¿WHAT FACTORS INFLUENCE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN MATHEMATICS IN SECONDARY SCHOOL? A LITERATURE REVIEW AND ANALYSIS

Authors

  • Uriel Chinchilla Chinchilla
  • Ricardo Flórez Zúñiga

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56219/dialctica.v3i29.5758

Keywords:

Mathematics learning, Psychosocial factors, Teacher training, Academic performance

Abstract

This article presents an analysis based on a bibliographic compilation of 23 recent research projects on the factors that influence students' mathematics achievement in secondary education. This study selected 9 studies conducted in Colombia, 5 in Latin America, and 9 from around the world. Based on the theoretical findings through a comparative review, three fundamental axes were established: the relevance of teacher professional training; the psychosocial factors inherent to student well-being and motivation; and pedagogical variables related to classroom management, the quality of education, and interest in learning mathematics. The theoretical integration demonstrates that the level of teacher professional development, the emotional and academic support students receive from peers, teachers, and parents, as well as effective classroom management are determining factors for improving mathematics learning. However, it was also identified that in some contexts, poor teacher training is associated with inappropriate or uninteresting pedagogical practices for students, which negatively impact academic outcomes. The analysis concludes by highlighting the importance of improving teacher training by seeking to improve pedagogical practices, classroom management, and educational quality. Furthermore, fluid interaction among those involved in teaching is necessary to strengthen student interest and self-confidence in learning mathematics.

 

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Author Biographies

Uriel Chinchilla Chinchilla

Institución Educativa

El Tagüí, La Poyoa, Santander

Colombia

Ricardo Flórez Zúñiga

Institución Educativa

Nieves Cortes, Girón, Santander

Colombia

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Published

2026-07-05

How to Cite

Uriel Chinchilla Chinchilla, & Ricardo Flórez Zúñiga. (2026). ¿WHAT FACTORS INFLUENCE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN MATHEMATICS IN SECONDARY SCHOOL? A LITERATURE REVIEW AND ANALYSIS. DIALÉCTICA, 3(29). https://doi.org/10.56219/dialctica.v3i29.5758

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