Teaching Efforts Research Articles

TEACHERS' EFFORTS TO IMPROVE STUDENTS' CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS AT AL-IKHWAN IT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Critical thinking is one of the key skills that need to be developed in 21st century education. Critical thinking not only helps students in understanding subject matter more deeply, but also equips them with the ability to analyze information, evaluate arguments, and solve problems effectively. The ability to think critically is needed in social life, therefore students must familiarize it from an early age, then develop it through education in schools. The development of critical thinking skills must be accompanied by the formation of better skills and attitudes. The purpose of this study was to determine the teacher's efforts to improve the critical thinking skills of students at Al-Ikhwan IT Junior High School. The method used is descriptive method often called naturalistic research method because it is done in natural conditions (natural setting). This method is based on the philosophy of postpositivism and is used to examine objects in natural conditions, where researchers act as key instruments. Data collection is done in triangulation (combined), data analysis is qualitative inductive, and research results emphasize meaning rather than generalization. This study collects information by using interview data to the principal and Civics teacher at Al-ikhwan IT Junior High School The results of this study are that the teacher has tried to improve the quality of the students' learning. Keywords: Teacher, Critical Thinking

IDENTIFICATION OF BEGINNING READING DIFFICULTIES IN CLASS II PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

This research aims to determine: 1) the difficulties faced by students in beginning reading, 2) teachers' efforts to overcome students' beginning reading difficulties, and 3) factors that cause difficulties in beginning reading. This research uses a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design. The research subjects were 14 students in class II of SD Inpres Bumi Sagu. Data was collected using observation, interviews and document study techniques. The data analysis used is data condensation, data presentation and drawing conclusions/verification. The results of this research show that the difficulties experienced by students in beginning reading are that they do not know letters, are slow in reading, students cannot yet read, letters and words are often confused, and have difficulty spelling. The factors that cause students to experience difficulty in reading at the beginning are internal factors which include the child's psychology and external factors, namely the family environment and the learning environment at school. The teacher's efforts to overcome this problem are by applying the EGRA teaching method, spelling method, sound method (phonic), syllabic method (silabel) and the method of the word institution.

Making Teachers and School Health Nurses Part of Pediatric Diabetes Teams.

Children with diabetes need consistent care across all environments, including school, where they spend significant time.Turkey's Diabetes at School Program, initiated in 2010, has made substantial progress in integrating diabetes care into the school system. The program's achievements include government support, annual awareness activities, communication between diabetes teams and schools, policy implementation, and training for school staff. A recent meeting of Provincial Health Service Officers highlighted ongoing efforts and future directions for the program, emphasizing the importance of continuous support for children with diabetes in educational settings. Key outcomes of this meeting include designated caregivers for children with diabetes at school, optional administration of insulin by trained staff, mandatory diabetes education for teachers, and health-conscious policies for school activities. The program's success is attributed to the collaborative efforts of teachers, healthcare professionals, and government officials. Ensuring robust support for children with diabetes in schools is vital for their well-being and academic success.

Improving children’s learning in developing countries: what works and what doesn’t

Policymakers in low- and middle-income countries have been successful in getting children to school. However, spending more time in school has not led to the development of age-appropriate math and language skills. In contrast to earlier full-length systematic reviews, we will briefly summarize key findings and challenges from the education literature in development economics targeting this article towards non-specialists. Two findings emerge from our review: one, given the complementarities in educational inputs, we need policy interventions that target multiple inputs in a child production function to have the greatest impact on learning outcomes. Two, interventions that target teacher effort and student effort together appear to have the greatest promise in being able to facilitate learning among children.

Application of Games-Based Memorization Models in Improving Students' Critical Thinking Skills in Learning Social Studies

The low interest of students in social studies subjects is possible because the teacher's efforts have not been optimal to increase the creative thinking of students' learning. Students' critical thinking skills are still low, seen during the current learning process, students are not encouraged to improve their thinking skills. The purpose of this study was to identify an increase in students' critical thinking skills after applying the games-based learning model of memorization. Study This using quantitative methods, this type of research uses quasy experiments, the sample in this study were class VII students at SMPN 1 Tarogong Kidul, the instrument Which used For ability critical thinking is pretest and posttest, observation and documentation study. Based on research results and data management using the Mann Whitney test obtained Sig.0.021 and α = 0.05 means Sig. <α, then the game-based memorization learning model can improve students' critical thinking skills. So that students have the skills and abilities to think critically in the social studies learning process.

