THE EFFECTIVENESS OF MIND MAPPING IN ENHANCING STUDENTS^ INTEREST IN ECONOMICS LEARNING Gayatria Oktalina, Agnisa Widayanti, Dwi Fitra Arreski
Universitas Terbuka
Abstract
The low learning interest of students in Economic^s Studies remains a problem that has a direct impact on learning outcomes. This condition is caused by monotonous teaching methods that do not actively engage students in the learning process. One alternative instructional approach that can enhance students^ learning interest is the mind map method, as it presents learning materials in a visual, structured, and engaging manner. This study aims to examine the effect of using the mind map method on improving the learning interest of eleventh-grade students at SMA Negeri 1 Namang in economics subjects. The research employed a quantitative approach with an experimental design. The research subjects consisted of two classes, divided into an experimental group taught using the mind map method and a control group taught using conventional teaching methods. Data were collected through a learning interest questionnaire and learning achievement tests, and were analyzed using statistical tests to determine differences between the two groups. The results show that students in the experimental group had higher learning interest and learning outcomes than those in the control group. The percentage of learning mastery in the experimental group reached 83%, while the control group achieved a lower mastery rate of 71%. These findings indicate that the mind map method has a positive effect on improving students^ interest in learning economics. Learning through mind maps encourages students to be more active, interested, and involved in the learning process, making it a suitable alternative strategy for economics instruction.
Keywords: mind map, learning interest, economics, experimental method
