Revolutionising Mathematics:

Innovative Teaching Methods with ENJOYMATHS

Abstract

Mathematics is a critical core subject in primary and secondary schools, as well as in higher educational institutions. However, students are increasingly losing interest in this subject due to difficulties in understanding its concepts. An effective approach must be implemented to address this challenge. This study aims to investigate students’ perceptions of an online learning game, ENJOYMATHS, as well as the associated influencing factors and the game's impact on them. A descriptive and logistic regression analysis was conducted to achieve the study's objectives. A total of 37 secondary school students and 40 diploma students participated in this research. The results indicate that most students have a favourable perception of ENJOYMATHS, with 97.4% enjoying the game and agreeing that it is easily accessible and convenient to play anywhere. Moreover, ENJOYMATHS has had a significant impact on students' interest in Mathematics, with 89.6% reporting increased enthusiasm for the subject and 93.5% finding it easier to understand mathematical topics such as fractions, percentages, and decimals. Additionally, 85% of the participants stated that the game enabled them to learn Mathematics independently at home. Furthermore, ENJOYMATHS shows promising market potential, as 57% of the students expressed interest in purchasing this interactive game application. The key factors influencing students' enjoyment of ENJOYMATHS are their Mathematics scores and the game's engaging and easy-to-understand design. In conclusion, ENJOYMATHS has a positive impact on students by helping them overcome difficulties in understanding fundamental mathematical concepts. It is hoped that this innovative teaching method will emerge as a transformative approach in future education.