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Exploring the Role of Geometry Understanding and Spatial Ability in Academic Achievement: The Moderating Effect of Self-Confidence Aswani, Andi; S, Agustan; Mukhlis, Mukhlis
AL-ISHLAH: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 16, No 3 (2024): AL-ISHLAH: JURNAL PENDIDIKAN
Publisher : STAI Hubbulwathan Duri

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35445/alishlah.v16i3.5094

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This study investigates the impact of understanding geometry concepts, spatial ability, and self-confidence on student learning outcomes. Understanding geometry enhances mathematical logic, spatial ability strengthens spatial comprehension, and self-confidence boosts learning motivation. Collectively, these variables are crucial for improving student learning outcomes. The research employed an explanatory design, conducted in two elementary schools within the same cluster. A random sampling method selected samples from one class of an Elementary School in Panyikokkang with 21 students and another class with 23 students, resulting in a total of 44 students. Data collection instruments included a validated Self-Confidence questionnaire, Geometry Concept Understanding test, Spatial Ability test, and a Student Learning Outcomes test derived from daily quizzes on geometry topics. Data were analyzed using Inferential Statistical Analysis and Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA). The Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) revealed that self-confidence acts as a quasi-moderator in the relationship between understanding geometry concepts and learning outcomes. Specifically, students with higher self-confidence showed a better understanding of geometry concepts, positively influencing their learning outcomes. However, self-confidence did not moderate the effect of spatial ability on learning outcomes. These findings highlight the importance of understanding geometry concepts in enhancing students' comprehension of geometry and developing spatial abilities at the elementary level. The results suggest that self-confidence plays a significant role in mediating the relationship between understanding geometry concepts and learning outcomes but not between spatial ability and learning outcomes. The study underscores the necessity for educators to focus on understanding geometry concepts and fostering self-confidence to design effective learning strategies that improve student achievement in mathematics, particularly in geometry.
ANALISIS KEMAMPUAN GURU DALAM PEMBELAJARAN MATEMATIKA DITINJAU DARI PEDAGOGICAL CONTENT KNOWLEDGE (PCK) PADA GURU PEMULA DAN BERPENGALAMAN SDN BATANGKALUKU KECAMATAN SOMBA OPU KABUPATEN GOWA Nurwahida; Baharullah; S, Agustan
Pendas : Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan Dasar Vol. 10 No. 01 (2025): Volume 10, Nomor 01 Maret 2025 in progress
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar FKIP Universitas Pasundan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23969/jp.v10i01.23290

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Matematika adalah mata pelajaran penting dalam pendidikan, dan guru memiliki peran penting dalam mendidik siswa. Namun, skor rata-rata guru pada Tes Kompetensi Guru dari tahun 2015 hingga 2017 berada di bawah standar, menunjukkan kurangnya kualitas dalam proses pembelajaran. Untuk mencapai pembelajaran yang bermakna, guru harus menguasai kompetensi dasar, seperti Pengetahuan Konten Pedagogi (PCK), yang mengintegrasikan pengetahuan konten dan pedagogi. Guru berpengalaman memiliki lima tahun atau lebih pengalaman mengajar, sedangkan guru pemula memiliki kurang dari lima tahun. Studi ini berfokus pada Pengetahuan Konten Pedagogi (PCK) guru dalam pembelajaran matematika di SD Negeri Batangkaluku, Kecamatan Somba Opu, Kabupaten Gowa. Tujuannya adalah untuk menganalisis kemampuan guru berdasarkan PCK untuk guru pemula dan berpengalaman, dengan tujuan meningkatkan keterampilan mengajar dan efektivitas mengajar secara keseluruhan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa baik guru pemula maupun berpengalaman menunjukkan kemahiran di berbagai komponen pengajaran, unggul dalam pemahaman kurikulum, metode pengajaran, penilaian, dan pemanfaatan sumber daya. Baik guru pemula maupun berpengalaman sama-sama mahir dalam memperoleh umpan balik, merangsang minat belajar siswa, menghubungkan pembelajaran matematika dengan aplikasi kehidupan nyata, dan menguasai materi pelajaran.