Comparison between concept-based and procedure-based in circle theorems

Authors

  • Dickson Edem Gadaglo University of Education, Winneba
  • Clement Ayarebilla Ali University of Education, Winneba

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58524/jasme.v5i1.468

Keywords:

Circle theorems, Comparison, Concept-based, Procedure-based, Mixed methods design.

Abstract

Background: The debate between concept-based instruction and procedure-based approaches to improving students’ performance, understanding, and skill development in Circle Theorems cannot be over-emphasized. The researchers employed the non-equivalent quasi-experimental design to investigate the effectiveness and appropriateness of the two methods, using circle theorems.
Aim: This study aims to compare the effectiveness of concept-based and procedure-based instructional approaches in the teaching of Circle Theorems among senior high school students.
Method: A quasi-experimental design was adopted involving 70 students selected from two purposively sampled schools. One school was assigned as the experimental group (concept-based instruction) and the other as the control group (procedure-based instruction). Geometry achievement tests were administered as pre-tests and post-tests. Data were analyzed using paired sample t-tests, independent sample t-tests, and effect size calculations with a significance level set at 5%.
Result: The findings showed statistically significant differences between the experimental and control groups. Students taught using concept-based instruction performed significantly better than those taught through procedure-based instruction. High effect sizes further supported the superiority of the concept-based approach.
Conclusion: Concept-based instruction enhances students’ understanding and performance in Circle Theorems. It is recommended that mathematics educators adopt teaching methods that promote conceptual understanding and active knowledge construction over algorithmic procedures.

Author Biographies

  • Dickson Edem Gadaglo, University of Education, Winneba
    Postgraduate candiate at the College of Distance and e-Learning, DUniversity of Education, Winneba
  • Clement Ayarebilla Ali, University of Education, Winneba
    Associate Professor in Mathematics Education, Department of Basic Education, University of Education, Winneba

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2025-06-03