Attitudes and Study Habits of Grade Six Pupils: Their Relationship with Academic Achievements

This study examined the study habits and attitudes of sixth-grade students and their impact on academic performance in five subject areas in Tamparan District, Division of Lanao del Sur I, Marawi City, during the 2021-2022 school year. Data was collected from 165 male and 176 female students using a descriptive method and a questionnaire checklist. The study aimed to understand male and female students' study habits and attitudes, identify gender differences, analyze academic performance, and explore the relationship between attitudes, study habits, and academic performance. The data was analyzed using mean computations for study habits and attitudes, and statistical tests such as the z-test, Pearson r Product Moment of Correlation, and t-test to determine relationships and differences. The findings showed that male and female students generally had similar attitudes toward academic subjects, but were unsure about their study habits. There was no significant difference in study habits and attitudes between genders. However, there was a significant difference in academic performance, with male students performing at an average level and female students performing below average. Additionally, a significant relationship was found between attitudes and academic performance in male students, while no such relationship existed between their study habits and academic performance. On the other hand, a significant relationship was observed between attitudes, study habits, and academic performance among female students. The study concluded that positive attitudes and effective study habits significantly influence academic success. It is recommended that teachers foster positive attitudes, promote good study habits, teach time management skills, and identify factors affecting academic performance to support student achievement, particularly for female students.