Mathematics Teachers Perception Towards their Own Error during Teaching Tian Abdul Aziz
Universitas Negeri Jakarta
Abstract
During the teaching and learning process, mistakes are not only made by students but sometimes by teachers. Minor studies deal with mathematics teachers^ errors in the teaching process. The objective of the present study was to investigate Indonesian in-service mathematics teachers^ perceptions of their errors during teaching mathematics. A cross-sectional survey was undertaken with 100 in-service mathematics teachers in West Jakarta City. A Questionnaire was developed and used in the wake of examining its validity and reliability. The collected data were analysed descriptively explaining the general views, causes of error, managing error, and experiences. As a result, most the participants tolerate their errors as it might be an inseparable part of teaching process. In addition, they attributed their error to their lack of preparation. They also express different experiences when managing error. The implication of the study is presented.
