The Effect of Realistic Mathematics Education on the Mathematical Problem-Solving Ability of Fifth-Grade Students at SD 21 Banda Aceh

Authors

  • Zikra Hayati Islamic Elementary School Teacher Education, Faculty of Education and Teacher Training, UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh
  • Indah Razia Islamic Elementary School Teacher Education, Faculty of Education and Teacher Training, UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh
  • Fakhri Yacob Guidance and Counseling Department, Faculty of Education and Teacher Training, UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh

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https://doi.org/10.32678/primary.v18i1.12736
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Realistic Mathematics Education, problem-solving ability, contextual mathematics learning

Abstract

This research to examine the effect of implementing the Realistic Mathematics Education (RME) model on students' mathematical problem-solving abilities. This research employs a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design, specifically a control group pretest–posttest design. The sampling technique used is random sampling. The population of this study consisted of fifth-grade students, while the sample consisted of two groups: an experimental group consisting of 17 students taught using the RME model, and a control group consisting of 17 students taught using conventional instruction. Data were collected using a mathematical problem-solving ability test. Data analysis was conducted using an independent sample t-test with the assistance of SPSS version 26 for Windows. The results indicate a significant difference between the group that received the RME treatment and the group that received conventional instruction, with a significance value of 0.003 < 0.05. This finding demonstrates that the implementation of the RME model has a significant effect on improving students' mathematical problem-solving abilities. Therefore, the RME model can serve as an effective alternative instructional approach to enhance problem-solving skills among elementary school students.

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2026-07-02

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Hayati, Z., Razia, I., & Yacob, F. (2026). The Effect of Realistic Mathematics Education on the Mathematical Problem-Solving Ability of Fifth-Grade Students at SD 21 Banda Aceh. Primary : Jurnal Keilmuan Dan Kependidikan Dasar, 18(1), 99–114. https://doi.org/10.32678/primary.v18i1.12736

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Vol. 18 No. 1 (2026): Juni 2026

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