Effective Learning Strategies Research Articles

Combining Statistical and Machine Learning Methods to Identify Predictors of Brazilian Students’ Proficiency in PISA 2018

Brazil’s education system lags behind international standards, with two-fifths of students scoring below the minimum level of proficiency in mathematics, science, and reading. Thus, this study combined machine learning with traditional statistics to identify the most important predictors and to interpret their effects on proficiency in the PISA 2018 mathematics, science, and reading tests. Predictors encompassed a wide range of variables, sociodemographic characteristics, teaching and learning processes, and non-cognitive skills. The outcome of the present study was proficiency in mathematics, science, and reading. PISA proficiency levels were grouped into “low proficiency” and “proficient” categories, using a classification system commonly employed in PISA reports. Using random forest analysis, a machine learning method, I compared the importance of predictors for proficiency in mathematics, science, and reading. I then adjusted multilevel logistic regression analyses to investigate the relationship between the top predictors and the outcomes. Among the top predictors for the three outcomes identified, annual household income, parents’ highest occupational status, and early childhood education and care were positively associated with proficiency in mathematics, science, and reading, while grade repetition and additional instruction were negatively associated with these outcomes. These findings urge Brazilian policymakers and educators to prioritize initiatives that strengthen early childhood programs, minimize grade repetition, and promote effective learning strategies.

Pengaruh Kedisiplinan Terhadap Hasil Belajar Siswa di SMP Don Bosco Tomohon

This research aims to examine the influence of learning discipline on Catholic Religious Education learning outcomes for class VII students at Don Bosco Tomohon Middle School. The method used was quantitative with 60 class VII students participating. The instruments used consist of questionnaires to measure learning discipline and test results as well as evaluations of the applicable curriculum to measure Catholic Religious Education learning outcomes. The results of instrument testing show that the instrument used can be considered valid and reliable. The data were analyzed using simple regression analysis and the results showed that there was a significant influence between learning discipline and students' Catholic Religious Education learning outcomes with a determinant coefficient of 0.590. From these results it can be concluded that learning discipline contributes 59% to student learning outcomes, while 41% is influenced by other factors. The implication of this research is the important role of learning discipline in improving student academic achievement, as well as providing input for teachers and schools in developing more effective learning strategies.

Implementasi Etika Profesi dalam Kehidupan Mahasiswa Sastra Inggris Universitas Bumigora

The role of ethics in the lives of students is very important. It equips them with the ability to distinguish between what is right and what is wrong, thus enabling them to behave in a polite, courteous and responsible manner. Violations or deviant behaviour committed by prospective lecturers need to be observed, especially those related to professional ethics. Therefore, there is a need to conduct research on the application of professional ethics early in the lives of English Literature students who aspire to become lecturers. This research will use a literature review approach, involving a collection of books, academic articles and other relevant sources that explore the application of professional ethics in the lives of students. The data collected will be analysed descriptively. The findings of this study highlight the need for continuous effort in the application of professional ethics. Future teachers of English literature will develop the habit of implementing effective learning strategies by consistently practising the suggested efforts, which will prove beneficial when working with students in the future.

Metode Ummi Meningkatkan Kemampuan Membaca Al-Qur'an di Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Al Ghazali (UNUGHA) Cilacap

