Action Research Proposal

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

REGION V

DIVISION OF CAMARINES SUR

RAGAY DISTRICT

ACTION RESEARCH PROPOSAL

Improving the Quality of the

District Generated National Achievement Test Reviewer

For Grade VI Science

I – Proponent:

                     Mr. NOEL R. DAURAN

                        Master Teacher - II

                        Baya Elementary School

                        Ragay, Camarines Sur

II – Background of the study:

                        The pursuit of quality education for global competitiveness is the continuing objective of the Department of Education, then and now. Various program and projects have been formulated and implemented in order to maximize teacher pupil contact, all division and District Supervisors, including school heads, are enjoined to refrain from calling conferences and holding school extra – curricular activities especially during school days.

                        It is in this context that, the District Office of Ragay through the initiative of Mrs. Divina J. Padayao, the District Guidance and Testing Coordinator for conceived of a Seminar-write-shop wherein the selected participants were able to generate a compilation of District Generated National Achievement Test (NAT) Reviewer which were conceived, designed and carefully written based on the present Philippine Elementary Learning Competencies in accordance with the basic Education Curriculum.

                        It is noteworthy that the participants under the initiatives of the School Coordinator for Elementary Science, were able to accomplish and achieve the goals and objectives of the particular writeshop, hence the District of Ragay presently have a compilation of Reviewer for National Achievement Test for Grade VI, which were recommended for utilization starting School year 2013 – 2014, and, until at present the same material are still being utilized by the Grade VI Science teachers.

                        Based on the recommendation, Ragay District had utilized said materials in the classroom instruction for Grade VI Elemebntary Science starting June of School year 2013 – 2014 and until at present. However due to recent updates and changes in the curriculum their preparation for the grade 7 curriculum, the proponent herein presents an action research that involves revisions and or updates in the said reviewer with the aim of improving its quality, which in turn will measure its relevance as to the improvement of the performance level of the pupils taking Elementary Science VI. Particularly in the National Achievement Test.

                        Ultimately this action research will present how this innovative material as validated by the end – users become relevant and significant relative to the mastery of skills on the part of the pupils as derived using the class Performance Level.

III – Statement of the Problem:

                        This research aims to answer the main problem:

                        What are the effects of the District – Generated National Achievement Test (NAT) Reviewer in Elementary Science VI in terms of Teachers Efficiency in conducting Classroom Instruction in Science?

                        And likewise this action research will find out the answer to the following sub problems:

1.      What is the quality of the District – Generated National Achievement Test (NAT) Reviewer in Elementary Science Grade VI in terms of proper Direction/Guide in your classroom Instruction, Classroom and Time management, as perceived by the respondent?

2.      What are the strong points and weak point of the reviewer that can be considered to have attributed or hindered their efficiency in conducting Elementary Science VI instructions?

3.      What action can be undertaken in order to improve the quality of the District – Generated National Achievement Test (NAT) Reviewer?

4.      What other recommendations will they offer for the improvement of the Reviewer?

IV – Significance of the Research

                        The research will be very important since this will not only validate whether the District – generated Reviewer are still appropriate to be used but this will determine its strengths and weaknesses, after which based on the initial findings, the proponent will undertake activities that will be geared towards the improvement of the reviewer and finally this research will come up with data that will identify significant effects and or difference between the original reviewer and the Improved reviewer.

            Likewise, the findings of this study may prove useful to the following, to wit:

            Pupils. Having a clearer views and firsthand experience on the teachers’ performance, this will enable the pupils to know the importance of mastering the basic skills of their competencies so they will make an effort harder. This may lead to better enthusiasm and develop good study habit.

            Teachers. This study may heighten their awareness in identifying the learning tasks that are well developed as well as the least. This may further be a motivating factor to adapt measures and new strategies for the improvement of instructions in Elementary Science subject.

            School administrators and Supervisors. Results of this investigation may encourage administrators and supervisors to help their teachers upgrade their teaching performance in elementary through closer supervision and faculty development and training program.

            Department of Education Camarines Sur specifically in Ragay District. With the use of the results of the study, any educational upliftment will benefit the Municipality of Ragay.

            Researcher Himself. This may serve him as an inspiration in teaching his pupils above and beyond his capacity.

