Differentiated Instruction in Mathematics Classes: Increasing Student’s Mathematics Performance and Engagement in Statistics and Probability

Alvin Odon Insorio; Analisa Rosa Padua Librada

Alvin Odon Insorio San Pedro College of Business Administration/San Pedro Relocation Center National High School http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4746-6225
Analisa Rosa Padua Librada San Pedro Relocation Center National High School-Main Campus, Philippines http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0473-6034

Keywords: Academic Performance, Differentiated Instruction, Student Engagement, Secondary Student, Student Diversity

Abstract

To provide high-quality basic education, the mathematics teacher must handle many difficulties, including student diversity. Lack of student engagement and poor mathematics achievement will occur unless student diversity is addressed. This study used differentiated instruction to increase the Grade 11 students’ mathematics performance and mathematical engagement in Statistics and Probability. The study used a Plan-Do-Study-Act-inspired practical action research design. Specialists in mathematics education verified the data collection tools, including the survey questionnaire, test materials, and interview guide, and pilot-tested them with non-participants. The results showed that differentiated instruction boosted the students' mathematical engagement in terms of cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and social aspects. Additionally, students performed better mathematically on the test. Students gained confidence and increased interest in studying because their preferred learning styles and interests were considered while creating the lessons.

Author Biographies

Alvin Odon Insorio, San Pedro College of Business Administration/San Pedro Relocation Center National High School

Alvin O. Insorio is a part-time professor at San Pedro College of Business Administration and full-time Master Teacher II at San Pedro Relocation Center National High School-Main Campus. He teaches Mathematics, Statistics, and Research subjects to senior high school and college students. Currently, he is writing his dissertation at Philippine Normal University-Manila in prelude to his degree - Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics Education.

Analisa Rosa Padua Librada, San Pedro Relocation Center National High School-Main Campus, Philippines

ional High School-Main Campus. She teaches General Mathematics, Statistics, and Probability to senior high school students. She had been in the Department of Education for twenty-eight years. She received two Master’s degrees prior to her present position.