Grade Students Research Articles

Aspects of Internet Use among Adolescents in Saudi Arabia

Background: In Saudi Arabia, there is a growing concern about Internet use among adolescents, who make up a significant portion (≈ 15%) of the population. Method: We administered a survey to students (Grades 7-12, n =2321) in randomly selected middle and high schools in three cities of Saudi Arabia in the spring of 2020 prior to COVID-19. We inquired about their demographics, lifestyle factors, devices, motivation for Internet use, and their family members’ use. Results: The mean (± SD) age of starting to use the Internet was 10.45 ± 3.02. Smartphones were the most used device (86.0%), followed by computers (6.3%), tablets (5.2%), game consoles (4.5%), and smart TVs (1.9%). The primary motivations for Internet use were social media (64.9%), watching videos (19.6%), gaming (6.2%), and other (studying, communication, etc.) (9.3%). Participants mostly described their parents’ Internet use as moderate and their siblings’ use as heavy. About a third (32.2%) of participants' parents did not supervise or place restrictions on their children's Internet use, a quarter (27.8%) of the parents only supervised their Internet use, a quarter (23.3%) placed restrictions only, and 16.7% engaged in both supervision and restriction. Conclusion: Adolescents report that their own Internet use via smartphones is high, and a high proportion of family members are heavy Internet users.

An Analysis of Students’ Lack of Interest in Learning English at VII Grade Students in SMPS IT Darul Ihsan

This study analyzes the factors contributing to seventh-grade students' lack of interest in learning English at SMPS IT Balik Batang. The objective is to identify and evaluate internal and external factors affecting students' motivation and engagement. This is the kind of mixed method research. The data were collected through questionnaires and interviews with 37 students, examining aspects such as physical conditions, psychological readiness, family support, and classroom environment. The results of the internal factor indicate that 89.19% of students found English difficult to understand due to issues such as pronunciation challenges and unclear explanations from teachers. Furthermore, in the external factors, 86.48% of students reported that distractions from peers significantly impacted their ability to focus during lessons. The study concludes that addressing these factors through improved teaching methodologies and effective classroom management can enhance students' interest and performance in learning English. It emphasizes the importance of tailored educational strategies to meet the specific needs of students.

ANALYSIS OF THE FACTORS CAUSING DIFFICULTIES IN SPEAKING ENGLISH FOR GRADE 10 STUDENTS OF SMA ISLAM PAGERUNGAN BESAR

This study aims to analyze the factors causing difficulties in speaking English grade 10 students at SMA Islam Pagerungan Besar. The ability to speak English is very important where in this era, English is the language used in international communication. However, there are still many 10 grade students at SMA Islam Pagerungan Besar who have difficulties in speaking English. This study uses a qualitatve method with case study approach, data were collected through interviews, classroom observations, and analysis of related documents. The results of the study indicate that there are 2 main factors causing difficulties experienced by students, namely internal and external factors. Internal factors include lack of confidence, limited vocabulary mastery, difficulty in pronunciation, afraid of making mistakes, and lack of motivation. Meanwhile, external factors include less supportive environment, learning facilities are inadequate, less effecttive teaching methods, lack of support from teacher and friends, and lack of opportunity to practice speaking. Based on these findings, it is suggestions that teachers and school create more supportive learning environment to increase students’ self-confidence, provide more opportunities for students to practice speaking through activities outside the classroom, and use more interactive and innovative teaching methods. In addition, improving learning facilities such as providing language laboratories and digital learning resources, as well as providing books on speaking skills are needed to help students improve their English speaking skills.

