Impact of Home Environment on Students’ Online Performance

As more students take online classes, it is necessary to explore factors of the home environment that may impact students' performance in an online setting. This study examined the impact of the home environment on students' online performance among the students in Misamis University Junior High School, specifically in Grades 9 and 10, during the academic year 2021-2022. The method used in this study is descriptive-correlational design. It was participated by 112 students through a random sampling method. We collected data by administering a questionnaire that examined how the home environment impacts students' online performance. The study used the mean, standard deviation, and Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient as statistical tools. The study revealed that home atmosphere, mastery of technology, and discipline style greatly impacted students' online performance. However, the psychological aspect appeared moderately high on students' online performance. It also shows that the overall students’ online performance in an online setting was very satisfactory. Teachers should employ effective teaching strategies online, while parents must actively set and enforce proper limits and standards for their children's online learning. Parents and teachers should instruct students to develop a habit of following simple rules and to adhere to their guidance.