Fifth-grade Elementary Students Research Articles

The Effectiveness of Experiential Learning Strategy in Achieving Science Subject Competence Among Fifth Grade Elementary School Students

This study investigates the effectiveness of experiential learning strategies in enhancing science subject competence among fifth-grade elementary students in Anbar Governorate, where traditional teaching methods dominate. Prior research indicates a lack of engagement and critical thinking among students, emphasizing the need for pedagogical approaches that promote active learning and real-world experiences. Employing a descriptive and experimental design, this research included two groups: an experimental group receiving instruction through experiential learning and a control group taught via traditional methods. The sample consisted of 65 fifth-grade students from Al-Mu'min Primary School, chosen to ensure representativeness. Pre-experimental assessments ensured equivalence in variables such as age, intelligence, and previous academic achievement. The study's impact was evaluated using a post-test composed of 40 multiple-choice questions aligned with the science curriculum. Statistical analysis revealed a significant difference in mean achievement test scores between the groups, with the experimental group achieving a higher average score of 29.90 compared to the control group's 22.55. The calculated t-value was 10.11, surpassing the critical t-value of 2.00 at the 0.05 significance level, indicating strong evidence for the effectiveness of experiential learning strategies. Furthermore, the effect size measured using eta squared (η² = 0.63) confirmed a large impact on student achievement. The findings signify that experiential learning strategies substantially enhance science subject competence among elementary students, fostering greater engagement and understanding of scientific concepts. These results advocate for the integration of experiential learning methodologies in science education, reflecting a shift away from traditional teaching practices to more effective, student-centered approaches that promote critical thinking and real-world application of knowledge.

Fostering Superior Characters: Development of Innovative Instruments for Critical Reasoning and Independent Character in the Realm of Science Topic

The purpose of this study was to develop a critical reasoning and independent character instrument on the topic of human blood circulation. The method used was research and development (R&D) with a 4D model (Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate). The results showed that the validity value of the content of critical reasoning instruments obtained a final value of 0.97, while independent instruments obtained a value of 1, which was perfect. Judging from empirical validity, vital and independent reasoning instruments were declared valid because they had a value above 0.355 from 31 students tested. Critical and independent reasoning instruments were declared reliable. The Alpha Cronbach value >0.70 had good distinguishing power because the value of the Corrected Item-Total Correlation did not exceed the Alpha Cronbach value. Developing assessment instruments for a critical and independent character in human blood circulation for fifth-grade elementary students was successful, demonstrating high validity and reliability, and held the significant potential to enhance science education through technology integration.

THE INFLUENCE OF STEAM-BASED PROJECT MODEL ON FIFTH GRADE ELEMENTARY STUDENTS' SCIENCE PROCESS SKILLS

This study aims to determine whether the Science Technology Mathematics Art and Technology (STEAM) project-based model influences the Science Process Skills (SPS) of elementary school students. The research method employed is quantitative research with a one-group pretest-posttest design. The population and sample of the study were fifth-grade students from SDN 6 Saluputti, Saluputti District, Tana Toraja, totaling 21 students. The research instruments used were multiple-choice and essay tests developed from science process skill indicators on the topic of heat transfer, teacher and student activity observation sheets, and interview guidelines. The results of the study indicate a significant influence of the STEAM-based project model on the Science Process Skills (SPS) of fifth-grade elementary students with a significance value of 0.001 < 0.05, thus accepting the alternative hypothesis (Ha) and rejecting the null hypothesis (H0). The data obtained will be analyzed using Paired Sample t-Test.. The N-gain value falls into the moderate category, leading to the conclusion that there is an influence of the STEAM-based project model on the SPS of fifth-grade students at SDN 6 Saluputti. However, further research is still needed on other science topics in elementary school that can be taught using the STEAM project-based approach to enhance students' knowledge and skills in other areas.

