Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE)

Enhancing Student Self-Disclosure through the Deep Talk Critical Method: A Case Study of Islamic Religious Education

2025-06-26T00:50:56+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to analyze how the Deep Talk Critical method is applied by Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers to enhance student self-disclosure and the impacts of this method on learning effectiveness.

Methodology: This qualitative field research employed triangulation of data sources, including interviews, observation, surveys, and documentation. The Miles and Huberman analysis model comprising data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing was used. The study also defined four self-disclosure indicators: openness, empathy, support, and equality, based on interpersonal communication theories.

Main Findings: Findings indicate the Deep Talk Critical method is highly effective (85.72%) in fostering student self-disclosure. Specific indicators showed high performance: empathy (90.41%), equality (88.63%), support (84.87%), and openness (78.97%).

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study contributes to PAI communication strategy literature by formalizing Deep Talk Critical as a practical pedagogical model for strengthening self-disclosure and emotional intelligence among students.

Evaluating Mathematical Representation Competence Among Primary Students: Insights from the Post-Pandemic Learning Recovery

2025-07-23T13:32:19+07:00

Purpose of the study: The study aims to investigate not only the fundamental mathematical knowledge of primary school students but also their mathematical representation skills, as these are essential for applying mathematical concepts in everyday life.

Methodology: A descriptive research design was employed without any treatment. The instrument included a test measuring representation skills through three indicators: forming equations or models from given representations, drawing diagrams to clarify and solve problems, and composing stories based on given representations. Secondary data were gathered through field notes and analysed using descriptive statistics, followed by triangulation with observation results.

Main Findings: The findings reveal that students’ mathematical representation skills remain underdeveloped. The lowest performance was observed in the indicator involving drawing diagrams to support problem-solving. These results suggest a mismatch between students' learning needs and current instructional strategies, underscoring the need to implement differentiated and inclusive approaches to better support diverse learners.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The study introduces a validated diagnostic test administered prior to the main assessment, ensuring the reliability and validity of the research results. This approach minimises bias and provides a more accurate portrayal of students' actual representation abilities, offering new insights into differentiated learning in mathematics education.

The Correlation Between Teachers’ Instructional Strategies and Students’ Academic (Skills) Achievement for Children with Special Needs in North Sulawesi

2025-08-11T13:20:42+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study investigates the extent of teachers’ instructional strategies, the level of students’ academic (skill) achievement, and the relationship between the two among children with special needs in special schools across North Sulawesi.

Methodology: Employing a quantitative, descriptive-correlational research design, the study was conducted during the first semester of the 2023/2024 academic year. A total of 95 teacher respondents from 12 special education schools were selected through total population sampling. Data were collected using a validated Likert-scale questionnaire, and the results were analyzed using correlation analysis to determine the strength and significance of the relationship between instructional strategies and student achievement.

Main Findings: Findings reveal that teachers demonstrate a consistently high level of instructional strategies. Specifically, the mean scores were as follows: understanding of students’ characteristics (M = 4.50), fulfilling roles as educators, instructors, mentors, and content deliverers (M = 4.57), and efforts in fostering creativity (M = 4.63). In terms of student academic (skill) achievement, the mean score was 4.46, suggesting a high level of learning outcomes among students with special needs. Most notably, the study found a statistically significant and strong correlation between teachers’ instructional strategies and students’ academic achievement, indicating that effective pedagogical approaches directly influence skill development in special education contexts.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this study lies in its focus on the nuanced relationship between instructional strategies and skill-based achievement within the under-researched demographic of special needs learners in Eastern Indonesia.

Moderation Study In the Influence of Neurotransmitters on Investment Bias in Female Investors in Indonesia

2025-08-11T13:20:40+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to meticulously explore the moderating effect of financial literacy on the influence of neurotransmitters on investment bias. As a pioneering effort in behavioral finance, this research highlights cognitive and psychological aspects of investors, focusing specifically on female investors, and represents the first study to integrate financial literacy as a moderating variable in the context of neurotransmitter effects.

Methodology: A quantitative approach was employed, targeting female stock investors in Indonesia. Purposive sampling was used alongside a semantic differential scale. Data were collected through the distribution of closed-ended questionnaires, preceded by instrument testing and a pre-survey. A total of 581 respondents participated, and data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM)

Main Findings: The main findings reveal that financial literacy negatively affects investment bias, indicating that greater financial knowledge tends to reduce behavioral bias. However, even financially literate individuals may still exhibit bias. Furthermore, neurotransmitter activity shows a significant positive effect on investment bias, suggesting that biological factors amplify biased decision-making. Importantly, financial literacy significantly moderates this relationship in a negative direction, meaning that higher levels of financial understanding weaken the influence of neurotransmitters on investment bias.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This research contributes novel insights to the development of behavioral finance theory by introducing financial literacy as a moderating factor in the biological–psychological pathway influencing investment behavior. The practical implications highlight the critical role of financial education in reducing behavioral biases in investment decision-making, especially among female investors.

Enhancing Performance Through Digital Competence: The Mediating Role of Engagement and Communication Among Civil Servants

2025-08-11T13:19:25+07:00

Purpose of the study: The rapid advancement of digital technology demands strong digital competence, particularly among civil servants in educational institutions. This study aims to examine the influence of digital competence on civil servants’ performance, investigating both direct effects and indirect pathways through employee engagement and interpersonal communication.

Methodology: A quantitative survey method was employed involving 150 civil servants working in public educational institutions in Riau, Indonesia. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling with Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS).

