Pedagogika: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Kependidikan
Pedagogika: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Kependidikan is a peer-reviewed journal published by the Medan Resource Center. The journal aims to facilitate academic articles and scholarly writings on the methods and practices of teaching, particularly as academic subjects, theoretical concepts, or in any area of education. It serves as a platform for teachers, teacher educators, or training institutions, instructors of all levels of education, as well as students and anyone interested in the field. The journal is published biannually in May and November and accepts articles in Bahasa Indonesia or English. Pedagogika: Jurnal Ilmu-Ilmu Kependidikan is indexed in: Dimensions | Google Scholar | Crossref | Garuda | Scilit
Translation Techniques in Translating Social Terms into Indonesian used in the Novel to Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
This study examines the translation techniques used to render social terms from English into Indonesian in Harper Lee’s novel To Kill a Mockingbird, focusing on how culturally embedded expressions are transferred while preserving their semantic and sociocultural integrity. The research investigates two central questions: (1) which translation techniques—based on Molina and Albir’s (2002) framework—are applied in translating social terms, and (2) how these techniques affect the representation of social meanings in the target text. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the study analyzes ten selected sentences containing socially significant terms from both the source and target texts. The findings reveal that 70% of the data employ couplet techniques, 20% apply single techniques, and 10% utilize triplet techniques. These strategies help maintain meaning equivalence, cultural nuance, and stylistic features of the original work. The study concludes that the translator’s sensitivity to sociocultural contexts is essential for ensuring cross-cultural comprehensibility, particularly when translating social concepts embedded in literary narratives.
Copyright (c) 2025 Zainuddin Hasibuan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengaruh Metode Discovery Learning terhadap Minat Belajar Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan Kelas IV di Sekolah Dasar Negeri Nomor 104291 Sei Buluh Kabupaten Serdang Bedagai Kecamatan Teluk Mengkudu
This study investigates the effect of the discovery learning method on fourth-grade students’ interest in Civic Education at State Elementary School Number 104291 Sei Buluh, Serdang Bedagai Regency, Teluk Mengkudu District. Classroom observations indicated low engagement and limited conceptual understanding under conventional, teacher-centred instruction. The research problem asks whether discovery learning significantly increases students’ interest in learning Civics. A quantitative pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test–post-test was employed involving 17 fourth-grade students. Data were collected through questionnaires, observation, and documentation, with instruments validated through expert judgment and product-moment construct validity, and their reliability estimated using the Alpha coefficient. Data analysis used the Liliefors test and t-test supported by SPSS. The results show a statistically significant increase in students’ learning interest after the implementation of discovery learning (sig. 2-tailed = 0.000 < 0.05), indicating rejection of the null hypothesis and acceptance of the alternative hypothesis. The study concludes that discovery learning positively influences students’ interest in Civic Education and recommends its broader use to foster active participation and deeper engagement in elementary Civics classrooms.
Copyright (c) 2025 Intan Nurzannah, Thessa Herdyana, Nizmi Putri https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengaruh Media Game Smart Box terhadap Hasil Belajar Siswa pada Materi Nilai-nilai Pancasila Kelas IV Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Swasta Khansa Khalifah
This study investigates the effect of Smart Box game media on students’ learning outcomes in the topic of Pancasila values among fourth-grade students at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Swasta Khansa Khalifah. The research addresses the problem of low engagement and suboptimal achievement when conventional lecture methods are used in Civics-related instruction. Using a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design, the study involved a population of 40 students, with class IVA (n = 20) assigned as the experimental group and class IVB (n = 20) as the control group, selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected through observation, interviews, tests, and documentation, and were further examined for validity, reliability, normality, and homogeneity. The findings indicate a substantial difference in posttest scores between the control class (M = 68.00) and the experimental class (M = 89.75). Normality and homogeneity tests confirmed that the data met the assumptions for parametric analysis, and the Independent Samples Test yielded a significance value (2-tailed) of 0.000 (< 0.05). These results demonstrate that Smart Box game media has a significant and positive impact on student learning outcomes in Pancasila values.
Copyright (c) 2025 Popy Handayani Br Surbakti , Nizmi Putri, Mastari Ramadhani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengaruh Metode Small Group Discussion terhadap Hasil Belajar Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan di Kelas V Sekolah Dasar Negeri 105352 Pasar Miring
This study examines the effect of the Small Group Discussion method on students’ learning outcomes in Civic Education (PPKn) in Grade V at SD Negeri 105352 Pasar Miring. The research was motivated by the need to improve students’ conceptual understanding and active participation in Civic Education, which are often constrained by conventional, teacher-centered instruction. The study employed a quantitative experimental design with a pretest–posttest control group, involving 46 students divided into an experimental class taught using the Small Group Discussion method and a control class taught using conventional methods. Learning outcomes were measured using multiple-choice tests consisting of 15 pretest and 15 posttest items. The experimental class mean score increased from 63.77 (pretest) to 89.61 (posttest), while the control class rose modestly from 64.93 to 68.39. Independent t-test analysis confirmed a significant difference between both groups, and N-Gain analysis showed moderate effectiveness in the experimental class (65.73%) and low effectiveness in the control class (7.46%). These findings affirm that the Small Group Discussion method positively and effectively enhances students’ Civic Education learning outcomes.
