Republic of the Philippines

Cebu Normal University

Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City, 6000, Philippines

College of Teacher Education

Telephone No.: (+63 32) 254 1452 loc. 144
Email: cte@cnu.edu.ph
Website: www.cnu.edu.ph

COUNTING STARS USING

AN ADDITION MACHINE
(GAME-BASED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL)

Proponents:
Borja, Roxanne
Cablitas, Mary Angelique
Hernandez, Justin Randz C.
Lavador, Denzel Craig N.
Macasero, Klaire Angela T.

BSED MATHEMATICS - 1A

Submitted to:
Dr. Amelia M. Bonotan, Ph.D.
EDUC 2 Instructor
 Republic of the Philippines
Cebu Normal University
Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City, 6000, Philippines

College of Teacher Education

Telephone No.: (+63 32) 254 1452 loc. 144
Email: cte@cnu.edu.ph
Website: www.cnu.edu.ph

Game-Based Instructional Material

I. TITLE: Counting Stars Using an Addition Machine

II. DESCRIPTION OF THE GAME-BASED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL:

This Game-based Instructional Material is crafted to enhance

engagement and foster learning among students with special needs. By

leveraging innovative design elements, such as the addition machine made

from a divided box with two distinct colors, and a customized dice featuring

tactile numbers, specifically tailored for visually impaired students, this tool aims

to provide an inclusive and interactive learning experience for learners with

exceptionalities.

Through this immersive gameplay, the instructional material seeks to

empower students with special needs to confidently navigate mathematical

concepts in a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Objectives:

1. To encourage active participation among students with special needs.

2. To reinforce understanding of addition concepts in a fun way.

3. To enhance engagement through interactive gameplay.

4. To foster numerical comprehension through hands-on activities.

5. To promote inclusivity by catering to diverse learning needs.

 Republic of the Philippines
Cebu Normal University
Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City, 6000, Philippines

College of Teacher Education

Telephone No.: (+63 32) 254 1452 loc. 144
Email: cte@cnu.edu.ph
Website: www.cnu.edu.ph
6. To create an enjoyable learning experience for students in special education

settings.

III. PRIOR ART

This Game-based Instructional Material has been referred or adapted

from a YouTube video titled "Addition Machine." Recognizing the potential of

the original material, we embarked on a journey of innovation and

customization, infusing it with our unique enhancements and modifications.

These transformative adjustments were carefully crafted to align seamlessly

with our specific educational needs and objectives, thereby optimizing the

learning experience for our students.

Through a comprehensive analysis of the original material, we identified

areas where improvements could be made to enhance engagement, facilitate

comprehension, and cater to the diverse learning needs of our student

population. Drawing inspiration from best practices in educational pedagogy,

we integrated tactile elements, customized the dice, and refined the gameplay

mechanics to create a more dynamic and inclusive learning environment.

Each enhancement was meticulously designed with the overarching goal of

maximizing the educational impact of the instructional material. By leveraging

innovative design elements and pedagogical strategies, we sought to create an

immersive and interactive experience that would captivate students' interest

and foster deeper learning outcomes.

 Republic of the Philippines
Cebu Normal University
Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City, 6000, Philippines

College of Teacher Education

Telephone No.: (+63 32) 254 1452 loc. 144
Email: cte@cnu.edu.ph
Website: www.cnu.edu.ph
In essence, this adapted Game-based Instructional Material represents the

culmination of our dedication to excellence in education. It embodies our

commitment to continuous improvement and our relentless pursuit of providing

the highest quality learning experiences for our students. Through thoughtful

adaptation and innovation, we have transformed a simple YouTube video into

a powerful educational tool that will inspire, engage, and empower our students

on their learning journey.

V. DIAGRAM
 Republic of the Philippines
Cebu Normal University
Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City, 6000, Philippines

College of Teacher Education

Telephone No.: (+63 32) 254 1452 loc. 144
Email: cte@cnu.edu.ph
Website: www.cnu.edu.ph

VI. PROCEDURE ON HOW TO PLAY THE GAME:

1. Gather the addition machine (divided box with two distinct colors),

customized dice with tactile numbers, stars with two distinct colors for

counting, and a designated box for collecting the stars.

2. Roll the blue dice to determine the number of blue stars to collect.

3. Place the number of blue stars rolled into the corresponding section

for blue stars in the box.

4. Roll the white dice to determine the number of white stars to collect.

5. Place the number of white stars rolled into the corresponding section

for white stars in the box.

6.Lastly, count all the stars in the box, regardless of their colors, to

determine the total number of stars collected.

 Republic of the Philippines
Cebu Normal University
Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City, 6000, Philippines

College of Teacher Education

Telephone No.: (+63 32) 254 1452 loc. 144
Email: cte@cnu.edu.ph
Website: www.cnu.edu.ph

VII. PROPONENTS:

Bachelor of Secondary Major in Mathematics 1A

ThF | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Educ 2: Foundations of Special and

Inclusive Education

1. Borja, Roxanne

• roxxxborja@gmail.com | 09763165759 | M.H. Selma St.,

Purok Pomelo, Lower Calajo-an, Minglanilla, Cebu

2. Cablitas, Mary Angelique

• angelique.cablitas@gmail.com | 09621864848 | E.

Montejo St. Poblacion, Sogod, Cebu

3. Hernandez, Justin Randz

• justinrandzhernandez@gmail.com | 09254806061 | Purok

6 Cubacub Mandaue City, Cebu

4. Lavador, Denzel Craig N.

• denzcraiglavador@gmail.com | 09917231580 | Sitio Puso,

Buhisan, Cebu City

5. Macasero, Klaire Angela T.

• klaireangelamacasero629@gmail.com | 09685024690 |

Selma Crusher Lawaan III, Talisay City, Cebu