Sixth-grade Students Research Articles

Examination of the Abstraction Process of Parallelogram by Sixth-Grade Students According to RBC+C Model: A Teaching Experiment

This study used the RBC+C model to reveal the abstractions of the 6thgrade students in the process of transition to the parallelogram area formula. Also, constructing parallelogram area information was employed as a teaching experiment based on the basic interpretive approach, one of the qualitative research methods. The study participants comprised 9 volunteer sixth-grade students with high, medium and low mathematics success levels in a public school in Istanbul in the 2021-2022 academic year. Four activities prepared by the researcher on triangular, rectangular and parallelograms were used as data collection tools. In the study, activities were recorded on video and then transcribed. As a result of the research, it is seen that students with a high and medium success level in the recognizing and building phases did not have difficulty finding the quadrilateral and triangular areas and guided the students with a low success level. Moreover, it was found that students constructed parallelogram area information. Still, when asked about the area formula, they had difficulty expressing their operations even though they correctly found the area. This is because students process by rote and cannot explain mathematical information logically. In line with these results, it is considered necessary and recommended to organize teaching activities that will allow students to learn meaningfully.

초등무용교육에서 케이팝 대중무용의 활용방안 모색

This study explores the potential applications of K-pop popular dance in the ‘subject expression’ component of primary dance education, specifically targeting sixth-grade students. The research proposes an approach to primary dance education that incorporates key elements derived from K-pop idols, including point choreography, group dancing and dance challenge. To explore the integration of K-pop popular dance into primary school dance education, the study employs a two-fold method. First, it conducts a textual analysis of Unit Four from eight primary school physical education textbooks specifically designed for sixth-grade students, with a particular focus on the ‘Subject Expression’ section. Second, it examines K-pop idol music videos from a semiotic perspective. Through these investigations, the study seeks to elucidate the rationale behind incorporating K-pop popular dance into primary school dance education, the methodology for applying K-pop popular dance to cultivate the desired human qualities for future societal needs, and the educational benefits that primary school students can derive from engaging with K-pop popular dance.

THE RELATIONSHIP OF KNOWLEDGE LEVEL ABOUT CLEAN AND HEALTHY LIVING BEHAVIOR WITH THE INCIDENCE OF DIARRHEA IN CHILDREN AT LENTENG TIMUR 1 PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT LENTENG SUMENEP MADURA

Background: Diarrhea disease is included in the Extraordinary Events category in various parts of Indonesia that needs attention. Globally, data on the incidence of diarrhea in the world are still very high, namely 1.7 billion cases every year or the second cause of death that attacks children (WHO, 2017). The study revealed that approximately 8 out of every 10 sixth-grade students at Lenteng Timur 1 Public Elementary School had encountered instances of diarrhea. Objective: The aim of this research was to establish a correlation between the degree of understanding regarding knowledge about clean and halthy living behavior and the occurrence of diarrhea among children. Method: The chosen research methodology is analytical correlation employing a cross-sectional approach design. This research was carried out in Lenteng Timur 1 Public Elementary School, Lenteng District, Sumenep Regency, Madura on Wednesday 24 May 2023. This investigation selected a sample of 42 students, gathering data through a comprehensive sampling technique. The research instrument used in this study was Medi Arjoni's (2021) knowledge level questionnaire. The statistical analysis employed for this study was SPSS version 20 for Windows 11. Results: The results showed that the level of knowledge about clean and healthy living behavior was less than 18 students (42.9%), the incidence of diarrhea during the last 3 months was 25 students (59.5%). Analysis of the extent of understanding in relation to the occurrence of diarrhea p- value<α, namely 0.001<0.05. The conclusion of this study is that there is a relationship between the lack of knowledge about clean and healthy living behavior and the incidence of diarrhea in class VI children of Lenteng Timur 1 Public Elementary School. Conclusion: The suggestion from the researchers aims to enhance comprehension regarding clean and healthy living behavior to support the productivity of a healthy body and a clean environment in everyday life so that they are not easily exposed to disease and reduce the incidence of diarrhea in children.

