Enhancing Elementary Students' Learning Interest in Science with the 'Make-a-Match' Cooperative Learning Model

Dian Artha Kusumaningtyas; Septi Mirtasari

doi:10.56741/ijlree.v3i02.552

Authors

Dian Artha Kusumaningtyas
dian.artha@pfis.uad.ac.id
Universitas Ahmad Dahlan https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8546-8870
Septi Mirtasari Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56741/ijlree.v3i02.552

Keywords:

Cooperative Learning, Elementary Students, Learning Interest, Make-a-Match, Science

Abstract

The objective of this study is to enhance students' engagement in learning natural sciences through the implementation of the 'Make-a-Match' cooperative learning model. The research was conducted with fifth-grade students at a public primary school in Purworejo, Indonesia comprising 19 students, with 14 males and 5 females. Employing a class action research design, the independent variable was the 'Make-a-Match' cooperative learning model, while the dependent variable was students' learning activity in natural sciences. Data were gathered through observation, documentation, and field notes, with analysis focused on observations of the learning process conducted by both teachers and students. Findings revealed an initial average of 48.75% in the first cycle, increasing to 75.83% in the second cycle. These results demonstrate that the application of the 'Make-a-Match' cooperative learning model effectively enhances students' learning activity in the science subject among fifth-grade elementary school students.

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Author Biographies

Dian Artha Kusumaningtyas, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is a senior lecturer in the Physics Education Program at Ahmad Dahlan University, Yogyakarta. Currently, she serves as the Program Coordinator for Character Education and Academic Advisor at the same institution. With a strong commitment to education, Dian's research interests lie in science learning, learning assessment, and school development in suburban areas. (email: dian.artha@pfis.uad.ac.id).

Septi Mirtasari, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is a student enrolled in the Teacher Professional Program at UAD, where she is honing her skills for a career in teaching. She is particularly interested in educational development, with a focus on implementing cooperative learning methods. Septi is passionate about creating inclusive and engaging learning environments. (email: septimirtasari@gmail.com).

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