Analysis of Students' Creative Mathematical Thinking Ability in Solving Complex Numbers in Complex Analysis Courses Based on Academic Ability Level
Keywords:
Complex numbers, mathematical thinking ability, level of academic abilityAbstract
Students need the ability to think mathematically and creatively when following their eyes complex analysis lecture. The purpose of this research is to analyze students' mathematical and creative thinking abilities when solving complex number problems in complex analysis courses, taking into account the level of academic ability. The research method used is qualitative research with a descriptive approach. Research participants were students in the 6th semester of the 2023/2024 academic year of the Tadris study program Mathematics at KHAbdurrahaman Wahid University Pekalongan, totaling 30 people. Subject
The research is students' mathematical and creative thinking abilities in courses complex analysis. The results of the analysis show that there are differences in creative thinking abilities of mathematical students when solving complex number problems. Students with Higher academic abilities tend to have better problem solving strategies, more complex and flexible. On the other hand, students with low academic abilities tend to experience difficulty in applying relevant mathematical concepts. These results show the importance of supporting the development of mathematical creative thinking abilities
students, especially in the context of complex numbers. The implications of this research can be made foundation for educational institutions to develop more effective and comprehensive learning strategies to improve students' mathematical and creative thinking abilities at various levels of academic ability.
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