Creative Skills Research Articles

HIGHER ORDER THINKING SKILLS IN MATHEMATICS AT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

This research aims to describe creative thinking skills and mathematical problem solving abilities through the application of a project-based learning model. This research uses a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental method with a posttest-only group design. The sample consisted of 53 students in class V of elementary schools in East Manggarai district which consist two class, with details in the experimental class total 27 people and the control class total 26 people. The sampling technique uses random sampling technique. Data collection techniques use test techniques. The tests used are descriptive tests both to measure creative thinking skills and for data about problem solving abilities. Based on the reliability test results, all items are in the high category. The data analysis technique using MANOVA with the help of SPSS 23.00. The asumtion tests used are data normality test, data homogeneity test, and multicolinearity test. Research findings show that both separately and simultaneously the creative thinking ability and problem solving ability of students who receive learning using the project-based learning model is higher than students who receive learning with conventional models. The project model also has a strong and important impact on the creative thinking abilities and mathematical problem solving abilities of elementary school students. In conclusion, the implementation of the project-based learning model is one of the alternative choices used by teachers for creativity in learning mathematics in elementary schools.

Comparison of the Creative Thinking Abilities of Class XI High School Students on Environmental Pollution Material Given Gender Differences

Creative thinking skills are skills that develop an idea or ideas based on existing problems or solve problems from various points of view. The results of the 2015 GCI survey show that the creative thinking ability of Indonesian people is still low, ranking 86th in the creative class 93 countries. This research aims to determine the creative thinking abilities of high school students regarding environmental pollution material in terms of gender differences. This type of research is descriptive research with a quantitative approach. The research subjects were class XI students of SMA Negeri 4 Sidrap for the 2023–2024 academic year, with a sample of 30 students. The sample was determined by random sampling. Data collection techniques use tests. The data analysis technique uses descriptive statistical processing. The results of the research show that the percentage score of students' creative thinking ability on the indicators of fluency is 65.52%, originality is 71.97%, flexibility is 69.97%, and elaboration is 73.64%.

Profiling Creative Thinking Skills among Elementary School Students: A Study Based on the Merdeka Curriculum Elements

Profiling Creative Thinking Skills among Elementary School Students: A Study Based on the Merdeka Curriculum Elements

IMPLEMENTASI KURIKULUM MERDEKA DALAM MERANCANG DAN MELAKSANAKAN MODUL AJAR PADA MAHASISWA PRODI PENDIDIKAN BAHASA DAN SASTRA INDONESIA

The curriculum changes along with the demands of the times and learning needs. Today's learning demands are very complex. Educators must be able to design learning creatively and innovatively. In 21st century learning, educators are required to be able to develop critical thinking skills, collaboration skills, creativity skills and communication skills. These four abilities must be formed through classroom learning. Education must be able to produce students who have strong national character, are independent and have high competitiveness. Therefore, in the curriculum of the Indonesian Language and Literature Education Study Program FKIP Pasundan University, the Curriculum Study, Planning and Implementation of Learning courses are the main courses aimed at preparing students' competence in planning and implementing learning. This research uses a quantitative descriptive method with data collection techniques based on the value of preparing learning tools based on the Independent Curriculum, the value of observing the learning practice process carried out using peer teaching techniques involving other lecturers as observers. The data collection technique used the entire student population who contracted the Curriculum Study, Planning and Learning Implementation course, 65 people. Based on the results of the research conducted, it can be concluded that students in the Indonesian Language and Literature Education Study Program FKIP Pasundan University are able to design learning in accordance with the characteristics of the Independent Curriculum. Apart from that, students are also able to practice the learning process in accordance with the characteristics of the Independent Curriculum. In this way, students are equipped with competencies that suit the needs of the field to prepare educators who can be competitive in the world of education.

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF MATHEMATICS LEARNING THROUGH A REALISTIC MATHEMATICS EDUCATION APPROACH IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

The research aims to analyze the effectiveness of mathematics learning through the realistic mathematics education approach in learning the concept of counting integers in grade VI elementary school students. The research used a quasi-experiment with one pretest postets design. The research involved 32 grade VI students at SDN 205 Neglasari, Coblong District, Bandung City. The research instrument is in the form of a multiple-choice test that includes addition and subtraction of decimal numbers. Research shows that the RME approach is effective in producing a significant improvement in students' learning completeness in the addition and subtraction of decimal integers, as well as improving mathematical problem-solving, self-efficacy, reasoning, and mathematical literacy. RME encourages students to recognize the practical application of mathematical concepts through real-world contexts and cultural elements, as well as to cultivate creative and imaginative thinking skills so that they can be an important strategy in improving mathematics education in primary schools.

