Performance Patterns in Calculus based on the interactive factors of learning for curricular framework development 6

ABSTRACT : This study sought to analyze the relationship of the interactive factors of learning-curriculum, instruction and performance. The researcher considered the interactive process of these elements of learning based on the framework developed by Howell, Fox and Morehead (2003). The focus of this paper is on the performance patterns of selected students in calculus under the integrated and subjected-centered curricular approaches. It also aimed to look into the performance of students in the two curricular approaches and looked into how teachers assess their present curricula and teaching instructions. Foru (4) universities in Manila that offered calculus were selected in the study. The population consisted of students who had already taken three calculus subjects and faculty who have taught these subjects. The researcher used both purposive sampling and cluster sampling. The study employed descriptive method of research. It also used the correlation method. Two types of instrument utilized in this study were : the instrument for curriculum assessment was a researcher-made patterned with characteristics of effective curricula by kentucky academic performance standards (missouri MSIP Performance Standards) ; and the researcher- made instrument following the instructional model identified by Robert Marzano (2000). 56

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