Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region V
Schools Division Office of Camarines Sur

Game-Based Learning: Improving the Performance of Grade

7 Learners along Addition and Subtraction on Integers using

Combination Of Colors (COC)

THEME: Teaching and Learning

RESEARCHER/S
Name: Joshua C. Ciano
Position/Designation: Teacher I
Contact no.: 09128137723
Email address: joshua.ciano21@gmail.com

Name: Roy Lawrence P. Frias

Position/Designation: Teacher I
Contact no.: 09091879667
Email address: roylawrencepagalfrias@gmail.com

I. CONTEXT AND RATIONALE

Mathematics is generally considered as basic preparation of every

informed citizen and serves as a gateway into numerous career choices in

life. It is also the prime vehicle for developing students’ logical thinking and

higher order cognitive skills. Numbers is a basic concept in mathematics.

However, according to the study of Nur, Andi Saparuddin et al., (2022)

Game-Based Learning: Improving the Level of Performance of Grade 7 Learners along Addition
and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
By Joshua C. Ciano and Roy Lawrence Frias
 entitled “The Learning Trajectory Construction of Elementary School

Students in Solving Integer word problem” students still frequently

experience misconceptions, especially in negative integer, count

operations. Game-Based Learning strengthen the motivation of students

to participate during the discussion. According to Edoho, Emmanuel

Asuquo et al., (2020) teaching with instructional materials has a

significant effect on students’ academic performance in mathematics.

Play is a significant issue in children’s lives and can be used as a way for

teaching and learning. according to the study of Weijie, Mao., et al (2022)

entitled “Effect of Game-Based Learning on student’s Critical Thinking: A

Meta-Analysis” showed that Game-Based Learning had a significant

positive overall effect on students’ critical thinking and showed significant

heterogeneity.

In view of this we conducted a descriptive research entitled “Game-Based

Learning: Improving the Performance of Grade 7 Learners along Addition

and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)”. Upon

diagnosting the performance of grade 7 learners along operations on

integers for the SY: 2019-2020, only 20% of the grade 7 learners

understand the lesson. By the use of this game-based learning the

Game-Based Learning: Improving the Level of Performance of Grade 7 Learners along Addition
and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
By Joshua C. Ciano and Roy Lawrence Frias
 researchers want to improve the performance of the grade 7 learners

along this lesson.

II. ACTION RESEARCH QUESTIONS

This action research initiative aimed to determine the improvement of

Grade 7 learners along Addition and Subtraction on Integers in Tabgon

National High School SY: 2022-2023.

Specifically, it will seek to answer the following questions:

1. What is the level of performance of Grade 7 learners?

2. What is the level of performance of Grade 7 learners using COC?

3. What is the significant difference of grade 7 learners using COC?

EXPECTED OUTPUT:

1. At the end of this research at least 50% of Grade 7 learners improve

their performance along Operation on Integers.

2. At the end of this research this game-based learning can be apply by

mathematics 7 teachers in teaching operation on integers.

III. PROPOSED INNOVATION, INTERVENTION, AND STRATEGY

Game-Based Learning: COC (Combinations Of Colors) will used

by the researcher to addressed the issue of grade 7 students along

operations on integers. COC help the learners to cope up and improve

their performance along operation on integers in a more participative and

Game-Based Learning: Improving the Level of Performance of Grade 7 Learners along Addition
and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
By Joshua C. Ciano and Roy Lawrence Frias
 interactive way of learning inside the classroom. The game will be

implemented by the researcher to improve the performance of Grade 7

learners of Tabgon National High School along operation on integers for

the SY 2022-2023.

COC (Combination of Colors) – This game will be implemented

using cards filled with colors (red-indicates positive integers and blue-

indicates negative integers) with numbers. For the students to easily

understand the concept of operation on integers, the researcher used

improvised cards filled with colors having different sizes according to the

number written inside the card. Using this card, the students can easily

operate addition and subtraction of integers by combining the colors.