Meta-Analysis Study: The Influence of Project Based Learning Models on Creativity and Science Learning Outcomes of Elementary School Students

The project based learning (PjBL) model is expected to be able to change students' learning styles by increasing motivation in learning, creativity in work, generating creative ideas, and being able to think critically. The meta-analysis research aims to find out how big the effect of the PjBL model is on the creativity and science learning outcomes of elementary school students?; Does the implementation of the PjBL model affect the creativity and science learning outcomes of elementary school students? Collecting articles using the publish or perish application with the keywords PjBL model, creativity, and elementary science learning outcomes. The data obtained was analyzed by calculating the effect size of each journal. Analysis of the average effect size of 0.92 is in the large category. The PjBL model influences the creativity and learning outcomes of elementary school students with r RE = 0.925 in the high category. This shows that the PjBL model can increase student creativity and learning outcomes in elementary school science learning. The PjBL model can improve and develop creativity and high-level thinking skills based on the demands of the 4.0 era.

Thinking like a nurse: the power of drama on nursing students’ professional education and communication skills

Various educational methods are used in nursing education to develop the knowledge and skills suitable for the profession. Drama is a teaching technique that aims for students to acquire knowledge, skills, and understanding about human relations by using game techniques. This study was conducted to determine the power of drama on nursing students’ professional education and communication skills. This study was carried out using a phenomenological method with nursing students comprising the five focus groups. During focus interviews, 28 students answered whether through drama-method learning experience and drama has affected personal development. The content analysis method was used in the interpretation of the data. As a result of the content analysis conducted in this study, four main themes and nine subthemes were determined. Themes are; 1. Learning (effective learning, learning by having fun); 2. Confidence (improvement in self-confidence, improvement in creativity); 3. Sufficiency (taking responsibility, collaborating); 4. Communication (empathy, awareness, socialization). This study showed that education through the drama method improves the learning of nursing students. Education through the drama method enables nursing students to learn effectively. In addition, it helps them to develop skills such as empathy, communication, and self-confidence. Through drama, the students’ skills of responsibility, cooperation, and creativity improve.

ChatGPT를 활용한 하브루타 수업의 효과

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine whether Havruta classes using ChatGPT are effective in enhancing the creative problem-solving and critical thinking skills of pre-infant teachers, and to explore the direction of teaching and learning methods for pre-service teachers to improve future education capabilities. Methods: The subjects of this study were twent-two second graders who are taking early childhood curriculum classes at E University. Havruta classes using ChatGPT were operated for twelve weeks, excluding the first week orientation, midterm and final exams. In order to confirm the effectiveness of classes for pre-infant teachers, creative problem-solving and critical thinking skills were checked before and after, and then analyzed through a paired-sample t-test. Results: First, Havruta classes using ChatGPT of pre-infant teachers were found to have a positive effect on improving creative problem-solving skills. Second, Havruta classes using ChatGPT of pre-infant teachers were found to have a positive effect on improving critical thinking skills. Conclusion: It was confirmed that Havruta and classes using ChatGPT were meaningful as teaching and learning methods for pre-child teachers for future education.

The Relationship Between AI and Unemployment Rate and the Solution

Technological advancements and significant strides in artificial intelligence have undeniably propelled economic growth. Integrating AI into production processes enhances productivity and efficiency. AI systems can operate continuously without breaks, and advanced technologies minimize the risk of human errors, producing high-quality goods and reducing costs. Ever since the inception of ChatGPT, the discourse surrounding the potential replacement of human labor by artificial intelligence has been a recurring theme. However, specific industries within the job market are resistant to being replaced by artificial intelligence, as they require distinct human qualities like creativity, emotion, and decision-making skills. These professions require problem-solving, interpersonal skills, emotional understanding, moral decision-making, and various unique human talents. This paper analyses the relationship between AI and the unemployment rate and the solution. It revealed the temporary decline in production efficiency, including short-term production efficiency reduction and long-term productivity improvements. Various policies can be implemented to address the issues mentioned, including initiatives to enhance education and improve the transparency of AI applications.

Proses berpikir kreatif siswa dalam menyelesaikan soal kontekstual pada materi perbandingan berdasarkan teori Wallas

This study aims to determine and describe the creative thinking process skills of SMP Negeri 2 Sungai Ambawang students in solving contextual problems related to the topic of ratios based on Wallas' theory. The research method used is descriptive method with a qualitative approach. The research instruments used were creative thinking tests and interview guidelines. The data sources used were the answers to students' creative thinking tests and the results of interviews with students by researchers. This study reveals about students' creative thinking processes with three criteria for thinking levels, namely students with high, medium and low abilities. Of the 22 students, 23% were at a high creative thinking level, 32% were at a moderate creative thinking level and 45% were at a low creative thinking level. Students who are at a high level of creative thinking are able to go through all stages of creative thinking based on Wallas, at an intermediate level they are able to go through the Wallas creative thinking stage but are constrained in verification and do not find more than one way of solving it, while students at a low level do not go through the preparation stage and verification but find creative ways to solve problems.