Main Findings: The results indicate that digital competence has a significant positive impact on performance, both directly and indirectly. Employee engagement and interpersonal communication serve as effective mediators that enhance the relationship between digital competence and performance. The findings suggest that civil servants who possess strong digital skills, coupled with high engagement and effective interpersonal communication, demonstrate better job performance.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study offers a novel contribution by integrating psychological (employee engagement) and relational (interpersonal communication) dimensions as mediators in the relationship between digital competence and performance. While previous studies have focused mainly on technological aspects, this research highlights the importance of human and social factors in driving performance in digitally transforming institutions. The implication of these findings points to the need for a more holistic approach to digital transformation policies in the public sector, where capacity building should not only address technical skills but also foster engagement and communication abilities among employees.

The Dynamics of Arabic Synonyms and Semantic Sensitivity in Foreign Language Learning: A Linguistic-Educational Integration Approach

2025-08-11T13:19:41+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study employs a linguistic-educational approach to analyze the dynamics of Arabic synonyms in the context of foreign language learning. It primarily aims to examine learners’ patterns in using synonyms, identify both linguistic and pedagogical challenges in teaching them, and formulate more effective instructional strategies.

Methodology: A descriptive qualitative design with a case study method was applied to students from Madrasah Aliyah Alkhairaat and the Arabic Language Education Program at IAIN Ternate. Data were gathered through classroom observations, in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and document analysis related to vocabulary learning.

Main Findings: The findings reveal that learners tend to use synonyms uniformly, with limited attention to semantic nuance and contextual accuracy. Major challenges include the absence of contextual teaching strategies and learners’ low semantic awareness. Current textbooks and teaching methods remain structural and fail to engage pragmatic dimensions. The study proposes the use of contextual, collocational, and semantic-mapping approaches to improve synonym teaching.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study contributes to the development of more communicative and contextually grounded strategies for teaching Arabic vocabulary, especially in the area of synonym acquisition, by bridging linguistic insights with practical pedagogical applications.

Elementary School Students’ Perceptions of Physical Education Learning and Its Relation to the Development of Basic Motor Skills

2025-08-11T13:19:39+07:00

Purpose of the study: Physical Education, Sports, and Health are vital in developing elementary school students' fundamental motor skills. However, previous studies have often examined students' perceptions of physical education and motor skill development separately, overlooking how students' subjective experiences and attitudes toward Physical Education, Sports, and Health directly relate to measurable motor skill outcomes.

Methodology: The research employed a quantitative survey involving 40 randomly selected 5th-grade elementary school students. Data were collected using a closed-ended Likert-scale questionnaire designed and validated for elementary students, measuring perceptions across six dimensions, and an observation checklist aligned with the national curriculum indicators to assess basic motor skills.

Main Findings: The results showed that 75% of students reported high enjoyment of Physical Education lessons, and 65% actively participated in physical activities during class. Observations indicated that most students demonstrated strong locomotor and manipulative skills, though balance and coordination still required development. The analysis suggested that students who reported higher enjoyment and perceived benefits of Physical Education tended to show better motor skills, indicating a positive correlation between perception and skill development.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The findings highlight the need for more inclusive and engaging Physical Education, Sports, and Health curricula that foster enjoyment and systematically develop under-emphasized skills like balance and coordination. This study contributes novel empirical evidence linking students' subjective perceptions with objective motor skill outcomes in Indonesian elementary education, an area largely overlooked in prior research.

Religious Character Formation in the Age of TikTok: Navigating Digital Disruption in Indonesian Islamic Elementary Schools

2025-08-11T13:19:32+07:00

Purpose of the study: The rapid pace of digitalization among elementary school children, particularly through social media such as TikTok, has raised concerns about the erosion of religious values instilled in madrasah environments. The emergence of the TikTok syndrome—characterized by dependence on short digital content—has the potential to shift children's focus away from religious practices and spiritual character development.

Methodology: The study employs a descriptive quantitative approach using a survey method. The research subjects were 60 fifth-grade students at an elementary madrasah located in Sumenep Regency, selected through random sampling. The instrument used was a closed-ended questionnaire consisting of 25 statements, with two main variables: religious character and TikTok syndrome symptoms.

Main Findings: The results of the study indicate that students generally have good religious character, as evidenced by their practice of praying five times a day, honesty, and respect for teachers and parents. However, the level of TikTok consumption is quite high, with some students showing signs of disruption, such as forgetting to study and delaying prayers.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study is among the first to empirically examine the intersection between TikTok usage and religious character formation in early-grade Islamic education. It introduces the concept of "TikTok syndrome" in the context of spiritual development among children—a construct that remains underexplored in existing literature. Theoretically, this study contributes to the growing scholarship on media-socialization and religious identity construction in digital contexts.

Navigating Deep Learning Pedagogy in Rural Classrooms: A Qualitative Study on Teacher Readiness and Innovation in Indonesian Elementary Schools

2025-07-31T15:11:34+07:00

Purpose of the study: The integration of digital technology in primary education has become increasingly urgent in the era of 21st-century learning transformation. However, teachers’ readiness to implement deep learning approaches and instructional innovation remains a challenge, particularly in non-urban areas such as Sumenep Regency.

Methodology: A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, involving six purposively selected teachers as primary data sources. Data were collected through classroom observations and structured interviews and then analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing.

