Thematic Module Design Based on Local Wisdom for Class V Elementary School Students

Abstract

This study aims to know effectiveness of thematic textbooks based on local wisdom on theme on the theme "Our Friends' Environment" material for class students V elementary school. Initial product development is a process of making media based on needs analysis. Students need textbooks that are close to the environment around them. Based on the results of the trial, this thematic teaching material is very valid, very interesting, and effective and can be applied in learning. This can be seen from the results of the validation test from three experts which show that the product is good. The results of the effectiveness test showed that the experimental class students had better learning outcomes than the control class. This means that textbooks based on local wisdom of Jepara Regency are developed effectively.