Author

Mark D. Prochina
Andres Soriano Colleges of Bislig
Bislig, Surigao del Sur, Philippines
Email: mark.prochina@deped.gov.ph

Abstract

This study examined the relationship between study habits and the academic outcomes of Grade 11 learners enrolled in Introduction to World Religion and Belief Systems at San Luis National High School, Agusan del Sur Division. Specifically, it assessed the students’ study habits in terms of note-taking, use of the library, and time allocation for studying; determined their academic outcomes for the first and second quarters; and analyzed whether a significant relationship existed between these study habits and academic results. The study utilized a quantitative, descriptive-correlational research design and employed complete enumeration involving 60 Grade 11 learners. Study habits were measured through an adapted and validated questionnaire, while academic outcomes were based on students’ actual recorded grades. Findings revealed that learners generally demonstrated strong study habits, with note-taking (WM = 3.77) and time allocation to study (WM = 3.61) rated as oftentimes evident, while library use (WM = 3.34) was sometimes evident. Academic outcomes for both quarters were consistently high, with the majority of students achieving Very Satisfactory ratings. Pearson correlation analysis showed a moderate positive and significant relationship between study habits and academic outcomes (r = 0.561, p = 0.000), indicating that students with stronger study habits tended to perform better academically. The study concludes that note-taking skills and effective time management substantially support academic achievement, while limited library use presents an area for improvement. Based on the results, a Study Habit Enhancement Program was proposed to strengthen students’ learning strategies and further improve their academic performance in Social Science.

Keywords: study habits, academic outcomes, Grade 11 learners

DOI: http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS0404642

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Prochina, M. D. (2025). Study habits and its impact on the academic outcomes in Introduction to World Religion and Belief Systems among Grade 11 learners of San Luis National High School, Agusan del Sur Division: A descriptive-correlational approach. Pantao (The International Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences) 4 (4), 7014-7024. http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS0404642

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