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Improving Students’ Vocabulary Mastery through The Outsiders By S.E. Hinton Using Contextual Teaching and Learning Method
No full textThis research aims to improve students’ English vocabulary mastery using a novel learning media entitled The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton with contextual teaching and learning method. S.E. Hinton is one of the most famous book writers in America with many achievements in his life. The novel The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton is proven to be able to improve students’ English vocabulary mastery.     The type of this research is action research with contextual teaching and learning methods. Vocabulary tests, observation sheets, and interviews were used as data collection instruments. The subjects of this study were students of the Islamic boarding school Fastabiqul Khairat DDI Ladongi, Southeast Sulawesi.    The results showed that there were an increased based on the vocabulary test before using the media and learning methods with an average score of 54 (pre-test) then the classroom action research was started by getting the students’ average score of 84 on the final test of cycle 1. The final test of cycle 2 obtained data on the average value of students is 91. These proved that there is an increase in students’ English vocabulary mastery after using the Contextual Teaching and Learning method through SE Hinton’s novel The Outsiders with a minimum score of 70
Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) as Factors of Online Vegetable Purchasing Decision
Get PDFThe growth of e-commerce and vegetable consumption become a good opportunities for vegetable sellers to expand their business online. Understanding how consumers perceive the two elements of TAM is important as it will help vegetable sellers formulate a strategy that applies specifically to their online store. Â In this study, Structural Equation Modeling - Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) is used to analyze the data. The independent variables in this study were perceived usefulness (PU) and perceived ease of use (PEOU), meanwhile the dependent variable was purchase decision (KP). This study have met the criteria of validity and reliability. The result of this research is two component of TAM significantly affecting vegetable purchasing decision in online stores. Using significance level at 0.05, t-statistic for PEOU is 3,627 which is greater than 1.960, meanwhile t-statistic for PU is 5,394 which is greater than 1.960. The owner business of vegetable in online store should develop their platform to help consumer feel more convenient and efficient while purchasing the product online.Â
Characteristic of Edelweiss Park Agrotourism Visitorsm in the Covid-19 Pandemic Time
No full textTourists have a vital role in the sustainability of a tourist destination. Edelweiss Park Agrotourism is a nature-based tourist destination managed by the local community, or Community Based Tourism (CBT). During the Covid - 19 pandemic still received visits from tourists. Researchers tried to examine from which areas tourists came to visit Edelweis Park Agrotourism during a pandemic using descriptive qualitative and quantitative analysis with a total sample of 100 which was determined using the accidental sampling method.From the discussion, it can be concluded that the characteristics of visitors based on the area of origin are divided into two, the first, are tourists who come from Bali spread from Denpasar, Bangli, Karangasem, Gianyar, Tabanan, Badung, and Klungkung. While from outside Bali, they are distributed from the areas of Lombok, Banyuwangi, West Java, East Nusa Tenggara (Kupang, Sumba, Flores), Surabaya, Jakarta, Tangerang, and West Kalimantan; The characteristics of visitors based on gender were dominated by female visitors as much as 64%; The characteristics of visitors based on average age are dominated by those aged 18 to 24 years with a total of 49 people (49%). Characteristics of visitors based on occupation, dominated by visitors who work as private employees as many as 53 people (53%); The characteristics of visitors based on the frequency of visits are dominated by first-time visitors (84%); Visitor characteristics based on information sources are dominated by information obtained from social media (71%)
STABILITY ANALYSIS OF SLOPE ON TRANS SULAWESI ROAD, PONTOLO VILLAGE, MANANGGU SUB-DISTRICT, BOALEMO DISTRICT, GORONTALO PROVINCE
