Sixth Grade Elementary School Students Research Articles

Examining the Conceptual and Procedural Knowledge of Decimal Numbers in Sixth-Grade Elementary School Students

Examining the Conceptual and Procedural Knowledge of Decimal Numbers in Sixth-Grade Elementary School Students

Development of Cartoon Puppet Media to Improve Understanding of Sexual Education in Elementary School Students

Sexual education is still considered sensitive to discuss with elementary school children. This makes children have a low understanding of sexual education information. This condition is exacerbated by the absence of media to provide sexual education to students, so this study aims to develop cartoon puppets in puppet plays about sexual education for grade VI SD X students. This research is research and development that adopts the Borg and Gall research design. The test subjects in this research were material experts and media experts. Based on the results of research from these experts, cartoon puppet media in puppet plays about sexual education for sixth grade elementary school students is very good/suitable for use with an average score of 78.75% from the material expert assessment and 80% from the media expert assessment. Based on the test results, the score percentage is 82%, thus the product that has been tested is included in the very good category. The results of this development research can be used by guidance and counseling teachers or class teachers to provide an understanding of sexual education to elementary school students.

Interactive Learning Multimedia Articulate Storyline as an Alternative Media to Improve Elementary Students’ Critical Thinking Skills

Due to the lack of use of learning media in the mathematics learning process, students become passive and uninterested in participating in the learning process. The monotonous learning process causes students' critical thinking abilities to be weak and underdeveloped. Therefore this research aims to analyze the influence of learning activities using Articulate Storyline interactive learning multimedia on analytical and critical thinking skills in sixth-grade elementary school students. This research employed a quantitative approach with experimental research methods (Quasi-Experimental). The type of sampling used was the purposive sampling technique. The research instrument utilized nine HOTS-type description test questions. Data were analyzed through several tests, including normality, homogeneity, and hypothesis tests. In hypothesis testing, the Independent Sample T-Test was used, and a Sig (2-tailed) value of (0.033 < 0.05) was attained, so it was inferred that there was a difference between students who were taught using Articulate Storyline interactive learning multimedia and students who were taught using conventional learning media. The Paired Sample T-test in the experimental class also obtained a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05, suggesting a significant difference in the average test scores before and after treatment. It could be concluded that using Articulate Storyline interactive learning multimedia influenced sixth-grade elementary school students' analytical and critical thinking skills. This research implies that teachers can use Articulate Storyline interactive learning multimedia to improve students' critical thinking analysis and evaluation skills in mathematics learning.

Design Thinking-based Learning Assessment Guidelines to Improve Students’ Independent Learning Capability

Design Thinking-based Learning Assessment Guidelines to Improve Students’ Independent Learning Capability

Pemikiran Epistemologi Filsafat Pancasila dalam Konteks Pengembangan Ilmu Pengetahuan

Epistemological thinking of the Pancasila philosophy in the context of the development of science means whether elementary school students in Indonesia understand the theoretical values ​​of Pancasila in a book. The aim of this research is to find out whether sixth grade elementary school students know the basic values ​​of Pancasila. This type of research is qualitative. Qualitative research methods focus on interviewing other people in external and complex environments. (Moleong, 1999; Creswell, 2002, Lindloft, 1995), states that qualitative research methods are more inductive. This means that the research step that must be prioritized is data based on facts, symptoms, phenomena, reality which is the theme, then processed, processed, so that at the end of the research it can become a proposition, model or even theory. The solution to this problem is to have qualified teachers, provide socialization in the school, and practice the basic values ​​of Pancasila, and not just verbally in Pancasila and citizenship education books.

EFEKTIVITAS PEMBELAJARAN MATERI PEMBANGKIT LISTRIK DI KELAS VI SD: PERBANDINGAN ANTARA PEMBELAJARAN MELALUI MEMBACA DAN MENYIMAK VIDEO

The aim of this research is to assess the effectiveness of two learning approaches, namely reading and watching videos, in increasing understanding the concept of electricity generation of sixth grade elementary school students. A comparison of two groups was carried out, namely the experimental group and the control group, each group consisting of 21 students. This comparison is based on their scores before and after the test. These findings show substantial improvement in the experimental group, measured by posttest scores ranging from 44 to 100 and a mean of 75.23. Meanwhile, the control group showed a lower increase, with posttest scores ranging from 28 to 68 and an average of 47.04. Mann-Whitney test analysis strengthened these findings by showing significant differences between the two groups (U= 49.500, Z= -4.399, Asymp. Sig= 0.001), with the experimental group consistently having higher ratings. Wilcoxon test findings in both groups also highlighted a significant improvement at posttest, with no decrease on scores from pretest. Overall, these results provide strong support for the effectiveness of the video listening method in improving student understanding compared to the reading method. This conclusion illustrates the importance of using inventive pedagogical approaches to improve students' academic achievement on science in the context of basic education.

