Students' Ability To Interpret Pattern Imagessocial Cultural Spatial Of The Google Maps Application

Abstract

Spatial pattern material in learning requires strong visualization so that students can understand complex concepts. However, the use of conventional media that does not support interactive visualization can make it difficult for students to understand the material and develop interpretation skills. This research aims to overcome this problem by using the Google Maps application in interpreting images of socio-cultural spatial patterns for students at SMA Negeri 1 Kalianda.

The research was conducted in class The research results showed that 33 students or 94.29% could use the Google Maps application very well, 29 students or 82.86% were able to interpret the spatial patterns around their respective students' residences, 28 students or 80% were able to interpret socio-cultural spatial characteristics , and 30 students or 85.71% were able to conclude the spatial pattern of their area.

Thus, the use of the Google Maps application in interpreting images of socio-cultural spatial patterns has the potential to improve students' ability to interpret spatial patterns that are spread out, clustered and elongated, but further efforts are still needed to increase the number of students who achieve adequate interpreting criteria. This research has implications that learning approaches involving interactive applications such as Google Maps can be an effective alternative in developing students' interpreting skills in the field of geography.