The Use of Photomath in the Senior High School Curriculum

Abstract

Nowadays, technology has become a major part of the life of students in terms of learning through cellphones, tablets, laptops, computer and such. Filipinos tend to follow the natural way of teaching, through blackboards and whiteboards. At present, there is some school who embraced technology, using PowerPointpresentations in TV screens, learning tablets and other techs. With this in mind, the question still stands on whether the students are using technology in the way they study. This study will focus on the application “Photomath” and its reliability towards solving mathematical equations in Senior High Level. This Qualitative study aims to analyze the student’s perception of the Photomath’s reliability. Eight (8) students in Saint AugustineSchool Senior High School were randomly selected and was interviewed to know their opinions and perceptions towards Photomath and its reliability. The participants were asked several questions about Photomath, and if they agree on its reliability, and if they recommend the application on other students. The findings on the study revealed that Photomath is relying solely on non-complex mathematical equations, but is not reliable on complex mathematical equations. Students prefer being taught by teachers rather than being taught by technology. They prefer to use scientific calculator rather than Photomath because of the calculators being a hands-on experience. It is recommended that the procedures stated herein be tested on other schools that prefer to use the medium of technology, as the results of the study is a basis for further studies on the application Photomath.