Post-test Results Research Articles

Effectiveness of ACLS Training Programs: A Comparative Study of Pre- and Post-Test Results Across Health Professional Groups

Effectiveness of ACLS Training Programs: A Comparative Study of Pre- and Post-Test Results Across Health Professional Groups

Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Tentang Penyakit Hipertensi Pada Lansia

Introduction: Based on data on the prevalence of hypertension in Tasikmalaya Regency in 2021, Most of the hypertension found in the elderly is isolated systolic blood pressure (HST), increased systolic pressure results in a high probability of stroke and myocardial infarction even if the diastolic pressure is within normal limits. Research shows that hypertension occupies 89% of cases of patients aged 45 to 80 years. The presence of hypertension, either HST or a combination of systolic and diastolic is a risk factor for morbidity and mortality for the elderly. Hypertension is still the biggest risk factor for a number of diseases, such as stroke, heart failure, coronary disease, where its role is estimated to be greater than in people who are younger. The purpose of this community service is for the elderly to understand more about hypertension. Objective: Participants in this activity totaled 41 people with an age range of 45 to 80 years Method: This community service goes through several methods and stages consisting of the preparation stage and the activity stage Result: Based on the results of the training, it was found that there was an increase in knowledge with an average increase in post-test results of 16.5 with the highest score in the post-test being 100. Conclusion: Based on community service, after initial treatment, namely by providing pharmacological treatment and non-pharmacological treatment, namely that after being given education, the number increased significantly. Continuous education is carried out to remind that hypertension is a chronic disease that results in complications and requires adherence to diet and drug management as well as changes in lifestyle that are carried out throughout his age.

THE INFLUENCE OF PROBLEM BASED LEARNING (PBL) MODEL ON IMPROVING LEARNING OUTCOMES IN SCIENCE SUBJECTS IN GRADE IV OF SD NURUL HUDA II YAPIS

This study aims to determine whether the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model influences the improvement of learning outcomes in Science subjects in Grade IV of SD Nurul Huda II Yapis for the academic year 2023/2024. The results of this research are expected to be beneficial both theoretically and practically. This study is an experimental research with a quasi-experimental design. Data collection techniques include observation, documentation, and testing. The data analysis technique used is the Independent Samples T test to determine if there is an effect of using the Problem Based Learning model on improving student learning outcomes. Based on the research results, the average scores obtained in the experimental class were 75.96 and in the control class were 65.08, as evidenced by the students' post-test results. The hypothesis testing resulted in a calculated t-value > critical t-value, specifically 2.596 > 1.673, with a significance level less than 0.05 (0.012). This indicates that the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted and the null hypothesis (Ho) is rejected. Therefore, it can be concluded that there is a positive and significant influence of using the Problem Based Learning model on improving learning outcomes in Grade IV of SD Nurul Huda II Yapis for the academic year 2023/2024.

Efektifitas Media Pembelajaran Interaktif Berbasis Adobe Animate CC untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Peserta Didik

Learning media plays an important role as a tool that facilitates the learning process, increases understanding, and motivates students to be more active in the learning process as well as to achieve learning objectives and solutions to improve learning outcomes. This study aims to determine whether interactive learning media based on Adobe Animate CC for grade IV MI / SD in IPAS subjects can improve student learning outcomes, with a special focus on the material of plant body parts. This research uses quantitative methods with the population and sample of class IV MI Nahdatul Ulama Tambak Sumur Waru Sidoarjo. This study was designed to collect data through pre-test and post-test in experimental and control classes. The data from the students' pre-test and post-test results were then analyzed using the SPSS version 29 program. Adobe Animate CC was used to assess students' abilities both before and after the trial. The results of this study show that grade IV learners improved their learning outcomes with an average of 68.78% before using interactive learning media to 85.51% after using the media, this shows that learners can improve their learning outcomes by using interactive learning media based on Adobe Animate CC.

