Improving the Mastery Level in Adding Rational Algebraic Expressions through the Math-TALAS Activity

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Students of far-flung sitios are the most deprived learners in terms of school allowances, school materials, baon, etc. Few are found to be exceptionally intelligent despite their situation but most of them are slow learners. Every day going to school is a struggle. Most of the time students would wake up early in the morning picking up any vegetables/fruits to sell before going to school to survive and sustain their daily needs. That's why learning is often neglected because survival is more important than education. Students of these types are often shy, sensitive and scared to inquire at the teacher about their difficulty in learning a particular topic. The total enrolment of Grade 8-Schwann students of Bingcongan Integrated School is 47. Based on the records of their assessment, the researcher has found out that 9 students were having low mastery level in adding rational algebraic expressions.

METHODS

The researcher used the descriptive method during the research. Collection of data was based on students result from the Pretest. Remedial session through Math-TALAS(Tutorial Aid in Learning to Add Swiftly) activity was given in one month, during Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Attendance will be checked and their mastery level for the Post Test shall be utilized in the analysis of the result. Participants and/or other sources of Data Information. The participants of the research were gathered through purposive sampling. It was found out that 9 out of 47 Grade 8 students of Bingcongan Integrated School have low MPS in adding rational algebraic expressions.

RESULTS

The output showed the overall results of the study through the administration of the post-test to the participants and their mastery level has improved after undergoing the activities. Out of 47 students, 38 students mastered the competency and 9 students did not master the competency. It shows that there is an increase in students' mastery level in adding rational algebraic expressions after the intervention. From 81% who mastered the competency from the pretest, it increases to 100% on the post-test.

DISCUSSIONS

Based on the findings, there is an increase in students' mastery level through regular remedial classes in tutorial settings. Adequate knowledge of remedial classes and materials and lastly the commitment to do the task will sustain the students' needs who are low in numerical skills.