Main Findings: The findings reveal that teachers’ conceptual understanding of deep learning remains limited, and its classroom application has not reached a transformative level. Teacher readiness is influenced by insufficient training, inadequate infrastructure, weak institutional support, and varying levels of self-efficacy. Systemic barriers such as limited technological access and lack of supportive school policies hinder also implementation efforts.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study uniquely examines teacher readiness for deep learning-oriented instruction in an underrepresented context—rural elementary schools in Indonesia. Unlike previous research that predominantly focuses on urban or secondary education settings, this study captures the real-world constraints and opportunities for digital transformation in low-resource environments. It also broadens the conceptual framing of “deep learning” beyond technology, integrating pedagogical depth and reflective teaching practices. The implications highlight the urgency of designing context-based, practice-oriented teacher training programs and developing supportive policies that enable sustainable digital pedagogy.

Transforming Teachers’ Roles in Navigating the Challenges of Implementing the Independent Curriculum: Adaptive Strategies and Professional Reflection in Elementary School

2025-08-02T01:32:00+07:00

Purpose of the study: This research aims to examine the transformation of teachers' roles in facing the challenges of implementing the Independent Curriculum in elementary schools and understand how teachers adapt to these educational changes.

Methodology: This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with exploratory case study design. Data collection methods include direct classroom observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation studies involving teachers actively implementing the Independent Curriculum in elementary schools.

Main Findings: Teachers face significant obstacles in understanding learning outcomes, implementing project-based learning, and utilizing learning technology optimally. Despite available training programs, teacher participation remains sporadic with limited impact on practice changes. Teachers respond through self-training strategies, informal collaboration, and pedagogical reflection, though lacking institutional mentoring support. Role transformation occurs contextually and gradually, depending on individual initiative and school environment support.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This research contributes by uncovering teacher role dynamics in marginalized schools previously underexplored in Independent Curriculum studies, providing insights for developing contextual, collaborative, and sustainable teacher capacity building policies.

Development of Syntax Teaching Materials Based on Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) Using the Flip PDF Professional Application for Indonesian Language Education Students

2025-08-11T13:25:01+07:00

Purpose of the study: This research is motivated by the lack of variation in teaching materials used in the Syntax course. The purpose of this study is to develop teaching materials for the Syntax course based on Contextual Teaching Learning (CTL) assisted by Flip PDF Professional.

Methodology: The research method is ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). Data collection was carried out through observation, questionnaires, interviews, and literature studies.

Main Findings: CTL-based teaching materials (incorporating elements of eight ethnic groups in North Sumatra) assisted by Flip PDF Professional in the Syntax course are effective in the learning process. This is supported by the validation of material experts, 93.3% with a very valid category, and media experts 95% with a very valid category. As many as 87.5% of students gave positive responses regarding the teaching materials that have been developed.

Novelty/Originality of this study: Based on this, it can be concluded that CTL-based Syntax teaching materials assisted by Flip PDF Professional can be used as an alternative teaching material for the Syntax course to improve learning outcomes and student activity in the learning process.

The Implementation of Charles Taylor’s Recognition Theory in Multicultural Education: Constructing a Model for Identity Empowerment in the School Context

2025-08-11T13:20:38+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to analyze the implementation of Charles Taylor’s theory of recognition within the context of multicultural education at Bina Kasih Christian High School in Jambi, Indonesia.

Methodology: This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data were collected using in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis. Thematic analysis was conducted using NVivo 12 software. Tools include audio recorders, field notes, and school policy documents.

Main Findings: The school implements recognition-based strategies such as interfaith dialogue, inclusive curriculum design, and community engagement. However, discrepancies remain between policy and practice, with stereotypes still influencing student interactions. The school’s religious identity influences how recognition is applied, requiring careful balancing of institutional and student values.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study introduces a new application of Taylor’s theory of recognition in an Indonesian educational setting, which is rarely explored. It advances current knowledge by linking philosophical recognition theory with practical multicultural education, offering insights for inclusive policy and curriculum development.

Teachers’ Perceptions and Strategies in Promoting Reading Literacy at State Madrasah Ibtidaiyah

2025-08-11T13:20:32+07:00

Purpose of the Study: This study aims to identify teachers’ perceptions of reading literacy and the strategies used to enhance literacy skills at State Madrasah Ibtidaiyah in Baubau City.

Methodology: The research employs a qualitative approach using a phenomenological method to explore teachers’ views and experiences. Data were collected through observations, semi-structured interviews, and document analysis. Instruments used include interview guides, observation sheets, and document analysis formats. Data analysis was conducted interactively through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing.

Main Findings: The study finds that teachers hold diverse perceptions of reading literacy, ranging from basic technical reading skills to deep critical comprehension. Strategies such as the phoneme-grapheme approach, group discussions, and project-based learning are adapted to suit different grade levels. Key challenges include a lack of reading materials, insufficient support from the family environment, and inadequate school policies on literacy. Nevertheless, the use of interactive and collaborative strategies has enhanced students’ critical thinking, especially in interpreting religious texts.

Novelty/Originality of this Study: This study provides a contextual understanding of how teachers at Islamic elementary schools in regional Indonesia perceive and approach reading literacy. It underscores the integral relationship between teacher perception, pedagogical strategy, and environmental factors in cultivating a literacy culture especially in religious education contexts where critical reading plays a vital role.

Teaching Materials for Indonesian Literature Lectures Based on Respect Education: A Development Research

2025-08-11T13:20:30+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to create innovative humanistic teaching materials based on respect education in teaching literature in schools to address the persistent issue of bullying.

