Review of Related Studies
CHAPTER I
THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
Background of the Study
Mathematics is the study of quantity, structure, space, and change. Mathematics seeks out patterns, formulates new conjectures, and establishes truth by rigorous deduction from appropriately chosen axioms and definitions. Nowadays, it is known as one of the gate keepers for success in all fields of life. It is a common saying that Mathematics is the mother of all subjects. That is why it is considered to be more than a subject and is conceived as a key for solving problems.
This problem-solving nature of Mathematics can be found in sub-disciplines of Mathematics such as in geometry, calculus, arithmetic and Advanced algebra. The fourth year high school students are taking advanced algebra. Advanced algebra is an important area of mathematics. Algebra is a generalized form of arithmetic; and for the purpose of generalization of arithmetic, the letters and signs are used.
Physics, another subject that fourth year high school students have, is a natural science. It is the study of matter and its motion through space time and all that derives from these, such as energy and force. More broadly, it is the general analysis of nature, conducted in order to understand how the world and universe behave.
Physics covers a wide range of phenomena, from the smallest to the largest. Included in these are the most basic objects from which all other things are composed, and therefore physics is sometimes said to be the "fundamental science".
Physics aims to describe the various phenomena that occur in nature in terms of simpler phenomena. Thus, physics aims to both connect the things we see around us to root causes, and then to try to connect these causes together in the hope of finding an ultimate reason for why nature is as it is.
However, most students find these subjects challenging. These may arise from a number of factors, such as the methods employed by their teachers and practical use of these
THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
Background of the Study
Mathematics is the study of quantity, structure, space, and change. Mathematics seeks out patterns, formulates new conjectures, and establishes truth by rigorous deduction from appropriately chosen axioms and definitions. Nowadays, it is known as one of the gate keepers for success in all fields of life. It is a common saying that Mathematics is the mother of all subjects. That is why it is considered to be more than a subject and is conceived as a key for solving problems.
This problem-solving nature of Mathematics can be found in sub-disciplines of Mathematics such as in geometry, calculus, arithmetic and Advanced algebra. The fourth year high school students are taking advanced algebra. Advanced algebra is an important area of mathematics. Algebra is a generalized form of arithmetic; and for the purpose of generalization of arithmetic, the letters and signs are used.
Physics, another subject that fourth year high school students have, is a natural science. It is the study of matter and its motion through space time and all that derives from these, such as energy and force. More broadly, it is the general analysis of nature, conducted in order to understand how the world and universe behave.
Physics covers a wide range of phenomena, from the smallest to the largest. Included in these are the most basic objects from which all other things are composed, and therefore physics is sometimes said to be the "fundamental science".
Physics aims to describe the various phenomena that occur in nature in terms of simpler phenomena. Thus, physics aims to both connect the things we see around us to root causes, and then to try to connect these causes together in the hope of finding an ultimate reason for why nature is as it is.
However, most students find these subjects challenging. These may arise from a number of factors, such as the methods employed by their teachers and practical use of these
References: Cruz, C. U. (2000). Principles and Methods of Research. Quezon City: Milson’s Publication Company.