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Designing Pop-Up Mathematics Books to Enhance Understanding of Cubes and Cuboids

(1) * Pratiwi Dwi Warih Sitaresmi Mail (Institut Ahmad Dahlan, Kedopok, Probolinggo, Indonesia)
(2) Nuryami Nuryami Mail (Institut Ahmad Dahlan, Kedopok, Probolinggo, Indonesia)
(3) Diaya Ud Deen Al Zitawi Mail (Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Johor, Malaysia)
*Corresponding author

Abstract


This study aimed to develop a Pop-Up Mathematics Book to improve eighth grade students’ understanding of cubes and cuboids. The main objective of this study was to create an engaging and interactive learning tool to improve students’ problem-solving skills and conceptual understanding. The development process used the ADDIE model and included a comprehensive literature review and pilot testing to identify common challenges in geometry learning. The content and design of the book were rigorously evaluated by content and design experts to ensure its quality and effectiveness. Implementation was carried out by actively involving students, and its effectiveness was measured through pre-test and post-test scores, student feedback, and teacher observations. The results showed significant improvements, with a 25% increase in post-test scores, indicating a better understanding of geometry concepts. Students reported high levels of engagement, while teachers noted improvements in learning delivery and student participation. These findings demonstrate the potential of the Pop-Up Mathematics Book as an effective tool in geometry learning. However, the limited scope of the study to one topic and a specific group of students requires further research to evaluate the effectiveness of this tool on a more diverse student population, other academic subjects, and various educational contexts.

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learning media; pop-up book; mathematics; cubes; cuboids

   

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