Cenderawasih University Research Articles

Project-Based Learning Model to Improve Students' Creativity in Biology Learning Media Courses Biology Education Study Program, Cenderawasih University

The purpose of this study is to improve students' learning creativity through the application of the Project Based Learning (PjBL) learning model. This type of research is Classroom Action Research with four stages, namely planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The research instrument uses observation sheets and learning outcome tests. Observations are carried out during learning, and learning outcome tests are given at the end of each cycle. Based on the results of the study, it was obtained in cycle 1 that the creativity indicator for fluent thinking was 37% in the less category; cycle II 60% in the good category, and cycle III 73% in the good category; then the flexible thinking indicator in cycle I was 36% in the less category, cycle II 65% in the good category, and cycle III 78% in the good category; original thinking indicator cycle I is 20% in the less category, cycle II 61% is in the good category and cycle III 75% in the good category; elaboration thinking indicator cycle I is 15% in the very less category, cycle II 57% in the sufficient category and cycle III 67% in the good category. Learning outcome data in cycle I is only 37% of students who completed, cycle II 60% of students who completed, and cycle III 78% of students who completed.

Revealing Academic Stress in Medical Students of Cenderawasih University, Jayapura, Papua Province, Indonesia

The prevalence of stress experienced by Indonesian students is 36.7–71.6%. Academic stress also occurs in students in Papua. However, the causative factors have not been revealed. The aim of this study was to reveal the academic stress of medical students of Cenderawasih University and its related factors. The research used is cross-sectional, sampling technique uses purposive sampling, with a total sample of 188. The research was carried out in December 2023 at the Faculty of Medicine, Cenderawasih University, Jayapura. The result showed a significant and risky relationship with student academic stress are academic factors (p-value 0.018) RP=2,704, and health conditions (p-value 0.021) RP=5,143. All of these factors must be managed well by Medical education team management.

OBITUARY: Arnold Clemens Ap: His West Papuan legacy lives on

Arnold Clemens Ap was born on 1 July 1946 on Numfor Island in Biak, at the time, part of the Dutch colony of Netherlands New Guinea. After schooling at church missions in Biak, he studied geography at the Teacher Training School of Cenderawasih University in Abepura, Jayapura, between 1967 and 1973. That year, he was appointed as the curator of the university’s museum, known as Loka Budaya, which became a centre for West Papuan cultural revival. His work to collect and perform songs in Papuan languages played a vital role in the development of a West Papuan national identity, transcending colonial boundaries and inter-tribal conflicts. He was murdered by Indonesian special forces in 1984. This year, 26 April 2024, marked the 40th anniversary of the death of this charismatic cultural leader. For West Papuans, in exile and at home, it has been an important time for commemoration.

Representation Process of Prospective Teachers in Solving Mathematical Problems Based on Cognitive Style

This study investigates the correlation between cognitive styles and the thinking process utilized when solving mathematical problems, emphasizing the significance of aligning problem-solving strategies with problem representations. Employing a qualitative approach, the research examines two cognitive styles—Field Independent (FI) and Field Dependent (FD)—chosen based on participants' mathematical abilities. Conducted at Cenderawasih University's Mathematics Education Study Program, the study reveals that students' mathematical problem-solving proficiency remains relatively low, warranting further exploration of their thinking processes. While FI subjects demonstrate competence in aligning thinking processes with mathematical representations, particularly in structuring problem-solving steps, FD subjects exhibit limitations in articulating meaning and verbal representations. These findings underscore the importance of instructing educators not only in teaching mathematical concepts but also in guiding students to articulate problem-solving steps using verbal representations. This study highlights the need for a holistic approach to mathematical education, integrating conceptual understanding with effective problem-solving strategies tailored to individual cognitive styles.

Using the Diversity of Lichens in Maribu Forest Area, West Sentani District, Jayapura Regency as a Baseline Data on Environmental Changes

Lichens are thallophytes, capable of absorbing water, nutrients, and chemical compounds in the air, which led to their application as bio-indicators of air quality. Therefore, this research aimed to determine the abundance and diversity of lichens in the Maribu Village, West Sentani District, Jayapura Regency. This research used the exploration method by tracing the observation paths for vegetation and the presence of lichens. This research established three observation stations with three observation plots of 5 m × 5 m in each station. The obtained samples were identified in the Biology Laboratory of FMIPA Cenderawasih University. This research identified 14 tree species belonging to 12 families and 22 species of lichens belonging to 10 families in the observation plots. Phlyctis argena (39 colonies) and Cryptothecia striata (32 colonies) had the highest colony and fell in the 'very common' category, with the diversity index value (H') of 2.79, which was in the medium category status. The results became the first recorded data in the lowland areas of Papua and could become a baseline for further research.

