Factors Affecting Mathematics Achievement of Grade 5 Pupils of Pooc Elementary School in the School Year 2018-2019

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Mathematics is one of the compulsory core subjects in the elementary level of education. Despite the wide applicability and importance of Mathematics, many pupils did not perform well in the subject.

METHODS

The pupils were given questionnaires divided into three categories: pupil related factors, teacher related factors, and parents related factors.

RESULTS

In the extent of pupil related factors, positive attitude and positive study habits of pupils towards Mathematics were seen only oftenand sometimes. This showed that pupils need to be motivated to study Mathematics. In the extent of teacher related factors, good personality traits and teaching skills of teacher were always seen. This showed that the teacher was doing her best to teach the pupils. In the extent of parent related factors, support and involvement were seen only sometimes. This showed that parents must realize that pupils need their full support and help.

DISCUSSIONS

The results revealed that there are really factors affecting the Mathematics achievement of pupils.