scholarly journals Acquisition of Language Proficiency in English Among Senior High School Students from the Different Strands

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-75
Author(s):  
Kerny M. Macado ◽  
Felix M. Diano Jr.
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Proficiency Test ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Language Proficiency Test ◽  
Senior High School Students

Using a quantitative-comparative design, this study compares the language proficiency of the Senior High School Students of a certain University from the five (5) different strands; Science-Technology-Engineering-Mathematics (STEM), Humanities-Education-Social Sciences (HESS or HUMSS), Business-Accountancy-Management (BAM or ABM), Technical-Vocational-Livelihood (TVL) and General Academic Strand (GAS) and determine on which of these strands excels in the language proficiency test. There are 40 students randomly selected per strand. They are tested using the Language Proficiency Test in English. The one-way Analysis of Variance was utilized in the study. The findings reveal that there is a significant difference (p<0.05) in the English language proficiency of the students from the five (5) strands. Moreover, the students from the STEM strand excel from the other strands. This further indicates that the STEM students are more superior and developed on the academic literacy, alternative understandings and adequate formulation of theories and concepts in dealing with different variations of linguistics skills.  

scholarly journals The English teachers’ challenges in TOEFL preparation for senior high school students

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-45
Author(s):  
Saiful Akmal ◽  
Risdaneva Risdaneva ◽  
Habiburrahim Habiburrahim ◽  
Maulina Sari
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
School Students ◽  
Aceh Province ◽  
English Language Teachers ◽  
Senior High School Students

This descriptive qualitative study was aimed at discovering English language teachers’ challenges in teaching TOEFL preparation for senior high school students. The data were collected by using an in-depth interview with six experienced and qualified English language teachers teaching TOEFL in the three-state and private senior high schools in Aceh province, Indonesia. Open, axial, and selective coding techniques were used to analyze the data from in-depth interviews. The results show that teachers faced some challenges during teaching TOEFL preparation for senior high school students including students’ different language proficiency, their lack of vocabulary mastery, their fatigue, their passive attitude, class size, and time limitation. The findings recommend the further idea to organize a more organized preparation TOEFL program for high school students that can be integrated into the existing curriculum, and thus it will no longer be viewed merely as an extracurricular program.

scholarly journals Literasi matematis dan self-efficacy siswa ditinjau dari perbedaan kebijakan sistem zonasi

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 227-245
Author(s):  
Ahmad Muhazir ◽  
Kana Hidayati ◽  
Heri Retnawati
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
Mathematical Literacy ◽  
School Students ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Senior High School Students

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk (1) mendeskripsikan kemampuan literasi matematis dan self-efficacy siswa kelas XI SMA; (2) mendeskripsikan dampak perbedaan kebijakan sistem zonasi terhadap kemampuan literasi matematis dan self-efficacy siswa kelas XI SMA; dan (3) mendes­kripsikan hubungan antara literasi matematis dan self-efficacy siswa kelas XI SMA. Penelitian survei ini melibatkan 346 siswa dari Kota Banjarmasin dan 321 siswa dari Kota Palangka Raya. Kedua kota tersebut memiliki kebijakan zonasi yang berbeda. Pengumpulan data dila­kukan me­lalui tes dan angket yang telah memenuhi kriteria valid dan reliabel. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah statistik deskriptif dan inferensial. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa literasi matematis siswa di Kota Banjarmasin dan Kota Palangka Raya berada pada kategori ren­dah, sedangkan self-efficacy siswa pada kedua kota berada pada kategori sedang. Tidak terdapat per­bedaan yang bermakna pada rata-rata literasi matematis antara siswa di Kota Banjarmasin dan Palangka Raya. Namun demikian, terdapat perbedaan yang bermakna pada rata-rata self-effi­cacy antara siswa di Kota Banjarmasin dan Palangka Raya. Kebijakan zonasi di Kota Palangka Raya menyebabkan perbedaan rata-rata literasi matematis siswa pada sekolah kategori tinggi, sedang, dan rendah. Sedangkan kebijakan zonasi di Kota Banjarmasin menyebabkan perbedaan rata-rata self-efficacy siswa pada sekolah kategori tinggi, sedang, dan rendah. Terakhir, terdapat korelasi positif yang signifikan (meskipun lemah) antara literasi matematis dan self-efficacy siswa kelas XI SMA di Kota Banjarmasin dan Kota Palangka Raya (r = 0,194). Mathematical literacy and self-efficacy of students in terms of differences in zoning system policies.AbstractThis study aimed to (1) describe the mathematical literacy abilities and self-efficacy of eleventh-grade senior high school students; (2) describe the impact of differences in zoning system policies on the mathematical literacy and self-efficacy of eleventh-grade senior high school students; and (3) describe the relationship between mathematical literacy and self-efficacy of eleventh-grade senior high school students. This survey involved 346 students from Banjarmasin City and 321 students from Palangka Raya City, Indonesia. The two cities have different zoning policies. The data was collected through tests and questionnaires that met the valid and reliable criteria. The data analysis technique used was descriptive and inferential statistics. The results showed that students’ mathematical literacy in Banjarmasin and Palangka Raya City was in a low category, while self-efficacy in both cities was in the medium category. There was no significant difference in the mean of mathematical literacy of students in Banjarmasin and Palangka Raya City. How­ever, there was a significant difference in the mean of self-efficacy of students in Banjar­masin and Palangka Raya City. The zoning policy in Palangka Raya City causes differences in the mean of mathematical literacy of students in high, moderate, and low category schools. In contrast, the zoning policy in Banjarmasin City causes differences in the mean of self-efficacy of students in high, medium, and low category schools. Lastly, there was a significant positive correlation (al­though weak) between mathematical literacy and self-efficacy of eleventh-grade senior high school students in Banjarmasin and Palangka Raya City (r = 0.194).

