High School Medan Research Articles

Validation Analysis of HOTS-Based Multiple-Choice Questions in Islamic Religious Education at Al-Azhar High School Medan

This study aims to determine the quality of multiple-choice questions based on Higher Order Thinking Skill's (HOTS) in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) Subjects for Class XI of Al-Azhar Medan High School in the 2022-2023 Academic Year. Content analysis is the technique used in this research. In this study, data analysis was conducted qualitatively. This means analyzing data from exam question documents on the subject of Islamic Religious Education, dividing the questions into categories C1 to C6, and then presenting the results of the data analysis in the form of percentages for each question category. The subject of this research is multiple-choice questions that have been made by the teacher of Islamic Religious Education class XI at SMA Al-Azhar Medan in the 2022–2023 academic year, totaling 35 questions. The data collection techniques used in this study are observation and analysis of data contained in question documents and answer keys. The results obtained from the analysis of the quality of items according to Bloom's taxonomy in the cognitive domain indicate that of the 35 multiple-choice questions found, 51.43% are in the HOTS categ multiple choice questions ory and 48.57% are included in the LOTS item category. Analysis of the quality of items in the aspect of difficulty level shows 32 questions (91.43%) in the medium category, 3 questions (8.57%) in the easy category, and 0 questions (0%) in the difficult category. Analysis of the quality of the items in the aspect of the differential power of the questions shows 31 questions amounting to (88.57%) good category, 3 questions (8.57%) very good category, and 1 question amounting to (2.86%) sufficient category.

The Use of Internet-Based Digital PAI Learning Resources, Websites and Social Media at Al Azhar Excellent High School Medan

This study aims to explore the use of digital-based Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning resources involving the internet, websites, and social media at SMA Unggulan Al-Azhar Medan. This study also aims to evaluate the effectiveness of digital learning resources and analyze the advantages and disadvantages that may arise in the use of digital PAI learning resources. The methodology applied in this research is a qualitative approach with a focus on SMA Unggulan Al-Azhar Medan as the research locus. The data collection process was conducted through observation, interview, literature study, and documentation techniques. The results showed that SMA Unggulan Al-Azhar Medan adopted digital learning resources, including the internet, websites, and social media in teaching PAI. The use of these digital PAI learning resources contributes positively, where around 80% of learners feel significant assistance in the learning process. The accessibility of digital resources makes it easier for teachers and learners to develop their thinking creativity in accordance with the demands of the times. However, this study also identified some challenges and weaknesses that need to be considered in the implementation of digital PAI learning resources in this educational context.

Implementation of Islamic Religious Education Learning in Shaping Students' Muslim Personality at Indah Integrated Islamic Private Junior High School Medan

This research will describe how implementing Islamic religious education shapes the Muslim personalities of students at the Indah Integrated Islamic Private Junior High School in Medan. The method used in this research is qualitative. The subjects determined in this study are Islamic religious education teachers. Then, the author uses interviews, observation, and documentation in the data collection. While the technical analysis that the author uses involves data reduction techniques, data presentation, and conclusion drawing, the results showed that implementing Islamic religious education has a positive effect on forming students' personalities. Students become better in terms of attitude, behaviour, and morals. First, the Islamic religious education curriculum at Indah Integrated Islamic Private Junior High School focuses on developing a comprehensive understanding of Islamic values and teachings. Secondly, the school uses an integrated approach to religious education, integrating religious and academic learning. Thirdly, this integrated approach successfully instils moral and ethical values alongside academic knowledge. Fourthly, the school's efforts in promoting Islamic education are visible in students' behaviour and learning.

Pelatihan 3D Modelling Menggunakan Blender Pada SMA Methodist-8 Medan

Training in the field of 3D Modeling using Blender has been completed for students at Methodist-8 Medan High School (SMA). The aim of this training is to provide basic understanding and skills in creating and designing animated 3D objects that can be expressed in real visual form, both in terms of shape, texture and size of the object using the Blender design tool. This training method includes several practical stages focusing on the introduction of Blender 3D, basic concepts of 3D animation, design, 3D measurements, framework and modeling, texturing and visualization. The students were given a step-by-step 3D Modeling learning guide and were guided directly on how to create and design animated 3D objects until completion by forming group teams to hone their skills in improving their creativity and understanding of the art of design that is responsive and has aesthetic value. The results of this training showed a 90% increase in students' understanding in learning the basic concepts of 3D animation with practical design tools using Blender. They were able to produce simple 3D modeling designs with good animated 3D objects, appropriate textures so that the resulting objects looked real, then implemented the results of their designs in the form of animating character visualizations and 100% response from the students requested that this training be continued in the activity session next period of community service.

