Mathematics Problem-Solving Ability of Elementary School Students in Solving Hots Type of Mathematics Problems

Abstract

Students should be trained to solve problems in mathematics so that they can do so in their studies also so that they can solve problems in their everyday lives, especially mathematical ones, with ease. This study aimed to learn how well students in grade five at SDN 26 in Rejang Lebong solved mathematical problems requiring higher-level critical thinking (HOTS). This study is an example of content analysis as a type of qualitative descriptive research. Students from Class 26 at VA SDN SDN in Rejang Lebong comprise the research sample. Testing members are used for data collection. The test questions are five multiple-choice HOTS problems. Research findings demonstrate students' varying abilities to solve arithmetic problems. The students have a good grasp of the issues from the perspective of problem understanding. Students aren't fully utilizing concepts and procedures while analyzing problems and developing solutions with mathematical tools, which is an issue with regard to problem-solving planning. Students have not fully written solutions to problems from both the planning and implementation perspectives, and from the perspective of looking back at previous solutions, they have not written those solutions down either.

Development Male Students’ Skills in Solving HOTS Problem in Terms of Self Confidence

“…Mathematics can develop skills that involve logical, systematic, critical, analytical, procedural, and creative reasoning skills (Rahmawatiningrum, Kusmayadi, & Fitriana, 2019;Kurniawati, Guntur, & Sofiasyari, 2022). One of the main objectives of learning mathematics is to develop students' problem-solving skills (Kurniawati, Guntur, & Sofiasyari, 2022), so mathematics plays a major role in preparing students' abilities for further education, career development, and strengthening students' problem solving skills in the real world (Ukobizaba, Nizeyimana, & Mukuka, 2021). Math problem solving refers to mathematical tasks that have the potential to provide intellectual change to improve students' understanding and mathematical development (Ukobizaba, Nizeyimana, & Mukuka, 2021).…”

“…Problem solving as a process is an activity that emphasizes procedures, steps taken by students, and strategies for finding solutions to the problems encountered (Kurniawati, Guntur, & Sofiasyari, 2022). Polya (2004) stated that problem solving is a skill that can be taught and learned.…”

“…Polya (2004) stated that problem solving is a skill that can be taught and learned. Problem solving skills are also needed to compete globally, improve self-confidence, train students to accept and appreciate others' opinions in making decisions, and reviewed things from various perspectives (Kurniawati, Guntur, & Sofiasyari, 2022). Therefore students should be encouraged to reflect on their thoughts to implement, adapt, and modify appropriate strategies to solve complex problems (Rahmawatiningrum, Kusmayadi, & Fitriana, 2019).…”

“…Therefore students should be encouraged to reflect on their thoughts to implement, adapt, and modify appropriate strategies to solve complex problems (Rahmawatiningrum, Kusmayadi, & Fitriana, 2019). Someone with good problem solving skills can identify problems, overcome obstacles and find effective solutions to solve problems (Kurniawati, Guntur, & Sofiasyari, 2022). In training problem solving, teachers can teach how to solve problems, familiarize students with trying to find problem solving strategies on their own or teach mathematical facts then present problems to students (Ukobizaba, Nizeyimana, & Mukuka, 2021).…”

“…Anderson & Kratwohl stated that indicators for measuring HOTS are analyzing (C4), evaluating (C5), and creating (C6) . The classification of the dimensions of higher-order thinking processes is described as follows (Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture, 2019): (Kurniawati, Guntur, & Sofiasyari, 2022). Conversely, problem solving abilities can improve HOTS (Karimah, Kusmayadi, & Pramudya, 2018).…”