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Journal : Jurnal Pendidikan MIPA

Exploring the Impact of Adversity Quotient on Students' Mathematics Achievement in Junior High School Mustafa, Sriyanti; Sulvianti, Sulvianti; Rasmi, Rasmi; Yunus, A. Andriani
Jurnal Pendidikan MIPA Vol 26, No 2 (2025): Jurnal Pendidikan MIPA
Publisher : FKIP Universitas Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23960/jpmipa.v26i2.pp1068-1085

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Adversity Quotient (AQ) is an individual’s ability to face and overcome obstacles and has been found to be an important non-cognitive factor in student learning outcomes, especially in mathematics, a subject often perceived as difficult and stressful. This study aimed to examine the effect of AQ on grade VIII students’ mathematics learning achievement at SMP Negeri 2 Parepare. A quantitative approach was used with 36 students selected through cluster random sampling. Data was collected using a validated AQ questionnaire based on Stoltz’s CO2RE model, consisting of Control, Origin and Ownership, Reach, and Endurance, as well as students’ mathematics learning achievement scores. Descriptive analysis showed that students generally had moderate AQ, with the highest dimension score in endurance, which means optimism and persistence, while the control dimension was the weakest. This means that although students are motivated to face challenges, they still struggle to manage their responses to learning pressure. The study applied Spearman’s rho correlation analysis. This finding implies that non-cognitive skills such as AQ in mathematics education will improve their academic outcomes. A high AQ in students will tend to be able to overcome difficulties and problems well it has a good impact on their learning achievement. This study has limitations. Small sample size (N=36) limits generalizability beyond a specific school context. This study only focused on AQ as an internal factor without considering external factors such as socioeconomic status, parental support, or classroom atmosphere. Future research will expand the sample and include additional variables to understand the multifactorial nature of academic success.      Keywords: adversity quotient; achievement; learning; mathematics.
Adversity Quotient as a Predictor of Creative Thinking Skills in Solving Algebraic Problems among Junior High School Students Hariyani, Sri; Mustafa, Sriyanti; Musa, Muzirah
Jurnal Pendidikan MIPA Vol 26, No 4 (2025): Jurnal Pendidikan MIPA
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23960/jpmipa.v26i4.pp2153-2170

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This study emphasizes the importance of creative thinking skills as a key 21st-century student competency. Observations at a junior high school in Malang City revealed that 68% of 31 students could not solve simple algebra problems. This inability could be caused by several factors, one of which is low creative thinking skills. There is still limited research on creative thinking skills. Therefore, this study aimed to assess pupils’ original ideas and abilities in algebra questions based on AQ (Adversity Quotient) categories. In this qualitative descriptive research, 33 students were selected based on various AQ categories. The AQ data were collected through a questionnaire and categorized as follows: 11 students in the Climbers category, 17 in the Campers category, and five in the Quitters category. Three subjects were selected based on the highest scores in each category: AQ, representative, and communicative. The subjects were further analyzed using a creativity component test (fluency, flexibility, and originality). The data collection methods in this investigation were the AQ questionnaire, a creative thinking ability test, and semi-structured interviews. The interviews aimed to gather more in-depth information about students’ thought processes while solving algebra problems. The study’s results indicate that the majority of students are in the Campers category (51.51%), followed by Climbers (33.33%) and Quitters (15.15%). Students with AQ Climbers profiles meet the fluency, flexibility, and originality criteria. Students with AQ Campers appear confident, but their solutions did not meet the fluency component (fulfilling the components of flexibility and originality). Meanwhile, pupils who are AQ Quitters cannot meet the requirements for creative thinking. The conclusion of this study is that the higher the level of resilience (AQ) of students, the higher their ability to think creatively and solve mathematical problems fluently, flexibly, and originally. This research can inspire teachers to use the open-ended problem-solving method by considering students’ AQ levels, helping students enhance their creative thinking skills. Keywords: adversity quotient, creative thinking skills, algebra.
Bridging the Learning Gap: Implementing Teaching at the Right Level in Secondary School Mathematics Sari, Vernita; Mustafa, Sriyanti; Dollo, Asdar; Ali, Ayu Rahyuni
Jurnal Pendidikan MIPA Vol 26, No 4 (2025): Jurnal Pendidikan MIPA
Publisher : FKIP Universitas Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23960/jpmipa.v26i4.pp2453-2473

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The study evaluates whether and to what extent the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) intervention improves students’ learning in mathematics across cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains. This study employed a pre-experimental one-group pre-test/post-test design, in which a single cohort of 35 Grade XI students at Senior High School I, Takalar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, was assessed before and after the implementation of the TaRL approach. Data were gathered using pre- and post-tests to measure cognitive improvement. The cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains were assessed with structured observation sheets using a five-point Likert scale, which were then transformed to a 0-100 scale for clarity of interpretation. The result showed a significant increase in students’ cognitive achievement, with the pre-test and post-test means of 83.42 and 93.22, respectively. Although the initial score was relatively high due to students’ prior exposure to similar mathematical content, the statistical results confirmed a meaningful improvement beyond the baseline understanding. Observations of the affective domain revealed notable positive shifts; students demonstrated higher motivation, increased confidence in problem-solving, and more active participation during class activities, as reflected in an average converted score of 95.31. In the psychomotor domain, the mean score of 93.21 demonstrated students’ enhanced ability to apply mathematical concepts in practical contexts through active engagement. These findings suggest that the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) approach effectively enhances students’ learning outcomes within the studied context by promoting active, differentiated, and student-centered learning experiences. Since the study was conducted at a single institution with a small sample, additional research with larger populations and diverse educational contexts is necessary to substantiate and generalize these findings.    Keywords: affective, cognitive, mathematics, psychomotor, teaching at the right level (TaRL).