Students’ Level of Conceptual Understanding in Solving Quadratic Equation Using Microsoft Math Program

Abstract

This study aimed to assess the students’ level of conceptual understanding in solving quadratic equations to determine the effectiveness of the Microsoft Math Program. A quasi-experimental research design was adopted involving thirty-eight (38) Grade 9 students enrolled in A.Y.: 2018-2019 at MSU-Marantao Community High School. The respondents were given a pre-test before introducing the Microsoft Math Program and a post-test after three weeks of using the program. Data revealed that the majority or 65.79% of the respondents failed the pre-test but were able to pass the post-test with a passing rate of 94.74%. The respondents in general had a low level of conceptual understanding in the pre-test and an average level in the post-test. Pre-test and post-test scores were also revealed to have a significant difference as evidenced in the p-value of 0.000. Additionally, the respondents revealed that using the Microsoft Math Program had advantages as it is user-friendly and it offers a step-by-step presentation of solutions, thereby implying the program’s potential benefit in enhancing the performance of students in solving quadratic equations. Math teachers are advised to find ways to increase their students’ interest in the subject with the use of appropriate and effective instructional materials such as the Microsoft Math Program.