Development of Differentiation-Based Interactive Digital Media (DIKSI) for Enhancing Social Studies Learning Outcomes in Fifth-Grade Elementary School

Authors

  • Nunung Lasmanah Universitas Negeri Jakarta
  • Linda Zakiah Universitas Negeri Jakarta
  • Apit Dulyapit Universitas Negeri Jakarta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36456/bp.vol22.no2.a12027

Keywords:

Differentiated Instruction; Interactive Digital Media; Learning Outcomes; Social Studies

Abstract

This study aimed to develop and evaluate differentiation-based interactive digital media (DIKSI) for fifth-grade social studies on production, distribution, and consumption. A research and development approach employed the ADDIE model, involving 30 students at SDN Sukanagara 01, Indonesia. Data were collected through expert appraisal, questionnaires, observations, and achievement tests. DIKSI integrated visual explanations, narration, interactive activities, and locally relevant examples. Expert appraisal indicated a highly feasible category, while teacher and student response indicators averaged 89% and 88%, respectively. Recalculated individual scores showed that mean achievement increased from 49.67 to 80.33, with mastery rising from 30% to 100%. Normalized gain calculated from class means was 0.6093. These findings suggest that DIKSI is a promising classroom resource associated with improved achievement. However, the single-group design limits causal conclusions, warranting comparative studies and assessments of learning retention. 

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31-10-2026

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Vol. 22 No. 2 (2026): Buana Pendidikan: Jurnal Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Unipa Surabaya

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Development of Differentiation-Based Interactive Digital Media (DIKSI) for Enhancing Social Studies Learning Outcomes in Fifth-Grade Elementary School. (2026). Buana Pendidikan: Jurnal Fakultas Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikan Unipa Surabaya, 22(2), 210-223. https://doi.org/10.36456/bp.vol22.no2.a12027