Elementary Level Students Research Articles

Development of Kosbarab Learning Media to Improve Arabic Vocabulary Mastery of Elementary Level Students Based on Android Construct 2

In this current metaverse era, Arabic learning containing mufradat has not applied construct 2 media in the learning process so far. When viewed from the media, it will certainly match to the current metaverse era, and its application is also accessible. This study aims to design an Arabic vocabulary learning medium and to determine the feasibility of developing an android-based KOSBARAB learning medium to be applied in Arabic subject for 5D MI Bahrul' Ulum Tambakberas Jombang students. The research method used is Research and Development (RD) with a development model from Borg and Gall, which consists of 10 stages. Research instruments include observation, interviews, questionnaires, and trials. Data from experts’ and respondents' questionnaires were examined using assessment indicators. The study results in 1) the success of developing KOSBARAB learning media, 2) the "very valid" quality of KOSBARAB product based on the assessment by a media expert and two material experts, 3) the "very valid" quality of KOSBARAB product based on the assessment of classification trials on a small and large scale. It shows that students are curiously interested in using KOSBARAB product, and it certainly can increase the basic level of Arabic vocabulary of 5D students of MI Bahrul' Ulum Tambakberas Jombang.

The Effect of Using the Al-Hira’ Method and Guided Reading on the Ability to Read the Qur'an of Elementary Education Level Students

This study aims to determine the effect of using the al-Hira' method and guided reading on the ability to read the Qur'an of elementary education level students. This study uses a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental method and a one-group pretest-posttest research design. The population in this study amounted to 48 people. Sampling in this study was conducted using a cluster random sampling of 48 people, consisting of 24 people in class VII1 who were taught using the Al-Hira' method and 24 people in class VII2 who were taught using the guided reading method. The results of this study conclude that there is an influence of the Al-Hira' method and the guided reading method on the ability to read the Qur'an of the students of Madrasah Sanawiah (MS) Private Maura El-Mumtaz Binjai, where the results of hypothesis testing that have been carried out in the Al method class -Hira' and the guided reading method class used the t-test, so the results were tcount > ttable (4.553 > 2.069) which means Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected while the difference between the Al-Hira' method and the guided reading method can be seen from the average value pretest and posttest, where the average value of the posttest of the Al-Hira' method is higher than the average value of the posttest of the guided reading method, and the average value of the pretest of the Al-Hira' method is higher than the average value of the pretest of the guided reading method.

CHATBOT TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING RUSSIAN AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE AT A BASIC LEVEL: FROM DEVELOPMENT EXPIERENCE

The article is concerned with study of chatbots in the practice of teaching Russian as a foreign language. The practice of chatbots for teaching Russian as a foreign language is a new element in the development of linguodidactics. Researchers agree that chatbots will become an indispensable partner in learning foreign languages. In the field of teaching Russian as a foreign language, chatbots are just beginning to be created. Teachers make first attempts to introduce them into the educational process. Since teaching Russian as a foreign language today is generally aimed at developing communicative skills, it seems possible to introduce chatbot technologies into the teaching process. Сhatbots can help to drill speech patterns, conversation skills in social networks, to help overcome the psychological barrier in the communication in Russian. The article presents a series of chatbots "S chatbotom po doroge" which gives conversation practice for elementary language level students. Chatbots compliment a textbook of Russian as a foreign language "Doroga v Rossiyu".

Relevansi Verbal Bulliying dengan Kecerdasan Interpersonal Siswa

Some children often express mockery words known as verbal bullying. Verbal expressions of bullying are words of ridicule that can offend others. This study aims to determine the relationship between verbal bullying and the interpersonal intelligence of elementary level students in Gampong Teungoh Langsa. The method used in this study is a quantitative method to see the relationship between verbal bullying and interpersonal intelligence. Hasil of this study states that 1) The form of verbal bullying that occurs in children in Gampong Teungoh in 2021 is mocking, mentioning parents' names, giving inappropriate nicknames to friends such as the name of the comedian doyok, dono because his friend's teeth are boneng. This form of bullying is called verbal bullying, which is a form of bullying in the form of inappropriate words to be expressed to others. 2) The level of interpersonal intelligence can be seen from the results of the normality test that the significance value is 0.544 > 0.05. Then it can be concluded that the residual value is normally distributed. 3) The relationship between verbal bullying and interpersonal intelligence where the correlation of the relationship between verbal bullying and interpersonal intelligence is a perfect correlation where the correlation value amounts to 0.998. This indicates that the higher the child's interpersonal intelligence, the higher his personality.

THE USE OF SMARTPHONE APPLICATIONS IN LEARNING ENGLISH VOCABULARY OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS AT VNU INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

This research focuses on the use of smartphone applications in learning English vocabulary of over 400 first-year students of elementary level at International School - Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU-IS). It helps to clarify what aspects students should know when learning a new word and aims to find out what criteria these students take into consideration when choosing smartphone applications to learn English vocabulary, which smartphone applications are most frequently used by them and how they evaluate the effectiveness of these smartphone applications in learning English vocabulary. From the data collected and the findings, some conclusions are made relating to the use of smartphone applications in English vocabulary learning of first-year elementary students at VNU-IS.

Effect of Problem Solving Teaching Method in Mathematics on the Performance of 7th Grade Students

The study aimed to analyze the effect of problem-solving teaching methods in mathematics on the achievements of elementary level students. The major objective of the study was to; i. To compare the mathematics academic achievements and ability of problem-solving among 7th class students taught through traditional and problem-solving teaching methods. 7th class students of Govt.Secondary School 47 NB Sargodha were divided into two groups and randomly assigned as contro land experimental groups. Two tests were validated through peer review, expert opinion and pilot testing; one “Problem Solving Ability Test in mathematics” (PSATM) and “Achievement Test in mathematics” (ATM) for 7th grade were used as pre-test and post-test. The experiment was conducted for a period of six weeks. The t-test and ANOVA were applied for data analysis. The major conclusion was that the participants treated with a new method of problem-solving teaching showed better results than the participants taught by traditional teaching methods in the achievement test and problem-solving ability test. It is recommended that elementary level mathematics teachers teach the students by using problem-solving teaching methods in their lesson plans for the development of problem-solving ability among learners.

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF USING DUOLINGO INTERACTIVE MEDIA ON THE MASTERY OF GERMAN VOCABULARY

This study aims to describe the effect of using Duolingo interactive media on increasing German vocabulary. This research was conducted with a sample of 16 elementary level students at the German Language Education Study Program, Pattimura University. The data were collected through pre-test and post-test and supported by a questionnaire as supporting data. The data collected were analyzed using t test analysis techniques, and supporting data were analyzed using descriptive analysis techniques. The results showed that the calculation result of t=4,583 was higher than the value of t-table, and indicated the positive effect of using Duolingo interactive media on German vocabulary mastery. This finding is supported by the results of a questionnaire that describes the advantages of using Duolingo in terms of the intended use, user groups, application features, space and time, cost, and accessibility. Finally, it can be concluded that the use of Duolingo interactive media is effective in increasing the mastery of German vocabulary.

The Effect of Pedagogical Practices Employed by “Connecting Classrooms” Teachers’ on the Learning Outcomes of Elementary Level Students

The Effect of Pedagogical Practices Employed by “Connecting Classrooms” Teachers’ on the Learning Outcomes of Elementary Level Students

Effect of guided reading strategies on the motivation of the students to increase reading skill of elementary level students in the subjects of English

