Factors Influencing Students’ Perceived Difficulties in Studying Geometry: A Case of Konogo-Odumasi, Ghana

Abstract

The study of geometry is so important because it is associated with more academic and career opportunities and, at the same time, acts as one of the critical filters for entry into higher education programs and even in the world of work. The purpose of the study was to investigate the factors influencing the perceived difficulties of studying geometry in Konongo Odumasi Municipal area in the Asante Akim Central Municipal. The study adopted a descriptive survey design and also collected data through the use of a questionnaire. The study used the stratified sampling technique to select a sample of 150 students. The study found that parents’ education level and environmental factors around the classroom were significant factors influencing perceived difficulties of geometry. The study concluded that parents’ educational level and environmental factors are good predictors of perceived difficulties in geometry, and also gender is a good factor in predicting the level of perceived difficulties of geometry among students in the classroom. It is recommended that teachers and education institutions ensure a sound environment that promotes geometry with ease without any difficulty. Parental guidance should also be encouraged to create an atmosphere where wards would not have to look down upon parental educational level and be discouraged from asking for help in geometry.