Development ff Environmental Theme-Based Educational Games for Mathematics Development in Kindergarten City of Padang City Rakimahwati (a*), Syahrul Ismet (b), Satria Aditama (c), Huda Mardotillah (d)
a) Universitas Negeri Padang
Jalan Prof. Hamka Padang-Indonesia
*rakimahwati10[at]yahoo.com
b) Universitas Negeri Padang
Jalan Prof. Hamka Padang-Indonesia
*syahrul_unp[at]yahoo.com
c)Universitas Negeri Padang
Jalan Prof. Hamka Padang-Indonesia
*hudamardhotillah[at]gmail.com
Abstract
This research is motivated by the use of mathematics learning media that are not in accordance with the stages of child development and the use of manual media in the form of blackboard media, number cards, rocks and improvised media. So that learning mathematics becomes monotonous and boring for children. Therefore, it is necessary to develop fun learning media for mathematics in Kindergarten. The rapid development of technology has an influence in all aspects of life, including in the world of education. His presence becomes a positive value for life, especially for early childhood education. Every innovation is created to provide benefits for human life. The purpose of this study was to develop an environmental theme-based Maze Educational Game product for Mathematics Development in Kindergarten. This product is developed in accordance with the stages of child development in the mathematics process based on themes and sub- themes as well as indicators implemented according to the 2013 PAUD curriculum. This study uses research and development methods from ADDIE 5 steps Maze Educational Game based on environmental themes for Mathematics Development in Kindergarten are Analysis , Design , Development , Implementation , Evaluation . with data collection techniques using a questionnaire. The development of environmental theme-based maze educational games can be developed properly according to the needs and stages of development. The trial was conducted to determine the validity, practicality, and effectiveness of the Maze Educational Game product based on environmental themes. The Maze Educational Game based on environmental themes has been validated and declared valid with average results that are included in the very feasible category. Furthermore, practicality and effectiveness with an average score of 97% practicality and 93% effectiveness. The results of this study indicate that the Maze Educational Game based on e
Keywords: Maze educational game- environmental theme- math development
