Students Of Class Research Articles

Feasibility of introducing integrated disease surveillance and response into curricula of public health training institutions in Sierra Leone: the process and lessons learnt

IntroductionResponse to public health emergencies is a big challenge in African countries due to inadequate workforce. Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR) is a strategy implemented by African member states of WHO to strengthen capacity for disease surveillance and response at all levels. Despite successful implementation of IDSR in most countries, one of the challenges that persists is that of inadequate trained workforce competent enough for public health surveillance. Introducing IDSR pre-service curriculum in public health training institutions has therefore been recommended by WHO as one of the strategies to sustainably address the human resource challenge. We report on the process and lessons learnt in Sierra Leone which was the first country to implement the recommendation.MethodsThis was a descriptive study where the process of introducing and implementing IDSR pre-service curriculum in Sierra Leone was documented from 2018 to 2024. Data was collected through observation, documentation and analysis of key processes that took place. These processes included, inter alia, advocacy with public health training institutions, development of the IDSR pre-service curriculum and incorporation of the curriculum into the existing training programs of colleges and universities.ResultsIDSR preservice curriculum was developed and successfully introduced in eight targeted public health training institutions in Sierra Leone from September 2021. Training content was adapted from the 3rd Edition of IDSR technical guidelines developed by WHO in 2019. As at February 2024, more than 4,200 students had started taking IDSR modules in the eight institutions with 2,108 having completed and graduated. During the process, we learned that key enablers to success were government support, good advocacy with the training institutions and training of lecturers on IDSR. Main challenges were the long process of curriculum approval by training institutions and handling of big classes of students without adequate training materials.ConclusionIntroducing IDSR into the preservice curricula of public health training institutions is feasible and can provide a reliable and continuous supply of a trained workforce ready to be utilized for IDSR in Africa. Successful implementation requires advocacy with training institutions as well as regular monitoring of the implementation to maintain good quality.

Examining the impact of cultural literacy on students' attitudes of tolerance towards diversity

This study aims to identify the influence of cultural literacy on students' understanding of attitudes of tolerance towards diversity. This quasi-experimental study was conducted using a post-test-only control group design. This study was conducted in an elementary school in Bali involving groups of fourth-grade students, who were students from two different classes and selected using statistical matching techniques. One group became the experimental group, and the other became the control group. The research data were collected using an understanding test of attitudes of tolerance towards diversity. The post-test was given to the two groups after the experimental group had been taught cultural literacy, and the control class was taught using conventional materials commonly used by teachers for eight meetings. The results of the post-test were analyzed quantitatively using descriptive statistics, independent t-test, and Cohen’s d. From the results of the descriptive statistical analysis, it was found that students in the control class had better average scores in terms of understanding attitudes of tolerance towards diversity than the control group. The results of the independent t-test showed that the difference in the average value was proven to be significant. Furthermore, the results of the effect size test also showed that cultural literacy has a large and significant influence on students' understanding of attitudes of tolerance towards diversity. Thus, from these results, it can be concluded that cultural literacy is effective in improving students' understanding of attitudes of tolerance towards diversity.

Linguistics is for everyone

Abstract Introducing students to linguistics before they embark on their undergraduate studies can increase awareness and interest in the field. After documenting my ultimately unsuccessful attempts at creating a standalone course in linguistics at an independent school in Los Angeles, CA, I discuss how I have successfully incorporated linguistics lessons into both my elective classes in the Latin language and my core course in world history. I will show that high school students, particularly older students in advanced classes, are capable of sophisticated linguistic analysis approaching the level of undergraduate student work if they are given proper training. Their progress in the field of linguistics is limited only by the number of hours available to dedicate to linguistics activities in an already packed curriculum. By introducing students to the field of linguistics early in their high school career and revisiting these skills as frequently as possible over the course of four years, I have found that they are more likely to enroll in linguistics classes at the undergraduate level.

