Elementary School Pupils Research Articles

The impact of winter feeding of birds on pro-environmental attitudes and knowledge of pupils in elementary schools

Feeding wild birds is one of the most popular forms of interaction between wild animals and humans. This relatively simple method can be applied in the educational process in primary schools through active learning in the field, which serves to improve the pro-environmental attitudes of pupils. The aim of the research was to verify the effect of winter bird feeding on the behavior and knowledge of pupils in selected primary schools. We were interested in whether there are differences between respondents who feed birds in winter and those who do not in terms of their gender, grade, place of residence (apartment, house), and school location. We were also interested in the motivation to feed birds and its origin. The results of our research confirmed that winter bird feeding has a positive effect on respondents’ knowledge (p = 0.0101). Pupils attending schools in village areas had a higher tendency to feed birds (p = 0.0005). This was similar for housing type, as respondents living in houses were more likely to feed birds (p = 0.0011). The effect of gender was negligible in our research (p = 0.2965).

Effects of PACER on physical education for middle grade pupils in elementary school:

Effects of PACER on physical education for middle grade pupils in elementary school:

Vliv vzdělávacích programů na postoje žáků k antice a jejímu zastoupení v populární kultuře

Can educational programs have an effect on pupils’ attitudes towards the given topic? An experiment on this topic was conducted among elementary school pupils. This experiment had two phases, in June 2022 students were approached with filling out a questionnaire, the research group first attended an educational program on daily life in ancient Rome. The other half, who did not attend the programme, served as a control group. The questionnaire explored pupils’ attitudes towards antiquity, the perceived meaning of archaeology and its connection to modern history, the representation of antiquity in popular culture and stereotypical ideas about it. The research group also evaluated the educational programme and the benefits of excursions in general. In the second phase (November 2022), pupils in both groups completed a questionnaire aimed solely on pupils’ attitudes towards antiquity. The results of the two groups were then analyzed and compared. A surprising finding for the researchers was that the control group showed a slightly more positive attitude towards antiquity and its importance during both June and November measurements, which may be due to several factors such as the topics discussed in class at that time, the teachers’ teaching methods, and other activities in which the pupils participated that were not controlled during the experiment. There was no positive effect of the educational programme on the consumption of media with the theme of the ancient world (books, films, games, etc.). A slight difference can be seen in the perception of the meaning of archaeology, where the research group is more likely to be inclined towards understanding technology and inventions. One can speculate whether direct contact with replicas of archaeological objects is reflected here. A more significant difference between the control and research groups lies, for example, in the knowledge test.

Modular Learning in Times of Pandemic: Elementary Teachers’ Commitment and Learners’ Performance

This quantitative, descriptive-correlational study was conducted among 50 completely enumerated teachers handling the modular learning of pupils in the public elementary schools of Arakan North District, Cotabato, Philippines. It utilized weighted mean, Pearson r, and multiple regression to analyze their commitment level; their pupils’ performance level; and the relationship and influence of teachers’ commitment on the pupils’ performance, respectively. The results revealed a significantly high relationship between the delivery of learning materials and pupils’ performance, and between retrieval of learning materials and pupils’ performance. Also, there was a significant relationship between the provision of learning materials and pupils’ performance, and between the reproduction of learning materials and pupil’s performance. Overall, teachers are encouraged to continue their committed nature; sustain and enhance the spirit of volunteerism; and be prompt in the distribution and collection of self-learning materials. Implications of modular learning in basic education, even in post-pandemic times, were given importance and discussed comprehensively.

