Authors : Mary Bernadette D. Cabrera; Maricel B. Catral; Nikka C. Cordova; Cleona Aila I. Cruzat; Trisha Mae M. Cuevas; Cristele Jane P. Dalawampu; Mekaela E. Serrano; Bryle A. Armeza

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 12 - December

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Abstract : The study aims to demonstrate that recycled flashcards offer a statistically significant improvement in students’ retention and understanding while concurrently fostering environmental responsibility by promoting sustainable practices. The expected outcomes suggest this approach is a practical, low-cost, and innovative strategy to enhance academic performance and contribute to the development of holistic, eco-friendly teaching methods aligned with modern educational mandates. General Chemistry is a foundational STEM course universally recognized for its difficulty, largely due to the subject’s reliance on abstract, non-visual concepts and extensive details. This challenge often results in poor long-term learning retention, affecting students’ subsequent academic performance and confidence. Traditional study aids, while effective for immediate recall, frequently generate additional waste, conflicting with contemporary pushes for sustainable educational practices. This action research, entitled “Enhancing Students’ Learning Retention Through the Use of Recycled Flashcards As An Eco-Friendly Study Tool,” addresses this dual challenge by investigating the efficacy of utilizing flashcards created from upcycled materials.

Keywords : Recycled Flashcards, Learning Retention, Study Tool.

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