Elementary School Teacher Education Research Articles

Refleksi Praktik Mengajar Bahasa Inggris Di Sekolah Dasar Negeri

Elementary School Teacher Education students as prospective elementary school teachers have an important role in developing and improving the quality of education in Indonesia. Therefore, students need to get adequate provision. One way to get this provision is by doing teaching practice in elementary school. Teaching practice provides many lessons for students, both positive and negative, which can be used as evaluation material. One effective way of evaluation is reflection. Through reflection, students can assess and measure the process and results of learning, know the strengths and weaknesses, and plan improvements for further learning. This study aims to determine the results of student reflection after implementing English language learning in elementary schools. This research used descriptive qualitative approach with narrative inquiry method. The results of the research that have been obtained are students present a detailed reflection report after taking action.

Developing Educators Of Strong Character Through Pancasila Courses For Elementary School Teacher Education Students

The aim of this community service activity is to enhance the understanding and application of Pancasila values among Elementary School Teacher Education (PGSD) students through the Pancasila course as an ethical system. The background of this activity arises from the need for a more practical and contextual approach to character education. The implementation method involves online group discussions with 21 prospective elementary school teachers. The findings indicate that approximately 80% of students have achieved a good level of understanding of Pancasila ethical concepts, with 85% actively participating in group discussions. A significant number of groups, around 75%, engaged in in-depth discussions and effective collaboration regarding the application of Pancasila values in daily life and educational environments. Good analytical skills were demonstrated by about 78% of students in detailing and applying Pancasila values to case studies. From this activity, students can provide significant benefits to society through improved character education. The conclusion of this activity emphasizes theoretical contributions to character education through the Pancasila course and suggests improvements such as increased use of technology, provision of more structured teaching materials, regular evaluations, and involvement of external stakeholders in future community service activities. Thus, this activity makes a positive contribution to shaping the character of PGSD students and strengthening community involvement in the learning process.

THE REFLECTION OF DIDACTICAL DESIGN RESEARCH LEARNING AS AN EFFORT OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER EDUCATION (ESTE) LECTURERS’ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The determining factors for the success of the learning process are students and the teacher/lecturer as the person most responsible for implementing the learning process. This study aimed to describe the process of learning reflection as the professional development of Elementary School Teacher Education (ESTE) lecturers based on Didactical Design Research (DDR) in learning the Elementary Science Basic Concepts course. The method used in this research is qualitative. The research design used is phenomenology. This research was conducted at the ESTE Study Program, one of the tertiary institutions in Cimahi City. The participants in this study were an ESTE lecturer. Data collection techniques used in this study were participant observation, interviews, and focus group discussions. The data analysis technique used was Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). The results showed that there were several learning obstacles in the form of epistemological obstacles, which occurred due to students' lack of knowledge related to the concepts they were learning and caused students to experience misconceptions. Then a hypothetical learning trajectory is compiled as a series of learning paths that students go through to achieve more meaningful learning goals. The limitation in this study is that the analysis of each step in the DDR process has not been fully described, so that for further research each step can be clearly described to see a more real impact from the lecturer professional development process that has been implemented.

Study of metacognitive awareness at the individual level of students across study programs using Rasch modeling

Evaluating students' metacognitive awareness is necessary to identify weaknesses and strengths in managing their cognition, which can help develop effective cognitive regulation to overcome academic challenges. Therefore, this research aims to examine students' level of metacognitive awareness using Rasch modeling. Survey research was conducted on 122 students at FKIP. Metacognitive awareness was evaluated using the 18-item Jr. MAI, and each item uses a 5-point Likert rating scale. Jr. MAI in the Google form is distributed for 2–3 weeks. Metacognitive awareness data was analyzed using the Logit Value of Person (LVP) approach and the Person Wright Map in Rasch modeling. The analysis results show that the distribution of metacognitive awareness shows that the majority of physics education students tend to have a higher level of metacognitive awareness, while the distribution of metacognitive awareness among elementary school teacher education students is more even across all categories. The implication of this research is the need to develop effective cognitive regulation in overcoming academic challenges through evaluating students' metacognitive awareness.

