Enhancing Mathematical Performance of Grade 6 Learners through Sining sa Matematika (SINIMA

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This action research aims to enhance the performance of Grade 6 learners in Mathematics in San Gabriel II Elementary School by using Sining sa Matematika (SINIMA). This seeks to (1) use Sining sa Matematika (SINIMA) to enhancing learners' mastery in Mathematics; (2) to improve comprehension skills in Mathematical concepts; (3) use, stimulate, motivate, and sustain pupils' interest in Mathematics, and (4) improve teaching strategy.

METHODS

The study was conducted during the 1st and 2ndGrading Periods targeting 46 pupils. It made use of One -Shot Experimental Design to test the effectiveness of "Sining sa Matematika (SINIMA)”.

RESULTS

Findings showed that (SINIMA) enhanced the performances of Grade 6 learners in Mathematics.

DISCUSSIONS

From the results, the researcher draws conclusions with the following statements: (1) Sining sa Matematika (SINIMA) enhanced the mastery learning and comprehension of Grade 6 learners based on the pretest and posttest. There was a significant difference between the means of pretest and posttest using t-test as the statistical treatment; (2) Sining sa Matematika (SINIMA) stimulated, motivated, and sustained pupils' interests; (3) Sining sa Matematika (SINIMA) improved teaching strategies in Mathematics. The researcher suggests that teachers should be encouraged and motivated to use Sining sa Matematika (SINIMA) so as to enhance pupils' performance. The integration of arts should not only be used in teaching Mathematics but also with other subjects. The school head should encourage and support the generation and use of the Sining sa Matematika (SINIMA).