Title:
ASSESS THE INFLUENCE OF PUPILS’ TALK ON STUDENTS’ ACHIEVEMENT OF MATHEMATICS IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN MUTOMO SUB COUNTY, KITUI COUNTY

Authors:
Josphat Maithya Kimanzi, Dr. Benson Njoroge and Dr. Kimamo Githui

Abstract:
Mathematics has consistently recorded the lowest mean as compared to other subject a problem acknowledged across the world not just in Kenya only. Hence the study endeavored to assess the influence of direct Teacher talk on student’s achievement of mathematics in public secondary schools in Mutomo Sub County, Kitui County. The study used mixed methods and concurrent triangulation. The study targeted 20 schools, Education Officer, 60 mathematics teachers and 5102 students. Primary data came from questionnaires, achievement exams, and class observations. Pursuing objectives, qualitative data was evaluated thematically. Quantitative data was analyzed using percentages, standard deviation, mean, and multiple regressions with aid of SPSS V.23. Data was presented using frequency distribution tables and charts. Findings revealed that Pupil talk, primarily initiated by students, was prevalent (24%) after teacher talk in the study. Teachers emphasized immediate correction during pupil talk for enhanced learning outcomes. Results showed a strong positive correlation (r=0.017, p=0.751) between pupils' talk and achievement, statistically significant at ?=0.05.

Keywords:
Pupils’ Talk, Achievement of Mathematics, Public Secondary Schools

DOI:
https://doi.org/10.37500/IJESSR.2024.7403

Date of Publication: 18-07-2024