TEACHING LISTENING TO YOUNG LEARNERS THROUGH SHORT ANIMATION MOVIE

This research used a mixed method (explanatory sequence). This study aimed to find out the significant effect of short animation movies on the listening skills of sixth-grade students in SDIT Al-Ihsan, to know how short animation movies affect teaching listening, and to find out the students' responses and the strengths and weaknesses of using this media in teaching listening. The researcher conducted a quantitative and qualitative data analysis. Data collecting techniques were tests, questionnaires, and interviews. Meanwhile, quantitative data was analyzed with IBM SPSS Statistics 23, and qualitative data were described from interview and questionnaire analysis. The findings significantly affect the students' listening skills using short animated videos. The test hypothesis (2-tailed) indicated that the significance value of 0.001 was less than 0.005, so teaching listening using short animated films affected students' listening skills. The findings of questionnaire data and interviews supported these results. Based on the students' opinions, the short animation movie contains expressions, intonation, motion, and narration that help them easily understand the subject. According to students, the advantages of using short animated videos in teaching listening were that they were fun to watch, easy to understand, and participatory; watching short animated videos could increase student motivation; and being used as a medium for direct depiction of subject matter. According to them, the weakness of using short animated videos to learn to listen was that some pronunciations need to be faster in short animated videos. It needs to be clarified for students and make it easier for them to understand the meaning of the words they hear. The study implies that short animated movies are needed to teach listening.

Development of Science Module Based on Scientific Approach to Improve Science Process Skills of Elementary School Students

This research aims to develop a science module based on a scientific approach to improve science process skills. This research is research and development. This research uses ADDIE development model which has 5 stages, namely analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. This research only reached the implementation stage. The research was carried out at Hamas IT Elementary School. The research subjects were 18 class VI students. The object in this research is VIscience module based on a scientific approach. Data collection techniques are observation, interviews, questionnaires, tests. Data analysis in research is: (a) feasibility analysis science module based on a scientific approach and (b) effectiveness analysis science module based on a scientific approach. Based on the validation results for the product developed, namely a science module based on a scientific approach, show that the material expert validation results are 94.56%, including the very feasible category. Meanwhile, the results of media expert validation, namely 88.70% included in the very worthy category. The results of the pretest that were carried out showed that only 1 student completed it and 17 students did not complete it with a percentage of 44%. Meanwhile, the results of the posttest that had been carried out showed that 18 students completed the test with a percentage of 78%. Based on the explanation above, it can be concluded that the scientific approach based science module developed is suitable and effective for use by sixth grade students at Hamas IT Elementary School.

The Effect of Teaching Data Processing Learning Domain with VUstat Software Activities on Students' Academic Achievement and Retention of Knowledge

The main purpose of the study is to examine the effect of teaching the Data Processing learning domain with VUstat software supported activities on the academic achievement and retention of sixth grade students. The sample of the study, in which the pretest-posttest paired control group design was used, consisted of 45 sixth grade students, 23 in the experimental group and 22 in the control group. The Data Processing Achievement Test, which was developed by the researchers and consisted of 25 questions, was used to collect data for the purpose of the study. As a result of the study, it was revealed that VUstat software activities were effective in ensuring the retention of knowledge, but they were not effective on students' achievement. At the end of the study, some suggestions were made for the researcher's experiences and future research.

Effects of Musical Mnemonics on the Division Skills of Students with Math Difficulties

The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of musical mnemonics in improving division skills among sixth-grade students with severe math difficulties. This experiment builds upon previous work in this field to mitigate the replication crisis in special education. A multiple-baseline design (AB) was implemented, consisting of 3-4 baseline sessions followed by 9-12 intervention sessions. The findings reveal that the training produced an immediate and notable impact on the participants' capacity to solve division problems involving 7s and 9s, which were particularly challenging for them prior to the intervention. All four student participants expressed highly positive evaluations of the strategy instruction. While this research is subject to certain limitations, it serves as a valuable option to assist students struggling in math during the early stages of secondary education, to prevent them from falling behind in the critical area of division. Further research is warranted to explore the generalizability of these findings and to address the limitations encountered in this study.

