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Phenomenological insights into children\u27s experiences: The transition to preschool
Full text linkChildren’s transition to preschool has significant theoretical implications, especially regarding the expectations formed by parents and teachers, which often raise concerns. The purpose of this study is to explore children’s experiences during the transition to preschool, understand their perceptions, emotions, and interactions, and identify factors that support a positive adaptation. This qualitative study used a case study to explore the transition of preschool children in Malaysia, focusing on forming social relationships. The research methodology involved observation, interviews, and photography over eight weeks, highlighting the importance of listening and understanding children’s voices to support their social and emotional adaptation to a new environment. The results showed that rules and routines played a significant role in helping children adapt to preschool, contributing significantly to their academic, social, and cognitive development. The transition process was enriched by event-based activities such as birthday parties, which were fun and important in teaching social skills through collaboration and shared celebration. This study highlights the importance of designing child-centered educational activities that educate, inspire, and engage children, helping them feel valued and an integral part of their preschool community. The contribution of this study lies in emphasizing the importance of rules, routines, and event-based activities in supporting children’s adaptation to preschool. These findings provide guidance for educators in designing child-centered educational programs that enhance academic, social, and cognitive development while strengthening children’s sense of engagement and belonging within the preschool community
Analysis of migrant teachers\u27 life experiences in early childhood education in Canada
Full text linkThis study explores the lived experiences of migrant early childhood education (ECE) teachers in Canada, emphasizing their contributions to cultural and linguistic diversity as well as the challenges they face in professional integration. With Canada’s diverse population and increasing number of migrant educators, understanding their experiences is essential to support inclusive educational practices. The study investigates how migrant ECE teachers contribute to multiculturalism and multilingualism in classrooms, enhancing children\u27s social, cognitive, and cultural development. Despite these positive impacts, migrant teachers encounter obstacles such as credential recognition, language barriers, and systemic biases, which hinder their professional integration and potential contributions. Utilizing qualitative methodology, semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine migrant educators representing diverse cultural backgrounds. The findings of this study suggest that systemic barriers hinder the full integration of migrant educators into Canada’s early childhood education (ECE) system despite their significant contributions to cultural and linguistic diversity. Better recognition of their credentials, increased professional support, and more inclusive policies are needed to maximize their potential and reflect their experiences well in Canada’s ECE system. The contribution of this study is to identify and highlight systemic barriers that hinder the full integration of migrant educators into the Early Childhood Education (ECE) system in Canada. The findings call for better credential recognition, increased professional support, and more inclusive policies to maximize the potential of migrant educators and ensure their experiences are well reflected in the Canadian ECE system. This study contributes to proposing changes that can help address these inequities and increase diversity and inclusion in early childhood education in Canada
Effectiveness of interactive learning media development based on articulate storyline 3 in elementary school education
Full text linkThe development of learning media in the form of interactive media involving animations, quizzes, and videos facilitates better understanding of learning material through two-way communication between the media and students, making the material more concrete and easier to comprehend. This study aims to develop an interactive learning media product based on Articulate Storyline 3 for use in elementary schools and to describe the feasibility of this media in such settings. The method used is Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE development model, which includes the stages of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. This research contributes to the development of interactive learning media using Articulate Storyline in private elementary schools, improving student learning outcomes and enhancing the overall learning process at the elementary level. The results show that interactive media based on Articulate Storyline 3 effectively enhances student understanding, particularly in abstract topics such as magnetism. Its features promote active learning, improve academic performance, and support various learning styles. Developed using the ADDIE model, the media fosters an inclusive and engaging learning environment. However, its success depends on teacher readiness and available infrastructure. Overall, this media offers an innovative approach to enrich primary education. This study contributes to the development of interactive learning media based on Articulate Storyline 3, which is effective in enhancing students\u27 understanding, especially in abstract topics like magnetism. By supporting active learning and various learning styles, this media offers an innovative approach to enrich the learning experience in primary education
The contribution of Pesantren Kilat program to students\u27 religious knowledge and behaviors at elementary school
Full text linkIn the context of modernization and globalization, elementary school students face challenges in preserving their understanding and practice of religious values amid the influence of external cultures. The Pesantren Kilat program at Elementary School is designed as an effective solution to strengthen students\u27 religious knowledge and cultivate Islamic behavior from an early age. The program aims to deepen students\u27 understanding of Islamic teachings and assist them in applying moral values in their daily lives. This study examines how the Pesantren Kilat program enhances students\u27 religious knowledge and shapes Islamic behavior at Elementary School. Adopting a qualitative case study approach, the research explores the role of the program in enriching students\u27 religious understanding and developing their ethics and morality based on Islamic teachings. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings indicate that the Pesantren Kilat program effectively increases religious knowledge and promotes Islamic behavior in students. The program helps students internalize and apply Islamic values in daily life by integrating theoretical and practical learning. Structured activities such as interactive lessons, worship, and behavior monitoring lead to noticeable improvements in students\u27 religious adherence and social behavior, demonstrating the program\u27s success in fostering spiritual growth and moral development. This study\u27s contribution is to show that the Pesantren Kilat program is effective in improving students\u27 religious knowledge and Islamic behavior through theoretical and practical learning activities. It has become an effective model for internalizing Islamic values and promoting spiritual growth and moral development
Development of pop-up book media based on heroic values in madrasah ibtidaiyah
