ANALYSING THE IMPACT OF MULTIMEDIA COURSEWARE THE SECONDARY LEVEL STUDENTS FOR IMPROVING PROFICIENCY IN LEARNING MATHEMATICS

Abstract

The development of computer and multimedia technologies, which is aided by the advancement of modern science and technology, offers a crucial platform for the preparation of schoolchildren for mathematical education. The student's capacity for critical mathematical thinking is still quite limited. The switch from face-to-face instruction to online instruction in this instance is one of the contributing factors. Applying interactive multimedia-based learning is one way to combat this problem. This study evaluated the effectiveness of using multimedia technology to learn and teach mathematics in secondary schools. It was conducted in both private and public secondary schools in various regions. This study analysed the proficiency and engagement of secondary school students in learning mathematics after using multimedia courseware. This study aims to provide the idea and methodology for developing adaptive multimedia courseware based on multiple intelligence theory for a secondary school in learning and teaching mathematics. The utilization of multimedia technology in the classroom had a significant impact on the student's interest and performance in mathematics. Then, gauge how the use of interactive multimedia courseware is received by the students. Experts and practitioners should evaluate the viability of interactive multimedia courseware. Experts, educators, and students all participated in its research and development. A total of 481 surveys with expert validation sheets, teacher questionnaires, and student questionnaires are used to gather data from secondary school pupils. Data was gathered to answer the research questions using a pre-test, post-test, and customised questionnaire. Consequently, they were evaluated using descriptive statistical methods that included mean and percentage calculations. A t-test and an analysis of covariance were used to analyse the collected data. The software SPSS is used to analyse this work. It demonstrates that multimedia has a favourable effect on students' achievement and proficiency in mathematics. The study found that using multimedia in the classroom improved students' aptitude for solving mathematical problems. It is recommended that students should be actively involved in their education by regularly utilizing multimedia courseware that is pertinent and meaningful to them regularly.

Keywords: Multimedia Courseware, Secondary Level Students, Learning Mathematics, Adaptive Multimedia Courseware, Students Proficiency, and Students' Performance.