Improving the Performance of Grade 10 Learners in Science using Sole

This study investigated the effectiveness of the Self-Organized Learning Environment (SOLE) approach in improving the academic performance of Grade 10 Science learners at Bayambang National High School during the 2024–2025 school year. Utilizing a quasi-experimental research design, the study assessed the impact of SOLE on students’ understanding of the coordinated functions of the nervous, endocrine, and reproductive systems. A total of 40 learners participated in the study. Pretest and posttest scores were collected and analyzed to determine changes in academic performance following the intervention. The mean pretest score was 21%, indicated a low level of prior knowledge using the traditional method. After implementing SOLE, the mean posttest score increased to 40%, showing an average gain of 18.88 percentage points. A paired-samples t-test revealed a statistically significant improvement (t = 27.25, p < 0.00001), confirming the effectiveness of the intervention. The findings suggested that SOLE is a powerful pedagogical tool that fosters learner engagement, critical thinking, and collaborative learning. It proved to be an effective strategy for enhancing conceptual understanding in science education. The study supported the integration of SOLE into teaching practices to achieve better learning outcomes and contribute to the advancement of learner-centered instruction in STEM education.