Enhancing the Ability of Grade 6 Pupils of Paaralang Elementaryang Palahananin Mathematics through the Use of Arts

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This action research aims to increase the ability in learning Mathematics of the Grade 6 Pupils at Paaralang Elementarya ng Palahanan School Year 2018-2019. It has been observed that the pupils easily got bored in solving numbers during their Math period. They enjoyed more in doing their arts activities especially in drawing and coloring pictures. For this reason, the researcher thought of applying arts in teaching Mathematics.

METHODS

The descriptive method was employed in evaluating the effectiveness of using different activities of arts in teaching Mathematics. This method was applied to Grade Six students at Paaralang Elementarya ng Palahanan. The instruments used were as follows: results of periodical test, mastery index per competency, attendance, and observations.

RESULTS

The results of the study done by the researcher revealed the following: teaching Mathematics with the used of arts enhanced the mastery learning of Grade 6 pupils in each competency based from the periodic results. There was also a significant difference between the MPS of Second Periodic Test and Third Periodic Test. Furthermore, it also stimulated, motivated and sustained pupils’ interest during Math class, decreased the students’ number of absences, and improved the teaching strategy in Mathematics.

DISCUSSIONS

The results revealed that the undertaken activities produced better accomplishments. The teacher should be encouraged and motivated to use arts activities in Mathematics to enhance the pupils' performance. Integrating arts in teaching can also be done in other learning areas. Moreover, the observation and guidance by the Math teacher was done daily specially during Math Period. The foregoing findings made the researcher conclude that the creativity and efforts of teachers and participation of parents and students were all needed in accomplishing the project.