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IJORER : International Journal of Recent Educational Research
ISSN : 2721852X     EISSN : 27217965     DOI : https://doi.org/10.46245/ijorer
Core Subject : Education,
IJORER is an international journal (double-blind peer review) that focuses on Recent Educational Research. The journal concerns in Recent Educational Research accepts articles in the field of Education: instruction, learning, teaching, curriculum development, learning environments, teacher education, educational technology, and educational developments. IJORER is an internationally recognized journal in the field of education and is published four times a year (in January, April, July & October). Studies may relate to any age level - from infants to adults. IJORER, being an international journal, our editorial advisory board members are from various countries around the world. All manuscripts sent to IJORER will be read and reviewed with a confidential identity (double-blind peer review) by at least 2 peer reviewers who are experts in their fields. Depending on the evaluation reports of the members of the Editorial Advisory Board and peer reviewer, articles are published or not. The authors are responsible for the errors, if any, in their published articles. The articles need to be not published elsewhere previously.
Arjuna Subject : Umum - Umum
Articles 475 Documents
The The Integration of Mathematics Reading Activities into Mathematics Instruction Selvi Amelia Rahmawati, Rr.; Sopandi, Wahyu; Turmudi, Turmudi; Surya, Yohanes; Rahmat Riyadi, Arie
IJORER : International Journal of Recent Educational Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46245/ijorer.v7i1.1109

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Mathematics reading, encompassing the comprehension of mathematical texts, symbols, and visual representations, is a critical yet underexplored dimension of numeracy literacy. Many students struggle to connect textual information with mathematical concepts, leading to reduced problem-solving performance, especially in word problems under the National Curriculum. This study aims to examine the effectiveness, types, and impacts of mathematics reading activities, as well as the instructional strategies and classroom conditions that support their integration. Employing a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) of 19 Scopus-indexed empirical studies (2019–2024) using the PRISMA framework, the analysis highlights that activities such as close reading, text-to-symbol transformation, questioning strategies, and digital tools significantly enhance contextual understanding, problem modeling, and complex problem-solving skills. Among the identified approaches, the Gasing Method emphasizing gradual transition from concrete to abstract understanding, mental arithmetic, and intensive reading of problem texts aligns strongly with the needs of numeracy literacy development. Integration is most successful when supported by scaffolding, metacognitive strategies, and a literacy-rich learning environment. These findings suggest that embedding structured mathematics reading activities, including those within the Gasing Method framework, can foster literate, confident, and capable problem-solvers in elementary education while supporting the National Curriculum’s emphasis on contextual and critical thinking
Hybrid Lesson Study: An Innovative Model for Enhancing Pre-Service Teachers' TPACK in Indonesia's PPG Program Darsih, Endang; Hanggara, Agie; Andhika Putra, Rizka; Palmer, Roger
IJORER : International Journal of Recent Educational Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46245/ijorer.v7i1.1119

