Semester Learning Research Articles

Assessment on the Need for Study Program Curriculum Development: A Preparatory Study for International Accreditation

The current research aimed to investigate the need for study program to develop curriculum to meet the demands of international accreditation. CIPPO (Context, Input, Process, Product, Outcomes) evaluation model was applied through a mixed-method approach with sequential exploratory strategy: 1) collecting and analyzing qualitative data by presenting the needs of each scope of study from the stakeholder point of view and reviewing curriculum documents; 2) analyzing quantitative data from the questionnaires to measure the satisfaction level and fulfillment of the improvement needs. The result of the context evaluation suggested the need to review the curriculum documents, to adjust the learning load, and some of the contents of the semester learning plan. The input evaluation found that the availability and quality of the lecturers were good, and the learning facilities and resources were adequately provided, yet their utilization required improvement. The result of the process evaluation showed that the learning implementation was perceived to be good, so it necessitated the lecturer competence improvement in benefiting information technology media and learning modules based on researches. The result of the product evaluation suggested that the learning assessment given by the lecturers was good that the improvement demand lay in the assessment of attitude. The outcome evaluation showed that the satisfaction of alumni and alumni users was good, and it required continuous improvement in the contexts, input, processes and products as the main services of the study program.

Evaluation of Al Islam Kemuhammadiyahan Curriculum in University of Muhammadiyah Gresik

Evaluating the curriculum in higher education is a complex and multifaceted process. Changes in the curriculum of the al-Islam Kemuhammadiyahan course at the Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik became a challenge for lecturers in preparing semester learning plans and implementation of learning to adjust to the National Standards of Higher Education because in addition to being a national compulsory subject known as Islamic Religious Education with the number 2 credits are also compulsory courses at the Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik. This study uses the Countenance evaluation model with two main matrices in describing descriptions and judgments. As for the results of this research, the documents in the al-Islam Kemuhammadiyahan semester learning plan have met the National Standards of Higher Education criteria, but the learning methods section and assessment indicators do not meet the National Standards of Higher Education criteria. The learning process of the al-Islam kemuhammadiyahan shows a discrepancy with the semester learning plan of the Kemuhammadiyahan al-Islamic course due to ineffective use of time in the learning process. Students can understand and try to practice the basics of the Islamic religion well.

Development of Islamic Education Curriculum Instruments for Early Childhood through Semester Learning Plans (RPS) for Gender Responsive Islamic Courses

This study aims to test the feasibility of gender responsive semester learning plans (RPS) according to gender responsive learning experts, learning design experts, and the effectiveness of using gender responsive RPS in Islamic Religious Colleges (PTKI). This research is developmental by using the instructional system model of Thiagarajan, Semmel and Semmel (1974) with a modified 4-D model. The 4-D model consists of Define, Design, Develop and Disseminate. In this study, modification of the 4-D model was carried out, namely simplification from four stages to three stages. The results showed that the RPS was gender responsive from the development of the 4-D model in the subjects of Al-Qur'an Studies, Hadith Studies, Introduction to Islamic Studies, and the History of Islamic Civilization are considered appropriate according to gender responsive learning experts and learning design experts. The limited trial showed a very satisfactory response based on the assessment of observer lecturers and PIAUD students who had participated in this study.

ANALISIS HASIL BELAJAR TEMATIK SISWA KELAS IV SEKOLAH DASAR NEGERI 03 PONTIANAK KOTA

This study aims to analyze the learning outcomes of class IVA students after studying during the odd semester of 2021/2022 at the State Elementary School 03 Pontianak City. The research method used is descriptive quantitative method. The population in this study were fourth grade students consisting of 1 class with a total of 31 students. Meanwhile, in selecting the sample, the researcher used a total sampling technique, so that the number of samples in this study was also 31 students. Based on the results of the study, after carrying out the thematic learning, this study had 3 aspects, namely aspects of cognitive, affective, and psychomotor assessment. The aspect of affective assessment is classified as very good. Aspects of psychomotor assessment are categorized as good. It can be concluded that the thematic learning outcomes of the fourth graders of State Elementary School 03 Pontianak Kota are good after doing odd semester learning.

