Department of Mathematics Education (DME)

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Teachers’ Attitude on Students’ Performance in Teaching and Learning of Mathematics at Presbyterian Senior High School – Bechem
(Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, 2022) Twum, Samuel
The purpose of the study is to ascertain teachers' attitudes and its impact on students' performance in the classroom at Presbyterian Senior High School-Bechem with regard to mathematics in the Tano South Municipality in the Ahafo Region, Ghana. The explanatory sequential mixed method research design was adopted for the study. The teacher population of the school was 192 and purposeful sample was used to select the 30 mathematics teachers. Simple random sampling method was used to select the 171 students from the four classes out the 27 class for the study. In the qualitative study, a sample size of 15 of mathematics teachers, were selected randomly for the focus group discussion. The instrument used for this study was questionnaire. Percent, mean, and standard deviations, were used to analyse the quantitative data while verbatim responses of the interview of the focus group was used to analysed the qualitative data. The finding indicates that positive attitudes improves students‘ academic performance whilst negative attitudes results to decreases in students‘ performance. It is recommended that teachers should regularly develop positive attitude towards the teaching of Mathematics since they are the role model and attitude is about sharing emotions, teachers need to be taught how to develop and use emotional intelligence in the classroom to better students‘ performance.
INVESTIGATING THE FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE STUDENTS’ INTEREST IN MATHEMATICS LEARNING IN THE BOLE DISTRICT OF THE SAVANNAH REGION OF GHANA
(2022) KATA MUHAMMED
This study aimed to investigate the factors that influence students' interest in mathematics learning in the Bole District of the Savannah Region of Ghana. The study involved 90 students and used both quantitative and qualitative research approaches. The sampling technique used was a combination of purposive and simple random sampling techniques to select 90 students from the three Senior High Schools. The data was collected through questionnaires, interviews, focus group discussion and observation, and analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings of the study showed that various factors influenced students' interest in mathematics learning, including teacher quality, teaching methods, parental involvement, and cultural attitudes towards mathematics. The study suggests that interventions such as professional development for teachers, student-centered teaching approaches, and parental education programs could improve students' interest in mathematics learning in the Bole District. The study provides insights into ways to promote students' interest in mathematics and improve their academic performance in the subject. These findings also have implications for mathematics education policies and practices in Ghana and other similar contexts. xii
Factors contributing to the negative attitudes of female students towards the study of mathematics in kumasi anglican senior high school
(2023) ANTHONY ADJEI
Mathematics is one of the most important school subjects in the curriculum worldwide. It is a subject that has direct relationship with other subjects, particularly technical and sciences. The study investigated the factors contributing to the negative attitudes of Kumasi Anglican Senior High School female students in the Kumasi Metropolis. To fulfill the study's aims, a quantitative approach was employed. A structured questionnaire was employed to collect data from the respondents, and the questions on the questionnaire were ranked on a five-point Likert scale. A total of 100 respondents were surveyed for the research. The researcher employed descriptive analysis by using SPSS version 21.0. The researcher used Cochran’s formula to determine the sample size of 100 respondents for the study, whereas stratified sampling techniques was employed to select the sample for the study. The study revealed that improved teaching abilities and presenting skills can help students focus in class and grasp what they are learning. Parental participation in their children’s performances ensures that his/her child’s performance is monitored and evaluated. Students will have a clear objective of what they want to be in the future through mentorship programme, role models, and vocational coaching in a variety of professions connected to sciences. The study also revealed motivational level of female students regarding the study of Mathematics. It was recommended that the headmaster and the management of the school should ensure availability and access to adequate teaching materials and resources to facilitate hands-on learning experiences in mathematics
Enhancing the Practical Skills of TVET Students Using Mathematics as a Tool: A Case Study In Some Selected TVET Schools in Kwahu Traditional Area
(Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, 2023) Tenkorang, Sebedeo Adu
The study was undertaken to found out on how the practical skills of TVET students can be enhanced using mathematics as a tool. The instrument used for the study was a questionnaire. Three hundred and sixteen (316) respondents were used in the study consisting of two hundred and thirty-four (234) males and eighty-two (82) females. Simple Random Sampling procedure was used in to select the students while Purposive Sampling technique was used in the selection of form two students in the three TVET schools at Kwahu. The data-collection tools utilized in this study, which focused on variables such TVET students' attitudes toward mathematics (ATTI), interest in mathematics (SMN), and practical skills (PRASK), were modified from earlier studies carried out by other researchers. Structural Equation Model (SEM) software from Amos version 23 was used to analyze the gathered data. The findings of this study demonstrated that TVET students' attitudes toward mathematics had a substantial impact on their interest in mathematics. In addition, the results showed that TVET students' attitudes toward mathematics had a favorable impact and were statistically significant on their practical skills. Moreover, to enhance the practical skills of TVET students, it is recommended that stakeholders in TVET institutions gear the teaching and learning of Mathematics towards students’ practical lessons. Also, emphasis on practice should take precedence over theory in the mathematics curriculum.
