Mathematics interactive CD media based on discovery learning on congruence material and its effect on the students' generalization thinking skills.

Abstract

Technology is very much needed in learning in the current era of globalization. Technology-based learning using interactive CDs can activate students which can ultimately improve learning achievement. This is because teachers have always used conventional learning media so that learning outcomes are less than optimal. This study aims to describe the creation of interactive CDs on mathematics in two-dimensional figure chapters in grade IX SMP/MTs using Adobe Flash. In this study, the authors used a data collection method and problem approach which included: literature, observation, interviews, analysis, system design and manufacturing, testing and implementation. This research was conducted at MTs Nahdlatuth Thalabah. The results of this study are in the form of interactive CDs for mathematics subjects in two-dimensional figure material. The use of interactive CDs is highly recommended for use in learning so that the atmosphere is fun and interesting for students in mathematics so that student-centered learning can be realized to the maximum. This Research aimed at studying the students' generalization thinking skills and the implementation of discovery learning to improve their generalization thinking skills in a comparative study. This research used a mixed-method combining quantitative and qualitative methods. This research involved 68 respondents that were divided into two classes, 34 students in the experimental class and 34 students in the control class. The results of this research showed that there was a significant difference which was proven by the independent t-test value for the post-test. The data analysis presented the independent sample t-test value of the post-test was sig. 0,000 ≤ 0.05 which means it was significant. Thus, there was an effect of implementing discovery learning in improving the students' generalization thinking skills in learning by using interactive CDs on the congruence material.