Transformation of Green Economic Recovery Based on Photovoltaic Solar Canopy

Electrical energy has become a significant need to run the country's economy. Especially during the Covid-19 pandemic, teaching and learning activities were in the main realized at home. As a result, the national electricity demand has increased significantly. The solar power plant in the marine is also a good alternative in areas that are constrained by the lack of land as a Solar Power Plant development site. This research is motivated by the need for solar power plants using sustainable photovoltaic (PV) technology, aiming to accelerate the improvement of the quality and competence of lecturers and students in carrying out sustainable Renewable Energy (REY) research by applying the Merdeka Belajar-Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) model. The research method begins by conducting a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), which can support the relevance of sustainable REY research. The result of this research is a literature review of solar canopy PV, which is modified to be valuable in courses in the form of a sustainable REY Semester Learning Plan for one semester. From our current research, we hope that in future research, solar panel technology can not only be applied on land but also more broadly. For example, it can be applied in marine waters so that the use of solar panels can be used in many places.

Development of Geography Learning Tools Based on The Indonesian National Qualification Framework (KKNI) Curriculum

<p><em>The development of learning tools is one of the efforts to improve the quality of education as an effort to provide complete and systematic learning tools. One of them is the development of learning tools including (RPS) Semester Learning Plans and (RTM) Student Assignment Designs according to the KKNI in introductory geography courses. The development of learning tools in this study used the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development or Production, Implementation or Delivery, and Evaluations) model, with data collection instruments through questionnaires and validation sheets with descriptive analysis techniques. The results of the needs analysis showed that 74.4% needed an RPS adjustment and 78.9% needed the development of teaching materials in a social study program (PIPS), while the evaluation of the development validity (RPS) of Semester Learning obtained an average score of 3.59 while for the average instrument assessment (RTM) the Student Assignment Plan was obtained. the mean score is 3.75 with a mean value of 3.67 with valid criteria. These results indicate that the development of learning tools is following the KKNI and is ready to be implemented in learning activities.</em></p>

Evaluasi Pembelajaran Daring Mata Kuliah Rangkaian Listrik di Jurusan Teknik Elektro Universitas Negeri Padang

This research was motivated by the application of online learning due to COVID-19, changes in the way of learning which resulted in the learning process that was originally carried out on campus into distance learning (online). Students who are accustomed to doing face-to-face learning must be faced with the reality of learning online through existing online media. To find out the ongoing online learning in the electrical engineering department of FT-UNP, one way that can be done is to evaluate the online learning that has taken place. This study aims to evaluate online learning in electrical circuit courses in the electrical engineering department of FT-UNP using the CIPP (Context, Input, Process, Input) evaluation model. This study uses qualitative research methods with descriptive evaluative data and data analysis according to Miles and Hubberman. Data collection techniques using interviews and documentation. The results of the study concluded that the Semester Lesson Plan used in online learning for electrical circuit courses using the CIPP evaluation model (Context, Input, Process, Input) as a whole was appropriate. Based on interviews about the online learning process, the results showed that the evaluation of online learning for electrical circuit courses was effective for learning during the spread of COVID-19, so the learning was continued with preparation needed between students and lecturers regarding online learning procedures. From these results, it can be concluded that the implementation of the learning process in the online electrical circuits course in the electrical engineering department, FT UNP, has been carried out well according to the Semester Learning Plan standards and the recommendations given in the electrical circuits course should be carried out in a blended learning manner to maximize analytic learning. calculations cannot be done online so the learning is carried out offline.

The Development of a Blended Learning Management Model with Synectics Teaching and out-of-the-box Thinking Techniques to Foster Creativity

The objectives of this research are: 1 ) to develop and determine the quality of a blended learning management model using synectics teaching and out-of-the-box thinking techniques; 2 ) to compare creativity thinking score after receiving the blended learning management by teaching synectics and outof-the-box thinking techniques to foster creativity and 3) to study the satisfaction of students learning with the blended learning management model. The sample group used in this research was the 1 st year Bachelor of Education students, Faculty of Education, Rajabhat Nakhon Si Thammarat University including 60 students enrolled in the course of innovation and information technology for communication and learning in semester 2, academic year 2020. They were divided into experimental groups and control groups. The research tools included web-based lessons, lesson plans and satisfaction assessments including mean, S.D. and hypothesis testing with independent t-test. The results showed that:1) the results of the development and quality assessment of the blended learning model by using synectic teaching and out-of-the-box thinking techniques to promote creativity were at a very good level; 2) comparison of creativity scores of the experimental group students after receiving the learning management with the developed instructional model were higher than the control group, indicating that the mean scores have statistically significantly different at . 05 and 3) the overall student satisfaction assessment in all aspects was high level. It was concluded that the research results were in accordance with the hypothesis testing.

