Mathematical Literacy with Technology- Assisted Scaffolding in Indonesia: Camper and Quitter Students in Solving PISA Problems

Background/purpose. This research aims to describe the mathematical literacy of camper and quitter students using technology-assisted scaffolding when solving PISA problems. The Indonesian government has attempted various ways to improve students' mathematical literacy. However, mathematical literacy scores remain low. Mathematical literacy refers to the ability to use and apply mathematical knowledge in a relevant context. Materials/methods. The subjects of this research were selected using a purposive sampling, taking into account communication skills. Three eighth-grade students from SMP Negeri 2 Jombang Regency served as the research subjects: one was categorized as a camper, and the other as a quitter. The data were collected through a questionnaire and a task-based interview on the space and shape mathematics literacy level-four subject matter. The data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman’s conceptual framework, which comprises data reduction, presentation, and conclusion. Results. The results of this research are as follows: (1) subjects in the camper category met four indicators in completing the initial mathematical literacy test: communication, mathematizing, reasoning, argumentation, and devising strategies for solving problems; and (2) quitter subjects only met one mathematical literacy indicator, namely mathematizing. The alternative scaffolding provided for the campers and quitters included Environmental Provisions, Explaining, Reviewing, Restructuring, and Developing Conceptual Thinking. Conclusion. The implementation of technology-assisted scaffolding has strong potential to improve conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking through the gradual support facilitated by digital platforms. While camper students met all four mathematical literacy indicators, quitter students demonstrated proficiency only in the mathematics indicator. Nonetheless, their conceptual understanding improved through the gradual support provided by digital platforms.