PENERAPAN GAMIFIKASI DALAM PEMBELAJARAN MATEMATIKA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR

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The implementation of gamification in mathematics learning has become an innovative strategy for increasing students’ motivation at the elementary school level. This classroom action research was conducted at SDN 1 Sidoharjo involving 28 fifth-grade students and aimed to improve students’ learning motivation through the application of gamification elements such as points, levels, challenges, badges, and rewards. The study was carried out in two cycles consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. Data were collected through observation, motivation questionnaires, interviews, and documentation, and were analyzed using qualitative descriptive analysis supported by simple quantitative data. The results showed that the use of gamification created a more interactive and enjoyable learning atmosphere, increased students’ participation in discussions, improved their confidence in asking questions, and encouraged greater responsibility in completing mathematics tasks. Students demonstrated higher enthusiasm, persistence, collaboration, and engagement throughout the learning process. The study concludes that gamification is effective in enhancing elementary school students’ motivation in mathematics learning and can be used as an alternative instructional strategy to create meaningful, enjoyable, and student-centered learning experiences.