Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE)

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

Nabilah Khalda — 2025-06-26

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

Yeni Yuniarti — 2025-07-23

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

Mareike Seska Diana Lotulung — 2025-07-29

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

Lena Lestary — 2025-07-30

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

Hepi Maizon — 2025-07-31

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

Muhammad Ridha Assagaf — 2025-07-31

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

Tuhfatul Amin — 2025-07-31

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

Masruroh Masruroh — 2025-07-31

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

Citra Alif Lia Elliana Arianti — 2025-07-28

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

Yeyen Fitri — 2025-07-23

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

Frinawaty Lestarina Barus — 2025-07-31

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 in Indonesia: A Case Study at Bina Kasih Christian High School, Jambi

Setia Paulina Sinulingga

Multicultural education is vital in building an inclusive society, particularly in diverse countries like Indonesia. However, its implementation often faces obstacles due to a lack of recognition of students' cultural and religious identities, hindering an inclusive learning environment. This study examines the application of Charles Taylor's theory of recognition in multicultural education, focusing on a case study of Bina Kasih Christian High School in Jambi. Taylor's theory emphasizes acknowledging individual and group identities to foster equal social relationships. Using a qualitative approach, data was collected through interviews, participatory observation, and school document analysis, which were analyzed thematically. The research explores school policies, teaching practices, and student-teacher social interactions. Findings show that Bina Kasih Christian High School incorporates recognition principles by facilitating interfaith and intercultural dialogue, creating a curriculum reflecting diversity, and involving the community. However, challenges persist, such as discrepancies between formal policies and daily practices, and the persistence of stereotypes in student interactions. The school’s religious identity influences recognition dynamics, balancing its values with the needs of students from diverse backgrounds. This study underscores the importance of Taylor’s theory in advancing multicultural education in Indonesia. Recognition principles can enhance mutual respect and inclusivity, but require stronger support through diversity-based policies. Recommendations include multicultural teacher training, increased parental involvement, and guidelines promoting identity recognition, contributing both empirically and theoretically to the development of multicultural education in Indonesia.

TEACHERS' PERCEPTIONS AND STRATEGIES IN PROMOTING READING LITERACY AT STATE MADRASAH IBTIDAIYAH IN BAUBAU CITY

karim karim — 2025-08-02

Abstract: 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. The research employs a qualitative approach with a phenomenological method to explore teachers' views and experiences. Data were collected through observations, semi-structured interviews, and document analysis. The instruments used include interview guides, observation sheets, and document analysis formats. Data analysis was conducted interactively, encompassing data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that teachers' perceptions of reading literacy vary, ranging from technical skills to critical comprehension of texts. Teaching strategies implemented include the phoneme-grapheme approach, group discussions, and project-based learning, tailored to the grade level. The main challenges encountered include limited reading materials, minimal family environment support, and school policies that inadequately support literacy initiatives. Despite these challenges, interactive and collaborative teaching strategies have proven effective in improving students' critical thinking skills, particularly in understanding religious texts. This study highlights the importance of synergy between teachers' perceptions, teaching strategies, and environmental support in fostering a strong literacy culture.

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

Atika Wasilah — 2025-07-29

Purpose of the study: This study aims to create innovative humanistic teaching materials based on respect education in teaching literature in schools to overcome cases of bullying that still occur frequently. The research method used is the 4D development model, which includes the stages of define, design, develop, and disseminate.

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 began with observing learning conditions in the literature teaching course of the Indonesian Language and Literature Education Study Program. Interviews with lecturers revealed that student learning conditions were still not optimal, especially in the implementation process and the availability of teaching materials. It was also found that respect-based literature teaching materials had never been developed or applied.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The results showed that from four aspects—content, language, presentation, and graphics—both students and lecturers 'strongly agree' on the need to develop teaching materials for literature teaching based on respect education. This assumption was supported by a needs analysis score in the 76%–100% category: content 93.38%, language 90.44%, presentation 91.91%, and graphics 89.46%. These findings highlight the urgency and relevance of integrating respect education into literature teaching to promote a more respectful and value-oriented learning environment.

