A Causal Model for Psycho-social Aspects of Science Learning Environment on Academic Performance of Secondary School Students in Region X, Philippines
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https://doi.org/10.17501/26307413.2020.3108Keywords:
academic performance, a causal model, and psychosocial aspects of the learning environmentAbstract
The study geared to develop a causal model for the psychosocial attributes of the learning
environment on Grade 10 students' science performance in secondary schools divisions of Region X,
Northern Mindanao. This study utilized descriptive correlational and causal-comparative research
design. A random sample of 1,123 Grade 10 students was utilized in this study. Data were analyzed
using descriptive statistics, Correlation, Regression, and Path Analyses. The results revealed that
students' performance in Science was found out of low mastery level. In terms of psychosocial
aspects, the students generally practiced their science activities in both laboratory and classroom
environments, possessed moderate confidence in their emotion and self-efficacy in chemistry, having
average science process skills, and were mentored by science teachers with very satisfactory
teaching ability. Classroom environment and teacher ability were the psychosocial aspects that
significantly correlated with performance. The best-fitting causal model on students' performance is
anchored on the classroom environment, supported by teachers' qualifications. A classroom learning
environment that is highly conducive can stimulate students' interest to enhance their science
learning. It is highly recommended that administrators and policymakers revisit curricular activities,
particularly on students' classroom learning environment in the teaching-learning process.
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