The core of this study is to investigate the impact of class attendance on the academic achievement of the students. The academic achievement or academic performance is measured by the exam score of the students.
Structured questionnaires have been prepared which provide a clear guide to extract the exact information from the desired source to conduct to study smoothly and effectively. The findings of this study explored that class attendance has a very strong relationship with academic performance of the student. The strong relationship between variables is claimed by the correlation between class attendance and academic performance of the students which is correlation 0.7686. Since, based on the findings of this study, it is concluded that class attendance has significant impact over academic performance so that it is recommended that compulsory class attendance and scholarship for full attendance are needed to be effectively implemented.
This important study has been conducted in many other developed, developing and underdeveloped countries so that it becomes crucial to identify the effect of class attendance on the academic performance of students in Bangladesh.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 Statement of the Problem
1.2 Purpose of the Study
1.3 Research Objective
1.4 Research Question
1.5 Significance of the Study
1.6 Hypothesis of the study
1.7 Limitation of the study
2. Literature Review
3. Methodology
3.1 Research Design
3.2 Target Population
3.3 Sample and Sampling Techniques
3.4 Research Instruments
3.5 Data and Data Collection Procedure
4. Results
5. Discussion
7. Recommendation
8. Suggestion for further Research
9. References
Research Objectives and Core Themes
This study aims to investigate the impact of class attendance on the academic achievement of secondary school students in the Kishoreganj district, specifically determining the magnitude of the correlation between attendance and exam performance.
- Analysis of the relationship between regular class attendance and academic success.
- Investigation into the effectiveness of mandatory attendance policies.
- Evaluation of factors contributing to student academic performance in secondary education.
- Identification of socio-economic and institutional barriers to school attendance.
- Practical recommendations for school administrations and government bodies to improve student engagement.
Excerpt from the Book
1. Introduction
A school is an educational institution which is set up with an aim to provide education to the students. School learning is very important not only for children but also for the nation. School provides the fundamental learning which is very crucial to build an educated nation and knowledgeable labor force. This education also has impact on the tertiary level education. Effective teaching and learning can only take place when teacher and student attend to the school on a regular basis. Regular attendance helps a student to prepare for the examination through class discussion. Therefore, they can achieve higher exam scores. Hence higher academic performance will be achieved. Pascopella 2007 stated that when students attend consistently in school they are more likely to be succeeded. Therefore, attendance in school is very important.
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: Outlines the importance of school attendance for national development and academic success, while introducing the problem statement and research objectives.
2. Literature Review: Provides a comprehensive overview of existing studies that demonstrate a significant positive relationship between attendance and test scores across various educational settings.
3. Methodology: Details the descriptive research design, sampling methods, and the collection of secondary data used to analyze the student sample.
4. Results: Presents the statistical correlation found between attendance records and average exam marks, highlighting a strong relationship.
5. Discussion: Explores the implications of the findings for policymakers, school authorities, and the necessity of community involvement.
7. Recommendation: Suggests implementing stricter attendance policies and fostering collaboration between parents and teachers to improve outcomes.
8. Suggestion for further Research: Proposes expanding the scope to measure mental involvement beyond physical attendance and conducting studies in other geographic areas.
9. References: Lists the academic literature and cited studies that support the findings of the research.
Keywords
Class attendance, Academic performance, Student achievement, Educational institution, Secondary education, Correlation analysis, Mandatory attendance, Teaching effectiveness, Exam scores, School management, Bangladesh education, Student engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
This work investigates the impact of class attendance on the academic achievement of secondary school students.
What are the central themes discussed in the paper?
Key themes include the correlation between attendance and performance, the role of school policies, and the involvement of stakeholders like parents and government.
What is the main research question?
The study asks whether there is a statistically significant correlation between class attendance and the academic performance of secondary school-going students.
Which methodology was employed for this study?
The researcher used a descriptive research design, collecting secondary data from school administration records for a sample of students.
What does the main body of the work cover?
The main body covers a literature review of previous global studies, the specific methodology used in the district of Kishoreganj, and an analysis of gathered data.
Which keywords define this research?
Key terms include Class attendance, Academic performance, Student achievement, Mandatory attendance, and Correlation analysis.
What does the study conclude regarding the relationship between variables?
The study concludes that there is a very strong, positive correlation (0.7686) between class attendance and academic performance.
How does the author propose to improve attendance?
The author recommends implementing mandatory attendance policies, providing scholarships for perfect attendance, and increasing parental involvement.
Why are secondary data used in this study?
Secondary data from school books were used to ensure accuracy, as primary data from students might be subject to reporting errors.
What are the identified limitations of this study?
Limitations include the small sample size, the focus on a specific geographic area in Bangladesh, and time constraints.
- Quote paper
- Anonym (Author), 2018, The Effect of Attendance on Students' Academic Performance. An Empirical Study in Bangladesh, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/583627
