Literacy Ability Research Articles

BEYOND READING AND NUMERACY: EXAMINING HOLISTIC EDUCATIONAL IMPLICATIONS OF PAKISTAN’S FOUNDATIONAL LEARNING POLICY

This paper analyses Pakistan Federal Foundational Learning Policy (FFLP) 2024 in light of holistic education. While enhancing the literacy abilities of children is a notable objective of this policy, this study examines policy in terms of its potential for the student’s education as a whole. In this paper, critical discourse analysis was employed by Mullet, focusing on language, the text structure, and the suggested measures of implementation of policy. This study shows that though FFLP 2024 ensures that gaps in foundational learning are filled, it might downplay other elements necessary for early childhood, namely socio-emotional development, creativity, and cultural competence. This policy gap may impose limitations on school’s curriculum and teaching strategies as it centers on quantifiable results & standardized tests. The findings drawn from the analysis of the policy have questioned its suitability for different regions and its effect on the teachers’ professionals’ autonomy. The study proposed that a balanced approach that incorporates basic skills and general goals is needed for inclusive student development. The study provides valuable suggestions for a broader strategy towards the foundational learning.

Moderating Effects of Information Literacy Ability in The Relationship Between Resilience and Nursing Management Competency of Nurse Managers in Small and Medium-Sized Hospitals

This study aimed to explore ways to improve the nursing management competency of nurse managers in small and medium-sized hospitals and examine the relationship between variables based on information literacy ability in the structural model linking the resilience of nurse managers and nursing management competency. The data was collected from November 6, 2023, to December 6, 2023, using cluster sampling in four cities with similar urban settings, and surveys were conducted with the consent of nurse managers working in small to medium-sized hospitals with 100 to 300 beds. A total of 207 collected data points were analyzed using the moderating effect technique of structural equation modeling. The hypothesis testing results revealed that nurse managers in small and medium-sized hospitals partially affect on nursing management competency. Furthermore, it was observed that the impact of nurse managers' resilience on nursing management competency varies based on their level of information literacy ability. Therefore, it is recommended that combined training in interpersonal skills and information literacy is offered to develop a competency improvement program for nurse managers in small and medium-sized hospitals.

Enhancing Health Literacy and Self-Care Abilities among Individuals with Chronic Diseases

Health literacy is an essential element in the effective management of chronic diseases. It provides a foundation for individuals to understand, evaluate, and utilize health information, thus enabling them to make well-informed decisions regarding their care. For individuals living with chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, health literacy is not just about understanding their health needs; it is about empowering them to manage their conditions effectively, make informed healthcare decisions, and maintain a higher quality of life. This writing explores the multidimensional relationship between health literacy and self-care abilities among people with chronic diseases, examining the factors affecting health literacy, its impact on self-care, strategies for improvement, and the pivotal role of health professionals in this context.

Caregivers’ reports of the home literacy environments of children with developmental language disorder and typically developing peers during the COVID-19 pandemic

Purpose Children with developmental language disorder (DLD) are at heightened risk for reading difficulty. We investigated the home literacy environments of kindergarten children with DLD and typically developing (TD) peers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Method We analysed scores from standardised assessments of oral language, nonverbal intelligence, and word reading in conjunction with home literacy questionnaire data at three time points. Result Frequency of engagement in home literacy activities did not differ by group during school closures or when schools reopened. Caregivers from both groups reported increased home literacy engagement during closures. Engagement returned to pre-pandemic levels when schools reopened. For the DLD group, the child’s word reading ability and interest in literacy were positively associated with the home literacy environment. Family history of language and/or literacy difficulty was negatively associated with the home literacy environment. For the TD group, only the child’s interest in literacy was positively associated with the home literacy environment. Conclusion These findings elucidate the need for further research related to home literacy and families of children with DLD, with a focus on identifying potential strengths and vulnerabilities related to child and caregiver factors.

Pengembangan Media Wayang Berbasis Kearifan Lokal untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Budaya Siswa Kelas 5 Sekolah Dasar

This research is motivated by the fact that most of the fifth grade students at SDN 1 and 2 Ngantru are not yet familiar with the cultural results of the local community, for example the Nyadran Dam Bagong culture as a traditional ceremony commemorating the history of the Menak Sopal Kingdom which once founded Trenggalek Regency, literature about culture in schools is inadequate, resulting in literacy Student culture is minimal, teachers are busy and cannot be left behind in preparing all the administration when carrying out the learning process, and the media that is often used in teaching and learning activities is only the blackboard and the methods used are only lectures, discussions and assignments. The aim of this research is to determine the effectiveness of developing wayang media based on local wisdom to increase cultural literacy in grade 5 elementary school students. The method used in this research is the R&D method with the ADDIE model. The research results obtained were through the N-Gain formula calculation score, the value of cultural literacy ability in the pretest compared with the posttest value showed that cultural literacy ability increased by 0.61. So it can be concluded that the development of wayang media based on local wisdom is effective in increasing cultural literacy in grade 5 elementary school students.

