‘MATHUB’: Development and Usability Evaluation of an Interactive App for Learning Number Patterns in Middle School
Kenny Candra Pradana, Sri Hastuti Noer, Sugeng Sutiarso
Abstract
This study aimed to develop and evaluate “MatHub,” an Android-based interactive multimedia application designed to support students' understanding of number patterns in middle school mathematics. The research followed the ADDIE model, comprising analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation stages. The participants included eighth-grade students and a mathematics teacher from SMP Negeri 4 Bandar Lampung. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and questionnaires. The application was validated by media and content experts, who confirmed its strong visual and linguistic feasibility, as well as the relevance and clarity of its content. Student and teacher feedback highlighted that MatHub featured engaging visuals, user-friendly navigation, and accessible language, which enhanced motivation and comprehension. Revisions were made based on suggestions, particularly to improve multimedia elements. Despite facing limitations related to application size and device compatibility, the product was successfully implemented and received positively. These findings suggest that MatHub is a valid and practical learning tool that can enrich classroom experiences and is recommended for broader application in mathematics education at the junior high school level.
Keywords
Android Application; Educational Technology; Interactive Multimedia; Mathematics Learning; Number Patterns
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Abdel-All, M., Thrift, A. G., Riddell, M., Thankappan, K. R. T., Mini, G. K., Chow, C. K., Maulik, P. K., Mahal, A., Guggilla, R., & Kalyanram, K. (2018). Evaluation of a training program of hypertension for accredited social health activists (ASHA) in rural India. BMC Health Services Research, 18, 1–11.
Afonso, D., & Mc Auliffe, S. (2019). Children’s capacity for algebraic thinking in the early grades. African Journal of Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 23(2), 219–232. https://doi.org/10.1080/18117295.2019.1661661
Aisy, A. R., & Hakim, D. L. (2023). Kemampuan berfikir komputasi matematis siswa SMP pada materi pola bilangan. Didactical Mathematics, 5(2), 348–360.
Allison, N. G. (2020). Students’ attention in class: Patterns, perceptions of cause and a tool for measuring classroom quality of life. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 8(2), 58–71. https://doi.org/10.14297/jpaap.v8i2.427
Apino, E., & Retnawati, H. (2017). Developing instructional design to improve mathematical higher order thinking skills of students. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 812(1), 12100. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/812/1/012100
Arista, F. S., & Kuswanto, H. (2018). Virtual Physics Laboratory Application Based on the Android Smartphone to Improve Learning Independence and Conceptual Understanding. International Journal of Instruction, 11(1), 1–16.
Chimbunde, P., Moreeng, B. B., & Chawira, M. (2023). A Model for Developing Critical Thinking Skills in Teaching History: Lessons from Zimbabwe. Journal of Culture and Values in Education, 6(3), 194–212.
González, M. Á., González, M. Á., Martín, M. E., Llamas, C., Martínez, Ó., Vegas, J., Herguedas, M., & Hernández, C. (2015). Teaching and learning physics with smartphones. Journal of Cases on Information Technology (JCIT), 17(1), 31–50.
Hadaya, A., & Hanif, M. (2019). The Impact of Using the Interactive E-Book on Students’ Learning Outcomes. International Journal of Instruction, 12(2), 709–722.
Hafni, R. N., Herman, T., Nurlaelah, E., & Mustikasari, L. (2020). The importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education to enhance students’ critical thinking skill in facing the industry 4.0. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 1521(4), 42040. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/1521/4/042040
Hardiansyah, F., & Wahdian, A. (2023). Improving Science Learning Outcomes Through the Development of the Magic Card Box Learning Media. AL-ISHLAH: Jurnal Pendidikan, 15(1), 823–833.
Jelatu, S., Kurniawan, Y., Kurnila, V. S., & Mandur, K. (2019). Collaboration TPS Learning Model and m-Learning Based on Android for Understanding of Trigonometry Concepts with Different Cognitive Style. International Journal of Instruction, 12(4).
Kurniawan, R., Hamzah, S., Hiasa, F., & Yulistio, D. (2024). Developing android-based literature theory learning media using the MIT App inventor application. JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature), 9(1), 72–83.
