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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 Influence of Parenting and Peers on Early Childhood Character
Journal of Primary Education Vol 9 No 4 (2020): September 2020
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v9i4.41766

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Character is very important to build from an early age because it affects how individuals perceive themselves and their environment in everyday life. This study aims to explore the influence of parenting and peers on early childhood character. It is a quantitative correlational research employing a survey approach. The samples of this study were 169 early childhoods of Raudhatul Athfal Ambawara who had obtained permission from their parents. The data of parenting variables were collected by using questionnaires, while the data of peers and character variables were obtained through observation. The data analysis technique used was multiple regression analysis with the help of SPSS 20.0 software. The results show that there is an influence of parenting on early childhood character with a t value of 11,744 and a sig. value of 0.00. This study also found that peers have an influence on early childhood character with a t-value of 9,090 and a sig. value of 0.00. Implementing a proper parenting to early childhood and fostering social attitudes to interact with their peers are necessary to build their character.
The Effectiveness of Scientific Approach Based Guided Discovery Learning Model to Improve Student Learning Outcomes
Journal of Primary Education Vol 9 No 4 (2020): September 2020
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v9i4.42150

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The purpose of this study was to improve student learning outcomes in mathematics about the circumference and area of flat shapes in class IV SDN Magersari with the Guided Discovery Learning model (GDL) based on Scientific Approach (SA). Type of this research is classroom action research or penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK) with 2 cycles action in this study. Data collection technique was used observation, test, and documentation. The research compared the SA-based GDL learning model to the learning outcomes of fourth grade mathematics with the number of students, namely 25. For indicators of achieving student success, 75% was classical. The results of cycle 1, there were 18 students who completed with a percentage of 72%, but in cycle 1 students still had difficulty doing the final test. Then the results of cycle 2, there were 21 students who completed with a percentage of 84% of the results of the evaluation of cycle 1 in the final test of cycle 2 students mastered the material more. There was an increase of 12% from cycle 1 to cycle 2, which means that the research succeeded in exceeding the classical completeness indicator. Based on the analysis, can be concluded the SA-based GDL model can improve the student learning outcomes in the mathematics subject at fourth grade student.
The Effectiveness of Ict Media to Improve Students’ Activities and Science Learning Achievement at Fourth Grade
Journal of Primary Education Vol 9 No 4 (2020): September 2020
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v9i4.42440

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This study aims to determine the effectiveness of ICT learning media The Heroes on students’ activities and learning achievement of fourth grade in SDN Tingkir Lor 02 Salatiga. The method was used Quasi Experimental Design with Control Group Pretest-Posttest type. Samples in this study were IVA and IVB class as a control class and an experiment class, respectively. Collecting data was used test to measure learning achievement and observation sheets for student activities during learning process. Data analysis was used independent t-test analysis, one-sample t-test, N-gain test, and simple linear regression using SPSS program. The observation sheets was analyzed using the checklist formula. Based on the analysis data shows the ICT media on the learning process is effective in the improving student activities and learning achievement. According to t-test analysis, experiment class has higher tvalue compare to the control class 0.41. Then, for the simple regression analysis has tvalue 0.848. The last, N-gain score of the experiment and control class was obtained 0.4 and 0.2, respectively, there are including low and medium criteria. Furthermore, due to the observation result, the observation sheet score on student’s activities was 20.4 with good criteria. The use of ICT media The Heroes has a significant effect on students’ activities as well as improving the learning achievement. The results of this study can be used to train students to find new knowledge, to improve their learning achievement, as well as to improve the quality of learning.
The Effects of a Problem-Based Learning Model Aided by Mind Mapping on Self-directed Learning in Elementary School Students
Journal of Primary Education Vol 11 No 1 (2022): March 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v11i1.53645

