Student Interest Research Articles

Analisis Upaya Guru dalam Meningkatkan Kemampuan Literasi dan Numerasi Peserta Didik di SD Negeri Gemah

Literacy and numeracy education in Indonesia requires substantial attention from primary education through to higher education to support global economic progress. Although the 2013 Curriculum is designed to enhance literacy culture, Indonesia still faces significant challenges, including low literacy rates and a lack of understanding of the issue in various regions. This study seeks to investigate and examine the role of teachers in enhancing literacy and numeracy skills at SD Negeri Gemah, focusing on the teaching strategies employed and the challenges encountered. Employing a qualitative approach and case study design, this research includes detailed interviews, participant observations, and document analysis, involving six classroom teachers as participants. The study's findings reveal that educators at Gemah State Elementary School employ a range of literacy and numeracy teaching strategies, including shared reading, group discussions, digital media, and both Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Project-Based Learning (PJBL) methods to improve numeracy skills.. The main challenges faced include the transition from kindergarten to elementary school, difficulties in reading and arithmetic, lack of student interest, and differences in students' abilities. Proposed solutions include collaboration with teachers of other subjects, the use of diverse learning media, parental support, and providing additional learning opportunities outside of classroom hours. The study concludes that diverse teaching approaches and comprehensive support are essential in improving students' literacy and numeracy skills. By implementing an integrated solution, it is hoped that SD Negeri Gemah can overcome existing challenges and better prepare students for higher education.

Academic Tutoring and Academic Performance: An Analysis at UNSM

This study explores the relationship between the comprehensive tutoring system and the academic performance of students at the National University of San Martín (UNSM). The study addresses the issues faced by the institution, whose tutoring programme lacks a coordinated approach between faculties, a strong clinical psychology team, and teachers with adequate tutoring skills, resulting in a loss of student interest. The aim was to determine whether there is a significant relationship between the comprehensive tutoring system and academic performance. A quantitative methodology with a non-experimental, cross-sectional design was used. A questionnaire was applied to 342 students selected through stratified probabilistic sampling, and their academic performance was analysed. The results indicated that, although most students perceived the tutoring system as acceptable, no significant correlation with their academic performance was found. In conclusion, the current tutoring system does not appear to directly influence academic performance, suggesting a need to review its structure and integration. This study addresses a gap in the literature by examining the relationship between tutoring and academic performance in Peruvian universities, aligning with SDG 4 (Quality Education). Future studies should investigate contextual and personal factors that may influence academic performance.

FORMATION OF CHILDREN'S INTEREST IN MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

The role of musical instruments is important in the moral and aesthetic development of children. Through the history of the creation of musical instruments, the main goal is to regulate children's moral behavior in the future. Ways to interest students in national musical instruments are shown.

Letters to Scientists About Their Papers

While scientific publications are key to communicating research findings to other scientists, students face barriers reading scientific literature, understanding the literature’s importance, and thinking about the implications of research findings. To help students overcome these barriers, and to further hone their communication skills, we created and provide here a project to have students find a recent scientific paper of interest, carefully read the paper, and then write a letter with relevant questions to one of the authors. This work not only helps engage students with class concepts and increases scientific engagement, but is also important because students realize that scientists are people too, who can (and often do!) write back to interested students to answer their questions. We suggest that this project is a great way for students to form meaningful connections to a scientific topic of interest, regardless of whether they hear back from their scientist, and is a good way for students to further learn about campus resources and develop their writing and communication skills.

Faktor yang memengaruhi minat mahasiswa berkarir sebagai konsultan pajak

The research was meticulously designed to investigate the impact of self-efficacy, job market considerations, financial rewards, and tax volunteer programs on students' interest in a career as a tax consultant. This study, based on quantitative primary data from questionnaire responses rated on a five-Likert scale, is a testament to the rigor of our research methodology. The research population comprises students from the Faculty of Economics and Universities in Surabaya who have participated in tax volunteering. The non-probability sampling technique, specifically the purposive sampling method, was employed to obtain 125 samples. The research data was rigorously analyzed using the Structural Equation Modeling – Partial Least Square. The findings of this research underscore the influence of self-efficacy and job market considerations on students' desire for a career as a tax consultant. On the other hand, the influence of financial rewards and tax volunteer programs on students' interest in a career as a tax consultant was found to be negligible. Potential for future research to broaden the scope of respondents and to include additional independent variables such as tax brevet training, offers hope for a more comprehensive understanding of the factors that influence student career interest.

