Teaching-learning Process Research Articles

ANALISIS MINAT BELAJAR SISWA PEREMPUAN TINGKAT ATAS PADA MATA PELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN JASMANI DI SEKOLAH DASAR

Analysis of upper level female students’ learning interest in physical education in primary scool. Physical education is a subject that requires physical activity. Physical activity becomes a benchmark in determining students’ interest in learning. Learning interest is influenced by internal factros and external factors of upper grade famale students which include 4th, 5th, and 6th, grade famale students, descriptive and inferential analysis will be crried out. This research is a qualitative research instuments in the form of questionnaires and interview results. The results of this study indicate that 76% of famale students at SD Negeri 068474 medan are categorized as strong. This means that as many as 76% of the total sample have an interest in praticipating in sthe physical education learning process.

Gambaran Pelaksanaan Pembelajaran Pendidikan Jasmani Adaptif Untuk Anak Autis Tingkat Sekolah Menengah Pertama Pada Sekolah Khusus

Adaptive physical education learning is important for children with autism. However, the process of implementing adaptive physical education learning in special schools SLB Negeri 2 Mataram is only carried out by one physical education teacher while the number of classes from kindergarten, elementary, junior high and high school levels is very large. Moreover, the physical education learning process carried out by physical education teachers is only assisted by class teachers who are not from the field of physical education. The incompatibility of lesson plans with the learning carried out also requires physical education teachers to be more active in providing learning. The purpose of this study was to determine the implementation of adaptive physical education learning for children with autism in special schools SLB Negeri 2 Mataram. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method approach. The subjects in this study were physical education teachers, class teachers and principals. Data collection techniques using observation, interviews and documentation. Data analysis techniques using qualitative descriptive analysis with steps of reduction, data display and conclusion drawing (verification). The results showed that adaptive physical education learning in SLB Negeri 2 Mataram special school was in accordance with the objectives of adaptive physical education, namely improving the cognitive quality and independence of autistic students through children's motor development activities. Learning activities have covered most of the needs of students although teachers have to work harder due to the large number of students. The process of assisting autistic students in learning is also carried out by physical education teachers who collaborate with class teachers to create a conducive atmosphere during learning.

Improving Teachers’ Professional Vision Through a Video-based Reflection Program: A Case Study in Mexican Primary Schools

Enhancing teachers’ professional vision (TPV) may contribute to increasing the quality of teaching-learning processes through higher perceived efficacy, leading to autonomy-supportive environment. This is of particular importance in Physical Education (PE), due to the fact that this subject presents different challenges and more dynamic situations compared to others. One of the latest approaches for enhancing TPV is video-based reflection, which allows teachers to observe recorded lessons and analyze them. The aim of this research was to test the effect of a video-based reflection program on TPV in PE. Two teachers participated in a 3-step video-analysis program consisting of self-reflection, peer reflection, and expert feedback. Notable changes were found in TPV at the end of the 6-month intervention, both in terms of teachers’ selective attention to classroom events and their knowledge-based reasoning. Our findings suggest that video-based reflection programs could represent an important part of any teacher training program aiming to increasing PE teachers’ responsiveness to diverse in-class situations.

Impact of virtual environments on learning binary inorganic compounds

The purpose of the research was to determine the effectiveness of virtual environments in learning binary inorganic compounds at the BGU level of the “San Isidro” Educational Unit. For this purpose, the research had a quantitative approach. Data collection was carried out through knowledge tests on the students (control and experimental group). The results obtained showed that at the control group level a mean of 3.86 was calculated, showing a standard deviation of 1.509 and a mean standard error of 0.302. On the other hand, the calculation showed that, for the experimental group, a mean of 4.46, a standard deviation of 1.576 and a mean standard error of 0.384 were calculated, which indicated that there was no significant difference between both groups when evaluating their knowledge Finally, as a conclusion, the importance of incorporating the “Virtual Quimi Project” project into the teaching activity, whose fundamental purpose is to introduce virtual environments oriented to the learning of binary inorganic compounds. In this sense, the main contribution that the research offers is to ensure that the teaching-learning process of this subject is more affective and effective for the teacher.

