Classroom-based psychosocial mathematical learner identities and student performance in mathematics among secondary school students in Kilifi County, Kenya
Nickson Tsofa Mweni 1 * , Marguerite Miheso 1 , John Maundu 1
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1 Department of Educational Communication and Technology, Kenyatta University, KENYA* Corresponding Author

Abstract

The article shares findings from the study objective to determine the extent to which classroom-based psychosocial mathematical learner identity influences student performance in Mathematics. The sociocultural theory of learning formed the theoretical framework. The study applied a correlational research design on a sample size of 100 students, using a Student Observation Checklist and Student Mathematics Achievement Test to obtain quantitative data. The technique of correlation determined the influence of classroom-based psychosocial mathematical learner identity on student performance in Mathematics. The study indicated that classroom-based psychosocial mathematical learner identity is a determinant for student performance in Mathematics tests. The study recommends the organization of Mathematics classrooms to allow equal participation and metacognitive support.

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Article Type: Research Article

Journal of Mathematics and Science Teacher, Volume 6, Issue 2, 2026, Article No: em101

https://doi.org/10.29333/mathsciteacher/17942

Publication date: 01 Apr 2026

Online publication date: 18 Feb 2026

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