Analysis of Mathematical Literacy Ability Given Students' Mathematical Disposition

The results of the Mathematical Literacy Research discuss Indonesia's involvement in PISA since 2000, which has never experienced a significant increase in ranking until 2018. Even the 2018 PISA results showed that Indonesia was ranked in the bottom 10 in the world with an average score of Indonesian students mathematical literacy of 359, while the average was 489. This study aims to describe the mathematical literacy skills of grade X students in solving PISA questions in terms of mathematical disposition abilities. This study uses a descriptive type of research with a qualitative approach with three instruments to be used in this study, namely a mathematical disposition scale questionnaire, a mathematical literacy test, and interview guidelines. The research instrument was first consulted with the collaborating lecturer. The results of the disposition test from 33 grade X.1 students were then analyzed to determine the grouping of students' mathematical disposition abilities. The mathematical disposition scale is given to students in three groups: high, medium, and low. The subjects of this study were four students in the class with different levels of mathematical disposition abilities. Based on the results of this study, the literacy abilities of students reviewed in mathematical disposition tend to vary. Students with a high level of disposition have better literacy and problem-solving skills than those with a medium or low level of disposition

Development of the Acid-Base Module Based on Problem Based Learning with Ethnochemisty to Improve Students Science Literacy Ability

This study aims to produce an acid-base module based on ethnochemical problem-based learning to improve students' scientific literacy skills, analyze the validity and practicality of the module and analyze the effectiveness of the acid-base module based on ethnochemical problem-based learning to improve students' scientific literacy skills. The type of research used is Research and Development (R&D) with a 4-D development model. The 4-D development model consists of 4 stages of development, namely define, design, develop and disseminate. The research instruments used are interview sheets, questionnaires, validation instruments, practicality instruments and effectiveness instruments. The validity test uses the Aiken's V formula. The results of the construct and content validity tests were 0.88 and 0.89 with a valid category. The results of the module practicality test carried out by teachers and students were 91.25% and 90.65% with a very practical category. The effectiveness test of the module was carried out using the N-Gain test and obtained a result of 0.71 in the high category. The results of the study indicate that a valid, practical and effective acid-base module based on ethnochemical problem-based learning has been obtained in improving students' scientific literacy skills.

PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN LITERASI MATEMATIS SISWA MELALUI PENDEKATAN REALISTIC MATHEMATICS EDUCATION (RME)

This study was motivated by the low mathematical literacy ability in mathematics learning. The purpose of this study was to determine the difference in the average improvement of students' mathematical literacy skills. The research method used quasi experimental with non-equivalent control group research design. The population in this study were all students at SMPN 51 Bandung grade VIII even semester of the 2022/2023 academic year. The samples in this study were class VIII.1 as the experimental class and class VIII.2 as the control class. In the experimental class learning using realistic mathematics education (RME) approach, while in the control class using deductive approach. The data collection technique used was a test. Based on the results of the analysis, it can be concluded that the average increase in students' mathematical literacy skills in learning flat-sided space building using the realistic mathematics education (RME) approach is in the high category has a significant difference compared to using the deductive approach in the medium category. It is recommended that research be carried out using more varied methods and media so that the results obtained are more optimal.

Analysis Of Students' Mathematical Literacy Ability In Solving Pisa-Oriented Questions Content Change And Relationship Judging From Self-Efficacy

Study This aims to analyze the connections between the ability of literacy mathematical students to finish questions on PISA Change and relationships, which are oriented on content and levels of efficiency. Study This uses design study descriptive qualitative. The sample for this research consisted of three class VIII B students at SMPN 3 Colomadu, Karanganyar Regency. The three subjects were selected based on the results of responses to the questionnaire and PISA questions, taking into account their level of self-efficacy, which was divided into low, medium, and high. The research instrument consisted of a questionnaire regarding student self-efficacy and PISA questions related to Change and Relationship content. After analyzing the questionnaire and students' answers, they interviewed the three subjects. The research results show that students' mathematical literacy skills in solving questions oriented towards changes in PISA content and their interrelationships require improvement. The level of students' self-efficacy in solving mathematics literacy problems is classified as moderate, and there is a significant positive relationship between mathematics literacy abilities and students' self-efficacy.

