Fourth Semester Students Research Articles

Unlocking Fluent Speech: Enhancing Student Speaking Skills through Digital Storytelling

This study evaluates the impact of digital storytelling on improving college students' speaking skills, based on Vygotsky’s Social Constructivism, which emphasizes the role of social interaction and cultural tools in learning. Using a quasi-experimental design, 60 fourth-semester students at the Islamic Institute of Sunan Kalijogo Malang were divided into an experimental group and a control group. The experimental group from the Faculty of Islamic Da'wah and Broadcasting engaged in digital storytelling, while the control group, including students from the Tarbiyah and Teaching Faculty, did not. Narrative texts such as fairy tales and fables were used in the intervention. The experimental group showed a significant improvement in speaking skills, with their mean post-test score increasing from 55.39 to 61.72, compared to a decrease in the control group's score from 57.01 to 55.12. Digital storytelling effectively enhances students' speaking skills by providing engaging, interactive learning experiences. The study supports the integration of digital storytelling into language instruction to improve oral communication abilities

The Family, The Family Social Climate and Academic Performance

Introduction The influence of family factors on the academic performance of nursing students in group B of the University Foundation of the Andean Area 2022 was characterized. Methodology: This is a descriptive, quantitative and cross-sectional study. Non-random sample of 50 students. Results: The results of this research show that there is a significant relationship between the Family Social Climate and the School Performance of fourth-semester students, group B, of the Nursing program of the University Foundation of the Andean Area Pereira Sectional in the second semester of 2022. It is concluded that the Low Academic Performance demonstrated by the students of the Institution in the year 2022 is related to the inadequate Family Social Climate in which the students live. Conclusion: Families do not identify high family risk even with adverse conditions such as weakness with the social support network. It is necessary to intensify actions that involve the health of the family.

CONJUNCTIVE RELATION OF GRAMMATICAL COHESION ON FOURTH SEMESTER STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ESSAY WRITING OF STBA JIA

This research aims to analyze the types of conjunctive relation and the use of all types of each word in academic essay writing of fourth-semester students of STBA JIA. It focuses on 1) identifying the conjunctive item and 2) determining the use of all types of each word of the conjunction of grammatical cohesion on fourth-semester students’ academic essay writing of STBA JIA. The grand theory used for this research is Halliday and Hasan (1976). This research uses a qualitative methodology in which the researcher is knowledgeable about the academic essays, types, and the use of all types of each word of the conjunction of grammatical cohesion. The 20 pieces of data describe the types of conjunctions and show the relation between the use of all types of each word. The percentage of types of conjunction consists of Temporal 74.5%, Adversative 16.3%, Additive 4.1%, and Causal 5.1%. Based on the data, the dominant type of conjunction is Temporal. This research could be further examined and as a reference to assist understanding of conjunctive relation of grammatical cohesion and expected to give some advantages especially for the researcher himself, the respondents, and all university students toward their writing skills.

Gamification as a Tool to Improve Vocabulary in English Language in High-School Students

Gamification has gained popularity among educators who perceive it as a useful tool for carrying out the teaching-learning process optimally. The lack of positive results in the learning of English as a foreign language has become one of the main challenges Mexico faces considered the language as a priority. English teachers know the importance of finding options to present new words to students in a way they could learn appropriately. Vocabulary is a meaningful key of language learning, based on it, other skills are developed. Trough unplugged gamification there has been determinate the relation between the strategy and academic results in written tests in vocabulary area, specifically nouns, among fourth-semester students in high-school education at Plantel Norte, Escuela de Bachilleres. The study follows a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design, correlational scope, and a longitudinal study moment when nouns have been measured based on tests administered before and after the development and use of these low-cost games.

Reading Comprehension and Test-Taking Strategies of Different Achievement Levels

The complexity of the reading process, which poses significant challenges for EFL and ESL learners, underpins this research into effective strategies for both reading comprehension and answering English reading texts. This qualitative phenomenological research aimed to explore the strategies that students use during reading activities and while taking reading comprehension tests. The study involved four fourth-semester students, differentiated by gender and achievement levels: a high-achieving female, a low-achieving female, a high-achieving male, and a low-achieving male. The research identified that students employed a variety of strategies, with 11 metacognitive strategies being used out of a possible 23, including determining word meaning, making connections, inferring, and summarizing. Additionally, four out of the five FIVES reading strategies were utilized: inference, vocabulary, summarization, and experience. High-achieving students employed more strategies, leading to better comprehension and higher test scores. For test-taking, strategies such as careful time management, revisiting difficult questions, and employing process-of-elimination techniques were noted. The effectiveness of both reading and test-taking strategies, along with factors like topic familiarity and the ability to make inferences, were crucial in determining reading success. These findings underscore the importance of targeted interventions that focus on teaching effective strategies, enhancing topic familiarity, and supporting students in developing robust test-taking strategies, particularly for low-achieving students.

PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER PESERTA DIDIK MELALUI KULIAH KERJA LAPANGAN (KKL) TAMAN NASIONAL BALURAN BANYUWANGI

Character must be formed through various activities. KKL is one of the activities carried out through learning outside the classroom. The purpose of this study was to determine the character building of students through field work activities (KKL) in the Baluran Banyuwangi national park area. The research method is descriptive qualitative. The research subjects were fourth semester students of Zainul Hasan Islamic University Genggong. The results showed that students have good character. The results of student data have a high percentage level of character building indicators of 85%. The percentage is based on the activities of students during the MPA activities. The highest indicators are mutual cooperation and self-confidence. Learners successfully apply character building very well.

The effect of the effectiveness of red ginger and L14 acupressure on (Primary Dysmenorrhoea) in fourth semester students of D III Midwifery Study Program STIKES Maranatha Kupang

<h2><em>Background</em><em>: </em><em>Menstrual pain is commonly felt by women on the first day of menstruation. Based on the results of an initial survey conducted at STIKes Maranatha Kupang D-III Midwifery Study Program 1 (10%) people who experience mild dysmenorrhoea, 7 (70%) people experience moderate dysmenorrhoea, 2 (20%) people who experience severe dysmenorrhoea, 2 (20%) people who experience very severe dysmenorrhoea every month.</em><em> </em></h2><p><strong><em>Objectives : </em></strong><em>The purpose of this study was to determine the difference in effectiveness between red ginger and L14 acupressure on menstrual pain (primary dysmenorrhoea) in students at STIKes Maranatha Kupang D III Midwifery Study Program.</em></p><p><strong><em>Methods: </em></strong><em>The design used in this study was comparative analytics with an observational approach. The study population was all adolescent girls who had primary dysmenorrhoea and were not taking painkillers.</em><em> </em><em>A sample of 32 respondents was taken by accidental sampling. The instrument used is the NRS Bourbanis pain scale assessment sheet. This research was conducted at STIKes Maranatha Kupang Midwifery Study Program D-III. </em></p><p><strong><em>Results </em></strong><em>: The pretest results of the red ginger group showed that most respondents (56%) 9 respondents experienced mild. pain, while the post test results showed almost all respondents (81%) 13 respondents experienced mild pain.</em><em> </em><em>The pretest results of the L14 Acupressure group showed that most respondents (75%) 12 respondents experienced moderate pain, while the post test results showed almost all respondents (81%) 13 respondents experienced mild pain. With the statistical test Mann-Whitney Test the results show P_value = 0.030 < (α) 0.05.</em></p><p><strong><em>Conclusions: </em></strong><em>T</em><em>hat there is a significant difference in effectiveness between after consumption of red ginger and L14 on the intensity of menstrual pain in adolescent girls at STIKes Maranatha Kupang Study Program D-III Midwifery. It is hoped that the results of this study can be used as an alternative option to overcome / reduce the intensity of menstrual pain (primary dysmenorrhoea) in adolescent girls without having to use chemical drugs.</em></p>

‘HEY BLOG’ CAN PERSONAL WEBSITE ASSIST L2 STUDENTS’ WILLINGNESS TO DO PEER FEEDBACK?

Technology's rapid growth has significantly impacted how lecturers incorporate technology into classroom activities, especially when providing feedback. The students will receive feedback during the revision session. There are many techniques for giving feedback on students' writing. For instance, peer and self-feedback are two techniques for checking students' mistakes. Therefore, this research portrays technology as a medium for implementing peer and self-feedback in students' writing. This research aims to describe the integration of media in giving feedback. The media are blogs and Google Docs. This research also gathered students' perceptions of the use of online media. In this research, the researcher implemented qualitative research. This research was conducted by the fourth-semester students of the essay writing class, English Education Study Program, Uin Raden Intan Lampung. The researcher used documentation, an internet survey, and an observation sheet to gather data. The data from the research is analyzed interactively. The findings highlight the significant benefits of utilizing blogs and Google Docs for reflective writing practices. The implication of this research underscores the importance of integrating online media for peer and self-feedback to enhance students' writing skills effectively. This research contributes valuable insight into leveraging technology for academic improvement and fostering a conducive learning environment.

