Indonesian Elementary School Research Articles

Contemporary Wayang Stories in Enhancing Cognitive and Skills of Children in Maintaining Dental and Oral Health

The prevalence of dental caries in children is still relatively high in Indonesia. One of the causes is neglect of oral and dental health maintenance. The school dental health business Program carried out to overcome this has not covered all elementary schools in Indonesia. Given the importance of maintaining children's dental and oral health, improving children's dental health promotion programs at school is necessary. Community service has been carried out at MI Al Khaeriyah, Jabungan Semarang city is a promotive program that aims to improve oral hygiene and children's knowledge in maintaining their dental health. Promotional efforts were carried out in packages consisting of fairy tales, interactive questions and answers, demonstrations, and mass brushing of teeth for 42 students in grades 1-6 elementary school. The results showed an increase in knowledge, both to 93% and followed by an increase in dental and oral hygiene criteria by 81%. Counseling in the form of fairy tales, interactive questions and answers, demonstrations, and mass tooth-brushes can motivate students to behave positively in maintaining healthy teeth every day. Promotive actions in children need to be increased and implemented on an ongoing basis to maintain positive behavior, reduce the prevalence rate of caries in the future, and support existing school dental health business programs.

Beliefs of English Language Instruction by Indonesian Elementary School Teachers: Exploring the Influence of Environment and Educational Background

One of the reasons for the success of the teaching and learning process in the classroom is the teacher's belief system. Belief guides one’s thinking, action, and understanding of events. The level of beliefs in the teaching process needs to be probed before teachers critically manifest their teaching practices and facilitate outcome changes. In Indonesia, the independent curriculum (Kurikulum Merdeka), which was regulated in 2022, directs the teaching English since elementary school. The present study aims to assess the teachers' belief system in teaching English to elementary school students as the “Kurikulum Merdeka”implementation spirit. The study involved 32 English teachers. The questionnaire assessed the teachers' beliefs about teaching English to elementary school students in 3 areas: the nature of children's English development, methods and techniques, and self-efficacy. There was also 1 open-ended question addressed to teachers to investigate their level of beliefs in teaching English among elementary school students. Data analysis is described in the form of descriptive statistics, independent t-test analysis, and content analysis. The results of this study indicate that the international school environment has a better level of belief than the national-plus school. Meanwhile, there was no difference in the level of belief in teaching among teachers with different educational backgrounds when they were in college.

Enhancing Arabic Reading Skills: A Prezi Program-Based Learning Material Development for Integrated Islamic Elementary Schools in Indonesia

This study addresses the challenge of enhancing Arabic language learning through the development of engaging learning materials using Prezi software. Combining qualitative and quantitative approaches within the Research and Development (R&D) methodology, the study progresses through stages including needs identification, expert consultations, and model development. Implemented in a fifth-grade class, the model underwent testing using a pretest-posttest Control Group design, demonstrating significant improvements in students' reading comprehension (t0=4.6, exceeding critical t-value at 99% confidence level). Recommendations highlight the importance of Arabic language schools embracing technology, with tailored training for teachers and the utilization of programs like Breasy for material development. Emphasis is placed on optimizing learning media to foster student engagement, with implementation strategies focused on enhancing teacher proficiency and promoting active student participation in elementary Arabic language instruction.

The Influence Of Communication And Organizational Climate On The Participation Of Parents In The Provision Of Education Kinderfield Elementary School In Indonesia

This research explores the impact of communication and organizational climate on parental engagement within Kinderfield Elementary School's educational provision in Indonesia. The study aims to investigate how effective communication between school stakeholders and a positive organizational environment influence parents' active participation in their children's education. By examining this relationship, we seek to provide valuable insights for enhancing collaborative efforts among all parties involved in fostering student success. Our findings will contribute to the existing body of knowledge regarding factors that promote meaningful involvement from parents in Indonesian schools.