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Objective: This study aims to investigate the implementation of Hybrid Lesson Study as a professional learning model to enhance pre-service teachers’ Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) within Indonesia’s Teacher Professional Education (PPG) program. Method: A qualitative case study design was employed to explore the complex, real-life implementation of HLS within the PPG’s Teaching Practicum (PPL). Ten pre-service teachers and two supervising lecturers from two Indonesian universities participated in this study. Data were collected through classroom observations, analysis of teaching artifacts (lesson plans, digital learning materials, and reflective reports), and semi-structured interviews. Data triangulation was used to ensure validity, while thematic analysis identified recurring patterns related to TPACK development, collaboration, and hybrid learning practices. This design enabled an in-depth understanding of how HLS supported professional learning in an authentic educational context. Results: The findings reveal that Hybrid Lesson Study, combining face-to-face meetings with online collaboration, provided a flexible and sustainable framework for lesson planning, peer observation, and reflective dialogue. Participants showed notable improvement in lesson design and technology integration, moving from basic tool use to interactive, context-based, and pedagogically sound digital practices. Reflection sessions via digital platforms further enhanced critical evaluation skills and effective technology use, supported by collaboration, feedback, and institutional infrastructure. Novelty: Despite challenges such as internet instability and time constraints, the study highlights the novelty of Hybrid Lesson Study in the PPG context, offering a practical and innovative model that fosters reflective, adaptive, and technologically competent teachers for 21st-century classrooms.
Application of Digital Visual Storytelling on Kanji Character Acquisition: Effect on Learning Outcomes Lensun, Sherly F; Bintang Pratiwi Harahap, Putri; Shirley Luntungan, Grace; Sambe, Nozomi
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Objective: This research aims to examine students' learning outcomes using the Digital Visual Storytelling on Kanji Character Acquisition model facilitated by Multimedia Presentations, and to assess the efficiency of this approach in enhancing students' proficiency in Japanese. This study's background indicates that numerous students struggle with learning Japanese due to pedagogical approaches that prioritize memory and are predominantly traditional in nature. This research employs a pre-experimental design utilizing an Intact-Group Comparison methodology. Data acquisition Observation and test administration (Pretest-Posttest). Statistical analysis: Descriptive and inferential statistics. This study demonstrates that the Digital Visual Storytelling on Kanji Character Acquisition learning approach utilizing Multimedia Presentations enhances Japanese language proficiency among students. The result is that the Digital Visual Storytelling on Kanji Character Acquisition paradigm utilizing Multimedia Presentations is demonstrably beneficial in enhancing students' Japanese language learning outcomes.
Beyond Culture Shock: Intercultural Learning and English Language Adaptation among Sudanese Students in Palembang, Indonesia Gumartifa, Asti; Marliasari , Sherly; Islami, Maharani Putri
IJORER : International Journal of Recent Educational Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46245/ijorer.v7i1.1149

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Objective of this study is to explore the culture shock experienced by Sudanese students studying at a university in Palembang, Indonesia, focusing on both students' psychological and sociocultural adaptation challenges and strategies when adapted to a new cultural environment. The method is qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through questionnaires and unstructured interviews to obtain a deeper exploration of students’ perspectives. As a result, the findings reveal that Sudanese students experienced the four stages of culture shock such as honeymoon, crisis, recovery, and adjustment. During the crisis stage, students reported difficulties related to language barriers, food, climate differences, and communication patterns with local students. Over time, in the recovery and adjustment stages, students gradually adapted by building social networks, improving language skills, and engaging in local cultural practices. Furthermore, this study offers novelty by integrating intercultural adaptation theories and exploring the under-researched experiences of African students in Indonesia by providing insights into how they enhance academic adaptability and sociocultural competence during classroom activities. The findings reveal that social adaptation strategies significantly improved students' English ability by encouraging actual language exposure, improving academic confidence, and promoting greater understanding and production of academic texts.
The Role of Digital Literacy and Indonesian Language Proficiency Among University Students in Using Social Media Dinihari, Yulian; Musringudin, Musringudin
IJORER : International Journal of Recent Educational Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46245/ijorer.v7i1.1185

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Objective: This study examines how digital literacy and Indonesian language proficiency shape university students’ patterns of social media use. Digital literacy is conceptualized not merely as technical ability, but as a reflective and ethical capacity to access, evaluate, and produce information responsibly. Indonesian language proficiency is similarly positioned as a key indicator of students’ logical reasoning, clarity of expression, and politeness in digital communication. Using a mixed-methods approach with 75 Communication Science students, this study collected quantitative data through Likert-scale questionnaires measuring digital literacy, language proficiency, and ethical awareness, while qualitative insights were obtained from open-ended responses describing students’ verification practices, communicative strategies, and perceptions of responsible online behavior. The results show that 84% of students routinely verify information sources before sharing, 78% maintain polite and audience-appropriate language when interacting online, and 92% express pride in using proper Indonesian in digital spaces. These findings indicate that higher digital literacy is associated with stronger discernment, self-regulation, and ethical awareness in social media use, while greater Indonesian language proficiency supports clarity, civility, and context-sensitive communication. The integration of these competencies fosters responsible and reflective participation in online environments. The novelty of this study lies in demonstrating how language proficiency complements digital literacy in fostering responsible digital behavior and strengthening students' communicative ethics. Importantly, these insights have practical implications for curriculum development and character education in higher education, by promoting an integrated approach that combines digital literacy and language ethics to prepare students for responsible digital citizenship.
Analysis of the Competency Model of Driving Teachers in Improving the Quality of Learning in Junior High Schools in Region 3T (Case in Simeulue Regency) Valentine Simangunsong, Sonya; Ismail, Ismail; Bahrun, Bahrun; Salfiadis, Salfiadis
IJORER : International Journal of Recent Educational Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46245/ijorer.v7i1.1188