Methodology: This research follows a Research and Development (R&D) approach, utilizing the 4-D development model introduced by Sivasailam Thiagarajan, Dorothy S. Semmel, and Melvyn I. Semmel. This model consists of four key stages: Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate.

Main Findings: Analysis of the need for Teaching Materials for Indonesian Literature Teaching Lectures Based on Respect Education begins with an observation of the learning conditions in the literature teaching course at the Indonesian Language and Literature Education Study Program. This observation was carried out by interviewing the lecturers in charge of the literature teaching course. The results of the observation stated that the learning conditions of students in the literature teaching course were still not optimal in the implementation process, and the availability of teaching materials provided by the lecturers. The results of the observation also stated that teaching materials for literature teaching based on respect education had never been implemented or developed.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The results of the study showed that from the four aspects in the analysis of teaching material needs which include content, language, presentation, and graphics, it was concluded that students and lecturers 'strongly agree' to develop teaching materials for literature teaching based on respect education.

Collaborative Learning Theory in Overcoming Speaking Anxiety in Undergraduate Students

2025-08-11T13:20:34+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to explore how female investors' cognitive activity, particularly as it relates to neurotransmitter function, contributes to the emergence of investment bias and influences their financial decision-making behavior. The background to this study is the growing participation of women in the investment world in Indonesia, demonstrating high enthusiasm despite the field being synonymous with numbers, risk, and rational thinking.

Methodology: This study focuses on analyzing the role of neurotransmitters as moderating variables in the relationship between cognitive activity and the tendency for investment bias in female investors. While the abstract does not explicitly mention the technical methods used, an interdisciplinary approach combining psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral finance forms the primary foundation of the analysis.

Main Findings: The main findings of this study indicate that cognitive activity influenced by neurotransmitter function plays a role in shaping investment bias in female investors. This bias then impacts decision-making patterns, which can differ from those of other investor groups, particularly in the context of risk management and perception of investment opportunities.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The uniqueness of this study lies in its approach, which integrates biological and psychological aspects into the study of investment behavior, particularly in women. By focusing on the role of neurotransmitters, this research makes an original contribution to a deeper understanding of the psychobiological basis of financial behavior, which has previously been rarely discussed specifically in a gender context.

Bongal Site of Central Tapanuli: Early Traces of the Spread of Christianity as a Learning Resource for History Subject in High Schools

2025-08-11T13:19:55+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to present the findings from the Bongal Site as an essential learning resource for the History subject in Senior High Schools, particularly in exploring the dynamics of cultural interaction and the spread of religion in the Indonesian archipelago during ancient times.

Methodology: This research employs a qualitative methodology, integrating historical and archaeological approaches. The historical approach is used to reconstruct the process of Christianity’s arrival on the west coast of Sumatra. At the same time, archaeological data are supported by an extensive literature review and field observations.

Main Findings: The findings reveal that the spread of early Christianity to Sumatra, though still debated among historians, is evidenced by written sources indicating the presence of the Nestorian Church in the Fansur (Barus) region. Archaeological excavations at the Bongal Site uncovered various artifacts such as rings engraved with crosses, Roman beads, carved stones with Christian symbols, and Byzantine liturgical spoons that support this narrative.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The originality of this study lies in the identification and comparative analysis of artifacts that bear significant resemblance to early Roman and Byzantine Christian objects. These findings not only offer new insights into the early presence of Christianity on Sumatra’s west coast but also support the use of the Bongal Site as a contextual and meaningful historical learning resource in secondary education.

Analysis of Factors Causing Teachers to Be Reluctant to Become Principals in Elementary Schools

2025-08-11T13:19:37+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to identify and analyze the factors that cause teachers to be reluctant to accept the position of principal.

Methodology: The study employed a descriptive qualitative approach with a case study design involving six teachers at an elementary school in Musi Rawas. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews, non-participant observations, and document analysis. Analysis followed the Miles and Huberman interactive model, encompassing data reduction, display, and conclusion drawing. Data validity was ensured through triangulation of sources.

Main Findings: The results of the study show that internal factors such as low self-confidence, time constraints, and lack of managerial experience, as well as external factors such as administrative burden, low institutional support, and an organizational culture that is not yet conducive, are the main obstacles for teachers in accepting the position of principal. Teachers also revealed that lack of role models and unclear career progression pathways became psychological barriers that affected their leadership interest.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study contributes original insights by uncovering teacher decision-making patterns in declining principal positions within rural elementary schools. It also proposes strategic, context-specific interventions to enhance teachers’ leadership readiness and support their transition into school management roles.

Development of Number Puzzles on KPK And FPB Materials to Improve Mathematics Learning Outcomes

2025-08-11T13:19:44+07:00

Purpose of the study: The purpose of the study was to test the feasibility and effectiveness of the Number Puzzle media product developed by the researcher, as an innovation in improving math learning outcomes on the material of the Smallest Common Multiple and Greatest Common Factor.

Methodology: This research is a Research and Development (R&D) study with qualitative and quantitative approaches. Researchers used simple random sampling. Data sources consisted of primary and secondary. The research data were obtained from test and then non-test techniques, which include interviews, questionnaires, observations, and a combination of all of them. The aspects measured were learning media, learning outcomes, and learning needs of mathematics subjects.

