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PERCEPTIONS OF GRADE 11 STEM STUDENTS ON THE EFFECTS OF

CONSUMING CAFFEINE ON ACADEMIC INVOLVEMENT AT SAMUEL
CHRISTIAN COLLEGE OF GENERAL TRIAS, INC.

In partial fulfilment
of the requirements for the
ATS 3: Practical Research 1
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

CURBI, KRIZANTA LANCE R.

DELA CRUZ, MARSHEAN B.
ESCOREL, KIRSTEN JANE P.
GOMEZ, DON ANTONIO D.
MAALA, E-JHAY M.
RAMIREZ, TRISTAN S.
SALANDO, KIAN LOUIS D.
SAREZ, CRIS LAN PHILIP A.
Group 1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page i

Abstract of the Study v

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

Background of Study 03

Objectives of the Study 00

Conceptual Framework

Significance of the Study 00

Scope and Limitations 00

Definition of Terms 00

CHAPTER 2 LITERATURE REVIEW

First topic 00

Second topic 00

Synthesis 00

CHAPTER 3 METHODOLOGY

Research Design 00

Participants of the Study 00

Time and Place of the Study 00

Sampling Technique 00

Research Instrument 00

Data Collection and Management 00

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CHAPTER 4 RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS

First Specific Objective 00

Second Specific Objective 00

Third Specific Objective… 00

CHAPTER 5 SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Summary of Findings 00

Conclusions 00

Recommendations 00

References 00
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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study

One of the most well known substances consumed by students worldwide

is Caffeine. Based on a website, Caffeine is a natural substance that can be

found in fruits, leaves, and beans of plants like coffee and cacao. Other

beverages and foods such as tea, energy drinks, and chocolate contain caffeine

which is the common substance found in coffee. (Sade & Amber, 2021). Based

on an article, some students find caffeine helpful since they tend to consume this

substance because it enhances their alertness and makes them more energetic.

(Zahra R. et al., 2020) Moreover, when facing elevated stress levels such as

during exams, students often turn to caffeine in an attempt to enhance their

ability to concentrate. (Bonanni O. et al., 2022).

However, although caffeine helps students improve their cognitive

performance it also possesses adverse effects towards students overall sleep.

Based on a website called better health, as a stimulant, caffeine increases the

activity of the brain and nervous system and increases the body's circulation of

adrenaline. As a result, students who consume caffeine tend to have less hours

of sleep, often experience insomnia, and inability to sleep. (Bonanni O. et al.,

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2022). Caffeine intake can also be related to the academic performance of an

individual. Students who do not get enough sleep typically perform poorly

academically because they are less focused in class. Furthermore, during

examination week, students' caffeine consumption increases further, which can

result in fatigue and less enhanced memory.

The researchers will conduct this study exploring how Grade 11 STEM

students manage the potential effects of caffeine consumption on their academic

engagement through identification and analysis of coping mechanisms or

strategies. In order to conduct this study, the researchers will pick five (5)

respondents which will be interviewed during face to face classes.

Objectives of the Study

Generally, this study aims to determine the perception of Grade 11 STEM

students of Samuel Christian College towards the effect of caffeine consumption

on academic involvement in General Trias, Cavite.

This study specifically aims to:

1. Explore the experiences of Grade 11 STEM students regarding their

caffeine consumption and its perceived effects on their academic

involvement.
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2. Investigate the perceived impact of caffeine consumption on academic

performance and study habits among Grades 11 STEM students,

focusing on any observed changes or challenges in their academic

involvement.

3. Identify and analyze the coping mechanisms or strategies employed

by Grade 11 STEM students to manage the potential effects of

caffeine consumption on their academic engagement.

Conceptual Framework
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Figure 1. The Conceptual Framework of the Study

The framework shows the input, process, and output of this study to

determine perception of Grade 11 STEM students on the effects of consuming

caffeine on academic involvement in Samuel Christian College of General Trias,

INC. The researchers will conduct a face-to-face interview with five (5) selected

grade 11 STEM students at Samuel Christian College to gather their knowledge

regarding the effects of consuming caffeine on academic involvement. Given that

it will serve as a reliable guide and information source, an interview guide is

essential for the process of gathering and evaluating data gathered during

interviews. Given that it will serve as an effective guide and information source on

"Perception of Grade 11 STEM students on the effects of consuming caffeine on

academic involvement in Samuel Christian College of General Trias, INC." an

interview guide is important for the process of gathering and analyzing data

gathered from interviews. This research provides helpful insights toward how

Grade 11 STEM students see the effects of caffeine consumption on their

participation in school at Samuel Christian College of General Trias.

Significance of the Study

This study was conducted for it is highly relevant to the majority of STEM

students at Samuel Christian College and would provide insights regarding

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whether the effects of caffeine on the academic performance of students are

perceived as a contributing factor or not.

Beneficiaries of the study include:

The Students. This study will help students by identifying the contributions of

caffeine in enhancing their productivity and the impact that it may have on their

academic performance as well as offer self-awareness regarding their own

perception on caffeine.

The Teachers. As Educators, the study will benefit teachers by providing

information on the potential influence caffeine consumption may contribute to the

learning and well being of their students.