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Self-directed learning in schools has not shown positive results, especially in fifth grade students. Several surveys show that they still do not have an attitude toward self-directed learning. The problem-based learning model and mind mapping respectively has characteristics that can train this attitude. So, this study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the problem-based learning model with the aid of mind mapping in increasing self-directed learning in fifth-grade elementary school students. This research design used an experimental method with a pretest-posttest control group design by analyzing quantitative data on the effectiveness of the Problem-based learning model with the aid of mind mapping on the self-directed learning of elementary school students. The research sample was the fifth-grade students of Randegan Kulon I Primary Schools in Majalengka Regency as the experimental class and class V of Randegan Kulon II Primary School in Majalengka Regency as the control class. Data collection was obtained through a self-directed learning questionnaire sheet. The data obtained were analyzed using the classical completeness test, independent T-test, and N-gain test. The results showed that the Problem-based learning model assisted by mind mapping was effective in increasing the self-directed learning of students by showing: (a) the classical mastery score reached 93.75%, (b) the average score reached 81, (c) and the N-gain value reached 0 .50 in the medium category. Based on the analysis results, it was concluded that the problem-based learning model assisted by mind mapping was effective in increasing the self-directed learning of students.
Digital Based Science Learning Through a Scientific Approach in Elementary School
Journal of Primary Education Vol 11 No 1 (2022): March 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v11i1.54443

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The rapid development science and technology can the main key in efforts to develop students’ self-ability in the field science. The existence technological developments have a great influence on the world of education. One of them is self-ability can apply, namely the application digital literacy. This study aims to determine student activities and the effectiveness learning science with a scientific approach through digital literacy in elementary schools. This research is experimental research. The sample this study consisted of fifth grade students at SDN Bringin 01 and SDN Tambakaji 03 Ngaliyan districts, using purposive sampling technique. It is a sampling technique with certain considerations. Through it researchers in terms of the achievements and competencies students in each class. This research data using questionnaires, tests, observations, interviews. The results analysis teacher needs given digital literacy were further validated by media experts and used learning in the experimental class and control class. Student learning activities showed differences acquisition student activity scores through non-digital media with 76.4 good results, while student activities through digital literacy showed results 82.4 very good categories. The effectiveness science learning with a scientific approach through digital literacy can improve the learning outcomes experimental class with an N-Gain value 0.7366 medium criteria, while the control class with N-Gain value 0.5656 high criteria. The results study can conclude that learning science with a scientific approach through digital literacy can improve elementary school students learning outcomes. In the end, it is hoped that similar research can carried out with other materials.
Utilization of Household Waste Media in Project-Based Learning to Improve Students' Eco-literacy and Creativity
Journal of Primary Education Vol 11 No 1 (2022): March 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v11i1.54513

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This research is motivated by household waste that has not been managed properly so that a learning approach is needed that is built from real student activities. This study aims to analyze whether there is an improvement in students' eco-literacy and creativity. The research method used a quasi-experimental design. The experimental group was taught using the project-based learning model that used household waste in the form of used goods media and the control group was taught using the group investigation model that used household waste media. The instruments used multiple-choice test questions on eco-literacy and test questions on students' creativity on the theme of heat and its displacement. Data collection consists of the performance test. The data analysis technique used the research prerequisite tests. Meanwihle, hypothesis testing using the average difference test and the N-gain test. The average eco-literacy ability exceeds the minimum criteria, the proportion of classical completeness is more than 75%, and the average class with the utilization of household waste based on project-based learning is better than that of the class before this lesson. It can be concluded that there is an improvement in students' eco-literacy and creativity in teaching with household waste media in project-based learning.
Development of Pan Obibul (Papan Operasi Bilangan Bulat) Media to Improve Mathematic Higher Order Thinking Skills of Elementary Students in Problem Based Learning Model
Journal of Primary Education Vol 11 No 1 (2022): March 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v11i1.55081

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Mastery of mathematical concepts is still an obstacle for elementary school students. They still consider mathematics as an abstract concept, so it is necessary to provide learning media that can help students to master the concept well. Problem solving based media is believed to be able to help students to practice higher order thinking skills (HOTs). Therefore, Pan Obibul media was developed to train higher order thinking skills which at the same time had an impact on mastering mathematical concepts. This research aims to determine the validity, practicality, and effectiveness of the Pan Obibul learning media that is implemented with the Problem Based Learning model on students' HOTS abilities. The type of research is R & D, and the research data were obtained through interviews, teacher and student needs questionnaires, validator questionnaires, teacher, and student response questionnaires, as well as pretest and posttest. The research was conducted at a public school in Wedarijaksa district, Pati Regency with a total of five schools. The results showed that the feasibility assessment by lesson material validators obtained an average percentage of 94.55% which is included in the very suitable category. The responses of teachers and students to the Pan Obibul media product trial obtained an average percentage of 85.25% and 87.5% with a very suitable category. The the mathematics HOTS abilities improvement can be known by the paired sample test and N-Gain test.In paired sample t-test, it was obtained that an average Sig (2-tailed) score 0.000 and included in effective category. The results of the N-gain test obtained the value of 0.606 and included in the high category. From those results, it can be concluded that the development of Pan Obibul media to improve the HOTS skill of elementary school students through the PBL learning approach obtained Pan Obibul media, which is valid, practical, and effective in learning mathematics.
Learning Achievement and Satisfaction in Online versus Face-to-Face Mathematics Classes: Primary Education in Bangladesh Perspective
Journal of Primary Education Vol 11 No 1 (2022): March 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v11i1.55313

