Group Discussion Method Research Articles

PENDEKATAN SAINTIFIK MODEL DISCOVERY LEARNING DAN METODE DISKUSI KELOMPOK UNTUK MENINGKATKAN AKTIFITAS DAN HASIL BELAJAR PPKN DI KELAS VII 3 MTsN 1 PAYAKUMBUH

Abstract. The background of this research is to see and analyze the improvement in student learning outcomes in PPKN subjects, the subject of forms of cooperation in various areas of life in society through a scientific approach, discovery learning model, group discussion method in Class VII.3 MTsN 1 Payakumbuh. This research uses the Classroom Action Research method which consists of two cycles, where each cycle consists of; planning, action, observation and reflection. Data is processed in each cycle and then analyzed using percentages. The results of research using a scientific approach, the Discovery Learning model, the group discussion method, can improve students' activities and learning outcomes. This is evident from the increase in student learning activities in the pre-cycle which was 36%, in the first cycle 55% and in the second cycle 83%. For pre-cycle teacher activities it was 55%, for cycle I 75% and increased in cycle II to 91%. for learning completeness, knowledge increased from pre-cycle 72.82=41%, cycle I 76.15=72%, and cycle II 85.89=82%. For skill learning completeness, namely pre-cycle 70.77=44%, cycle I 71.54=54%, and cycle II 80.64=85%. Conclusion: By using the scientific approach to the Discovery Learning model, the group discussion method can improve student learning outcomes.

Towards A Strategy for Pro-Poor Tourism Development in Pakistan: Exploring New Horizons

The study holds significance as it has the potential to establish sustainable and inclusive tourism practices in Pakistan, simultaneously promoting economic growth and addressing the requirements of marginalized communities. This study tried to explore the hidden tourist attractions for pro-poor tourism development in Pakistan and specifically studied the tourist attractions of Khushab district. Focus group discussion method have been used to collect information from the respective area. Moreover, the study tried to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the tourism industry to make Khushab district as one of the good tourist attraction points of Pakistan. The study reveals that the travel industry faces challenges in various areas, including limited advertising efforts, inadequate infrastructure, and inadequate transportation. Stakeholders suggest the need for improved facilities, particularly for women and children, and the need for redesigning and examining significant structures and locations. They also advocate for liberal government approaches to support local and global investments, land acquisition, and promoting new ventures. Governments are increasingly focusing on promoting and promoting the travel industry, but a proper physical and restricted system is crucial for its growth.

Glimpsing Indonesia’s Social Media Discourse: What Goes on During the Covid-19 Infodemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an "infodemic", of false and true information circulating on social media platforms. This phenomenon has posed various challenges in implementing disaster management programs to mitigate the effects of the pandemic, both globally and specifically in Indonesia. This study seeks to investigate the public's perception of social media discourse during the COVID-19 infodemic in Indonesia. Both primary and secondary data were collected to gain a comprehensive understanding of the issue. The primary data was collected through a focused group discussion (FGD) method. Meanwhile, secondary data sources were gathered using a literature review of scholarly articles. Approximately 60 articles were selected from sources such as Google Scholar and PubMed, published between 2019 and 2022. The articles were selected based on their relevance of the topic discussion. The study used Critical Discourse Analysis by Fairclough and Wodak (1997) to analyze the data. Both of the data were then synthesized to glimpse how the infodemic has impacted various disaster management efforts across various parts of the country. The results revealed that the infodemic has worsened public perceptions of how the Indonesian government handles COVID-19 as well as disrupting various disaster management processes. The study finds that the infodemic's impact on the public's perception has resulted in misinformation hampering effective pandemic management efforts. By recognizing the severity of the infodemic and working to combat it, Indonesia can more effectively manage the COVID-19 pandemic and minimize its negative impact on the public.