Student compliance in paying zakat: Do zakat literacy and awareness matter?

Purpose – This study analyzes how zakat literacy and awareness affect compliance with zakat payments among Islamic students. Zakat literacy involves understanding zakat’s concept, types, calculation, and distribution, while awareness includes recognizing zakat’s importance as a religious and socioeconomic duty.Methodology – This study employed a quantitative approach using primary data collected from second- and fourth-semester students at Muhammadiyah University of Makassar through purposive sampling and questionnaires distributed to 116 individuals via WhatsApp groups. Data analysis was conducted using multiple linear regression with SPSS Version 26, chosen for its comprehensive statistical tools and user-friendly interface. Findings – Data analysis revealed that both zakat literacy and awareness had a positive and significant effect on compliance with paying zakat. Students with higher levels of zakat literacy and deeper awareness of the benefits of zakat are more motivated and consistent in paying zakat, according to Sharia provisions.Implications – This study highlights the importance of zakat education and counseling in universities to enhance literacy and awareness, which can ultimately increase compliance with paying zakat. This increase in compliance supports the achievement of Zakat’s social and economic goals in reducing poverty and social inequality.Originality – This study makes a unique contribution by focusing on the role of zakat literacy and awareness among students, a topic that has been underexplored. These findings can inform the development of more effective zakat education programs at the university level.

Role Playing to Improve English Vocabulary Ability in Speaking Skill

In this study, initially scoring at 2.15, the objective was to enhance students’ English vocabulary for speaking through a role-playing learning strategy, using a Collaborative Classroom Action Research approach. The methodology involved stages of planning, action, observation, and reflection in distinct cycles, each comprising two meetings. Data were collected using methods like speaking skill evaluations, questionnaires on role-playing practice, and field notes. The participants were fourth-semester students of the D3 English Study Program at Madiun State Polytechnic. Notably, student scores in speaking vocabulary improved across cycles, from 2.42 in the first to 3.15 in the third, meeting the success criterion of 3.01 and demonstrating the effectiveness of the role-playing strategy in the learning process.

PENGEMBANGAN MODUL DIGITAL MENGGUNAKAN FRAMEWORK TPACK UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN LIFE SKILLS SISWA

The purpose of this study is to develop a digital module using the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework in enhancing students' life skills and assessing the effectiveness of lecturers' learning management. The respondents of this study were the fourth-semester students of the Primary School Teacher Education (PGSD) program. This study employed an R&D (Research and Development) design that follows the 4-D (Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate) model. The design adopted the theory proposed by Plomp, which outlines five steps: problem analysis, design, realization, implementation, and evaluation. The findings of this study indicated that students have a significant role in teaching and learning process. It revealed the lecturers’ self-reflection on digital technology-based teaching abilities. Additionally, it implied the development of student creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, negotiation, and decision-making skills. These are integral components of 21st-century skills that play a pivotal role in students' future careers. This study concluded that the digital module using TPACK framework could enhance students' life skills and demonstrated high practicality regarding usage and lecturers’ self-development.

Analisis Gerak Biomekanika (Kinovea Software) Untukmengembangkan Kemampuan Akurasi Shooting Sepakbola Pada Mahasiswa Fakultas Ilmu Ke Olahragawaan Universitas Negeri Makassar

Research assesses movement, shooting accuracy and knee angle in football. Using a biomechanics approach with Kinovea’s software, the study aims to evaluate the process of recording such movements, focusing on the advantages and disadvantages of the method. The sample consisted of 30 fourth semester students in the Physical Education, Sports, and Recreation Study Program at (UNM). This study used a survey method with an observational approach to analyze the relationship between knee angle and ball speed in the context of football shooting techniques. Visual recording of shooting motion techniques is done with a camera and analyzed using Kinovea’s software. The research sample consisted of 30 Physical Education, Health, and Recreation (PJKR) students who had the best shooting accuracy and were male at Makassar State University. Data on ball velocity and knee angle were analyzed using the SPSS program version 25. The results showed a Pearson correlation coefficient of 0.591, with a significance (2-tailed) of 0.001, indicating a positive and significant relationship between knee angle and ball speed. However, it should be noted that correlation does not imply causality. The first model has a coefficient of determination (R Square) of 0.349, indicating that about 34.9% of the variability in ball velocity can be explained by knee angle. An Adjusted R Square value of 0.326, indicating that the addition of predictor or sample variables will not provide a significant improvement in explaining ball velocity variability. Although there is a strong and significant relationship between knee angle and ball speed, other factors such as player technique and environmental factors can also influence this relationship. Therefore, more research is needed to understand the additional factors that influence this relationship as well as to establish a causal relationship between the two variables.

