Perception of Teachers towards the Use of Instructional Materials in Teaching Mathematics at Secondary Level

2020 ◽  
pp. 57-64
Author(s):  
Shiva Datta Dawadi
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Mathematics Teachers ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
Secondary Level ◽  
Instructional Materials ◽  
Teaching Mathematics ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The major objective of the study is to identify the perception of mathematics teachers towards the use of instructional materials in teaching mathematics for the students of secondary level and to compare their perceptions on the basis of their teaching experience. The study has adopted descriptive survey design. A set of the questionnaire with 24 statements regarding the use of instructional materials in teaching mathematics was the tool for collecting the data. The statements in the questionnaire were categorized into four categories as availability, appropriateness, self-confidence in using instructional materials, and motivation to use it. The questionnaire forms were distributed to 68 secondary school mathematics teachers of public schools. The data were collected, tabulated, ordered, compared, calculated and analyzed by using different statistical tools. Finally, it was found that teachers have negative attitudes towards the statements under the subheadings availability which indicates teachers do not feel comfortable in gathering the instructional materials in teaching mathematics and they were found to have positive towards the statements under the subheadings appropriateness, self-confidence in using, and motivation which means mathematics teachers are in the favor of appropriate use instructional materials in teaching mathematics, and they were found confident in using instructional materials. And also teachers are found motivated to use instructional materials in teaching mathematics at secondary level. The study also concluded that the perception of the teachers regarding the use of instructional materials in teaching mathematics at secondary level differs according to the teaching experience of the teachers. Interestingly, the teacher with less teaching experience were found more positive in using instructional materials in teaching mathematics at secondary level.

scholarly journals The Impact of Teacher’s Teaching Experience on the Implementation of English Language Curricula in Public Schools in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 75-88
Author(s):  
Eman Saleh Al- Sagier Shaiegy
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
English Language ◽  
Curriculum Implementation ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
Development Policies ◽  
English Language Teachers ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
The Impact

Purpose: This study investigated the impact of teachers’ teaching experience on the implementation of English language curricula in public schools in the Aqaba Governorate, Jordan. Approach/Methodology/Design: The Rand Change Agent Theory of curriculum implementation guided this study. A descriptive survey design was adopted. The sample included 167 English language teachers who were selected purposively from 240 public school teachers in the Aqaba Governorate, Jordan. A questionnaire was developed as an instrument for data collection. It consisted of 36 items, and it was validated by presenting it to a group of arbitrators. The reliability was assured by carrying out a test-retest on a sample chosen from outside the sample of the study. Descriptive statistics were utilized to analyze data. Findings: The study findings indicated that there are statistically significant differences at (α≤0.05) between the implementation of English language curricula and the teacher’s teaching experience. This means that the teaching experience of the teacher affects the implementation of English language curricula. Practical Implications: The study presents certain implications for curriculum development policies. The study recommends engaging teachers in programs that assist them in exchanging experiences, knowledge, and skills to ensure effective execution of the curriculum in addition to the necessity for teachers to pay attention to self-development. Originality/value: Teaching experience plays a crucial role in curriculum implementation. It enables teachers to gain competence and effectiveness.

scholarly journals Determinants of Preschool Teachers' Attitudes towards Teaching

2013 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
FLORENCE NJERI KINUTHIA ◽  
Donald Kisilu Kombo ◽  
Maureen Mweru
Keyword(s):  
Survey Design ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Ex Post ◽  
Years Of Teaching Experience ◽  
Ex Post Facto ◽  
Teachers Attitudes ◽  
Descriptive Survey