The study investigated the Effect of guided reading strategies on the motivation of the students to increase reading skill of elementary level students in the subjects of English. The major objectives of the study were as follows: (i) to find out effectiveness of motivation before reading.(ii) To find out effectiveness of motivation during reading. (iii) to find out effectiveness of motivation after reading. This study was experimental in nature and the posttest only equivalent groups design was used. The population of the study constituted all the elementary school students studying English in grade three. A group of sixty students of grade three with equal reading difficulties was selected as the sample of the study through purposive sampling from Govt girl’s higher secondary school Attock oil refinery (AOC). The sample students were further divided into experimental and control groups through random sampling technique. Motivation to Read Survey scale” was used for the collection of the data on motivation. Chi Square was applied to measure Motivation to Read Survey Scale. They study concluded that guided reading strategies had positive effect on students motivation to read. It is recommended that curriculum developers be include guided reading strategies while designing for primary school children curriculum. This study is significant for curriculum developer, policy makers, teacher and students.

Using digital media through sequential worksheets: an astronomy activity

Learning from digital media is one of the notable learning environments used outside of school. The effect of using digital technology in education is well known today, as where such tools are used appropriately in lessons, they can make an effective contribution to the teaching and learning of abstract science subjects such as astronomy. The purpose of this study was to design an astronomy activity for elementary level students. We worked with 30 preservice primary school teachers (PPSTs). The activity was based on the fifth-grade elementary level topic of “Space systems: Stars and the Solar system.” The materials used were digital media tools and worksheets prepared in accordance with curriculum standards, and were applied sequentially. At the end of the activity, a feedback paper was applied to enable the PPSTs to identify their thoughts about the activity. The PPSTs noted that learning open digital media tools for the purpose of astronomy education was seen as a contribution of the activity. They also expressed that the activity could help fifth-grade students to learn astronomy concepts more easily and tangibly. It is hoped that the activity may be applied in both formal and informal learning environments for elementary level students’ astronomy learning.

Experiencias académicas y sentido de identidad en estudiantes indígenas de educación primaria, media superior y superior

Indigenous groups have been historically, economically, socially and educationally marginalized; a phenomenon whose reperfusions still echo in present times. The efforts that have been undertaken in different areas through public policies and educational reforms have not reached the necessary scope, showing an unavoidable need to generate a real and permanent change. In this respect, first person testimonies of those involved to achieve a favorable evolution in this regard. This study uses the phenomenological method to analyze the academic experiences of 36 indigenous students of elementary, highschool or university level, of regular schools as well as indigenous ones, who live in the states of Durango and Chihuahua. It also examines their sense of identity related to their customs and traditions. The inclusion criteria that was considered for the participants was that they had to belong to an indigenous group. This research positions itself in the interpretative framework and qualitative approach, using the in depth interview and questionnaire as techniques. The obtained information was analyzed and classified in the following categories, according to the purpose of the research: customs and traditions, sense of belonging, classroom experiences and relationship with non-indigenous classmates. The results of this paper show the strong sense of belonging of the students toward their communities of origin, |but they admit that the migration to the city and discriminatory experiences have led them to stop using their native language and traditional attires. In regards to the academic aspect, they share positive experiences related to the coexistence with their classmates and their professors’ teaching approach, nevertheless, they express a sense of deficiency towards their Spanish use, and even to have endured marginalization in team work because of it. The paper concludes on the importance of guaranteeing the right to use and preserve the native language and particular cultural manifestations, as well as providing a truly intercultural educational model.

Sometimes Finding Nothing is Something: Shrinking the Gap between Emerging Bilingual Learners and English Fluent Students (Case in Point)

<p style="text-align:justify">For United States of America (USA) and other developed countries, science achievement gaps begin to emerge in elementary and primary school. Such gaps between USA student groups typically are connected to socio-economic status (SES) and issues such as students still learning the English language. Through an experimental design, this National Science Foundation funded study explores how integrating the arts into science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) curriculum and leading with a more STEAM-first approach (e.g., curriculum which integrates science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) might provide more equitable science learning opportunities for elementary or primary grade level students. More specifically, the project’s research efforts seek to also examine how integrating the arts into science instruction might help emerging bilingual (EB) students who are simultaneously learning the English language and science. Although results provide somewhat conflicting findings of statistical significance with small to moderate effect sizes, outcomes provide initial evidence that leading with STEAM science instruction before STEM efforts can be beneficial to early readers, and for EB students this benefit is magnified. As the title of this study suggest, sometimes finding nothing is something.</p>

