Developing Digital Teaching Materials to Enhance Mathematical Literacy in Students

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A new study by researchers from Universitas Negeri Padang in Indonesia highlights the importance of mathematical literacy behavior in student learning. The research found that many students in Indonesia have low mathematical literacy behavior, contributing to the country's low rankings in international assessments such as TIMSS and PISA. The study aimed to develop digital teaching materials that differentiate students' mathematical literacy behavior and found that integrating these materials into the curriculum can enhance students' mathematical literacy development more effectively.

Key Takeaways:

  • The study involved 309 junior high school students from five cities in Indonesia, with 53 students' behaviors in solving mathematical literacy problems observed.
  • A needs analysis was conducted involving 10 teachers, and the product was validated by nine experts and tested on three students with different behaviors (inferior, superior, and regular).
  • The digital teaching materials were found to be valid and effective in fostering students' mathematical literacy behavior.
  • The study suggests that integrating differentiated digital teaching materials into the curriculum can enhance students' mathematical literacy development more effectively.
  • Researchers include Yulyanti Harisman, Fitrani Dwina, Suherman Suherman, Hamdani Syaputra, and Hafizatunnisa Hafizatunnisa.
  • The study contributes to the development of educational materials and teaching methods that cater to students' individual needs and abilities.

Statistics:

  • 309 junior high school students were involved in the study.
  • 53 students' behaviors in solving mathematical literacy problems were observed.
  • 10 teachers were involved in the needs analysis.
  • 9 experts validated the digital teaching materials.
  • 3 students with different behaviors (inferior, superior, and regular) tested the digital teaching materials.
  • The study found that integrating differentiated digital teaching materials into the curriculum can enhance students' mathematical literacy development more effectively.

Sources:

  • Infinity, The Journal of Education, Social Sciences and Humanities, v.14, 2025, p.919-948. (https://doi-org.sdpl.idm.oclc.org/10.22460/infinity.v14i4.p919-948)
  • Education Letter, October 29, 2025, Vol. 423.