Analysis of students’ creative thinking ability in solving quadrilateral mathematical problems

Wharyanti Ika Purwaningsih; Riawan Yudi Purwoko

doi:10.30821/axiom.v14i2.26716

Analysis of students’ creative thinking ability in solving quadrilateral mathematical problems

Wharyanti Ika Purwaningsih, Riawan Yudi Purwoko

Abstract

This study aims to analyse the creative thinking abilities of eighth-grade junior high school students in solving mathematical problems related to quadrilaterals. The study employed a qualitative exploratory descriptive design with purposive sampling, involving two students with high mathematical ability. The test instruments were validated by mathematics education experts to ensure content validity and alignment with creative thinking indicators. Data were collected through problem-solving tests, in-depth interviews, and field notes, and were analysed using the Miles and Huberman model, which consists of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that both students met all indicators of creative thinking—fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration—by generating multiple alternative solutions, using varied strategies, and presenting unique and detailed answers. These findings indicate strong creative thinking skills in solving non-routine mathematical problems and suggest that future research should involve a larger and more diverse sample, explore different mathematical topics or educational levels, and employ experimental approaches to further examine strategies for enhancing students’ creative thinking skills.

Keywords

Creative thinking; Junior high school; Mathematical problems; Problem-solving; Quadrilateral

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.30821/axiom.v14i2.26716