Class VIIIC Research Articles

Group Guidance with Problem-Solving Techniques to Prevent Suicidal Ideation

Aim: determine the differences in the level of suicidal ideation before and after the implementation of group guidance on students at Muhammadiyah Middle School, Palangkaraya, (2) determine the effectiveness of group guidance in preventing suicidal ideation in students at Muhammadiyah Middle School, Palangkaraya. Method: The population in this study were all students of class VIII of SMP Muhammadiyah Palangka Raya, Central Kalimantan, totaling 71 students. The sample of this study consisted of 9 students out of 21 students of class VIII-C. Sampling was determined by the purposive sampling technique. Result and Discussions: The results of the study showed that: (1) before being given group guidance services, most of the students in class VIII-C, namely 9 students, experienced suicidal ideation with a moderate category. After being given group guidance services with the Problem Solving technique, most of the students, namely 5 students with a low category, and 4 students with a moderate category. The total Pre-test score was 587 and the Post-test score was 437, the total score difference was 150. This means that many changes occurred after the provision of group guidance services by the researcher; (2) the results of the hypothesis test calculation using SPSS 25 software on the paired sample T-Test method showed that the significance value obtained was 0.001. This shows that the Sig value <0.05, which means that there is an influence of Problem-Solving to prevent suicidal ideation in class VIII.C students of SMP Muhammadiyah Palangka Raya.

Pengaruh Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Project Based Learning Terhadap Keaktifan Siswa Kelas VIII Mata Pelajaran IPS di SMPN 1 Ngantru Tulungagung

This research is motivated because the learning model used is still conventional. Students also lack interest in social studies learning and only rely on LKS books in learning, resulting in students being less active in learning. This study aims to find out the project based learning model has a significant effect on student activity and how much influence the application of the project based learning model has on student activity. This research is a quantitative research with a quasy experimental type. The instruments used are questionnaires, observation, and documentation. The population used is all class VIII. The sample for class VIII-C is the student experimental class and class VIII-D is the control class with 38 students each. The results of this study indicate that: (1) there is a significant influence between the project based learning learning model on student activity with a value of tcount = 16.13 and ttable of 1.991 at a significance level of 5%, namely so that the value of tcount>ttable with an average value of the experimental class is 89 .5 while the control class is 69.5, (2) the magnitude of the influence of the project-based learning model on student activity in obtaining a presentation value of 82% is included in the high category.

Analysis of Mathematical Connection Ability and Self-Confidence on Junior High School Students

This research is motivated by the importance of students’ mathematical connection abilities and self-confidence in learning mathematics. Mathematical connection ability is an important factor in understanding mathematical concepts. The aim of this research is to analyze the level of students’ mathematical connection abilities and junior high school students’ self-confidence. The method used in this research is a descriptive-qualitative method. The research subjects were 37 students in class VIII-C of SMPN 3 Margahayu. The instruments used were four items of mathematical connection test material on the System of Two-Variable Linear Equations and non-tests of students’ confidence in learning mathematics. The results of the analysis show that the average score of all mathematical connection ability test questions in indicator 1 using relationships between mathematical topics is 5%, indicator 2 is understanding equivalent representations of the same concept (36%), indicator 3 uses mathematics in everyday life (52%), and indicator 4 uses mathematics in other subjects (27%). So the average is 30%. So the students’ mathematical connection ability is included in the low category. Most students are unable to solve problems with indicators using relationships between mathematical topics. This is shown by the results of the mathematical connection ability test; students did not connect optimally. But in learning mathematics, students already have good self-confidence.

