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Journal of Primary Education
ISSN : 22526404     EISSN : 25024515     DOI : -
Core Subject : Education,
Journal of Primary Education publishes research articles results and conceptual studies in field of elementary mathematics education, science, Indonesian languange and social studies for primary education level. Journal of Primary Education publishes research studies employing a variety of qualitative and/or quantitative methods and approaches in the field of primary education.
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The Effectiveness of Problem Based Learning (PBL) with Open-Ended Approach on Problem Solving Ability
Journal of Primary Education Vol 8 No 7 (2019): September 2019
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v10i1.34301

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This study has the purpose of analyzing the effectiveness of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model with the Open-Ended approach on students' problem-solving abilities. This type of study was an experimental research with a non-equivalent pre-test – post-test control group design. The population of the study was grade IV students of Elementary School in Cluster of Jenderal Sudirman, Kebonagung District, Demak Regency in 2018/2019. Samples were taken by using a random sampling technique. Problem-solving ability as a dependent variable. And the Open-Ended approach as an independent variable. The method was used as an essay test item. The data analysis techniques were using Validity, Reliability, Difficulty test, Normality test, Homogeneity test, t-test, and N-gain test. Problem-solving ability can be improved by applying the PBL model with the open-ended approach. This can be shown based on the results of N-gain test is the average value of an experimental group is higher than the control group (0.7029 > 0.5118). The average N-Gain problem-solving ability of students taught using the PBL model with Open-Ended approach is higher than average N-Gain problem-solving ability of students taught using the PBL model.
Problem Solving Ability in the Learning Model of Problem-Based Learning based on Ethnomathematics
Journal of Primary Education Vol 8 No 7 (2019): September 2019
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v10i1.34303

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This study has the purpose of analyzing the effectiveness of the Problem-Based Learning model based on ethnomathematics with Selotigo batik motifs in improving students' problem-solving abilities. This study was true experimental design research. The sampling technique was done using random cluster sampling. The sample in this study was Public Elementary School Sidorejo Lor 07 Salatiga as an experimental class and Public Elementary School Sidorejo Lor 03 Salatiga as a control class with a total of 74 students. The data collection was done through observation, documentation, and test method. The data analysis was done using One-Sample t-test, Proportion Test, and Independent Sample t-test. The results showed that the PBL model based on ethnomathematics was effective in improving students' problem-solving abilities. This result was indicated by the average score of students' problem-solving ability in the learning using PBL model based on ethnomathematics which was above the Minimum Completeness Criteria (KKM) with KKM of problem-solving abilities of 75, the proportion of students completeness of problem-solving abilities in PBL model based on ethnomathematics was above 75% of the classical completeness, the average problem-solving ability of students in the PBL learning model based on ethnomathematics is better than the average problem-solving ability of students in the PBL model. Based on the result, it can be concluded that problem-solving in a PBL model based on ethnomathematics is effective in improving the problem-solving ability of students.
Mathematical Problem Solving Ability Based on KOLB Learning Style in Creative Problem-Solving Learning Models
Journal of Primary Education Vol 8 No 8 (2019): October 2019
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v10i2.34309

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The purpose of this study was to determine the quality of learning of the CPS learning model on the ability to solve math problems in fifth-grade students and describe the patterns of students' mathematical problem-solving abilities in terms of learning styles. This research is a qualitative descriptive study with the subject of fifth-grade students at Public Elementary School 1 Kalibawang, Wonosobo consisting of 18 students. The instruments used in this study were test and interview instruments. Data analysis includes reduction, presentation of data, and conclusion. The results showed the quality of learning with the CPS learning model on the ability to solve mathematical problems in both categories. It is shown with the results of the validation of proper learning tools, good quality learning, and the average score of students completing. Students with convergent learning styles can solve problems until the stage of re-checking, but at the stage of planning problem-solving lacks detail. Students with divergent learning styles can solve problems up to the stage of checking back, and can solve them well. Students with an assimilation learning style can solve problem until the re-checking stage, but at the planning stage of problem-solving are not perfect. Students with accommodation learning style can solve problem until re-checking stage, but at the stage of carrying out problem solving are not complete.
The Integration of Character Education in Junior High School Mathematics Curriculum Based on the ATONG (Amati Tanya Olah Nalar dan Gagas) Approach
Journal of Primary Education Vol 8 No 8 (2019): October 2019
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v10i2.34310