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​Objective: This study aims to analyze the competency model of Driving Teachers in improving the quality of learning at the junior high school level in disadvantaged, frontier, and outermost (3T) areas, especially in Simeulue Regency, Aceh Province. This study focuses on the integration of pedagogical, professional, social, and personality competencies supported by learning leadership and their impact on teacher professionalism and student learning outcomes. Methods: This study used a qualitative approach with a case study design involving 15 participants, including driving teachers, principals, and students from three schools in Simeulue Regency. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and document analysis. Data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman’s interactive model through the processes of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing and verification. Results: The results of the study show that the Driving Teacher model can transform the role of teachers from curriculum implementers to reflective, collaborative, and innovative learning leaders. Teachers experience improvements in lesson planning, classroom management, and reflection on learning outcomes, supported by a professional learning community and participatory school leadership. In addition, students’ motivation and engagement increased significantly. Novelty: This study presents an integrative conceptual model of teacher competence that connects reflective pedagogy with learning leadership in the context of limited resources. The results of the study expand the theoretical discourse on educational transformation in the 3T region by placing reflection and collaboration as the main mechanism for improving sustainable learning.​
The Influence of Digital Marketing, Branding, Electronic Word of Mouth, and the Reputation of Islamic-Based Educational Institutions on the Decision to Join Islamic Schools Khadafie, Muammar; Oktapiani, Serli
IJORER : International Journal of Recent Educational Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46245/ijorer.v7i1.1209

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Objective: This study aims to analyze the influence of digital marketing, branding, electronic word-of-mouth (e-WOM), and reputation on the decision to enroll in Islamic schools. Methods: The research employs multiple linear regression analysis to test the proposed hypotheses. Results: The findings indicate that digital marketing has a positive but statistically insignificant effect (β ≈ 0.092, p = 0.269) on enrollment decisions. In contrast, branding (β ≈ 0.263, p < 0.001), e-WOM (β ≈ 0.297, p = 0.012), and reputation (β ≈ 0.412, p < 0.001) exert significant positive influences, with reputation as the most dominant factor. The overall regression model is statistically significant (F = 120.1, p < 0.001), with an R² of 0.624, explaining 62.4% of the variability in enrollment decisions. Islamic schools should prioritize strengthening branding, leveraging e-WOM, and maintaining robust reputations to boost enrollment rates, while optimizing digital marketing through integration with other strategies for greater impact. Novelty: This study offers actionable insights for Islamic educational institutions to enhance their competitive edge in the sector, particularly by identifying key drivers beyond digital marketing—such as branding, e-WOM, and reputation that significantly shape enrollment decisions.
The Effectiveness of the Aswaja Character-Based Project-Based Learning Model in Improving the Narrative Writing Ability of Students at Universitas Islam Makassar Erniati, Erniati
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Objective: This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of the Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model integrated with Aswaja character values in improving students’ narrative writing skills. Specifically, it sought to determine whether students taught using the PjBL-Aswaja model show significantly higher writing performance compared to conventional instruction. Method: A quantitative quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest control group was employed. The study involved 64 students from two classes of the Indonesian Language Education program, selected through purposive sampling. The experimental group received the PjBL-Aswaja intervention, while the control group received conventional instruction. Narrative writing ability was measured using a performance-based writing test before and after the intervention. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, paired sample t-tests, independent sample t-tests, ANCOVA, and effect size calculations (Cohen’s d and partial η²). Results: The findings indicate that both groups improved after instruction; however, the experimental group demonstrated a significantly greater increase in narrative writing performance (gain score = 11.90) compared to the control group (gain score = 5.06), with large effect sizes (Cohen’s d = 1.02; partial η² = 0.30, p < 0.001). ANCOVA results confirmed that the PjBL-Aswaja model significantly enhanced students’ posttest scores even after controlling for pretest performance. Novelty: This study highlights the integration of character values from Aswaja within a project-based learning approach as an effective method to foster both cognitive and moral development in higher education writing courses. The findings provide practical and theoretical implications for character-based instructional design in narrative writing pedagogy.
Integration of Mahabbah Jalaluddin Rumi Values and Humanistic Education in the Formation of Student Morals at SMK Al-Munawaroh Tasikmalaya Sumarna, Cecep; Gunawan, Heri; Hilmi, Fuad; Tehmamad, Abdulghani
IJORER : International Journal of Recent Educational Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46245/ijorer.v7i1.1211