Pengaruh Model Tutor Sebaya Dan Motivasi Belajar Terhadap Pemahaman Konsep Keliling Lingkaran Siswa Kelas VI SD

The aim of this study is to analyze the influence of student peer-to-peer tutoring model and the level of learning motivation concerning the comprehension of the concept of circle circumference among the sixth-grade students. This study employs a quasi-experimental research design, specifically incorporating pre-test and pos-test assessments. The study's population consists of 107 students, with a sample size of 72 students selected through the utilization of a cluster random sampling technique. The study's instrument uses a form of questionnare and tests. The data analysis for this study involved the utilization of two-way-ANOVA using SPSS 23.0 software for Windows. The conclusions are; (1) A notable influence exists when employing the peer-to-peer tutoring model in enhancing students' comprehension of circle circumferences among sixth-grade students. (2) A distinct impact emerges from students' learning motivation on their grasp of circle circumference comprehension in the sixth-grade. (3) Significant influences are discerned from both the implementation of the peer-to-peer tutoring model and the level of learning motivation, collectively affecting the comprehension of circle circumference among sixth-grade students.

The Effect of Teaching Algebraic Expressions with Educational Games on Sixth-Grade Students’ Attitudes towards Mathematics

The aim of this study was to determine effectively teaching acquisitions which algebraic expressions sub-learning take place in algebra learning field to sixth-grade students by using educational games in addition available teaching methods and the student perspectives on the mathematics lesson. The research's study group consisted of 31 sixth graders from two village middle schools in the province of Niğde’s central district. One of the mixed research approaches, exploratory sequential design, was selected since it was better in accordance with the study's objectives. Both groups took the attitude scale as a pre-test before the application. The experimental group was then taught mathematics using educational games, whereas the control group received no intervention and was simply taught using the techniques found in the present curriculum. Both groups were given the attitude scale as a post-test after the application. Qualitative information was acquired by asking the experimental group’s students their opinions of the method after it had been used. Since the collected quantitative data had a normal distribution, comparisons between groups were made using the independent sample t-test, while comparisons within groups were made using the dependent sample t-test. The qualitative data that was collected was analyzed using content analysis. The results of the study showed that employing educational games to teach mathematics significantly changed the attitudes of the experimental group members toward the topic, or, to put it another way, positively impacted them. After taking into account the students’ perceptions of the process, it was determined that the use of educational games during the lesson raised interest, motivated students, increased their participation in the lesson, helped them understand the subject, and the students enjoyed the process.

Can Students’ Misconceptions regarding Decimal Notation be Eliminated with the 5E Model Enriched with Digital Concept Cartoons?

This study eliminates students’ misconceptions about decimal notation with the teaching method implemented according to the 5E model enriched with Digital Concept Cartoons (DCCs). The study was conducted with eight sixth grade students. In this study conducted using the action research method, lesson plans were designed based on the 5E model enriched with DCCs to eliminate misconceptions. The data were collected from Misconception Identification Forms 1 and 2, observation notes, and interviews conducted during the implementation process. Qualitative data analysis techniques were employed to analyze the data. Consequently, it was revealed that most students’ misconceptions about decimal notation decreased with the application of the 5E model enriched with DCCs. After the implementation, it was observed that most of the students’ misconceptions about sorting, place value, addition–subtraction, marking the numbers on the number line, and rounding in decimal notation were largely eliminated. In contrast, it was observed that students’ misconceptions regarding the multiplication/division operations and problems in decimal notation did not decrease.

Improvement of Executive Function Through Cognitively Challenging Physical Activity with Nonlinear Pedagogy In Elementary Schools

