Design of Learning Media for Web-Based Subjects Geography. (Case study: Class XI majoring in social studies at Citra Nusa Senior High School)

Abstract

Learning about geography is very important for students to learn. By knowing the geographical layout, students can find out various kinds of natural resources produced by a place or location. Limited time to explore each topic is also a problem that must be faced to improve their understanding of geography subjects. This research used descriptive qualitative method by collecting detailed, in-depth and actual data. This method is derived from knowledge and facts found in the field. Interactive learning has the potential to create a high-quality learning environment that actively engages students, hopefully increasing interest in understanding better thus the target can be achieved by the teacher. The resulting application can be a good choice for delivering learning material as well as for generating interest in learning as well as students’ understanding of geography subject matter so as to enhance student achievement. The information obtained by students is very important so students realize that Indonesia is a producer of many natural resources. The form of development this application is to assist students in understanding the concept of learning material that is presented interactively by the system and is able to understand about all the natural resources produced at that location.