Development of PBL-Based Interactive LKPD to Improve Elementary Students' Critical Thinking Skills in Science Learning

This research aims to develop PBL-based interactive worksheets that can improve the critical thinking skills of elementary school students in science learning that are valid, practical and effective when used. This research used the Design and Development (D&D) method using the ADDIE model, which consists of five stages consisting of analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation. The research subjects for the limited test were 30 students in class VI at SDN 3 Rogojampi. In the broad test, there were 42 students in class VI at SDN 1 Pengatigan and 32 students in class VI at SDN 2 Rogojampi. The instruments used consisted of 1) an RPP validation sheet, 2) an LKPD validation sheet, 3) a teacher response questionnaire sheet, and 4) student pretest-posttest questions to assess the effectiveness of the LKPD. The data analysis technique used was data analysis of the validity, effectiveness and practicality of the product being developed. The results of the validation by the material expert validator were 93%, the media expert validator was 91%, and the language expert validator was 91%. The results of the effectiveness of using interactive LKPD based on the N-gain score in the three institutions obtained an average score of 0.69, which is in the medium category. Practical results based on the implementation of the use of interactive worksheets obtained an average of 90% and, based on teacher responses, obtained an average of 91% in the very practical category. This study concludes that PBL-based interactive worksheets are valid, very practical and moderately effective for improving the thinking skills of sixth-grade elementary school students in science learning.

Changes in the Average Body Mass Index of Fifth- and Sixth-Grade Korean Elementary School Students: The Role of Physical Education in Student Health.

This study aimed to emphasize the importance of physical education in maintaining sufficient physical activity by examining the average BMI of fifth- and sixth-grade elementary school students in Korea over multiple years. This study investigated changes in the average BMI of fifth- and sixth-grade elementary school students in Korea. It provided foundational data to suggest the role of physical education in student health and set future directions. The 2019-2021 Physical Activity Promotion System (PAPS) of the Korean Ministry of Education was used. Data corresponding to fifth- and sixth-grade students (124,693 from 2019, 126,226 from 2020, and 117,809 from 2021) in 1208 elementary schools in Korea were collected. Repeated measures ANOVA was conducted for the data analysis. The study findings are as follows: First, the average BMI of fifth- and sixth-grade elementary school students in Korea increased significantly in 2021 compared with 2019 and 2020. Second, changes in the yearly average BMI showed a significant difference depending on gender and grade. Obesity among fifth- and sixth-grade elementary school students in Korea increased steadily during 2019-2021, which may be due to a decrease in students' physical activity. Male students showed a steeper increase regardless of grade. During the study period, limited physical activity at school increased obesity rates. Physical education must play a role in students' health in preparation for future changes.

The Effectiveness of Inquiry-Based Learning to Improve the Analytical Thinking Skills of Sixth-Grade Elementary School Students

The Effectiveness of Inquiry-Based Learning to Improve the Analytical Thinking Skills of Sixth-Grade Elementary School Students

Image-Based Textbook About ASEAN Countries with the Integration of Qr-Code Technology in Social Science Content

The need for textbooks used in schools is one of the causes of learning difficulties among students. This development research aims to create picture-based textbooks about ASEAN countries with the integration of QR-Code technology in social studies content for sixth-grade elementary school students. This research and development uses the Dick & Carey development model. Research subjects are design experts, material experts, teachers, and students. Data collection method using questionnaires. The data analysis technique uses quantitative and qualitative descriptive analysis techniques. The design and material expert validation test results are in the valid category. The practicality test showed very practical results, and the attractiveness test obtained a very attractive product. The development results are included in the effective criteria because student learning outcomes increased from the pretest to an increase during the posttest. Thus, learning using picture-based textbooks about ASEAN countries with QR-Code integration is more effective and improves student learning outcomes compared to not using textbooks. The research conclusions show that picture-based textbooks about ASEAN countries with QR-Code integration for class VI elementary schools are feasible and valid for learning. This research implies that teachers can use picture-based textbooks about ASEAN countries with QR-Code integration to support social studies learning for class VI elementary schools.

