PeTMaLU (Peer Teaching in Mathematics: Learning Unfold)

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

It has been observed that our learners are computer oriented in nature and they depend heavily on what is visually present without understanding what is being implied. The result of the assessment is depressing. Moreover, some students are hesitant to ask teachers regarding the topic. To help the learners, PeTMaLU (Peer Teaching in Mathematics: Learning Unfold) was implemented. It is a peer tutoring wherein students are paired together to practice academic skills and master content. This teaching strategy aimed to help accommodate a classroom full of diverse students who need more individualized attention. Likewise, assess the intervention effect of the PeTMaLU on the academic achievement and attitude of math students.

METHODS

The study entails the use of Pretest-Posttest Experimental Design. Thirty (30) students from Section Orion were used as samples. The students were divided into 3 groups: the talented (top 10), middle (controlled) and the bottom 10. Results of the First, Second and Third Periodical Exams of each group were gathered. The Mean Percentage Scores (MPS) in their Quarterly Test and Average in their Quarterly Grades were computed.

RESULTS

Results show that Top 10 students got an MPS of 60.20%, 64.80% and 75% in the first, second and third quarter test, respectively. Meanwhile, the low performing group obtained a mastery level of 34.80% in the first, 52.00% in the second and 52.40% in the third quarter exam. The controlled group, on the other hand, got 23.60% .on the first quarter exam, increased MPS of 61.80% on the second and 63.40% on the third quarter test. The average of the three groups were 47.40%, 59.53% and 63.60% on the first, second and third quarter exams, respectively.

DISCUSSIONS

The study shows that peer teaching is an active tool in improving the performance of the students in Mathematics. It is strongly recommended to study the efficiency of this strategy on other subjects or on the school level. In Castor Alviar National High School, small numbers of teachers-researches have been conducted to study the peer teaching strategy and its effect on several variables. The authors recommend the researchers to study this strategy and explore its benefits on the students.