Social Science Materials Research Articles

Implementation of IPAS with an Inquiry Learning Model in Grade 4 Primary School

IPAS (Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam dan Sosial/Natural and Social Sciences) constitutes essential subjects in the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in primary schools. The primary goal of integrating IPAS is to enable students to effectively manage their natural and social environment as a whole. In light of this objective, the researcher recognized the necessity of conducting this research. The research employs a qualitative approach with a case study method conducted at one of the elementary schools in Sukoharjo District, Central Java. The respondents in this research include the school principal, fourth-grade teachers, first-grade teachers, and fourth-grade students. Data collection was carried out through interviews, observation, and documentation, followed by technical triangulation to validate the field findings. Based on the results obtained from the implementation of IPAS learning using the inquiry learning model, it is established that natural and social sciences were taught separately in the first and second semesters. The results of research conducted in the second semester reveal that IPAS learning activities on social science material have been implemented effectively in terms of planning, execution, and evaluation, with a focus on adhering to the syntax of the inquiry learning model. Obstacles to IPAS learning include educators’ lack of readiness for curriculum changes, limited training and information regarding the curriculum, a lack of skill in using technology, and classroom conditions that are not conducive. Efforts made include increasing the competence of educators through teacher working group forums, participating in training, and managing classes to ensure conducive learning activities. This research is expected to serve as a valuable reference for studying the implementation of IPAS with the inquiry learning model in the Merdeka Curriculum.

The Influence of the Discovery Learning Model on Student Learning Outcomes of Social Science Materials for Grade 4 Students

The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of the Discovery Learning learning model on the learning outcomes of grade 4 students at SDN Gempolegundi Gudo Jombang. Research Methods The quantitive approach with the number of samples is 35 respondents by means of nonprobability sampling techniques with total sampling type. In this study, two meetings were not treated two times and were not treated and at the second meeting was given a treatment (treatment). Instrument. The data collection instrument used was a questionnaire and research documentation and statistical analysis with the help of SPSS 26 software. From the results of the study found The influence of learning models on student learning outcomes. From the calculation of SPSS 26 which addresses the influence of the Discovery Learning learning model on social studies learning outcomes at SDN Gempollegundi Gudo Jombang from the calculation obtained tcount (9,399) ≥ ttable (0.3338) so that H0 is rejected and H1 received an average of the pretest is 60, 00 with the number of samples used 18 and posttest is 80.29 with the number of samples used 17. can be seen in the table

Axiological Analysis of Knowledge Cultivation and Its Contemporary Contextualization (Study of Umar Bin Khattab's Thought)

The axiological known today in the educational sector in principle has been applied by Umar bin Khattab. As a caliph who was more concerned with managing the political stability of his period, of course, linking him to educational theory was rather difficult. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to reveal Umar bin Khattab's ideas about the benefits and value of the spread of knowledge through the axiological approach of philoSophy. The method used is literature-based qualitative (data Sources are literature related to the thoughts of Umar bin Khattab) and analyzed descriptively. The results of his research are axiological values in the thought of Umar bin Khattab in the form of 1) religious value: the creation of peace of mind, morals to educators, and becoming capital in worship, 2) the value of truth and goodness: knowledge can consider one's behaviour and work is right and good Sothat it can get sustenance for him and benefit others, 3) Social value: a gainer of knowledge must provide benefits to Society and must not harm it in the slightest, and 4) Islamic economic value: the acquisition of material from the acquisition of knowledge with halal and good. Contextualizing the four values in the modern era with the habituation method, learning Social science materials perfectly, and managing the state budget for education funds properly.

Is Political Science a Science?

In this literature review, we aim to answer the question, is political science a science? through revisiting the work of Gabriel Almond and Stephen Genco, titled Clouds, clocks, and the study of politics (1977). We will show the paradigm shift in understanding the subject matter of social sciences in terms of epistemology, ontology, and methodology, from the positivist clock-like model to the plastic model of the post- behavioralist schools, relying on the three-stage metamorphosis of Popper’s metaphor of clouds and clocks. Then, we will show how our definition of science has transformed from methodology-focused iron-like rigidity of positivists to the substance-based pursuit of understanding plastic reality. The review fundamentally links the change in the perception of social science as a science to the transformation of our understanding of science as a whole, after the emergence of quantum mechanics and the uncertainty principle of Heisenberg. The end result of this critical review reveals that political science is a science because science itself is not only about regularities and strict laws of classical mechanics, but it is about malleable realities. Therefore, although the subject matter of hard science differs from that of political science, political science could develop on parallel with hard science.

