Abstract
This paper examines the limited proficiency to engage in programming algorithms among university students in information technology and information system in several universities across Surabaya, Indonesia. The purpose of this research is to find the most influential factor in learning programming algorithm using a quantitative approach. The research subjects were second-semester information technology students in several private universities in Surabaya, Indonesia. The research instruments were mathematical reasoning and basic algorithm programming test. Mathematical reasoning tests incorporated linear algebraic, basic calculus, and mathematical logic. The data analysis used was variant-based Structural Equation Modelling, also known as Partial Least Squares - Structural Equation Modelling based on Smart-PLS 3. With α = 5%, the research results conclude that mathematical reasoning positively influences algorithm programming ability with an R score of 0.999, and that the most influential variable among mathematical reasoning abilities was algebra with an R score of 0.732.
Highlights
1.1 Introduce the ProblemThis study was motivated by the findings of Hartati (2014)
The result of the processed data showed that the average score for mathematical reasoning was below 55
It is followed by a programming algorithm which scored an average score of 50.37 with a standard deviation of
Summary
1.1 Introduce the ProblemThis study was motivated by the findings of Hartati (2014). A review of the literature shows that the algorithm programming is a course that is not easy for the students majoring in Information System and Informatics in several private universities in Indonesia (Marisa, 2008; Sarah-Bibi, 2015; Arifin, 2017). The difficulty in understanding algorithms for students in several private universities in Indonesia is an interesting problem that requires a solution To this end, we seek to identify the factors of mathematical logic that affect the ability to programming algorithms (Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, & Indonesia, 2018). Based on the results of the national examination evaluation conducted by the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture, the national exam scores for high school mathematics subjects decreased, in 2017, 2018, and 2019 namely 37.61, 33.86, and 34.94, respectively. This value is far below the standard set by the ies.ccsenet.org
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
