The Influence of Classroom Learning Environment and Study Habits on Academic Engagement of Junior High School Students

This study explored the influence of classroom learning environment and study habits on academic engagement of junior high school students at Lorenzo S. Sarmiento Sr. National High School. The main objective was to determine the level of classroom learning environment and academic engagement, study habits and academic engagement. Additionally, the study aimed to identify which domains of the classroom learning environment and study habits might significantly influence academic engagement. A quantitative correlation design was employed, involving 250 respondents from junior high school students in Lorenzo S. Sarmiento Sr. National High School. The statistical tools utilized included mean, Spearman’s rho, and multiple regression analysis. The results indicated a high level of classroom learning environment among junior high school students in terms of classroom positive, diversity values, and persistence in major. Similarly, there was a high level of study habits in terms of time management, attitude and goal setting. Furthermore, the study revealed a high level of academic engagement in behavioral engagement, cognitive engagement, and emotional engagement. The findings also established a high correlation and significant relationship between classroom learning environment and academic engagement, as well as study habits and academic engagement, leading to the rejection of the null hypothesis. All domains of classroom learning environment and study habits significantly influenced academic engagement as perceived by junior high school students. Consequently, school might adapt strategies that enhance classroom learning environment to develop students study habits and to improve academic engagement.