Factors Why Junior and Senior Students Do Cut Classes

FACTORS WHY JUNIOR AND SENIOR STUDENTS
DO CUT CLASSES
Thesis Presented to
The Faculty of the Our Lady of
Perpetual Succor College
In Partial Fulfillment of the

Requirements for the Degree of Bachelor of Science in Business Adm
inistration
By:
SEPTEMBER 2014
APPROVAL SHEET
This thesis entitled Factors Why Junior And Senior Students Do Cut Classes. Has been prepar
ed and submitted by Business Administration Students Group3 under Psychology subject is her
e by recommended for final output for defense.
PROF. EMMILLIE JOY B. MEJIA., R.N., M.A.N.
Psychology Adviser
PANEL OF EXAMINERS
Approved by the Committee on Oral Examination with a final grade of ________ this __th of BE
R, 2014
PROF. ____________________________
Chair
PROF. _____________________ PROF. _______________________
Member Member
PROF. ___________________________
Member
Accepted and approved in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Scie
nce in Business Administration.
ELSA L.BATALLA, Ed.D
OLOPSC College Dean

DEDICATION
This thesis is dedicated to our loving family especially our parents who never fails
to guide us all the way, giving us moral support, and serve as our motivation in making
this research. Secondly, to our friends and classmates who never fails to uplift our spirit
s and makes us believe in ourselves. Third, to our Psychology Adviser, Mrs. Emmillie Jo
y B. Mejia, who constantly supports and guides us in completing this research. Lastly, to
our Almighty God, for His unconditional love and for making us overcome the entire obs
tacle we’ve stumble upon in making this research possible. This thesis would not be suc
cessful without them.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
In doing this study, the researchers encountered many problems, troubles and re
visions that wrenched them to burst and disencumber. Hence, as time goes by, the rese
archers pondered upon their need to accomplish and pursue this study for the end purp
ose of passing their Psychology Course. At the beginning, the researchers were confus
ed and oblivious about the necessary subjects to be studied. Yet with the help of dear fa
milies, friends and mentors, the researchers had assured the success of the study.
First, the researchers give thanks to God for bestowing them patience, wisdom a
nd gift of knowledge in doing this study.
Second, to their loving parents, who helped them financially in their study. In addi
tion, for the support they give as the researcher pursue their future careers.
Third, the Junior and Senior students who formed and inspired the researchers to
make their study significant.
And lastly, to Mrs. Emmillie Joy B. Mejia, for helping and guiding the researchers
through their study. Thank you for your patience and imparting your knowledge. May Go
d bless you always.
The researchers put their hearts and minds to make this study possible. God bles
s everyone.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Page ................................................... ........................... I

Approval Sheet ........................................... ........................... II
Dedication ................................................... ........................... III
Acknowledgement....................................... ........................... IV
Table of Contents........................................ ........................... V
List of Tables .............................................. ........................... VI
Abstract ...................................................... ........................... VII
CHAPTER I:
Introduction ............................................... ........................... VIII

Purpose of the Study ................................. ........................... IX
Statement of the Problem .......................... ........................... X
Scope and Limitations ................................ ........................... XI
Theoretical Framework .............................. ........................... XII
Conceptual Framework .............................. ........................... XIII
Assumption ................................................. ........................... XIV
Hypothesis ................................................. ........................... XV
Significance of the Study ............................ ........................... XVI
Scope and Limitation ................................. ........................... XVI
Definition of terms ...................................... ........................... XVII
CHAPTER II:
Review of Related Literature ...................... ........................... XVIII
CHAPTER III:
Research Methodology .............................. ........................... XIV
CHAPTER IV:
Interpretation and Analysis ......................... ........................... XV
CHAPTER V:
SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION ...... XVI-XVIII
Bibliography .............................................. ........................... XIX
LIST OF TABLES
Table Title Page

