1Vivian Maanu | 2Peter Kwasi Sarpong | 3Emmanuel Appoh Andam
1Akrokerri College of Education | 2SDA College of Education-Agona | 3Christ Apostolic University College-Kumasi.
Abstract
This paper investigated the impact of the cooperative learning approach on the performance of level 100 students in mathematics using some selected students from Akrokerri College of Education. Forty-two (42) students were selected from the level 100 students offering Bachelor of Basic Education in the institution. A quasi-experimental research design was used and the samples being grouped into experimental (E) and control (C) groups respectively. A Pre-Test and Post-Test were administered to the groups and the result was analysed using a t-test. The analysis revealed that the experimental group has a mean score that is significantly higher than that of the control group. It was then concluded from the findings that the cooperative approach of teaching and learning employed during the intervention processes improved the students’ academic achievements. The cooperative approach promoted students’ participation in the learning process and it must be encouraged by all.
Keywords: Cooperative Learning, word problems, algebraic linear equations, mathematics education, problem-solving