블렌디드 러닝 기반의 교양중국어 교육이 핵심역량 향상 및 인식에 미치는 영향

With the advent of the 4th industrial revolution era, the concept ‘core competency’ was newly emerged. The focus of college education changed from acquisition of knowledge to achievement and fulfillment of core competency. Given the original purpose, culture education is a suitable curriculum to improve such core competency.BR In this aspect, the purpose of this study is to find a plan for improving efficiently the core competency of learners of Chinese language as a cultural subject. In reference to related works, a questionnaire tool was designed. The same Chinese language subject was applied to blended learning in the 1st semester of 2021, and to Zoom real-time class similar to conventional class-room lecture in the 2nd semester of the year. A questionnaire survey was conducted at the end of each semester. In comparative analysis, the improvement in core competency and the difference in perception were analyzed.BR As a result, students who took blended learning class significantly improved their communication ability and self-directed ability. The abilities of global citizen and commitment to cooperation were not different. In addition, positiveness of their communication, professional knowledge, and problem-solving abilities was relatively high. Improvements in communication and global citizen competency were significantly different depending on a period of Chinese language learning. It is expected that the results of this study will be used as a fundamental material to design the curriculum for improving core competency in Chinese language education.

EFL TEACHING AND LEARNING CONTINUITY AMID AND BEYOND THE PANDEMIC: AN ANALYSIS

COVID-19 has impacted the majority of the worlds sectors. In most places throughout the world, education is the only industry that has entirely transitioned to an online method. During the pandemic, online learning was the ideal choice for continuing education, particularly in tertiary education. The purpose of this study is to identify the issues and hurdles that English language learners (EFL) have when transitioning to online learning in the second semester of 2020 because to the COVID-19 epidemic. This studys contribution is to analyse learners new experiences in online education and to examine the practicality of virtual ways of learning. The study discovered that the primary issues influencing and impacting online EFL learning during COVID-19 are technological, academic, and communication concerns. The study found that students were most satisfied with the support offered by teaching staff and their universities public relations during the worldwide shutdown and transition to online learning, with a sample of 30,383 students from 62 countries. Despite this, they were unable to recognise their own enhanced performance in the new teaching environment due to a lack of computer skills and the perception of a larger burden. This study focuses on the obstacles and variables that influence the acceptability and usage of E-Learning as a teaching tool in higher education. As a result, it will aid in the development of a strategic plan for the effective implementation of e-learning, as well as the acceptance of technology as a good step toward evolution and transformation.

Students’ Perception on Online Arabic Learning Based on Learning Principle of Rusydi Ahmad Thu’aimah Perspective: Case Study in Arabic Language Intensive Program of State Islamic University of Sunan Ampel Surabaya

Arabic language learning must experience its learning system reconstruction as a consequence of Covid-19 pandemic which hits the world globally. The system change from offline to online makes each learning component must adjust with new system by still referring to the learning principles built adjusting with the virtual system. This article presents the study result conducted on Arabic language program at State Islamic University of Sunan Ampel Surabaya. The purpose of this research was to understand the students’ perception about online Arabic language learning based on the learning principle by Rusydi Ahmad Thu’aimah which covers communication principle, learning method principle, and learning media principle. This study was conducted by using qualitative method through case study approach with data obtained through questionnaire based survey strengthened by the data of interview result. The research result showed that students had quite good perception on Arabic language intensive learning in odd semester of 2021-2022.

The Effectiveness of Learning Passing Volleyball for Student on Website-Based

Volleyball is a sport that is quite popular in Indonesia, and this is why this sport is always given at various levels of schools in Indonesia. However, it is still not possible for learning to be carried out directly because the spread of the corona virus in Indonesia is still increasing, requiring learning to be carried out online. The website is one of the media that can be used in volleyball game courses. The question is whether this website is effectively used in volleyball lectures. The purpose of this study was to find out the extent to which the effectiveness of volleyball passing learning using the website was. This study used experimental method, where this experimental method is a research by giving some special treatment to the research subjects used. The one case study has been used in the research. The subjects used in this study were students of physical education, health and recreation STKIP Pasundan with a total of about 120 people. Subjects were given treatment for 8 meetings in accordance with the semester learning plan for the passing technique. The instrument in this study was a test of passing down and up to the wall for 60 seconds. The data analysis technique uses a percentage. The findings showed a rise in students passing learning goals. The results of STKIP Pasundan students' physical education, health, and recreation have improved significantly of the website's material.

