Implementing mathematics problem-based learning: Evidence of its relationship with learner engagement
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: The study aimed to examine the relationship between the implementation of mathematics problem-based learning and learners' overall engagement in a public elementary school in Tanza, Cavite, Philippines, using a descriptive-correlational research method.The study involved 80 elementary mathematics teachers and 284 grade 6 students selected through a purposive sampling technique.Survey results indicated that respondents generally valued the implementation of mathematics problem-based learning in learners' learning experiences.Analysis and evaluation revealed that problem-based learning was the most widely implemented component, while the problem-based approach and learning activities were areas that required improvement.The findings further showed that mathematics problem-based learning was beneficial in increasing learners' engagement, with emotional engagement ranking at the highest level, whereas behavioral and cognitive engagement presented opportunities for further development in teacher implementation.In addition, a significant relationship was found between the implementation of mathematics problem-based learning and the improvement of learners' overall learning engagement.The findings of the study served as a basis for recommendations to enhance the implementation of problem-based learning in mathematics, with the ultimate goal of improving elementary learners' academic engagement and overall learning experience.
Institutions: Baliuag University, City of Malabon University
Language: English
Subfield: Education
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7130838524