A Study on how to Improve the study habits of Highschool Students of Holy

Redeemer School of Cabuyao

A research paper submitted to

Ms. Roselyn Barcoma
In partial fulfillment of the course
English X

By:
Kristine Abelarde,
Pauline Tan,
Blaise Bagaindoc,
Betina Alayon,
Kirsten Ignacio,
and Sofia Arupo
December 14, 2022
Table of Contents

Chapter 1
Introduction

1.1 Introduction/Background of the study …………………………………………………. 1

1.2 Statement of the Problem ………………………………………………………………. 2
1.3 Significance of the Study ………………………………………………………………. 3
1.4 Assumptions of the Study ……………………………………………………………… 4
1.5 Scope and Delimitations ……………………………………………………………….. 5
1.6 Definition of Terms …………………………………………………………………….. 6
 Chapter I
The Problem and its Background

1.1 Introduction/Background of the Study

Study habits play an important role in the acquisition of knowledge and perceptual abilities.
Study habits reveal how much a person will learn and how far they desire to go. All of this can
be determined by one's study habits throughout one's life. As a result, it is considered that study
habits are associated with academic achievements. Students with good study habits are more
likely to: attend classes frequently and do so on time. It also assists students in completing tasks
on time, reading or preparing thoroughly for tests and exams, taking notes and developing the
topics independently, and asking pertinent questions in class; thus, having strong study habits can
help students earn higher scores. Bad study habits maintains that creating excellent study habits
in school can help students succeed in class and achieve higher grades.

The seriousness with which a student approaches his or her studies considerably influences his
or her level of academic achievements. The level of preparation and learning strategies
established and applied intentionally by students has a significant impact on their academic
achievements. Thus, one of the most important learning elements that greatly determines
students' academic achievements is study habit. Studying entails very active behavior over a
period of time. To put it another way, reading is essential for good learning. Over time, one must
compare, memorize, and test themselves.

This research paper tackles about the potential impacts of students' better study habits.

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1.2 Statement of the Problem

The problems associated with study habits have a major effect on students academic
performance, it is believed that everyone has a different study habit, and it is important to find
out the best way to study.The issues with study habits may have a significant impact on students'
academic achievement. Poor academic performance is a common issue among students, and not
all of them can immediately grasp the topics that have been discussed. Good reading and study
habits must be developed by the student if they want to do well. Today's parents frequently put
pressure on their kids to perform well and retain their high marks without taking into account the
possibility that doing so can make their childrens vulnerable to instability, which is one of the
reasons why students have poor study habits. Due to the influence of the mass media, students do
not show much interest in reading books; magazines, and journals, among others. Parents and
teachers have recently voiced their displeasure with their children's lack of reading habits.
Perhaps one of the numerous problems facing students today is not their incapacity to read but
rather their lack of interest, which results in poor study attitudes, poor reading approaches, and
poor study abilities. Moreover, some students may not take notes in class, which interferes with
their ability to manage their time and study for exams or quizzes. to prevent these detrimental
consequences on students' academic performance, this study proves that , applying homework,
participating in group study, taking notes, studying with friends, having time management, and
preparing for tests are all elements that can encourage study behavior to improve students'
academic performance.

1.) How is poor academic performance a common issue among students?

2.) What are the common factors that affect the study habits of students?
3.) How can students improve their study habits?
4.) What are the common impacts of having good study habits?
5.) Do students keep up with their study habits?
6.) Do students nowadays still have their study habits?
7.) Which effect weighs more, the positive, or the negative?
8.) Does having improved study habits improve students academic performance?

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1.3 Significance of the study

This study aimed to provide valuable information on how to improve study habits of
Highschool students of Holy Redeemer School of Cabuyao. The following will be the
beneficiaries of the study:

STUDENTS, improving study habits may help them develop a much better understanding
and memorizations when studying. It could be an aid in making them a fast learner; critical
thinkers, make them think out of the box, and enhance their skills. It may improve the academic
achievements of students and deepen their conceptual understanding. Improving study habits
may also help them to be less stressed when studying, which can make studying a very easy task
for them to do.

TEACHERS, the results of the study may encourage them to improve their study habits as an
additional approach in teaching. By improving study habits, teachers may meet the needs of 21st
century learners. Teachers may also be more focused and have a much easier way of teaching
and learning.

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS, this study may provide them with insights on the
development of educational situation regarding the importance of improving study habits of HS
students of HRSC, which may give them idea to conduct programs, activities or seminars that
will equip their teachers and students to such new strategy.

CURRICULUM DEVELOPERS, this study may be used as a reference or basis in

developing the curriculum in secondary education, especially in improving study habits. They
can include activities designed to improve study habits, talk in the modules.

FUTURE RESEARCHERS, the results of this research may be a basis for further studies
and can be used as related literature.

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1.4 Assumptions of the Study

The study on how to improve the study habits of High School students in Holy Redeemer
School of Cabuyao. The researchers believe that this study will yield the following results,
That the following are good study habits:

1. Behavior modification

We, the researchers, believe it is best to alter or adapt your habit when it comes to studying.
Think less about putting things off or about how difficult this particular subject is and how you're
just going to give up on it.

2. Takignga break

We, the researchers, believe that there is also a time for resting. Students should avoid studying
for more than an hour without a break. By doing this, they will lose their motivation in studying.
Sometimes, memorizing a lot of formulas in math and science, vocabulary words for their
English subject, and so forth will make their head ache. So it’s better to take some small breaks.

3. Taking notes

It is best for students to take notes while the teachers are discussing a lesson. This will help them
focus on class and somewhat summarize what they hear and clarify their thinking. This enhances
their comprehension and helps them recall later memories of the knowledge.

4. Organizing notes

It is best to organize your notes if you’re going to study. Through this, it will help them study
easily. So they won’t have any difficulty in studying later on.

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 5. Actively recalling information.

They should not stress themselves out with memorization. They may review the notes they need
to memorize while their classmates ask them questions in their notes. Or try to visualize their
notes by doing the “photographic memory” method.

6. Avoid studying when you’re sleepy.

It’s a bad idea to study while you’re sleepy. Their brain will be needing time to store information.
To avoid being sleepy, it is best to step out of their comfort zone. Posture is also a must; if your
body is not in a straight posture, this will also be the cause why you’re sleepy. Stay hydrated,
water helps you stay awake.

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1.5 Scope and Delimitations
The focus of the study is to identify the major effects of study habits on students academic
performance and how to improve the study habits of junior high school students in this school.
The study is limited to 80 junior high school students of the school year 2022-2023 in Holy
Redeemer School of Cabuyao.

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1.6 Definition of Terms

To understand our terms used in the study, here are the list of definitions for clearer
understanding:

1. Study Habits (n.) - an action/s taken by students to ease their learning process.
2. Achievement (n.) - a type of goal one pursues to claim as a trophy or award.
3. Seriousness (n.) - a deep act that is the result of high concentration and focus.
4. Displeasure (n.) - feeling of disapproving/disliking one's action/personality/appearance.
5. Attitude (n.) - a characteristic in a person which defines them as a character as a whole.
6. Modification (n.) - an action of modifying something.
7. Strategy (n.) - an action plan to achieve major goals.
8. Adapt (n.) - to make something suitable for.