Cross-sectional study of bystander roles in school bullying incidents in the United Arab Emirates

Abstract Background School bullying is a widespread public health issue with far-reaching consequences on the psychological well-being and academic performance of students. This study focuses on the perspective of bystanders to better understand their role in the dynamics of bullying in school environments in the United Arab Emirates. Methods We employed a multi-stage random sampling approach to collect data from students in grades 6 to 9 at the sample of public and private schools in Al Ain, using a validated self-report questionnaire. IBM SPSS software version 28.0 was used for the analysis using appropriate statistical tests. Results Out of 728 surveyed students, 290 (40%) were from private and 438 (60%) from public schools. A total of 425 (58%) of students were bystanders observing bullying incidents across all schools, with 65% of males versus 45% of females witnessing such events. Physical bullying was the most frequent type of bullying observed by 67% of students. The classroom was most often location, 75% in private schools and 61% in public schools. Verbal abuses such as making fun and name-calling were commonly reported. Bullying targeting physical appearance was particularly noted, with 31% of bystanders stating that bullying was due to perceptions of a student’s face being ‘funny’ and 21% due to beliefs about weight. 59% felt sad, and 29% didn’t go to school as a result of the bullying. Reporting to teachers was limited (25%). Conclusions The high prevalence of bystanders in school bullying incidents in Al Ain was observed, especially among male students. The results emphasize the critical need for comprehensive anti-bullying programs that include bystander intervention strategies to promote a supportive and inclusive educational environment. Key messages • Many of students are witnessing bullying, highlighting the need for effective intervention programs. • Empowering bystanders is crucial in preventing bullying and enhancing the safety at schools.

Penggunaan Media Video dan Games Wordwall untuk Meningkatkan Keaktifan Siswa Kelas 8 pada Materi Kitab-kitab Allah

This research departs from the lack of student activity in learning Islamic religious education. Because the lack of use of media in learning makes learning tend to be more boring and monotonous for students. To overcome these problems, it is necessary to develop interesting learning media that must be prepared according to the needs of students. The purpose of this research is to determine the development and feasibility of learning media, video media, and wordwall games on the material of believing in the books of Allah in grade VIII SMP NU Palangkaraya.This research is a research and development of Research and Development (R&D) which refers to the ADDIE development model which consists of five stages which include analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation. The subjects of this study are media expert validators and material expert validators, using field trials applied to grade VIII students of SMP NU Palangkaraya.The results of this study are that video-based learning media products and wordwall games have been produced with assessments from material experts and media experts by material validators obtaining "decent" results to be tested, while validation from media experts has obtained "decent" results to be tested. Based on the explanation, it can be concluded that video-based learning media and wordwall games are suitable for learning students in grade VIII SMP NU Palangkaraya.

The Influence of the Talking Stick Learning Model on the Motivation and Learning Outcomes of Class V Students at SD Negeri 88 Palembang

This research aims to determine whether there is an influence of using the Talking Stick learning model on the motivation and learning outcomes of class V students at SD Negeri 88 Palembang. This research is a quantitative type using a Quasi Experimental type of experimental research method with a Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The population of this study were all fifth grade students at SD Negeri 88 Palembang. The sample for this research was students in classes V.3 and V.4 with a total of 50 students. The sample selection technique used was proportional sampling. Data collection techniques in this research are questionnaires and tests. Data analysis used the Independent sample T-test. The results of this research show that the average posttest learning motivation score for the experimental class is 87.28 and the control class is 78.72, while the average posttest learning result for the experimental class is 86 and the control class is 71.20. The results of the t-test calculation of learning motivation obtained t_count= 6.591 ≥ t_tabel= 1.678 and the results of the calculation of learning outcomes obtained t_count= 4.714 ≥ t_tabel= 1.678 with a significance level = 0.05. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that there is a significant influence of the use of the Talking Stick learning model on the motivation and learning outcomes of class V students at SD Negeri 88 Palembang.

