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issues were found which were:
i. students fail to identify the correct method for different equations; and
ii. students fail to show complete problem solving working steps for the each equation.

In a pre-test conducted to determine students' understanding and ability in solving differential
equations, the Form 6AS4 students were found unable to solve differential equations. Thus,
the researcher reviewed the teaching method done when teaching this topic and the best
methods that can be implemented. The researcher realises that students should be thought
concrete materials before moving on to more abstract concepts. Moreover, there is a need
to create a simple, well-thought-out formula to help students solve differential equation.
Based on this reflection, the researcher decided to use the “KIMCI CERIA” technique to
facilitate students’ understanding and ensure that their skills in this topic are outstanding.

2.0 FOCUS OF STUDY

The differential equation is one of the topics included in the STPM Mathematics (T) Syllabus
that has been issued by the Malaysian Examination Council. The topic of differential equations
are introduced in Semester 2 and is one of six topics students need to master. Thus this
study focusses using the “KIMCI CERIA” technique to improve students ability to:
i. identify and and choose the correct method in solving the first-order linear
differential equations.
ii. demonstrate all the working steps required for each equation to ensure that the
student gets full marks in the examination.

3.0 OBJECTIVE OF STUDY

3.1 General Objective

The general objective of the study is to improve the skills of solving first order linear
differential equations using the “KIMCI CERIA” technique among nine 6AS4 students in
Kolej Tingkatan Enam Desa Mahkota (KTEDM).

3.2 Specific Objectives

The study aims to address two specific objectives which are:
2.1.1 to improve students’ ability to determine the correct method to solve the first-order
linear differential equations
2.1.2 to increase students’ ability to demonstrate the proper working steps required for
each equation

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