Islamic Science Education for Elementary School an Android Application as a Form of Integration of Islam, Science, and Technology

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to produce an android application that is feasible to be applied to elementary school students. This research includes development research. The steps follow the Borg & Gall development model. The research location is in Kudus Regency, Central Java, with a population of prospective teachers, elementary school teachers, and PGMI lecturers in Kudus, while the samples were taken randomly. The data in the study includes assessment data from the validators, and data from field trials. Data collection is done by observation (use of applications) and questionnaires. Data analysis with qualitative descriptive analysis using the model of Milles and Huberman. This research produces an android application 'Islamic Science Education For Elementary School' which is feasible to be applied to elementary school students through scientific stages that can be accounted for. This can be seen from the validation results of two media experts covering 5 aspects, namely; Effectiveness, Ease, Suitability, Completeness, Communicative, and interaction. The test results showed that 60% of respondents gave a very good rating (very decent), and 40% of other respondents gave a good rating (decent) on the developed media. This research is expected to maximize the use of android, as well as alternative learning media in elementary schools.

Development of Biology Module Based on Critical Thinking Skills on Even Semester Class X Plante Materials

“…Science is closely related to the educational process. Through education, science is not just transferred, but more than that, it is equipped with values, attitudes, and character (Fikri et al, 2022). Educational institutions present material that must be mastered by students, one of which is the subject of Biology.…”