High School Learners Research Articles

Assessing students’ perceptions and preferences for Blackboard at a South African public university

This study examines students’ perceptions and preferences for Blackboard at a South African public university. When the South African government, driven by COVID-19, announced the closure of schools in March 2020 for high school learners, home-schooling became the only option despite challenges such as lack of internet access, family support and computer access. This paper argued that learners were not prepared for home-schooling, which would negatively affect those in rural areas. It would be worse when they enrol for higher education as most universities in SA had adopted online learning. A quantitative research approach was used, and a sample of 370 first-year students was selected. The result showed that most first years found Blackboard easy and very easy to use. Moreover, the results show that despite this, some students preferred face-to-face learning more than Blackboard. This suggests that whilst Blackboard had its appeal, students still found comfort in familiar learning systems, especially considering that they had used such systems for most of their learning lives.

Penggunaan Media Pembelajaran Audio Visual Pada Pembelajaran Biolodi di SMP

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of audio-visual learning media on Biology learning in junior high school. The method used is literature study by analyzing articles, books, and relevant literature sources. The data sources that will be used in this study are scientific articles, books, journals, research reports, and other literature sources that are relevant and related to the use of audio-visual learning media in biology learning. The data analysis method used in this study is literature analysis or systematic literature review. The results of the study show that the use of audio-visual learning media significantly improves students' understanding in learning Biology. This medium helps students better visualize complex biological concepts, such as fertilization and embryonic development. In addition, audio-visual learning media also increases student involvement in the learning process, making it more interactive. However, there are several challenges in the use of audio-visual learning media, such as limited access to technology in some schools and high multimedia content development costs. Therefore, it is recommended that schools improve their technological infrastructure and train teachers in the effective use of this medium. The implication of this study is that audio-visual learning media can be used effectively to improve students' understanding of complex biology materials

Aprendizaje activo en enseñanza media: creencias docentes que facilitan y obstaculizan su aplicación

The health crisis has accentuated the teaching-learning challenges in the national school system, highlighting the urgency of improving educational quality. To achieve this, it is essential to improve pedagogical practices in classrooms, moving from conventional methods to student-centered strategies. This allows active and conscious participation in their challenges and achievements, adapting to current needs. This research analyzes the beliefs of secondary school teachers in Chile through a multiple case study in three high schools in the Metropolitan Region. The opportunities and difficulties linked to active learning in high schools that apply a teacher professional development program were explored. The results reveal that teachers incorporate their beliefs about active learning, considering factors such as the diversity of students, the development of skills such as inquiry and reflection, and the challenges that come with the transition from a traditional to an active approach. These findings indicate that teachers are willing to adopt active learning, demonstrating a commitment to improvement, which increases the challenge for the educational system to provide the necessary tools to make this possible.

Modeling damped spring vibration using python to train students' critical thinking and scientific reasoning

Programming has been carried out to model the vibration of a mass spring system with no damping and with damping variations using Python programming language coding. This research aims to simulate the simple harmonic vibration of a mass spring (without damping) and the vibration of a damped mass spring. The programming is designed after formulating the equations of motion of damped mass spring vibrations that behave as second-order differential equations and analyzing the numerical formulation of the Feynman-Newton algorithm arrangement. The method used is experimentation using python to simulate the vibration of the spring. Simulation by varying the damping constant (c = 0, c < √4mk, c = √4mk, and c > √4mk). The simulation results show various vibration graphs, namely simple harmonic vibration, under damped vibration, critically damped vibration, and over damped vibration. The shape of the vibration graph is influenced by the mass, spring constant, and damping constant. The greater the damping constant, the less the maximum speed of vibration. This research has succeeded in visualizing the simple harmonic vibration of a massless spring (without damping) and the vibration of a damped massless spring. This modeling can help the physics learning process in high school in understanding the concept of spring vibration to obtain critical reasoning in accordance with physical phenomena. Modeling of damped spring vibrations using Python can be used as a physics learning media on vibration material to train scientific and critical reasoning skills, and as a learning innovation because it is a new thing where the curriculum and high school learning in Indonesia are not used to being delivered.

