Abstract
The objective of the study was to identify the effectiveness of GeoGebra’s dynamic software application on the work of grade 8 students based on geometric learning areas in Shape and Space, which includes the topics of Pythagoras Theorem, Coordinate, Locus in Two Dimensions and Transformation. At the end of the study, researchers were keen to know whether or not there were evidence of creative and innovative features in the students’ works, including skills such as applying, analysing, evaluating and creativity in line with Higher Order Thinking skills (HOTs) in Bloom’s taxonomy to support inquiry, exploration, create and reflection within Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education. The researchers conducted a quasi-experimental study that consisted of pre-test and post-test to identify the effectiveness of GeoGebra’s dynamic software in mathematical learning before and after treatment. A total of 102 students participated in the study. Both quantitative data and qualitative data were collected. The quantitative data was analyzed using MANOVA test. The validity and reliability of GeoGebra’s dynamic software manuals and the research instruments were validated by a panel of appointed mathematicians. Meanwhile, the qualitative data was collected through teacher questionnaire, teacher and student interviews, video recording, observation and field notes. The checklist of experimental group’s works using GeoGebra’s dynamic software demonstrates that the features of HOTs cognitive skills, namely apply, analyze, evaluate, and create had occurred at high frequencies and percentages. This indicates that Shape and Space geometry learning using GeoGebra’s dynamic software enables students to create critical, creative and innovative solutions to mathematical tasks that enhances problem solving skills characterized by inquiry, exploration, creation and reflection that support STEM education.
Highlights
Migration from rural areas to urban areas among the primary guardians of the elderly deem them no longer considered safe for the future care of the elderly
This issue has yet to obtain the attention of gerontologists in Malaysia (Wan et al, 2015); the phenomenon of migration of guardians out of rural areas, which has caused many elderly people in the these areas to deal with guardianship problems, merits more attention
In Malaysia, migration to cities has become more popular since the Malaysian New Economic Policy (Dasar Ekonomi Baru) was launched in 1971, leaving an impact on how care for the elderly has evolved, especially in rural areas
Summary
Migration from rural areas to urban areas among the primary guardians of the elderly deem them no longer considered safe for the future care of the elderly. It has left implications that have led to abandonment of senior citizens in urban areas and guardianship issues This issue has yet to obtain the attention of gerontologists in Malaysia (Wan et al, 2015); the phenomenon of migration of guardians out of rural areas, which has caused many elderly people in the these areas to deal with guardianship problems, merits more attention. Before any policy on elderly care can be formulated, the extent of the outflow of the guardians should be analyzed to assist the government in identifying the true extent of the phenomenon characterized by the outflow of guardians to the city This phenomenon needs to be analyzed as the population of elderly members continue to grow in society. This article attempts to identify the extent of migration patterns of the senior citizens‟ guardians out of the area of their living quarters
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