Context Analysis in Word Problem in Physics of Grade 10 Students: Uncovering the Difficulties through Learning Aid Module

Abstract

INTRODUCTION
Problem-solving is oftentimes viewed as "the way to learn Physics". It is believed that working with problems gives students a structure wherein concepts and principles contained in the course material are reviewed. However, in spite of this belief, the problem solving will promote a better understanding of Physics; many students of Physics still continue to show poor performance in problem-solving. This research study aimed to determine the causes of difficulties in solving word problems in physics and the development of the learning aid module. Specifically, it sought to determine the cause of difficulties in solving word problems in terms of organization of ideas, vocabulary word, content presentation, adequacy of concepts and illustrations; develop learning aid module to enhance the problem-solving difficulties in physics.

METHODS

The study utilized descriptive and experimental method to determine the causes of difficulties in solving word problems in physics and development of learning aid module. The pretest and posttest served as main sources of data to determine the effectiveness of the learning aid module in Physics as a performance-enhancing tool for students. To determine the respondents' students' level of acceptability of the learning aid module, a questionnaire was used.

RESULTS

There are five common causes of difficulties in solving word problems in Physics. The organization of ideas, vocabulary words, and content presentation. Furthermore, adequacy of concept and illustration. The respondents, therefore evaluate that vocabulary word with the highest weighted mean implies that the learner has difficulty in understanding the context, analyzing the questions and comprehend the problem-solving in Physics. Hence, the vocabulary is the most common cause of difficulties in solving word problems in physics; the developed learning aid module for students. is ready for use; developed a learning aid module is an effective tool for the reinforcement in difficulties in solving word problems of students in Physics.

DISCUSSIONS

The results demonstrate the difficulties of students in answering word problems in physics. The teachers might adapt the developed learning aid module for students in reaching their learning needs in solving word problems in Physics. Since the material covers only about electricity and magnetism. It may also be developed to enhance learner's scholastic achievements in Physics. The module uses localization as a means of understanding the word problem in physics.