Using the UTAUT Model to Assess the Factors Influencing the use of ICT in Ghanaian Pre-Tertiary Mathematics Education
(Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, 2023) Owusu Bandoh, Sampson
As the demand for the adoption and use of Information communication and technology has increased rapidly due to the exponential growth of technological advancement in all human endeavor, researchers are also developing theories and/or modells that could be used to explain and predict humans’ acceptance and use of these technologies as they are been released in the markets. The present study adapted one of the powerful modells for ICT integration (thus, Unified Theory of Acceptance and Technology Use) to assess pre-tertiary mathematics facilitators' intentions and actual use of ICT for mathematics instructions in Ghana. The study adopted a quantitative research design with a questionnaire a survey instrument for collecting 185 valid data from both junior and senior high schools’ mathematics facilitators. Descriptive statistics and an enter multiple regression were deployed to validate the proposed research questions. Using SPPS v.23 as a statistical software for analysing the data, the result reveals that, performance expectancy and effort expectancy had a positive and significant effect on mathematics facilitators' intentions toward ICT adoption. Moreover, social influence was significant but had a negative impact on facilitators' intentions. The impact of mathematics facilitators' intention to use ICT and the facilitating conditions within the school environment was also a positive and significant predictor of facilitators' ICT use behaviour. It was concluded from the findings that facilitating condition was the better predictor for mathematics teachers’ ICT use behaviour than teachers’ intention. Hence, the researcher recommended that more government expenditure must be allocated to infrastructures that would improve the use of ICT as well and frequent ICT training must be undertaken to enrich teachers’ knowledge in the affordance of using ICT in mathematics classrooms.
Relative Viability of the Method of Conjugate Linear Equations in Solving Quadratic Equations: A Comparison with the Conventional Factorization Method
(Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, 2023) Alhassan, Samuel
This study sought to find out the viability of the method of conjugate linear equations in solving quadratic equations among senior high school (SHS) one students, by comparing the effectiveness of teaching quadratic equations using the conjugate linear equations method and the traditional factorization method. A quasi-experimental design involving two senior high school form one classes with twenty-eight (n=28) students for the control and twenty-nine (n=29) students for the treatment group and a total of 57 students was conducted. Pre-test, post-test, and retention test items with respective reliability coefficients; 0.80, 0.87 and 0.85 and their test scores were collected and analyzed using independent samples t-tests. At a significant alpha level of 0.05, the conjugate linear equations method showed significant post-test score differences in favour of the conjugales, with gender difference not significantly different. The method of conjugate linear equations also demonstrated higher retention potential. Although no significant time differences emerged between the two groups, the study highlights the conjugate linear equations method's viability and potential benefits. Recommendations include adoption of the method of conjugales, training of teachers on the pedagogy of the method of conjugales, further research, long-term assessment, and resource provision.
The Interplay Between Students’ Mathematics Self Efficacy, the Classroom Climate, and Students Attitudes Towards Mathematics, Examining their Collective Influence on Students’ Academic Performance in Mathematics
(Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, 2023) Agyei, Sylvester Akwasi
This study explored the interplay between students’ mathematics self efficacy, the classroom climate, and students’ attitudes towards mathematics, examining their collective influence on students’ academic performance in mathematics. The study employed a descriptive survey design and a structured questionnaire as data collection tool. The study population consisted of students at Nkawie Senior High Technical School and Toase Senior High School in the Ashanti region of Ghana. The study sampled 382 students from both schools using stratified and simple random sampling technique s . The data was analyzed using Structural Equation Model ing (with Amos (v. 23) software . Based on the findings, it was concluded that student’s mathematics self efficacy ha d a significant po sitive effect on performance in mathematic (β = 0.2 0 1 ; C. /t = 2 97 5 ; p = 0.003 )). Classroom climate ha d significant positive impact on students’ mathematics performance (β 0. 188 ; C. /t 2 677 ; p = 0.007 ) and the relationship between students’ mathematics self efficacy and mathematics performance was partially mediated by students’ attitude towards mathematic s. The study suggested that mathematics instructors should encourage learners to appreciate the study of mathematics and avoid using derogatory comments for wrong answers in mathematics class. Adequate teaching and learning materials should be provided in every classroom at all leve ls of education to facilitate teaching and learning. Mathematics instructors should relate mathematics to real life situations in order to help learners develop positive attitude towards mathematics.
Using machine learning techniques for early identification of at-risk students in a course at the intermediary levels of education
(2023-05) Anane Gabriel
This thesis focuses on the use of machine learning techniques to identify at-risk students at intermediary levels of education. The goal of this project is to develop a predictive model that can identify students who may be struggling in the course before they reach a critical point that leads to lower grades or withdrawal. Based on the analysis of related literature, this study selected students’ personal characteristics and academic performance as input attributions at the intermediary level of education. Prediction models were developed using Artificial Neural Network (ANN), Decision Tree (DT) and Linear regression. A sample of 785 students was utilized in the procedures of model training and testing. The results of each model were presented in a confusion matrix and were analyzed by calculating the rates of accuracy, precision, recall, and F-measure. The results suggested all three machine learning methods were effective for student at-risk prediction, but DT presented a better performance. By identifying at risk students early, teachers can provide additional support and resources to prevent students from falling behind and dropping out. Ultimately, this research could have significant implications for improving student retention rates in intermediary education and helping students achieve their academic goals.

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