Junior High School Students Research Articles

Changes and relevant factors in depressive and anxiety symptoms among Chinese adolescents after the “Double Reduction” policy: A repeated cross-sectional survey with a nested longitudinal subsample

BackgroundThe Chinese government has enacted the “Double Reduction” Policy, which aims to reduce students' academic burden and promote their mental health, but there is limited research examining the policy's impact on students' well-being. This study aims to evaluate changes in students' mental health problems before and after the “Double Reduction” Policy and explore relevant influential factors. MethodsA total of 101,976 elementary and junior high school students were recruited before the “Double Reduction” Policy, and 91,832 students were recruited one year later. Through data integration, a total of 36,637 students participated in both web-based surveys and provided complete data on all measures. ResultsAs a whole, we found that the prevalence of students' depression (12.1 % to 9.2 %) and anxiety (8.9 % to 6.2 %) tended to decline after the “Double Reduction” Policy. Attending private school, reduced homework, more extracurricular activities, more time with parents, reduced academic stress, and sleep duration ≥8 h/n were associated with the decrease in the likelihood of mental health problems in students. Female gender, negative life events, and negative impact of COVID-19 as risk factors for mental health. ConclusionsThese findings indicated that the “Double Reduction” Policy has improved the well-being of Chinese students. Reducing students' homework burden and alleviating their academic pressure are beneficial for their mental health. Increasing time for extracurricular activities and interaction with parents, as well as ensuring sufficient sleep for students, are also effective ways to prevent the onset and exacerbation of mental health symptoms in adolescents.

The Utilization of Interactive Multimedia in Improving Vocabulary Knowledge of High School Students

In the current digital era, English education is becoming increasingly important. By integrating English language learning with digital learning media, it is hoped to create a more dynamic and student-centered learning environment. The goal is to facilitate students in achieving the set learning objectives. This research focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of interactive multimedia in improving English vocabulary comprehension in English subjects at the junior high school level. The research method employed is an experiment with a quasi-experimental design, involving pre and posttests in both control and experimental classes. The sample consists of 32 students from class VIII B (experimental group) and 32 students from class VIII C (control group) in SMPN 1 Jatisrono, selected using cluster random sampling from various classes. The experimental group receives treatment through learning activities using interactive multimedia, while the control group does not use interactive multimedia in the learning process. Data collection is conducted through attitude scale questionnaires filled out by junior high school students. The research findings indicate that the use of interactive multimedia significantly influences the improvement of students' English vocabulary comprehension. This is evidenced by the significant increase in students' English vocabulary knowledge after undergoing learning with interactive multimedia. Interactive multimedia is considered effective in influencing students' comprehension and helping them achieve learning objectives. Thus, interactive multimedia can be considered a suitable learning medium for English subjects at the junior high school level. The use of technology in such learning is crucial to keep up with the times and ensure that students have skills relevant to current global needs. This underscores the importance of integrating technology into education to create more effective and engaging learning experiences for students.

Parents’ Involvement during Science Online Learning of Junior High School Students and Their Learning Outcome

The aim of this quantitative study was to determine the relationship between parents’ involvement during science online learning of Junior High School students and their learning outcome. Researchers constructed a questionnaire about parents’ involvement. The questionnaire was distributed to 56 VII grade students at Adventist Junior High School in Airmadidi. Students’ learning outcome in Science Subject was collected from the subject teacher. This study found out that students often experienced their parents’ involvement by guiding them in online learning, with the Mean Score is 3.64. The level of students’ learning outcome in Science Subject was good, since the Mean Score is 85.75. This study also proved that there is a significant relationship between parents’ involvement during online learning and students’ learning outcome in Science Subject with p = .009. This means that the null hypothesis which stated there was no significant relationship between parents’ involvement during online learning of Junior High School students and their learning outcome is rejected

Development of Mobile Learning NARACY (Financial Literacy) as a Learning Media for Social Studies Subjects in Junior High School

The industrial revolution 4.0 is characterized by technological disruption that affects the education system. One of the implementations of technology orientation in the learning process facilitated by teachers is through learning resources. Therefore, this study aims to produce a mobile learning product, NARACY, as a learning media to support financial literacy material activities for grade IX junior high school students. This research uses the Research & Development (R&D) method with the ADDIE model. This research and development showed a total percentage of material validators of 91.6% and media validators of 95%. At the same time, the trial results on grade IX students obtained an average percentage score of 93%. Based on these results, the NARACY application is very feasible to use as a medium for learning social studies in grade IX junior high school. This research and development is expected to be an innovative learning support media that can be used by teachers and students and is expected to facilitate diverse student learning styles. Suggestions for further research include testing the product's effectiveness by conducting experimental activities in the classroom and providing various themed features on the product. They can be disseminated through the Google PlayStore platform.

