Ahmad Syukri Sitorus
Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

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Improving Children's Fine Motor Skills Through Playing Plasticine at Raudhatul Athfal Al-Fajar Nirwana Febriani Hasibuan; Ahmad Syukri Sitorus
Journal of Childhood Development Vol. 3 No. 2 (2023): Journal of Childhood Development
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Islam Anak Usia Dini, Institut Agama Islam Ma'arif (IAIMNU) Metro Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25217/jcd.v3i2.4927

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This research aims to improve performance so that children's fine motor development can develop well. This research was conducted at RA Al Fajar located at Jln Jermal XV No. 5 Denai, Medan Denai District. This is a classroom action research implemented by researchers in the classroom using self-reflection. This research was conducted in the 2023/2024 school year, specifically in the even semester, involving 20 children as research subjects, consisting of 10 boys and 10 girls. The results showed that the use of plasticine in improving children's fine motor skills resulted in consistent and significant improvements from pre-cycle to cycle II, both in individual scores and class averages. The total score increased from 137 in pre-cycle to 169 in cycle I, and finally reached 374 in cycle II. The research makes a significant contribution in the development of fine motor skills in early childhood.  The research offers innovation in learning methods by introducing fun and interactive activities, which helps teachers find alternative teaching approaches that suit children's developmental needs.
Teachers’ Personality Competence in Strengthening Character Education at Muhammadiyah Elementary Schools Maulidah Hasnah Anas; Rusydi Ananda; Ahmad Syukri Sitorus
Journal La Edusci Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Journal La Edusci
Publisher : Newinera Publisher

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This study analyzes teachers’ understanding, practices, supporting and inhibiting factors, and the influence of teachers’ personality competence on character education at SD Swasta Muhammadiyah 02 Medan and SDS Muhammadiyah 11 Medan, using a multi-site qualitative approach. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, and analyzed through data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that teachers’ understanding of personality competence is generally good, reflected in their discipline, responsibility, honesty, politeness, and noble character consistently applied in the learning process. Character values are integrated through exemplary speech and actions, including responsibility, discipline, empathy, and cooperation, reinforced by school culture and regular religious activities. Supporting factors include teacher training, regular religious gatherings, and peer support, while obstacles involve limited funding, heavy workloads, suboptimal teacher-parent communication, and diverse student backgrounds. Nevertheless, teachers demonstrate high dedication as role models. Overall, teachers’ personality competence has a significant influence on shaping students’ character, positioning teachers not only as educators but also as strategic agents in personality development at the primary education level.