            Future Researcher. The information and insights that will be gained from this study may serve as guide for other researchers in framing their research proposal and at the same time encourage them to conduct lateral studies within their area of preferences.

V – Scope and Delimitation of the study

                        This study will be conducted at Ragay District, Division of Camarines Sur covering this school year 2014 – 2015. The respondent will be at least 29 out of 33 or 81% of teachers teaching Elementary Science VI at Ragay District. They will answer a written questionnaire which will be prepared by the researcher. The Questions will focus on how they were able to conduct their review classes using the District – Generated National Achievement Test Reviewer and what are the salient points in the said materials that they perceive had helped them in terms of efficiently carrying out the competencies of the lessons. The management of their time with the use of the materials will be given importance. These questions will ultimately lead to the main problem that needs to be answered in this research. And finally based on the data gathered, the findings and recommendations, the proponent will come with activities that will lead to the improvement of the reviewer.

VI – Research Design:

Methodology:

                        To realize this study, the researcher will use the descriptive method to determine the effectiveness of the reviewer in terms of the teaching efficiency of the Grade VI Science teacher in conducting instructions.

Respondents:

There will be 19 Grade VI Elementary Science Teachers of Ragay District currently teaching the subject who will answer the questionnaires design for the purpose and also Three (3) External Expert in Elementary Science will be requested to serve as respondents/validators.

Data Gathering Instrument:

            In gathering the data needed in the study, the researcher will use the written questionnaire as an instrument. ( A copy of which is hereby attached)

            The instrument is basically divided into five parts namely:

Part I. Extend of Implementation

            This portion will determine whether the teachers are aware of the availability of the District – Generated National Achievement Test (NAT) Reviewer and also it will determine if they are utilizing it or not. The answer to the questions in this part will be the springboard for succeeding questions that shall be answered by those who have utilized the materials. Likewise this part will also find out the reasons and/or hindrances for those who have not used the materials, the findings of which will generate recommendations for whatever necessary action in the future.

Part II. Effects/Impact of the Lesson Plans in Teachers Qualitative Efficiency

            The questions presented in the second part of the instrument will discover the significance and the extent of effectiveness of the reviewer to the teachers in terms of improving their efficiency as teachers handling Grade VI science. The expected responses are in qualitative aspect, thereby, quantitative values or weights are given to each criterion in order to find out the degree of impact quantitatively.

Part III. Effects/Impacts in the Teachers Quantitative Efficiency

            This part will determine the teacher efficiency which is measured through the Performance level of the pupils. This will find out the impact as to the End Results our Learning Outcomes for Science VI instruction based on the results of pupil’s performance level after the teacher utilized the reviewer in comparison with the Pre – Test results and Target PL of the class.

Part IV. S-W Indicators 

            This part will discover and find out the Strengths and Weaknesses of the reviewer as determined by the teachers who are the end-users of the reviewer. This will provide the researcher with an outlook as to how the teachers perceive and evaluate the materials which shall be useful in generating conclusions and recommendations.

Part V. Recommendations

            This part will provide the teacher-respondents with the opportunity to make any recommendations and/or suggestions that will help improve not only the reviewer but will also be the bases for conclusions and recommendations for further actions relative to the District  – Generated National Achievement Test Reviewer and any related projects similar to this.

QUESTIONNAIRE

Dear Fellow Teachers,

I am currently conducting an action research entitled: “Improving the Quality of the District Generated National Achievement Test Reviewer for Grade VI Science.”

In this connection, a questionnaire was conducted to gather information for my study. Your participation in the study by way of answering the questionnaire is very vital. Without it, the study will not be as complete at it should be. Kindly fill up the questionnaire honestly and sincerely.

Please feel assured that your anonymity and the information you will give will be treated with confidentiality.

Thank you so much in advance for your anticipated assistance.

Very truly yours,

NOEL R. DAURAN

Researcher

Name (optional):_________________________________________________________

Date:__________________________ Sex:_________________ Age: _______________

Name of School: _________________________________________________________

Location of School(please check)

            _____ Northern

            _____ Southern

            _____ Lowland

            _____ Rail side

            _____ Central

Direction: pls. check the most suitable answer

Part I. Extend of Implementation	YES	NO
1.      Do you have copies of the District – Generated National Achievement Test Reviewer for Grade VI?
2.      Were you able to utilize the said reviewer in your class instruction for Grade VI science? (pls. indicate the grading period you used the reviewer if applicable)
3.      Do you think it has a general effect or impact on the development of your efficiency as a Grade VI science teacher?