Profile of Entrepreneurial Interests of Science Teacher Candidates

This study aims to describing biology students’ perceptions of entrepreneurial interest. This study is an exploratory research with 55 biology education students as respondents. The research instrument used was a closed questionnaire with degraded answers according to a Likert scale that had been validated by experts and declared valid. Analysis of research data used is descriptive quantitative statistics and inferential statistics with Anova test at a significance level of 5%. The results of the study show that (1) the perceptions of biology education students regarding entrepreneurial interest are as follows: second-semester students have an average score of 3.05 with a category of Tall, fourth-semester students have an average score of 3.01 with a category of Tall, sixth-semester students have an average score of 3.23 with a category of Tall, and eighth-semester students have an average score of 3.00 with a category of Tall; (2) no significant difference in the perceptions of second, fourth, sixth, and eighth-semester students regarding entrepreneurial interest, which is proven by a significance value of 0.554, which is greater than 0.05 (>0.05).

ADAPTASI STRATEGI MANAJEMEN DALAM PEMBELAJARAN JARAK JAUH: PEMBELAJARAN PADA ERA PASCA PANDEMI

This research aims to gain deeper insights into the experiences and perceptions of 50 fourth-semester students in the Economics Education program at Universitas PGRI Argopuro Jember (UNIPAR) during the academic year 2022/2023 regarding their learning and adaptation experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and post-pandemic period. The research method employed is qualitative, utilizing a questionnaire as the primary data collection instrument. The findings of the study indicate that students faced various challenges in navigating remote learning during the pandemic and beyond. They faced technical issues and had trouble staying motivated and focused during online learning. However, as time passed after the pandemic, some students showed better adaptation to this new learning environment. Additionally, the study identifies key adaptation strategies used by students during and after the pandemic, such as improving time management and seeking assistance from lecturers and peers. These insights greatly enhance our understanding of how students manage remote learning challenges in both pandemic and post-pandemic contexts.

Edukasi Bahaya Rokok Pada Anak Usia Dini di SD Lempeh Sumbawa Besar

Smokers in Indonesia are ranked third in the world. More than 60 million Indonesians smoke. Cigarette consumption in 2008 reached 240 billion cigarettes or 658 million cigarettes per heart. This means money worth around Rp. 330 billion are "burned" by smokers in a day (TCSC-IAKMI, 2012). In Indonesia, 36.2% of boys and 4.3% of girls (i.e. 20.3% of all students) are users of smoked and/or smokeless tobacco. The initial age of smoking initiation for 43.2% was 12-13 years. Of smokers, 81.8% stated that they had tried to quit smoking in the last 12 months. Of the 88.2% of smokers who want to quit, only 24% have received help from a smoking cessation program or professional (WHO-SEARO, 2014). This community service activity was carried out on Saturday, April 18 2024 from 08.30 to 11.00 WITA. The service process is carried out using a collective counseling mechanism using education and socialization methods with lectures and joint discussions. This service also involved 10 fourth semester students. The conclusion of this community service is that by providing education to children about the harmful effects of tobacco, it can increase caregivers' knowledge and it is hoped that caregivers can prevent children from being exposed to cigarette smoke. Other service providers are advised to develop training topics and training models to increase public awareness, especially about smoking prevention.

STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCING SELF-DIRECTED LISTENING PROFICIENCY: INVESTIGATING EFL STUDENTS' AUTONOMOUS LEARNING PATHWAYS

This study delves into the efficacy of self-directed learning (SDL) strategies in improving listening comprehension skills among English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners, a critical aspect of language acquisition that has seen limited exploration in current educational research. With the advent of technological advancements and the increasing demand for autonomous learning capabilities, this research focuses on identifying the autonomous learning strategies employed by EFL students and the challenges they face in enhancing their listening skills outside the conventional classroom setting. Utilizing a qualitative research methodology, data were collected through open-ended questions via Google Forms from the fourth-semester students of the English Study Program at Cokroaminoto Palopo University, selected through purposive sampling based on their engagement and interest in self-directed listening activities. The thematic analysis of the responses provided deep insights into the nuanced experiences of students, revealing a significant reliance on a variety of listening materials, including podcasts, movies, and digital platforms, which not only facilitated linguistic development but also fostered a profound sense of learner autonomy. The results highlight the crucial role of metacognitive awareness and the strategic application of listening comprehension strategies in boosting learners’ confidence and proficiency. Additionally, the study emphasizes the need for educational frameworks that support SDL practices with targeted instructional resources and approaches to effectively address listening comprehension barriers. This research underscores the importance of integrating SDL into language education to prepare learners for the global communication challenges of the 21st century, advocating for an educational model that emphasizes learner autonomy, metacognitive strategy training, and the utilization of multimodal learning resources.

