Impact of Excessive Homework on Academic Achievement among Grade 12
Students of Saint Michael College, Cantilan, Incorporated
Instructions:
Kindly answer the following questions honestly. Your responses will remain confidential and
will be used solely for research purposes. Please place a checkmark (✓) on the box that
corresponds to your answer.
Part 1: Profile of Respondents
1. Age
☐ 16
☐ 17
☐ 18
☐ 19 and above
2. Gender
☐ Male
☐ Female
☐ Prefer not to say
3. Strand
☐ Academic – STEM
☐ Academic – ABM
☐ Academic – HUMSS
☐ TVL – Home Economics
☐ TVL – Industrial Arts
☐ Others: _______________
Part 2: Advantages and Disadvantages of Excessive Homework
Rate your agreement with the following statements about the advantages and
disadvantages of excessive homework.
(1 – Strongly Disagree, 2 – Disagree, 3 – Neutral, 4 – Agree, 5 – Strongly Agree)
A. Advantages of Excessive Homework
Statement 1 2 3 4 5
1. Excessive homework enhances my
understanding of lessons.
2. Completing homework develops
discipline and responsibility.
3. Homework improves my problem-
solving skills.
4. Homework reinforces lessons taught in
class.
5. Regular homework practice builds time
management skills.
6. Homework improves my ability to recall
and apply knowledge.
7. Homework prepares me for exams and
future challenges.
8. Homework boosts my confidence when
I complete assignments successfully.
9. Homework allows me to engage with
real-world applications of lessons.
10. Group homework assignments
encourage teamwork and collaboration.
B. Disadvantages of Excessive Homework
Statement 1 2 3 4 5
1. Excessive homework causes stress and
anxiety.
2. Homework reduces time for extracurricular
activities.
3. I often feel overwhelmed by the volume of
homework assigned.
4. Excessive homework negatively affects my
sleep schedule.
5. Homework assignments sometimes feel
repetitive and unproductive.
6. Lack of clear instructions in homework
makes it difficult to complete.
7. Homework limits my time for family and
social interactions.
8. I struggle to complete homework due to lack
of resources or support.
9. Homework assignments sometimes cause a
loss of interest in learning.
10. Excessive homework creates pressure to
meet deadlines at the cost of quality.
Part 3: Self-Regulatory Strategies Employed by Students
Rate how frequently you apply the following strategies when managing homework.
(1 – Never, 2 – Rarely, 3 – Sometimes, 4 – Often, 5 – Always)
Strategy 1 2 3 4 5
1. I set clear goals before starting homework.
2. I reflect on the importance of homework for
my academic success.
3. I stay motivated even when homework is
challenging.
4. I maintain a positive mindset about
completing assignments.
5. I use self-rewards as motivation to complete
tasks.
B. Behavioral Factor
Strategy 1 2 3 4 5
1. I create a schedule to manage my homework
efficiently.
2. I prioritize tasks based on deadlines and
difficulty.
3. I avoid distractions such as social media
while doing homework.
4. I break down large assign nments into
smaller, manageable tasks.
5. I take short breaks during long homework
sessions to maintain focus.
C. Environmental Factor
Strategy 1 2 3 4 5
1. I complete homework in a quiet, distraction-free
environment.
2. I seek help from teachers or classmates when I
don’t understand a task.
3. I use online resources or books for additional
support.
4. I ask for feedback from teachers about my
completed homework.
5. I ensure that my study area has all the necessary
materials for completing assignments.
Part 4: Homework Strategies that Significantly Improve Performance
Rate the effectiveness of the following homework strategies in improving your academic
performance.
(1 – Not Effective, 2 – Slightly Effective, 3 – Neutral, 4 – Effective, 5 – Very Effective)
Strategy 1 2 3 4 5
1. Homework with clear instructions
and guidelines.
2. Homework designed to fit within a
reasonable timeframe.
3. Homework that allows for
collaboration with classmates.
4. Homework integrating real-life
examples and applications.
5. Homework broken into smaller,
manageable tasks.
6. Homework that incorporates
interactive elements like videos or
hands-on activities.
7. Receiving constructive feedback
on completed assignments.
8. Allowing students to select topics
for homework when applicable.
9. Combining written, visual, and
practical components in homework
tasks.
10. Homework that builds on
previous lessons to reinforce
knowledge.