Potret Penguasaan Microsoft Office Mahasiswa Administrasi Perkantoran Papua

The use of technology aligned with the principles of modern office administration. Cenderawasih university students in the department of Office Administration Management are equipped with computer technology skills, particularly Microsoft Office programs. This research aims to assess students’ skill in using Microsoft Office programs i.e. Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Power Point. This quantitative research uses test instruments given to active students in each year group. Results show that students' skill in using the three Microsoft Office applications is only at a low to moderate level. For specific application, namely Microsoft Excel, low and medium skill students were found almost equal in quantity. This research could be used as an evaluation for the university department to improve its student skills.

Reviewer Acknowledgements for World Journal of English Language, Vol. 14, No. 1

World Journal of English Language wishes to acknowledge the following individuals for their assistance with peer review of manuscripts for this issue. Their help and contributions in maintaining the quality of the journal are greatly appreciated.World Journal of English Language is recruiting reviewers for the journal. If you are interested in becoming a reviewer, we welcome you to join us. Please contact us for the application form at: wjel@sciedupress.comReviewers for Volume 14, Number 1Abdul Syahid, Institut Agama Islam Negeri Palangka Raya, IndonesiaAbdulfattah Omar, The Australian National University, AustraliaAli Hussein Hazem, University of Patras, GreeceAmer M Th Ahmed, Dhofar University, OmanAnna Maria Kuzio, University of Zielona Gora, PolandAntonio Piga, University of Cagliari, ItalyAravind B R, Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, IndiaAtyaf Hasan Ibrahim, Al Iraqia University, IraqAyman Khafaga, Suez Canal University, EgyptBadri Abdulhakim Mudhsh, University of Technology and Applied Sciences, OmanBeibei Ren, University of South Florida, USABerhane Gerencheal, Aksum University, EthiopiaChristian Jay Olandria Syting, University of Mindanao, PhilippinesDeena Elshazly, Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, EgyptDon Anton Balida, International College of Engineering and Management, OmanFatma Abusrewel, The University of Tripoli, LibyaGhazwan Mohammed Saeed Mohammed, University of Bisha, Saudi ArabiaHossein Salarian, University of Tehran, IranHouaria Chaal, Hassiba Ben Bouali University of Chlef, AlgeriaHussain Hamid Ali Ghazzaly, Al-Azhar University, EgyptInayatullah Kakepoto, Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering Science & Technology, Nawabshah, PakistanJamal Uthman Nogoud, University of Buraimi, OmanJergen Jel A. Cinco- Labaria, Western Philippines University, PhilippinesJunhua Peng, Anshun University/Universiti Putra Malaysia, ChinaKanthimathi Krishnasamy, Shrimathi Devkunvar Nanalal Bhatt Vaishnav College for Women, IndiaKristiawan Indriyanto, Universitas Prima Indonesia, IndonesiaL. Santhosh Kumar, Kristu Jayanti College ( Autonomous), IndiaLihong Ding, Lanzhou University of Arts and Sciences, ChinaMaria Isabel Maldonado Garcia, University of the Punjab, PakistanMeenakshi Sharma Yadav, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi ArabiaMelania Terrazas Gallego, University of La Rioja, SpainMohamad Amin Shirkhani, University of sistan and baluchestan, IranMohamad Fadhili bin Yahaya, Universiti Teknologi Mara Perlis Branch, MalaysiaMohammed AbdAlgane, Qassim University, Saudi ArabiaMuhammad Farkhan, Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, IndonesiaMuhammad Mooneeb Ali, HED punjab, PakistanMuhammed Ibrahim Hamood, University of Mosul, IraqMundi Rahayu, Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, IndonesiaMusa Saleh, Qimam Al-Ulum Institute for Languages, Saudi ArabiaNing Li, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University (GDPU), ChinaNuriadi Nuriadi, University of Mataram, IndonesiaOlena Andrushenko, Universität Augsburg, GermanyOmar (Mohammad-Ameen) Hazaymeh, Al-Balqa Applied University / Al-Huson University College, JordanÖzkanal, Ümit, Eskisehir Osmangazi University, TurkeyP. Jayakumar, St. Joseph’s College of Engineering, IndiaPhyll Jhann Gildore, University of Mindanao, PhilippinesRaeesabegam Usmani, NMIMS University, Hyderabad Campus, IndiaRamesh Manickkam, Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, IndiaReimundus Raymond Fatubun, Cenderawasih University, Jayapura, IndonesiaS. V. Dhanawade, Vivekanand College(Autonomous) Kolhapur, IndiaSaif Ali Abbas Jumaah, University of Mosul, IraqSara Mansouri, Islamic Azad University-Najafabad branch, IranŞenel, Müfit, 19 Mayıs University, TurkeyServais Dieu-Donné Yédia DADJO, University of Abomey-Calavi, BeninSohaib Alam, College of Sciences and Humanities, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Saudi ArabiaWahaj Unnisa Warda, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi ArabiaWARID BIN MIHAT, Academy of Language Studies, MARA University of Technology (UiTM), MalaysiaYi-Zhen Chang, National Taipei University of Business, Taiwan

