Effect of Peer Pressure on Academic Performance of Senior High School student in Gen Luna National High School.
8Effect of Peer Pressure on Academic Performance of Senior High
School Students of Gen Luna National High School.
Chapter I
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
A critical period in human development, adolescence is marked
by profound social interactions, cognitive shifts, and psychological
development. People go through a time of identify construction and
exploration throughout this this phase, frequently looking to their peer
group for approval, acceptance and a sense of belonging. Teenagers
attitudes, actions, and academic achievement are greatly influenced by
their peer interactions, which help them negotiate the complex social
dynamics that exist within their peer network.
Peer pressure can have an effect on student's academic progress
because it can force them to adopt a new mindset or do activities that
conform to the group standards. This can also change students'
attitudes and opinions.
In adolescence, teenagers often prioritize spending time with peers,
which exposes them to various forms of peer pressure Gulati (2017)
asserts that positive and negative influences. Peer pressure
encompasses on individuals, contributing to continuous learning
experiences, Specifically, peer pressure has been observed to Impact
students academic performance, with effects varying from positive
reinforcement to detrimental outcomes. Despite the Pervasive nature of
peer influence, teenagers may not fully comprehend how their peers
shape their academic behavior, seeking comfort and validation withing
their peer groups.
Ryan Bois) highlights the pronounced influence of peer groups,
particularly in higher education setting were students. experience
greater autonomy and limited parental supervision. This influenced
extends to students with physical and health impairments.
As peer group dynamics contribute significantly to social and academic
integration. Kirk (2014) elucidates the mechanisms through which
peers exert coercion, and social exclusion, all of which may Impact
students' academic engagement and performance.
Adolescence, characterized by a transitional phase from childhood to
adulthood, magnifies the susceptibility to peer pressure as Individuals
navigate identify formation and Social acceptance acc (Adeniyi &
kolawale, 2015). Hartney (2020) emphasizes peer pressure as the
catalyst for attitudinal and value changes among students, driven by
the desire for peer approved and acceptance. Peer groups, defined as
small social circles comprising Individuals of similar age and interests,
serve as Intermediates for skill developments, problem-solving, and
academic support (Boechinke, 2018), blaleken (Joa) further
underscores the positive impact of peer support academic performance,
facilitating students concentration and task completion school.
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Effect of Peer Pressure on Academic Performance of Senior High School student in Gen Luna National High School.
Aims Building upon the existing literature, this study to investigate the
effects of peer pressure "the academic performance of senior High
School (SHS) Students. Ultimately, by enhancing our understanding of
the effects of peer pressure academic performance, we aspire to inform
evidence-bared interventions that empower Ots students to survive
academically and socially amidst peer in influences dynamics.
THEORITICAL FRAMEWORK
The study is anchored on Erikson's Theory (1950) asserts that peer
pressure is an essential component of a Person's Growth, Education
and Identifying formation. Peer Pressure, defined as the influence that
of peer group exerts on its members to conform to group norms,
includes both positive and negative peer pressure that shapes and
Individuals individuality and social status, especially during teenagers,
ideas, sentiments, and actions.
CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
The figure showed the conceptual paradigm of the study indicating the
independent variables and the dependent variables.
Independent Variable Dependent Variable
1. Demographic Profile -Academic Performance
of the Respondents; -Mental Well-being
-Attendance Rate
-Age
-Sex
-Grade Level
-Strand
-Grade Point Average
(GPA)
2.Peer Pressure
Figure 1 Research paradigm
Figure 1 Presents the conceptual framework of the study, defining
academic achievement as the dependent variable respondent's profile
and peer pressure and the as the independent factors. Demographic
characteristics are included in the respondent's profile, and peer
pressure is examined carefully to determine how these factors affect
senior high school student's academic performance, an analysis of
these variables will be conducted.
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Statement of the problem
This study aims to find out the Effects of Peer Pressure on Academic
Performances of Senior High School Students of General Luna National
High School.
Specifically, It sought to answer the following specific question:
1. How many the respondent be described in terms of the following:
1.1 Age
1.2 Sex
1.3 Grade level
1.4 Strand
1.5 GPA (grade point average)
2. What is the Effect of Peer Pressure on Academic Performances?
3. What are the Possible solutions/suggestions that can be offend
as coping mechanism and peer pressure?
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
This study will benefit of following groups of people.
Students: The result of this study can shed important light on how peer
pressure affects student's academic achievement. Students who are
aware of how peer interactions impact their learning outcomes will be
better equipped to resist harmful influences, make wise decisions, and
foster strong peer relationships that will help them succeed
academically.
Teachers. Educators can learn more about the social dynamics in the
classroom and the educational setting as a result of this study. They
can offset negative impacts and establish a supportive learning
environment that encourages states achievement by Implementing
targeted interventions and support measures once they recognize the
influence of peer pressure student performance.
Parents. It is essential to helping their kids succeed academically.
Parents who are aware of how peer pressure affect academic
achievement can assist their children in overcoming social obstacles
and achieving academic success direction. Equipped by offering with
the resources, support insight gained and from their study parents can
facilitate positive conversations regarding peer Impacts and maintain
open. with thar kids.
Future Researches. The findings of the study will serve reference
material. who will conduct or a guide for future researchers research
on this topic.
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SCOPE AND DELIMITATION
This study will cover the Effects of Peer Pressure on the Academic
Performance of Senior High School Students. It considered the following
variables the socio demographic profile of the respondents. Which
Includes their age, sex, and grade level, strand and grade point average
(GPA) another variables is the academic performances of the Senior
High School Students.
The primary subjects of the research study will consist of the Senior
High School Students enrolled in the School Year 2023-2024. The total
number of students to be included is thirty (30) across the entire Senior
High School, with five (5) students allocated per section. The
researchers will be conduct this study at General Luna National High
School from 3rd to 4th quarter of the school year 2023-2024.
DEFINITION OF TERMS
The following terms are defined operationally to facilitate
understanding.
Peer Pressure- In this study, it refers on how members of the same
social group influence individuals to change their behaviours.
Senior High school Students- It refers to grade 11-12 Students who
are mostly affected by peer pressure.
Academic Performances- It refers to class participation typically, test
scores and extracurricular activities that indicate after completing the
course.
Peer Influence- Act of influence or a persuasion. - It is a more accurate
way to explain how the need to feel like a member of a peer group
shapes the behaviour of teenagers
