Bulacan State University

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Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Mathematics

Academic Year 2022-2023

Mathematics and Science Teachers

Applying Strategies to Facilitating Student Learning

Submitted in Partial Fulfillment

of The Academic Requirement in Facilitating Learner-Centered Teaching

Submitted by:

Coronel, Jenny Marie M.

Gamas, Aleck Chis L.
Gumarang, Kimberly Joy Q.
Zulieta, Cathleenjoy R.

Submitted To : Ms. Dyan Grace O. Crespo

November, 2022
Table of Contents Pages

I. Introduction …………........................................................................ 1

Statement of the Problem and Definition of Terms ………………… 4

Approaches and Objectives ……….………………………………... 5

II. Methodology

Research Design, Participants and Instruments …………………….. 6

Data Collection and Ethical Considerations ………………………... 7

III. Results and Discussion …………………………………………….. 7

Summary and Ideas

IV. Conclusions and Recommendations ………………………………. 11

V. References ………………………………………………………...... 12
Abstract
Teachers plays an important role in every students’ life. They are the builders of a better

future. They shape today’s youth and support them as they succeed in life. Being a teacher is

difficult, and they face numerous challenges during their profession. Choosing the right

strategies and approach in teaching to their students is a straggle for them since every

students differ. So, in order to lessen the difficulties of the teachers when teaching, this

research aims to learn some practical strategies for facilitating student learning. There’s a lot

of strategies that a teacher may use to interact with his/her student. The most recommended is

using an interactive activities like games for students to help them be active and the lesson be

lively. It helps the student to be participative and don’t feel bored during the discussion.

However, using this strategy is not always effective because students have different learning

style. Teachers must find out what is the best for their students that will have a great result for

them. No matter what strategies a teacher will use the most important thing is that the

students will understand your lesson and will have knowledge that they can use for their

future. The new generation needs to be persuaded in a favorable way by teachers. Someone

who will push, inspire, or foster an environment where pupils want to learn in order to

improve themselves. Without the use of a strategy, teachers would be aimlessly projecting

information that doesn't connect with learners or engage them. Strategies help learners

participate, connect, and add excitement to the content being delivered.

I. Introduction

Have you been encountered a research who have been applying some strategies

regarding of facilitating student learning? But, first what is facilitating student learning?

Facilitating student learning is where the students are encouraged to make more control of

their learning process. It means that the facilitating teachers must have their own

strategies to help their student to learn more. Teachers and educational leaders have a

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profound and ongoing duty to students when it comes to learning facilitation approaches.

Although the idea of the teacher as a facilitator may be new, it has long been necessary.

Not all teachers are intrinsically capable of supporting learning and assessment in

practice. In the quest to support the learning environment and learning process, this

manual on how to enhance learning in the classroom could be essential. We have to

consider the interaction between students and their instructions and it must have a

positive effects on the students learning, and also a way to encourage them to add their

experiences in learning. Therefore, to be an effective facilitator, you need to consider how

the original content should be adapted for your specific students.

Teaching methods that consider the interaction between students and their instructors

have a positive effect on students' learning. The most effective strategy that Instructors

use to benefit student's learning in the classroom is to encourage them to link their

experience in learning in the past to the new knowledge in the present through the class

discussion and help them come up with new ideas that benefit them in their real-life

problem-solving (Akpan & Beard, 2016). With the use of this technique, students can

increase their self-assurance, be inspired to learn more, and make learning easier.

According to Poon (2013), using teaching strategies that combine traditional and

technological learning can improve student learning and promote engaged learning. The

teacher serves as a facilitator in this process, while the pupil serves as learner, as well as

the school serving as the source of rules ensuring validity, collaborative effort, linguistic

development, Contextualization, strenuous exercises, and educational dialogue guarantee

that pupils have a successful educational experience. A learning encounter that meets

their needs. In this sense, the essentialism theory of William Bagley proposes that pupils

should study conventional subjects to offer them a firm grasp of their learning (Lynch,

2018). This strategy aids students in using their traditional academic knowledge as a base

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for the development of critical thought. Apparently, Gardner. Each person has varying

levels of intellect, including linguistic and verbal, logical and mathematical intelligence,

bodily-kinesthetic intelligence, musical intelligence, intrapersonal intelligence, spatial-

visual intelligence, intelligent naturalists, intelligence from existence (Northern Illinois