Establishing a research territory in economics: Implications for academic writing instruction

Doing a literature review to establish a research territory constitutes an important task that both experienced and novice writers have to grapple with in research writing. While previous studies have focused on how research gaps are indicated, few studies have exclusively investigated the language resources needed to establish a territory, especially in economics. Using a genre-based textual analysis and inputs from specialist informants, we identified the key rhetorical strategies and language resources used by expert writers to review previous research in high impact publications. The results revealed that this overarching move focuses not only on centrality claims aimed at explicitly captivating the interest of the academic fraternity and real-world stakeholders, but also on previously published information signalling the breadth of knowledge acquired by writers. While specific ‘noun-prepositional phrase’ structures are used to indicate circumstantial exigencies, attributive adjectives depicting enormity are employed to signal growing scholarly engagement in a selected research domain. To furnish background information on previous research methods and findings, writers employ present-tense reporting verbs and gravity-enhancing expressions to delineate present alarming situations, thus demonstrating their readiness to stay current in economic situations. Our findings have pedagogical implications for designing instructional materials in economics and social sciences at large.

Educational Regulation Ineffectiveness in Instilling Pancasila Character in Reform Era

This research aims to find out the ineffectiveness of government regulation in preparing the students with Pancasila character in reform era. Socio-legal research method was used by analyzing and describing the factor causing the ineffectiveness of primary legal material with social science and primary legal material aids. The result of research shows the ineffectiveness of educational regulation in instilling Pancasila character during reform era due to three factors: firstly, the aim and objective of the educational regulation not delivered successfully because the regulation often changes leading to the students and the teachers’ lost orientation; secondly, the contradiction between the objective of educational regulation to instill Pancasila character and the people’s aspiration; and thirdly, the less powerful instrument to support the educational regulation to embody Pancasila character. In the future, the decision of MPR (House of Representatives) should be reconstructed to be the law protection for the blueprint of Pancasila character education that is implemented consistently and sustainably by BSKAP and BPIP to embody students and college students.

Implementasi Model Project Based Learning untuk Meningkatkan Keterampilan Berpikir Tingkat Tinggi dalam IPS Kelas V Sekolah Dasar

This research was conducted with the aim of knowing the implementation of the project based learning model to improve students' higher-order thinking skills in social science material in social sciences. The method used in this study is a qualitative survey method with a total of 22 students. The instruments used in this research are observation and documentation. The data analysis used is qualitative data analysis. Qualitative data analysis is used to provide information that describes the improvement in the results of teacher performance and student activities by using a project_based learning model that is applied during the implementation of learning by using observation sheets. This shows that from the first meeting to the end of four meetings the teacher's performance from 70% to 100% and student activity from 60% to 100%. The conclusion in this study is that students' high-level thinking in social studies can be improved by implementing a project based learning model for class VB students at SDN.

Pengaruh Penggunaan Gadget Terhadap Perilaku Sosial dan Prestasi Belajar Siswa di Sekolah Dasar

This study aims to provide an overview of the Effect of Gadget Use on Social Behavior and Learning Achievement in Social Studies Learning in Elementary Schools. The method we use in this research is descriptive qualitative. This descriptive research is based on the results of the relevant data or literature sources that we have collected. Social sciences are subjects that are taught starting from elementary school using social science materials to study human relations as members of society. The results of this study are the use of gadgets in learning can facilitate obtaining information and improve social skills if used wisely. Gadgets have interesting features for students to use in learning so that students have high learning motivation which affects learning achievement. However, on the other hand, gadgets have negative effects such as addiction, and difficulty interacting and communicating well. The efforts made are that gadgets are used for learning purposes, time restrictions, reward, and punishment, as well as teacher and parent cooperation

The Development of Learning Media using Wordwall Application in Social Science Learning

This research is stimulated by optimizing the material for cultural diversity of traditional houses in Indonesia in the fourth grade of elementary school in social science learning through the digital media of the Wordwall web application. The use of learning media that can add students' interest in learning in social science learning in elementary schools as well as decreasing students' awareness in preserving culture. This research has mission to produce a product in the form of a Wordwall web application learning media on social science material for fourth grade of elementary school. This research used the development of D&D (Design and Development) with the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). The instrument used is a questionnaire to validate material experts, linguists and media experts, as well as teacher and student responses. This research produces a product in the form of learning media for the Wordwall web application material for cultural diversity of traditional houses in Indonesia. Based on the results of the feasibility test through validation by experts, namely material experts, linguists, and media experts using a validation questionnaire, they obtained a "Excellent" score category with indicators of presentation feasibility, language, usability, and illustration design (content). Likewise, the responses of teachers and students also acquire an average of 90.3% in the classify of "Excellent" scores with indicators of material content, presentation, language, and design quality. Therefore, the development of Wordwall application learning media in social science subject theme 7, the beauty of diversity in my country has become one of the optimizations of learning media. Keywords: Wordwall Application, Learning Media, social science learning in Elementary School