ANALISIS KETERAMPILAN SERVIS ATAS BOLA VOLI PADA SISWA KELAS XI AGRIBISNIS TERNAK UNGGAS SMK NEGERI 1 BAWEN

This research aims to understand the potential of students of class XI Agribisnis Ternak Unggas SMK Negeri 1 Bawen in performing volleyball overhead serves because many students still have difficulties, such as shots that often fail to pass the net. This research applies a survey method with a quantitative method, and the assessment is carried out using an overhead serve skills rubric. All 64 students of class XI were made research participants. Information was reviewed explicitly and then presented in the form of a percentage. The results showed that most students were in the Good category (65.6%) with a score of 12–14, and the rest were in the Moderate category (34.4%) with a score of 9–11. No students achieved the Very Good, Less, or Very Less classification. The average student score was 11.97, included in the Moderate category. This finding indicates the need for learning improvements to help students improve their overhead service skills.

Career self-management behavior among undergraduate students: A comparison of two-time points

The COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath have heightened the importance of career self-management, a behavioral variable deserving of university attention. Using online surveys of undergraduate students in hospitality classes at two-time points, this empirical study found that career self-management behavior (i.e., networking behavior, visibility behavior, self-initiated developmental behavior, and job mobility preparedness) is facilitated by positive career planning attitude (i.e., career optimism, perceived knowledge of the job market, and career adaptability). Results show that a certain aspect of a positive career planning attitude is more strongly related to a certain behavior than other behaviors. We found no salient differences in relationships among latent variables in our hypothesized model across years, but there were minor differences between sociodemographic groups. This study extends the extant literature regarding university students’ career planning and management by adding specific information in the context of hospitality and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Exploring High School Students' Experiences on Chemistry Laboratory Classes in Blended Learning Environment

Chemistry laboratory activities cultivate scientific inquiry that enable students to experience and discover scientific processes and occurrences. Likewise, research examining the synergy of online and face-to-face modalities in the context of post-pandemic education is still in its formative years. Drawing from this premise, this study aimed to analyse the insights and experiences of senior high school students in chemistry laboratory classes in a blended learning environment. This research utilized a case study approach that involved fifteen (15) Grade 12 STEM students. Data sources included responses to survey questionnaire and semi-structured interviews which elicited students’ insights and experiences on chemistry classes in blended learning setting. Thematic analysis revealed several themes such as social interaction, affective domain, lesson understanding, and course design and resources that encapsulated the benefits, challenges, and suggestions for improvement of a blended learning environment. Particularly, designing chemistry laboratory classes in a blended learning set-up should capitalize on the learners’ context, hence, a framework illustrating the considerations in redesigning chemistry classes is also crafted based on student’s experiences and recommendations. These findings shed light on the redesigning of both the online and face-to-face components of blended learning into a seamless learning environment that optimizes science learning amid the transition in the educational landscape.

PAIR-WORK FOR SPEAKING CLASS FOR FORMAL INTERACTION IN UNIVERSITY

This article contains students' pair work interactions on developing their speaking skills in speaking class. Pairing students for their speaking practice was more effective than grouping the students. But in this study that was not always the case. There are some requirements to complete the effectiveness of pair-work interaction. Thus, to collect the data, the author observed a speaking class in one of the universities in Surabaya with the consent of the faculty and the lecturer. The collected data will be analyzed using interactive analysis techniques and was presented in a descriptive form. There were two classes that were observed with 26 students in first class and 27 students in second class. When the students present are an odd number the lecturer will make it one group with three people. The lecturer lets the students have freedom to choose their own partner. The topic that was given to the students was "Welcoming Visitor”. From the observations the task was more successfully carried out by the second class than the first class. Pairs in the first class are less active than the second class. This can be seen from when they discussed how they proceed with the assignment of this speaking class. Based on the experience of this current study it is advisable to observe pair-work activities within smaller student groups than those of the current study, as observing large-scale pairs can be overwhelming for the observer. When observing large-scale pairs it is advisable to employ more than two observers. Thus the results would yield richer information and enhanced result consistency when monitoring a class engaged in pair work.

