International Journal of Social Learning (IJSL)
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Mapping the Potential of Prospective New Students Utilizing K-Means and Fuzzy C-Means Clustering
Full text linkUIN Walisongo Semarang has implemented outreach initiatives to engage prospective students, but these endeavors often lack data-informed approaches. This research intends to analyze the potential of incoming students through K-Means and Fuzzy C-Means (FCM) clustering techniques. The dataset comprises admission information from 2022 to 2024, focusing on five key factors: gender, admission pathway, study program, school type, and geographic origin. Data preprocessing was performed before conducting the clustering analysis. The Elbow Method and Silhouette Score were utilized to identify the optimal K for K-Means, whereas the Fuzzy Partition Coefficient and Xie-Beni Index were applied for FCM. Findings indicate that K-Means generated more distinct cluster boundaries, while FCM provided adaptability with overlapping clusters. Principal Component Analysis and the Davies-Bouldin Index were employed to facilitate the assessment. The mapping results are displayed by faculty, showcasing regional patterns and student demographics. This research establishes a data-driven basis for UIN Walisongo's strategic recruitment and admissions strategies
Development Instructional Media Based on Virtual Reality Assisted by The MilleaLab Application on Tourism Resources Material
Full text linkVR technology is changing the world of education by providing immersive and interactive learning experiences. This study develops LaViGeo, a VR-based learning media designed using the MilleaLab application to enhance learning in tourism resource materials. This study follows the ADDIE development model, consisting of five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. This study involved 21 students in the Geography of Transportation and Tourism course, selected randomly. Data were collected using a validation questionnaire for material and media experts, as well as a student response survey. The results is LaViGeo was very feasible and effective to use from expert assessments and through trials with students. The integration of multimedia elements, learning videos, 360-degree images and interactive features can be accepted by students for concept materials related to tourism geography. There are challenges in the form of direct integration of 360-degree YouTube videos and limited trials so that further research is needed regarding wider implementation and optimization
Growing Green Minds: Understanding Primary Students’ Perspectives on Ecological Literacy
Full text linkEcological literacy is an essential aspect for fostering an understanding of and responsibility for environmental stewardship in young learners, yet limited research examines how children engage with ecological concepts in unique island-based settings. This study aimed to explore the primary pupils’ perceptions of ecological literacy at an island-based school through participation in a mangrove planting program. Employing a case study research design with ten participants, semi-structured interviews revealed five themes: foundational understanding, personal connection to nature, daily environmental awareness, environmental education value, and concern for preservation. Pupils’ attitudes toward ecological responsibility revealed seven themes: belief in personal and collective agency, practical environmental actions, environmental impact awareness, emotional connection to nature, peer encouragement participation, stewardship, and experiential learning. The results undeline the need of practical, place-based educational activities in fostering ecological literacy. This program help pupils to develop active participation and feeling of responsibility and deepen their knowledge of environmental ideas
Effectiveness of Project-Based Scratch Programming to Improve Problem-Solving Skills of Elementary School Students
Full text linkProblem-Solving Skills as an Essential Competency for Elementary School Students is a critical area that can be enhanced through Project-based Scratch Programming technology. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Scratch Programming, applied through projects, on the problem-solving skills of students at SD Negeri Jatisari in Semarang City. The research employed a Quasi-Experimental design using a Pretest-Posttest Non-Equivalent Control Group approach. Participants in the control and experimental groups were not randomly selected, with each group consisting of 27 students. Data analysis techniques included the Independent Sample T-Test and N-Gain Test. Results from the Independent Sample T-Test indicated a significance value of 0.009 (Sig.<0.05), while the N-Gain score for the Experimental Group was 0.40, categorized as Medium. These results demonstrate that the Experimental Group saw a notable improvement in problem-solving skills, particularly in their ability to re-evaluate the outcomes of their problem-solving efforts
The Utilization of Digital Technology for English Literacy Improvement in Islamic Senior High Schools
Full text linkThe utilization of digital technology is perceived as significant in the English learning process. This research aimed to investigate the utilization of digital technology for English literacy improvement among Class XII Islamic senior high school students. A mixed-method approach was applied by involving 60 students with purposive sampling. The results showed that Islamic senior high school students (Madrasah aliyah) spent an average of 1 to 3 hours a day using digital technology platforms, used YouTube the most frequently, trained their English by singing along to videos accessed from digital technology platforms, and used digital technology in an autodidactic manner. Contradictorily, most respondents claimed they seldom utilized digital technology for English-language content conversation. Moreover, the result revealed six benefits of adopting digital technology for English language literacy, compared to 6 drawbacks. The conclusion is that digital technology is relevant for English learning