No.
1 Profile of the respondents when grouped according to Age
2 Profile of the respondents when grouped according to Gend
er
ABSTRACT
The research entitled “Factors Why Junior and Senior Students Do C
ut Classes” was constructed by the researchers for they wanted to discern
and take deep explorations concerning the behaviors of different individuals
, specifically the junior and senior students who manage cutting classes an
d how such deed affects their academic performance.
.
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Educational institutions are not only for mental sacrifice and mental q
uotient feedbacks but also for correcting, disciplining any forms of behavior
al, moral, and social problems being faced by the students. The researcher
s are very certain and confident to say that students’ problem has enough p
eriod of growth and development. This development starts at the comfort of
their homes and families. Thus, it results to that of the school institutions b
ecomes the “scapegoat” for their problems. Consequently, professors, teac
hers, and school administrators have to face and shoulder all sorts of probl
ems from their respective students. Such is considered as the most burden
some for any school teachers and staff.
The researchers all know that this is the stage where most of the stud
ents are beginning to be curious about life. This is where they start came o
ut from their “comfort zone”, explore life and make their own decisions.
Every time a student cuts class, it’s inevitable that they are also cuttin
g their education. It is said that going to school is like a having a job, they a
re mostly alike in such reason that you get paid with knowledge.
An effective education abets everyone and aids them in getting a job
worthy of their hard work. Just as a saying goes, “with a good job, you’ll ha
ve a good life, but by having a better job, you’ll have a better life.”
Having a suitable and profitable job will not only benefit you, but also
your family in which in turn will help them carry out a bountiful life.
PURPOSE OF THE STUDY
The sole purpose of the study is to determine the reasons why junior
and senior students cut in their class.

Researchers would like to know what triggers the students to do cutti
ng classes. Also, to be abreast regarding the satisfaction the students get.
As well as to know how the problems affect the academic performance of t
he said respondents.
The respondents chosen are the 3rd and 4th year students of Our
Lady of Perpetual Succor College.
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
1. What kind of attitude/behavior they have?
2. Are they aware to the consequences when it comes to their grade?

3. Do they have plans to change their attitude regarding the said problem?
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
This study is significant to:
A. Students
This research is vital to students especially to those who are in tertiar
y level. It will provide information regarding the disadvantages of cutting cl

asses. The study also offers different factors on how the students are being
encouraged to do cutting classes. Students must be aware that this action
s must be taken seriously.
B. Parents and Guardian
This study would also be beneficial for parents in order for them to kn
ow how their sons/daughters behavior at school. Likewise, this would give t
hem the opportunity to help guide their sons/daughters in dealing with probl
ems that may affect their performance especially with regards to their acad
emics.
C. Future Researchers
The conducted studies will further open doors for future researchers t
o refine and expand studies in relation to cutting classes. This may serve a
s a source of information about what provokes students to cut class and the
effects on an individual’s academic performance.

SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS
The study focuses on identifying the factors concerning why junior an
d senior students do cutting classes. The study involved 20 students/ partici
pants in both sexes.
The study was conducted in Our Lady of Perpetual Succor College, a
private and non-sectarian institution located at Gen. Ordonez Street, Conc
epcion Marikina City. The study was conducted on the of school year 2014-
2015.
RESEARCH HYPOTHESIS
The hypotheses based on the researchers are the following:
1. Most of the participants who practiced cutting classes are males ranging
from ages 18-19 years old.
2. Peers’ influence and boredom are the two main factors why the selected
students do cutting classes.
3. Cutting classes might affect the academic performance of a student.
CHAPTER III
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Students
To the students, that they may be knowledgeable enough in coping a
nd managing their own possible reasons on why they are cutting classes. I
n addition, this study is recommended, for them to be well aware of their ac
ademic performances and for them to concentrate on their studies.
B. Parents and Guardian
To the parents and guardians, whom are the most involved and salie
nt element in this case, so that they may exert more effort on knowing the d
ifferent factors on what encourages their child to do such practice.
Good communication skills are needed for both parties to address the
problems that cutting classes might bring.
C. School’s Administration
The study is also recommended to the school’s administration, so that t
hey would be well aware of such practice that is occurring within the instituti
on and constitute effective solution regarding the said problem.

