Teaching Learning Environment in Mathematics Classroom of Secondary Level

Abstract

This study focuses on the "Learning Environment in Mathematics Classroom of Secondary level of Baglung District." In particular this was a case study attempts to identify the mathematics learning environment of classroom at secondary level ,to investigate the learning environment, learning strategies and classroom management, organization, rules, routines and expectations of the students in both schools. This was qualitative study related to the learning environment of mathematics in the classroom, semi-structured face to face in depth interviews with teachers and students. Classroom observations were done to collect data from two schools of Baglung district. The collected information was categorized and analyzed in different sub heading. The conclusion drawn from this study can be no more a generalized but the model of learning environment for others. The finding of the study showed that a single intervention in the learning environment can not give better result in achievement. Teacher and the factors for high achievement in mathematics. Overall learning environment in the mathematics classroom of the secondary level contributed for the high performance in mathematics included stimulating physical environment, high expectation of success. Qualified teacher, active students, constructive critics, lecture cum practice method, extra practice, emphasis on class work, group work and project work for learning environment in mathematics classroom of secondary level schools.