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ENGLISH GRAMMAR STRUCTURE AND VOCABULARY AND ITS

EFFECT TO THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE 4th YEAR
STUDENTS OF PHILIPPINE DARAKBANG THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE

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Thesis Presented to
The Faculty of Philippine Darakbang Theological College
Binalonan Campus, Binalonan, Pangasinan

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In Partial Fulfillment
of the Requirements for the Degree of Bachelor
of Secondary Education
Major in English

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by

ELLA MAE VALENCIA

January 2019
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Approval Sheet

This thesis entitled “ENGLISH GRAMMAR STRUCTURE AND

VOCABULARY AND ITS EFFECT TO THE ACADEMIC

PERFORMANCE OF THE 4th YEAR STUDENTS OF PHILIPPINE

DARAKBANG THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE ”, prepared and submitted by

Ella Mae N. Valencia in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the

degree, Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English has been

examined and hereby recommend for acceptance and approval for oral

examination.

Critic Reader Critic Adviser

Ms. Melinda Bacwo Mr. Ricky Apellido, Ed. D

Reading Committee

Rosalia D. Guadaña, ED. D

Chairman

Ms. Liezel Dimalibot Ms. Jane Quirimit

Member Member

Rev. Ludovico Gonzales Jr.

Member
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Panel of Examiners

Approved by the Committee on Oral Examination with a grade of

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Reading Committee

Rosalia D. Guadaña, ED. D

Chairman

Ms. Liezel Dimalibot Ms. Jane Quirimit

Member Member

Rev. Ludovico Gonzales Jr.

Member
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THESIS ABSTRACT

Title: ENGLISH GRAMMAR STRUCTURE AND VOCABULARY AND

ITS EFFECT TO THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF THE 4th YEAR

STUDENTS OF PHILIPPINE DARAKBANG THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE

Researcher: Ella Mae N. Valencia

Type of Publication: Unpublish

Institution: Philippine Darakbang Theological College

Keywords: English Proficiency, Academic performance, Grammar

Structure, Vocabulary

Abstract:

Rationale/Background

17 Students-respondents of Philippine Darakbang Theological

College, 17 students of fourth year.

This study sought to answer the problems, “What is the influence of

English Proficiency to the Academic Performance of the Respondent

students?”

Specifically, in this study, the first problem focused on the

respondents’ profile variables. These are: age and course.

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ACKNOWLEDGMENT

“In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path

straight” (Proverbs 3:6) Above all, All praise, Honor and Glory to God

Almighty for His unfailing love and immeasurable mercy and grace for the

accomplishment of this thesis. I would like to acknowledge the cooperation

and support I have received through many individuals right from the

beginning of my Degree courses.

First and foremost, I wish to place on record my sincere thanks to

Rev.Hoi, Kwon Jong, Ph. D. the President of Philippine Darakbang

Theological College to his sincere heart and for supporting us through

prayer. I wish to express my deep gratitude to the Dean of this institution

Dr. Rosalia D. Guadaña, and also to the OIC Ms. Liezel V. Dimalibot for

giving us the opportunity to conduct this Thesis. To our thesis

Adviser/Instructor Dr. Ricky B. Apellido that encourage us to pursue our

study.

To my adviser, Ms. Melinda Bacwo, Thank you, for your patience,

sincerity, helping hand and for imparting your knowledge which deeply

inspired me to complete this thesis in a perfect manner. Mam, truly it is a

great privilege and honor to work and study under your guidance. I thank

my Lord Jesus Christ for providing me such an excellent guide like you.
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I thank all my teachers and mentors right from pre-school till date

for their dedicated efforts in molding me up to the next level. Their

contribution means a lot to me.

My special thanks also to those persons who let me to borrow and

use their laptop in times of my research and typing work.

Unfortunately, I cannot thank everyone by name because it would

take a lifetime but, I just want you all to know that you count so much. Had

it not been for all your prayers and benedictions; were it not for your

sincere love and help, I would never have completed this thesis. So thank

you all.

