02. DSSC Electronic Theses and Dissertations
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Item Lived experiences of mathematics teachers in the early transition phase of adapting MATATAG curriculum: A phenomenological study of challenges and opportunitiesRivero, Madelaine D. (Davao del Sur State College, 2025-05)This phenomenological study aimed to explore the lived experiences and perceptions of Mathematics teachers during the early transition phase of adapting the MATATAG curriculum in Malungon, Sarangani Province. With the focus on four districts in the municipality, the research aimed to understand teachers' perception of the difference between the previous and the MATATAG Mathematics curricula, as well as the changes in their roles and functions. Utilizing Kurt Lewin's Change Management Model as a theoretical framework, the study identifies both challenges and opportunities encountered by teachers during this significant shift. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with ten participants, including seven mathematics teachers and three educational managers, and thematic analysis was applied to interpret their responses. Findings revealed that teachers recognized improvements in curriculum delivery, accessibility of resources, technology integration, and student engagement under MATATAG. However, challenges related to curriculum pacing, skill integration, and concerns over implementation continuity were noted. Teachers experienced significant changes in their teaching practices, including the adoption of student-centered strategies, increased collaboration with colleagues, and continuous professional reflection. Despite obstacles such as insufficient training, resource limitations, and time constraints, teachers demonstrated adaptability by innovating instructional methods and fostering greater student involvement. Ethical considerations, including informed consent and confidentiality, were strictly followed throughout the research. This study contributes valuable insights into the dynamics of curriculum adaptation, fostering a deeper understanding of the experiences of mathematics educators during transformative educational changes.Item An analysis of students' learning preference based on Fleming's VAK model, mathematical performance and teachers' pedagogical practicesCajes, Demosthenes O. (Davao del Sur State College, 2025-06)This descriptive-correlational study examined the impact of students' learning preferences and teachers' performance-based pedagogical practices on mathematics achievement at Digos City Central Elementary School. Participants included 12 mathematics teachers and 222 students from Grades 4 to 6. Students' learning preferences were assessed using Fleming's VAK model (Visual, Auditory, and Kinesthetic), while teacher practices were evaluated across behavioral, cognitive, and affective domains using a modified adapted questionnaire. Data were collected through surveys and academic performance assessments and analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. A descriptive-comparative research design was employed to determine the relationship between instructional strategies, learning preferences, and students' mathematics performance. Findings revealed that Grade 4 students predominantly preferred kinesthetic learning, while Grades 5 and 6 favored visual modalities. Auditory learning was least preferred across all levels. Mathematics performance showed an upward trend from Grade 4 (approaching proficiency) to Grades 5 and 6 (proficient). Teachers' performance-based practices were rated moderately (M = 3.12) and exhibited a weak positive but statistically insignificant correlation with student achievement. In contrast, learning preferences demonstrated a moderate, statistically significant relationship with mathematics performance (p = 0.03). The study concludes that while learning preferences relate modestly to academic outcomes, performance-based teaching practices alone are not strong predictors of student success in mathematics.Item Smartphone utilization and mathemattics performance of junior high school studentsSabado, Honey Leen (Davao del Sur State College, 2024)Smartphones have been extensively utilized by students in the context of mathematics education and it influences their academic achievement in the subject. These study assessed the smartphone utilization and mathematics performance of junior high school students at San Isidro National High School, utilizing descriptive-comparative research. A total of 153 respondents completed a survey questionnaire to measure smartphone utilization, while mathematics performance was evaluated based on first quarter grades in Math. Data analysis involved mean, Spearman's rho, Independent Samples Mann-Whitney U Test, and Kruskal Wallis Test. It was found that students had a moderate level of smartphone utilization. At 0.05 level of significance, it was found that there is no significant difference in the utilization of smartphone when classified by sex and type of smartphone. Thus, there is no significant relationship between smartphone utilization and mathematics performance of junior high school students.Item Productive struggle in learning mathematics and problem solving skills of senior high school studentsUgpay, Jemboy G. (Davao del Sur State College, 2024-02)This world is cycles of mathematics where living organisms lived and stay. This research study used a complete enumeration research design and the instruments that were used by the researcher in gathering data dealt with the students' productive struggle in learning mathematics. The study was conducted with a total of 54 students from all Grade 11 and Grade 12 students of Marber National High School of STEM-STRAND students in Senior High School Department who are currently enrolled for the academic year 2022-2023. Results revealed that Grade 11 and Grade 12 STEM-STRAND students' level of Productive Struggle in Learning Mathematics is high with an overall mean of 3.68. There is no significant correlation between spatial skills and the problem-based learning approach, learning style and spatial skills, numerical factors and the problem-based learning approach, and learning style and numerical factors. It was found out that the Grade 11 and Grade 12 STEM-STRAND students of Davao del Sur State College possessed a weak level of mathematical ability, intend to choose STEM which is a study track that provides math related courses. The school administrators may provide plans and intervention in the issue of mathematical ability and also provide career guidance to support students on choosing their intended study track.