The Influence of Using Banyuwangi Local History Sources on Awareness History Student Senior High School August 17, 1945 Banyuwangi

The problems that will be studied in this research are: (1) How are local historical sources used in history learning in high school 17 August 1945 Banyuwangi?, (2) What is the historical awareness of high school students? 17 August 1945 Banyuwangi?, (3) Is there an influence of the use of local historical sources on high school students' historical awareness? 17 August 1945 Banyuwangi? Population research is student SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 17 August 1945 Banyuwangi. In taking samples in the field using random sampling techniques by taking a sample of 20 students from each State High School in Banyuwangi. The variables of this research are: use of local historical sources and historical awareness of high school students 17 August 1945 Banyuwangi. Data uses a questionnaire (questionnaire). Research data was analyzed using descriptive percentage techniques and regression analysis. The results of this research show that utilization local history sources, Historical Awareness in SMA 17 August 1945 Banyuwangi is included in the criteria as quite good. The results of the regression analysis show that for every increase in the use of local historical sources by 1 unit, it increases students' historical awareness was 0.51. Meanwhile, the magnitude of the influence The use of local historical sources on students' historical awareness is 24.1%, the remainder is influenced by other variables not included in this this research. Based on the research results, there is an influence of the use of local historical sources in Banyuwangi Regency on the historical awareness of high school students 17 August 1945, Banyuangi Regency.

Development of Spiritual Intelligence through the Learning of Aqidah Akhlak (Case Study of Madrasah Aliyah YTP Kertosono)

This article aims to elucidate the process of developing spiritual intelligence through learning in an Islamic high school (madrasah aliyah). Therefore, understanding of ethics and spirituality must be established as its foundation. In this madrasah, spiritual intelligence is cultivated through various methods, one of which is through the subject of aqidah akhlak (ethics and morality). This research adopts a qualitative field research approach, which involves procedures that generate descriptive data in the form of written or spoken words and observed behaviors. Data collection techniques include participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data analysis employs reflective thinking (data reduction, data presentation, conclusion drawing). Data validity is checked through researcher involvement extension, observation diligence, triangulation, and auditing. The study reveals that planning begins with setting learning objectives, selecting methods, choosing media, and evaluation, all of which are accommodated in the lesson plans (RPP) derived from the syllabus, curriculum framework (prota), and annual program (promes). This investigation also finds that the implementation of this planning involves an emotional approach, where educators attempt to activate the affective domain of learners. Building positive behaviors among learners is done repeatedly using dogmatic, deductive, and inductive methods. The study also presents several outcomes after the implementation of the planning, such as a more conducive learning environment, improvement in the moral and spiritual aspects of learners, prevention of negative behaviors, control of learners' emotions, and the cultivation of strong aqidah and virtuous behavior among learners.

Enhancing Junior High School Students' Motivation and Learning Outcomes in Jember through the Implementation of Digital Learning Module Media in Science Practical Skills

Science practicum learning in junior high schools often faces obstacles, such as limited practicum equipment, limited practicum space, and limited practicum time. This can cause students to experience difficulties in understanding science concepts and developing scientific skills. The solution to overcome these obstacles is to utilize digital learning media. Digital learning media, such as the Digital Learning Module (DLM), offers various benefits, such as easy and interactive access to information This research method uses a pre test post test design, the results obtained in this research. With the results obtained 0.007 < 0.08 (satisfied significance), Fcount > Ftable = 8.059 > 4.18 (indicating that there is an influence of related variables), it is concluded that H0 is rejected and H1 was accepted with a percentage value of successful application of variables of 83.2%. Online learning media (Digital Learning Module) is a method used by teachers to convey lessons to students. Because delivery takes place in educational interactions, learning media can be interpreted as a tool used by teachers in establishing relationships with students during teaching

Geography teacher profile towards geospatial technology usage for geography learning in senior high school

Geography teacher profile towards geospatial technology usage for geography learning in senior high school

Students’ critical awareness of the internet and social media use as resources for Islamic learning in Indonesian public senior high schools

ABSTRACT The internet and social media as sources of learning have played a vital role in education. However, the use of the internet and social media-based materials for students learning about Islam in the school context has yet to be widely known. This study describes students’ attempts to maximise internet and social media to enlighten their understanding of Islamic learning materials at senior high schools. The authors collected data through face-to-face interviews with students who actively participated in school-based extracurricular organisations. The study suggested that the internet and social media have impacted learners’ approaches to learning about Islam in schools. Islamic teaching methods at school levels no longer centre on teachers; instead, they focus on students. The results further indicated that students search for the internet and social media-based Islamic learning resources and discuss them online in whatsApp groups or offline in extracurricular groups. Students also show their open and rational attitudes instead of being hypocritical and bound to one religious madzhab.

