City Middle School Research Articles

Development of an Android-Based Rhythmicgym Application to Improve Rhythmic Gymnastics Skills of Junior High School Students in Yogyakarta

Aim of this research aim to develop an Android-based Rhythmicgym application to improve the rhythmic gymnastics skills of Yogyakarta City Middle School students. Method of this research use development (R&D). This research procedure adapts the ADDIE development model ( analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation). The research subjects were divided into three groups, namely: (1) three expert lecturers (2) small-scale tests were tested on 36 students and one Physical Education teacher, (3) large-scale tests were tested on 72 students and one Education teacher Physical. Data collection instruments used questionnaires and observation rubrics. The data analysis technique in the validation test uses Aiken V analysis, the feasibility test questionnaire is analyzed using a Likert scale Results The results of the material and media instrument validation tests obtained an average Aiken V value of 0.883 and 0.937 respectively with a very high validity category . The results of the instrument reliability test for material and media instruments respectively with Cronbach's Alpha values of 0.761 and 0.652 mean that the instrument is declared reliable. The results of small-scale trials on 36 students and one Physical Education teacher showed a percentage of 78% in the appropriate category. The results of a large-scale trial that was tested on 72 students and one Physical Education Teacher showed a percentage of 81% with a very feasible category. Conclusion Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the Android-based RhytmicGym application is declared valid, reliable, feasible, practical and effective for improving the rhythmic gymnastics skills of Yogyakarta City Middle School students.

The Influence of the Problem-Based Learning Model on Metacognitive Knowledge and Science Learning Outcomes

Metacognitive knowledge refers to what is known about memory function and the strengths and weaknesses of one's own cognition. This research aims to describe the influence of the problem-based learning model on the metacognitive knowledge and learning outcomes of class IX junior high school students. The research was carried out on Class IX students of Palu City Middle School, the entire population of Class IX consisted of three classes with a total of 45 students. Two classes were used as samples determined based on purposive sampling. Metacognitive knowledge data was obtained through questionnaires and learning outcome data through essay and multiple choice tests. Data analysis used an independent t-test with the help of SPPS version 25.0. The results showed that metacognitive knowledge with conventional learning was significantly lower than the PBL class with a gain of t(25) = 9.289, p < 0.000 and learning outcomes in the conventional class were significantly lower than the PBL class with a gain of t(25) = 4.520, p < 0.000. The conclusion of this research is that there is an influence of the problem-based learning model on the metacognitive knowledge and learning outcomes of class IX SMP students.

ANALYSIS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE INDEPENDENT CURRICULUM IN LEARNING ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION IN STATE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN SERANG CITY, BANTEN, INDONESIA

This research aims to determine the implementation of the free learning curriculum in Serang City Middle Schools and to analyze the preparation of teaching modules in the free learning curriculum used in Serang City Middle Schools. This research method uses a qualitative research approach. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling with the criteria of schools that have implemented an independent curriculum. There were 5 junior high schools that were used as samples because they had implemented the independent learning curriculum, namely SMP Negeri 3 Serang City, SMP Negeri 4 Kota Serang, SMP Negeri 9 Kota Serang, SMP Negeri 13 Kota Serang, and SMP Negeri 14 Kota Serang. Implementation will be carried out in class VII starting in the odd semester of the 2022–2023 academic year. The research results show that teachers have implemented an independent curriculum. The learning tools used in the independent learning curriculum are in the form of teaching modules, which are detailed in the form of lesson plans. PAI subjects are divided into several materials, namely Fiqh, Aqidah Akhlak, Al-Qur'an Hadits, and SKI. The application of the independent learning curriculum teaching modules, apart from being in the form of learning materials, is also in the form of projects, which must be carried out at least three projects in one year. One project is given 120 hours, and the implementation is handed over to the school. Teachers implement the independent curriculum with enthusiasm and strive to continue learning to implement the independent curriculum in accordance with applicable regulations.

