Skills Of Students Research Articles

Using Extant Proofs in the Classroom: A Comprehension Activity Structure

ABSTRACT Proof comprehension is an important skill for students to develop in their proof-based courses, yet students are rarely afforded opportunities to develop this skill. In this paper, we describe two implementations of an activity structure that was developed to give students the opportunity to engage with complex proofs and to develop their proof comprehension skills. We share one implementation in an introduction to proof course and one implementation in an abstract algebra course. In particular, we aim to elucidate the details of facilitating these days in class and offer suggestions on how other instructors can adapt this proof reading activity structure in their own classes.

Peningkatan Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Peserta Didik Melalui Pembelajaran Berbasis Masalah (PBL) dengan Media Audiovisual pada Materi Kemampuan dan Keterbatasanku di SMP Santo Andreas Jakarta Barat

This study aims to enhance the critical thinking skills of students at SMP Santo Andreas in West Jakarta through the implementation of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model combined with audiovisual media, specifically in the subject matter “My Abilities and Limitations.” This approach prioritizes active interaction and real-world problem-solving, which is expected to increase student engagement in the learning process. The integration of audiovisual media aims to simplify the understanding of complex concepts, thereby enriching the overall learning experience. The research also identifies that the low critical thinking abilities of students are a result of less effective conventional teaching methods. By exploring the synergy between PBL and audiovisual media, this study makes a significant scientific contribution. The findings indicate that the application of this method positively and significantly impacts the enhancement of students' critical thinking skills. Therefore, this research recommends the use of PBL and audiovisual media as innovative alternatives in the learning process, particularly within the context of Catholic religious education.

The effectiveness of a training program based on active learning strategies in developing the creative thinking skills of female students with learning disabilities

The effectiveness of a training program based on active learning strategies in developing the creative thinking skills of female students with learning disabilities

Sosialisasi Pentingnya Pembelajaran Public Speaking: Program Pengabdian Masyarakat di SMPN 2 Nagawutung Kecamatan Nagawutung Kabupaten Lembata

This article discusses community service program in socialization on the importance of Public Speaking for students of SMPN 2 Nagawutung, in Nagawutung District, Lembata Regency. This activity was motivated by the importance of public speaking skills in digital and globalization era, as well as the limited access to training in rural areas. The aim of this program was to increase awareness, confidence, and public speaking skills of students. Methods used were observation, lectures, simulation, evaluation, and feedback. The activity was carried out on August 2, 2024, involving students from grades 7, 8, and 9. The material provided covered the importance of public speaking, basic techniques of public speaking, and strategies for overcoming anxiety. Results showed positive responses from the village government, school officials, and students. Students showed enthusiasm and interest in the presented material. In conclusion, this program successfully increased students' awareness of the importance of public speaking skills in their academic and social lives. Recommendations include further training and development of extracurricular activities focused on public speaking to support the ongoing development of students' interests and talents.

Multiliteracies and translanguaging pedagogy in the adult L2-classroom

In this article, we study space for multiliteracies in basic literacy education for adult second language learners of Swedish for Immigrants (SFI). The teaching observed was categorised as translanguaging pedagogy, and the study was part of an action research project with Linguistic Ethnography as the methodological framework. The material used comes from classroom observations in three schools and consists of fieldnotes, recordings of teaching, photographs, handouts and other artefacts. Hornberger’s (2003) continua of biliteracy was used for the analysis. Findings show there to be space for multiliteracies in these classrooms; however, since most students in these classes have limited literacy skills in their earlier languages, the written texts used in class are mainly in Swedish. Findings also show that teaching includes practices from all points on the continua, which Hornberger (1989) highlights as important for biliterate development, in this case to a lesser extent for written language. The shuttling between the ends of all continua is particularly important for students in SFI, Study Path One, who tend to have low status in, for example, the workforce and society. Findings also show that images tend to be used as tools rather than as objects for interpretation. Our conclusion is that space for multiliteracies varies depending on the earlier literacy skills of students, the number of students in a group who understood a particular language and the availability of study guidance assistants in the students’ mother tongues.

