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Students’ mathematical modelling ability in solving PISA tasks on uncertainty and data content Nurrosyadah, Naqiyyah; Utami, Marta Risa Putri; Darmawijoyo; Hartono, Yusuf
Jurnal Gantang Vol 10 No 1 (2025): Jurnal Gantang
Publisher : Universitas Maritim Raja Ali Haji

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31629/jg.v10i1.7193

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Mathematical modeling is key in helping students connect abstract mathematics with real-life situations by transforming practical problems into mathematical forms, solving them analytically, and interpreting solutions in context. This study investigates junior high school students' mathematical modeling abilities in solving PISA tasks on Uncertainty and Data, analyzed through the OECD (2018) framework of formulating, employing, interpreting, and evaluating. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, we collected data through written tests and follow-up interviews with seventh-grade students. Findings reveal that students show moderate ability in employing mathematical procedures (50.2%) but struggle with formulating problems (45.3%). Most critically, they demonstrate significant difficulties in interpreting (33.7%) and evaluating (28.5%) solutions within real-world contexts, impairing their ability to apply mathematics practically. Qualitative analysis of written tests and interviews shows that students often develop mental strategies but fail to articulate them in writing. These findings underscore the critical need to strengthen higher-order modeling skills in instructional practices, particularly interpretation, evaluation, and mathematical communication. The study reveals essential gaps between procedural competence and practical application, suggesting that curriculum reforms should emphasize problem-solving approaches to develop mathematical modeling abilities that meet PISA’s standards.
Students’ Perceptions of Role-Playing Games in Mathematics Learning: A Descriptive Study Nurrosyadah, Naqiyyah; Susanti, Ely; Somakim
Jurnal VARIDIKA Volume 38 No 2, August 2026
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta

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This study aims to describe students’ perceptions of the use of a role-playing game (RPG), Arithmetic Adventure: The Mystery of Polaria Village, in mathematics learning on arithmetic sequences and series. A quantitative descriptive research design was employed, involving 34 tenth-grade students at SMA Negeri 10 Palembang selected through purposive sampling based on their participation in RPG-based learning activities. Data were collected using a closed-ended Likert-scale questionnaire covering four aspects: motivation and engagement, perceived learning effectiveness, social interaction and collaboration, and challenges encountered during learning. Content validity was established through expert judgment, while instrument reliability was confirmed using Cronbach’s Alpha coefficients ranging from 0.77 to 0.91, indicating acceptable to excellent internal consistency. Descriptive analysis showed that students perceived the RPG positively in terms of motivation, engagement, and learning effectiveness, while challenges related to technical constraints and game complexity were reported at a moderate level. The integration of narrative-based gameplay with mathematical thinking stages—specializing, generalizing, conjecturing, and convincing—was perceived as supporting students’ reasoning and problem-solving processes. These findings suggest that RPG-based learning can serve as a meaningful and engaging instructional medium in mathematics, although its implementation requires careful design considerations and adequate technical support.