The Implementation of Curriculum Development in The Era of The Industrial Revolution 4.0

This research is to photograph the condition of the curriculum at the Da'wah Management Study Program, FIDKOM UIN Jakarta and then provide curriculum suggestions that can adapt to the era of the industrial revolution 4.0. Based on the results of the study, it was shown that the composition of many courses that were not balanced between University Courses (MKU) and Faculty Courses (MKF) made students too general and not focused on their expertise. There are many courses that should exist, for example entrepreneurship and practicum lecture activities that must be more and synergized with the 4.0 era. the preparation of the Da'wah Management Study Program curriculum in the form of goals/achievements, content/achievements, methods/processes and evaluation/ assessment of the curriculum development of the Da'wah Management study program is not fully in accordance with the development of the industrial revolution 4.0., Preparation of Semester Learning Plans (RPS), short syllabus and plans there are still many student assignments that have not adjusted to the conditions of the industrial revolution 4.0 so there are still many shortcomings in the preparation of the RPS.

IMPLEMENTATION OF PRODUCTION-BASED LEARNING MODEL IN VOCATIONAL HIGHER EDUCATION: CASE STUDY OF BUILDING ENGINEERING EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

Building Engineering Education is a vocational education institution that prepares competent and professional graduates in building engineering. The background of this research is the problem of the learning process that is not following the business world and the industrial world (DUDI). This study raises novelties such as applying production-based learning models rarely used in university education. Therefore, researchers try to apply this to be able to take place sustainably. Through this research, to see the product in Building Engineering Education which is seen from the component of teaching factory. This study aims to determine (1) the competencies delivered; (2) turnaround time; (3) the product needed internally and externally; (4) investment needs. This research uses the descriptive qualitative method. The data used are semester learning plans (RPS), lecture contracts, and interview data. This study used a purposive sampling technique with a snowball sampling technique. Based on the research results, it was concluded that: (1) the competencies delivered, namely learning planning in the form of semester learning plans (RPS) were following the existing planning stages; implementation of learning methods used production-based learning; the learning assessment contained in the assessment rubric is quite good, (2) the product work process is completed on time according to the lecture contract, (3) the product is needed internally and externally, preferably the type of product that is following the market, (4) investment needs can be accepted in the market or used for further practice, product sales proceeds are allocated for maintenance and tool development.

Students’ Perception and Motivation toward Online Learning at English Language Education in Pekanbaru

During Covid-19, the process of teaching and learning in school and university changed from offline learning into online learning. This research aims to know the students' perception and motivation towards online learning in the sixth semester of English Language Education of FKIP UIR. This research used the descriptive qualitative method.The sample was 33 of class 6A at English Language Education of FKIP UIR. Sampling was done by used Purposive sampling. The instrument of the research is questionnaires and interviews. To collect the data, the researcher used Google Form and Google Meet. The total of questions given to respondents was 48 statements using the Likert Scale. Meanwhile, the interview used open-ended questions consist of 9 questions. This study found that students have a positive perception on online learning. In infrastructure facilities, it is already available of mobile devices and internet connections. In technology, students can maximize the use of the technology. Meanwhile, student interaction with teachers and students is still lacking, so offline learning is necessary. Then, the researcher found that students have high motivation. Students' attention gets the highest percentage of 57.6%, students in building curiosity, interactive and exciting learning. In relevance, students feel that online learning is suitable to be applied in the pandemic conditions. In addition, in students' confidence, most of students are motivated to study outside the class that increases their knowledge. The last, in students' satisfaction, 48,5% of students agree that they satisfied with the implementation of online learning at the sixth semester of English Language of Education.

Pembelajaran Jarak Jauh dan Pengaruhnya Terhadap Implementasi Standar Kurikulum Pendidikan Tinggi

The implementation of social distancing policy as one of prevention strategies for Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) has been directly impacted public services such as education services. During the social distancing period, the government implemented distance learning policy for schools and higher education as regulated by four Join Miniterials Decree. The shift from classroom learning method to distance learning method influences the Learning Process Standard specifically the Semester Learning Plan. Of eight national standards provided for higher education by Permenristek Dikti No. 44 /2015 regarding National Standard for Higher Education, the standard (c) Learning Process Standard and its component of Semester Learning Plan were significantly affected by the change of the method. By using six distance learning models provided in this investigation, it is discovered that not all the learning plan components affected by the change, depend on the learning model choosen. Significant adjustment are needed for subjects contain practices, laboratory exercise and skill-oriented lessons. While the normative components of the learning plan such as name of department, name of lecturer/teacher, general output and list of reference materials may not need any adjustment.

