SELF-EFFICACY AND MATHEMATICS PERFORMANCE AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS: BASIS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF MATHEMATICS ENGAGEMENT TRAINING

Abstract

This descriptive-correlational study aimed to determine the extent of self-efficacy and mathematics performance among College students, which will be the basis for mathematics engagement training. One hundred fifty students chosen randomly were the respondents of the study. Findings revealed that most students rated "moderate" self-efficacy and "very high" mathematics performance. exhibited "extremely high" mathematical proficiency in a category like sex and course. When the respondents were divided by course and sex, there were no discernible variations in their mathematical ability and sense of self-efficacy. Only when performance in mathematics is categorised as to course does a noticeable difference appear. There were significant and adverse associations between respondents' self-efficacy and mathematical performance.