Economic Barriers to Success of Income Generating Activities of People with Disability: Evidence from Iringa Municipal Council, Tanzania

Experience in developing countries suggests that People with Disabilities (PWDs) are earning significantly less from self-employment and the share of self-employment income in the total income of their household is lower than for the people without disabilities. This study investigates the economic barriers to the success of Income Generating Activities (IGAs) of PWDs in Iringa Municipal Council, Tanzania. The study adopted a mixed method approach targeting PWDs undertaking IGAs in the study area. A sample size of 60 key respondents and 10 key informants were drawn using purposive sampling technique. Questionnaire, interview and focus group discussion methods were used to collect primary data, while documentary review was used to collect secondary data. The study found that limited access to credits due to existence of unfriendly conditions and procedure; being not trusted by financial providers; lack of entrepreneurship education due to difficulty to reach training location and lack of information; and lack of reliable market for their IGAs commodities were the economic barriers to the success of IGAs undertaken by PWDs in the study area. The study recommends some ways to improve IGAs undertaken by PWDs that include stakeholders’ innovation to allow flexibility in addressing PWDs barriers to credit accessibility, entrepreneurship education, and markets of their business commodities.

Model Pembelajaran Cooperative Learning Tipe Jigsaw Pada Mata Kuliah Manajemen Pemasaran Prodi Manajemen FEB Universitas Jambi

In participating in learning, students' abilities vary, including in the Marketing Management Course in the Management Study Program, even though the students are in the same class, the learning methods are the same and the material presented is also the same. It is often found that the ability of one student is far more than the class average and other students, while some are far below the class average. This can be seen when learning using the discussion/question and answer method is often dominated by intelligent students so that students with low abilities do not provide opportunities. Apart from that, when this conventional pattern is applied, student absorption in Marketing Management courses is low, which is also caused by their low learning motivation. In general, they think that this course is not important so they are lazy to take this course. Some students also think that this course does not make a contribution to their knowledge. In this case, one effort to create an effective learning process is through Jigsaw Type Cooperative Learning because it is very suitable for subjects such as social science lessons, literature, some scientific science lessons and other fields where the learning objective is more about mastering concepts. rather than mastery of abilities. Jigsaw type cooperative learning method, students work together to achieve the same goal. Each group member is required to be responsible for their learning outcomes, because the success of the group is based on the contribution of each group member. The results of the research concluded that the Jigsaw technique cooperative learning method had a positive influence on learning outcomes (cognitive aspects). This can be explained that the activities in cooperative learning using the jigsaw technique are different from the group discussion method. It can be explained that in the jigsaw cooperative learning method, students work together to achieve the same goal. Each group member is required to be responsible for their learning outcomes, because the success of the group is based on the contribution of each group member. In this way, each student is motivated to learn, encouraging each other and helping each other among group members to learn optimally

Buddhism in Agrarian Society of Rural Bengal: Perspectives of Belief Systems with a Focus on Ritual and Deities

Buddhism was the State Religion of Bengal at least for more than four hundred years between mid of 8th century and 12th century during the Pala reign in Bengal. In the 2011 Indian census, the percentage of Buddhists in West Bengal was 0.31% while in Bangladesh less than 1% of the total population is now a follower of Buddhism. Most of the Buddhists were converted to Islam during the Sultanate rule in Bengal while Hinduism silently took over many of their shrines and deities. This paper is an attempt to revisit the cultural landscape of early Buddhism in Bengal along with a focus on the elements of Buddhist culture in folk life applying cultural geographical methodologies and examining the presence of Buddhist rituals and deities in agrarian society in sublime form. A literature review was followed by extensive fieldwork during festivities of the shrines of Hindu deities having a connection with early Buddhism of Bengal. Along with participant observation during ritualistic practices, interviews, and focus group discussion methods have been applied involving stakeholders to obtain qualitative data for analysis. The results reveal the various manifestations of the interplay between the process of universalization and parochialization in the dynamism of the evolving belief system of an apparently Non-Buddhist folk society of the present day, the root of the culture of which was exclusively Buddhist.

