PHI: Jurnal Pendidikan Matematika
Vol 10, No 1 (2026): EDISI APRIL, 2026

KAJIAN KONSEPTUAL TENTANG LIMIT FUNGSI SEBAGAI FONDASI PEMBELAJARAN KALKULUS

Barus, Aferbina Br (Unknown)
Umri, Fasya Maharani (Unknown)
Aini, Nur Hidayah (Unknown)
Siregar, Tiur Malasari (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study aims to examine the basic concept of function limits in calculus and analyze their vital role as the main foundation in learning calculus. The research method employed is a literature review, analyzing various sources such as textbooks and scientific journal articles related to limit concepts, student misconceptions, and relevant pedagogical strategies. Data analysis was conducted qualitatively and descriptively to synthesize the relationship between the concept of limits, derivatives, and integrals. The results indicate that the limit is a fundamental concept that explains functional behavior and serves as the formal basis for defining derivatives as rates of change and integrals as area accumulation (Riemann sums). The study concludes that a strong conceptual understanding of limits is essential to avoid the dominance of mechanistic procedures and to help students master advanced calculus concepts systematically. It is suggested that calculus instruction should emphasize visual representation and mathematical interpretation, although this study is limited to a literature approach without empirical field data.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

phi

Publisher

Subject

Mathematics

Description

PHI: Jurnal Pendidikan Matematika is an open access peer-reviewed journal that aims to share and discuss issues and research results. This journal is published by Mathematics Education Program Study, Batanghari University. This journal publishes scientific articles on research results and reviews ...