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Contextual mathematical thinking learning model

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Evidence · 3 claims (3 for) · 1 study (1 causal), q1 · 0 of 1 report an effect size · 3 claims rest on one study

Description

A learning model the authors develop by combining constructivism, problem-based learning, contextual teaching and learning, and higher-order thinking strategies. Its six-phase syntax runs from presenting contextual problems through critical/analytical questioning, individual and group investigation, presentation and discussion, and reflection, to a higher-order thinking test. The article states it is "supported by generally standard theories" and shows internal consistency among its components: purposes, syntax, reaction principle and support system.

Design Implications

Context

Requirements

  • Implementation follows the six syntax phases with the allocated times (about 10, 10, 30, 20, 5 and 15 minutes)
  • Teacher acts as facilitator providing scaffolding to raise students' thinking to a higher-order level

Constraints

  • Results come from one Grade VIII sample of 78 students on cone, cylinder and sphere material; the authors state results "should be validated by a larger sample size"

Target Learners

  • Grade VIII junior high school students

Learning Goals

  • higher-order thinking ability (analyzing, evaluating, creating) in mathematics

Claims

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Key Sources

  • Damianus D. Samo, Darhim & Bana Kartasasmita. (2017). Developing Contextual Mathematical Thinking Learning Model to Enhance Higher-Order Thinking Ability for Middle School Students. International Education Studies, 10(12). https://doi.org/10.5539/ies.v10n12p17
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title Contextual mathematical thinking learning model
description A learning model the authors develop by combining constructivism, problem-based learning, contextual teaching and learning, and higher-order thinking strategies.
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