Jurnal Paedagogy
Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): January

Development and Validation of "Merdeka": An Augmented Reality-Based Board Game for Indonesian History Learning

Dewi, Grace Levina (Unknown)
Setiawan, Mikhael (Unknown)
Prayogi, Alan David (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
06 Jan 2026

Abstract

This study aims to develop and evaluate the feasibility of an educational board game, Merdeka, integrated with Augmented Reality (AR) technology as a history learning medium for junior high school students aged 13–15 years. The study employed a development research method using the Game Development Life Cycle (GDLC) model, which consists of six stages: initiation, pre-production, production, alpha testing, beta testing, and release. The feasibility of the product was assessed using a three-pronged evaluation approach: validation by material and media experts, black-box functionality testing of the AR application, and a limited beta trial involving 24 junior high school students. Data were analyzed using descriptive quantitative techniques based on Likert-scale scoring. The expert validation results indicated a “highly feasible” category, with average feasibility scores of 89.44% from material experts and 85.71% from media experts. The user trial results also demonstrated a very high level of acceptance, achieving a feasibility score of 84.8%. These findings indicate that the enjoyable gameplay experience and the integration of AR technology constitute the primary strengths of the product. In conclusion, the Merdeka educational board game is a valid, functional, and well-received learning medium and is therefore suitable for implementation and broader dissemination.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

pedagogy

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

Description

Jurnal Paedagogy contains scientific articles and critical review from research in Education, Teaching and Learning which include; 1. Formal/School Education 2. Nonformal/Community Education 3. Informal/Family ...