Project-Based Learning Approach and Student Engagement among College Students

Abstract

This study explored the student engagement of college students, focusing on the factors that how learning outcomes and academic achievement could be impacted by students' opinions on project-based learning and their participation in class activities. The study determined the significant relationship between perception of the utilization of project-based learning approaches and student engagement among college students in Santo Tomas, Province of Davao del Norte. The data were gathered from the 225 BTVTEd students. This study used stratified random sampling technique. This study utilized quantitative non-experimental research through a descriptive correlational design. This study utilized adapted instruments that were thoroughly evaluated for precision and relevance. The statistical tools used in this study were mean and person r. Results revealed that perception of the utilization of project-based learning approach and student engagement got a descriptive level of very high which was always observed. The study findings implied that students who have a positive perception of PBL are more likely to be highly engaged, likely because it encourages them to actively participate, collaborate, and apply their knowledge in real-world contexts. The relationship between perception of the utilization of project-based learning approaches and student engagement suggests that increasing the application of project-based learning methods has the potential to improve student engagement and drive in their education.