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MEJ (Mathematics Education Journal)
ISSN : 25795260     EISSN : 25795724     DOI : -
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MEJ (Mathematics Education Journal) is a journal that has a mission to publish the results of research, studies and / or innovation of quality in the field of education and learning from all aspects of mathematics education. To accelerate the transfromasi and implementation of science and technology education and learning to the community.
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Learners’ Graphical Efficacy When Solving Trigonometric Problems Paul Mutodi; Kgaladi Maphutha
Mathematics Education Journal Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023): MEJ Vol 7 No.2
Publisher : Department of Mathematics Education University of Muhammadiyah Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/mej.v7i2.27636

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This study explored grade 12 learners’ graphical efficacy when solving problems involving trigonometric graphs. A structured test consisting of five trigonometric problems, with variations in context and structure, was administered to a purposefully selected group of 25 Grade 12 learners from the Sekhukhune District in South Africa. Insights into learners' graphing efficacy were obtained through task-based interviews. Data were analysed using direct interpretation which involved deductive thematic analysis of the task-based interviews and content analysis of the test scripts to match learners’ responses to the themes drawn from the Meta-Representational Competence (MRC) framework. The results showed that most learners lack invention and functioning, critiquing and reflection efficacies and hence this affected their drawing and interpretation of the graphs and consequently lead to incorrect solutions.  Furthermore, the results show most learners have critiquing efficacy. This indicates that learners lack graphical efficacy for solving trigonometric problems involving trigonometric functions. This finding has pedagogic implications: the apparent lack of graphical efficacy in graphical solutions may suggest inadequate mastery of the concept. Therefore, this study recommends that the teaching and learning of trigonometric graphs should consider the development of invention, functioning, critiquing and reflection efficacies.
Learners’ Misconceptions and Errors when Solving Inequalities Paul Mutodi; Mogege Mosimege; Kgaladi Maphutha
Mathematics Education Journal Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023): MEJ Vol 7 No.2
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/mej.v7i2.27675

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This study explored Grade 12 learners’ misconceptions and errors when solving inequalities. A test on Inequalities was administered to a randomly selected sample of 50 Grade 12 learners in Sekhukhune District, South Africa. A rubric was used to guide the assessment and scoring of learners’ scripts. Ten (10) learners were purposively selected  based  their  test  responses for interviews to explain their errors, misconceptions and reasoning. Results indicated that learners’ errors are due to misunderstandings from prior learning and insufficient mathematical content knowledge. Misconceptions and errors recorded from learners’ work include: learners solved inequalities as equations, treated inequality signs as an equal sign, and multiplying both sides of inequalities involving fractions by a variable. Learners had challenges in  presenting solutions of  inequalities using graphical and number lines. The study recommends that teachers should make an effort to understand learners’ thought processes and use this understanding to anticipate learners’ misconceptions and errors and prescribe remediation corrective strategies.
Analysis of Students' Mathematical Communication in Solving AKM Problems by Students with Varying Anxiety Levels Faizah Nurbani Wisnu Putri; Yus Mochamad Cholily; Zukhrufurrohmah Zukhrufurrohmah
Mathematics Education Journal Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023): MEJ Vol 7 No.2
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/mej.v7i2.28055

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This qualitative study analyzes students' mathematical communication while solving minimum competency assessment-type questions concerning their levels of math anxiety. The study involved 27 students in class VII B at Junior high school, with six junior high school students as subjects. Data were gathered through math anxiety questionnaires, tests with minimum competency assessment question types, and student presentation assessment sheets. The completed questionnaire was used to select subjects for the tests and presentations. The test sheet contains questions on the AKM type of flat material and three description questions. The data were analyzed through reduction, presentation, and conclusion stages. Findings indicate that students' math anxiety levels were high, medium, and low, with moderate anxiety being the most common. While no students showed low mathematical communication skills, three students were found to have average skills, and three students demonstrated high mathematical communication abilities.
Relationship Between Test Anxiety and Academic Performance of Secondary School Students in Mathematics Odiri Onoshakpokaiye; Ebele Chinelo Okigbo
Mathematics Education Journal Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023): MEJ Vol 7 No.2
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/mej.v7i2.28070

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The study looked into i) the relationship that exists between test anxiety and secondary school students’ academic performance in Mathematics. ii) Whether there is difference between the academic performances of students with high and low test anxiety levels in mathematics. Two research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. A correlation survey design was adopted. The study population consisted of 42,299 senior secondary two (SS2) students offering mathematics 2021/2022 in Delta State, Nigeria and 1,650 of those students were selected using a multistage sampling procedure. Mathematics Test Anxiety Questionnaire (MTAQ), which was validated by three experts, was used as the instrument for data collection which had Cronbach Alpha coefficient of 0.69. The students’ achievement scores in Mathematics in SS1 for 2021/2022 session represent their performance scores in the subject. Pearson product moment correlation was used to analyze the collected data. The study’s findings revealed there was a negative correlation and also majority of the students experienced high test anxiety. There was no significant connection between test anxiety and students’ academic performance in mathematics. Also, there was a significant difference between students with high and low anxiety, and their academic performance in mathematics. In light of the findings, it was recommended among other things, that mathematics teachers, school guidance counsellors should make a concerted effort to reduce the test anxiety of their students through proper teaching and conditioning and modeling the behavior of the students for better mathematics performance.
Canonical Correlation in Modeling Short Term Expenditure versus Poverty Levels in Informal Settlements : : Assessing its Impact on Education Job Lusweti; Annette Okoth
Mathematics Education Journal Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023): MEJ Vol 7 No.2
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/mej.v7i2.28091