This research aims to analyze the application of the Ummi method in improving the ability to read the Al-Qur'an at UNUGHA Cilacap. The aim is to provide a better understanding of the factors that influence the effectiveness of Al-Qur'an learning in the academic environment, as well as applying the ummi method to improve students' Al-Qur'an reading skills, with a focus on case studies at UNUGHA Cilacap. Through a case study approach, presenting an effective method for improving skills in reciting the Koran through the Ummi method. Reading the Koran proficiently is an important skill for Muslim students. However, many people face difficulties in mastering the correct recitation techniques. This research explores the effectiveness of the Ummi Method—an innovative teaching approach—in developing strong Al-Quran reading skills among students at Al Ghazali State Islamic University, Cilacap. Through the use of a qualitative case study design, we observed Ummi Method classes, interviewed enthusiastic students and dedicated tutors, and examined evaluation results. These findings reveal how the Ummi Method engages students with a fun yet rigorous step-by-step process. By utilizing repetition, an emphasis on clear pronunciation, and a caring learning environment, students gain confidence and improve their skills significantly. Real-life motivational examples from tutors also inspire spiritual and character development. Students appreciate learning at their own pace through this simple yet comprehensive system. The evaluation scores support that the Ummi Method improves the quality of reading, knowledge of Tajwid rules, and love of the Al-Quran. This research provides valuable insights into effective teaching approaches that address the needs of modern Muslim learners. The successful application of the Ummi Method at Al Ghazali State Islamic University Cilacap shows its potential in optimizing academic achievement and also strengthening faith in other educational contexts. This method is based on the rules of tajwid, makharijul letters, gharib, and tartil rules. Recommendations include curriculum improvements and facility support to improve students' ability to read the Koran. Further studies are needed for a deeper understanding. The findings of this research provide valuable insight for the development of effective learning strategies and solutions to overcome the challenges faced by students in studying the Koran.

Pemanfaatan Parafrase Berbasis Artificial Intelligence Sebagai Salah Satu Teknologi Digital Untuk Meningkatkan Efisiensi Penyelesaian Tugas Mahasiswa di Surabaya

Utilization of Artificial Intelligence-Based Paraphrasing Improves Efficiency of Student Assignment Completion in Surabaya. In this era of over-evolving technology, artificial intelligence technology (AI) has made significant contributions in various fields, including education. One potential implemantation of artificial intelligence technology is an automated AI-based online paraphrasing tool in education 4.0 era. This research aims to examine the effectiveness of using AI-based online paraphrasing in improving the efficiency of student assigntment completion in Surabaya. The research metodolgy involved a survey with student from various universities in Surabaya with a descriptive approach technique. The results show that the use of AI-based online paraphrasing tools can significantlu reduce the time needed to complete assignments without reducing the quality of the content. This tools helps students to understand the material, develop writing skills, and avoid plagiarism. This research result is expected to encourage the use of digital technology in the learning process, which is expected to improve academic productivity. Thus, AI-based online paraphrasing tools can be part of a more modern and effective learning strategy.

Speaking Interculturally in the Era of Global Englishes: Voices from Indonesian English Language Teacher Educators

Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate the Indonesian English language teacher educators’ understanding, preferences, and challenges in preparing future English teachers to be able to speak interculturally in the Global Englishes era. Theoretical Framework: The theoretical framework of this study emphasizes how crucial it is to comprehend both the conceptualizing intercultural speakers and the global English era to analyze intercultural speakers' competency in the global English context. Method: The study examined the issue among English language teacher educators working in a teacher education study program of a private university in West Java, Indonesia. Using open- and closed-ended questions distributed to the participants via Google Forms. Results and Discussion: The results obtained reveal that preparing future English teachers to be intercultural speakers who can teach both language and culture is urgent. Integrating cultural aspects and developing intercultural communicative competence is a must. However, teacher educators believe they are not yet ready to be globally competent and become intercultural speakers. Research Implications: This study contributes to the teacher education program by providing valuable information about effective language learning strategies, especially in teaching speaking and intercultural communication.

