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Gamifying Higher Education: A Phenomenological Study of Wayground™ Integration on Pedagogy and Student Engagement Patur Rahman; Fatmawati Akhmad; Nurwahida Nurwahida
Pedagogika: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Kependidikan Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Medan Resource Center

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57251/ped.v5i2.1919

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This study examines the integration of Wayground™, a gamified online quiz platform, in higher education by exploring its pedagogical implications and its influence on student engagement. The study addresses how Wayground™ reshapes lecturers’ pedagogical practices and how students perceive and respond to gamified learning environments. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the research draws on qualitative data from semi-structured interviews with a lecturer to capture lived pedagogical experiences, complemented by quantitative data from student questionnaires measuring academic motivation, engagement, and perceived learning effectiveness. The qualitative analysis identified six central themes, including gamification-based classroom management, assessment practices, technical challenges, pedagogical benefits, perceived drawbacks, and comparisons with conventional paper-based assessments. Quantitative findings indicate that students generally report heightened engagement, increased interest, and stronger academic motivation when Wayground™ is incorporated into classroom activities. The study argues that Wayground™ functions as an effective pedagogical tool that fosters interactive learning and enhances instructional effectiveness in higher education, while also requiring careful consideration of technical and contextual constraints to ensure sustainable and meaningful implementation.
Strategi Kontekstual Dalam Meningkatkan Penguasaan Kompetensi Dasar Pada Mata Pelajaran Ekonomi SMAN 19 Gowa Sri Nalda; Ira Rahayu; Catherine Febrina; Nur Amalia; Nurwahida Nurwahida; Ahyar Zacky; Ahmad Apriansyah
Contemporary Education Review Vol. 1 No. 3 (2025): Desember
Publisher : PT. Citra Media Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.69875/cer.v1i3.400

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This research explores the application of contextual learning in economics learning at SMAN 19 Gowa and its impact on students' mastery of basic competencies. Using a qualitative approach with a case study design, data was collected through interviews and observation. The results show that contextual strategies increase students' interest and understanding, and strengthen their confidence in applying economic concepts. However, challenges arise when abstract material is difficult to relate to everyday experiences, especially for students from different economic backgrounds. This research concludes that contextual learning is effective, but requires adjustments to the material to meet student needs.
Pengaruh Kurikulum Merdeka, Motivasi Belajar, dan Dukungan Orang Tua terhadap Prestasi Belajar Ekonomi melalui Literasi Digital pada Siswa SMA Riya Rahmadani; Rahmatullah Rahmatullah; Wulan Purnamasari; Andi Tenri Ampa; Nurwahida Nurwahida
Jurnal Penelitian Ilmu Pendidikan Indonesia Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat, Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jpion.v5i1.910

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis peran penerapan Kurikulum Merdeka, motivasi belajar, dan dukungan orang tua terhadap prestasi belajar ekonomi siswa, baik secara langsung maupun melalui literasi digital sebagai variabel mediasi. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Populasi penelitian mencakup seluruh siswa SMAN 1 Jeneponto, dengan sampel sebanyak 235 siswa yang ditentukan melalui teknik purposive sampling. Data dikumpulkan menggunakan kuesioner skala Likert empat poin dan dianalisis menggunakan aplikasi SmartPLS 4.0. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Kurikulum Merdeka, motivasi belajar, dan dukungan orang tua memiliki peran penting dalam meningkatkan prestasi belajar ekonomi serta berkontribusi terhadap penguatan literasi digital siswa. Literasi digital selanjutnya memperkuat keterkaitan antara ketiga faktor tersebut dengan prestasi belajar ekonomi melalui kemampuan siswa dalam memanfaatkan teknologi secara efektif dalam proses pembelajaran. Temuan ini menegaskan bahwa literasi digital merupakan elemen strategis dalam mendukung implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka serta memperkuat peran motivasi belajar dan dukungan keluarga dalam meningkatkan capaian belajar ekonomi siswa.