The Effectiveness of the ULTABI Interactive Biology Snakes and Ladders Game in Enhancing Learning Motivation and Achievement Among Grade X Students on Fungi Material Efektivitas Media Game Interaktif Ular Tangga Biologi (ULTABI) dalam Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar dan Hasil Belajar Siswa pada Materi Fungi

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of ULTABI (Interactive Biology Snakes and Ladders Game) media in enhancing students’ learning motivation and achievement on Fungi material among Grade X students at SMAN 1 Pandaan. A quasi-experimental method with a non-equivalent control group design was employed, involving 71 students selected via cluster random sampling. The sample comprised an experimental class using ULTABI and a control class using conventional learning. Data were collected through motivation questionnaires and achievement tests, and then analyzed using N-Gain and independent sample t-tests. Results indicated that ULTABI significantly improved both variables. For motivation, the experimental class achieved an effective N-Gain of 77%, whereas the control class achieved 54% (moderately effective). For learning achievement, the experimental class scored an effective N-Gain of 76%, while the control class scored 42% (less effective). The t-test confirmed these differences were statistically significant (p < 0.05). In conclusion, the ULTABI interactive game is an effective learning medium to enhance students’ motivation and achievement on Fungi material. Its implementation creates an engaging, enjoyable, and student-centered environment that supports meaningful biology education.