Copyright (c) 2025 Gita Dama Yati, Nizmi Putri, Mastari Ramadhani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Penerapan Media Pembelajaran Teka-Teki Silang berbasis Aplikasi Eclipse Crossword untuk Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar Siswa Kelas X E.6 Sekolah Menengah Atas Negeri Satu Kota Jambi
This study aims to enhance students’ learning motivation in history courses through the implementation of a crossword-puzzle learning medium developed using the Eclipse Crossword application. The research employed a Classroom Action Research design conducted in Grade Ten, Phase E.6 of Sekolah Menengah Atas Negeri Satu Kota Jambi during the second semester of the 2023/2024 academic year, involving 35 students as research subjects. The study was carried out across two cycles, each consisting of two actions and following the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. Data were collected through classroom observations and student motivation questionnaires, and analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative descriptive techniques. The findings reveal a consistent increase in learning motivation across cycles, rising from 71% in Cycle I to 76% in Cycle II, and ultimately reaching 81% at the end of the intervention. The use of Eclipse Crossword proved effective in fostering enjoyable, interactive, and engaging history learning experiences that promoted greater student participation. These results indicate that application-based crossword media can be recommended as an innovative instructional strategy to improve learning motivation, particularly in history education at the secondary school level.
Copyright (c) 2025 Setiawati Ningsih, Juliana Octaviani Manullang, Budi Purnomo, Lisa Rukmana, Muhammad Adi Saputra https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengaruh Terapi Al-Qurani dalam Konseling Islam terhadap Perilaku Kecanduan Film Pornografi pada Remaja Laki-laki di Surabaya
Pornography addiction is a form of deviant behavior that adversely affects the mental, spiritual, and social well-being of adolescents. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of Islamic counseling employing Qur’anic recitation therapy in reducing pornography-viewing addiction among a young male in Surabaya. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, followed by a comparative descriptive analysis of the client’s condition before and after the therapeutic intervention. The findings reveal a substantial decrease in the frequency of pornography consumption after the client underwent a structured Qur’anic recitation program. The client, who previously viewed pornographic films 3–7 times per week, showed a marked decline to only once every two weeks. Improvements were also observed in self-control, daily habits, and the development of more religious attitudes. These results demonstrate that Islamic counseling integrated with Qur’anic therapy can serve as an effective alternative for assisting individuals in overcoming pornography addiction while fostering healthier behaviors aligned with Islamic values.
Copyright (c) 2025 Muh. Yusran Diniy, Shella Satiwi Guci https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Penguatan Civic Disposition Siswa melalui Program Wisata Edukasi Benteng Pancasila: Pendekatan Kuasi-Eksperimen One Group Pretest Posttest
This study investigates the effectiveness of the Benteng Pancasila educational tourism program in strengthening students’ civic disposition amid concerns about declining engagement with national values in the era of globalization. The research addresses the central question of how educational tourism contributes to enhancing key civic qualities such as nationalism, tolerance, social concern, and civic participation. Employing a quasi-experimental One Group Pretest Posttest design supported by qualitative observations and interviews, the study provides both statistical and contextual insights. The results show a substantial improvement in students’ civic disposition, with the average score increasing from 3.06 in the pretest to 4.07 in the posttest, indicating a 32.9% gain. Qualitative evidence further reveals heightened emotional involvement, reflective thinking, and deeper understanding as students engaged with the learning environment. These findings demonstrate that educational tourism at Benteng Pancasila functions as an effective contextual learning strategy for cultivating national character and reinforcing the broader aims of Pancasila-based civic education.
Copyright (c) 2025 Endrise Septina Rawanoko, Bramastia Bramastia, Leo Agung Sutimin, Triyanto Triyanto, Winarno Winarno, Deni Zein Tarsidi, Djono Djono, Andrea Salsalova https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Permainan Tos Gambar terhadap Hasil Belajar Siswa pada Materi Mengenal Mata Uang dalam Pembelajaran IPS Kelas III di Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Nahdlatul Ulama Tanjung Mulia
The mastery of currency concepts is essential in early social studies education, yet many primary school students struggle to understand these abstract ideas. This study investigates the effect of the Picture Slap game (Permainan Tos Gambar) on students’ learning outcomes in currency material at Grade III of MI Nahdlatul Ulama Tanjung Mulia. Employing a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental pretest–posttest control group design, the study involved 24 students divided into an experimental class taught using the Picture Slap game and a control class taught using conventional methods. Data were collected through multiple-choice tests consisting of 20 pretest and 20 posttest items. The experimental class mean score increased from 64 to 88, while the control class improved from 61 to 82.5. An independent samples t-test confirmed a statistically significant difference in learning outcomes between both groups. N-Gain analysis further showed moderate effectiveness in the experimental class (56%) compared to a low category in the control class (44%). These findings indicate that the Picture Slap game positively and effectively enhances students’ learning outcomes in currency learning.
