Design and Development of ExploreGeo Kit: Integrating Social Constructivism Theory in Game-Based Learning to Enhance Geography Concept Mastery
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https://doi.org/10.37934/picl.4.1.117Keywords:
Social constructivism theory, game-based learning, interactive multimedia, addie model, geographyAbstract
As Malaysia’s education landscape continues to evolve rapidly, the integration of technology-driven learning approaches has become more essential than ever. Thus, this paper presents the development of a learning kit called the ExploreGeo Kit. This kit serves as a learning material that employs a game-based learning approach to enhance secondary school students’ understanding of fundamental geography concepts, specifically for the topics of Wind Direction and Angular Bearings. Despite proven benefits and positive responses towards multimedia-assisted teaching and learning, interactive multimedia applications or learning materials for geography subjects remain limited. Therefore, a systematic design and development of teaching aids was undertaken by applying the ADDIE instructional design model, which encompasses the phases of Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. In addition, Vygotsky’s Social Constructivism Theory, which includes scaffolding, peer collaboration, and experiential learning, was integrated into the design and development process of the ExploreGeo Kit. Therefore, this paper provides educators with insights into developing interactive multimedia that foster enjoyment and engagement in learning.
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