초등학생 대상 지구시민교육의 효과 평가

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of Earth Citizenship Education by a non-profit corporation on sixth-grade students in elementary school. To this end, from April to July 2023, education and campaigns were conducted, targeting one class of sixth graders at N Elementary School in Seoul, selected for the Global Citizenship Education Program encompassing food education, environmental education, and social education. First, Food education covered three topics and a campaign promoting the right food practices. These include ‘nutrition balance and taste education,’ ‘food labeling education’, and ‘animal welfare education’. Similarly, environmental education covered three themes and school clean-up campaigns: ‘proper cleaning class,’ ‘blue ocean class’, and ‘virus and earth environment class’. Finally, social education focused on two topics: ‘cognitive domain and media literacy’, and ‘project design,’ emphasizing empathy education for fostering coexistence. Over ten weeks, professional instructors visited the school for 80 to 90 minutes each week to deliver experiential face-to-face lectures and organize practical missions. To assess the effect of Earth Citizenship Education, students' knowledge, attitudes, and behavioral aspects related to each topic were surveyed before and after the education. The first survey, aimed at capturing immediate effects, was conducted one week after the education, while the second survey was administered a month later to confirm the continuity of behavioral changes. The collected data underwent statistical analysis using SPSS 21.0. Results reveal that elementary school students’ scores across knowledge, attitude, and behavioral areas improved by 13.2, 23.0, and 10.0 points, respectively, post 1st and 45.1 post 2nd. The average scores stood at 86.4, 77.4, and 59.4 points post 1st and 94.5 points post 2nd. Environmental education recorded improvements of 9.6, 13.3, and 5.9 points post 1st, and 37.6 points post 2nd, with average scores of 76.2, 79.2, and 64.4 points post 1st, and 96.1 points post 2nd. In addition, social education showed improvements of 9.0, 2.7, and 6.1 points post 1st and 40.0 points post 2nd, with average scores of 84.0, 75.5, and 47.8 points post 1st and 81.7 points post 2nd. Elementary school students expressed high satisfaction with Earth Citizenship Education, especially the student-centered learning consisting of direct activities and experiences, with average scores of 84.9 and 75.2 points for food education, 83.0 and 75.6 points for environmental education, and 80.0 and 75.0 points for social education. However, there remains room for improvement in the recommendation scores. In conclusion, the study confirms that Earth Citizenship Education provided by the local community effectively changed elementary school students’ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors. In addition, it was confirmed that the sustained effect on behavioral change could be attributed to teacher intervention aligned with the school curriculum, such as subject-related campaigns, providing review materials, and activities in Practical Arts subjects. Consequently, continuous post-education intervention can effectively bring about changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors through proper food, environment, and social practices in daily life. Furthermore, this study can potentially contribute to developing a customized educational model in Practical Arts subjects through collaborations between local communities and schools.

Data-driven learning and young learners: Perceptions and attitudes of Japanese elementary school students towards EFL corpus-based activities

There is an increasing amount of research into corpus-based study as a pedagogical approach in language learning (Boulton & Vyatkina, 2021). This is most commonly known as data-driven learning (DDL) and can refer to both direct corpus use and corpus-informed, paper-based activities. Despite this growing interest, the vast majority of published research into DDL investigates university students (Boulton & Cobb, 2017; Pérez-Paredes, 2022) and there is a serious lack of enquiry into children and adolescents (Crosthwaite, 2020). This paper seeks to add to the limited knowledge that currently exists on pre-adolescent learners. An exploratory, small-scale mixed-methods study was designed to investigate the perceptions and attitudes of Japanese sixth-grade elementary school students towards EFL corpus-based activities. Five participants took part in a month-long course of four one-hour online sessions with data collected via a pre-study survey, post-class questionnaires, and post-study interviews. Results show that students display a very favourable attitude towards DDL activities, with a clear preference for paper-based activities over computer-based activities. The findings also highlight the importance of ‘scaffolding’ in young learner education and the potential obstacles that must be overcome to ensure that DDL activities can be successfully implemented in the EFL young learner classroom.

