The Feasibility of Android-Based Learning Media on the Topie of Earth Layers for Class VII Junior High School Students

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to develop Android-based learning media on the subject of the Earth Layers. The research design follows Four-D step (define, design, develop and disseminate). Research sample was 47 students of class VII MTS Aswaja and SMP NU Suruh Semarang Regency. Sampling technique used was stratified cluster and purposive cluster sampling. Three trials involved 3, 6 and 38 students. Collection instruments included field notes, interview guidelines, and questionnaires. Development product has been declared feasible with validity value of 4.16 (very good) and the practicality is 4.22 (excellent) The mean value of student responses was 3.69 (very good) for one-to-one; 3 97 (very good) for small group; and 4.21 (excellent) for field trials. Product has been published through Google play-store with title "Media Pembelajaran Lapisan Bumi". Product contains main menus: Objectives, Materials. Simulation, and Evaluation. Product advantages include: according to 2013 curriculum, facilitates distance and independent learning, can be downloaded online and free, can be run offline. Product limitation is that it still requires addmg a more interactive competency test. Suggestions for further research are that it still requires effectiveness testing and advanced development.