Main Findings: The learning environment is less supportive in the use of concrete learning media with student characteristics, so learning is not effective. Many students have difficulty in understanding math concepts. The main problem is that a variety of learning media has not been used, only in the form of teacher books, student books and student worksheets.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this research is to develop a product in the form of a number puzzle media (puka). The number puzzle media (puka) is designed in the form of a rectangle, with numbers that can be read clearly, the number puzzle media (puka) is designed with the right and harmonious color selection, the number puzzle media (puka) is equipped with QR-Code, so that the learning atmosphere becomes more active, creative, and fun.

Bibliometric Analysis of Social Studies Learning Models in Elementary Schools from 2014 to 2024

2025-08-11T13:19:35+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to map and analyze publication trends related to Social Studies (IPS) learning models at the elementary school level using bibliometric data from the Scopus database covering the period 2014–2024.

Methodology: This study employs a qualitative bibliometric method with four stages: Identification, Screening, Eligibility, and Inclusion. Data were retrieved from the Scopus database using the keywords TITLE-ABS-KEY(“social sciences”) AND TITLE-ABS-KEY(“learning model”) AND TITLE-ABS-KEY(“primary school”). Analysis tools used include Microsoft Excel and VOSviewer version 1.6.19.

Main Findings: Publication trends fluctuate over the years with an increase in 2024. Scientific articles are the dominant document type (73.3%), and social sciences are the most frequently studied field (53.6%). Spain ranks first in publication and citation counts. Keyword co-occurrence analysis reveals “curriculum,” “education,” and “social sciences” as the most connected terms.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study provides the first bibliometric mapping of a global study on social studies learning models at the elementary level using Scopus data. This study advances new insights on understanding through publication trend patterns by identifying so as to support future policymaking, curriculum planning, and research direction in primary education. This study is used to recommend the development of social studies learning models that are relevant to 21st-century needs, such as the integration of digital literacy, collaboration, and project-based learning.

Quantum Teaching Using TANDUR Syntax: A Complete Approach to Enhancing Cognitive, Affective, and Psychomotor Skills in Elementary Civic Education

2025-08-11T13:19:29+07:00

Purpose of the study:This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of TANDUR-based Quantum Teaching in improving student learning outcomes in the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains in Pancasila and Citizenship Education (PPKn) at the elementary school level.

Methodology:This research used a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental nonequivalent control group design. The instruments used include a written test, learning motivation questionnaire, and performance observation sheet. The sample consisted of 42 fifth-grade students divided into experimental and control groups.

Main Findings:Students taught using the Quantum Teaching model scored higher in cognitive (78.12), affective (3.29), and psychomotor (80.10) domains than those in the control group. Statistical analysis showed significant differences (p < 0.05), with a dominant increase in learning motivation and social skills.

Novelty/Originality of this study:This study presents the comprehensive application of TANDUR-based Quantum Teaching in citizenship education to foster character development through cultural diversity. It contributes a holistic, engaging, and contextual learning model aligned with the principles of the Independent Curriculum.

Reassessing Moral Education: A Critical Evaluation of Gendang Bugis as Pedagogical Practice in the Digital Era

2025-08-11T13:19:27+07:00

Purpose of the study: In the context of the digital era, the transmission of moral values faces increasing challenges due to the dominance of globalized, visual, and fast-paced content. This study aims to explore how Gendang Bugis a traditional Bugis musical performance, functions as a medium of moral pedagogy when represented and recontextualized on digital platforms

Methodology: This research adopts an exploratory qualitative approach, employing digital ethnographic techniques. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and content analysis of Gendang Bugis representations on social media platforms including YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. Survey instruments: semi-structured interview guide and observation checklist.

Main Findings: The main results indicate that digital performances of Gendang Bugis effectively transmit core moral values such as discipline, respect, solidarity, and cooperation. Senior performers act as moral role models, while youth audiences engage through affective and interactive virtual platforms. This online interaction fosters deeper value internalization. Moreover, digital platforms broaden access, promote intergenerational moral dialogue, and reinforce the pedagogical strength of traditional arts, even amid concerns over cultural authenticity and shifting modes of transmission in modern contexts

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study presents a novel evaluative framework that integrates traditional performance pedagogy with digital ethnography. The results highlight the active role of digitalized traditional arts in moral education. It emphasizes the urgency of developing culturally grounded, digitally adaptive educational content and encourages the integration of traditional arts into both formal and informal education systems in a relevant and contextual manner.

Indigenous Musical Instruments as Ethno-STEM Catalysts for Enhancing Scientific Literacy Through Cultural Integration

2025-08-11T13:19:48+07:00

Purpose of the study: Investigated the effectiveness of a Tifa drum-based Ethno-STEM instructional approach on enhancing scientific literacy among secondary school students, specifically examining how indigenous cultural artifacts can serve as bridges between traditional knowledge systems and Western scientific understanding.

Methodology: A true experimental design with pretest-posttest control group was employed with 40 eighth-grade students randomly assigned to experimental (n=20) or control (n=20) groups. The experimental group received nine weeks of instruction using the HENIE syntax (Highlighting, Exploring, Narrating, Implementing, Evaluating) to integrate Tifa drum knowledge with vibration, waves, and sound concepts. The control group received conventional instruction. Scientific literacy was measured across three dimensions: content, procedural, and epistemic knowledge using a validated 25-item assessment instrument.