Improving Concentration, Creativity, and Motor Skills through SAVARI (Save All Memories) Play Therapy for Children with Special Needs

Improving Concentration, Creativity, and Motor Skills through SAVARI (Save All Memories) Play Therapy for Children with Special Needs

Aplikasi Kumer-Math Berbasis Pembelajaran Diferensiasi Terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif Pada Materi Perbandingan Trigonometri

This research aims to produce learning media in the form of Android applications that achieve valid, practical and effective criteria so that they are suitable for use. This research uses Research and Development (R&D) methodology. The steps for developing this application use the ADDIE model which stands for analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation. The subjects in this research were class X SMA Negeri 1 Mempawah Hilir students. The instruments used in this research were media and material expert validation sheets, student and teacher response questionnaires, and posttests. The research results related to validity reached a validity level in the "Very Valid" category with media validity reaching 88.78% and material validity reaching 95.57%, reaching a level of practicality with the "Very Practical" criteria as indicated by the student response questionnaire which reached a score of 90, 13% and the response questionnaire given by the teacher reached a score of 93.08%, reaching a level of effectiveness with the criteria "Very Effective" based on the completion score determined by the school with test results showing the percentage of student completion getting a score of 91.67%. With this it can be concluded that the Kumer - Math application based on differentiation learning for creative thinking skills in trigonometry comparison material is very suitable for use.

Enhancing Fine Motor Skills and Fostering Creativity in Children through Plasticine-Based Activities

Some children have difficulty developing their creativity and motor skills. Children with fine motor problems may find it difficult to express their creativity. To overcome these problems, the play method using plasticine is one of the alternative solutions. Therefore, this study aims to explore the effect of plasticine play activities on improving fine motor skills and creativity in kindergarten-aged children. This study used a quantitative approach with the type of quasi experiment with a one group pretest posttest research design. This study only involved the experimental group. Data collection in this study used questionnaires in the form of fine motor skills instruments and creative thinking skills in children. This study involved children aged 5-6 years in group B as many as 60 students who were then selected using purposive sampling technique. In this study, the data were analyzed using paired samples t-test. The results showed that there was a significant increase in fine motor skills and creative thinking ability in children after being given treatment using the Plasticine-Based Activities method. This is evidenced by the significance value of 0.001 0.05. However, in this study, it is recommended that kindergarten educators and parents integrate plasticine play activities in the curriculum and daily activities of children. Additional support in the form of training for educators is also needed to maximize the benefits of using plasticine in developing children's skills.

The Effects of a Robotics Program on Preschool-Students Creative Thinking Skills

The Effects of a Robotics Program on Preschool-Students Creative Thinking Skills

Kreativitas Guru Dalam Memilih Strategi Pembelajaran Yang Efektif Untuk Persiapan Menghadapi Kurikulum Nasional

In facing the dynamics of the national curriculum which continues to develop, it is important to understand the role of teacher creativity in choosing effective learning strategies. This research aims to explore and understand how teacher creativity can be used in choosing effective learning strategies to prepare for the National Curriculum. Through a qualitative literature study approach, this research investigates various text sources, journals, and related research to gain in-depth insight into how teachers use their creativity in designing interesting and meaningful learning experiences for students. The findings show that teacher creativity plays an important role in responding to the demands of the continuously developing national curriculum, which demands adaptation and innovation in learning methods. Creative teachers can choose and adapt various learning strategies, such as project-based learning, group discussions, and technology-based approaches, according to student needs and the learning objectives set in the curriculum. By utilizing their creativity, teachers can create a learning environment that motivates, inspires, and produces optimal learning outcomes. The implications of this research highlight the importance of providing support and training to teachers to develop their creative skills in selecting learning strategies that suit the changing national curriculum context and diverse student needs

Numerical harmonies in architectural education: Villard de Honnecourt’s grid

The analysis of the grid designed by Villard de Honnecourt and its role in medieval architecture offers an enriching perspective for contemporary architectural education. This historic tool was successfully implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic at the Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. The strategic choice of the grid as a starting point allowed exploring medieval construction techniques integrated with digital tools. This approach not only highlights the connection between architecture and music, evidencing the influence of the Pythagorean and Platonic schools in the Middle Ages, but also demonstrates the versatility of the grid in academic training. Through practical analyses and case studies, analytical and creative skills were promoted among those who dedicate themselves to studying architecture. The transformation of architecture teaching in current university environments, moving away from the traditional model, poses challenges. The dilemma between digital tools and access to information allows for reinterpreting compositional methods. Analysis of the academic use of the Villard de Honnecourt grid and its predecessor, the Van Der Graaf grid system, highlights their historical relevance and distinctive geometric characteristics. The grid has become an essential pedagogical tool from its medieval origins to its contemporary application. This study, which was carried out at the Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez, reflects upon the model proposed by the grid. It analyzes its implications in academic teaching-learning processes, revealing its impact in physical, documentary, and technological dimensions. In summary, it highlights the adaptability and continued relevance of the grid as an essential pedagogical tool in the training of architects.

