Factors Influencing Mathematics Anxiety Among Undergraduate Students using Regression Model

Abstract

Mathematics anxiety remains a common issue in education today, impacting students of all ages. This phenomenon has been documented across multiple generations, but its impact on the current generation of students is particularly interesting. This study aims to determine the factors influencing mathematics anxiety among undergraduate students at Universiti Teknologi Mara Kelantan Branch. The study investigated variables such as courses, teacher related factor, spatial abilities, socio-economic factors, and parent factor and evaluated their impact on students’ mathematics anxiety. The study involved the participation of 320 students, who were selected randomly and completed questionnaires using Google Form. The collected data was subjected to analysis using the multiple linear regression method. The findings highlighted that teacher related factor and spatial abilities significantly influenced mathematics anxiety among students, while courses, socio-economic factors, and parent factor played a comparatively lesser role. In addition to expanding our understanding of the mechanisms underlying mathematical anxiety, this research offers insightful information to researchers, parents, educators, and the public. The authors emphasise the importance of educational intervention and awareness strategies as they offer suggestions and recommendations for strategic guidance in managing mathematics anxiety.