Development of a Microcontroller Training Kit to Increase Student Learning Motivation

Abstract

This research aims to develop a microcontroller training kit to increase students' learning motivation in microcontroller education practices. The research follows a modified ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Coding, Testing and Validation, Implementation, and Evaluation) involving two experts in the field of educational media, microcontrollers, and 33 vocational education students. The validity test results show that this training device is well suited for curriculum integration, with high scores in technical features, durability, reliability, safety, and design. The average validity score was 0.83. In addition, the motivation assessment showed a significant increase in students' interest, active participation, persistence, learning satisfaction, engagement, and self-confidence. Thus, the development of the microcontroller training kit was proven to be effective in increasing students' motivation to learn. These findings suggest that such innovative and accessible tools can significantly increase engagement and participation in research and contribute to the advancement of educational technology by providing practical solutions that improve students' learning experience and motivation in technical disciplines. © 2025, Dr D. Pylarinos. All rights reserved.

Keywords

Author Keywords

Engineering education training kit learning motivation -microcontroller

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Author Affiliations

Department of Electrical Engineering, Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia

Department of Information Technology Education, Universitas Lampung, Bandar Lampung, Lampung, Indonesia

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Funding & Acknowledgements

Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan, LPDP

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We would like to thank the Center for Higher Education Funding and Assessment Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia, Education Fund Management Agency (LPDP) and, Indonesian Education Scholarship (BPI).

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Development of a Microcontroller Training Kit to Increase Student Learning Motivation

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