Implementing the TaRL Approach Assisted by Educaplay Media for Improving Mentally Disabled Students’ Learning Activities

Abstract

The aim of this research is to determine the application of the TaRL approach assisted by educaplay media in increasing the learning activities of students with intellectual disabilities. This research uses a quantitative approach with the Classroom Action Research (PTK) method with 2 cycles. The data analysis technique used is quantitative descriptive. The subjects used were 4 mentally retarded students in class V at the SLB PKK Gedeg Mojokerto. This research uses observation techniques to collect data on the learning activities of students with intellectual disabilities. The results of the research showed a significant increase in learning activities from cycle I to cycle II, where in cycle I the percentage of completion was 75% with an average score of 72.25. Meanwhile, in cycle II, the percentage of completeness showed a result of 100% with an average score of 91.