University). Consequently, a teacher should view each pupil as a whole social unit and

take into account all of their personality's facets (i.e., mental, psychological, social, and

environmental aspects). By utilizing both formal and informal educational methods,

teachers can encourage students to identify areas they need to strengthen by treating each

student holistically. Because every student learns and assimilates information differently,

teachers should employ a variety of tactics that cater to the demands of every kid's

education. What works well for teaching in one lesson might not work well in another,

and what works well for one student might not work well for another. In order to

accommodate various students' learning styles, teachers should change their teaching

methods. delivering succinct lectures that use questions to clarify the lesson themes

group discussion, a group report, the use of web resources, and the use of PowerPoint are

all activities that get students to think about the topic and express their ideas on it.

There is, however, a dearth of study on how to apply these ideas to instructing students

in higher education. So, in order to raise awareness of, encourage reflection on, and

encourage the use of good learning practices, we developed an intervention program. A

learning strategy is described as "an individual's approach to a task" by Schumaker and

Deshler (2006). A lot of this thinking about learning is done unconsciously. It involves

how a person thinks and behaves when planning, carrying out, and evaluating

performance on a task and its outcomes. For instance, while reading material that we find

challenging to understand, the majority of us naturally slow down. We employ a range of

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 techniques to aid in the organization and retention of these two crucial aspects of the

learning process.

The acts pupils take to enhance their learning are known as learning strategies. By

actively utilizing language learning tools, students can take charge of their own education

by improving their language abilities, self-assurance, and drive. The use of strategy

instructions increases students' autonomy and independence in learning and encourages

them to take ownership of their education. The more tactics a learner employs, the more

self-assured, driven, and effective they feel. In order to increase levels of self-directed

learning, teachers are encouraged to select effective teaching methods and learning

strategies for their students and to educate them how to grasp learning strategies.

Statement of the problem

Through this study, the researcher aims to find the most effective strategies to facilitating

student learning of from the Mathematics and Science Teachers located in different Schools

in Bulacan specially this study aims to seek questions such as:

1. What do you think the most effective strategies that the students interact in a learning

environment?

2. What are the challenges or difficulties met by teachers by applying the strategies?

3. What strategies should teachers use to effectively meet the needs of their students

with different learning styles?

Definition of terms
Effective facilitator- leads to ensure that everyone knows the group is in charge, that their

business is being handled, and that each person can play a role. The facilitator offers ideas

and employs tools to assist the group in moving forward, but they do not make choices on

their behalf. Ann Chastain ( 2013 )

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Interactions - require at least two items and two acts, and are reciprocal events. When these

things and things happen, they interact and have an impact on one another. Wagner (1994)

Learning - is a method that results in change, which happens as a result of experience and

raises the possibility of better performance and future learning. (Ambrose et al, 2010, p.3).

Learning strategy - is a procedure that results in change, which follows experience and

raises the possibility of enhanced performance and future learning. (Schumaker & Deshler,

1992).

Student - According to Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary, a student is a person who

is learning at a college or university, or sometimes at a school.

Technology of learning - in order to enable goal-direct learning, this project attempts to

provide (probabilistic) principles for the design of learning environments. (Reigeluth 1999)

Traditional learning environment is one in which a single teacher interacts directly with a

group of students in a physical setting, such a classroom in a school. The students are

expected to be in class for a set period of time during which they are given instruction on a

number of different themes and subjects and frequently receive practical training relevant to

their jobs. Andrey Kiligann(2021)

Approaches
An Ethnographic research will be use in the study. Considering that it is a common data

collection strategy in the social and behavioral sciences. Data are gathered through

observations and interviews, which are then utilized to make conclusion on the mathematics

teacher's most effective teaching strategies. Their insights and views on how the teaching

strategies they use help students learn. After that, a group discussion of the researchers'

colleagues will be held.

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Objectives
The purpose of this study was to learn some practical strategies for facilitating student

learning.

II. Methodology
The research design, setting, population and sampling materials and tools, data collection

techniques, data analysis, and difficulties encountered during data collection are all presented

in this chapter.