This study investigated the effects of cognitively challenging with nonlinear pedagogical games on the executive functions and situational interests of students in physical education. Participants were 145 fifth and sixth-grade students (74 boys, 71 girls) from four elementary schools. This acute investigation, which included a physical education session, utilized a quasi-experimental design with four groups, repeated measures, and cross-over. After the post-test, one fifth- and one sixth-grade class from each school was randomly assigned to Group 1 with cognitively challenging nonlinear pedagogy games, Group 2 with a session for teaching soccer skills, Group 3 with a session for teaching track and field skills, and Group 4 control group, all the group with cognitively challenging physical with activity nonlinear pedagogy games. Included were pre- and post-test measures of executive functioning and a post-test assessment of situational interest. Students in Group 1 who engaged in cognitively challenging physical activity with nonlinear pedagogy games increased their executive function scores (t(39) =−19.75, p < 0.001, d=1.82) more than students who participated in sessions with group 2 soccer (t(33) =−3.14, p=0.005), group 3 track and field skills (t(38) =−0.98, p=0.325) and those group 4 the control group (t(32) =−0.68, p=0.523). The positive effects on the executive functions of students were duplicated when the cognitively demanding physical activity with nonlinear pedagogy games session was administered to the control group on the waiting list Students who participated in the soccer skills session showed some improvements in their executive functions. Students who participated in cognitively challenging physical nonlinear games scored higher on novelty than those who participated in soccer or track and field. These findings confirm the efficacy of cognitively challenging physical activity using nonlinear games in stimulating the executive functions of students in physical education. Key words: physical activity, nonlinear pedagogy, situational interest, cognitive engagement, design fluency

Project-Based Learning and Flipped Classroom Model Supported Project-Based Learning’s Impact on Academic Success, Retention, and Individual Innovation Competence

The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of Project Based Learning (PBL) and Flipped Classroom Model (FCM) supported PBL on sixth grade students’ academic achievement, retention of knowledge and individual innovation competence. A quasi-experimental design with pre test-post test control group was used in the study. While PBL method was applied to the first experimental group, FCM-supported PBL was applied to the second group. In the control group, teaching was carried out according to the science curriculum. The study was conducted with 80 sixth grade students from three classes during the 2021–2022 school year at a public middle school in Muğla, a province in Turkey. Matter and Heat Achievement Test (MHAT) and Individual Innovation Competence Scale (IICS) were used as pre and post-test measurements. The results revealed that the students who participated in the PBL group and FCM-supported PBL achieved significantly higher post-test scores than those in the control group, indicating increased academic achievement. However, no significant difference was found between the groups in terms of individual innovation competence. It was also observed that the PBL group had significantly higher retention scores than the control group. Investigating the long-term effects of these instructional approaches across different subjects and grade levels would be beneficial.

THE EFFECT OF TEACHING MATHEMATICS WITH DIGITAL STORIES ON ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND MATHEMATICS ANXIETY

Digital Storytelling, which is formed by adding technological elements to traditional storytelling, has been frequently used in education recently. This method, which is also used in mathematics education, contributes to students in both cognitive and affective dimensions. For this reason, the aim of this study is to examine the effects of digital storytelling supported education on the academic achievement of sixth grade students in Integers and Absolute Value and their mathematics anxiety levels. Pre-test post-test experimental design was used. The study group consists 20 middle school students. An achievement test prepared by the researchers was used to measure success, and a scale to determine the level of math anxiety was used to measure anxiety. The test and scale were applied twice, at the beginning and at the end of the process. In the process, teaching was carried out using digital stories prepared by the researchers. SPSS package program was used in the analysis of the data and the dependent sample t-test was used. At the end of the research, it was seen that digital story-supported education positively affected the academic success of the students, but did not affect the anxiety level.

Sixth-grade students pattern generalization approaches

Sixth-grade students pattern generalization approaches

Identification of Electrical Circuit Material Science Misconceptions in Class VI SD UMP Students

A misconception is a wrong belief in a concept, idea, object, or event that is inconsistent with the scientific understanding accepted by experts in that field. The problem studied in this study is the impact of misconceptions that occur in the material for electrical circuits among UMP Elementary School students. This type of research is descriptive with a quantitative approach that is carried out in a definite way to help misconceive the material for electrical circuits using essay questions for SD UMP students. The data obtained in this study included the participation of sixth grade students at SD UMP in answering essay questions, the results of interviews with teachers, and documentation. The data analysis used is quantitative descriptive analysis. The results of the study showed that there were 11.33% misconceptions about electrical circuits in UMP Elementary School students, namely, 11.33% did not understand the concept of electrical circuits, 48% had misconceptions, and 40.67% understood concepts. Misconceptions with high categories that occur in the problem indicators determine how to read electrical circuits in illustrated images, namely 29%.