This study sought to investigate determinants of pre-school teachers’ attitudes towards teaching in Thika Municipality, Kenya. The concern to stakeholders was the negative attitudes of the pre-school teachers towards teaching. Such a concern called for investigation. To accomplish this task, a descriptive survey design and Ex-post facto design were used. A total of 53 pre-school teachers and 12 administrators participated in the study. A simple random technique and purposive sampling were employed to identify study samples. In addition, questionnaires and interviews were used to collect data. The statistical procedures were carried out using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS). Qualitative and quantitative techniques were employed in order to analyse the obtained data. The study revealed there were still low levels of training among pre-school teachers, teachers with few years of teaching experience were the ones involved in teaching in the pre-schools and teachers in public pre-schools were more positive towards their job than their colleagues in private schools. Among the recommendations were that pre-school teachers work under the Ministry of Education and an attempt be made to improve the retention level of teachers. Administrators should also work on modalities of motivating their teachers.

scholarly journals Challenges of Teaching Mathematics to Students With Visual Impairment

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
M S Oyebanji ◽  
Ubong Sam Idiong
Keyword(s):  
Mathematics Teachers ◽  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Low Vision ◽  
Instructional Materials ◽  
Teaching Mathematics ◽  
The Government ◽  
Visually Impaired Students ◽  
Method Of Instruction ◽  
Α Level

This study aimed at investigating the challenges of teaching mathematics to visual impaired students in school of the blind, a case study of some selected schools for the visually impaired. Questionnaire and interview were used for data collection from the respondents. The hypotheses in the study were tested using t-test with α-level of 0.05 through SPSS. The study followed a cross-section survey design and involved 80 respondents 20 for the visually impaired students, 10 for the Mathematics teachers, 10 special mathematics teachers, 40 low vision and non-visually impaired students. The findings revealed the visually impaired students receive bursaries from the government and non-government organization; meal, accommodation, and few scholastic materials from their school; extra time during mathematics classes and examination and friend support. However, constraining limitations in the method of instruction assessment used and the instructional materials provided were noted, on the basis of these findings, recommendation towards the better education of the visually impaired student studying mathematics should be encouraged and employment of special mathematics teachers.

Do Future Mathematics Teachers Need the Course „Integration of Digital Technologies in Teaching Mathematics“, and if so, what exactly can it help them with?

2019 ◽  
pp. 193-198
Author(s):  
Irina Gurevich
Keyword(s):  
Student Teachers ◽  
Mathematics Teachers ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
Teaching Mathematics ◽  
Mathematical Software ◽  
Software Packages ◽  
Mathematics Student ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
Course Integration

In the current research we analysed our teaching experience in the course “Integration of digital technologies in teaching mathematics”. The students were mathematics student teachers. The main goal of the course was to demonstrate the potential of digital technologies in teaching mathematics and to provide the students with basic skills in the intellectual use of these technologies. During the course the students, after getting acquainted with various mathematical software packages, build and present their own teaching units. We were interested to analyse the students’ attitudes towards the course. A multiple-choice questioner was formulated, and the collected data were analysed. We observed that most of the students found the course being helpful for their future teaching. The obtained results indicated that the described course provided them a didactic model to emulate.

Analyzing the Determinants of Teachers’ Mathematics Teaching Competencies in Upper Primary Phase: Evidence from Namibia

2015 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 35-47 ◽  
Author(s):  
Geoffrey Nambira
Keyword(s):  
Mathematics Teachers ◽  
Mathematics Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
Primary Phase ◽  
Teaching Mathematics ◽  
Teaching Materials ◽  
Teaching Competencies ◽  
Training Programmes

