Learning Outcomes in Filipino of Grade 7 Students: Implications to Their Writing Capability

Grace Salcedo-Pimentel

Dan-ag: Journal of Educational Studies, Volume 5, Issue 1 (2016), pp. 19–33 

Abstract

This descriptive study determined the learning outcomes in Filipino of Grade 7 students and their Implications to their writing capability. The study involved randomly sampled 480 students and 16 teachers as participants. Data were gathered through Questionnaire, Test, and Focus Group Discussion. Data were analyzed with descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings reveal that the students’ learning outcomes were at the beginning level while their writing capability was rated fair. Moreover, students’ learning outcomes were significantly associated with their writing capability. The higher their learning outcomes, the better their writing capability. Moreover, attitude towards Filipino, extent of use of technology, and teachers’ years in teaching caused variations in students’ learning outcomes. Sustaining and enhancing teachers’ competencies through In-service Training focused on teaching methodologies and strategies, development of teaching-learning resource materials, assessment and documentation ensuring quality education in all Filipino classes coupled with mentoring and drills are hereby recommended.

Keywords: learning outcomes; writing; Filipino; assessment; students

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DOI:   https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22180302  

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