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Mathematics module based on STEAM and Quranic approach: A study for student’s perception Muzakkir; Zulnaidi, Hutkemri; Abd Rauf , Rose Amnah
Journal on Mathematics Education Vol. 15 No. 2 (2024): Journal on Mathematics Education
Publisher : Universitas Sriwijaya in collaboration with Indonesian Mathematical Society (IndoMS)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22342/jme.v15i2.pp363-384

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Monotonous mathematics learning focusing on textbooks only will make students bored and feel that studying mathematics is useless. Using attractive and meaningful approaches, like STEAM and Quranic approaches, is strongly motivated by the need to avoid tedious drilling for students in learning mathematics. This study aims to assess students' perceptions of the development of mathematics modules using science, technology, engineering, and art (STEAM) and AL-Quran approaches. The research approach employed in this research is embedded in mixed methods. Quantitative data was examined using percentages, while qualitative data were transcribed and then developed into codes, categories, and themes. The study recruited 146 Pidie senior high school students in the natural science stream, and five individuals were selected for one-to-one semi-structured interviews. The results of this study show that students have a negative experience in learning mathematics. However, they have a significant interest in integrated math learning with Quranic and STEAM approaches. Furthermore, they believe the modules are one learning medium ideal for mathematics. Finally, based on this study, mathematics teachers should be able to develop learning modules that can integrate STEAM approaches and the understanding of the Quran for senior high school students.
Curriculum and teacher assessment practices in mathematics learning: Alignment with higher order thinking skills in Indonesian secondary schools Zana, Firdha Mahrifatul; Sa'dijah, Cholis; Susiswo; Anwar, Lathiful; Zulnaidi, Hutkemri
Journal on Mathematics Education Vol. 15 No. 4 (2024): Journal on Mathematics Education
Publisher : Universitas Sriwijaya in collaboration with Indonesian Mathematical Society (IndoMS)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22342/jme.v15i4.pp1311-1334

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Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) are an essential element in education that must be integrated into curricula and classroom assessments. In Indonesia, educational initiatives have increasingly emphasized the incorporation of HOTS into both curriculum design and assessment practices. However, prior research has primarily focused on the challenges faced by teachers in developing HOTS-based assessments and aligning their teaching with curriculum demands. This study aims to investigate how the Indonesian mathematics curriculum integrates HOTS and evaluate the alignment between the curriculum objectives and teacher-developed assessments in fostering HOTS. The study employed a descriptive qualitative approach and was conducted in two Indonesian high schools, one located in an urban area and the other in a regional setting. A total of 15 mathematics teachers from grades ten, eleven, and twelve participated in the research. Data collection methods included focus group discussions, document analysis of mathematics assessments, and semi-structured interviews. The analysis employed Anderson and Krathwohl’s Taxonomy to categorize cognitive levels. Findings reveal that the Indonesian Mathematics Curriculum predominantly emphasizes Low-Order Thinking Skills (LOTS), and teacher-developed assessments are largely aligned with these LOTS-focused objectives. Furthermore, even when curriculum indicators aim to target HOTS, teachers often struggle to design assessments that effectively evaluate students’ higher-order cognitive abilities. These findings highlight a significant gap between curriculum goals and the practical implementation of HOTS in assessments. The results provide valuable insights for curriculum developers, suggesting the need for a curriculum redesign that places greater emphasis on HOTS. Additionally, the study underscores the importance of professional development initiatives to equip teachers with the skills necessary to design and implement HOTS-based assessments. This research contributes to advancing educational practices and policies that prioritize the integration of HOTS into teaching and assessment frameworks.