The purpose of this study was to assess the extent to which predictors of teachers’ competencies in teaching mathematics predict the outcomes of mathematics performance among learners at upper primary phase. The determinants were namely gender, teaching experience, region, qualification, and fields of study exert effect on teachers’ competencies in lesson planning and preparation, assessment and evaluation of learners, lesson delivery, the use of teaching strategies, the quality of homework, and the availability of teaching materials. The generic understanding of the impacts of predictors of teaching competencies on learners’ performance significantly informs the development of training programmes components, and teaching and learning processes across the schooling system. Shulman’s theory of teacher content and pedagogical knowledge underpinned the study. The study comprised of holistic samples of 117 mathematics teachers at upper primary phase teachers from 39 schools. The selection of three schools from each region followed three criteria, namely outstanding, moderate, and lower performances in Grade 10 examination. Data is collected from classroom observation and analysis of relevant documents. The findings show that predictor variables such as gender, teacher qualification, teaching experience, field of study, and region exerted effects on the way teachers plan and prepare the lesson, deliver the lesson, assess and evaluate learners, use the teaching materials, and the quality of work. Teachers who specialized in mathematics were more competent in mathematics teaching. The results presuppose that predictors of teachers’ competencies in teaching mathematics are essential for improving teaching and learning of mathematics in schools. The outcome of this study is beneficial to education officials who are directly responsible for coordinating the teaching of mathematics in schools and the allocation of teaching subjects, particularly mathematics. The findings showed that a number of teachers were not trained mathematics. This was an indication of the existing shortage of mathematics teachers in schools nationally. Untrained mathematics teachers negatively influenced learners’ performance. These outcomes implied that education planners at the national, regional and district levels should set up strategies on how to increase the production of mathematics teachers nationally in order to meet the demand of such teachers in schools.

scholarly journals The level of reflective thinking among mathematics teachers of the first three school classes in Jordan: مستوى التفكير التأملي لدى معلمات الرياضيات للصفوف الثلاثة الأولى في الأردن

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Awad Mufleh Alkhazam
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Mathematics Teachers ◽  
Analytical Method ◽  
Reflective Thinking ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
First Semester ◽  
The Public ◽  
Study Population ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Academic Year

The study was designed to identify the level of reflective thinking among mathematics teachers for the first three school classes in the light of the variables of educational experience and educational qualification., The study population of all the mathematics teachers for the first three grades in the public schools in the province of Mafraq in Jordan during the first semester of the academic year 2018/2019 and the number (835) teachers. The study sample consisted of (500) mathematics teachers for the first three school classes. The study included a questionnaire consisting of (30) paragraph of Eysenck and Wilson reflective thinking scale (Eysenck & Wilson, 1976), which Barakat (2005) Arabized and developed and reformulated to suit the Arab environment. The researcher used descriptive analytical method in the survey, The results of the study showed that the level of reflective thinking among mathematics teachers for the first three school classes was medium on the whole scale, where the mean was( 1.35. The results also showed statistically significant differences (0.05≥α) In the level of reflective thinking of mathematics teachers for the first three grades due to the teaching experience and for the benefit of teachers with teaching experience (more than 5 years), The results also showed that there were statistically significant differences ( 0.05 ≥α ) in the level of reflective thinking among the mathematics teachers for the first three school classes due to the scientific qualification and to the benefit of teachers with qualification (higher than Bachelor).

scholarly journals Teachers’ Perception and Challenges of Using ICT in Teaching Mathematics at Secondary Level

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (6) ◽  
pp. 50-65
Author(s):  
Ganesh Prasad Adhikari
Keyword(s):  
Survey Design ◽  
Mathematics Classroom ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Secondary Level ◽  
Teachers Perceptions ◽  
Ict Tools ◽  
Insignificant Difference ◽  
The Government ◽  
Quantitative Descriptive ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The main objectives of this study were to identify the teachers’ perceptions and challenges of using ICT tools in the mathematics classroom at the secondary level in Kathmandu. The major tool of the study was a closed-ended questionnaire consisting of 19 items. The quantitative descriptive survey design was used in this study. The researcher selected 158 teachers by using simple random method from 261 government teachers who teach compulsory mathematics at grade X of Kathmandu district in Nepal. The standardized questionnaire was administered to the sample teachers. The SPSS-25 version database was used to analyze and interpret the collected data. Teachers’ perception of using ICTs in the mathematics classroom was positive with insignificant difference in terms of gender. There were some challenges: lack of knowledge, confidence, enough experience, training, interest and access to ICT tools, lack of technical support, lack of genuine ICT Software and unstable and unreliable internet connection at the schools. Due to these challenges, teachers did not use ICT in the classroom. Therefore, teachers should learn more to improve their knowledge and skills in ICT. The government should focus on management strategies and policies to reduce the challenges faced by teachers in mathematics classrooms. By these policies, they can use the ICT tools in the classroom.