IV. ACTION RESEARCH METHODS

This action research will employ descriptive method of research in

discussing the answers of the three research questions posted.

a. Participants and/or Other Sources of Data and Information

This study only concentrates on measuring the level of

performance on Operation on Integers of Grade 7 learners of Tabgon National

High School using Game-Based Learning.

Data Gathering Methods

Game-Based Learning: Improving the Level of Performance of Grade 7 Learners along Addition
and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
By Joshua C. Ciano and Roy Lawrence Frias
 For question number 1: The researchers administered an assessment

consisting of 20 item questions to measure their performance about Operations on

Integers.

For question number 2: The researchers administered an assessment

consisting of 20 item questions to measure their performance about Operations on

Integers after the discussion using Game-Based Learning.

For question number 3: The researcher uses the data gathered from the

assessment to test its significant difference using T-test.

b. Data Analysis Plan

For question number 1:

For question number 2:

For question number 3:

V. ACTION RESEARCH WORK PLAN AND TIMELINES

TIME PERSON/S MEANS OF

ACTIVITIES
FRAME INVOLVED VERIFICATION

PRE-IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

Step 1: DIAGNOSING –
Identifying or defining a
problem

Step 2: ACTION PLANNING –

Considering alternative
courses of action
Consult with the school head April 25, School Head, Minutes of
regarding the intention / plan to 2022 consultation &
conduct the research planning meeting

Game-Based Learning: Improving the Level of Performance of Grade 7 Learners along Addition
and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
By Joshua C. Ciano and Roy Lawrence Frias
 Submit action research proposal April 27, Approved action
for approval 2022 research proposal

Inform both the teachers and the 1st week Minutes of

administration of the study to be of May meeting with the
conducted—its nature and target 2022 school head and
output; solicit the group’s teachers
commitment to support the
conduct of the research.

IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

Step 3: TAKING ACTION –

Selecting a course of action
Implementation of the intervention
Project CELL

Step 4: EVALUATING –
Studying the consequences
of an action
Conduct of the first stage of data First Accomplished
gathering among student- week research tools
respondents June
2022

Use of research tools in analyzing 2nd Analyzed data

the data gained from the research week of from accomplished
June tools
2022

Step 5: SPECIFYING
LEARNING – Identifying
general findings
4th Week Research data
of – and outcome
Analysis of generated data Septemb analyzed
er 2022

POST IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

Prepare and submit action 2nd Researcher Accepted Action

research write-up week of – research write-up
October

Game-Based Learning: Improving the Level of Performance of Grade 7 Learners along Addition
and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
By Joshua C. Ciano and Roy Lawrence Frias
 2022

Convey results of the study to the 4th week Researcher and Minutes of
stakeholders for possible of other meeting
benchmarking October stakeholders
2022

Research dissemination – As Certificate as

presentation to research forum schedule presenter, TO,
Communication

Utilization / improvement of the Researcher and Utilized/improved

studied innovation in the other teachers the strategy/
succeeding school year program used

VI. COST ESTIMATES

The following items will be the details of possible expenses which can facilitate

the implementation of this action research proposal.

1ST TRANCHE
Unit Total
Activities/Strategies Item Quantity
price Price
Preparation of materials for Colored sheets- 2 reams 400.00 800.00
the research and assorted,
implementation of 8.5”x13”
innovation/interventions Bond Paper 5 reams 250 1,250.00
(Short)
Data gathering, interpretation Bond Paper 5 reams 300 1,500.00
of data gathered and (Long)
preparation of completed photocopy 950.00
research report Internet service 3 boxes 150 500.00

TOTAL 5,000.00
Fund Source: BASIC EDUCATION RESEARCH FUND

VII. PLANS FOR DISSEMINATION AND UTILIZATION

Game-Based Learning: Improving the Level of Performance of Grade 7 Learners along Addition
and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
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 Research Dissemination Plan – The proponent will present the result of this

action research to school head and to stakeholders during conferences, meetings and

assemblies upon completion of this task. If given the chance to present the results of

this action research during international, national, regional, division and school research

forum/conferences.