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Objective: The phenomenon of moral decline and increasing intolerance among students shows the existence of a spiritual crisis in modern educational practices that tend to be cognitive and instrumental. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the value of mahabbah (divine love) in education at SMK Al-Munawaroh Tasikmalaya as a strategy for the formation of social and spiritual character of students. Method: The research uses a qualitative-descriptive approach with a case study method, through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and analysis of school policy documents. Results: The results of the study show that the value of mahabbah is implemented integratively through religious habituation, social activities, and learning based on religious moderation. This approach not only fosters empathy, tolerance, and social responsibility, but also strengthens students' spiritual awareness. These findings strengthen Carl Rogers' humanistic educational theory and extend it with Jalaluddin Rumi's sufistic dimension which places love as a force of self-and social transformation. The implementation of mahabbah has proven to be in line with national policies such as Strengthening Character Education (Perpres No. 87 Tahun 2017) and Religious Moderation (KMA No. 183 Tahun 2019). Novelty: This study concludes that mahabbah-based education can be an integrative model of humanistic Islamic education that is relevant to the context of Indonesia's pluralistic society. The implications of the study confirm the need to develop similar models in other educational units through a longitudinal approach to measure the long-term impact on the formation of students' character.
Integration of Computer-Based Learning Media and Problem-Based Learning Models to Develop Critical Thinking Abilities in Early Childhood Widyawati, Widyawati; Eka Saputra, Erwin
IJORER : International Journal of Recent Educational Research Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46245/ijorer.v7i1.1240

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Objective: This study aims to examine the effect of integrating computer-based learning media with the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model on the development of critical thinking skills in early childhood education. Specifically, the study focuses on how this integration enhances children’s abilities to analyze, interpret, infer, and evaluate information, as well as its impact on motivation, creativity, independence, and learning engagement. Research Method: This study employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design using a Pretest–Posttest Control Group Design. The sample consisted of 30 children in Group B at TK Pertiwi No. 3 Pattiro Bajo, Bone Regency, who were randomly assigned to an experimental group and a control group. The experimental group received instruction using computer-based learning media integrated with the PBL model, while the control group received conventional instruction. Data were collected through observation sheets measuring children’s critical thinking skills and were analyzed using normality tests, homogeneity tests, and independent samples t-tests. Research Findings: The results indicate that the experimental group showed a statistically significant improvement in critical thinking skills compared to the control group. The mean posttest score of the experimental group increased from 65.3 to 83.1, while the control group only increased from 64.9 to 71.5. The t-test results revealed a significant difference between the two groups (p < 0.05), confirming that the integration of computer-based learning media with the PBL model effectively enhances early childhood learners’ critical thinking abilities, including analysis, reasoning, and conclusion-drawing skills. Novelty: This study demonstrates that the integration of computer-based learning media with the PBL model is an innovative and effective pedagogical strategy for early childhood education. The novelty lies in applying a synergistic digital–problem-based approach at the early childhood level, which not only improves critical thinking skills but also strengthens motivation, creativity, independence, and sustained engagement. The findings contribute new insights into how technology-supported PBL can be used to foster higher-order thinking skills from an early age.