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Local phenomena-based science learning to enhance science process skills of preservice primary school teachers Marheni Rayung Puspaningrum; Devi Anggi Friani; Arina Wanawati
Primary: Jurnal Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar Vol. 15 No. 4 (2026): August
Publisher : Laboratorium Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33578/jpfkip.v15i4.977-993

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Science process skills (SPS) are essential competencies for preservice primary school teachers because they support scientific inquiry and inquiry-oriented science instruction. However, previous studies indicate limited empirical evidence regarding the use of authentic local environmental phenomena as a field-based inquiry context for developing SPS among prospective teachers. This study aimed to examine how science learning grounded in local phenomena supports SPS development among preservice primary school teachers. A quantitative quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest control group structure was employed with 67 participants: an experimental group (n = 34) and a control group (n = 33). The intervention was conducted over six weeks through inquiry activities based on local environmental phenomena in Magetan, East Java, Indonesia. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, normalized gain (N-gain), and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). The results showed that the experimental group achieved higher posttest SPS scores (M = 82.47) than the control group (M = 69.32), with greater improvement reflected in N-gain values (0.60 and 0.30, respectively). ANCOVA revealed a significant treatment effect after controlling for pretest differences, F(1,63) = 30.24, p < .001, partial η² = .321. The largest gains occurred in designing investigations, interpreting data, and predicting. These findings suggest that locally phenomena-based science learning was effective in supporting SPS development within the context of this study. The study contributes to the science education literature by providing empirical evidence on integrating authentic local environmental phenomena into field-based inquiry learning to strengthen SPS among preservice primary school teachers.
Transforming learning quality in elementary schools through the reflective action model in values-based instructional management Seprie; Sri Wahyudi; Marheni Rayung Puspaningrum
Primary: Jurnal Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar Vol. 15 No. 4 (2026): August
Publisher : Laboratorium Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33578/jpfkip.v15i4.937-952

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This study investigates the implementation of the Reflective Action model within values-based instructional management to improve learning quality and character development in elementary education. The research examined how reflective cycles can enhance instructional management, student participation, academic achievement, and students’ character formation. A Reflective Action Research (RAR) design was employed through two iterative cycles consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. The study involved one fifth-grade classroom and one teacher, with data collected through observation sheets, student assessments, field notes, and teacher reflective journals. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. The findings reveal consistent improvements across all variables from Cycle I to Cycle II. Instructional management became more structured and values-oriented, student participation increased significantly, and learning achievement improved, with mastery learning rising from 65% to 90%. In addition, character development indicators such as responsibility, discipline, cooperation, and respect also showed substantial improvement. The study concludes that reflective action integrated with values-based instructional management effectively enhances both academic and non-academic outcomes. The model contributes to educational practice by offering a systematic framework for continuous instructional improvement and holistic student development in elementary schools.