Utilization of NON B3 Waste as Learning Media in Online Class during the Pandemic

ABSTRACT

Covid-19 pandemic had a significant impact on many aspects of life, including in the world of education. Pandemic conditions make the learning process adapt to new conditions, one of which is changing the form of face-to-face learning into online learning. The online learning process for teachers at Special School (SLB) faces challenges in delivering learning materials to students with special needs, especially in using appropriate learning media. This article discusses the training provided to special school teachers in Yogyakarta to make learning media utilizing non-B-3 waste as a support for the online learning process for children with special needs. The method used is a qualitative method with data collection techniques using interviews, observation, and performance evaluation. The results of this study indicate that the training in making learning media based on non-B-3 waste is significant in helping teachers solve online classroom learning problems for children with special needs. The reason for choosing non-B-3 waste for learning media are easy to get, and teachers can make media according to students abilities and learning objectives.