Learning mathematics assisted by adobe flash software to improve mathematical reasoning ability students ongeometry concepts

Abstract

This research is motivated by the very importance of integrating technological innovation in learning. This research aims to develop interactive learning based on Adobe Flash CS6 in order to improve students’ mathematical reasoning abilities. The method used in this study is the Research and Development (R&D) method with steps (1) self-evaluation, (2) prototyping (expert judgment review, one-to-one, and small group), and (3) fieldtest. The population in this study was grade VII students of SMPN 2 Luragung and SMPN 1 Maleber, Kuningan District, West Java. Samples were selected through a purposed random sampling technique. The experimental class was taught using adobe Flash-based interactive learning media, while the control class was taught using classical learning. Data obtained by using the pre-test and post-test to get data on the results of increasing students’ mathematical reasoning abilities. Based on the results of data analysis, it is obtained: The development of adobe flash-based mathematics learning media has fulfilled the effective and valid criteria as suitable learning media applied in improving students’ mathematical reasoning abilities. Based on field tests there is a significant increase in the average between students who use Adobe Flash media and those who do not use. In other word Adobe Flash based learning media can effectively improve students’ reasoning abilities in geometrical concepts.