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Qualitative Methodologies in Mathematics Education Research
Research Guide
What is Qualitative Methodologies in Mathematics Education Research?
Qualitative methodologies in mathematics education research employ ethnographic, phenomenological, and narrative analysis approaches to examine classroom dynamics, teacher beliefs, and student mathematical experiences in contextual depth.
Researchers use case studies, interviews, and observations to uncover nuanced factors in math learning beyond quantitative measures. Over 20 papers from 2012-2021 apply these methods, including qualitative analyses of problem-solving processes (Panjaitan, 2013; In’am et al., 2018). Citation leaders include ethnomathematics implementations with 82 citations (Sirate, 2012).
Why It Matters
Qualitative methods reveal contextual barriers to equitable math teaching, such as cognitive styles affecting problem posing (Rahman, 2014; Nur & Palobo, 2018). They inform culturally responsive pedagogies via ethnomathematics in elementary settings (Sirate, 2012). Studies like In’am et al. (2018) analyze creative thinking in arithmetic, guiding interventions for diverse learners.
Key Research Challenges
Subjectivity in Data Interpretation
Researchers face challenges ensuring reliability in analyzing interviews and observations without standardized metrics. Panjaitan (2013) describes cognitive processes qualitatively, highlighting interpretation biases. In’am et al. (2018) note variability in student creative thinking assessments across cases.
Small Sample Generalizability
Qualitative designs limit broad applicability due to focused case studies in specific classrooms. Nur & Palobo (2018) profile problem-solving by cognitive style and gender in one high school. Sirate (2012) implements ethnomathematics in limited elementary contexts.
Integrating Cultural Contexts
Capturing local ethnomathematical elements requires deep immersion, complicating cross-cultural comparisons. Sirate (2012) examines ethnomathematics implementation but notes adaptation challenges. Rahman (2014) links problem posing to cognitive styles and information categories in localized settings.
Essential Papers
Effectivity of interactive multimedia with theocentric approach to the analytical thinking skills of elementary school students in science learning
Azmil Hasan Lubis, Febrianawati Yusup, Muhammad Darwis Dasopang et al. · 2021 · Premiere Educandum Jurnal Pendidikan Dasar dan Pembelajaran · 463 citations
This study aims to analyze the effectivity of interactive multimedia with the theocentric approach on the analytical thinking skills of elementary school students in science learning. This study us...
Analisis Kesulitan Belajar Matematika dalam Menyelesaikan Soal Cerita
Dian Rizky Utari, M. Yusuf Setia Wardana, Aries Tika Damayani · 2019 · Jurnal Ilmiah Sekolah Dasar · 188 citations
Siswa berkesulitan belajar matematika sering melakukan kekeliruan dalam belajar berhitung dan kekeliruan dalam menyelesaikan soal cerita. Kesulitan yang sering dialami oleh siswa yaitu kesulitan sa...
Kemampuan Pemecahan Masalah Matematis dan Adversity Quotient Siswa SMP Melalui Pembelajaran Open Ended
Wahyu Hidayat, Ratna Sariningsih · 2018 · JNPM (Jurnal Nasional Pendidikan Matematika) · 172 citations
Abstrak. Adversity quotient dan kemampuan pemecahan masalah matematis menjadi salah satu faktor dalam pencapaian tercapainya tujuan pendidikan matematika. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskrips...
Literasi Numerasi di SD Muhammadiyah
Dyah Worowirastri Ekowati, Yuni Puji Astuti, Ima Wahyu Putri Utami et al. · 2019 · ELSE (Elementary School Education Journal) Jurnal Pendidikan dan Pembelajaran Sekolah Dasar · 162 citations
Abstrak: Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mendeskripsikan (1) rancangan program literasi numerasi, (2) pelaksanaan program literasi numerasi, (3) upaya dalam mengatasi kendala pelaksanaan program litera...
PROSES PEMBELAJARAN MATEMATIKA DI SEKOLAH DASAR DI TENGAH PANDEMI COVID-19
Wiryanto Wiryanto · 2020 · Jurnal Review Pendidikan Dasar Jurnal Kajian Pendidikan dan Hasil Penelitian · 146 citations
ABTRACTStudents in elementary schools enter a concrete operational stage, so that they need a media to be able to grasp various existing concepts. One of the subjects that seems abstract is mathema...
Analisis Kesulitan Siswa dalam Proses Pemecahan Masalah Geometri Berdasarkan Tahapan Berpikir Van Hiele
Silfi Zainatu Sholihah, Ekasatya Aldila Afriansyah · 2018 · Mosharafa Jurnal Pendidikan Matematika · 133 citations
AbstrakMatematika memiliki peranan penting dalam kehidupan. Namun, dalam praktik pembelajarannya sebagian siswa masih menganggap matematika sebagai mata pelajaran yang sulit. Bukti-bukti di lapanga...
Analysis of Students’ Creative Thinking in Solving Arithmetic Problems
Akhsanul In’am, Lila Puspitasari, Mohammad Syaifuddin · 2018 · International Electronic Journal of Mathematics Education · 94 citations
It is aimed at analyzing students’ creative thinking in solving arithmetical problems in State Junior \nHigh School 11 Malang, Indonesia. It is a qualitative approach with the type of case stud...
Reading Guide
Foundational Papers
Start with Sirate (2012) for ethnomathematics basics in elementary settings, then Panjaitan (2013) for cognitive processes in problem-solving, establishing qualitative analysis foundations.
Recent Advances
Study In’am et al. (2018) for creative thinking case studies and Nur & Palobo (2018) for cognitive style and gender profiles in problem-solving.
Core Methods
Core techniques: case study observations (In’am et al., 2018), cognitive style assessments (Rahman, 2014), and ethnographic implementations (Sirate, 2012).
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Automated Workflows
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Frequently Asked Questions
What defines qualitative methodologies in math education research?
They include ethnographic observations, phenomenological interviews, and narrative analyses of classroom dynamics and student experiences, as in Panjaitan (2013) on cognitive processes.
What are common methods used?
Case studies of problem-solving (In’am et al., 2018), cognitive style profiling (Nur & Palobo, 2018), and ethnomathematics implementation (Sirate, 2012).
What are key papers?
Foundational: Sirate (2012, 82 citations) on ethnomathematics; Panjaitan (2013) on cognitive processes. Recent: In’am et al. (2018, 94 citations) on creative thinking.
What open problems exist?
Scaling qualitative insights for generalizability and reducing subjectivity in interpretations, as noted in small-sample studies like Rahman (2014).
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