Title: Think-Aloud Strategy Through Pear Deck To Increase Student Engagement A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Ulfa Choirotul Azizah, Nurul Umamah, Anis Syatul H, Fernanda Prasky H
Volume: 9
Issue: 6
Pages: 125-135
Publication Date: 2025/06/28
Abstract:
This study aims to analyze the impact of the Think-Aloud strategy combined with Pear Deck on enhancing student engagement and comprehension in learning environments. A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method was employed, following a structured search protocol across multiple academic databases, including Scopus, ERIC, and Google Scholar. Initially,25 international articles published between 2020 and 2025 were identified, and after applying inclusion and exclusion criteria based on relevance, methodological rigor, and peer-reviewed status 19 articles were selected for final synthesis. The review findings reveal a consistent positive impact of integrating the Think-Aloud strategy with Pear Deck on various dimensions of student learning. First, this integration supports verbalization of cognitive processes, leading to improved metacognitive awareness and reading comprehension. Second, the interactive features of Pear Deck significantly increase student engagement and motivation, fostering active participation in both synchronous and asynchronous settings. Third, this combination enhances reflective and collaborative learning, as evidenced by increased peer interaction, student confidence, and cooperative problem solving. In addition to empirical findings, this study contributes to the theoretical understanding of technology-mediated metacognitive strategies and highlights the value of combining cognitive scaffolding with real-time classroom interactivity. The results underscore the importance of designing student-centered digital learning environments that promote both higher-order thinking and meaningful engagement. These insights offer practical implications for educators, instructional designers, and EdTech developers aiming to optimize learning through strategic integration of pedagogical methods and digital tools.