Effect of the Discussion Method on the Achievement of Islamic Studies Students in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria

The role of instructional methods in teaching and learning could not be undermined. The methods adopted in teaching situation has been stressed over the years, to be among the factors determining students’ academic achievement in school subjects. Thus, this study was carried out with a view to examine the effect of discussion teaching method on senior secondary school students’ achievement in Islamic studies in Oyo State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study examined: a. differences in the achievement in Islamic studies of secondary school students exposed to discussion and conventional methods. b. the effect of gender on the achievement of secondary school students taught Islamic studies using discussion. The study employed quasi-experimental pre-test, post-test, non-randomised control group design. This made use of 2x2 factorial matrixes. quasi-experimental design and the population involved the students offering Islamic Studies in Senior Secondary Schools in the study areas. Purposive sampling technique was adopted in selecting the population of the study. Islamic Studies Achievement Test (ISAT) and Instructional Guide on Islamic Studies Teaching (IGIST) served as the instruments for data collection. The sample for the study consisted 55 students (29 males and 26 females) exposed to discussion (experimental group) and the control group of 48 students (23 males and 25 females). The students' scores were analysed using mean scores, standard deviation, t-test and Analysis of variance (ANOVA) statistics. The findings of the study showed that: 1. Students’ achievement in Islamic Studies was improved when exposed to discussion method. 2. There is significant difference in the achievement in Islamic studies of secondary school students exposed to discussion and conventional methods 3. Gender has no effect on the achievement of Islamic Studies students when exposed to discussion method. In line with the findings of the study, it is recommended that discussion method be adopted and encouraged in teaching Islamic Studies. There is need for making teaching-learning of Islamic Studies student-centred so as to improve teaching-learning process. There is need for the writing and production of Islamic Studies textbooks that would conform to the use of discussion method.

Educación Socioemocional como Herramienta del Proceso de Enseñanza-Aprendizaje en los Estudiantes de 1ro de Bachillerato

This study focuses on the implementation of social-emotional education as a pedagogical approach aimed at strengthening adolescents' mental health. The main objective is to develop a manual of socio-emotional tools designed to improve the teaching-learning process for first-year high school students. The methodology used is quantitative, including surveys and questionnaires, to gain a comprehensive understanding of how teachers use socio-emotional tools and how this influences students in the educational context. The sample, composed of 74 young people from the Guillermo Mensi Educational Unit in Cuenca, Ecuador, was intentionally chosen. During data collection, A survey was administered to educators to investigate their use of social-emotional tools, and two questionnaires, the TMMS-24 and the SDQ-Cas, were applied to students to evaluate their emotions, skills, and emotional difficulties. The results reveal that teachers recognize the importance of training in social-emotional skills. However, significant deficiencies were identified in the emotional awareness of adolescents, who also experienced emotional difficulties, behavioral problems, hyperactivity, and challenges in their interpersonal relationships. Despite these findings, positive attitudes toward socialization, empathy, and support stood out among students. The need to train teachers and implement effective socio-emotional education programs is emphasized to improve students’ quality of life and prepare them to face emotional and social challenges in their personal and academic endeavors.

AN ANALYSIS BASED ON CONTENT ANALYSIS ON FEEDBACK-ORIENTED POSTGRADUATE THESES

Feedback has always been an important element of learning-teaching processes and has always been at the centre of research on this subject. In this context, a significant number of studies in the literature have examined the feedback element with different dimensions and revealed important clues on the subject. The main purpose of this study is to conduct a content analysis of the postgraduate theses on the theme of feedback from past to present in terms of subject and methodology. For this purpose, 68 theses made between 2000 and 2023 within the scope of Institute of Educational Sciences and Institute of Social Sciences programmes in state universities in Turkey were analysed. According to the results of the content analysis technique, it was determined that the theses were mostly conducted at the Master's level (n=51), the theses mostly focused on teachers' in-class feedback practices and their views on feedback, the theses were mostly in the fields of English language teaching and Computer and Instructional Technologies; limited studies were conducted on this subject within the scope of teacher education and teaching practice. The results of the research showed that new researches are needed to examine the element of feedback, which has an important place in the field of education, with different dimensions.