Research design

This research essentially made use a qualitative descriptive research design to understand

profoundly the teacher perceptions of informants the regarding the parental involvement in

the education of students. According to Qual Sociol (2019) we define qualitative research as

an iterative process in which improved understanding to the scientific community is achieved

by making new significant distinctions resulting from getting closer to the phenomenon

studied. This formulation emphasizes that a qualitative dimension is present in quantitative

work as well and is designed as a tool to assist in improving research ideas. It can also assist

address criticisms of qualitative methodologies, improve communication amongst

researchers, reduce the gap between qualitative and quantitative researchers, and serve as a

benchmark for evaluating qualitative research.

Participants
This study derived information using convenience sampling from the Mathematics and

Science Teachers located in different Schools in Bulacan.

1. Currently teaching Mathematics and Science Department.

2. Has been teaching for more than five (5) years.

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Instruments
The researcher utilized an interviewing guide to collect the data needed for this research.

Questions in the interview guide were designed to gather professors' thoughts on Facilitating

Student Learning.

Data Collection
The researcher requested consent from the participants and the school's officials before

beginning the study. A online interview with the participants was arranged by the researcher.

The researcher initially explained the goal of the study before the interview began. Before the

interview was conducted, the researcher also got the participant's permission. The participants

didn't allow the researcher to collect their names and also their school.

Ethical Considerations
The participants rights, interests, and sensibilities were given priority in this study. The

researcher and each participant had exclusive access to the data, and anonymous sources were

utilized to ensure participant privacy. The research design, which gives priority to each

participant's thoughts, opinions, and ideas throughout the inquiry, was explained to each

participant.

III. Results and Discussion

Most Effective Strategies that the Students Interact in a Learning Environment

There are a lot of strategies we can use to help the student to interact in a Learning

Environment. First, we need to take some games/activity to avoid the boredom. So that, It

will help the students to learn widely. Almost, some of the students are getting bored while

they are listening to their teachers. Maybe, because they wanted to feel fun and happy while

they are studying or learning. In addition to that some of them are shy to show other people

their skills and abilities. so that, some of the teachers we interviewed are making strategies

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like they are making a group work to build the bond as a team or as a colleague. Maybe that

was the key to build a healthy and happy learning environment.

Challenges or difficulties met by teachers by applying the strategies

There a lot of challenges or difficulties that teachers have to overcome when they are

applying strategies. Every year, students have the challenging duty of communicating their

needs to teachers. Some children are inherently adept at it; they can express their needs and

desires in a compelling manner and get what they want. However, a lot of people struggle to

effectively communicate with their lecturers. As the more seasoned members of the group,

teachers must establish a connection with their students and continually build on their

communication abilities. Teachers must continually be thinking creatively since teaching has

become a very competitive industry. There is competition among individuals in the school,

and many teachers believe they must accomplish more each year. In addition to the

competition, teachers are completely in charge of a student's growth indicators, disciplinary

issues, and developmental issues; these elements place a lot of strain on a teacher's shoulders.

Strategies should teachers use to effectively meet the needs of their students with
different learning styles
Teachers are faced with the challenge of meeting the needs of students who have different

This work analyzes the diversity of different teaching methods and strategies that can be

successfully used to provide content and teach concepts in ways that reach diverse learners in

an effort to establish a flexible learning environment that matches their needs. There are four

distinct learning styles, and the teaching methods employed in classrooms are best designed

when they appeal to each type of learner. Visual Learners prefer to see information and

visualize relationships between ideas. Charts, graphics, and visual aids to show relationships

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between points are ideal for students who learn best by seeing concepts presented. Auditory

Leaners desire to hear information rather than reading it or seeing it visually. Students who

learn best in this way like to listen to and verbalize concepts. Throughout the lesson, teachers

can successfully engage auditory learners by repeating key points and posing questions to

them. Reading/Writing Learners absorb information best when reading and writing, as

interacting with text facilitates learning more than hearing or visualizing concepts.

