Difficulties in Learning Mathematics of Raute Children

Abstract

This study focused on the Difficulties of Raute Children in Learning Mathematics studying at grade V in Dadeldhura district. The objectives of this study were to explore the difficulties of Raute children in learning mathematics at primary level and to find the causes of difficulties in learning mathematics at primary level. This is a qualitative study which followed case study design. Study was conducted with the sample size of four Rautechildren from grade V from the Shree Samaijee Lower SecondarySchool in Dadeldhura. The children were selected on the basis of purposive sampling method. Tools of data collection were In-depth interview schedule and class observation form to identify the learning difficulties, influencing factors and impact of home environment on mathematics learning. The researcher used the theory of John, U. Ogbu "cultural difference and discontinuity" to interpret the result and to get the conclusion. From this study the researcher found that the cultural discontinuity at home and school, their interpersonal factors and their parents' economic condition affect their learning. Moreover, the student use of language, lack of local teachers, separate room and less practice create main difficulties in learning mathematics for Raute students. Due to aforementioned reasons, the student's enrollment at school decreases. So, it is recommended that problems concerned to the cultural practice, lingual and economical background should be addressed to create a fruitful learning environment by joining cooperative hand of the government, teachers, communities and other academic bodies.