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CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE STRATEGIES FOR ELEMENTARY TEACHERS’
A Thesis
Presented to
The Cebu Technological University
Moalboal Cebu Campus
Moalboal, Cebu
In Partial Fulfillment
of the Requirements for
the Degree of
MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION
Major in Administration and Supervision
MYRON S. TIMTIM
August 2019
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APPROVAL SHEET
This Thesis with the title ”CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE STRATEGIES FOR
ELEMENTARY TEACHERS’” is prepared and submitted by MYRON S. TIMTIM in partial
fulfillment for the degree of MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Administration and
Supervision” has been recommended for acceptance and approval for ORAL EXAMINATION.
THESIS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ROSEIN A. ANCHETA, JR., ASEAN Eng, D.M., Ph.D
Chairman
REBECCA DC. MANALASTAS, Ph.D
Co- Chair
GLYNNE P. BATE, Dev. Ed. D SEVERINA P. VELOS,Dev.Ed. D
Adviser Statistician
ADORACION A. LAWAS,Ed.D MARIVEL B. GO, Dev. Ed. D
Censor Member
ADRIAN P. YBAÑEZ DVM,MBA,PhD,Dip PCHPH, CBO
Member
PANEL OF EXAMINERS
Approved for the Panel of Examiners of Oral Examination with a rating of_________.
ROSEIN A. ANCHETA, JR., ASEAN Eng, D.M., Ph.D
Chairman
REBECCA DC. MANALASTAS, Ph.D
Co- Chair
GLYNNE P. BATE, Dev. Ed. D SEVERINA P. VELOS,Dev.Ed. D
Adviser Statistician
ADORACION A. LAWAS,Ed.D MARIVEL B. GO, Dev. Ed. D
Censor Member
ADRIAN P. YBAÑEZ DVM,MBA,PhD,Dip PCHPH, CBO
Member
Accepted and Approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements in Education 699 for the
Degree of MASTER OF ARTS IN EDUCATION major in Administration and Supervision.
Comprehensive Examination : PASSED
Date of Design Hearing : August 16, 2019
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ELDIE V. ABENIDO, Ed.D
Campus
Director
CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE STRATEGIES FOR ELEMENTARY TEACHERS’
MYRON S. TIMTIM
[email protected]
Cebu Technological University- Moalboal Campus
DR. GLYNNE P. BATE
[email protected] Cebu Technological University- Moalboal Campus
ABSTRACT
The main purpose of the study is to determine how frequent and useful the
classroom discipline strategies used by Elementary Teachers. This study employed
descriptive method of research to assess the frequency and usefulness of classroom
discipline strategies of elementary schools in Moalboal District as basis for an action
plan. Conducted in School Year 2019-2020, it utilized an adopted questionnaire in
gathering data. Using Percentage, Weighted Mean and Pearson-Product Correlation
Coefficient. Respondents were mostly 40-49 years old composed of 20 or 38 percent
and majority of them were females composed of 46 or 88 percent. A lot of them were
Bachelors degree with masteral units composed of 34 or 65 percent. While the years
they are in service, most of them were 11-20 years composed of 18 or 35 percent.
About their position a lot of them were teacher 3 composed of 19 or 36 percent and
from the school head were school principal 1 composed of 2 or 67 percent. Talking
about the assessment of classroom discipline, With regards to frequency from the
teachers, the average rating obtain is 3.05 which range belong to Often. From the
school head, the average rating obtain is 3.33 which range belongs to Always. This
implies that School Head have higher perception on the usage of the strategies. In
dealing with usefulness with the same classroom discipline strategies. With regards to
usefulness from the teachers, the average rating obtain is 3.21 which range belong to
Useful. Talking about usefulness again from the school head, the average rating obtain
is 3.17 which range belongs to Useful. It is suggested that the proposed action plan be
implemented.
Keywords: Classroom discipline strategies, frequency and usefulness, utilization
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The researcher extends his gratitude to the people who have contributed to the
success of his research endeavor.