COLLABORATIVE LEARNING THEORY IN OVERCOMING SPEAKING ANXIETY IN UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN BAUBAU CITY

nadir nadir — 2025-08-02

This study aims to explore the effectiveness of Collaborative Learning Theory in overcoming speaking anxiety in undergraduate students in Baubau City. This study is expected to contribute to the development of more effective learning strategies in higher education environments, especially in improving students' speaking skills. The study used a qualitative descriptive method. The population of this study was universities in Baubau City, consisting of Muhammadiyah University of Butun (UM Buton), Dayanu Ikhsanuddin University (Unidayan), Buton Raya Institute of Health and Technology. The sampling technique for this study used the Random Sampling Technique. For this reason, the researcher took data from several students from each Study Program at each university, with a total of 24 students. Based on the data on the achievement of public speaking anxiety indicators, the cause of the highest anxiety for students in Baubau City is the third indicator, namely "Unable to estimate what the listener expects" experienced by 18 sample students and there were 6 sample students who did not experience public speaking anxiety problems. This means that the level of speaking anxiety in the third indicator reached 25 percent of the 24 sample students. In other words, almost everyone who experiences public speaking anxiety problems is caused by the third indicator.

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

Rosmaida Sinaga — 2025-07-29

Purpose of the study: This study aims to present the findings at the Bongal Site as an important learning resource in the History subject in Senior High Schools to understand the dynamics of cultural interaction and the spread of religion in the Archipelago in ancient times. The Bongal Site in Jago-Jago Village, Badiri District, Central Tapanuli Regency, is one of the important early evidences of the entry of Christianity into the Indonesian region, especially Sumatra, in the 4th to 5th centuries AD.

Methodology: This research employs a qualitative method, utilizing both historical and archaeological approaches. The historical approach aims to reconstruct the process of Christianity’s arrival on the west coast of Sumatra. Alongside fieldwork, the study also reinforces its findings through an extensive review of relevant literature.

Main Findings: The spread of early Christianity to Sumatra remains a subject of mystery among historians. Written records indicate that the Nestorian Church had established a presence in the Fansur (Barus) region along Sumatra’s west coast. Through archaeological research, a number of artifacts were found at the Bongal Site, such as rings with cross symbols, Roman beads, stones engraved with crosses, and Byzantine liturgical spoons.

Novelty/Originality of this study: These findings show similarities in characteristics with Byzantine and early Roman Christian artifacts. Based on comparative analysis of artifacts, it can be concluded that Christianity had reached the west coast of Sumatra during that period.

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

agus setiawan — 2025-07-23

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, as well as to describe their decision-making patterns and strategies that can encourage readiness to accept leadership responsibilities at the elementary school level.

Methodology: This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, non-participant observations, and documentation of six teachers at SDN Jaya Mulya Musi Rawas. The data analysis technique follows the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing based on the Miles and Huberman approach. The validity of the data is guaranteed through source triangulation.

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. In addition, it was found that strategies such as leadership training, career mentoring, and institutional incentives play an important role in driving teacher readiness

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study offers an original contribution by revealing the pattern of teacher decision-making in rejecting the position of principal in the context of rural elementary schools, which has been under-appreciated. The study also recommends context-based strategic interventions to strengthen teacher leadership readiness.

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

Safirra Wahyu Citera Purnama — 2025-07-23

Purpose of the study: This study aims to develop, assess the feasibility, and evaluate the effectiveness of the Smart Apps Creator Warak Ngendhog media in improving critical thinking and poetry comprehension among Grade IV students at SDN Kalibanteng Kidul 01.

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 SDN Kalibanteng Kidul 01. Data analysis techniques included media feasibility assessments, teacher and student response analyses, normality testing, t-tests, and N-Gain evaluation.

