The Effect of Quantum Teaching Method on Mathematics Reasoning Skills at Elementary School Students

The Quantum Teaching Method (QTM) is an innovative instructional approach that blends multiple teaching strategies to create engaging, brain- compatible learning environments that promote deeper understanding and reasoning. In elementary mathematics education, where conventional methods often prioritize traditional method, QTM offers a more interactive and student-centered alternative that supports the development of mathematical reasoning skills. This study aimed to examine the effect of the Quantum Teaching Method on the mathematical reasoning skills of Grade IV students and compare its effectiveness with the traditional Direct Instruction method. A quasi-experimental design was used, specifically a pretest-post-test control group design. The study was conducted at Islamabad Model College for Boys, Sihala Sector, involving a sample of 62 Grade IV students, who were randomly assigned to two groups: the experimental group n = 31 received instruction using the Quantum Teaching Method, while the control group n = 31 was taught using the traditional Direct Instruction method. The intervention lasted for eight weeks, and both groups were assessed through a researcher-developed multiple-choice test measuring mathematical reasoning skills, administered as both a pretest and a post-test.