Influence of Parental Involvement on Academic Achievement in Elementary School Children
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Parental Involvement, Academic Achievement, Elementary School ChildrenAbstract
Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess the influence of parental involvement on academic achievement in elementary school children.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study indicated that children whose parents are actively engaged in their education tend to perform better academically. This involvement includes activities such as helping with homework, attending school events, and communicating regularly with teachers. When parents demonstrate interest and support, children often show improved motivation, better attendance, and higher grades. Furthermore, parental involvement has been linked to enhanced cognitive development and improved social skills among elementary school students. These positive effects are observed across various socio-economic backgrounds, highlighting the universal importance of parental engagement in fostering academic success during early education years.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social capital theory, ecological systems theory and self-determination theory may be used to anchor future studies on assessing the influence of parental involvement on academic achievement in elementary school children. Develop and implement evidence-based parent involvement programs in elementary schools that focus on enhancing parents' skills in supporting their children's learning, fostering positive communication between parents and teachers, and promoting a supportive home learning environment. Advocate for policies that recognize and support the importance of parental involvement in academic achievement, providing resources and incentives for schools and communities to establish meaningful partnerships with parents.
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