The purpose of the study was to explore the relation between selected Socio-economic and parenting factors on the academic performance of pupils. The study used a descriptive research designed type. A total of twenty-nine (29) pupils who are in Basic two were used for the study.
Questionnaires and test were the instruments used in gathering data on pupils and their parents. Responses from the pupils and their parents were treated statistically using frequency tables, percentages, mean, standard deviation and Pearson’s Correlation as the tools.
Major findings from the study indicated that pupils’ academic performance is just above average; and that the Socio- economic and parenting factors of the parents of the pupils’ are also average. The study further established that there is a significant, medium and positive relation existing between the Socio-economic status of pupils’ parents and pupils’ academic performance; the parenting attitudes and pupils’ academic performance. Finally, the study again established that there is a significant, medium relation between the Socio-economic status of pupils’ parents and their parenting attitude or responsible parenting. Based the findings, suggestions in the form of recommendations were offered, which included; the need for deepened teacher – parent collaboration and the school undertaking activities to attract parents to the school.
Table of Contents
1. ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Purpose of the Study
1.4 Research
1.5 Significance of the Study
1.6 Delimitation
1.7 Limitations
1.8 Organisation of the study
2. TWO: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Conceptual bases of parental roles, economic status and student academic achievement.
2.3 Empirical review on influence of parental variables on pupils’ performance
2.4 Issues about education, parenting, socio-economic status and students’ achievement
2.5 Conclusion
3. THREE: METHODLOGY
3.1 Research design
3.2 Population
3.3 Sample and Sampling Technique
3.4 Instruments
3.5 Data Collection Procedure
3.6 Data Analysis Technique
4. FOUR: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
4.1 Background information
4.2 Academic performance of pupils
4.3 Socio-economic status of parents
4.4 Parenting attitude/responsibilities
4.5 Socio-economic status of parents and pupils’ academic performance
4.6 Parenting attitudes and pupils’ academic performance
4.7 Socio-economic status of parents and their parenting attitudes/responsibilities
5. FIVE: SUMMARY, COCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Summary
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Recommendations
5.4 Suggestions for further research
Objectives and Research Themes
This study investigates the influence of selected socio-economic factors and parenting attitudes on the academic achievement of pupils at the Archbishop Porter "A" Primary School in Effia Kuma, specifically addressing the gap in empirical evidence regarding these relationships in the local school context.
- Impact of parental socio-economic status (SES) on pupil academic performance.
- Influence of parenting attitudes and responsible parenting on learning outcomes.
- Relationship between socio-economic status and the quality of parenting provided.
- Evaluation of academic performance in core subjects at the primary level.
- Role of government interventions in mitigating financial barriers to education.
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Background of the study
An individual’s educational achievements is closely linked to numerous factors for which some may be known and others not. Battle and Lewis (2002), share the view that one’s life chances, income and his/her overall well being is determined by his/her education. Education is therefore viewed as the medium through which mankind gains a full capacity of his/her potentialities – through integrated activities such as teaching, learning, assessment, remedial activities and classification of pupils’ achievement levels for placement and/or decision making. Consequently, the significance of education in the overall development of children cannot be overemphasised.
In Ghana, the education of children of all school going age can be said to be a national priority. This is evidenced in the implementation of the Free Compulsory Basic Education (fCUBE) policy. Practically, governments- both past and present - have displayed commitment to the implementation of this policy in the form of “creating opportunities and strengths in primary education” (Mankoe 2001:12). Some of the opportunities in primary school education include; payment of capitation grant of GHc 4.50 per pupil per year(GHc 1.50 per term), provision of free meals, provision of teachers, provision of free textbooks and in some cases exercise books and syllabuses –
Summary of Chapters
ONE: INTRODUCTION: This chapter introduces the study's background, research problem, objectives, and significance, while setting the scope and limitations of the research.
TWO: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE: This section examines existing research and conceptual frameworks regarding parental socio-economic status, parenting styles, and their influence on student academic performance.
THREE: METHODLOGY: The methodology chapter details the descriptive research design, population, sampling techniques, and data collection instruments used to conduct the study.
FOUR: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION: This chapter presents the statistical data collected from the questionnaires and academic tests, analyzing the relationships between variables through correlation analysis.
FIVE: SUMMARY, COCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: The final chapter summarizes the research findings, provides conclusions based on the data, and offers recommendations for teachers and school authorities.
Keywords
Socio-economic status, parenting attitudes, academic achievement, primary education, fCUBE, responsible parenting, school performance, pupil assessment, educational support, Ghana education, student development, parental involvement, learning environment, descriptive research, correlational study.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The study examines how parental socio-economic factors and parenting attitudes influence the academic performance of primary school pupils at Archbishop Porter "A" Primary School.
What are the central themes explored?
The core themes include the impact of family income, parental education, and parental involvement (responsible parenting) on the learning outcomes of children in basic education.
What is the main objective of the study?
The main objective is to establish statistical correlations between parental socio-economic status, parenting attitudes, and the actual academic achievement of pupils.
Which research methodology was employed?
The study utilized a descriptive research design, employing survey techniques, questionnaires for parents, and school-based assessment results for pupil achievement.
What does the main body of the work cover?
It provides a literature review, describes the research methods, presents findings based on statistical tools (mean, standard deviation, Pearson's correlation), and discusses the implications of these results.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
Socio-economic status, academic achievement, parenting attitudes, primary education, and parental involvement are the most critical descriptors for this research.
Did the study find a relationship between SES and academic success?
Yes, the findings established a significant, medium, and positive correlation between the socio-economic status of parents and the academic performance of their wards.
Does parenting style affect pupil achievement according to the study?
The results indicate that responsible parenting attitudes are positively and significantly related to improved academic performance among the studied pupils.
What conclusion did the author reach regarding the teachers' perceptions?
The study found that while teachers believed parents were largely irresponsible, the empirical data provided a more nuanced picture, suggesting parents are generally involved at an average level.
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- Gifty Esi Barnes (Autor), James Sunney Quaicoe (Autor), 2012, The influences of selected socio-economic factors of parents and parenting attitudes on the academic achievements of their wards, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/207456
