Penerapan Games Edukasi dalam Meningkatkan Minat Matematika Siswa Sekolah Dasar

The present study is motivated by the issue of low interest in mathematics among students in private elementary schools in Jakarta. Despite the abundant resources and infrastructure that support learning, technology has not been fully utilized to enhance students' engagement with mathematics. Consequently, students' learning interest has been declining, which in turn negatively impacts their enthusiasm and passion for learning. The aim of this study is to investigate how the application of educational games can increase the learning interest of elementary school students in mathematics, using a descriptive qualitative method. Educational games offer a convenient and effective means for teachers to deliver material, as they create an active, enthusiastic, and enjoyable learning environment in the classroom. The combination of technology and the role of the teacher is essential in supporting students' learning and developing human resources. By integrating educational games into the curriculum, students' interest and attraction in learning mathematics can be enhanced, making educational games an effective tool for increasing students' learning interest. Based on the findings of this study, the researcher suggests the importance of developing educational games and digital teaching materials, as well as moving away from conventional teaching methods. These recommendations are essential for enhancing students' learning interest and promoting effective learning in the classroom.Penulisan ini dilatarbelakangi oleh permasalahan kurangnya minat belajar matematika siswa di sekolah dasar swasta Jakarta. Walaupun sarana dan prasarana sangat mendukung pembelajaran, tetapi guru harus bijak memanfaatkan teknologi sesuai dengan zaman yang berkembang. Tujuan penulisan ini adalah untuk meninjau bagaimana penerapan games edukasi dapat meningkatkan minat belajar matematika siswa SD dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif. Kurangnya minat matematika siswa membuat antusias dan gairah belajar siswa menurun. Games edukasi mempermudah guru dalam penyampaian materi dan bisa membuat kelas aktif, bergairah dan senang dalam belajar. Teknologi dan peran guru merupakan kesatuan yang bisa menunjang pembelajaran guna mencipta sumber daya manusia yang unggul. Melalui Games edukasi ini, minat dan daya tarik belajar matematika dapat ditingkatkan. Maka dari itu Games edukasi ini efektif dalam meningkatkan minat belajar siswa. Saran dari penulis adalah perlunya pengembangan games edukasi dan bahan ajar digital serta meninggalkan gaya pembelajaran yang konvensional