Psychodrama Technique Group Guidance to Develop Positive Self-Concept for Students

The problem in this study is the low self-concept of students which results in students becoming less confident, often comparing themselves with others, and not being able to identify themselves. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of group guidance services by using psychodrama techniques to develop students’ positive self-concept. This study uses a quantitative experimental method with a one group pretest posttest design. The population in this study is all students of class X (ten) MAN Dairi totaling 224 students with a sample of 8 (eight) students who have a low positive self-concept taken using a purposive sampling technique using a non-test instrument in the form of a questionnaire. The data analysis used was the Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test with the results obtained an asymp significance value. Sig (2-tailed) is smaller (<) than 0.05, which is the significance value of asymp. Sig (2-tailed) of 0.012. The results obtained from the Wilcoxon signed rank test showed that group guidance services with psychodrama techniques were effective in developing students’ positive self-concept. The novelty of the research conducted by the researcher lies in psychodrama techniques in the context of group guidance for students. Although psychodrama has been used in a variety of therapeutic settings, its application in group guidance in schools is still rarely studied, and the circumstances after the findings can be seen that positive self-concept skills in students have increased compared to before.

Meningkatkan Kemampuan Bernalar Kritis Peserta Didik Pada PAK Dengan Model Pembelajaran PBL Berbantu Power Point Kelas 8 SMP N 2 Wonoboyo Satu Atap Temanggung

Education in Indonesia plays a crucial role in forming competent and competitive human resources. However, despite various reforms, the Indonesian education system still faces various challenges. One of them is the gap in the quality of education between regions, which is reflected in the differences in the results of the National Examination and the Human Development Index (HDI) in various provinces. In response to this, the government implemented the Independent Curriculum which aims to increase learning flexibility and develop 21st-century competencies in students. However, its implementation is still constrained, especially in remote areas with minimal access to quality learning resources. SMP N 2 Wonoboyo Satu Atap in Temanggung Regency, Central Java, is an example of a school that faces this challenge. Located on a mountain slope with limited access, this school serves a community that is predominantly a farmer. This condition has an impact on educational priorities that are often neglected due to economic demands. One of the main problems in this school is the low critical thinking skills of students, especially in Catholic religious subjects. The causal factors include limited learning media, monotonous teaching methods, and lack of support for learning at home. To overcome this problem, innovation in learning methods is needed. Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach supported by power point media can be a solution. This method invites students to actively solve real problems that are relevant to the subject matter. Based on this background, Classroom Action Research entitled "Improving Students' Critical Reasoning Skills in PAK with PBL Learning Model Assisted by Power Point Class 8 SMP N 2 Wonoboyo Satu Atap Temanggung" is expected to improve students' critical reasoning skills.

Peningkatan Keterampilan Bercerita Melalui Kartu Gambar pada Mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini di IAIS Sambas

Storytelling is one of the habits of ancient people in conveying a message or telling an activity that has happened. A person's storytelling skills are closely related to the speaking skills that the person has. There are two important elements that must be mastered by students in storytelling, namely linguistics and the elements of what is told. Accuracy of speech, grammar, vocabulary, fluency and smoothness, illustrate that students have good speaking skills. Departing from the phenomena in the field, researchers see that students' storytelling skills are still lacking. This study aims to explore the improvement of storytelling skills in students of early childhood education study programs using picture cards. The method used is a quantitative approach with a descriptive type of research. The results show a significant increase in storytelling skills using picture cards.