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The implementation of character education in Indonesia show that students have not received proper and maximum character education services because the unavailabilities of integrated character mapped in a tiered and focused manner. This research conducts the integration of character values into the curriculum that is stated in the mathematics syllabus and learning devices for Junior High School grade VII, VIII, and IX that is based on ATONG (Amati Tanya Olah Nalar dan Gagas) in a tiered and focused manner. This research aims to design syllabus and learning devices based on the ATONG approach that integrated character education; produce a valid syllabus and learning devices; and test the effectiveness of the coordinate system learning based on the ATONG approach with Eliciting Activities model that integrated hard work character. This research refers to the Borg & Gall model (2003) which is modified into 5 steps. The learning devices test was conducted in sampling method in grade VIII SMP Kartika XII. The result of expert validation shows that the syllabus and learning devices are valid with a score of 3.60 which is considered as very good; the learning devices test results in an effective learning. This research is success to map characters in a focused and tiered manner on innovative mathematics learning. The mapping of specific cognitive and psychomotor abilities is indispensable because the mapping in the syllabus is still general.
Learning Implementation ICARE Social Simulation to Improve The Ability of Mathematical Connection
Journal of Primary Education Vol 8 No 8 (2019): October 2019
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v10i2.34312

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In the PISA study, Indonesian students are still meet in solving questions focused on mathematical connections which is shown by the ability of students to use Mathematics that they learn to solve problems in everyday life. The research objectives were knowing the quality of mathematical connection skills and measuring the increase in mathematical connection ability after the model of ICARE social simulation was implemented. The type of research used is mixed methods with research designs concurrent embedded. The results of research on ICARE model learning through quality social simulation, showed the ability of mathematical connections has reached classical completeness more than 75% and students' mathematical connection ability in ICARE model learning through social simulation is higher than that of students with expository learning. Mathematical connection ability of students in the experimental class increased by 0.538 in the medium category, while students in the control class increased by 0.375 in the medium category.
The Effectiveness of Generative Learning in terms of Learning Independence of Students Problem Solving Abilities in the Phytagorean Theorem Material
Journal of Primary Education Vol 8 No 8 (2019): October 2019
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v10i2.34321

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This study aims to describe the generative learning of quality in in creasing problem solving abilities, to test the effect of learning independence on problem solving abilities, and to define problem solving abilities in terms of learning independence. This research method is mixed methods with concurrent triangulation model. The population of this research were VIII grade students of SMP Negeri 35 Semarang in 2018/2019 academic year, and samples were taken by cluster random sampling. The technique collection of data used such as a questionnaire of learning independence, a test of problem solving skills, documentation, observation, and interviews. The data analysis technique used the average similarity test, the proportion test, the average similarity test (two-sample t test), and simple linear regression. The results of this study indicate that students have good problem solving skills because of the enthusiasm in mathematics, understanding concepts, and feeling mastered the material. The study also showed that the generative learning model was declared effective, by indicators namely the problem solving ability of students reaching KKM (Minimum Mastery Criteria), the generative model produced problem solving abilities and students learning independence better than PBL (Problem Bae Learning), and the problem solving abilities of students to the generative model that affected their learning independence.
Ethnomathematics Contained of Guided Inquiry for Elementary School Fourth Grade Student
Journal of Primary Education Vol 8 No 8 (2019): October 2019
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v10i2.34322

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The purpose of this study was to develop learning tool of Guided Inquiry learning model, in term of Ethnomathematics contained validity, effectiveness, and practicability of the learning model. The design of this study is Research and Development (R&D) from Thiagarajan with 4D, namely define, design, develop and dissemination, at the define step which is to find the problem of low mathematical values, at this design stage planning syllabus, lesson plans, learning devices are designed. At the development stage the author combine mathematics and Cirebon culture in a learning tools, and than final stage dissemination learning tools. Limited trial of learning device is conducted in SDN 1 Kalitengah, trial design is using Pretest-Posttest Control Group Design. SDN 2 Kalitengah is as experimental class and SDN 3 Kalitengah as control class. The technique of collecting data in this study is with test technique and non-test technique. Non-test technique in this study is using observation method, documentation, and questionnaire. The instrument of study is observation sheet, validity sheet of learning device of Guided Inquiry contained Ethnomathematics. The technique of analyzing data is using pre-requirement test (validity test, reliability test, different power, difficulty level, normality test, and homogeneity test), N-gain test, and independent sample t test. The result of study, learning device that is developed categorized valid to be used with score result on the average lesson plan (RPP) 3.35, Syllabus 3.46, teaching materials 3.43, student work sheet (LKS) 3.37 and study result test 3.49. The result of effectiveness of learning device shows progress of mean of study result before applying in number 61.97 and after applying in number of 89.72, N-gain score of experimental class in number of 0.73.
Effects of CTL with Simeli on Cognitive Learning Outcomes, and Inter-Intrapersonal Skills
Journal of Primary Education Vol 8 No 8 (2019): October 2019
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v10i2.34323

