Mathematical problem solving based on Kolb’s learning style

Abstract

Abstract Problem solving is essential in mathematics teaching and learning. Mathematical problem solving as finding a way around difficulty and solution to a problem that is unknown. Learning style can be used by students in processing information and can help students in learning. Kolb’s learning style characteristic examined include converger, diverger, accommodator and assimilator. The purpose of this study is to describe about mathematical problem solving based on Kolb learning style. This study used descriptive qualitative method. The subject of the study consisted 4 students of National Senior High School Pekalongan which selected using purposive sampling. The research instruments were questionnaire and problem solving task. Data validity used method triangulation. Data analyses were done through data collection, data reduction, data presentation and conclusion. The results show that students with converger and accomodator learning style are better than diverger and assimilator learning style in mathematical problem solving.