Social Science Material Development Design Space-Time-Values Dimensions to Improve 21st Century Life Skills

This development research aims to produce a design for the development of Social Science materials with space-time-values ​​dimensions to improve 21st century life skills among students of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Universitas Negeri Medan. The specific target to be achieved is the production of a Social Science Material Development textbook with the Space-Time-Values ​​Dimension. The research method used is the R&D method following the Borg & Gall procedure. The research subjects involved: lecturers who teach courses; students as subjects for a limited group trial; and five experts for textbook validation. The instruments used were expert validation questionnaires, learning outcomes tests and observation sheets which were analyzed using qualitative descriptive analysis to analyze information on various field conditions; quantitative descriptive analysis used to analyze the scores given by the expert; and statistical analysis assisted by STATCAL software. The result of the research shows that the textbook for the Development of Social Science Materials with the dimensions of space-time-values ​​was developed, valid and suitable for use. Other findings based on observations show that the design of textbook material development contributes to students' 21st century life skills in aspects: critical thinking and problem solving, creative and innovative, communication skills, and collaboration skills.

Peningkatan Hasil Belajar IPS dengan Metode Pembelajaran Snowball Throwing Di Sekolah Dasar

This research is motivated by the low learning outcomes of students on the subject matter of Social Sciences (IPS). The learning outcome is caused by the teachers only using conventional learning methods and the student being less involved in the learning process. Therefore, teachers need to change the way of learning by using appropriate learning methods so that they are not dull. One of the learning methods used is the Snowball Throwing learning method. Students must be more responsive to receiving messages from others and conveying them to their group friends. A pleasant learning atmosphere makes maximum learning outcomes. This study aims to determine the improvement of social studies learning outcomes with the Snowball Throwing learning method in elementary schools. The subjects in this study were fifth-grade students at SDN Belang for the 2021/2022 academic year, with 21 students consisting of 12 male students and nine female students. The method used in this research is Classroom Action Research (CAR) which is carried out in two cycles. Data to determine students' social studies learning outcomes were collected using test results in multiple-choice tests and analysis with percentages. Based on the data analysis, the number of students who finished studying in the pre-cycle was 12 people or 57.14%, after the first cycle, there were 16 people or 76.19%, the second cycle was 19 people or 90.48%. These data indicate that cooperative learning with the Snowball Throwing method can improve social studies learning outcomes in elementary schools.

The Implementation Of Democratic Character Education Through Learning Of Social Science Materials Of Ethical And Cultural Diversity In Elementary School

Globalization has a positive impact on people's lives, but it also raises some issues, including declining the nation's democratic character. Learning about ethnic and cultural diversity in social studies is shown to be helpful in the development of moral character in children. Based on the above description, this study aims to determine the extent to which students can apply democratic character in their daily lives as a result of the implementation of democratic character education. Interviews, questionnaires, and observation were used to collect data in this study. Descriptive qualitative research using a percentage formula was used. Class V SDN Poja II Sumenep, which included 47 students from various ethnic backgrounds, was used for the study. 3.8 percent more students than last year filled out democratic questionnaires, according to the data. This study concludes that the implementation of democratic character education through social studies learning material on ethnic and cultural diversity in elementary schools is categorized as very good according to the character learning syntax. Students' level of understanding in implementing democratic character in everyday life is categorized as very good. This is because students have carried out all activities by predetermined indicators.

Kebijakan Sekolah terhadap Penggunaan Gadget dalam Pembelajaran IPS Terpadu

This study aims to determine the use of gadgets in Integrated Social Studies learning in class VII C of SMP Ma'arif 1 Ponorogo and to determine the implementation of school policies in the use of gadgets in SMP Ma'arif 1 Ponorogo. This study uses a qualitative research method in which the data collected in the form of words, pictures and not numbers like quantitative research. The data analysis technique in this study uses inductive analysis and the type of research is case study. Data was collected by using interview, observation and documentation techniques. The technique of checking the validity of the data is done by triangulation of sources and triangulation of techniques. The data analysis technique uses the Miles and Huberman model analysis technique by using the steps of reducing data, presenting data, and drawing conclusions. The results of this study indicate that the use of gadgets in class VII C SMP Ma'arif 1 Ponorogo in integrated social studies learning functions as a learning facility that is used to work on questions, look for material that has not been understood and look for integrated social science material that is not in the book, gadgets at the time of writing. Lesson hours may not be used but are still under the supervision of the teacher.

