Journal of Educational Sciences
Vol. 10 No. 7 (2026): Journal of Educational Sciences

3D-Based Solar System Learning Media Design to Improve Students’ Conceptual Understanding in IPAS Learning

Hadi Pranata (Department of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Teacher Education, Faculty of Tarbiyah, At-Taqwa Islamic Institute, Bondowoso, 68217, Indonesia)
Muhammad Ikrom Karyodiputro (Department of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Teacher Education, Faculty of Tarbiyah, At-Taqwa Islamic Institute, Bondowoso, 68217, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Jul 2026

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of concrete 3D-based solar system learning media in improving elementary students’ conceptual understanding in Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) learning. The novelty of this study lies in using a simple physical 3D solar system model, while previous studies mostly focused on digital media or augmented reality. This study was conducted at SDN Tenggarang 1 using a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental method and a non-equivalent control group design. The sample consisted of 50 sixth-grade students, divided into an experimental class and a control class, each consisting of 25 students. Data were collected through conceptual understanding tests before and after learning. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, normality test, homogeneity test, paired sample t-test, independent sample t-test, and N-Gain analysis. The results showed that the experimental class mean score increased from 59.96 to 83.40, while the control class increased from 61.52 to 74.44. The independent sample t-test showed a significant difference between both classes, with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05. The experimental class N-Gain reached 57.89%, categorized as moderately effective. Therefore, this media can be a practical alternative for elementary teachers, especially in schools with limited digital facilities.

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Journal Info

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JES

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Religion Humanities Education Library & Information Science Other

Description

JES publishes original articles on the latest issues and trends occurring regionally and internationally in the educational sciences with the aim to advance our knowledge both in term of theory and practice. Moreover, this journal also covers the issues concerned with the following special sections: ...