The Use of Magnetic Cube and Sticks Media in STEM-Based Learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)

Abstract

This research resulted in a method or learning path that is appropriate for learning mathematics about number patterns using magnetic cube media and STEM learning. The method of this research is design research with three stages, namely: preliminary design, experimental design, retrospective analysis. With the research subjects 32 students of class VIII.7 in SMP Negeri 27 Palembang. Data was collected through observation sheets, video recordings, interviews, photo documentation, and student activity sheets. The data collected was then analyzed retrospectively collected on HLT (Hypothetical Learning Trajectory). From the results of data analysis, it can be concluded that this research produces a mathematical method or trajectory for the subject of class VIII number patterns that are valid and reliable. Valid from HLT and traceable. Reliability is seen in data triangulation, namely from field notes, observation sheets, and video recordings. Where by using magnetic cube media that combines using STEM students are happier and excited in learning because they use knowledge, technology from the media, their ability to use media so that it brings out the expected mathematical knowledge