Philippine E-Journals

Examining the Relationship Between Science Investigatory Project Learning Experience and Attitudes Toward Science of Grade 11 STEM Students

Jonathan P. Mellona | Miguel Santos

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

This study aimed to determine the relationship between science investigatory project learning experience and attitudes toward science of Grade 11 STEM students at San Isidro National High School during the school year 2025-2026. The study employed de-scriptive-correlational research design and gathered data from 28 Grade 11 STEM students through survey questionnaires. Descrip-tive statistics revealed that Grade 11 STEM students exhibited a very good level of learning experience, in terms of learning en-gagement, conceptual understanding and collaboration, after the implementation of science investigatory project. Similarly, they demonstrated very good attitudes toward science, in terms of con-fidence, enjoyment and utility. Meanwhile, inferential statistics re-vealed that there was a highly significant relationship found be-tween science investigatory project learning experience and atti-tudes toward science among Grade 11 STEM students with mod-erate to strong positive correlations (r values ranging from 0.451 to 0.756, p<0.05). This affirmed that science investigatory project learning experiences provide a critical pedagogical approach in fostering positive attitudes toward science. Furthermore, this study encourages teachers to integrate project-based learning, such as SIP, in science teaching. Meanwhile, school administrators may conduct professional development focusing on inquiry-based and project-based teaching strategies. In addition, the proposed action plan must be implemented to improve the learning experi-ence and attitudes toward science through SIP, ensuring sustained improvement in both engagement and scientific disposition.