MEDICAL STUDENTS’ PERSPECTIVES ON E-LEARNING DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN INDONESIA

Background: Online learning, as one e-learning form, enables interactive learning experiences for students. However, undergraduate students in the medical programme of Cenderawasih University in Papua have been facing various challenges in their engagement with online learning activities during the Covid-19 pandemic. This study examined the perspectives of medical students about their online learning experiences during the university closure due to policy regarding the pandemic situation.Methods: A total of 125 students participated in an online survey using Google Forms, and the data extracted were subject to descriptive analysisResults: The results showed that despite some positive feedback about the online learning management, learning delivery, and motivation received, the students shared their online learning challenges in their interactions with lecturers and peers, their inability to undertake independent self-study, as well as their challenges in group discussions and practicum classes. Other challenges students experienced were difficulties in purchasing internet data and their limited access to learning resources and learning spaces.Conclusion: Taking the socioeconomic and cultural status and contexts of Papua, the most eastern province of Indonesia, this study contributes to the literature on e-learning in medical education in such contexts. Medical faculties in similar settings can also benefit from this study.

Identifying Prospective Biology Teachers’ Digital Literacy Competence at Cenderawasih University

Nowadays, integrating ICT into learning and teaching practice is a challenge faced in the education world. The current educational system requires teachers to master digital literacy competence. The purpose of the present study was to identify the digital literacy competence of prospective biology teachers at Cenderawasih University. A descriptive and quantitative approach, with the survey model, was applied in this paper. A random sampling technique was used with 71 student teachers as data informants. Data were collected from questionnaire items and documentation. Overall, prospective biology teachers’ digital literacy competence was at a high level. Student teachers scored highest in information skills, rated at very high criteria, the second and third areas, namely communication and content-creation, were at high criteria. The lowest values were indicated in safety and problem-solving

An exploration of participants’ views and experiences of cultural museums and their challenges

Cultural museums have always been considered guardians of culture, promoting the core concepts of cultural preservation and conservation. This paper delves into the challenges faced by two cultural museums from various perspectives and examines the transformation of museums in supporting Papuan culture through values centered on conservation and preservation, as gleaned from the experiences and views of the participants. This study is qualitative research that employs an interpretive strategy, with participants including museum personnel, cultural agencies in Papua Province, academics, and teachers from Cenderawasih University. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and literature studies. The study identified three themes: (1) Collection and space management, (2) Museum image, and (3) Capacity building and moral responsibility of human resources. To enhance cultural services, the study suggests that museums in Papua need to focus on strengthening collection management, enhancing visitor convenience, and providing increased staff support in the cultural field.

Utilizing Dynamic Programming for Optional Shortest Route Determination

Fuel prices have seen a significant increase. This encourages individuals to save costs on their fuel expenditure by finding the shortest route to their destination. The shorter the route, the less fuel will be released. This study answers the challenge of determining the shortest route between BTN Lembah Furia Sentani in Jayapura Regency to the Department of Mathematics of Cenderawasih University in Papua Province. Many roads can be passed from BTN Lembah Furia Sentani in Jayapura Regency, to the Department of Mathematics of Cenderawasih University in Papua Province. As is well known, that the streets in Jayapura City have many alternative roads with different characters. The existing road characteristics include density, physical condition of the road and the size of the road width. With the existing road character, it can be assumed that each road has an average travel length. This average value is used as the cost of the road. To solve this problem, a dynamic programming approach is used to identify optimal routes while minimizing costs. The dynamic program utilizes analyzed and calculated data to yield the best outcomes. The results indicate that the quickest path from BTN Lembah Furia Sentani to the Mathematics Department at Cenderawasih University is via Komba Netar Bridge, GKI Petrus Waena Church, covering a distance of 25.2 kilometers

Financial Feasibility Analysis of Cenderawasih University Teaching Hospital Building Project

Acceleration of development in the 3T (Forefront, Outermost and Disadvantaged) areas is the main goal of the government in supporting economic equality and educational services in the land of Papua. So that Cenderawasih University as an extension of the government plans to build a Teaching Hospital to support the activities and development of Cenderawasih University graduates and carry out health services, research and community services. In this study to analyze the feasibility of this teaching hospital project using the NPV (Net Preset Value), BCR (Benefit Cost Ratio), IRR (Internal Rate Ratio), BEP (Break Even Point) and sensitivity analysis methods to determine whether the hospital The project is feasible or not feasible but it is hoped that the results of the analysis are positive.