Main Findings: The Tifa-based Ethno-STEM approach demonstrated significantly superior outcomes compared to traditional instruction. The experimental group achieved higher normalized learning gains (0.48 vs. 0.31) with a large effect size (Cohen's d = 0.84, p < 0.001). Most notably, the epistemic dimension showed the largest improvement differential (77% vs. 60%), while content and procedural dimensions improved from low to moderate proficiency levels. Student responses indicated high engagement, cultural pride, and enhanced conceptual accessibility. The HENIE model successfully bridges indigenous and scientific knowledge systems, particularly strengthening epistemic understanding—a critical yet often neglected component of scientific literacy.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study pioneers the quantitative validation of indigenous musical instruments as effective STEM learning tools, introducing the transferable HENIE pedagogical syntax that demonstrates how cultural artifacts can specifically enhance epistemic scientific literacy development.

Integrating Technology to Elevate the Pedagogical Skills of Islamic Religious Educators

2025-08-11T13:19:52+07:00

Purpose of the study: The digital era demands Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers not only master religious content but also effectively integrate technology to enhance learning quality. This study aims to explore how technology is incorporated into PAI teacher competency development programs under the North Sumatra Regional Office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, and to identify associated challenges and opportunities.

Methodology: Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis involving teachers, trainers, and program officials. Thematic analysis was applied to capture experiences and patterns in technology use during training.

Main Findings: Findings indicate that technology integration has positively impacted teachers’ pedagogical and digital competencies. Tools like Google Classroom and LMS platforms are increasingly used. However, challenges remain, such as limited infrastructure, uneven digital literacy, and overly theoretical training modules.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The COVID-19 pandemic served as a catalyst for digital adaptation. Yet, sustainable improvement requires more practical, needs-based training strategies, infrastructure support, and collaboration among stakeholders. A localized integration model is proposed to align digital transformation with the contextual needs of Islamic education.

Teacher Emotional Intelligence and Classroom Leadership Dynamics in Differentiated Learning

2025-08-11T13:19:59+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to examine the relationship between teachers’ emotional intelligence and classroom leadership dynamics in supporting the effectiveness of differentiated learning for students at Senrior high school Muhammadiyah Luwuk.

Methodology: The research method used is a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, classroom observations, and documentation involving teachers, students, and school principals. Data were analyzed using reduction, display, and verification techniques to gain an in-depth understanding of classroom leadership practices and teachers’ emotional intelligence.

Main Findings: The results show that teachers with high levels of emotional intelligence tend to be more adaptive in dealing with classroom dynamics and are able to create an inclusive and participatory learning environment. Dimensions such as empathy, self-awareness and the ability to manage emotions play an important role in facilitating learning differentiation. In addition, transformational leadership style is proven to be effective in building positive relationships between teachers and students, which has a direct impact on improving student motivation and learning outcomes. In conclusion, teachers' emotional intelligence and dynamic classroom leadership are key factors in the successful implementation of differentiated learning.

Novelty/Originality of this study: These findings provide important implications for teacher professional development and more targeted training design. Previous studies have mostly focused on the individual effects of emotional intelligence or teacher leadership on learning outcomes, while the dynamic interaction between the two in shaping differentiated learning practices is still an open area for further exploration.

Differential Effectiveness of Differentiated Learning Strategies in the Merdeka Curriculum: A Comparative Study with the 2013 Curriculum

2025-08-11T13:20:36+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study examines the effect of differentiated learning strategies implemented in the Merdeka Curriculum compared to the 2013 Curriculum on student learning outcomes.

Methodology: Using a quantitative comparative design, data were collected from report card scores of 36 students (20 from the Merdeka Curriculum and 16 from the 2013 Curriculum) and analyzed using an independent sample t-test.

Main Findings: Findings reveal a significant improvement in learning outcomes for students under the Merdeka Curriculum (M=79.95) compared to the 2013 Curriculum (M=77.40), with a mean difference of 2.55 (p < 0.05).

Novelty/Originality of this study: This research highlights the effectiveness of differentiation in Indonesian curriculum reform and provides evidence for policymakers to adopt student-centered strategies to enhance learning outcomes.

Needs Analysis for Developing Interactive Learning Resources Assisted by Geogebra Through the Spada Unismuh Learning Management System to Improve Students’ Mathematical Visualization Skills

2025-08-11T13:20:27+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to analyze the need for developing GeoGebra-assisted interactive learning resources integrated into the SPADA Learning Management System to improve students' mathematical visualization skills.

Methodology: The study involved 29 lecturers from the Mathematics Education Study Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar. A questionnaire was used to gather data on first-year undergraduates needs regarding GeoGebra-based learning resources in SPADA Learning Management System. Data analysis was quantitative using descriptive statistics and qualitative analysis for suggestions.

Main Findings: The study revealed that 83% of lecturers emphasized the importance of developing GeoGebra-assisted learning resources in SPADA Learning Management System to improve understanding of abstract mathematical concepts. Most lecturers were familiar with SPADA LMS, but the use of features for mathematical visualization was limited.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study is the first to analyze the need to integrate GeoGebra into the SPADA Learning Management System in order to improve mathematics learning through interactive visual representations. This study expands knowledge by proposing an innovative approach to improve mathematical visualization, helping students better understand abstract concepts, and improving student learning outcomes in mathematics.

How ICT Supports the Mathematical Problem-Solving Learning Process of Secondary School Students: A Systematic Literature Review

2025-08-11T13:20:02+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to systematically examine the role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in supporting students’ mathematical problem-solving processes at the secondary school level. It addresses the current gap in the literature by providing a focused synthesis of how ICT is utilized in mathematics education to enhance students’ problem-solving abilities.