The Effectiveness of Reproductive and Sexual Health Education by Counselling and Small Group Discussion on Knowledge and Attitudes of Adolescents Aged 16-17 Years

Adolescents are in a phase of rapid growth and development physically, psychologically, intellectually, socially, and sexually. This gives rise to great curiosity and a tendency to take risks without consideration. This causes various consequences, including sexual transmitted diseases and unwanted pregnancies. This research aims to explain the effectiveness of reproductive and sexual health education using counselling and small group discussion methods on adolescents' level of knowledge and attitudes. This research is a quasi-experimental study with two treatment groups and one control group. A total of 154 teenagers from 556 respondents were involved using the proportional random sampling method. Each treatment group was treated with different learning methods, namely the lecture and small group discussion methods, totaling 154 respondents. Data was collected using a before and after questionnaire, then analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test and Mann Whitney Test with a significance level of p<0.005. The results of the research show that the effectiveness of the lecture method and small group discussion is: 1) knowledge about the small group discussion method and the lecture method have the same significance value p=0.000 (<0.05), 2) attitudes towards the behavior of the counselling method are significantly different compared to small group discussion p=0.000 (<0.05). In conclusion, small group discussion method is better used to increase knowledge and attitudes towards sexual and reproductive health behavior in adolescents.

Platform and e-commerce design for Indonesian family businesses

The COVID-19 pandemic has required the adoption of digital platforms and e- commerce for family businesses in Indonesia. This digital transformation is not only crucial for their survival but also for their growth and long-term success. By embracing digital technologies, family businesses can adapt to the "new normal" reestablish their operations and capitalize on the opportunities presented by the evolving digital ecosystem. This article aims to provide an overview of the platform and e-commerce design for Indonesia family businesses. The data was collected from six family businesses through interview, observation, and focus group discussion method. The results have shown the development of two types of designs platform for e-commerce Indonesian family business including general platform designs and detailed platform designs. The general platform design aims to explain the components of the online platform, while the detailed platform design provides a more detailed description of the activities conducted on the platform.

Understanding Shiminhua in Chinese Greater Bay Area: Internalizing urban identity and negotiating place attachment

AbstractThis article aims to investigate the following question: How does the process of urbanization of rural–urban migrants (shiminhua) unfold in Chinese cities? It focuses on the urbanization of people in the contextualized concept of shiminhua. This paper mainly adopted qualitative methods of focus group discussions (FGDs) and semi‐structured interviews in three cities in the Greater Bay Area of China (GBA). The results indicate that shiminhua is an incremental process of gaining internalized urban identity and negotiated place attachment. It implies that successful shiminhua process in the GBA consists of efforts from multiple levels of stakeholders. Regional policy and urban governance strategy should understand shiminhua more comprehensively to facilitate successful shiminhua process.

FACTORS AFFECT THE BEHAVIOR OF USING CASHBACK PROGRAMS: BAYESIAN ALGORITHM

The paper explored factors that affect the behavior of using cashback programs by applying the Bayesian algorithm. The payback model is an international commercial strategy that encourages shopping. The US and the UK are where the "cashback" business model first appeared. It is now used in many other nations, including Vietnam. There are four factors behavior of using cashback programs Ease of Use (EU), Perceived Risk (PR), Using Intention of Cashback (UIC), and Personal Capacity (PC). The paper uses quantitative and qualitative methods. With the qualitative method, we implement the group discussion method to discuss with the group members about the survey questionnaire before launching the official survey. After discussing and discussing, the members kept the questionnaire. Quantitative methods were applied and the design of the study was descriptive and explained for this research model. The data collection method is by questionnaire, a survey designed on Google Form Tool, and sending surveys through social networks Facebook and Zalo. The survey is conducted in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in 2023. Bayesian Algorithm for the Using Behavior of Cashback (UBC) revealed that there is one independent factor. Personal Capacity (PC) has a positive influence on the Using Behavior of Cashback (UBC). Therefore, the implication given to businesses of the cashback program is to put prestige first, implementing policies on customer information security to create a trust for customers. Since this is a financial-related market, reputation is a factor that customers care about, so reputable businesses will attract more customers.

