Lathiful Anwar, Cholis Sa'Dijah, Irma Rachmah Hidayah, Abdul Halim Abdullah
This pilot study develops an innovative mathematics learning model Incorporating Local Wisdom and Project-based learning (ILWP) and does research on how the integrated model enhances critical thinking, teamwork, and creativity. This study uses classroom observations, semi-structured interviews, and student artifact analysis. The participants are eighth-grader students and their math teacher. The study involves students in local wisdom context-based mathematics activities and collaborative project-based tasks. The findings show that integrating the ILWP learning model facilitates students' critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills. Active participation, communication, and collaborative problem-solving are encouraged in project-based learning. Students' critical thinking skills are developed by applying mathematical concepts to culturally relevant circumstances. Local wisdom and project-based learning can foster creativity by enabling students to find varied solutions to challenging situations. The study also highlights the necessity to link curriculum objectives with local cultural components and scaffolding to achieve fair student engagement. To strengthen the study. Future research could explore the long-term effects of this integrated approach on students' academic performance and 21st-century skill development. Additionally, investigating the perspectives of educators and parents regarding this innovative teaching method could provide a more comprehensive understanding of its impact on the overall learning experience. © 2024 Author(s).
Departement of Mathematics, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang City, Indonesia; School of Education, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
