The Influence of Wordwall Interactive Media on Learning Interest in Mathematics For 5th Grade Students at SD Negeri 2 Kepatihan, Tulungagung Regency

Abstract

Education stands as a cornerstone in Indonesia’s national development, yet it grapples with persistent challenges such as low student interest and motivation, alongside a scarcity of innovative and engaging learning media. Recognizing these hurdles, this research underscores the vital role of Wordwall interactive media as an innovation in mathematics learning for 5th grade students at SD Negeri 2 Kepatihan, aiming to significantly boost student learning interest. This quantitative study employed a pre-experimental One Group Pretest-Posttest approach. The research was conducted at SD Negeri 2 Kepatihan, involving all 31 students from the 5th grade as the data source. Data collection involved administering a learning interest questionnaire, which had undergone validity and reliability testing, supplemented by documentation. Data analysis included normality tests, Paired Sample T-Test for hypothesis testing, and descriptive analysis. The findings reveal a significant increase in student learning interest following the implementation of Wordwall media. This improvement is evidenced by a p-value of less than 0.001, and an notable rise in average questionnaire scores from an initial 36.5 to a final 63.9. These results strongly suggest that Wordwall effectively addresses the challenge of low student engagement in mathematics. In conclusion, Wordwall interactive media is proven to be highly effective in significantly enhancing student learning interest. Its application provides a viable solution for fostering a more dynamic and motivating educational environment, particularly in subjects like mathematics.