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Elementary School Students' Mathematical Creative Thinking Ability Herman Syafri
Indonesian Journal of Primary Education Vol 7, No 1 (2023): Indonesian Journal of Primary Education : June 2023
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/ijpe.v7i1.57727

Mathematical creative thinking is required to develop analytical, evaluative, problem-solving, and critical information connection abilities. Elementary school students will have a strong foundation for studying mathematics at a higher level and for facing daily challenges if they are encouraged to think creatively in mathematics. The present study aimed to determine the profile of elementary school student's ability to think creatively in mathematics. This study employed a quantitative descriptive survey with a sample size of 48 elementary school pupils aged 7 to 12. The instrument used was a 32-question test of mathematical creative thinking with a maximum score of 40 and three dimensions, namely fluency, variability, and novelty, with a 0.86 level of reliability. The results indicate that the average value of mathematical creative thinking in the "Fair" category is 71.61, with the lowest value being 67.5 and the highest value being 82.5. Regarding their ability to think creatively in mathematics, 92.80% of students fall into the "Fair" category, while 4.2% fall into the "Good" category. However, from the analysis results, the importance of mathematical creative thinking is still not included in the "Good" category. Consequently, there is a need for methods or media to enhance the ability of elementary school students to think creatively in mathematics or calculation.

Profile of the Availability and Use of Learning Media that Supports Improving Numeracy Skills in Elementary and Junior High Schools Herman Syafri
Indonesian Journal of Primary Education Vol 8, No 1 (2024): Indonesian Journal of Primary Education : June 2024
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/ijpe.v8i1.65375

This research aims to determine the profile of the availability of learning media that supports improving numeracy skills in elementary and junior high schools in Tasikmalaya Regency and City and their use, using a qualitative approach, while the methods used are interviews and commentary studies. The research findings obtained are that several elementary schools and junior high schools in Tasikmalaya Regency and City have learning media that supports improving students' numeracy skills, the source comes from grants, schools rarely budget for purchasing media, and rarely even make their own media. However, unfortunately the existing media does not work optimally, because teachers are reluctant to use media and focus only on textbooks, even though all the sources interviewed said that the use of media in learning, especially in learning Mathematics, is very important.

Elementary School Students' Mathematical Creative Thinking Ability Herman Syafri
Indonesian Journal of Primary Education Vol 7, No 1 (2023): Indonesian Journal of Primary Education : June 2023
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/ijpe.v7i1.57727

Mathematical creative thinking is required to develop analytical, evaluative, problem-solving, and critical information connection abilities. Elementary school students will have a strong foundation for studying mathematics at a higher level and for facing daily challenges if they are encouraged to think creatively in mathematics. The present study aimed to determine the profile of elementary school student's ability to think creatively in mathematics. This study employed a quantitative descriptive survey with a sample size of 48 elementary school pupils aged 7 to 12. The instrument used was a 32-question test of mathematical creative thinking with a maximum score of 40 and three dimensions, namely fluency, variability, and novelty, with a 0.86 level of reliability. The results indicate that the average value of mathematical creative thinking in the "Fair" category is 71.61, with the lowest value being 67.5 and the highest value being 82.5. Regarding their ability to think creatively in mathematics, 92.80% of students fall into the "Fair" category, while 4.2% fall into the "Good" category. However, from the analysis results, the importance of mathematical creative thinking is still not included in the "Good" category. Consequently, there is a need for methods or media to enhance the ability of elementary school students to think creatively in mathematics or calculation.

PENGARUH BERKARYA SENI 3D MENGGUNAKAN PLAYDOUGH BAGI PERKEMBANGAN KREATIVITAS ANAK USIA 5–6 TAHUN Wanda Nurjanah; Aini Loita; Herman Syafri
Al-ATHFAL: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): Oktober
Publisher : LPPM IAD Probolinggo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46773/alathfal.v6i4.2477

This study aimed to investigate the effect of three-dimensional (3D) art activities using playdough on the creativity development of children aged 5–6 years. A quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest control group was employed, involving 20 children who were evenly divided into experimental and control groups. Data were collected through observation using a validated creativity assessment instrument that measured fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration. The experimental group participated in several sessions of 3D art activities with playdough, while the control group received conventional learning without playdough. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, the Mann–Whitney U test, and N-Gain calculation. The results revealed a significant increase in creativity scores in the experimental group compared to the control group (p = 0.000). The experimental group achieved an N-Gain score in the medium category, while the control group was in the low category. These findings suggest that 3D art activities with playdough are effective in enhancing children’s creativity by stimulating divergent thinking, strengthening fine motor skills, and fostering self-confidence. The study recommends integrating playdough-based art activities into early childhood education curricula to optimize children’s creative potential. Keywords: playdough; 3D art; creativity; early childhood; quasi-experiment

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