Reading Motivation and Reading Comprehension of Senior High School Learners: A Descriptive-Correlational Approach

Reading Motivation and Reading Comprehension of Senior High School Learners: A Descriptive-Correlational Approach

Indigenous Wisdom-Based Literature at Buru Island: Situation and Need Analysis for Developing Indonesian Teaching Materials

The study of language and literature today are inseparable. Unfortunately, the phenomenon of Indonesian learning in junior high schools is in a hesitant position due to the lack of formulating literature as teaching material including indigenous wisdom-based literature that can threaten the extinction of indigenous literature. At Buru Island, literature learning is integrated into Indonesian subjects, but the teachers there are more focused on teaching language using general literature rather than indigenous wisdom literature. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the situation and needs analysis of the indigenous wisdom-based literature in teaching Indonesian language at Buru Island. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researchers employed Research and Development (R&D) applying Borg and Gall’s steps. This method has certain procedures for the information collecting data related to the situation and needs analysis of 350 junior high school students through questionnaire distribution, interview, and observation toward the process of Indonesian teaching in the classroom. The situation of learning literature in the study involved (1) the law of local content learning, (2) curriculum, (3) syllabus, (4) lesson plan, (5) coursebooks, (6) teachers’ competence, and (7) stakeholders’ concerns, while, the students’ need analysis involved (1) current ability and interest in literature, (2) feedback of students’ ability and interest in literature, (3) literature skills priority, (4) learning style, (5) literature learning facilities and infrastructure, (6) literature materials on indigenous wisdom, (7) coursebook of indigenous wisdom-based literature, and (8) learning approaches and strategies based on indigenous wisdom. The result shows that there were still many shortages in implementing of indigenous wisdom-based literature learning in junior high schools, so students’ ability and interest were lack. Therefore, the situation and need analysis becomes very important to be explored and to be a consideration in designing course books in indigenous wisdom-based literature for the future.

Exploring the Application Strategy of Situational Teaching Method in English Classroom

In the process of teaching English in junior high school, English teachers will apply a variety of teaching methods, among which the situational approach is a common one. Situational teaching is a method in which English teachers combine teaching contents with specific teaching situations by applying some teaching methods. Situational teaching method can effectively promote students' active participation in junior high school English class, which is conducive to students' deep understanding of English teaching content, enhance students' enthusiasm in learning junior high school English knowledge, and promote students' effective understanding of English teaching materials through familiar teaching situations, and improve the efficiency of junior high school English teaching and learning. The purpose of this article is to discuss how to apply contextual teaching method in English classroom to improve students' English learning efficiency.

Development of Feature Based Learning Media Instagram in Learning Writing Procedure Text at SMP Negeri 2 Imogiri Yogyakarta

The objectives of this research: (1) to determine the development of learning media based on Instagram features with the 4-D model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate) in learning procedural text writing skills for class VII junior high school students. (2) describe the feasibility of learning media based on Instagram features in learning text writing skills in class VII junior high school learning procedural texts. (3) describe the practicality of learning media based on Instagram features in learning procedural text writing skills in class VII junior high school. This research developed with 4D model and carried out at SMP Negeri 2 Imogiri in 2023/2024. The subjects of this research were students in class VII F with a sample of 15 students. The development procedure was carried out in four stages, namely define, design, develop, disseminate. Data collection techniques used student response questionnaires, media expert validation sheets, material expert validation sheets, pretest and posttest. The results of this research show: (1) the Instagram feature-based learning media developed for learning procedural text writing skills for class VII students at SMP Negeri 2 Imogiri has been carried out in accordance with the stages of the 4-D Model, namely Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate, (2) the process of developing learning media based on Instagram features is carried out in stages, namely (1) definition, (2) design, (3) development and (4) implementation. (2) Instagram feature-based learning media developed for learning procedure text writing skills for class VII students of SMP Negeri 2 Wonogiri with the 4-D model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate) is suitable as a learning media. The results of the assessment from experts on the media being developed obtained a score of 3.4, including in the good category, and the assessment from material experts was 3, including in the good category. (3) Instagram feature-based learning media developed for class VII students at SMP Negeri 2 Imogiri in learning procedural text writing skills using the 4-D model was declared practical for use in learning. the percentage of student learning completeness from 20% to 73.3% was declared valid.

