Learning outcomes of students from mathematical modeling activities on the Pythagorean theorem
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It is essential to design activities that teach students how to construct mathematical models. This is due to the fact that mathematical modeling is an important tool for addressing real-world issues. Therefore, the educational objective is for pupils to attain this competency. In schools, particularly in Thailand, however, it is uncommon for pupils to engage in the creation of mathematical models. This study intends to design learning activities to help the mathematical modeling process for Mathayomsuksa 2 students in relation to the Pythagorean theorem. There was a total of 36 participants in the study learning modeling via six exercises. To represent the modeling findings, the student group activity was examined using the protocol technique, and 20 multiple-choice tests of pre- and post-learning material were administered to indicate the influence of the activities on student accomplishment. Incorporating modeling activities into the classroom was proven to have a favorable influence on student accomplishment, as shown by the achievement test scores. This study resulted in a methodology that interested educators may utilize to enhance and build modeling activities for student growth in this setting.
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