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The Effectiveness of Powtoon Animated Media in Improving Early Reading Skills Among Second-Grade Students Radia Rahma; Kadek Hariana; Muhammad Fasli; Yun Ratna Lagandesa; Surahman Wilade
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.v5i1.2751

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Early literacy acquisition remains challenging in Indonesian elementary schools where conventional teaching methods predominate. This study investigated the effectiveness of Powtoon-based animated image media in enhancing initial reading abilities among second-grade students. Employing classroom action research methodology, the study involved 25 students at SD Inpres Bumi Sagu across two intervention cycles during August 2025. Data were collected through pre-tests, post-tests, structured observations, and interviews. Quantitative analysis calculated individual absorption capacity, classical learning completeness, and classical absorption capacity, while qualitative data underwent thematic analysis. Findings demonstrated substantial improvements across intervention cycles. Classical completeness increased from 36% (pre-action) to 64% (Cycle I) and 84% (Cycle II), while mean reading scores advanced from 63.2 to 68.0 and finally 76.0. Teacher activity observations progressed from 75.75% to 85% (very good category), and student engagement increased from 70% to 81.25% (very good category). Qualitative observations revealed heightened motivation, sustained attention, and 92% student preference for animated instruction. Unexpectedly, students with stronger phonemic awareness foundations exhibited greater gains than those with severe literacy deficits. Results support cognitive theory of multimedia learning, demonstrating that animated media enhances literacy outcomes through dual-channel processing while improving engagement. The intervention proves effective as an enhancement tool requiring strategic integration with explicit phonics instruction for struggling readers.
Teachers' Intervention Strategies for Reading Difficulties Among Second-Grade Students: A Qualitative Case Study in Primary Education Nur Rahmi Rezki Ramadhani; Rizal Rizal; Muhammad Aqil; Surahman Wilade
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Reading difficulties among early-grade students constitute a critical concern in Indonesian primary education, yet empirical documentation of teachers' intervention practices in authentic classroom settings remains limited. This qualitative case study examined teachers' efforts in addressing reading difficulties among four second-grade students at SD Negeri Beka, employing observations, semi-structured interviews, and documentation analysis over two academic semesters. Data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman's framework, with triangulation ensuring trustworthiness. Three primary factors contributed to reading difficulties: phonological awareness deficits (letter recognition and decoding challenges), limited parental support and home literacy environments, and motivational challenges. Teachers implemented multiple interventions including picture word cards for multisensory instruction, daily supplementary reading sessions providing additional instructional time, and provision of developmentally appropriate materials with large print and illustrations. Longitudinal observations documented gradual improvements in students' decoding accuracy, reading fluency, and self-efficacy, though progress remained incomplete and varied across individual learners. While teachers demonstrated commitment and creativity, gaps existed between implemented practices and evidence-based intervention components, particularly regarding explicit systematic phonics instruction and progress monitoring. Findings underscore the need for professional development programs equipping Indonesian teachers with research-validated intervention strategies while building upon existing pedagogical strengths and contextual awareness.
Smart Apps Creator-Based Digital Media and Elementary Science Achievement: Evidence from Rural Schools Fresya Angnelvin Dengkidala; Nurrahma Nurrahma; Rizal Rizal; Sisriawan Lapasere; Surahman Wilade
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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The integration of digital technology in elementary science education remains limited in rural Indonesian schools, where conventional lecture-based instruction predominates and student learning outcomes are suboptimal. This study investigated the effect of Smart Apps Creator-based digital media on fifth-grade students' science learning outcomes at Sintuwulemba State Elementary School, Poso Regency. A quasi-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design was employed with 25 fifth-grade students. Participants completed a validated 20-item multiple-choice achievement test before and after a four-week intervention involving interactive digital media incorporating visual animations, simulations, instructional videos, and formative assessments. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and paired-samples t-test. The intervention produced a significant improvement in learning outcomes, with mean scores increasing from 61.56 (SD = 2.45) to 83.04 (SD = 1.70), representing a 34.9% gain (t = 28.63, df = 24, p < 0.001, Cohen's d = 10.21). The intervention proved equally effective across all initial achievement levels, demonstrating no correlation between pretest scores and improvement magnitude. Smart Apps Creator-based digital media significantly enhances elementary science learning outcomes through multimodal content delivery and interactive engagement. These findings support technology integration in rural schools as an equity-enhancing pedagogical strategy, though randomized controlled trials with extended follow-up periods are needed to establish long-term effectiveness and generalizability.
Problem-Based Learning with Environmental Integration: An Action Research Study on Fifth-Grade Indonesian Language Achievement Miftahul Hidayati; Rizal Rizal; Muhammad Aqil; Kadek Hariana; Muhammad Fasli; Surahman Wilade
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.v5i1.2789

