The Ironic Filipino Humor: Culture of Anti-Intellectualism on the Self-Esteem of Grade 12 Academic Achievers at Lyceum of Alabang, S.Y. 2022-2023
Journal Title: Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal - Year 2023, Vol 13, Issue 4
Abstract
Anti-intellectualism has been a prevalent phenomenon in educational institutions for generations, targeting the most active and high-performing students and academic achievers as asserted. The research aims to know the related themes to the existing anti-intellectualism, the impact of anti-intellectualism on the self-esteem of academic achievers, and students' perception towards anti-intellectualism. A phenomenological research design was used in the study, which is focused on the lived experiences of Grade 12 academic achievers on anti-intellectualism. The researchers used purposive sampling given that they needed to obtain key informants who fit the set of criteria. The conducted One-on-One interview presented that the Grade 12 Academic Achievers in Lyceum of Alabang have low self-esteem because of being exposed to anti-intellectualism. Therefore, the research reveals that academic achievers face external factors such as an unhealthy learning environment, normalized anti-intellectualism, and unhealthy competition, which contribute to their exposure to anti-intellectualism, while smart shaming, characterized by high expectations, opposite beliefs, crab mentality, backhanded compliments, and inside jokes, significantly impacts their self-esteem and social interactions, ultimately hindering their academic and personal development; therefore, the normalization of anti-intellectualism in various settings restricts their potential for participation and perpetuates a culture that shames and undermines intellectuals.
Authors and Affiliations
Alexanda Eunice Secapuri, Mel Grace Agbon, Lovely Angel Gomez, Mandella Jan Saclayan, Danica Demaclid, Dana Campos, Neil Celestino Ochoa, John Rafael Risos
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