Mandalika Mathematics and Educations Journal
Vol 7 No 4 (2025): Desember

Open-Ended Problems as a Strategy in Mathematics Modules to Enhance Students’ Mathematics Computational Thinking

Aziz, Abdul (Unknown)
Sutiarso, Sugeng (Unknown)
Caswita, Caswita (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 Dec 2025

Abstract

Computational thinking (CT) is a key competency in 21st-century mathematics education. However, Indonesian students still face challenges in decomposition, abstraction, and algorithmic reasoning due to learning resources dominated by single-solution problems. This study developed and evaluated a mathematics module based on open-ended problems to enhance students’ CT skills in quadratic functions. The research adopted an R&D approach using the ADDIE model, including analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The process involved needs, curriculum, and learner analyses, followed by expert validation, practicality testing, and effectiveness evaluation. Three experts validated the module, while teachers and students assessed its practicality. Effectiveness was tested using a quasi-experimental pretest–posttest control group design involving 61 high school students. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, N-Gain, and inferential tests. Results showed the module was valid, practical, and effective in improving CT skills. The experimental group achieved significantly higher N-Gain (p < 0.05) than the control group, with abstraction and pattern recognition showing the greatest improvement.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

MANDALIKA

Publisher

Subject

Mathematics

Description

Mandalika Mathematics and Education Journal adalah Jurnal Matematika dan Pendidikan Matematika yang dikelola oleh Program Studi S1 Pendidikan Matematika FKIP Universitas Mataram. Fokus dan ruang lingkup dari jurnal ini adalah artikel ilmiah baik berupa hasil penelitian, review artikel maupun kajian ...