An Analysis of Practicality for Google Classroom Implementation in Kelantan State Secondary Schools

E-learning, a contemporary technological innovation, is extensively employed in contemporary educational institutions and is recognized by educators. The utilization of information and communication technology (ICT) as an instructional mechanism constitutes an additional pioneering teaching and learning (T&L) approach. The credibility of technology must be ensured in order to effectively augment the current instructional framework. The utilization of Google Classroom as an instructional platform to supplant the conventional physical approach to learning has the potential to establish an educational setting aligned with the demands of the 21st century. The accelerated growth of Google Classroom can be attributed to its distinctive attributes, each of which contributes independently to its efficacy. This research study employs a quantitative research approach that employs a survey methodology utilizing a questionnaire to assist researchers in gathering more precise and high-quality data and information. Issues and Challenges of Using Google Classroom in PdPR are inadequacy of support and exposure, the preparedness of teachers, the preparedness of students, access to the Internet, and the availability of device tools. Several proposed resolutions can be considered in addressing this issue. These include augmenting preparedness through the provision of comprehensive teacher education, fostering cognizance among parents and guardians, fostering cooperative efforts between governmental and private entities, as well as enhancing the capabilities and infrastructure of information and communication technology (ICT) facilities. It is of utmost importance to tackle additional obstacles that emerge in the utilization of this platform in order to alter the instructional regimen. Collaboration among stakeholders in the industry is imperative to guarantee that elementary school pupils are provided with technological resources and receive assistance for remote education.

A Case Study Investigating the Impact of Music Listening on Vocabulary Development During Foreign Language Learning

This study was conducted to find out the influence of music listening during study sessions on the process of vocabulary learning. The primary objective of this study was to determine the impact of listening to variety of music whilst studying the acquisition of new vocabulary, with a focus on identifying whether this practice has a positive or negative influence on the learning process. The data was collected from a sample of 20 elementary school pupils, with ages ranging from 10 to 11 years old who are studying in a public school. The students who have been chosen were engaged in the acquisition of English as a second language from their enrollment in the second grade and have been actively participating in English language instruction within the school curriculum for a duration of three years. The findings of the study indicate that individuals who engaged in vocabulary learning using flashcards exhibited varying levels of performance. Specifically, participants who were exposed to English vocabulary in conjunction with music achieved an average score of 77.6 points, whilst those who studied language in a serene environment attained an average score of 85.8 points. The results of this study strongly indicate that those who were exposed to a peaceful environment throughout their study sessions demonstrated superior performance.Keywords: Learning Types, Listening Skills, Multiple Intelligences, Studying with Music

Teaching Algerian Third-Year Elementary-school Pupils English Vocabulary Through Songs: An Effective Instructional Tool to Enliven English Classes

Research objectives (aims), issues or problems: The study accentuates the significant role that integrating songs into the teaching of English vocabulary has for third-year elementary-school pupils in Algeria. It aims to make English vocabulary acquisition effortless and fun for young learners and seeks to facilitate teaching English as a second foreign language for newly recruited instructors. In fact, a major query of this research concerns the incomprehensible lack of songs, poems, and nursery rhymes in the English textbook for third-year pupils, who are 8 to 9 years old, i.e., at an age when musical activities help them become motivated and interested in class activities.
 Research methods: To test the efficacy of songs in teaching English vocabulary to young third-year learners, the researchers opted for a true experimental research method. An experimental group of 26 pupils was exposed to nursery rhymes about numbers, colors, and family members, while a control group of 25 pupils was taught the same vocabulary items for three weeks using lessons from the textbook only.
 A short description of the context of the presented issue: The experiment took place in one of elementary schools in the city of Mostaganem, where the researchers’ former student works as a teacher of English. The experiment lasted three weeks: from January 10 to January 31, 2023.
 Research findings: The findings of this research indicate that the use of songs considerably improved the average vocabulary scores for the 26 young pupils in the experimental group compared to the control group. Therefore, this research paper concludes that songs enhance natural and effortless vocabulary acquisition among third-year pupils who are learning English for the first time.
 Conclusions and/or recommendations: Moreover, this study encourages elementary-school English teachers to give more pedagogical consideration to the use of children’s songs in teaching English to their pupils so as to enliven the lessons and to raise the pupils’ motivation to learn this foreign language.

