Learners' perspectives on the teaching strategies used by Mathematics teachers at a secondary school in Nyazura
- Author
- Ndaubvonga, P.
- Title
- Learners' perspectives on the teaching strategies used by Mathematics teachers at a secondary school in Nyazura
- Abstract
- This abstract presents a thorough examination of students' attitudes towards various teaching strategies employed in the realm of mathematics education. Understanding student perspectives on teaching methodologies is crucial for enhancing learning outcomes and fostering a positive academic environment. This review integrates findings from a wide range of studies and surveys that investigate the subjective opinions, preferences, and perceptions of students regarding different instructional approaches in mathematics. The study reveals that students exhibit diverse attitudes towards teaching strategies in mathematics, influenced by factors such as personal learning styles, cognitive preferences, past experiences, and motivational levels. While some learners prefer traditional methods involving direct instruction and rote memorization, others thrive in environments that promote collaborative learning, problem-solving, and hands-on activities. Furthermore, the abstract underscores the importance of aligning teaching strategies with the diverse needs and learning profiles of students to maximize engagement, comprehension, and retention in mathematics education. By recognizing and accommodating varying attitudes towards instructional approaches, educators can create inclusive and effective learning environments that cater to the multidimensional needs of learners. This comprehensive review offers valuable insights for educators, policymakers, curriculum designers, and educational stakeholders seeking to enhance mathematics instruction by incorporating student perspectives and preferences into pedagogical practices. By fostering a supportive and adaptive teaching environment that resonates with students' attitudes and preferences, educators can cultivate a deeper appreciation for mathematics and facilitate meaningful learning experiences for learners of all backgrounds and abilities. An exploratory qualitative case study research design was adopted for the study. The data for the research was collected by means interviews questionnaires. The study revealed that many learners have negative attitudes towards learning Mathematics and that there are many factors which contribute to the negative attitude. Improving on these factors and sensitization of the local community to discard practices which prohibit student’s effective participation in learning Mathematics could improve performance in Mathematics. It is anticipated that the findings of this study will give curriculum developers new insights into emerging issues on performance and influence the Ministry of Education on policy formulation. Learners are also expected to benefit from the findings; because improved Mathematics performance will give them opportunities to pursue science related courses in higher institutions of learning and middle level colleges. The situation is worsened by the inability of the heads of department and principals to guide and support educators. Finally, the researcher gave general recommendations for improving the attitudes of learners towards learning Mathematics.
- Date
- June 2024
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- Learners perspectives,
- Mathematics,
- Teaching,
- Supervisor
- Mr. Mhishi,
- Media
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NDAUBVONGA PETRONELLA