Development and Validation of Augmented Reality Media for Social and Emotional Learning in Children with Learning Disabilities (SEAKAR)

Authors

  • Redydian Adhitya Nugraha Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia
  • Sunardi Sunardi Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia
  • Asrowi Asrowi Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia
  • Tri Murwaningsih Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia
  • Munawir Yusuf Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia
  • Mahardika Supratiwi Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35445/alishlah.v17i1.6269

Keywords:

Augmented Reality, CASEL, Learning Disability, Inclusive School

Abstract

Learning disabilities (LD) are neurological conditions that affect brain function, often resulting in challenges with reading, writing, and mathematics, despite individuals typically having average or above-average intelligence. Students with LD frequently experience socio-emotional difficulties, such as anxiety and social rejection, which can hinder academic progress and self-esteem. Building resilience is essential to help these students cope with stress and adapt to challenges. This study aimed to develop an educational tool titled Collaborative Social-Emotional-Academic Augmented Reality (SEAKAR) to support students with LD in inclusive school settings. The tool was designed using the CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning) framework and integrated with augmented reality (AR) technology. A Research and Development (R&D) approach was employed, consisting of a needs assessment, prototype creation, expert validation, and iterative revisions. Ten expert validators—comprising specialists in special education, psychology, language, media, ICT, and inclusive education—assessed the SEAKAR prototype. Feedback from the validation process was positive, indicating the product’s relevance, functionality, and potential effectiveness in supporting the social-emotional and academic needs of students with LD. The development of SEAKAR represents a promising step toward innovative, inclusive educational tools that integrate social-emotional learning with technology. Its alignment with the CASEL framework and use of AR enhances its potential to engage and support students with LD. Further implementation and testing in real classroom settings are recommended to evaluate its practical impact.

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2025-03-21

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Nugraha, R. A., Sunardi, S., Asrowi, A., Murwaningsih, T., Yusuf, M., & Supratiwi, M. (2025). Development and Validation of Augmented Reality Media for Social and Emotional Learning in Children with Learning Disabilities (SEAKAR). AL-ISHLAH: Jurnal Pendidikan, 17(1), 1355–1366. https://doi.org/10.35445/alishlah.v17i1.6269

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