Augmented reality simulation-based training for midwifery students and its impact on perceived knowledge, confidence and skills for managing critical incidents

ProblemEmergency obstetric management is essential in midwifery training to prevent fetal and maternal morbidity. Repeating this management in practice is often not possible. Sustainable confidence in these procedures is usually achieved in the first few years of practice. BackgroundSimulation training complements hands-on learning and improves practical skills, benefiting both students and patients. Research on obstetric emergency simulation training have demonstrated this, but the use of digital simulation approaches, such as augmented reality (AR), is under-researched. AimTo investigate whether AR simulation training influences midwifery students' subjective perceptions of knowledge, confidence and practical skills in emergency situations. MethodsA descriptive exploratory study was conducted using a pre-post design. AR scenarios were developed on the topics of 'preparing emergency tocolysis', 'preparing a pregnant woman for caesarean section' and ‘resuscitation of newborns'. The AR simulation was conducted in the fourth to fifth semester of the midwifery programme. A questionnaire was developed for students (N = 133) to self-assess their competence in the categories of knowledge, confidence and practical skills. ResultsStudents rated their competence significantly better in the post-survey than in the pre-survey (p=<0.05). Simulation has an impact on self-assessment of professional knowledge, confidence and practical skills in emergency situations. It enhances students' procedural knowledge and practical skills in complex contexts, complements subject knowledge and builds confidence. ConclusionThe results provide initial evidence that AR simulation is an effective learning strategy for emergency management preparedness. Future studies should validate the effect with control cohorts and measure competence through practical examinations.

Development of an Economic Learning Strategy Module Based Problem-Based Learning to Improve Learning Quality and Teaching Skills

This research aims to develop a Problem Based Learning (PBL) based Effective Learning Strategy (ELS) module to improve the quality of learning and teaching skills. The ELS module is designed to provide systematic guidance to educators in implementing PBL in their learning. This study used a data analysis technique, namely a comparison test using SPSS software. The evaluation results show that this module provides a practical approach to improving teaching skills, focusing on setting up problem-based tasks and facilitating problem-solving oriented discussions. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the development of coursebooks has a significant impact on improving student learning outcomes. Before the use of the textbook, the average score obtained was at a certain level of 74.98, but after the use of the textbook, there was a significant improvement in the learning outcomes with a significantly increased average score of 86.16. Keywords: problem-based learning, quality of learning, teaching skills

DynaSTI: Dynamics modeling with sequential temporal information for reinforcement learning in Atari

Deep reinforcement learning (DRL) has shown remarkable capabilities in solving sequential decision-making problems. However, DRL requires extensive interactions with image-based environments. Existing methods have combined self-supervised learning or data augmentation to improve sample efficiency. While understanding the temporal information dynamics of the environment is important for effective learning, many methods do not consider these factors. To address the sample efficiency problem, we propose dynamics modeling with sequential temporal information (DynaSTI) that incorporates environmental dynamics and leverages the correlation among trajectories to improve sample efficiency. DynaSTI uses an effective learning strategy for state representation as an auxiliary task, using gated recurrent units to capture temporal information. It also integrates forward and inverse dynamics modeling in a hierarchical configuration, enhancing the learning of environmental dynamics compared to using each model separately. The hierarchical structure of DynaSTI enhances the stability of inverse dynamics modeling during training by using inputs derived from forward dynamics modeling, which focuses on feature extraction related to controllable state. This approach effectively filters out noisy information. Consequently, using denoised inputs from forward dynamics modeling results in improved stability when training inverse dynamics modeling, rather than using inputs directly from the encoder. We demonstrate the effectiveness of DynaSTI through experiments on the Atari game benchmark, limiting the environment interactions to 100k steps. Our extensive experiments confirm that DynaSTI significantly improves the sample efficiency of DRL, outperforming comparison methods in terms of statistically reliable metrics and nearing human-level performance.

Problematika Dan Strategi Pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia Di Sekolah Dasar Swasta At-Taufiq Kelas Rendah

Learning Indonesian in elementary schools, especially in lower grades, faces various obstacles. This problem includes student learning outcomes that have not reached the Minimum Completeness Criteria (KKM) and monotonous teaching methods. This study aims to explore the obstacles teachers face during learning and the strategies they use at At-Taufiq Private Elementary School. The data collection method involved interviews with class I, II, and III teachers. The findings show that the direct learning strategies used, such as the lecture method, are not effective because they make students feel bored. Alternative strategies such as the use of learning media such as storybooks and infocus are recommended to increase students' interest in learning. This research aims to explore the obstacles faced in learning Indonesian in the lower grades of At-Taufiq Private Elementary School and identify effective learning strategies to overcome these problems. Thus, this research aims to identify learning obstacles and provide innovative solutions to improve quality. Indonesian language learning in elementary schools.

