IMPROVING PUPIL'S MASTERY LEVEL IN SCIENCE THROUGH INTENSIVE REMEDIAL INSTRUCTION WITH THE USE OF STRATEGIC INTERVENTION MATERIALS (SIM)
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Cristeta B. Blanco proposes conducting an action research study to improve 4th grade students' mastery of science at Tomas Morato Elementary School in Quezon City, Philippines. Science is one of the lowest achieving subjects and is taught in English, which poses difficulties. Blanco aims to use Strategic Intervention Materials (SIM) and other audiovisual aids during intensive remedial instruction from August to March. The study would assess students' mastery before and after the intervention using SIM pre- and post-tests. If successful, the study could benefit students, teachers, parents, administrators, curriculum planners and future researchers.
IMPROVING PUPIL'S MASTERY LEVEL IN SCIENCE THROUGH INTENSIVE REMEDIAL INSTRUCTION WITH THE USE OF STRATEGIC INTERVENTION MATERIALS (SIM)
- 1. Division of Quezon City School District XIV Tomas Morato Elementary School Quezon City, Metro Manila IMPROVING PUPIL'S MASTERY LEVEL IN SCIENCE THROUGH INTENSIVE REMEDIAL INSTRUCTION WITH THE USE OF STRATEGIC INTERVENTION MATERIALS (SIM) Submitted By: CRISTETA B.BLANCO MT I
- 2. July 15,2014 The Principal Tomas Morato Elementary School T.Gener Street,Kamuning Quezon City Dear Mam: Science is one of the subjects in the elementary curriculum that scores low achievement in our school. As one goes up the ladder of education, one has to learn more about this field in order to improve our level of achievement. These mean that each individual must be equip with knowledge, gains understanding of different skills to be use Different processes in science such as describing, comparing, analyzing, and inferring to name a few. Since Science is taught in English, which makes our students find difficulty in grasping ideas, i thought i have make certain moves to make these burden a little lighter for our students. It is in this regard, that i would like to seek for your approval and recommendation to conduct an action research on " Improving Pupil's Poor Mastery In Science Grade IV Through Intensive Remedial Instruction Using Strategic Intervention Materials this Second Semester From August to March 2015. Thank you and God Bless. Respectfully Yours, CRISTETA B. BLANCO MT I
- 3. Department of Education NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION Division of Quezon City Schools District IV Tomas Morato Elementary School IMPROVING PUPIL'S MASTERY LEVEL IN SCIENCE THROUGH INTENSIVE REMEDIAL INSTRUCTION WITH THE USE OF STRATEGIC INTERVENTION MATERIALS (SIM) I. Proponent: Cristeta B. Blanco Master Teacher - I Tomas Morato Elementary School Kamuning ,Quezon City II. Background Of The Study Science is one the subjects in the elementary level are often seen at the bottom of the list of subjects that attained the low achievement level in the National Achievement Test. This caught my attention make me wonder what measures can i do to make this reality change for the better. Although Science for me is a very interesting subject, why is it that pupils got low mastery level. What can be the hindrance why our pupils got low mastery level? I know one thing is because of the language that is used the subject. English is the medium of instruction in teaching from Grade 3 to Grade 6. Another thing is the problem of visualizing concepts which are in English, to their level of understanding. How can these pupils learn concepts in developing their skills in observing, classifying, comparing, analyzing, at the same time. For the past few weeks, an observation of mine gave me a slight hint on what to do to help my students to achieve a high mastery in Science topics that was given to them. This is the use of ICT such as the SCIENCE INTERVENTION MATERIALS (SIM) and other audio visual materials.
