The Impact of GBL on Teaching Integrity in 21 Klaten Primary Schools: An Empirical Investigation
This study explores the effectiveness of game-based learning (GBL) in teaching integrity at elementary schools, involving 26 teachers from the Integrity School Program in Klaten. After undergoing training to implement and modify games, teachers applied GBL in their classrooms. The findings revealed that GBL significantly increased students' enthusiasm, facilitated knowledge transfer by teachers, and improved the school's reputation in the community. Moreover, GBL proved effective in instilling values of integrity, such as honesty, respect, and fairness, in students, aligning with the character education framework developed by Webber.
The study highlights the potential of GBL as an interactive and enjoyable pedagogical tool to integrate moral education into formal teaching. However, implementing GBL requires comprehensive preparation, adequate resources, and sufficient time. The study suggests the need for policy support to facilitate the broader adoption of GBL and further research to address limitations, such as reliance on teacher reports and the lack of direct data from students.
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