Authors : Cresty A. Sarias

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 3 - March

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Abstract : Poor student behavior in learning English remains a persistent problem. The significance of positive and negative reinforcement in the behavior in learning English was determined. Using predictive research design and applying simple random sampling in selecting 134 Junior High School students as respondents, results showed that the model to predict the criterion is moderately significant (46.8%). This claim partially supports Reinforcement Theory which states that reinforcement shapes and strengthens student behavior. Future research may examine other reinforcement variables explaining the remaining variance. Qualitative research may be explored to attain this. The use of reinforcement strategies to foster positive behavior in learning English may be initiated.

Keywords : Positive Reinforcement, Negative Reinforcement, Predictors of Behavior, Learning English.

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