And finally, To my mother, Angela N. Valencia and grandmother,

Evangeline Norcio for raising me up and molding me to build up a good

character. It’s highly appreciated all their sacrifices to give and provide my

needs.

- Ella Mae N. Valencia

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DEDICATION

This work is heart fully dedicated to:

God Almighty my Creator, my Strong Pillar, my Source of

Inspiration, wisdom, knowledge and understanding. He has been the

Source of my Strength throughout this program and on His wings

only have I soared.

To Norcio-Valencia Family the symbol of love and giving,

To my church Carosalesan Christian Fellowship Church and

Jesus Christ World Mission Church as my Spiritual family and home.

To my pastors, my spiritual parents and prayer warrior.

The PDTC; my second magnificent home

My great parents and guardians, who never stop giving of

themselves in countless ways.

My friends who encouraged and supported me.

All the people in my life who touched my heart, I dedicate this

research.

To God be the Glory!

- Ella Mae V.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

TITLE PAGE……………………………………………………………… i

APPROVAL SHEET……………………………………………………. ii

ABSTRACT……………………………………………………………… iv

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT………………………………………………… v

DEDICATION…………………………………………………………… vii

TABLE OF CONTENTS……………………………………………….. viii

LIST OF TABLES………………………………………………………. x

LISTS OF FIGURES…………………………………………………… xi

LIST OF APPENDICES……………………………………………… xi

Chapter

1 THE PROBLEM

Background of the Study………………………………… 1

Review of Related Literature ……………………... 4

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Related literature………………………………………… 5

Related Studies………………………………………….. 12

Theoretical/Conceptual Framework…………………… 22

Statement of the Problem………………………………. 24

Research Hypotheses………………………………….. 25

Significance of the Study……………………………….. 25

Scope and Delimitation of the Study………………….. 27

Definition of Terms………………………………………. 27

2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY………………………… 30

Research Method and Design…………….……………. 30

Respondents of the Study……………………………… 31

Table 1: Frame Sampling and Samples……………… 31

Data Gathering Instruments…………………………… 31

Validation of the Instrument…………………………… 32

Data Gathering Procedure…………………………….. 33

Statistical Treatment……………………………………. 34
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3 PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND INTERPRETATION OF

FINDINGS …………………………………………………… 35

Table 1: Profile - Frequency Distribution and Percentage of

Respondents according to Age ..……………… . 36
Table 2. Frequency Distribution and Percentage of Respondents
according to Course ………………………………. 36
Table 3: Average Grades of Students during the 1st and 2nd
Semester school year 2017-2018 ……………… 37
Table 4: Scores and Proficiency Level of Respondents in
Vocabulary….…………………………. 39
Table 5: Scores and Proficiency Level of Respondents in Structure
………………………………… 41
Table 6: Correlation Analysis between the Age Variable and the
Students’ Proficiency Level in Vocabulary
…………………………… 43
Table 7: Correlation Analysis between the Age Variable and the
Students’ Proficiency Level in Structure
……………………………… 45
Table 8: Correlation Analysis between the Course Variable and the

Students’ Proficiency Level in Vocabulary………… 47

Table 9: Correlation Analysis between the Course Variable and the

Students’ Proficiency Level in Structure ……… 49
Table 10: Correlation Analysis between the GPA in English subject
and the Students’ Proficiency Level in Vocabulary……. 50
Table 11: Correlation Analysis between the GPA in English subject
and the Students’ Proficiency Level in Structure ……. 52
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Table 12: Correlation Analysis between the GPA in Academic

Performance and the Students’ Proficiency Level in
Vocabulary ………. 55
Table 13: Correlation Analysis between the GPA in Academic
Performance and the Students’ Proficiency Level in Structure
………. 57

5 SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 61

Re-Statement of the problem………………………………… 61

Conclusions ……………………………………………………. 62

Recommendations…………………………………………….. 62

BIBLIOGRAPHY……………………………………………………… 64

APPENDICES………………………………………………………… 66

DEMONSTRATION LESSON PLAN……………………………… 75

CURRICULUM VITAE……………………………………………… 84