Analysis of Language Style in Food and Beverage Advertising Slogans and Their Recommendations as Teaching Materials For Advertising Texts in SMP

The purpose of this study is to characterize the linguistic styles used in online slogans for food and beverage products. The numerous food and beverage product ads that use catchy slogans to attract large audiences served as the inspiration for this study. In order to assess the data and provide descriptive conclusions, this study employs a qualitative descriptive method. The study's findings indicate that the slogans of online ads for food and drink products contain many linguistic styles, such as personification, metaphor, hyperbole, and repetition. By presenting the language styles that have been discovered into teaching materials, the study's findings can be used to create advertising text learning handouts for junior high school students in grades VIII. This will help students understand the language styles used in advertising slogans.

An Analysis Of Students Difficulties In Reading Comprehension At MTs Hidayatul Ulum Karang Anyar

Reading is taught to the eight grades students of junior high school. The aim of the research was to find out what is the most difficult aspect in reading comprehension faced by the eight grade students at MTs Hidayatul Ulum Karang Anyar. The design of this research is a descriptive research design. The population of the research was the ninth grade of MTs Hidayatul Ulum Karang Anyar from 1 classe, with the population were 13 students and the sample was from each class. So, the sample of the research was 13 students. The sample was selected by using simple random sampling technique. To get the data, the researcher gave questionnaire, interview and then analyzed the data by using descriptive statistic calculated by Ms. Excel program. After analyzing the data, the result showed that the most difficult aspect in reading comprehension was the fisth indicator. It is 'Students get difficulties in determine main idea' with percentage 78%.

Literary Skills and Performance in Selected Afro-Asian Literature of Junior High School Students in Malilipot National High School

Literary Skills and Performance in Selected Afro-Asian Literature of Junior High School Students in Malilipot National High School

Training to Improve English Vocabulary Through Audio-Visual Media for Junior High School Students at Kuala Lumpur International School

When it is done appropriately, the transition from traditional classroom instruction to technology-based instruction in English language instruction has a lot of potential advantages. A few crucial aspects of its implementation to consider include selecting appropriate technology and emphasizing vocabulary expansion. There is a great chance that training targeted at increasing students' vocabulary following the use of audio-visuals in English language learning will boost their motivation even more. Participants from Silo Baru Village's coastal primary schools will have the chance to learn more about this technology in particular. It is hoped that by using audio-visual media to enhance vocabulary acquisition, students will become more intrinsically motivated as a result of this training activity. It is thought that since kids are really interested in studying, they would be able to concentrate more on improving their mastery of vocabulary in English. It is important to monitor and evaluate the impact of this training, both in terms of increasing vocabulary and in students' learning motivation. The data and feedback obtained from this activity will be key to assessing the effectiveness of audio-visual technology in improving the English language skills of coastal elementary schools in the new silo village of Asahan Regency.

The Reasonality of Social Cognitive Theory in Subject Remediation for Junior High School Students in the Era of "Double Reduction": Findings and Discussions Based on the Survey of Junior High School Students' Tutoring in Lucheng

The Reasonality of Social Cognitive Theory in Subject Remediation for Junior High School Students in the Era of "Double Reduction": Findings and Discussions Based on the Survey of Junior High School Students' Tutoring in Lucheng

A Study on Factors Influencing Digital Reading Behavior of Junior High School Students

Abstract The present study aimed to explore the impact pathway of digital reading willingness and behavior among junior high school students in Guangxi’s developed urban areas, so as to improve the digital reading quality of teenagers. This study took students from key junior high schools in Nanning, Guilin, and Liuzhou as the research subjects. The UTAUT model retained three factors, performance expectation, effort expectation, and social impact, while introducing two variables, perceived risk and immersive experience, to jointly develop a factor model for the digital reading behavior of junior high school students in Guangxi. After conducting a questionnaire survey using an “online + offline” method, 497 valid questionnaires were obtained. SPSS 23 was used to perform reliability and validity analysis and descriptive statistical analysis, while AMOS 26.0 was used to conduct discriminant validity analysis, model adaptation analysis, hypothesis testing, and path analysis. The research conclusion was that performance expectations, effort expectations, social impact, and immersive experience all had a positive and significant impact on the digital reading willingness of junior high school students; performance expectations, effort expectations, social impact, and immersive experience positively influenced their digital reading behavior through their digital reading willingness, while perceived risk was found to have no significant impact on digital reading willingness and corresponding behavior. This article used a composite research method to study a sample of student groups in specific regions. It was an early introduction of immersive experience and perceived risk indicators in the study of digital reading behavior, specifically exploring the digital reading patterns of junior high school students who had received less attention in previous studies but were in a critical period of growth.

