Mastery Learning Approach through the Use of Worksheets and E-Games in Teaching Divisibility Rules among Grade V pupils in Inicbulan Elementary School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

In the delivery of instruction, teachers always focused on the mastery of learning competencies, utilizing differentiated approaches and strategies suited to the level, interest, and abilities of learners. The researcher conducted an action research to help Grade five pupils of Inicbulan Elementary School to increase their learning efficiency and learning achievement in dividing numbers specifically on divisibility rules. This action research aimed to use mastery learning approach using worksheets and e-games in teaching divisibility rules.

METHODS

The researcher used data gathering procedures namely focus group discussion, questionnaires, and checklist. The researcher uses different kinds of test like summative test and teacher-made exercises, worksheets and e-games which involved divisibility rules. Project E-GAMES, which means Everyday during lunch break Group and individual Activities focused on Mastery of Divisibility Rules Enrichment and intervention activities for Slow and struggling learners, were the proposed intervention scheme used by the researcher to increase the learning achievement of Grade five pupils.

RESULTS

Findings revealed that during the first summative test the common difficulties encountered by pupils were the lessons about divisibility rules. The poor study habit and lack of interest in the subject also hinder in their success toward the subject. On the other hand, Interventions are a great aid in uplifting their interest in math lessons. However, the researcher gave some recommendations like teachers should study and focus on the difficulties of pupils in Mathematics particularly in divisibility rules. A thorough review monitoring and evaluation of pupils' division skills should be pursued to determine their level of understanding and interventions must be applied in teaching division for them to comprehend and solve the given equations and later problem situations.

DISCUSSIONS

The results demonstrate the need for mastery learning approach using worksheets and e-games as a great aid in understanding and applying the divisibility rules of Grade five pupils. Varied types of worksheets such as math journals and e-games should be made available in the classroom.