Perception of Teachers Towards Media Usage in Teaching Mathematics in Secondary Schools

AbstractThe purpose of this study is to identify the relationship between the variables of teacher's perception towards the usage of media materials in teaching mathematics at secondary in the state of Perlis. This study also identifies the differences in teachers’ perception based on gender. A total of 181 mathematics teachers were involved. 71 (40%) male teachers and 110 (60%) female teachers participated in the study. The results of the study show that there is a positive significant relationship between the skill variables and facilities provided; skill and effectiveness of media material usage; facilities provided and effectiveness of media material usage; and facilities provided and problems faced. The results also show a negative significant relationship between the skill variables and problems faced and effectiveness of the usage of media materials and problems faced. The results of the study also indicate that there is a significant difference in perception between male and female teachers towards the use of media material in teaching mathematics. The male teachers’ perception is higher than female teachers. Through the findings, it is clear that the usage of media materials is important in the teaching of mathematics. Nevertheless, good planning is necessary before using media materials and these materials must be appropriate and relevant to the subject matter being taught. In this way, the teaching of mathematics in secondary schools will be more effective and efficient