Self-Determination and Academic Persistence among Alternative Learning System Students: Implications for Program Enrichment
Venus Jhenica Jaravata | Vince Joshua Silva | Rovic DelosAngeles | Jeremich Serafica | Noralyn Muria
Discipline: Education
Abstract:
Education is a critical determinant of student success; however, numerous factors hinder degree completion among
some Filipinos. In this context, 'non-traditional students' encompass out-of-school children, youth, and adults. This
demographic exhibits an elevated dropout risk compared to other students. Specifically, in Lipa City, only 89.42% of
non-traditional students complete their programs, with a dropout rate of 10.58%, which prompted the conduct of the
present study. Using a correlational research design, this study investigates the correlation between self-determination
and academic persistence among non-traditional students. Survey instruments, including a demographic data form,
the Self-Determination Student Scale, and the Academic Persistence Scale, were administered to 150 randomly
selected participants. Findings indicate high levels of self-determination and academic persistence, with a positive
correlation between the two variables: as self-determination increases, so does academic persistence. However, the
sub-factor of relatedness within self-determination scored moderately, as did the implementation subscale of academic
persistence. These results highlight the need for collaborative efforts from teachers, the Department of Education, and
other stakeholders to enhance interpersonal skills and persistence among non-traditional students, thereby improving
completion rates. The study recommends that mobile teachers support students in developing time management skills
and organizing team-building activities to foster peer socialization. Future research should explore additional factors
influencing academic persistence and employ diverse research designs to obtain more comprehensive data beyond the
scope of correlational studies
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