Acceptability of the Game SpinGebra for Mastering Fundamental Operations on Algebraic Expressions in One Variable

Abstract

The main thrust of this study was to determine the acceptability level of the game SpinGebra as a drill in mastering the fundamental operations on monomial algebraic expressions in one variable of the Grade 8 students of Dr. Cecilio Putong National High School for the School Year 2023 – 2024. This study used a one-shot case study pre-experimental design. The questionnaire had undergone pilot testing and item analysis. The gathered data were analyzed and interpreted using the weighted mean formula and Kruskal Wallis test. The result of the study implies that the SpinGebra game is highly acceptable by the students in mastering fundamental operations on monomial algebraic expressions in one variable. It was found that the game has a lower acceptability level in procedures than Learning areas considering that it was a newly introduced game to the players. The researchers concluded that SpinGebra is a highly acceptable game for students to master the concept of the fundamental operations of monomial algebraic expression. Being newly exposed to the game is an opportunity to familiarize the procedures to master the concepts behind the game. Based on the conclusion of the study, the researchers recommend that students may be exposed to playing SpinGebra in any of their vacant time to fully familiarize the procedures of the game and at the same time master the fundamental operations of monomial algebraic expression. Also, teachers teaching operations in algebraic expressions may utilize this game after the discussion to further enhance mastery of the lessons.