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Populations in informal settlements grapple with poor living conditions and inability to access quality education. Expenditure behaviour especially on short term basis is one of the major causes of poverty as majority live from hand to mouth and not in position to provide their children with education. This study applied canonical correlation used in a wide range of disciplines to analyse the relationship between short term expenditure and poverty levels. The main objective was to establish the relationship between short term expenditure and poverty levels among residents of informal settlements, assess the impact of this behaviour on education and propose possible mitigation strategies to the problem. Results indicate that people in informal settlements spend as much as they earn or even more on short term basis. Therefore, they cannot save for projects, invest and educate their children. This keeps the families in unending circus of poverty in all generations.
Development of Flip book-Based Interactive Learning Media to Improving Understanding of Statistical Material Concepts Siti Masrifah; Marhan Taufik; Adi Slamet Kusumawardana
Mathematics Education Journal Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023): MEJ Vol 7 No.2
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/mej.v7i2.28313

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This study aims to produce learning media that are practical and effective as well as to increase understanding of the concept of statistics material for class VIII students at Junior High School. The research method used the Research & Development (R&D) model with the concept of ADDIE (Analyst, Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation. Data analysis techniques used validity tests, practicality tests, effectiveness tests and statistical tests t tests. The results showed that learning media were stated to be practical and effective based on student assessments with an average practicality result of 3.69 or 92% with very practical qualifications and could be used without revision and effectiveness test results with a value greater than 75% with an effective qualification used for Class VIII students. Furthermore, learning media was stated to be able to increase the understanding of statistical material concepts for Class VIII students which was shown statistically through a t test with a P value of 0.000<alpha 5% so that it was stated that learning media was able to increase students' understanding of statistical concepts.
Implementation of Problem Based Learning (PBL) Model Using Maple Software in Solving a Trigonometry Material Problem Ni’mah, Dewi Nailin; Inganah, Siti; Putri, Octavina Rizky Utami
Mathematics Education Journal Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): MEJ Vol 8 No.1
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/mej.v8i1.28344

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This study aims to investigate the implementation and effectiveness of the PBL learning model with Maple Software in solving Trigonometry problems during mathematics lessons. It is descriptive research with a quantitative approach. The participants were 20 tenth-grade students from an vocational school in the second semester of the 2022/2023 academic year. Data were collected through student questionnaires and written tests. The questionnaires assessed student understanding in solving Trigonometry problems with Maple Software, while the tests included 5 questions to evaluate problem-solving skills using the software. The findings indicate that: (1) The PBL model with Maple Software enhances student engagement and effectively solves Trigonometry problems. (2) The PBL model using Maple Software is effective in improving students' problem-solving abilities in Trigonometry.
Development of MATLAB GUI-Based Mathematics Learning Media with ADDIE Model to Enhance Students' Mathematical Connection Ability Putra, Fikri Haykal Kusuma; Taufik, Marhan; Nadlifah, Minatun
Mathematics Education Journal Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): MEJ Vol 8 No.1
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/mej.v8i1.28850

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Research was conducted to develop learning media using Matlab GUI to enhance students' connection abilities. The aim was to create media containing valid, practical, and effective arithmetic and geometric sequences and series to support mathematical understanding. The study involved 10 randomly selected eleventh-grade students. Data was collected from validation results, tests, and student questionnaires. The research followed the ADDIE model in five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Media validation test results showed 86.5% validity, while student use scored 85.67% for practicality. Effectiveness testing revealed an average student score of 85.84%, demonstrating high effectiveness. These findings indicate that the Matlab GUI-based learning media successfully meet valid, effective, and practical criteria for enhancing students' mathematical connection abilities.
Integrating the Case Studies Pedagogy and the Anthropological Theory of Didactics to Enhance the Teaching and Learning of Algebra in Undergraduate STEM Education Díaz, José Luis
Mathematics Education Journal Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): MEJ Vol 8 No.1
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/mej.v8i1.29835

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Methodology case studies plays a pivotal role in STEM education, especially in teaching undergraduate algebra. This article emphasizes the power of real-world scenarios and active pedagogy, a student-centered approach that makes abstract algebraic ideas tangible. The Anthropological Theory of Didactics (ATD) is spotlighted as a perspective that treats mathematical knowledge as a cultural artifact, embedding mathematics concepts deeply within cultural and historical contexts. By comparing active pedagogy with ATD, the article unveils a compelling overlap that values the significance of context in learning. Students don't just engage actively but also delve into the cultural essence of mathematical problems, gaining a profound understanding. Addressing the hurdles undergraduates face in transitioning from high school algebra to university level, the article suggests activities that merge active pedagogy and ATD. This holistic approach has the potential to transform algebra education into a more engaging, relevant, and culturally resonant experience.
Participation of Math Students in Online and Face-to-Face Hybrid Mathematics Instruction Balayan, Roel; Oliveros, Rodora T.; Tagalog, Larex B.
Mathematics Education Journal Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): MEJ Vol 8 No.1
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/mej.v8i1.29954

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Blended hybrid mathematics instruction offers the flexibility of online learning and the engagement of face-to-face interaction. However, research on student participation in these learning environments needs to be improved. This study investigated the dynamics of student participation, focusing on four key dimensions: conceptual understanding, mathematical communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking and analysis. A survey of 158 BS Mathematics students revealed that online learners tended to exhibit a higher level of conceptual understanding. At the same time, face-to-face interactions enhance problem-solving skills and stimulate more remarkable development of critical thinking and analytical abilities. Mathematical communication skills were somewhat constrained in both settings, with face-to-face students displaying slightly higher participation. These findings underscore the importance of considering the diverse dimensions of student participation when delivering online and hybrid mathematics courses. Educators should provide opportunities for students to hone and cultivate essential skills across online and face-to-face contexts, thus enriching their learning experience.