gratitude to the 200 senior high school
students who took part in the survey. Their considerate help, time and wisdom were
We would also like to acknowledge the invaluable guidance and supervision provided by
Ms. Tine Matuguina, our adviser for inquiries, investigations, and immersion, and Ms.
Trisha Domasin, our adviser for research, their expertise and encouragement greatly
We would also like to express our gratitude to our families and friends for their
understanding, encouragement, and patience during the course of this project. Their
Finally, we thank the authors of the Academic procrastinating and Achievement Survey
(APAS) for creating a thorough tool that allowed us to reliably and effectively assess
procrastinating behaviors.
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We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone mentioned above for their
significant contributions and support. This research would not have been achieved
without your commitment and involvement. Thank you for being an important part of this
journey to better understand and manage academic procrastination among senior high
school students.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE PAGE i
APPROVAL SHEET ii
ABSTRACT iii
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT iv
TABLE OF CONTENTS v
LIST OF TABLES vi
Chapter Page
I INTRODUCTION
Definitions of Terms
II THEORETICAL BACKGROUND
Theoretical Framework
Conceptual Framework
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Research Method
Research Design
Research Environment
Sampling Method
Research Respondents
Research Instruments
Research Procedures
DATA
RECOMMENDATIONS
BIBLIOGRAPHY
APPENDICES
Transmittal Letter
Consent Form
Questionnaire
Result
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Chapter I
INTRODUCTION
implications for senior high school students' academic performance. It investigates the
prevalent issue of procrastination, its features, and the potential impact on students'
academic performance, with a specific emphasis on senior high school. The chapter's
thorough research strives to explain the prevalence, causes, and effects of academic
student results.
widespread issue that affects students at all educational levels. The widespread
critical to comprehend in the context of high school, where students encounter different
a widespread problem that affects students at all educational levels. The act of
procrastination, characterized by the intentional delay of tasks despite the initial intent to
complete them, is a prevalent behavior cutting across all age groups (Steel, 2007).
Procrastination has become an increasing problem among high school students due to its
school students. The shift from primary to high school often involves increasing
academic obligations,a wider range of subjects, and higher expectations, all of which can
extent to which high school students engage in procrastinatory behavior and the
academic procrastination has been linked to worse grades, higher stress, and reduced
Despite the existing studies on academic procrastination, there is still a need for
and treating procrastination at this age can have long-term implications for youngsters'
procrastination among high school students, pinpoint the causes, and investigate the
educators who are attempting to create a more productive learning environment for high
school students.
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This study aims to identify the relationship between academic procrastination and
1.) What is the demographic profile of the Senior High School Students in terms of
i. Gender
2.) What is the frequency of academic procrastination among Senior High School
students?
3.) What is the level of students’ expectations on their capability of completing their
academic tasks?
achievement?
5.) Based on the result, what could be the possible intervention to reduce academic
This study holds significant value for students, schools, and the broader research
community. It has the potential to influence individual study habits, school policies, and
important reminder for students who frequently put off academic tasks. The study can
and overall achievement. This understanding can be a great motivator to modify their
study routines and views toward education. It can also teach students how to overcome
For Schools: The findings of this study can be quite beneficial in establishing the
schools to implement customized courses or workshops to address the issue. These may
include time management sessions, stress management strategies, and even one-on-one
For further Researchers: This study can serve as a basis for further research into
academic procrastination. It could provoke new study issues, such as the function of
influence of parental views. It can also assist refine or challenge existing theories on
This study will focus on high school students across ACLC College of Ormoc,
Inc. The target population will include students from various grades within the high
school level. To comprehend the frequency and patterns of procrastinatory behaviors, the
research will investigate the prevalence of academic procrastination among high school
students.
Definition of Terms
Academic Achievement:
Academic achievement refers to the level of success a student attains in their academic
endeavors, typically measured by grades, test scores, and overall academic performance.
