Low Numeracy Skills Research Articles

Empowering students’ numeracy skills: Mathematics teachers’ perceptions regarding the effectiveness and challenges of Indonesian national curriculum and the programs – A mixed method study

As the Indonesian National Curriculum (INC), the Merdeka curriculum was implemented in response to students' difficulties in comprehending and utilizing basic mathematics, contributing to low numeracy skills. This study investigated mathematics teachers' perceptions in Indonesia concerning the effectiveness of INC and the supporting programs, such as the National Assessment (NA) and Pancasila Student Profile (PSP), in improving students' numeracy skills. It also aimed to identify mathematics teachers' challenges in integrating numeracy skills into the curriculum and these programs. A mixed-method study with a sequential explanatory design was used to achieve this objective. The data collection was carried out through quantitative and qualitative approaches. Closed questionnaires were explicitly used for quantitative data, while open questionnaires and interviews were used for qualitative data. Inferential statistics were used to analyze the quantitative data and a thematic analysis for qualitative data. The quantitative results showed that most teachers positively perceived the effectiveness of INC and the programs in empowering students' numeracy skills. The implementation of INC and PSP significantly influenced the empowerment of numeracy skills. The qualitative analysis provided an in-depth exploration of teachers' perceptions and the challenges faced in promoting numeracy skills in implementing INC and the programs.

The Usability and Feasibility of a Dietary Intake Self-Monitoring Application in a Population with Varying Literacy Levels.

Our aim was to study how hemodialysis patients with varying levels of literacy would use a diet and fluid intake monitoring mobile application (DIMA-P) and what would be its impact on their dietary behaviors. We developed a mobile application using user-centered methods and informed by the Integrated Theory of Health Behavior Change (ITHBC). Eight hemodialysis patients were recruited to use the application to record and monitor their diet and fluid intakes for a 6-week study. Overall, the participants had low literacy, numeracy, and technical skills. We collected the data on application usage and administered usability and context-of-use questionnaires to gain insights into the participants' interaction with the application. The participants' portion estimation skills and dietary self-regulation self-efficacy were assessed using various tests. In addition, interdialytic weight gain data were collected to assess the impact of app usage on the participants' health outcomes. The application usage patterns varied, with a general trend towards frequent use (n = 5) correlating with engagement in self-monitoring. The participants gave high comprehensibility, user-friendliness, satisfaction, and usefulness ratings, suggesting that the app was well designed and the target users could easily navigate and interact with the features. While the participants improved in estimating portion sizes, the impact on measuring skills was variable. There was also an improvement in the participants' dietary self-regulation self-efficacy post-study. The interdialytic weight gain trends indicated a slight improvement in fluid and diet management. People with different literacy skills can effectively use icon-based interfaces for portion size estimation and develop personalized usage patterns to self-regulate their fluid and dietary intakes. Moreover, they can experience an enhancement in their dietary self-efficacy skills by using a mobile application aimed at providing nutritional feedback. Furthermore, this research shows that the constructs of the ITHBC are effective in promoting dietary behavior change in a population with varying literacy skills. The target users can benefit from explicitly visualizing the relationship between their health outcomes and the factors influencing those outcomes. These user ambitions could be supported by developing machine learning models. Future research should also focus on enhancing the mechanisms by which technology can further enhance each component of the ITHBC framework.

Development of Domino Card Media in Early Childhood Counting Materials at the Pembina Metro East State Kindergarten,

The development of domino card media at the Pembina Metro East Kindergarten was carried out because several students were not able to say the numbers 1-10 in sequence. This problem is seen when children shout out numbers together, but have difficulty when asked to name the numbers one by one. Apart from that, some children also have low numeracy skills. Teachers usually start by writing numbers without introducing symbols. This research aims to produce domino card-based learning media, testing its feasibility and effectiveness in improving the numeracy skills of young children. Using the Research and Development (R&D) method with the ADDIE model, this research went through the stages of Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation. The validation results show that the domino card media is very feasible. Validation by media and material experts provided a high percentage, while trials with teachers and students also produced positive results. Thus, it can be concluded that this domino card media is effective in helping develop the numeracy skills of young children.

