MOTIVATION (Mathematics Innovation) in Multiplying Numbers to Academic Performance among Grade Four Pupils in Taysan Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Mathematics is one of those disciplines greatly influenced by the process of change in our world today. Multiplication tasks seem to be a stumbling block among pupils' mathematical progress. In this study, we seek for possible solutions that could assist pupils to enhance their level of performance in mathematics, particularly in multiplying numbers.

METHODS

Experimental research design and descriptive method of research were applied in the study. The researcher utilized the construction of the lesson plan, discussions, and administration of the test and procedure. A diagnostic test was given to 35 pupils in grade four Ilang-Ilang of Taysan Elementary School during the academic year 2017-2018, as well as the survey questionnaire. Frequency, percentage, ranking, and T-Test were the statistical tools used inthe study.

RESULTS

The findings show that the instructional materials used by the teacher in teaching multiplication are charts, counters, drill board, flashcard, Illustrations, pictures, realia, e-games, PowerPoint presentation, and video clips. The study also shows that the difficulties observed by the teacher are attitudes of the pupils in learning multiplication, the pupils' prior knowledge, the instructional materials used, and the time allotment for the classroom activities. On the other hand, the study reveals that the current performance of grade four Ilang-ilang pupils in multiplying numbers was evidently poor based on the pre-test, and they performed well during post-test. It shows also that there was a significant difference between the result of the pre-test and post-test given among the grade four Ilang-Ilang pupils.

DISCUSSIONS

Based on the findings, supplementary material and activity through MATHVATION were developed. The MATHVATION offered video clips, powerpoint presentation, and E-games as supplementary materials and multiplication morning exercise by means of video clips, drills, and exercises during remedial classes and E-games are the supplementary activities under this program that other teachers can utilize to improve the pupils' performance in multiplying numbers. The said materials used in MATHVATION enhance the pupils’ interest in learning the lesson. The results show also that the difficulties observed by the teacher must be addressed by the teacher immediately to avoid further problems and complication with other lessons in Mathematics.