The Effect of Group Tutorials Teaching  Strategy on Achievement and Interest in  Mathematics of Ninth Standard Students

Ramesha; Dr. M. Narayanaswamy

Volume : II, Issue : I, January - 2013

The Effect of Group Tutorials Teaching Strategy on Achievement and Interest in Mathematics of Ninth Standard Students

Ramesha, Dr. M. Narayanaswamy

Abstract :

Mathematics is considered to be the father of all sciences. Mathematics is a core subject in secondary schools. The study of mathematics was established to produce a competent person who is able to apply knowledge of mathematics in everyday life effectively and responsibly in solving problems and making decisions. One strategy that has been used for mathematics teaching is the incorporation of tutorial groups teaching strategy into mathematics lessons. This study explored the effect of group tutorials teaching strategy on achievement and interest in mathematics. The study adopted a quasi-experimental design referred to as pre-test, post test control group design. The sample consisted of 60 students assigned to experimental group and control group. Mathematics Achievement Test (MAT) and Interest in Mathematics (IIM) were constructed, validated, and used for the collection of relevant data. The experimental groups were taught the arithmetic, algea and geometry using group tutorials model, while the control group was taught the same topics using the conventional method. The data collected was analyzed using �t� test. The results of the study revealed that there was a significant difference in the level of achievement and interest in mathematics of IX standard students of the treatment group. The treatment group performed better than the control group in the achievement and interest levels