Evaluation of Integra-Quest: A Numeracy Adventure as an Enrichment for Integer Competency

This study examined Integra-Quest: A Numeracy Adventure as an enrichment tool for developing integer competency among Grade 7 learners in a distant national secondary institution in Iloilo. Using a design-based research approach, both quantitative and qualitative data were collected from 33 learners and five expert evaluators. Learners completed pretest and posttest assessments, while experts provided structured evaluations of the tool’s content, instructional quality, technical quality, presentation, and up-to-datedness.
Findings revealed that experts unanimously rated the manipulative as highly acceptable in terms of content (M = 3.96, SD = 0.09), instructional quality (M = 3.72, SD = 0.38), technical quality (M = 3.52, SD = 0.65), and up-to-datedness (M = 3.60, SD = 0.46), with presentation and organization rated acceptable (M = 3.28, SD = 0.44). Learners’ evaluation likewise indicated acceptable ratings across all categories, including content (M = 3.46), instructional quality (M = 3.37), usability (M = 3.26), presentation (M = 3.49), and design (M = 3.37). Qualitative feedback highlighted increased engagement, enjoyment, and confidence in handling integer operations.
Overall, the study concludes that Integra-Quest is a pedagogically sound and effective intervention for numeracy development. Continuous refinement, particularly in presentation and organization, alongside sustained expert and learner feedback, will ensure its relevance and effectiveness in mathematics education.

Integra-Quest: A Numeracy Adventure, game-based learning

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