FINAL PAPER RESEARCH

Chapter I: Introduction and Background of the Study

Introduction

• Importance of Critical Thinking: Increasing demand for students with critical thinking skills for problem solving and informed decision making.

• Research Aim: Investigate the effects of different teaching styles on the critical thinking skills of Grade 11 ABM students.

• Concerns: Traditional pedagogical methods often do not equip students adequately for modern complexities.

Statement of the Problem

• Objective: Identify challenges in using various teaching techniques to enhance critical thinking skills.

• Key Questions:

  1. Challenges faced by students/teachers (Peer Pressure, Lack of Time, Information Overload, Academic Stress).

  2. Alignment of perceptions regarding teaching effectiveness.

  3. Measures to determine improvement in critical thinking skills.

Scope and Delimitation

• Focus on teaching methods’ effect on critical thinking in the ABM strand at St. John the Baptist Catholic School.

• Use surveys and analyze feedback from 95 ABM students.

Significance of the Study

• For Students: Helps understand teaching methods and adapt.

• For Teachers: Evaluates teaching effectiveness for ABM students.

• For Parents: Aids in recognizing academic pressures.

• For Schools: Encourages policy development based on student needs.

• For the Government: Highlights real challenges in education for future improvements.

• For Future Researchers: Offers insights on critical teaching methods.

Definition of Terms

• Complexities: Connection of multiple parts complicating understanding.

• Teaching Methods: Strategies used to facilitate student learning.

• Critical Thinking: Evaluative process of assessing information and making judgments.

• Skills: Abilities to perform tasks effectively.

• Academic Performance: Measure of student learning efficiency.

Chapter II: Review of Related Literature and Studies

Relevant Theories

• Constructivist Learning Theory (Piaget): Learning through active engagement.

• Experiential Learning Theory (Kolb): Learning via experience through observation and experimentation.

• Sikolohiyang Pilipino: Culturally sensitive approach to psychology focusing on Filipino identity and values.

• Pilipinolohiya: Studies Filipino culture from a Filipino perspective.

Relevant Literature

• Empirical studies on teaching methods and critical thinking outcomes based on various instructional interventions.

Chapter III: Research Methodology

Research Design

• Qualitative Approach: In-depth exploration of teaching methods' impacts on students' critical thinking.

• Case Study: Emphasizes understanding the instructional context.

Respondents of the Study

• Participants: 72 Grade 11 ABM students from St. John the Baptist Catholic School.

• Sampling Method: Random sampling for representative feedback.

Research Instrument

• Self-constructed Questionnaire: Designed to gather students' perspectives on teaching methods.

Data Gathering Procedure

• Conducted surveys and observations during breaks and preparations to facilitate comfort.

Data Processing

• Analyzing gathered data qualitatively to reveal patterns and themes influencing teaching strategies and critical thinking skill development.