Main Findings: The results indicated that the Smart Apps Creator Warak Ngendhog media was successfully developed to meet the needs of both teachers and students in enhancing critical thinking and poetry comprehension. This media was deemed highly feasible based on expert assessments—96% from media experts and 90% from content experts. The media was also found to be effective, as evidenced by the t-test result with a Sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.000 < 0.05.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this research lies in the media smart apps creator understands the contents of warak ngendhog poetry more modernly and is packaged in the form of a digital application. In addition, adopting the SAVI learning model that is adjusted to students' abilities and using evaluation questions based on HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills) questions.

Bibliometric Analysis on the Use of Social Studies Learning Models in Elementary Schools (2014-2024)

Dimas Satrio — 2025-07-23

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 global research on Social Studies learning models at the elementary school level using Scopus data. It offers new insight into publication patterns, keyword trends, and country contributions, supporting future policy-making, curriculum planning, and research directions in primary education.

The Effect of the Implementation of Quantum Teaching Learning Methods on Student Learning Outcomes

Limsi — 2025-07-23

Purpose of the study: This study aims to examine the effectiveness of the Quantum Teaching learning model in improving student learning outcomes in PPKn subjects covering cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains.

Methodology: This study used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest approach of the control group, involving grade V students from two elementary schools in Muara Lakitan District. Data were collected through written tests, observation sheets, and learning motivation questionnaires. The validity of the instrument was tested using Pearson Product Moment correlation and its reliability was measured using the Kappa coefficient.

Main Findings: The results showed that students in the experimental group obtained significantly higher posttest scores than the control group, both in concept understanding, emotional engagement, and active participation in project-based learning activities.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this study lies in the integration of the TANDUR syntax in Quantum Teaching with the context of PPKn material which is rooted in the values of diversity, resulting in a more humanistic and meaningful learning experience. This approach makes a practical contribution in shaping critical thinking skills, tolerant attitudes, and social abilities of elementary school students based on Pancasila values.

Listening to the Dedency: A Study on the Evaluation of Moral Pedagogy through Gendang Bugis Playing in the Digital Era

Rachmat Rachmat — 2025-07-23

This article aims to explore how the traditional art game of Gendang Bugis is used as an evaluation of moral pedagogy in a digital context. The research method uses an exploratory qualitative approach with digital ethnographic techniques, which involves in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and analysis of digital documentation from YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok platforms. The results of the study show that moral values such as discipline, respect, solidarity, and cooperation are successfully maintained in the digital representation of Gendang Bugis game. The example of senior players significantly influences the internalization of moral values among the younger generation through interactive and dynamic virtual interactions. Although digitalization presents challenges in maintaining the authenticity of moral values, this study confirms that digital platforms actually strengthen the effectiveness of traditional art-based moral pedagogy. Research recommends the development of more explicit and interactive educational content to maximize the potential of traditional art's moral pedagogy in the digital space.

Developments of Big Book of Narrative Text Pagerwunung Based on CIRC Model Efforts to Improve Cursive Writing Skills of Grade II Students of SDN 3 Kedungsuren Kendal.

Dewi Safitri — 2025-07-25

Purpose of the study: To describe the design of the upright writing big book media, the results of the feasibility test, and the results of the big book media effectiveness test to improve the upright writing skills of grade II students of SDN 3 Kedungsuren in the form of narrative texts associated with local local wisdom in the form of the Pagerwunung nature reserve.

Methodology: This research uses the Research and Development (RnD) research method with the Borg and Gall development model up to the eighth stage. The selection of the development model until the eighth stage because it focuses on testing the effectiveness and feasibility of the media by considering the limited time and cost in large quantities.

Main Findings: The results showed that the media design of the Pagerwunung narrative text big book based on the CIRC model can improve students' upright writing skills by obtaining a score of 90% from media experts and 93% from material experts, the percentage of these scores is included in the very feasible criteria.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this research is the development of a big book media for writing upright by lifting the local wisdom of the local area, namely the Pagerwunung nature reserve. The narrative text associated with the Pagerwunung nature reserve makes it easier for students to imagine and understand the subject matter. In addition, the novelty of this research is using the Cooperative Integrated Reading and Composition (CIRC) learning model.