Assignments written in class and handwritten notes are key ways to facilitate learning for this

group of students. In- class activities that get students moving, group assignments, and

problem solving exercises with specific examples work best for active learners. Teaching to

all learning styles during each class can be difficult to achieve. However, there are ways to

enhance course content delivery in order to reach each of the diverse learning styles of

students. Incorporating PowerPoint and other visual presentations, group discussions, guest

speakers, in-class activities focused on reinforcing course material, and experiments

demanding full-classroom involvement to imitate a market environment are all examples of

effective teaching tactics. While PowerPoint has become a standard that is expected by

students and facilitates content delivery with large class sizes, it can be difficult to keep

students engaged when using this tool. While Visual Learners often prefer PowerPoint notes

with graphics, and auditory learners thrive when PowerPoint content is verbally discussed,

Reading/Writing Learners can be engaged while writing select information that is omitted

from PowerPoint slides, and Kinesthetic Learners can be reached when an in-class activity is

used to teach concepts delivered via PowerPoint. Provide opportunities for students to see the

information, draw or write down concepts, say or discuss the information, and interact with

the material in each class to teach in the most effective way possible. Opportunities for

enhanced classroom engagement include the inclusion of infographics, short readings with

written questions and discussion, video clips to communicate key concepts, group work that

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varies in depth and duration, as well as in class activities and experiments. While

incorporating these activities in class does require additional time for implementation, group

interaction promotes the use of valuable skills and facilitates increased student success in the

college environment. A variety of homework assignments with varying completion

requirements and an exam structure made up of various ways to gauge knowledge and

understanding of course material are effective ways to assess student comprehension of the

material, just as content delivery is most effective when it caters to different learning styles.

Exams that comprise a mix of multiple choice, fill in the blank, short answer, problem

solving, and essay questions provide a diverse way for students to demonstrate knowledge.

Student feedback confirms that while employing various teaching methods enhances the

learning environment, students may struggle to appropriately organize the material

sequentially throughout the semester as content is presented in a variety of formats.

Identifying ways to facilitate student organization of course material is essential to

successfully teach to and accommodate the variety of learning styles without students feeling

lost in the shuffle of the class throughout the semester. Examples to facilitate organization

include easy access to materials online or in class, clear communication, and including

variety with consistency throughout the semester. When the class environment includes a

varied structure that accommodates diverse learning styles, enhanced learning opportunities

for all students are facilitated.

Summary and Ideas

A teacher will select the teaching strategy that is most appropriate for the subject being

studied, the learner's level of expertise, and the stage in their learning journey. Teaching

strategies are the tactics and methods a teacher will employ to assist their students or pupils

as they learn. Learning methods are crucial for assisting pupils in avoiding their weak regions

and relying instead on their strong ones. The degree to which students understand the

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importance of particular methods will consequently determine how willing they are to use

such strategies in their classwork and assignments. Students must be aware of their individual

learning styles, needs, and the ways in which various tactics might support those needs.

Therefore, each student's self-awareness of his or her profile of strengths and weaknesses as

well as the strategies that are most effective for his or her learning profile is a crucial

component for successful strategy instruction. Students with learning difficulties are often

inefficient as learners because they have difficulty prioritizing and identifying major themes.

They frequently over focus on details and show major organizational difficulties, which

affect their rate and efficiency as learners. Although they may reach the same goals as their

normally achieving peers, they often differ in how they get there, how fast they get there, and

the frustration they experience route.

IV. Conclusions and Recommendations

The use of teaching tactics in the classroom is crucial. Teachers would be haphazardly

projecting material that doesn't connect with students or interest them without the usage of a

technique. Strategies foster engagement, connection, and enthusiasm in the delivery of the

content. Some students can even use these techniques independently when they learn new

content once they become familiar with the numerous ways teachers employ. The techniques

and approaches a teacher uses to support student learning are referred to as teaching

strategies. A teacher chooses the instructional approach best suited to the students' current

level of knowledge, the idea being studied, and their stage in the learning process. A learner

uses a learning strategy when they want to organize and apply a particular set of skills to

learn course material or carry out other tasks in a classroom or outside of it more quickly and

effectively. In order to convey academic concepts and cater to each student's unique needs, a

great teacher uses the most cutting-edge and imaginative teaching techniques. However, the

demands of ever-expanding curricular means that educators often stick to their favor teaching

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methodology. We all have our preferred teaching methodology but it is important to explore

evidence-informed pedagogical ideas that have the potential to expand our repertoire in the

classroom.

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