Development of Agro-Edutourism Based on Sustainable Agroindustry in Ngestiharjo Village, Kulon Progo

Lestari Mulya (LM) Agro-Edutourism is one of the Agro-Edutourisms included in the Aerotropolis Area, which is a tourist area supporting Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) in Kulon Progo Regency. This Agro-Edutourism is a tourist destination designed for educational purposes for children who have received early childhood education and kindergarten students. The community services aim to support members of the Lestari Mulya Women Farmer Group as managers of the Agro-Edutourism to discover their potential, identify development alternatives and assist them to become a sustainable agroindustry. Rapid Rural Appraisal (RRA), Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) methods were used by the Universitas Gadjah Mada community services team to gather the information needed for further development planning. The results of the in-depth interviews showed that there is potential for the land and that some ideas can be developed to improve the quality of Agro-Edutourism products. The Lestari Mulya Women Farmers Group was able to use the FGD method to design a safer and more comfortable layout for the area. The community services team has developed a master plan proposal to apply for funding to improve infrastructure to support faster development of the Agro-Edutourism

The Impact of Three-Step Interview towards Students’ Speaking Skill at the Eleventh Grade of Senior High School Adhyaksa 1 Jambi

This research was made to find out whether there is any good impact after the Three-Step Interview Method was applied to the students of the eleventh grade of Senior High School Adhyaksa 1 Jambi. This research used quantitative method, and true experimental design to approach the students with pretest-posttest control group design. Through simple random sampling technique, the researcher took 48 students as the sample of this research, with the total population of 140 students. XI MIPA 1 was chosen as the control class and XI MIPA 2 as the experimental class. The technique of distributing the data was speaking test where the students were asked to give their opinion using English through the given case, with pre-test, treatments, and post-test. This research used t test as the data analysis technique with Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for Windows version 21 program. The results that were found in this research are: (1) students’ speaking skill taught by using the Three-Step Interview method reached the mean of 20,00; (2) students’ speaking skill taught by using the normal group discussion method reached the mean of 19,21; (3) students’ speaking skill taught by using the Three-Step Interview method is higher than students’ speaking skill taught by using the normal group discussion method with a value of Sig. 0.000 > 0.05. Therefore, there is a significant impact in using Three-Step Interview for the students’ speaking skill.

Social representations of gender and their influence in Supported Employment: employment specialists’ experiences in Sweden

Purpose Gender differences have been found in the outcomes of vocational rehabilitation (VR) and in Supported Employment (SE), therefore, the purpose of this study was to explore employment specialists’ (ES) social representations of gender in relation to work and VR and how these social representations influence the ES’s work in the VR process according to SE. Methods The qualitative method of focus group discussions was employed. Ten focus groups were held with 39 ESs from four categories of SE organizations in Sweden. Topic analysis was applied to the transcribed material from the focus groups. Results Five themes with different social representations about gender and disability in relation to VR and working life formed in the analysis: (1) differences in personal and health factors among VR-participants, (2) gender norms in society influencing VR, (3) energy-intensive environmental issues influencing VR, (4) gender-specific interactions in VR, and (5) gendered paths in the welfare system. Conclusion Social representations of higher strains on women with disabilities compared to men with disabilities both in private and working life, which reflect the lived experiences of the ESs, is a possible explanation for gender differences in VR and working life for persons with disabilities. IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATION Gender differences in the outcomes of vocational rehabilitation (VR) interventions have been noticed worldwide. In this study, pervasive social representations about gender and disability in relation to VR were found, but also unconsciousness about gender among VR professionals. Therefore, awareness of gender is necessary in VR. Individualized and person-centered approaches to VR like Supported Employment, although considered best practice, might hide structures like gender, which could lead to reproducing discriminating processes and therefore not achieving gender equality in VR. Therefore, knowledge of discrimination is important in VR. Gender-sensitivity in vocational rehabilitation models with a person-centered and individualized approach is needed and there might also be a need to systematically tailor vocational rehabilitation models to reach gender equality in the outcomes of the interventions. Therefore, gender equality indicators are needed for VR models, to evaluate model effectiveness from a gender perspective.

