Humanistic mathematics learning in a scientific approach: What and how to implement it?

The purpose of this research is to describe what is meant by humanistic mathematics learning in a scientific approach and how to implement it. This research uses a literature study. Researchers examine ideas/concepts about humanistic learning and combine them with a scientific approach. Humanistic mathematics learning in a scientific approach is a learning innovation that can create a comfortable learning atmosphere and enable students to study mathematics with enthusiasm. Researchers conclude that humanistic learning in a scientific approach has the following learning steps. First, the teacher provides motivates the beauty and usefulness of mathematics in everyday life. Second, in observing activities, students make observations based on a harmonious relationship between teacher-student and student-student. Third, in questioning activities, the teacher provides opportunities to all students, regardless of differences. Fourth, in gathering information, activities are carried out based on trust from teachers to students. Fifth, in the process of reasoning, activities are carried out with mutual respect for the opinions of group members and teachers to maintain the stability of the spirit of student discussion. Sixth, students present the results of the discussion and get appreciation from the teacher.