IDENTIFIKASI KEBERADAAN BAKTERI PADA SAMBAL LALAPAN DI CIGOMBONG KOTARAJA PAPUA

Research has been carried out with the title Identification of the Presence of Bacteria in Sambal Lalapan in Cigombong Kotaraja at the Biology Laboratory of Cenderawasih University Jayapura using samples of sambal lalapan. This research was conducted for 3 months starting from April 23, 2022 to June 6, 2022. The purpose of this study was to determine the presence of bacteria in sambal lalapan in Cigombong Kotaraja. The type of research used in this study is descriptive with a laboratory approach to identify the presence or absence of bacteria in chili sauce in Cigombong Kotaraja. The population used in this study were all fresh chili sauce sellers in Cigombong Kotaraja. The number of samples in this study were 5 samples (total population). The research method used is descriptive method by means of microscopy. To determine the presence or absence of bacteria in sambal lalapan in Cigombong Kotaraja, analyzed by Colony Counter and Microscope by planting on Sodium Agar (NA) media and Gram staining and obtained the results of 5 samples (100%) of sambal lalapan all positive for bacterial contamination with Bacil bacterial cell shape, Gram Negative, Red in color.

Certainty of Health Students to Receive Covid-19 Vaccination in Jayapura City in 2022

Background: Covid-19 vaccination among health students is an example of a social change agent or role model. Health students must be certain and able to use their knowledge. As a result, it is vital to investigate the likelihood of health students receiving Covid-19 immunization as a form of government support for the health program from the Republic of Indonesia. Objectives: To find out the certainty of health students to receive the Covid-19 vaccination in Jayapura City in 2022. Methods: A descriptive survey was carried out to perform quantitative research at Cenderawasih University in Jayapura City in August 2022. A total of 270 samples were collected using the probability sampling method. The instrument utilized was a questionnaire containing questions concerning health students' opinions about adopting the Covid-19 immunization, which was delivered via Google form. The data was edited, coded, entered, and tabulated before being presented in tabular form and narrated. SPSS was used to perform a univariate analysis of the data. Results: There were 190 respondents (70.4%) who were confident in receiving the Covid-19 vaccination, whereas there were 80 respondents (29.6%) who were unsure. Fear of adverse effects such as fever and pain was the most common reason for being unsure about the Covid-19 vaccine, cited by 56 respondents (97.5%), while comorbidity was cited by only two respondents (2.5%). Conclusions: There are still health students who are not sure about the Covid-19 vaccination. Health students need KIE (communication, information, and education) among health students regarding the necessity of the Covid-19 vaccine.

Critical Study of Implementation of Distance Education Policy During a Pandemic

The convergence of technology as a learning media requires educators and learners to overwhelm online learning technology. This study intended to analyze the exact constraints of online learning systems during a pandemic in the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Cenderawasih University. This sort of research was descriptive in a qualitative approach. Sources of data came from interviews, observations, and literature studies. Data analysis ran through the stages of reduction, presentation, and verification of data. The legality of the data was experimented using triangulation. The result showed that there were three core elements which had been excluded by the existence of new media during the Covid-19 pandemic. First, the disposition of companies was based on audiovisual technology to accumulate profits as like subscription system of the Zoom Application. Second, the fading of the actuality of lecturer-student synergies only exist in conventional (face-to-face) learning. Third, the inflammation of humanist education which is summarized by independent learning.

PROBLEMATIKA PEMBELAJARAN DARING DI MASA PANDEMI COVID-19

The Covid-19 pandemic resulted in the emergence of accelerated learning that was previously carried out attractively to be courageous in order to suppress the increase in cases of the Covid-19 virus. This study describes what learning problems are faced by students and also lecturers in the Department of Education, Cenderawasih University. The research method used is descriptive quantitative with indicators including, encouraging learning strategies and clarity, quality of learning materials, student involvement and activeness in the brave class (student engagement) and achievement of course learning achievements (CPMK) as a form of evaluating brave learning during the Covid pandemic -19. The results showed that from a student's point of view, learning courage during the Covid-19 pandemic at JIP Cenderawasih University was still not effective and efficient. Some of the reasons behind this are that there are still many students who do not have gadgets as learning media and it is difficult for students to get internet access.