Roles of Instructors in Enhancing Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Towards Learners’ Academic Progress in Iringa Municipality, Tanzania

Most of the Open and Distance Learning students face the challenges of poor academic progress when they relay on private and self-learning without any assistance from the teachers (instructors). Therefore, this study assessed the role of Instructors in Enhancing Open and Distance Learning (ODL) Towards Learners’ Academic Progress in Iringa Municipality, Tanzania. Specifically, the study had two research questions namely: What are the services performed by instructors in enhancing learning through ODL in Iringa Municipality? What are the impacts of instructors in facilitating ODL learners toward academic performance? The study was methodologically operationalized by qualitative research approach and was guided by case study design. The target population was the Regional Resident Tutor, instructors and students from Open and Distance Learning (ODL). The total sample size involved 40 respondents. Data was collected through interview and focus group discussion methods. The data were analysed through the use of thematic analysis. The findings of this study revealed that provision of study materials such as modules and notes for further reading, face-to-face meetings, and guidance and counselling services are the services provided by ODL. Furthermore, this study revealed out that instructors have a great role in Open and Distance Learning leaners since, the guidance and counselling services provided to the students help them in various ways such as improving their studying skills and techniques. It is concluded that Tanzania government under the High Education Students Loan Board (HESLB) should provide loans even for ODL students to reduce the cost of education such as tuition fee, stationery, accommodation and meal. Finally, the government should oversee again the cost of ODL if possible, there is also a need to reduce the tuition fee and improve the infrastructure and resources such as libraries, classes and ICT facilities and services.

Comparative Analysis of Student Understanding Levels Using Lecture, Group Discussion and Information Technology- Based Methods of Postpartum Care Education at 'Aisyiyah University Surakarta

Postpartum care is one of the most essential subjects in midwifery program which student needs to obtain. This provides students with abilities based on concepts, attitudes, skills and the results of critical thinking as well as an evidence base in practice. This study aims to analyze the comparison of students' understanding levels using information technology-based, lecture and group discussion methods about postpartum care education at 'aisyiyah Surakarta University, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. The method used was data collection ,form of interviews and questionnaires, related to midwifery care material/competencies using lecture, group discussion and information technology-based methods with a total of 37 students as respondents. Calculation the level of understanding using a Likert Scale, Validity Test (T-count, T-table) and Reliability Test, to find out the results of a comparison of learning models with lecture, group discussion and information technology-based methods. Results : The level of understanding using the lecture method is 81%, 94% in the group discussion method and 100% in information technology-based methods. Conclusion : It can be concluded that the learning model which is most in demand by students and has a strongly high level of comprehension was using information technology-based methods.

Edukasi Water Management kepada Masyarakat: Mencegah Kebakaran Lahan Gambut dan Pemanfaatan Lahan Gambut untuk Pertanian di Desa Kuta Padang Kabupaten Aceh Barat

Education activities on water management and peatland utilization were carried out in Kuta Padang Villages, Bubon Subdistrict, West Aceh Regency. Involving 20 participants, including village officials, this water management education emphasized the importance of peat rewetting (Rewetting) and canal closure as the main strategies in addressing degradation and the risk of peatland fires. Through the Focused Group Discussion (FGD) method, participants were taught about fluctuations in groundwater levels, the identification of canal blocking construction, and the utilization of peatlands for agriculture. The results of the activity showed an increase in community understanding of the impact of peatland ecosystem damage and its connection to land fires. Education also discussed fluctuations in groundwater levels as a crucial element in water management, providing a better understanding of groundwater dynamics in peatlands. The selection of efficient food and horticultural crops for shallow peatlands became a focus in land utilization for agriculture.

