Joy Gracia Pakpahan
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FORMATION OF PAIRS AND GROUP TO IMPROVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS OF GRADE VI STUDENTS OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 060878 Eva Betty Simanjuntak; Dea Yuanita Nasution; Hiskia Rahmadani; Joy Gracia Pakpahan; Rizka Amelia; Winda Nainggolan
Indonesian Journal of Elementary Education (IJETE) Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Vol. 1 No. 2 : Edisi Desember 2025
Publisher : PT. Jurnal Center Indonesia Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62567/ijete.v1i2.1578

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This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of group learning methods in improving the English skills of sixth-grade students at SD Negeri 060878. Using a qualitative approach involving direct interviews, questionnaires, and documentation, this study identified three main problems that hinder the success of group learning: gender differences affecting group formation, difficulty ensuring the active participation of each member, and relatively long time for group management. The results of the study indicate that these problems cause group learning to be less effective and have an impact on the decline in students' English skills. Therefore, strategies such as forming inclusive groups, clear division of tasks, the use of participatory observation instruments, the utilization of technology, and the implementation of the Problem-Based Learning approach are recommended to improve the effectiveness of group learning and students' English skills. This study provides an important contribution to developing English teaching methods at the elementary school level by considering social aspects and more effective classroom management.
INTEGRASI NILAI-NILAI KEARIFAN LOKAL SUMATERA UTARA DALAM PEMBELAJARAN BANGUN DATAR DI SEKOLAH DASAR Indah Jesica Hutapea; Joy Gracia Pakpahan; Chade Chatena Munte; Nadila Dirawan Tanjung; Clarisa Br Simarmata; Nurhudayah Manjani
Indonesian Journal of Elementary Education (IJETE) Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Vol. 1 No. 2 : Edisi Desember 2025
Publisher : PT. Jurnal Center Indonesia Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62567/ijete.v1i2.1656

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Pembelajaran bangun datar di sekolah dasar sering dianggap abstrak sehingga siswa mengalami kesulitan memahami konsep dasar geometri. Artikel ini bertujuan menjelaskan bagaimana integrasi kearifan lokal Sumatera Utara dalam perspektif etnomatematika dapat digunakan sebagai pendekatan kontekstual untuk meningkatkan pemahaman siswa terhadap bangun datar. Metode yang digunakan adalah kajian literatur melalui analisis berbagai jurnal, buku, dan sumber ilmiah terkait etnomatematika, budaya lokal, dan pembelajaran geometri. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahwa artefak budaya seperti Rumah Bolon, motif ulos, kain tenun Melayu, Bika Ambon, dan onde-onde mengandung representasi bangun datar, seperti persegi, persegi panjang, segitiga, trapesium, belah ketupat, dan lingkaran yang dapat dijadikan media konkret dalam pembelajaran. Integrasi budaya tersebut membantu siswa menghubungkan konsep abstrak dengan objek nyata, meningkatkan motivasi belajar, serta menumbuhkan apresiasi terhadap budaya daerah. Implikasinya, pembelajaran matematika berbasis etnomatematika dapat menjadi strategi efektif untuk menciptakan pembelajaran yang lebih bermakna dan relevan bagi siswa sekolah dasar.