IMPACT OF THE FINANCIAL STRESS ON STUDENT’S ACADEMIC
PERFORMANCE
AN INITIAL ACTION RESEARCH PROPOSAL
Presented to the Faculty of College of Teacher Education
OCCIDENTAL MINDORO STATE COLLEGE
Mamburao Campus
In Partial Fulfilment of the Requirement for the Subject
FIELD STUDY 2: PARTICIPATION AND
TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIP
JOVIE M. DOCTOR
December 2023
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Components
Title Page
Table of Contents
Context and Rationale
Action Research Question
Proposed Innovation, Intervention Strategy
Action Research Method
Action Research Work Plan
Cost Estimate
Plan for Dissemination and Utilization
References
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Context and Rationale
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It is well understood that if students are to maximize their academic potential, they will need
the full support of their families. Efforts to increase family participation in education are in
government, administrators, teachers, and family organizations around the world (Scott, 2003).
Families are expected to play a role not only in improving their children's achievement, but also,
more broadly, in improving schools and promoting democracy in schools. Academic success
depends on many factors and these factors can have both positive and/or negative effects on a
child's ability to remain motivated and successful in school. For children living in poor urban
environments, the challenges are increased when it comes to succeeding in school (Murray &
Malmgren, 2005). Many studies summarize the challenges faced by young students in poor rural
communities. These studies show the challenges of high rates of family and neighborhood
violence and crime, the increase in mental illness, poor schools, and many family problems that
can interfere with life. Children's adjustment and success in school and in other areas. of their
lives. life. The need for social and economic change in our country is no excuse for maintaining
the status quo in schools. Thirty years of research has shown that schools can improve
education and other measures of achievement for children living in poverty (Barr and Parrett,
2007; Education Trust, 2002; Teddlie and Stringfield, 1993). As Horace Mann said, public
education is the highest institution of the world and can shape the minds and hearts of young
people. It's still our best hope. Although improving public education will not be enough to
eliminate poverty, it is nevertheless an important part of the solution.
Action Research Question
This study aims to know how financial problems affect the students learning.
Specifically, this study sought to answer the following questions:
1. What causes financial stress among students?
2. What is the effect of financial pressure on student education?
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3. What is the effect of financial stress on students' academic performance?
4. What can be done to solve the problem of financial stress among students?
Proposed Innovation, Intervention Strategy
First, we will conduct a survey to determine the financial status of students. The most desirable
student for this program is a person with low grades. We will conduct parent screening and will
require teacher approval for each section. Next, we will encourage the community, parents,
guardians and school administrators to join hands and help by asking for donations for the "School
Donation Program". Sponsors and volunteers are welcome to donate to student needs such as
snacks/meals, school supplies and monetary donations. Then, after collecting the data on the
financial situation of the students, these students are included in the list to participate in the
program and also receive grants during the period of the program. School staff can help prepare
and distribute the gift. In this way, we can determine the effect of financial pressure that affects
the academic performance of students during the study period after the program.
Action Research Method
This study will use a descriptive method to collect data about the behavior and
performance of the students after the program which will be evaluated using educational tools.
Participants / other data sources.
A. Participants/Other Sources of Data
In this case study, the researcher first developed a definition of academic performance
based on scientific literature and personal reflection. Any type of students involved in the
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classroom after the program, the study that makes different behavior and behavior with the
teacher and other students, is very important for this during the holidays and vacation.
B. Data Gathering Methods
After the program was done for the students, plans were made for lunch time. Agreement
has been reached on the implementation of the proposed actions. The duration of the planning
practice varies depending on the student's situation, but it lasts at least one month. Following the
implementation of the activity plan in the classroom, a survey is conducted to assess students'
opinions about the activity plan. The survey included ten items rated on a Likert scale based on
the participant's level of agreement with each item (1 being the lowest agreement and 5 being
the highest agreement).
C. Data Analysis Plan
After reflecting on the experience, the teachers who participated in the experiment
recorded their thoughts in writing, providing feedback and changes to the lesson plans, student
comments and other comments.
Action Research Work Plan
This table shows the work plan of this action research.
Action Research Work Plan
Activities to STUDENT’S ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Title
Impact of the
Financial Stress on
Student’s Academic
Performance
Objectives
Activities /
Individuals
Programs
Involved
To promote the Explaining
Students and
idea that they the objectives Teacher
are attainable and procedure
to everyone.
for
each
activity
to
students.
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Success
Indicators
Students will
know how to
demonstrate
achievement
during class.
To provide an Asking
for Students and The students
easy marking.
students
Teacher
have
an
participation
opportunity
by name.
to
connect
themselves to
their
classmates.
To encourage Giving them Students and Students will
students to take time to reflect Teacher
know what
more control of before
and why they
their learning.
participating.
are learning.
To provide a Calling the Students and They
will
basis
for attention of Teacher
engage
in
regularly
students who
active
checking
are not paying
classroom
learning and attention and
discussion.
participation
participitate.
during the class
discussion.
Cost Estimate
The cost or investment of the study will be different depending on the price of the
research paper and the price of the token that will be given to some other teachers.
Plan for Dissemination and Utilization
Each teacher had an information session before implementing the plan. Explain to students the
research work to be done and, in particular, one of the aims of the action plan is to increase
participation. Students were told that the activity plan will be implemented in their classrooms
starting this week, which will include the following four activities: (1) Explain to the students the
purpose and structure of each activity. (2) Request student participation by name. (3) Give them
time to think before they act.; (4) Attract students who are not interested in participating.
REFERENCES
Scott, K.S. (2003). Enhancing academic achievement in college students through attributional
retraining and Instruction. Journal of Educational Psychology, 82 (2), 262-271.
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Murray, C., & Malmgren, K. (2005). Implementing a teacher-student relationship program in a
high-poverty urban school: Effects on social, emotional, and academic adjustment and lessons
learned, Journal of School Psychology, 43(2), 137
Barr, R.D. & Parrett, W. (2007). The kids left behind: Catching children of poverty. Bloomington,
Indiana: Solution Tree.
Teddlie, C. & Stringfield, S. (1993). Schools make a difference. Lessons learned from a 10-year
study of school effects. New York: Teachers College Press
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