INTEREST IN MATHEMATICS AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS IN A PUBLIC HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION

Authors

  • Tatheana B. Abenoja Sisters of Mary School-Girlstown, Inc., Talisay, Cebu, Philippines
  • Ma. Tersita L. Baloro Sisters of Mary School-Girlstown, Inc., Talisay, Cebu, Philippines
  • Lore Jean S. Barliso Sisters of Mary School-Girlstown, Inc., Talisay, Cebu, Philippines
  • Ivy G. Dealagdon Sisters of Mary School-Girlstown, Inc., Talisay, Cebu, Philippines
  • Efraulein V. Cabigon Sisters of Mary School-Girlstown, Inc., Talisay, Cebu, Philippines

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejes.v12i6.5971

Keywords:

interest, academic performance, pre-service teachers, higher education institution

Abstract

This study assessed the relationship between math interest and academic performance of the first-year pre-service teachers enrolled in the Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Mathematics at Talisay City College, Cebu, Philippines, for the school year 2022-2023 using a descriptive-correlational design. The respondents were identified using simple random sampling. They were asked to answer the questionnaire assessing their math interest, while their performance in math was assessed using their grades in History of Mathematics (MM1) and Fundamentals of Mathematics (Math 1). The research tool was validated using content and face validity. The data gathered were treated using frequency count, percentage, weighted mean, standard deviation, and Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient. The results revealed that the respondents had a high interest in math. Moreover, they exhibited good performance in MM1 and Math 1. However, no significant relationship was found between math interest and the respondents' MM1 and Math 1 performance. Thus, it is recommended that instructors utilize strategies that enhance students’ interest in math and provide math-related activities that could improve students’ engagement and performance.

 

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Author Biographies

  • Tatheana B. Abenoja, Sisters of Mary School-Girlstown, Inc., Talisay, Cebu, Philippines

    Tatheana B. Abenoja is a dedicated mathematics teacher at Sisters of Mary School - Girlstown, Inc., where she passionately imparts knowledge and fosters a love for learning among her students. She earned her bachelor’s degree in mathematics education from Talisay City College, equipping her with the skills and expertise to excel in her profession.

  • Ma. Tersita L. Baloro, Sisters of Mary School-Girlstown, Inc., Talisay, Cebu, Philippines

    Ma. Tersita L. Baloro is a dedicated mathematics teacher at Sisters of Mary School - Girlstown, Inc.. She inspires a love for learning with her expertise, honed through a mathematics education degree from Talisay City College.

  • Lore Jean S. Barliso, Sisters of Mary School-Girlstown, Inc., Talisay, Cebu, Philippines

    Lore Jean S. Barliso is a committed mathematics teacher at Sisters of Mary School - Girlstown, Inc., who combines her dedication to teaching with the firm foundation of a mathematics education degree from Talisay City College.

  • Ivy G. Dealagdon, Sisters of Mary School-Girlstown, Inc., Talisay, Cebu, Philippines

    Efraulein V. Cabigon is a passionate mathematics teacher at Sisters of Mary School - Girlstown, Inc.. She brings expertise and enthusiasm to the classroom, grounded in her mathematics education degree from Bohol Island State University - Clarin Campus.

  • Efraulein V. Cabigon, Sisters of Mary School-Girlstown, Inc., Talisay, Cebu, Philippines

    Ivy G. Dealagdon is an inspiring mathematics teacher at Sisters of Mary School - Girlstown, Inc.. She shares her passion for learning, strengthened by a mathematics education degree from Cebu Normal University.

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