ANALYZING THE IMPACT OF THE 4K MODEL ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS' MATHEMATICAL COMPETENCIES BASED ON A MULTIFACTOR REGRESSION MODEL
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4K Model, Mathematical Competency, Pedagogy, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Creativity, Communication, Educational Innovation.Abstract
In the landscape of 21st-century education, mathematical proficiency is no longer defined solely by arithmetic speed but by integrated cognitive and social competencies. This study examines the influence of the 4K model—Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication, and Collaboration—on the mathematical achievement of secondary school students. Utilizing a multifactor analytical approach, the research evaluates how these four distinct yet interrelated skills contribute to solving complex mathematical problems. Data gathered from two hundred and fifty students suggest that while all four components are positive predictors of success, Critical Thinking and Collaboration hold the most significant weight. This paper argues for a pedagogical shift that treats mathematical learning as a multi-dimensional process, providing empirical evidence that "soft skills" are essential drivers of "hard" mathematical outcomes.
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