The Divine Providence, for his wisdom and guidance during the researcher’s
ordeal in finishing his work.
The University President, Dr. Rosein A. Ancheta, for his efforts in extending the
advance studies especially to the Cebu Masterands.
The Graduate School Professors, Dr. Eldie V. Abenido CTU Moalboal Campus
Administrator, and Dr. Severina P. Velos Chairman of the Graduate School, for the love
and concern to the Graduate School students.
Members of the panel of examiners, Dr. Rebecca DC Manalastas, Dr. Adoracion
A. Lawas, Dr. Marivel B. Go, Dr. Adrian P. Ybanez for sharing their expertise in the
realization of this study.
Dr. Glynne P. Bate, the researcher’s adviser for her countless help and
encouragement.
Mrs. Flordelina G. Redoble, Mrs. Esther C. Ridaza, Mr. Vicente Erojo for allowing
the researcher to conduct his study.
His family for undying support.
His colleagues in Lanao Elementary School for the encouragements when he
needed the most.
The Researcher
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DEDICATION
The humble work is sincerely dedicated
To
My beloved Parents
Hermenia Gador Saac & Raul Lagada Timtim
My Siblings
William, Arwen, Marlon, Rose ann, Raymon, Jeramie, Rosymae, Charlie, Jovert
My Nieces and Nephews
My Relatives, Friends and Mentors
My Co- Teachers in Lanao Elementary School
Whose encouragements and immeasurable support inspired the researcher to
endure the ups and downs that he has been through in making this research.
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MYRON
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE PAGE i
APPROVAL SHEET ii
ABSTRACT iii
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT iv
DEDICATION v
TABLE OF CONTENTS vi
LIST OF TABLES viii
LIST OF FIGURES ix
CHAPTER PAGES
1. THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE 1
INTRODUCTION 1
Rationale of the Study 1
Theoretical Background 3
THE PROBLEM 9
Statement of the Problem 9
Hypothesis 10
Significance of the Study 10
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 12
Method 12
Flow of the Study 13
Environment 14
Respondents 16
Instrument 16
Procedure 17
Treatment of Data 17
Scoring Procedure 18
DEFINITION OF TERMS 19
2. PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION 21
RESPONDENT GROUP’S PROFILE 21
Extent is the Frequency and Usefulness of Teachers’
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in Classroom Discipline Strategies 27
Classroom Awareness
27
Behavior Modification 29
Reality Therapy 32
Discipline with Love 34
Distinctive Method 36
Incentive Method 38
Assertive Method 40
Summary on the Assessment of Classroom Discipline
Strategies 43
Test of Significant Relationship 45
Action Plan 49
Sample Training Matrix Design 51
3. SUMMARY, FINDINGS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION 54
SUMMARY 54
FINDINGS 54
CONCLUSION 56
RECOMMENDATION 57
BIBLIOGRAPHY 58
APPENDICES 63
A. Transmittal Letter for School Head of
Lanao Elementary School 64
B. Transmittal Letter for School Head of
Tunga Elementary School 65
C. Transmittal Letter for School Head of
Moalboal Central Elementary School 66
D. Letter to the Respondents 67
E. Questionnaire 68
CURRICULUM VITAE 73
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LIST OF TABLES
Table Page
1 The Respondents 16
2 Respondents Profile 22
3 Performance Level of Teachers 26
4 Classroom Awareness 29
5 Behavior Modification 31
6 Reality Therapy 33
7 Discipline with Love 35
8 Distinctive Method 38
9 Incentive Method 40
10 Assertive Discipline 42
11 Summary of Assessment of the Classroom Discipline Strategies 43
12 Significant Relationship between the Respondents Profile
and frequency of Classroom Discipline Strategies 46
13 Significant Relationship between the Respondents Profile
and usefulness of Classroom Discipline Strategies 47
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14 Proposed Action Plan 50
15 Sample Training Matrix Design 51
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure Page
1 Theoretical Framework of the Study 4
2 Flow of the Study 13
3 Location of the Study 15
