Chapter I THE PROBLEM AND ITS SETTING Introduction A peer group is a social group consisting of humans.

It is a primary group of people, typically informal, who share a similar or equal status and who are usually of roughly the same age, tended to travel around and interact. Unlike the family and the school, the peer group lets children escape the direct supervision of adults. Among peers, children learn to form relationships on their own. Peer group also offer the chance to discuss interests that adults may not share with their children (such as clothing and popular music) or permit (such as drugs and sex). Peer acceptance represents social status or popularity within a large group. Youth who have more mutual friends (i. e., individuals with similar degree of affection for one another) are more likely to be accepted by their larger peer group (George and Hartmamn, 1996; Parker and Asher, 1993). It provides youth with self- esteem and improved psychological adjustment. It has been shown to be associated with greater feelings of belongingness (Brown and Lonr, 1987) and fewer behavioral problems in youth (Coie, Terry, Lenox, Lochman, and Hyman, 1995). Developing high quality peer relationships are important because young people who have difficulties in developing or maintaining friendships are more likely to: (1) engage in aggressive behavior; (2) report low academic achievement and high unemployment later in life; (3) exhibit higher degrees of loneliness and depression.

Chapter II METHOD OF RESEARCH AND PROCEDURES This chapter contains the methodology and techniques, and instrument, the sources of data, and what statistical tools will be utilized to analyze and interpret the data. Methods of Research The researcher adopted the descriptive method of research. It attempts to analyze, explain, and state the present phenomena. The principal aims of this method are to describe and examine the nature of situation, and to explore the effects of phenomena. A survey questionnaire was utilized in gathering data related to the study. Materials of Collecting and Development of the Research Instruments A survey questionnaire was utilized in gathering the needed data in the study. Part I of the questionnaire delves on the socio- demographic profile of the respondents; Part II includes specific questions regarding the negative and positive impacts of peer relationship on the behavior of elementary pupils; Part III states the possible intervention programs that will minimize the negative effects of peer relationship among elementary pupils. A pre- survey was conducted among the respondents to find out the group of pupils with different characteristics.

PEER RELATIONSHIP AND ITS IMPACT ON CHILDS BEHAVIOR: A BASIS FOR MAKING UP MODULES FOR LEARNERS BEHAVIOR

A RESEARCH PROPOSAL SUBMITTED TO DR. EDISTEO B. BERNARDEZ IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT TO THE REQUIREMENTS FOR EDUC 201 (METHODS OF RESEARCH)

BY: CHARITY CHRISTINE T. TAN MASTER OF EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT 2nd SEMESTER, 2012-2013 DR.GLORIA D. LACSON FOUNDATION COLLEGES

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The researcher expresses her sincerest gratitude to all individuals who, in one way or another contributed to the completion of this work. To all whose help and support were instrumental in the academic fulfillment of this piece of work in preparing and completing this research paper, this acknowledgement is due. To Dr. Edisteo B. Bernardez, the researcher professor, for extending valuable assistance and support, his insights, time, and expertise in giving direction and guidance which hastened the completion of our study. To the parents, elementary pupils and teachers of Grade V of St John Academy who gave their full cooperation and participation as the respondents of our study. To my parents, who financially supported me and continuously gave encouragements for me to go on. To my cousin who never left me behind, made me laugh when I feel tired while conducting the study. Above all, our Almighty God, for endowing me the knowledge and wisdom, strength, and a helping hand to undertake a difficult task and to make this study a success.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Acknowledgement Chapter I. The Problem and Its Setting Chapter II. Methods of research and Procedures Bibliography Questionnaire Resume of Researcher i 1 11 14 15 27