Developing Digital Skills in Students through Blended Learning

The conditions that provoked changes in the system of education and its receiving by students are mentioned. Traditional, distance and hybrid forms of education their features, advantages and disadvantages are considered from the point of view of modern education. The pandemic of COVID-19 necessitated the search for conditions for further implementation of education with minimal omissions. Solving that problem remote learning was invented for the quarantine period, while providing this format, some organizations had to develop a system of educational resources and online platforms for interaction between teachers and students in a short time. There was also a need for technical support for both students and teachers in need of mastering new technologies and competencies. Despite the difficulties encountered, the conditions of the pandemic made it possible to open up new online education opportunities that could not be ignored after all restrictions were lifted. Returning to the traditional form of education there is a crucial question how can the developed online resources and platforms be used in teaching students. Hybrid form of education has been recognized as an effective innovation with a number of conditions and requirements that act as an obstacle to the organization of the educational process, including for teachers, the role of the teaching staff in this system is changing and expanding. The information and technical resources and conditions that allow for the implementation of blended learning, and some of its types, are indicated. In conclusion, the effectiveness of hybrid education is outlined, as well as the basic requirements for students studying in this form.

The perceived long-term impact of peer teaching in the skills lab. A descriptive interview study

ABSTRACT Teaching is an essential skill for future doctors. Peer-assisted learning (PAL)–where students take up a teaching role at an early stage of their training–is widely used in medical curricula. No studies have explored the long-term perceived impact of peer teaching. Therefore, we aimed to determine how former peer teachers reflected on PAL and its perceived long-term impact. In this longitudinal descriptive study, we conducted 42 semi-structured interviews with 11 former peer teachers at the University of Antwerp. Five of them were interviewed 6 months after PAL; 6 of them 9 years after PAL. This latter group was also interviewed during PAL in a previous study. We conducted secondary analyses of previously collected interviews, consistently comparing the findings with new data gathered from the current interviews. Using realist thematic analysis, topic summary themes were generated. Former peer teachers reflected on their PAL experience with a lot of satisfaction. Those meanwhile working as residents are still passionate about teaching. Peer teachers experienced a gain in clinical examination- and professional skills in the long-term, facilitating a smoother transition to their internship. Our findings suggest that PAL selects diverse but committed students. The longitudinal data demonstrate how PAL initiates or stimulates different skills in diverse students, including public speaking, teaching, time management, and self-efficacy in specific clinical skills. Regarding the chicken-and-egg question, our study encompasses both longitudinal cases illustrating the pre-existing skill theory and cases demonstrating how achieved competences were induced by PAL. Former peer teachers experienced long-term benefits of PAL, which eased their transition into the internship. PAL has the potential to ignite a lasting passion for teaching, providing diverse and unique learning opportunities not only for the most talented and ‘pre-selected’ medical students but also for a range of dedicated future clinicians.

Meningkatkan Sikap Kritis Siswa dengan Model PBL berbantuan Media Video Fase E Kelas X di SMA Negeri 4 Pematangsiantar

This research aims to enhance the critical thinking skills of 10th-grade students at SMA Negeri 4 Pematangsiantar through the implementation of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model, supported by video media. The students' critical thinking is assessed based on their ability to analyze information, distinguish between facts and opinions, and evaluate the reliability of the information they receive, particularly in relation to the influence of mass media. This study uses a Classroom Action Research (CAR) design consisting of two cycles, with each cycle including the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The results of the research showed a significant improvement in students' critical thinking from the first cycle to the second. In the first cycle, the average critical thinking score was only 68%, with the main weakness being the evaluation of information reliability. However, after improvements in the second cycle, the average score increased to 90%. Students became more engaged in group discussions, better able to analyze videos, and more critical in evaluating media content. The use of video as a learning medium was also found to be effective in facilitating visual and contextual understanding of the material. The research employed a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data collection techniques included observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis techniques involved data reduction by selecting raw data into useful information, data presentation in the form of descriptions, graphs, and tables, and drawing conclusions based on the research findings that addressed the research questions. The use of the Problem-Based Learning model, supported by video media, followed the PBL syntax, including steps such as orienting students to the problem, organizing students for learning, guiding individual or group investigations, developing and presenting results, and analyzing and evaluating the problem-solving process. This approach proved effective in enhancing student motivation and independence in critical thinking and responsibility towards the influence of mass media in the 10th-grade class at SMA Negeri 4 Pematangsiantar. In conclusion, the implementation of the PBL model with video media significantly improved students' critical thinking skills. Recommendations include optimizing the use of video, providing more intensive support for students in need, strengthening group discussions, and continuing critical thinking exercises.

