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Conceptual understanding of circle elements for visual impairment students: Optimization of sound and tactile features in circle box learning media Rahmatin, Tsania; Al Jupri; Suhendra
JPMI (Jurnal Pembelajaran Matematika Inovatif) Vol. 8 No. 1s (2025): Special Issue
Publisher : IKIP Siliwangi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22460/jpmi.v8i1s.26742

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This study explores the conceptual understanding of visually impaired students regarding circle elements using a learning tool called the Circle Box, which incorporates auditory and tactile features to help students identify circle elements and facilitate subsequent learning. A qualitative naturalistic approach was employed, involving five 8th-grade visually impaired students and two mathematics teachers at a special school in Cimahi. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and a test adapted from Adding It Up: Helping Children Learn Mathematics by the National Research Council. Data were analyzed through reduction, descriptive presentation, verification, and conclusion. The results show that most students successfully identified circle elements and understood key relationships, though challenges remain in verbal explanations and generalizations involving unfamiliar vocabulary. Factors such as age, gender, and the level of visual impairment influence understanding, impacting memorization and confidence. Recommendations for improvements emphasize sound quality, simplified language, and enhanced tactile designs for better usability and learning efficiency.
PENGUATAN KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR MATEMATIS UNTUK OLIMPIADE MATEMATIKA Umbara, Hanifa Dina Aulia Dewi; Ningrum, Yunia Jumita; Rachmi, Cut Nadia; Bulubaan, Santy; Syaputra, Muhammad Rizky; Putri, Nadyati; Rahmatin, Tsania; Jupri, Al; Kusnandi, Kusnandi
PAKEM : Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol 5 No 2 (2025): Pakem : Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
Publisher : Universitas Pattimura

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30598/pakem.5.2.109-120

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This community service aims to improve the mathematical thinking competence of teachers and students in facing mathematical Olympiads through two main activities: training for teachers and mathematical Olympiad coaching for students. Strengthening mathematical thinking competency is very important in preparing teachers and students to face the challenges of mathematics olympiads that demand high-level understanding, analysis, and problem solving. This activity was carried out by students of the Master's Program in Mathematics Education at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, with a focus on strengthening mathematical thinking strategies and developing skills to tackle mathematical Olympiad problems. The training for teachers was conducted online for 4.5 hours and attended by 530 participants from across Indonesia, while the student coaching took place at SMAN 1 Katapang for 5 hours with 19 participants. Quantitative evaluation through closed-ended questionnaires showed that the activity succeeded in suporting teachers’ mathematical thinking competencies and supporting students in solving olympiad-level problems. The collaboration between academics and educational practitioners in this activity is expected to make a significant contribution to improving the quality of mathematics education in Indonesia and strengthening students' competitiveness in mathematical Olympiads even on an international scale