Word problem solving competencies of BSE 1B – mathematics major students: Basis for remedial and intervention programs

Abstract

This study aimed at determining the word problem solving competencies of the first year Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Mathematics students in the Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology -San Isidro Campus for the second semester, school year 2020-2021. The study made use of test consisting of 10 word problems to be answered by 33 students with different levels of competency because their different academic backgrounds. The problem-solving competencies of the students were described in terms of their level of comprehension of the problem and the strategies employed in solving. The findings in this study will be used as basis for remedial and intervention programs.