THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE DISCOVERY LEARNING MODEL ASSISTED BY CONSTRUCT-BASED EDUCATIONAL GAME LEARNING MEDIA ON MATHEMATICAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Abstract

This research seeks to describe the differences between the Discovery Learning learning model assisted by Construct-based educational game media and the conventional learning model on students' mathematical abilities in communication and educational achievements, and assess the superiority of the Discovery Learning model in these aspects. Using probability sampling method with cluster random sampling technique, this study involved three sample classes: control, experimental, and trial. Data were collected through documentation and tests with instruments that had been tested for validity, reliability, differentiability, and difficulty level. Data analysis was conducted using one way manova test and right side t-test following the assessment of normality and homogeneity. The findings indicated a substantial difference in mathematical communication ability and learning achievements of students instructed with the Discovery Learning model assisted by Construct-based educational game media compared to conventional learning, with students in the Discovery Learning group showing higher results. This finding indicates the Discovery Learning model supported by Construct-based educational game media is more effective in improving students' communication in mathematics ability and educational outcomes.