Effectiveness of basic gymathics as a math development program in the maritime curriculum

Abstract

This research assesses the Basic Gymathics program's effectiveness in enhancing maritime students' mathematical proficiency. Among the 358 respondents from LIMA, which included 263 BSMT and 95 BSMarE students, it is noteworthy that most of them have attained excellent final grades of 1.25 average. Paired sample t-tests show substantial post-test score improvements, ranging from 60.9% to 132.1%. These results emphasize the program's efficacy in enhancing mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities. The proposed action plan aims to tailor the curriculum for maritime students, provide training for instructors, and integrate the program into maritime school curricula to address word problem-solving challenges, aligning it with the objectives of the maritime curriculum.