The Analysis of Mathematical Problem-solving Ability of Elementary School Teacher Candidate: Fraction Case

It is important for school students as well as elementary school teacher candidates to master mathematical problem-solving abilities. This study aims to analyze the mathematical problem-solving ability of elementary school teacher candidates on the concept of fractions based on Polya’s steps. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach. The research participants were 12 students of elementary school teacher education program whose problem-solving abilities were assessed based on the topic of fractions for 60 minutes. The results of this study indicated that students were able to understand information related to the questions; (1) determine what had already been known and what was being asked completely. In addition, students were also able to understand the relationship between the information provided. It can therefore be said that students were able to understand the problem. (2) Most students were less able to develop a correct problem-solving plan. (3) Most students completed solutions based on incorrect strategies. (4) Students rarely re-checked the problem-solving. Based on the results of the interviews, they rarely solved the problem-solving questions. Thus, it can be concluded that the level of their mathematical problem-solving ability was still low. Keywords: elementary school teacher candidate, fraction case, mathematical problem solving ability

Implementation of Tri Ngo in Learning Indonesian Language and Literature in Elementary Schools at the Higher Education Level

This study aims to determine the implementation of Tri Ngo "Ngerti, Ngroso, Nglakoni" in Indonesian Language and Literature Learning in Elementary Schools at the Higher Education level. This type of research includes quantitative survey research. The population consisted of all 4th semester students of Elementary School Teacher Education at Sarjanawiyata Tamansiswa University, Yogyakarta. The research sample used simple random sampling and obtained a total of 156 students. Validity test data using product moment correlation and reliability using Cronbach's Alpha. The results of the data validity test obtained 20 items declared valid and the results of the reliability test using 20 valid items and obtained an Alpha value of 0.988. Data analysis techniques in this study used descriptive analysis. The results showed that the application of the Tri Ngo concept to Indonesian Language and Literature Learning in Elementary Schools at the Higher Education level was in the high category with an average of 79.88. This means that students are able to understand, feel, and apply the Elementary School Indonesian Language and Literature Learning Course well. There needs to be further research with different perspectives to strengthen this research. It is hoped that the application of Tri Ngo can also be applied to other appropriate courses.

유치원 교사와 초등학교 교사의 디지털 교육 실천 경험 탐색

The purpose of this study was to explore the practical experience of digital education of kindergarten teachers and elementary school teachers. To this end, two kindergarten teachers and two elementary school teachers had individual and group meetings. The contents of the interview were transcribed after recording and analyzed through qualitative research analysis. The results of the study are as follows. First, kindergarten teachers and elementary school teachers were found to be practicing digital education in their own locations, focusing on the curriculum. Kindergarten teachers and elementary school teachers planned and implemented digital education around different curricula, but it was the same that they listened to their children's experiences, reconstructed the contents and teaching methods, and practiced digital education. Second, kindergarten teachers and elementary school teachers are known to practice digital education so that children can think critically. Kindergarten teachers emphasized critical thinking in safety-related situations, focusing on safety issues that children can face when practicing digital education, while elementary school teachers emphasized critical thinking as digital citizens focusing on safety and ethical issues. Based on these results, for the smooth connection of digital education conducted in kindergartens and elementary schools, it was discussed that the same educational approach centered on children's experiences and lives should be found.

The Indonesian Language Ability in Elementary School Teacher Education Students

Tulisan ini dibuat untuk memberikan informasi mengenai pentingnya mahasiswa calon guru khususnya guru SD memiliki kemampuan berbahasa. Seorang guru perlu membaca buku-buku yang bermanfaat sebagai sumber materi ajar. Pada kesempatan yang sama guru juga perlu membuat catatan-catatan mengenai isi bacaan tersebut dan mungkin pada kesempatan lain harus menulis persiapan mengajar, menulis laporan, serta mungkin menulis makalah. Kemudian, dalam rapat guru, di kelas, dan dalam berbagai kesempatan perlu mendengarkan pembicaraan guru lain, parasiswa, relasi, dan lainnya. Tentu saja pada konteks tertentu perlu pula menyampaikan pikiran, perasaan, fakta, atau hal lainnya dengan cara berbicara. Jadi, jelas sekali bahwa mahasiswa sebagai calon guru perlu memiliki kemampuan berbahasa yang memadai dalam beraktivitas sebagai guru dan sebagai anggota masyarakat. Dengan dibekali pentingnya memiliki kemampuan berbahasa pada mahasiswa calon guru SD diharapkan dapat menumbuhkan rasa ingin tahu dan tanggung jawab untuk belajar kemampuan berbahasa serta dapat menerapkannya dalam kehidupan sehari-hari baik sebagai bagian dari profesional guru maupun kehidupan sehari-hari. Tulisan ini dibatasi pada kajian keterampilan aspek berbahasa bukan pada kajian linguistik..

