Title:
DETERMINANTS OF THE EFFICACY OF MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION IN THE SCHOOLS DIVISION OF OLONGAPO CITY

Authors:
Michaela C. Madamecila, Philippines

Abstract:
The research study aimed to determine the determinants of efficacy of Mathematics instructions in the Schools Division of Olongapo City. The study made use of the descriptive method as the main instrument to gather necessary data. The descriptive method is use for the study that needs an interpretation and analysis of the gathered data to accomplish its objectives. The researcher utilized item analysis, the use of descriptive statistics for the frequency, percentage, rank and mean. Analysis of Variance and Pearson Correlation Coefficient to determine the determinants of efficacy of mathematics instruction. The study proves that there was a highly significant difference in the perceived qualities of the Mathematics teachers when grouped according to teacherrespondent’s length of service and there was a significant difference in the perceived qualities of the Mathematics teachers when grouped according to teacher-respondents’ sex, civil status, grade level taught, highest educational attainment and number of relevant trainings attended for Mathematics. The researcher strongly recommended teachers to attend also in in-service trainings and workshop to improve their craft. Teacher should also pursue their graduate education to become more updated on the trend in education. Mathematics teachers shall possess qualities of an effective facilitator of learning, And, School administrator/teachers should provide textbooks, worksheets and other appropriate learner’s material. Another similar study is hereby recommended to test the validity of the present study.