Full text linkThe problem addressed in this study is the lack of innovative learning media that can effectively instill heroic values in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students. Conventional methods often fail to engage students or connect values with daily experiences. Therefore, there is a need to develop pop-up book media that is attractive, interactive, and value-oriented to improve character education. This research aims to develop innovative learning media in the form of a Pop-Up Book based on heroic values for Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students. The method used is Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE development model which includes the stages of analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation. The research results show that the Pop-Up Book media developed is valid and suitable for use in learning with a validity level of 88%. Implementation on 13 class V students at MI showed a positive response with an acceptance rate of 86.15%. This media not only increases students\u27 interest and understanding of the subject matter, but is also effective in instilling moral values such as courage, sacrifice and patriotism. Teacher training in the use of this media is very necessary to optimize its use in the learning process. This research contributes to the development of innovative learning media by demonstrating that Pop-Up Book media is both valid and effective in improving student engagement, understanding, and moral values. The findings highlight its potential as a practical tool for character education in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah, while also emphasizing the importance of teacher training for optimal classroom implementation
Application of the wordwall application in social studies learning to develop independent character in elementary school students
Full text linkStudent independence in elementary schools is still considered low because many students rely on teachers to learn and more brilliant friends to work on questions. The culture of cheating when working on exam questions reflects that students lack confidence in their abilities. This study aims to provide an overview of using the Wordwall application as a learning medium for Natural and Social Sciences in developing the independent character of elementary school students. The researcher used a descriptive qualitative research method with data from interviews, observations, and documentation. The results of this study indicate that using the Wordwall application can increase student engagement with interactive features that can increase learning motivation and provide a more enjoyable experience than conventional methods. In addition, Wordwall contributes to forming an independent character by encouraging students to learn autonomously through instant feedback, allowing them to explore answers and understand concepts without relying on teachers or friends. This application also fosters learning discipline by helping students manage time, follow instructions consistently, and improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills through trial and error mechanisms. However, for its use to be more effective, Wordwall must be combined with other learning strategies, such as class discussions and problem-based projects, and integrated with a broader pedagogical approach to ensure that independent and disciplined characters can be internalized in students\u27 academic and social lives
Innovation in mathematics learning through discovery learning and flashcard media in elementary madrasahs
Full text linkMathematics learning in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah often faces significant obstacles due to a lack of interest and motivation in learning among students. This is often associated with using traditional and less interesting teaching methods, which do not meet students\u27 basic psychological needs. The purpose of this study is to develop innovation in mathematics learning through the application of discovery learning and flashcard media to enhance concept understanding and student engagement in elementary madrasahs effectively. To overcome this problem, this study used qualitative methods and purposive sampling to select respondents according to the study\u27s needs. Data were collected through passive observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation techniques, which were then analyzed using an interactive analysis model. This process facilitated an in-depth evaluation of the impact of using the Discovery Learning model supported by flashcard media. The results of this study indicate an increase in student engagement and motivation with the implementation of the Discovery Learning model and flashcards, characterized by increased interaction during learning sessions and a better understanding of mathematical concepts. Based on these results, it is recommended that educators integrate interactive and student-centered teaching methods, such as Discovery Learning, to increase engagement and motivation in learning mathematics. This study contributes by demonstrating that integrating Discovery Learning with flashcards enhances student engagement, motivation, and conceptual understanding in mathematics. The findings suggest that interactive, student-centered approaches can improve learning effectiveness and serve as practical strategies for educators in fostering active and meaningful mathematics learning experiences
Improving elementary school students\u27 science literacy through Office Sway interactive learning media
Full text linkThis study addresses the need to improve science literacy among elementary school students. Although traditional teaching methods are important, they sometimes fail to fully engage students or deepen their understanding of the material. Therefore, this study explores the potential of using Office Sway as an interactive learning media to enhance science literacy. The aim of this study is to assess the effectiveness of using Office Sway in supporting the improvement of science literacy among elementary school students. This study employed an R&D approach using the APPED model to develop interactive learning media based on Office Sway, including needs analysis, design, production, expert evaluation, and dissemination, with effectiveness measured through tests, questionnaires, and interviews. The results of the study show that Office Sway has significant potential to increase student engagement and science literacy in elementary schools by presenting content in a more dynamic and engaging way through interactive multimedia features. However, the success of using Office Sway heavily depends on several factors, such as well-structured teacher training, supportive technological infrastructure, and continuous content updates. To maximize its effectiveness in learning, a holistic approach and continuous evaluation are necessary. This study provides important contributions by identifying the potential of Office Sway as a learning tool that can enhance student engagement and understanding of scientific concepts, while also highlighting the importance of teacher training, proper infrastructure, and ongoing evaluation
The Effect of Problem Based-Learning Based on Science Edutainment on Students’ Logical Thinking
Full text linkThe problem-based learning model based on science edutainment, presents a problem in each concept of game-based material. The main characteristic of the learning model used in this study is using games to help students understand problem-based material in an entertaining way. This study aimed to examine the effect of the problem based-learning based on science edutainment in scientific content on students’ logical thinking. The type of research used in this research is quantitative research. This study had conducted in class IV of 45 students at SD Negeri Buay Pemaca. Data collection techniques included interviews, observation, documentation, and tests. Based on statistical tests, the independent sample t-test showed a significant value of 0.000 > 0.05, meaning that the science edutainment problem based-learning model had influenced students\u27 logical thinking. The conclusion of this study is that the problem-based learning model based on science edutainment in science lessons has an effect on the logical thinking abilities of fourth grade elementary school students
Teacher’s Strategies to Internalize Religious Culture During Online Learning in Elementary School
Full text linkThis study aims to determine the implementation and strategies of educators in educating religious culture during learning at BISMA DUA elementary school at Kutisari Surabaya. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach with a type of field research. Data collection technique uses the Analysis Interactive Model from Milles and Huberman wich consist of data condensation, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The validity of the data using technique, source and time triangulation. The result of this study indicate that the strategies used by educators in inculcating religious culture online learning include; habituation strategies, internalization of religious values and special activities. While the method of cultivating religious culture used is knowing (knowledge), living (modelling) and religious ativities