Analisis Profil Latent Terhadap Keterlibatan Mahasiswa dalam Pendidikan Kalkulus Terintegrasi STEM: Pengembangan Karakter dan Prestasi Akademik di Perguruan Tinggi Indonesia

Deby Erdriani (Universitas Putra Indonesia “YPTK” Padang)
Zelhendri Zen (State University of Padang)
Fetri Yeni (State University of Padang)
Mahdalena Prihatin Ningsih (State University of Padang)
Ega Harna B (State University of Padang)
Firmawati (State University of Padang)
Helmiyanti (State University of Padang)

Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA (JPPIPA)
Vol 12 No 1 (2026)

This study employed Latent Profile Analysis (LPA) to investigate engagement patterns among Indonesian university students (N = 81) in a calculus course integrated with STEM through engineering case studies and digital tools. A cross-sectional design using a multidimensional engagement questionnaire identified three distinct profiles: Highly Engaged Digital Learners (22.20%), Minimally Engaged Learners (3.70%), and Moderately Engaged Learners Requiring Support (74.10%). ANOVA results revealed that Highly Engaged Digital Learners achieved significantly superior calculus performance (mean score = 89.70) compared to other profiles (mean difference = 17.30 points, p < 0.001). MANOVA further indicated that this group demonstrated substantially greater development of character virtues, including perseverance, intellectual honesty, and collaborative ethics (all p < 0.001). The findings confirm that STEM-integrated calculus education, when effectively engaging students, serves a dual pedagogical function, simultaneously advancing technical competencies and ethical reasoning. This highlights its transformative potential in fostering holistically developed professionals, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education). Strategic educational responses should include early engagement profiling and targeted support to maximize these benefits.