BADANG (Bringing Arithmetic to Daily Activities for Nurturing Growth): Chore-Based Learning Program

Grade 1 learners’ below-averageproficiency in Math is evident in their 2024–2025 Posttest Grace PASS scores.

The 2024–2025 Grace PASS post-test results show that 21 Grade 1 learners are developing proficiency in math, with an overall performance of 37%.

These learners are struggling with basic math concepts and need active home learning support to improve

their skills.

LEARNERS

Struggle to connect math to daily life, leading to disengagement.

TEACHERS

Increased workload and pressure to develop and implement effective interventions and support strategies.

PARENTS

Stress and uncertainty about how to effectively support their children at home and seek additional resources.

 

Other Stakeholders:

Pressure to allocate resources effectively and ensure that interventions and support systems are in place to address the proficiency issue.

 

This program enables learners to master fundamental math concepts by integrating them

into everyday household chores. By fostering active learning, it makes math practical, enjoyable, and relevant to daily life.

“Badang” is a kankanaey word that means “to help.”

Parental Engagement
Ensuring that parents consistently participate and apply the math activities with their children at home.

Time Constraints
Balancing the demands of household chores with structured learning time, especially in busy or working households.

Resource Availability
Providing adequate tasks, learning guides and materials that parents can easily understand and use.

Physical Resource:

Home Learning Guides:
Printed or digital guides for parents to use with their children.

Math Manipulatives
(e.g.’ counting blocks, measuring tapes, and shapes)

Journals for learners to record tasks and reflections

Reward materials
(e.g., certificates, badges)

 

HUMAN RESOURCES

• Trained facilitators
• Parents or guardians to participate in the program
• Community volunteers for support and resource sharing
• Experts for workshop sessions
  (e.g., math educators, community leaders)

TECHNICAL & DIGITAL RESOURCES:

• Online platform for community sharing and engagement
• Digital tools for tracking progress (e.g., apps or spreadsheets)
• Training materials and resources for parents (e.g., guides, videos)
• Communication tools for updates and challenges (e.g., email, social media)

 

Interactive Journal:

Learners maintain a journal where they record their chores, the math involved, and their reflections on the tasks. This  encourages critical thinking and reinforces learning.

Progress & Reward:

Families track their progress with a point- based system where learners earn points for completing chores with math tasks. Rewards can include certificates, badges, or special family activities.