Enhancing 4th-grade Students’ Interest and Science Learning Outcomes through Differentiated Learning: A Quasi-Experimental Study at SD Muhammadiyah Kleco Kotagede, Yogyakarta

Iim; Ika Maryani; Suparman; Sugesty Linda Kuswana

doi:10.56741/jpes.v4i01.875

Authors

Iim Universitas Ahmad Dahlan
Ika Maryani
ika.maryani@pgsd.uad.ac.id
Universitas Ahmad Dahlan https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7154-2902
Suparman Universitas Ahmad Dahlan https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5526-6285
Sugesty Linda Kuswana Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

Keywords:

Differentiated Learning, Learning Interests , Learning Outcomes, Science Learning

Abstract

The issue in science learning is the mismatch between the applied learning model and student characteristics, along with teachers' limited pedagogical abilities. This impacts students' interest and learning outcomes in science. This study aims to examine the effect of differentiated learning on students' interests and science learning outcomes. The research uses a quasi-experimental design with a two-group pretest-posttest control group approach. Data were collected through observations, a learning interest questionnaire, and a learning outcomes test. Simple random sampling was used, involving two classes: IV Tablig (28 students) and IV Amanah (29 students). Validity was tested using point biserial, and reliability was measured with KR-20. Data analysis included descriptive statistics and hypothesis testing using the Paired Sample t-test and Independent Sample t-test. Results showed that after the intervention, students' interest in science learning was in the moderate category (39.29%), and learning outcomes were also moderate (50%). The Paired Sample t-test indicated a significant improvement in interest and learning outcomes, while the Independent Sample t-test confirmed a significant difference between the experimental and control groups. Thus, differentiated learning has a significant effect on students' interest and science learning outcomes.

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Author Biographies

Iim, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is currently pursuing her Doctoral Degree in Education at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan (UAD), Yogyakarta, Indonesia. She is also actively working as a teacher at Muhammadiyah Tanjung Redeb Senior High School, where she is involved in classroom teaching, curriculum development, and various educational initiatives aimed at improving student learning outcomes. Her passion for education and commitment to professional development have led her to undertake doctoral studies to deepen her knowledge of educational theories, instructional strategies, and education leadership. (email: 2437082012@webmail.uad.ac.id).

Ika Maryani, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is an Associate Professor at the Department of Doctoral Program in Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan (UAD), Yogyakarta, Indonesia. In 2022, she obtained her doctoral degree in educational studies focusing on science education. Her research interests lie in teacher education, science education, higher education, and learning innovation. Her works have been published in books, articles, and proceedings at national and national level. (email: ika.maryani@pgsd.uad.ac.id).

Suparman, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is a senior academic and Professor of Applied Mathematics at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan (UAD), Yogyakarta, Indonesia. He is widely recognized for his contributions to mathematics education and the application of mathematics in solving real-world educational problems. With a career spanning several decades, he has mentored countless students and contributed to the development of innovative teaching methods in mathematics. His research interests include mathematical modeling, problem-solving strategies, curriculum development in math education, and digital tools for teaching mathematics. (email: suparman@pmat.uad.ac.id).

Sugesty Linda Kuswana, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

is an undergraduate student in the Elementary School Teacher Education Department at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan (UAD), Yogyakarta, Indonesia. In addition to her academic pursuits, she began her professional teaching career in 2024 as a full-time teacher at Muhammadiyah Pakem 2 Elementary School, located in Sleman, Yogyakarta. She is particularly interested in early childhood development, inclusive education, and integrating technology into primary school classrooms. (email: sugesty2000005036@webmail.uad.ac.id).

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