Mathematical knowledge and skills as longitudinal predictors of fraction learning among sixth-grade students.

Mathematical knowledge and skills as longitudinal predictors of fraction learning among sixth-grade students.

تأثير التربية والدين في الطفولة المبكرة على التعايش والتسامح المجتمعي كنموذج: حالة دراسية طلبة الصفين الخامس والسادس من المرحلة الدراسية الأولى في محافظة دمشق

The study aimed to reveal the effect of education and religion in early childhood on coexistence and societal tolerance as estimated by fifth and sixth grade students in Damascus governorate schools, and to measure the differences between the average scores of the research sample's responses to the societal tolerance scale according to the variables of gender and grade; The current research adopted the descriptive analytical approach, applied the measure of societal tolerance, and the research sample included (294) boys and girls. Among the most important results of the research: The level of influence of education and religion in early childhood on coexistence and societal tolerance according to the estimation of fifth and sixth grade students in Damascus governorate schools was average with a degree of (3.30). The grade variable is in favor of children in the sixth grade.

Fostering Religious Moderation Values of The Sixth Graders in Sampang, Madura

The role of teachers in managing education is crucial for creating a conducive environment that fosters the development of religious moderation values. It goes beyond mere theoretical concepts within specific subjects or programs, aiming to achieve recognition that moderate education is being implemented. The objective of this research is twofold: 1) to analyze the cultivation of religious moderation values in sixth-grade learning at MI Miftahul Ulum Sampang, and 2) to describe the religious moderation values instilled in the sixth-grade students at MI Miftahul Ulum Sampang. This research adopts a qualitative descriptive methodology with a case study design. Data collection involves interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis proceeds through three stages: 1) condensing the data, 2) presenting the data, and 3) drawing conclusions and verifying findings. To ensure data validity, triangulation is employed, encompassing source triangulation, technique triangulation, and time triangulation. The findings of this research indicate that the cultivation of religious moderation values in sixth-grade learning at MI Miftahul Ulum Disanah Sampang encompasses various subjects, including thematic learning, Aqeedah (Belief) and Akhlaq (Morality), Quran and Hadith, Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence), Islamic Education, Science, Social Studies, and Arabic language. Furthermore, the religious moderation values identified in the sixth-grade students at MI Miftahul Ulum Disanah Sampang comprise tolerance, equality, moderation, peace, and nationalism.

Fostering Religious Moderation Values of The Sixth Graders in Sampang, Madura

The role of teachers in managing education is crucial for creating a conducive environment that fosters the development of religious moderation values. It goes beyond mere theoretical concepts within specific subjects or programs, aiming to achieve recognition that moderate education is being implemented. The objective of this research is twofold: 1) to analyze the cultivation of religious moderation values in sixth-grade learning at MI Miftahul Ulum Sampang, and 2) to describe the religious moderation values instilled in the sixth-grade students at MI Miftahul Ulum Sampang.
 This research adopts a qualitative descriptive methodology with a case study design. Data collection involves interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis proceeds through three stages: 1) condensing the data, 2) presenting the data, and 3) drawing conclusions and verifying findings. To ensure data validity, triangulation is employed, encompassing source triangulation, technique triangulation, and time triangulation.
 The findings of this research indicate that the cultivation of religious moderation values in sixth-grade learning at MI Miftahul Ulum Disanah Sampang encompasses various subjects, including thematic learning, Aqeedah (Belief) and Akhlaq (Morality), Quran and Hadith, Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence), Islamic Education, Science, Social Studies, and Arabic language. Furthermore, the religious moderation values identified in the sixth-grade students at MI Miftahul Ulum Disanah Sampang comprise tolerance, equality, moderation, peace, and nationalism.

Enhancing academic achievement and retention of sixth-grade students through the implementation of educational games in teaching algebraic expressions

Enhancing academic achievement and retention of sixth-grade students through the implementation of educational games in teaching algebraic expressions