ENHANCING STUDENTS’ PERFORMANCE RELATED TO PROBLEM-

SOLVING IN MATHEMATICS ALGEBRA THROUGH THE USE OF MATH

APPLICATION SUCH AS “MATHWAY”

Proponent: PHILIP CESAR G. ABUSTAN

JERIC C. TORRES
MARK ANTHONY ALCANTARA
NOEL M. MAGANA JR.
BSEd Mathematics
Mabini Colleges, Inc.
Daet, Camarines Norte

I. Context and Rationale

One of the most abstract areas of mathematics is algebra, which presents unique

difficulties and one of these is the problem-solving. Highschool students today differ

from those in previous decades in various ways. The understanding of facts, methods,

and concepts are just a few of the various learning levels that are enhanced by

mathematical instruments. In addition, tools can give students the ability to manipulate

and think about concepts when solving complex problems, which makes mathematics

more approachable and easier to absorb according stateuniversity.com page 2202

“Mathematics Learning Tools”.

As Mabini Colleges Inc. officially started the face-to-face classes on October, SY

2022-2023, most of the students are still attached to gadgets as well as the social

media platform. It’s a challenge for the teachers on how will they make the students

adjust from blended learning to face-to-face classes. Since, some students are left

during problem solving topics in algebra, application in their mobile/smartphones can

be a good help not only to them but also to the teachers themselves.

The most intelligent math calculator in the world for algebra, graphing, calculus,

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and more is called “Mathway”. You have full access to math solutions on Mathway,

which can aid in your understanding of challenging ideas. In the process, this tool may

improve memory, assist students in reviewing their problem-solving techniques even in

their house, or enable them to analyze their own performance by comparing it to

others.

Il. Statement of the Problem

This study aims to enhance problem-solving skills of the Highschool

learners in Mabini Colleges, Inc for School Year 2022-2023. Specifically, it

sought to answer the following questions;

1. What application is use to enhance student’s performance in

problem-solving algebra?

2. What are the skills of the students that are needed to be enhance in
the used of the application prior to problem-solving?

lll. PROPOSED INNOVATION, INTERVENTION AND STRATEGY

DEVELOPMENT PROCESS OF READING MATERIALS

The researcher will develop reading material to be used in the

assessment of reading skills of parents or other members of the household

who will act as learning facilitator in the implementation of Modular Distance

Learning modality for School Year 2020-2021. The proposed reading material

is a form of primer of the implementation of modular distance learning which

provides relevant information about the learning modality. This is also one

way of communicating to the parents on what, why and how should the

modular distance learning will be implemented to continue the education of

the children in this time of pandemic. The information that they will be going to

get from the primer will give them appreciation and deeper understanding to

the learning modality so that the parents and school can work together

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towards the successful implementation of distance learning for school year

2020-2021.

Also, this is one of the interventions that the school should implement

in determining the capacity and capability of the parents or any member of the

family as a requirement in the implementation of modular distance learning.

The proposed reading material will undergo evaluation of the Education

program supervisor in charge for reading material and also with the help of

English teacher for developing questions. The reading assessment will be

conducted in an interview manner which will not use a paper and pencil test to

avoid the feeling of discrimination or any form of embarrassment.

V. Action Research Methods

a. Participants and/or other Sources of Data and Information After the

validation the proponent will administer the reading assessment to all parents

of learners under modular distance learning. This study will use a total

enumeration method in the selection of respondents through a focus group

discussion and interview activity to be participated by at most 20 parents per

session to observe proper physical distancing. The interview will be facilitated

by the proponent with assigned documenters and process observers. An

interview will be conducted to elicit the information needed in to assess the

reading skills of the parents.

