Home⇛SARIRIT: The University Research Journal (formerly QSU Research Journal)⇛vol. 14 no. 2 (Special Issue) (2025)

The Math Play: Examining Student Perception And Perspective Through Non-Digital Games

Amichelle M. Lorenzo

Discipline: Mathematics

 

Abstract:

This study aimed to evaluate the influence of non-digital gamebased instruction on learning Mathematics among Senior High School students. Recognizing the growing interest in engaging, studentcentered strategies, the research focused on how such methods affect motivation, retention, problemsolving, and collaboration skills. A quantitative-descriptive research design was employed, involving 65 Grade 11 students from Sangbay Integrated School. Data were gathered using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics to assess students’ perceptions across the four identified domains. The findings revealed that students held a positive perception of non-digital game-based instruction, acknowledging its capacity to enhance engagement, motivation, problemsolving abilities, collaboration, and retention. Based on these results, it is recommended that mathematics teachers integrate non-digital gamebased strategies more regularly into their instructional practices. These approaches are particularly effective in creating a more interactive and enjoyable learning environment, especially for younger and female students, and can be instrumental in supporting skill development in key areas of mathematics learning.



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