International Journal of
Information and Education Technology

Abstract

Technological advancements are rapidly transforming various aspects of life, including education. In classroom learning, there is a growing need to develop students’ knowledge and problem-solving skills. One effective method to enhance these skills is through the use of an Android-based application, considering students’ familiarity with gadgets in their daily lives. These learning applications, which incorporate audio, images, and text, are becoming increasingly essential. To address this need, an Android application was designed to include learning steps such as analyzing, gathering information, asking questions, and solving problems. This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach using ADDIE method (analyzing, designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating). The process involved material analysis, application development using Java, and validity testing by experts in material, media suitability, and local content. The application’s trial was conducted by involving third grade elementary school students using questionnaires and interview guidelines as instruments. The Ethnopedagogy-Based Situation (EBS) Apps, validated by experts, was valid and appropriately designed for elementary school students. Upon implementation, the results indicated that the students were engaged with EBS Apps and found it helpful in practicing their skills in information gathering, problem posing, and problem-solving. Therefore, the EBS Apps developed in this study are effective and suitable as a culture-based Android application to enhance the problemsolving skills of elementary school students.