Analysis of Students Mathematical Problem Solving Ability in Graph Applications Learning using the MEAs approach
Nurlaili (a*), Utti Marina Rifanti (b), Ridho Ananda (c)

a), b) Faculty of Telecommunication and Electrical Engineering, Institut Teknologi Telkom Purwokerto
Jalan D.I. Panjaitan 128, Purwokerto 53147, Indonesia
*nurlaili[at]ittelkom-pwt.ac.id
c) Faculty of Industrial Engineering and Design, Institut Teknologi Telkom Purwokerto
Jalan D.I. Panjaitan 128, Purwokerto 53147, Indonesia

Abstract

Problem-solving ability is one of the competencies that students must have. However, the level of student ability to address problems related to real-life is still low. This study analyzes the students mathematical problem-solving abilities after implementing learning using the MEAs approach in graph application. The research was conducted using a qualitative descriptive approach with the subjects of S1 Telecommunication Engineering students. Data processing uses triangulation in the form of data reduction, data exposure, and conclusions. Based on the study results, the research subjects had various levels of problem-solving abilities divided into three categories: high about 34.5% - moderate amounted to 27.6% - low at 37.9%. Based on the analysis results, students in the high category do not experience difficulties in fulfilling all indicators of problem-solving abilities. Most middle-category students experienced difficulties in looking back indicators, while students in the low category did not meet the indicators well.

Keywords: Problem-solving ability- MEAs- Graph Application

Topic: Education