Analisis Kesulitan Belajar Peserta Didik Terhadap Materi Matematika, Khususnya Dalam Perkalian Berbentuk Cerita Di Kelas II Sekolah Dasar

Students who have difficulty learning mathematics will often make mistakes in learning to count and mistakes in solving word problems in mathematics. The difficulties experienced by students are difficulty in working on story problems due to the inability to understand the meaning of the questions and confusion when determining what arithmetic operations will be used to solve the story problems. The purpose of this research was to analyze the learning difficulties experienced by students as well as the factors that caused students’ learning difficulties in working on multiplication questions in the form of stories in class II elementary school. The method used in this research is descriptive case study. The subjects of this research are students and teachers of class II A at SDN 15 ULU GADUT. The data collection procedures used in the research are test’s, interviews, observation and documentation. The results of the research show that difficulties in learning mathematics include: 1) Difficulty in distinguishing multiplication problems from other material, 2) Student’s writing cannot be read, 3) Difficulty doing calculations in solving multiplication problems. Internal factors include: 1) Lack of enthusiasm for studying, 2) Low numeracy skills and difficulty understanding questions, 3) Not focusing on studying. External factors include: 1) Lack of attention from parents, 2) Often asking students to memorize multiplication, 3) Not using interesting learning media in teaching.

PENDAMPINGAN MAHASISWA PROGRAM KAMPUS MENGAJAR ANGKATAN 7 DALAM UPAYA PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN LITERASI DAN NUMERASI DI SDN 3 REJOTANGAN KABUPATEN TULUNGAGUNG

The Campus Teaching Batch 7 program aims to improve students' literacy and numeracy skills through student mentoring at SDN 3 Rejotangan, Tulungagung Regency. This activity examines the effectiveness of the mentoring program in overcoming the problem of low student literacy and numeracy skills. The methods used are observation, interviews, and pre- and post-assistance tests to measure changes in students' abilities. The results show that there is a significant improvement in students' literacy and numeracy skills after receiving intensive assistance from students. This program also had a positive impact on students' learning motivation, as seen from the increased participation and enthusiasm of students in learning activities. The mentoring students acted as facilitators, providing interesting and relevant materials, and using interactive and fun learning methods. In addition, the collaboration between student assistants, teachers, and parents also supports the success of this program. Student assistance in the Teaching Campus Program Batch 7 is effective in improving students' literacy and numeracy skills at SDN 3 Rejotangan. Recommendations are given to develop similar programs in other schools to improve the quality of basic education in Indonesia.

Enhancing Students’ Numeracy Skills in Solving Probability Problems through Realistic Mathematics Education

Numeracy skills can help students to solve everyday problems. The low numeracy skills of students are caused by not understanding the problem, lack of strategy, and obstacles to evaluating and interpreting the solution to the context. The teacher needs to implement the learning process by using the RME approach, which uses local context and facilitates activity to think mathematically. This study aims to investigate the RME approach in enhancing numeracy skills and to describe the numeracy skills of students in solving problems according to numeracy indicators. The explanatory sequential mixed methods were used to analyze data from tests and interviews. The research subjects were 32 Grade 8 students, and four selected students chose to do the interviews based on each numeracy skills category. The results show a significant difference between the average numeracy skills of students before and after learning with the RME approach. Students with proficient, competent, and basic competencies fulfill the numeracy indicators. Meanwhile, students who need special intervention still have difficulty modeling problems into mathematical representations, incorrectly use the concept of probability, have inappropriate problem-solving strategies, and cannot interpret mathematical solutions in the form of arguments.

Improving students' literacy and numeracy skills at Sekolah Dasar Negeri 1 Liabuku, Baubau City

This community service activity is based on the low numeracy and literacy skills of students at SD Negeri 1 Liabuku, Baubau City. The aim of this service is to explore and enhance students' literacy and numeracy skills. The participants in this PKM activity were students from SD Negeri 1 Liabuku, Baubau City. This service activity takes the form of tutoring, which aims to improve and familiarize children with literacy and numeracy. The activity is implemented in three stages: the planning stage, implementation stage, and evaluation stage. The result of this service is a comprehensive and structured numeracy and literacy program at SD Negeri 1 Liabuku, Baubau City. The implementation of the program is aligned with three stages: habituation, development, and learning. Using a learning-through-play model and learning media, students' numeracy and literacy skills both inside and outside the classroom can significantly influence the development of their respective talents and skills.

