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Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education
Published by Papanda Publisher
ISSN : -     EISSN : 2829775X     DOI : https://doi.org/10.56916/jirpe
Core Subject : Education,
Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education (JIRPE) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes original research and review articles primarily but limited to the area of elementary school education. It brings together academics and researchers from different countries who seek to promote a vigorous dialogue between scholars in various fields both central and related to scientific enquiry in education. JIRPE is published two times yearly and only accepts articles in English.
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Development of Artificial Intelligence–Assisted Whole Number Mathematics Teaching Materials Integrating Plug and Unplug Activities to Enhance Fifth-Grade Students’ Critical Thinking Skills Dewi, Yeni Kartika; Setyosari, Punaji; Rufiana, Intan Sari
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.2892

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This study aimed to develop Artificial Intelligence (AI)–assisted mathematics teaching materials integrating plug and unplug activities on the topic of whole numbers (0–100,000) for fifth-grade elementary school students. The research employed a research and development (R&D) approach using a systematic instructional design model. The developed product combined digital plug-based activities using a Scratch application with simple AI features and unplug-based activities through concrete learning media. Data were collected through expert validation sheets, teacher and student practicality questionnaires, and pre-test and post-test instruments to measure effectiveness and students’ critical thinking skills. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive quantitative techniques. The results indicated that the teaching materials achieved a very high level of validity (89.13%), practicality (95.25%), and effectiveness (95.4%). In addition, students’ critical thinking skills reached a very high category, with an average achievement of 97.9%. These findings suggest that AI-assisted mathematics teaching materials integrating plug and unplug activities are feasible, practical, and effective in supporting critical thinking development among elementary school students. The study contributes to the integration of Artificial Intelligence, computational thinking, and student-centered learning in elementary mathematics education.
Digital Literacy in Primary School: A Systematic Review of Let’s Read Implementation (2019-2025) Wibowo, Arman Surya; Widiarti, Nuni; Widiyatmoko, Arif
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.2904

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This study aims to map research trends, methodological tendencies, and scholarly contributions related to literacy learning through the Let’s Read application in primary schools during the period 2019–2025. This review is motivated by the growing demand for effective digital literacy media to address low reading interest and limited text comprehension among elementary students. Employing a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach guided by the PRISMA 2020 protocol, the study followed four stages: identification, screening, eligibility assessment, and thematic synthesis. Data were collected from multiple academic databases, including Google Scholar, Garuda, SINTA, DOAJ, ResearchGate, and ScienceDirect, resulting in 32 relevant articles that met the inclusion criteria. The findings reveal a clear shift in research trends from an initial focus on basic literacy skills toward the integration of multimodal features, motivational strategies, and affective dimensions in digital literacy learning. Methodologically, the reviewed studies were dominated by qualitative and experimental designs, with an increasing use of mixed-methods approaches in recent years. Substantively, the majority of studies reported positive effects of Let’s Read on students’ reading interest, comprehension, and engagement, supported by its interactive, visual, and narrative elements. This review fills the gap of a systematic synthesis focusing specifically on Let’s Read as a digital literacy tool in primary education and highlights the need for longitudinal studies, stronger family involvement, and cross-cultural investigations to optimize its implementation and impact.
Trends in Game-Based E-Module Development for Elementary Science and Social Studies Education: A Bibliometric Review (2020-2025) Nastiti, Niken; Widiarti, Nuni; Subali, Bambang
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.2905

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This study aimed This study aimed to analyze trends and directions in Game-Based Learning (GBL)-based e-module research in Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) teaching at the elementary school level from 2020 to 2025. The study employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) with a bibliographic approach guided by the PRISMA framework. Data were collected from scientific databases and analyzed using bibliometric visualization and content analysis techniques. Of 1,277 initially identified articles, 490 met the eligibility criteria, with 34 articles selected for in-depth bibliometric and content analysis. The findings indicate a steady growth in publications related to GBL-based e-modules, with the highest increase observed in 2024. Research focus has shifted from simple media digitization toward the design of interactive e-modules that promote motivation, collaboration, and 21st-century competencies. The reviewed studies highlight that integrating game elements in e-modules enhances students’ engagement, scientific understanding, and learning outcomes. Furthermore, emerging trends point to the integration of smart technologies such as artificial intelligence and augmented reality, as well as project-based learning models that emphasize contextual and student-centered experiences. These findings affirm that GBL-based e-modules hold strong potential as a strategic medium for supporting the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum, fostering adaptive, reflective, and sustainable learning environments in elementary schools.
Trends in Pop-Up Book Media Development for Elementary Science Education: A Systematic Review (2020-2025) Ferdianto, Ari; Widiarti, Nuni; Subali, Bambang
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.2906