Copyright (c) 2025 Anni Latifah Nasution , Thessa Herdyana, Zon Saroha Ritonga https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Integrasi Pendidikan Hukum Islam dalam Pembentukan Karakter Anti-Bullying pada Siswa Madrasah Aliyah Miftahussalam Medan
This study examines the integration of Islamic legal education in shaping anti-bullying character among students at Madrasah Aliyah Miftahussalam Medan. The research is grounded in the growing concern over the rise of bullying in educational environments, which disrupts students’ psychological well-being, learning processes, and school order. The central research question explores how Islamic legal principles—emphasizing justice, responsibility, brotherhood, and the prohibition of wrongdoing—can be systematically embedded to cultivate students’ capacity to prevent and resist bullying. Using a qualitative design, data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis, and subsequently analyzed through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that Islamic legal education is integrated through the strengthening of fiqh muamalah and ethics materials, along with the internalization of Sharia-based values in extracurricular activities and school culture. Routine habituation of respectful conduct, teacher role-modeling, and Sharia-oriented disciplinary enforcement effectively foster empathy, responsibility, and mutual respect among students. These efforts contribute to a noticeable decline in bullying incidents and enhance students’ awareness of maintaining social harmony. The study concludes that Islamic legal education plays a significant role in developing anti-bullying character and that a systematic, holistic integration of Islamic legal values provides an effective model for creating a safe, humanistic, and civilized educational environment.
Copyright (c) 2025 Sakban Lubis, Hadi Saputra Panggabean, Tumiran Tumiran, Ismail Mukhtar Nasution https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pembinaan Pendidikan Akhlak di Madrasah Aliyah Miftahussalam Medan
This study investigates the development of character education at the Private Madrasah Aliyah Miftahussalam Medan by examining its conceptual foundation, implementation patterns, and effectiveness within the school environment. The research addresses the central question of how Islamic ethical principles are integrated into daily educational practices to shape students’ moral character. Using a qualitative design, data were collected through classroom observations, interviews with teachers and students, and documentation of institutional programs. The findings reveal that character formation is carried out through structured religious activities, teacher role modelling, extracurricular programs, and environmental habituation that reinforces discipline, respect, and spiritual awareness. The study identifies institutional commitment and teacher exemplarity as supporting factors, whereas challenges arise from limited facilities, inconsistent program implementation, and students’ diverse backgrounds. The study concludes that character development at Miftahussalam Madrasah is progressing yet requires more systematic planning, continuous evaluation, and stronger parental engagement. These findings contribute to the refinement of character education models in contemporary Islamic schooling contexts.
Copyright (c) 2025 Hadi Saputra Panggabean, Sakban Lubis, Iswanto Ariga https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengaruh Pembelajaran Kontekstual Integratif Agama dan Budaya terhadap Motivasi Belajar Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam dan Sosial di Sekolah Dasar Negeri Kawisrejo
This study investigates the effectiveness of contextual learning integrated with religious and cultural values in enhancing students’ motivation in studying Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam dan Sosial (IPAS) at the elementary level. The research was driven by the recurrent issue of low student motivation in IPAS, which is often perceived as monotonous due to its emphasis on memorization rather than meaningful comprehension. Employing a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental nonequivalent control group design, the study involved 28 fifth-grade students, divided equally into experimental and control classes. Data were collected through a validated motivation questionnaire using a five-point Likert scale and analyzed using normality testing, homogeneity testing, and an independent samples t-test via SPSS 25. The findings indicate a significant effect of integrating religious and cultural contexts into IPAS instruction, as demonstrated by a t-test significance value of 0.000 < 0.05 and an average score difference of 11.571 points between groups. These results suggest that contextualizing IPAS material with religious and cultural dimensions fosters higher engagement and learning enthusiasm. Consequently, contextual learning that incorporates religion and culture emerges as an effective pedagogical strategy for improving motivation in IPAS learning within Islamic elementary schools.
