The Effect of Teacher Skills and Availability of Learning Resources on Mathematics Problem Solving Skills at High Schools in West Java

Nanny Mayasari (Universitas Nusa Cendana)
Nanang Nanang (Institut Teknologi Garut)
Asri Nurhafsari (Universitas Islam Syekh-Yusuf)
Adi Asmara (Universitas Muhammadiyah Bengkulu)
Yuni Syifau Rohmah (Universitas Buana Perjuangan Karawang)

West Science Social and Humanities Studies
Vol. 2 No. 06 (2024): West Science Social and Humanities Studies

This study investigates the influence of teacher ability and the availability of learning resources on mathematics problem-solving ability among high school students in West Java, Indonesia. Quantitative analysis was employed, utilizing survey questionnaires to gather data from a sample of 160 high school students. The study found significant positive relationships between teacher ability, learning resource availability, and mathematics problem-solving ability. Specifically, high-quality teaching and adequate provision of learning resources emerged as crucial factors contributing to students' problem-solving skills. The findings underscore the importance of investing in teacher training, professional development, and resource provisioning to enhance mathematics education outcomes in West Java.