Pengaruh Strategi Pikir Plus menggunakan Metode Outdoor Study terhadap Keterampilan Menulis Puisi Kelas VIII SMP Darul Hikam

Writing ability is one of the skills that must be mastered by grade VIII students in Indonesian language learning. Students’ ability to master the vocabulary and spelling of the words they use to express their ideas is very important in writing poetry. Based on the results of observations at Darul Hikam Junior High School, it shows that there are still student obstacles in writing poetry in class so that students feel less effective in expressing their ideas and objects. In addition, teachers still use traditional Indonesian language learning methods with teacher-related approaches in daily teaching and learning activities. A teacher’s skill in choosing effective learning strategies and methods can improve students’ poetry writing skills. Learning methods and strategies that increase students’ poetry writing skills are the Think Plus Strategy with the Outdoor Study Method. This study aims to find and explain the impact of thinking and strategies using the outdoor study method on grade VIII students of Smp Darul Hikam Kuwarasan in the 2023/2024 academic year. The method applied in this research is experimental method with one group pretest and posttest design. The sample in this study was formed from 24 students. Normality and homogeneity testing using the SPSS application illustrates the significance value of Sig. 0.571 &gt; 0.05 and 0.412 &gt; 0.05 illustrating that the class is normally distributed and homogeneous. Data on learning outcomes were analyzed using paired sample t-test with 5% confidence level. Based on the results of the SPSS test, the Sig (two-tailed) significance value is 0.032 &lt;0.05, so it can be said that the strategy of thinking plus with the outdoor study method has a significant effect on improving the poetry writing skills of students in grade VIII of Darul Hikam Kuwarasan Junior High School in the 2023/2024 academic year.

Pengetahuan Siswa Tentang Metamorfosis: Metode Ceramah Vs Metode Diskusi Pada Strategi Pembelajaran Dan Motivasi Belajar

This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the lecture method and discussion method in influencing students' knowledge about metamorphosis, as well as their impact on learning strategies and learning motivation. The research sample consisted of class VII students who were divided into two groups: the first group was taught using the lecture method, while the second group was taught using the discussion method. Experimental design research method. The results showed that the group taught using the discussion method obtained significantly higher scores than the lecture group, indicating a better increase in knowledge about metamorphosis. In addition, students in the discussion group showed more effective learning strategies and higher learning motivation than the lecture group. These findings emphasize the importance of learning methods that involve active student participation, such as discussions, in increasing students' mastery of concepts, learning strategies, and motivation to learn about the topic of metamorphosis.

English Vocabulary Learning Strategies between High-achievers and Low-achievers

This study intends to compare the vocabulary learning strategies between high-achievers and low-achievers in junior high schools, and thus to explore effective vocabulary learning strategies to provide suggestions for English vocabulary teaching and learning practice. It is found out that high-achievers apply English vocabulary learning strategies more frequently than low-achieving students do. More specifically, in terms of meta-cognitive strategies, low-achievers use more pre-planning strategies, while high-achievers apply more selective attention strategies. For cognitive strategies, both high-achievers and low-achievers tend to use repetition strategies. Achievers are better at categorizing what they have learnt than low-achievers. For affective strategies, low-achievers apply reference books strategies most frequently and neither type of students uses authentic material strategies very often. Students’ beliefs, habits and attitudes towards vocabulary learning affect the application of strategies to some extent. High-achievers are better at utilizing the environment and even creating opportunities for English communication than underachievers. In addition, high-achievers have stronger learning motivation and they are also better at setting and achieving goals than low-achievers.