A Study on the Impact of Khan Academy Videos: Enhancing Grade 11 Thermodynamics Learning in a Rural High School

In the realm of science education, traditional teaching methods face challenges in catering to diverse learning preferences. This study investigates the efficacy of Khan Academy Videos (KAVs) in improving educational quality, specifically in rural thermodynamics instruction. The research involved 88 students and one teacher, with one group taught using traditional methods (control group [CG]) and the other using KAVs (experimental group [EG]). Results show significant improvements in learning outcomes and engagement with KAV integration, with EG scores improving by 61% compared to 31% in the CG. Pre-tests and post-tests were conducted to establish baseline understanding and measure academic performance, while a mixed-method approach analyzed results and feedback. Findings indicate that KAV integration positively influences student performance, offering valuable enhancements for resource-limited rural schools. This study underscores the transformative potential of KAV-integrated teaching in addressing educational challenges and elevating teaching quality.

Evaluation of Chatbot AI Application in Accounting Learning in High Schools: Challenges and Impacts

This research aims to explore the implementation of AI chatbot as a learning aid in accounting subjects at SMK Batik 1 Surakarta. With a background to the need for learning innovations that can meet the expectations of the digital generation and improve learning effectiveness, the study examines the potential and challenges of the application of AI chatbots. Through a qualitative descriptive approach, the research gathers data from students, teachers, and school managers to understand the perceptions, efficiency, and obstacles in the use of AI Chatbots in accounting learning. Research results show that the use of AI chatbots can enhance learning interaction, provide real-time feedback, and tailor learning materials to suit the individual needs of students. However, challenges such as the constraints of AI's understanding of specific contexts, the need for personal interaction, as well as issues of data security and privacy are concerns to be addressed. The research also found that the training and adaptation of teachers is an important aspect of the integration of this technology into the learning process.

Teachers’ perceptions towards practical work in chemistry teaching: A case of selected high schools in South Africa

This study examines how physical sciences teachers in South African high schools perceive the use of practical work in chemistry instruction. The study is grounded in the framework of social constructivism. Qualitative research methods, including semi-structured interviews and classroom observations, were employed to gather insights from a purposively selected sample of four high school chemistry teachers, each from a different high school. The aim was to explore their perspectives on the incorporation of practical work in chemistry teaching. Thematic analysis of the data revealed a range of insights into teachers' perceptions. The findings indicate that teachers recognise the value of practical work in engaging students and reinforcing theoretical knowledge. However, they also face several challenges that hinder its effective implementation, such as inadequate laboratory facilities, limited access to resources, time constraints, and insufficient teacher training. Despite these obstacles, teachers demonstrate a strong commitment to integrating practical work into their teaching and employ innovative strategies to overcome these barriers. They highlight the need for increased support from educational authorities in terms of resource provision, professional development opportunities, and curriculum alignment. The study provides recommendations for educational policymakers, curriculum developers, and teacher training institutions to address these perceived challenges and enhance the quality of chemistry teaching and learning in South African high schools.