The Implementation of Independent Curriculum at State Vocational High School 2 Tebing Tinggi

This article discusses the evolution of the education curriculum in Indonesia from 1947 to the present day, undergoing changes eleven times to align with the goals outlined in Law Number 20 of 2003. The shift from the 2013 curriculum to the independent curriculum was prompted by challenges such as low literacy and numeracy skills of students, highlighted by the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) study in 2018. The Covid-19 pandemic further emphasized the need for curriculum changes to recover from learning loss. The independent curriculum provides schools, especially students, the freedom to choose based on their needs, focusing on freedom and creative thinking. The study employs a qualitative research approach with a case study design, conducted from October 2023 to December 2023. The object is the implementation of the independent curriculum at SMK Negeri 2 Tebing Tinggi, and the subjects include two lead teachers and one curriculum teacher. Data collection involves interviews, direct observation, and documentation of relevant materials. The independent curriculum at SMK Negeri 2 Tebing Tinggi focuses on fostering independent and self-reliant students. The implementation involves various stages, including participation in training activities, workshops, and self-training through the Merdeka Mengajar Platform. Challenges include changing regulations, low teacher experience, and limited facilities. Challenges in the implementation include changing regulations, low teacher experience, limited references, digital access limitations, and inadequate facilities. Despite challenges, SMK Negeri 2 Tebing Tinggi has been successful in implementing the independent curriculum, focusing on intracurricular, curricular, and extracurricular learning principles.

A Practical Significance Bias in Laypeople’s Evaluation of Scientific Findings

People often rely on scientific findings to help them make decisions—however, failing to report effect magnitudes might lead to a potential bias in assuming findings are practically significant. Across two online studies (Prolific; N = 800), we measured U.S. adults’ endorsements of expensive interventions described in media reports that led to effects that were small, large, or of unreported magnitude between groups. Participants who viewed interventions with unreported effect magnitudes were more likely to endorse interventions compared with those who viewed interventions with small effects and were just as likely to endorse interventions as those who viewed interventions with large effects, suggesting a practical significance bias. When effect magnitudes were reported, participants on average adjusted their evaluations accordingly. However, some individuals, such as those with low numeracy skills, were more likely than others to act on small effects, even when explicitly prompted to first consider the meaningfulness of the effect.

Analysis of the Impact of ChatGPT Usage in Direct Current Physics Material on Enhancing Students' Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) during the Merdeka Belajar

This study examines the influence of using ChatGPT to enhance students' higher-order thinking Skills (HOTS), particularly within the context of the "Merdeka Belajar" (Freedom to Learn) era in Indonesia. This inquiry arises from Indonesian students' low literacy and numeracy skills, as indicated by the PISA assessment. Employing a quasi-experimental method, the research analyzes the changes in students' HOTS before and after the ChatGPT-assisted instruction intervention within the "Merdeka Belajar" curriculum framework. The study's findings reveal a significant improvement in students' HOTS within the experimental group that utilized ChatGPT, as compared to the control group. Data analysis underscores the positive impact of integrating ChatGPT into "Merdeka Belajar"-based teaching methods, substantially enhancing students' HOTS. These results align with prior literature highlighting the role of AI technology in advancing education and fostering higher-order thinking abilities. It is imperative to consider that the effective utilization of AI technology should be complemented by appropriate teaching approaches to prepare students for future challenges. The implications of this research indicate that ChatGPT can be considered an innovative strategy to support Merdeka Belajar-based learning in Indonesia.

PENGARUH PENGGUNAAN MEDIA CORONG HITUNG TERHADAP KETERAMPILAN BERHITUNG SISWA KELAS II SD NEGERI DI SALAH SATU KECAMATAN KELAPA

This research is prompted by the low numeracy skills in multiplication lesson with evidence of student learning outcomes that are still much below average. From this problem, the researcher used the counting funnel media on the numeracy skills of second-grade students of SD Negeri near of district Kelapa. This study aimed to determine the effect of using funnel counting media on students' counting skills in class II SD Negeri near of district Kelapa. This research is experimental research, namely quasi-experimental design, with a nonequivalent control design. The data collecting technique was a test. The data collection in this study is in the form of written essay questions. The sampling technique was a saturated sampling with a total sample of 42 students divided between the experimental class of 21 students and the control class of 21 students. The results of this study indicate that from the results of data analysis, the average value of the experimental class is 79.286 and the average value of the control class is 61.429. From the results of the hypothesis test, it was obtained that tcount is greater than ttable (5.546 > 2.021), that indicates the Ha was accepted. Thus it can be concluded that there is an effect of using the counting funnel media on the numeracy skills of second-grade students of SD Negeri near of district Kelapa

Implementasi Program Kampus Mengajar Angatan 6 Dalam Meningkatkan Kompetensi Literasi Dan Numerasi Peserta Didik