Mellan tradition och reform: Pedagogiska examensuppsatsämnen vid två svenska folkskoleseminarier 1915–1937

Between tradition and reform: Pedagogical essay topics at two Swedish teacher training seminars, 1915–1937. During the beginning of the twentieth century, a series of school reforms was carried out in Sweden. One concerned the education of elementary school teachers. In this article, we examine which knowledge and teaching ideals that was posed by some of those who had the task of putting this reform into practice. At the center are the nearly five hundred essay topics that were offered at the teacher training seminars in Lund (only male apprentices) and Falun (only female apprentices) 1914–1937. The results advocate that two rather different local cultures of knowledge were developed at the two seminars. While the essay topics that were offered in Lund mostly seems to promote a more traditional reproductive view on teaching, the ones proposed in Falun rather appears to encourage a much more reformistic understanding of schooling. Hence it is suggested that the latter might be understood as an aspiration to establish a more autonomous and independent women teacher identity.

Implementation of the Problem-Based Learning Model in Teaching of Mathematics about Adding Fractions with Different Denominators in Elementary Schools

Research has been carried out to find the level of student ability and the level of difficulty of essay questions on fractions, through polytomous data analysis by applying the Rasch model. The research was conducted in the In-Service Professional Teacher Education program, specifically in the Elementary School Teacher Education. The research was conducted at Belang 1 State Elementary School, Southeast Minahasa Regency, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, in grade 6 with a total of 27 students. Experimental research method with one group pretest-posttest design. The experimental treatment is a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) learning model. The test instrument is in the form of an essay with material on adding fractions with different denominators. The instrument was content validated through a video conference forum attended by experts, tutors, and subject teachers. Data was collected through formative pre-tests and post-tests. Scores are processed as polytomy data. Data analysis used the Rasch model with the Ministep 4.3.2 software application. The results of the analysis, as a class group, the pre-test average was 7.0 and the post-test was 77.0. This group's data shows that the use of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model in mathematics learning is very effective. Another conclusion is that the Rasch Model can accurately analyze polytomous data and find 1 student who has a high ability exceeding the highest level of test item difficulty in completing the essay test on adding fractions with different denominators. Then the Rasch Model can analyze the level of difficulty of the 5 items of the essay test instrument, it was found that 2 test items had a low level of difficulty. Using the Rasch model, it is consistently detected that adding fractions with different denominators containing the number 7 is categorized as having a high level of difficulty.

Students Error Analysis in Descriptive Text of UNCP

This research deals with the the kinds of errors of the first semester students of Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program of Palopo Cokroaminoto University mostly do in their writing. The population of this research is the first semester students of Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program of Palopo Cokroaminoto University in academic year 2023. The total number of population was 200 students. The researcher applied the purposive sampling technique and there are 20 students as sample. Writing test is the instrument of this research. Based on the findings and discussion in the previous chapter, the researcher concludes the kinds of errors of the first semester students of Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program of Palopo Cokroaminoto University mostly do in their writing is selection. It can be proven by the kinds of error made by the students are selection error (21 errors or 53.84%), omission error (9 errors or 23.07%), and addition error (9 errors or 23.07%).

The Application of The Rule of Three to Improve The Skill of Writing Children's Story Plots by PGSD Students of Al-Washliyah Archipelago Muslim University Medan

This research aims to improve children's story plot writing skills using the rule of three in FKIP PGSD students at Al Washliyah This research aims to improve children's story plot writing skills using the rule of three in FKIP PGSD students at Al Washliyah Muslim Nusantara University, Medan. Remembering that children's stories are an important part of the process of learning Indonesian language and literature in elementary school. The research method used in this research is a quantitative descriptive method with a one group pre-test post-test design type of research. The population and sample in this research were students of the Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program (PGSD) FKIP Al Washliyah Muslim Nusantara University. The population was 50 people and samples were taken using random sampling technique as many as 30 students. From the research results, it is known that the average score of class 5 A PGSD UMN Al Washliyah students in the initial pre-cycle condition was only 55.84%. After taking action in cycle I, student learning outcomes increased to 61.6%. To get better results, action was taken in cycle II. In this cycle student learning outcomes increased to 80.25%. From this it can be said that applying the rule of three in writing children's story plots can improve children's story plot writing skills for semester 5 A students of FKIP PGSD UMN Al Washliyah, Medan. The output targets in this research are national/international journals or proceedings.