Academic Procrastination:
Impact:
In this context, impact refers to how academic procrastination affects multiple aspects of
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senior high school students' academic lives, including performance, grades, overall
Chapter II
THEORETICAL BACKGROUND
academic performance. This chapter seeks to explore and consolidate recent studies that
Foreign Studies
academic success. Balkis and Duru (2016) conducted a study revealing that
Bytamaret et al. (2017) and Schraw et al. (2007) further support the negative correlation
procrastination. Fernie et al. (2017) and Steel (2012) differentiate between active
doubt, inability to delay gratification, and the tendency to attribute challenges to external
factors.
Local Studies
Studies conducted in the local context have also shed light on the prevalence and
Reda (2015) emphasizes the critical role of education in achieving success and
survival in the world. Reda highlights the importance of addressing students' conduct to
has delved into the neural correlates of procrastination, particularly focusing on the
student performance.
requirements. This study provides insights into the contextual factors that contribute to
students.
Filipino culture and its consequences for efficiency and productivity. This cultural
perspective sheds light on the societal influences that may exacerbate procrastination
Theoretical/Conceptual Framework
Steel, 2006, a researcher in the field of behavioral economics and motivation. TMT seeks
to explain human motivation and behavior regarding goal pursuit and task completion
over time. It posits that motivation is influenced by the interaction between three key
Chapter III
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
academic procrastination among high school students and its impact on their academic
achievement. The research design, participants, data collection procedures, and analysis
approaches are thoroughly expounded to ensure transparency and credibility in the study.
Research Method
research entails examining a specific issue through research questions, design, and
information analysis.
Research Design
prevalence, features, and risk factors for academic procrastination among senior high
factors, the study aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of this phenomenon within
Research Environment
environment for studying academic procrastination among senior high school students.
Sampling Method
group being studied has an equal chance of being chosen for the study, thus decreasing
Research Respondents
The respondents for this study are 200 senior high school students who are
identified as academic achievers at ACLC College of Ormoc. These students are selected
based on their academic performance and achievements. Ensuring that respondents are
Research Instrument
The instrument used in this study is researcher made. We picked this as our
instrument as its questions in the given questionnaire relates and answers to the question
Research Procedures
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The researchers obtained permission from the senior high school coordinator at ACLC
College of Ormoc to conduct their survey. They identified and selected 200 senior high
Participants were told about the research's purpose and their rights, ensuring that they
Survey (APAS) was used to evaluate procrastination and its effects on academic
Post-Data Gathering
The researchers analyzed the obtained data to better understand the prevalence and
emphasis on treating root reasons and providing resources and support. The study
Chapter IV
This chapter provides the presentation of statistical data relative to the problems
posted in the SOP. The corresponding analysis and interpretation of data are incorporated
Table 1.1 What is the demographic profile of the Senior High School Students in
terms of:
Gender
FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
FEMALE 81 40.5
Table 1.1 shows the distribution of male and female respondents of the study.
Almost three-fifths (59.5%) of the total respondents were male while the remaining two-
Table 1.2
Grade level
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FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
Table 1.2 shows the distribution of grade 11 and 12 students who responded to
this study. Half (50%) of the respondents were grade 11 students and the other half (50%)
Table 1.3
Academic Performance
FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
POOR 3 1.5
FAIR 23 11.5
EXCELLENT 22 11.0
More than half (55.5%) of the respondents have good academic performance.
Around one-fifths (20.5) have very good academic performance while more than one-
tenths have fair (11.5%) and excellent (11%), and the remaining 1.5% have poor
academic performance.
School students?
FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
OFTEN 46 23.0
SOMETIMES 94 47.0
RARELY 37 18.5
Table 2 shows the frequency of the senior high schools’ academic procrastination.
