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Chirimbana, Moses
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The Impact of Teaching Aids on The Academic Performance of Learners in Natural Science Nghitoolwa, Hilya Tulipomwene Shuulinawa; Chirimbana, Moses; Medusalem , Medusalem
Journal of Education For Sustainable Innovation Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Papanda Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jesi.v2i1.835

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This qualitative study explores the impact of teaching aids on the academic performance of seventh-grade natural science learners at a selected school in the Kunene Region. The research focuses on understanding how instructional aids affect student comprehension, engagement, and overall academic achievement. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 10 seventh-grade students and two science teachers for semi-structured interviews, providing in-depth insights into their experiences with teaching aids in the classroom. Data were analyzed thematically, revealing key subthemes that illustrate the positive effects of teaching aids on learning outcomes. Results indicate that teaching aids, such as charts, models, and laboratory equipment, enhance understanding of concepts, increase student engagement, improve academic performance, promote critical thinking, and foster collaborative learning. However, the study acknowledges a significant limitation: its focus on a single region, which limits the generalizability of the findings to other contexts. Recommendations for educators and policymakers include investing in a variety of teaching aids, incorporating interactive learning techniques, and fostering collaborative learning environments. The study also suggests further research with larger sample sizes, across multiple regions, and using quantitative methods to validate and expand on these findings. Additionally, a longitudinal approach to understanding the long-term impact of teaching aids on educational outcomes is proposed as an area for future study. The insights gained from this study contribute to the ongoing discourse on effective teaching practices and underscore the importance of providing adequate resources to support natural science education.
Errors Made by 8th Grade Students while Solving Mathematical Word Problems Iilonga, Hesekiel Kaukolwa; Chirimbana, Moses
Journal of Research in Science and Mathematics Education Vol. 3 No. 3 (2024): December
Publisher : EDUPEDIA PUBLISHER

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56855/jrsme.v3i3.1139

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Purpose: Mathematical word problems continue to challenge students due to their reliance on a range of interconnected mathematical concepts. This study investigates the specific types of errors students make when solving word problems, using Newman's Error Analysis as a framework. Methodology: Employing a descriptive-qualitative methodology, data were collected through tests and interviews with 47 eighth-grade students from a junior secondary school in the Ohangwena region of Namibia. Of these, nine students participated in interviews for a deeper understanding of their problem-solving processes. Findings: The analysis revealed that while no students experienced difficulties during the reading stage, significant challenges arose in later stages: comprehension errors occurred in 30.9% of cases, transformation and process skill errors were each observed in 62.2% of responses, and encoding errors, manifesting as inaccuracies in the final answer, were present in 62.8%. Significance: These findings highlight the critical need for educators to focus on enhancing students’ abilities to tackle word problems, particularly by incorporating assignments grounded in real-life scenarios to foster better comprehension and application of mathematical concepts.
Co-Authors Iilonga, Hesekiel Kaukolwa Kamati, Ferdinand Nghikepunye Medusalem , Medusalem Nghitoolwa, Hilya Tulipomwene Shuulinawa