Influence of Contemporary Philosophical Teaching Approaches on Students’ Learning Performance in Selected Universities in China: Basis for an Enhanced Teaching Program

This study explores the influence of contemporary philosophical teaching approaches on students' learning performance in selected universities in China. The research specifically examines the extent to which philosophical approaches like Perennialism, Essentialism, Progressivism, Reconstructionism, and Behaviorism are manifested among educators and how these approaches impact students' engagement, attitudes, assignment quality, and grades. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the study involved a comprehensive survey of university teachers, followed by a quantitative analysis of the data. The results indicate that Progressivism and Reconstructionism are the most prevalent approaches, showing significant correlations with enhanced student engagement and improved learning outcomes. However, Behaviorism demonstrated a notable predictive ability in influencing students' performance through structured reinforcement strategies. The study highlights the importance of integrating diverse teaching methodologies to cater to varying student needs and promote holistic educational development. These findings provide a basis for proposing a more enriched and adaptable teaching program aimed at fostering a more interactive and student-centered learning environment.

ESPRIT study, analysis of the results of the pre-intervention survey in upper secondary schools

Abstract Background Sexually transmitted infections are a major public health problem, and their number is increasing in Italy. However, affective sexuality education is not yet part of the curricula. Therefore, a project entitled ESPRIT was launched, involving 3 regions (Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lazio and Sicily), the IRCSS ‘Burlo Garofolo’ and the Istituto Superiore di Sanità, and implemented with the technical and financial support of the Ministry of Health - CCM. Methods A multicenter prospective intervention study was designed involving public upper secondary school students (grade 10-11). All target groups completed a KAP (knowledge, attitude, practice) questionnaire before and after participation in the educational intervention to measure its effectiveness. The questionnaires from the first phase were collected between January and April 2024, and the results were analyzed using R statistical software. Results The analysis of the overall results (463 students in total; female 58%, male 39%, other 2%; FVG 49%, Lazio 25%, Sicily 26%) showed that the group of upper secondary school students, targeted by peer education answered the knowledge part correctly by 56.6±13.8% on average. Applying the Kruskal-Wallis test showed that the percentage was significantly higher for females than males (p-value=0.005) and for licei students compared to technical and vocational schools (p-value=0.000). In terms of to attitudes, only 17% of students talked at length about sexually transmitted infections, and in 86.6% of cases, the interlocutors were friends or peers. Conclusions The results of the first phase show differences between the sexes and between the different types of educational institutions. The current level of knowledge still leaves much room for intervention and improvement. Analyzing the results of the follow-up phase will allow us to understand the effectiveness of the peer education intervention. Key messages • Adolescents’ knowledge of sexually transmitted infections needs to be improved. • Gender and the type of school attended affect the level of knowledge.

An Overview of Knowledge and Attitude About Premenstrual Syndrome on 9th Grade Students at Junior High School Number 1 West Selemadeg

Adolescent health efforts are activities that aim to help adolscents become healthy adults. The change towards adolescence is marked by puberty, such as the occurrence of menstruation in teenage girls. Before expriencing the menstrual phase, woman will experience symptoms such as stomach ache, difficulty concentrating and sharp emotional changes called premenstrual syndrome. The aim of this research is to determine the description of knowledge and attitudes about premenstrual syndrome in class IX students at SMP Negeri 1 Selemadeg Barat. This research wa conducted from March to April 2024 at SMP Negeri 1 Selemadeg Barat. This type of research is descriptive research with design cross sectional. The number of respondents used was 64 female students. Data collection includes filling out knowledge and attitudequestionnaires. The results of the study showed that the majority of respondents ages 15 years, began to experience menarche at the age of 12, has no sisters and the majority obtains information from the surrounding environment. The assessment regarding female students’ knowledge obtained results, only a few got good marks, namely 10 female students (15,6%) and the majority of female students showed a positive attitude, namely 36 female students (56,25%). Female students are advised to learn more about premenstrual syndrome and local health center staff are advised to provide edication to female students to from an attitude of students who are ready to face the problem menarche and premenstrual syndrome.