Hubungan Aktivitas Fisik dan Asupan Nutrisi dengan Status Gizi Mahasiswa Fakultas Ilmu Keolahragaan

This study aims to: (1) Determine the relationship between physical activity and nutrional status in 2018 and 2019 Students of the Faculty of Sport Science Cenderawasih University. (2) Find out the relationship between intake of nutrients and nutrional status of 2018 and 2019 students of the faculty of sport science Cenderawasih University. (3) Determine the relationship between physical activity and intake of nutrients with the nutrion status of 2018 and 2019 Students of the Faculty of Sport Science Cenderawasih University. The method used in this research was correlation. The variable in this study were (1) physical activity (2) intake of nutrients (3) nutrion status. The sample of study was the Students of the Faculty of Sport Science Class of 2018 and 2019 which amounted to 48 people. The data analysis technique used normality test, and hypothesis testing used spearman rank and multiple correlation test with the help of SPSS Version 25. From the result of data analysis obtained: (1) Rank Spearman test results show a significance value of less than P= 0,049 < 0,05, meaning that the hypothesis was accepted. (2) rank spearman that result show a signifinance value more than P=0,837 < 0,05, meaning that the hypothesis is rejected. (3) the result of multiple correlations show that the significance value was more than P= 0,414 > 0,05, meaning that the hypothesis was rejected.

Contributions of Data Science Educational Paradigm in a Disadvantages Area of Indonesia: a case study

The purpose of this community service was to disseminate knowledge on Data Science to lecturers and students enrolled in the Information Systems Program Study at Cenderawasih University. Through a webinar series, participants learned about the importance of data science and analytics. This initiative aims to integrate Data Science into the curriculum, which is currently in its final stages. The introduction of a Data Science course expects to enhance the competencies of human resources in Papua, supporting the developmental efforts of the Indonesian Government. Feedback from participants indicates their satisfaction with the speakers, fulfillment of expectations, and acquisition of new knowledge. Considering their input, the upcoming activity will organize as a workshop.

Multiple Intelligence and the Performance of Indonesian EFL Learners

Many ways of EFL teaching have been practiced by EFL teachers to optimally improve the learners’ performance in English. However, the results of the teaching many times did not meet our expectations. Therefore, this research aims to find a possible better way of teaching EFL by considering the students’ multiple intelligence (MI). A quantitative method of ex post facto design was conducted. The data were collected from the students of EFL learners studying English in the Department of English Education, Cenderawasih University, consisting of 236 students as the subject of the research. The data analysis used a non-parametric test, Kruskal Wallis, to compare the groups’ scores. The result shows that there is no significant difference in performance among the groups of MI. This result suggests that MI does not influence EFL learners’ English performance. This might be caused by the teaching strategies practiced by the lecturers who did not consider MI in their teaching processes. Therefore it is suggested to conduct further comprehensive research on the influence of multiple intelligence-based teaching on the performance of students with higher levels of English ability and or on the adult EFL learners.

Membangkitkan Kembali Olahraga Tradisional Di Era Digital: Implementasi UU No 5 Tahun 2017 Tentang Pemajuan Kebudayaan

The government's efforts to increase cultural resilience in the digital era are carried out with Law No. 5 of 2017 concerning the promotion of culture. One of the objects for promoting culture based on this law is traditional sports. The purpose of this service is to introduce and preserve traditional sports from Papua, namely nenggi kenggi, morning towe, ninanogum paga, agabolo coconut, and tok-tok to the younger generation. This service is carried out as a form of participation in efforts to promote culture which is also in line with the mission of Cenderawasih University, which is to develop science and technology based on culture and environment. The methods used in the service are lectures and demonstrations which are packaged in the form of outreach. Partners in this service are the upper class students of SD Negeri Inpres Prumnas 1 Waena consisting of 50 students. The stages in this community service consist of four stages, namely discussions with partners, designing activity arrangements and socialization materials, implementing community service activities, monitoring and evaluation. Evaluation of activities is carried out by looking at the achievement of the service carried out. Data analysis techniques use descriptive statistics with percentage formulas. The results showed that there was a change in students' understanding from those who did not know to know. Nenggi kenggi games, morning towe, ninanogum paga, agabolo coconuts, and tok-tok can be practiced well by students. This game can be an option for children to reduce smartphone use.)