The Effectiveness of Wordwall Learning Media on Elementary School Students' Learning Activeness

Abstract

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of using Wordwall as a learning medium on elementary school students' learning engagement. Learning engagement is an important indicator in the learning process, reflecting students' physical and mental engagement during learning activities. However, in practice, students are still found to be less active in asking questions, answering questions, discussing, and otherwise participating in learning activities. Therefore, innovative learning media are needed to increase student motivation and participation, one of which is through the use of educational game-based learning media such as Wordwall. This study used a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design using a pretest-posttest control group design. The subjects were elementary school students divided into an experimental class and a control class. The experimental class received instruction using Wordwall as a learning medium, while the control class used conventional learning media. Data collection techniques included observations of student learning engagement and questionnaires. Data analysis used statistical tests to determine differences in levels of learning engagement between the two groups. The results showed that the use of Wordwall as a learning medium was effective in increasing elementary school students' learning engagement. Students who participated in learning using Wordwalls showed increased participation in asking questions, answering questions, expressing opinions, and completing learning assignments compared to students who learned using conventional methods. Furthermore, the learning environment became more interactive, enjoyable, and increased student motivation. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that Wordwalls are an effective alternative innovative learning medium for increasing elementary school students' learning engagement. Teachers are advised to integrate Wordwalls into the learning process to create a more engaging and meaningful learning experience.