Instilling the Value of Tolerance in Overcoming Bullying Behavior in Class IV Students at SDN 1 Gumantar

This research was conducted with the aim of finding out the instillation of tolerance values in overcoming bullying behavior in class IV students at SD Negeri 1 Gumantar. The type of research used is qualitative. The subjects of this research are school principals, class teachers and students. The data collection process includes observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis techniques used in this research consist of data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the research show that the teacher's efforts to instill the value of tolerance as an effort to overcome bullying behavior among students at SD Negeri 1 Gumantar are carried out using a habituation pattern, namely, in instilling the value of tolerance, children are always accustomed to saying help when they need help from the teacher and Get used to saying sorry when you make a mistake. Seating arrangements, namely, can help students interact more closely regardless of background. teaches mutual respect, that is, develops children emotionally to respect others. encouraging discussion, namely, through group discussions students can work together without paying attention to background aspects.

Picture Exchange Communication System as a teacher's effort to provide augmentative and alternative modes of communication for children with complex communication needs

Picture Exchange Communication System as a teacher's effort to provide augmentative and alternative modes of communication for children with complex communication needs

Pembelajaran Nahwu dengan Metode Demonstrasi sebagai Upaya Efektif Guru dalam Mencapai Tujuan Kegiatan Belajar Mengajar

The purpose of this study was to find out how the teacher's effective efforts in the learning of Nahwu with the demonstration method at Madrasah Diniyah Al Quran Bahrul Ulum Jombang. The main focus in this research includes three aspects: Effective efforts of teachers in using demonstration methods in learning Nahwu, supporting factors and limiting factors. The method used is qualitative research. This type of research is descriptive analysis research. Data analysis is used for collection, presentation, interviews and documentation. Data was validated through triangulation of sources. The results of the research conducted can show an increase in teacher efforts in effective Nahwu learning by using the demonstration method in compiling and understanding sentences or words in Arabic. The supporting factors for effective teacher efforts in learning Nahwu with demonstration methods to improve understanding of Nahwu are mastery of the material, having the ability to apply demonstration methods, and being able to work actively with students. The inhibiting factors are more focused on the limitations of teachers' understanding, lack of preparation to implement this method, and inability to provide feedback.

PHYSICAL FITNESS FOR BHARATANATYA DANCERS

Bharatanatyam is an Indian classical dance that originated from Tamil Nadu in southern India. It is a tradition steeped in Indian history and culture. Today, Bharatanatyam is a dance style that encompasses religious and non-religious themes, as well as fusion styles. Characterized by precise movements, sharp edges, and expressive body language, this tradition has delighted audiences for generations. Like many other aspects of Indian tradition, this art form has struggled through times of oppression. However, with the efforts of teachers and students all over the world, Bharatanatyam has been revived to continue to serve the people who find joy in the formal and intuitive expressions embodied in the structure of the dance. Bharatanatyam, an ancient classical dance style originating from South India, combines aesthetic beauty, spiritual expression, and physical skill. Bharatanatyam mesmerizes global audiences with its rich cultural background, exquisite footwork, beautiful gestures, and expressive narrative. The dancer's physical health is crucial for performing intricate movements with accuracy, strength, and elegance in this art form.

BHARATANATYAM ENHANCING KIDS WITH ASD & ID

Bharatanatyam is an Indian classical dance that originated in the Hindu temples of Tamil Nadu in southern India. Bharatanatyam dance is a tradition steeped in Indian history and culture. Today, Bharatanatyam is a dance style that encompasses religious and non-religious themes, as well as fusion styles. Characterized by precise movements, sharp edges, and expressive body language, this tradition has delighted audiences for generations. Like many other aspects of Indian tradition, this art form has struggled through times of oppression. However, with the efforts of teachers and students all over the world, Bharatanatyam has been revived to continue to serve the people who find joy in the formal and intuitive expressions embodied in the structure of the dance. It serves as a transforming experience that empowers youngsters with disabilities and autism. Bharatanatyam helps individuals discover their voices, build confidence, and enhance the physical and cognitive abilities needed to overcome life's obstacles. This art form facilitates communication, promoting inclusivity and comprehension among youngsters with varying abilities. Observing the beauty of Bharatanatyam in these young individuals serves as a powerful reminder of the significant influence that art and culture can have on the human spirit, surpassing boundaries and honouring diversity.