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Student learning outcomes in Indonesian language subjects remain suboptimal in rural elementary schools, necessitating pedagogical innovations that leverage locally available resources. This study examined the effectiveness of implementing a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model assisted by environmental resources in improving Indonesian language learning outcomes among fifth-grade students. This classroom action research employed the Kemmis and McTaggart spiral model across two cycles at SDN 3 Sirenja, involving nine fifth-grade students. Data were collected through structured observation protocols documenting teacher and student activities, field notes, and criterion-referenced achievement tests. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics to determine individual absorption rates and classical learning mastery, while qualitative data underwent thematic analysis following Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña's framework. Classical learning completeness increased dramatically from 11.11% at baseline to 88.88% in Cycle II, exceeding the institutional standard of 80%. Classical absorption rates improved from 32.22% to 80%, while teacher activity increased from 80.64% to 87.17% and student activity rose from 71.42% to 87.90%, indicating transformed classroom dynamics. The findings demonstrate that environment-assisted PBL significantly enhances Indonesian language learning in rural contexts by transforming passive instruction into active, student-centered learning. This approach offers a sustainable pedagogical model for resource-constrained schools, leveraging local environmental resources rather than requiring expensive materials or technology infrastructure.
Development and Validation of Smart Apps: A Culturally Responsive Digital Learning Media Integrating Local Wisdom for Elementary Education Ni Nyoman Nevy; Arif Firmansyah; Surahman Wilade; Rizal Rizal; Sisriawan Lapasere
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Education in the twenty-first century increasingly requires innovation that integrates technology with cultural values to create meaningful learning experiences. This study aimed to develop and evaluate Smart Apps, an interactive digital learning media integrating IPAS content with Central Sulawesi's local wisdom, specifically the traditional Lalove musical instrument, for fifth-grade students. Employing Research and Development (R&D) design guided by the ADDIE model, the study involved 28 fifth-grade students at SDN Inpres 1 Lolu, one classroom teacher, and two expert validators. Data were collected through validation sheets, practicality questionnaires, observations, and interviews, analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. The developed media achieved exceptional validity, with material quality rated at 93.33% and media quality at 90.00%, both categorized as "very valid." Practicality assessments revealed strong endorsement from teachers (86.67%) and students (92.90%), confirming the media's user-friendliness and pedagogical effectiveness. The Lalove integration enhanced student engagement and cultural appreciation. An unexpected finding revealed gender-differentiated participation patterns in collaborative technology use, warranting future investigation. The findings validate that culturally responsive digital media can simultaneously achieve pedagogical rigor and learner appeal. This study contributes the TPACK+C framework, extending traditional TPACK to incorporate cultural knowledge as an essential dimension for technology integration in culturally diverse contexts, providing a replicable model for developing culturally grounded educational technology.
Principal Leadership and Educational Quality Management: A Case Study in Indonesian Elementary School Ni Nyoman Anis Kristina Yanti; Rizal Rizal; Pahriadi Pahriadi; Muhammad Aqil; Surahman Wilade; Sisriawan Lapasere
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.v5i1.2850

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Effective principal leadership is crucial for implementing educational quality management in elementary schools, yet empirical evidence from Indonesian contexts remains limited. This study examined how principal leadership practices contribute to successful quality management implementation at SDN 5 Tolai, Central Sulawesi. A qualitative descriptive case study was employed, involving nine participants comprising one principal and eight teachers. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, document analysis, and structured questionnaires using a five-point Likert scale. Qualitative data were analyzed using Miles et al.'s interactive model, while quantitative data employed percentage descriptive analysis. The principal demonstrated highly effective leadership with 97.5% overall effectiveness rating across transformational influence, participatory decision-making, strategic teacher empowerment, quality culture development, and continuous improvement mechanisms. Five interconnected themes emerged: transformational and inspirational motivation through personal example, participatory governance balancing consultation with administrative efficiency, competency-based delegation enhancing teacher confidence, institutionalized integrity values fostering transparency, and monthly reflection sessions supporting systematic evaluation. Observation confirmed 93.75% quality management implementation, though facility optimization gaps revealed resource constraints beyond leadership control. Effective principal leadership significantly contributes to sustainable educational quality management through synergistic integration of transformational leadership behaviors and Total Quality Management principles, demonstrating that relational trust and systematic processes outweigh material resources in driving quality improvement.
Innovative Leadership and Educational Quality Management: A Qualitative Study of Principal Practices in a Indonesian Primary School Ni Kadek Delin Ariani; Rizal Rizal; Pahriadi Pahriadi; Muhammad Aqil; Surahman Wilade; Sisriawan Lapasere
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Educational quality management in primary schools requires innovative leadership capable of navigating resource constraints while fostering continuous improvement. However, limited empirical evidence exists on how innovative leadership operationalizes quality management in rural Indonesian contexts. This study examined the innovative leadership strategies of the school principal in implementing educational quality management at SD Inpres Makapa A, Banggai Regency, Central Sulawesi. A qualitative descriptive design was employed, involving the principal and nine teachers as participants. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, document analysis, and Likert-scale questionnaires, then analyzed using an interactive model comprising data reduction, display, and conclusion drawing with triangulation to ensure trustworthiness. Findings revealed exceptionally high perception scores (95.6%) for innovative leadership across all indicators. The principal demonstrated transformational-innovative leadership through participatory decision-making, transparent communication, continuous professional development, technology integration, and moral-ethical guidance. Three interconnected mechanisms emerged: collaborative culture-building, adaptive practices, and psychological empowerment. Documentary evidence confirmed institutionalized quality management practices, though resource constraints moderated sustainability. Innovative leadership significantly enhances educational quality management effectiveness by leveraging social capital and intrinsic motivation rather than material resources alone. The study provides a replicable model for rural primary schools and emphasizes prioritizing leadership capacity-building alongside infrastructural investments for sustainable quality improvement.
The Effectiveness of the Word Square Learning Model on Reading Ability: A Quasi-Experimental Study of Fourth-Grade Students in Indonesian Language Instruction Ayu Amalia Shaltina; Herlina Herlina; Sisriawan Lapasere; Muhammad Aqil; Putriwanti Putriwanti; Surahman Surahman
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.v5i1.2858