Analysis of Indonesian Students Scientific Literacy Ability in Chemistry Learning: A Systematic Literature Review

This study aims to examine the results of the analysis of scientific literacy abilities of Indonesian students in chemistry learning. The method used is Systematic Literature Review (SLR), which consists of five stages, namely question formulation, locating studies, study selection and evaluation, analysis and synthesis, reporting and using the results. Based on a study of 15 reputable journals indexed scopus (International Journal) and sinta (National Journal), the scientific literacy abilities of Indonesian students at the high school level and the education of prospective teachers are in the sufficient category, but there are still many who are in the low category. This is because students are not familiar with scientific literacy questions and learning which rarely trains individuals to make arguments based on observations or investigations, making it difficult for them to work on questions that require an analysis of existing scientific evidence or facts. Therefore, it is necessary to make efforts to improve scientific literacy skills through the application of learning models that train the ability to apply scientific knowledge that has been obtained in solving problems in everyday life. Problem-based learning models, ethnoscience-based learning, contextual-based guided inquiry learning, and also project-based learning.

PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN PROBLEM BASED LEARNING KONTEKS BUDAYA BENGKULU TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN LITERASI MATEMATIKA SISWA SMPI AL-AZHAR 52 KOTA BENGKULU

The aim of this research is to see the influence of the Bengkulu Cultural Context Problem Based Learning learning model on the Mathematical Literacy Ability of Students at SMPI Al-Azhar 52 Bengkulu City. The research method used in this research is the analytical method. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling technique. The instrument for collecting data in this research was a mathematical literacy ability test. The test was carried out on Quadrilaterals and Triangles material. Next, analysis of all data is carried out using the following steps: prerequisite test and hypothesis test. The results of the research show a sig value (2-tailed) = 0.044 < significant level (α) = 0.05, so it can be concluded that there is an influence of the Problem Based Learning learning model in the cultural context of Bengkulu on the mathematical literacy abilities of students at SMPI Al-Azhar 52 Kota Bengkulu

MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN LITERASI NUMERASI SISWA MENGGUNAKAN MODEL PROBLEM BASED LEARNING DI KELAS VII

The This research aims to improve students' numeracy literacy skills in algebraic material using a Problem Based Learning model. This Classroom Action Research was conducted at SMP Negeri 3 Suwawa for the 2023/2024 academic year. The research subjects were 30 class VII students and a mathematics teacher. The data collection techniques used were in the form of observations and tests, with research instruments in the form of observation sheets of teacher and student activities as well as tests. This research took place over two cycles. This can be seen from observations of teacher activities increasing by 35.49% from 64.51% in cycle I to 100% in cycle II with good and very good criteria. Furthermore, student activities increased by 50.83% from 49.17% in cycle I to 100% in cycle II with good and very good criteria. Students' numeracy literacy abilities also increased by 15.75% from 69.44% in cycle I to 85.19% in cycle II. Thus, the success indicators for teacher observation activities, student observation activities and students' numeracy literacy skills have increased to reach indicators of success in action

Profile Of Students' Mathematical Literacy Skills Private High Schools In Yogyakarta In Differentiated Learning Reviewed In Terms Of Process Differentiation

This study aims to describe the implementation of differentiated learning in terms of differentiation of processes held in class XII MIPA in a high school in Yogyakarta. Differentiated learning is a systematic approach to designing curriculum and learning instruction for students who have a variety of abilities, interests, and learning needs. The research will also describe students' mathematical literacy skills in solving numeracy literacy problems in the fields of geometry and measurement, algebra, and data and uncertainty. This type of research is qualitative descriptive with quantitative assistance. The subjects of this study are 40 students in grade XII MIPA. Research data includes observation sheets and student worksheets. Observation data was processed by calculating the implementation of differentiated learning, while student worksheets were described, and categorized based on the same type of work into the level of PISA standard mathematical literacy ability. The first result of the study is that differentiated learning has been 82% well carried out and the second is the result based on the results of student work, there are 87.5% of students have level 2 mathematical literacy skills and 5% of students at level 3 in answering geometry and measurement problems. There were 2.5% of students with level 1 mathematical literacy skills and 97.5% of students with level 2 mathematical literacy skills in solving geometry and second type measurement problems. On the topic of algebra, there are 5% of students who have level 1 mathematical literacy skills, 80% of students at level 2, and 5% of students at level 3. On the topic of data and uncertainty, there are 87.5% of students who have level 3 mathematical literacy skills.

