Relationship Between Teachers’ Feedback and Students’ Self-Efficacy Among Mathematics Majors

A Correlational Study

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the relationship between teachers' feedback and students' self-efficacy among 33 Bachelor of Secondary Education students majoring in Mathematics at Holy Cross College, Rosa, N.E. Inc. A correlational research design was employed to examine the variables, with data analyzed using Spearman Rank-Order Correlation. The results revealed a significant positive relationship between teachers' feedback and students' self-efficacy (rho = 0.541, p < 0.001). Additionally, age was found to have a significant relationship with both teachers' feedback and students' self-efficacy. However, no significant relationship was identified between students' year level and self-efficacy. These findings suggest that teachers' feedback plays a crucial role in enhancing students' self-efficacy, highlighting the importance of feedback as a motivational tool in educational settings. The study emphasizes the need for educators to provide timely and constructive feedback to improve students' belief in their own abilities.