Math on Wheels: A Comprehensive Pedagogical Learning Tool in Advancing the Mathematical Skills of Grade 5

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This research paper aimed to evaluate the individual and overall acceptability of the inclusions of Math on Wheels as a comprehensive pedagogical learning tool and evaluate further its impact in advancing Mathematical skills of Grade 5 pupils of Gomez Elementary School. This study ventured on using improvised learning tools to address the needs and give support to the existing tools used by the Mathematics teachers. The researcher infused the use of locally available materials towards material development for giving instructions and supplementary learning activities.

METHODS

This study used the descriptive evaluative and quasi-experimental design of research. In studying the impact of Math on Wheels in advancing pupils' Mathematical skills and concepts, one group pre-test and post-test were subjected to be answered by the targets of the study. Triangulation of instruments using validation questionnaires, interview, and observation notes was also considered for comprehensive and reliable significant data.

RESULTS

The acceptability of the material was high as reflected in the scores given by the validators. All the ratings given to each component namely the Inclusion, Usability, Appeal to the target users, Mathematical Significance and Durability were interpreted as perfectly acceptable. It received an overall rating of 4. 47 interpreted also as perfectly acceptable. Pre-test and post-test conducted resulted with the t-score of 4. 98 which was greater than the tabulated t-value of 2. 04. Hence, this clearly showed that there was a significant difference in pupils' mean scores before and after utilizing Math on Wheels.

DISCUSSIONS

This study focused on improvisation of an acceptable learning tool from locally available materials based on the challenges faced by Grade 5 Mathematics students and teachers. A checklist questionnaire was answered by 5 Mathematics teachers, 5 Master Teachers, and 30 Grade 5 Pupils who also took one group pre-test and post-test. This paper serves as an instruction model to the Mathematics teachers to enhance their instruction through creatively developing and utilizing a comprehensive pedagogical learning tool available in their immediate environment.