Enhancing Students Interest in Social Studies through Wordwall Application

This research was motivated by the initial condition of class VII-D students at SMPN 8 Pamekasan where during the lesson the students were still less focused on the lesson, still talking to their classmates and the students were easily bored with the material being presented. This is because the method used by teachers is still in the form of lectures and the lack of use of learning media. Under these conditions, class VII-D students cannot develop indicators of learning interest in social studies learning. Therefore, the use of learning media is very important to increase students' interest in learning. To increase students' interest in learning by implementing the wordwall application in social studies learning. This research used the classroom action research (PTK) method which was carried out in two cycles. Each cycle there are three meetings which consist of: Planning, Implementation, Observation and Reflection. The subject of this research is class VII-D with a total of 29 students at SMPN 8 Pamekasan and there are 3 data collection techniques in this research, namely: Observation, Questionnaire and Documentation. The results of this research in cycle I in the analysis of teacher observation sheets reached category 2.9, the results from student observation sheets reached 47% and on the student interest questionnaire reached 67%. In cycle II, the analysis of teacher observation sheets reached category 3.9, the results from student observation sheets reached 83% and on the student interest questionnaire reached 84%. So it can be concluded that in this research using learning media in the form of the Wordwall application can increase students' interest in learning in social studies class VII-D at SMPN 8 Pamekasan. Thus, it can be concluded that students' interest in learning can increase by implementing the Wordwall application in social studies learning for class VII-D at SMPN 8 Pamekasan

The Effect of Using a Project-Based Learning Model Assisted by Creative Media on Increasing Student Interest in Learning

The purpose of this study is to see the impact of the implementation of project-based learning supported by creative media can influence students' interest in and outside the classroom to learn. class to learn. The study involved 50 students from SMPN 21 Mataram, who were divided into two different groups: an experimental group and a control group. experimental and control groups. The researcher used a questionnaire to obtain data on students' interest in learning. The instrument has been tested for validity and reliability. Before conducting hypothesis testing, the researcher Researchers conducted a prerequisite test on the research data. Prerequisite test through homogeneity test using Levene test while, for the normality test the statistical formula used is the Kolmogorov-Smirnov Test and Shapiro-Wilk.The results are the basis for hypothesis testing using the Hypothesis testing using the Mann Whitney U Test with non-parametric tests with conclusions conclusion which confirms that there is an influence regarding the application of PjBL on increasing students' students' interest in learning which is statistically proven through the acceptance of Ha (Asymp.Sign value of 0.001 0.05), it can be concluded that the Alternative Hypothesis is accepted. The results of this study indicate that the use of creative media in project-based learning is significantly The results of this study indicate that the use of creative media in project-based learning significantly increases students' interest in learning. in learning. The findings of this study strongly support the idea that the use of project-based learning creative project-based learning can be an efficient method to develop students' drive and students' interest in learning at school

Increasing Students' Interest in Physics through Laboratory Experiments

This work is about how to make the study of physics fascinating for schoolchildren. We will focus on how to use laboratory classes to make the learning process more fun. We want to understand how to get students interested in physics. We think laboratory experiments are a good way. They allow students to experiment and see how scientific ideas work. This work is devoted to the study and implementation of effective methods to increase students' interest in physics. Special attention in this process is paid to the use of laboratory experiments as the main tool. Laboratory experiments are seen as a powerful attraction tool that allows students to interact directly with scientific concepts and laws. In the course of the work, modern approaches to teaching physics were analyzed, and the advantages of using laboratory experiments in the framework of increasing the interest of students were revealed. An important aspect of the study is also the identification of potential obstacles and difficulties in the implementation of laboratory experiments in the educational process. In the curricula of mathematics and physics in elementary school, the question of the consistency of the study of approximate calculations is discussed. As part of the seventh grade of physics, specific methodological recommendations are given for performing laboratory work and solving problems.

Impact of Parent Interest in Mathematics and Students Mathematics Interest on Student Mathematics Achievement

A student's academic and cognitive development is greatly influenced by their mathematics education, and the importance of parental participation in promoting this interest cannot be estimated. The study aims to evaluate the impact of parental interest in mathematics and student’s mathematics interest on students’ mathematics achievement. The study employed quantitative research method with the used of structured questionnaire for collecting data. The sample of the study comprised of 200 first-year students from four selected senior high school in Ghana-Kumasi. The study findings revealed that, parent interest and student interest in mathematics had a statistically significant direct positive impact on students’ mathematics achievement. Moreover, there relationship between parental interest and students’ interest in mathematics had a positive effect and was statistically significant.