- 4. III – Statement of the Problem: As the researcher of this research, I have found out that many of my pupils in Grade IV are able to read fluently, but still have the difficulty in answering “how” and “why” questions. These groups of pupils which I considered slow in the real sense of the word. They need a different set of learning materials which is designed specifically according to the areas which needs remediation. This material will be based from the results of the National Achievement Test, the least mastered test in Science will be the focused. Incorporating the understanding the different learning styles of my pupils, I’m looking forward to working on this area of concern, and my findings with my co-teachers. IV- Significance Of the Study: The significance of will be deemed important for the proper recognition of STRATEGIC INTERVENTION MATERIALS (SIM) on the academic performance of the Grade IV pupils, Likewise the findings of this research may prove useful to the : Pupil : Having a clearer view and firsthand experience of the teacher’s performance, this will further enhance pupils’s knowledge of the importance of mastering the basic skills of their competencies so they will make an effort to do best. This may lead To better enthusiasm and develop good study habit. Teacher : This study may heighten their awareness and teacher’s creativity in developing highly interesting strategic intervention materials that they can use and share with one another. This may further be a motivating factor to adapt measures and new strategies for the improvement of the pupils achievement level. Parents : The result of these study will serve as bird’s eye view of the parentto know the needs of their children with regards to thier academic achievement, School Administrator and Supervisors. Results of this investigation may encourage administrators and supervisors help their teachers upgrade their teaching performance in improving mastery of the basic competencies in Science through closer supervision and faculty development and training programs. Department of Education, NCR specifically Division of Quezon City Schools, with the use of the results of the study and any educational up-liftment will benefit the municipality as it may improve the quality of working force of the municipality of the quality of life of their respective constituents. Curriculum Planners. The findings of this study may assist the planners in the proper selection of methods, techniques and strategies that need to be reinforced. Community. The results of this study may benefit the community in as much they know that the teachers of their children are equipped with the necessary tools and competence in teaching them. Researcher Herself. This may serve as an inspiration in teaching his pupils above and beyond her capacity.
- 5. Future Researcher. The information and insights that will be gained from this study may serve as a guide for other researcher in framing their conceptual framework and design and at the same time encourage then to conduct lateral studies within their area of preferences. V- Scope of the Study The general focus of the present study was on the Improving the Mastery Level of the Grade IV pupils in Science IV of Tomas Morato Elementary School using STRATEGIC INTERVENTION MATERIALS, coupled with understanding the different learning styles of the pupils based from the results of the National Achievement Test. The aspects in improving the mastery level that the present study will look into different process approaches, such as predicting, comparing, classifying, analyzing, observing and describing. are shown on this research to improve their mastery level. VI- Research Design: A. Methodology: This study employs the pre-Experimental one shot study. According to De Jesus the pre experimental one group Pretest Posttest Study is the inclusion of pretest to determine baseline scores, we could compare mastery prior to the intensive instructional intervention and after the remedial instruction. We can now at least state whether a change in the outcome or dependent variable has taken place. Another tool is the use of the SIM posttest and pretest. This can determine student growth in the mastery of the skills. This provide will information of changes on how well her pupils gain mastery level. B. Sampling Design Purposive sampling was employed in selecting pupils-respondent of the study. The pupils that belong to the list who got the lowest mastery in Grade IV- Masunurin School Year 2014-2015. C. Description of Instrument Data and Gathering Form The SIM had a total of 15 questions divided into 3 parts. VI – Work Plan Pre- Implementation Date Activities ___________________ ____________________ ___________________ ____________________ During Implementation ___________________ ____________________ ___________________ ____________________ Post – Implementation ____________________ _____________________ ____________________ _____________________ Proposed Budget: Expected Expenses Proposed Budget Computer Ink: _________
- 6. Bond Papers: _________ Prepared by: CRISTETA B. BLANCO MT-I Noted: MARICRIS S. SANTOS Principal Recommending Approval: MERCURIA F. GANADEN MARIA PILAR O. CAPALONGAN District Supervisor Education Supervisor Approved: BETTY C.CAVO Assistant Schools Division Superintendent
- 7. Bond Papers: _________ Prepared by: CRISTETA B. BLANCO MT-I Noted: MARICRIS S. SANTOS Principal Recommending Approval: MERCURIA F. GANADEN MARIA PILAR O. CAPALONGAN District Supervisor Education Supervisor Approved: BETTY C.CAVO Assistant Schools Division Superintendent