Enhancing the Least Mastered Skills in Mathematics of Grade 6 Pupils at Paaralang Elementarya ng Palahanan Using E-Learning Games

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Difficulties in learning Mathematics is a common problem among pupils of all ages. These learning difficulties range from mild to severe and may require instructional attention and various treatment methods. One of the difficulties is anxiety that can lead to a negative attitude towards Math. It is more important to help our pupils acquire a positive perception in Mathematics through E-learning games. In Paaralang Elementarya ng Palahanan, one of the priorities cited in School Improvement Plan is Mathematics. Pupils lack the application of skills and techniques that will help them develop their critical thinking, reasoning power, and creativity which they use in working independently in Math activities. The teachers observed that there are pupils that have problems in applying the four fundamental operation skills such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing numbers. Their failure in Mathematics is due to their difficulty in applying these skills. This study aims to find solution that could assist the Grade 6 pupils of Paaralang Elementarya ng Palahanan in enhancing the least mastered skills using E-Learning games.

METHODS

The researcher used a descriptive method through questionnaires to gather data for the research. The set of questionnaires was developed to determine the effects of E-Learning Games in enhancing the four fundamental operation and other least mastered skills. The respondents of the study were 111 Grade Six Pupils at Paaralang Elementarya ng Palahanan.

RESULTS

The study revealed the following results: (1) E-Learning Games enhanced the mastery learning and comprehension of Grade Six pupils in multiplication skills (2) E-Learning Games stimulated, motivated and sustained pupils' interest (3) E-Learning Games improved the teaching strategy in Mathematics in Multiplication skills and other least mastered skills particularly.

DISCUSSIONS

The result paved way to encourage and motivate teachers to use E-Learning Games in Four Fundamental Operation to enhance pupils' performance in Mathematics. Integration of E-Learning Games should not only be used in teaching Mathematics but also with other subjects. The school head and the ICT teachers should encourage and support the use of E-Learning Games in Mathematics and in other subjects.: