Elementary Level Students Research Articles

Effect of differentiated instruction on primary EFL students’ writing performance and perception: The case of grade 7 students in Hawassa city, Ethiopia

This study examined the effect of Differentiated Instruction (DI) on Grade 7 students' writing performance and their perception towards the instruction. To this end, a quasi-experimental design with a mixed methods approach was employed. The study focused on readiness level among the other potential student characteristics that need to be taken into account for instruction differentiation. The study was conducted at Tabor Elementary School in Sidama Regional State of Ethiopia. A total of 82 elementary level students were subjects of the study. Data were gathered through writing test, perception scale questionnaire and interview and analyzed both quantitatively and qualitatively. Independent Sample t-test, mean and standard deviation were used toanalyze the data. The results showed that the students in the experimental group exhibited higher score when compared with those in the comparison group. Furthermore, the participants’ perception towards differentiated instruction approach is shown to be positive.

Technical Properties of the ClassMaps Survey

More than a decade after two comprehensive examinations of the technical properties of the ClassMaps Survey (CMS), this study reexamined the structure and internal consistency of the scale and, for the first time, examined its measurement invariance across gender and school levels. Participants were 1,083 elementary and middle level students from a diverse northeastern school district. Students had completed the CMS as part of their district’s evaluation of its bullying prevention program; the deidentified results were shared with researchers with approval of the district school board. Results of a seven-factor confirmatory factor analysis showed that all items loaded on their respective subscale, exhibited adequate model fit (CFI = 0.91; RMSEA = .04; SRMR = .07), and communicated good internal consistency (α = .78 to .92). Partial strong invariance was demonstrated across gender groups and school level groups. Gender effects, school level effects, and gender by school level interactions were demonstrated for some subscales. The collective results support the use of the CMS to support planning and refining classroom routines and practices that promote students’ classroom autonomy and effective relationships.

Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Video Avatar Berbasis Artificial Intellegence (AI) bagi Peserta Didik Tingkat Pendidikan Dasar

This article reviews the development of artificial intelligence-based avatar video learning media products for elementary-level students. Researchers used the ADDIE R & D model method to develop the media product in its implementation. By the flow of the ADDIE model itself, researchers go through several stages such as analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. This research study shows that the use of products resulting from the development of artificial intelligence-based avatar video media is very suitable for elementary-level students. This is proven by the fact that the product has accommodated the two learning styles, namely auditory and visual so that with the basic nature of students who tend to imagine and are easily interested in concrete things, students become enthusiastic in learning activities.

TEACHING TEMPORAL WORDS TO ELEMENTARY LEVEL STUDENTS

Several scientists and educational researchers have worked on the concept “time”, they were interested in how to express time in speech. In this article, we studied their works and wrote about teaching temporal words to elementary level students at the same time a few methods were given that help to teach temporal words.

INFLUENTIAL EDUCATORS: UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACTS OF TEACHER BEHAVIOR ON ELEMENTARY STUDENT PERSONALITIES

This study delves into influence of teacher behavior on elementary school students, with a focus on their behavior development. Its primary objectives encompass understanding the driving forces behind student growth at the elementary level and identifying core factors shaping their personalities. Employing a quantitative research approach through a descriptive design, the investigation centers on impact of teachers' conduct on student behavior evolution. Study acknowledges the standing of personal ethical principles and individuals’ freedom while underscoring the significance of instilling universally recognized behavioral values and virtues among elementary-level students in Pakistan. Data collection method involved a meticulously crafted questionnaire, comprising distinct items that inquired about impact of teachers' behavior on students’ moral development. The study extensively analyzed data using descriptive and inferential statistics in SPSS, including T-test. This underscores teacher significance beyond academics, enhancing ethical growth & responsibility. The study emphasizes universal consensus on vital role of positive teacher-student relations in elementary education for student development.

Introduction of Marketing Strategies for Plastic Waste Recycling Products to Increase the Entrepreneurial Spirit of Madrasah Ibtida'iyah Students

This community service activity aims to improve the insights and skills of MI Hidayatul Insan Karanganyar students about marketing strategies in plastic waste recycling products. This activity was carried out at MI Hidayatul Insan Karanganyar by involving grade V students with a total of 22 students. The implementation method includes counseling and initial education regarding plastic waste management, reviewing plastic waste recycling activities, introducing marketing strategies, and preparing a marketing plan for brooch products from used straws. The results of this activity reflect an increase in students' understanding of plastic waste management, their ability to recycle, and knowledge of marketing strategies. It is concluded that this service activity provides an initial understanding of entrepreneurship and marketing of plastic recycled products to elementary level students. This activity plays a role in shaping an entrepreneurial mindset among students as well as providing a positive outlook on the practice of recycling plastic waste.

THE COGNITIVE COMPONENTS OF ANXIETY DURING SPEAKING TESTS AMONG OMANI LEARNERS

To find out the components and levels of cognitive anxiety among Omani learners, 110 participants were selected in three proficiency levels: elementary, pre-intermediate, and intermediate. To collect the data, a questionnaire adapted from Thomas et al. (2017) Cognitive Test Anxiety Scale (CTAS-2) was used and some statistical analysis was run to measure other variables including gender and English proficiency levels on the amount of cognitive anxiety that students experience during speaking examinations. The results of the study revealed that lack of confidence and sleep, fear of failure, and immediate feedback were the primary sources of anxiety at either average or high levels during the speaking examination sessions. In addition, the study could not find any effect of gender on anxiety. The elementary English proficiency level students suffer more during the speaking examination. The results suggest that teachers provide a comfortable examination environment by fostering some jokes and laughter. Punctuality of examiners, and giving one or two minutes extra to exceptional cases assist in stress reduction during speaking examinations. In addition, the findings suggest that institutions and curriculum developers prepare semi-authentic speaking examination situations to reduce the cognitive elements of test anxiety by designing game-based speaking tasks.

Implementasi Strategi Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning Dalam Pembelajaran Siswa Sekolah Dasar

Education at the elementary school level is an important foundation for students on their educational journey to the next stage. The quality of the educational process in middle and high schools depends on how learning in elementary schools is designed by teachers. Therefore, it is very important for teachers to apply learning methods that suit the characteristics of students and are able to improve students' critical and innovative thinking abilities, as well as help students in solving the problems they face. Ideal learning does not only transfer knowledge, but also foster critical thinking, innovative and problem solving skills. Thus, students are ready to face various challenges in the future. The problem based learning (PBL) learning strategy or what is known as problem based learning can help students think more critically in understanding learning. Students will be grouped and asked to analyze a problem in depth, then conclude. This will create students' critical thinking skills that are in line with the abilities of elementary school level students

Implementation of Digital-Based Learning Media on Thematic Material on Students’ Scientific Abilities

Learning applied to elementary school-age children is very crucial, because the methods and processes of teaching teachers seem to force students to be able to achieve predetermined competencies. This research uses the (SLR) method. regarding research methods: "Literature" which means it is a critical analysis of the research that is being carried out on a special topic or in the form of a question to a part of science. helps us in compiling a framework that is in accordance with the theory, findings, and results of previous research in solving the problem exposure in the research conducted. The implementation of digital-based learning media on thematic material on scientific abilities can be used optimally, especially for elementary school level students, using digital-based media can certainly stimulate the cognitive, affective and psychomotor abilities of students, especially in accordance with the characteristics of 21st century learning where modern learning utilizes the sophistication of information and communication technology, the role of the teacher as a facilitator is very important in creating interesting and fun learning

Correlation Between Understanding Body Movement Systems and Habits of Maintaining Bone Health in Elementary School Students

This research aims to determine the correlation between elementary school level students' understanding of the concept of movement systems in humans and their habits in maintaining bone health. Because maintaining bone health is something that must be paid attention to, especially in children at their growing age. Habits of maintaining bone health must be supported by elementary school level students' knowledge regarding the process of growth and development in the human body. This research uses a correlation analysis method, with the Product Moment correlation technique. The number of samples used in this research was 35 class VI students from 5 elementary schools in Banda Aceh City. The instruments used are test questions related to the movement system material in the chapter on how our bodies move, and also a student response questionnaire regarding their daily habits in maintaining bone health. The research results can be concluded that the correlation obtained through the Product Moment correlation test can determine the relationship between the two variables at 0.64 with strong criteria. So there is a strong correlation between the first variable, namely the level of understanding of students' concepts regarding how the body moves and the second variable, namely their habits of maintaining healthy bones. The results of the correlation coefficient obtained show changes in students' habits as they understand the concepts they gain.

LAYANAN BIMBINGAN BELAJAR BAGI SISWA YANG MENGALAMI GANGGUAN BELAJAR PADA SISWA TINGKAT SEKOLAH DASAR

Elementary school students' learning disorders are a problem that must be addressed immediately. Bearing in mind that the development of elementary school level students is characterized by the ability to make sense of what they read, being able to rewrite it, and spelling. Children will usually begin to read fluently at the age of 6 to 7 years when they are in elementary school, first and second grade. However, the facts fieldwork shows that there is a small portion of students in first and second grade elementary schools who are not yet able to read fluently and some even do not yet know letters. Of course, this is a question for teachers and parents regarding this method of learning, and it turns out that this condition is Disturbances experienced by children when learning. The aim of this research is to help children who choose dyslexic learning groups, apply the Fernald method to children with dyslexia, and change dyslexic children using the Fernald method. The method used in this research is Single Subject Research (SSR), using the A-B-A research design, there is repetition. base line phase or condition, which describes two conditions, namely before the intervention is given and after the intervention. Based on the research results, the Fernald method is suitable for students who experience dyslexia. Judging from the results before the intervention and after the intervention

Elementary teachers’ use of adaptive diagnostic assessment to improve mathematics teaching and learning: A case study

This case study examined teachers’ perceptions and use of adaptive diagnostic assessment for improving teaching and learning of elementary-level mathematics. The purpose was to understand how the teaching and learning of mathematics occurred in the classroom and changes that transpired due to the implementation of diagnostic assessments. Findings illustrate that diagnostic assessment can be a critical tool for improving pedagogical practice by enhancing mathematics teaching and learning by creating groups of students, planning lesson time, focused pedagogy, giving student feedback, communicating with stakeholders, and improving teacher efficiency. Participants demonstrated satisfaction with the benefits offered by diagnostic assessment for improving mathematics teaching and learning. Participants described challenges that hindered their effective use of diagnostic assessment tools. The findings of this study support a case for the adoption of diagnostic assessments to improve pedagogical practice and promote mathematics learning among elementary-level students.

Implementasi Pengelolaan Bantuan Operasional Sekolah Reguler pada Peningkatan Sarana Prasarana dan Kualitas Pembelajaran di SD Yapis Kota Bogor

The purpose of this study was to describe the management of Reguler BOS at SD Yapis Bogor City and its impact on improving infrastructure and the quality of learning at SD Yapis Bogor City.The approach used in this study is a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. The resource person consists of 6 people with positions, Head of school, Deputy Head of Curriculum, Deputy Head of Student Affairs, treasurer, operator and teacher at fifth grade. The results showed that the management of Reguler BOS increased the infrastructure at SD Yapis. In 2023 Yapis already has a Computer Lab with 12 sets of computers along with tables and chairs. While in the previous year there were only 6 sets. This also affects the increase in ANBK results. ANBK is an indicator of improving the quality of learning for elementary school level students which is implemented in grade 5 students. From the 2023 Education Report Card, the proportion of students with numeracy skills reaching a minimum competency increased by 42.86%. Where in 2022 it will be 23.33 and in 2023 it will be 33.33.

Syntactical Error Made by EFL Learners’ in Writing Descriptive Text

This study aims to identify the syntactical errors in the descriptive text writing of 10 elementary-level students at Al-Ikhlas Boarding School. This study applied a qualitative-descriptive approach. The source of data was taken from the students writing. Those descriptive texts were analyzed by classifying the errors as types of syntactical errors. From this study, the researcher found syntactical errors, namely errors in pronouns, be, plurals, and the use of the verb tense. This finding shows that EFL learners cannot completely master and apply the grammar of English in terms of syntactical function to their writing. It is influenced by factors such as interlingual and intralingual transfer. But the dominant factor in these results is interlanguage transfer. This study is supposed to be a reference for another researcher, linguist, and educator for their further study on error analysis.

Impacts of Teaching through MFS Approach of Synectics Model on Academic Progress in Science of Elementary level Students

In the school setting, the child is always pressurized to score high. In order to achieve that the student adopts rote learning and traditional way of learning. But that hinders the child’s thinking process. The present study seeks to assess the effectiveness of MFS approach of Synectics Model of Teaching on Science learning for elementary level. It is very much essential for one’s unique development. Synectics model of teaching is one of the special techniques made to develop the creative thinking ability of the children by means of encouraging divergent thinking through creating conceptual distance. Creative thinking ability is such a psychological construct which is more or less possessed by an individual. For this goal, a non-equivalent control group was utilized. The subjects of experiment consisted of 40 students each in experimental and control group. The findings showed that Synectics model of teaching has significant impact in science learning.

Subordinative Bilingualism Development when Teaching Foreign Language in Higher Education

The article deals with the psychological mechanisms that underlie the formation of subordinate bilingualism among students of non-linguistic specialties in the context of teaching the discipline “Foreign Language.” Subordinate bilingualism is defined as the initial stage of productive speech formation, which is necessary for the further development of mixed coordinated bilingualism and balanced (professional) bilingualism. The emphasis is made on the main stages of transcoding mechanism formation, which contributes to the automation and interiorization of internal speech programs and the development of oral-speech skills. The theoretical analysis of methodological and pedagogical literature, the use of empirical methods such as conversation, observation, interview, testing resulted in the pedagogical technology aimed at the subordinative bilingualism formation among the Elementary level students. The algorithm of this technology is presented as the example of investigating a particular topic. The analysis of the results of systematic and prolonged application of this algorithm in the study of language material proved its effectiveness in relation to the subordinate bilingualism formation, the development of productive speech skills.

Development of speaking skills while learning a foreign language for elementary level students

Learning a foreign language is a journey that opens doors to new cultures, perspectives, and opportunities. For elementary level students, this journey is not just about acquiring vocabulary and grammar rules; it is also a crucial step in developing effective communication skills. This article explores the importance of developing speaking skills in elementary-level students learning a foreign language and provides insights into effective strategies for educators. By incorporating these strategies into language instruction, educators can create an enriching learning environment that not only enhances linguistic proficiency but also nurtures a lifelong appreciation for language and cultural diversity. Effective methods adapted to the developmental stage of elementary learners include immersive learning experiences, interactive activities, and technology integration. Teachers can establish a dynamic and captivating learning environment by adopting these strategies. This setting fosters the development of effective communication skills in addition to advancing language proficiency, providing the groundwork for a lifetime of cross-cultural understanding.

Advantageous Online Learning During Covid-19 Pandemic: Why Parents Disbelieve?

Parents' expectations for children's educational attainment must be restrained by Covid-19 in 2020. In Indonesia, the virus has interfered with all levels of school to reform the mode of learning. An immediate decision made by the Ministry of Education was to implement full online learning. This situation uncovers obstacles that children and parents undergo. Even though the advantages of the policies have been perceived and published, the stakeholders need to express the problems too. This paper will exhibit parents’ disbelief toward online learning. The survey using questionnaire had been administered to 200 parents of elementary level students of Muhammadiyah Schools in Surabaya, Indonesia. The results show parents’ disbelief issues. Online learning is believed as burdensome to parents and children. It is also ineffective in accommodating competencies such as academic, affective, spiritual competencies, as well as talents and interests. Interviews were then conducted to investigate the factors: parents own limited time to assist children in studying, numbers of the family own limited gadget facilities, and children need to meet their teacher directly to understand the lesson. Finally, the implication after parents’ disbelief is revealed. Parents were becoming more emotional to the children along with their demotivation to the online learning as well as the lower academic, affective, and spiritual competence.

Exploring the Effectiveness of Songs for Learning Improvement: A Case of Elementary Level Students’ English Skills

This research study explores the effectiveness of incorporating songs into the English language learning curriculum for elementary-level students, focusing on their impact on various language skills. In an educational landscape that increasingly emphasizes creative and engaging approaches, this investigation delves into the potential benefits of integrating songs into traditional language instruction. This study was a descriptive qualitative study, while the data is collected through classroom observations and literature studies in order to provide a comprehensive view of the multifaceted effects of using songs as a pedagogical tool. The findings highlight the positive influence of songs on vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation refinement, and listening comprehension development. Additionally, songs contribute to a richer cultural context for language learning, fostering greater cultural awareness among elementary students. Importantly, the research underscores the motivational power of songs, which enhances student engagement and willingness to participate actively in English language activities. This research concludes that integrating songs into the curriculum is a promising strategy for enhancing English language skills at the elementary level. It advocates for a thoughtful and strategic approach to song selection and pedagogical methods while recognizing the need for continued exploration and research to refine the implementation of songs in language education. Ultimately, this study underscores the value of creative and engaging learning methods in nurturing well-rounded language skills among young learners.

Translanguaging in Teaching Grammar to Elementary Students

Purpose: The present research examines the utilization of translanguaging schemes while teaching English grammar to elementary level students in different zones of Pakistan. The research deals with the research gap in comprehending the specified usage of translanguaging while imparting grammar instruction.
 Design/Methodology/Approach: The methodology includes survey of 20 teachers of English language teaching at elementary level and the analysis of their responses.
 Findings: The findings reveal that the teachers employ translanguaging techniques to reinforce grammar instruction by integrating the students’ native languages into English. Translanguaging techniques cast a constructive effect on the comfort and confidence of students. The research also identifies the challenges in the domains of social stigma and concentration. The present research specifies the effective perceptions for policymakers, curriculum designers, and educators. It highlights the significance of thorough training and continuous support for teachers in employing translanguaging in an effective manner.
 Implications/Originality/Value: The present study necessitates advanced research to investigate the longstanding impacts of translanguaging on language competence and academic output. The findings add to the developing research corpus on translanguaging in education and provide solid grounds for the improvement of effective pedagogical practices that influence the students’ multilingual series for imparting effective grammar instruction.