Comparing Mathematics Achievement: Control vs. Experimental Groups in the Context of Mobile Educational Applications

Charlotte M. Canilao¹ and Melanie G. Gurat^1,

¹School of Graduate Studies, Saint Mary’s University, Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines

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Charlotte M. Canilao and Melanie G. Gurat. Comparing Mathematics Achievement: Control vs. Experimental Groups in the Context of Mobile Educational Applications. American Journal of Educational Research. 2023; 11(6):348-358. doi: 10.12691/education-11-6-2

Abstract

This study primarily assessed students' achievement in mathematics using a mobile educational application to help them learn and adapt to changes in education. The study involved selected Grade 9 students at a public high school in Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines. This study used a quasi-experimental method, particularly a post-test control group design. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percent, mean, and standard deviation were used to describe the achievement of the students in mathematics. A t-test for independent samples was also computed to determine if there is a significant difference between the students’ achievement in mathematics after using the mobile educational application by the control and experimental groups. Results revealed that students' achievement in mathematics was very proficient after using the application. Moreover, the usage of educational mobile applications has a better impact on students' achievement in mathematics than the traditional approach to teaching. Teachers are encouraged to place priority on solving problems. Overall, the use of the mobile educational application can enhance learning in mathematics, thus the continued use of the said application is advised.

Keywords:
algebra CK-12 math application problem-solving rational exponents radicals variations

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