Development of an E-Module Based on a Realistic Mathematics Education Approach to Improve the Literacy Skills of Junior High School Students

Development of an E-Module Based on a Realistic Mathematics Education Approach to Improve the Literacy Skills of Junior High School Students

Student’s Challenge Speaking Skill Toward Merdeka Curriculum By Using Project Based Learning In Juniour High Skill

This study explores the challenges and opportunities associated with developing speaking skills among junior high school students within the framework of the Merdeka Curriculum through Project-Based Learning (PBL). The purpose of this research is to know the character building of student’s speaking skill and to find out the student ability who are able in speaking. This study employs a descriptive qualitative research to explore the challenges faced by junior high school students in developing their English-speaking skills through Project-Based Learning (PBL) under the Merdeka Curriculum. The observation is doing in the second grade of Juniour High School. The data collection was carried out by observation and using video to test the speaking ability. The findings reveal that while students showed notable improvement in their speaking skills when engaged in PBL, several challenges hindered its full effectiveness. These challenges include students' initial reluctance to participate in speaking activities due to anxiety and a lack of confidence, particularly among those with lower English proficiency. Additionally, time constraints within the school curriculum made it difficult for teachers to balance content coverage with providing adequate speaking practice.

The Role of Peer Relationship in the Resilience of Junior High School Students

The Role of Peer Relationship in the Resilience of Junior High School Students

Junior High School Need For Students’ Workbook Based on Local Wisdom in Merdeka Curriculum

This study aims to explore the need for students' workbooks based on local wisdom in the Merdeka Curriculum for junior high school students, particularly at SMPN 3 Air Besar. The study is motivated by the importance of local wisdom in shaping students' character and identity, as well as the need for appropriate teaching materials that can support the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum. This study employed a survey research design to elicit information. To identify the students' needs, data was collected through questionnaires, interviews, and direct observations. The interviews were conducted with students, English teachers, and villagers to gather in-depth information about the students' needs in the materials design. The study proposes various positions for EFL teachers to perform, including visionaries, cultural mediators on a local level, intercultural educators, and role model practitioners. It offers strategies for EFL teachers to include local cultural elements into their classroom instruction, such as establishing a local culturally responsive pedagogy, cultural sensitivity and awareness, and leveraging technology and information to support teaching. Incorporating local culture into EFL teaching can benefit students by raising cultural awareness, developing cultural literacy, building intercultural competence, enhancing language learning experiences, and acquiring skills in eliciting meaning. By using a workbook that takes into account the specific requirements of the students, teachers can better address their learning needs and create a more effective and engaging learning environment. It is recommended that English language teachers utilize the workbook that is based on local wisdom, as it aligns with the Indonesian National Educational System and the current Merdeka Curriculum, which emphasizes the relation between teaching English and the learners' closest environment for meaningful language use. Overall, the study focuses on exploring the need for a supplementary workbook that integrates local wisdom and culture into English language teaching, aiming to enhance students' language proficiency and cross-cultural communication skills.

The Impact of Extracurricular Tutoring on the English Achievement of Junior High School Students

The Impact of Extracurricular Tutoring on the English Achievement of Junior High School Students

An Evaluation of the Influence of Video Games on Sports Performance of Junior High School Students

An Evaluation of the Influence of Video Games on Sports Performance of Junior High School Students

Hubungan Daya Tahan Kekuatan Otot Tungkai dengan Laju Lari 100 M pada siswa Kelas VII-3 SMP Negeri 1 Bonepantai

In an effort to improve running ability, muscle strength endurance is very important. The aim of this research is to explain the relationship between the strength endurance of body movements, especially the leg or leg muscles, and the extent to which the ability to withstand the strength of the leg or leg muscles affects 100 meter running speed. junior high school students in grades VII�3. In this research, the correlation method is used simultaneously with a quantitative approach. To collect data, a Leg Dynamometer and a Stop Watch were used. Data is analyzed using simple methods and multiple correlations, along with the Product Moment formula. The results showed that (1) there was a significant relationship between leg muscle strength and running speed for 100 meters, with a correlation value of 0.449. The results show that (1) leg muscle endurance influences 100 m running speed because the calculated value is 2.510 > table is 2.008, and (2) variable X influences variable Y. The determination coefficient of 0.201 from this output shows that the influence of the independent variable ( leg muscle endurance) in the dependent variable (100 m running speed) is 20.1% and the significance value is 0.001<0.005

