THE DEVELOPMENT OF MOBILE LEARNING-BASED LEARNING MEDIA IN THEMATIC LEARNING AT SULTAN ISKANDAR MUDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Abstract

This study aimed to develop mobile learning based instructional media for thematic learning at SD Sultan Iskandar Muda and to examine its feasibility, practicality, and effectiveness. The study employed a research and development method using the 4D development model consisting of define, design, develop, and disseminate stages. The research subjects involved two classes, namely an experimental class using the mobile learning based instructional media and a control class receiving conventional instruction. Data were collected through expert validation, teacher and student response questionnaires, and learning achievement tests. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive analysis and normalized gain. The results indicated that the developed mobile learning media was categorized as very feasible based on expert validation, very practical based on teacher and student responses, and effective in improving students’ learning outcomes. The experimental class demonstrated higher learning improvement compared to the control class. Therefore, mobile learning based instructional media can serve as an effective alternative for thematic learning in elementary schools.