Enhancing Mathematical Word Problem Solving Skills: Using Bar Model Visualization Technique

The study purpose is to investigate the effect of Bar Model Visualization Technique on the word problem solving skills of elementary level students in mathematics. Following were the objectives of the study (i) to investigate the effect of Bar Model Visualization Technique on addition word problems-solving skills; (ii) to investigate the effect of Bar Model Visualization Technique on subtraction word problems solving skills; (iii) to investigate the effect of Bar Model Visualization Technique on multiplication word problems solving skills; (iv) to investigate the effect of Bar Model Visualization Technique on division word problems solving skills. The null hypotheses were designed to test the objectives as (i) there is no significant effect of Bar Model Visualization Technique on addition word problem solving skills; (ii) there is no significant effect of Bar Model Visualization Technique on subtraction word problem solving skills; (iii) there is no significant effect of Bar Model Visualization Technique on multiplication word problem solving skills; (iv) there is no significant effect of Bar Model Visualization Technique on division word problem solving skills. The nature of the study was experimental. Pre-test and post-test equivalent group design was used as a tool for data collection in this study. Sample of the study was 40 students (Male & Female) of Government Primary School No.2 Bab-e-Jadeed District Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The sample students were divided on the basis of pretest scores by applying paired random technique in to experimental group and control group. Data were analyzed by mean, SD and t-test. It was concluded that the concepts of Bar Model Visualization Technique had significant effect on addition word problems and subtraction word problems but it has not significant effect on multiplication word problems neither division word problems. The results of the study show that Bar Model Visualization Technique had significant effect on Mathematical word problem solving skills and also the learner take interest in the subject. It provides alternative method for teacher to teach mathematics subject.

Development of Creativity among Elementary Level Students of Low Socio-Economic Background through Guided Inquiry: An Empirical Evidence from Islamabad Pakistan

Major aim was to determine the effect of guided inquiry on fluency and originality of ideas in creative thinking.The study was quasi-experimental. "Convenience" sampling technique was used. The sample size was 60. The experiment was performed in an elementary school in Islamabad. The scoring rubrics were used to analyze creative thinking in terms of fluency and originality. The scores of tests of the experimental group and control group were compared by t-test. There was a significant difference in the performance of the control group and the experimental group. Guided inquiry is recommended for the teaching of creativity in terms of originality and fluency.

Designing EVE (English Vocabulary Exercises) by using Hot Potatoes as supplementary material for teaching vocabulary to elementary level students

This research was conducted in order to create EVE, an electronic game that can be used to teach and learn vocabularies. The objectives of this research is to see whether EVE can be used to teach vocabulary to elementary school students as a supplementary teaching media. This research takes the form of developmental research. This developmental research was performed in order to create new teaching materials. The research method consists of four phases: analyzing, designing, developing, and implementing also known as ADDI method. Several vocabulary materials from different books and sources were combined with the Hot Potatoes application for teaching vocabularies to complete the designed product. The EVE was created for approximately 50 minutes in teaching and learning period. The completed research was implemented with 11 elementary students from different schools. To sum it up, the researcher found that EVE is usable for teaching vocabulary to elementary level students especially in gaining students’ interest and motivate students to learn vocabulary in more pleasing way.

From Veracruz to Los Angeles: The Tradition of Son Jarocho

The African Mexican music tradition of son jarocho comes from the Veracruz region of Mexico. As a performance practice, son jarocho has strong ties to social justice and civil rights, and is a thriving genre both in Mexico and in the United States. This article includes teaching suggestions for guitar or ukulele lessons in general music settings for elementary or middle school level students. The phases of World Music Pedagogy are applied to several son jarocho resources.

