“Attitude and learning environment in science, technology and society (STS) among1st year bsba students of cagayan state university, andrews campus”

This study was conducted to determine the attitude and learning environment in Science, Technology and Society among 1st year BSBA students of Cagayan State University, Andrews Campus. The number of respondents was determined using Slovin's formula. A total of 240 students participated in the study. The evaluation questionnaire consists of Likert type rating scales. The following cut-off points were utilized to interpret the ratings: 1.00–1.74 =Poor, 1.75–2.49=Fair. 2.5–3.24= Satisfactory, 3.25–4.00= Very Satisfactory. The responses in the collected filled-up questionnaire were tallied in the data master sheet and encoded in the computer for the processing using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, such as frequency, weighted mean rating, and ranking. Data reveals that out of 240 respondents, female respondents are greater having a total of 168 than that of males having 72 or 30%. Respondents have an overall very satisfactory rating on attitude towards Science, Technology and Society which implies that they enjoy their STS class, they sees the value, uses and importance of the subject matter in their life. Respondents also participate actively in their STS class. An overall very satisfactory level in Science, Technology and Society class learning environment among students reveals that 1st year BSBA respondents perceive that there is fairness in grading system and the teacher clearly defined the house rules on discipline and proper behavior. Respondents perceive that the classroom is conducive for learning. This implies that they can focus in studying and learning because of properly arranged and well ventilated class rooms. The respondents recognizes the teachers’ effort in providing a positive learning atmosphere for the students to grasp the subject matter. The teacher gets along well with the students and goes out his/her way to assist the students. This implies that learning STS becomes easier because the teacher provide support and concern to the students. The result of the study shows that the 1st year BSBA students of Cagayan State University, Andrews Campus have a positive learning attitude and good learning environment towards studying Science, Technology and Society subject.