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Both online and offline classroom environments, there are inequalities between academic performance and sanctification. The purpose of the study was to examine the extent to which online learning influence students’ academic achievement as compared to face-to-face mode in the context of primary education in Bangladesh. This study followed an explanatory mixed-method design where quantitative data was obtained by quasi-experimental design and qualitative data by semi-structured interviews. 12 teachers and 40 students of Grade- IV from JAAGO Foundation Online school of Bangladesh were treated as samples of the study. The results of the two-tailed T-test illustrate traditional face-to-face classroom learning as the more effective and qualitative study demonstrated the satisfactory level of online mathematics learning as an average. Colorful learning materials, content visualization, animated shows about mathematics, video storytelling of practicing arithmetic in real life, and some shortcomings, such as communication gaps, lack of effective evaluation, feedback, topic knowledge, and plagiarism practice, were among the qualitative findings. This research illustrates which platforms assist students in improving their academic performance and increasing teachers’ satisfaction. However, students' satisfaction with online learning and how this satisfaction affects academic achievement could be the subject of future research.
The Effectiveness of Online Problem-Based Learning in Improving Critical Thinking Skills and Digital Literacy of Elementary School Students Herwinta Inggil Rejeki; Joko Sutarto; Budi Naini Mindyarto
Journal of Primary Education Vol 11 No 2 (2022): June 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v11i2.56039

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Online learning is a learning process that is far from the center of education and is independent. Critical thinking skills and digital literacy are considered as 21st century skills. This study aims to test and analyze the effectiveness of online problem-based learning in improving students' critical thinking skills and digital literacy skills. The design of this study was a quasi-experimental design in the form of a nonequivalent control group design. The subjects in this study were fifth grade students of Gugus Muhammad Syafei. The data from the expert validation were analyzed using a quantitative descriptive method. The thinking ability of the experimental class students at the pretest was 59.83 and increased at the posttest by obtaining an average score of 75.67. While the critical thinking skills of the control class on the pretest obtained an average of 52.96 and increased at the posttest of 64.07. The result of the value of Sig.(2-tailed) is 0.000. The digital literacy skills of experimental class students at the pretest of 40.53 got an increase in the posttest by reach an average score of 50.77. While the digital literacy skills of the control class in the pretest reached an average of 33.33 and increased at the posttest by 40.00. The result of the Sig. (2-tailed) is 0.001. Based on these results, it can be concluded that there is a significant effect in the application of the online problem-based learning model on improving students' digital literacy skills.
The Influence of Guided Inquiry Model Assisted by Animation Media on Science Subjects Towards Curiosity Attitude and Mastery of Science Concepts
Journal of Primary Education Vol 11 No 1 (2022): March 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/jpe.v11i1.56365

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This research is based on a fairly low curiosity attitude towards conventional science learning. The renewal of student-centered learning (Guided Inquiry Model) with the help of animation media is needed to increase curiosity and mastery of science concepts. This research aims to find out the influence of guided inquiry models assisted by animation media to increase curiosity and mastery of the science concept of fifth-grade students in SDN 02 Bae Kudus. The design of this study used a quasi-experimental design to measure causal relationships using a non-equivalent control group design. The results of this study found that the average control class was 81.28 compared to the experimental class with an average score of 84.73. Meanwhile, using the t-test with paired samples test obtained mastery of the concept of control class Science of 85.3 in the experimental class with an average score of 85.3. It can be concluded that the guided inquiry model based on animation media is effective to improve students' curiosity attitudes so that students learn so that mastery of science concepts in experimental classes is better compared to in control classes. Furthermore, the average curiosity attitude score in the experimental class was 84.07 greater than in the control class of 78.00. So, it can be concluded that the guided inquiry model based on animation media affects the curiosity attitude toward learning science. Based on the simple linear regression analysis that the significance value of the curiosity attitude variable of 0.000 is smaller than 0.05, so it can be concluded that there is a correlation between curiosity attitudes to mastery of student science concepts.