Learning Science and Mathematics (LSM) Journal Vol.1, Issue 18, pp 117-
Relationship Between Knowledge and Attitude of Game-Based Mathematics Learning Approach among Pre-Service Teachers in Perak
Clarissa Chan Mu-Lan, Murugan A/L Rajoo, Shazlyn Milleana Shaharudin, Mohd Afifi Bahurudin Setambah, Jeyaletchumi Muthiah
Received first draft 4 August 2023. Received reports from first and second reviewers (22 August and 22 August 2023).
Received revised draft 10 December 2023.
Accepted to publish 25 December 2023.
Abstract
Purpose and Research Question - Game-based learning (GBL) is where game characteristics and principles are embedded within learning activities. GBL could be one of the learning approaches that can be used to remedy the shortcomings of traditional teacher-centred instruction, which has been commonly accused of ignoring the needs of students with low achievement. The main purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between knowledge and attitude towards the game-based mathematics learning approach among UPSI pre-service teachers.
Methodology - A survey study with a quantitative approach using a questionnaire as the instrument has been conducted involving 100 pre-service teachers in the AT14 Bachelor of Education (Mathematics) course in Semester 7 from UPSI. The statistical method used in this study is descriptive statistics which is mean and inferential statistics through Pearson’s correlation were used to study the relationship between knowledge and attitude towards the game-based mathematics learning approach.
Findings - The findings show that the level of knowledge and attitude of pre-service teachers on the use of GBL is significantly high. The results showed that there was a strong positive significant correlation between the knowledge and attitude of pre-service teachers towards the use of GBL (r = .749, p = 0.00, p > 0.05).
Significance and Contribution in Line with Philosophy of LSM Journal – The results of this study are significant to educational researchers who are considering the use of game-based learning to boost mathematics achievement in school. In conclusion, this study shows some potential to be a reference toward improvement of GBL execution to get involved in the aim and goals on behalf of MoE’s intention to improve the quality of education.
Keywords: Game-based learning, Knowledge, Attitude, Pre-service teacher
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