An Open-Ended Based Realıstıc Mathematıcs Learnıng Approach To Students' Creatıve Mathematıcal Thınkıng Abılıtıes

The main focus of this research is the level of students' creative mathematical thinking abilities. This concern arises from students' struggles to master each indicator of creative thinking abilities. The study aims to assess the level of students' creative thinking abilities for each indicator within their creative mathematical thinking using the open-ended iPMRI approach, specifically targeting fifth-grade elementary students. This quantitative study employs a quasi-experimental design. The research population consists of 44 fifth-grade students from SD Negeri 105346 Aras Kabu. The sample was selected through random sampling to identify both the experimental and control groups. Data collection methods included questionnaires, tests administered to each student, and accompanying documentation. The research findings, based on the results of the sig value. (2-tailed) value of 0.000 < 0.05 and a t-count of 12.493 compared to the t-table value of 1.68595 at df 38, indicate that the t-count is significantly greater than the t-table value (t-count > t-table). This result leads to the rejection of H0 and acceptance of H1. Therefore, it can be concluded that the implementation of an open-ended based realistic mathematics learning approach significantly influences the creative mathematical thinking abilities of fifth-grade students at SD 105346 Aras Kabu, Beringin District, during the 2023/2024 academic year

Preliminary Program Evaluation of Pocket PE 3-5™, A User-Friendly Digital Application for Teacher Skills Training and Physical Education Activities for Third- to Fifth-Grade Elementary Students.

In the United States, many classroom teachers also teach physical education (PE). However, there is a dearth of evidence- and standard-based PE programs designed to support classroom teachers to deliver PE effectively in schools. The purpose of this study was to establish proof-of-concept for the Pocket PE 3-5 digital app in school settings with 10 third- to fifth-grade classroom teachers. We assessed fidelity of program implementation, measured via observations of PE quality. Students used wrist-worn heart rate monitors during Pocket PE 3-5 lessons to measure time spent in moderate to vigorous physical activity. Program feasibility was primarily assessed through teacher-reported surveys of usability, satisfaction, and acceptability and exit interviews. Mean PE observation scores were 18.6 (SD = 1.5) on a scale of 5 to 20. On average, students spent 56.7% (SD = 13.1%) of class time engaging in moderate to vigorous physical activity. Mean survey scores, reported on a 5-point scale, were 4.5 (SD = 0.6) for acceptability, 4.8 (SD = 0.4) for usability, and 4.7 (SD = 0.7) for satisfaction. Teachers liked how easy the app was to use but mentioned some technological challenges. This program evaluation study established the proof-of-concept for the Pocket PE 3-5 elementary school PE program.

Examining the Transformative Effect of the RADEC Learning Model on Student’s Fictional Writing Ability

This study originated from the observation of teachers employing traditional teaching methods, leading to a notable deficiency in students' proficiency in crafting fiction texts. The aim of this research is to investigate the impact of the RADEC (Read, Answer, Discuss, Explain, Create) learning model on the development of fiction writing skills among fifth-grade elementary students. Employing a quasi-quantitative experimental approach, this study utilizes a non-equivalent control group design, incorporating experimental and control classes. Data collection methods include observation, pretest and posttest assessments, and documentation. Data analysis involves normality testing, homogeneity of variance testing, and independent sample testing using SPSS IBM26. The findings reveal a statistically significant disparity in the average fiction writing ability between groups utilizing the RADEC model and conventional methods, with a significance value of 0.047 0.05. The noteworthy average improvement of 17.5 in students' fiction writing skills subsequent to the implementation of the RADEC learning model underscores its effectiveness, advocating for its adoption by educators, particularly for enhancing the writing proficiency of fifth-grade students.

Cancer Awareness, Cause Recognition, and Sources of Information Among Japanese Students: A Repeated Cross-Sectional Nationwide Survey.