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This study analyzes research trends in Pop-Up Book media development for elementary school science education from 2020 to 2025 using a Systematic Literature Review based on the PRISMA framework. A total of 138 articles met the eligibility criteria, and a subset of studies focusing on development-oriented research was examined to identify dominant patterns and approaches. The findings indicate that Pop-Up Book development commonly applies instructional design models such as ADDIE and Borg & Gall, frequently integrated with student-centered learning approaches including Project-Based Learning, Problem-Based Learning, and scientific literacy frameworks. Across the reviewed studies, Pop-Up Books are consistently reported to support student motivation, conceptual understanding, and active participation, with outcomes primarily measured through pre–post learning gains and qualitative classroom observations. Recent research also demonstrates a shift from manually designed Pop-Up Books toward digital and hybrid formats incorporating interactive and augmented elements. Overall, the review highlights the growing role of Pop-Up Books as adaptive and contextually meaningful learning media aligned with 21st-century elementary science education.
The Effectiveness of the Joyful Learning Approach Assisted by Instructional Media on Elementary School Students’ Mathematics Learning Outcomes: A Systematic Review (2019–2025) Cahyani, Putri Septa; Andrijati, Noening; Widiarti, Nuni; Widiyatmoko, Arif
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.2913

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This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the joyful learning approach combined with instructional media in improving Mathematics learning outcomes among fifth-grade elementary school students. The review was conducted using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method. Data sources were collected by searching documentation and reviewing all articles relevant to the keywords “joyful learning,” “instructional media,” “mathematics,” and “fifth grade.” The findings indicate that the implementation of joyful learning consistently provides a positive impact on the improvement of Mathematics learning outcomes among fifth-grade students. This approach is able to create an enjoyable, interactive, and meaningful learning atmosphere, thereby increasing students’ motivation, participation, and conceptual understanding. The use of instructional media—whether concrete, digital, or game-based—reinforces the effectiveness of joyful learning by providing varied learning experiences aligned with students’ developmental characteristics. Based on the findings, the majority of studies conclude that the combination of joyful learning and instructional media is effective for implementation in Mathematics learning to improve fifth-grade students’ learning outcomes. Thus, it can be concluded that the joyful learning approach supported by instructional media is an innovative strategy worthy of application in fifth-grade Mathematics instruction at the elementary school level
Integration of Social Emotional Learning and Problem-Based Learning in Elementary School Social Studies Education: A Systematic Literature Review (2020-2025) Agustin, Rita Ninda; Sholeh, Muh; Subali, Bambang; Widiarti, Nuni
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.2915

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The integration of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) has been increasingly promoted to support both academic achievement and character development in primary education. However, systematic evidence on the application of SEL-based PBL in elementary social studies learning remains limited. This study aims to review research trends and empirical findings on the implementation of SEL-based PBL in elementary schools from 2020 to 2025. This study employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Data were collected from Scopus, SINTA, ScienceDirect, and Publish or Perish (PoP) databases. From 103,090 identified records, 33 articles met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed using bibliometric and content analysis supported by VOSviewer.The findings indicate that SEL-based PBL consistently improves students’ social-emotional skills, emotional intelligence, character, collaboration, learning motivation, and academic outcomes. Bibliometric mapping shows a growing focus on 21st-century skills and emotional regulation since 2022. However, this review reveals research gaps, particularly the limited focus on social studies, the use of small samples and non-standardized SEL instruments, and the lack of studies on digital or hybrid SEL-based PBL models. Further rigorous and large-scale studies are therefore needed to strengthen the empirical foundation of this approach.
Schools Transforming Character Education through Teacher Leadership: Exploration Study of Mobilizing Teachers in Indonesia’s Freedom Curriculum Hadi, Najmul; Saptono, Bambang; Wibowo, Setiawan Edi
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.2951