Upaya meningkatkan hasil belajar melalui penggunaan lembar kerja peserta didik pada mapel IPS (Geografi) Kelas VII di SMPN 1

This study aims to determine the improvement of student learning outcomes through the use of Student Worksheets (LKPD) in the seventh grade Social Sciences (geography) folder at SMP Negeri 1 Sungai Betung, Bengkayang Regency. This research is a classroom action research with two cycles. Each stage of the cycle includes planning, implementation, observation and reflection. The techniques used in this research consist of observation techniques, measurement techniques, and documentation. The data collection tool in this study used observation, test and documentation guides. The population and sample in this study were all students of class VIIE of SMP Negeri 1 Sungai Betung, Bengkayang Regency with a total of 33 students. Sources of data obtained from the results of tests and observations to be analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. Based on the results of this study, it was shown that the implementation of learning using student worksheets for class VIIE students of SMP Negeri 1 Sungai Betung, Bengkayang Regency which was carried out by researchers in collaboration with social science subject teachers for class VII according to the Learning Implementation Plan (RPP) used 2 cycles. Each stage of the cycle includes planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. A learning implementation plan is made so that it can be carried out as planned in the learning implementation plan. It is known that in the first cycle the average value of student learning outcomes in social studies subjects is 48.96 with classical mastery of students 36.36%. From the results of the research and obtained the highest score of 73 and the lowest score of 16. And students who achieved the Minimum Completeness Criteria (KKM) were 12 people and students who did not reach the KKM were 21 people. While the treatment of cycle II had an average value of student learning outcomes in social studies subjects, namely 67.21 with classical completeness of students 78.78%. The highest score was 83 and the lowest score was 43. Of the students who achieved the Minimum Completeness Criteria (KKM) as many as 26 and 7 other students were still below the KKM. This shows that through the use of LKPD shows that the value of student learning outcomes has increased, this can be seen in the percentage of student learning mastery in the first cycle of 36.36% with an average value of 48.96, in the second cycle the percentage of student learning mastery has increased. to 78.78% in the successful category, in the second cycle there was an increase of 7.81. So, it can be concluded that the use of Student Worksheets (LKPD) can improve student learning outcomes for class VIIE SMP Negeri 1 Sungai Betung, Bengkayang Regency.

KESALAHAN SISWA DALAM MENYELESAIKAN SOAL CERITA PADA MATERI ARITMETIKA: SUATU PENELITIAN KUALITATIF BERDASARKAN PROSEDUR POLYA

This research aims to describe the mistakes made by students when solving questions according to the Polya procedure. The type of research used is descriptive qualitative. The method used for data collection consisted of written tests and interviews. A written test was given to 18 students from class VIIC, which consisted of 4 descriptive questions; after that, from the results of the written test, three students were selected to be interview subjects. The interview process was selected based on ability, from those with high, medium and low ability. In this research, the stage used to analyze data is identifying error data according to the Polya procedure. This research shows the mistakes made by class VIIC students of SMP Negeri 11 Manado in solving story questions on Social Arithmetic material. Based on the Polya procedure in solving math story problems on social arithmetic material, it can be seen that the percentage of errors made by students most often occurs, namely errors in rechecking 40%, errors in completing planning 33.84%, planning solutions 30.76%, understanding the problem 26.15 %. Students do not write down what they know and are asked according to the question given, make mistakes in determining the mathematical model used and, do not write down the formula in solving the problem, make mistakes in determining the steps to solve the problem so that they experience errors incorrect calculations and the mistakes that are most often made students do not write down the final answer or are wrong in determining the final answer

ANALISIS KEMAMPUAN NUMERASI DALAM MENYELESAIKAN SOAL PADA SISWA SMP NEGERI 1 CIAMIS DITINJAU DARI SELF-EFFICACY

This research aims to describe the ability of class VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Ciamis in solving mathematics problems on SPLDV material based on the self-efficacy category. The research methodology used is descriptive qualitative research. The research subjects in this study were 30 students in class VIII-E of SMP Negeri 1 Ciamis. The data collection technique is a purposive sampling technique which begins with students filling out the self-efficacy questionnaire twice at different times, then filling in the numeracy ability test questions, and after that an interview is conducted. The results of this research are that students who have high self-efficacy will fulfill 3 indicators of numeracy ability and solve questions easily. Students who have moderate self-efficacy will fulfill 3 indicators of numeracy ability but when solving mathematics problems they have obstacles and experience a few errors in using formulas. Students who have low self-efficacy only fulfill 2 indicators of numeracy ability and cannot solve math problems to completion