Construction of an E-Module for Online Learning of Natural Science Using an Ethnoscientific Approach

Purpose: The aim of this research was to create an online scientific learning module at SMP Kota Padang using an ethnoscience method. Analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation are the five phases of the ADDIE development paradigm, which is used in this research and development (R&D) project. Students from SMP Kota Padang's class VII served as the study's subjects. Theoritical Framework: The idea behind ethnoscience learning is to include culture into the curriculum of elementary, middle, and high schools by developing learning experiences and environments that support it. Methodology: This study was conducted in Padang City Middle School. Interviews, tests to gauge the media's effectiveness, questionnaires to assess the media's suitability, and documentation were the methods utilized in this study to collect data. Result and discussion: E-module creation that was web-based has undergone testing of viability and efficacy. Several phases of the tryout implementation were completed, including individual trials, small group trials, field testing with large groups, and review with media and material specialists. An extremely valid category with an average of 94% is the outcome of expert validation. Students' assessments of the practicality test, however, place it in the very practical category, averaging 89%, 90%, and 88% across three schools. Next, it was discovered that there was a significant difference between the experimental group and the control group in the three schools regarding the usage of web-based E-Modules in scientific learning with an ethnoscience approach. Conclusion: As a result, the web-based E-Module for science instruction using an ethnoscience method falls into the legitimate, useful, and efficient category.

Development of culture-based budi pekerti learning strategies and learning styles in skills lessons

The purpose of this research is to develop character learning strategies, find out the learning outcomes of skills taught with hobbyist Batak culture learning strategies and Javanese culture-based learning strategies, find out the learning outcomes of skills that have visual and kinesthetic learning styles, and know the interactions between learning strategies and styles. Learning that has an impact on learning outcomes. This research is development research with a quasi-experimental treatment. The instruments used are learning achievement tests and learning style questionnaire sheets. The hypothesis was tested using Anava. The results of the study stated that learning Skills I in the Batak culture-based learning strategy class had higher learning outcomes than the Skills class with Javanese culture-based character learning strategies in 27 public schools in Medan City. Second Learning Objectives Student skills have a higher kinesthetic learning style compared to students who have a visual learning style in Medan City Middle School students. So for culture-based learning strategies, the results will be better if students have a tendency for kinesthetic learning styles, because kinesthetic learning styles are in accordance with character learning strategies.

When Do Informational Interventions Work? Experimental Evidence From New York City High School Choice

Despite evidence that informational interventions can influence K–12 school choices, we know little about the mechanisms through which they work and the factors that produce heterogeneity in student responses. Through a school-level randomized controlled trial conducted in 473 New York City middle schools serving 115,000 eighth graders, we evaluated three counselor-delivered informational interventions that were designed to help students avoid low-graduation high schools, but differed in their level of individual customization and mode of delivery (paper or online). Every intervention reduced likelihood of application to and enrollment in low-graduation-rate schools (those below the city median of 75%). Simplified paper interventions had the largest impacts and produced lower heterogeneity in effects across subgroups than customizable digital formats. A key mechanism by which interventions worked was through new information replacing students’ default first-choice schools that had low graduation rates and guaranteed admission. We conclude that informational interventions to support school choice can be effectively implemented at scale via school counselors, but that intervention design can lead to differences in who engages, with consequences for inequality.

Analysis of Experience and Knowledge Competencies of Teacher Scientific Performance in Batu City Middle Schools

One of the efforts that teachers can undertake to strengthen their professionalism as educators is writing scientific papers and teaching materials. This study aims to analyze knowledge and scientific performance competency in designing and carrying out Classroom Action Research of the teachers in SMP Muhammadiyah 8, Batu City. This study was descriptive study. This study was conducted from July to November 2022. The population and samples of this study were the teachers of Batu City Middle Schools. The procedures of this study encompassed preparation and research implementation. The number of respondents was 30 teachers. Interviews and questionnaires were used as the data collection procedures of this study. The knowledge aspects studied from the teacher's scientific performance competence were formulating appropriate research problems, developing a literature study framework, compiling a conceptual framework, and analyzing research results data. The data analysis technique used in this study was a descriptive-analytic by describing the findings of the study. The results of this study indicate that: that experience in the form of undergraduate education background is higher (66.76%) than master (33.38%); being a teacher for less than 15 years or less (33.00%), over 15 years is 67.00%; experience doing research is 83.00% and performance competency knowledge in the field of scientific work of Batu City Middle School teachers is in the sufficient and good categories. This study recommends that correlation analysis (correlation regression) is required between the professionalism aspect, particularly in terms of teacher scientific field performance, and assistance is needed to improve teachers’ competencies thru collaborative academic activities between lecturers and teachers in schools; one of the activities is thru a Lecturer Partnership Program.

