MOTIVATIONAL
FACTORS THAT
AFFECT LEARNERS
IN LEARNING
MATHEMATICS
JESSICA G. OLI
Statement of the Problem
1. What is the level of effect of
the factors that motivate learners
in learning Mathematics?
Table 2 Level of Effect of the Factors that Motivate Learners in
Learning Mathematics
N= 39 District 5 Teachers
Level of Effect
VME
ME
MoE
5
19
4
19
3
1
0
1. Teacher behavior and
personality
1. Teacher competence
31
8
0
32
6
1. Learning Environment
22
1. Instructional Strategies
and techniques
1. Parent involvement
Average Weighted Mean
Factors that Motivate
Learners
1. Class and Curriculum
SE 2 LE 1
TWP
WM
DE
R
0
174
4.46
VME
6
0
0
187
4.79
VME
1.5
1
0
0
187
4.79
VME
1.5
17
0
0
0
178
4.56
VME
4.5
26
13
0
0
0
182
4.67
VME
3
22
17
0
0
0
178
4.57
4.46
VME
VME
4.5
Table 3 Level of Effect of the Factors that Motivate Learners in
Learning Mathematics
N= 47 District 6 Teachers
Level of Effect
VME
ME
MoE
5
21
35
4
24
12
3
2
0
0
0
38
8
1
1. Learning Environment
27
18
1. Instructional Strategies
and techniques
36
1. Parent involvement
Average Weighted Mean
25
Factors that Motivate
Learners
1. Class and Curriculum
1. Teacher behavior and
personality
1. Teacher competence
SE 2 LE 1
TWP
WM
DE
R
0
0
207
223
4.40
4.74
VME
VME
6
3
0
0
225
4.79
VME
1
1
1
0
212
4.51
VME
4
11
0
0
0
224
4.77
VME
2
19
3
0
0
210
4.47
4.61
VME
VME
5
Table 4 Summary and Comparison of the Assessments of the Respondents on the
Level of Effect of the Factors that Motivate Learners in Learning Mathematics
N = 39 District 5 Teachers
= 47 District 6 Teachers
Factors that motivates
learners in learning
Mathematics
1. Class and curriculum
1. Teacher behavior and
personality
1. Teacher competence
1. Learning environment
1. Instructional strategies
and techniques
1. Parent involvement
Average Weighted Mean
District 5
W
M
4.46
4.79
DE
Level of Effect
District 6
VME
W
M
4.40
VME
4.74
DE
Combined
R
WM
VME
D
E
4.43 VME
6
VME
4.77 VME
2
t-comp = 0.086
t
0.05,
84df =
1.992
Result: Not
4.79
4.56
VME
VME
4.79
4.51
VME
VME
4.79 VME
4.53 VME
1
4
Significant
4.67
VME
4.77
VME
4.72 VME
3
Decision: Accept
4.56
4.64
VME
VME
4.47
4.61
VME
V
M
E
4.51 VME
4.63
V
M
E
5
Null Hypothesis
Conclusion
1. The factors such as class and
curriculum, teacher behavior and
personality, teacher competence, learning
environment, instructional strategies and
techniques, and parent involvement have
high effect on motivating learners in
learning mathematics;
Recommendation
1. The teachers are encouraged to present the
math lessons creativity, use effective instruction
and in fearless environment that will enable the
students perform better towards mathematics
subject. Revision of instructional plan is
necessary to meet the needs, interests and level
of performance of students.
Statement of the Problem
2. What is the degree of difficulty
in addressing the factors that
motivate learners in learning
Mathematics?
Table 7 Summary and Comparison on the Degree of Difficulty in Addressing
the Factors that Motivate Learners in Learning Mathematics
N = 39 District 5 Teachers
= 47 District 6 Teachers
Addressing Factors that
Motivates Learners
1.