Analisis kesulitan belajar dalam mata pelajaran IPS pada peserta didik kelas iv di sekolah dasar

<p><em>This research aims to describe the learning difficulties in social science of fourth grade students at Soropadan elementary school. The research data collected through document study analysis, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis used interactive analysis model by Miles and Huberman. Results of the data analysis showed that students experienced difficulties in material diversity in Indonesia, natural resources, economic activities, jobs, and kingdoms during the Hindu, Buddhist, and Islamic periods. Form of learning difficulties<strong> </strong>was difficult to understand the subject matter or the assignment and forgot easily after learn. Difficulties occured because students through that there was a lot of social science material so that it had an impact on incomprehension, lack of interest in social science lessons, lack of parental assistance while learning, limited learning resources, implementation of learning was not going well. Efforts were made to overcome the learning difficulties of social sciences: teacher observed the learning process and outcomes of students, allowed the students to find information in internet, parents thought their children to read materials, include their children to tutoring, students reread materials, asked the parent, and look for information in internet. This research can be used as a guide in minimizing learning difficulties of social science.</em><br /><em><strong>Keywords</strong>: learning difficulties, social science, causative factor, effort, and elementary school</em></p>

Web-based thematic module in social studies to improving student digital literation skills

Web-based thematic modules were developed based on the needs of social studies teachers and students of a media that collects social science material in an integrated and thematic manner that is easily accessible and flexible. This study aims to (1) find out the procedures for developing and making web-based modules on IPS material, (2) knowing the students' responses after using the WEB-based module as teaching material for social studies, (3) knowing the effectiveness of WEB-based modules viewed from student learning outcomes. The method used is the Research and Development method with a three-stage development model; there are design, production, and evaluation. The results of this study are (1) WEB-based thematic modules developed in two themes, namely the first theme of forest and land fires in Kalimantan and the second theme of the Industrial Revolution 4.0, (2) as for student responses to the use of this web-based thematic module product, in general, give a positive response. Although they found obstacles that were difficult to concentrate when studying with WEB, (3) the effectiveness of the product seen from student learning outcomes showed that this WEB-based module did not have a significant positive impact on student learning outcomes. 46.03% of students entered the category of mastering, and 53.94% of students entered the category of not mastering, so that shows the level of digital literacy of students is still low.

A Non-Naturalised Methodology for Social Sciences

At the rise of the twentieth century, armed with the success of natural sciences, the school of naturalism argued that the appropriate methodology for all disciplines, including social sciences, is that of natural science. The paper argued that social sciences cannot be naturalised and has its own appropriate methodology. The paper examined the arguments for naturalism and non-naturalism of the method of philosophy of social sciences. The paper employed both primary and secondary sources of data. Data collected were subjected to critical analysis and philosophical argumentation. The results showed that the nature of social sciences is such that it cannot be subjected to only scientific methods. The paper concludes that there is a need for a methodology that understands the subject matter of social sciences to address issues in social sciences. The paper addressed some key issues in philosophy of social sciences.
 Keywords: Methodology, Natural sciences, Naturalism, Social sciences.

Spectrum of Social Science Education: Reconstruction of Social Science Competencies Based on Vygotsky’s Social Reconstruction Formula in Primary School

Abstract: In general, this research aimed to develop new formula of ideas and hypothesis of social science education curriculum of primary school. The development was done through the integration of the principles of social reconstruction and constructivism of Vyg otsky in interactional construction. This research used the design of development research, conducted in Bali Prov ince by inv olv ing education experts, principals, teachers and primary school students as research samples determined by purpos ive-randomization. The data instruments of this research consisted of observation sheets interview guides, questionnaires and test of learning outcomes. The whole research data was analyzed qualitatively with an interactive cycle model and CAR (Contextuality-Accuracy- Relevancy) Model, combined with quantitative analysis to comparatively graded the advantage of social reconstruction design with conventional learning design in social science education of primary school. The result of the study indicated that: the social science competency which allowed for students of primary school in accordance with the social constructivism design of Vygostky consisted of: personal competence, sociocultural and intellectual competence, the relevant social science material structure to develop was when systematically organized as real pedagogical learning experiences, sociocultural, psychologycal by relied on the principle of “A student’s as a psychological, sociocultural and intellectual horizons reconstructions-based” and social science classroom environment was a psychological and sociocultural context that should be laid out and directed at efforts of. dynamization of student position from natural position to sociocultural position, provide facility and personal and sociocultural mediation to students in their endeavors to reconstruct the contents, functions and operations contained within their personalities structure.

