Mathematical Self-Efficacy and Geometry Word Problems PDF

This study will be conducted to provide a clearer understanding of how mathematical self-efficacy influences the ability to solve geometry word problems. The objectives include to determine the correlation between mathematics self-efficacy and performance in geometry word problem-solving among stude...

This study will be conducted to provide a clearer understanding of how mathematical self-efficacy influences the ability to solve geometry word problems. The objectives include to determine the correlation between mathematics self-efficacy and performance in geometry word problem-solving among students, to Rationale Brief Description (establish the rationale of the study, research objectives, locale, target respondents, and method of data collection Acquiring a strong problem-solving skills plays a crucial role Having a strong problems solving skills is necessary for every student Self-efficacy plays a crucial for an individual to perform effectively, accomplish certain tasks, and stay motivated regardless of the difficulties encountered such as in solving problems in mathematics. Therefore, the objectives of the study are to determine the correlation between learners' mathematical self-efficacy and their performance in solving geometry word problems, to provide findings enabling a deeper understanding of the role of self-efficacy in mathematics education, and to contribute information useful for developing teaching strategies that will facilitate improvement in learner's achievements in mathematics, particularly in dealing with activities involving geometry. The target respondents are the selected BSED Mathematics students of Laguna University, and the researchers will provide survey questionnaires to test the mathematics self-efficacy level and give an assessment on geometry word problem-solving through Google Forms as a method of data collection. For PFS, please describe the market information Word problems are among the most difficult kinds of problems that mathematics learners encounter. As a result, they have been the object of tremendous research over the past 50 years. With the shift towards more contextualized learning, they saw a revival in the assessment of mathematical competencies, and problem-solving skills became an important component of 21st-century education (Strohmaier 2020). However, solving mathematical word problems is still considered a difficult matter for today's learners. It gives them challenges in applying problem-solving abilities in various areas of mathematics, especially if it involves concepts related to geometry. Successful geometry problem solving involved interpreting geometry problems that are often presented in language form, processing geometry and arithmetic concepts and facts, and applying them to solve the problem (Haryanti, 2019). It has also been observed that the success of learners in mathematical word problems is not only supported by teaching and learning methods but also by psychological factors with regard to their beliefs about the abilities that they had. It determines the degree of effort and determination they will exert when doing a particular task. Thus, increasing attention also shifted to knowing the connection between mathematics self-efficacy and the achievement of students in word problem-solving activities. Amri, S. (2019). The Role of Self-Efficacy and Mathematics ability in the Problem-Solving Mathematics. Retrieved August 21, 2024, from Baskin, H. (2021, June 21). Investigating the Impacts of a Mathematics Word Problem Intervention on Student Perseverance, Solving Accuracy, and Self-Efficacy. Retrieved August 21, 2024, from https://cdr.lib.unc.edu/concern/dissertations/9k41zp34t?locale=en Cesaria, A. and Herman, T. (2019). Learning obstacle in geometry. 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(2020). Self-Efficacy and Performance in Mathematics of Science High School Students. Retrieved August 21, 2024, from Pentang JT, Andrade LJT, Golben JC, Talua JP, Bautista RM, Sercenia JC, Permatasari D, Bucad Jr. ML and Viernes MDD. (2024). Problem-solving difficulties, performance, and differences among preservice teachers in Western Philippines University. The Palawan Scientist, 16(1): 58-68. Retrieved August 21, 2024, from Pongsakdi, N. (2020). What makes mathematical word problem solving challenging? Exploring the roles of word problem characteristics, text comprehension, and arithmetic skills ZDM, 52, 33-44. Retrieved August 21, 2024, from https://doi.org/10.1007/ s11858-019-01118-9 Unson, J. (2021). Vocabulary and Identification of Information: Difficulties and Challenges in Word Problems Solving. Retrieved August 21, 2024, from Velez, A. and Abuzo, P. (2024). Mathematics Self-Efficacy and Motivation as Predictors of Problem-Solving Skills of Students. Retrieved August 21, 2024, from Voica, C. Singer, F. and Stan, E. (2020, November 23). How are motivation and self-efficacy interacting in problem-solving and problem-posing? Retrieved August 21, 2024, from https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1108536/full. that are often presented in a language form. task. Correspondingly, a growing interest of the research community focuses on the role of mathematics self-efficacy to the success of students in geometry problem solving that are often presented in a language form. successful, processing of geometry and arithmetic concepts and facts, and consequently applying them to solve the problem involves interpreting geometry problems hat most of the student made mistakes in transforming the word problem received a lot of attention from the research community over the last four decades. The success of students in mathematical word problem is supported by psychological factors, not only about the method of learning but also about the beliefs about the ability possessed by students. In addition, knowledge in mathematical word problem can give students confidence to accomplish the task. The lack of strategy in mathematical word problem can decrease the confidence and belief of being success. The success of students in mathematical word problem is supported by psychological factors, not only about the method of learning but also about the beliefs about the ability possessed by students. The beliefs that the students have in performing a particular task or action is called self-efficacy \[ Meanwhile, mathematics self-efficacy is also considered an important agent in students\' learning as it allows to determine the degree of how much effort and determination learners will exert on a mathematics problem or task. as it enable learners part of learning mathematics and Meanwhile, Problem-solving ability is one of the standard mathematical abilities that students must have. This ability can be mastered well by students if students have affective abilities, one of which is self-efficacy. Mathematical problem solving ability was required in NCTM in addition to the ability of connection, communication, and mathematical representation. In other side, metacognition plays a important role in the process of solving problems in mathematics. future intervention that focused on improving learners' provide findings for and to contribute information useful for future intervention in developing teaching strategies that will facilitate improvement in learner's The primary objective of this study is to determine the correlation between mathematics self-efficacy and performance in geometry word problem-solving among students. Additionally, we aim to explore the potential mediating factors that may exist within this relationship. Expected Outcome: It is expected that the findings of this study will reveal a significant correlation between mathematics self-efficacy and geometry word problem performance. Furthermore, we anticipate identifying important insights into the specific aspects of self-efficacy that most strongly influence problem-solving abilities in the context of geometry. These findings will contribute to a deeper understanding of the role of self-efficacy in mathematics education and may inform future interventions aimed at improving students\' performance in geometry word problem-solving. particularly in accomplishing specific task regardless of its difficulty just like in problem-solving in mathematics. foundation of motivation to learning, growth