Implementing Collaborative Rotation Strategy in Teaching Geometry to Enhance Class Engagement

Geometry has become apparent that students encounter challenges in promptly solving problems, often requiring substantial amount time to reach solutions. This is emphasized by the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) rankings in 2022 for Mathematics, which placed the Philippines sixth out of the 10 countries with an average score of 355. This action research aimed to improve student engagement and geometry performance by implementing Collaborative Rotation Learning. During the 2023-2024 school year in a secondary public school in Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental, Philippines, the study utilized a classroom-based action research design with Grade 8 students as participants, selected through purposive sampling. Instruments included a pretest and posttest to assess performance levels, with data analyzed using descriptive statistics and a t-test. The results showed a significant improvement in student performance post-intervention, indicating the effectiveness of Collaborative Rotation Learning in enhancing understanding, engagement, and performance in geometry. Additionally, the study revealed developments such as enhanced communication skills, improved time management, increased confidence in problem-solving, and a more positive classroom environment. Based on these findings, recommendations include continued integrating collaborative learning strategies; incorporating essential skill development in the curriculum, promoting student confidence and peer relationships, and fostering a supportive classroom environment enhance student outcomes.