One of the problems at SMPN 2 Batukliang Utara is the lack of literacy and numeracy. This is proven by education report cards which show that literacy and numeracy scores are still lacking. In reality, not all students are able to achieve the expected competencies. This inability to understand scientific concepts is caused by the difficulties faced by students in responding to the learning given, which has an impact on students' low literacy and numeracy skills. To overcome this problem, of course appropriate learning media is needed. Learning media is also an important part of the learning process, so it is necessary to look for creative learning media that allows students to understand the material. The presence of campus students teaching here can become partners for teachers in implementing innovation in learning, and learning models that are creative, innovative and fun. In this program, campus teaching students are responsible for assisting the school in the teaching and learning process, as well as school adaptation. Apart from that, students also have a responsibility to improve student literacy and numeracy. The results of this program are expected to increase the literacy and numeracy levels of students at SMP Negeri 2 Batukliang Utara.

Implementasi Game Math Puzzle sebagai Media Pembelajaran Numerasi Siswa SDN 02 Badrain

School with relatively low literacy and numeracy skills are an indicator of where campus teaching programs are held. Therefore, students from the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education at the University of Mataram who were registered as campus teaching participants for grade 6th placement at SDN 02 Badrain created the "Math Puzzle Game" program. The aim of this program is to improve students' numeracy skills through the application of math puzzle games which are expected to be a fun learning medium as well as improving problem solving skills, sharpening logical skills, strengthening number understanding abilities, and encouraging teamwork. The target of this program is students in grades 4, 5, and 6. The method for implementing the "math puzzle game" program uses several stages, namely preparation, implementation, and evaluation or improvement. The results of applying the math puzzle game are that students have the ability to think quickly and critically when solving puzzles, students understand basic mathematical concepts, and students succeed in applying their understanding of the relationship between numbers and solving mathematical problems correctly. It is hoped that this service can be continued and carried out more optimally in the future learning process. Seeing the aim of service through this program is very important as an effort to improve students' numeracy skills.

Literasi, Numerasi, dan Adaptasi Teknologi Bagi Guru Sekolah Dasar

The development of ICT has an impact on the education sector. In Indonesia itself, the development of ICT is not balanced with literacy and numeracy skills. There needs to be follow-up on the low literacy and numeracy skills of students. Follow-up should not only focus on student abilities, but should also be teacher-centered. PGSD Study Program, STKIP Kusuma Negara, through the Field Work Lecture (KKL) course, implements the tri dharma of higher education, namely Community Service (PKM) in the form of a national webinar with the theme My Teacher, My Hero - Literacy and Numeracy in the Digital Era for Elementary School Teachers. PKM implementation goes through 3 stages, namely pre-preparation, implementation and post-implementation stages. The training was conducted with 2 resource persons and attended by 268 participants who were elementary school teachers and students from all over Indonesia.

Penggunaan media 3D untuk meningkatkan kemampuan numerasi siswa kelas VI pada mata pelajaran matematika materi bangun ruang di sekolah dasar

This thesis research was carried out based on the existing problems in the field, namely the low numeracy skills of the sixth grade students of SD Negeri 1 Keputran. In this study, three-dimensional media were used in the subject matter of mathematics in geometric shapes. This study used the Classroom Action Research (CAR) method with a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection techniques used in this study are: observation, interviews, documentation and tests. The results of this study indicate a fairly good increase in each cycle. In cycle I, the percentage of student completeness was 54.54% of a total of 22 students. In the implementation of cycle II, the percentage of student completeness was 68.18% of a total of 21 students. Cycle III obtained the results of the percentage of student completeness of 90.90% of a total of 22 students

Development of Algebra Test Problems Based on Minimum Competency Assessment (MCA) for Junior High School

The Minimum Competency Assessment (MCA) is one of the components of the National Assessment (NA) in Indonesia, which aims to measure students' cognitive abilities, including numeracy skills. Students with low numeracy skills can be affected by not being used to working on MCA-type problems. This study aims to develop MCA items on algebra that meet valid, practical, and effective criteria using the Tessmer model, including preliminary, self-evaluation, expert reviews, one-to-one, small group, and field test stages. The subjects in this study were 36 Year 7 students of one junior high school in Banda Aceh, Indonesia. The instruments used were validation sheets, practicality sheets, and student response problemnaires. The findings indicated that 15 MCA problems on algebra have met the validity, practicality, and effectiveness criteria. It shows teachers can use MCA items to train students' numeracy skills. Future researchers are expected to develop multiple problems within a single stimulus with more varied content and context; they will need to consider the novelty of the stimulus in real conditions in the field.