Utilization of waste paper as teaching media for volcano eruption simulation in improving student knowledge

Indonesia has the highest number of active volcanoes in the world due to its geologic location at the confluence of the Eurasian and Australian plates. However, despite this, the knowledge of local communities regarding volcanic eruptions is still very minimal. Therefore, it is important to provide education to the community in this context is the local community. This Community Service Program aims to increase community knowledge related to the process of volcanic eruption by using pulp-based learning media, so that it can become disaster mitigation knowledge. The methods used are observation, coaching or training based on practical simulations, questionnaires and interviews. The subject of this Community Service is the community of Tambun village, Baolan sub-district, Tolitoli district, totaling 21 people in collaboration with students of the elementary school teacher education program in semester III. The results of this program are the increase in community knowledge related to volcanic eruptions and the growth of community awareness related to the use of waste paper, this is in line with SDGs 4 and SDGs 17 relating to quality education and partnerships with the community.

Methods and ways of preparing educational research activities for future elementary school teachers based on renewed education

Relevance. The article addresses the importance of research on modern education in the professional preparation of future elementary school teachers. The research relevance is determined by the fact that modern teachers have difficulties in stimulating attention and approaches to learning of elementary school children. In this regard, students in higher educational institutions of the Republic of Kazakhstan are in continuous search of new methods, techniques, and forms of organizing educational research activities based on updated education.Purpose. The research aims to study the methods and forms of research activity training for future elementary school teachers based on renewed education in Kazakhstan.Methodology. The methodological basis of the research consisted of general theoretical methods of scientific knowledge: analysis and synthesis, abstraction and idealization, and modeling.Results. The research results concluded that all modern elementary school teachers participate in pedagogical experiments in the modern education system, in all innovative processes, develop new educational programs and implement new educational technologies that require research skills based on renewed education. The issues discussed relate to the importance of curricula and experiments as well as the approach that students (future elementary school teachers) use in research activities.Conclusions. All of the studies reviewed included issues of professional development for future teachers over a long period, throughout their higher education. It should be noted that the entire education of elementary school teachers, as found in the study, includes the impact of a broader context, while all studies consider the impact of the same educational standard. All the activities described in the research contributed to the development of approaches to teaching science that were consistent with the current research literature. The practical significance of the research lies in the results that can be used as an instructional and practical material for students and researchers involved in school education and early childhood education.

Analysis of physics learning in elementary schools and the need for professional development: Is STEM education training necessary for elementary school teachers?

This study aims to explore pedagogical approaches and students’ engagement during STEM teaching. As many as 215 elementary school teachers in West Java were involved in this research. Those involved consisted of 161 women and 49 men. The majority of teachers have an elementary school teacher education background (87%), 7% have other educational backgrounds (Science Education/Mathematics Education/Social Education/Language Education), and the remaining 6% are in the sciences. The instrument used in this study was a closed questionnaire with 20 items from a Likert scale survey. The results of the study show that 50% of elementary school teachers very rarely use experimental approaches and problem-based learning when teaching STEM content. More than 60% of teachers also very rarely use the inquiry approach in teaching the four contents. The approach that is often used by teachers in teaching STEM is a collaborative and integrated approach. In addition, the survey results also show that more than 50% of students are very rarely involved in inquiry and engineering practice activities when learning about STEM content. The analysis of professional development needs showed that the majority of elementary school teachers have never received a professional development program regarding STEM education. In fact, the majority of teachers have a positive attitude towards the coaching program, which has an impact on increasing their competence. Apart from that, the results of this research also show that there is a lack of external support (from universities, educational practitioners, and researchers) for teachers in coaching programs. These findings provide evidence that teachers still need to receive training on pedagogical approaches that are relevant to integrated STEM education. The existence of training on STEM education is expected to improve the quality of STEM learning in the classroom. Thus, students' involvement in scientific and engineering practice when learning STEM becomes more dominant.

Exploring of Inquiry Skills of Teacher Students: Biology, Physics, and Elementary School Teacher Education

Inquiry skills are needed by a teacher to create effective learning experiences so that the overall quality of education can improve. This becomes even more important for distance education students, whose characteristics include being independent and active learners. This research aims to determine the level of inquiry abilities of students in the biology education, physics education, and elementary school teacher education programs at the Open University. The subjects of this research were 96 students from various regions. The survey method was implemented by providing an instrument in the form of questions to measure inquiry skills, which were distributed via Google Forms. The research results show that students’ inquiry skills vary. Students in the Biology Education and Physics Education study programs are at an intermediate level, but students in the Elementary School Teacher Education study program are at a low level of inquiry skills. Inquiry skills for each dimension also vary. Based on these results, efforts are needed to improve the inquiry skills of distance education students in the form of training or other habits so that they can implement them.

