Enhancing Biology Learning Outcomes Through The Talking Stick Model Assisted by Choose Number Media: A Classroom Action Research

Abstract

This study investigates the effectiveness of the Talking Stick learning model assisted by Choose Number media in improving student learning outcomes, activities, and responses in biology education on ecosystem topics. A Classroom Action Research (CAR) design was employed across three cycles at SMPN 2 Soko, Tuban, Indonesia, involving 34 seventh-grade students. Data collection instruments included student and teacher activity observation sheets, learning outcome tests, and student response questionnaires. Da ta were analyzed using descriptive statistical techniques. Results demonstrated progressive improvements across cycles. Student activity scores increased from 2.25 (Cycle I) to 2.8 (Cycle II) and 3.4 (Cycle III) on a 4 - point scale. Teacher activity scores improved from 2.1 to 2.65 and 3.2, respectively. Classical learning mastery increased significantly from 64.71% (Cycle I) to 88.23% (Cycle II) and reached 94.12% (Cycle III). Student response questionnaires indicated 89.7% positive responses. The findings suggest that the Talking Stick model with Choose Number media effectively promotes student active participation, improves teacher performance, and increases learning mastery. This research contributes empirical evidence supporting the integration of cooperative learning models with game-based media to enhance biology learning outcomes.