Educational Computer Games in Math Teaching

In this study, the effect of educational computer games on students' academic success and their attitudes towards mathematics were investigated. The study was designed as a mixed method. The results revealed that after the implementation, no significant variation was observed between both groups in terms of academic test scores and attitude points. However, qualitative findings indicated that students in the experimental group got more pleasure from the lessons and their attitudes towards mathematics were positively affected. Also, educational computer games are effective learning tools and create a positive affirmation on students. Although this study was conducted in the face to face classrooms, the findings would be transferred to other learning settings such as distance and online education. Therefore, the experience obtained from such technologically enriched learning environments is discussed in the context of distance and online learning.

Teaching Practices that Develop Positive Attitudes towards Mathematics among Joint First Year Students at the Saudi Electronic University

This study seeks to identify attitudes towards mathematics and teaching practices that develop positive attitudes towards mathematics among students of the joint first year at the Saudi Electronic University, from the students’ perspective. The validity and reliability of the instruments were confirmed. The scale of attitudes toward mathematics was applied to (489) In addition to that, (202) were interviewed to identify the teaching practices that develop positive attitudes towards mathematics. The study has found that the attitudes of joint first year students towards mathematics was neutral. It also found that all teaching practices included in the interview had a high approval rate by the students. The study recommendations highlighted the importance of professional development for teachers to master these teaching practices and encourage them to utilize them in their teaching.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ATTITUDES TOWARDS MATHEMATICS LESSONS USING THE PQ4R STRATEGY AND PROBLEM POSING MATHEMATICAL PROBLEMS

This study aimed to examine students 'attitudes or perceptions of mathematics learning, attitudes towards the Application of PQ4R (Preview, Question, Read, Reflection, Recite, Review) Learning Strategies, and problem posing mathematical problems. Data were analyzed using a qualitative descriptive data analysis, and quantitative analysis was carried out using the Likert scale. The population in this study were Year 11 students in the city of Bandung, and the sample was one of Year 11 Social classroom as the experimental class, selected by purposive sampling. The sample was given treatment using PQ4R learning. The results showed that students taking PQ4R learning had significant attitudes towards mathematics. This can be seen from the high interest and motivation. Student responses to PQ4R learning and questions were also very good. This provides good information about students' attitudes towards learning mathematics in high school so that they can apply good and correct mathematics. Learning mathematics requires an analysis of students' attitudes to feel happy and motivated in learning mathematics on an ongoing basis.

THE ROLE OF COMPUTER GAMES IN ENHANCING PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS ATTITUDE TOWARDS MATHEMATICS

Numerous research findings have applauded the integration of technology in the classroom especially in mathematic to develops positive attitudes. The advancements in technology may provide a better opportunity to impact mathematical literacy and skills on young learners. Perhaps, attitudes towards mathematics are declining in recent years. The study aimed to enhance the students attitude toward learning mathematics by using games app embedded in computer software used as an instrument to teach the subject. A total of ninety-one primary school students drawn from different primary schools in the Kogi state participated in the study. The study adopted a quasi-experimental pre-test, post-test study design. The result revealed that the computer game influenced the respondents attitude towards mathematics at MD = 13.65 (95% CI, 8.91 to 16.17), t (88) = 6.328, p = .001. Thus, the study concludes that computer game is an indispensable tool in impacting positive attitudes towards mathematics, especially among the primary school students. The recommendations are discussed.

The Relationship of Mathematical and Spatial Inference Results in Mawhiba Scale with Trend Towards Mathematics among Intermediate Stage Students in Yanbu: علاقة نتائج الاستدلال الرياضي والمكاني في مقياس موهبة بالاتجاه نحو مادة الرياضيات لدى طلاب المرحلة المتوسطة بمحافظة ينبع

The study aimed to identify the relationship of mathematical and spatial inference result in Mawhiba Scale to the trend towards mathematics among intermediate stage students in Yanbu. The researcher used random sample method from different classes and schools in Yanbu schools. The study sample consisted of (181) students from population of (256) students studying in Yanbu intermediate stage students who passed Mawhiba scale. The researcher used two instruments in the current study, which are the trends towards mathematics scale, and the mathematical and spatial reasoning scale in Mawhiba scale. The researcher used the following statistical methods which are averages, percentages, and the correlation coefficients. Results of the study revealed that there is a positive relationship between the scores of mathematical and spatial inference on the Mawhiba scale and the intermediate stage students' attitudes towards mathematics and the correlation coefficient was (0.07) Where this value indicate a weak level of the relationship. This result is surprising, especially since many students achieved high scores in mathematical reasoning, while the grades of tendency towards mathematics were weak. This calls for new studies procedures that examine the reasons for weak attitudes towards mathematics among intermediate stage students in Yanbu.

Dördüncü Sınıf Öğrencilerinin Matematik Dersine Yönelik Tutumları İle Matematik Kaygı Düzeyleri Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi

The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between fourth grade students' attitudes towards mathematics and their mathematics anxiety levels. Relational screening model was used in the research. The study group of the research consists of 623 fourth grade students studying in primary schools in Edremit District of Van province in the 2019-2020 academic year. The research data were obtained by using the "Attitude Scale Short Form" adapted by Hacıömeroğlu (2014), the "Mathematics Anxiety Scale" developed by Bindak (2005), and the "Personal Information Form" prepared by the researcher. In the analysis of the data, the value obtained by using descriptive analysis, Parametric Difference Tests (independent groups t-test and ANOVA) and Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient within the scope of correlation analysis was evaluated with a two-way hypothesis test at the 0.05 significance level. As a result of the analyzes, it was seen that the attitudes of the fourth grade students towards the mathematics lesson were above the average, and the attitudes of the students towards the mathematics lesson did not differ according to gender and mother education level, but differed according to the education level of the father. In the study, it was also observed that there was a negative and significant relationship between students' attitudes towards mathematics and their mathematics anxiety levels. This relationship, which was determined as a result of the research, shows the existence of many common variables that affect the attitudes of fourth grade students towards mathematics and their mathematics anxiety levels.