Adaptive Learning in Digital Technology-Based Mathematics Education: A Study Systematic Literature Review
Keywords:
Adaptive learning; Mathematics; Digital Learning, TechnologyAbstract
Adaptive learning based on digital technology is becoming an increasingly relevant approach in mathematics education, especially since most teachers still rely on conventional learning methods that tend to be less responsive to differences in student abilities. This study aims to explore the concept and implementation of Adaptive Learning in Digital Technology-Based Mathematics Education through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. Data were collected from books and scientific articles obtained through the Google Scholar and Scopus databases. The data analysis process used a thematic approach to identify main ideas, recurring patterns, and important issues that emerged from the selected literature. The research findings indicate that the application of adaptive learning enabled by digital technology has great potential to improve understanding of mathematical concepts through personalized learning, automated feedback, and material adjustments tailored to individual needs. The adaptive approach is recommended to be combined with conventional methods to make the learning process more flexible, creative, and relevant to students' needs in the digital era.
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