Examining the impact of mathematics education on entrepreneurial skills development A case of St Margarets Chigodora Secondary School, Wedza Mashonaland east.

Author
Nyakunuhwa, K.H.
Title
Examining the impact of mathematics education on entrepreneurial skills development A case of St Margarets Chigodora Secondary School, Wedza Mashonaland east.
Abstract
This research aimed to investigate the impact of mathematics to the acquisition of entrepreneurship at St Margarets learners Chigodora Secondary school, in Wedza, Mashonaland East. Prior research has highlighted that students are studying entrepreneurship with no mathematical background which is a significant subject. This research opted to explore the impact of mathematical background on their learning of entrepreneurship. With increasing emphasis on fostering and entrepreneurship mind set and skills, it becomes essential to understand how students with a background in mathematics perceive and engage with entrepreneurship education. The study adopted the mixed-methods approach, including both quantitative and qualitative analysis. Questionnaires include both structured and unstructured questions. The interviews were conducted qualitatively with both students and teachers responding freely to the questions. The findings of the research reviewed that there are many roles which mathematics can contribute in the acquisition of entrepreneurship. The respondents pointed out that mathematics prepare learners to be arithmetic accuracy, being able to work with numbers, being able to take risks, to plan and to organize. Based on the results of the research the participants explained their views and perceptions of mathematical background on the acquisition of mathematics. The results indicated that there is relevance in mathematics, the subject bring confidence on the part of learners and the ability to apply knowledge on the acquisition and learning of entrepreneurship. The findings from this research were expected to bring clarity and justice on the relationship between mathematics and entrepreneurship. The results indicate that mathematics plays a significant role in preparing learners for entrepreneurship studies. By bridging a gap between mathematical and entrepreneurial competencies, educational institutions can better equip learners to successfully navigate the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship.
Date
2024
Publisher
BUSE
Keywords
mathematics education
entrepreneurial skills development
Supervisor
Dr E. Mangwende
Item sets
Department of Science and Mathematical Foundations
Media
NYAKUNUHWA KUDAKWASHE E

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