Difficulties in Mathematics Met by Grade VI Pupils at Cogonan Elementary School Nasugbu, Batangas

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Mathematics is one subject that pervades life at any age. Its value goes beyond the classroom and the school. We used mathematics in our everyday life such as in banking transactions, buying or selling any product, giving or taking money, creating something, measurement of demand, etc. The researcher, being the teacher of Mathematics in Grade VI level fully understands that the pupils encountered difficulties in learning Mathematics concepts which resulted in a low performance constituting only 57 percent in mean possible scores of the pupils' performance in Mathematics.

METHODS

This research employed the descriptive-quantitative design of research. The quantitative design is a purposive process of data gathering, analyzing, classifying and tabulating data about the prevailing condition, practices, processes, and cause and effect relationships. It is supported by the adequate and accurate interpretation of such data with or without the aid of statistical treatment. The study used the survey method to assess the perception of the Grade VI pupils on the difficulties met by Grade VI pupils in Mathematics.

RESULTS

In light of the findings obtained, the researcher draws the following conclusions: 1.)The Grade VI pupils perceived the use of small group activity as an enhancement strategy in Mathematics; 2.) Most of the pupils have poor performance in Mathematics; 3.)Pupils performed better in Mathematics after being exposed to small group activity; 4.)The post-tests' scores of the pupils are significantly higher the pre-tests' scores; 5.) A proposed action plan was designed by the researcher in order to maximize the use of small group activity in Mathematics.

DISCUSSIONS

Based on the findings, the researcher recommended a follow-up to this study. Likewise, teachers should provide more exercises to reinforce the learning of pupils in Mathematics. Teachers should provide more strategies and approaches to make the learning of pupils in Mathematics become enjoyable and easy for them. Lastly, a proposed action plan is recommended for validation and implementation.