Pengaruh Tindakan Bullying terhadap Kesehatann Mental pada Siswa SMP Katolik Pineleng, Kabupaten Minahasa

Bullying is an action carried out by individuals or groups who feel stronger to hurt weaker victims, whether physically, verbally or emotionally, repeatedly without any resistance, with the aim of making the victim suffer. The research aims to determine the effect of bullying on the mental health of adolescents at St. Catholic Middle School. Fransiskus Xaverius Pineleng, as well as understanding the extent to which bullying impacts the psychological condition of students in the school environment. This type of research is quantitative using a cross sectional approach. The research was conducted at St. Catholic Middle School. Fransiskus Xaverius Pineleng in August 2024. The population in this study was all 47 junior high school students in grades 7, 8 and 9. Non probability sampling was taken using a purposive sampling approach of 30 respondents. The instruments used were the Olweus Bully/Victim Questionnaire-Revised and Self Questionnaire (SRQ). The dependent variable is bullying which has 30 questions and the independent variable is mental health which has 20 questions. The results showed that in the low bullying category, 20% of students experienced mental health problems and 26.7% were not disturbed. Meanwhile, in the high bullying category, 26.7% of students experienced mental health problems and another 26.7% were not disturbed. The chi square test produces a p-value of 0.980, which indicates there is no significant effect (p > 0.05).

Looking for a Fun Way to Learn English Vocabulary? Discover the Magic of Gamification with Digital Flashcards

Junior high school students learning English as a foreign language (EFL) in countries where English is neither the first nor the second language face significant challenges in acquiring vocabulary due to the infrequent use of English outside the classroom and monotonous teaching techniques. However, in the digital era, innovative educational tools like Digital Flashcard-based gamification offer an interactive and engaging solution. This study aims to understand junior high school EFL students' perceptions of learning English vocabulary through gamification using Digital Flashcards. The research was conducted as Classroom Action Research (CAR) and involved 32 junior high school students in Madiun District, Indonesia, learning English as a foreign language (EFL). Over eight meetings, these students engaged in learning animal-related vocabulary using Digital Flashcard-based gamification. Data were collected through pre-test and post-test and interviews to gather students' perceptions of the learning experience. The results indicate that students' vocabulary mastery significantly improved after using gamification-based Digital Flashcards, with an average increase of 15 points. The pre-test average score was 60, which increased to 75 in the post-test. The gamification elements (story, mechanics, aesthetics, and technology) enhanced students' exposure, attention, and enthusiasm during learning. Vocabulary mastery was effectively facilitated through diverse gamified activities. This study demonstrates that incorporating Digital Flashcards in a gamified format is an effective tool for improving vocabulary learning among EFL students.

The Relationship of Toothbrushing Knowledge and Gingival Tissue Condition in Class VII and VIII Students of SMP Negeri 1 Payakumbuh Limapuluh Kota District

A person's low knowledge about health can be a predisposing factor for the emergence of a disease. Knowledge is a cognitive domain that influences a person's health attitudes and behavior, especially actions to prevent and cure disease. The aim of this research was to determine the relationship between toothbrushing knowledge and the condition of gingival tissue in students of class VII and VIII of SMP Negeri 1 Payakumbuh District, Limapuluh Kota Regency. The research method used is quantitative with a cross sectional research design. The population of this research is students of class VII and VIII of SMP Negeri 1 Payakumbuh District. The sampling technique used Proportionate Stratified Random Sampling technique and inclusion criteria technique so that the sample was 150 people. The research was carried out by filling out a knowledge questionnaire and examining the gingival index. The data analysis used is univariate and bivariate analysis. The research results showed that students' toothbrushing knowledge had good criteria at 29.3%, adequate criteria at 49.3% and inadequate criteria at 21.3%. The condition of the gingival tissue is healthy criteria 8%, mild inflammation 77.3%, moderate inflammation 13.3% and severe inflammation 1.3%. The Chi-square test results obtained a p-value of 0.027 < 0.05. The conclusion of the research is that there is a significant relationship between knowledge of brushing teeth and the condition of gingival tissue in junior high school students. It is recommended for students to increase their knowledge about brushing their teeth by looking for more sources of information about dental and oral health, brushing their teeth twice a day in the morning after breakfast and at night before going to bed and regularly checking with dental and oral health services once every 6 months.