M A T H L I N E : Jurnal Matematika dan Pendidikan Matematika
Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Mathline : Jurnal Matematika dan Pendidikan Matematika

Systematic Literature Review: The Effectiveness Of Using The Problem-Based Learning Model In Improving Problem-Solving Skills

Ramadhany, Nuramaliyah (Unknown)
Tampa, Alimuddin (Unknown)
Upu, Hamzah (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
12 Aug 2025

Abstract

Amid challenges in mathematics education, students' low problem-solving skills have become a key concern. Studies have shown that many students struggle to understand problems, devise appropriate strategies, and validate their solutions, especially when faced with real-world mathematical tasks. Problem-Based Learning (PBL) has been identified in many studies as a promising approach to address this issue. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of PBL in enhancing students' mathematical problem-solving skills through a systematic review of recent literature. Using the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis) method, this Systematic Literature Review (SLR) identified 20 relevant articles from 1,672 collected through databases like ERIC, ScienceDirect, IOP Science, and PubMed, using keywords "Problem-based Learning" and "problem-solving mathematics." The findings show that PBL consistently improves students' problem-solving skills and is more effective than traditional teaching methods. Thus, PBL is a valuable instructional model for educators to adopt. This review suggests that PBL should be integrated more systematically into mathematics instruction to support students in developing essential 21st-century skills.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Mathline

Publisher

Subject

Education Mathematics

Description

Mathline is published by Mathematics Education Department of Wiralodra University. Mathline publishes the research issues on mathematics, mathematics education, and could be experiment, research and development, or classroom action research. This Journal are bi-annual publication, on February and ...