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The Effectiveness of the Integrated BBT Method (Read-Tiered-Structured) in Improving Reading Literacy among Elementary School Students: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Full text linkThis study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Integrated BBT Method (Reading-Tiered-Structured) in improving elementary school students’ reading literacy. The research employed a quantitative, quasi-experimental one-group pre-test–post-test design involving 56 students from Grades I–VI at SD Inpres Bone, South Central Timor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, using a saturated sampling technique. The intervention was implemented over four weeks in sequential stages: reading letters, words, sentences, and paragraphs. The research instrument consisted of a reading literacy test developed by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemdikbudristek), and data were analyzed using a paired-samples t-test. The results indicated a significant improvement in reading literacy, with a significance value (2-tailed) of 0.000 (< 0.05). The t-values across the five levels were -18.044, -37.293, -30.529, -15.152, and -13.550, respectively, with 55 degrees of freedom. The effect size values at the five levels were 3.151571, 6.721453, 5.412058, 2.563162, and 2.281976, respectively, with average post-test achievement exceeding 97% across all levels. The limitations of this study include the absence of a control group and the short duration of the intervention. Theoretically, these findings strengthen the effectiveness of a staged literacy approach, while practically, they provide an applicable model for reading instruction. This study recommends implementing the Integrated BBT Method to strengthen reading literacy policy in Indonesian elementary schools.
Keywords: elementary school students, integrated BBT method, quasi-experimental study, reading literac
The Effectiveness of Quizlet-Based Guided Discovery Learning on Vocabulary Mastery at a Junior High School in Pematangsiantar
Full text linkIn many Indonesian junior high schools, students often struggle to retain English vocabulary due to the dominance of passive, teacher-centered memorization techniques. Although digital tools are readily available, their systematic integration with structured pedagogical frameworks, such as Guided Discovery Learning (GDL), remains scarce in local EFL contexts. Addressing this gap, this study evaluates the efficacy of integrating GDL with Quizlet to improve the vocabulary mastery of eighth-grade students at SMP Negeri 10 Pematangsiantar. The research employed a quantitative quasi-experimental design with 60 students selected via purposive sampling. The experimental group was taught using the GDL-Quizlet model, while the control group followed conventional instruction. Data analysis using non-parametric statistics revealed that the experimental group significantly surpassed the control group. While the control group showed stagnant results, the experimental group demonstrated substantial gains. These findings suggest that combining the scaffolding of GDL with the gamified engagement of Quizlet creates a highly effective learning environment, offering a practical solution for teachers aiming to boost student motivation and lexical competence.
Keywords: EFL Students, Guided Discovery Learning, Quizlet, Vocabulary Mastery, Quasi-Experimental Researc
Group Guidance Based on Ibn Arabi\u27s Cosmology for Students’ Self-Improvement: A Semantic Analysis on the Writing of Vocational High School Students in Purwokerto
Full text linkToday\u27s teenagers need to be prepared to face self-development challenges that affect their motivation and sense of meaning in life. This study examines group guidance grounded in Ibn Arabi\u27s cosmology to improve students\u27 self-improvement through the semantic analysis of handwriting in vocational high schools. The research method uses a qualitative case study with handwriting documentation and in-depth interviews. The study subjects were five students from class XI MPLB 1 at State Vocational High School 1 Purwokerto. Data analysis was carried out semantically to reveal implied meanings and spiritual values. The study results showed that group guidance encouraged students to write about improving their quality of life, life skills, health, and continuous improvement, reflecting motivation and the meaning of life. Group guidance based on Ibn Arabi\u27s cosmology can support students\u27 self-improvement. Guidance and counselling teachers can develop a group guidance model based on Ibn Arabi\u27s cosmology to more meaningfully support students\u27 self-development.
Keywords: group guidance, self improvement, ibn arabi cosmology, lexical semantic
Group Counseling Model of Rational Emotive Behavior Based on ASWAJA Values for Increase Moderation Religious Students: Preventive Efforts Counter Radicalism
Full text linkRadicalism among university students shows a worrying trend, especially through the penetration of intolerant ideologies on social media; therefore, a value-based preventive approach is needed. The purpose of this study is to develop a Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) group counseling model based on Ahlussunnah wal Jamaah (ASWAJA) values to enhance students’ religious moderation. The research employed a Research and Development (R&D) design following the Borg and Gall model, encompassing preliminary studies, model design, expert validation, and field testing. The expert validation yielded a feasibility score of 130, categorized as good and appropriate. The effectiveness test utilized a pre-test–post-test control group design involving 20 students from Universitas Islam Negeri K.H. Abdurrahman Wahid Pekalongan selected through purposive sampling. Data were analyzed qualitatively and quantitatively using a paired sample t-test. The results revealed a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05) and an N-Gain of 60.09% (moderate), indicating the model’s effectiveness in improving religious moderation. This study presents an innovative counseling model that integrates REBT with ASWAJA values, contributing theoretically to the development of value-based REBT approaches and, practically, as a preventive framework against radicalism in higher education.