Analisis Kesulitan Belajar Membaca pada Pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia di Kelas 5 SD 5 Karangbener

The inability to learn to read is a problem that results in a student being unable to follow the learning process properly and unable to achieve the expected learning goals. The four basic skills that students must have when studying in elementary schools in Indonesia are listening, speaking, reading and writing. The purpose of writing this paper is to determine and analyze the difficulties of learning to read students in learning Indonesian in class V SD 5 Kaarangbener. This article is the result of an analysis of literature related to the topic of discussion. The model used is a literature survey or literature review. The results of this research show that most students still do not understand when the teacher provides Indonesian language material. There are several factors that cause students to have difficulty learning Indonesian. Based on these results, it can be concluded that class V students at SD 5 Karangbener still have difficulty reading when learning Indonesian.

TPCK Investigation of Javanese Language Learning in Indonesian Elementary Schools: Application of Technology and a Pedagogical Approach

This research was conducted to explore the application of pedagogical content technology (TPCK) knowledge and the appropriate strategies used. This research aims to investigate the incorporation of technology and Javanese teaching in academic settings further. The quantitative research methodology covers Javanese educators and students in elementary schools throughout East Java. Data were collected through Google Forms and evaluated on the use of technology and educational techniques in acquiring Javanese. The research also highlights the beneficial influence of technology on Javanese language teaching. This research has identified several effective methods to incorporate technology into Javanese language education, such as the development of tailor-made applications and software to facilitate language learning, the use of digital resources such as video, audio, and images related to Javanese culture, and the implementation of collaborative lessons through online platforms. However, this study also reveals obstacles to implementing TPCK in Javanese language education, including limited technological devices, low-quality internet connections, insufficient guidance and support for teachers in TPCK development, and excess curriculum that hinders the potential of technology to improve language learning. The use of TPCK in Javanese education has contributed significantly to this research. It is essential to design more effective teaching materials for Javanese language teachers as they integrate technology into their teaching. Furthermore, the results of this research can also be used to develop better systems and policies that support the use of technology in Javanese language education in the Java region and Javanese communities outside the region.

The influence of the show and tell learning method on speaking skills in class IV students learning Indonesian Elementary School of Kebayoran Lama Selatan 12

This research aims to find out how influential the application of the show and tell learning method is on the speaking skills of class IV students at SDN Negeri Kebayoran Lama Selatan 12. The method used in this research is experimental. The research started from observations and interviews at school and then formulated a problem formulation with references from several journals, e-books and books. then continued with trials and comparing learning outcomes using conventional methods and after using the show and call method. From the results of the research, it can be seen that the number of students whose scores did not reach KKM in speaking skills using conventional learning and then using the show and tell method was 19 students, decreasing to 5 students with a percentage of 56%. Then further research was carried out using the show and tell method to obtain successful results. students 71.42% of which the value increased 15.42%.

Genealogy of Capacity Building Through English Language Learning Implementation for Elementary Schools in the Digitalization Era

The digitalization era deals with the rapid developments of technology and information, making the role of the English language very important for success in today’s globalized competition. This condition affects capacity building through English in the era of globalization, which should be prioritized by the government, especially in local content in elementary schools in Indonesia. This can be traced back to 1993 through the Decree of the Minister of Education, who authorized the schools to teach English, as one of the subjects in the field of local content, at elementary level. This is done to provide benefits to students so they can learn English with the idea of developing the skills they have in dealing with the current era. However, geography proves that English education in elementary schools needs to adapt its implementation to changes in policies and curricula set by the government.
 Keywords: Geanology, capacity building, English language

Student-Centered Learning Based on the Principles of Ki Hajar Dewantara in the Implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum: A Case Study of Elementary Schools in Indonesia

