MODELING MULTIDIMENSIONAL MATHEMATICAL ASSESSMENT USING 6-C MATRIX: A MIXED DESIGN

Dealing holistically with learning centralizes metacognitive and non-cognitive principles that must be integrated in classroom assessment. These dimensions are often overlooked in the instrumentation of assessment tools. In this premise, the researcher designed a new assessment model that looks into manifestations of reflective, affective and metacognitive domains. 6C Matrix is a six-stage tool namely Collect, Create, Concert, Conclude, Connect, and Convey aimed to assess students prior knowledge, concept explored, concept developed, feelings expressed and real-life application. Using mixed design, this study attempts to evaluate and validate the effectiveness of self-structured 6C model in assessing mathematical learning vis-à-vis stimulation of non-cognitive and metacognitive skills. Experiment using pretest-posttest approach comprised two intact groups of Grade 7 students from Libhu National High School SY 2017-2018. Through t-test analysis, experimental group showed higher manifestations in terms of reflective practices, affective behaviors and metacognitive strategies than control group which significantly improve mathematics performance. Positive written feedbacks via thematic analysis substantiated the positive findings in the quantitative results. Based on the findings, this study concluded that 6C Model is an effective assessment tool in mathematics for students' holistic development. Hence, 6C model is recommended for classroom-based utilization for mathematics teachers to make a difference in K12 curriculum.