The Influence of Ummi Method Using Mother Tongue Approach on Arabic Reading Skills

Students’ reading skills depend on their teacher and effective teaching methods are crucial, especially for Arabic language teachers. The Ummi method designed for learning to read the Quran is easy and enjoyable. The Ummi method can be applied to teaching reading in Arabic because the language used in the Quran is Arabic. The Ummi method has three mother tongue approaches: the Direct method, Repetition, and Affection. This study employs a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental, non-equivalent control group design. The research population includes students from SMP Laboratorium Percontohan UPI Bandung, with purposive sampling techniques. Class VII-C is the experimental sample, while Class VII-D is the control sample. Data collection involved observation, interviews, pre-tests, and post-tests. The main objective of this research is to demonstrate the effect of the Ummi method through the mother tongue approach, on the skills of reading Arabic texts. The hypothesis test result showed a significance value of 0.009<0.05, which rejects Ho and accepts Ha. The experimental class had a mean gain score of 23.4531, higher than the control class’s 13.9219. It was concluded that the Ummi method through the mother tongue approach, significantly improves Arabic reading skills.

Enhancing Arabic Language Learning in Class VIII MTsN 5 Jombang: An Evaluation Using the CIPP Model

This qualitative study used CIPP model to assess Arabic language learning for Class VIII at MTsN 5 Jombang. Data collection was carried out by interviews, observation and documentation. The research respondents consisted of 3 Arabic teachers and 29 students of Class VIII-F, including 15 boys and 14 girls. Analysis of the findings including contextual, input, process and product dimensions. The results show that Arabic learning is enhanced by a supportive environment, good infrastructure, and cultural elements with rich Islamic cultural heritage. The program is supported by a balanced curriculum and well-equipped facilities. However, the curriculum must be updated following the latest national curriculum, Emancipated Curriculum, and teachers must be trained to remain relevant. Constant supervision is required to improve the quality of teaching and student engagement. The results of the evaluation showed that 80% of students met the minimum competency standards. However, more interactive teaching for speaking skills need improvement.

Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning (PBL) Melalui Pendekatan Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Peserta Didik Kelas VII

Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) is a learning approach that does not focus on class level but rather focuses on the level of cognitive ability of each student in the class. This approach provides students with the opportunity to learn according to their cognitive abilities. Meanwhile, Problem Based Learning (PBL) is a learning model that provides problems in real life with the aim that students are expected to be able to build their own knowledge and understanding of the material they study. The aim of this research is to improve student learning outcomes in class VII-E of SMP Negeri 11 Madiun through the application of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) learning model using the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) approach. This research was conducted in 2 cycles on March 7 2024 and March 28 2024 using Classroom Action Research (PTK) with research subjects of 28 class VII-E students at SMP Negeri 11 Madiun for the 2024/2025 academic year. The research process was carried out by implementing learning in groups according to the level of students' cognitive abilities and given problems through LKPD. One class is divided into 7 groups according to the results of the diagnostic assessment that have been analyzed. Groups 1, 2 and 3 consist of students who have low ability to solve problems independently who are then given guidance and scaffolding, groups 4 and 5 have moderate ability to solve problems independently and are given a little scaffolding. Meanwhile, groups 5 and 6 have high abilities in solving problems independently. The data collection instrument used in this research is student learning outcomes (Summative Assessment). From the initial test results, it was found that only 8 students' learning outcomes data met the KKM with a percentage of students' learning completion of 28.57%. In cycle I, the learning outcomes of students who met the KKM increased to 16 students with a percentage of student learning completion of 57.14%. Then in cycle II there was an increase again, where the learning outcomes of students who met the KKM became 23 students with a percentage of student learning completion of 82.14%, while the other 5 learning outcomes did not meet the KKM. Thus it can be concluded that the application of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) learning model with the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) approach can improve student learning outcomes.

