Academic Challenges of BEED Students
Academic Challenges of BEED Students
Research indicates that academic stress and anxiety have a detrimental impact on student engagement and performance. Williams & Lee (2023) linked these mental health issues to lower levels of student engagement and poorer academic outcomes . Villanueva (2023) further found that stress and anxiety are common among BEED students in the Philippines, although stigma around mental health prevents many from seeking help .
Financial challenges such as the need to work part-time to cover expenses negatively affect academic focus among BEED students. Anderson (2024) found that financial difficulties often prevent students from concentrating on their studies . Locally, Reyes & Santos (2024) noted that students with financial aid performed better, as affordability issues like lack of resources, internet, and technology access impacted their ability to study effectively .
Coping mechanisms play a crucial role in mediating or reducing the negative impacts of academic challenges. Effective coping strategies can help students handle stress, maintain their academic track, and consequently improve performance . Students utilizing coping mechanisms such as peer support, faculty guidance, and self-discipline are better equipped to manage their academic challenges and achieve success .
The availability of financial aid has positive implications for the academic performance of BEED students, as it alleviates the need to juggle work and school responsibilities. Reyes & Santos (2024) found that students receiving financial aid performed better academically due to reduced stress and better access to educational resources .
The conceptual framework illustrates that academic challenges serve as the root source of obstacles in BEED students' academic journeys, while coping mechanisms intervene to mediate these effects. Consequently, these coping strategies can mitigate the adverse impacts leading to enhanced academic success. This relationship underscores the importance of effective support systems and personal coping strategies in overcoming academic challenges to achieve success .
Mental health stigma significantly deters BEED students from utilizing available mental health services. Villanueva (2023) found that despite prevalent stress and anxiety, the stigma surrounding mental health prevents many students from seeking the support they need, leading to persistent unmanaged mental health issues that hinder academic engagement and performance .
According to the literature, effective time management strategies, such as proper scheduling and the use of digital tools, are linked to better academic performance among education students. Smith & Johnson (2023) found that students who manage their time well perform significantly better academically . Locally, Dela Cruz (2023) supports this by showing that BEED students in the Philippines with structured routines also tend to perform better .
Cultural and family expectations intensify academic stress by adding additional pressure on BEED students to perform well, as outlined by Garcia (2024). These expectations contribute to higher stress levels, affecting student performance and requiring schools to offer more tailored support to manage these pressures effectively .
The study employed a quantitative descriptive research design, chosen for its capacity to gather numeric data through surveys and analyze it statistically. This method reveals the prevalence of specific academic challenges, identifies patterns in student responses, and offers objective insights into the overall extent and impact of these challenges. The structured approach and statistical analysis enable clear identification of key academic issues faced by BEED students at Hyrons College .
An excessive academic workload leads to burnout and poor performance, as observed by Brown (2024). This study suggested the need for mentor support and a better distribution of workload to enhance academic success . The local context also supports this view, with Garcia (2024) discussing how intense family and cultural expectations further augment academic stress among BEED students, necessitating institutional support and fair workload management .