The Relationship between Coping Mechanisms and Self-Efficacy in Learning Social Studies among Grade 3 Learners

This study examined the relationship between coping mechanisms and self-efficacy in learning Social Studies among 372 Grade 3 learners in San Fernando District II, Division of Bukidnon, during the School Year 2025–2026. A descriptive–correlational research design was employed to determine learners’ coping mechanisms across five dimensions: advanced learning and motivation, self-direction and focus, enthusiasm and positive outlook, pursuing the course and rigorous study, and teacher aid and assistance, as well as their level of self-efficacy. Data were collected using validated survey instruments and analyzed using means, standard deviations, and Pearson product–moment correlations.

coping mechanisms, self-efficacy, Social Studies learning, Grade 3 learners

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