Use of teaching props to improve mathematics learning outcomes in number pattern material in STEM village Yogyakarta

Abstract

Since mathematics is an abstract discipline, context is necessary to understand it when learning. This pilot study at SDN 1 Kentungan, a "STEM Village" in Joho Village, Yogyakarta, aims to determine the impact of stick-board teaching aids on second-grade students' mathematics learning results in the domain of number patterns. The devices used for collecting data include pre- and posttests, interview sheets, observation sheets, and other methods. Meanwhile, the small set of test participants consisted of two class II students from SD N 1 Kentungan who attended the STEM Village in Kampung, Joho. The conclusions of this descriptive study show the following: (1) the way teaching tools are used affects how number patterns are taught to primary school pupils; when instructional aids are utilized to assist students in learning a subject more easily and contextually, they are guided by more than just formulas. (2) Students perform better on their pretest and posttest. (3) Students' understanding improves after using visual aids compared to before using them. (4) Students become more curious and engaged in the learning process. The results of the study suggest that class II students at SDN 1 Kentungan benefit from the use of instructional aids, which are regarded as effective and well-done.