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The Mathematical Connection Ability in Multiplication Material at the Elementary School
Dyah Worowirastri Ekowati

Abstract: The purpose of the research is to determine the ability of student’s mathematical connection in multiplication’s material at 2nd grade of Muhammadiyah 9 Elementary School, Malang. Mathematical connection abilities include intervention, negotiation, collaboration and evaluation. The research uses qualitative approach and classroom action research. The data source is in the form of data activity of teachers and students during the learning process and interviews as well as researchers as the main instrument. This research is done in 2 cycles. The results showed that 85% of students have the ability to use multiplication in everyday life and 100% of students are able to connect repeated summation with multiplication understanding.

How to cite this article
Dyah Worowirastri Ekowati , 2017. The Mathematical Connection Ability in Multiplication Material at the Elementary School. The Social Sciences, 12: 2212-2217.

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