Methodology: A Systematic Literature Review was conducted following the PRISMA protocol. Articles were sourced from reputable databases, such as Scopus, Taylor & Francis Online (Tandfonline), and Education Resources Information Center (ERIC). Through a rigorous selection process based on relevance and quality criteria, 25 peer-reviewed articles published within the past ten years were analyzed and synthesized.

Main Findings: The review reveals that ICT is widely employed to improve the quality of instruction and students’ problem-solving skills in mathematics. ICT supports learning across various topics such as geometry, calculus, and algebra, mainly through visualization tools and interactive simulations. Furthermore, ICT serves multiple roles: as a medium for ICT-assisted instruction, a complement to instructional materials, a platform for online learning, an assessment tool and a resource for student-directed learning, and as an adaptive and diagnostic learning systems.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study contributes a focused and systematic analysis of how ICT specifically enhances mathematical problem-solving at the secondary level, a perspective that has been underrepresented in existing reviews. By identifying the specific functions and impacts of ICT in this context, the study lays the groundwork for future research and development of ICT-based pedagogical strategies in mathematics education.

Diversity of Insect Visitors to Oil Palm Flowers in Smallholder Plantations as a Potential Resource for Environment Based Learning in Education

2025-08-11T13:19:50+07:00

Purpose of the study: Insect visitors to oil palm flowers, an important component in the pollination process and ecosystem services, are evaluated for their diversity in this study. The research explores their potential as a resource for environment-based learning rooted in local contexts within smallholder plantations, aiming to raise awareness and support sustainable education practices in the community.

Methodology: Insects were collected using sweep nets, yellow pan traps, and direct observation. Identification was conducted using a Nikon SMZ445 stereo microscope and reference to entomological keys. Data analysis was carried out descriptively, focusing on species composition and abundance. An e-pocket book was developed as a learning resource.

Main Findings: The results showed a total of 50 morphospecies of insect visitors on both male and female oil palm flowers. The number of insect species visiting male flowers was higher, consisting of 38 morphospecies belonging to 21 families and 10 orders. The results of the study were developed into a local wisdom-based pocket book focused on the diversity of insect visitors to oil palm flowers in smallholder plantations. The learning resource was validated by content experts, design experts, media experts, and students, with an average score of 81.7%, indicating it is highly suitable for use in environment-based education.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study highlights insect diversity in smallholder oil palm plantations, which is rarely documented. It also links ecological data with educational applications, providing a model for utilizing local biodiversity as a teaching resource in environmental and biology education.

Evaluating Tafsir Tarbawi Learning with the CIPP Model: A Study of Islamic Education Students in Tarbiyah Faculties

2025-08-11T13:19:57+07:00

Smart Apps Creator Warak Ngendhog with SAVI Learning Model to Enhance Critical Thinking and Poetry Comprehension

2025-08-12T11:39:41+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to design, assess the feasibility, and evaluate the effectiveness of Smart Apps Creator Warak Ngendhog as a digital learning medium to enhance critical thinking and poetry comprehension among Grade IV students at Elementary School Kalibanteng Kidul 01.

Methodology: Insects The research employed a Research and Development (R&D) approach using the Borg & Gall development model, completed up to the eighth stage. Participants included 28 Grade IV students. Data collection involved feasibility assessments by experts, teacher and student response questionnaires, normality testing, t-tests, and N-Gain analysis.

Main Findings: The Smart Apps Creator Warak Ngendhog media was successfully developed to address learning needs and promote both cognitive and literary skills. Feasibility ratings were highly positive, with scores of 96% from media experts and 90% from content experts. Statistical analysis confirmed its effectiveness, with t-test results showing Sig. (2-tailed) = 0.000 (< 0.05).

Novelty/Originality of this study: This research introduces an innovative integration of local cultural heritage—Warak Ngendhog poetry—into a modern, interactive digital application developed with Smart Apps Creator. Unlike conventional poetry teaching methods, the media adopts the SAVI (Somatic, Auditory, Visual, Intellectual) learning model, tailored to students’ developmental levels, and incorporates HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills)-based evaluation questions. This dual emphasis on cultural literacy and 21st-century learning skills positions the media as both a preservation tool for local traditions and a catalyst for higher-order cognitive development.

The Big Book of Narrative Text Pagerwunung Based on CIRC Model Efforts to Improve Cursive Writing Skills

2025-08-12T11:31:39+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to describe the design, feasibility, and effectiveness of an upright writing big book media developed to enhance the writing skills of second-grade students. The big book presents narrative texts integrating local wisdom, specifically highlighting the Pagerwunung Nature Reserve, to foster both literacy and cultural appreciation.

Methodology: Employing the Research and Development (R&D) method with the Borg and Gall model, the study was conducted up to the eighth stage, focusing on feasibility and effectiveness testing due to time and cost constraints. The Cooperative Integrated Reading and Composition (CIRC) learning model was embedded into the media to strengthen collaborative reading and structured writing activities.

Main Findings: The big book media design received a feasibility score of 90% from media experts and 93% from material experts, both categorized as “very feasible.” Effectiveness testing showed a significant improvement in students’ upright writing skills, supported by their increased engagement and comprehension of narrative structure.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This research introduces a dual innovation: (1) integrating upright writing instruction with localized narrative content rooted in the Pagerwunung Nature Reserve, enabling students to visualize and contextualize learning through familiar cultural and environmental references; and (2) embedding the CIRC learning model into big book media, fostering cooperative literacy development while enhancing writing accuracy and fluency. By combining cultural literacy with technical writing skills, this approach not only supports academic achievement but also strengthens students’ sense of place and environmental stewardship, offering a replicable model for culturally responsive literacy instruction.

