Technology-Aided Instruction in the Teaching of Mathematics in Public Secondary Schools District IV, Division of Batangas Province: Basis for an Enhancement Program

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The advent of computer technology opened new trends and avenues in teaching and learning. Inspired by the scientific inventions and technological development in every sphere of life, creative teachers replace the traditional methods of teaching with novel emerging instructional paradigms. In this study, the effectiveness of technology-aided instruction is to be proven.

METHODS

The descriptive method involves the gathering of information about existing conditions through a normative approach, supported with a descriptive analysis of data gathered from the said survey. On the other hand, the experimental method of research uses to control and experimental groups from which the results will be obtained from applying testing procedures. The respondents of the study include 105 school heads and 197 Mathematics teachers from selected public secondary schools. The subject students were selected heterogeneously.

RESULTS

Keeping up with innovations is one of the important challenges that teachers face in changing education. Individuals tend to learn better and faster when they love what they are doing, as they are greatly motivated. There is an evident clarity on the effects of the utilization of technology-aided instruction in teaching Mathematics in the areas related to the presentation of the lesson, as a motivational tool, in classroom activities, and on students' learning outcome. The test performance of the students is better after exposure to technology-aided instruction than that of being taught in the traditional chalk and board method.

DISCUSSIONS

The result demonstrates that learning Mathematics with technology will be more enjoyable rather than a mind-numbing subject. Teachers could prepare an interesting and motivating lesson that will catch learner's attention. The use of computers in a learning media strengthens students' motivation and educational processes. It gives opportunities to both students and teachers to learn and teach more quickly and to combine active learning with computer technology.