Almost half (47%) of the respondents answered “sometimes” when asked about their
rarely procrastinate. 8.5% of them almost always procrastinate while the remaining 3%
FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
NEUTRAL 39 19.5
DISAGREE 2 1.0
academic tasks. Almost three-fifths (57.5%) of the respondents agreed, almost one-fifths
strongly agreed (22%) and answered “neutral” (19.5%), and the remaining 1% disagreed.
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FREQUENCY PERCENTAGE
AGREE 95 47.5
NEUTRAL 71 35.5
DISAGREE 4 2.0
Almost half (47.5%) of the students agreed that their practice of procrastination
has influenced their academic achievement. On the other hand, less than two-fifths
(35.5%) answered “neutral” while one-tenths (10.5%) strongly agreed. The remaining 2%
Based on the result, what could be the possible intervention to reduce academic
Determine and deal with the underlying causes of procrastination. Given that over
half of the respondents acknowledged that they occasionally procrastinate, it's critical to
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may be used as interventions to assist students in identifying and overcoming factors that
lead to procrastination.
Moreover, offer resources and support. Students who agreed or strongly agreed that
procrastination has an impact on their academic performance may find it helpful to have
Overall, senior high school students' academic procrastination can be decreased by using
a many-sided approach that tackles the root causes of the behavior while encouraging
Chapter V
from these findings, and actionable recommendations based on the study's outcomes
regarding academic procrastination among senior high school students at ACLC College
of Ormoc.
Summary of Findings
among senior high school students at ACLC College of Ormoc. Initially, the
respondents, with males representing almost three-fifths (59.5%) and females constituting
grade levels, with half (50%) of respondents from grade 11 and the other half (50%) from
good performance, while smaller proportions demonstrate very good (20.5%), fair
students' expectations regarding their capability to complete academic tasks, with almost
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three-fifths (57.5%) of respondents agreeing they are capable, 22% strongly agreeing,
Furthermore, the findings explore the relationship between procrastination and academic
fifths (35.5%) remain neutral, while 10.5% strongly agree. A small percentage (2%)
among senior high school students must be multifaceted and targeted. Addressing the
peer mentorship programs or academic advisors, can offer students the guidance and
encouragement they need to stay on track and manage their workload efficiently.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this study sheds light on the significant impact of academic procrastination
on the achievement of senior high school students. Several major findings have emerged
patterns can have long-term benefits for students' overall well-being and achievement.
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to address it can help educators, school administrators, and policymakers foster a more
conducive learning environment that encourages senior high school students' academic
Proposed solutions are based on the study's findings, which showed a negative correlation
achievement:
Recommendations
Proposed solutions are based on the study's findings, which showed a negative correlation
achievement:
emphasize time management techniques and are especially suited to the requirements of
seniors in high school. These seminars can offer useful tips on how to properly manage
relevant, and time-bound) goals and to frequently evaluate their progress. By encouraging
accountability and drive, this practice helps lessen the tendency to procrastinate.
and students on a regular basis to pinpoint areas that need improvement and adjust
REFERENCES
Foreign Literature
Balkis, M., & Duru, E. (2016). Prevalence of procrastination and its associations with academic
Bytamaret, T., et al. (2017). The relationship between academic procrastination and academic
Fernie, B. A., et al. (2017). Motivational pathways to academic delay of gratification in college
Kurtovic, A., et al. (2019). Procrastination, motivation, and well-being: A mediation model.
Schraw, G., et al. (2007). Academic procrastination and statistics anxiety. Assessment &
Steel, P. (2012). The procrastination equation: How to stop putting things off and start getting
Tuckman, B. W. (1991). The development and concurrent validity of the Procrastination Scale.
Local Literature
Delgado, R. (2014). Procrastination and its impact on academic performance among high school
Junio, A. A., & Liwag, M. M. (2016). Factors influencing academic achievement among Filipino
Kane, L. (2018). Exploring the role of emotions, personality, and self-control in academic
study among high school students in Metro Manila. Journal of Philippine Education,
66(1), 56-68.
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