Analysis of the Implementation of Non-Smoking Area Policy in Madiun Middle Schools and High Schools

<table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"><tbody><tr><td align="left" valign="top"><p><em>Indonesia became the second largest cigarette market in the world. </em><em>Based on the 2018 Riskesdas data, the prevalence of smokers aged over 15 years was 33.8 percent</em><em> Based on Madiun Regency Regional Regulation Number 10 of 2020 Concerning Non-Smoking Areas. The aim of this research is to find out about smoking-free area policies in junior high schools and high schools in Madiun City. The implementation of this research was carried out in January-February 2023 in the Madiun City Middle School and High School environment with the research subjects being 35 school principals or persons in charge of smoking-free areas in Middle and High Schools in Madiun City. </em><em>The sampling procedure was proportional random sampling</em><em>. collection of research data with primary data collected using a questionnaire Implementation of policies according to van horn and van meter theory. Data analysis in this study is multivariate analysis with multiple regression tests..The results showed that there was influence from the social, economic and political environment (p value 0.012), there was an influence on the implementor's position (p value 0.016), and there was no influence on the character of the executing agent (p value 0.837) in the Madiun City Middle School and High School environment. There is a need for support from the Education Office and the school itself, such as providing visual media as facilities and infrastructure that support the implementation of smoking-free areas and continuously socialize the dangers of smoking at every school meeting and ceremonial activities or morning assembly. This will play a role in making a policy easier to remember in the school community.</em><strong><em></em></strong></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p></td></tr></tbody></table><strong><em>Keyword: Implementation, No-Smoking Areas, Policy, Schools, Smoking</em></strong>

Investigation on the Current Situation of Physics Classroom Teaching in L City Middle Schools with the Concept of Core Literacy

Investigation on the Current Situation of Physics Classroom Teaching in L City Middle Schools with the Concept of Core Literacy

Limited Training Through E-Training To Improve Competency of the Head of School at the Head's Working Meeting Schools for SMP and MTs in Bengkulu City

Limited training through e-education aims to improve the competence of school principals in the work consultations for principals of SMP and Mts Bengkulu City. The target audience for this service is the Principals of the Bengkulu City Middle School and MTs who are members of the School Principal Working Consultation as many as 18 people. The implementation method is carried out by three methods namely training, orientation, and practice. This Principal Strengthening Training uses the MOOCs-based E-Training system. The training referred to here consists of activities providing orientation on what teachers need in order to improve the competence of school principals in accordance with the Regulation of the Minister of National Education. Limited Training Through E-Training to improve the competence of school principals at the Bengkulu City Junior High School Headmaster's Working Meeting is the right activity and is very in line with current learning needs. This training has been well implemented and received a positive response from the trainees.

PENGARUH MOTIVASI KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA GURU DENGAN KOMITMEN ORGANISASI DAN KEDISIPLINAN SEBAGAI VARIABEL MEDIATOR PADA SMP NEGERI KOTA LHOKSEUMAWE

This study aims to examine the effect of work motivation on teacher performance with organizational commitment and discipline as a mediator variable in the junior high school in Lhokseumawe City. The data used in this study are primary data of 150 respondents. Data analysis method in this research uses structural equation model with the help of analysis of moment structure. The results showed that work motivation and organizational commitment affect teacher performance, work motivation affects organizational commitment and motivation affects work discipline. While work discipline has no effect on teacher performance. But organizational commitment is able to mediate the relationship between work motivation on teacher performance. But work discipline is unable to mediate the relationship between work motivation and the performance of Lhokseumawe City Middle School teachers.

Technical efficiency of public middle schools in New York City

Using panel data and a “true” fixed effect stochastic frontier model, we estimate persistent and transient technical inefficiency in mathematics (Math) and English Language Arts (ELA) test score gains in New York City public middle schools from 2014 to 2016. We compare several measures of transient technical inefficiency and show that around 58% of New York City middle schools are efficient in Math gains, while 16% are efficient in ELA gains. Multivariate inference techniques are used to determine subsets of efficient schools, providing actionable decision rules to help policymakers target resources and incentives.

Supporting Mental Health in School Settings: Findings from a Qualitative Evaluation

Objective: In this paper, we describe results from stakeholder interviews conducted to assess implementation and perceived outcomes of a project, implemented in 92 New York City middle and high schools, and focused on building the mental health-related skills of school personnel and promotion of healthier school environments. Methods: As part of a mixed-methods evaluation, we conducted 59 key stakeholder interviews with staff of participating community-based organizations and schools. Interview topics included mental health needs, project activities, engagement by school staff, strengths and challenges of the initiative, and perceived impact. Results: At the start of the project, interviewees reported difficulty comprehending the model and accepting its utility, given the direct service needs of students. Although concerns remained, we found positive impact, including increased awareness of mental health issues and their root causes, a greater sensitivity to students' social and emotional challenges, and improved capacity to manage behavioral issues in the classroom. Conclusions: Although targeted approaches are needed for high-risk youth, population-level approaches may increase mental health knowledge and skills and support transformation leading to healthier school environments.

PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN MATEMATIKA MENGGUNAKAN WHITEBOARD ANIMATION PADA GURU-GURU MGMP MATEMATIKA SMP KOTA PEKALONGAN

Mathematics is one of the compulsory subjects in the junior high school education unit. The presentation of Mathematics learning is not supported by creative learning media that utilize the latest technology. The challenge of teachers facing the 4.0 revolution, namely junior high school teachers must be able to utilize technology in learning in addition to varying interactive learning models. The objectives of this training are (1) to introduce mathematics teachers to the use of Animated Chalkboard that can be used as learning media, (2) to improve the ability of Mathematics teachers to create Mathematics learning media using Animation Chalkboard, (3) to produce Mathematics learning media products Middle school uploaded via social media youtube. The training for Pekalongan City Middle School Mathematics teachers was held for three months. The methods used in this activity are (1) Socialization of the use of Animated Whiteboards as a medium of Mathematics learning, (2) assistance in making Mathematics learning media using Animated Whiteboards, (3) evaluation of instructional media products and training activities. The results obtained are an increase in the ability of teachers to create Mathematics learning media using Animation Chalkboards and increase learning media products uploaded to YouTube that can be utilized by Junior High School Mathematics teachers in learning. The product produced is Mathematics learning media that has been uploaded on YouTube social media.

KAJIAN PENERAPAN PENDEKATAN INKUIRI DAN PEMANFAATAN POTENSI LOKAL PADA RPP BUATAN GURU IPA (BIOLOGI) SMP KOTA TARAKAN

Abstract: This study wants to reveal how far the teacher has developed the lesson plan for biology learning with an inquiry approach and the use of local potentials available in the biology learning process. This type of research is a descriptive study with a qualitative approach. Sources of data in this study are lesson plans made by science teachers (Biology) SMP and opinion poll questionnaire studies. The target schools are SMPN 1, SMPN3, SMPN6, MTSN, SMPN 2, SMP Frater Don Bosco. The instruments and data analysis used to obtain the main data in this study were in the form of a lesson plan analysis rubric which was also supported by a teacher opinion survey questionnaire. The results of the study on the application of the inquiry approach, the mean percentage of all aspects of TP, MP and family planning from 134 lesson plans compiled by science (Biology) teachers of SMP Tarakan from 6 schools were found to be 51.7% bearing the title of less. In the aspect of learning objectives (TP) in the IPA (Biology) lesson plan made by Tarakan City Middle School teachers, the percentage was 17.4% with very poor category. In the aspect of the learning method in the Science (Biology) lesson plan made by Tarakan City Middle School teachers, the percentage was 64.2% with the sufficient category. Whereas in the aspect of the aspect of learning activities in the Biology lesson plan made by Tarakan City Middle School teachers, the percentage was 73.4% in the good category. In the aspect of utilizing the potential of schools / locations, it is still limited, only near the school environment. Only a few schools, such as SMPN 1 and SMPN 6, take advantage of local potential outside of school. Keywords: Inquiry Approach, Local Potential, Science Teacher, Lesson Plan

Kepemimpinan Etis Guru Dalam Pendidikan Karakter

This study aims to obtain data and information about the ethical leadership of teachers in character education in Tangerang City Middle School. Specifically to obtain data and information on four aspects of the ethical leadership of teachers in character education, with reference to transformational leadership, namely; 1) Idealized influence (Charismatic influence), 2) Inspirational motivation, 3) Intellectual stimulation, and 4) Individualized consideration (individual attention). This study uses a survey method with a quantitative descriptive variable approach. The population of this study were students from three State Junior High Schools in the city of Tangerang, which numbered 942 students, then the sample was taken by proportional random sampling obtained by the number of 90 students. The technique for data collection was used a questionnaire. Research data as follows; 1) The influence of teacher ideality for students, is at 60.30% including the moderate/sufficient category; 2) teacher's inspirational motivation for students, at 61.21% including the moderate / sufficient category; 3) teacher intellectual stimulation for students, at 59.22% included in the moderate / sufficient category; 4) teacher's individual attention for students, is at 59.87% including the category of moderate / sufficient. Then the accumulation of each of the aspects or indicators above obtained data that shows, that the ethical leadership of teachers in character education of students in Tangerang City Middle School is at 60%, including the category of moderate or sufficient.