Discovery Learning Model with Flipbook-interactive Media on Critical Thinking Ability and Desire to Know

This investigation was motivated by the low levels of critical thinking and desire to know among elementary school pupils. This study describes the disparities in fourth-grade students' comprehension of square and rectangular shapes before and after using the Flipbook-interactive media. The method of investigation employed is quantitative research. This study employs a Pre-test and Post-test design with a control group. This study employed assessments, questionnaires, observations, and documentation for data collection. Statistical analysis consisting of normality tests, homogeneity tests, paired sample t-tests, independent sample t-tests, and ANOVA tests was used to perform data analysis techniques. The study results showed that students' critical thinking skills obtained a sig. of 0.000 > 0.05, Ha is accepted, and Ho is rejected, so students' critical thinking after using the Flipbook-interactive media is better than before using it. In the discovery learning paradigm with Flipbook-interactive media, students have a more inquisitive disposition than before. Meanwhile, critical thinking skills and a desire to know obtained F 2.916 with a sig. equal to 0.000 > 0.05, then Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected, so critical thinking skills and desire to know are better after using the Flipbook-interactive media than the cooperative model with visual media.

Examination of Romany Primary School Students’ Sense of School Belonging

Examining the sense of belonging among Roma elementary school pupils is the goal of this study. 121 fourth-grade Roma kids and 44 parents made up the study's participants. One of the mixed method designs, the convergent mixed design, was chosen for the investigation. Quantitative and qualitative data are gathered concurrently in this design. Analyses and descriptions of quantitative data come first, followed by analyses and interpretations of qualitative data. Selçuk and Güner's (1999) Sense of Belonging Scale was applied to Roma students in the study's quantitative component. One of the qualitative research designs, the case study design, was applied in the qualitative section. 10 open-ended questions developed by consulting experts were posed to parents of Roma as part of the qualitative dimension. Along with the quantitative results, the responses from the parents were analyzed and appraised. The study's findings support the notion that Roma primary school kids have a strong sense of school belonging. Additionally, it was discovered that female students had a considerably higher degree of school belonging than male students.

The Relationship Between Toothbrushing Habits and the Prevalence of Caries and Calculus in School-Age Children Grades 1-6 at Galilea Hosana School Elementary School, Medan Selayang District of North Sumatra, Indonesia

School-aged children constitute a demographic that encounters dental and oral health issues. Poor oral and dental hygiene is associated with the development of caries and calculus. The objective of the study was to establish the relationship between teeth brushing practices and the occurrence of dental caries and calculus in elementary school children from grades 1-6 at Galilea Hosana School, located in the Medan Selayang District of North Sumatra. The research conducted at Galilea Hosana School Elementary School, Medan Selayang District, is a descriptive-analytic study with a cross-sectional design. The research sample consisted of 64 elementary school pupils enrolled at Galilea Hosana School, located in the Medan Selayang District. The students were from grades 1 to 6. The data were gathered through the administration of questionnaires and the physical inspection of the mouth cavity and teeth. The Kruskal-Wallis statistical test was employed to examine the data. The research findings indicated that the mean calculus score for students was 1.40 ± 0.74, which falls within the category of moderate calculus. On the other hand, the average scores for caries DEFT and DMFT among students were 2.02 ± 2.36 and 1.42 ± 2.06, respectively, placing them in the low caries category. Out of the total number of students, 29 (45.3%) had sufficient tooth-brushing habits, while 19 kids (29.7%) had commendable tooth-brushing practices. Only 16 students (25%) had inadequate tooth-brushing habits. The Kruskal-Wallis test revealed a statistically significant association (p≤0.05) between teeth brushing behaviors and the occurrence of caries and calculus in school-age children in grades 1-6 at Galilea Hosana School Elementary School, located in the Medan Selayang District of North Sumatra. The research findings indicate a direct relationship between poor tooth-brushing habits and increased levels of calculus and caries.