Pengaruh Kegiatan Musyawarah Guru Mata Pelajaran (MGMP) Terhadap Peningkatan Kinerja dan Profesionalisme Guru: A Literature Review

MGMP serves as a forum within the educational domain that fosters collaboration and the exchange of ideas among educators. This platform affords teachers instructing similar subjects the opportunity to share experiences, teaching strategies, and instructional resources. Through the MGMP, educators can broaden their perspectives, enhance their competencies, and develop new skills to address various challenges encountered in the teaching-learning process. This study employs the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method with the aim of investigating the impact of MGMP on teacher performance and professionalism. Data collection involves the identification and review of all articles with similar research topics. The articles used in this study comprise 10 national journal articles obtained from Google Scholar. Out of the 10 analyzed articles, 9 articles assert that MGMP can enhance teacher performance and professionalism, while 1 article suggests that MGMP has a negative impact on teacher performance and professionalism.

Eye-tracker and fNIRS: Using neuroscientific tools to assess the learning experience during children's educational robotics activities

In technology education, there has been a paradigmatic shift towards student-centered approaches such as learning by doing, constructionism, and experiential learning. Educational robotics allows students to experiment with building and interacting with their creations while also fostering collaborative work. However, understanding the student's response to these approaches is crucial to adapting them during the teaching-learning process. In this sense, neuroscientific tools such as Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy and Eye-tracker could be useful, allowing the investigation of relevant states experienced by students. Although they have already been used in educational research, their practical relevance in the teaching-learning process has not been extensively investigated. In this perspective article expressing our position, we bring four examples of learning experiences in a robotics class with children, in which we illustrate the usefulness of these tools.

Increase Reading Comprehension and Critical Thinking through Reading Stories

The successful implementation of the teacher's learning process in Indonesian language lessons in elementary schools depends on students' understanding of basic reading and critical thinking skills. The aim of the research is to develop teaching modules in developing students' reading and critical thinking skills (DRTA) models in improving reading and critical thinking from the fourth grade elementary school students. This research was conducted using a descriptive methodology with a combination of development and research (R&D) approaches using the ADDIE design. In carrying out this research, data collection techniques were used which included defining the early stages of module development and prototype design, as well as preparing the module draft. Data collection through interviews, observation, documentation, and literature studies. The data analysis technique used is descriptive statistical analysis technique and inferential statistical analysis of research findings showing a significant increase in various fields among grade 4 students with a total of 25 students. In particular, there was a significant improvement in their ability to initial reading ability material and think critically by applying DRTA. Thus the DRTA model can improve the ability to think, read, understand and think critically.

Exploring the factors that influence academic performance in Jordanian higher education institutions

Since the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic hit the world, many universities have used digital asynchronous learning tools such as Digital Learning Management Systems (DLMS) to continue the educational process. Despite its global usage, only a few studies have investigated its quality in the Jordanian context during the COVID-19 period from a quantitative and qualitative approach perspective. Thus, the current study aims to explore the factors that influence academic performance in Jordanian higher education institutions during the COVID-19 pandemic. A mixed methods research approach was employed to evaluate the quality of the teaching-learning process for Jordanian students in higher education institutions. The triangulated data focused on three core pillars namely if students saw a difference in their grades prior to, during, and after the pandemic, the challenges faced and improvement suggestions. Accordingly, the quantitative approach with an online questionnaire and the qualitative approach with structured interviews were applied to collect the required data from Jordanian students in higher education institutions. The results of the current study revealed that the evaluation of the teaching-learning process quality during the pandemic period affected students’ academic performance in different proportions based on their specialization area. In addition, the study results also identified the most important challenges that faced the students during this period and suggested procedures to overcome them and improve the distance learning process. The current study offers empirical evidence on critical success factors underlying digital learning management systems in the COVID-19 era, which can help policymakers in Jordanian universities and the ministry of higher education and scientific research to improve the quality of the teaching-learning process in the Jordanian context.

Innovative educational practices through the use of ICT in the teaching-learning process: A diagnostic study

The article presents the main results of the diagnosis carried out by students and teachers of the Digital Educational Competences program of the Instituto Superior Espíritu Santo, on the teaching-learning process in relation to innovative educational practices and the creative and efficient use of ICT. The research was based on the theoretical references related to educational innovation and technological resources, and on the data obtained from the research instruments applied to teachers, students and directors of Basic Education; which allowed the analysis and understanding of the problem and to establish as a study objective to determine the current state of the teaching-learning process in relation to the creative and efficient use of ICT and innovation in educational institutions in the city of Guayaquil. A qualitative methodology is used and an exploratory and hermeneutic type of research is developed based on the emergent paradigm, which allows the subjects of the study to actively participate in the research process; the theoretical methods used are analysis-synthesis and inductive-deductive; within the empirical methods, observation, interview and survey are used; and in the processing of the survey results, the percentage analysis is used. The main results are related to the lack of adequate technological resources and insufficient access to the Internet, which exacerbates the existing disparities in education; the low development of digital competencies of teachers and the resistance to change that hinders the adoption of new digital tools and innovative practices in the classroom.