Strategi Pengelolaan Kelas dalam Meningkatkan Mutu Pembelajaran Fiqih di MDT Al-Munjiyat Pontianak

This study aims to identify the factors that support and hinder classroom management strategies and evaluate the effectiveness of these strategies in enhancing the quality of learning. The research methodology employed is descriptive in nature and adopts a qualitative approach. The primary data sources consist of interviews, observations, and documentation obtained from school principals, teachers, and staff members. Secondary data sources include relevant journals, books, and websites. The data analysis entails data display, data reduction, and drawing conclusions. The findings of the study reveal the following: 1) Teachers employ various strategies in classroom management such as maintaining a positive classroom atmosphere, adopting personal approaches towards students, organizing seating arrangements, providing individual attention, and offering constructive warnings. These efforts significantly contribute to improving the learning process and outcomes. 2) The supporting factors for effective classroom management strategies encompass the availability of adequate facilities, a relevant school curriculum, teachers' abilities and competencies, a conducive learning environment, collaborative interactions among teachers, school administrators, and principals, an efficient school management system, and a strong teacher-student rapport. 3) Teachers also employ strategic initiatives in classroom management, including the provision of school facilities, the inclusion of Quranic reading prior to lessons, the enhancement of teacher competence, self-evaluation by teachers throughout the planning and implementation stages of teaching, including lesson planning, and efforts to assess the students' circumstances. In conclusion, enhancing the quality of learning is contingent not only upon the efforts of teachers but also necessitates support from various factors, such as teacher competence, adequate facilities and infrastructure, and a conducive learning environment.

Teachers' Efforts in Overcoming Calistung Learning Difficulties in Grade I Students

Difficulties that are often encountered when learning in lower grades are reading, writing and arithmetic which can be one of the factors inhibiting the learning process in class. The learning difficulties faced by students will greatly influence their academic results, because to achieve good academic results students also need to try hard in their studies. Reading and writing skills at elementary school level are very important in helping children understand how to convey the information they receive, while numeracy skills will support the development of children's logic and thinking abilities. The aim of this research is to describe the teacher's efforts in overcoming calistung learning difficulties in class I MI Muhammadiyah PK Wirogunan students. This research is a qualitative descriptive study using data collection techniques in the form of interviews, observation and documentation. The results of the research show that teachers overcoming calistung learning difficulties include: a) seek support and enthusiasm for intense learning; b) using the media book Islamic Children's Loves to Read (AISM); c) instructors (teachers) develop cooperation towards students. Supporting factors include: a) a comfortable learning environment; b) support from the school. While the inhibiting factors; a) lack of concentration of student learning; b) lack of support from parents. Solutions to overcome inhibiting factors include; the teacher gives assignments to students who experience learning difficulties; teachers try to help students who experience learning difficulties; teachers apply varied learning methods according to students' personalities.

Peran Guru Sosiologi Dalam Menanamkan Sikap Toleransi Paham Keagamaan Di Lingkungan Pesantren

This research is based on researcher's concern that Islamic boarding school graduates, especially those with a Salaf background, have an exclusive mindset when they return to society they are less able to implement their mission as religious agents in the social environment due to being surprised by the diversity of society and sects in Islam. This is because the graduates of Islamic boarding school believe that anything that is not the same as what they understood is a mistake. Therefore, formal school teachers have a role and duty as a lens to provide insight for students in the current era where Islamic boarding schools have intensively built formal institutions in their environment. To explore this problem, the researcher formulated the research focus as follows: 1.) What is the role of the Sociology teacher in instilling an attitude of religious tolerance in the Islamic boarding school environment for X grade students at SMAI Sunan Gunung Jati Tulungagung? 2.) What are the Sociology teachers' efforts to instill an attitude of religious tolerance in X grade students at SMAI Sunan Gunung Jati Tulungagung? 3.) What is the impact of the role of sociology teachers in instilling tolerance of religious understanding in the pesantren environment on class X students at SMAI Sunan Gunung Jati Tulungagung., to determine the efforts of Sociology teachers in instilling an attitude of religious tolerance in the Islamic Boarding School environment in X grade students at SMAI Sunan Gunung Jati Tulungagung, to know the impact of the role of sociology teachers in instilling religious tolerance in X grade students at SMAI Sunan Gunung Jati Tulungagung. This research used descriptive qualitative research by using a case study approach. The methods used in this research were participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Meanwhile, the data analysis techniques used were data reduction, data presentation and inference. In checking data validity, the researcher used extended participation, persistence or regularity of observation and triangulation. The result of the study showed that 1.) The role of sociology teachers in educating students about religious tolerance is to teach, guide, train, assess, evaluate and provide direction to students by providing feedback to exchange ideas and insights in the discussion process, then give understanding in sociology materials and train students to respect differences 2.) Teachers’ effort in instilling an attitude of religious tolerance in students by strengthening character education. Then, by using learning media such as showing or displaying videos related to actions of religious tolerance, providing hot issues that exist in community life about lack of tolerance in religion. Besides, students are given concrete examples of teachers' attitudes 3.) Impact of the role of sociology teachers in educating an attitude of religious tolerance is that the students have a better insight of the importance of tolerance. In its implementation, there are changes in students' attitudes towards knowledge and understanding so that students' character is formed.