Upaya Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran IPAS Menggunakan Media Ular Tangga Berbasis Digital di Kelas V SDN 101766 Bandar Setia

This study aims to determine the learning outcomes of students in Magnet material using digital-based snake and ladder media in grade V of SD Negeri 101766 Bandar Setia. The method used is Classroom Action Research (PTK) which consists of 4 stages of activities in each cycle consisting of action planning, implementation of actions, observation/data collection and finally reflection. The subjects in this study are 24 students in class V of SD Negeri 101766 Bandar Setia. The instruments used in this study are multiple-choice test questions as many as 10 questions and an assessment rubric. The data collection technique uses direct observation techniques and uses quantitative data analysis techniques. The results of the research from the implementation of two cycles, where in the pre-cycle stage obtained student learning outcomes with an average of 65.83, then carried out the first cycle obtained a learning outcome score with an average of 75.42 which increased from pre-cycle to cycle I of 9.59. Finally, conducting cycle II obtained a learning outcome score of 82.08 which increased from cycle I to cycle II of 6.66. It can be concluded that the use of digital-based snake and ladder media can improve students' social science learning outcomes

The effectiveness of BRADeR learning model to improve junior high school students' science literacy abilities

The BRADeR learning model is an innovative model developed to help teachers train students' scientific literacy skills. The aim of this research is to determine the effectiveness of the BRADeR learning model in improving junior high school students' scientific literacy skills. This research is included in the type of quasi-experimental research. The research design used is quantitative research using descriptive methods (descriptive-quantitative). The subjects of this research were seventh class students at State Junior High School 5 of Pematangsiantar. Data collection techniques are in the form of tests, and the data analysis process uses descriptive quantitative-qualitative and n-gain. The results of the research show that the BRADeR learning model is effective, in terms of: a) its influence on the scientific literacy abilities of junior high school students, where: (1) n-gain in the scientific literacy abilities of junior high school students is in the medium to high category, and (2) there is an increase in literacy abilities science junior high school students. From the research results, it can be concluded that the BRADeR learning model is effective in improving junior high school students' scientific literacy skills. Other researchers can strengthen research in this area, expand its scope, and ensure that the learning models developed can be applied more effectively and are relevant to broader contexts.

Effect of Directed Pre-Veterinary Career Education on Applicant Confidence and Perception of the Profession.

Elective undergraduate courses are offered at the University of Georgia and the University of Florida that explore veterinary careers, offer guidance on being a successful veterinary school applicant, and expose students to the reality of the profession through guest speakers. Students (N = 276) from both universities responded to a survey offered at the first and last class period over the course of five semesters. Using 100-point Likert scales, students were asked to gauge their opinion of and interest in the profession and demonstrate their confidence in various aspects of building a successful application. Data were analyzed as a randomized complete block design with survey completion time as the fixed effect. After completing the course, students showed decreased (p < .01) interest in becoming a veterinarian and a reduced (p = .01) opinion of the profession. Despite these decreases, student perception ratings remained in the positive range in both categories. Student opinions of financial commitment, veterinarian mental health, and diversity did not change (p > .20) after taking the course, though ratings in these categories were neutral to somewhat negative. The post survey revealed students demonstrated more confidence in applying to veterinary school (p < .01), including understanding academic requirements, identifying ideal references, composing a statement of purpose, and gaining veterinary experience (p < .01). The survey demonstrated the benefits of a career exploration class for pre-veterinary students by increasing applicant confidence and showed that challenges facing the profession may influence the applicant pool.