The Effect of Using Interactive Learning Media on Science Learning Outcomes of Class IV Students at SD Negeri 136 Palembang

This research aims to determine whether there is an influence of the use of interactive learning media on the science learning outcomes of class VI students at SD Negeri 136 Palembang. This research is a quantitative type using the True Experimental type of experimental research method with a Matching Pretest – Posttest Comparison Group Design. The population of this study were all fourth grade students at SD Negeri 136 Palembang. The sample for this research was students in class IV.A and IV.B with a total of 43 students. The sample selection technique used was simple random sampling. Data collection techniques in this research are observation and tests. Data analysis used the Independent sample T-test. The results of this research show that the average posttest learning outcome score for the experimental class is 78.18 and the control class is 67.62. The results of the t-test calculation of learning outcomes obtained t_count= 2.460 ≥ t_tabel= 1.6829 with a significance level = 0.05. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that there is a significant influence of the use of interactive learning media on the science learning outcomes of class IV students at SD Negeri 136 Palembang.

STUDENTS’ MOTIVATION IN LEARNING ENGLISH SPEAKING AT THE EIGHTH GRADE OF SMP NEGERI 3 DHARMA CARAKA

This research aimed at analyzing students’ motivation at the eighth grade of SMP Negeri 3 Dharma Caraka. This research was designed by using descriptive qualitative method. In analyzing the data, the researcher used theory of Gay (2012), they were reading and memoing, describing, and classifying. In this research, the source of the data was taken from 24 students at the Eighth Grade of SMP Negeri 3 Dharma Caraka. Technique of the data collection were observation and interview. The result of the research showed that they were experienced by eighth grade students of SMP Negeri 3 Dharma Caraka by intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. The intrinsic motivations were self desire, satisfaction, challenge/competition, and good habits. The extrinsic motivations were praise, advice, teacher, parents and environment, and reward. The students who had intrinsic motivations were active in speaking activity because they derived from themselves. It reflects the internal drive to achieve personal goals, serving as primary motivator for success. Meanwhile, the students who had extrinsic motivation were active in speaking because they have expectation to get high score, and other reward from the teacher, and praise from the teacher and friends. But, most of students are motivated in extrinsic motivations, they were active in speaking activity because from the environment and other reward. It is suggested to English teacher to create a good atmosphere while teaching in the classroom especially in speaking English. Moreover, teacher need to motivate their students by designing activities that are interesting and relevant to daily life that encourage interaction and conversation.

STUDENTS’ DIFFICULTIES IN READING COMPREHENSION OF FACTUAL REPORT TEXT AT THE ELEVENT GRADE OF SMK NEGERI 2 TOMA

This research was carried out to investigate students’ difficulties in reading comprehension of factual report text at the eleventh grade students of SMK Negeri 2 Toma. The objectives of this research were to find out what difficulties are faced by class XI students at SMK Negeri 2 Toma in reading comprehension of factual report text and to explain the factors that contribute to students’ difficulties in reading comprehension of factual report texts in class at SMK Negeri 2 Toma. This research was qualitative research design and data were obtained through reading tests and interviews. Data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman's theory such as data reduction, data display and conclusion drawing and verification. The results of this research were eleventh grade students at SMK Negeri 2 Toma experience difficulties in reading comprehension. It was found that five difficulties experienced by students in reading comprehension they are finding factual information, finding the main idea, finding the meaning of vocabulary, identifying references and making inferences. Factors that contribute to students’ difficulties in reading comprehension of factual report texts include limited vocabulary knowledge, inadequate use of effective reading strategies, and problems with processing information. This research shows that students experience difficulties in reading comprehension. It is suggested that students eleventh grade of SMK Negeri 2 Toma should study more the component of reading comprehension.

