International Journal of Mathematics Trends and Technology
Volume 71 | Issue 1 | Year 2025 | Article Id. IJMTT-V71I1P103 | DOI : https://doi.org/10.14445/22315373/IJMTT-V71I1P103
| Received | Revised | Accepted | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Nov 2024 | 27 Dec 2024 | 11 Jan 2025 | 30 Jan 2025 |
A key skill for learning abstract algebra is mathematical proof. In this article, we describe students’ mathematical proving abilities using descriptive and comparative methods in private universities with three different levels of accreditation. Data was gathered through testing and interviews. The Kruskal-Wallis test and Mann-Whitney U test were used to describe and compare the data statistically. The results suggest that students’ mathematical proving aptitude varies across three categories: Extraordinary, Average, and Beginner levels. According to the evaluation results, significant differences were observed among universities with different accreditation levels. Based on these findings, it is suggested that students from Average and Beginner level accredited universities could improve their mathematical proving abilities by becoming more familiar with proof problems through regular practice, increasing their motivation to learn, and being provided with easily understandable learning materials.
Accreditation of Private University, Comparison Analysis, The Kruskal-Wallis Test, Descriptive Analysis, Mathematical Proving Ability, Mann-Whitney (U) test.
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