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Integration of children's songs in Indonesian language learning at Muslim Santitham Foundation School, Thailand: An experience in teaching BIPA Kusmiatun, Ari; Adam, Nadda
COPE: Caraka Olah Pikir Edukatif Vol. 29 No. 1 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21831/cope.v29i1.89651

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Learning Indonesian for foreign speakers (BIPA) at the elementary school level requires a fun, communicative, and suitable approach for the child’s age and development. An effective medium in supporting this learning is children's songs. Songs can help children develop their ability to listen, pronounce, and understand language naturally. This study aims to describe the effectiveness, benefits, and challenges of integrating children's songs into BIPA learning at the Muslim Santitham Foundation School in Thailand. This research employed qualitative descriptive methods. Data collection techniques were conducted through observation, interviews, and documentation of student learning outcomes. The research subjects were 32 elementary school students (A1). The data analysis technique used the Miles and Huberman model, consisting of three main steps, namely data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions/verification. The results of the study show that the use of children's songs can increase students’ active participation, strengthen basic vocabulary mastery, and create a pleasant learning atmosphere. However, several challenges, such as limited audio-visual media and differences in students’ language ability levels, need special attention. Children’s songs have proven to be a potential medium in BIPA learning for children, especially in rebuilding the closeness of the Malay language and culture in the southern region of Thailand
Enhancing speaking skills of Indonesian language at Thomas Carr College: An experience of the Indonesian teaching assistantship program in Australia kholifah, siti; Ari Kusmiatun; Sugarti Febrinaldi, Sugarti Febrinaldi
COPE: Caraka Olah Pikir Edukatif Vol. 29 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21831/cope.v29i2.85304

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This study explores the effectiveness of personalized tutoring methods in enhancing speaking skills among students of Thomas Carr College, particularly in preparing for the VCE Indonesian language exam. The main goal of this research is to assess how tailored lesson plans and one-on-one tutoring contribute to improving fluency, confidence, and critical thinking in spoken Indonesian. Utilizing a descriptive qualitative method, the study employs observation, feedback, and interaction analysis to evaluate the students’ performance. The findings reveal that individualized tutoring significantly boosts students’ conversational abilities, making them more confident in their oral examinations. Additionally, the study highlights the value of incorporating culturally relevant materials and real-life scenarios into language instruction, which enhances students’ connection to the language and its practical applications. This research emphasizes the role of teaching assistants in bridging language gaps and providing an immersive learning experience.
The influence of physics laboratory standardization on the learning interest in physics Fauzi Syaiful Kamal, Muhammad; Oktamaypasha, Rias; Kusmiatun, Ari; Susi Astuti, Tri; Sihono, Sihono; waraz
COPE: Caraka Olah Pikir Edukatif Vol. 29 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21831/cope.v29i2.91994

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The physics laboratory plays an essential role in science learning as it supports experiments that enhance students’ conceptual understanding and learning interest. This study aimed to analyze the standardization level of the physics laboratory at SMA Negeri 1 Turi and its relationship with the learning interest of grade X and XI students. A descriptive method with a mixed-methods approach using an Explanatory Sequential design was employed through observation, questionnaires, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that laboratory infrastructure (90%) and facilities (87%) were categorized as very good, while personnel (33%) were lacking and management (62.7%) was only sufficient. Laboratory implementation in learning scored (67.5%) in the good category, but its use as an assessment tool was not optimal. Questionnaires and interviews indicated that practicum activities increased students’ enthusiasm, although limited personnel and weak management made them irregular. Thus, the physics laboratory at SMA Negeri 1 Turi is very good in infrastructure and facilities but requires improvement in personnel and management to effectively support students’ learning interest.Keywords: laboratory standardization; management; learning interest; physics