scholarly journals Digital Literacy of STEM Senior High School Students: Basis for Enhancement Program

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 105
Author(s):  
Hazel B. Baterna ◽  
Teodolyn Deanne G. Mina ◽  
Danilo Villar Rogayan
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Digital Literacy ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Media Analysis ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Digital World ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Senior High School Students

Digital literacy promotes students’ competitiveness and better opportunity in today’s digital world and in the fourth industrial revolution (FIRe). This descriptive-survey research determined the digital literacy of science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM) senior high school students. A total of 130 respondents from two state-owned public high schools in Zambales, Philippines answered the digital literacy survey questionnaire. Results revealed that a typical STEM respondent came from school B, aged between 15-17, female and currently Grade 11. The STEM students are digitally literate to some extent in terms of access and evaluation of information; utilization and management of information; media analysis; creation of media products; effective application of technology; and interaction through technology. There is a significant difference in the extent of digital literacy of students when grouped according to sex and grade level. Moderate significant relationship exists across all domains digital literacy. The study recommends the implementation of the proposed digital literacy working group to enhance students’ digital proficiency and to equip them with the challenges of the FIRe. Teachers may likewise utilize digital devices and information effectively and responsibly towards developing digitally literate citizens.

scholarly journals An Evaluation of English Language Textbook: Interlanguage English for Senior High School Students

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-39
Author(s):  
Muhammad Affan Ramadhana ◽  
Opik Dwi Indah ◽  
Suhardi Suhardi
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teaching ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
School Students ◽  
Instructional Activities ◽  
Senior High School Students ◽  
Language Type

English Language Teaching (ELT) textbooks serve as the basis for many language inputs that learners receive and language practices that occur in the classroom. They may provide the basis for ideas and instructional activities as well as giving teachers rationales for what they do. The objective of this analysis is to know about how much a textbook meets the requirements of a good EFL textbook. The evaluation checklist used in this paper is the modification of Cunningsworth’s (1995) checklist developed by Al-sowat (2012). There are nine issues of textbook evaluating in this checklist: (1) layout and physical appearance; (2) content; (3) objectives; (4) language type; (5) skills; (6) activities and tasks; (7) structure and vocabulary; (8) culture values; and (9) teacher's needs.

The Second Language Exposure and Proficiency of the High School Students in Cebu City

2015 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ma. Dolores L. Aday
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Second Language ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Mother Tongue ◽  
School Administrators ◽  
School Students ◽  
Regional Dialects ◽  
Language Proficiency Test

              This study deals on how the Cebuano high school students are exposed to a second language--English and Filipino, their attitudes towards learning the same and their level of proficiency in such languages. A non-probability convenience sampling was conducted in three high schools in Cebu City getting 171 respondents. They were made to take a language proficiency test in Filipino and English. Interviews and focused group discussions were also done to assess clearly their competence in both languages. The study showed that their exposure to a language counts much in achieving language proficiency. The study, however, negates the relationship between the students’ level of proficiency and their attitude towards learning both languages. Further, this study illustrates how the Bilingual Education Policy as well as the new trends of the Mother Tongue-Based Learning had contributed more to the decline of the students’ English   proficiency.  The domains of English are contracting while those of the Filipino language as well as the regional dialects are expanding. School administrators must look into the language policy in schools to improve the English language competency of the students and make them more globally competitive. 