Improving Students’ Mastery of Simple Past Tense By using Real – Life Context Learning Model at Harapan Mandiri Senior High School Medan

Community service is a form of contribution carried out by individuals or groups to enhance well-being and provide positive benefits to the community at large. This activity is undertaken with the aim of assisting, empowering, and offering solutions to various problems or needs faced by the community. This program was inspired from the writers’ desire to improve the students’ understanding and mastery on Simple Past Tense at Senior High School of Harapan Mandiri School Medan in the third grade XII IPA IV in which the students consisting of 36 students. This program was conducted during one week on August 2023. This activity implements real-life context learning model in improving the students’ understanding and mastery on simple past tenses. This program runs successfully and as it was expected. The students undergo the progress after the program conducted, for instance, the students are able to write the composition using simple past tense with theme such as last holiday or past experiences, they also are able to use the simple past tense to be, modals and verbs in speaking. The Real-Life Context learning model has had a significant impact on education like conducted in Senior High School of Harapan Mandiri Medan, as it has contributed to increased student engagement, motivation, and preparedness for getting learning success especially English. 
 Key words: Simple Past Tense; Real-Life Context Learning Model

Gambaran Pola Makan Remaja dan Status Gizi di SMA Swasta Katolik Budi Murni 2 Medan Tahun 2023

Background: Nutritional status is a condition caused by a balance between the intake of nutrients from food with the needs of nutrients needed for the body's metabolism. Nutritional status in adolescents often experience food intake, causing nutritional imbalances in the body. Adolescents who are malnourished will cause the body's immune system to become weak so that it is susceptible to disease, especially the risk of infectious diseases and non-communicable diseases. Imbalance of food consumed with the needs in adolescents can cause nutritional problems, both undernourished and overnourished. Based on an initial survey of adolescents at Budi Murni 2 Catholic Private High School Medan, it was found that the nutritional status was less than 20%. Objective: This study aims to determine the picture of adolescent diet with nutritional status at Budi Murni 2 Catholic Private High School Medan in 2023. Methods: This study was descriptive with a cross-sectional design. The population is 425 people, with a sample of 70 people, using simple random sampling techniques. Data collection using interview and observation techniques using questionnaires. Results: The results of the study found that the diet of adolescents staple foods with sufficient categories was 62.9%, animal side dishes in the sufficient category by 67.1%, sufficient vegetable side dishes by 68.6%, sufficient vegetables by 51.4%, sufficient fruits by 51.4%, more snacks by 50.0% and sufficient drinks by 62.9% while the nutritional status of the normal category was 58.6%. Conclusion: It is expected that adolescents can regulate a good and regular diet by eating three times a day and consuming staple foods, side dishes, vegetables, fruits and water in a balanced manner.

First Aid For Accidents Knowledge Level Of Students at Budi Murni 2 Catholic Private High School Medan 2023

First Aid in Accidents is a program designed to provide emergency care and treatment to accident victims before they are taken to a hospital, health facility, or clinic where they can receive further medical care from a doctor or paramedic. If an accident or injury is not handled properly, it can develop into an emergency, resulting in serious injury and even death. First aid training and knowledge is very important for dealing with accidents because it teaches basic methods for saving victims from accidents and disasters that occur. This is so that with adequate preparation, such as basic life support training, reaction actions will be faster and more accurate, minimizing the number of victims and damage. The study's goal is to ascertain how "an overview of The degree of student understanding of first aid for emergencies at Budi Murni 2 Catholic Private High School Medan 2023 Purposive sampling was used in this study's descriptive design, with a total of 60 respondents. A questionnaire sheet is the tool that is being used, random sampling. The findings indicate that 96.7% of pupils have first aid knowledge for accidents, knowledge based on fainting was 80%, knowledge based on bleeding are 88.3%, based on broken bones 85%, and knowledge based on splint dressing is 58.3%. It is anticipated that students would become more knowledgeable about and capable of using first aid in accidents.

