The readiness profile of junior high school students in distance learning mathematics lessons during the covid-19 pandemic

Abstract

The readiness of students in distance learning, especially in mathematics, needs to be considered. If students have readiness to carry out the learning process, their learning outcomes will be better. The purpose of this study was to analyze the readiness of students in distance learning in mathematics during the Covid-19 pandemic. The research method used is a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. Determination of subjects in phenomenological research depends on the capability of the person being interviewed to be able to articulate their life experiences. So that, the sample in this study was 10 students of class VIII (eight) from a junior high school in the city of Cimahi. Data collection techniques were carried out through interviews. The data from the interviews were then analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model which consists of three activity lines, namely data reduction, data presentation, and concluding. The results of this study are students have readiness in tools or media for online learning in mathematics, students also know distance learning systems, but students experience some obstacles. The obstacles experienced by students are due to the limitations of current technology. In addition, the lack of confidence to ask questions during distance learning makes it difficult for students to understand mathematics. Teachers have an important role in being able to motivate students during distance learning and carry out learning using innovative media, especially in mathematics lessons.