Evaluation of Tafsir Tarbawi Learning Based on the CIPP Model: Study on Islamic Education Students of the Faculty of Tarbiyah, Islamic Religious Universities

Saiful Lutfi — 2025-07-25

Purpose of the study: This study aims to evaluate the learning process of the Tafsir Tarbawi course in the Faculty of Tarbiyah at Islamic Religious Higher Education Institutions (PTKI) using the CIPP (Context, Input, Process, Product) evaluation model.

Methodology: This research employed a qualitative-evaluative approach using the CIPP model. Data were collected through structured interviews, classroom observations, questionnaires, and documentation review. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis for qualitative data and descriptive statistics for quantitative data. The study involved students, lecturers, and curriculum managers at PTKI.

Main Findings: The course content was relevant, but there were disparities in student readiness. The input dimension showed adequate curriculum yet lacked digital integration. Lectures dominated teaching methods, limiting student engagement. Application of tafsir in educational practice remained weak. Students expressed a strong preference for digital media and project-based learning.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study applies a comprehensive managerial evaluation model (CIPP) to a normatively theological subject in Islamic higher education, which is rarely done. It offers a new perspective on aligning traditional tafsir learning with modern pedagogical practices and digital technology, enhancing its relevance and applicability in Islamic education.

DEVELOPMENT OF NUMBER PUZZLES (PUKA) ON KPK AND FPB MATERIALS TO IMPROVE MATHEMATICS LEARNING OUTCOMES OF GRADE V STATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4 MINDAHAN JEPARA

Sukmawati Susanti — 2025-07-25

Purpose of the study: This study aims to test the feasibility and effectiveness of the Number Puzzle (PUKA) media product developed by researchers, as an innovation in improving the mathematics learning outcomes of fifth grade students of elementary school 4 Mindahan Jepara on the material of the KPK and FPB.

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.

Main Findings: Learning environment is less supportive in the use of learning media that is concrete to the characteristics of students, so learning is not effective. Many grade 5 students have difficulty in understanding mathematical 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.

Development of Flipbook-Based Digital Comics to Improve Learning Outcomes and Attitudes of Grade IV Students

Rodhotul Janah — 2025-07-25

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 SDN 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

Development of a Flipbook on Waste Recycling Based on the Problem Based Learning Model: An Effort to Improve Students' Understanding of Explanatory Texts in Grade V

Lintang Luthfiana — 2025-07-25

Purpose of the study: The research objectives used are: Describe media designflipbookunderstanding explanatory text; Describing the results of the media feasibility test flip bookunderstanding explanatory text; Describing the results of media effectiveness testsflip flopk understanding of explanatory text.

Methodology: The research method used is: Research and Development (R&D) with the Borg & Gall model, which includes the stages of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The research was conducted at SDN Nongkosawit 01, Semarang City.

Main Findings: The following research results indicate that the flipbook design is very interesting and helps teachers and students' needs in improving their understanding of explanatory texts. The validation or feasibility results of the developed flipbook are classified as very feasible to use with data from 93.00% media experts and 95.00% material experts. Teacher and student responses also show that this media is interesting and helps the learning process. The results of the effectiveness of product trials on a small and large scale show data of 84.16% on a small scale and 81.26% on a large scale. So it can be concluded that the flipbook recycling waste based on the Problem Based Learning model is effective and feasible to use to improve students' understanding of explanatory texts in grade V.

Novelty/Originality of this study: Media development according to the problem by developing a PBL-based flipbook with local recycled waste content as a tool to integrate the values of character responsibility, care, and environmental awareness as well as an appropriate pedagogical approach.

Development Lawang Sewu Semarang Game Mobile Based On The Teams Games Tournament Model In Improving Vocabulary Comprehension Lower Grade Students of SDN Bringin 02 Semarang

Angelika — 2025-07-25

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.

