Revitalized Performance in MAthematics of Select Grade Six Pupils of Bawi Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

One of the fundamental subjects that one should learn is Mathematics. That is why it is always included in our school curriculum. Evidently, our life is engaged with numbers every day. Various activities that we perform are linked with numbers. These only show how important Mathematics is, not only as a subject, but for our daily undertakings. But despite these facts on the importance of Mathematics skill, some pupils show poor performance regarding this subject. The results of the test administered and the adverse performance of the pupils seem to be one of the problems that needs immediate solutions and actions.

METHODS

This study aims to improve and enhance the Performance of select Grade Six Pupils of Bawi Elementary School at Bawi, Padre Garcia, Batangas in Mathematics for school year 2016-2017.

The researcher provided a test and evaluation as the primary instrument in enhancing the performance in Mathematics of select Grade Six Pupils of Bawi Elementary School. The instrument used by the researcher in gathering data were the activities found in the output of the pupils. It was a 20-item test that contained multiple choice and analyzing/solving problems.

RESULTS

Based on the information gathered, lack of interest to poor comprehension obtained the highest rank. This imply that the students were not interested in the subject that may result to poor comprehensions and failing scores or grades. Negative attitudes towards the subject is the second in rank. Third, is the lack of follow-up at home from the parents.

DISCUSSIONS

Based from the result, the following should be given emphasis: focused attention to the problems encountered by the students and more practice exercises in enhancing their skills. They should also be provided with friendly, informal, and learning-supportive environments. Students should be guided in directing their attention away from self-centered worries during oral and written recitation. The teachers should make the class more challenging but fun and exciting. The teachers should undergo specific training courses on the strategies in solving word problems in order to upgrade their knowledge.