THE USE OF VIDEO YOUTUBE TO IMPROVE STUDENTS ENGLISH VOCABULARY AT SMK MITRA NUSANTARA KOTA BEKASI IN ACADEMIC 2023/2024

English is a global language that serves as a link between different parts of the world. Rich vocabulary and mastery of sentence structure are two of the many important elements in learning English. This study aims to identify the effectiveness of using YouTube videos in improving students' vocabulary and learning motivation in learning English. The method used is Classroom Action Research (PTK) involving cycles of planning, action, observation, and reflection. The research subjects were 28 students of class XI of Light Vehicle Engineering at SMK Mitra Nusantara in the academic year 2023/2024. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and initial and final tests. Data analysis was carried out qualitatively and quantitatively. The results showed that there was an increase in students' active participation and an increase in vocabulary scores. The pre-test average score of 59.64 increased to 70.07 in the cycle 1 post-test, and to 80.39 in the cycle 2 post-test. The number of students who met the Minimum Completion Criteria (KKM) increased from 10 students in the pre-test, to 18 students in cycle 1, and 24 students in cycle 2. The findings indicate that the use of YouTube videos as learning media is more effective than conventional methods in improving students' English vocabulary. The researcher suggests that teachers consider the integration of audio-visual media such as YouTube videos in English language learning to improve students' learning outcomes.

Development of Discovery Learning Model Learning Tools on the Know Industry Theme to Improve Numeracy Skills

Purpose: This research aims to develop learning tools consisting of teaching modules, student worksheets, and numeracy ability test questions using the discovery learning learning model on the tofu industry theme that is valid, practical, and effective. Methodology: This type of research is development research using the Thiagarajan 4D development model. The data collection techniques used were observation of the implementation of learning tools, student observation, numeracy ability test results, and student response questionnaires. The research subjects consisted of 33 students in the trial class, 32 students in the experimental class, and 32 students in the control class. Findings: The findings from this research are that the learning tools developed have valid, practical and effective criteria. Apart from that, another discovery was that the learning tools developed had a significant influence on an increase in students' numeracy skills as shown by the average N-Gain value of the experimental class being greater than that of the control class. This shows that there is a significant influence from the application of the discovery learning tool model with the tofu industry theme on increasing the number of students. Unique contributions to theory, practice and policy: It is recommended that teachers can develop and apply Discovery Learning by presenting problems in everyday life in other learning materials. This is because the Discovery Learning learning model can improve students' numeracy skills.

The Effect of Realia (Real Object) Media on Students’ Vocabulary Skill at MIS Hikmatul Salridho

The objective of the research is to know whether the effect of use Realia Media on students vocabulary knowledge at the fourth grade of elementary at HikmatulSalridho. Based on the statement above, this research used experimental design of collecting data, the class that will be tested is divided into two classes, class A and class B, class A as control class and class B as Experimental class. The experimental group is the group that will be a measured of whether the test is successful or not using realia media, while the control group is considered without using realia media. Based on the statement beside, the researcher choose the population of class IV students at Hikmatul Salridho School. Where, the first class was students of class IV – A (as experimental groups) and IV – B (as control group) of the MIS Hikmatul Salridho School. After analyzing the results of the research, the researcher obtained data about the scores of the teaching and learning process using Realia Media. The researcher concluded that there was any significant effect of applying was proved by the results of the pre-test scores before giving the treatment. And it can be seen that the results of the statistical calculations above where the value of (to) is higher than (tt). The researcher also found there were some difficulties in students' vocabulary by applying Realia Media, especially in remember the vocabulary. The Realia Media are very interested to be implemented to improve vocabullary skills. The researcher found that there is always improvement in the learning. It’s mean that the implementation of Realia Media to improve students’ vocabulary skills can make students more actived, motivated, and interested. From the explanation above, it means that teaching learning process by using Realia Media can improve students’ ability in English vocabulary skill.

Analisis Kesalahan Siswa dalam Menyelesaikan Soal Persamaan Kuadrat Berdasarkan Klasifikasi Kastolan

This research aims to analyze students' errors in solving quadratic equation questions based on the Kastolan classification with test instrument questions adapted to the cognitive level of Bloom's Taxonomy. The subjects of this research were six students of class IX MTsS Simpang Tanjung Nan IV. The type of research used is descriptive qualitative. Instruments include questions, interview guidelines and documentation. Based on this research, conceptual errors were found with a percentage of 58.3%, procedural errors with a percentage of 33%, and technical errors with a percentage of 25%. The dominant errors found are conceptual errors, the teacher's role is needed in preventing and overcoming these errors.