Student-centered learning through the Merdeka Curriculum is a breakthrough in education in Indonesia by integrating the values of Ki Hajar Dewantara. The challenge of implementing this integration is, of course, that it is necessary to formulate solutions for the implementation that has been taking place so far in order to ensure that education creates citizens who are independent, have integrity and are able to face future challenges. Therefore, this research aims to describe the application of the Merdeka curriculum to science and science learning based on the principles contained in the thoughts of Ki Hajar Dewantara, describing the obstacles and challenges faced during student-centered learning activities. This study is a qualitative research. The subjects of this research consist of teachers and school principals at the elementary education level. The data collection techniques used include interviews and observations. Research findings data was analyzed interactively and described to provide an overview of actual field events. The research results show that student-centered learning in science and science learning has adopted Ki Hajar Dewantara's principles. Besides that, the principal's statement is also very positive and committed to making student-centered learning a success by implementing these principles. However, its implementation cannot be separated from the various challenges faced. Therefore, it is hoped that the application of Ki Hajar Dewantara's principles in student-centered learning can have a positive impact on the development of student character and student participation in learning activities and can be used as a learning model that is still relevant to the implementation of the Kurikulum Merdeka.

Analisis Manajemen Mutu Sekolah Islam (Standar Kepegawaian dalam SOP SDIT Al-Uswah Surabaya)

Many public elementary schools in Indonesia in the 2023 PPDB will not receive any students at all. Meanwhile, SDIT Al Uswah Surabaya is different, this school is one of the Islamic schools in Surabaya which always gets quite a lot of students every year. Quality is one of the factors that makes a school attractive. One quality is the suitability of a condition to the standards used, including the suitability of the human resource standards held by SDIT Al Uswah Surabaya. This research aims to analyze the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for staffing standards at SDIT Al Uswah Surabaya along with its advantages and disadvantages. This research uses a qualitative approach. This research uses secondary data. Data were analyzed using human resource management theory according to Schermerhorn. The results of this research show that the SOP for staffing standards at SDIT Al Uswah Surabaya consists of 25 SOPs. The quality workforce search function consists of one SOP, the quality workforce development function consists of five SOPs, and workforce maintenance consists of twenty SOPs, and there are two SOP that can be grouped into two human resource management functions at once. The advantage of the SDIT Al Uswah Surabaya SOP is that it is prepared simply so that it is easy to understand and implement. The weakness of the SDIT Al Uswah Surabaya SOP is that there is inequality in making SOPs, namely that the maintenance SOP has more SOPs than the SOP for workforce search and development.

REFLEKSI PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER DI SEKOLAH DASAR

The purpose of this research was to assess the success of character education programs in Pidie's primary schools. There has been little success with integrated character education in numerous Indonesian cities. Twenty Pidie elementary schools participated in this survey-based study, which included descriptive statistics, frequency distribution, and histogram. Methods of data gathering included in-depth discussions with participants, casual observations, written records, check lists, and questionnaires. Findings indicated that integrated character education programs in primary schools had not proven successful. Data from 600 elementary school kids in Pidie's city shows that 36.33 percent of fifth graders and 30.33 percent of sixth graders are rated as Good enough students. In most elementary schools in Indonesia, the role of guidance and counseling teachers is not very visible or even nonexistent, while the presence and role of classroom teachers who are specifically entrusted with the role of the transmitter of character education or heart education are sometimes overwhelmed. This report suggests allocating time for classical tutoring.

Analysis of the Implementation of the Independent Curriculum in Elementary Schools in Indonesia

This research is a systematic literature review on implementing the Independent Curriculum in Elementary Schools in Indonesia. The method used in this study is qualitative, with data collection techniques using the library research method. The results of this systematic literature review research: The implementation of the Independent Curriculum was introduced to provide flexibility to schools in designing curricula that align with local needs and student development. In its implementation, the Pancasila student profile strengthening project is a co-curricular activity and does not need to be mapped to achieve Learning Outcomes. Then, the principles of the Pancasila student profile strengthening project are holistic, contextual, student-centered, and exploratory.

