Improving Science Learning Outcomes in the Material Getting to Know Our Earth by Applying Powtoon Animation Media.

Abstract

This classroom action research aimed to improve fifth-grade students’ science learning outcomes on the topic Getting to Know Our Earth through the application of Powtoon-based animation media. The study was conducted in three cycles, following the stages of planning, action, observation, and reflection. The use of Powtoon was designed to make the learning process more interactive, engaging, and easier to understand. The results revealed a consistent improvement in student activity and learning outcomes across cycles. Student completeness increased from 53.85% in Cycle I to 92.31% in Cycle III, surpassing the classical mastery target of 85%. The findings indicate that Powtoon animation media can effectively enhance student motivation, participation, and conceptual understanding in science learning. Thus, integrating technology-based visual media contributes significantly to active and meaningful learning experiences in elementary classrooms.