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Educational Technology ( LET Reviewer)

EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

1.      Which of the following statements does NOT describe educational technology?

a.      It is a profession composed of various job categories

b.      It refers to the efficiency of teachers in using computers

c.       It includes audio-visual materials, interactive multimedia and self-instructional materials

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2.      Which group of technologies has the highest degree of abstraction?

a.      Book, imaginative literature, programmed instruction

b.      Digital video, film, versatile compact disc

c.       Video, pictures

d.      Realia and computers

3.      Which of the following is NOT an advantage of real objects and model in teaching and learning?

a.      They pose problems on storage

b.      They are less abstraction and more concrete

c.       They are readily available in the environment, around the school , and in the home

d.      They provide hands-on learning experiences and emphasize real-world applications

4.      Ms. De Leon, a non-education graduate teacher was hired to teach in elementary school where there are enough resources for instruction. Which of the following processes would you suggest her in using an educational technology?

a.      Design – utilization – evaluation – development

b.      Design – development – utilization – evaluation

c.       Development – design – utilization – evaluation

d.      Development – utilization – evaluation – design

5.      Mr. Samson is planning to integrate the use of technology in his science class. Which of the following would be his second step?

a.      Set the objectives

b.      Analyse the learners

c.       Utilize the materials with showmanship

d.      Evaluate the performance of the students

6.      Which of the following should Ms.Maceda primarily consider in determining her teaching learning objectives and use of instructional media?

a.      The learner

b.      The teacher

c.       Instructional activity

d.      Instructional strategy

7.      Which is the best reason why teachers state the objective before using instructional media?

a.      To be able to practice how to operate the equipment

b.      To determine which media to use best

c.       To prepare the materials beforehand

d.      To secure available materials

8.      Ms. Vargas is thinking of an educational technology that can relay information clearly to her class. Which principle in the selection of instructional material did she apply?

a.      Interest

b.      Meaningfulness

c.       Cost effectiveness

d.      Communication effectiveness

9.      Mrs. Zamora presented real samples of rocks when she discussed the different forms of rocks. Which principle in the selection of instructional material did she apply?

a.      Interest

b.      Authenticity

c.       Cost effective

d.      Responsiveness

10.  The following statements are contributions of technology to the learning process .which is an exception?

a.      The quality of learning can be improved

b.      The delivery of instruction can be more interesting

c.       The role of the teacher can be changed into a demonstrator

d.      The method of teaching and learning become more interactive

11.  With the pervasiveness of technologies nowadays, a learner-centered instruction can be promoted. Which of the following statements support this approach to teaching?

a.      It focuses on transformation of facts and it support the use of lecture and drill methods

b.      It focuses on transformation of facts and gives emphasize on collaboration and authentic assessment

c.       It support the use of the lecture and drill methods and students work on tasks determined and controlled by the teacher

d.      It gives emphasize  on collaboration and authentic assessment and students work on tasks determined and controlled by the teacher

12.  Ms. Gomez’s student use cooperative learning inquiry based and project-based learning approaches in creating their digital unit plans. What can be developed among the learners through these approaches?

a.      Repetition and active learning

b.      Repetition and information delivery

c.       Information processing and passive learning

d.      Construction of knowledge and information exchange

13.  Which of these technologies are arranged from the most symbolic to multisensory?

a.      Real objects, print, audio-visual materials, and visual materials

b.      Visual materials, audio-visual materials, print and computers

c.       Visual materials, print, audio-visual materials and realia

d.      Print, audio-visual materials, and computers

14.  Which of the following is inappropriate in using printed visuals such as charts, graphs, and drawings?

a.      Provide written or verbal cues to highlight important aspect of visuals

b.      Allow students to pass the materials from one person to another

c.       Use materials that everyone can see

d.      Present the materials one at time

15.  Mr. Ramos would like to use audiocassette tape in teaching a lesson in English. In which activity is audiocassette tape very effective in the teaching-learning process?

a.      In developing listening skills

b.      In teaching creative writing

c.       In composing poems

d.      In building concepts

16.  Rodelyn is going to discuss about the ADDIE Model to a big class. She is planning to use a technology by which parts of her presentation could be partly hidden to make it more exciting and interesting. What do you think shall she use?