Copyright (c) 2025 Nahdiah Nur Fauziah, Alvi Syafa'atu Rosidah, Anzilna Qotrun Nada, Akhiyat Akhiyat, Fathiyaturrahmah Fathiyaturrahmah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengembangan Kualitas Pendidikan di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Satu Atap Negeri 3 Nainggolan Kabupaten Samosir berbasis Inovasi Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT)
Improving the quality of education requires strategic planning that aligns institutional strengths with contextual challenges. This study examines the internal and external conditions of Sekolah Menengah Pertama Satu Atap Negeri 3 Nainggolan through a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats analysis to identify the most appropriate strategies for enhancing educational quality. The central research question focuses on how SWOT components shape strategic decision-making within the school. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through direct observation, document analysis, and interviews with school stakeholders. The findings indicate that strengths and opportunities—such as committed educators, community support, and potential program development—serve as valuable assets in achieving institutional goals, whereas weaknesses and threats—such as limited facilities and demographic challenges—pose significant barriers to progress. The study concludes that formulating targeted, context-responsive strategies is essential to optimizing advantages while mitigating potential constraints, thereby supporting sustainable educational development.
Copyright (c) 2025 Saktina Simanullang https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengembangan Media Gamifikasi Berbasis Aplikasi Kahoot pada Materi Perkalian untuk Siswa Kelas II pada Mata Pelajaran Matematika di Sekolah Dasar Islam Terpadu Al-Azhar Galang Kota
This study develops and evaluates a gamification-based learning media using the Kahoot application to enhance second-grade students’ understanding of multiplication at the Integrated Islamic Elementary School Al-Azhar Galang. The research addresses the problem of low student engagement and limited variation in instructional media by proposing a digital game-based alternative designed to increase motivation and conceptual mastery. Employing a Research and Development design with the ADDIE model, the study involved material experts, media experts, and Grade II students as trial participants. Data were collected through expert validation questionnaires and classroom implementation observations, and analyzed descriptively using quantitative techniques. Findings indicate that the developed media demonstrates high feasibility, receiving validation scores of 86% from both material and media experts, categorized as highly feasible. Student trial results yielded an average score of 90.8%, showing that the media is interactive, enjoyable, and effective in supporting students’ understanding of multiplication. The Kahoot-based learning media incorporates structured sections—introduction, core activities, and closing—supported by age-appropriate illustrations and game elements that align with the principles of gamified learning. Overall, the study concludes that the developed media is suitable for classroom use and contributes positively to students’ learning motivation and conceptual comprehension.
Copyright (c) 2025 Adelia Amanda, Astria Ayu Ramadianti, Emy Hariati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Peningkatan Komunikasi Mahasiswa melalui Penerapan Model Project Based Learning Berbantuan Aplikasi Quizizz
The development of students’ communication skills remains a central challenge in higher education, particularly within science-based learning contexts that demand active engagement and collaboration. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of implementing a Project-Based Learning (PBL) model assisted by the Quizizz application in enhancing students’ communication skills. Employing a quantitative approach, the research adopts a quasi-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest scheme. The study was conducted with 23 students enrolled in the R-001 Chemistry Education class during the Odd Semester of the 2025/2026 Academic Year. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire designed to measure students’ communication skills before and after the instructional intervention. The collected data were subsequently analyzed using a paired-sample t-test to determine the significance of changes in communication performance. The findings reveal a statistically significant improvement in students’ communication skills following the implementation of the Quizizz-assisted PBL model. These results indicate that integrating interactive digital applications within project-based instructional frameworks can effectively foster active participation, collaborative dialogue, and expressive competence among students. The study concludes that Quizizz-assisted Project-Based Learning constitutes a viable pedagogical strategy for strengthening communication skills in higher education learning environments.
Copyright (c) 2025 Firdiawan Ekaputra https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengembangan Lembar Kerja Peserta Didik Berbantuan Socrative pada Pembelajaran Teks Cerpen untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa Kelas XI Sekolah Menengah Atas Negeri 16 Medan
The integration of digital learning media in language instruction has become increasingly important to enhance students’ engagement and learning outcomes. This study aims to develop, examine the feasibility, and evaluate the effectiveness of Socrative-assisted student worksheets for short story text learning among eleventh-grade students at State Senior High School Sixteen Medan. Employing a Research and Development approach, the study adopts the Borg and Gall development model. The research population consisted of 384 students, with a sample of 35 eleventh-grade students selected for limited field testing. Data were collected through expert validation, teacher assessments, student responses, and learning outcome evaluation tests. The feasibility analysis indicates that the developed worksheets are categorized as highly feasible, as evidenced by assessments from media experts (91% and 88%), material experts (86% and 94%), an Indonesian language teacher (96%), and student trials (92%). Furthermore, the effectiveness test demonstrates that the Socrative-assisted worksheets significantly improve students’ learning outcomes, achieving an effectiveness score of 93%, which falls within the highly effective category. It can be concluded that Socrative-assisted student worksheets for short story texts are pedagogically sound, practically applicable, and effective in enhancing students’ learning outcomes in Indonesian language learning.