Differences in Learning Outcomes of Class VIII Students of SMP Negeri 3 Tondano on The Material of Building Flat Side Spaces Given the Implementation of The PjBL Model

This study investigates the disparities in students' mathematical learning achievements when using the Flat-Side Building material in conjunction with the PjBL model compared to students who use the DI model. This study employs an experimental research approach utilizing a post-test-only control group design. The participants in this study consisted of two groups: an experimental group, comprising 25 students from class VIII-C, and a control group, comprising 24 students from class VIII-B at SMP Negeri 3 Tondano for the academic year 2023/2024. The selection of participants was done randomly from the two classes. The post-test research yielded an average score of 79.44 for the experimental class and 75.0208 for the control class. The hypothesis test analysis results indicate that the value of tcount is 2.302 and the value of ttable is 1.678. Since the value of tcount is greater than the value of ttable, we can infer that the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected, and the alternative hypothesis (H1) is accepted. This study determines that there is a discernible disparity in student learning outcomes when the subject of Building Flat Side Spaces is taught utilizing the Project-based Learning (PjBL) model as opposed to the Direct Instruction (DI) model in the eighth grade of SMP Negeri 3 Tondano.

Efektivitas penggunaan media pembelajaran berbasis sparkol videoscribe terhadap kemampuan berpikir kreatif siswa smp muhammadiyah kupang

This comparative experiment with a quantitative approach study aimed to know the effectiveness of using Sparkol VideoScribe based learning media on the students’ creative thinking ability of Muhammadiyah Kupang Junior High School. The population were all seventh-grade students of SMP Muhammadiyah Kupang, while the samples were class VIIA as the control class and class VIIC as the experimental class. The cluster random sampling technique was used in this study. The data were analyzed based on the test results and using SPSS 23 software. The researcher also examined the hypothesis using the results of t test. The tcount value was 6.768 and the ttable for df 38 was 2.024, then 6.768> 2.024. So that, H0 was rejected and H1 was accepted. The hypothesis test at the 0.05 level with the t value df 38 obtained a sig value of 0.000 <0.05, then H0 was rejected and H1 was accepted. Thus, it can be concluded that there was an effect of using Sparkol VideoScribe-based learning media on the students' creative thinking skills.

The Effect of Problem Based Learning Model on Mathematics Learning Outcomes of Class VIII Students at SMP Negeri 10 Bengkulu City

Learning outcomes was the accomplishments of educational purpose for students who take part in the teaching and process of learning, student outcomes of learning are fundamentally behavioral changes brought about by learning. According to the findings, it was discovered that the outcomes of learning in mathematics of Class VIII students of SMPN 10 Kota Bengkulu for the 2022/2023 academic year were still low. So that the effort that can be made to increase student outcomes of learning in mathematics is to apply problem based learning learning models. This research purpose to see whether the the outcomes of learning in mathematics of students who study using the problem-based learning model in class VIII SMP Negeri 10 Kota Bengkulu was more good than the outcomes of learning by students using learning in conventional models.This research type was a quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent posttest only control group design. The selection for sample was conducted using technique by simple random sampling, so that class VIIID was selected as the class for experimental and class VIIC as the class for control. The instruments in research were in consist of quizzes and final tests outcomes of learning in the form of essays. According on the research data analysis results at the real level α = 0.05 using the t test obtained P-value = 0.018, that means that P-value < ???? so reject H0. This shows that the outcomes of learning by students in mathematics who study using the model of problem-based learning are more good than students who study using learning in models of conventional in class VIII SMPN 10 Kota Bengkulu.