Metode Bermain dalam Pembelajaran PAI di Kelas III SD IT Nurhidayyah Punggung Kasiak Lubuk Alung

This research is motivated by several problems that the author found at SD IT Nurhidayyah Punggung Kasiak Lubuk Alung. Problems were found in the implementation of the play method which should be able to eliminate student boredom, drowsiness and noise in the classroom have not been resolved properly because the implementation of the play method is not optimal. The purpose of this study is to find out how the implementation of the play method in Islamic Religious Education learning. This research is qualitative descriptive. The research was located at SD IT Nurhidayyah Punggung Kasiak Lubuk Alung. The primary data source is the PAI teacher of class III of SD IT Nurhidayyah Punggung Kasiak Lubuk Alung and the secondary data is the students of class III of SD IT Nurhidayyah Punggung Kasiak Lubuk Alung. Data collection techniques in this study are observation, interviews and documentation. The results of this study indicate that in the implementation of the play method at SD IT Nurhidayyah Punggung Kasiak Lubuk Alung, several game methods have been carried out such as quiz games, word games and snakes and ladders games. The implementation of the quiz game method in Class III of SD IT Nurhidayyah Punggung Kasiak Lubuk Alung has been carried out well, by explaining the steps of the game. And include all students in the game. The implementation of the method of playing word order has also been carried out well, it is in accordance with the steps of the game and makes the class atmosphere more active. The implementation of the snakes and ladders game method has also been carried out well because it has involved all students in the game thereby reducing boredom in the class, even though there are several game steps that have not been implemented by the teacher.

Student Performance in Reading and Literature: A Case of Middle Secondary Schools in Dagana, Bhutan

This study aimed to understand the perceptions of teachers and students regarding the performance of Class 10 students in Reading and Literature. Guided by a pragmatic paradigm, the study employed convergent parallel mixed methods. Quantitative data were collected through a survey questionnaire from 305 students of Classes 10 and 11. Qualitative data were collected through focused group discussions and semi-structured interviews with students (n=25) and English teachers (n=7). The study found that students’ poor reading habit is a challenge in scoring good marks in Reading and Literature. Similarly, students’ limited exposure to Literature is a challenge for them in responding to competency-based questions and in understanding the literary texts in the question papers. Teachers skipped most of the poems and essays to complete the syllabus, which also affected students’ performance in literature. Poetry is perceived as the most difficult genre, followed by novels, essays, and short stories. Further, teachers and parents are not able to motivate and encourage students to develop reading habits. Study suggests teachers create adequate avenues for students to read, understand, interpret, and respond to literature in general and poems in particular.

Analysis of Contextual Problem Solving Ability of Three-Variable Linear Equation System Material Given Mathematical Disposition

This research aims to analyze students' difficulties related to mathematical dispositions and measure students' abilities in solving problems related to three-variable linear equation systems based on mathematical dispositions. Descriptive analysis methods are used in this qualitative research. All X-G students were given a mathematical disposition survey as part of the data collection process for this research. Three students were selected from each mathematical disposition category to take a test of their contextual problem-solving skills. Based on the results of the research, there were three groups of students in class X-G SMAN 1 TOROH, namely 3 students with high mathematics dispositions, 14 students with medium mathematics dispositions, and 16 students with low mathematics dispositions. Based on the analysis of answers and discussions, students with strong mathematical skills have excellent problem-solving skills because they meet three problem-solving indicators, namely making a problem-solving plan, implementing a problem-solving plan, and evaluating problems. Students have difficulty in the indicator of understanding problems because they are not used to writing what they know and what is asked. Students with a moderate mathematical disposition meet two indicators of problem-solving, namely creating and implementing a problem-solving plan, so they are in the moderate category in terms of problem-solving. Students with moderate mathematical dispositions also have difficulty writing the conclusion of the problem. Because students with low mathematical dispositions only fulfill one indicator, namely evaluating the problem, these students have problem-solving skills in the low category. In addition, students with low mathematical dispositions had difficulty in applying the formula.