Keywords: group counseling, REBT, ASWAJA, radicalism, religious moderatio
Family Factors and the Emergence of Suicidal Ideation in Adolescents
Full text linkSuicide remains the second leading cause of death among adolescents globally, with suicidal ideation often being the critical precursor. While family factors are recognized as a significant trigger, the qualitative mechanisms remain underexplored. This multiple-case study employed a qualitative design to investigate the family-related dynamics influencing suicidal ideation in adolescents. Three participants (aged 20–21) from Salatiga, Indonesia, with lived experience of suicidal ideation attributed to family factors, were selected via purposive and snowball sampling. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and observations, then analyzed thematically. Eleven key themes emerged: suicidal ideation, suicide attempts, family communication dysfunction, excessive pressure, grief, history of violence, parental overcontrol, responsibility burden, hopelessness, low self-esteem, and protective factors. The findings reveal that suicidal ideation arises from a complex interaction between dysfunctional family dynamics (e.g., poor communication, pressure, violence) and the adolescent\u27s internal psychological state (e.g., hopelessness, low self-esteem). Protective factors, including improved family dynamics, social support, and religiosity, were crucial in mitigating risk. The study underscores the need for early intervention targeting family systems and strengthening protective resources to prevent adolescent suicide.
Keywords: suicidal ideation, adolescents, family factors, qualitative study, protective factor
A Digital-Based Islamic Guidance and Counseling Service Model: The HiDende Application Innovation for Building a Sexual-Violence-Free Campus
Full text linkCases of sexual violence continue to occur in higher education institutions in Indonesia, with 1,011 cases reported across sixteen campuses, including universities in West Nusa Tenggara. Given this condition, this study is important to conduct by developing a digitally based Islamic Guidance and Counseling service model, in the form of the HiDende application, to support the creation of a campus free of sexual violence. This research aims to develop a model for the prevention and handling of sexual violence through digital-based Islamic Guidance and Counseling services using the HiDende application. The study employs a Research and Development approach with the ADDIE design. The results yield a digitally based Islamic Guidance and Counseling service model, namely the HiDende cybercounseling application. Research findings indicate that the application integrates preventive strategies through interactive educational content and curative services through anonymous counseling with psychologists. The study concludes that the HiDende Mobile App provides a practical and adaptive digital Islamic Guidance and Counseling service model. The implications suggest that HiDende can serve as a strategic digital solution for universities in preventing and addressing sexual violence effectively and sustainably.
Keywords: islamic guidance and counseling, digital counseling, hidende application, sexual violence, colleg
Navigating the School to Work Transition: The Interplay Between Emotional Intelligence and Anxiety in Fresh Graduate at Company X
Full text linkThe transition from academic to professional life often creates psychological pressure for fresh graduates, particularly amidst intense job competition and post-pandemic economic uncertainty. Emotional intelligence (EQ) is believed to play a crucial role in helping individuals manage anxiety during this career transition. This study aims to analyze the relationship between emotional intelligence and work-related anxiety among fresh graduates at Company X. Using a quantitative correlational design with a cross-sectional approach, this research involved 230 fresh graduates selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using the Schutte Emotional Intelligence Scale (SEIS) and the Career Anxiety Scale (CAS), both of which have proven validity and reliability. Data analysis was conducted using Spearman\u27s rho correlation test. The results revealed a significant negative correlation between EQ and anxiety (r = -0.437; p < 0.01), indicating that higher levels of emotional intelligence are associated with lower levels of anxiety. The majority of participants were categorized as having moderate EQ (71.7%) and moderate anxiety (53.9%). These findings confirm that emotional intelligence serves as a psychological resource that helps new graduates manage stress and uncertainty during career transitions. The practical implications suggest that organizations should integrate EQ-based interventions into orientation and training programs for new employees to enhance emotional resilience and work readiness among young workers.
