<![CDATA[Learning motivation is a fundamental factor influencing elementary school students' success in science learning. However, science instruction at the primary level is frequently challenged by low student motivation due to the predominance of teacher-centered instructional practices, limited variation in learning media, and the underutilization of digital technologies that are closely aligned with students' learning characteristics. This study aimed to examine the effect of integrating Wayground, a gamified digital learning platform, into the Discovery Learning model on elementary students' science learning motivation. The study employed a quantitative approach using a quasi-experimental nonequivalent control group design. Participants consisted of elementary school students assigned to an experimental group receiving Discovery Learning supported by Wayground and a control group receiving Discovery Learning without Wayground. Data were collected through a validated and reliable learning motivation questionnaire complemented by classroom observations. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical techniques to determine the influence of the instructional approach on students' learning motivation. The findings demonstrate that integrating Wayground into the Discovery Learning model positively enhances students' science learning motivation by increasing their engagement, enthusiasm, persistence, confidence, and active participation throughout the learning process. The novelty of this study lies in the integration of Wayground as a gamified digital pedagogical tool within the Discovery Learning framework, providing empirical evidence that technology-enhanced inquiry-based learning can effectively strengthen elementary students' motivation in science education. These findings contribute to the development of digital pedagogy by offering an innovative instructional approach that promotes more interactive, student-centered, meaningful, and motivating science learning experiences in elementary schools.]]>
