Edumatsains
Vol 10 No 3 (2026): January

PEDAGOGICAL DESIGN OF DIGITAL EDUCATIONAL GAMES FOR IMPROVING STUDENTS’ MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS UNDERSTANDING : A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

Ni Ketut Arum (Master’s Program in Mathematics Education, Ganesha University)
I Gede Suweken (Ganesha University)
I Made Ardana (Ganesha University)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jan 2026

Abstract

The use of digital educational games has become a significant trend in 21st-century learning. Integrating technology into instructional activities offers a promising approach to mathematics education, particularly in enhancing students’ understanding of mathematical concepts. This study aims to analyze how the development of digital educational games can improve students’ conceptual understanding in research conducted between 2015 and 2025. Employing a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) with the PRISMA model, this study utilized the Publish or Perish 8 application to retrieve relevant articles from Scopus and Google Scholar. An analysis of 14 selected studies indicates that the development of digital educational games has a positive impact on students’ understanding of mathematical concepts. However, supporting factors such as game pedagogical design, the validity and practicality of digital educational games as instructional media must be carefully considered. Adhering to sound game-design principles is essential for creating a competitive and enjoyable learning environment that fosters students’ motivation and interest, which in turn enhances their conceptual understanding. Emotional aspects such as feelings of enjoyment, challenge, and pride after completing tasks within the game also show positive correlations with learning outcomes.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

edumatsains

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Subject

Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Chemistry Education Mathematics Physics

Description

Jurnal EduMatSains merupakan wadah untuk menampung dan mempublikasikan hasil karya baik berupa hasil penelitian maupun kajian teori yang original dalam ruang lingkup pendidikan matematika dan pendidikan sains (fisika, kimia, biologi) serta ilmu matematika dan ilmu sains (fisika, kimia, biologi) bagi ...