Development of a Brainstorming Learning Model Reinforcing Mathematical Experiences to Promote Problem Solving and Connections to Real Life for grade 11 Students

Abstract

This research aimed to develop and improve a learning model that uses brainstorming to enhance problem-solving abilities and connect mathematics to real life. The target group consists of 38 students from Class 5/6 at Huai Yot School in the second semester of the academic year 2023. The participants were selected through purposive sampling and were students in the science-mathematics program. The research instruments consisted of achievement tests, problem-solving ability tests, mathematics connection ability tests, and a satisfaction questionnaire. Data were collected using a pretest-posttest design and analyzed using descriptive statistics and t-test. The findings are as follows 1) The developed SCOOTER model consisted of six steps 1) Stimulation 2) Action and Coaching 3) Brainstorm 4) Connections to real life 5) Evaluation and 6) Reflection with high quality level ( = 4.58, SD = 0.10), 2) Students post-test
scores were significantly higher than pre-test scores (p < .05), 3) Problem-solving abilities exceeded the 70% (p < .05), 4) The ability to connect mathematics to real life also exceeded the 70% (p < .05), 5) Students' overall satisfaction with the learning model was at the highest level ( = 4.81, SD = 0.29).