Amplifying Proficiency: Unearthing the Impact of Extensive Listening on Student Listening Skills

In conventional language education, listening often receives less attention compared to the teaching of grammar and other language skills. Nevertheless, it is crucial to acknowledge that knowledge acquisition and assimilation primarily occur through listening. This study explores the enhancement of students' listening competency through extensive listening practices, utilizing the participatory action research method, specifically the Collaborative Classroom Action Research approach. The research was conducted at Junior High School in Medan, Indonesia and involved 31 Grade VIII students. The study incorporated pre-test and post-test listening assessments, and observation across three cycles: pre-cycle, cycle I, and cycle II. The results clearly demonstrate the positive impact of extensive listening on students' listening skills. Overall, there was a substantial improvement, with scores increasing from 49.35% in the pre-test to an impressive 85.16% in cycle II. Notably, individual progress also showed substantial growth, rising from 6.45% in the pre-test to a remarkable 77.4% in cycle II. These findings underscore the undeniable effectiveness of extensive listening in language education. They offer valuable insights for English teachers and provide robust support for the adoption of extensive listening as a potent means to nurture and elevate students' listening skills, which are a fundamental aspect of language acquisition.

Implementation Of Islamic Education Learning (Pai) Design Based Independent Curriculum At Namira Islamic High School Medan

One of the presences of the Independent Curriculum is a form of curriculum innovation carried out by the Minister of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia to improve the quality of education. Curriculum innovation refers to using potential part of the curriculum to propose new curriculum ideas or practices in order to solve educational problem or achieve certain goals. This is the case at Namira Islamic High School Medan. Since 2022, it has implemented an independent curriculum based on the demands of being a driving School/pilot School. The research aimed to find out: (1) Independent Curriculum-based PAI Learning Planning at Namira Islamic High School Medan (2) Implementation of Independent Curriculum-based PAI Learning at Namira Islamic High School Medan (3) Evaluation of Independent Curriculum-based PAI Learning at Namira Islamic High School Medan (4) Challenges and Obstacles to Implementing PAI Learning Design at Islamira High School Medan. This research is a type of Qualitative research using observation, interview and documentation methods. Furthermore, the analysis uses a qualitative descriptive method, namely reducing the data that produces findings and then analyzing them to produce conclusive conclusions using an inductive approach. The results of this study generally show that the implementation of Merdeka Curriculum-based PAI learning design at Namira Islamic High School can be carried out well even though it is still in the Learnig by doing adjustment stage. The design begins with consensus (Annual Meeting, Training and Socialization), teaching modules, and determining learning strategies and methods that are PAIKEM GEMBROT (Active Innovative Creative Effective Learning Fun and Totality) and Multimedia. Learning implementation is facilitated by educators as facilitators. Educators are the key to creating independent learning by understanding the totality of the Independent Curriculum learning concept itself. Learning evaluation uses the concept of diagnostic, formative and summative assessments, all of which become a measuring tool for the achievement of student learning outcomes.

ENHANCING STUDENTS’ ORAL ARTICULATION IN ENGLISH BY USING GAMIFICATION: STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION

Gamification offers various types of learning English, especially oral articulation. Oral articulation or pronunciation is often a big problem in learning English, Therefore the students must be able to speak up with good articulation like a native speaker. One type of gamification is ELSA Speak Application. The study aims to know students’ articulation and students perception of learning English articulation by gamification. This application is used to train students’ oral articulation to match the articulation of native speakers. This study uses qualitative description and the data is taken through observation and interviews. The participant consisted of 20 students in the 9th grade of Junior High School in Medan. Based on the results of the interview, the students admitted that gamification can improve articulation in English. In conclusion, the students have positive experiences in learning English pronunciation or articulation by using gamification. They agree that learning with gamification makes it interesting and fun.

The Role of Islamic Religious Education Teachers in Preventing Juvenile Delinquency at Budi Agung Private High School Medan

In this globalized world, juvenile delinquency and other lawlessness are common news. In addition, many teenagers commit fights and murders. This study examines how PAI teachers at SMA Swasta Budi Agung Medan reduce juvenile delinquency as well as the supporting and inhibiting variables. Thus, PAI teachers can foster children to identify their problems and prevent juvenile delinquency in this day and age. Every educator can instill Islamic ideals from the Qur'an and Hadith in their students. Thus, this study examines the involvement of PAI teachers in preventing juvenile delinquency at SMA Swasta Budi Agung Medan to prevent environmental and national crimes. This research uses descriptive qualitative method with phenomenological approach to collect primary data through observation and in-depth interview as well as secondary data from journals, books, and articles. The results of the research regarding the prevention of juvenile delinquency with optimal Islamic religious education. Prevention of juvenile delinquency includes including adolescents in religious activities and other good activities to build character.

