Attitudes toward Learning Mathematics and Performance of Grade 11 Students in the New Normal

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the relationship between students' attitudes toward learning mathematics and their mathematical performance in the New Normal at a secondary school in Davao region. Descriptive-correlational research design was used. With the stratified random sampling technique, 286 out of 1000 students were selected as respondents. Quantitative data were gathered using an adopted questionnaire and the data were analyzed using mean and Spearman correlation analysis. Results indicate that students’ confidence in learning mathematics is moderate and occasionally felt. Engagement in mathematics is frequently observed. Students place importance on mathematics and understand its purpose in their lives. The mathematics performance of the students is approaching proficiency level, indicating they require minimal guidance from teachers and assistance from peers. The students' overall attitude toward learning mathematics is high, and their mathematics performance in the New Normal is satisfactory. Among the indicators, only confidence in mathematics showed a significant correlation with mathematics performance. This finding highlights the important role of confidence in shaping students' success in mathematics during the New Normal, suggesting that interventions aimed at boosting confidence could further enhance their performance.