Umar Abdullah
Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang

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Penguatan Keterampilan Berpikir Kritis Melalui Pengembangan Bahan Ajar Interaktif PPKn Bermuatan Kearifan Lokal di Sekolah Dasar Citra Silviani; Umar Abdullah; Ary Purwantiningsih
EduInovasi:  Journal of Basic Educational Studies Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): EduInovasi:  Journal of Basic Educational Studies
Publisher : Intitut Agama Islam Nasional Laa Roiba Bogor

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47467/edu.v5i3.9901

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                This study aims to develop interactive teaching materials for Civic Education (PPKn) based on local wisdom as an effort to strengthen critical thinking skills of elementary school students. The background of this research stems from the need for innovation in Civic Education learning that not only emphasizes conceptual understanding, but also fosters the ability to analyze, evaluate, and make decisions grounded in cultural values. The research employed a Research and Development (R&D) approach using the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). The research subjects were fourth-grade students in an elementary school in Rambutan. The findings revealed that the developed interactive teaching materials obtained a very good level of feasibility based on the assessments of subject matter experts, media experts, and educational practitioners. The implementation of the product in a limited trial indicated a significant improvement in students’ critical thinking skills, as shown by test results and positive responses toward the materials. Therefore, the development of interactive Civic Education teaching materials enriched with local wisdom is proven effective in strengthening critical thinking skills and is highly relevant for use in elementary school learning.
COGNITIVE MAPPING IN THE WRITING CLASSROOM: RETHINKING HOW STUDENTS ORGANIZE AND EXPRESS IDEAS Fitrianti Putri; Umar Abdullah; Fitri Alya Okta Sukma
Didascein : Journal of English Education Vol 6 No 2 (2025): September
Publisher : Program Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris Universitas Tridinanti

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52333/djoee.v6i2.1475

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Many senior high school students struggle with initiating and organizing their ideas, applying grammar accurately, and maintaining cohesion in their writing. Mind mapping is a visual technique that enables students to brainstorm ideas, establish connections, and structure content in a non-linear format. This study investigated the effect of using mind mapping on the writing ability of tenth-grade students at SMA Negeri 14 Palembang. The study used a quantitative method comparing a group taught using mind mapping (the experimental group, 34 students) and a group taught in the usual way (the control group, with 34 students) before and after the treatment. The students’ writing ability was measured with a writing test before and after the treatment. Because the test results were not normally distributed, nonparametric statistical tests were used to analyze the data. The Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test revealed that the writing ability of the experimental group improved significantly after using mind mapping. Furthermore, the Mann-Whitney U test showed a significant difference in writing test scores between the experimental and control groups after treatment, with the experimental group scoring better. The findings of this research indicated that using mind mapping greatly helped to improve the tenth-grade students’ writing ability in recount text. This study suggests that teachers could use mind mapping as a way to enhance students’ writing skills.
The Role of Listening Strategy Use in Predicting Listening Proficiency among Tenth-Grade EFL Learners Intan Azzahra; Umar Abdullah; Fitri Alya Okta Sukma
Didascein : Journal of English Education Vol 7 No 1 (2026): March Issue
Publisher : Program Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris Universitas Tridinanti

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52333/djoee.v7i1.1476

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Listening is a fundamental skill in EFL learning, yet many students face difficulties and show limited awareness of effective listening strategies.  This study aimed to investigate the role of listening strategy use in predicting proficiency among tenth-grade EFL learners. This study employed a correlational quantitative design with 74 tenth-grade students using convenience sampling. Data were collected using a closed-ended questionnaire to measure metacognitive, cognitive, and socio-affective strategies and a standardized TOEFL Junior listening test to assess listening proficiency. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson product-moment correlation, and regression analysis. The findings revealed a statistically significant positive relationship between the use of listening strategies and listening proficiency. However, the predictive power was relatively low, indicating that listening strategies contributed modestly to students’ listening performance. Among the strategy types, socio-affective strategies were used most frequently, while cognitive and metacognitive strategies were used at moderate levels. These findings suggest that although listening strategies play an important role, listening proficiency is influenced by multiple factors. In addition, factors such as learners’ motivation, prior knowledge, and exposure to English may also contribute significantly to listening achievement. Therefore, it is recommended that teachers incorporate explicit instruction of cognitive and metacognitive strategies and provide greater exposure to authentic listening materials to enhance students’ listening development.