UNDERSTANDING OF ANGLICISMS IN THE TEACHING OF SERBIAN LANGUAGE BY PUPILS OF THE FOURTH GRADE OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN 2021 AND 2023 - A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS

The term Anglicism is increasingly present in contemporary literature, but also in teaching contents and programs, as an indispensable part of adapting the Serbian language to the influence of the English language on vocabulary and literary language. Students, as well as teachers, are daily faced with the challenges posed by the placement of anglicisms in professional literature, as well as in literary and artistic texts, so additional types of learning are needed in order to adopt concepts and understand them in the right context. For the above reason, this research deals with and has as its main goal to examine the understanding of English language among fourth-grade pupils of elementary schools from the area of Kosovska Mitrovica and Zvečan in relation to the understanding of English language among fourth-grade pupils from the area of Lebane Municipality. The research included 133 respondents - 84 fourth-grade elementary school pupils in Kosovska Mitrovica and Zvečan and 49 fourth-grade elementary school pupils from Lebane, of different genders and academic achievements. The obtained results show us that there are statistically significant differences between pupils from different areas, where pupils from Kosovska Mitrovica and Zvečan have a greater understanding of anglicisms compared to pupils from the Municipality of Lebane. The obtained results confirm the set research hypothesis.

Effectiveness of GBL in the Engagement, Motivation, and Satisfaction of 6th Grade Pupils: A Kahoot! Approach

In the modern day, educational demands necessitate student-centered instructional approaches at all levels of educational institutions. Through the integration of digital technology, these frameworks incorporate up-to-date teaching methods, encourage social engagement, and promote cultural values. Gamification in digital technologies assists in establishing an educational environment that is engaging, entertaining, personalized, and constantly available. This educational environment is based on digital learning resources and draws on stored human knowledge, articulating education by removing geographical and temporal boundaries. Kahoot! is a platform that allows the creation of and access to gamified assessment quizzes while integrating technology into the teaching and learning process. In this article, we present the results of a study based on a Kahoot! quiz used in a classroom with 27 6th-grade pupils in a Greek elementary school. Our objective is to determine the effectiveness of game-based learning by using Kahoot! as a supplementary element to traditional teaching methods. With the inclusion of a post-activity questionnaire for overall interest and motivation to learn while using Kahoot! and the Driscoll Questionnaire, we aim to explore the potential benefits of Kahoot! in the learning process, pupil engagement, and assessment. The analysis of the collected data from the questionnaire demonstrated a positive attitude toward Kahoot! as an alternative educational method and learning approach. It also revealed positive feedback on the motivation, enjoyment, sense of autonomy, creativity, and pupil interest in the learning process. In addition, the study indicated a moderate positive effect on pupils’ understanding of the learning content and a slight inclination towards the technology-based, non-traditional approach compared to traditional teaching. Based on the findings, by fostering an encouraging and creative environment, we can improve pupil engagement and overall motivation while promoting autonomous learning through a game-based experience.

Model Inkuiri Terbimbing Berbantuan Buku Dongeng Movable Berbasis Etnosains untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Sains Siswa

Science literacy is an essential skill that elementary school pupils need to be mastered. This study aimed to enhance the sixth-grade students' scientific literacy of SDN Cililitan 02 by implementing a guided inquiry model assisted by an ethnoscience-based movable storytale book. The Kemmis & McTaggart model was utilized in this classroom action research and carried out for 2 cycles of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The subjects of this research were 32 sixth-grade students of SDN Cililitan 02 in the academic year 2021-2022. Data collection techniques used in this study included observation, interviews, and tests. The results showed that applying the guided inquiry model assisted by an ethnoscience-based movable storytale book improved the sixth-grade students’ scientific literacy of SDN Cililitan 02. The average scientific literacy percentage of the students in the pre-cycle test was 41.25%. The average percentage of students who completed scientific literacy tests was 67.19% in the first cycle and grew to 85.94% in the second. Applying the guided inquiry model assisted by ethnoscience-based movable fairy tale books makes learning more contextual through scientific methods by presenting local cultural content close to students' daily lives.

