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WHEN THINKING FAILS: MISCONCEPTIONS AND THE ROLE OF COGNITIVE DISSONANCE IN MATHEMATICS TEACHER EDUCATION Faradiba, Surya Sari; Alifiani, Alifiani; Sari, Fadhila Kartika; Nursit, Isbadar; Deramea, Ruhaisa
Prima Magistra: Jurnal Ilmiah Kependidikan Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Volume 7 Number 1 (January 2026)
Publisher : Program Studi PGSD Universitas Flores

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37478/jpm.v7i1.5810

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Misconceptions in mathematics persist as a problem in teacher education, often rooted in unresolved cognitive conflicts. This study aims to explore how cognitive dissonance contributes to the formation and persistence of mathematical misconceptions in a prospective mathematics teacher. Conducted at a private university in Malang, Indonesia, this research employs a qualitative case study design with one participant, purposefully selected based on prior conceptual errors. Data were collected through task-based assessments and semi-structured interviews, and were then analyzed thematically. The findings show that the participant exhibited stable misconceptions in key mathematical areas, particularly when encountering information that challenged prior beliefs. Rather than adjusting or restructuring incorrect knowledge, the participant displayed psychological resistance through justification, minimization, and selective attention to confirming evidence. These mechanisms serve to reduce internal discomfort (dissonance) without engaging in conceptual change. As a result, the erroneous mental model is maintained despite exposure to correct information. This highlights the critical role of cognitive dissonance in reinforcing misconceptions through defensive cognitive strategies.
PENINGKATAN SOFT SKILL KEWIRAUSAHAAN SISWA MA MELALUI PELATIHAN KEWIRAUSAHAAN BERBASIS BLOG Hidayah, Layli; Nursit, Isbadar; Tyanto, Erdhin Lies
JMM (Jurnal Masyarakat Mandiri) Vol 8, No 4 (2024): Agustus
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31764/jmm.v8i4.24396

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Abstrak: Dalam rangka meningkatkan soft skill kewirausahaan siswa MA PK Wachid Hasyim Surabaya, sebuah program pelatihan kewirausahaan diadakan dengan melibatkan 83 siswa dan didampingi oleh 8 guru. Program ini bertujuan untuk mempersiapkan siswa menghadapi tuntutan dunia bisnis yang semakin kompleks. Melalui program ini, diharapkan siswa dapat mengembangkan kemampuan kewirausahaan yang meliputi integritas, komunikasi, kesopanan, tanggung jawab, keterampilan sosial, sikap positif, profesionalisme, fleksibilitas, kerja tim, dan etos kerja. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan adanya peningkatan signifikan dalam keterampilan kewirausahaan siswa, dengan persentase peningkatan skill mencapai 40%. Kegiatan ini melibatkan serangkaian tahap, dimulai dari pra kegiatan yang meliputi analisis kebutuhan, perencanaan pelatihan, hingga implementasi penggunaan platform blog. Selama kegiatan inti, siswa didampingi untuk memahami konsep desain dan penulisan blog, menguasai teknis penggunaan platform, serta mengembangkan kemampuan kreatif dalam merancang tata letak dan menghasilkan konten yang informatif. Selanjutnya, monitoring dan evaluasi dilakukan secara berkala untuk mengukur dampak program, yang menunjukkan peningkatan yang signifikan dalam literasi digital dan kreativitas siswa.Abstract: In order to enhance the entrepreneurial soft skills of MA PK Wachid Hasyim Surabaya students, an entrepreneurship training program was conducted involving 83 students and accompanied by 8 teachers. This program aims to prepare students to face the demands of an increasingly complex business world. Through this program, it is expected that students can develop entrepreneurial skills including integrity, communication, etiquette, responsibility, social skills, positive attitude, professionalism, flexibility, teamwork, and work ethic. Evaluation results show a significant improvement in students' entrepreneurial skills, with a 40% increase in skill levels. The activities involve a series of stages, starting from pre-activities which include needs analysis, training planning, to the implementation of blog platform usage. During the core activities, students are assisted in understanding the concepts of blog design and writing, mastering the technical use of the platform, and developing creative skills in designing layouts and producing informative content. Furthermore, monitoring and evaluation are conducted periodically to measure the program's impact, showing a significant improvement in students' digital literacy and creativity.
Co-Authors Aa Yuni Abdul Halim Fathani Afandi, Rizki Agus Murniati Ahmad Faiz Praj Nanda Ahmad Fathonin Surya Ahmad Sufyan Zauri Ajar Nur Hidayatullah Alfiani Alfiani Alifiani, Alifiani Alifiani, Alifiani Amiliya Nisaul Khusna Aminnudin, Muhammad Azis Nur Anies Fuady Ashshiddiqi, Yahya Hasbi Asih Rosanti Deramea, Ruhaisa Deviana Novita Sari Diana Lestari Didik Prastiyo Dimitri Auiya Urrahman Dita Hasanah Doluubeng, Muhamad Yusri Dwi Ratna Sari, Dwi Ratna Fadhila Kartika Sari Fedrik Andhika Firmansyah Fenny Putri Arfany Fifi Maulidatil Wahidah Fina Putri Damayanti Firdaus, Izzul Haq Candra Fitri Wahyuni Fuady, Anies Ganjar Setyo Widodo Gilang Herlambang Gusti Firda Khairunnisa Habibah, Siti Ummu Hamzah, Nadiyah Maharani Amir Intan Wulandari Wulandari Ivan Hartaji Ivan Hartaji Ivan Ivan Hartaji Jannah, Ukhti Raudhatul Jiwandono, Nahnu Robid Kamil, Syaifuddin Koviva Wijayanti Kuny Zakiyyatur Rosyidah Lailatul Fitria Layli Hidayah Linda Tri Lestari Lulut Ernin Maharani M. Faishol Arief Maulana, Faiz Miladiyah Miladiyah Moh Arisyur Rahman Moh Ridho Al Jauhariy Muhammad Ridho Hisbullah Muhammad Rifky Maulana Muna, Nailiatul Mustangin Mustangin Muzaqqi, Muhammah Ilham N, Moh Khoirul Mustagfirin Nabila Safirotuz Zahiroh Novelia Fransiska Nurul Azmi Nuse Aliyah Rahmati Phadung, Muneeroh Pratama, Moch. Septian Yoga Rahaju, Rahaju Rahayu, Amelia Puji Raju Raju Regita Laely Nur Fitria Ria Rizka Rahmania Rizka Wahyu Alvina Rizqin Niyah RR. Ettie Rukmigarsari Ruf'aniyah, Ruf'aniyah Salsabilla Ryzka Amalia Siti Nurul Hasana Siti Ummu Habibah Siti Ummu Habibah Sunismi . Surahmat Surahmat Surya Sari Faradiba Syauqiy Syifa Titik Rahayu Widyawati Tyanto, Erdhin Lies Ukhti Raudhatul Jannah Ulul Albab Umaimah Ummi Maghfirah Verdy, Andika Walida, Sikky El Widiyanti, Ria Yayan Eryk Setiawan Yula Milshteyn Zainal Abidin Zainal Abidin Zainal Abidin Zakiyatul Ilmiyah Zakiyatul Ilmiyah