Copyright (c) 2025 Dwi Putri Maulidiyah, Nila Safina, Rika Kartika https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Proses Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Interaktif Menulis Skenario Drama Berbantuan Aplikasi Celtx pada Siswa Kelas XI Sekolah Menengah Atas Negeri Satu Hamparan Perak
The integration of digital tools in language learning has become increasingly essential to support students’ creative writing skills, particularly in drama script composition. This study investigates the development process, feasibility, and effectiveness of interactive learning media for writing drama scripts assisted by the Celtx application among eleventh-grade students at State Senior High School One Hamparan Perak. The study employs a Research and Development approach based on the Four-D development model proposed by Thiagarajan, encompassing the stages of Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate. The research population consisted of 310 eleventh-grade students, with a sample of 36 students selected for field testing. Data were collected through expert validation, teacher assessments, student responses, and learning outcome evaluations. The findings demonstrate that the developed interactive learning media is categorized as highly feasible, as indicated by assessments from media experts, material experts, teachers, and students, all of which yielded high feasibility percentages. Furthermore, the effectiveness test reveals a substantial improvement in students’ drama script writing skills, with an evaluation score of 90%, classified as highly effective. These results indicate that interactive learning media assisted by Celtx is pedagogically appropriate, practically applicable, and effective in enhancing students’ drama script writing competencies.
Copyright (c) 2025 Fitri Handayani, Rita Rita, Nila Safina https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Peningkatan Kreativitas Mahasiswa melalui Praktikum Biokimia berbasis Bahan Alam
This study examines the effectiveness of implementing natural material-based biochemistry practicums in enhancing university students’ creativity. The research is grounded in the recognition that creative thinking skills among students have not been optimally facilitated within conventional laboratory instruction. Employing a one-group pretest–posttest research design, this study measured changes in students’ creativity before and after their participation in biochemistry practicums utilizing natural materials. The participants consisted of 23 students enrolled in the Biochemistry Practicum course within the Chemistry Education Study Program. Data were collected using a Likert-scale questionnaire that assessed four dimensions of creativity: idea fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration. Statistical analysis revealed a significant increase in students’ creativity following the intervention, as indicated by a significance value of 0.000. These findings demonstrate that natural material-based biochemistry practicums are effective in fostering students’ creative capacities. The study concludes that integrating natural materials into biochemistry laboratory activities constitutes a pedagogically meaningful strategy to promote creativity, encourage exploratory learning, and strengthen the practical application of biochemical concepts in higher education contexts.
Strategi Penguatan dan Pengembangan Pendidikan Karakter Siswa Sekolah Menengah Atas Negeri 15 Takengon Binaan Negeri Antara
Character education remains a critical challenge in secondary education, particularly in efforts to develop human resources with strong moral integrity and civic responsibility. This study examines strategies for strengthening and developing character education at State Senior High School 15 Takengon under the guidance of Negeri Antara. Employing an applied research orientation, this field-based study adopts a qualitative approach to investigate real conditions and social phenomena related to character education as they naturally occur within the school environment. Data were collected through direct engagement with key educational stakeholders to explore strategic implementation, institutional roles, and practical challenges. The findings indicate that character education is systematically reinforced through the implementation of eighteen core character values embedded in the school’s vision and mission, which guide its educational goals and functions. Responsibility for character development involves collaborative efforts among the principal, vice principals, teachers of Islamic Religious Education and Civic Education, all subject teachers, and the Intra-School Student Organization. The study further reveals that no significant obstacles impede implementation, as existing challenges are constructively addressed through reflective and spiritual practices such as muhasabah and zikir. Overall, the study argues that a collaborative, value-based, and reflective institutional culture constitutes an effective strategy for strengthening character education in secondary education.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ramadan Ramadan, Hamdan Hamdan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pembelajaran Berbasis Kearifan Lokal sebagai Media untuk Membentuk Karakter Siswa Sekolah Menengah Pertama melalui Dongeng dan Fabel
This study examines the role of local wisdom-based learning as a pedagogical medium for shaping student character through fairy tales and fables. The research is grounded in concerns regarding the diminishing integration of moral and cultural values in formal education and addresses how narrative-based local wisdom can contribute to character education. Using a qualitative approach with a literature review (library research), the study analyzes fairy tales sourced from the Solopos Daily and fables developed in the form of digital comics, complemented by direct classroom observations of storytelling practices. Data were collected through documentation, observation, and systematic review of relevant literature. The findings demonstrate that fairy tales and fables grounded in local wisdom are effective media for character formation, as they convey moral values in an engaging and contextually meaningful manner. The narratives examined embody key character values such as discipline, perseverance, tolerance, religiosity, mutual cooperation, honesty toward parents, humility, and childlike sincerity. The study argues that integrating local wisdom-based narratives into learning activities not only supports character education but also contributes to the preservation of cultural heritage. Therefore, fairy tales and fables represent a culturally relevant and pedagogically effective medium for fostering students’ moral and personal development in contemporary education.