THE USE OF BINGO GAMES IN EFL VOCABULARY CLASS: A CASE STUDY OF INDONESIA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Vocabulary is an important basic skill for learning English, because it contains the basis for the development of all other skills such as reading, speaking, writing, and listening. This study aims to explain the reflections of English foreign language (EFL) learners after using the Bingo game and to explore their perceptions of it is benefits. This research uses qualitative method. The results obtained from questionnaires and interviews. This research was conducted at a private junior high school in Medan, Indonesia. Twenty six college students participated in this study (12 females 14 males). The data from the questionnaire was viewed, and the results showed that most of the students were happy with how the Bingo game helped them learn new vocabulary. It can be seen that, in the second meeting, some students participated more actively than at the first meeting. When they don't know the vocabulary they looked up the dictionary or asked the teacher. In the second meeting, the students showed more confidence when they talked in front of their classmates and all of the students participated actively during the lesson. Bingo games can increase students'' vocabulary achievement and motivation. The results of the study show that bingo games are beneficial in three aspects: improving their learning outcomes, a more enjoyable learning environment, and increasing student learning motivation. The effectiveness of the benefits of bingo games in learning vocabulary has a positive impact on the benefits felt by students.

Analysis of Physics Misconceptions of Students in Mechanic Materials Using the Tier Multiple Choice Diagnostic Test

Misconception is a problem in physics education that affects both teachers and students and stops them from fully accomplishing their learning goals. It is a problem that haunts both teachers and students. The four-tiered test is a useful tool for determining the misconceptions that students have based on the reading of the literature. In spite of this, there are not a lot of diagnostic tests in the form of a four-tier test, one of which is on the topic of business and energy. The aim of this study is to examine the misconceptions held by students in class XI of the Senior High School in Medan regarding mechanics-related material. The study under consideration employs a descriptive qualitative research approach. The study involved a total of 377 student volunteers who were selected from six distinct educational institutions situated within the urban area of Medan. The present study employed a diagnostic test instrument comprising of 25 items and questionnaire sheets, utilising a multiple-choice format with four tiers. According to the findings, 9.1% of the students are able to comprehend the idea, 19.2% do not comprehend the idea, 26.2% are only partially comprehending, 41.4% were able to overcome their misconceptions, and 4.1% of the students could not be coded. Consequently, the level of students' misunderstandings of physics material related to mechanics at Senior High School in Medan falls into the medium category. After the conclusion of this study, a diagnostic test was created internally, employing a four-tier structure, specifically designed for assessing mechanical materials. As a result of this technological progress, instructors are now able to more easily identify and address students' misconceptions pertaining to the subject matter. This study can provide a basis for future research by serving as an initial stage of development.

Efforts to Increase the Number of New Students at Private Universities at the LMII Indonesia Medan High School of Economics during the Covid-19 Pandemic Period Hit the World with the Implementation of Strategic Management

Efforts to Increase the Number of New Students at Private Universities at the LMII Indonesia Medan High School of Economics during the Covid-19 Pandemic Period Hit the World with the Implementation of Strategic Management

Leadership contribution and organizational commitment on the work achievement of the school principals and teachers in high schools in Medan

Leadership contribution and organizational commitment on the work achievement of the school principals and teachers in high schools in Medan

Analisis Kemampuan Guru Mata Pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) dalam Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Berbasis Information and Communication Technology (ICT) di SMA Unggul Al-Azhar Medan

Anything that may be utilized to communicate ideas or information throughout the teaching and learning process in order to pique students' interest in learning is considered learning media. The purpose of this essay is to examine how Islamic Religious Education (PAI) subject instructors at Unggul Al-Azhar High School in Medan employ ICT-based learning resources. This writing's creation makes use of analytical techniques based on quantitative research and relies on relevant reference materials to delve further into research projects. Based on this study, it was determined that the usage of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is a factor that effects students' learning accomplishment when it comes to comprehending Islamic religious education in schools in the modern day.
 Keywords: Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Teacher Ability, instructional Media

Hubungan Antara Pola Asuh Otoritatif dengan Kesejahteraan Psikologis pada Siswa/I SMA Global Prima Medan

