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Effects of Duties to Academic Performance of Working Students among HUMSS

Strand in Cuenca Senior High School

A Research

Presented to

The Faculty of

Humanities and Social Sciences Department

In Partial Fulfilment

Of the Requirements

For Inquiries, Investigations and Immersion

Agravante, Arjoy

Chavez, Michelle

Escobia, Luke David

Loterte, Christine Mae

Torres, Jhaydee

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CHAPTER I

THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

INTRODUCTION

According to [Link] education is the cornerstone of society,

shaping people and communities. Over time, ideas and skills were passed

through various forms of teaching. However, education has evolved, from oral

traditions to the creation of modern schools.

Education is like a magic key that unlocks our full potential. Whether we’re

a kid or an adult, it gives us the knowledge and skills we need to do well in life.

Learning basics like reading and math or diving into complex subjects sets us up

for a lifetime of growth.

Investing in this pays off big time because it helps people work well and

grow their careers. When people are educated, it boosts a country’s edge in the

world market. This leads to more growth, fortune, and success.

However, based on [Link] economic reasons

play a crucial role. Families often rely on their children’s contributions to meet

household expenses or support siblings’ education. As such, students willingly

step into the workforce, driven by a deep-rooted sense of responsibility and

determination to help their families.

Many working students didn’t actively choose to work; rather, their

circumstances led them down that path from an early age. Often, these individuals

come from environments where financial stability is a constant struggle. Growing

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up in families facing economic hardships, the necessity to contribute becomes

ingrained in their lives early on.

They witness their guardians or parents working multiple jobs just to put

food on the table or keep a roof overhead. In such environments, the idea of

solely focusing on education is a luxury they cannot afford. For these students,

work isn’t a choice but a means of survival, ingrained in their upbringing and

molded by the realities of their circumstances.

Being a working student can have an impact on academic performance.

Studies have shown that working students may experience challenges in

managing their time, which can affect their academic performance. Additionally,

work can limit flexibility in students' schedules, leaving them vulnerable in

emergencies, and can also cause students' social lives and mental health to

suffer. However, it is important to note that not all studies have found a negative

impact on academic performance. Some studies have reported mixed results, with

a threshold of 10-25 hours per week of work being identified as a potential tipping

point. Furthermore, the impact of work on academic performance may vary

depending on factors such as work motivation, job satisfaction, and work-life

balance. Overall, while being a working student can pose challenges, it is possible

to find a balance between work and academics with proper support and

accommodations.

In view of this, the researchers wants to know the perception of HUMSS 11

and 12 working students about their study and work. They also want to explore

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the effects of the working student’s duties to their academic performance. In

addition, this will also tackle the possible ways on how the working students can

effectively balance their work duties and academic responsibilities to improve their

academic performance.

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CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK

The major concept in this study is to focused on Effects of Duties to Academic

Performance of Working Students among HUMSS Strand in Cuenca Senior High

School.

INPUT PROCESS OUTPUT

1. The demographic profile of •Survey Create a infographic

the respondents in the •Data gathering presenting to the

following aspects. •Research of right ways of using

•Type of Work thesis related to time management

•Number of Hours the topic •Internet for education and

2. The effects of working Browsing working.

student’s duties in academic •Data Analysis

performance. •Data

•Output Submission Interpretation

•Classroom Participation

•Attendance

3. Is there a significant effect

Figure 1
between profile of working
Research Paradigm
students and their academic

performance.

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Figure 1 shows the input variables which the working student’s duties by

selected Cuenca Senior High School students during face to face classes as well

as the learning strategies that students can apply for their effective learning. On

the other hand, the process column contains the survey, data gathering, research

of thesis related to the topic, internet browsing, data analysis, data interpretation.

And the last output variables contain the information of time management to

proposing a intervention plan for students and guiding them for learning

strategies.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

The aim of this paper is to identify the Effects of Duties to Academic Performance

of Working Students among HUMSS Strand in Cuenca Senior High School. It

seeks to answer the following questions:

1. What is the demographic profile of the respondents in the following

aspects?

1.1 Type of Work

1.2 Number of Hours

2. What are the effects of working student’s duties in academic

performance?

1.1 Output Submission

2.2 Classroom Participation

2.3 Attendance

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3. Is there a significant effect between profile of working students and their

academic performance?

4. What recommendations can be proposed to help Grade 11 and 12

HUMSS students effectively balance their work duties and academic

responsibilities to improve their academic performance?

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

The findings may serve as a guide to provide useful information to the

students, teachers, parents, and future researchers on how the duties of working

students impact the academic performance of Grade 11 and 12 HUMSS students

at Cuenca Senior High School.

Students - The research will help working student’s comprehension of how their

work duties influence their academic performance and could provide methods to

manage work and school obligations more efficiently.

Teachers - The research could help teachers recognize the struggles that working

students encounter and adjust their teaching methods to assist these students in

managing both their academic duties and work obligations.

Parents - The result could help parents in understanding how their child's job

responsibilities may affect their academic performance, enabling them to offer

better assistance in balancing time and obligations.

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Future researchers - The results of this study can be used as a guide for

individuals who want to understand the connection between work and academic

performance furthermore, and also it could provide a foundation for conducting

future research on related topic.

SCOPE AND LIMITATION OF THE STUDY

This study focuses on Effects of Duties to Academic Performance of

Working Students among HUMSS Strand in Cuenca Senior High School. It

answers the questions about the effects of working student’s duties that can earn

money by working and how does this working student’s duties can affect in the

academic performance of the students.

The study is limited only for Grade 11 and Grade 12 students studying at

Cuenca Senior High School that working student’s duties that can provide money

for their financial aid.

DEFINITION OF TERMS

Working Students - These are people who attend school at the same time as

having some form of employment whether as a part time or even a full time

employee.

Duties – These have to do with the roles and duties of working students as they

undertake their duties in their places of work.

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Academic Performance - Represents a student's overall success in their studies.

It's usually assessed through their grades, test scores, and other academic

measures. This performance reflects their ability to acquire knowledge, grasp

concepts, and apply what they've learned.

Type of Work - Refers to the specific kind of job working students hold. This can

range from service-oriented roles like retail or food service to administrative tasks

in offices, or even educational jobs like tutoring or teaching assistantships. Some

students might even pursue creative work, like freelance writing, graphic design,

or music instruction.

Number of Hours - The working students spend on their jobs each week is a

critical factor in understanding how their work might affect their academic

performance. The more hours they dedicate to their jobs, the less time they have

available for studying and other academic activities, which could potentially impact

their grades and overall success in school.

Output Submission - Refers to the specific things the research needs to produce.

This could include a full research paper analyzing the findings, a presentation

summarizing the results visually, a statistical analysis of the collected data, or

even in-depth case studies looking at the experiences of individual working

students. Classroom Participation - The engagement of learners in the learning

process within the classroom. This encompasses responding to questions,

participating in discussions, and other forms of group work.

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Attendance - The act of being present in a place or at an event most commonly in

the academic context. In this case it is used in tracking and evaluating the

reliability and commitment of students.

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