Implementasi Literasi Baca Tulis Siswa Kelas Rendah Di Sekolah Dasar

The purpose of this research is to describe the implementation of literacy reading and writing students of class I in the Basic State School 2 Banjar Tegal, Buleleng district, buleleng-Bali. The research approach is qualitative research with the type of phenomenological research. This research data is a description of implementation the literature reading and written students of grade I in Basic state school 2 Banjer Tegal. The research instruments used are interview guidelines and documentation. The results of the study show that the student's literacy is in the developmental phase. As for the teacher's efforts in developing literacy, the following are: 1) When literacy hours are carried out especially for students with low literacy levels, the teacher invites the student to read the story first from the teacher, whether it's a folk story book, fairy tale or fiction. Then the teacher guides the students to recount the story that has been read by the class teacher in their own language. In the course of recounting the story content, the professor invites students to learn to read some of the pronouns from the contents of the story which makes it difficult for students to read, 2) the teacher uses the media of literature board made of board covered with plates as a place to paste pictures, letters and tribes. With the literacy board media, teachers easily introduce letters and pronouncements to the student whom the teacher first puts a picture on the literation board.

Peran Pendidikan Agama Islam dalam Pembentukan Karakter Siswa di SMP Negeri 3 Tanjung Pura

The purpose of this research is to explain the role of religious education in helping the process of character formation of students at Madinatussalam Private MTs. Qualitative descriptive research method. In the process of collecting data, using observation, interviews and documentation methods. Meanwhile, for the analysis, qualitative descriptive analysis techniques are used, namely in the form of written or verbal data from people and observed behavior so that in this case the author attempts to conduct research that thoroughly describes the actual situation. The author can conclude the results of this research as follows: First, the school's efforts to realize character education are: 1) conducting Islamic studies; 2) take advantage of the commemoration of Islamic Holidays (PHBI); 3) oblige and get used to saying hello and shaking hands with teachers; 4) oblige and make it a habit to always comply with the rules and culture at school; 5) make it mandatory and get used to always praying in congregation when at school. Second, the efforts of Islamic religious education teachers in forming student character: 1) maximizing the delivery of Islamic religious education material; 2) instilling the Islamic style of Ahlusunnah Waljama'ah; 3) Islamic religious education teachers must be active and be role models for their students in applying character education. Third, the strategies carried out by Islamic religious education teachers: 1) use of effective learning approach methods; 2) use of discussion and demonstration methods.

The Efforts of Islamic Religious Education Teachers in Getting Used to Congregational Prayers

This research aims to determine the efforts of PAI teachers to get their students used to praying together, as well as to find out the supporting and inhibiting factors in getting students used to praying together at SDIT Subulussalam, Tangerang Regency. This research method uses qualitative methods. This type of research uses descriptive research. This research does not intend to test a hypothesis, but only describes what is true about symptoms or variable conditions by means of the data obtained being presented through verbal expressions that can describe the actual conditions. The data sources in this research were Islamic Religious Education teachers and several SDIT Subulussalam Tangerang Regency students from each class to determine the effect of congregational prayer on their personality. The data collection technique is by conducting observations in the form of interviews and other sources related to the research problem and then presenting it in the form of descriptive sentences. The data analysis technique in this research was carried out using non-statistical methods through data reduction steps, data presentation and drawing conclusions. This research shows that teachers try to set a good example, provide advice, and provide good discipline to students. The inhibiting factors in getting students used to praying in congregation are students' lack of understanding of the importance of congregational prayers, student behavior, lack of teachers who exercise control, and lack of follow-up supervision from the school. family environment. Paying attention to these inhibiting factors, actions taken by PAI teachers include collaborating with students' parents in getting used to congregational prayers and being more active in taking a persuasive approach to each student.