Copyright (c) 2025 Junifer Siregar, Rahayu Pristiwati, Agus Nuryatim https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Conscious Knowledge, Unconscious Practice: Rethinking Teacher Awareness in Phonological Instruction
This study seeks to reconceptualize teacher awareness by critically examining the discrepancy between teachers’ stated beliefs about the International Phonetic Alphabet and their actual classroom practices in English as a Foreign Language context. The study is grounded in the problem that teacher awareness is often narrowly defined as declarative knowledge, without sufficient attention to how such knowledge is enacted pedagogically. Employing a qualitative case study design, the research involved three Indonesian English as a Foreign Language teachers at UIN Ar-Raniry and utilized questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and direct classroom observations to triangulate data on declarative knowledge and procedural practice. The findings reveal a clear paradox: although all participants demonstrated strong conscious endorsement of the importance of the International Phonetic Alphabet for phonological instruction, none explicitly applied it in classroom practice, instead relying on intuitive and implicit instructional strategies. This disjunction indicates that theoretical knowledge alone does not ensure pedagogical enactment. The study argues that teacher awareness should be understood as a multi-layered construct integrating both conscious knowledge and proceduralized practice. Consequently, teacher education programs must move beyond theory transmission toward the systematic development of practical, embodied instructional skills.
Copyright (c) 2025 Wildan Sani Rasyid https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Penerapan Alat Peraga Torso untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa pada Pembelajaran Organ Tubuh Manusia di Kelas V Sekolah Dasar Negeri 105386 Tanjung Siporkis
This study was conducted in response to the limited use of instructional teaching aids in elementary science classrooms, which has contributed to low student engagement and unsatisfactory learning outcomes in the topic of human body organs. The study aimed to investigate whether the application of torso teaching aids could improve students’ learning outcomes in learning human organ systems. Employing a classroom action research design, data were collected through classroom observations, learning achievement tests, and documentation. The research was implemented in two instructional cycles involving fifth-grade students at Sekolah Dasar Negeri 105386 Tanjung Siporkis. Data were analyzed using descriptive quantitative techniques to examine changes in students’ learning achievement across cycles. The findings revealed a substantial improvement in students’ learning outcomes, with classical mastery increasing from 33.33% in the pre-cycle stage to 86.67% by the end of the second cycle following the use of torso teaching aids. These results demonstrate that torso-based instructional media effectively enhance students’ conceptual understanding and learning performance in human body organ lessons. The study concludes that the integration of concrete teaching aids is a pedagogically effective strategy for improving science learning outcomes at the elementary school level.
Copyright (c) 2025 Shafira Aulia Rahmah, Layil Safitri, Astria Ayu Ramadianti https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Penggunaan Lagu dalam Meningkatkan Kemampuan Menghafal pada Pembelajaran Matematika Siswa Kelas II Sekolah Dasar Islam Terpadu Al Azhar Galang
This study investigates the use of children’s songs as an instructional medium to enhance memorization skills in learning mathematical place value concepts among second-grade students at Al Azhar Galang Integrated Islamic Elementary School during the 2024/2025 academic year. The research is motivated by students’ persistent difficulties in memorizing basic mathematical concepts, the limited use of engaging learning strategies, and the lack of innovative models integrating music into mathematics instruction. Grounded in educational and cognitive learning theories, songs are assumed to facilitate learning by increasing motivation, creating an enjoyable classroom atmosphere, and reinforcing memory through structured melody and rhythm. Employing a qualitative research design, this study explores students’ and teachers’ experiences in implementing song-based learning, as well as identifying contextual and pedagogical factors that influence its effectiveness. Data were collected through classroom observations, in-depth interviews, and document analysis, and were analyzed thematically. The findings indicate that the use of songs contributes positively to students’ memorization abilities, engagement, and conceptual understanding of place value. The study concludes that song-based learning represents a viable and innovative pedagogical approach in elementary mathematics instruction, offering both theoretical contributions to learning theory and practical implications for teachers and educational institutions.
Copyright (c) 2025 Nurrahma Dewi, Astria Ayu Ramadianti, Syarifah Ainun Harahap https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Implementation of the Flipped Classroom to Promote Junior High School Students’ Reading Comprehension: Students’ Perceptions
This study examines junior high school students’ perceptions of the flipped classroom as an instructional approach to enhancing reading comprehension in an English as a Foreign Language context. The research is grounded in concerns regarding students’ limited engagement and comprehension in conventional reading instruction, prompting an exploration of alternative pedagogical models. Employing a quantitative descriptive research design, data were collected from 30 students using a ten-item questionnaire measuring perceptions related to difficulty, motivation, accessibility, learning support, and perceived learning outcomes. The instrument was subjected to validity and reliability testing and analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings indicate that students generally expressed positive perceptions of the flipped classroom, particularly in terms of increased learning motivation, confidence, and support for reading comprehension, despite experiencing initial adaptation challenges. The analysis further revealed that seven questionnaire items met validity criteria and the instrument demonstrated acceptable reliability for exploratory research purposes. The study argues that the flipped classroom constitutes a pedagogically viable approach for improving reading comprehension, provided that sufficient instructional guidance and technological support are systematically integrated into the learning process.
