Increasing students’ interest in learning through Discovery Learning assisted by Geogebra and Quizizz
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.66161/708563Keywords:
Learning interest, Geogebra, Quizizz, Discovery LearningAbstract
This study aims to determine whether there is an increase in students' interest in learning mathematics through
the implementation of the Discovery Learning model supported by GeoGebra and Quizizz. The research subjects
were students of class VIII.4 at one of the schools in Tegal City, Indonesia. Data were collected using observation,
questionnaires, and documentation. To assess students' level of interest, observations and questionnaires were
administered before and after the implementation of the learning model. The pre-implementation questionnaire
results showed an average interest level of 43%, with the five indicators distributed as follows: enjoyment (55%),
curiosity (43%), learning activity (35%), initiative (44%), and goal-setting (38%). Post-implementation results
showed an average increase to 50%, with enjoyment (61%), curiosity (47%), learning activity (49%), initiative
(46%), and goal-setting (46%). These findings indicate that the use of Discovery Learning supported by GeoGebra
and Quizizz can enhance students' interest in learning mathematics. This conclusion is further supported by
classroom observations, which revealed that students appeared more focused and enthusiastic during the
learning process.
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