Get PDFThe research location is in Pontolo Village, Mananggu Sub-district, Boalemo District, Gorontalo Province. The research location has rock slopes with a discontinuity area in the form of fractures in the rock body, which is a factor causing landslides. The research aims to determine geological conditions, rock mass quality, types of potential landslides, and recommendations for slope stability. The methods used are direct field observation, Scanline Mapping, Rock mass Rating (RMR), kinematics analysis, and Slope Mass Rating (SMR). The results of the geomorphological research of the research area are units of lava flow plains and units of intrusive hills. The lithology of the research area is in the form of granodiorite units and porphyry dacite units, while the geological structure is in the form of joints. Scanline mapping is carried out in 4 segments: segment 1, segment 2, segment 3 and segment 4. The rock mass class consists of 2 classes, a good class and a fair class. Types of landslides consist of wedge sliding and toppling sliding. SMR consists of 2 classes, stable and unstable, the results of observations that unstable slopes need to be handled in slope reinforcement
The Use of Web-Based Portfolio as Alternatife Assesment in Biology Learning
No full textThe current state of the Covid-19 pandemic has had an impact on various ongoing activities, including learning activities. Currently, the government provides a policy to organize learning from home, known as Learning From Home (BDR). Learning From Home in its implementation requires the support of mobile devices. It is a challenge for both teachers and students to master technology in learning in these conditions. In addition, teachers must also be able to carry out the teaching and learning process or provide assessments/evaluations to students face-to-face (done online). The research objective is to determine the use of alternative assessment-based portfolios in biology learning. The authors want to introduce web-based portfolios as alternative assessments in biology learning in this study. Alternative assessments can support students to understand biology lessons with the task of making lab reports, making herbariums, drawing, writing widespread scientific reports, etc. These are collected in the form of website links. The research method used is a literature study that the author has carried out. The results obtained are using a web-based portfolio as an alternative assessment in biology learning, which is still not widely applied even though this assessment is very efficient to apply in biology learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. This research concludes that every lesson that has been carried out certainly needs to be assessed on student learning outcomes in following each lesson that has been followed. In this case, an alternative web-based portfolio assessment is one of the solutions to evaluate the performance and work of students so that all activities carried out can be rewarded with value.                Keywords: Biology Alternative Assessment, Web Based Portofolio Â
Improving the Students’ Reading Comprehension Through Skimming Technique at the Second Grade of SMP Negeri 3 Batuputih
No full textThis research was designed to improving students’ reading comprehension through skimming technique at the second grade of SMP Negeri 3 Batuputih. The problem of the research was “How can skimming technique improve the students’ reading comprehension at the second grade of SMP Negeri 3 Batuputih?â€. The objective of the research are as follows: (1) Generally, the objective of this research was to describe the students' improvement in reading comprehension through skimming technique at the second grade of SMP Negeri 3 Batuputih. (2) Specifically, the research was to increase students’ reading comprehension in each cycle of the second grade students of SMP Negeri 3 Batuputih. Design of this research was collaborative classroom action research which was preceded by setting up plans, implementation, observation, analyzing, and reflection. This research was conducted in two cycle.The data of this research was obtained from the result of reading test and observation sheets. They were taken during the implementation of the action. The finding of this research show that skimming technique could improve the students’ reading comprehension. The improvement could be described on the average score of the students. In the first cycle based on students’ reading test 48% students have met criteria of success, in other words 12 of 25 students in the classroom got score 75 or more. It means 52% of students have failed. It was supported by the average score of students activity based on observation sheets in first cycle was 4.24 in first meeting, improve 5.44 in second meeting, and become 6.84 in the third meeting. It means that they were still on enough category.On cycle two based on the students’ reading test in second cycle 88% students got score 75 or more and 12% students got score less than 75. In other words, 22 students got score 75 or more and 3 students got score less than 75. It means, 88% students have met the criteria of success and 12% students have failed. It was supported by the average score of students activity based on observation sheets was 8.24 in first meeting improve 9.12 in second meeting and become 10.48 in the third meeting. It means that they were on good category.Finally, it is recommended for the English teacher to apply this technique as one of the alternatives that could be used in teaching reading because this technique could improve the students’ reading comprehension