THE EFFECT OF SCHOOL LEADERSHIP EFFECTIVENESS ON TEACHER PERFORMANCE ( A Case Study at SMP Negeri Kota Singkawang)

This survey study aims to understand effective secondary school leadership towards improving teacher performance in the teaching and learning process. There is no doubt that effective school principals are able to promote faster education improvement. On the other hand, good school leadership has a strong impact on school development and student learning outcomes. To understand how the effectiveness of school leadership on teacher performance, survey research has been successfully carried out in Singkawang City Middle School. The results showed that a very successful educational leadership can influence the whole school community especially teachers and students to achieve higher performance in school organizations. This research proves that the principal's strong leadership can not only influence teachers in teaching but also students in learning as a whole. Therefore, similar research can continue to be carried out so that effective educational leadership can influence the people he dreams of with a high commitment to improve work performance such as teachers, school development and surrounding resident

Investigation of Students' Psychology: The Relationship among Students' Attitudes, Persistence, Creativity, and Tolerance toward Natural Science Subjects

This study aims to describe the relationship between students' attitudes among persistence, creativity, and tolerance in science subjects in Muaro Jambi Middle School, Jambi City Middle School, and Batanghari Regency Middle School. The research design used was quantitative associated with a correlation design. The data collection technique used is total sampling. The research subjects were 767 students. The research instruments used were closed questionnaires consisting of 54 statements of attitude questionnaire, persistence, questionnaire of 30 statements, creativity questionnaire as many as 31 statements and tolerance questionnaires as many as 32 statements. The data analysis technique used is descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. Based on the results of the correlation test on the four variables obtained, a relationship between students' attitudes toward persistence, creativity, and tolerance in science subjects in the Middle School in Muaro Jambi Regency is with a sufficient category. Then students' attitudes toward persistence, creativity, and tolerance in science subjects in Jambi City Junior High School have a positive relationship with a strong category. Likewise, students' attitudes toward persistence, creativity, and tolerance in science subjects in the Batanghari Regency Middle School have a positive relationship with a strong category.

Policy Implementation, Principal Agency, and Strategic Action: Improving Teaching Effectiveness in New York City Middle Schools

Ten years ago, the reform of teacher evaluation was touted as a mechanism to improve teacher effectiveness. In response, virtually every state redesigned its teacher evaluation system. Recently, a growing narrative suggests these reforms failed and should be abandoned. This response may be overly simplistic. We explore the variability of New York City principals’ implementation of policies intended to promote teaching effectiveness. Drawing on survey, interview, and administrative data, we analyze whether principals believe they can use teacher evaluation and tenure policies to improve teaching effectiveness and how such perceptions influence policy implementation. We find that principals with greater perceived agency are more likely to strategically use tenure and evaluation policies. Results have important implications for principal training and policy implementation.

Let Them Eat Lunch: The Impact of Universal Free Meals on Student Performance

AbstractThis paper investigates the impact of extending free school lunch to all students, regardless of income, on academic performance in New York City middle schools. Using a difference‐in‐differences design and unique longitudinal, student‐level data, we derive credibly causal estimates of the impacts of “Universal Free Meals” (UFM) on test scores in English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics, and participation in school lunch. We find UFM increases academic performance by as much as 0.083 standard deviations in math and 0.059 in ELA for non‐poor students, with smaller, statistically significant effects of 0.032 and 0.027 standard deviations in math and ELA for poor students. Further, UFM increases participation in school lunch by roughly 11.0 percentage points for non‐poor students and 5.4 percentage points for poor students. We then investigate the academic effects of school lunch participation per se, using UFM as an instrumental variable. Results indicate that increases in school lunch participation improve academic performance for both poor and non‐poor students; an additional lunch every two weeks increases test scores by roughly 0.08 standard deviations in math and 0.07 standard deviations in ELA. Finally, we explore potential unintended consequences for student weight outcomes, finding no evidence that UFM increases the probability that students are obese or overweight. We also find no evidence of increases in average body mass index (BMI). Instead, we find some evidence that participation in school lunch improves weight outcomes for non‐poor students. Results are robust to an array of alternative specifications and assumptions about the sample.