Cancer education has been promoted under the Basic Plan for Cancer Education in Japan. We conducted a repeated cross-sectional survey of Japanese students to determine changes in attitudes regarding cancer over time. A nationwide survey of fifth-grade elementary students was conducted in February 2013. A repeated cross-sectional survey was conducted following previous studies with second-year high school students in February 2019, as second-year high school students in 2019 corresponded to the generation of fifth-grade students in 2013. The self-administered, multiple-choice questionnaire inquired about the awareness of cancer and its causes and sources of cancer information. Statistical analyses were performed by calculating the percentage of selections and 95% confidence intervals for each question. The differences between values in 2019 and 2013 were examined. Responses were received from 94 schools (44.1%) in 2013 and 114 schools (52.8%) in 2019. After excluding incomplete responses, valid responses from 2213 and 3822 respondents, respectively, were analyzed. Desirable changes over time were observed in awareness. Increasing age was associated with a rise in misperceptions and a decline in desirable rather than undesirable perceptions of the causes of cancer. The Internet was a common source of information among high school students, followed by health education at school. Cancer education in schools should aim to counteract misconceptions and promote positive, evidence-based information. Improving perceptions of cancer screening could increase intentions of undergoing screening. Additionally, presenting cancer information using social networking sites could help promote cancer prevention among junior high and high school students.

Teaching Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation to Later Elementary School Students

Bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) rates remain low in the United States. Training children is a proposed method to increase this rate, but data on the compression efficacy of US elementary school-aged children are scarce. We hypothesized that fourth and fifth graders could learn how to respond to cardiac arrests and provide effective chest compressions. We conducted a nonrandomized before-and-after study with fourth- and fifth-grade elementary students. Two 2-hour CPR educational sessions were held. Two weeks later, skills were assessed using a de novo checklist, and manikin-analyzed compression effectiveness (dichotomized at 50% efficacy) was analyzed using Chi-squared tests. We used paired t tests to evaluate knowledge change on identical pre- and post-tests. Secondary analysis evaluated associations between compression effectiveness and grade, age, sex, and body mass index (BMI) using Chi-squared tests. Three hundred fifty-six students completed the study. The mean change in test scores measuring CPR knowledge increased from 8.2 to 9.3 (1.1, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.9 to 1.2). Self-reported adequate CPR knowledge increased from 44% to 97% (odds ratio [OR] 44.17, 95% CI 12.62 to 154.62). Seventy-two percent of students completed >7/11 predefined resuscitation steps, and 76% delivered ≥50% effective compressions. Grade was significantly associated with achieving ≥50% effective compression (OR 2.02, 95% CI, 1.19 to 3.43). Age, BMI, and sex were not significantly associated with greater compression efficacy. Most students were able to learn hands-only CPR, apply their knowledge during a simulated cardiac arrest scenario, and deliver effective chest compressions. Students' confidence and willingness to perform CPR increased after the intervention.

THE CONTRIBUTION OF SOCIAL ATTITUDES, LEARNING INTEREST, AND TEACHER COMPETENCE TOWARD THE FIFTH-GRADE ELEMENTARY STUDENTS’ ADAPTIVE SKILLS IN SEMESTER II AT CLUSTER 3 TABANAN

The contribution of social attitudes, interest in learning, and teacher competence toward the fifth-grade elementary students’ adaptive skills in semester II at cluster 3 is discussed in this paper. The research is ex-post-facto research. The population is 137 students. The data collection method is a questionnaire. Based on the research that has been conducted, it is concluded that 1) there is a contribution of social attitudes toward the fifth-grade elementary students’ adaptive skills in Semester II at cluster 3 in Tabanan with a contribution of 23.50% and an effective contribution of 8.52%. Hereafter, 2) there is a contribution of learning interest toward the fifth-grade elementary students’ adaptive skills in Semester II Cluster 3 in Tabanan with a contribution of 32.9% and an effective contribution of 15.60%. In addition, 3) there is a contribution of teacher competence toward the fifth-grade elementary students’ adaptive skills in semester II at Cluster 3 in Tabanan with a contribution of 37.50% and an effective contribution of 24.97%. Lastly, 4) there is a significant contribution of social attitudes, learning interest, and teacher competence simultaneously toward the fifth-grade elementary students’ adaptive skills with a contribution of 49.10%.