Copyright (c) 2025 Sukristiningsih Sukristiningsih https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengaruh dan Faktor Penentu Peningkatan Kualitas Proyek dalam Perspektif Manajemen Proyek Modern
This study examines the influence of Project Management Competence, Agile Methodology, and Digital Technology on Project Quality within the framework of modern project management. The research is motivated by the growing organizational demand to enhance project success through strengthened human resource competencies, adaptive working methodologies, and effective digital transformation. Employing a quantitative approach, the study utilizes Structural Equation Modeling to analyze the relationships among the proposed variables. The goodness-of-fit indices indicate that the structural model meets acceptable criteria, as reflected by Chi-square/df = 2.347, RMSEA = 0.073, GFI = 0.918, AGFI = 0.902, CFI = 0.935, and TLI = 0.928. The findings reveal that all independent variables exert positive and statistically significant effects on project quality. Project Management Competence demonstrates the strongest influence (? = 0.412), followed by Agile Methodology (? = 0.367) and Digital Technology (? = 0.289). These variables collectively enhance project quality by improving planning effectiveness, execution flexibility, and efficiency in control and monitoring processes. The study argues that the integration of managerial competence, Agile practices, and digital technologies constitutes a critical determinant of high-quality project outcomes, offering strategic implications for organizations seeking to strengthen modern project management performance.
Copyright (c) 2025 Dinda Putri Rezeki, Habibi Habibi, Zuhair Mubarrak Hazaa, Amiruddin Siahaan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Komik Digital Berbantuan Aplikasi Canva pada Materi Cahaya dan Sifatnya di Kelas V Sekolah Dasar Negeri 108306 Tanjung Garbus
This study addresses the limited availability of digital learning media and students’ difficulties in comprehending the abstract concept of light by developing a digital comic–based learning medium assisted by the Canva application for fifth-grade students at State Elementary School 108306 Tanjung Garbus. The research aims to examine the feasibility and effectiveness of the developed digital comic in supporting science learning on the topic of light and its properties. Employing a Research and Development approach, the study adopted the ADDIE model, encompassing the stages of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The developed media integrates conceptual explanations, character-based dialogues, narration audio, and visually engaging illustrations to enhance students’ conceptual understanding. The research subjects consisted of twenty-five students and two expert validators. Data were collected through expert validation questionnaires and a One Group Pretest–Posttest design to measure learning effectiveness. The findings reveal a very high level of feasibility, with validation scores of one hundred percent from media experts, ninety-eight percent from material experts and teachers, and eighty-seven percent from students. Overall, the digital comic learning media is proven to be pedagogically effective and appropriate for classroom implementation, contributing to improved understanding of scientific concepts and supporting innovative digital instruction in elementary education.
Copyright (c) 2025 Rini Nanda Hanifa, Nuri Ramadhan, Layil Safitri https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Gamifying Higher Education: A Phenomenological Study of Wayground™ Integration on Pedagogy and Student Engagement
This study examines the integration of Wayground™, a gamified online quiz platform, in higher education by exploring its pedagogical implications and its influence on student engagement. The study addresses how Wayground™ reshapes lecturers’ pedagogical practices and how students perceive and respond to gamified learning environments. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the research draws on qualitative data from semi-structured interviews with a lecturer to capture lived pedagogical experiences, complemented by quantitative data from student questionnaires measuring academic motivation, engagement, and perceived learning effectiveness. The qualitative analysis identified six central themes, including gamification-based classroom management, assessment practices, technical challenges, pedagogical benefits, perceived drawbacks, and comparisons with conventional paper-based assessments. Quantitative findings indicate that students generally report heightened engagement, increased interest, and stronger academic motivation when Wayground™ is incorporated into classroom activities. The study argues that Wayground™ functions as an effective pedagogical tool that fosters interactive learning and enhances instructional effectiveness in higher education, while also requiring careful consideration of technical and contextual constraints to ensure sustainable and meaningful implementation.
