Reinterprestasi Brain-Based Learning Berbantuan GeoGebra terhadap Keterampilan Berpikir Kreatif Siswa SMP
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.65475/m3vp4002Keywords:
Brain-Based Learning, GeoGebra, creative thinking skills, quasi-experiment, junior high school mathematicsAbstract
Creative thinking skills constitute a fundamental competency that students must master to meet the challenges of 21st-century mathematics learning. This study aimed to analyze the effectiveness of the Brain-Based Learning (BBL) model assisted by GeoGebra in improving the creative thinking skills of junior high school students in geometry. A quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental Non-Equivalent Control Group Design was employed, involving 64 seventh-grade students divided into an experimental class (n = 32) and a control class (n = 32). Data analysis included the Shapiro–Wilk normality test, Levene homogeneity test, paired and independent t-tests, N-Gain analysis, and Cohen's d effect size calculation. Results revealed that the experimental group's mean pretest score of 53.78 increased significantly to 70.16 in the posttest, while the control group improved from 51.03 to 61.31. The independent t-test yielded t = 4.2198 with p = 0.0001 (p < 0.05). The experimental group's N-Gain of 0.37 (moderate) exceeded the control group's 0.22 (low). Cohen's d = 1.055 confirmed a large effect of BBL assisted by GeoGebra.
Downloads
References
[1] D. Ali, Z. Amir MZ, K. Kusnadi, and R. Vebrianto, “Literature Review: Mathematical Creative Thinking Ability, and Students’ Self Regulated Learning to Use an Open Ended Approach,” Malikussaleh J. Math. Learn., vol. 4, no. 1, p. 52, 2021, doi: 10.29103/mjml.v4i1.3095.
[2] E. Yayuk, Purwanto, A. R. As’Ari, and Subanji, “Primary school students’ creative thinking skills in mathematics problem solving,” Eur. J. Educ. Res., vol. 9, no. 3, pp. 1281–1295, 2020, doi: 10.12973/eu-jer.9.3.1281.
[3] M. Applebaum, “Fostering creative and critical thinking through math games: A case study of Bachet’s game,” Eur. J. Sci. Math. Educ., vol. 13, no. 1, pp. 16–26, 2025, doi: 10.30935/scimath/15825.
[4] Ibrahim, I. A. Khalil, and R. C. Indra Prahmana, “Mathematics learning orientation: Mathematical creative thinking ability or creative disposition?,” J. Math. Educ., vol. 15, no. 1, pp. 253–276, 2024, doi: 10.22342/jme.v15i1.pp253-276.
[5] M. Muzaini, S. Rahayuningsih, M. Ikram, and F. A. Z. Nasiruddin, “Mathematical Creativity: Student Geometrical Figure Apprehension in Geometry Problem-Solving Using New Auxiliary Elements,” Int. J. Educ. Methodol., vol. 9, no. 1, pp. 139–150, 2023, doi: 10.12973/ijem.9.1.139.
[6] S. A. Widodo, W. Hidayat, R. Ekawati, M. Irfan, and S. Maarif, “The importance of creating mathematical worksheets and their impact on critical and creative thinking skills,” Eur. J. STEM Educ., vol. 10, no. 1, p. 31, 2025, doi: 10.20897/ejsteme/17487.
[7] C. Kwangpukieo and T. Sawangboon, “Fostering Mathematical Proficiency and Creative Thinking Skills in 10th Grade Students Through the 5E Inquiry-Based Learning Approach with Supplementary Media,” Int. Educ. Stud., vol. 17, no. 3, p. 1, 2024, doi: 10.5539/ies.v17n3p1.
[8] A. A. S. Tabieh and M. Hamzeh, “the Impact of Blended-Flipped Learning on Mathematical Creative Thinking Skills,” J. Educ. Online, vol. 19, no. 3, 2022, doi: 10.9743/JEO.2022.19.3.15.
[9] D. Apriandi, I. Krisdiana, E. Suprapto, and B. A. Megantara, “Development and Effectiveness of STEAM-C Integrated Learning Devices to Improve Students’ Creative Thinking Skills in Specific Cultural Context,” J. Learn. Dev., vol. 10, no. 3, pp. 440–451, 2023, doi: 10.56059/jl4d.v10i3.813.
[10] Yustina, I. Mahadi, D. Ariska, Arnentis, and Darmadi, “The Effect of E-Learning Based on the Problem-Based Learning Model on Students’ Creative Thinking Skills During the Covid-19 Pandemic,” Int. J. Instr., vol. 15, no. 2, pp. 329–348, 2022, doi: 10.29333/iji.2022.15219a.