Development of android-based self-assessment application for basic pencak silat techniques

In Physical Education learning (PE), the absence of effective self-assessment to measure basic pencak silat techniques can hinder student learning and skill development. This research aimed to develop an Android-based self-assessment application for basic pencak silat techniques in PE classes. The study follows the Research and Development (R&D) method, incorporating the ADDIE model: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. Through expert validation and field trials at State High School 1 Bengkalis, the application's feasibility and effectiveness were assessed. Results showed a high level of feasibility and effectiveness, with significant improvement in students' understanding and skills in basic pencak silat techniques. The application offers benefits such as ease of use for teachers, increased student interest, and clear learning objectives. However, challenges include dependence on internet connectivity and device limitations. Despite limitations, this study contributes to innovative and efficient learning aids, enhancing skill assessment in PE. The implications extend to curriculum integration and improved assessment methods for teachers, empowering students to monitor their progress and enhance their skills independently. Future research could explore broader applications in sports learning and address specific needs in pencak silat education.

Collaborative balance rule learning: Do students’ age, group composition, prior knowledge, and scientific reasoning skills matter?

Research on balance rule learning has focused on studies done in individual settings. This study investigates how students collaboratively learn balance rules and focuses especially on four variables that potentially affect rule development: student age, group composition, prior knowledge, and scientific reasoning skills. Eight-, ten- and twelve-year-old students collaboratively used a designed simulation-based learning environment with an open experimentation space and tasks that required progressively more complex balance rules. Students’ balance rules were tested before and after intervention with the Balance Scale Test and their scientific reasoning skills were tested with items from the Science-P Reasoning Inventory. The results show that the intervention was successful in developing students’ balance rules. Logistic regression show that the students’ previous knowledge was the only variable that affected the likelihood of rule development. Students’ with less complex pre-test rules developed their rules more often than students with more complex pre-test rules when controlling for the other variables. The results go against some previous findings and show that a collaborative setting can lead to balance rule learning with primary school aged students.

Comparison of Volleyball Skills of Rural and Urban Students in Bardiya

This study aims to compare the volleyball skills of rural and urban secondary school students in Bardiya district. A descriptive research method was employed, and respondents were selected using a random sampling technique. The AAHPER volleyball skill test, a standardized assessment tool, was utilized, comprising four specific skills: volleying, serving, passing, and setting. To analyze the data, various statistical techniques were applied as required. Each test item was compared separately between the rural and urban groups. The findings indicated that the mean scores of rural school students were higher for all four skills. A Z-test was conducted to determine the significance of the differences, revealing significant differences in each skill item. The study concluded that rural secondary school students in Bardiya district possess better volleyball skills compared to their urban counterparts. This conclusion is based on the higher mean scores and significant differences observed in the AAHPER volleyball skill test items. These findings suggest that rural students may have more opportunities or better conditions for developing their volleyball skills compared to urban students in this region. The findings of this study may be helpful to the coaches and selectors of players of volleyball game to find new players who possess potentiality to be good player of the game.

Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Pendidikan Agama Katolik dengan Model PBL Berbantuan Wordwall Game Kelas V SDN 26 Simanindo Sangkal

This classroom action research aims to improve the learning outcomes of Catholic Religious Education among fifth-grade students at SDN 26 Simanindo Sangkal using the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model supported by the Wordwall Game as an interactive media. The research was conducted in two cycles, with each cycle involving stages of planning, action, observation, and reflection. The primary focus was on assessing students' cognitive learning outcomes and critical thinking skills, aligned with the Pancasila Student Profile. The results of the research demonstrated a significant improvement in student performance. In the first cycle, the average cognitive score was 80.71, which increased to 91.43 in the second cycle. Additionally, students showed increased engagement in asking relevant questions, identifying key information from various sources, and formulating conclusions, which are critical elements of critical thinking. The use of the Wordwall Game successfully enhanced the learning process by making it more interactive and motivating for students. In conclusion, the implementation of the PBL model with the assistance of the Wordwall Game proved to be effective in enhancing both the cognitive learning outcomes and the critical thinking skills of students in Catholic Religious Education.

