A BRIEF STUDY OF ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN MATHEMATICS

Abstract

The study of mathematics is given a significant amount of time and attention in educational settings. It is helpful for pupils to build habits of creative thinking, self-confidence, and problem-solving via participation in mathematics instruction at the secondary school level. Despite the subject's relevance in day-to-day living, mathematics is often seen as a challenging field of study. Mathematical accomplishment is always a source of significant concern for teachers and administrators, because it is influenced by a wide variety of variables, including pupils' problem-solving abilities, their fear of mathematics, their level of self-confidence, and many more. Students will not do well in mathematics if they do not have confidence in themselves or do not have lot of confidence in themselves. If a student doesn't like mathematics and finds it unpleasant, they are likely to become anxious when dealing with mathematics, which leads to a lower level of mathematics achievement. On the other hand, if a student likes mathematics and finds it enjoyable to do, they are more likely to acquire a high level of problem-solving ability in mathematics as well as scores high in mathematics. Anxiety over mathematics was shown to be the primary cause of poor mathematical success, according to certain study from the past. In addition, the pupils' lack of problem-solving abilities, together with their lack of self-confidence, is another source of stress that contributes to their poor performance in mathematics. All of their academic pursuits, students should place a significant emphasis on developing their mathematical skills and understanding.