BIBLIOGRAPHY
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name: Kristine Grace P. Ongcoy

Address: #86 SNED Eastdrive St., Marikina Heights Marikina City
Age: 18 yrs. old
Contact Number: 09363865485
E-mail: Kristinegraceongcoy@yahoo.com
Date of Birth: November 12, 1995
Place of Birth: Marikina
EDUCATION
Primary: Parang Elementary School,

Marikina City
School Year:
Secondary: Fortune High School
Marikina City
School Year:
Tertiary: Our Lady of Perpetual Succor College
General Ordonez St., Concepcion Uno Marikina City
School Year:
AWARDS/RECOGNITION RECEIVED
Primary: Best Science Award
Secondary: Best in Penmanship
MOTTO
“Every opportunity has a difficulty and every difficulty has an opportunity”
Name: Celene M. Rocuyan

Address: #3 Unit 4b Dagohoy St., Proj.4 Quezon City
Age: 18 yrs. old
E-mail: ilovecodyheaps11@gmail.com
Date of Birth: January 26, 1996
Place of Birth: Legazpi City
EDUCATION
Primary: Teodora Alonzo Elementary School,Quezon City
School Year: 2008-2009

Secondary: Jose P. Laurel Senior High School

Tertiary: Our Lady Of Perpetual Succor College

Primary: Most Behave

Secondary: CAT Award
MOTTO
“Life is a journey”
Name: Jhunnel P. Luciano

Address: 222 Champaca II Corner Eastdrive Brg. Fortune Marikina City
Age: 19 years old
E-mail: Luciano_jhunnel@yahoo.com
Date of Birth: July 24, 1995
Place of Birth: Marikina City
EDUCATION
Primary:
School Year:
Secondary:
School Year:
Tertiary:

Best in Deportment (High School)
MOTTO
“Life is tough, so get used to it”
Name:
Address:
Age:
Contact Number:
E-mail:
Date of Birth:
Place of Birth:
EDUCATION
Primary:
School Year:
Secondary:
School Year:
Tertiary:
School Year:
MOTTO
"Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing."
~ Helen Keller
Name:
Address:
Age:
Contact Number:
E-mail
Date of Birth:
Place of Birth:
EDUCATION
Primary:
School Year:
Secondary:
School Year:
Tertiary:
School
AWARDS/RECOGNITION RECEIV
MOTTO
“Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the prese
nt moment.”
- Buddha
Name:
Address:
Age:
Contact Number:
E-mail:
Date of Birth:
Place of Birth:
EDUCATION
Primary:
School Year:
Secondary:
School Year:
Tertiary:
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)
MOTTO
"I long to accomplish a great and noble task, but it is my chief duty to accomplish humbl
e tasks as though they were great and noble. The world is moved along not only by the
mighty shoves of its heroes but also by the aggregate of the tiny pushes of each honest
worker. "- Helen Keller
Name: Medina, Leana Joy C.

Address: 1365B, San Antonio St. Sampaloc Manila
Age: 19 years old
E-mail: toehkey_90huntre@yahoo.com
Date of Birth: July 3, 1990
Place of Birth: Garit Sur, Echague, Isabela
EDUCATION
Primary: Pangal Norte Elementary School
Pangal Norte, Echague, Isabela
Secondary: School of St. Joseph
Cabugao, Echague, Isabela
Tertiary: Far Eastern University
Nicanor Reyes Sr. St., Morayta, Sampaloc Manila
4th Honourable (high school)
MOTTO
“If is to be, it’s up to me”
Name: Cherrilene G. Medua

Address: 2268 Jaime dela Rosa St. Sampaloc Manila
Age: 19 years old
E-mail: mcahreon@yahoo.com
Date of Birth: October 16, 1990
Place of Birth: San Fernando Pampanga
EDUCATION
Primary: Immaculate Concepcion Catholic School
Sta. Cruz Laguna
Secondary: Pedro Guevarra Memorial National High School
Sta. Cruz Laguna
Juventus Award, Best in Public Speaking (elementary)
MOTTO
"Coming together is a beginning.
Keeping together is progress”
Name: Bernadette Anne D. Mendoza

