Analysis of Junior High School Students' Mathematical Disposition Through Congklak Games in Working on Story Problems

Authors

  • Hoiriyah Hoiriyah Departement of Mathematics Education, Universitas PGRI Argopuro
  • Aswar Anas Departement of Mathematics Education, Universitas PGRI Argopuro
  • Dwi Noviani Sulisawati Departement of Mathematics Education, Universitas PGRI Argopuro

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51574/ijrer.v4i3.3525

Keywords:

Congklak Game, Junior High School, LCM and CGF Material, Mathematical Disposition, Story Problems

Abstract

This study is important because of the many challenges faced by students in understanding word problems, especially those related to the concepts of LCM and GCF. Therefore, this study intends to examine students' mathematical disposition in solving word problems related to the concepts of Least Common Multiple (LCM) and Greatest Common Divisor (GCF). The research method used was a qualitative one, analyzing subjects in junior high school. This study was conducted in grade VII of junior high school MHI Bangsalsari. The instruments used include observation, problem study (questions), interviews, and documentation. We analyze the data using qualitative descriptions to solve word problems, utilizing Congklak as an educational tool. The research findings show that the congklak game serves as an excellent medium to increase students' interest in mathematics during the learning process. The implications of this research can help teachers in explaining topics by providing learning media that facilitate student understanding.

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2025-06-27

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Hoiriyah, H., Anas, A., & Sulisawati, D. N. (2025). Analysis of Junior High School Students’ Mathematical Disposition Through Congklak Games in Working on Story Problems. ETDC: Indonesian Journal of Research and Educational Review , 4(3), 796–804. https://doi.org/10.51574/ijrer.v4i3.3525

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