Improving Vocabulary Comprehension Lower Grade Elementary Students: Lawang Sewu Semarang Game Mobile Based on the Teams Games Tournament

2025-08-19T21:51:45+07:00

Purpose of the study: The lack of innovation in Indonesian language learning media lowers students’ cognitive ability in interpreting vocabulary Indonesian language. This study aims to: 1) analyze learning needs; 2) describe the design of the Lawang Sewu mobile game; 3) describe its feasibility; and 4) describe its effectiveness.

Methodology: This study used a research and development (R&D) method based on the Borg and Gall model. Participants were divided into small- and large-scale trial groups. One media expert and one subject expert validated the product. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and questionnaires. Effectiveness was measured using t-tests and N-Gain analysis.

Main Findings: The study results revealed that needs analysis through questionnaires, interviews, and observations indicated that current learning does not utilize effective media and requires media development. The media was developed as a digital application with interactive content and visual illustrations. Validation results showed the media was highly feasible, receiving scores of 95% from media experts and 94% from material experts. The effectiveness test confirmed the alternative hypothesis (Ha), with N-Gain scores of 0.71 and 0.77, categorized as high.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This research introduces the Lawang Sewu mobile game, an innovative learning media based on the Teams Games Tournament (TGT) model. Its novelty lies in using interactive digital media, rarely applied before, combined with Semarang local stories to enhance low-grade students' vocabulary interpretation in a fun, contextual, and competitive way.

Flipbook-Based Digital Comics: Learning Outcomes and Attitudes of Elementary School Students

2025-08-14T00:18:45+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to develop, assess the feasibility, and evaluate the effectiveness of the Flipbook-Based Digital Comics to Improve Learning Outcomes and Attitudes of Grade IV Students.

Methodology: The research employed a Research and Development (R&D) method using the Borg & Gall development model up to the eighth stage. The subjects of this study were 28 Grade IV students at Elementary School Tambangan 01 Semarang. Data analysis techniques included media feasibility assessments, teacher and student response analyses, normality testing, t-tests, and N-Gain evaluation.

Main Findings: Based on the results obtained, flipbook-based digital comic media can be used in learning activities. Flipbook-based digital comic learning media is effectively used in learning grade IV material on attitudes and behavior that reflect the practice of Pancasila in social life. The results of the validation assessment of media experts and material experts obtained a percentage of 83.33% and 100% which means it has a very feasible classification level. The student pretest score was 55% and the posttest score was 86.13%. The percentage of student learning outcomes classically increased by 31.13%.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this research lies in the media Flipbook-Based Digital Comics to Improve Learning Outcomes and Attitudes. In addition, the learning model has been adjusted to students’ abilities and uses HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills) based evaluation questions.

A Flipbook on Waste Recycling Based on the Problem-Based Learning Model: An Effort to Improve Students’ Understanding of Explanatory Texts

2025-08-17T15:50:31+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aims to: (1) describe the design of a flipbook media for teaching explanatory text comprehension; (2) present the results of the flipbook's feasibility testing; and (3) analyze its effectiveness in enhancing students’ understanding of explanatory texts.

Methodology: The research employed the Research and Development (R&D) method using the Borg & Gall model, encompassing the stages of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The study was conducted at Elementary School Nongkosawit 01, Semarang City, involving both teacher and student participants.

Main Findings: The developed flipbook was designed to be visually appealing, pedagogically relevant, and responsive to the needs of teachers and students. Feasibility testing yielded very high validation scores 93.00% from media experts and 95.00% from material experts placing it in the “very feasible” category. Teacher and student responses indicated that the flipbook significantly supported engagement and comprehension. Effectiveness trials showed improvement rates of 84.16% in small-scale and 81.26% in large-scale trials, confirming its suitability for Grade V explanatory text learning.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The innovation of this study lies in the integration of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) with locally relevant recycled waste content into a digital flipbook format. This combination not only strengthens students’ mastery of explanatory texts but also embeds values of responsibility, environmental care, and sustainability. By contextualizing literacy learning with environmental education, the flipbook serves as both an academic and character-building tool. This model provides a replicable, culturally grounded, and eco-conscious approach to literacy instruction in primary schools.

Evaluation of Input and Process in the Implementation of Online Poetry Appreciation Learning

2025-08-14T01:50:50+07:00

Purpose of the study: This study aimed to describe and analyze the evaluation of input and process in online poetry appreciation learning at senior high schools in Purworejo Regency. Evaluation is an essential part of the learning process, serving as a reflection on the achievement of learning objectives.

Methodology: This study employed a program evaluation research approach using the Stufflebeam evaluation model, focusing on input and process evaluation. Data collection techniques included both interactive and non-interactive methods. The interactive analysis components involved data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing.

Main Findings: The input evaluation revealed that: a) some students did not own personal technological devices, experienced internet quota limitations, lacked deep media and digital literacy learning, and had limited access to translated poetry e-books, b) there was a need to improve teachers’ pedagogical and professional competence standards, and c) The school had implemented several relevant programs, including tablet loan programs, internet quota aid, school domain email creation, IT team formation, periodic training on the use of learning devices and social media, counseling support by guidance and counseling teachers, and the establishment of a digital library.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study contributes valuable insights into the alignment between input and process in poetry appreciation learning, tailored to the characteristics of the schools involved.