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This exploratory qualitative study examines how teacher leadership mobilizes school communities to transform character education within Indonesia’s Freedom Curriculum (Kurikulum Merdeka). Conducted across five elementary schools in urban and rural settings of East Lombok, the study involved 10 Guru Penggerak teachers, alongside school leaders and parents as supporting informants. Data were collected over a six-month period (December 2024–April 2025) through semi-structured interviews, classroom and schoolwide observations, and document analysis, and were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. The findings identify three observable domains of transformation: (1) the integration of character values into daily instructional practices through project-based and reflective learning activities, (2) the strengthening of school culture via teacher-led routines, visual character symbols, and collective norms, and (3) the expansion of character education beyond school through structured home–school collaboration. Across the participating schools, teachers reported consistent improvements in student participation, discipline, respect for peers, and responsibility, corroborated by observational data and parent feedback. The study demonstrates that character education reform becomes more coherent and sustainable when teacher leadership functions as a mobilizing force that aligns classroom practice, school culture, and community involvement. These findings contribute empirical evidence to policy discussions on scaling teacher-led character education within national curriculum reform.
Teachers' Understanding and Implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesian Elementary Schools Rahmawati, Yuni; Herlina, Herlina; Lapasere, Sisriawan; Gagaramusu, Yusdin Bin M; Mas'adi, Mas'adi; Surahman, Surahman
Journal of Innovation and Research in Primary Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
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Teachers' comprehensive understanding of the Independent Curriculum constitutes a fundamental prerequisite for successful educational transformation in Indonesia. Despite nationwide policy implementation through Permendikbudristek No. 12 of 2024, limited empirical evidence exists regarding teachers' depth of curriculum comprehension at the elementary level. This qualitative descriptive study, grounded in postpositivist paradigm, examined four classroom teachers at SD BK Jonooge through semi-structured interviews, systematic classroom observations, and document analysis. Data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman's interactive model, encompassing data reduction, display, and conclusion drawing. Findings revealed that curriculum implementation remains suboptimal, with teachers demonstrating limited understanding of core components including learning outcomes (CP), learning goal flows (ATP), and project-based learning principles. Implementation challenges manifested in persistent traditional pedagogical approaches, symbolic integration of Pancasila Student Profile values, and predominant summative assessment practices. These deficits stemmed primarily from severely inadequate professional development—training conducted only once biennially—compounded by insufficient facilities and limited professional learning community participation. Paradoxically, student learning outcomes showed improvement despite incomplete implementation fidelity. The study elaborates teacher understanding as a multidimensional construct encompassing cognitive, pedagogical, and metacognitive dimensions, challenging deficit-oriented implementation narratives. Findings underscore urgent need for sustained, job-embedded professional development utilizing collaborative learning models, establishment of robust professional learning communities, and redesigned curriculum materials with explicit implementation guidance to optimize educational transformation.
Culturally-Embedded Gamification: Integrating Behoa Valley Local Wisdom to Enhance Elementary Science Learning Outcomes Kadoi, Marlene Juita; Rizal, Rizal; Wilade, Surahman; Pahriadi, Pahriadi; Lapasere, Sisriawan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.2968

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Elementary science education often remains teacher-centered and disconnected from students' cultural contexts, resulting in low learning outcomes. This study aimed to improve fifth-grade students' learning outcomes in Natural and Social Sciences through a gamification model based on the local wisdom of Behoa Valley at Rompo Elementary School. Employing classroom action research following Kemmis and McTaggart's spiral model, the study involved 12 fifth-grade students across two cycles during October-November 2025. Data were collected through achievement tests, structured observations, and documentation, then analyzed using quantitative and qualitative approaches. The intervention integrated game elements (points, challenges, rewards) via Wordwall platform with place-based learning resources, specifically the Behoa Valley's megalithic sites, to teach earth science concepts. Student learning outcomes improved progressively from pre-test (average: 54.28, completion: 41.67%) through Cycle I (average: 73.33, completion: 66.67%) to Cycle II (average: 80.41, completion: 83.33%). Student and teacher activities achieved "very good" criteria, with engagement scores reaching 94.64% and 90% respectively in Cycle II. The culturally-embedded gamification model significantly improved student learning outcomes by creating meaningful connections between scientific concepts and familiar cultural landscapes. This approach demonstrates that integrating local wisdom with interactive pedagogy enhances both cognitive achievement and cultural identity, offering valuable implications for culturally-responsive STEM education in heritage-rich contexts.
Implementing Strategic Management for Learning Quality: How Rural School Principals Navigate Resource Constraints Nurhalizah, Nurhalizah; Rizal, Rizal; Wilade, Surahman; Nashrullah, Nashrullah; Purbarani, Dyah Aini; Lapasere, Sisriawan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jirpe.v5i1.2984

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Primary education plays a critical role in shaping future human resources, making the quality of learning processes essential. This study examined the strategic management practices of the principal at SDN 2 Bora, a rural primary school in Indonesia, in achieving national learning process standards. The research addressed challenges commonly faced by rural schools, including limited facilities, varied teacher competencies, and fluctuating student motivation. A qualitative case study design was employed, involving 16 teachers, 150 students, 30 parents, and educational staff as participants. Data were collected through questionnaires, systematic observations, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. The Miles and Huberman interactive model was used for data analysis, supplemented by triangulation techniques to ensure trustworthiness. Findings revealed that the principal demonstrated effective strategic management across three key components. Strategic planning was conducted collaboratively and systematically (teacher rating: 95.0%, student: 87.6%, parent: 94.6%). Implementation was supported through active instructional leadership and supportive supervision (teacher: 92.5%, student: 88.5%, parent: 86.8%). Evaluation was performed regularly to guide continuous improvement (teacher: 90.9%, student: 89.3%, parent: 87.1%). Overall stakeholder satisfaction averaged 90.2%, categorized as "Very Good." The study concludes that strategic management significantly improved teacher performance, student engagement, and parental involvement, demonstrating that effective leadership can overcome resource constraints in achieving educational quality standards in rural primary schools.

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