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Reading ability constitutes a fundamental skill essential for academic success, yet many elementary students experience persistent difficulties in developing adequate reading competencies. The Word Square model, a game-based puzzle intervention, offers a promising approach to enhance reading instruction through active word recognition and contextual learning. This study investigated the effectiveness of the Word Square learning model on reading ability among fourth-grade elementary students in Indonesian language instruction. A quasi-experimental design with nonequivalent control groups was employed, involving 44 students divided into experimental (n=22) and control (n=22) groups. The experimental group received Word Square instruction while the control group participated in conventional teaching. Reading ability was assessed through pretest and posttest measurements. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Shapiro-Wilk normality test, Levene's homogeneity test, independent samples t-test, and normalized gain (N-gain) analysis. The experimental group achieved significantly higher posttest scores (M=89.64) compared to the control group (M=70.86), with t=13.636, p<0.001. The N-gain coefficient of 0.7325 indicated high effectiveness, demonstrating substantial improvement relative to students' growth potential. The Word Square learning model significantly enhances reading ability among fourth-grade students, providing robust empirical support for game-based, student-centered pedagogical approaches in elementary literacy instruction. These findings offer practical implications for educators seeking evidence-based strategies to improve reading outcomes.
Collaborative Leadership Practices and Their Impact on Educational Quality Management Febi Yulianti; Rizal Rizal; Pahriadi Pahriadi; Muhammad Aqil; Surahman Wilade; Sisriawan Lapasere
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Collaborative leadership has emerged as a critical approach for enhancing educational quality management, yet its implementation in resource-constrained rural schools remains underexplored. This qualitative descriptive study examined collaborative principal leadership and its role in implementing educational quality management at SD Inpres 3 Tolai, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with the principal and nine teachers, document analysis, and structured questionnaires, then analyzed using thematic analysis and descriptive statistics. Findings revealed that collaborative leadership achieved 90.2% effectiveness, characterized by participatory decision-making, professional empowerment, trust-building, and institutionalization of Professional Learning Communities. Six major themes emerged: participatory decision-making, empowerment and professional development, trust-building and democratic climate, Professional Learning Communities, adaptive leadership in the digital era, and implementation challenges including time constraints and resource limitations. Teachers unanimously perceived the principal's leadership as highly collaborative, with 59.4% strongly agreeing and 40.6% agreeing across all measured dimensions. The study demonstrates that collaborative leadership can function effectively in resource-constrained contexts by leveraging relational capital—trust, communication, and shared commitment—to compensate for material limitations. Findings support Collaborative Leadership Theory and Total Quality Management principles, illustrating how distributed decision-making fosters continuous improvement and democratic organizational culture. The research contributes evidence-based insights for strengthening educational leadership capacity in rural Indonesian elementary schools.
Improving Sixth-Grade Students' Speaking Competence through the Storytelling Method in Indonesian Language Learning Musdalifah Ibrahim; Muhammad Aqil; Surahman Wilade; Yun Ratna Lagandesa; Muhammad Fasli
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.v5i1.2903

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This classroom action research investigated the effectiveness of the storytelling method in enhancing sixth-grade students' speaking skills in Bahasa Indonesia instruction at SDN 2 Inpres Matanga, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. The study addressed persistent challenges of limited oral expression, speaking anxiety, and teacher-centered instruction that restrict students' communicative competence development. Employing Kemmis and McTaggart's action research model, the intervention was implemented across two cycles with 20 students (8 boys, 12 girls) during September 2025. Data were collected through structured observations, speaking performance assessments, questionnaires, and documentation, analyzed using descriptive statistics and qualitative methods. Results demonstrated substantial improvements across all speaking dimensions: pronunciation increased from 60.71% to 85.71%, language use from 67.86% to 96.43%, intonation from 57.14% to 85.71%, and creativity with confidence from 62.50% to 92.86%. Overall performance advanced from 62.05% (Fair) to 90.18% (Excellent), with universal mastery achievement (100% of students) and active participation rising from 63% to 92.85%. Teacher performance improved from 90% to 100%. These findings validate storytelling as an effective pedagogical strategy grounded in constructivist, sociocultural, and communicative language teaching frameworks. The method successfully transformed passive learners into confident speakers by providing authentic communicative contexts, reducing speaking anxiety, and fostering collaborative classroom culture. This study contributes empirical evidence supporting narrative-based instruction in elementary language education and offers practical strategies for developing students' oral communication competence.
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