Building the Character of Science Students through Innovative Learning Based on Process Skills During the Covid-19 Pandemic

The aim of this research is to describe student character through innovative learning based on process skills in class IX of Jambi Medan Private High School during the Covid-19 pandemic. This research is qualitative research, the research subjects were 34 students in class IX of Jambi Medan Private High School. Data collection techniques were obtained through interviews and questionnaires. The research results show that the science learning process in class IX of Jambi Medan Private High School during the Covid-19 pandemic was carried out offline using a shift system by applying a discovery learning model with a process skills-based approach and combined with several learning methods of mind mapping, group discussions, questions and answers and assignments. Student participation in learning during the Covid-19 pandemic was good. Students participate actively in the learning process. Assessment of student learning outcomes reaches the Minimum Completeness Criteria (KKM).

Implementasi Transfer Pengetahuan Pertanahan Melalui Penyuluhan dan Klinik Pertanahan Desa

The presence of land and spatial issues in the Bejiharjo Urban Village presents a significant challenge in providing understanding and awareness to the community in its management. Transfer of knowledge to raise awareness among the people of Bejiharjo faces challenges such as strong institutional and political bureaucracy, geographical diversity of the region, and people's educational backgrounds. This paper presents the findings of a qualitative study, the data for which was gathered through the focus group discussion (FGD) method and interviews with 20 residents. Discussions focused on conveying the diversity of potential areas worth developing, while interviews were used to address land and spatial issues. The findings show that counseling about the diversity of regional potentials and providing solutions to land problems can be used to foster community empowerment, improve the quality of land services, and meet the community's security needs for their land. However, the uniformity of land service requirements, the ease of bureaucracy in each institution, and the political will of the authorities to assist residents in the regions are the keys to achieving social welfare

The Role of Financial Reports for MSMEs in Gianyar District

MSMEs play an important role as the driving wheel of the regional economy. Financial statements are one of the components that can be used as a barometer to assess business development. The results of the BPS survey show an increase in the quantity of MSMEs after the new normal (2020). However, is this increase in line with quality? There are still many assumptions that the process of preparing financial statements is very complicated. Not even a few who have not prepared financial reports. This research was conducted in Gianyar Regency, as one of the areas where MSME growth has been very fast compared to other districts in Bali Province from 2020 until now. This study analyzes MSME perceptions of financial statements, constraints and influences on the preparation of financial reports on MSMEs with a descriptive approach using the focus group discussion (FGD) method and supported by the results of a questionnaire survey. Involved 10 informants and 100 respondents selected through purposive sampling. The results of this study are expected to be able to provide consideration for SMEs regarding the importance of preparing financial reports in running a business. It is our hope that the output of this research can be additional literacy as well as input on the importance of financial reports and the role of accounting in business development. As well as shifting the accounting paradigm from making it difficult to accounting to help businesses.

Analisis Metode Pembelajaran Bahasa Arab di Madrasah Aliyah Laboratorium UINSU Medan

This research aims to determine the method of learning Arabic in the Madrasah Aliyah Labolatorium UINSU Medan by using a type of field research with qualitative research method, which is the object of research for Arabic subject teachers and the methods used in learning Arabic. The method used at the Madrasah Aliyah Labolatorium UINSU is tu use various method and adapt tu the material to be tought and also the methods that are commonly used, namerly the group discussion method, demonstration method, field trip method and translation method. The method used was implemented well an made it easier for students at the Madrasah Aliyah Labolatorium UINSU to understand the lessons conveyed by the teacher. The importence of using methods and choosing metgots that are appropriate to the material ti be taught in learning Arabic will make it easier for students to understand learning and create affective an efficient learning.