Exploring the Relationship between Home Economics Competencies and Financial Literacy among High School Learners

This study examined the relationship between Home Economics Competencies and Financial Literacy among high school learners, focusing on Grade 7 learners at Davao City National High School. Employing a descriptive correlational research design, the research utilized a survey method to collect data, with the sample selected through simple quota sampling. The survey measured learners ' competencies in various aspects of Home Economics, including practical skill application, integration of theoretical knowledge with practical execution, and adaptability to changing household dynamics, alongside their understanding and management of financial literacy. Statistical analysis of the data involved calculating mean scores, Pearson-r correlation, and conducting regression analysis. The findings revealed a significant positive correlation between Home Economics competencies and financial literacy (R: 0.59, p<0.05). Regression analysis further demonstrated the impact of specific components of Home Economics education on financial literacy levels. These results suggest that proficiency in Home Economics is closely linked to financial literacy, indicating that comprehensive education in Home Economics could enhance learners ' financial understanding and capabilities. The study highlights the importance of integrating Home Economics and financial education to equip learners with essential life skills for their future.

Secondary School Life Sciences Teachers’ Understanding of Indigenous Knowledge in Relation to their Views on its Integration into their Classroom Practice

The purpose of this study is to explore the relationship between life sciences teachers’ understanding of indigenous knowledge (IK) and their views of integrating Indigenous Knowledge in their teaching practice. A qualitative case study research approach was adopted, and purposive sampling strategy was used to select eight Grades 10–12 life sciences teachers in three peri-urban high schools. The Knowledge Synthesis model by Barnhardt and Kawagley is used as a framework for this study. Questionnaires and interviews were employed to collect qualitative data. Findings revealed that if teachers understand IK primarily as a body of inherited wisdom, they see the possibility of integration of IK as the use of local knowledge of the learners, as IK illustrations of life sciences curriculum constructs or as no integration in the science classroom at all. The latter group of teachers consider IK as an inherited body of knowledge in parallel with western science. If inclusion of IK is mandated, they suggest presenting IK separately, preferably by IK custodians. If teachers consider IK primarily as a holistic knowledge system including the physical and metaphysical world, they see integration opportunities at system level, for instance in teaching sustainability. Lastly, if IK is seen as a body of loosely connected science concepts, integration is possible where these concepts appear in the science curriculum documents. This study recommends that teachers should be involved in educational policy decision making since they have first-hand experience of learners in the classrooms and are involved with curricular and school matters. The implication of the findings from this study to science education is that the integration of both worldviews can be used as a tool to enhance science learning among high school learners taking life sciences by ensuring a culturally relevant science classroom.

Does “more complexity” equal “better writing”? Investigating the relationship between form-based complexity and meaning-based complexity in high school EFL learners’ argumentative writing

The study examines the relationship between form-based complexity and meaning-based complexity in argumentative essays written by high school students learning English as a foreign language (EFL) in relation to writing quality. The data comprise argumentative essays written by 102 Japanese high school learners at different proficiency levels. The students’ proficiency levels were determined based on the evaluation of their argumentative essays by human raters using the GTEC rubric. The students’ essays were analyzed from multiple dimensions, focusing on both form-based complexity (lexical complexity, large-grained syntactic complexity, and fine-grained syntactic complexity features) and meaning-based complexity (argument quality). The results of the multidimensional analysis revealed that the most influential factor in determining overall essay scores was not form-based complexity but meaning-based complexity achieved through argument quality. Moreover, the results indicated that meaning-based complexity was strongly correlated with the use of complex nominals rather than clausal complexity. These insights have significant implications for both the teaching and assessment of argumentative essays among high school EFL learners, underscoring the importance of understanding what aspects of writing to prioritize and how best to assess student writing.

Enhancing EFL Students’ Writing Skills Through Blogging in Indonesian Vocational High School

This study examines the effectiveness of Web Blog (WB) practices in enhancing the foreign language (FL) writing skills of vocational high school students in Indonesia. Digital learning, especially web-learning based blog (WB) has been proven advantageous to enhance the second and foreign language skills of Senior High school and university students in Indonesia. However, little research to date has explored whether Web Blog practices are fruitful for vocational high school learners in foreign language (FL) contexts, a population characterized by low competence levels, naughty adolescents, and few opportunities to engage with the FL. This study involved a tenth-grade class (N=18) who participated in a pre-test, received WB-based instruction, and then completed a post-test. The findings revealed significant improvements in students’ writing, as evidenced by higher post-test scores in unity, completeness, coherence, and spatial order. The implications of these results suggest that incorporating WB into FL instruction can effectively enhance the writing skills of vocational high school students, providing them with greater opportunity for peer collaboration and teacher-led conferences.