Mathematical Connections Through Brain-Based Learning with Geogebra Assistance

During the COVID-19 pandemic, it became a challenge for the world of education, all exposure to the implementation of learning was carried out online, however, adjusting the learning process required the readiness of students and teachers in the field of technological literacy. The purpose of writing this paper is: to analyse the ability of mathematical connections between students who carry out GeoGebra-assisted brain-based learning and conventional learning, viewed by gender. The research method used was a quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group. The sample consisted of an experimental class and a control class which were not selected randomly but were selected homogeneously. The implementation was carried out at one of the state middle schools in Bandung, Indonesia. Class VIII-C consists of 30 students as an experimental class carrying out GeoGebra-assisted brain-based learning and class VIII-F consists of 28 students as a conventional class. The instrument used is a mathematical connection ability test. Data analysis using two-way ANOVA. Research results: There is a difference in the achievement of increasing the ability of mathematical connections between students in the experimental class and the conventional class. There is no difference in the achievement of increasing the ability to relate mathematics based on gender (male, female). The brain-based learning approach with the help of GeoGebra facilitates the process of construction, interaction, reflection, and easy-to-understand material, so as to improve students’ mathematical connection abilities. Keywords: Mathematical Connections, Brain-Based Learning, Geogebra Assistance

Students’ Motivation in Learning Narrative Text Using STAD

This research is motivated by the low motivation to learn English among students in class VIII of SMP Negeri 3 Talang, so it is necessary to ncrease their motivation. The formulation of the type cooperative modelin class VIII at SMP Negeri 3 Talang. Theaim ofthis research is to determine students' learning motivation in learning narrative text using the STAD type cooperative model. The literature review discussed includes STAD type cooperative learning and learning motivation. This research took place at SMP Negeri 3 Talang, Tegal Regency, which wascarried out from July 2023 to December 2023. The research population was251 students in class VIII of SMP Negeri 3 Talang 2023/2024. Samples were taken using cluster randomsampling, samples were obtainedfrom class VIIIA and VIIIC asthe experimental class and class VIIID as the control class. Data collection is carried out through questionnaries and documentation.Data analysis used the MANOVA test. The research results show that there is significant difference in students' learning motivation in narrative text learning that uses STAD type cooperative model and those that do not in class VIII at SMP Negeri 3 Talang. The Percentage of learning motivation with STAD was 81.93% with very good criteria. Thisshows that students'learning motivationinlearning narrative text using STAD type cooperative model in class VIIIat SMPNegeri3 Talabg is better than without using STAD.

Enhancing Students’' Creativity in Creating Greeting Cards through Project-Based Learning

This research aims to know the process of the project-based learning (PjBL) model in increasing students’ creativity in making English greeting cards and) to understand the changes in students' behavior/attitudes after learning through the PjBL model. The research method used is action research, and the research participants were 11 students of class VIIIF SMP Negeri 17 Pontianak. The data were collected using observation sheets and tests. The obtained data are analyzed using a normality test (Kolmogorov Smirnov), homogeneity test (Levene test), and one sample T-Test. The results indicate several points. First, the process of increasing creativity using the PjBL model in making English greeting cards includes six steps; (a) Determining basic questions, (b) Designing project plans, (c) Preparing schedules, (d) Monitoring students and the project progress, (e) Testing results, (f) Evaluating students’ experiences. Second, the calculation results show that 0.200 is greater than the significance value of 0.05, which means that the data is normally distributed with the significance value is 0.209, which is greater than the 0.05 significance. This value shows that the variance of each sample is homogeneous with a significant value of 0.030, which is smaller than 0.05. Third, there were changes in the students’ behavior in which students who were originally quite active became active. The average assessment of the Pancasila student profile on the creative dimensions integrated into the project of creating greeting cards on the content/text aspect is 3.27, and design is 3.09, the picture is 2.91, and goals is 2.82.Keywords: PjBL, Greeting, Canva application.

Hubungan Kepercayaan Diri Dengan Komunikasi Interpersonal Siswa

The focus of this research is to see whether there is a relationship between self-confidence and students' interpersonal communication. The aim of this research is to determine the significant relationship between self-confidence and interpersonal communication of class VIIIC students at Sancta Familia Kupang Catholic Middle School in the 2023/2024 academic year. This type of research is quantitative descriptive research. The variables in this research are the independent variable (X) self-confidence and the dependent variable (Y) interpersonal communication. The population is all students in class VIIIC of Sancta Familia Kupang Catholic Middle School for the 2023/2024 academic year. The sample in this research consisted of 23 students. The data collection tool used was a self-confidence questionnaire with interpersonal communication. The data analysis technique used is product moment correlation. The results of research data analysis show a Pearson Correlation value of 0.635 with a significance value obtained of 0.00 <0.05, including the strong category. The results of this research data analysis show that there is a significant relationship between self-confidence and interpersonal communication of class VIIIC students at Sancta Familia Kupang Catholic Middle School in the 2023/2024 academic year.