Menumbuhkan Tunas Kreativitas: Strategi Pembelajaran Pendidikan Pancasila yang Efektif untuk Kelas 1 SD/MI

Education is the main foundation in forming the character and intelligence of the nation's next generation. In Indonesia, Pancasila education has a very important role in directing students' moral and ethical development from an early age. Therefore, this research was conducted to analyze effective Pancasila education learning strategies for grade 1 SD/MI. This research is qualitative research that uses the literature review method with Google School as a database. Based on the literature review that has been carried out, it can be concluded that creative learning methods, such as stories, games and art activities, are very effective in increasing grade 1 SD/MI students' understanding of the values ​​of Pancasila. These methods not only make the learning process more interesting and enjoyable, but also help students internalize the values ​​taught, develop critical thinking and problem solving skills, and form character in accordance with the principles of Pancasila. The successful implementation of creative learning methods is very dependent on the role of the teacher, family support and the school environment. Therefore, joint efforts are needed from various parties to overcome challenges and maximize the potential for creative learning in Pancasila Education.

Effective Learning Strategies in Improving Elementary School Students' Character: A Systematic Literature Review

Character education plays a crucial role in shaping the quality personality of elementary school students. Effective learning strategies have been identified as a key approach to enhancing students' characters through education. These strategies help students understand and internalize the desired character values in their daily lives. This study aims to conduct a systematic literature review on effective learning strategies to enhance the characters of elementary school students. The methodology used is Systematic Literature Review (SLR), the data analysis approach is content analysis, and the database from Google Scholar or Google Scholar in the last three years (2020-2023) is analyzed. The results of this research obtained a database with the keywords "learning strategies" AND "student character" AND "elementary school students," from which 9 articles that met the inclusion criteria were selected and analyzed. The analysis concluded that adaptive, collaborative, and innovative learning strategies are key to ensuring the continuous development of students' characters. The role of teachers greatly influences the characters of elementary school students. The results of this research provide recommendations to elementary school teachers to adapt various learning strategies to effectively develop positive character traits in students for the future.

Learning Strategies in Islamic Religious Education to Build Students' Spiritual Awareness and Islamic Ethics

Learning strategies in Islamic religious education have an important role in building students' spiritual awareness and Islamic ethics. In this context, a holistic approach that integrates cognitive, affective and psychomotor aspects is crucial, especially in today's digital era. Experiential learning, such as group worship activities, group discussions on moral values, and the use of technology and digital media to present material in an interesting and relevant manner, can help increase understanding of the internalization of Islamic teachings. In addition, the role of teachers as role models and facilitators who are able to create a conducive and inspiring learning environment greatly determines success. Thus, the application of effective learning strategies in Islamic religious education is expected to be able to form students who not only understand religious teachings theoretically, but also practice them in everyday life, so as to form individuals with high spiritual awareness and strong Islamic ethics.

A Study of the Relationship Between Learning Motivation and Learning Strategies in Primary School Students

In the past decade or so, educators have carried out a number of studies centered on the important topic of “teaching students to learn”, among which the studies on learning motivation and learning strategies have attracted particular attention. Under the current exam-based education system in China, academic performance is the fundamental means of measuring students’ learning, and motivation and learning strategies, as extremely important factors affecting students’ learning, have a direct impact on students’ academic performance. Good learning motivation and scientific learning strategies have a certain improvement effect on students’ learning attitudes and behaviors, which can help students, learn more effectively and improve their knowledge and academic performance. The purpose of this research is to study the relationship between learning motivation and learning strategies of primary school students. The present study aims to bridge this gap by conducting a questionnaire survey among elementary school students in an elementary school in Kunming, Yunnan Province, to provide insights into the relationship between motivations and learning strategies among elementary school students, taking into account the influence of a more comprehensive set of variables. The study found that students with higher intrinsic motivation tended to use effective learning strategies to help them learn, and that girls tended to use the right learning strategies to learn more than boys. This study will help to improve our understanding of the learning process of primary school students and provide parents, teachers, and policy makers with further insights and guidance that will help to improve students’ motivation and adoption of effective learning strategies.

