Abstract

This study was aimed to determine if there is a significant difference between the mean

level of stress among Grade 11 and Grade 12 learners and to identify what type of

stressors contributes the most to the student’s stress level. The research was carried out

quantitatively by using non experimental-comparative research design. This study will

be discussing only one major variable which is the level of stress. A total of (N=100)

participants were selected from Our Lady of Fatima University each comprising of 50

Grade 11 and 50 Grade 12 learners using quota sampling technique with the help of a

screening tool. A survey is conducted using Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) and Sources of

Stress table as the primary data gathering tool. The results reveals that Grade 11 learners

accumulate a mean of 19.44 while Grade 12 learners had a mean of 21.82. This implies

that the mean level of stress of Grade 12 learners surpass the mean level of stress of

Grade 11 learners. Since the t-value (t=0.57) obtained is higher than the cut-off of 0.05,

the null hypothesis presented by the researchers is rejected. Therefore, there is a

significant difference between the mean level of stress among Grade 11 and Grade 12

learners. The primary source of stress among students is the fear of failing examinations

and meeting parent’s expectations and these produced a moderate level of stress. A more

extent sample size and using another type of data gathering tool is recommended to

ascertain the validity and reliability of the study.

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 Table of Contents
Abstract.................................................................................................................... i
Table of Contents.....................................................................................................ii
1.0 Introduction........................................................................................................1
1.1 Statement of the Problem..................................................................... 3
1.2 Hypothesis .............................................................................................3
1.3 Definition of Terms ................................................................................3
1.4 Scope and Delimitation .........................................................................5
1.5 Significant of the Study .........................................................................6
2.0 Methodology .....................................................................................................7
2.1 Research Design ....................................................................................7
2.2 Research Locale ....................................................................................7
2.3 Informant Selection ...............................................................................8
2.4 Research Instrument..............................................................................9
2.4.1 Screening Tool..........................................................................9
2.4.2 Standardized Test ..................................................................10
2.5 Research Ethics.................................................................................... 11
2.6 Data Collection .....................................................................................12
3.0 Results .............................................................................................................13
4.0 Discussion........................................................................................................46
4.1 Conclusion............................................................................................ 48
4.2 Recommendation................................................................................. 49
Appendices
Appendix 1 : Informed Consent
Appendix 2 : Screening Tool
Appendix 3 : Standardized Test
List of Tables
 List of Tables

Table 1.0 Repondent's Demographic Profile (N=100).............................................13

Table 1.1 Gender.............................................................................................13

Table 1.2 Strand..............................................................................................13

Table 1.3 Age Group.......................................................................................14

Table 2.0 Perceived Stress Scale..............................................................................15

Table 2.1 Grade 11 learners...........................................................................15

Table 2.1.1 Question 1........................................................................15

Table 2.1.2 Question 2.......................................................................16

Table 2.1.3 Question 3........................................................................16

Table 2.1.4 Question 4........................................................................17

Table 2.1.5 Question 5........................................................................18

Table 2.1.6 Question 6........................................................................19

Table 2.1.7 Question 7........................................................................19

Table 2.1.8 Question 8........................................................................20

Table 2.1.9 Question 9........................................................................21

Table 2.1.10 Question 10.....................................................................22

Table 2.2 Grade 12 learners...........................................................................22

Table 2.2.1 Question 1........................................................................22

Table 2.2.2 Question 2........................................................................23

Table 2.2.3 Question 3........................................................................24

Table 2.2.4 Question 4........................................................................25

Table 2.2.5 Question 5........................................................................25

Table 2.2.6 Question 6........................................................................26

 Table 2.2.7 Question 7........................................................................27

Table 2.2.8 Question 8........................................................................28

Table 2.2.9 Question 9........................................................................28

Table 2.2.10 Question 10.....................................................................29

Table 2.3 PSS Scale Scores.......................................................................... 30

Table 2.3.1 Grade 11 learners.............................................................30

Table 2.3.2 Grade 12 learners.............................................................32

Table 3.0 Sources of Stress.......................................................................................35

Table 3.1 Grade 11 learners..........................................................................35

Table 3.1.1 Question 1........................................................................35

Table 3.1.2 Question 2........................................................................35

Table 3.1.3 Question 3........................................................................36

Table 3.1.4 Question 4........................................................................36

Table 3.1.5 Question 5........................................................................37

Table 3.1.6 Question 6........................................................................37

Table 3.1.7 Question 7........................................................................38

Table 3.1.8 Question 8........................................................................38

Table 3.1.9 Question 9........................................................................39

Table 3.1.10 Question 10....................................................................39

Table 3.2 Grade 12 learners...........................................................................40

Table 3.2.1 Question 1........................................................................40

Table 3.2.2 Question 2........................................................................40

Table 3.2.3 Question 3........................................................................41

Table 3.2.4 Question 4........................................................................41

 Table 3.2.5 Question 5........................................................................42

Table 3.2.6 Question 6........................................................................42

Table 3.2.7 Question 7........................................................................43

Table 3.2.8 Question 8........................................................................43

Table 3.2.9 Question 9........................................................................44

Table 3.2.10 Question 10....................................................................45

Table 3.3 Ratio Assessment..........................................................................45

Table 3.4 Ratio Assessment..........................................................................46

Table 5.0 Comparison of the Mean of Grade 11 and Grade 12 learners...............46

Table 6.0 Interpretation of the Sources of Stress Table.........................................47