Disaster Literacy Inventory at Earth and Space Sciences (ESS) Lectures as Education in the Post-Covid-19 Pandemic

This study aimed to analyze the level of disaster literacy in students after ESS lectures during COVID-19 and post-pandemic. The research subjects were fourth-semester students. The research method uses research and development which refers to the development steps of Borg & Gall. The findings of this study are that disaster literacy is a disaster mitigation effort so that students know information about disasters so that they have an awareness of the potential for disasters and can prepare themselves to deal with disasters. Because disasters cannot be stopped, disaster literacy is expected to minimize the risks caused by training in disaster mitigation skills. ESS lectures are one of the lessons that can integrate mitigation and adaptation from a natural phenomenon in educating disaster literacy in the community in the future. The post-Covid-19 pandemic has had many impacts on the world of education, especially in preparing creative teachers by preparing various forms of learning media to online, and offline learning methods and can even be combined into both, called blended learning or hybrid learning. Keywords: disaster literacy inventory, Earth and Space Sciences (ESS), post-Covid 19

Implementation of Project-Based Learning Model to Improve Creative Thinking of Elementary School Teacher Education Students in Social Sciences Learning in Upper-Level Class Course

The Indonesian authority encourages that higher education institutions should carried out in a non-lecturing manner, in the form of a case method and team-based project. Therefore, the Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia requires all lecturers to create collaborative and participatory classes. The Social Sciences Learning in the Upper-Level Class Course used the project-based learning (PjBL) model in the form of visits to museums and making videos of the results of their visits, so it is important to investigate the implementation and results of the practice to enhance critical thinking. The subjects of this qualitative study were fourth-semester students at the UPI Serang Campus Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program. The method employed in this research was a descriptive qualitative using observation and questionnaire data collection. The data analysis used the Miles and Huberman framework, comprising data reduction, data display, verification, and conclusion. The results of the research demonstrated that the application of the PjBL model in the course by creating videos and YouTube platforms revealed that students' creativity increased because they were given the freedom to explore their creative thinking in carrying out the project. This is shown by the percentage of 27.21% was in very students completing assignments, with excellent criteria and the rest gained good criteria according to the rubric given. The implementation could be the best practice of PjBL in higher education to increase student creative thinking

WEB-BLOG IN TEACHING AND LEARNING READING COMPREHENSION AT INDONESIAN HIGHER EDUCATION (A CASE STUDY OF THE FOURTH SEMESTER STUDENTS’ OF MUHAMMADIYAH UNIVERSITY OF MAKASSAR)

This research aims at finding out the implementation of web-blog in teaching and learning Reading Comprehension at Indonesian higher education institution. The study specifically would like to discover: (1) The application of web-log in teaching Reading Comprehension in the classroom; and (2) the impact of web-blog application on the students’ Reading Comprehension skill. This research applied a qualitative descriptive method using observation checklist and interview to collect the data. Five (5) fourth semester students at the Muhammadiyah University of Makassar were selected as participants of the study using Purposive Random Sampling technique. The study found: (1) the lecturer perceived that the implementation of web-blog in teaching and learning reading comprehension skills has the potential to improve student learning outcomes, but technical problems and distractions are challenges that need to be overcome; and (2) the use of web- blog in teaching and learning Reading has a significant impact on increasing students' reading interest, motivation, and comprehension skills, making it an effective approach that offers a variety of benefits to students

Social work students’ views on competencies in human resources

The professionalism of human resources (HR) is given a lot of consideration when it comes to individual competency. This essay aims to close the gap between students’ perceived and actual competencies and what they believe they will learn and acquire while in school. Our paper aims to: a) introduce competencies generally, b) define the meaning of competencies development in higher education; and c) outline the function of competencies in human resource management. This paper aims to investigate students’ human resource competencies and their assessments of the competencies they have already acquired during their studies. Full-time fourth-semester students at the Parul University Faculty of Social Work were given the questionnaire in a way that represented all years of study. We have polled students on how they currently and in the future see professional competencies in the HR industry. Results based on the self-assessment and need for education and training of 15 HR competencies. The research study underscores the importance of acquiring and developing HR competencies during university education, with findings suggesting that students, as future HR professionals, recognize the value of continuous learning. As students progress through their studies, their confidence in the study program’s efficacy in fostering HR competencies tends to increase.