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Journal : International Journal of Applied Learning and Research in Algebra

Identification of Junior High School Students' Mathematical Problem Solving Abilities on Number Patterns Parindang, Edwin Amanu; Ramlan, Wahyudi; Wahyuni, Reni; Salman , Muhammad
International Journal of Applied Learning and Research in Algebra Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : EDUPEDIA Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56855/algebra.v2i2.1487

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This study aims to analyse the mathematical problem-solving abilities of middle school students in the context of number patterns. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the research was conducted on eighth-grade students at SMP Negeri 3 Tualang. The instruments used included problem-solving tests in the form of essay questions and interviews. Subjects were selected using purposive sampling, consisting of 6 students with varying abilities (high, medium, low). The results show that students have varying abilities in four problem-solving indicators: understanding the problem (50% - medium), planning the solution (8.33% - very low), solving the problem (100% - very high), and reviewing the solution (25% - low). The data indicates that while students are capable of solving problems and understanding the questions, they struggle with planning solutions and reviewing their answers. It is recommended to enhance teaching strategies with more flexible approaches, such as problem-based learning (PBL), to improve students' mathematical problem-solving skills.
Students' Mathematical Reasoning Ability on The System of Linear Equations of Two Variables in Grade VIII Ashari, Fitri Nur; Mayda, Nana Karina; Wahyuni, Reni
International Journal of Applied Learning and Research in Algebra Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : EDUPEDIA Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56855/algebra.v2i2.1488

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Mathematical reasoning ability is an ability that is considered important for students to have in learning mathematics. The purpose of this study is to describe students' mathematical reasoning ability on the material of Two Variable Linear Equation System . This type of research is a type of research that uses a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques in this study were carried out using observation, test, and interview methods. The test instrument used was 2 essay questions about students' reasoning ability that had been validated. The subjects of this study were 20 students of class VIII 1 SMP Negeri 4 Koto Gasib. Based on the test results, the researcher selected students who had the same ability, then 6 students were selected as representatives of the research subjects based on the category (high, medium and low). The results of this study indicate that students with high initial ability are able to meet all indicators of mathematical reasoning ability. Students with medium ability are not yet able to present mathematical statements in writing, are able to submit conjectures but the steps are not complete, are able to manipulate well, are able to compile evidence of the truth of the solution and are able to draw conclusions correctly and precisely. Students with low abilities are unable to present mathematical statements in writing, are able to submit conjectures but the steps are incomplete, are able to manipulate correctly, but are not yet able to compile evidence for the truth of the solution and finally students are unable to draw conclusions from the answers they have obtained.