Systematic Literature Review: Character Education Approach to Improve Students' Creative Thinking Skills in Mathematics Learning
Keywords:
Character Education, Creative Thinking, Educational Interventions, Mathematics Learning, Systematic Literature ReviewAbstract
This study aims to explore the character education approach in improving students' creative thinking skills in mathematics learning through a systematic literature review (SLR). The method used follows the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis) stage, starting with the identification of 500 articles published in Indonesian scientific journals between 2010 and May 2025. After a screening and inclusion process, 50 relevant articles were selected for in-depth analysis. These articles are grouped based on research approaches, educational context, learning outcomes, theories used, types of interventions, and evaluations and assessments applied. The results of the study show that integrating character education into mathematics instruction significantly enhances students' creative thinking skills. Approaches used in the intervention include character development, collaborative learning, and project-based learning. Character education, with an emphasis on moral and ethical values, has been shown to strengthen students' creativity in solving math problems. These findings underscore the need to develop learning models that effectively combine character education theory with creativity. In addition, it is recommended to conduct further research exploring the relationship between character education and increased creative thinking, particularly in the context of mathematics learning, future research should focus on developing instructional tasks that foster creative thinking within the framework of character education. Longitudinal studies are recommended to assess the lasting impact of such interventions. Additionally, there is a need for more holistic evaluation methods that capture not only academic achievement but also the integrated development of students' character and creativity. This study contributes to the advancement of innovative and effective educational practices by highlighting the central role of creative thinking in mathematics education.
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