a.      Model

b.      Realia

c.       Transparency

d.      Video

17.  Prof Manahan’s lesson in EPP is about “pagtatanimnghalaman” to her students. How can she make her lesson more interesting and meaningful?

a.      Have a viewing activity about the lesson

b.      Have them read their EPP book

c.       Give them a collaborative work

d.      Let them listen to a gardener

18.  Marifewants to make a presentation material wherein more additional transparent sheets with information can be placed over a base transparency. Which one should she make?

a.      Cut-out

b.      Puppet

c.       Silhouette

d.      Overlay

19.  Self made charts and illustration serve as universal aid for bringing fascinating and exciting experiences in the classroom. To tap the optimum potentials of these materials, which of the following should be avoided?

a.      Giving due consideration to lettering

b.      Presenting materials with accurate facts

c.       Giving more importance to austerity over legibility

d.      Focusing on the main idea of the lesson presented

20.  Mr. Santos will have a power point presentation in his science class. All except one should be taken into consideration. Which is an exception?

a.      Consider technical quality

b.      Apply different computer effects per slide

c.       Present information through graphic organizers

d.      Use contrasting colors for text and background

21.  Mrs Sison would like to integrate technology in writing a friendly letter. Which of the following is the most effective way of doing it?

a.      Let the pupils surf a friendly letter from the internet

b.      Have the pupils write a friendly letter and send it through an email

c.       Have the pupils forward a downloaded friendly letter to other via email

d.      Let the pupils create a friendly letter using word processing and have it critiqued by their peers

22.  Which of the following computer-based instructional material can be used to learn new concepts?

a.      Games

b.      Tutorial

c.       Simulation

d.      Drill and practice

23.  Prof. Natividad would like to create a presentation material for his lesson on types of computer-assissted instruction. To make his presentation effective, which tool should he use?

a.      Communicative tool

b.      Informative tool

c.       Productivity tool

d.      Situating tool

24.  Prof. Bautista is thinking of an online  learning approach by which content provides links to information at other locations and serves as a focal point for a distance education experience. Which of the following should he use?

a.      Computer-aided instruction

b.      Web-based instruction

c.       Self-paced program

d.      Teleconferencing

25.  All except one are basic consideration in selecting and evaluating the content of an instructional material. Which is not?

a.      Will it motivate and maintain interest?

b.      Is there evidence of its effectiveness?

c.       Can it be easily dismantled?

d.      Does it match the content?

26.  Which is the most important reason why teachers preview materials to be used in class?

a.      To gain confidence in using them

b.      To encourage viewers to be more focused

c.       To avoid potential problems that might occur while materials are in use

d.      To ensure appropriateness of the materials with the objectives and target audience

27.  After Ms. Valle planned her lesson in English, she found out that the materials at hand do not match her objectives. Which is the best thing that she can do?

a.      Modify the available materials

b.      Teach the lesson the following day

c.       Change the objectives to match with the available materials

d.      Carry out the lesson as planned and use the material at hand

28.  Prof. Naz used worksheets, manipulatives and models in teaching Math to help her students understand the lesson and love the subject.what did she bear in mind when she used these materials?

a.      Appropriateness

b.      Balance

c.       Breadth

d.      Variety

29.  With the increasing use of educational technology inside the classroom, what role is expected of the teacher?

a.      Facilitator

b.      Researcher

c.       Knowledge giver

d.      Source of information

30.  Which of the following technologies provide iconic experience?

a.      Videos and computer

b.      Books and periodicals

c.       Radio and audio materials

d.      Printed and verbal symbols

31.  There are several reasons why teachers are reluctant in using electronic media in the teaching-learning process. Which is the most common reason?

a.      The limited exposure of teachers to new equipment

b.      Their incompatibility to diverse needs of the learners

c.       The difficulty in integrating technology in the curriculum

d.      The excessive availability of local technology in the community

32.  There are countless things in the environment that you and your  student can use to learn from such as trees, globes, pebbles, blocks etc. these real object and models are really effective if they are utilized properly. Which of the following is incorrect about the use of real objects and models?

a.      Familiarize yourself with the object or model

b.      Allow passing of a single object around the class

c.       Make sure that object/models are large enough to be seen by the whole class.

