The Effectiveness of Interactive Multimedia in Learning Indonesian Language Skills in Higher Education

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Biya Ebi Praheto, Andayani, Muhammad Rohmadi, Nugraheni Eko Wardani

Sebelas Maret University of Surakarta, Indonesia. Email: biya.ebi@ustjogja.ac.id

 Volume 12, Number 1, January-March, 2020 I Full Text PDF

DOI: 10.21659/rupkatha.v12n1.34

Abstract

Computer-based media such as interactive multimedia plays an important role in learning Indonesian language skills. The objective of this research is to determine the effectiveness of interactive multimedia in learning Indonesian language skills in higher education. This experimental research used the port-test along with a control group design. The population of this research was the second semester students of the Elementary School Education Study Program at four higher education institutions. To determine the experimental class, the random sampling technique was used considerably. IKIP PGRI Wates is an experimental class through which interactive multimedia is compared to three control groups namely Slamet Riyadi University of Surakarta using video subscription media, Tunas Pembangunan Surakarta University applying media prize, and Ahmad Dahlan University of  Yogyakarta using the powerpoint media. The data on Indonesian language skills tests include tests of listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities. The data were then analyzed using the one-way ANOVA. The results show that the application of interactive multimedia is effectively used in learning language language skills compared to learning using other media. In addition, interactive multimedia can also be applied to study independently outside the classroom.

Keywords: Interactive Multimedia, Indonesian Language Skills, Listening Skills, Speaking Skills, Reading Skills, Writing Skills