Meningkatkan Kemampuan Bernalar Kritis Peserta Didik Pada Mata Pelajaran PAKBP Melalui Metode PBL Kelas IX SMPN 4 Menyuke

This research is motivated by the low learning motivation and critical thinking skills of students in the Catholic Religious Education subject at SMPN 4 Menyuke. The use of monotonous teaching methods is one of the main causes for the lack of stimulation for students to think critically. To address this issue, the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method was implemented as an interactive approach aimed at improving students' critical thinking skills and learning outcomes. This study used classroom action research conducted in two cycles. In cycle I, the observation of critical thinking skills showed that all students were in the "Developing" category with an average class score of 69.0. The most commonly achieved indicator was "Asking questions to clarify information," while the lowest was "Explaining assumptions used in the thinking process." In cycle II, there was a significant improvement with the average class score increasing to 81.1, reflecting the effectiveness of PBL in enhancing students' critical thinking and analysis. Cognitive learning outcomes also improved, where in cycle I most students were in the "Sufficient" category, and only 5 students reached the "Proficient" category with an average score of 78. In cycle II, the average score increased to 85, with several students reaching the "Proficient" category. This improvement between cycles indicates that PBL is effective in enhancing students' cognitive understanding.

Meningkatan Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Siswa Kelas X Melalui Model Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning di SMK Pertukangan Santo Yusup

This Classroom Action Research (CAR) aims to improve the critical thinking skills of Grade X students at SMK Pertukangan Santo Yusup by applying the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model. The background for this research is the previously low critical thinking skills of students, who tended to be passive and less actively involved in the learning process. The method used is Classroom Action Research (CAR) divided into two cycles, Cycle I and Cycle II, covering the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. In the first cycle, observation results showed that most students were still in the low category of critical thinking skills, with only a few reaching the "Proficient" category. After improvements in the second cycle, there was a significant increase. The number of students able to think critically in the "Proficient" category rose to 47%, and many students began to analyze, evaluate, and argue more effectively. The study also proved that the application of PBL increased students' active involvement in learning. They became more engaged in group discussions, problem-solving, and independent problem analysis. The classroom atmosphere also became more dynamic, with more positive interactions between students and between students and teachers. In conclusion, the PBL model is effective in improving students' critical thinking skills. The recommendations are to strengthen the implementation of PBL, develop relevant learning materials, provide sufficient time for learning, and conduct regular evaluations to ensure continuous improvement. With proper implementation, PBL can be further developed to help students hone their critical thinking skills.

Prevalence of pelvic examinations on anesthetized patients without informed consent.