PENGEMBANGAN LKPD BERBASIS CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR KRITIS PADA MATERI SEGI EMPAT DAN SEGITIGA

The purpose of this research to produce Creative Problem Solving (CPS)-based LKPD that meet the criteria of validity, practicality and effectiveness to improve critical thinking skills in quadrilateral and triangle material. The research type is Research and Development (R&D) ADDIE model which Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation and Evaluation. Data collection techniques use observation, interviews, questionnaires and tests. The product test subjects were class VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Patianrowo and SMP Negeri 2 Patianrowo. The results of the research according to expert assessment show that the teaching materials developed have valid criteria. This means that the teaching materials developed are suitable for use by students. The assessment based on the results of teacher and student response tests shows that the teaching materials developed meet the criteria of being very practical. This means that the teaching materials developed can be implemented in the mathematics learning process, especially in quadrilaterals and triangles. The posttest results show that there is a significant difference in critical thinking abilities between the control class and the experimental class. This means that the teaching materials developed have an effect on increasing students' critical thinking skills with the percentage of increase being at a very high effect, namely 80.2%. Based on this assessment, it can be concluded that the teaching materials developed have met the criteria for validity, practicality and effectiveness in improving critical thinking skills of student in quadrilateral and triangular material

Artificial Intelligence Comic Strips (AICS) for Retelling Students’ Experience: Does It Work and How?

Artificial Intelligence Comic Strips (AICS) is a sophisticated combination of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Comic Strips (CS). The use of AICS in the learning process can help students improve their skills, particularly in writing recount texts. This research was completed to seek an answer if AICS works for teaching writing and improving students’ abilities in composing written experiences and to know how AICS works for teaching writing. The research used a quasi-experimental design, and the main sample was eighth-graders at SMP Negeri 1 Subah. The instruments used were pre-test, post-test, and questionnaire. Data analysis and processing were done with SPSS 27. The implementation of AICS increased the average score of students in the experimental class from the pre-test score (60.359) to the post-test score (81.550). The Asymp. Sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.000 in the Wilcoxon test indicates a highly significant difference between the pretest and post-test results. The questionnaire given to students was divided into 3 parts: students' initial ability in writing recount text, students' knowledge of AI and comic strips, and students' experience in using AICS. The questionnaire's findings indicated that the students agreed that using AICS was enjoyable, helped them develop ideas, and provided them with optimism that they would get high scores. In conclusion, implementing AICS can help students write recount texts and motivate them to learn.

Empowerment Tuberculosis Cadres with Participatory Socialization as Effort to Improve The TB Suspect's Achievements at The Sempu’s Public Health Center

Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease with high mortality and morbidity rates in Indonesia, caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The Case Detection Rate (CDR) in Banyuwangi is still relatively low at 54% compared to the set target. In Banyuwangi, one of the Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Yayasan Bhanu Yasa Sejahtera Yabhysa, supports the TB control program in the region. Since 2021, this community has collaborated with the Banyuwangi Health Department to implement community-based TB interventions in 28 Community Health Centers (Puskesmas) spread across 16 districts, with a total of 66 active TB cadres. The aim of this community service is to train Tuberculosis (TB) cadres through socialization to improve the performance of TB suspects in Sempu Banyuwangi Community Health Center. Methods: The analysis of knowledge improvement data used a paired T-test with a 95% Confidence Interval. The test was conducted to evaluate the difference in knowledge improvement before and after education. Results: From the results of this community service, there was an increase in knowledge before and after socialization by 0.06 or 6%. The formation of TB cadres through contact investigation simulation carried out in community service activities resulted in the formation of four cadres. Conclusion: Based on the pre-test and post-test results, respondents showed a 6% increase in knowledge. The hope of this community service is to improve the achievement of TB suspect cases and reduce TB cases in Sempu Community Health Center.