The Effectiveness of Chain Drill Technique in Developing Students' Speaking Skill

This research designed to find out students' speaking skills before and after using the chain drill technique and to find out how the effectiveness of chain drill in developing students' speaking skills at the eighth grade students of SMPN 9 Cilegon. The researcher collected the data from 62 students divided into two classes, one class as the experimental class and another one as the control class, by applying experimental research method. The population is the eighth grade students of SMPN 9 Cilegon, while class VIII-D as the experimental class and class VIII-C as the control class are taken as the sample. Differences in students before being given treatment and the condition of students after being given treatment, namely Based on the explanation above, it can be seen that the results of the post-test in the experimental class experienced a significant increase after being given treatment, seen from the average post test better than the average pre-test is 64.38 < 80,91. The results of the hypothesis, the degree of significance is 5% and 1%. Therefore, to:tt= 4,48>1.67, in degree of significance 5% and to:tt = 4,48>2.38 in degree of significance 1%. Shows that the use of the chain drill technique is effective in developing the speaking skills of students in class VIII-D of SMPN 9 Cilegon.

Efektivitas Model Pembelajaran Think Talk Write (TTW) Terhadap Kemampuan Literasi Numerasi Matematika Siswa Kelas VIII

The TTW learning model is a discovery model which includes thinking, speaking, and writing activities. This research was conducted with the aim of seeing the effectiveness of the TTW learning model in terms of the mathematics numeracy literacy abilities of class VIII students. This quantitative research uses a Quasi Experimental method with a one group posttest design. The population in this study were all class VIII students of SMP N 1 Bambanglipuro. The technique used is simple random sampling to determine the control class and experimental class. Class VIIIF has 27 students as the control class and class VIIIA has 27 students as the experimental class

APPLICATION OF THE PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING MODEL TO IMPROVE MATHEMATICS LEARNING OUTCOMES OF EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS IN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Mathematics is one of the subjects that has an important role. Mathematics is studied by students starting from elementary, junior high, and high school, and even going to lectures. One of the learning models that can improve the learning outcomes of junior high school students is to apply the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) learning model. Problem-based learning is a learning model designed so that students gain important knowledge, which makes them proficient in solving problems and have the skills to participate in teams. This research aims to improve the learning process to improve the mathematics learning outcomes of SMPN 8 Pekanbaru students in the subject matter of flat-sided shapes in the even semester of the 2022/2023 academic year. This research was conducted at SMPN 8 Pekanbaru for VIII.F students in the even semester of the 2022/2023 academic year. Based on the results, it was found that the actions taken by the researcher were successful due to an improvement in the learning process by applying the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model in class VIII-F SMP N 8 Pekanbaru, as well as an increase in the mathematics learning outcomes of students in class VIII-F SMP N 8 Pekanbaru.

Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Tari Melalui Metode Tutor Sebaya bagi Kelas VIII MTsN 11 Agam

This study aims to explain and describe how to improve student dance learning outcomes using the peer tutor method in class VIII MTsN 11 Agam. This type of research carried out is class action research (PTK) which is carried out in 2 cycles. The subjects of the research were students of class VIIIF MTsN 11 Agam totaling 23 people. The data collection techniques used are observation and documentation. The results of this study show that dance learning using the peer tutor method is successful in improving the learning outcomes of class VIIIF MTsN 11 Agam students. It can be proven that before using the peer tutor method, the average score of students in the first cycle under KKM, which is 74.78 with KKM 78. Meanwhile, in cycle II, student learning outcomes with the peer tutor method increased by an average of 82.39. So it can be concluded that the application of learning through this peer tutor method can improve the learning outcomes of MTsN 11 agam students.