Interest In Science, Attitude and Sense of Belongingto School, And Science Achievement of Elementary Learners

AUTHOR(S)

ROSE SHARON C. DUHAYLUNGSOD

ABSTRACT

—— This study examined the interplay of three variables, namely: interest in science, attitude and sense of belonging to school as factors contributing to a practical means of preparing learners for a career in Science education. The respondents came from the Don Juan dela Cruz Central Elementary School in Dalion, Toril, Davao City consisting of two sections of Grade 6 learners with combined respondents of 112 learners. These students answered the three questionnaires on Interest in Science Scale (ISS), the Students’ Attitude towards School Survey (SATSS) and the Students” Sense of Belonging to School Questionnaire (SSBSQ). Students found science useful as a foundation for building a profession; it is important in their future work; and a worthwhile, necessary subject. Science teachers were found by students to be interested in their science progress; encouraging in their science work; and provide positive thinking of what science can do to them. School is important to learners. Its importance is emphasized by learners as being chosen over other things. The sense of being an integral part of the school is important to the learners’ well-being, emotional health, psycho-social adjustment, and indicator of success. Most learners need to develop proficiency level in science. The result of the study points to the need to increase the level of science performance of students. Keywords — Interest in science, attitude towards school, sense of belonging to school, science achievement, career in science education