Research Article
Effectiveness of STEAM-Based Mathematics Learning in Enhancing Students’ Mathematical Communication Skills and Creativity
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.4108/eai.11-12-2025.2363111, author={Kristianus Pantaleon and Ferini Susanti Umbung and Emilia Stefani Nurung}, title={Effectiveness of STEAM-Based Mathematics Learning in Enhancing Students’ Mathematical Communication Skills and Creativity}, proceedings={Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Education, Humanities, Health and Agriculture, ICEHHA 2025, 11-12 December 2025, Ruteng, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia}, publisher={EAI}, proceedings_a={ICEHHA}, year={2026}, month={5}, keywords={STEAM-Based Learning Mathematical Communication Mathematical Creativity}, doi={10.4108/eai.11-12-2025.2363111} }- Kristianus Pantaleon
Ferini Susanti Umbung
Emilia Stefani Nurung
Year: 2026
Effectiveness of STEAM-Based Mathematics Learning in Enhancing Students’ Mathematical Communication Skills and Creativity
ICEHHA
EAI
DOI: 10.4108/eai.11-12-2025.2363111
Abstract
Research on STEAM-based mathematics learning has frequently highlighted gains in creativity and problem-solving, yet its specific impact on mathematical communication skills remains underexplored. This gap is important because mathematical communication supports students in articulating ideas, constructing arguments, and representing concepts effectively. This study examines the effectiveness of STEAM-based mathematics instruction in enhancing senior high school students’ mathematical communication and creativity. Using a quasi-experimental Posttest Only Control Group design, two randomly assigned classes participated: one received STEAM-based instruction, while the other followed conventional teaching. The results show that students in the STEAM class achieved significantly higher scores in both communication and creativity. These findings suggest that STEAM offers a relevant and effective approach for strengthening essential twenty-first-century competencies.
