Self-Efficacy and Student Persistence as Predictors of Mathematics Engagement Among Grade 8 Learners: A Forecasting Analysis

AUTHOR(S)

HYACINTH M. ENDAB ROEL A. SINFUEGO, PhD

ABSTRACT

—— Low engagement in mathematics is persisting. Mathematics engagement was forecasted using self-efficacy and student persistence as predictors. Through predictive study design, and multiple linear regression analysis, the data from 184 learners selected through stratified ramdom sampling revealed that mathematics engagement is strongly and significantly forecasted by the predictors, partly affirming Expectancy-Value Theory. Future research may explore additional variables to explain the remaining variance in the strength of the predictive model, with exploratory studies helping identify new potential factors. Educators and curriculum developers may implement strategies that strengthen learner persistence and self-efficacy to enhance mathematics engagement. Keywords: Self-efficacy , student persistence, predictors of mathematics engagement, grade 8 learners, forecasting analysis