The participants of this study are the 211 parents or any members of
the family of the learners who have chosen Modular Distance Learning and

signify intention to act as learning facilitator for their child’s learning activities

at home. The source of information will be taken from the responses of the

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respondents during the interview and learners survey form used during

enrolment.

b. Data Gathering Methods

The data will be gathered through the administration of the developed reading

material in an interview manner and small group discussions. The

respondents will be given reading material, then the proponent will give five

item questions based on the content of the reading materials that focuses on

the literal, inferential and critical questions. In this manner, the proponent,

documenter and process observers will observe and document the behavior

and gestures of the respondents on how they respond to the questions.

c. Data Analysis Plan

Document analysis framework will be used as data analysis plan. The

sources of documents are the data from interview, Learners Enrollment

Survey Form and the minutes of the conduct of interview.

VI. Action Research Work Plan and Timeline

Activities Time Frame Persons Involved Success Indicator
Pre-Implementation August 17-18, Proponent Copy of Proposal
Phase 2020 Research
1. Preparation of Teacher
Research Teachers
Proposal August 19, Proponent Transmittal slip
Research Tracking Number
2. Submission of Coordinator/ Copy of Approved
Proposal to the EPS English Proposal
SDO for approval 2020 August Copy of Revised
Proposal
3. Revision (if any) Proponent
of the proposal Research
after reviewing by 24, 2020

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the Planning and August 25, 2020 Coordinator Approved Proposal
Research Section CID Chief
4. Resubmission of
proposal
Proponent
 Implementation Phase September Proponent Validated
1. Validation of 15- 16, 2020 Teachers (not Reading
developed identified as Materials
Reading respondents)
Materials
September Proponent
2. Identifying 15- 16, 2019 Teacher List of
respondents Respondents
(based from
LESF)
September Proponent
3. Administration of 21- 25, 2020 Respondents Scores in
Reading Reading Test
Assessment Notes of interview
(data gathering)

October 1-3, Tabulated, and

4. Tabulation, 2020 interpreted data
Proponent
Analysis and
Interpretation of
Data
October 5-20, Proponent
5. Writing of 2020 Discussion and
Discussion of reflection notes
Results and
Reflection
October 21- Proponent
25, 2020 Copy of Action
6. Developing
Plan
Action Plan

Post Implementation October 27- Proponent Copy of

Phase 30, 2020 Accomplishment
1. Submission of Report
Accomplishment November 3- Proponent Transmittal Slip
Report 4, 2020 Research Revised AR
2. Revision (if any) November 5, Coordinator Final Copy of AR
2020 Proponent
3. Submission
and Acceptance
of the Final
Report

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VII. Cost Estimates
Estimated Cost/Amount of Expenses Estimated Amount
 Pre-Implementation Phase Printing of Action 20.00
1. Preparation of Research Research Proposal
Proposal 2. Submission of Action Transportation
20.00
Research Proposal
Reprinting of Proposal 20.00
3. Revision (if any)

Implementation Phase Printing of Reading 1,000.00

1. Validation of Developed Reading Materials

Materials
copies of primer

2. Administration of Developed
Reading Materials (data
gathering)

3. Tabulation, Analysis and

Interpretation of Data

4. Writing of Discussion of Results

and Reflection

5. Developing Action Plan

Post Implementation Phase Printing of AR 60.00

1. Submission of Accomplishment
Printing 60.00
Report

2. Revision (if any)

3. Submission and Acceptance of

the Final Report

Total Estimated Cost P1,180.00

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VIII. Plans for Dissemination and Utilization

The results of this study will be used as basis for planning in the

implementation of Distance Modular Learning along of activities and projects. The

findings also will be used school head and teachers in making necessary adjustment
to the learning activities of the learners which is on their circumstances. Also, the

results and findings will be shared to the Schools Division Office for their technical

support and further planning for this DLM implementation.

IX. References - Memorandum 2020-00162

Prepared by:

ROWENA F. ZAMUDIO
Proponent
Reviewed by:

ANICIA S. MADARANG
Public Schools District Supervisor

Recommending Approval:

MARIA FLORA T. PANDES, EdD

Assistant Schools Division Superintendent

APPROVED:

NYMPHA D. GUEMO
Schools Division Superintendent