Geo Talk Media: Microlearning-Based Innovative Learning Media To Foster Student Interest In Natural Resources Material At The South Malang Nature Laboratory.

One of the innovative learning media that can be applied is learning video. Geo Talk Media is an innovation in education that combines the microlearning approach with multimedia technology by utilising natural resources as a laboratory in South Malang. This research aims to produce microlearning-based video learning media. The main focus of this platform is to foster student learning interest in Natural Resources material, especially those in South Malang. The type of research used is Research and Development (RnD), using the ADDIE development model. The instrument used is an open questionnaire with qualitative descriptive data analysis and a closed questionnaire with quantitative descriptive data analysis. The research subjects were geography teachers and students of class X SMAN 1 Kepanjen. The results showed that the micro-learning approach of Geo Talk learning video media can foster student learning interest in natural resources material in the South Malang laboratory. Proven by the percentage level of 87.12% with very feasible criteria. This research is important because it can overcome the problems that are often found, namely the limited focus of students in understanding the material provided, so that the advantages of this media are effective in helping facilitate student understanding of the material taught with a microlearning approach, and can provide new experiences for students.

PENGEMBANGAN BAHAN AJAR MATEMATIKA BERBASIS KONTEKSTUAL UNTUK MENINGKATKAN MINAT BELAJAR SISWA KELAS II SDN WONOSARI

The aim of this research is to determine (1) the validity of the teaching materials, (2) the teacher's response, and (3) the effectiveness of the teaching materials on increasing the learning interest of second-grade students at SDN Wonosari. This study applied the Research and Development method, referring to the Borg and Gall model. It follows nine stages: (1) identifying potential and problems, (2) information gathering, (3) product design, (4) design validation, (5) product revision, (6) small-scale trials, (7) product revision, (8) large-scale trials, and (9) final product. Data collection techniques used interviews, documentation, and questionnaires. The development results show that (1) the teaching materials were categorized as very valid, with a final score of 100 from media experts and 93.75 from subject matter experts; (2) teacher responses were categorized as very practical, with a final score of 93.75; and (3) the developed product was effective in increasing the learning interest of second-grade students at SDN Wonosari, as evidenced by the students' average questionnaire score increasing from 41.50 before using the materials to 47.05 after using the materials, reflecting a 13.37% improvement in learning interest.

The Efforts to Improve Mathematics Learning Outcomes in Sequences and Series Materials Using a Problem Based Learning Model with a Differentiated Strategy

The failure to integrate differentiated learning in the classroom is the driving force behind this research. Mapping students’ learning needs is the first step in implementing individualized instruction in the classroom. Learning readiness, student interests, and learning profiles are three views on differentiated learning that can be used to map out students’ requirements. The purpose of this study is to enhance student learning experiences and results. Two devices are used for data collection: learning achievement exams and student activity observation sheets. Both descriptive statistical analysis and descriptive analysis were used to analyse the data. The average class score was 74 in the first cycle and improved to 84.4 in the second. Every student was able to meet the 75-point Minimum Completeness Criteria (KKM) set by the school. It is possible to enhance student learning activities and outcomes by combining differentiated learning with the Problem Based Learning model, according to the study’s findings. In addition to offering a learning environment that puts students’ needs first, problem-based learning activities also benefit formative and summative learning through the third step of differentiation.

DEVELOPMENT OF AUDIOVISUAL LEARNING MEDIA BASED ON WORDWALL APPLICATIONS TO IMPROVE LITERACY SKILLS

In the world of education, teachers are required to play an important role in supporting students' learning. Efforts that can be made are using learning media. One of them is the use of audiovisual learning media to clarify the material so that learning objectives can be achieved. However, its use is often inappropriate, where in learning, student literacy is lacking and even student interest in knowledge is very low. Based on these problems, improving student literacy can be overcome using the online game learning media Wordwall. The aim of this research is to increase the literacy of fourth grade elementary school students. R&D research method the sampling technique used is purposive sampling. The sample for this research consisted of 33 fourt grades students, namely 13 students at SDN 1 Tamanan and 20 students at SDN 1 Karanganyar. the results of the paired sample t-test showed that H 0 was rejected and H a was accepted so that there were differences before and after the use of audiovisual learning media based on the wordwall game application to increase the literacy of elementary school students with the effectiveness value through the N -Gain test showing an increase, So it can be concluded that audiovisual learning media based on the wordwall game application is able to increase student literacy and is an interesting, fun, valid and practical media to be applied in the learning process in elementary schools.

