The Effects of Digital Learning Media to Improve Mathematics Learning Outcomes and Motivation of Seventh Grade Junior High School Students
Keywords:
Digital Learning Media, Motivation, Math Learning Outcomes, Classroom Action ResearchAbstract
This classroom action research aims to improve learning outcomes and motivation of grade 7 junior high school students in math subjects by using digital worksheets (LKPD) as digital learning media. The research was conducted in two cycles from April 28 to May 26, 2025. Each cycle included planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. The research subjects were 30 seventh grade students. The data collection techniques used were motivation questionnaires and achievement tests. The research was conducted in two cycles. The motivation questionnaire was conducted in cycle 1 and cycle 2 while the achievement test was conducted in the pre- test, cycle 1, and cycle 2. The results showed that there was a significant improvement in learning outcomes and student motivation. The success in this study was characterized by student learning outcomes of at least 72 and 75% classical completeness. In cycle I, the average student score increased to 71.67 with 63.33% learning completeness. In cycle II, the score increased to 83.17 and the completeness increased to 90%. Student learning motivation also increased in a positive direction from cycle 1 to cycle 2 related to attention, relevance, trust, and satisfaction. This can be seen from the results of the questionnaire analysis given at the end of each cycle. In cycle 1 the average motivation score was 62.48 and in cycle 2 it increased to 82.71. This improvement is supported by interactive features in digital worksheets that facilitate independent and collaborative learning and flexible access that makes it easier for students to repeat the material. This study concludes that digital learning media is effective in increasing students' motivation and mathematics learning outcomes, and is suitable for student-centered learning.
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