Enhancing the Mathematical Vocabularies of Grade 5 Classes in Urdaneta Elementary School through Different Tools

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Solving word problems in Mathematics is an important aspect of learning Mathematics. Unfortunately, in everyday work, pupils exhibit difficulties in such activities. They easily execute basic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. However, when the operations are behind word problems, many pupils struggle on what to do. This study was undertaken to enhance the mathematical vocabularies of Grade 5 pupils using different tools and to know the effect of these tools on the academic performance of the pupils.

METHODS

The study used a one-group pretest-posttest design. The respondents were sixty (60) Grade 5 pupils and the instrument used was a 10-item test during pretest and posttest. The scores of the respondents in the pretest and posttest was tabulated and compared to show the impact of the tools used. Data were statistically treated using percentage, mean, standard deviation, and t-test. The Wilcoxon Match Pair Signed Rank T-test was employed to determine the significant difference of the mean scores on the pretest and posttest.

RESULTS

After analyzing the data and employing statistical treatment, it was found out and concluded that the level of comprehension of Grade V pupils of Urdaneta Elementary School increased from the mean scores of 3.07 in the pretest and 8.71 in the posttest. It showed that the tools used were valuable and effective. Moreover, there was a significant difference between the pretest and posttest scores based on the absolute computed z-value of 6.74 which was greater than the tabulated p-value of 2.31. Therefore, null hypothesis was rejected.

DISCUSSIONS

Based on the results of the study, it recommended that the tools used in this research must be used for all grade level. It is also recommended to use word wall, games, and drills in teaching Mathematics especially in enhancing mathematical skills. Lastly, future researchers are encouraged to undertake another study about this topic and use its results as a springboard.