Reference Book for Pancasila Learning Based on 21st Century Skills and Tri Kaya Parisudha Values

Character education and learning outcomes for elementary school students are still relatively low. One factor that ensures student success is the role of the teacher. Therefore, the relevant effort to be carried out is to provide an understanding to students as prospective elementary school teachers in designing and implementing learning innovations to form a generation that is intelligent and has character by the demands of 21st-century learning and implementing the Tri Kaya Parisudha concept. This research aims to develop a 21st-century-based Pancasila learning reference book containing Tri Kaya Parisudha for Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program students. This research is design and product development research (Design and Development) using the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) model. The subjects in this research were two experts, ten students, and eight elementary school teachers. The data analysis method used is the descriptive analysis method. The research results show that 21st-century learning containing the Tri Kaya Parisudha in the Pancasila learning reference book has very good validity for students in the Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program. It is proven by the results of data analysis of the validity test of language and content experts that obtain a very good category. Likewise, the responses of students and teachers in elementary schools show an average score (mean) in the very good category.

Using Multimedia Interactive Web Blog Science Virtual Laboratory to Improve Students' Critical Thinking and Concept Mastery

The presence and condition of laboratories are critical factors in the success of learning activities through practical work, thereby improving student motivation and interest in learning. This research aims to determine the utilization of a virtual laboratory in improving critical thinking skills and mastery of science concepts for Elementary School Teacher Education (PGSD) students. The research used an experimental method utilizing a quasi-experimental design, specifically a nonequivalent control group design. Purposive sampling was the chosen sampling technique, and the research sample comprised 42 second-semester students from the Elementary School Teacher Education Department enrolled in the Elementary School Science Laboratory course. The samples were intentionally divided into two groups: Group K, the experimental group, and Group O, the control group. A multiple-choice test served as the data collection instrument. The collected data were analyzed using the N-Gain formula and t-test. The N-Gain results for concept mastery in the experimental group are 0.5%, and in the control group, it is 0.3%. Meanwhile, the average score for critical thinking skills in the experimental group is 80.77, and the average score for the control group is 76.31. Therefore, using a virtual laboratory affects students' mastery of concepts and critical thinking skills in Natural Science.

Perceptions of Primary School Teacher Education Students to the Use of ChatGPT to Support Learning in the Digital Era

Technology advancements like Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer (ChatGPT) have given the educational sector new advantages as well as difficulties and demands. Academics often differ on the benefits and effectiveness of implementing ChatGPT in the classroom. It is important for students who use ChatGPT in classroom learning to express their views on the use of ChatGPT. Therefore, this study aims to explore students’ perspectives in higher education towards utilizing ChatGPT as support for learning in the digital era. A mixed-methods—quantitative and qualitative research design is being used in this study. Forty-five University of Mataram Indonesia students studying elementary school teacher education participated in the research. Interviews and the distribution of questionnaires were used to collect research data. The conclusion of this study states that students find it easy to use ChatGPT. The use of ChatGPT is considered to increase their knowledge, provide fast and accurate answers to questions, and is able to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of learning time. In addition, students stated that the use of ChatGPT can provide additional motivation in the learning process. However, they have not been able to become more motivated to learn by using ChatGPT. They worry about unjust evaluations and the possibility of plagiarism, which can weaken one’s capacity for critical thought. Based on the study’s findings, experts recommend more investigation into ChatGPT’s potential to improve student motivation in the classroom.

An Analysis of Technological Content Knowledge (TCK) of English Teachers in Vocational High School

Technological Content Knowledge (TCK) is the knowledge of integrating technology into learning materials. The previous research examined TCK in many fields of education, such as history, elementary school teacher education, mathematics, biology, and science. However, TCK study in the English field is still under-researched. Therefore, this study aims to find the English teacher's knowledge of TCK. This study employed a qualitative approach with narrative inquiry design. The researchers used interviews, observation, and documentation to collect the data. The samples of this study are three English teachers in vocational high schools recruited based on several criteria determined by researchers. The finding showed that all participants mastered various technologies to deliver learning and could combine the two things well to achieve learning objectives. It can be concluded that all participants have a good level of knowledge of TCK.