The Implementation of Group Investigation E-Task in Activities Learning (GIETAL) in Higher Education

This study aimed to implement a learning model developed by the Group Investigation E-Task in Activities Learning (GIETAL) model for theoretical learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. The learning process that previously used conventional methods has been changed to online learning. For this reason, a practical and effective learning model is needed for students in higher education. The method used was the GIETAL model founded on the ADDIE method. The data processed after implementing this model were from the respondents consisting of 54 students of two lecturers. The results of testing the practicality of this study had a practical level of 86.66%. It could be concluded that the GIETAL Model is beneficial in teaching Database Design courses during the Covid-19 pandemic. Furthermore, this implemented learning model was proven to improve student learning outcomes effectively; this was underlined by 51 students (94.44%) graduating and passing the minimum criteria set in the semester learning plan. This research's final result was implementing a practical and effective GIETAL learning model for university students.

Chilean University Students’ Digital Learning Technology Usage Patterns and Approaches to Learning

Purpose This study aims to explore Chilean students’ digital technology usage patterns and approaches to learning. Design/Approach/Methods We conducted this study in two stages. We worked with one semester learning management systems (LMS), library, and students’ records data in the first one. We performed a k-means cluster analysis to identify groups with similar usage patterns. In the second stage, we invited students from emerging clusters to participate in group interviews. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze them. Findings Three groups were identified: 1) digital library users/high performers, who adopted deeper approaches to learning, obtained higher marks, and used learning resources to integrate materials and expand understanding; 2) LMS and physical library users/mid-performers, who adopted mainly strategic approaches, obtained marks close to average, and used learning resources for studying in an organized manner to get good marks; and 3) lower users of LMS and library/mid-low performers, who adopted mainly a surface approach, obtained mid-to-lower-than-average marks, and used learning resources for minimum content understanding. Originality/Value We demonstrated the importance of combining learning analytics data with qualitative methods to make sense of digital technology usage patterns: approaches to learning are associated with learning resources use. Practical recommendations are presented.

The characteristics teaching materials of biology laboratory management

The suitable teaching materials will make it easier for students to learn in the classroom. To present suitable teaching materials, a needs analysis is needed. This study aimed to determine the types and characteristics of teaching materials needed in learning biology laboratory management. The survey method was carried out to students who were randomly selected. The instrument is arranged in the form of a questionnaire by paying attention to each characteristic indicator of various teaching materials. The validity of the instrument used a combination of expert judgment. The questionnaire is distributed via google form to students who have taken laboratory management courses with a filling period of 2 weeks obtained 123 respondents. The data were analyzed descriptively of quantitatively and qualitatively. The results showed that the percentage of students who needed teaching materials for biology laboratory management lectures was 98%; the characteristics of teaching materials wanted by students included: containing learning objectives, using simple language, sequenced materials according to lecture sessions, containing summaries, and providing feedback. Teaching materials based on existing characteristics can be in the form of modules that are adapted to the Semester Learning Plan.

Learning Flexibility and Environmental Changes with the Advent of Online Learning during COVID-19 Pandemic

The vital purpose of this study is to identify whether learning flexibility and environment will influence undergraduate students’ online learning during COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia. It is important to point out the determinants that will influence online learning that needs to be faced despite experiencing this world health crisis. The high level of online learning among students will also improve the performance of educational institutions which need to be competitive with other competitors in the sector. In addition, this study also aims to measure whether gender has significant difference on undergraduates’ online learning. Thus, survey questions from previous studies were adopted and customised to collect data. A sample of 129 undergraduate students from one UiTM branch campus who have experienced online learning in the previous semester in the year 2021. The results of this study indicate that there are significant relationships between learning flexibility, environment and online learning. The findings also reveal that the level of online learning among undergraduate students is moderate. Moreover, it is confirmed that gender has significant difference on online learning outcomes among the students. For future research, the use of more quizzes that can stimulate understanding of learning delivered online needs to be emphasized by knowledge communicators in this revolution of learning process.