The pelvic examination is a fundamental tool for the evaluation and diagnosis of women's health conditions and an important skill for all medical students to learn as future physicians for the early detection of treatable conditions such as infection or cancer. Although the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) asserts that performing pelvic examinations under anesthesia for educational purposes should only occur if the patient provides explicit and informed consent, there still have been reports of medical students performing pelvic examinations on anesthetized patients across the country, and many states are now starting to pass bills requiring informed patient consents to conduct pelvic examinations under anesthesia. The objectives of this study are to evaluate the prevalence of pelvic examinations performed by osteopathic medical students on anesthetized patients without consent while fulfilling their third-year OB-GYN clerkship requirements. The survey was administered and distributed to all osteopathic medical schools in the country via the Student Osteopathic Medical Association's (SOMA's) chapter emails, outreach emails, and SOMA's social media accounts to collect data. Inclusion criteria included third- or fourth-year osteopathic medical students who completed their OB-GYN clerkship rotations when taking the survey. The exclusion criteria included any osteopathic medical student who had not completed their OB-GYN clerkship rotation. We utilized descriptive analysis to summarize the final data. We received 310 responses. The final number of responses was 291 after meeting the exclusion criteria. Most osteopathic medical students (94.2 %, n=274) considered the practice of performing pelvic examinations on anesthetized patients without their explicit consent unethical. Among theparticipants, 40.9 % (n=119) admitted to performing pelvic examinations on patients under anesthesia while on OB-GYN rotations, but most of them (57.1 %, n=68) did so without obtaining prior consent from the patients. Notably, the number of pelvic examinations performed by medical students on patients under anesthesia ranged widely from 1 to 25 with a median number of 10. Moreover, 58.9 % (n=70) indicated that they had not been properly educated to obtain specific consent before performing pelvic examinations under anesthesia. Many participants cited efficiency of practice, lack of policy awareness and personal education by medical students, andfailure to refuse to perform pelvic examinations on anesthetized patients as trainees when asked by their seniors or preceptors. This study demonstrates that although most osteopathic medical students consider performing pelvic examinations on anesthetized patients unethical, many still admit to practicing pelvic examinations on patients under anesthesia, while on OB-GYN rotations for efficiency of practice, lack of policy awareness and personal education, and being in unique positions in which grades are determined by seniors and preceptors for their willingness to do what is asked even if the practice does not align with their conviction. This study highlights the importance of ongoing research and implementation of policies at institutional and state levels that will procure the value of pelvic examinations while protecting and upholding the ethics of patients' rights and autonomy of medical students.

Optimizing Science Process Skills Through the Use of Simple Steam Power Plant Models in Middle School Physics Education

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of using a simple steam power plant prop in improving the science process skills of eighth grade students at Pesantren Guppi Samata Junior High School. The importance of this study lies in the need for innovative teaching methods that can improve students' engagement and understanding in science education, especially considering the limitations of traditional laboratory resources. A quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest control group was used, involving purposive sampling of two groups: an experimental group that used a simple steam power plant prop and a control group that did not use the prop. Data were collected through a structured multiple-choice test that assessed various aspects of science process skills and were analyzed using descriptive statistics, normality tests, and independent t-tests. The findings showed that the experimental group significantly outperformed the control group in the posttest (p = 0.000), indicating that the simple steam power plant prop effectively facilitates better understanding of scientific concepts through hands-on learning. The novelty of this study lies in its focus on the use of simple and accessible teaching props to improve practical skills in science education. The results of this study suggest that incorporating these tools into teaching can improve educational outcomes, and offer a valuable resource for educators facing limited laboratory facilities.

Implementation of Electrical Engineering Curriculum in the Era of Industry 4.0 in Indonesia: Stakeholder Participants Qualitative Interviews

The rapid development of science and technology has led to fundamental changes in terms of qualifications, competencies, and requirements to enter the industrial world. This has led to the adjustment of the effectiveness of collaboration between industry and higher engineering education, thus necessitating further consideration of engineering higher education curricula that are oriented towards the industrial revolution. The aim of this study is to examine how the electrical engineering curriculum can be adjusted and improved to be more relevant to the technological advancements and industrial demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution era in Indonesia. This qualitative descriptive study utilizes the Focus Group Discussion (FGD) method and semi-structured online interviews. Stakeholder participants including the heads of Electrical Engineering programs in the top twenty universities in Indonesia have been involved in this study. We explore perspectives on the implementation of the electrical engineering curriculum, its rationale, objectives, methods, and challenges in its execution. Herewith, curriculum revisions are deemed necessary while still adhering to the fundamental principles based on accreditation institution guidelines. The findings highlight that incorporating the latest technologies with a focus on practical skills relevant to the development of Industry 4.0 is essential. The latest technology supporting practical skills for electrical engineering students needs to be improved. Active involvement from all parties in the curriculum implementation is the key to producing competent graduates prepared to face global challenges in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.