The Effect Of The Use Of Online Geogebra Learning Media And Learning Style Categories On The Mathematical Communication Skills Of Junior High School Students

This research aimed at testing, 1) whether there was a difference in mathematical communication skills of students in classes using Online GeoGebra and those not using Online GeoGebra; 2) whether there were differences in mathematical communication skills in terms of learning styles; 3) whether there was an interaction effect on students using Online GeoGebra and those not using Online GeoGebra and learning styles This research used a quasi-experimental design research method with a post-test only research design. The population of this research consisted of 8th-grade students with a total of 4 classes from of one of the Integrated Islamic Junior High Schools in Bekasi City. There were two groups for this research-the experimental group and the control group. The sample used consisted of two classes: one as The control class consisted 23 students and the other as the experimental class consisted 27 students. This research used two instruments: a questionnaire on learning styles and a test related to mathematical communication skills. Data analysis test using two-way ANOVA and Scheffe's multiple comparison test. The results of the research showed that, 1) there was a difference in mathematical communication abilities in classes using Online GeoGebra and those not using Online GeoGebra; 2) there were no differences in mathematical communication abilities in terms of learning styles; 3) there was an interaction between treatment and learning style on mathematical communication skills.

An examination of the perception of future time among university students from the perspective of demographic variables

This study aimed to examine the future time perspective of students in the faculty of sports sciences and the factors influencing this perception in relation to various variables. The population of the study consists of university students, while the sample includes a total of 266 students (128 males, 48.1%, and 138 females, 51.9%) studying at the Faculty of Sports Sciences at Kütahya Dumlupınar University. The data collection instruments include a personal information form developed by the researcher, as well as the Future Time Perspective Scale (FTPS), developed by Husman and Shell (1996) and adapted to Turkish culture with validity and reliability studies conducted by Avcı and Erden (2009). In this study, a non-experimental causal-comparative model, one of the quantitative research methods, was employed to identify the current situation. The data were analyzed using the SPSS program. Descriptive statistics such as means, standard deviations, and percentages were included in the analysis. Skewness and kurtosis values were examined, revealing a normal distribution, and Independent Samples T-Test and MANOVA were used to compare the differences. According to the findings, no statistically significant differences were found regarding students' gender, participation in recreational sports, and academic success (p&gt;0.05). However, significant differences were found in favor of students in upper classes based on the class variable (p&lt;0.05). These findings indicate that students become more focused on career goals as they approach graduation, which creates differences in their future time perspectives.

Pengaruh Strategi Joyfull Learning terhadap Minat Belajar Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran PAI di SMP N 1 Sungai Pua Kabupaten Agam

This research aims to determine the magnitude of the influence of the joyful learning strategy on the personal learning interest of class VII students in PAI learning. This research uses a quasi-experimental research method by taking two classes which are used as an experimental class and a control class. This research is a quantitative experimental research, by giving a pre-test and post-test to 52 students in both classes. The sampling technique used for data collection was a learning interest questionnaire. The data analysis technique uses normality, homogeneity tests, then continues with hypothesis testing. The results of the analysis and discussion of the research data obtained a sig. (2-tailed) value for the overall joyfull learning strategy and interest in learning, which shows that there is a significant relationship between the joyfull learning strategy and students' interest in learning in Islamic Religious Education subjects at SMP N 1 Sungai. Pua Agam Regency for the 2023/2024 academic year. The results of the research show that the results of the hypothesis testing that was carried out in the experimental class and control class obtained a sig value. (2-tailed) = 0.010 &lt; α = 0.05, which means H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. Based on the results of these calculations, it can be concluded that there is an influence of the joyful learning strategy on students' interest in learning in class VII PAI subjects at SMP N 1 Sungai Pua, Agam Regency.