The Institution. The study will assist the institution by providing a better

understanding on how the effects of caffeine consumption is perceived by

students and teachers, which can then be included into how the curriculum

handles stress and health management.

The Future researchers. The study will serve as a reference for future

researchers who are conducting similar studies by providing insights on the

dietary habits of students, academic performance, and student perceptions on

the topic.
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Scope and Limitations of the Study

This study primarily focuses on the perception of grade 11 STEM students

in SCC-GTI S. Y. 2023-2024 on how caffeine affects the student’s academic

involvement. This study includes the observed changes as well as the insights

and experiences of the students in consuming caffeine before, during and after

studying. The study will carry out in-person interviews with a maximum of five (5)

participants from selected STEM students at SCC-GTI S. Y. 2022-2023. The

researchers will conduct the interview personally using the prepared

questionnaire and will gather the responses by voice recording and by writing.

Only grade 11 students in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and

Math) strand are included in this study; perspectives from other strands are not

collected.

This study does not include any topic aside from the effects of caffeine

consumption on the academic involvement of the selected grade 11 students at

SCCGTI. This study may encounter issues such as a lack of seriousness in the

respondent's response, unofficial and unreliable information, and lack of

knowledge; the researchers are not accountable for the responses provided by

the respondents. However, the perception of grade 11 STEM students at

SCCGTI regarding the impact of caffeine consumption on academic involvement

remains the primary focus of this study.

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Definition of Terms

Academic involvement. This is the capacity of students to participate in

their regular academic activities, such attending lectures, turning in assignments,

and paying attention to what their teachers are teaching in class. (Helyon, 2021).

Caffeine consumption. Refers to how much caffeine a student can take.

(Bonanni O. et al., 2022).

Caffeine. A naturally occurring stimulant, is mostly present in plants that

produce tea, coffee, and cocoa (Kathy, 2023)

Perception. Refers to the insight of students towards the effect of

caffeine intake. (Maqsood U. et al., 2020).

STEM students. The main variable in this study that integrates the areas

of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. ( Alexa, 2023 ).

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CHAPTER 2

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Introductory Statement

First Topic

The conceptual review is developmental and is arranged by topics. There

is no limit to the number of cited references but all should be relevant to the

objectives of the research study. Just make sure that sources of your supporting

data are properly cited using the CSE format and as much as possible your

sources should not be older than 5 years ago.

The arrangement of the topic should be from general to specific. Mostly,

these literatures are taken from books.

Second Topic

The conceptual review is developmental and is arranged by topics. There

is no limit to the number of cited references but all should be relevant to the

objectives of the research study.

Synthesis
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Establishing connections summarizing multiple sources and adding your

analysis of the RRL gathered.

CHAPTER 3
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METHODOLOGY
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Research Design

This section describes the design followed in the conduct of the study. The

methods used in the study will be specified. The technique used in collecting data

will be presented as well.

State here the particular type of research design (quasi-experimental,

experimental, or descriptive) of your proposed study. You may also include the

different levels/sets of groups under study and your sampling design.

Study Area (if applicable)

Participants of the Study

This section discusses in detail the characteristics of the respondent. The

population, their geographical or even socio-economic location, as well as the

reason for choosing them as participants for the study. The sampling procedure

or manner of selection shall also be discussed here.

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CHAPTER 4
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RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
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Subtitle of the first topic or problem

*presentation and interpretation of data

Example:

Results obtained show that soils from dumpsites recorded higher metal

(Cu, Zn, Cd, Pb) concentrations than their corresponding levels at the normal

farmland (Table 1). Soil samples collected from the dumpsite were found to

contain significantly (p<0.05) more metals than those collected from farmland.
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CHAPTER 5
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SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
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Summary of Findings

It discusses the summary of findings (Make sure to highlight only the most

significant or salient results from chapter 4 and do not simply copy exactly what is

written in the results.). There should be a brief statement about the main purpose

of the study.

Conclusions

The conclusion should be the direct answer to each of the specific

questions or objectives of the study. Each conclusion should be a qualitative

statement or without the use of the quantitative values of your findings.

Example: The investigated dumpsite soil of Smokey Mountain, Tondo,

Manila was found to have higher levels of metal concentrations compared to the

control. It further revealed that generally, plants grown on dumpsite soils can

accumulate more of toxic metals than plants grown in normal agricultural soil.

Heavy metal accumulation varies on the variety of plants and the heavy

metal contents of the soil. Muntingia calabura (tree), Zea mays (food crop), and

Corchorus notorious (shrub) were studied and it was revealed that parts of these

plants can accumulate heavy metals from soil, specifically, Cu, Zn, Cd, and Pb.

(You can also include here the implications of your research findings.)
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Recommendations

The following recommendations were drawn based on the results and

conclusions of the study:

1. Further study of other metals present in the dumpsite is suggested.

Studies may also be done in different seasons to see if weather or

temperature may affect the availability of heavy metal contents in

dumpsite soil.

2. Investigation on the plants studied to support the findings of its capability

as bioaccumulators, specifically, the Muntingia calabura (tree).

3. The effects of eating plants cultivated in the dumpsite may also be taken

into consideration by the next studies.

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