Undergraduates’ experience and satisfaction of massive open online course in Malaysia

&lt;span lang="EN-US"&gt;While massive open online course (MOOC) is gaining popularity, studies have shown how negative user experience of the learning platform can lead to issues related to poor learning performance. OpenLearning, as the official national coordinated MOOCs program for higher education institutions in Malaysia, is still considerably gaining momentum in this country, thus much can still be observed in the usability aspect of this platform from the student’s perspective. This study aimed to evaluate the aspects of user experience and learning satisfaction of MOOC OpenLearning involving undergraduate students in a public university in Malaysia. Data were gathered through the online survey method which adapted questions from the user experience questionnaire (UEQ) and the usefulness, satisfaction, and ease of use (USE) questionnaire. Descriptive analyses revealed moderate positive levels of user experience and learning satisfaction towards MOOC OpenLearning among the respondents. Furthermore, there was a significant positive correlation between both factors, suggesting the importance of considering user experience as the key factor in enhancing students’ satisfaction with MOOC. Recommendations arising from the students’ perceptions and concerns on the usability aspect contribute towards developing strategic guidelines for enhancing students’ learning experiences, especially during circumstances that necessitate effective online learning strategies.&lt;/span&gt;

Pengembangan Model Manajemen Evaluasi Pembelajaran Terpadu untuk Pendidikan Islam Anak Usia Dini (PIAUD)

Early childhood requires a learning approach that considers individual needs and encourages the development of socio-emotional and cognitive skills. A stimulating and inclusive learning environment is essential to ensure every child has an equal opportunity to thrive. This research investigates various practical pedagogical approaches in early childhood education, focusing on developing socio-emotional, cognitive, and holistic skills. This research uses a qualitative approach by conducting a comprehensive literature review of various effective learning strategies in early childhood education. Data were analyzed thematically to identify general patterns and emerging trends. The research results show that a practical pedagogical approach in early childhood education involves using inclusive and child-centered learning methods that emphasize developing socio-emotional and cognitive skills. Involving parents, school staff, and the community has also proven critical in creating a supportive and stimulating learning environment. This research concludes that quality early childhood education requires a holistic and inclusive pedagogical approach. Educators and educational practitioners must continue developing evidence-based learning practices and integrating findings from this research into their daily practice. This will ensure every child has the same opportunity to develop to their full potential in a supportive and stimulating learning environment.

Few-shot intent detection with self-supervised pretraining and prototype-aware attention

Few-shot intent detection is a more challenging application. However, traditional prototypical networks based on averaging often suffer from issues such as missing key information, poor generalization capabilities. In previous work, using three-dimensional convolutional neural networks (3DCNN) to generate prototype representations faces challenges with long-distance dependencies. Furthermore, a pretrained encoder’s performance in a specific domain is often suboptimal because its knowledge of the specific domain is fragmented. Therefore, in this paper, we propose a simple yet effective two-stage learning strategy to address these issues. In the first stage, we propose a self-supervised multi-task pretraining (SMTP) strategy. SMTP utilizes unlabeled data from the current domain to help the pretrained encoder learn the semantic information of the text and implicitly distinguish semantically similar text representations without using any labels. SMTP aims to enhance the representation capability of the pretrained encoder in a specific domain. In the second stage, we propose a prototype-aware attention (PaAT) model to generate prototype representations of the same class. PaAT generates prototype representations by calculating the attention between class texts, which can effectively solve the long-distance dependence problem of 3DCNN. PaAT is a siamese architecture that can simultaneously generate prototype representations and sentence-level representations of unseen data. In addition, to prevent overfitting in few-shot learning, we introduce an unsupervised contrastive regularization term to constrain PaAT. Our method achieves state-of-the-art performance on four public datasets.11Our code is available: https://github.com/YS19999/SMTP-PaAT. .