Effect of Basic Water Confidence, Flexibility, and Technique on Freestyle Swimming Skill among Elementary School Pupils

The purpose of this study to examines the effect of differences between intervention programs using basic water confidence, flexibility, and freestyle swimming techniques on freestyle swimming skills. A quasi-experimental research design was adopted. There were three groups in this study, namely two experimental groups and one control group. The number of participants in the three groups was 90 people where they were carried out pre-test and post-test on freestyle swimming skills. The data analysis used is inferential testing, Covariance Analysis (ANCOVA), Assumption of Homogeneity of Variance, Data Normality Test and Statistical Assumption Test (T-test paired samples). Results. From the pre-test and post-test scores, ANCOVA results show that the effect of basic water confidence, flexibility, and freestyle swimming technique is significant on freestyle swimming skills at a good level. Next, a paired sample t-test was conducted, the results of the flexibility exercise with the highest score, while the group with the basic water confidence exercise got a pretty good score, although not as high as the score achieved by the group that did the flexibility exercise. While the scores with practice with freestyle swimming techniques did not show a significant effect on freestyle swimming skills. Conclusions. Thus, the findings prove that training with water-based confidence and flexibility has been shown to improve freestyle swimming skills in elementary school students. However, when this form of exercise must be applied in the appropriate order, starting with flexibility exercises, basic water confidence, and freestyle swimming technique to achieve freestyle swimming skills in elementary school students. Keywords: Basic Water Confidence, Flexibility, Freestyle Swimming Technique, Freestyle Swimming Skill, Elementary School

The Process of Grouping Elementary School Students Receiving PIP Assistance uses the K-Means Algorithm

As part of receiving support from the Smart Indonesia Program (PIP), this study intends to analyze and apply the K-Means algorithm in the process of grouping elementary school students. PIP is a government initiative that attempts to give money to elementary school pupils from disadvantaged or weaker homes. The effective and fair distribution of aid monies depends on the proper grouping of the students. The K-Means approach was selected because it can cluster data, allowing the grouping of pupils based on pertinent traits. Numerous characteristics that can affect kids' financial needs are included in the data utilized in this study, including family income, parental education level, proximity to the school, and other social and economic issues. This study makes use of empirical data from a PIP-affiliated elementary school in an urban setting. The data includes a large number of pertinent features and thousands of pupils. Based on how similar their characteristics are, pupils are divided into numerous clusters using the K-Means technique. The findings of this study will help us better identify the traits of students who are eligible for PIP support. By doing this, the government can allocate funds more wisely and guarantee that aid is given where it is most needed. The PIP program can benefit children in need more by streamlining the process of grouping the students. In addition, this research has broader implications for social aid and education policy. To guarantee effectiveness and equity in resource allocation, the K-Means algorithm can be used in a variety of additional aid initiatives. Data mining-based strategies, like those employed in this study, are becoming more crucial to boost the effectiveness of aid programs like PIP. The findings of this study can help the government and educational institutions improve the efficacy of aid initiatives designed to boost Indonesian children's education

PENGAJARAN KOSAKATA BAHASA INGGRIS BAGI SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR DI SDN 2 KABILA BONE, KABUPATEN BONE BOLANGO

The purpose of this service activity is to help elementary school pupils improve their English vocabulary. This project is aimed at grade 4 (four) pupils at State Elementary School 2 Kabila Bone, Kab. Bone Bolango, for a total of 18 students. In this activity, students learn English vocabulary via the use of games and entertaining media in a single meeting. The results of this service activity reveal that students' English vocabulary grows, the learning environment improves, and kids like learning.