Video Support in Problem-Based Learning to Facilitate of Elementary Students' Numeracy Abilities Improvement

The problem of this research is the low numeracy skills of the fifth grade students of elementary school. Because of that, this study aims to examine the implementation of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) with video media to improve the numeracy skills of elementary school students. The approach is qualitative with the type of classroom action research (CAR). The research subjects were 18 students and one teacher of the fifth grade of elementary school. This research was conducted in two cycles on the material for solving math word problems. Each cycle is completed in two learning meetings. Research data was obtained through observation techniques, tests, and documentation. The data analysis procedures used are condensation, data presentation, and conclusion. The results showed that the learning process using video-assisted PBL showed changes in learning focus, learning activities, engagement, interaction, and collaboration in solving problems. The students' numerical abilities category has increased from 61% of students in the high and medium categories in Cycle I to 89%.Thus, implementing the PBL learning model assisted by video media can improve the learning process and students' numeracy abilities in solving math word problems in the fifth grade of elementary school. The implication is that relevant learning media should support the PBL learning model. Implementing PBL assisted by video media needs to be used as an alternative to overcoming the problem of low students' numeracy skills in elementary schools.

Development of Numeracy Problems with the Context of Bee Cultivation Activity for Junior High School Students

The minimum competency assessment evaluates the numeracy skills of Indonesian students, aiming to facilitate the development of personal skills for self-improvement and contribute positively to society. The low numeracy skills among students are the lack of familiarity and infrequent practice in solving numeracy problems. This study aimed to determine the characteristics of numeracy problems with a context of biodiversity conservation using the Research and Development (RD) method by Tessmer. This model includes preliminary, self-evaluation, expert review, one-to-one, small group, and field tests. The subjects of this study were Year 7 students from one junior high school in Banda Aceh, Indonesia. This study developed were 20 problems. The validity data result of the questions is 0.88 with valid criteria, and the practicality data result of the questions is 89.7% with highly practical criteria. Furthermore, the potential effect is obtained from the average student score (75.39), indicating good criteria. It can be stated that numeracy questions with a context of bee cultivation activity met the valid and practical criteria, and have a potential effect. Therefore, teachers can use these questions as instruments to improve students' numeracy skills.

PENGGUNAAN MODEL REALISTIC MATHEMATICS EDUCATION DALAM MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN NUMERASI PADA SISWA KELAS V SD 1 PEGANJARAN

This study aims to find out that learning using the Realistic Mathematics Education model can improve the numeracy skills of fifth grade students at SD 1 Peganjaran. Students have low numeracy skills in learning mathematics. This can be seen from the pre-cycle results using knowing and applying numeracy cognitive levels with 6 students who complete with a percentage of 31.58% and students who do not complete as many as 13 students with a percentage of 68.42%. This research includes classroom action research conducted at SD 1 Peganjaran. The subject consisted of 19 students, including 12 male students and 7 female students. Data collection techniques using test techniques, observation, interviews and documentation. Analysis of the data used using quantitative and qualitative data. Based on the results of the research, the results of the evaluation test in cycle I completed 13 students with a percentage of 68.42% (medium numeracy ability) and experienced an increase in cycle II with 19 students who completed 100% (high numeracy ability). The results of this study can be concluded that the Realistic Mathematics Education model can improve students' numeracy skills.

Improving Educators Digital Literacy Through Assistance in the Development of Lectora Inspire- Based Mathematics Learning Media

The competence of an educator is the main key to the success of a lesson. The problems that exist in schools partner are that educators complain about the low numeracy skills of students and the minimal use of technology in learning. Teachers are the main key to the success of nursery human resources. Teachers are required to be more creative, innovative and inspiring in designing quality learning activities to welcome Indonesia's golden generation, especially in learning mathematics. Digital-based learning media can attract students to be more enthusiastic about learning mathematics. One of the software that can be used to develop mathematics learning media is the Lectora Inspire software. In order to develop a technology-assisted learning media, educators' digital competencies really need to be built so that educators can be more creative in creating interesting and not boring learning. Therefore, a teacher competency development assistance is needed, where a forum for the development of pedagogic and professional competencies for teachers at SMPN 6 Tanggul in Kramat Sukoharjo Village. Community service activities are packaged by applying the ADDIE (Analysis-Design-Development-Implementation-Evaluation) training model. Based on the results of the pretest and posttest, the percentage of N-Gain was 76%. Based on the category of interpretation of the effectiveness of N-Gain, the value is included in the effective category because it meets the value of . That is, learning media based on lecturera inspire is effective in increasing student understanding.