THE INFLUENCE OF REALISTIC MATHEMATICS EDUCATION (RME) ON STUDENT PROBLEM-SOLVING IN BASIC STATISTICS

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https://doi.org/10.46773/aljabar.v4i2.2185

Abstract

To enhance students' comprehension of mathematical problem solving, particularly when learning Basic Statistics, this project intends to apply the methodology of Realistic Mathematics Education (RME). This research was conducted quantitatively, with data collected through posttest and pre-test-based experiments. The study results stated that students taught using the RME method showed stronger critical thinking abilities than students taught with the conventional method. In particular, students taught using the RME method showed a discernible grade rise. Based on the questionnaire responses, 80% of students stated that learning by linking mathematics to real life makes learning more effective and enjoyable. As a result, the combined posttest and pretest tests demonstrated here demonstrate the RME approach's beneficial effects. This supports the finding that RME enhances students' comprehension and addresses problems by relating math ideas with real scenarios.

Author Biographies

  • Zahra Fauzia, UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta

    Zahra Fauzia is a student of Mathematics Study Program at the Faculty of Science and Technology, State Islamic University (UIN) Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta. Currently in her second semester, she has an interest in mathematics education, especially in the Realistic Mathematics Education (RME) approach. In this journal, Zahra examines the application of RME to Basic Statistics material as an effort to improve conceptual understanding through contextual and meaningful learning for students.

  • Rini Indriyani, UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta

    Rini Indriyani is a 2nd semester student of Mathematics Study Program, Faculty of Science and Technology, Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University Jakarta. She has an interest in education, especially in developing innovative and integrative mathematics learning methods. As part of an academic community that emphasizes the integration of Islamic and Indonesian values, Rini is active in developing insights in mathematics and its use in education.

  • Wahyunengsih, UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta

    Miss Wahyunengsih, M.Pd. adalah dosen Bahasa Inggris di Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Jakarta. Beliau memiliki latar belakang pendidikan dalam bidang pendidikan bahasa dan telah berpengalaman dalam membimbing mahasiswa dalam penulisan karya ilmiah, khususnya jurnal akademik. Dalam proses penyusunan jurnal ini, beliau berperan sebagai pembimbing yang memberikan arahan, masukan, dan koreksi untuk memastikan kualitas akademik tulisan tetap terjaga.

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