Enhancing Problem Solving Amidst To Pandemic: A Qualitative Inquiry

Abstract

Every problem is an opportunity for learning. Everybody faces many problems in life. Problem solving is the natural process in human being, but we cannot that it will develop its best level. Various types of co-curricular activities can be organize frequently to promote the qualities such as cooperation, tolerance, open-mindedness and sharing of responsibilities to enhance the problem solving ability. This qualitative study was conducted at one of the tertiary institutions in Panabo City participated by eight students as the respondents of this study. The results of the study revealed that the third year math major students faced difficulties in enhancing their mathematical problem solving skills due to some instances like internet connectivity which results interdependence. This include our analysis of the life experiences of the third year BSED- MATH students in enhancing problem solving, their applications and suggestions as well as the sentiments which emerge from the information gleaned through the in-depth interview in a focus-group discussions. With the insights that were elicited from the study, it is recommended that solving mathematical problem requires specific techniques and educational strategies that would be used to achieve its objectives.

Keywords: Problem solving, new normal set-up and experiences