Understanding of learning styles and teaching strategies towards improving the teaching and learning of mathematics
Issue Date
5-2020
Abstract
This study was conducted to analyse the influence of learning styles and teaching strategies on academic performance in mathematics. Surveys were conducted to 277 randomly selected grade 9 students and five purposively sample mathematics teachers. Findings reveal that most of the student-respondents have a combination of dependent, collaborative and independent learning styles. Multiple regression analysis indicates that among the learning styles, only the independent style has a significant influence on the academic performance of grade 9 students. Four teaching strategies including cooperative learning, deductive approach, inductive approach, and integrative approach, were found to have a significant influence on academic performance. By understanding the learning styles of students, teachers will be guided in designing different strategies to help students enhance learning for their improved performance in mathematics.
Source or Periodical Title
LUMAT International Journal on Math Science and Technology Education
Volume
8
Issue
1
Page
19-43
Document Type
Article
Physical Description
tables, references
Language
English
Subject
Learning styles, Mathematics, Performance, Secondary, Teaching strategies
Recommended Citation
Cardino, J., & Ortega-Dela Cruz, R.A. (2020). Understanding of learning styles and teaching strategies towards improving the teaching and learning of mathematics. LUMAT: International Journal on Math, Science and Technology Education, 8 (1),19-43.
Identifier
DOI:10.31129/LUMAT.8.1.1348
Digital Copy
yes