Tifa as Ethno-STEM Gateways to Scientific Literacy

Henie Poerwandar Asmaningrum — 2025-07-29

Purpose of the study: This study examined the effect of a Tifa-based Ethno-STEM instructional approach on the development of scientific literacy in secondary schools in Papua, Indonesia. This included how using the indigenous Tifa drum as part of a science teaching and learning approach shapes understanding of the science content, procedural and epistemic aspects.

Methodology: Utilizing a true experimental research design, with a pretest-posttest control group design, we conducted the study with a sample of 40 eighth grade students randomly assigned to either the experimental or control group.

Main Findings: Overall the Tifa-based Ethno-STEM instruction produced higher gains than traditional instruction (0.48 normalized gain versus 0.31) which is a large difference based on the effect size (Cohen's d = 0.84). The epistemic dimension of scientific literacy showed the largest improvement with the experimental group (77% versus 60%), emphasizing the unique ability of this approach to develop students' understanding of knowledge construction, based on explicitly and effectively navigating between indigenous and scientific forms of knowledge. Student responses indicated high levels of engagement, cultural pride and accessibility for students.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study is the first quantitative study to provide evidence of the effectiveness of a structured Ethno-STEM approach using an indigenous musical instrument when acting as a science learning tool. The HENIE model offers a transferable framework in which science education teaching and learning may integrate an indigenous cultural perspective.

Integration of Technology in Improving the Competence of Islamic Religious Teachers at the Regional Office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of North Sumatra

Nurhaizan Sembiring — 2025-07-29

Purpose of the study: This study discusses the integration of technology in the program to improve the competence of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers at the Regional Office of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of North Sumatra. In the digital era, the use of technology is a crucial factor in improving the effectiveness of learning and teacher professionalism.

Methodology: The research method used is a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through interviews, observations, and documentation studies.

Main Findings: The results of the study show that the use of technology in Islamic Religious Education teacher training programs has had a positive impact on improving teachers' pedagogical and digital skills, although there are still obstacles such as limited infrastructure and varying digital literacy.

Novelty/Originality of this study: Thus, a more systematic, consistent, and contextual strategy is needed in technology integration to ensure the ongoing effectiveness of training programs.

Teacher Emotional Intelligence and Classroom Leadership Dynamics in Differentiated Learning

Hasrat A. Aimang — 2025-07-29

In the context of modern education, differentiated learning is an important strategy to accommodate students' diverse abilities, interests and learning styles. However, the success of this strategy is greatly influenced by the teacher's role as a classroom leader, especially in managing emotions and interpersonal interactions. 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 SMA Muhammadiyah Luwuk. 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. 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. These findings provide important implications for teacher professional development and more targeted training design.

Differential Implementation of Differential Learning Strategies to Improve Learning Outcomes in The Merdeka Curriculum

Mochamad Muchson — 2025-07-29

Purpose of the study: This study aims to describe the differences in learning outcomes resulting from the implementation of differentiation learning strategies in the Merdeka Curriculum compared to the 2013 Curriculum.

Methodology: A quantitative research approach with a comparative research design was used. Data collection was conducted through documentation, and data analysis was carried out using the Merdeka sample t-test.

Main Findings: The results indicate that the average learning outcome score in the Merdeka Curriculum is significantly higher than that in the 2013 Curriculum. The difference in scores between the two curricula ranges from -0.12862 to 5.22787, with an average difference of 2.54963

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study highlights the effectiveness of differentiation learning strategies in the Merdeka Curriculum, demonstrating their positive impact on student learning outcomes compared to the traditional approach used in the 2013 Curriculum.

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

Sri Satriani — 2025-07-29

Purpose of the Study:

This study aims to analyze the need for developing GeoGebra-assisted interactive learning resources integrated into the SPADA Unismuh 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 student needs regarding GeoGebra-based learning resources in SPADA LMS. 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 LMS SPADA 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 highlights the potential of integrating GeoGebra into LMS SPADA to enhance mathematical learning through interactive visual representations. It advances knowledge by proposing an innovative approach to improve mathematical visualization, helping students better understand abstract concepts.

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

Ahmad Dzulfikar — 2025-07-29

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

Samsurizal M Suleman — 2025-07-29

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.