أثر استخدام استراتيجيات حل المسألة الرياضية في تنمية التفكير الناقد في الرياضيات لدى طلبة المرحلة الثانوية في الأردن

Bahjat  Altakhayneh

doi:10.35516/edu.v49i2.1052

Authors

Bahjat Altakhayneh Department of Educational Studies, Faculty of Education Studies, Arab Open University, Jordan.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35516/edu.v49i2.1052

Keywords:

problem solving, critical thinking, mathematics

Abstract

Objectives: The study aims at investigating the impact of using problem-solving strategies in developing critical thinking in mathematics among (182) secondary school students in Jordan.

Methods: The study used quasi experimental methodology; the study sample was divided into two groups: an experimental group that used problem-solving strategies and a control group that used a convenient method. To achieve the objectives of the study, a test of critical thinking in mathematics was applied, and its validity and reliability were verified. A training program on problem-solving strategies in mathematics has also been developed.

Results: The results of the study showed a statistically significant difference (α=0.05) between the arithmetic means of the experimental group and control group in the critical thinking in favor of the experimental group in general and each sub-skill in specific. Moreover, they showed no interaction between the strategies and the previous level of achievement in mathematical critical thinking among secondary students.

Conclusions: In light of the results, the researcher recommends the need for using mathematical problem solving strategies while teaching mathematics, and for training mathematics teachers on strategies that develop critical thinking.

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