Learning Difficulties of Gurung Students in Mathematics

Abstract

This study was carried out with the objectives to explore existing "Learning difficulties of Gurung students in mathematics" and investigate the challenges faced by teacher in classroom practices. This study used qualitative research design with case study approach where the researcher found the Gurung students actual reason for mathematics learning for purposive sampling procedure. Data collection procedure was carried out through in-depth interview, observation and previous results in mathematics of the school. Data were analyzed inductively so as to use the results of the analysis as basis for subsequent data collection. From this study, it was found that existing mathematics classroom practice could not be conducted on the demand of Gurung students. Theoretically, the math teacher of that school had knowledge about conducting the mathematics classroom but practically, it was difficult to conduct the class in their language. Unfortunately, it was not being implemented in the classroom by the teacher and there was no good environment for mathematics learning. This research study has investigated the teachers challenge for the Gurung students in mathematics teaching such as multilingualism, prefer appropriate aids, assessment system, manage learner friendly environment, conductive co-operate and collaborative learning, community involvement and integrating curriculum as learner friendly through bilingual perspective. A noticeable observation there would be several factors of challenges in mathematics classroom where as the findings of this study contribute to the knowledge basis on the management of challenges and also inform stakeholders as well as policy maker.