SLOW LEARNERS FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 2011-2012
I. Situation
Classroom teachers are usually faced with the problem on individual differences, different pupils of varying intelligence, interest temperaments, and backgrounds, fast learners, slow learners, active children, and lazy children.
San Vicente Elementary School which is situatedof Biñan City has a total population of 2500 from Grades I-VI. In Grade V, the identified slow learners are fifteen (15) out of forty-five (45) pupils. The school tried to identify the root cause for school/teacher factors are not part of the problem. They have a standard class size, classroom conducive to learning and good rapport between teacher-pupil relationships.
Through the conduct of diagnostic test in all learning areas PHIL-IRI (pre-test) both English and Filipino and their previous performance in the previous grade, there are found to be left behind in terms of academic performance.
To attain the goal of the desired learning outcomes, the Teacher tries to discover the reasons why they are considered as slow learners. For almost a month, the pupils are observing as to behavior, attendance in the class and family status. For the root causes identified, the researcher decides to write the proposal about effective classroom management in handling Grade V slow learners for S.Y. 2011-2012.
II. Problem
How to have effective classroom management in handling Grade Five Slow Learners for the School Year 2011-2012.
Possible Causes:
A. Poor academic performance.
B. Less interest in study because of the influence of computer.
C. Poor study habits.
III. Generation of Alternative Solutions
A. Encourage students to study their lesson at least one hour a day.
B. Allowing the children to plan activities within their range of interest and abilities.
C. Using such techniques as social drama for the purpose of developing insights in practical life situations.