IDENTIFYING STUDENTS' LEARNING MOTIVATION AT THE START OF FACE-TO-FACE LEARNING POST COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN DENPASAR CITY

This research aims to identify the level of students' learning motivation as they return to face-to-face learning in Denpasar City. This study is important for educators in making policy decisions to develop appropriate learning strategies and optimize students' learning motivation. The research falls under the category of quantitative research, employing a survey method distributed through Google Forms. The sample for this study consisted of 32 respondents who were sixth-grade students in elementary schools. The sample was determined using random sampling technique, selecting two schools from each of the four districts in Denpasar City. The research findings indicate that the learning motivation of elementary school students at the beginning of face-to-face learning post-COVID-19 pandemic in Denpasar City is categorized as good. This can be observed from the average percentage of respondents' answers for all indicators, which is 77.62 percent. However, several issues were also identified, such as the lack of motivation among students to improve learning outcomes and the limited awareness of utilizing the school library for reading purposes.

Higher Order Thinking Skill (Hots) Ability Instrument for Theme 2 (Unity in Diversity) in Class VI Elementary School

The lack of focus on HOTS assessment in the education system can lead to a lack of encouragement for students to develop critical, analytical and creative thinking skills. This research aims to develop a HOTS instrument for HOTS abilities for sixth grade elementary school students with theme 2 (Unity in Difference). The development of instruments in this research was guided by the Borg and Gall model. The HOTS instrument developed is a test in essay form. Meanwhile, the object in this research is the quality of the question items. The data collected in this research is data regarding the HOTS ability instrument. The method used to collect data in this research is the test method. Data were analyzed using content validity analysis tests, item validity tests, reliability tests, discrimination tests, and difficulty level tests. The content validity test results tested by five HOTS Instrument experts were declared relevant, the average content validity test results were declared valid, the average instrument validity test results were declared valid, the average instrument reliability test results were at very high criteria, the average results of the power test results which are in the good different power criteria, the average results of the difficulty level scores of the questions which are in the medium level category of difficulty. It was concluded that the HOTS ability instrument for sixth grade elementary school students with theme 2 (Unity in Difference) is suitable for measuring students' HOTS abilities in solving problems and training students to think creatively.

The Effectiveness of Self-Compassion Training on Academic Emotions in Sixth Grade Elementary School Students of Zarch City

Introduction: The present study was conducted with the aim of determining the effectiveness of self-compassion training on academic emotions in sixth grade male elementary school students of Zarch City.
 Methods: The research method was quasi-experimental with a pre-test and post-test design and a control group. The study population consisted of all the male students of the sixth grade of elementary school in Zarch city during the academic year 2021-2022. The sample was 30 people according to the experimental research, who were selected randomly and 15 of them were randomly assigned to the experimental group and 15 of them to the control group. Pekrun et al.'s (2002) academic emotions questionnaire was used to measure the research variables. The experimental group received self-compassion training in eight 60-minute sessions, but the control group did not receive any intervention. The data were analyzed with SPSS 22.
 Results: The results of multivariate covariance analysis (MANCOVA) showed that there was a significant difference between the experimental and control groups in positive and negative academic emotions of post-test.
 Conclusion: Self-compassion training is effective in improving academic emotions of elementary school students, and school counselors, psychologists, and other professionals in the field of working with students and education can use self-compassion training as a useful intervention to help students.

Numeracy E-Module with Edugame As A Support For Mathematics Learning for Sixth-Grade Elementary School Students

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused learning loss, one of which is in mathematics learning. Students enjoy technology products because of online learning, but schools must encourage teachers to make their own. This research aimed at developing a numeracy E-module with edugame. This type of research was developed using the ADDIE method to produce e-modules that can support less than optimal learning due to learning loss during the COVID-19 pandemic. The methods used to collect data were questionnaires and tests. Data collection instruments were in the form of questionnaires and test questions. Data analysis techniques used descriptive qualitative, quantitative, and inferential statistical analysis. The research results showed that this e-module was very suitable for use as a support for mathematics learning in sixth-grade elementary school because it received a validation score from media experts of 90.7% and material experts of 86.7% and a user response of 100%. Apart from that, based on the t-test, it showed differences in learning outcomes after students used the numeracy module with edugame. The n-gain test result was 80.3%. It can be concluded that this e-module influences and improves student learning outcome and it is suitable for learning.