Pengembangan Media Video Tutorial untuk Materi Jurnal Visual di Kelas X SMA Negeri 5 Bukittinggi

This research is a study of development of media video tutorials for learning visual arts in particular visual journal material in students of X grade State High School 5 Bukittinggi. The problem found is that learning is not optimal due to lack of use of learning media. Video tutorials can be used to support the learning process and help teachers deliver learning materials. This research uses the Research and Development method with a 4D model that consists of define, design, develop, and disseminate. Data analysis techniques use qualitative and quantitative descriptive analysis. The test subjects in this study were 42 respondents consisting of 5 experts, 1 cultural art teacher, and 37 students. The results of the study showed that the media, material, and language validation test reached a score of 80-90%. Next, the practicality test by the teacher obtained a rating of 86.67%, the student response rating of the small-scale test obtaining a 94.9% score and the large scale trial obtains a grade of 91.81%. The final stage is the test of effectiveness gained from the pre-test and post-test results. Small scales obtain t_count of 7.17 bigger than t_table of 1.894. Large scales get t_counters of 7.68 larger than tables of 1.701. It can be concluded that the video tutorial media product developed on learning visual arts in particular visual journal material has proven valid, practical and effective to use.

Pengaruh lagu Bahasa Jawa Terhadap Sopan Santun Berbicara Pada Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun

<p><em><span><em>This research aims to determine the influence of Javanese songs on speaking politeness in children aged 5 to 6 years at Kindergarten Pertiwi 2 Dukuhwaluh. The research method used is a quantitative field study using a pre-experimental design. The data collection methods used by researchers are observation, questionnaires, interviews and documentation. Survey instruments or questionnaires are validated by expert assessors. Data analysis carried out was normality testing and hypothesis testing using IBM SPSS Statistics. The following results were obtained: The average score before and after the application of Javanese Songs increased from 23 to 31.11, namely with a percentage increase of 35%; The significance value between the pretest results and the posttest results is 0.001, which means there is a very strong relationship, so Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted. This shows that there is a difference in scores before and after the implementation of the Javanese song; The correlation value between the pretest results and the posttest results is 0.782, which is high, namely close to 1. This means that Javanese songs influence speaking manners in early childhood class B at Kindergarten Pertiwi 2 Dukuhwaluh.</em></span></em></p><p><em><span><em><strong><em>Keywords </em></strong>- <em>early childhood, Javanese songs, speaking manners</em></em></span></em></p><p><em><span><em><br /></em></span></em></p>

Media Disc Triage Assessment on Improving Triage Skills Using the Australasian Triage Scale (ATS) on Students of Kusuma Husada University Surakarta

ABSTRACT The Australasian Triage Scale (ATS) is a tool used by triage officers in the emergency department to assess patient severity and prioritize services based on the severity of the patient's condition. To evaluate the effectiveness of using learning tools in the form of Disc Triage Assessment as a learning medium in improving understanding and accuracy in determining triage by nursing students in using ATS triage. The Community Service method used is quasi-experimental with a pre-post test without control design. Community Service will be carried out on Nursing Study Program Students, Diploma Three Program, Faculty of Health Sciences, Kusuma Husada University. Data analysis was performed using the Wilcoxon test. The pretest results showed that the moderate category was 1 respondent (3.1%) and the poor category was 31 respondents (96.9%). The posttest results with the Good category were 3 respondents (9.4%) and the Fair category were 5 respondents (75.0%). The results of the use of Disc Triage Assessment media show that the p-value is 0.016 (<0.05) which means that there is an effect of Disc Triage Assessment Media on Skills to Determine Australasian Triage Scale (ATS) on Students of Kusuma Husada University Surakarta. Keywords: Media Disc Triage Assessment, Triage skills, Australasian Triage Scale (ATS)

Optimising orthodox style learning in physical education through a variational training model