THE EFFECT OF SCHOOL CULTURE, LEARNING INTEREST, AND LEARNING MOTIVATION ON NATURAL SCIENCE LEARNING OUTCOMES

This paper describes the effect of school culture, learning interest, and learning motivation on natural science (IPA) learning outcomes for fifth-grade elementary students in cluster IV. The research is ex-post-facto research. The research sample is 196 students. The data collection methods used are the questionnaire method and document study. Data analyses used are multiple regression and partial correlation. Based on the research that has been conducted, it is concluded that 1) there is a significant effect of school culture on natural science (IPA) learning outcomes for fifth-grade elementary students at Cluster IV in Tabanan with a percentage of 42.1% and an effective contribution of 20.7%, 2) there is a significant effect with a percentage of 44.4% and an effective contribution of 18.5%, 3) there is a significant effect with a percentage of 44.1% and an effective contribution of 17%, and 4) there is a significant effect of school culture, learning interest, and learning motivation on natural science (IPA) learning outcomes for fifth-grade elementary students in Tabanan with a percentage of 56.2%.

THE VALIDITY OF CHARACTER VALUE SOCIAL SCIENCE LEARNING MEDIA FOR FIFTH-GRADE ELEMENTARY STUDENTS

The implementation of social science learning in elementary schools tends to build cognitive abilities mainly rather than to build the attitude or character of students. In fact, based on the learning material, social science learning has a role in the student’s character building. In addition, the learning media used by teachers tend to be conventional so it is monotonous. The research purpose is to produce and describe social science learning media valued for fifth-grade elementary students. The development method used is Research and Development (R&D). The developmental model used is the ADDIE model developed by Dick and Carry. The research is limited to the developmental stage. The research data collection instrument uses a validity questionnaire sheet. Based on the results of data analysis, it was obtained an average percentage of learning material validity at 97.78%, language validity at 97.78%, and design validity at 93.33% with very valid validity criteria for the three validities. It shows that social science learning media is a feasible character for being one of the social science learning media for fifth-grade elementary students.

An E-Module of Math Based on Problem-Based Learning for the Subject of Fractions in Elementary School

The purpose of the study was to create an electronic module utilizing problem-based learning strategies to aid students in comprehending fractions. The development phase employed the ADDIE model, which involves analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The research focused on evaluating the e-module's implementation and effectiveness by conducting assessments from media, subject matter, and learning experts, as well as from teachers and students. The feedback indicated that the e-module was highly feasible, with experts rating it as "very feasible" and teachers and students rating it as "extremely feasible." The e-module is considered appropriate for teaching fifth-grade elementary students.

E-Module of Cube and Beam Based on Inquiry for Five Grade Students of Elementary School

The background of this research is to produce and develop an e-module product of cube and block material centered on the approach. The teaching materials used printed books containing material and questions without any complex mathematical concepts so there is a lack of contextual learning in learning. That affects the lack of understanding of students' contextual knowledge during the geometry material pandemic. This study aims to develop an inquiry-based cube and block e-module for fifth-grade elementary students. Development research methods with 4D models include Definition, Design, Development, and Deployment. This research uses quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques through media and material expert validators and teacher and student response questionnaires. The results showed that the inquiry-based cube and beam e-module was declared feasible or valid with an average score of 89.05%. Furthermore, e-modules through teacher and student response questionnaires obtained an average of 91.5%, which is very practical. Therefore, it influences students' cognition in understanding cube and block material with an average value of 84.1. Therefore, the inquiry-based cube and block e-module can help students improve their contextual abilities.

ANALYSIS OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS DIFFICULTIES’ IN SOLVING INTEGER WORD PROBLEMS

This type of research is descriptive qualitative with a case study approach. This study aimed to identify forms of students’ conceptual and principle difficulties in solving integer story problems. The research participants were 34 fifth-grade elementary students. The purposive sampling technique was used to select research subjects based on the minimum completeness criteria value. Methods of data collection using tests and interviews. Data analysis techniques include data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that there were two types of difficulties for elementary school students in solving integer story problems, namely, conceptual difficulties and principle difficulties. The form of conceptual difficulties experienced by students is the difficulty in converting story problems into mathematical form. Besides that, students tend not to write down the steps according to solving story problems, and the principal difficulties experienced by students include errors in performing mathematical calculations. This can be minimized by increasing practice questions in the form of story problems.

