The Analysis of Teachers Ability in Preparing and Implementation Realistic Mathematics Approach (RMA) in the State Middle School of Jambi City
Isna Yuliastuti, Sukarno
1. Department of Mathematics Education, Postgraduate Program, University of Jambi, Indonesia
2. Department of Physics Education, Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, Islamic University of Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin Jambi, Indonesia
Abstract
This study aims to describe the ability of teachers to implement realistic mathematic approach (RMA) learning in Public Middle School Jambi City. This research uses a qualitative paradigm. The subjects of this study were Mathematics teachers in Jambi City who were members of the Mathematics Subjects (MGMP) group of 25 teachers. Data collection is done through documentation and interview techniques. Data analysis was carried out on the learning implementation plan that had been developed by the teacher. Based on the data obtained, it is known that 19 teachers or around 76% have not implemented RMA, and 6 teachers 24% have implemented RMA in schools. In addition, it is also known that 2 teachers (33%) are able to develop learning plans with the RMA approach with the category of "good", 3 teachers (50%) have abilities in the "medium" category and 1 teacher (16%) with the category "low". Therefore, training/workshops need to be carried out to improve the ability of teachers in implementing RMA learning in schools.
Keywords: Teachers ability, realistic mathematic approach (RMA), lesson plan
Topic: Basic Science in Engineering Education