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Enhancing Grade 4 Students’ Area and Volume Understanding and Mathematical Creative Thinking through Project-Based Learning: A Systematic Literature Review Amriah, Amriah; Supriadi, Supriadi; Sutarsih, Cicih
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025)
Publisher : Papanda Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v4i4.2454

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Grade 4 elementary school students often face difficulties in understanding mathematical concepts such as area and volume, which require connecting abstract reasoning with concrete representations. At the same time, creative thinking is increasingly recognized as an essential 21st-century skill that supports problem-solving and innovation. Project-Based Learning (PjBL) has been widely recommended to address these challenges; however, a systematic synthesis of its effectiveness in elementary mathematics, particularly on area and volume learning and creative thinking, remains limited. This study conducted a systematic literature review of empirical research published between 2018 and 2024. Following PRISMA 2020 procedures, five databases (Scopus, ERIC, Garuda, DOAJ, and SINTA) were searched. From 1,111 records initially identified, 743 were screened, 572 assessed for eligibility, and 50 experimental or quasi-experimental studies were included. Data were analyzed through meta-analysis and thematic coding to capture both quantitative effect sizes and qualitative insights. The results show that PjBL yields a substantial positive impact, with an overall effect size of d = 0.78 (95% CI: 0.65–0.91) for students’ understanding of area and volume, and d = 0.74 (95% CI: 0.60–0.88) for creative thinking skills. Projects lasting three to four weeks and integrating cultural contexts, such as Meru-Bali architecture, resulted in the highest mastery levels (85–100%). Improvements were also observed across the creativity dimensions of fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration (n-gain 0.47–0.86). Moderating factors include teacher scaffolding, STEM/STEAM integration, and student autonomy. Overall, PjBL demonstrates substantial potential for strengthening area and volume comprehension while fostering creative thinking in Grade 4 mathematics. The findings provide evidence-based design principles for implementing context-based PjBL and practical guidance for curriculum developers and teacher training programs.
The Role and Strategy of Spiritual Leadership of School Principals in Fostering the Character of Environmental Care for Elementary School Students Junitri, Junjun; Satori, Djam’an; Sutarsih, Cicih
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.3118

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This research aims to analyze the role and spiritual leadership strategy of school principals in fostering the character of caring for the environment of elementary school students. Based on the theory of Spiritual Leadership Fry (vision, hope/faith, altruistic love), this study uses a qualitative approach with a case study method at SDN Ekologi Kahuripan Padjajaran, Purwakarta. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with principals, teachers, and supervisors; participatory observation of learning activities and environmental programs; as well as documentation studies on school policies, programs, and archives. Data analysis is carried out through reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawn, with triangulation of sources, methods, and time to ensure validity. The results of the study show that the spiritual leadership of school principals plays a central role through three main functions: as a role model that displays examples of ecological behavior; as a decision maker who formulates ecological vision, waste sorting policies, cleanliness pickets, and the integration of environmental themes in the curriculum; as well as as a facilitator who provides environmentally friendly facilities such as waste banks, classroom gardens, compost areas, and recycling corners. The strategies used include the integration of environmental education in intracurricular, strengthening extracurricular and co-curricular activities based on experience, and developing a green school culture based on spiritual values. The findings show an improvement in students' ecological behaviors, including the habits of maintaining cleanliness, caring for plants, saving energy, and actively participating in environmental programs. This research confirms that spiritual leadership is an effective transformative approach to integrating spiritual values and environmental education in a sustainable manner in primary schools.