Effect of short-term mindfulness intervention on anxiety and perceptual stress among senior high school students

Objective To explore the internal mechanism of short-term mindfulness intervention in reducing individual anxiety and stress perception. Methods Totally 134 subjects were recruited and randomized into attention group (n=53), acceptance group (n=41) and control group (n=40). Attention group received observation of breathing intervention program, acceptance group received acceptance of negative emotions intervention program and the control group did not intervene mindfulness and read the social science materials of history. Before and after intervention, cancelled tasks were used to stimulate anxiety and stress perception, and self-rating anxiety scale and Chinese perceived stress scale (CPSS) were used to measure anxiety and stress perception level, and the results of cancelled tasks were recorded. Variance analysis and multiple linear regression were used for data statistics. Results The changes of anxiety in attention group and acceptance group((-1.44±2.42)and(-1.06±2.58)) were significantly higher than that in control group(0.08±2.56)(both P 0.05). The attention group had significant predictive effect on anxiety in post-projected cancellative task compared with the control group (t=-2.84, P 0.05). Conclusion Attention and acceptance play different roles in short-term mindfulness training. Attention factor in mindfulness plays a key role in reducing anxiety level in individual tasks. Key words: Mindfulness; Acceptance; Attention; Perceptual stress; Senior high school students

La investigación evaluativa de materiales didácticos para la educación política y ciudadana a través de contenidos históricos

El siguiente artículo presenta los primeros resultados de la investigación titulada “Desarrollo de la formación sociopolítica para una ciudadanía democrática: diseño e implementación de materiales didácticos en Ciencias Sociales (I+D EDU 2015-65621-C3-3-R)” realizada por el grupo DHIGECS de investigación en Didáctica de las Ciencias Sociales de la Universitat de Barcelona. Partiendo del análisis de investigaciones precedentes, se incide en el papel fundamental que debe tener el conocimiento histórico en la construcción de la dimensión social y ciudadana en los estudiantes. Para ello, se diseñaron materiales didácticos con ese objetivo, que fueron aplicados en centros escolares y analizados mediante un proceso observacional y un análisis cualitativo de los registros con el programa QSRNVIVO 12. Los resultados muestran la relación que se establece entre el uso de metodologías indagativas en el aula de historia, y el desarrollo de capacidades cognitivas que permiten un mejor desarrollo de la dimensión política y ciudadana. The following article introduces the first results of the research entitled "Development of sociopolitical training for a democratic citizenship: design and implementation of didactic materials in Social Sciences (R & D EDU 2015-65621-C3-3-R)" carried out by the DHIGECS research group in Social Science Didactics at the University of Barcelona. Based on the analysis of previous research, the fundamental role that historical knowledge should have in the construction of the social and citizen dimension in students is emphasized. For this, didactic materials were designed with this objective, which were applied in schools and analyzed through an observational process and a qualitative analysis of the records, with the QSRNVIVO 12 program. The results show the relationship established between the use of active methodologies in the history classroom and the development of cognitive abilities that allow a better development of the political and citizen dimension.

PENGEMBANGAN BAHAN AJAR IPS BERBASIS PENDEKATAN SAINS TEKNOLOGI MASYARAKAT (STM) UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KREATIVITAS SISWA DI SEKOLAH DASAR

Social Sciences (IPS) as a part of education has an important role in improving the quality of education, especially in producing qualified students, namely humans who are able to think critically, creatively, logically, and take the initiative in responding to issues in society caused by the impact of scientific development knowledge / science and technology (science and technology). However, social studies learning in elementary schools today is less associated with social and technological issues in the community. Especially related to the development of technology and the presence of technology products in the community, as well as the consequences thereof. Social studies teaching in schools is solely oriented to the demands of the curriculum. A teacher is not easy to create conditions conducive to all students. There are students who are proactive, there are students who are not talkative (quiet) but have academic abilities, and there are also students who talk a lot but have low abilities. In fact, there are students with middle to lower academic abilities who feel pressured by social science material that is full of theories, concepts, which are complicated and even difficult to understand. This causes the lack of meaning in social studies at this time, thus causing student learning activities to be low and learning to be passive. In fact, the 2013 curriculum, the teaching approach used in learning activities should be positioned as a center of attention or in other words active students. Development of IPS teaching materials using the STM approach is a form of teaching that not only emphasizes the mastery of science concepts but also emphasizes the role of science and technology in various people's lives and fosters a sense of social responsibility towards the impact of science and technology on the community. Through the Community Science approach, 6 domains of science can be developed, namely the realm of concepts, processes, creativity, attitudes, applications, and interrelations.