Factors Affecting the Mathematics Performance of Mathematics Major Students
Journal Title: Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal - Year 2022, Vol 4, Issue 9
Abstract
Mathematics is one of the subjects that is taught in all Schools and Universities. It is usually viewed by students as difficult subject. This study aimed to determine the factors that affect the Mathematics performance of Mathematics major students and the extent of each factor. Further, it sought to determine the challenges encountered by the respondents in learning Mathematics. The study has three research questions and it made used of the explanatory-sequential research design. Relevant literatures were reviewed on theories and findings that emerged from different authors. There were 57 respondents involved in the study, 47 from 1st year to 3rd year Mathematics major student and 10 from 4th year students at Notre Dame of Midsayap College. Data collection was done by using questionnaires. The findings showed that factors that affect Mathematics performance are the sources of the challenges in learning Mathematics. It also indicated that learning Mathematics is affected by numerous factors such as needs, interest, and seriousness of the subject matter, teachers' practices and methodologies, teachers' personality, parental support and home environment. The respondents have encountered challenges in learning Mathematics such as unfavorable teaching practices, lack of time management, lack of motivation, poor internet connectivity, and difficulty to get rapid feedback, lack of knowledge and regulation skills, and limited quotas.
Authors and Affiliations
Jeremias Obina, Danilo Derio, Annie Rose Rosa, Jonna Fe Gorit, Kaye Bolina, Dominic Martinez, Jolai Bolaños
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP728206
- DOI https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7160780
- Views 85
- Downloads 0
Chasing the Dreams: A Phenomenological Study of ALS Graduates Pursuing Teacher Education Course
Finishing a bachelor's degree is essential for a stable job in society. However, studying in college is a constant struggle among ALS graduates. Study shows that ALS graduates experience discrimination, lack of knowledge...
Mentoring and Technical Assistance of Master Teachers in the Division Of Palawan, Department Of Education
The study was conducted to assess the mentoring and technical assistance provided by Secondary School Master Teachers in assisting beginning teachers. Frequency count, percentage, and Spearman Correlation Coefficient was...
Psychosocial Support Activities on Learners’ Psychosocial Readiness and Well-Being in Elementary Education
This study investigates the relationship between the implementation of Psychosocial Support Activities (PSA) and the psychosocial readiness and well-being of learners participating in in-person classes in the Second Cong...
Differentiated Instruction in Teaching Fourth Grade Mathematics: Basis for an Instructional Module
This quasi-experimental study investigated the impact of differentiated instruction on the mathematical literacy of fourth-grade students at the University of St. La Salle – Integrated School. The study aimed to compare...
Parental Involvement and Students’ Academic Performance: Basis for an Intervention Program
This study was conducted to investigate the impact of parental involvement on the academic performance of students at Rizza National High School, Antipolo City, during the school year 2023-2024, serving as a basis for an...