Sleep patterns and sleep deprivation recorded by actigraphy in 4th-grade and 5th-grade students

ObjectiveThis study investigates sleep patterns of fourth- and fifth-grade students using actigraphy. MethodsThe study included 257 students enrolled in a Southwestern US school district who participated in a novel sleep science curriculum during the Spring 2016–17 and Fall 2017-18 semesters and met the study inclusion criteria. As part of this curriculum, participants underwent 5–7 days of continuous wrist actigraphy and completed an online sleep diary. ResultsApproximately two-thirds of the 9-11-year-old fourth- and fifth-grade students slept less than the minimum 9 h per night recommended by both the American Academy of Sleep Medicine/Sleep Research Society and the National Sleep Foundation. The sleep midpoint time on weekends was about 1 h later than on weekdays. There was a significant effect of age on sleep duration. Compared to 9-year old students, a larger proportion of 10-year old students had a sleep duration less than 8.5 h. Boys had shorter sleep duration than girls, and a larger percentage of boys obtained less than 9 h of sleep compared to girls. ConclusionsInsufficient sleep is a highly prevalent condition among 9-11-year-old fourth- and fifth-grade elementary students. Importantly, there is a difference between sleep patterns on weekdays and weekends which may portend greater problems with sleep in adolescence and young adulthood.

MOTIVATION, LEARNING ACTIVITY, AND LEARNING OUTCOMES OF GRADE V ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of ice breaking on learning motivation, active learning and learning outcomes of fifth-grade elementary students, Bengkulu City. Non-Equivalent Control Group Design in the form of the quasi-experimental method was used in this study. The type of research is quantitative descriptive. The population were the public elementary students in Bengkulu City, while the sample of this study were two classes, those were VA and V B. Data collection techniques in this study were questionnaires and tests. Based on the description of the results of the research and discussion, it can be concluded that (1). There is an influence of ice breaking on the learning motivation of fifth-grade students of public elementary school 56 Bengkulu City. This is shown in the t-test that the value of t-test of 5.00> t table value at a significant level of 5% is 2.01 (2). There is an influence of ice breaking on the learning activeness of fifth-grade students of public elementary school 56 Bengkulu City. This is shown in the t-test that the value of t-test is 5.04> t table value at the 5% significance level of 2.01. (3). There is a significant effect of ice breaking on student learning outcomes on cognitive aspects of fifth-grade students of public elementary school 56 Bengkulu City. This is indicated by the calculation of the t-test that the value of t testis 2.71> the value of t table at a significant level of 5% of 2.03.

A Portrait About Writing Explanatory Skill of Fifth-Grade Elementary School

Indonesia has implemented the 2013 curriculum as a text-based learning framework. The text is used as a defender of science. The logical consequence, language skills are an absolute requirement for students so that they can achieve learning goals. On the other hand, writing is the highest skill in the language. Therefore, the study was aimed to describe the explanatory writing skills of fifth-grade elementary students. This research is a descriptive qualitative study using a sample of fifth-grade students in public elementary schools in the city of Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia. Data collection techniques using documents and interviews. Source triangulation is used as data validity. The results showed that the greatest difficulty students had in writing explanations was writing cohesive and coherent sentences and paragraphs. They are only able to write their ideas without regard to syntactic rules. These writing skills involve students' metacognitive skills which also reflect other language skills such as listening and reading. This research output will be useful for academics and practitioners in determining the right learning approach to improve the success of text-based learning or the 2013 curriculum.