scholarly journals Sustaining library automation in Nigerian academic libraries: the KOHA advantage

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
TAOFEEK ABIODUN OLADOKUN ◽  
Lucia Folasade Kolawole
Keyword(s):  
Open Source Software ◽  
Community Involvement ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Structure Questionnaire ◽  
Colleges Of Education ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Library Automation ◽  
Research Libraries ◽  
Inadequate Information ◽  
Descriptive Survey

ABSTARCTThis study examined the sustainability of Library Open Source Software (with particular reference to KOHA) in Nigerian academic and research Libraries. Descriptive survey design was adopted with a total number of thirty five (35) libraries which were selected purposefully all over the six (6) geopolitical zones of Nigeria (twenty universities, both privates and publics, ten Polytechnics, and five colleges of education). Structure Questionnaire was used to generate data and this was analyzed using simple frequency and percentage. It was revealed that koha is gaining ground in Nigeria because of its reliability and community involvement. It also revealed that lack of institutional support; inadequate information and negative attitudes of librarians were some of the challenges facing adoption and utilization of koha in Nigeria. The study however made some recommendation.

scholarly journals Content knowledge level of elementary mathematics teachers: The case of a school district in the Philippines

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 619-633
Author(s):  
Craig N. Refugio ◽  
Patrick G. Galleto ◽  
Clint D. Noblefranca ◽  
Hermie V. Inoferio ◽  
Arturo O. Macias ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Content Knowledge ◽  
Mathematics Teachers ◽  
Elementary Mathematics ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Teaching Mathematics ◽  
Knowledge Level ◽  
Training Design ◽  
Graduate Studies ◽  
Proficiency Level

Demonstrating knowledge of content requires teachers to display extensive knowledge of the critical concepts in the discipline. This study was set up to provide a research-based landscape of the content knowledge level of elementary mathematics teachers viewed in the local district of Ayungon in the Division of Negros Oriental, Philippines. Survey and correlational methods of research were used in the study involving 95 non-randomly selected teachers.  Results revealed that the content knowledge level of the teachers was approaching proficiency.  The teachers’ educational attainment, number of training attended, and the number of years in teaching mathematics were not significantly related to their content knowledge level. It was concluded that teaching experience and professional development in the form of pursuing graduate studies and attending training did not have bearing with the content knowledge level possessed by the teachers.  However, the teachers were inferred as resourceful and committed to teaching mathematics despite their weaknesses in the content knowledge to share with their learners.  Hence, enhancement training in all areas in mathematics is to be provided to elementary mathematics teachers by implementing the training design developed by the researchers.  The ultimate goal is to develop further the content knowledge, mastery, and skills of the teachers to achieve the highest proficiency level in mathematics.   Keywords: Content knowledge, proficiency level, enhancement training design  

Choosing Mathematical Examples: Routine but Not an Easy Task

2013 ◽  
Vol 63 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Faridah Sulaiman ◽  
Mohini Mohamed
Keyword(s):  
Mathematics Teachers ◽  
Teaching Practices ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
Teaching Mathematics ◽  
Mathematical Content ◽  
Easy Task ◽  
Mathematical Ideas ◽  
Communication Device ◽  
Routine Tasks

Choosing examples for the purpose of teaching mathematics is routine tasks done by every mathematics teachers. Examples are an important medium used by mathematics teachers as a communication device to discuss mathematical content with their students (Leindhart, 2001). Through examples, students build their understanding about mathematical ideas. In spite of the important role played by mathematical examples, the knowledge about mathematical exemplification is not formally taught to the teachers. It has to be built by the teachers through their teaching experience (Zaslavsky & Zodik, 2007). The purpose of this study is to capture this knowledge. We study six Excellent Mathematics Teachers teaching practices using pre-active notes, observation and interview in order to know the things that influence their choice of examples.  Findings show that although choosing examples is a routine task, but it seems that it is not an easy one.

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