Analisis Siswa Pasif dalam Pembelajaran IPS Kelas VIII di UPT SMP Negeri 2 Kademangan Kabupaten Blitar

Educators are highly respected figures in schools because they have a big role in the success of learning. The focus of research in this thesis is (1) What are the factors that influence passive students in social studies learning in class VIII at SMP Negeri 2 Kademangan, Blitar Regency? (2) What are the teacher's efforts to overcome passive students in class VIII social studies learning at SMP Negeri 2 Kademangan, Blitar Regency? The research objectives of this thesis are (1) To explain the factors that influence passive students in social studies learning in class VIII at SMP Negeri 2 Kademangan, Blitar Regency (2) To explain teachers' efforts in overcoming passive students in class VIII social studies learning in junior high schools. Negeri 2 Kademangan Blitar Regency. This research is research using a descriptive qualitative approach. The results obtained from this research are (1) There are two factors that influence passive students in social studies learning in class VIII at SMP Negeri 2 Kademangan Blitar Regency for the 2023/2024 academic year, the first is external factors, namely the family environment and the school environment. The two internal factors are feeling lazy, feeling sleepy, not liking social studies subjects and students' inadequate nutrition. (2) The teacher's efforts to overcome passive students in class VIII social studies learning at SMP Negeri 2 Kademangan Blitar Regency for the 2023/2024 academic year are the first to motivate students with the class VIII social studies teacher always motivating students, using interesting learning methods. group discussions, giving punishments, developing teaching media.

Measuring the economic contribution of Agricultural and Applied Economics departments in the United States

AbstractAgricultural and applied economists make substantial positive contributions to the domestic economy. Defining a measure of the true total value of their contributions is likely impossible, because so much about their efforts is difficult to comprehensively observe and quantitatively document. In this paper, we adopt a conservative approach to generating an estimate of the contributions ag and applied economists make to U.S. economic output and the associated welfare of society through their teaching, research, and outreach efforts. To conduct the analysis, we implemented a nationwide survey of Agricultural and Applied Economics (AAE) departments and developed a framework to calculate the value of their contributions to national income, or Gross Domestic Product (GDP). We estimate that AAE departments increase overall U.S. GDP by $2.6 billion, annually. Through its efforts to improve the human capital of its graduates, AAE teaching raises the (expected) national income by $2.2–$2.3 billion, while we value direct research and outreach contributions at $207 million and $146 million, respectively. Because we do not observe the opportunity cost of the resources used to generate those contributions, we do not claim to estimate a true net economic impact but rather attempt to quantify the gross economic contributions of the professional services AAE departments currently offer the economy. The values we provide—especially the research and extension estimates which are exceedingly difficult to measure—likely underestimate the true benefits AAE offers to the nation.

Upaya guru memanfaatkan perpustakaan sekolah sebagai sumber belajar di Sekolah Dasar Negeri Tosanan Ponorogo

Introduction. The aim of the paper is to understand the efforts of Islamic education teachers in utilizing the library as one of the school's facilities and infrastructure, at State Elementary School of Tosanan Ponorogo by using the approach of the Association for Education Communication Technology (AECT). Data Collection Methods. This was a qualitative descriptive with by observations and, structured interviews. Data Analysis. The interview data was transcribed for analysis. Results and Discussion. The efforts showing by teacher’s to utilize the school library as a learning resource are shown by improving their quality. These Include how to absorb information from the library as teaching, to increase the intensity of visits to the library, to increase the collection/number of books and to make the best use of the existing library facilities. Conclusions and Recommendations. The library at State Elementary School of Tosanan Ponorogo has not been maximally utilized as a learning resource in every lesson. This library should increase the number of books, support facilities for users and manage library base on standards. For further research it is hoped that it can be expanded, so that it is not limited to Islamic religious education teachers but to teachers of other subjects.

Guidance and Counseling Teachers' Efforts in Fulfilling the Developmental Tasks of Alpha Generation Students

Developmental tasks are a series of tasks that must be completed by a student/counselor at a certain stage of life/development. Developmental tasks arise from physical maturity, psychological maturity, social or cultural demands, and personal values and aspirations. When a student/counselor successfully completes a developmental task, the student or learner feels satisfied and becomes an asset to complete the next stage of developmental tasks. This study aims to determine the efforts of guidance and counseling teachers in fulfilling the developmental tasks of alpha generation students. The type of research used is qualitative literature research which is a literature study. The results revealed that the teacher's efforts in achieving the developmental tasks of alpha generation students or learners are as follows: Needs assessment, needs analysis, planning of services to be provided to students or learners, implementation of counseling, and others related to developmental issues, guidance of student services, evaluation, and reflection of services.