Copyright (c) 2025 Patur Rahman, Fatmawati Akhmad, Nurwahida Nurwahida https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengembangan Alat Evaluasi Berbantuan Aplikasi Gimkit pada Materi Teks Laporan Hasil Observasi pada Siswa Kelas X Sekolah Menengah Atas Negeri 1 Raya Kahean
This study addresses the limited use of interactive digital evaluation tools in assessing students’ mastery of observation report texts by developing a Gimkit-assisted learning evaluation tool for tenth-grade students at State Senior High School One Raya Kahean, Simalungun Regency. The study seeks to determine the feasibility and effectiveness of the developed tool in supporting Indonesian language learning assessment. Employing a Research and Development approach, the study adopted the ADDIE model, encompassing analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation stages. The research involved a population of 124 students, with a sample of 30 students, and included validation by a material expert, a design expert, an Indonesian language teacher, and student users. The findings demonstrate that the evaluation tool achieved a high level of feasibility, with material expert validation reaching 88.33 percent and design expert validation reaching 89.66 percent. In addition, the effectiveness assessment conducted by the Indonesian language teacher yielded a score of 92 percent, indicating a highly effective category. The study argues that integrating gamified digital applications such as Gimkit into evaluation practices enhances assessment quality, student engagement, and instructional relevance, making the tool a viable and effective alternative for school-based learning evaluation.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ayu Lela Sari, Rika Kartika, Ratna Soraya https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengembangan Lembar Kerja Peserta Didik (LKPD) Berbasis Model Pembelajaran Radec Berbantuan Book Creator pada Materi Teks Pidato
This study addresses the need for innovative and effective instructional materials in language learning by developing and evaluating Student Worksheets based on the Read, Answer, Discuss, Explain, and Create learning model integrated with the Book Creator digital platform for speech text instruction. Employing a Research and Development approach, the study applied the Four-D model encompassing the stages of Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate. The research involved a population of 183 eighth-grade junior high school students, with a purposive sample of 31 students from class VIII-3. Data were collected through observations, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation, and analyzed using qualitative and quantitative techniques. Expert validation results indicated a high level of feasibility, with material validation reaching 84.8 percent and media validation 86.8 percent, both categorized as very feasible. Empirical findings further demonstrated strong effectiveness, reflected in positive teacher responses at 92 percent, student responses at 90 percent, and an average student learning achievement score of 90. These results substantiate that the developed worksheets are pedagogically sound and effective in enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes in speech text instruction.
Copyright (c) 2025 Anggi Putri Simorangkir, Rita Rita, Ali Ali https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Al-Umm Madrasah al-Ula: Pembacaan Kritis atas Kompleksitas Kesehatan Mental Ibu dan Implikasinya terhadap Pedagogi Moral dalam Pendidikan Islam
This article critically examines the relationship between motherhood, mental health, and Islamic education through the framework of moral pedagogy. Departing from the dominant idealization of mothers as al-umm madrasah al-?l? (the first school), the study questions how this normative construct operates within contemporary Islamic educational discourse and how it shapes mothers’ psychological experiences. Employing a library research method with an integrative theoretical review design, the analysis synthesizes scholarship from motherhood studies, mental health research, sociology of education, and Islamic education. The findings demonstrate that Islamic education often frames motherhood as a moral-pedagogical project that personalizes educational responsibility and positions mothers as the primary agents of children’s moral development. This construction generates structural mental health consequences, including chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, and maternal burnout, rather than merely individual psychological problems. These burdens are further intensified by the unequal distribution of pedagogical responsibility, in which schools, religious institutions, and the state provide limited structural support. The article argues that maternal mental health constitutes a critical indicator of pedagogical justice within Islamic education and calls for a paradigmatic shift from the idealization of motherhood toward a more collective, equitable, and mental health–sensitive model of moral education.
Copyright (c) 2025 Rofikasari Mutmainah, Alfan Nawaziru Zahara https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Pengaruh Model Edukasi Kesadaran Hak Asasi Manusia melalui Kampanye Digital terhadap Pemahaman tentang Kekerasan Berbasis Gender Online
This study examines the effect of a human rights awareness education model delivered through a digital campaign on university students’ understanding of Online Gender-Based Violence. The growing prevalence of online gender-based violence among students has become a critical concern due to its implications for digital security, privacy, and gender equality. Employing a quantitative approach with a correlational design, the study collected data through a questionnaire administered to 277 students at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia. The digital campaign utilized an educational animated video titled Aku Ingin Rasa Aman as the primary intervention instrument. Descriptive analysis indicates a strong positive response from participants, with more than 90 percent of respondents agreeing or strongly agreeing that the video effectively enhanced their understanding of online gender-based violence. The findings demonstrate a positive and statistically significant influence of the human rights awareness education model implemented through digital campaigning on students’ comprehension of online gender-based violence. These results affirm the effectiveness of digital campaigns as an educational strategy for strengthening human rights awareness and promoting safer and more equitable digital spaces among university students.
Copyright (c) 2025 Prayoga Bestari, Aim Abdulkarim, Rahmat Rahmat, Pitria Sopianingsih, Nisrina Nurul Insani, Diva Dwi Juliana https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0