scholarly journals Perceived Influence of Core Values to the Behaviors of Senior High School Students

1970 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 184
Author(s):  
Joebel G. Imperial
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Core Values ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Strongly Agree ◽  
Beliefs And Attitudes ◽  
Senior High School Students

The school core values influence the desirable behaviors, beliefs, and attitudes of senior high school students.  This descriptive-comparative study assessed the perceived degree of influence of the school core values on the behaviors of the senior high school students as assessed by students themselves and teachers. Using a researcher-made survey questionnaire, the data were collected and were analyzed using mean and Mann Whitney. The findings generally revealed that teachers and students strongly agree on the perceived influence of core values on students’ behaviors. When results were compared according to assessors’ designation, students significantly rated higher than teachers. On the other hand, students' assessment of the perceived influence of core values to students' behaviors showed a significant difference when compared according to sex, but no significant difference in the school of origin.  The findings may be used as a basis for the formulation of a learning log in teaching Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics.

scholarly journals Environmental Education of Senior High School Students

1970 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 185
Author(s):  
Harry S. Magluyan
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Environmental Education ◽  
Grade Level ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
Social Dimension ◽  
School Students ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
High Level ◽  
Senior High School Students

The social dimension of environmental issues communicates the worsening of environmental problems as a result of human decisions. This descriptive-comparative study evaluates environmental education in the areas of knowledge, awareness, attitudes, skills, and participation of 323 sampled senior high school students. Data were collected using a researcher-made survey questionnaire and were analyzed using mean, t-test, and ANOVA. The findings of the study showed students’ high level of knowledge, attitude, skills, and participation. When grouped according to grade level and sex, significant differences were found in participation and in awareness when grouped according to grade level and strand. Consistently, a significant difference was found in the attitude when students were compared according to grade level, sex, and strand. Generally, this paper validates how knowledge and attitude affect human behavior towards the environment as mediated by appropriate environmental education. Likewise, it affirms that a positive attitude and concern towards the environment positively affects involvement in any environmental initiatives.

scholarly journals Profile of Students’ Creative Thinking Skills on Global Warming Material: Gender Perspective in Physics Learning

2021 ◽  
Vol 2110 (1) ◽  
pp. 012028
Author(s):  
D Wulandari ◽  
E Hariyono ◽  
N Suprapto ◽  
H N Hidaayatullaah ◽  
B K Prahani
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Global Warming ◽  
High School Students ◽  
Creative Thinking ◽  
Thinking Skills ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Physics Learning ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Senior High School Students

Abstract Students need creative thinking skills, critical thinking, collaborative, and communicative in the 21st century in learning physics. In predicting further research, it is necessary to analyze the initial ability of students’ creative thinking skills. This study aims to analyze the profile of physics learning on the students’ creative thinking skill of high school students’ on global warming material and analyze the differences in students’ creative thinking abilities based on gender. Research method uses 100 samples of class eleventh grade in senior high school students’. Profiles of creative thinking skills of senior high school students’ on global warming were analyzed quantitatively descriptively. The results showed that the physics learning profile of students’ creative thinking skills on global warming material was relatively low, and there was a significant difference between the results of male and female students’ creative thinking skills. The results of this study can be used as empirical evidence that the creative thinking skills of high school students’ physics learning on global warming material still need to be improved. Further research is needed to overcome the low creative thinking skills of high school students’.

scholarly journals Analysis of School Climate of Senior High Schools in Jember: A Case Study of Student in History Lesson

2019 ◽  
pp. 40-47
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
High School Students ◽  
High Schools ◽  
School Climate ◽  
Senior High School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Lesson Context ◽  
Senior High School Students

This paper analyzed of the school climate of senior high school students in Jember in the history lesson context. The purposes of this study are: (1) analyzing the school climate of senior high school students in Jember in the history lesson context; (2) examining the difference of school climate of senior high schools in jember. The total samples involved were 375 students. The analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to test the difference by using SPSS 23 for windows program. The results showed that the mean value of school climate of SMA 1 Jember 3.66; SMA 2 Jember 3:47; SMA 3 Jember 3:20; SMA 4 Jember 3:39 and; SMA 5 Jember 3:40. The result of the ANOVA test showed that there was a significant difference of school climate of the senior high school students in Jember in the history lesson context (f = 4.789; Sig.0,001). The largest difference of significance level was shown by the sample group of SMA 1 Jember and SMA 3 Jember (mean differences = 0.46611). The school climate of SMA 1 Jember has very significant difference compared to the school climate of SMA 3 Jember.

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