Analisis Pembelajaran IPS di Kelas Tinggi Menggunakan Model Problem Based Learning pada Materi Keberagaman di Indonesia

The aim of this study is to provide specifics regarding the application of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model in upper-level Social Sciences courses, particularly when it comes to content related to diversity in Indonesia. A qualitative research method through literature review is the research strategy that is being applied. This study focuses only on giving a broad picture of how the Problem Based Learning paradigm is being used in Indonesian elementary schools to teach students about diversity. The results of this study show that a large body of prior research has demonstrated the efficacy of the Problem Based Learning paradigm in the context of social studies instruction at the elementary school level, particularly when it comes to teaching materials on diversity in Indonesia.

Pengembangan Web Interaktif "Hai Si IPA" Untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Sains Di Sekolah Dasar

The key to students facing challenges in the 21st century is insight and skills in science literacy. In Indonesian elementary schools, it is noted that students' science literacy is still not maximally utilizing digital technology to learn science and science learning outcomes are still low. Based on the results of observations and interviews in elementary schools, it was found that blog teaching materials had never been used on ecosystem material, so the researcher's goal was to develop a blog teaching material "Hi Si IPA to improve the science literacy of grade V elementary school students. This research uses the ADDIE model (Analysis- Design- Development -Implement -Evaluate). Quantitative data analysis in the form of numbers from the results of expert validation of teaching materials, questionnaires of attractiveness, practicality, effectiveness, namely pretests and posttests. While qualitative data analysis is in the form of criticism and suggestions by teaching material experts, teachers, and students. The results of teaching material expert validation are 81% with very valid criteria. The trial of the "Hi Si IPA" blog in a small group of 5 students with a questionnaire of students' initial knowledge and a pretest questionnaire the results were low, while the results of the student interest questionnaire were 89% with very interesting criteria. The field trial was 25 students in class V, the results of the student and teacher practicality questionnaire were 88.5%. Analysis of the increase in science literacy using the normality gain test from the pretest and posttest results of students was found to increase 84% with high criteria. So that the blog "Hi Si IPA" is feasible to use, attracts students' interest, is practical for learning, and can improve science literacy.

The Effect of Fruit Audio Aroma Media on Elementary Students’ Storytelling Ability

This study aimed to examine the impact of Fruit Audio Aroma media on the narrative proficiency of third-grade students in an Indonesian Elementary School. The participants of this study were third-grade students from Karangasem 2 Public Elementary School. The study employed cluster random sampling as a method for selecting the sample. This study employed a one-shot case design to investigate the effects of administering the Fruit Audio Aroma therapy through media. The research employed a performance test as the data collection technique. The data analysis technique employed was non-parametric hypothesis testing, namely the Wilcoxon test. The data analysis technique was carried out by testing the non-parametric hypothesis, namely the Wilcoxon test. The results of the hypothesis test showed that the sig. (2-tailed) 0.05 means that H0 was rejected. This showed that the Fruit Audio Aroma media influenced the ability of the third-graders of elementary school students to tell stories.

A Semiotics Analysis of the Interior Design of an Indonesian Elementary and Junior High School Classroom

A Semiotics Analysis of the Interior Design of an Indonesian Elementary and Junior High School Classroom

ANALISIS PENERAPAN METODE SILABA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KETERAMPILAN MEMBACA PERMULAAN SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR

This research was motivated by the low initial reading ability of Indonesian elementary school students. This is because teachers still use conventional learning methods where learning is only centered on the teacher while students are not involved much or are not active in learning. In this condition, the syllabic method (silaba) becomes an alternative solution method, because the syllabic method involves interaction between students and teachers, so that there is no longer any learning that only dominates the teacher or only dominates smart students. This research also aims to review how the syllable method (sylaba) affects the beginning reading abilities of lower grade elementary school students. The method used for the review is systematic or Systematic Literature Review (SLR) by analyzing research results that have been published nationally relating to the syllable method (sylaba) on the initial reading ability of lower grade elementary school students for Indonesian language lessons, sample analysis are 15 journals that have been published in the last 10 years. The journal discusses the syllable method, based on the findings of the analysis of the syllable method (sylaba) which has a positive influence. From each article or journal that has been analyzed, there are differences, but overall this research shows the conclusion that the syllable method for beginning Indonesian reading skills in lower grade elementary school students has a significant influence on elementary school students' reading abilities.