Enhancing Students’ Voice from A Meaningful Presentation

The new curriculum adds presenting as one of the skills in language subjects including English. The practice aimed to find out the effectiveness of presenting skill in enhancing students’ voice to communicate. The practice applied qualitative design by using a problem-based approach. The focus groups of participants were 8th grader students in Brighton Junior High School, Depok. Problem-based approach helped students to figure out the topic that found their interest and helped them to figure out the important topics to be presented to their teacher. The topics that were found by students not only presented as a description but as a suggestion, critics and an offering to be applied at school. Therefore, a meaningful presentation is a further way for students to express their idea in a good way, so that teachers could show their care towards students’ voice. Problem-based approach could be the best way to let students explore their surroundings and build their empathy. Furthermore, the topics that they have found can be facilitated by the teacher to be presented to the school leaders as their consideration to apply it.

The use of Anagram Game to Improve Vocabulary at the Second Grade Student of SD IT ULIL ALBAB KAMAL

Speaking is the art of communicating in social situations so that people compete to learn languages ​​because this is an interesting goal for them to achieve. Communicating using English is very popular in the current era of globalization. English has many benefits for increasing your chances of making friends with other people from various countries and for getting a job abroad. Many schools from elementary school to university level have English learning materials. In this case, the research took place at SD IT Ulil Albab Kamal and focused on vocabulary, because the students' vocabulary was lacking so that they were not fluent in speaking English and did not have the courage to speak. The researcher also concluded questions that focus on the problem that occurred, namely: 1. How does the Second Grade Students of SD IT Ulil Albab Kamal improve vocabulary through anagram game? 2. How do the students respond toward the use of anagram game in the class? With this problem, researchers introduced the Anagram game and the methodology by using Descriptive Qualitative Method. Anagram game is a brain-teasing puzzle game, where players have to change one word into another word by rearranging the letters. This game is very good for improving vocabulary skills and prolonging memory for new words in English. Researchers used two instruments, namely observation and interviews. From the instruments used in collecting data in the field, producing conclusions by using the Anagram game, the Second Grade Students at SD IT Ulil Albab Kamal can understand the meaning of words when communicating by using English

Biological literacy skills of senior high school student using local potential-based biodiversity question sets

One of the efforts to improve the quality of education in Indonesia is through learning by integrating environmental culture. Environmental culture can be packaged in more meaningful learning through biological literacy. This study aims to assess the biological literacy skills of high school students using local potential-based biodiversity question sets. This study includes research with quantitative descriptive methods that aim to describe the biological literacy skills of high school tenth grade students. Biological literacy research data consists of 4 indicators, namely nominal, conceptual, multidimensional and functional. The number of participants was 60 high school students. The initial stage used expert judgment for content validation which was tested by 3 expert validators. Construct validation was carried out based on data collection with the results of 12 question sets that were declared valid. Data analysis of the percentage of students who answered correctly on biological literacy indicators were all at a high level, namely on nominal indicators of 69.37%, conceptual indicators of 70%, functional indicators of 66.87%, and multidimensional indicators of 70%. It is concluded that the local wisdom-based biodiversity question set can be used to measure students' biological literacy skills in schools.

STEM-Project based Learning in Physics Concept of Measurement to Enhance High School Students' Scientific Literacy

Students' scientific literacy in understanding physics concepts still needs to improve. This study aims to determine scientific literacy using STEM Project-based Learning (PjBL) in learning physics, especially measurement concepts. The study used the Classroom Action Research (CAR) method with the Kemmis and McTaggart model, including planning, acting, observing, and reflecting. The subjects were students in the tenth grade of SMA Negeri 8 Yogyakarta for the 2023/2024 academic year, consisting of 33 students. The data collection techniques and instruments used a written test with three questions describing scientific literacy, observation, and documentation. STEM-PjBL through project activities carried out in two learning cycles. In the first cycle, the teacher implemented a project for making posters regarding measuring instrument specifications, while in the second cycle, there was a project for making miniature measuring instruments. After the first cycle, students' scientific literacy increased to 0.48 with a moderate category. In the second cycle, it increased to 0.68. Using STEM-PjBL is thought to have just a modest improvement. These results underline the potential of STEM-PjBL as a fundamental teaching tool to improve students' scientific literacy as they show how well it fosters a strong awareness of physics ideas. Future studies could examine the effects of STEM-PjBL on more scientific ideas or within varied educational environments.

