Challenges and Effective Time Management Strategies Implemented in the Achievement of Improved Academic Performance

Abstract

This study investigates the pedagogical approaches applicable for 21st century college classroom in English language teaching of 25 ESL teachers from the Star Talk Online Company-Baguio examining and analyzing the responses to the following research questions 1 What is the level of severity of challenges faced by English as ESL teachers in implementing effective time management for improving academic performance?, 2 What is the level of effectiveness of time management strategies being employed by ESL teachers in their instructional practices to enhance academic performance?, and 3 What checklist maybe developed to assist the teachers in integrating effective time management in teaching? The research employed a quantitative approach, utilizing a structured questionnaire for data collection and analysis exploring challenges across interruptions and destructions, multi-tasking, procrastination, improper planning, finding difficulty in saying no to people, and difficulty in prioritizing tasks. Findings indicate that while English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers face various challenges in managing their time effectively, these issues are generally of slight to moderate severity. Among the identified obstacles, postponement emerged as the most significant concern, encouraging a need for improved strategies in prioritization and task completion. Despite these challenges, the results reveal that ESL teachers are highly motivated in addressing time management difficulties through structured planning and self-discipline. The utilization of short-range planning, positive time attitudes, and long-range strategies reflects their strong commitment to maximizing productivity and maintaining instructional quality in online teaching environments.