The paper was conducted to determine whether there is a correlation between authoritative parenting and psychological well-being in Global Prima National Plus Medan high school students. The hypothesis in this study is that there is a positive correlation between authoritative parenting and psychological wellbeing. The research subject used in this study were 260 students from SMA Global PrimaNational Plus Medan and used a proportionate stratified random sampling technique. This research uses quantitative methodes; data was collected using an authoritative parenting scale of 30 items and a psychological well-being scale of 42. The assumption test and linearity rest. The data were examined using the Pearson Prodcut Moment correlation test through the SPSS version 21.0 for the Windows program. The results of data analysis found a positive correlation between authorirative parenting and psychological wll-being in Global Prima National Plus Medan high school students with a Person Product Moment correlation coefficient of 0.466 and sig. worth 0.000(p<0.05). The results showed that the authoritative parenting variable contributed to psychological well-being by 21.4%, and the remaining 78.6% was influenced by other factors not examined. The results of this study concluded that the research hypothesis stating a positive correlation between authoritative parenting and psychological well-being could be accepted.

Pengembangan E-LKPD Interaktif Materi Teks Cerita Pendek Berbasis Website Wizer.me Kelas XI SMA Tahun Pembelajaran 2022/2023

This study aims to determine the development procedures, forms, and feasibility of interactive E-LKPD short story text material based on the Wizer.me website for class XI SMA in the 2022–2023 Academic Year. The development model used in this research is the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). The e-LKPD feasibility test is based on the results of the material expert validator's assessment, the media expert validator's assessment, the Indonesian language teacher's assessment, and student responses. The results of the assessment obtained from the validation of material experts show that the E-LKPD has the status of "suitable for use without revision" with an average score of 95% and the criteria of "very good". Furthermore, the results of the validation of media design experts with the status of "suitable for use without revision" with an average score of 94.11% meet the criteria of "very good". Assessment of the Indonesian language teacher at Namira Islamic High School in Medan with the status of "suitable for use without revision" by obtaining an average score of 92.5% with the criteria of "very good". Furthermore, trials based on the results of student responses obtained an average score of 94.48% with the "very good" criterion. So from the results of the research conducted, it can be concluded that the interactive E-LKPD short story text material based on the Wizer.me website for class XI SMA is categorized as very good and feasible to use

Analisis Kompetensi Pedagogik Guru Pada Proses Pembelajaran

This article aims to find out how the teacher's pedagogical competence is in the learning process of Islamic religious education at the Muhammadiyah 09 Private Vocational High School in Medan. This type of research is qualitative research, with data sources taken through primary data sources, namely from the Principal, PAI Teachers, and Students, and secondary sources, namely obtained from documents and photographs related to Muhammadiyah Private Vocational School 09 Medan. Researchers act as participants. The data collection procedures through observation, interviews, and documentation. And using data analysis in the form of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of this study indicate that: 1) The pedagogic competence of PAI teachers in the learning process is that teachers are able to (a) make lesson plans (RPP) well, (b), teachers are able to carry out learning properly and correctly, (c) teachers are able to provide assessments on student learning processes and outcomes, and (d) teachers are able to supervise learning optimally. 2) The PAI learning process, namely (a) the ability to understand students, (b) the ability to make learning designs, (c) Develop curriculum (d) the ability to carry out educational and dialogic learning, and (e) the ability to implement evaluation of learning outcomes. 3). The obstacles of PAI teachers in the learning process are: the number of teachers and students is not directly proportional, the result is an impact on the physical and psychological, namely fatigue when teaching children in busy hours. lack of supporting facilities and infrastructure provided by schools in the success of learning, environmental influences, and the less optimal role of parents in educating children at home.

Students’ Perceptions of Using Roblox in Multimodal Literacy Practices in Teaching and Learning English

The need for digital technology involvement in education is increasingly apparent, so learning techniques are required to be prepared in various digital formats. Using digital learning materials enables teachers to implement the current concept of literacy, i.e., multimodal literacy. This study aims to find out the students' need for digital literacy and their perceptions of using the Roblox game as the learning media to improve their multimodal literacy. This descriptive study used a survey method, taking the second-year junior high school students in the 2021-2022 academic year in one of the state junior high schools in Medan, Indonesia as the respondents. The data were collected using two sets of closed-ended questionnaires. The data obtained from the first questionnaire were analyzed using a forced choice technique for yes or no answers, while the data obtained from the second questionnaire were analyzed using a 4-Point Likert Scale. The results indicate the students' need for digital literacy and their good perceptions of using Roblox as the learning media in improving their English multimodal literacy. It is concluded that teaching English at junior high school is expected to be designed in a digital format by involving games as the media, facilitating the students to improve their English multimodal literacy.