Address: # 5 Sampaguita Street, San Pedro Subdivision 9, Bag-bag Novaliches, Qu
ezon City
Age: 20 yrs. old
Contact Number: 9378454 / 09053253504
E-mail: bernadetteannemendoza@yahoo.com
Date of Birth: June 17, 1989
Place of Birth: Quezon City
EDUCATION
Primary: St. James College
Quezon City
Secondary: Anglicum College
MJ Cuenco Street, Quezon City
First in Deportment (Elementary)
Best in CLVE (High School)
MOTTO
99% perspiration 1% aspiration
Name: Clarissa Isabelle A. Navida

Address: Lt14. Rosal St. Town and Country Executive Village, Marcos hi-way, Antip
olo City
Age: 19 years old
E-mail: nostalgic_bella@yahoo.com
Date of Birth: January 08, 1990
Place of Birth: Marikina City
EDUCATION
Primary: Gattaran East Central School
Secondary: Calaoagan Dackel National High School
Honor student (Elementary)
MOTTO
“Don't waste your life in doubts and fears: spend yourself on the work before you, well a
ssured that the right performance of this hour's duties will be the best preparation for the
hours or ages that follow it.”
-Ralph Waldo Emerson-

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FACTORS WHY JUNIOR AND SENIOR STUDENTS

In Partial Fulfillment of the

e by recommended for final output for defense.

PROF. EMMILLIE JOY B. MEJIA., R.N., M.A.N.

PROF. _____________________ PROF. _______________________

nce in Business Administration.

ELSA L.BATALLA, Ed.D

OLOPSC College Dean

cessful without them.

nd gift of knowledge in doing this study.

make their study significant.

d bless you always.

Title Page ................................................... ........................... I

Introduction ............................................... ........................... VIII

Research Methodology .............................. ........................... XIV

Interpretation and Analysis ......................... ........................... XV

Table Title Page

The research entitled “Factors Why Junior and Senior Students Do C

ut Classes” was constructed by the researchers for they wanted to discern

and take deep explorations concerning the behaviors of different individuals

d how such deed affects their academic performance.

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

eriod of growth and development. This development starts at the comfort of

ecomes the “scapegoat” for their problems. Consequently, professors, teac

some for any school teachers and staff.

An effective education abets everyone and aids them in getting a job

PURPOSE OF THE STUDY

and senior students cut in their class.

ng classes. Also, to be abreast regarding the satisfaction the students get.

As well as to know how the problems affect the academic performance of t

Lady of Perpetual Succor College.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

1. What kind of attitude/behavior they have?

2. Are they aware to the consequences when it comes to their grade?

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

This study is significant to:

This research is vital to students especially to those who are in tertiar

y level. It will provide information regarding the disadvantages of cutting cl

encouraged to do cutting classes. Students must be aware that this action

s must be taken seriously.

B. Parents and Guardian

ow how their sons/daughters behavior at school. Likewise, this would give t

effects on an individual’s academic performance.

The study focuses on identifying the factors concerning why junior an

d senior students do cutting classes. The study involved 20 students/ partici

pants in both sexes.

The study was conducted in Our Lady of Perpetual Succor College, a

private and non-sectarian institution located at Gen. Ordonez Street, Conc

The hypotheses based on the researchers are the following:

from ages 18-19 years old.

students do cutting classes.

3. Cutting classes might affect the academic performance of a student.

n addition, this study is recommended, for them to be well aware of their ac

ademic performances and for them to concentrate on their studies.

B. Parents and Guardian

ifferent factors on what encourages their child to do such practice.

problems that cutting classes might bring.

The study is also recommended to the school’s administration, so that t

on and constitute effective solution regarding the said problem.

Name: Kristine Grace P. Ongcoy

Primary: Parang Elementary School,

Name: Celene M. Rocuyan

PROF. _ PROF. ___