ANALISIS KEMAMPUAN LITERASI NUMERASI SISWA SMKN 7 SEMARANG DALAM MENYELESAIKAN PERSAMAAN LINGKARAN BERDASARKAN KEMAMPUAN AWAL

The purpose of this research is to describe the numeracy literacy abilities of class XI TITL 2 students at SMKN 7 Semarang in solving circle equation problems based on initial abilities. The type of research used is qualitative research with descriptive methods. Subject selection is based on students' initial abilities based on the results of diagnostic test scores to categorize students' initial abilities into categories of students who have high initial abilities with a score criteria of 75 < score ≤ 100 , medium initial abilities with a score criteria of 35< score ≤ 75 and low initial abilities with a score criteria of 0 < score ≤ 35.Then 6 subjects were selected, each consisting of 2 student with high, medium and low initial ability. The instruments used in this research were numeracy literacy skills tests and interviews. The numeracy literacy ability test is presented in the test questions in the form of 2 numbered story questions and will be analyzed to reveal three indicators of numeracy literacy. The data collection analysis techniques used in this research are, 1) data reduction, 2) data presentation, and 3) drawing conclusions. The results of the research show that: 1) students with high initial abilities are able to reveal all three indicators of numeracy literacy ability, 2) students with medium initial abilities are quite capable of fulfilling the first and second indicators of numeracy literacy ability, but are less able to fulfill the third indicator of numeracy literacy ability , 3) students with low initial abilities in solving circular equation problems are quite capable of meeting the first indicator of numeracy literacy ability, but are less able to fulfill the second and third indicators

PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN PROBLEM BASED LEARNING TERHADAP LITERASI MATEMATIKA SISWA KELAS VII SMPN 20 SELUMA

The aim of this research is to determine the effect of the Problem Based Learning learning model on the mathematical literacy abilities of Class VII students at SMPN 20 Seluma. The research method used in this research is the analytical method. The type of research carried out was a quasi-experimental design with The Nonequivalent Posttest-only Control Group Design. In this study, the population was all class VII students at SMPN 20 Seluma with two sample classes selected using the purposive sampling technique. The sample class is the experimental class, namely Class VIIB, with 15 students with Problem Based Learning and the control class, namely Class VIIA, with 15 students with expository learning. This research instrument is a test of mathematical literacy skills which consists of formulating problems (formulate), applying concepts (employee), and interpreting the results of the solution. This test was carried out after the learning model was applied to both sample tests (posttest). The post-test results in the experimental class with Problem Based Learning obtained an average student score of 71.33, while in the control class with expository learning the average student score was 60.67. Data analysis was carried out using an independent t-test on the post-test results with a significant level of sig. (2-tailed) = 0.046 < significant level (and which shows that there is a difference between the results of mathematical literacy abilities between students with Problem Based Learning and expository learning. The results of the research can be concluded that there is an influence of the Problem Based Learning learning model on the mathematical literacy abilities of Class VII students at SMPN 20 Seluma

The Impact of Digital Technologies on English Literacy Development Among Undergraduate Students

This research explores the extensive have an effect on of virtual generation on the improvement of English literacy in university college students. The effect of digital systems on literacy abilities is becoming an important discipline of studies as they keep to dominate conversation and getting to know environments. It examines how digital technology might enhance literacy via interactive and multimodal getting to know tools, in addition to the problems they pose, such as the growth in casual language use associated diversions. Data become collected from semester four through qualitative method which includes surveys, interviews and observation, to evaluate alterations in reading and writing competencies. The outcomes show that digital tools can decorate reading comprehension with personalized and attractive content material, however they also can promote fragmented reading habits and casual writing patterns. The article explores the consequences of these findings for instructional practices proposing a properly-rounded use of digital generation in literacy practice to maximize their benefits at the same time as minimizing their negative aspects. This has a look at provides to the discussion on generation’s role in education, emphasizing the importance of implementing techniques that effectively combine virtual gear into literacy programs.