Disaster Preparedness and Safety School as a Conceptual Framework of Comprehensive School Safety

Accidents and disasters can potentially affect most elementary school students. Accordingly, comprehensive school safety is important to ensure children’s safety. This study aimed to identify the key indicators of the minimum standards for Disaster Preparedness and Safety School programs as a conceptual framework of comprehensive school safety in Indonesian elementary schools. This exploratory study was conducted with nine key informants using a qualitative descriptive approach. The data from semi-structured interviews with experts in disaster risk reduction were analyzed using content analysis. This study identified 23 key indicators, namely: commitment, policy and regulation, planning, budgeting, risk assessment, teamwork, coordination, standard operating procedure, technical guideline, monitoring and evaluation, resource mobilization, infrastructures, information system, assembly points, safe zones, sister schools, curriculum integration, integration to learning activities, simulation training programs, trained teachers, dissemination of information, student cadres, and safety competition. There were nine indicators identified as school disaster management pillars, five indicators for safe school facilities, and nine indicators for risk reduction education.

PENGARUH MODEL ROLE PLAYING TERHADAP KETERAMPILAN MEMBACA BAHASA INDONESIA (PENELITIAN QUASI EXPERIMENT DI KELAS III SDN 020 LENGKONG BESAR KOTA BANDUNG)

The study aims to determine whether there is an influence on the use of Role Playing models in reading skills Indonesian elementary school and differences in students' reading skills before and after the Role Playing model is given. The subjects of this study were class III-A students as an experimental class and class III-B as a control class at SDN 020 Lengkong Besar Bandung. Types of quasi-experimental research with data collection techniques are pretes, posttes and non-test techniques. The results showed: (i) There is an influence on the reading skills of students, which can be seen based on the average data of posttes results which show higher scores than the average pretes scores, with an average posttes score of 83.33 while the average pretes score is 57.08. The results showed: (i) There is an influence on the reading skills of students, which can be seen based on the average data of posttes results which show higher scores than the average pretes scores, with an average posttes score of 83.33 while the average pretes score is 57.08. As the end of the study, the advice that can be given to school principals is expected to make these results as material for learning evaluation. Teachers are expected to be able to choose and develop appropriate and varied learning models and methods. For students, it is expected to be more active in learning. For further researchers, it is expected to be able to conduct further research by developing other aspects in it that affect the reading skills of students.

Impact of Adaptive Educational Game Applications on Improving Student Learning: Efforts to Introduce Nusantara Culture in Indonesia

This study aimed to introduce Nusantara culture based on educational games by adjusting students' learning styles. Culture as an ancestral heritage tradition needs to be preserved by introducing it to the younger gen-eration from an early age. However, the survey results found that less than 26% of student respondents un-derstood Nusantara culture well. Compared to previous research, the model of cultural introduction through adaptive educational games is more fun because it is adapted to the way students learn. This research was carried out using the Design-Based Research (DBR) method through 4 stages of the procedure. The feasibil-ity test and application effectiveness test were carried out on a group of students from several elementary schools in Indonesia, who were taken using a cluster random sampling technique. The results of media design and content validation obtained an average value of 0.76 and 0.82, which means that the media is declared valid. The feasibility test used the System Usability Scale (SUS) with an average value of 80% in the acceptable category. The results of the research obtained a description of the comparison of the final scores of the control class and the experimental class, which was 55 compared to 75. This study concluded that learning media for introducing Indonesian culture based on adaptive educational games had a positive impact by effectively increasing learning outcomes on students' understanding of Indonesian culture. Further development of this game application can be expanded in the application of animation in more depth.