[11] E. Rohaeti and N. Huda, “Assessing computational thinking skills of science and mathematics upper-secondary school students,” Eur. J. Sci. Math. Educ., vol. 13, no. 4, pp. 289–303, 2025, doi: 10.30935/scimath/17248.
[12] F. U. Simamora and M. B. Darari, “Upaya Meningkatkan Kemampuan Representasi Matematis Siswa pada Materi Segiempat Melalui Pembelajaran Brain Based Learning di SMP IT Al-Hijrah,” J. Educ., 2023.
[13] L. Susanti, U. Kosasih, F. Fadilawati, and T. Indriani, “Model Brain-Based Learning dan Discovery Learning terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Reflektif Matematis Siswa MTs,” Plusminus J. Pendidik. Mat., vol. 3, no. 2, pp. 317–332, 2023, doi: 10.31980/plusminus.v3i2.1347.
[14] A. A. Funa, J. D. Ricafort, F. G. J. Jetomo, and J. Lasala Nestor L., “Effectiveness of Brain-Based Learning Toward Improving Students’ Conceptual Understanding: A Meta-Analysis,” Int. J. Instr., vol. 17, no. 1, pp. 361–380, 2024, doi: 10.29333/iji.2024.17119a.
[15] S. Shahzadi, “Effects of Brain-Based Learning on Students’ Competency of Innovation at Secondary Level,” J. Dev. Soc. Sci., 2023, doi: 10.47205/jdss.2023(4-iii)04.
[16] R. Utami and K. Idawati, “Implementasi Brain Based Learning Dalam Mengasah Multiple Intelligences Di MTs Al-Qur’an La Raiba Hanifida Jombang,” Urwatul Wutsqo J. Stud. Kependidikan dan Keislam., vol. 12, no. 2, pp. 386–402, 2023, doi: 10.54437/urwatulwutsqo.v12i2.1250.
[17] A. Wilson, J. Ramanair, and S. Rethinasamy, “English as a second language (ESL) teacher brain-based learning classroom practices and perceptions in Malaysian schools,” Soc. Sci. Humanit. Open, 2023, doi: 10.1016/j.ssaho.2023.100682.
[18] R. Thapa, N. Dahal, and B. P. Pant, “This Content is Covered By a Creative Commons License, Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0). GeoGebra Integration in High School Mathematics: An Experiential Exploration on Concepts of Circle,” Math. Teach. Res. J., vol. 14, no. 5, pp. 16–33, 2022.
[19] G. Valori, V. Albanese, N. Adamuz-Povedano, and E. Gómez-Torres, “Effectiveness of Paper Folding and GeoGebra on Students’ Geometric Thinking and Visualization,” Int. J. Educ. Math. Sci. Technol., vol. 12, no. 5, pp. 1395–1414, 2024, doi: 10.46328/ijemst.4477.
[20] W. Susilawati, N. Siti Nursalimah, and I. Maryono, “Mathematical Connections Through Brain-Based Learning with Geogebra Assistance,” KnE Soc. Sci., vol. 2024, pp. 1109–1121, 2024, doi: 10.18502/kss.v9i13.16036.
[21] M. I. Zakaria, W. W. S. Carol, M. F. A. Hanid, M. F. Adnan, N. F. Raimi, and S. M. S. Azman, “Integrating Geometrical Design with GeoGebra: Effects on Motivation and Academic Performance Among Secondary Students,” Math. Teaching-Research J., vol. 16, no. 5, pp. 186–217, 2024.
[22] M. Gusteti et al., “GeoGebra Augmented Reality: An Innovation in Improving Students’ Mathematical Problem-Solving Skills,” Int. J. Educ. Math. Sci. Technol., vol. 13, no. 3, pp. 584–596, 2025, doi: 10.46328/ijemst.4872.
[23] A. Poonputta and J. Mekwan, “The Effects of Integrated Brain-Based Learning and Skills Training in Linear and Quadratic Functions Among Grade 11 Students,” J. Educ. Learn., 2023, doi: 10.5539/jel.v12n3p78.
[24] W. Azzahra, S. Diana, and E. Nuraeni, “Enhancing students’ numeracy literacy in human heredity material through a brain-based learning model,” BIO-INOVED J. Biol. Pendidik., vol. 6, no. 2, p. 257, 2024, doi: 10.20527/bino.v6i2.19527.