Development of Educational Monopoly Learning Media in Science Subjects to Improve Students Learning Outcomes

Student interest in learning will increment in the event that the educator utilizes different learning media than expected. This research and development mean to develop and test the feasibility, and effectiveness of educational monopoly learning media in grade V elementary school science subjects. This study used the Borg and Gall model. Data collection techniques use tests (pretest-posttest) and non-tests in the form of observations, questionnaire interviews, and document data. The results of validation by media and material experts show that the media has met the very valid criteria with percentages of 88.69% and 93.33% respectively. Based on thes results pretest-posttest, is known that educational monopoly learning media is effective in improving learning outcomes, shown by the results of an increase in the average pretest score of 54.67 to 80.33 at the time of the posttest and the results of the N-Gain test obtained a value of 0.58 with the medium classification. In light of the aftereffects of the questionnaire, the response of teachers and students received a very positive response. So, it can be concluded that the educational monopoly learning media is effective in improving science learning outcomes and is suitable for use in class V learning at SDN 03 Mereng

Effect of Kinesthetic Learning on Students’ Interest and Achievement in Mathematics

One of the pertinent reasons for poor academic achievement in Mathematics is fundamentally linked to the application of ineffective teaching methods by teachers to impact knowledge to learners. This study adopts a quasi-experimental pre-test post-test research design to examine the efficacy of kinesthetic learning on interest and achievement in Mathematics. Four research questions were raised to guide the study and four hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The sample comprises 101 Junior Secondary School students drawn from two secondary schools in Bekwarra Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria. Two intact classes were randomly selected from each school and assigned to experimental and control group. Data for the study were sourced using a modified Mathematics Interest Inventory (MII) and mathematics achievement test designed by the researchers tagged Students’ Mathematics Achievement Test (SMAT). Data collected were analyzed using mean, standard deviation and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). The findings revealed a high post-test interest cluster mean of 3.10 (above the decision benchmark of 2.50) and also a higher post-test mean achievement score with (Mean = 20.82; Standard Deviation = 3.63) for students in the experimental group compared to the control group. The result also indicated that both male and female students taught mathematics using kinesthetic learning in the experimental group had positive interest and achievement after exposure to the treatment. The test of the hypotheses indicated that there is significant difference in interest and achievement between students taught mathematics using kinesthetic learning and conventional method, whereas there is no significant difference on the interest and achievement of male and female students taught mathematics using kinesthetic learning. The study concluded that kinesthetic learning has a positive effect on interest and achievement in mathematics; and that gender is not a sole determinant of good academic performance or interest in mathematics but teaching method. The study recommended that mathematics teachers should adopt kinesthetic learning or play way method in teaching because of its relevance in improving learners’ interest and achievement.

Effectiveness of Computer Application in Improving Reading Skills in Chinese Language and Towards Post-Attitudes as Home-based Learning

Background: As technology continues to advance, language acquisition methodologies have increasingly been integrated into computer-assisted language learning (CALL) systems. In the context of Chinese language acquisition, characters are structured in three phases: the overall character, its components, and its strokes. Proficiency in identifying and distinguishing individual characters hinges upon understanding their structural composition. Objective: This study aims to explore the impact of a computer application on Chinese language reading skills and students' perceptions regarding the utilization of computer applications for home-based learning. Method: A total of 60 students engaged in home-based learning using a designated computer application were involved in the study. Employing a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design, the study assessed the effects of the intervention. Results and Conclusion: Following one month of home-based learning through computer applications, participants exhibited higher gain scores in reading skill tests, albeit the differences were not statistically significant. Students expressed a preference for and perceived greater ease in acquiring reading skills through computer applications compared to traditional methods. Furthermore, the integration of computer applications in teaching and learning processes demonstrated the potential to enhance students' motivation, interest, and confidence in language acquisition, albeit without a notable impact on attention levels. The study underscores the pedagogical promise of Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) and advocates for further research endeavors in this domain.