Background: The research problem is to improve our understanding of how different training approaches can improve bullet-shot results. Research Objectives: This study aims to investigate the impact of different training models on the learning outcomes of orthodox-style shot put. Methods: The research method employed was an experiment with a one-group pre-test and post-test design to enhance student learning outcomes using a varied training model. The subjects consisted of 32 students from a high school in Palembang. The study was conducted over 30 days, with four weekly meetings. During each meeting, 2-3 training models were presented, resulting in a total of 10 variation training models, namely Passing Techniques in Football Baseball, Techniques that Hold the Repulsion, Hanging the Ball, Resisting Pull, Clap Hand, Reject Target, Throwing Darts, Shoot in Target, and Load Rejection One Shoot. Data analysis used SPSS version 23 to calculate the significant value of the pretest and posttest results. Finding/Results: The study found that using varied training models resulted in significantly better learning outcomes in orthodox-style bullet throwing. Conclusion: The study concluded that varied training models have a considerable positive influence on learning outcomes in the orthodox style of instruction. This suggests that the findings contribute to a deeper understanding of effective training methods in sports education and have practical implications for athletic training programs. We could conduct longitudinal studies to investigate the long-term impact of diverse training on skill retention and entry into competitive athletics.

Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Komik Digital pada Pembelajaran IPS Materi Kegiatan Ekonomi Kelas IV SD Negeri 43 Pangkalpinang

This research is motivated by students’ lack of understanding of economic activities due to the inappropriate use of learning media to describe economic activity material and its relationship with various fields of work around where they live. This research aims to produce digital comic learning media for social studies learning material for class IV economic activities at SD Negeri 43 Pangkalpinang that is feasible and practical. The type of research used is research and development (R&D) using the ADDIE (Analyse, Design, Develop, Implement, and Evaluate) development model. The data collection techniques used were interviews, questionnaires, and tests. The data analysis technique is quantitative descriptive using a Likert scale, the Kolmogrov-Smirnov test, and a paired t-test. The subjects in this research were fourth-grade students at SD Negeri 43 Pangkalpinang. This research produces digital comic learning media that is “feasible and practical." This can be seen from the material expert validation percentage results of 88.88% and the media expert validation results of 94.66%. Furthermore, the results of the practicality of learning media from the results of student questionnaire responses in small classes were 97.33%, and the results in large classes were 97.65%. Based on the pretest and posttest results, the average pretest score was 51.66, and the average posttest value was 81.00. Based on the paired t-test results, it was obtained that t_count>t_le was 15.832>1.699, meaning that Ha was accepted.

Efektivitas Model Eliciting Activitis (Meas) Terhadap Kemampuan Representasi Matematis Siswa MTs

The purpose of this research is to describe and obtain data on the influence of Model-Eliciting Activities (MEAs) on the representational ability of MTs students. This type of research is an experimental study with control and experimental groups by observing the results of pretests and posttests. The research instrument is a mathematical representation ability test. The population of this research consists of all students at MTs Madrasah Miftahul Ulum II Punggur Kecil, with the sample being two eighth-grade classes selected purposively from the seven existing classes. Data analysis was conducted using a two-population mean difference test. The results of the study show that the mathematical representation ability of students who received Model-Eliciting Activities is better than that of students who received conventional teaching. The improvement in the mathematical representation ability of students who received Model-Eliciting Activities in both the upper and lower groups is statistically better than that of students who received conventional teaching.

The Effectiveness of Utilizing of the Interactive Reading Approach in Teaching English Language to Grade-7 Learners

Reading is the most challenging macro skill that almost every individual encounters. Hence, the process of learning to read is intricate and multidimensional, requiring the use of multiple subskills connected to speech. Thus, a quantitative quasi experimental method was conducted that aimed to help grade 7 students in Depot Ancestral Domain National High School by conducting a pre-test through Phil-IRI questionnaires mandated by DepEd. Based from the data gathered, it revealed the reading difficulties of grade-7 learners which means these students really need assistance in the field of reading fluency and comprehension. Consequently, utilizing of interactive reading approach in teaching English has a big impact to provide appropriate reading intervention for grade-7 learners in Depot Ancestral Domain National High School. Such as spelling, story-telling, pair reading, chorale reading, writing new vocabulary, solo reading, chain story, reading aloud, making sentences, and role playing. Furthermore, based from their mean post-test result, it showed that their scores reached the standard of Phil- IRI implemented by DepEd. Therefore, such interactive reading approach interventions can quite annihilate reading fluency and comprehension difficulties of grade-7 learners.