d.      Encourage students’ participation through questioning and having students decide the next step

33.  It is impractical to bring real object to the classroom so Aaron constructed a three dimensional visual instead. Which of the following did he construct?

a.      Cartoon

b.      Chart

c.       Graphic

d.      Model

34.  You asked your student to illustrate when they have understood from what they have read. Which of the following non-projected visuals are you referring to?

a.      Print materials

b.      Graphics

c.       Models

d.      Realia

35.  Prof. Silva uses projected visuals such as OHP in presenting her lesson. What could be her main reason in using such an educational technology?

a.      Most visuals can be obtained at no cost

b.      It is more abstract than any other visual

c.       The equipment and materials are readily available

d.      She can easily prepare her own transparencies in advance

36.  Mrs. Santos used a film clip in teaching science concept to her Grade six class. However, she found out that it was ineffectively used in the classroom. When technology is considered ineffective?

a.      When it promotes mastery the lesson

b.      When it makes viewing more interesting

c.       When it helps attain the objectives of the lesson

d.      When it induces alienation on the part of the learners

37.  Your department would lke to purchase a computer set as your project.which of the following advantages of computer will be the least consideration in purchasing this technology?

a.      It can enhance the teaching and learning process

b.      It can be used for interactive presentation

c.       It can be used for research activity

d.      It can be used for entertainment

38.  Computer can classified according to the roles they play namely communicative tool, informative tool, and constructive tool. What is the other role of computer in the options below?

a.      Instructional tool

b.      Situating tool

c.       Utility tool

d.      Application tool

39.  Which of the following categories of CAI will you use in your class if your objective is to increase proficiency in a newly learned skill or refresh an existing one?

a.      Tutorial

b.      Drill and practice

c.       Simulation

d.      Instructional game

40.  Which of the following is an effective use of presentation software?

a.      Darken the room

b.      Use appropriate pacing

c.       Read directly from the slides

d.      Allow interaction with the learner

41.  Which of the following is NOT an example of communicative tool?

a.      Multimedia encyclopedia

b.      Teleconferencing

c.       Electronic mail

d.      Chat

42.  Why is one way delivery of information a misuse of communication tools?

a.      Because the teacher expects the student to study more

b.      Because it require activities that focus on thinking that responding

c.       Because it enables the users to focus more on higher level cognitive activities

d.      Because it kind of practice lessens interaction capabilities of communication tools

43.  Internet consists of thousands of connected computer networks around the world. Which term does not refer to internet?

a.      NET

b.      Online

c.       Cyberspace

d.      Information superhighway

44.  Your class adviser is planning to have an asynchronous communication with your classmate. Which technology tools can she use?

a.      Chat and blog

b.      Chat and instant messaging

c.       Blog and video conferencing

d.      Electronic bulletin board and email

45.  In your computer subject, you allow your class to chat as a part of your motivation before discussing them the roles of computer as a tool. How is chat used in this context?

a.      Informative tool

b.      Communicative tool

c.       Application tool

d.      Situating tool

46.  Your mother wanted to finish her long dreamed course but she wanted to do it at home during her free time. How could you help your mother in pursuing her dream?

a.      Encourage her to hire a helper so that she can attend her class

b.      give up your study so that your mother can attend her class

c.       Enrol her to the school where you enrolled

d.      Enrol her in distance education

47.  The following statements are true about computer conferencing. Which is exception?

a.      It refers to live student interaction with an expert

b.      It is also known as discussion forum or bulletin board

c.       It also refers to online class discussion, forums or debates

d.      It permits two or more individuals to engage  in asynchronous text-based

48.  Which instructional tool application will you introduce to your class if your objective is to help them find and use information resources  available in the internet?

a.      Web quests

b.      Hybrid course

c.       Scavenger hunt

d.      Distance education

49.  Marygrace is looking for an organized instructional program in which the teacher and learners can be physically separated. Which of the following will she choose?

a.      Distance education

b.      Uniform resource locator

c.       Web Quests

d.      Computer-based education

50.  You were asked to evaluate the effectiveness of an instructional game after using it in teaching a lesson in high school science. Which of the following should you avoid?

a.      Present problems which are relevant to learning objectives

b.      Allow learners to select different content materials

c.       Provide a cooperative learning atmosphere

d.      Provide a scoring system