Reflections of Parents of Elementary School Pupils in the Republic of Croatia About the Use of Tablets in Class

In the last three years, there have been changes that contributed to the introduction of modern technology, i.e., tablets, into the teaching process. "Refreshment" was needed to continue. The need for effective, interesting, and motivating teaching has become evident. The use of tablets in class can certainly meet these needs. The goal was to determine the thoughts and attitudes of parents of elementary school children about the use of tablets: do they agree that tablets should replace classic textbooks in classes? Research was conducted on a sample of 1,403 parents of children who attended elementary school. The results show that 49.0% of respondents state that their child often uses a tablet in class. Furthermore, 69.6% of parents fully agree with the statement that the use of modern technology in teaching is good to know. 67.3% strongly disagree with the possibility of replacing classic textbooks with tablets in class. Parents: 42.6% of them think that the tablet does not make it easier for the child to learn, and 34.0% of the research participants could not make up their minds about the set items. 80.4% of parents believe that excessive use of tablets by children is addictive.

O'zbekistondagi boshlang'ich maktab o'quvchilari uchun ingliz tili o'quv materiallarida gender stereotiplarining ifodalanishi

The current study examines the representation of gender stereotype in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) textbooks, namely Guess What, for elementary school pupils produced in Uzbekistan. The research aims to ascertain how gender is represented and what kinds of stereotypes expressions are used in the Guess What series by focusing on four areas; Adult Social Role Beliefs, Domestic Role Beliefs, Educational Role Beliefs, and Professional Role Beliefs concerning school type variables. The method used in this research was descriptive qualitative method. Language is not perceived only orally or in written forms, but through visual language too, such as pictures on posters, images in books, magazines. They are ubiquitous in modern life and are of great importance to get the message, as they convey and represent particular meaning (Fairclough, 2013). English language teaching materials, which are one of the main sources of target language and culture input, have a great impact in the formation of pragmatic competence and the development of relational identity.

Teacher Communication Patterns in the Teaching and Learning Process of Elementary School Students

The purpose of this study is to examine the role of teachers' communication styles in the education of elementary school pupils on Lembeh Island, Bitung City. This study employs a phenomenological qualitative methodology. Purposive sampling was used to identify primary school teachers on Lembeh Island as study participants. The researchers used observation, in-depth interviews, and document studies to gather data. Reducing data, displaying data for verification, and generating conclusions were all steps in the data analysis process. Triangulation was used to check the data for authenticity. According to the study's findings, two-way communication (Two-Way Communication) between educators on the Lembeh Islands's teaching staff and their students is a transactional communication pattern facilitated by the humanistic process and aimed at facilitating the sharing of information and the development of mutual understanding through the use of a unified curriculum.

The Learning Trajectory Based on STEM of Elementary School Pupils’ in Solving Proportion Material: Didactical Design-Research

This study aims to determine the trajectory of students' thinking when solving proportion problems using STEM-based learning media. The participants were 27 fifth-grade students from SD Negeri 2 Pilangsari in Cirebon Regency. The students are divided into four groups using purposive sampling and receive the same treatment. The treatment involved a proportion study that utilized STEM media, and the student’s learning trajectory was monitored based on their problem-solving patterns. Hypothetical Learning Trajectory (HLT) was used to develop the hypotheses. The HLT was used as a guide for the researchers' assumptions. The data were collected through observation by researchers, student work, and documentation. The results of the HLT were used to test the assumptions related to the student's thinking processes and their learning in completing proportion operations using STEM. Based on the results obtained during the practice, some findings exceeded the researcher's expectations and hypotheses, but some did not. These differences become a new finding expected to become a subject for further research, where several groups have different ways of thinking based on mathematical disposition. Through STEM media, the electrical engineering students' high enthusiasm and creativity can be known through the electric graph. In conclusion, proportional relationships are an important mathematical concept with practical applications in various fields. The use of STEM media for teaching materials can help students acquire a better understanding of mathematical concepts and skills.