Effects of Computer-Based Learning Strategy in Teaching Mathematics

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Effective integration of technology is the result of teachers' competence and ability to shape instructional technology activities to meet students' needs. Teachers know their content and pedagogy, but when it comes to technology, teachers often learn along with students. Teachers focus on teaching students first-level technology skills, which include how to work the technology, but many teachers ignore the second-level skills of knowledge integration and a deeper understanding of analyzing information.

METHODS

The study was a survey descriptive in nature. All the elementary school teachers of Nag-iba Elementary School were the respondents of the study. Data were collected from 7 teachers as sample of the study through questionnaire. Data were analyzed through statistical tools of simple percentage and weighted mean.

RESULTS

The findings of the study indicate that using technology to enhance the educational process involves more than just learning how to use specific piece of hardware and software. It requires an understanding of pedagogical principles that are specific to the use of technology in an instructional setting. Pedagogy-based training begins by helping teachers understand the role of learning theory in the design and function of class activities and in the selection and use of instructional technologies.

DISCUSSIONS

Due to ICT's importance in society and in education, identifying the possible obstacles to the integration of these technologies in schools would be an important step in improving the quality of teaching and learning. The use of ICT in the classroom is very important for providing opportunities for students to learn to operate in an information age. Studying the obstacles to the use of ICT in education may assist educators to overcome these barriers and become successful technology adopters in the future.