Pemberdayaan Perempuan Melalui Pelatihan Video Marketing “Reels Instagram” Guna Meningkatkan Penjualan Produk Fashion di Desa Kemitir, Kabupaten Semarang

Video marketing strategy plays a very big role in efforts to reach potential customers and campaigns for a brand which will have an impact on increasing product sales. One of the online business people with the greatest interest is women. This is because women have free time to run their business 24 hours a day, as well as business communication skills that can easily influence potential customers. However, on the other hand, the acceleration of technology means that most, if not all, business people must be able to keep up. The most important factor is skills in managing marketing content which is the main media in online business. Women are actually connoted as a gender that is less skilled in technology and is forced to master marketing content. Therefore, this community service activity is intended to provide a solution in the form of training in creating marketing video content to improve marketing so that it has an impact on increasing product sales. The method used is in the form of direct assistance and training in making marketing videos, with the target object being women business actors and non-business actors, who are members of the Kemitir Village PKK. The results and outcomes of this service activity are the creation of new skills for women in Kemitir Village in making short videos which are uploaded to Instagram reels as marketing content.

AN INTEGRATION OF LABOV'S NARRATIVE ANALYSIS MODEL TO CONTINUATION WRITING INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN

The modern Chinese educational framework increasingly prioritizes critical thinking, creativity, and practical communication skills, recognizing writing as fundamental beyond test performance. Continuation writing, which involves extending a given story, requires students to deeply understand the original text and develop coherent, stylistically consistent continuations. Traditional product-oriented writing instruction separates reading from writing, focusing on the final product and using scores to assess rather than instructing on revisions. This approach tends to lead to student disinterest and passive attitudes towards writing, with compositions revised only for grammatical errors instead of cohesive and coherent content organization. This study highlighted the development of a continuation writing instruction based on Labov's Narrative Analysis Model, guided by sociocultural theory. We implemented the model with 30 senior high school students in Heilongjiang province, China, and collected data to assess the students' needs in terms of complexity, accuracy, and fluency (CAF). The results indicated students' needs in four areas: understanding the article's theme and structure, extracting critical information, organizing and planning, and enhancing style and creativity. Pedagogically, the study offers valuable insights for teachers and students. Teachers gain guidance on integrating Labov's model to nurture students' narrative competence and writing proficiency. Students benefit from a better understanding of their continued writing needs.

The Children Theatre Artist's Perspectives On Child’s Rights And Child’s Labour In The Digital Age.

A child is a minor, younger person being under the age of infancy and puberty. According to the Nigeria Rights Act of 2003 a child is a human being under the age of 18 years that is under the strict control and protection of parents/guardians. He/she have legal rights accrue to him/her, such right cut across the social, economic, cultural, and religious duties; they are beneficial to the growth and development of the child. These rights are undermined daily; therefore, the child is subjected to child labour given a demeaning job and inhuman treatment. The theatre as the third eye that mirrors the society, creates awareness and correct vices in the society, through this research hereby exposed how children's right is being violated daily and they are being coerced to do a degrading job. The ability of the theatre to communicate complex issues; and its high creative skills were the tools employed to create plays dramas, dances sketches, playlets, that advocate for child right and child labour. The quantitative research methodology and community play production were employed. Findings shows that many children were going through this trauma even though the child right laws have been in existence for so long its awareness and implementation level were very low.

Creative Problem Solving and Communication in Entrepreneurship

This abstract introduces a plug and play set of materials designed for teachers to use as flipped learning tasks in the context of proposal writing and persuasive presentations. These materials were developed based on interview videos featuring young local entrepreneurs, who provided valuable insights and perspectives into the importance of research, creative problem solving, communication and language skills. PolyU students in discipline-specific subjects engage in project-based learning, where they write proposals and deliver persuasive presentations based on their unique understanding and ideas within their respective disciplines. Given the constraints of a tight 13-week schedule, flipped discovery and consolidation materials based on the interview videos have been developed, covering a range of topics related to research, proposal writing, and presentation skills. This submission centers around two plug-and-play sets: Creative Problem Solving and Communication, which can be seamlessly integrated into existing teaching and learning materials as flipped warmer and consolidation activities. Students have expressed in focus group interviews how these materials have made their learning experience more authentic and transferable. By incorporating relatable real-world examples and practical insights, these plug-and-play sets offer teachers a convenient and effective way to introduce engaging warm-up activities into their existing materials. Students are guided to reflect on their research process, creative problem-solving skills and communication skills which are essential for successfully communicating their discipline knowledge and ideas in proposal writing and persuasive presentations.