Contextualize lessons/
instructional materials
2. Apply positive reinforcement
to learners
3. Teacher has mastery of the
subject matter and be clear of
learning objectives
4. Create a safe and supportive
environment
5. Use varied experiences that
drive toward application,
analysis, synthesis and
evaluation
Degree of Difficulty
District 6
District 5
WM
2.95
DE
MoD
WM
3.21
DE
MoD
Combined
WM
3.09
DE
MoD
R
1
2.92
MoD
3.13
MoD
3.03
MoD
5
2.97
MoD
3.17
MoD
3.08
MoD
3
t-comp = 1.000
t0.05, 84df =
1.992
Result: Not
2.92
MoD
3.21
MoD
3.08
MoD
3
3.03
MoD
3.13
MoD
3.08
MoD
3
Significant
Decision:
Accept Null
6. Show a positive influence of
parent-school partnership
2.79
MoD
3.11
Average Weighted Mean
2.93
MoD
3.16
MoD
Mo
D
2.97
3.06
MoD
Mo
D
6
Hypothesis
Conclusion
2. The motivational factors in
teaching mathematics must be
addressed properly for it to be
effective.
Recommendation
2. Teachers are encouraged to be innovative
and find different ways to meet the evolving
demands of and needs of learners in
mathematics education. Parents are also
encouraged to continue supporting their
children in their endeavor in school for they are
the partners of the teacher in attaining quality
education.
Statement of the Problem
3. What is the level of
effectiveness of the strategies
that motivate learners in learning
Mathematics?
Table10 Summary and Comparison on the Level of Effectiveness of the Strategies that
Motivate Learners in Learning Mathematics
N = 39 District 5 Teachers
= 47 District 7 Teachers
Strategies that motivates
learners in learning
Mathematics
1. Develop plans, and
processes to meet your
objectives
2. Model ideal behavior
3. Use reflective learning and
critical thinking strategy
4. Build a productive
and positive learning
environment
5. Apply innovative learning
and differentiated instruction
6. Engage parents in monitoring
daily activities of the learners
Average Weighted Mean
Degree of Difficulty
District 6
District 5
WM
4.69
DE
VME
WM
4.72
DE
VME
Combined
WM
4.71
R
t-comp = 0.114
DE
VME
3
4.59
4.67
VME
VME
4.64
4.66
VME
VME
4.62
4.65
VME
VME
5.5
4
4.72
VME
4.74
VME
4.73
VME
1
4.69
VME
4.74
VME
4.72
VME
2
4.59
VME
4.64
VME
4.62
VME
5.5
4.65
VME
4.69
VM
E
4.67
VM
E
t0.05, 84df =
1.992
Result: Not
Significant
Decision:
Accept Null
Hypothesis
Conclusion
3. The strategies of the teachers
used in teaching-learning
mathematics were very much
effective to motivate the
learners.
Recommendation
3. The teachers are encouraged to sustain
their being knowledgeable on the strategies
used in teaching mathematics. it is important to
embody diagnostic and prescriptive tools to
determine the best-fit strategy for each
individual learner and to make learning more
meaningful based on the factors that affect
learners in learning mathematics.
Output of the Study
1.
Class and Curriculum
Teachers attend webinars, seminars, and training on curriculum planning.
Contextualize activities and formative assessment items
Seek help from concerned education supervisors & other education experts and
report to higher Deped authorities of curriculum related problems for proper action
Classify manipulative instructional materials according to competency or
according to topic.
2.
Learning Environment
Let the learners explore outside the classroom and homes where they can relate
mathematical concepts through their experiences.
Find a quiet space where there is no distractions.
Explore ways to ensure that all students get an opportunity to speak
3.
Teachers behavior and personality
Show positive management of student behavior.
Output of the Study
4.
Teacher competence
Participate in professional development and growth activities.
Developing professional relationships and networks.
5.
Teaching Strategies
Differentiate learning activities based on learning pace and need
Provide intervention materials for slow learners in mathematics.
Label each instructional material and indicate the competence/ies that
can be enhanced using it.
6.
Parent involvement
Conduct parents’ meetings/conferences
Keep positive communication with learners and parents at all times.
Listen to parents’ concerns & try to help them how to become better
“teachers” at home.
Communicate and collaborate with the home and community for the
benefit of students.