Interactive Learning Initiatives Utilizing Fossil Discoveries at Tambaksari Junior High School, Indonesia
Full text linkThis study aims to show that interactive learning techniques can increase historical awareness amongst students. Using the interactive learning experience of searching for and categorising fossils in the local river bed by SMPN Tambaksari (hereafter referred to as Tambaksari Junior High School) students between 1980 and 1996. The historical method to select and evaluate both oral and written sources. The oral sources include interviews with the participants of the fossil digs. Written sources included news and magazine articles published during the time of the digs. The results show that the interactive teaching method was considered a meaningful and positive learning experience by students. Additionally, it was found that the students expanded their historical awareness by gaining an appreciation for the connection of history with the present and the future. Finally, there was a positive personal development for students, who learned about themselves and their relationship with their culture and nation
Misconception in Differentiated Learning Practices: A Study of Indonesian Social Studies Teachers
Full text linkDifferentiated learning can foster creativity, independence, and motivation to learn in students. However, misconceptions in understanding and implementing this approach produce negative outcomes. This study analyzes misconceptions in differentiated learning among Indonesian social studies teachers, examining their forms, causes, and impacts. A qualitative descriptive method was employed, utilizing structured and open-ended interviews conducted via Google Forms, with 126 randomly selected social studies teachers across Indonesia. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model. Results reveal significant misconceptions among Indonesian social studies teachers. Key findings include an overemphasis on learning styles (auditory, visual, kinesthetic) in teaching practices, uniform time allocation despite varying student abilities, and excessive reliance on group learning without considering individual student profiles, including those who prefer independent learning. These misconceptions reveal fundamental misunderstandings about the principles of differentiated instruction, underscoring the need for enhanced teacher training and professional development programs
Assessing Self-Regulated Learning of Undergraduate EFL Students: Instrument Development and Validation
Full text linkThis study aimed to develop and validate an SRL questionnaire for undergraduate EFL students using Research and Development (R&D) approach with a simplified 3D model (define, design, and develop). The instrument assesses three key dimensions of SRL based on Zimmerman's theoretical framework: cognitive, motivational, and behavioral. Content validity was established through expert review, followed by a pilot study with 30 students. Pearson product-moment correlation confirmed item validity, all items exceeded r= 0.361 (p<0.05). Furthermore, the reliability analysis, using Cronbach's alpha, yielded a coefficient of 0.964, surpassing the acceptable threshold of 0.700. These findings collectively indicate that the developed SRL questionnaire possesses strong psychometric properties, making it valid and reliable instrument for measuring self-regulated learning among EFL students. This instrument enables educators to identify student strengths and weaknesses, informing targeted interventions and promoting autonomous learning practices among EFL students
Campus Habituation and Digital Culture in Strengthening Communication Ethics
Full text linkThis study examines how integrating digital culture values in campus habituation strengthens students’ digital communication ethics as social capital. Using a qualitative descriptive method in Mataram City, data were collected from students, lecturers, staff, and campus leaders through interviews and observations. Findings reveal that students recognize the importance of digital values such as netiquette, digital literacy, and digital citizenship. However, the implementation of these values remains inconsistent and unstructured. Ethical awareness in digital communication varies among students, especially regarding personal social media use. Despite these challenges, digital platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram support the development of bonding and bridging social capital through trust-building and collaboration. The study suggests the need for structured campus policies, regular digital ethics training, curriculum integration, and digital communities to foster ethical digital behavior in academic settings
Role Playing Simulation Learning Method in Disaster-Prone Areas: Is It Effective in Improving Knowledge and Preparedness for Disasters?
Full text linkIndonesia is a disaster-prone country, especially in terms of geological disasters. Applying disaster education through simulation methods is expected to give the community the right knowledge and attitude toward disaster response. This study aimed to determine and analyze the knowledge and attitudes of students in higher education in responding to geological disasters through simulation learning methods. The population in this study was students of the Social Sciences Education Study Program from five Islamic universities in East Java, Indonesia, and the sample was 378 students. The method used was quantitative with univariate and bivariate data analysis. The study results from the analysis stated a significant difference between the knowledge and preparedness of geological disasters in students in the control group and the experimental group, with a P value of 0.0001. Thus, the knowledge and disaster preparedness level in students who received simulation learning was higher than in students who did not receive learning with the simulation learning model. This study implies that the simulation learning model can be used as a reference in implementing disaster education, especially in disaster-prone areas