SHORT DIALOGUES MEMORIZATION TO IMPROVE STUDENTS’ SPEAKING ABILITY

This research aimed at improving students’ speaking ability using a short dialogue memorization technique. It was a classroom action research. The study was conducted in a cyclic process, starting from planning, acting, observing, and reflecting. It was implemented in two cycles. The subjects of this research were the elementary level students from Timothy English School, Sintang. The study found out that the implementation of the short dialogue memorization technique has improved the active involvement of the students in class. The students also improved their speaking ability well. In the first cycle, only some students participated in class actively, and most of them were very active in the second cycle. Referring to the data, more than half of the students got higher score in each aspect. Compared with Cycle 1, Cycle 2 was dominated by the students who got a score of 3 in each aspect, while Cycle 1 was dominated by the students who got score 2 and 1. Almost all students passed the criteria of success, 65. Therefore, the teachers were recommended to improve the students’ speaking ability using short dialogue memorization technique.

FORMATION OF COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCE OF STUDENTS STUDYING FRENCH

The article is devoted to the problem of formation of students ' communicative competence on the basis of studying the regions of the country of the studied language. The communicative method of teaching French to students is a leading one, because in a short period of time it allows them to master the language at a level sufficient for everyday and business communication. In modern conditions, the communicative approach makes it possible for elementary-level students not only to master knowledge, but also to learn the socio-cultural component, which will allow them to adequately interact with native French speakers in real communication situations. The author analyzes the teaching experience of the author, who showed that the study of the regions of France contributes to the growth of students ' motivation and interest in mastering the French language as a means of communication with its native speakers. The correct selection of authentic materials, the use of language and speech exercises ensure the improvement of foreign language communicative competence.

Gambaran Attachment Anak dengan Orangtua di Era Perkembangan Teknologi dilihat dari Persepsi Anak (Studi pada siswa-siswi SD X)

Attachment security is defined as a condition where an individual has a sense of security and is not disturbed by the availability of someone who is considered as an attachment figure (Ainsworth, Blehar, Waters, & Wall in Solomon & George, 2008). Ainsworth classifies the types of attachments into secure attachment and insecure attachment, where insecure attachment is further divided into ambivalent attachment and avoidant attachment (Solomon & George, 2008). This study analyzes data using two main dimensions, namely secure and insecure. The purpose of this study is to provide an overview of children’s attachment in today’s digital era seen from the perception of the children. The research data was collected in March 2020 using purposive sampling, which involved 72 participants who filled out the research questionnaire directly with paper-and-pencil tests. Criteria for participants in this study are children in the age range of 9-11 years who, at the time of the study, were elementary school level students. Based on the results of data collection, a percentage of 100% of the total of subjects were gadget users. Based on research data using descriptive techniques, it was found that there were more subjects in the study who showed a tendency to have secure attachment compared to insecure attachment.

Relationship between Social Skills and Academic Achievement of Elementary Students in Low Income Urban Areas of Islamabad

Social skills have a fundamental role in the academic achievement. Keeping this in view, investigation has been planned out to examine the relationship between social skills and academic achievement of elementary students in low-income urban areas of Islamabad. A descriptive reserch design of correlational type was used in the study. All the students of 6th to 8th grade studying at elementary level in government school live in low-income urban areas of Islamabad constituted the population of the study. Four hundred students were conveniently selected as a sample in the study. Questionnaire was used to measure the social skills of students. To determine academic achievement of elementary level students’ previous results were taken. Five research hypotheses were formulated and tested using Pearson product-moment correlation and multiple linear regression statistics at 0.05 level of significance. The finding revealed that there was no significant relationship between social skills and academic achievement. It was recommended that educational planners, counselors, elementary school teachers and administrators should train student’s positive socials kills and monitor or co-ordinate the activities of the student an ideal environment should be created for better academic achievement.