Teachers' Utilization of Mobile Learning Applications for Instruction and The Students’ Classroom Performance Towards Strategic Guidelines in The Classroom

This paper is in order to determine the situation of teachers' utilization of mobile learning applications for instruction and the students’ classroom performance on classroom strategy, this paper investigates the strategies of students in Yulin University of Shaanxi Province for teachers' use of mobile learning applications in teaching evaluation. The interviewed students' assessment of the relationship between their teachers' use of mobile learning applications in teaching and classroom performance was identified. In this study, structured survey and quantitative analysis were used to collect and compare data. At least 375 students were randomly selected as the study sample. The results are as follows: 1). Majority of the student respondents are male of not more than nineteen years of age representing Grade 1. 2). Students believe that their teachers frequently use the mobile learning applications in the classroom resulting to an effective utilization of the application in the teaching-learning process.3). Female students have better assessed the utilization of mobile learning applications in their classrooms than the male students. On the other hand, students’ age and grade level did not make significant differences in their perceptions on how their teachers utilized the applications. 4). Students generally exhibited fair to good classroom performance based on their recent evaluation. 5). The use of mobile learning applications in the teaching-learning process did not make significant impact on the classroom performance of the students. This paper is of great significance in improve teaching practices, improve learning outcomes, and promote responsible and effective technology integration. It empowers educators, provides information to administrators, addresses data privacy concerns, and promotes the overall advancement of educational technology and its impact on society.

PELAKSANAAN PROYEK PENGUATAN PROFIL PELAJAR PANCASILA (P5) DAN KAITANNYA DENGAN PENDIDIKAN AKHLAK ANAK DALAM HADITS

The purpose of this study is to investigate the implementation of the project at SDIT Future Islamic School (FIS) Pekanbaru to enhance the Pancasila student profile (P5) dimension of faith, devotion to God Almighty, and noble character in the independent curriculum, as well as the relationship between this project and the students' moral education in the hadith. The study that was done falls under the category of qualitative descriptive research. Interviews are the method used to get data. Content analysis is the method used for data analysis. According to the study's findings, P5 is being implemented at SDIT Future Islamic School (FIS) Pekanbaru, which is improving religious, interpersonal, environmental, and national morality. The moral education of children in the hadith is connected to the implementation of P5 at SDIT FIS. The result of the research is Islamic Integrated Islamic School should adopt the hadist in their teaching learning process.

The Impact of Practical Work Experience on Academic Achievement in Biology among Senior Secondary School Students in Yenagoa Metropolis

The study investigated the impact of practical work experience on academic achievement in biology at the senior school level in Yenagoa Metropolis. Additionally, the moderating effect of gender on the dependent variable was examined. Two public secondary schools were randomly selected for this study, and one intact class was randomly selected from each school and randomly assigned to experimental and control groups. The sample size consisted of 219 students out of 256 students offering biology at the Senior Secondary one (SSI) level in the selected schools. A pretest-posttest quasi-experimental design was adopted. The experimental group used a practical work experience strategy, while the control group was taught using a modified lecture strategy. The study used the Biology Achievement Test (BAT). Experts in biology education validated the BAT, and a reliability of 0.73 was obtained using Kuder-Richardson Formula 21. Two hypotheses and two research questions guided the study, and the hypotheses were tested at a 0.05 significance level. Differences in mean scores were subjected to t-test statistics, which were significant in favor of the experimental group and were found to be gender-friendly. It was recommended that practical allowances should be paid to science teachers to motivate them to adopt practical work experience strategies in the teaching-learning process in schools.

