Developing an Engaging English Summative Test with Educaplay: A Game-Based Solution for the Fourth Grade of Islamic Primary School
Keywords:
English summative test, Educaplay, Islamic primary schoolAbstract
The purpose of this study is to develop an interactive English summative test for fourth-grade Islamic primary school students using Educaplay to enhance student engagement and motivation. This study followed a modified seven-step R&D cycle, including information collection, expert validation, product revision, and field testing. The test consisted of 25 multiple-choice questions and was administered to 28 for field testing. Statistical analysis using SPSS 25 showed that 12 questions were valid, the test had a reliability coefficient of 0.765, and the difficulty level of questions was well-balanced. However, 40% of the questions required significant review due to poor discrimination scores. The study highlighted Educaplay's potential to create engaging and effective assessments. The findings support the ongoing use and refinement of digital platforms like Educaplay in educational assessment.References
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