Enhancing Students Lower Mathematics Cognitive Ability Using Multi-Representation Discursive Model Assisted by Realistic Mathematics Education Approach in Elementary School

This research addresses the problem of low cognitive mathematics ability of grade 5 students, especially on the topic of geometry. The solution is done by implementing the Multi Representation Discourse model (MRD) assisted by the Realistic Mathematics Education approach (RME). This study used a qua...

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Main Authors: Tri Yuliani, Shely Cathrin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Syekh Nurjati Cirebon 2024-10-01
Series:Al Ibtida: Jurnal Pendidikan Guru MI
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Online Access:https://syekhnurjati.ac.id/jurnal/index.php/ibtida/article/view/18367
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Summary:This research addresses the problem of low cognitive mathematics ability of grade 5 students, especially on the topic of geometry. The solution is done by implementing the Multi Representation Discourse model (MRD) assisted by the Realistic Mathematics Education approach (RME). This study used a quasi-experimental design using a pretest-posttest control group framework. The study population consisted of 107 students in the Klaten coordination area, with a random sample of 44 participants. A 7-item essay-based test was used as the research instrument to measure cognitive ability. Hypothesis testing showed a significance value of 0.047 and a gain score of 62.01%, indicating the effectiveness of MRD with the RME approach in improving mathematics cognitive ability. In addition, the mean difference of 32.28 between the pretest and posttest scores indicated a substantial improvement in students' cognitive abilities after the MRD model with the RME approach was applied.
ISSN:2442-5133
2527-7227