The Effect of Snakes and Ladders Game on Students’ Science Literacy on Solar System Materials in Elementary School

Siti Soleha; Reza Ariefka

doi:10.51276/edu.v7i1.1463

Authors

Siti Soleha STKIP Muhammadiyah OKU Timur
Reza Ariefka STKIP Muhammadiyah OKU Timur

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51276/edu.v7i1.1463

Keywords:

Elementary Science Education , Game-Based Learning , Science Literacy , Snakes and Ladders Game , Solar System Learning

Abstract

The results of the 2022 PISA show a decline in Indonesian students' scientific literacy, necessitating innovation in learning media. This study aims to examine the effect of the Snakes and Ladders game on the scientific literacy of sixth-grade students at SDN 01 Tuguharum on the solar system. The Snakes and Ladders game was chosen because its visual, interactive, and rule-based nature is suitable for scientific concepts. The method used was quantitative with a Nonequivalent Control Group design. The sample consisted of 44 sixth-grade students divided into experimental and control groups. Data were collected through tests and documentation, then analyzed using instrument testing and hypothesis testing. The results showed that students in the experimental group scored higher than those in the control group (t = 11.99, p < 0.05), indicating that the Snakes and Ladders game media had a positive effect on students' scientific literacy. This finding contributes to improving students' ability to explain scientific phenomena. The implication is that Snakes and Ladders can serve as a practical and engaging alternative to science education in elementary schools.

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Author Biographies

Siti Soleha, STKIP Muhammadiyah OKU Timur

Was born in Lubuk Harjo, Indonesia, on May 14, 2002. She is an undergraduate student in the Elementary School Teacher Education (PGSD) Program at STKIP Muhammadiyah OKU Timur. Her academic interests include elementary education, instructional innovation, and science literacy in primary education.

Reza Ariefka, STKIP Muhammadiyah OKU Timur

Was born in Belitang, Indonesia, on September 4, 1994, he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Physics Education in 2016 and a Master’s degree in Physics Education in 2019. He is currently a lecturer at STKIP Muhammadiyah OKU Timur.

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