The impact of problem-based learning toward enhancing mathematical thinking: A meta-analysis study

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Dadang Juandi, Maximus Tamur

2021 Journal of Engineering Science and Technology Vol. 16 Issue 4 Article Cited by 14 SDG 4 Quartile

Abstract

This study aims to analyse the application of Problem Based Learning (PBL) in improving problem solving skills, literacy, communication, critical thinking, and creative thinking in mathematics. This study used a meta-analysis method by analysing 114 primary studies that met the inclusion criteria. Search data using online databases such as ERIC and Google Scholar, Comprehensive Meta- Analysis (CMA) program as analysis tools. The results of the study found that the PBL effect size of the total experimental results was generally categorized as having a large effect on the quality of improving mathematical thinking. The moderator variables considered in this study play a significant role in explaining the variables of the primary study. Statistically this study proves that the Hawthorne effect, level, and sample size affect the effectiveness of PBL on mathematical thinking skills. These findings can assist educators in designing classroom settings to improve students' mathematical thinking skills. © School of Engineering, Taylor's University.

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Departemen Pendidikan Matematika, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Bandung, Indonesia; Universitas Katolik Indonesia Santu Paulus, Ruteng, Indonesia

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