An Analysis of Metacognition and Mathematical Self-Efficacy Toward Mathematical Problem Solving Ability

Abstract

Mathematical problem solving ability was required in NCTM in addition to the ability of connection, communication, and mathematical representation. In other side, metacognition plays a important role in the process of solving problems in mathematics. Another factor predicted having important role in setting the cognitive processes of students in problem solving is self-efficacy. The main purpose of this study was to measure the relationship about metacognition and mathematical self-efficacy towards mathematical problem solving ability. The samples of this study are 345 students grade X of Senior High School in Kediri, East Java, Indonesia. The result of this study indicated significant relationship between metacognition and mathematical self-efficacy toward mathematical problem solving ability. It was concluded that metacognition and mathematical self-efficacy influence the mathematical problem solving ability.