Phonemic processing is below expectations and linked to word-finding difficulty in multiple sclerosis

Background: Word-finding difficulty is prevalent but poorly understood in persons with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS). Objective: The objective was to investigate our hypothesis that phonological processing ability is below expectations and related to word-finding difficulty in patients with RRMS. Method: Data were analyzed from patients with RRMS (n = 50) on patient-reported word-finding difficulty (PR-WFD) and objective performance on Wechsler Individual Achievement Test, Fourth Edition (WIAT-4) Phonemic Proficiency (PP; analysis of phonemes within words), Word Reading (WR; proxy of premorbid literacy and verbal ability), and Sentence Repetition (SR; auditory processing of word-level information). Results: Performance (mean (95% confidence interval)) was reliably lower than normative expectations for PP (−0.41 (−0.69, −0.13)) but not for WR (0.02 (−0.21, 0.25)) or SR (0.08 (−0.15, 0.31). Within-subjects performance was worse on PP than on both WR (t(49) = 4.00, p < 0.001, d = 0.47) and SR (t(49) =3.76, p < 0.001, d = 0.54). Worse PR-WFD was specifically related to lower PP (F2,47 = 6.24, p = 0.004, η2 = 0.21); worse PP performance at PR-WFD Often (n = 13; −1.16 (−1.49, −0.83)) than Sometimes (n = 17; −0.14 (−0.68, 0.41)) or Rarely (n = 20; −0.16 (−0.58, 0.27). PR-WFD was unrelated to WR or SR (ps > 0.25). Conclusion: Phonological processing was below expectations and specifically linked to word-finding difficulty in RRMS. Findings are consistent with early disease-related cortical changes within the posterior superior temporal/supramarginal region. Results inform our developing model of multiple sclerosis-related word-finding difficulty.

Investigating the Acceptability of Students on Generative AI Tools: A Correlation Analysis among Selected Tertiary Schools in Metro Manila, Philippines

Artificial Intelligence has become the emphasis on the needs of future society. The digital era of education demands critical thinking skills, digital literacy and fundamental abilities to navigate and verify information. This development can be supported by the ability of AI chatbots to provide large volume of information in an interactive and efficient way. The goal of this paper is to examine the interest of the chosen BSCS and BSIT students in Metro Manila in utilizing three generative AI tools: Copilot, ChatGPT, and Gemini in the accomplishment of their academic requirements. A one-shot case study was carried out by the authors on six (6) selected universities in Metro Manila. A voluntary response sampling approach was employed to gather the participants in this study. The Slovin's formula was used to calculate statistically enough samples from the population. This study involved 209 CS and IT students, 157 or 75.12% of whom were males and 52 or 24.88% of whom were females, 45 or 21.53% were BSCS students and 164 or 78.47% were BSIT students. The data was initially recorded in a comma-separated value file. The extended TAM instrument was facilitated online using Google Forms by the participants which then imported into SPSS for data understanding and statistical treatment. It was found that out of eighteen (18) observed inter-item relationships, only six (6) or 33.33% were statistically significant and had considerable impacts. Moreover, SN → AT has the highest coefficient value of 0.788 followed by the factor PU → AT of 0.732 indicating their influence on generative AI tools attitude of use (AT). Lastly, PE → AT was shown having the lowest among relationships with 0.533 coefficient value. The study concluded that computer tertiary students in Metro Manila were generally amenable to the idea of introducing generative AI techniques into their academic responsibilities.

Digital literacy ability of private vocational students in Surabaya City

Digital literacy ability of private vocational students in Surabaya City

Penerapan Metode Membacakan Buku Cerita Untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Literasi Anak Usia Lima Sampai Enam Tahun di Tk XYZ [Application of the Story Book Reading Method to Improve the Literacy Skills of Five to Six Year Old Children in XYZ Kindergarten

&lt;div&gt;&lt;p class="1eAbstract-text"&gt;The results of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) research on the literacy test of Indonesia's Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) show that Indonesia's literacy ability is still low. Literacy skills are needed as a twenty one century skill that must be mastered from an early age. One way to increase literacy is to read storybooks. This study aims to analyze the relationship between the method of reading storybooks to early childhood literacy skills. The method used in this study is quantitative descriptive by distributing questionnaires using five Likert scales (always, often, sometimes, rarely, never). The research was conducted in a private kindergarten in Central Jakarta with a research subject of one hundred and nine students. The results of the research obtained are that there is a relationship between the method of reading storybooks to early childhood literacy skills. The longer the duration of reading stories to children, the higher their literacy skills. Therefore, the method of reading storybooks should be done with a longer duration and frequently, so that children's literacy skills can be maximized.&lt;em&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/div&gt;