Increasing Elderly Knowledge about Hypertension Crisis with Audio-Visual Media

ABSTRACT Hypertensive crisis is the most common problem in the elderly resulting from uncontrolled hypertension. A common problem that is a factor causing a hypertensive crisis is ignorance regarding how to treat and prevent the disease, which increases the risk of a hypertensive crisis, so a means of increasing knowledge is needed, namely audio-visual media. The aim of this activity is to increase the elderly's knowledge about hypertensive crises using audio-visual media. The activity was held on December 21, 2023, regarding audio-visual media education about preventing hypertensive crises in the elderly, located at the Mojogedang Mental Revolution House. There were 42 elderly people who took part in the activity in the elderly posyandu area. The pretest results showed that 15 people (35.7%) dominated the elderly's knowledge as poor. The posttest results showed that knowledge of the elderly was dominated by 18 people (42.9%). The marginal homogeneity test obtained a p value of 0.000, which concluded that audio-visual media is an alternative means of increasing the knowledge of the elderly. In conclusion, community service using audio-visual media methods regarding the prevention of hypertensive crises in the elderly significantly helps in increasing the knowledge of the elderly. Keywords: Audio-visual, Elderly, Health Education, Hypertension Crisis

Efektivitas Model Pembelajaran QODE dan Discovery Learning untuk Meningkatkan Berpikir Kritis Siswa SMP dalam Pelajaran IPA

Purpose – The purpose of this research is to find out how well students' critical thinking skills are in learning science, especially in mixed materials, by using the QODE (Questioning, Organizing, Doing, and Evaluating) and Discovery Learning models.Method – This research method applies quantitative methods. This study involved 49 students from class VIII A and VIII B as subjects with details of 25 students of class VIII A and 24 students of VIII B from SMP Negeri 2 Paron. The data analysis technique used prerequisite test analysis. The data analysis technique uses prerequisite analysis in the form of validity, reliability, normality, and homogeneity tests, while the hypothesis test uses an independent sample t-test.Findings – The QODE learning model is more effective in improving critical thinking skills compared to the Discovery Learning learning model on mixed materials at SMP Negeri 2 Paron with an average posttest value of 81.96> 78.00. The results of the hypothesis test of the posttest value proved that the tcount> ttable (1.677) while the tcount (QODE) was 2.138 and the tcount (Discovery Learning) was 2.128. This indicates a significant difference in the post-test results, which leads to the rejection of H0 and acceptance of H1 which indicates the effectiveness of the model. The result of the t-test value of QODE > Discovery Learning is 2.138 > 2.128 so it can be concluded that the QODE learning model is more effective than Discovery Learning in improving critical thinking in science lessons, especially mixed material for students of SMP Negeri 2 Paron. Research Implications – Students' critical thinking skills can be improved with QODE and Discovery Learning when learning science, especially mixed materials at SMP Negeri 2 Paron where the QODE model is more effective than Discovery Learning.

Improving the social skills of elementary school students through traditional games

Traditional games in today's millennial era are almost unheard of, but most children today spend their free time playing modern games such as smartphones. Seeing this phenomenon makes us concerned because the effects of frequent students playing modern games on gadgets such as smartphones decrease students' social levels. This can be seen from the observations made at State Elementary School (SD Negeri 54 Banda Aceh); children prefer individual activities, are difficult to regulate, and like to argue. The study aimed to determine whether the traditional game of Englolibaba biscuits can improve students’ social skills. This research uses the action research method, which includes planning, action, observation, and reflection. The action given was the traditional game of Englolibaba biscuits. Data collection techniques in this study were observation, interview, and documentation. The sample in this study amounted to 20 fifth-grade students. The results showed increased students' social skills given the action of the traditional game of Englolibaba biscuits. This was proven based on the significant level, where the results stated a significant difference between the pre-test and post-test results. So, it can be concluded that there is an increase in students' social skills after being given the traditional game of Englolibaba biscuits.