Construction of Diagnostic Tests to Diagnose the Misconceptions of Junior High School Students on Dynamic Electrical Materials
No full textMisconceptions in physics learning, particularly in dynamic electricity, often hinder students’ conceptual understanding and problem-solving abilities. This study aimed (1) to develop a valid and reliable three-tier diagnostic test and (2) to identify junior high school students’ misconceptions regarding dynamic electricity concepts. The research employed a Research and Development (RD) approach adapted from the Borg and Gall model and modified according to Treagust’s diagnostic test development framework. The development process involved content determination, information gathering, test construction, expert validation, and field testing. The instrument consisted of three-tier multiple-choice items comprising answer selection, reasoning, and confidence level. Item validity was analyzed using the point-biserial correlation coefficient, while reliability was calculated using the Kuder–Richardson Formula 20 (KR-20). The finalized instrument included 21 valid items with a reliability coefficient of 0.75, indicating good reliability. The diagnostic test was administered to 189 students from five classes at a public senior high school. The findings revealed that 49.4% of students experienced misconceptions, 36.6% understood the concepts, 6.9% had weak conceptual understanding, 5.6% did not understand the concepts, and 1.1% answered correctly by guessing. These results indicate that misconceptions in dynamic electricity remain prevalent and highlight the importance of diagnostic assessment as a basis for remedial instruction
The Relationship Between Anxiety and Self-Confidence in English Language Learning
No full textAnxiety is a condition or disorder in which the sufferer experiences excessive anxiety, which manifests as a racing heart, cold sweats, trembling, and shortness of breath. Students experience a great deal of anxiety while learning English, frequently misinterpreted as a lack of self-confidence. According to some studies, a person's anxiety level affects their level of self-confidence. This article examines the relationship between anxiety and students' confidence in learning English. The researchers used quantitative methods and found that the relationship between anxiety and self-confidence was relatively weak based on the data collected
Fruit Consumption Patterns in The Community of Denpasar City
Get PDFIn general, fruit consumption in Bali Province shows a low level when compared to public consumption of other goods. Likewise with the City of Denpasar which is one of the areas with a fairly dense population so that the community's fruit consumption patterns are quite diverse. This study aims to determine and describe the pattern of fruit consumption in the community. The location of this research is Denpasar City. The sampling technique used is purposive and the sample used is housewives as many as 32 respondents. The data analysis technique used is descriptive analysis with data collection using observations, interviews, literature studies, and documentation. The research instrument used was a questionnaire. The results showed that the majority of people in Denpasar City (62.5%) consumed fruit as much as 150 grams/day in the sufficient category, and most (43.8%) people bought fruit/day for Rp 15.000,00/day. . There is a tendency that the greater the amount of income the respondent has, the more often the respondent buys fruit. The purpose of the people in Denpasar City to consume fruit is that most people (68.8%) use fruit for ordinary consumption/eaten and 31.3% for ceremonial facilities. The people's preference in Denpasar City in consuming fruit is that most people (81.3%) consume local fruit and 18.8% consume imported fruit
Analysis of Income Level and Welfare of Lada Farmer Household (Piper Nigrum L.) in Bantilang Village, Towuti Subdistrict, East Luwu Regency
Get PDFEast Luwu Regency is one of the largest pepper centers in South Sulawesi Province. This study aims to: (1) know the production pepper farming, (2) analyze farmers’ income from pepper farming, (3) analyze the household income of pepper farmers and (4) analyze the level of welfare of pepper farmer households in Bantilang Village, Towuti District, East Luwu Regency. This research was conducted in Bantilang Village, Towuti District, East Luwu Regency from July to August 2021. The sample is 42 pepper farmers. The data was analysed using descriptive quantitative method. The results showed that (1) the level of pepper production in Bantilang Village, Towuti District, East Luwu Regency was quite high, that is 938.39 Kg/Ha. The income of pepper farmers is Rp. 4,353,953/month with the R/C-Ratio of 4.39, (2) household income of pepper farmers is relatively high, where their incomes are genterated from pepper farming, other farming, outside farming and income of household members, with the average household income of pepper farmers is Rp. 13,544,548/month, (3) the welfare of farmer households is high, where as many as 41 farmers are included in the prosperous category (97.62%)