The Effect of Historical Places Through Virtual Museums on Students' Academic Achievement And Attitudes Towards The Course In Social Sciences Course Concept Teaching

This research, 7. the classroom social studies course was conducted in order to determine the effect of historical sites on students' academic achievements and attitudes towards the course through virtual museums in concept teaching. In line with the aim, 20 concepts included in the social studies curriculum were selected. A 20-question academic achievement test was prepared and applied to be applied to students in relation to these concepts. In addition, a 35-item attitude scale was applied to determine the students' attitudes towards the Social studies course. The study group of the research consists of 40 7th grade students (20 experimental, 20 control). The study was carried out over a total period of 3 weeks. The experimental group was taught concepts through virtual museums in historical places, and the control group was taught according to the Social Studies curriculum. SPSS, which is a statistical analysis program, was used for the analysis of quantitative data. In the measurements related to the research, dependent and independent variable t test, mean, standard deviation values were calculated. According to the results of the analysis, it has been determined that the use of virtual museums with historical sites in social studies course concept teaching enables more effective learning compared to traditional methods and creates significant differences in students' attitudes towards social studies course.

An Investigation into Secondary School Students' Skills in Using Symbols, Operations, Concepts and Rules in Mathematical Modeling Applications

This study aims to examine the symbols, operations, rules and generalizations used by sixth grade students in mathematical modeling processes. Using the Teaching Experiment method, data was collected through student worksheets and video recordings. Analyzes showed that students correctly used previously learned symbols such as +, =, /, discovered new symbols, and applied their own strategies during modelling. Mathematical modeling activities helped students make interdisciplinary connections and relate concepts to daily life. The students correctly used the concepts they had previously learned and discovered new concepts, but it was determined that they needed more time and practice to generalize. The study emphasizes the importance of applying mathematical modeling activities frequently and with a variety of topics.

Impact of School Gardens on Nutrition Education Among Limited-Income Communities in Alabama.

We sought to determine the impact of school gardens and nutrition education on student fruit and vegetable consumption from limited-income communities in Alabama. Third grade students at 99 Alabama schools with and without gardens on-site were randomized to receive either nutrition education or to a wait-list control group. Multi-level models were used to assess the effects of treatment and control with and without school gardens. Students attending schools with gardens demonstrated highest consumption of fruits and vegetables prior to treatment. Nutrition education alone translated into significant dietary improvements. Both gardens and education translated into greatest dietary improvements. Devising financially accessible, practical, and culturally relevant ways to improve student health through garden and nutrition education may help improve student diet. Forming comprehensive Extension, SNAP-Ed, and school collaboration to support gardens, nutrition education, and healthy school policies and systems can be a way to support and sustain healthy student learning environments. Combined gardening and nutrition education is associated with increases in fruit and vegetable consumption among majority rural, Southern students from limited-resource communities.

Analysis of Students' Difficulties in Developing English Listening Skills: A Case Study of SMA 3 Yogyakarta

This study aims to analyze the difficulties faced by 11th grade students of SMA Negeri 3 Yogyakarta in developing English listening skills. Listening skills are an important aspect of English language learning, especially in the context of globalization. However, students often face various challenges, such as limited vocabulary, grammatical understanding, poor audio quality, and environmental distractions, which hinder their abilities. This research used a case study approach with qualitative methods, involving 30 students selected by purposive sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews, then analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. The results showed that 70% of students had difficulties in vocabulary, 60% in grammar, 50% were affected by audio quality, and 65% faced anxiety while listening. Most students preferred interactive digital media, such as video and audio, which helped reduce anxiety and improve their comprehension. Technology integration in learning was identified as a potential solution to overcome such difficulties and increase students' learning motivation.