Abstract
This study aims to examine the relationship between self-identity and academic achievement among secondary school students in the state of Sarawak, Malaysia. A total of 391 form four students from all over Sarawak were involved in this study. Quantitative methods in the form of a survey and descriptive analysis were employed. The Self-Identity Instrument (IJD) was created to measure the level of self-identity in secondary school students. This study utilized three types of data analysis. The descriptive analyses of frequency and percentage were used to describe the level of student’s self-identity. A further inferential analysis was also conducted and findings revealed that there is a significant relationship between self-identity and academic achievement. From the results of this study, it was concluded that students with a high level of self-identity are more likely to have better academic achievements. Therefore, in order to improve academic performance and achievement, an individual student must have the ability to develop his or her own self-identity.
Highlights
Self-identity is an issue that has been discussed at length by researchers in the field of social sciences (Brouillard & Hartlaub, 2005)
This study aims to examine the relationship between self-identity and academic achievement among secondary school students in the state of Sarawak, Malaysia
The efforts of all parties should be increased to ensure that the self-identity of students remains at a high level and can have a positive impact on society and the country
Summary
Self-identity is an issue that has been discussed at length by researchers in the field of social sciences (Brouillard & Hartlaub, 2005). Within the Malaysian context, self-identity is a relatively complex issue because the country embraces the diversity of races, religions, cultures, and languages (Ibrahim, 2010). In this regard, Hussin (2006) stressed that aspects of personality development need to be balanced with academic excellence. Hassan & Safar (2010), in their study, concluded that a strong personality and self-identity can lead to academic excellence which will subsequently reveal the leadership qualities in the students. The issue of self-identity needs to be examined carefully to understand the current situation of teenagers
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