Social-economic and Technological Perception and Impact of Students on ICT System in Education: A Study on Selected Institutions of Uttar Dinajpur District of West Bengal, India

"Learning is essential for every student, and utilizing electronic devices and various technologies introduces a new dimension to their educational experience. Students learn through e-learning in addition to traditional face-to-face on-campus classes. They encounter various benefits and challenges when using digital technology for learning. The teaching-learning process becomes more engaging with the incorporation of technology. The paper aims to analyze students’ perceptions of ICT System in Education in terms of technology, social factors, and economic conditions, considering their diverse backgrounds and financial situations. This paper focuses on ICT System in Education, particularly its impact and perception among students in Uttar Dinajpur District, West Bengal, India. Primary sources were utilized to gather data for analysis. Convenience sampling technique was employed to select the institutions for data collection. Data was collected from various categories of institutions in Uttar Dinajpur District, West Bengal, India. Post-graduate and undergraduate students from Raiganj University, Raiganj B.Ed College affiliated with Baba Saheb Ambedkar Education University, Raiganj Surendranath Mahavidyalaya affiliated with University of Gour Banga, and Raiganj Government Medical College and Hospital affiliated with The West Bengal University of Health Sciences were selected for data collection. The paper emphasizes the technological, social, and economic perceptions of students regarding ICT System in Education in Uttar Dinajpur District, West Bengal, India."

Analysis of the Physical Education Learning Process Through Online Media

Purpose of the study: This study aims to determine the learning process through online media in physical education learning in class VIII. Methodology: This research is a descriptive qualitative research. The sampling technique used is total sampling with the research subjects of class VIII totaling 25. The data collection techniques used were questionnaires and documentation. Main Findings: Based on the results of the research on Physical Education Learning Processes Through Online Media at MTsN 1 Bengkulu City, they have implemented the physical education learning process through online media, it can be seen from the percentage results with an average of 69%. Novelty/Originality of this study: By utilizing online media, learning becomes more flexible and can be accessed from anywhere, changing the traditional paradigm to more inclusive and affordable learning. The results of this research provide new insights into the effectiveness of online media in supporting the teaching and learning process, opening up opportunities for the development of learning methods that are more interactive and responsive to student needs in the future.

Students and Lecturers’ Use of Reference Sources in TeachingLearning Process in a Higher Institution in Oyo State, Nigeria

Students and Lecturers’ Use of Reference Sources in TeachingLearning Process in a Higher Institution in Oyo State, Nigeria

Learning experiences in the culinary classroom: Identifying barriers and enablers in the practical teaching-learning process in gastronomy

Gastronomy education is relatively new in the university environment. Practical classes in kitchen laboratories are strategic in development the segment. A practical class demands that students mobilize a wide range of skills, assimilate visual cues, information about products and utensils, and critical points of preparation, in a dynamic process in which, besides cooking, students must also practice teamwork, clean the space, manage several activities, and commit to the deadlines and objectives set by the teacher. There are several gaps highlighed in the literature regarding educational practices in hands-on cooking laboratories. Based on this premise, this research aimed to identify enablers and hindrances to hands-on learning in cooking classes, from the perspective of students, in a higher education institution in Portugal. To reach this goal, a structured questionnaire was applied to students of two higher education programmes in the area. Bardin’s content analysis model (2006) was used to analyze the results. The results indicate that the interaction between teachers and students in all stages of a practical class is fundamental for the success of the teaching-learning process.

A Study of Communication Strategies used by English Teachers and its Implication in Teaching English as a Foreign Language

The objective of this research was to analyze the English teachers’ communication strategies and their perception during the teaching learning process. The writer analyzed the data gained through the questionnaire by describing the English teachers’ perception about the communication strategies usually used during the teaching learning process. She also analyzed the teachers’ communication strategies into the fourteen strategies based on to some experts, there are several types of communication strategies that can be used to solve problems in communication (Dornyei 1995, Littlewood 1984, Tarone 1980). (Tarone (1980) presents five types of communication strategies, including: paraphrase, transfer, appeal for assistance, mime, avoidance. Littlewood (1984) describes eight types of communication strategies: they are avoidable communication, adjust the message, use paraphrase, use approximation, create new words, switch to the native language, use non-linguistic resources, seek for help. Meanwhile, Dornyei (1995) stated that the three main types of communication strategies, namely: topic avoidance strategies (topic avoidance and message abandonment), compensatory strategies (approximation, word coinage, circumlocution, literal translation, code-switching, appeal for help, used all-purpose words, non-linguistic signal, foreignizing), and stalling or time gaining strategies (use of fillers/hesitation devices). The design of this research is qualitative research. The writer described the data in order to have a clear and complete description of the research result. The researcher used the result of the English teachers’ questionnaire as the data. The sample of this research was the English teacher who lives and teach in Bandar Lampung in the academic year 2022/2023.