Marzuki, A., & Rini, J. (2021). Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Matematika Berbasis Android Menggunakan MIT App Inventor pada Materi Peluang untuk Siswa SMA Kelas XII. SANTIKA: Seminar Nasional Tadris Matematika, 1, 612–635.
Moorhouse, B. L., Lee, J., & Herd, S. (2021). Providing remote school-based professional support to teachers during school closures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Learning: Research and Practice, 7(1), 5–19.
Ortiz-Bustos, J., del Hierro, I., del Pulgar, H. P., Pérez, Y., Sánchez-Benítez, F. J., & Prashar, S. (2024). Catalyzing Chemistry Learning Utilizing Drama to Foster Interest and Understanding in Chemistry. ICERI2024 Proceedings, 6813–6818. https://doi.org/10.21125/iceri.2024.1644
Patton, E. W., Tissenbaum, M., & Harunani, F. (2019). MIT app inventor: Objectives, design, and development. In Computational thinking education (pp. 31–49). Springer Singapore Singapore.
Pino-Fan, L. R., Assis, A., & Castro, W. F. (2015). Towards a methodology for the characterization of teachers’ didactic-mathematical knowledge. EURASIA Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 11(6), 1429–1456.
Pllana, D. (2020). Keeping Students’ Attention Active. Education Society and Human Studies, 1(2), 171. https://doi.org/0.22158/eshs.v1n2p171
Pratiwi, F. E., & Isnaningrum, I. (2021). Analisis Pemahaman Konsep Matematika Siswa Kelas VIII SMP Tritura Pada Materi Pola Bilangan. Diskusi Panel Nasional Pendidikan Matematika, 7(1).
Purwaningtyas, K. (2020). Penalaran Aljabar Siswa Smp Dalam Menyelesaikan Soal Pola Bilangan. Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan Matematika Dan Sains, 4(1), 41–49.
Ramdani, N. (2021). Mengatasi Problematika Pengetahuan Konseptual Dan Prosedural Dengan Pendekatan Antisipasi Didaktis Materi Pola Bilangan Siswa Kelas Viii Di Smp 13 Malang. DIKMAT: Jurnal Pendidikan Matematika, 2(01), 8–16.
Shareef, S. S., & Farivarsadri, G. (2020). An innovative framework for teaching/learning technical courses in architectural education. Sustainability, 12(22), 9514. https://doi.org/10.3390/su12229514
Sugiyono. (2014). Metode Penelitian Kuantitatif, Kualitatif, dan R&D. Alfabeta.
Sweeting, B. (2014). Not all conversations are conversational: A reflection on the constructivist aspects of design studio education. Educational Research: Experiments on Radical Constructivism, 10, 405–406.
Tan, S., Zou, L., Wijaya, T. T., & Dewi, N. S. S. (2020). Improving student creative thinking ability with problem based learning approach using hawgent dynamic mathematics software. Journal on Education, 2(4), 303–312. https://doi.org/10.31004/joe.v2i4.324
Taxipulati, S., & Lu, H.-D. (2021). The influence of feedback content and feedback time on multimedia learning achievement of college students and its mechanism. Frontiers in Psychology, 12, 706821.
White, C., & Wilde, L. (2024). A Resonant Learning (RL) Framework. Education Quarterly Reviews, 7(3), 10–31014.
Widana, I. W., Parwata, M. Y., Parmithi, N. N., Jayantika, I. G. A. T., Sukendra, K., & Sumandya, I. W. (2018). Higher order thinking skills assessment towards critical thinking on mathematics lesson. International Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2(1), 24–32. https://doi.org/10.29332/ijssh.v2n1.74
Yuniarti, S. R., & Rosyidi, A. H. (2024). Penalaran Aljabar Siswa SMP dalam Menyelesaikan Soal Pola Bilangan Berbantuan GeoGebra. MATHEdunesa, 13(3), 979–999.
Zajda, J. (2021). Constructivist learning theory and creating effective learning environments. Globalisation and Education Reforms: Creating Effective Learning Environments, 35–50.
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