Abstract:
This research aims to improve the numeracy skills of 1st-grade
students at the ‘Aisyiyah Guidance Center Kampung Pandan
Malaysia through number wheel media. This research used a
Classroom Action Research (CAR) method with a qualitative
approach, conducted in two cycles. The research subjects were 15
1st-grade students, consisting of 8 female students and 7 male
students. Data collection techniques included observation,
interviews, and tests. The research was conducted in two cycles,
each consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection.
The research focused on improving numeracy skills within the
range of numbers 1-10, specifically in addition and subtraction
operations. The results of this research indicated an improvement
in students’ numeracy abilities. The average student score in the
Pre-Cycle was only 57.33, with a classical completeness of 20%.
After Cycle I, using the number wheel media, the average score
increased to 64 with a classical completeness of 46%. In Cycle II,
the average score reached 88, with a classical completeness of
100%. Number wheel media proved to be effective in enhancing
numeracy skills. This media taught mathematical concepts and
encouraged students to observe and practice the relationship
between addition and subtraction symbols. Teacher and student
activities also increased, from 83% and 75% in Cycle I to 91%
and 96% in Cycle II. This research concludes that number wheel
media can be an innovative strategy to improve elementary school
students’ numeracy skills.
