Project CoAsTaR-LIMS (Contextualized Assessment tools and Remediation Linking to Improved Mathematics Skills) for Better Understanding of Mathematics Lessons of Grade III Pupils of Taliba Elementary

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

To develop mathematical competence students must be involved in a dynamic process of thinking mathematically, creating and exploring methods of solution, solving problems, communicating their understanding. Assessment, therefore, reinforce this view of the learning process. From a survey given to pupils, we found out that students continue to choose not to study mathematics and they are unable to learn it because it is too difficult to figure out. To cope up with Department of Education-Batangas drive to improve literacy and numeracy, the school came up with a project that will help pupils to understand the lessons, apply the skills learned and at the same time find enjoyment which we also think will help improve the respondents learning and perception about Mathematics.

METHODS

The descriptive survey method was used in this study. The researchers used questionnaires, observations, interviews, students' class work and other student outputs for this study. The questionnaires were administered before and after Project CoAstaR-LIMS was implemented. Student interviews were done informally before, during, and after classes. Several categories affecting Mathematics lessons understanding were being presented in the questionnaire.

RESULTS

To determine which grade level should be included in the project. The project Team uses the results of SMEA for SY 2017-2018. They used the survey method wherein a face to face encounter with pupils was organized, survey questions were prepared and questionnaire in checklist form is being accomplished. As a result, Grade III pupils need great development. Based on the conducted survey and administration of questionnaires among 23 pupils,14 or 62% reasoned difficulty in understanding Mathematics lessons. The findings implied that during the implementation of the project pupils perform better in Mathematics. Project CoAstaR-LIMS is an effective way of improving the class proficiency level and lessening the unmastered skills. Pupils who passed the formative tests average to 18 out of 23 or 78%. The class has increased proficiency level in Mathematics.

DISCUSSIONS

Developing localized instructional materials helps students understand the lessons well. The available evidence suggests that Mathematics teachers can help pupils in their consequential numeracy learning by assessing the learners' skills and capabilities as a basis of the next teaching step. Analyzing the result of the assessment made is essential in ensuring that learning really takes place in every classroom situation.