The Effect of Flip PDF Corporate E-Module on Mathematical Concept Understanding of Sixth Grade Elementary School Students

There is an issue concerning the low understanding of students regarding the concepts of surface area and volume of a sphere. Innovative learning media system is needed to increase students' understanding of mathematical concepts. This study aims to analyze the effect of the use of the Flip PDF Corporate e-module on students’ understanding of the concept of surface area and volume of a sphere. This quantitative research study used a quasi-experimental method with the Pretest - Posttest Control Group Design. The data collection techniques in this research include tests, questionnaires, and observations. The population of this study consists of sixth-grade students from State Elementary School. The research sample includes 15 students from the experimental group and 13 students from the control group, all of whom are from the sixth grade of State Elementary School. The experimental group received treatment in the form of the Flip PDF Corporate e-module and the control group was only given textbooks. The test instrument consisted of 10 multiple-choice questions. Data were analyzed using T-test with the help of the SPSS software. The results of the T-test are in the Sig column. (2-tailed) showed a significant p-value of 0.024. This indicates that H0 is rejected and there is a significant difference in the post-test results between the experimental and the control groups. In other words, the use of Flip PDF Corporate e-module affects the student’s ability to understand the concepts of surface area and volume of a sphere in the sixth grade of State Elementary School.

Augmented Reality in Primary Education: An Active Learning Approach in Mathematics

Active learning, a student-centered approach, engages students in the learning process and requires them to solve problems using educational activities that enhance their learning outcomes. Augmented Reality (AR) has revolutionized the field of education by creating an intuitive environment where real and virtual objects interact, thereby facilitating the understanding of complex concepts. Consequently, this research proposes an application, called “Cooking Math”, that utilizes AR to promote active learning in sixth-grade elementary school mathematics. The application comprises various educational games, each presenting a real-life problem, particularly focused on cooking recipes. To evaluate the usability of the proposed AR application, a pilot study was conducted involving three groups: (a) 65 undergraduate philosophy and education students, (b) 74 undergraduate engineering students, and (c) 35 sixth-grade elementary school students. To achieve this, (a) the System Usability Scale (SUS) questionnaire was provided to all participants and (b) semi-structured interviews were organized to gather the participants’ perspectives. The SUS results were quite satisfactory. In addition, the interviews’ outcomes indicated that the elementary students displayed enthusiasm, the philosophy and education students emphasized the pedagogy value of such technology, while the engineering students suggested that further improvements were necessary to enhance the effectiveness of the learning experience.

Analysis of Student Loss Character After Online Learning Class III and VI Elementary School (Phenomenological Study at SD Negeri Tritih Wetan 05 Jeruklegi Cilacap District)

At the end of 2019, it was the hardest year for countries around the world, including Indonesia. The Corona virus outbreak or Covid-19 hit and has an impact on all aspects of life, one of which is the aspect of education. The government through the Ministry of Education immediately took steps to stop conventional learning in an effort to stop the rate of mutation of the virus. The government opened limited access to Post-Online or Face-to-Face Learning (PTM) gradually by encouraging Yellow Zone and Green Zone schools to implement limited Face-to-Face Learning. Distance learning also results in setbacks, namely in the character of students. Subject of this research were third and sixth grade elementary school students in Jeruklegi Subdistrict, Cilacap Regency, Indonesia. This research used qualitative method. Techniques of collecting data of this research were observation, interview, and documentation studies.The analysis data tecniques used in the study is the Miles and Huberman interactive analysis model. From this research, it can be concluded that the online learning can cause the loss character of students.

LEARNING FUN DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: PHENOMENOLOGICAL RESEARCH BASED ON THE PERSPECTIVE OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTSPEMBELAJARAN

This study aims to dig up information about fun learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. This study is focused on analyzing the perspectives of high school elementary school students regarding fun learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. The method used is qualitative with a phenomenological design, data collected from a qualitative approach by conducting interviews and distributing questionnaires. The participants in this study were 19 fourth, fifth, and sixth grade elementary school students. The results of data collection were analyzed to form several themes. The results of the study show the importance of the skills and personality of the teacher in teaching because it greatly influences students' understanding and passion for learning. The nature and attitude shown by the teacher to students greatly influences learning, how the teacher conveys the material, chooses learning methods, and chooses learning media can attract students to enjoy learning. The role of parents is also one of the supporting factors for the creation of fun learning during the pandemic. It is very important to collaborate between teachers and parents to achieve learning goals so that they can create fun learning during the Covid-19 pandemic.