Factors Influencing the Learning of Class XII Science: A Perspectives of Students

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to investigate the factors influencing students’ higher secondary level science performance in one of the higher secondary schools of Bhutan. A total of 150 students were selected through purposive sampling. The sample includes both current classes XI and XII and former class XII graduates of the school. Through the use of mixed method research design, the data were collected using survey questionaries and interview in focus group. The quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics techniques and qualitative based on themes. The result of the study showed that the science performance of students were negatively affected by the inadequate support from school administration, lack of experienced and dedicated teachers and, poor supports from parents and relatives of the students. Thus, this study recommends school administration to take extra initiative towards improving students’ academic performance and teachers to explore different teaching pedagogies that can stimulate students’ interest towards learning science.

A study on the perception of South Korean high school students about the influence of learner and teacher on school science learning

“…When students' motivational types are autonomous and self-determination, students can be more immersed in learning situations (Lee, 2001;Park, 2005). Those findings raise the need for teachers to make an effort to use various strategies that will motivate students to actively participate in science classes (Wangdl, Chhoden, Chhetri & Tenzin, 2021).…”

Analisis Faktor Kesulitan Belajar Ipa Siswa Sekolah Menengah Pertama

“…Selain itu, guru juga harus bisa menyampaikan materi dengan metode pembelajaran yang menarik, karena metode mengajar yang kurang menarik dan monoton menyebabkan siswa malas dan jenuh, sehingga siswa tidak memperhatikan penjelasan dari guru (Magdalena et al, 2020). Kemudian, didukung oleh hasil kajian Wangdi et al (2021) mendapatkan bahwa rendahnya hasil belajar IPA Fisika siswa salah satunya disebabkan oleh rendahnya pengalaman dan dedikasi guru dalam mengajar. Oleh karena itu, aspek guru sangatlah penting.…”

“…diperoleh seseorang (Cedere et al, 2019). Penggunaan ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi yang efektif mampu meningkatkan produktivitas untuk memenuhi kebutuhan masyarakat yang sering berubah (Wangdi et al, 2021). Telah dibuktikan dalam negara maju, dan baru-baru ini di negara berkembang dan negara kurang berkembang, dimana ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi telah bertanggung jawab untuk memecahkan masalah dunia nyata seperti memerangi perubahan iklim, pengurangan kemiskinan dan mengatasi masalah pengelolaan sampah.…”