E-Learning through Mind Map: Its Effect to Students' Proficiency in Science

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This action research was primarily focused on the effect of a mind map as an e-learning strategy to the learning proficiency in the science of the Grade 10 students in JBT Caing Sr. Memorial Integrated School, Tambalil, Kiamba, Sarangani Province school year 2017-2018.

METHODS

It employed a quasi-experimental design. The subjects of the study were 80 grade 10 students who were selected randomly to form two groups, the control group (n=40) and the experimental group (n=40). The researcher utilized the traditional method of lecture to the control group and e-learning through mind mapping strategy to the experimental group.

RESULTS

Results of the t-test showed that there is a significant difference between the mean gain scores of the experimental and the control groups in science. The use of mind map as e-learning strategy has improved the science proficiency level of the students. This strategy is effective and can facilitate the learning of the students, thus increasing their proficiency level.

DISCUSSIONS

Mind map as e-learning strategy is more effective in increasing the science proficiency level of the students than the conventional or traditional method of teaching science. Hence, to improve teaching effectiveness and increase the proficiency of students in science, teachers may consider e-learning teaching strategies that encourage greater engagement among students of different learning styles.