ICT-Based Instruction in Enhancing Pupils' Academic Performance in Teaching Elementary Mathematics V

Abstract

Introduction

The prime duties of being a classroom teacher include consideration of the welfare of the pupils & always observe individual indifferences and be part of the pupils' day to day learning experiences in the educational process of the educational system. Based on observation regarding pupils' behavior, the majority of them are irresponsible in performing academic responsibilities, particularly in Mathematics. This study aims to enhance the academic performance of the pupils and eradicate the number of non-numerates using ICT-based instruction as an effective teaching strategy.

Methods

The study made use of an experimental type of action research which employed a survey questionnaire, pre-test & post-test design supported by unstructured interview to determine the perception of the respondents on the use of ICT-based instruction in which 28 Gr. VI-1 pupils who served as independent variables and 28 Gr. VI-2 pupils who served as the dependent variable of the study subject for the proposed intervention.

Results

The findings show pupil-respondents have strong agreement with regards to their perception of the use of ICT-based instruction. There is a significant difference between the numeracy skills of the participants before and after the proposed intervention. In line with the implication or impact of ICT-based after the proposed intervention, pupil respondents strongly agree that ICT-based instruction improved their academic performance in Mathematics. The researcher found out that ICT-based teaching strategy was more likely an answer to the deteriorating pupils' academic performance because ICT brings a lot of positive reinforcement and motivation towards the teaching-learning process.

Discussions

The results reveal that ICT-based instruction should be integrated into all learning areas to enhance pupils' academic performance. ICT-based instruction should be adopted by all teachers in their teaching because this will arouse their interest and it is an effective strategy to achieve a high level of proficiency in all learning areas and considered determining factor in eradicating the number of non-numerates among Grade VI learners. Conduct more intensive hands-on training on the use of ICT-based instruction to strengthen the skills on the use of ICT-base to achieve high-level proficiency. Internet connection for every school should be provided to further develop online searching skills. School heads should support ICT-based implementation programs for the benefit of teachers and learners.