THE EFFECT OF QUANTUM LEARNING BASED WITH MIND MAPPING TOWARDS SCIENCE ACHIEVEMENT OF FIFTH GRADE ELEMENTARY STUDENTS

The aim of this research is to know the significant influence of Quantum learning based with mind mapping towards the results of science achievement of fifth grade elementary students of Cluster I in Kuta Utara district in academic year of 2017/2018. It was quasi experimental research with nonequivalent control group design. The population of this research was 339 fifth grade students in Cluster I in Kuta Utara district. The sample was chosen by random sampling. It was obtained that fifth grade A students of SD No. 7 Dalung (34 students) as experimental group and the fifth grade A students of SD No. 4 Dalung (28 students) as control group. The data were collected by using objective test of multiple choice. Around 40 items have been validated. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics of t-test analysis. Based on the result of t-test analysis, there were obtained tvalue = 6,778 and ttable (at a significance level of 5% with dk = (34+28)-2 = 60) = 2,000. This indicated that tvalue > ttable so it could be concluded that there was significant difference of science achievement between the groups taught by Quantum Learning based with Mind Map and the groups taught by Conventional Learning. It can be concluded that there was the effect of Quantum learning model with mind mapping towards the science achievement of fifth-grade elementary students of Cluster I in Kuta Utara district in academic year of 2017/2018.

فاعلية أنمودج فراير في اكتساب مفاهيم مادة الاجتماعيات لدى تلاميذ الصف الخامس الابتدائي

يرمي البحث الحالي إلى التعرف بـ ( فاعلية أنمودج فراير في اكتساب مفاهيم مادة الاجتماعيات لدى تلاميذ الصف الخامس الابتدائي )، تكونت عينة البحث من (85) طالباً من طلاب الصف الرابع الأدبي ، في مدرسة الزمرد الأساسية التابعة للمديرية العامة لتربية بغداد الرصافة / الثانية . للعام الدراسي ( 2016 – 2017). أختار الباحث عشوائياً شعبة (ب) لتمثل المجموعة التجريبية الأولى، وعددها(42) تلميذاً ، وشعبة (جـ) لتمثل المجموعة التجريبية الثانية، وعددها (43) تلميذاً. وقد كافأ الباحث بين مجموعتي البحث قبل البدء بالتجربة في عدد من المتغيرات إحصائياً، وهي: (العمر الزمني محسوباً بالأشهر ومستوى الذكاء والتحصيل الدراسي للأبوين) . ثم حاول الباحث ضبط عدد من المتغيرات الدخيلة التي قد تؤثر في المتغيرين التابعين، وحدد الفصل الأول والثاني من الكتاب المقرر تدريسه في التجربة، وقد صاغ الباحث (20) هدفاً سلوكياً في ضوء الأهداف العامة ومحتوى المادة العلمية، وعرضت على مجموعة من المتخصصين والمحكمين، وبعد ذلك أعدَّ الباحث خططاً أنموذجية في تدريس المادة المحددة للتجربة، باستعمال أنموذج فراير لطلاب المجموعة التجريبية، وبالطريقة التقليدية (الاعتيادية) لتلاميذ المجموعة الضابطة، وعرضها على مجموعة من المحكمين والمتخصصين في طرائق التدريس والقياس والتقويم، ودرس مجموعتي البحث بنفسه. وأعدَّ الباحث اختباراً لاكتساب المفاهيم في مادة الاجتماعيات ، يتكون من (20) فقرة من الاختيار من متعدد.

Using augmented reality technology in storytelling activities: examining elementary students’ narrative skill and creativity

The aim of the study was to examine the effects of augmented reality technology on stories in terms of narrative skill, story length and creativity and also to examine correlations between these variables. Posttest-only design with a nonequivalent group model was used. In this study, the sample consisted of 100 fifth-grade elementary students, comprising 46 boys and 54 girls. Purposive and convenience sampling methods were applied. For purposive sampling, the group's ages, education levels, and experiences in storytelling activities were gathered, and for convenience sampling, easy access to schools was considered. As data collection tools, a suitable narrative scale was used which was found in the literature and creative story form was developed by the researcher. According to the findings, mean scores for all variables for the experimental group were higher than those for the control group. Also, a statistically significant mean difference was found between the experimental and control groups with regard to narrative skill, length of stories, and creativity in stories. In fact, a positive correlation was found between all variables. It is important to recognize when a technology is found to contribute positively to narrative skill and creativity in telling stories, and to ensure this technology is used. Determining correlation between these variables may provide a contribution to studies about evaluating the effect of the new technologies.