Keywords: emotional intelligence, fresh graduate, anxiety, career transition, work readines
Enhancing Elementary Students’ Science Achievement through the Snowball Throwing Model with Visual Cue Cards: A True Experimental Study
Full text linkThis study investigated the effectiveness of integrating the Snowball Throwing cooperative learning model with visual cue cards in improving elementary students’ science achievement on ecosystem concepts. The study employed a true experimental pretest–posttest control group design involving 66 fifth-grade students randomly assigned to experimental and control groups. Student achievement was measured using a validated multiple-choice test. Prior to hypothesis testing, data met parametric assumptions, as indicated by normal distribution (Shapiro–Wilk, p > .05) and homogeneous variance (Levene’s test, p = .651). Data were analyzed using independent samples t-tests and effect size estimation. The results revealed that the experimental group achieved significantly higher posttest scores than the control group (t(64) = 6.12, p < .001), with a large effect size (Cohen’s d = 1.46). Gain score analysis also showed a significant difference (t(64) = 7.22, p < .001; Cohen’s d = 1.80), indicating substantially greater learning improvement among students exposed to the cooperative–visual approach. These findings suggest that combining structured peer interaction with visual scaffolding effectively enhances conceptual understanding in elementary science learning. The study provides empirical support for implementing multimodal cooperative strategies to improve science achievement in primary education.
Keywords: cooperative learning, elementary education, science achievement, snowball throwing, visual cue card
Psychometric Adaptation of the Flourishing Scale in Organizations with High Reliability: Empirical Evidence from Mining Employees in Indonesia
Full text linkThe mining industry represents a high-risk work environment standardized psychometric instruments for measuring flourishing among Indonesian mining workers are currently limited. This study aims to examine the construct validity and reliability of the Flourishing Scale, adapted from the PERMA model (Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment), among mining employees in Indonesia. Quantitative data from 262 employees, obtained through purposive sampling, were analyzed using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) with the assistance of JASP software, while internal reliability was estimated using Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient. The results indicated that the measurement model provided a very good fit to the empirical data, with CFI = 0.992, TLI = 0.990, and RMSEA = 0.025. All items yielded significant factor loadings, supported by high internal consistency (α = 0.859). As the first psychometric adaptation for this specific population in Indonesia, this study offers a significant original contribution to occupational psychology. The findings provide a robust, evidence-based instrument for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs to enhance psychological well-being, mitigate human-factor risks, and support operational sustainability.
Keywords: confirmatory factor analysis, flourishing, mining employees, construct validity, psychological well-bein
Which Model Is the Most Accurate? A Comparative Study of Bankruptcy Prediction Models in Indonesia’s Automotive Sector
Full text linkPurpose: Financial distress has become a critical issue in corporate finance as it reflects a company’s ability to maintain business continuity before experiencing bankruptcy. The purpose of this study is to analyze and compare the accuracy levels of the Altman Z-Score, Springate, and Zmijewski models in predicting financial distress among automotive sub-sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the 2019–2022 period.
Methodology: This study employs a quantitative research approach using secondary data obtained from the annual financial statements of automotive sub-sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2019–2022 period. The sample consists of 44 companies selected based on predetermined criteria. The analysis method involves descriptive statistical analysis and the application of the Altman Z-Score, Springate, and Zmijewski models to measure prediction accuracy in identifying financial distress.
Findings: The findings indicate that the Altman Z-Score and Springate models can be used to predict financial distress; however, their accuracy levels are relatively low, at 22% and 61% respectively, with higher type error rates. Conversely, the Zmijewski model demonstrates superior predictive performance with an accuracy rate of 93% and a type error of 7%, suggesting it is the most effective model for predicting financial distress potential among automotive sub-sector companies in Indonesia. These results highlight that the Zmijewski model provides the most reliable identification of financial distress compared to the other models.
Originality: The originality of this study lies in its comparative analysis of three well-known financial distress prediction models, Altman Z-Score, Springate, and Zmijewski, explicitly applied to Indonesia’s automotive sub-sector during the post-pandemic period (2019–2022). This focus provides new empirical evidence on model accuracy within an industry significantly affected by economic fluctuations and supply chain disruptions.
Practical implications: The findings provide valuable insights for investors, managers, and policymakers in assessing financial distress risk and improving financial decision-making within the automotive industry