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This study aims to analyze the influence of the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) model with Simeli media on cognitive learning outcomes and inter-intrapersonal skills of Grade VI students on science subjects electrical energy materials. The research design used is quantitative quasi-experiment. The population of the research was Grade VI Elementary School students in Jumo District. Sampling technique by purposive sampling, obtained from students as many as 22 from Public Elementary School 1 Jombor, 25 from Public Elementary School Giyono, and 23 from Public Elementary School 1 Kertosari. Research data on cognitive learning outcomes and inter-intrapersonal skills were obtained from tests and observations. Data analysis using Anova test with the help of SPSS 25. The results obtained by an average of cognitive learning outcomes of experimental class I was 92.50, experimental class II was 92.72, and control class was 70.13. The average inter-intrapersonal skills of experimental class I was 82.41, experimental class II was 81.48, and control class was 73.13. These data indicate that the average cognitive learning outcomes and inter-intrapersonal skills of the experimental class are higher than that of the control class. Anova test on cognitive learning outcomes showed Fvalue = 116.210 with a significant value of 0.000 < 0.05, while the Anova test results on inter-intrapersonal skills showed Fvalue = 13.088 with a significant value of 0.000 < 0.05. The conclusion of the CTL model with simile media affects improving cognitive learning outcomes, and inter-intrapersonal skills of Grade VI students on science subjects electric energy material.
The Effectiveness of Project-based Learning Model to Develop Students’ Social Skills
Journal of Primary Education Vol 8 No 8 (2019): October 2019
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v10i2.34396

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The objective of this study is to describe the use of project-based learning model to enhance students’ social skills of the fourth graders at SDN 1 Sedonglor and SDN 1 Panongan of Dewi Sartika after participating in project-based learning. This study was a classroom action research using project-based learning and adapting Kemmis and McTaggart model. The subject of this study was the fourth graders SDN 1 Sedonglor and SDN 1 Panongan of Dewi Sartika with the total of 72 students. Students’ social skills were measured based on the improvement in the percentage of students’ social skills during learning process. The research instrument used in this study was observation sheet of social skills. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that project-based learning can enhance students’ social skills of the fourth graders SDN 1 Sedonglor and SDN 1 Panongan of Dewi Sartika in the animal life cycle lesson. Students’ social skills improved from 67.91 before the treatment to 82.15 after the treatment. The results show that PjBL is effective to enhance students’ social skills.
The Development of Module Containing Local Culture with Realistic Approach for Mathematical Literation of Elementary School Students
Journal of Primary Education Vol 8 No 8 (2019): October 2019
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v10i2.34397

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This study has purpose to develop the independent learning modules that support the improvement of mathematics literacy skills of the fifth grade students of elementary school. The module developed was adjusted to the 2013 curriculum and focused on ordinary, mixed, and decimal multiplication materials, containing with local culture using the realistic approach integrated in mathematical adventure stories. This was a research and development with the Thiagaranjan 4D model that was modified into the development stage in a limited test through the steps of define, design, and develop applied to the fifth grade students of SDN Kendal Serut 02, Pangkah, Tegal. The results at the development stage showed a form of additional supplement that is suitable with the characteristics of the needs of the elementary school students, which is loaded with local culture with relevant realistic approach. At the development stage, the module is produced in developing the mathematical literacy which is considered valid by material and media experts. In addition, trials on users showed positive responses from teachers and students in grade V which showed that the Mathematical Literacy Ability of students after learning with the module was better than previous condition (P = 0.000) with an increase in N-gain of 0.4 in the medium category.