[25] Z. H. Putra, Y. M. Afrillia, Dahnilsyah, and H. Tjoe, “Prospective elementary teachers’ informal mathematical proof using GeoGebra: The case of 3D shapes,” J. Math. Educ., vol. 14, no. 3, pp. 449–468, 2023, doi: 10.22342/jme.v14i3.pp449-468.
[26] A. H. Rosyidi, Y. M. Sari, D. K. Fardah, and M. Masriyah, “Designing mathematics problem-solving assessment with GeoGebra Classroom: proving the instrument validity,” J. Educ. Learn., vol. 18, no. 3, pp. 1038–1046, 2024, doi: 10.11591/edulearn.v18i3.21191.
[27] Y. S. A. Mohammed and A. S. Daif-Allah, “The interaction between brain-based learning strategies and patterns of infographics and its influence on the development of information concepts among Saudi undergraduate cybersecurity students,” F1000Research, vol. 12, p. 441, 2024, doi: 10.12688/f1000research.125140.2.
[28] S. Ndiung, Sariyasa, E. Jehadus, and R. A. Apsari, “The effect of treffinger creative learning model with the use rme principles on creative thinking skill and mathematics learning outcome,” Int. J. Instr., vol. 14, no. 2, pp. 873–888, 2021, doi: 10.29333/iji.2021.14249a.
[29] M. R. Windari, J. Prihatin, and K. Fikri, “The Effectiveness of Digital Textbooks on Brain-based Learning assisted by Animated Videos and Maze Chase-Wordwall on Science Literacy Skills and Student Learning Outcomes,” Biosf. J. Tadris Biol., vol. 14, no. 1, pp. 79–88, 2023, doi: 10.24042/biosfer.v14i1.16891.
[30] A. A. Halim and N. D. A. Halim, “Effects of online heutagogy approach in learning science via Telegram towards pupils’ science process skills and creative thinking skills,” Lumat, vol. 12, no. 4, pp. 1–20, 2024, doi: 10.31129/LUMAT.12.4.2327.
[31] I. Kusuma, S. A. AM, and R. Dewi, “The Use of Brain Based Learning Strategies in Increasing Students’ Speaking Abilities at SMP Dunia Harapan Makassar,” Int. J. Soc. Sci. Hum. Res., vol. 7, no. 07, pp. 5436–5445, 2024, doi: 10.47191/ijsshr/v7-i07-92.
[32] A. F. M. Pratama and I. Ratnaningrum, “Implementation of Brain-Based Learning Approach to Increase Mathematics Learning Interest and Outcomes of Third-Grade Students,” Int. J. Elem. Educ., vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 1–10, 2024, doi: 10.23887/ijee.v8i1.73818.
[33] S. O. Sappari et al., “The Content-Validated Geometry Lessons in Islam Observed Brain-based Learning,” Qubahan Acad. J., 2023, doi: 10.48161/qaj.v3n4a166.
[34] H. Hamidah, J. W. Kusuma, S. Chotimah, and E. Senjayawati, “Evaluation of geometry skills: Integrating logic and drawing indicators through GeoGebra-based learning,” JRAMathEdu (Journal Res. Adv. Math. Educ., vol. 10, no. 3, pp. 182–199, 2025, doi: 10.23917/jramathedu.v10i3.8802.
[35] L. Anwar, C. Sa’dijah, T. Listiawan, A. D. Utami, and H. Zulnaidi, “Challenges of Prospective Mathematics Teachers in Formulating Geometrical Conjecture through Interaction with GeoGebra,” Math. Teaching-Research J., vol. 17, no. 1, pp. 7–27, 2025.
[36] S. Thonsakul and A. Poonputta, “Development of Grade 11 student Learning Achievements on Quadratic Functions Using Brain-Based Learning (BBL) Management,” J. Educ. Learn., 2023, doi: 10.5539/jel.v12n1p125.
[37] R. D. Tehusiarana and D. Rumahlatu, “The learning model of Resource-Based learning, Brain-Based learning, and a combination of these two models Resource - Brain-Based learning is believed to be able to improve cognitive, affective, and psychomotor learning outcomes of the Students of SMP Neg,” BIOEDUPAT Pattimura J. Biol. Learn., vol. 3, no. 1, pp. 64–70, 2023, doi: 10.30598/bioedupat.v3.i1.pp64-70.
Downloads
Published
Issue
Section
License
Copyright (c) 2026 Sakinah Mawadah Warahmah, Adi Apriadi Adiansha, Nanang Diana, Muhammad Fuadi (Author)
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
