Analysis of HOTS Problem Solving Ability in Lineup and Series Materials of SMA Negeri 1 Barumun Tengah Students

Renni Juwita Tanjung* -  Universitas Islam Negeri Syekh Ali Hasan Ahmad Addary Padangsidimpuan, Indonesia

Abstract


This study aims to analyze the ability to solve mathematical problems in 25 grade XI students of SMA Negeri 1 Barumun Tengah in solving Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) problems in row and series material. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection techniques in the form of written tests, interviews, and observations. The results of the study show that most students have difficulty in solving HOTS questions systematically. Based on the stages of problem solving, according to Polya, as many as 80% of students are able to understand problems, 60% can design strategies, 52% are able to implement strategies, and only 36% evaluate results independently. The greatest difficulties occur at the evaluation and planning stages, which are caused by low critical thinking skills, lack of contextual practice problems, and dominance of procedural learning. These findings confirm the importance of integrating HOTS problems in continuous mathematics learning to develop students' high-level thinking skills.

Keywords


Problem Solving Ability; HOTS Questions; Sequences and Series; Senior High School Students

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.24952/ejpm.v2i2.17402

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