INFLUENCE OF THE NEARPOD EDUCATIONAL WEBSITE BASED ON THE PROBLEM BASED LEARNING MODEL ON CRITICAL THINKING ABILITY IN CLASS V ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCIENCE LESSONS

This research aims to test the effect of using the Nearpod educational web based on Problem Based Learning on the critical thinking abilities of class V students at SDN Kembaran. The research method used is quantitative with a one group pretest-posttest research design. The research subjects involved 22 students in class V. The research instruments were an initial test (pretest) and a final test (posttest) which were used to measure critical thinking skills before and after the Nearpod problem-based learning intervention. Data collection was carried out by giving a test in the form of a description of 10 questions which had been tested for validity, reliability, level of difficulty and distinguishing power. Data analysis used descriptive statistical methods and inferential analysis with paired t-test to measure significant differences between pretest and posttest results. The research results showed an increase in the average pretest score of 60.2 while the posttest was 84. Based on the results of the normality test using the Pearson Shapiro Wilk correlation, it can be seen that the Pearson Correlation value obtained a pretest value of 0.527 and a posttest value of 0.548. Both mean they have a strong correlation and mean the data is normally distributed. The results of the correlation test between the pretest and posttest scores show that the probability is 0.000 < 0.50 (5% significance level), so Ho is rejected so it can be concluded that there is a relationship (correlation) between problem-based learning media nearpod and critical thinking skills.

PENGARUH STRATEGI STRENGTHENING, ORIENTATION, INVESTIGATION, EVALUATION (SOIE) TERHADAP LITERASI KIMIA PESERTA DIDIK

This research aims to determine the influence of the Strengthening, Orientation, Investigation, Evaluation (SOIE) strategy on students' chemical literacy at SMA Negeri 1 Lhokseumawe. This research was carried out in the odd semester of the 2023/2024 academic year in classes XI-1 and XI-4. The type of research used is quasi-experiment (quasi-experiment) with a quantitative approach. The sampling technique in this research is purposive sampling. The sample in this study was class X1-I as an experimental class with a total of 36 students and class XI-4 as a control class with a total of 33 students. The research sample has been tested for normality and homogeneity requirements. The data collection technique uses essay questions. The test was carried out at the end (posttest) in the experimental class and control class. Hypothesis testing using the Mann-Whitney test, obtained a sig value. (2-tailed) 0.001 < 0.05 on posttest results. Based on the test results, it can be concluded that there is an influence of the SOIE strategy on students' chemical literacy at SMA Negeri 1 Lhokseumawe and the SOIE strategy can contribute positively to students' chemical literacy on reaction rate material according to the sig value. (2-tailed) 0.000 < 0.05 and strengthens understanding of concepts and encourages active involvement of students in the chemistry learning process.

The Effectiveness of Using Motion Graphics in Acquiring English Vocabulary among Second-Grade Intermediate Students

This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of using motion graphics in teaching a unit of the English language course for the second intermediate grade in acquiring vocabulary among second-grade intermediate students. The study used the English vocabulary test as an instrument to collect data and measure the effectiveness of the independent variable of the study. The test was performed twice, before and after the treatment was applied to the groups. The study used a quasi-experimental design. The study population was selected from one of the female intermediate schools in Unayzah Governorate in Al Qassim region. The study sample consisted of (54) second-grade intermediate Female students aged between (14-15) years, assigned randomly as experimental and control groups. The sample was divided into two groups, (27) students in each. The study concluded that there are statistically significant differences between the average scores of the experimental group students and the scores of the control group students in the results of the vocabulary acquisition post-test in favor of the experimental group. The study recommended using a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs and preferences of learners as well as ensure that the instructional materials and resources are accessible to all students, including those with diverse learning needs and backgrounds.