Analyzing the factors affecting online student participation among Grade 12 Senior High School Students of the Univeristy of the Philippines Rural High School

Date

6-2023

Adviser

Ma. Grechelle Lyn D. Perez

Principal

Mabel S. Buela

Abstract

This research paper identifies the significant relationships between the frequency of student participation and the various factors affecting such during online classes amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. During the pandemic, community quarantine had to be mandated all over the country which consecutively pushed the education system to shift from a face-to-face setup to online. Semi-structured surveys were distributed to Grade 12 Senior High School students at the University of the Philippines Rural High School to gather perspectives on their rate of participation and its most influential factors. The data was analyzed using Chi-square Test of Independence and thematic analysis. The results revealed that student participation was frequently exhibited in the forms of preparation before classes, attendance, and interaction with peers, while less common acts of participation included contribution to the discussion and communication skills. Twelve significant relationships between the frequency of participation and affecting factors emerged—most being related to the impact of the instructor (in terms of attitude towards students and quality of content delivery) and student traits, specifically self-confidence. Though students’ interest in the subject and preparation before class did not appear to have any significant relationship with the frequency of participation, these factors are worth noting since they were frequently claimed by students to affect their participation. The rest of the significant relationships fell under the logistical and environmental factors, highlighting issues on poor internet connectivity and mode of learning. Though participation, specifically attendance, was still evidently affected by students’ external circumstances caused by the pandemic, the frequency of participation depended more on internal happenings within the student and in the class led and delivered by the teacher. Hence, this study presents insight and recommendations on modifying these related factors to optimize online student participation to the fullest, and furthermore shed light on students’ views of online student participation.

Language

English

LC Subject

Capstone

Location

University of the Philippines Rural High School

Document Type

Capstone

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