THE EFFECTIVENESS OF TASK-BASED LEARNING MODULE (TBL) IN ENHANCING MASTERY OF GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICE (GMP) IN PHARMACEUTICAL ENGINEERING COURSES FOR CHINESE VOCATIONAL COLLEGES

The issuance of the guidelines for the modernization of vocational education in China by 2025 along with the “Opinions on Promoting the High-quality Development of Modern Vocational Education” highlights the importance of transforming the existing teaching methods and models along with improving the instructional methodologies of vocational education. Despite being a necessary course for pharmaceutical engineering professionals at colleges and universities, the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) course struggles to employ an updated teaching technique that is in congruence with contemporary developments. Therefore, this study aims to explore the impact of Task-Based Learning (TBL) on enhancing students' grades, interests, and proficiency in the GMP course. This study has taken into consideration the individual competence and ability of the students along with exploring the challenges faced by teachers in conducting TBL in enhancing mastery of GMP in pharmaceutical engineering courses for Chinese vocational colleges. For an in-depth analysis of this study, a total of 91 students who pursue bachelor degrees in China are selected to conduct the survey. Furthermore, a total of 4 teachers from two classes are selected for the interview, who have minimum 5 years of experience in GMP vocational courses. The results of this study highlight that TBL is significant in enhancing the ability and academic performance of the students. It has been identified that TBL teaching methods can be beneficial for teachers to increase the effectiveness of the instructional methods in vocational courses. However, it has also been identified that the skills of the teachers to stimulate critical thinking among the students are also an important aspect of TBL. The study is conducive to the integration of theoretical perspectives which elaborates on the significance of the study in terms of GMP in pharmaceutical engineering courses in the context of China.

Analyzing demand for virtual reality based adaptive learning design in engineering faculty of universitas negeri Makassar Indonesia

This research aims to analyze the needs of students regarding the application of Virtual Reality (VR) technology in learning at the Faculty of Engineering. The main focus is to understand how VR can support adaptive learning and improve students' practical ability according to individual ability. This research uses a needs analysis method involving a survey of engineering students. Data collection was conducted through questionnaires and observations to identify students' constraints, needs, and interests in VR-based learning. The collected data were then analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. The results show that 85% of students struggle to understand complex engineering concepts, and 90% show high interest in using VR for skills practice in a safe environment. In addition, students expected a more interactive and personalized learning approach. Important features they expected included automatic adjustment of difficulty levels and immediate feedback during practice. The findings of this study confirm the importance of integrating VR into engineering education, especially in creating an adaptive learning environment that meets individual needs. VR has the potential to improve students' understanding of concepts and practical skills, as well as to support the development of curriculum that are more relevant to the needs of modern industry.

Exploration of the Mining of Ideological and Political Elements and Teaching Integration of Bridge Engineering Courses in Applied Undergraduate Programs

The questions of what kind of individuals university education should cultivate, how to cultivate them, and for whom they are being trained are pressing issues that require immediate solutions. Implementing ideological and political education is a fundamental way to address these challenges. Integrating political education into professional courses is just as important as imparting knowledge, fostering interest, transmitting values, and shaping students’ character and spirit. The excavation of ideological and political elements in bridge engineering courses should comprehensively consider the dependent subject of ideological and political elements, the source of cases, the depth of excavation, the trade-offs between courses, the commonality and multifaceted nature of ideological and political elements, as well as the two ways of ideological and political elements integration. Ideological and political elements should be integrated into all stages of classroom lectures, course assignments, final examinations, course design, discipline competitions, school-enterprise cooperation, etc., so as to achieve the effect of educating people in the whole process.

ICT in Teaching Foreign Language in a Ukrainian University

Modern technologies play such an essential role in human life that it is impossible to imagine a full-fledged existence without them. Their application is possible in almost any field of economy, improving human’s life and increasing the efficiency of work. Technologies in education give students and teachers access to a much more considerable amount of information and opportunities compared to learning without technology. Today a student can learn a foreign language directly by hearing it not only in a video or audio recording, but also with the help of various applications, communicating with native speakers, learning their culture. Many scholars have been researching the role of ICT in language learning and have proved its effectiveness. The aim of the article is to determine the role of ICT in foreign language learning at Ukrainian Universities. In addition, we conducted a questionnaire of the English language teachers to determine the frequency of ICT usage at lectures. The results of the researched proved the hypothesis, set in the research, that the younger the teachers, the more often and diversely they use modern technologies in the educational process. Using ICT in teaching foreign languages requires not only the will and time of the teacher but also the skills and abilities to use modern technologies and Internet resources. The introduction of ICT in the educational process will have a positive effect on the results of student learning, among which we will highlight student interest in the educational process, modern and practical materials, immersion of students in the language and cultural environment, the opportunity to better study and master the academic material, communicate with native speakers.