Data Utilization Plan – data from this initiative will be used in crafting project

proposal which will form part of the 2018 and 2019 Annual Implementation Plan, School

Improvement Plan and school policy formulation.

VIII. REFERENCES

Doroin, Josephine C. (2012). School and Division Plans for Professional

Development of Secondary School Teachers in Deped Camarines Sur.

Submitted by:

HAZEL M. SALCEDO, PhD

Senior Education Program Specialist

Noted by:

PEDRO J. PELONIO, PhD

OIC-Chief Education Supervisor

ANNEX I

RESEARCH PROPOSAL APPLICATION FORM AND ENDORSEMENT OF IMMEDIATE

SUPERVISOR

Game-Based Learning: Improving the Level of Performance of Grade 7 Learners along Addition
and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
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A. RESEARCH INFORMATION
RESEARCH
TITLE

SHORT
DESCRIPTION
OF THE
RESEARCH

RESEARCH CATEGORY (check only one) RESEARCH AGENDA CATEGORY

o National (check only one main research theme)
o Region o Teaching and Learning
o Schools Division o Child Protection
o District o Human Resource Development
o School o Governance
(check up to one cross-cutting theme, if
(check only one) applicable)
o Action Research o DRRM
o Basic Research o Gender and Development
o Inclusive education
o Others (please specify)
FUND SOURCE (e.g. BERF, SEF, others)* AMOUNT

TOTAL AMOUNT

*indicate also if proponent will use personal funds

B. PROPONENT INFORMATION
LEAD PROPONENT/ INDIVIDUAL PROPONENT
LAST NAME: FIRST NAME: MIDDLE NAME:

BIRTHDATE (MM/DD/YYYY) SEX: POSITION/DESIGNATION:

REGION/ DIVISION/ SCHOOL (whichever is applicable)

CONTACT NUMBER 1: CONTACT NUMBER 2: EMAIL ADDRESS:

EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT TITLE OF THESIS/ RELATED RESEARCH PROJECT

Game-Based Learning: Improving the Level of Performance of Grade 7 Learners along Addition
and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
By Joshua C. Ciano and Roy Lawrence Frias
 (DEGREE TITLE)
Enumerate from bachelor’s degree
up to doctorate degree

SIGNATURE OF PROPONENT:

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR’S CONFORME

I hereby endorse the attached research proposal. I certify that the proponent/s
has/have the capacity to implement a research study without compromising his/her office
functions.

Name And Signature of Immediate Supervisor

Position/Designation:

Date:

ANNEX III

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and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
By Joshua C. Ciano and Roy Lawrence Frias
 Declaration of Anti-Plagiarism and Absence of Conflict of Interest

Declaration of Anti-plagiarism

1. I _________________________________, understand that plagiarism is the act of

taking and using another’s ideas and works and passing them off as one’s own. This
includes explicitly copying the whole work of another person and/or using some parts
of their work without proper acknowledgement and referencing.

2. I hereby attest to the originality of this research proposal and has cited properly all
the references used. I further commit that all deliverables and the final research
study emanating from this proposal shall be of original content. I shall use
appropriate citations in referencing other works from various sources.

3. I understand that violation from this declaration and commitment shall be subject to
consequences and shall be dealt with accordingly by the Department of education
and (insert grant mechanism).

PROPONENT:

SIGNATURE:

DATE:

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and Subtraction on Integers using Combination Of Colors (COC)
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 DECLARATION OF ABSENCE OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST

1. I, _______________________________, understand the conflict of interest

refers to situations in which financial or other personal considerations may
compromise my judgment in evaluating, conducting, or reporting research.1

2. I hereby declare that I do not have any personal conflict of interest that may arise
from my application and submission of my research proposal. I understand that
my research proposal may be returned to me if found out that there conflict of
interest during the initial screening as per DepEd Order No. 16, s. 2017.

3. Further, in case of any form of conflict of interest (possible or actual) which may
inadvertently emerge the conduct of my research, I will duly report it to the
research committee for immediate action.

4. I understand that I may be held accountable by the Department of education and

(insert grant mechanism) for any conflict of interest which I have intentionally
concealed.

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