Abstract: Bridging Program in Mathematics (BPM) is a program implemented by ACLC College of Butuan which aim is to give basic mathematical assistance for those Senior High School students who fail in the Diagnostic test given to them during the entrance examination. These students’ lack of basic knowledge in mathematics may lead to their failure in General Mathematics and Statistics and Probability, and will forfeit their subsidy from the government, commonly known as the Voucher Program. If these students lose their government’s subsidy, it may be difficult for them to finish their studies within two (2) years.Students with low score in mathematics during the admission examination are obliged to take the BPM. The BPM is a well-structured, coordinated program with a clear goal of increasing student’s mathematical performance. The Bridging Program utilized the learning theories namely, Cognitive – Gestalt Approaches and Facilitation theory (the humanist approach). The BPM is a semester long program, which is offered during the first semester of grade 11. The Bridging Program will be enrolled as a regular subject having 4 units with 4 contact hours per week. Students will take the program together with the regularly offered subject. The effect of the program will be measured through the grades of the students in mathematics subject in the second semester that will be compared to the grades of students in the same mathematics subject who passed the diagnostic test or students who have not undergone the Bridging Program.
Result shows that there is a significant difference between the academic performance in General Mathematics and Statistics and Probability of students with and without BPM, and the academic performance of students can be predicted by the following model:
The Bridging Program in Mathematics is in its 2nd year of implementation, and its first year’s assessment is very satisfactory. The program’s aim was not just met but surpassed the expectation of the school; it leaves a positive effect in the academic performance of students with Bridging Program in General Mathematics and Statistics and Probability.
Keywords: Bridging Program in Mathematics (BPM), Diagnostic test in Mathematics, Program Enrolment Status (PES).
Title: ASSESSMENT ON THE USE OF BRIDGING PROGRAM FOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Author: ROBERT L. CASTRO
International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovations
ISSN 2348-1218 (print), ISSN 2348-1226 (online)
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