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International Journal of Educational Best Practices
Published by Universitas Riau
ISSN : -     EISSN : 25810847     DOI : http://dx.doi.org/10.31258/
Core Subject : Education, Social,
International Journal of Educational Best Practices (IJEBP) is a peer-reviewed academic journal of studies in educational issues, both theories and practices, published biannually by the School of Postgraduate Studies of Universitas Riau, Indonesia, every April and October. The journal prioritizes research reports on educational theories and practices. However, viewpoint and conceptual articles in the field of education will also be considered for publication. The scope includes theories and practices in the field of education: educational management, language education, science education, art education, civic education, history education, and other related fields. The Articles submitted should follow the Author Guidelines.
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PRINCIPAL’S LEADERSHIP IN IMPLEMENTING ONLINE LEARNING DURING THE PANDEMIC: A CASE STUDY AT SMP INDONESIAN CREATIVE SCHOOL (ICS) Alfikheir, Corry Monesty; Mustafa, M. Nur; Daud, Afrianto
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 6 No. 2 (2022)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.6.2.174-188

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This research's objective is to describe the principal's strategy for online learning and how the principal innovates to reach effectiveness in learning during the COVID-19 pandemic at SMP Indonesian Creative School (ICS) Pekanbaru. This qualitative research employs a case study design. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews, observation, and documentation techniques. The results showed that the principal of SMP ICS Pekanbaru carried out several strategies to improve effective learning during the pandemic. The strategies include setting the right curriculum, choosing online learning platforms, strengthening teacher capacity (capacity building), implementing routine monitoring, implementing learning evaluations, strengthening collaboration with parents, and strengthening student motivation. From the innovation aspect, the principal facilitates the existence of teaching stations and the Learning Management System (LMS) application in managing integrated, structured, and effective learning. Thus, we can conclude that the principal performed well in managing the school with all the limitations during the pandemic. 
PROFILING STUDENTS’ EXPERIENCES AND PERSPECTIVES ON USING VIDEO-TELECONFERENCING APPLICATIONS AS A LEARNING PLATFORM DURING PANDEMIC Maulana, Endrian; Daud, Afrianto; Masyhur
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 6 No. 2 (2022)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.6.2.189-211

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This study aims to capture students’ profiles in terms of using video-teleconferencing (VTC) applications  and to identify students’ perspectives on using the video-teleconference applications as a platform for English teaching and learning during pandemic in the English department in Universitas Riau. This mixed method study collected data from semi-structured interviews and an online questionnaire. The entire sophomores of English Study Program of Riau University (n=39 students) were taken as the samples of the research. An analysis model from Miles & Huberman (2007) was used as the method to analyze the collected data. The results show that majority (56.4 %) of the students used mobile phone for  learning device and 59% of them relied on their own internet data for learning. The students had both positive and negative perspectives on the VTC applications. Most students thought the VTC based learning was efficient for them. However, they  reported some problems such as, unsupportive learning environment, lack of equipment, and unreliable internet connections. These problems imply that the universities should provide more learning facilities for students to make the online learning more effective.
STUDENTS' PERCEPTIONS ON THE USE OF GOOGLE CLASSROOM ON LISTENING COMPREHENSION SUBJECT AT ENGLISH STUDY PROGRAM OF UNIVERSITAS RIAU Asyiqin, Nurul; Jismulatif; Dahnilsyah
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 6 No. 2 (2022)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.6.2.213-225

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The purpose of this study is to find out the students' perceptions on the use of Google Classroom on listening comprehension subjects during the course of the Covid19 pandemic. In this study, the method was quantitative research and the instrument used was a questionnaire designed by Chyntia (2018) and Shaharanee et al. (2016). There were 20 items in the questionnaire. Eighty-five students from the English Study Program at Universitas Riau participated in this study. The data were analyzed using frequency and mean. The findings indicate that the students positively perceive the use of Google Classroom on listening comprehension subjects. The results show that the Google Classroom used in listening comprehension subjects was efficient because the application became an alternative way to conduct learning activities from home. The students agree that Google Classroom is an efficient, comfortable, and economical application for listening comprehension subjects. 
PERSONALISED LEARNING WITH AI: IMPLICATIONS FOR IGNATIAN PEDAGOGY Baskara, FX. Risang
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.7.1.1-16

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Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform education by enabling personalized learning experiences, fostering collaboration and communication, and cultivating critical thinking and problem-solving skills. However, ethical issues such as privacy, bias, and the impact of technology on values and beliefs must be considered. This paper explores the implications of integrating AI into education from the perspective of Ignatian pedagogy, a Jesuit-inspired educational approach rooted in certain principles and values. Drawing on a comprehensive review of existing literature on AI in education and Ignatian pedagogy, this paper investigates how AI can support the goals of Ignatian pedagogy while addressing ethical concerns. The paper presents examples of AI use in educational settings, highlighting the potential benefits and ethical challenges. Notably, there is a gap in research on how AI aligns with the values and goals of different educational approaches, including Ignatian pedagogy. To address this gap, this paper examines the potential of AI to support Ignatian pedagogy and identifies critical ethical considerations that should be addressed. Our findings suggest that AI has the potential to support Ignatian pedagogy, but such integration requires thoughtful consideration of ethical issues. Further research is needed to evaluate the potential of AI to support Ignatian pedagogy and other educational approaches while addressing ethical concerns such as privacy, bias, and the impact of technology on values and beliefs. 
CULTURE AND GENDER REPRESENTATION IN VISUAL AND VERBAL TEXTS: AN ANALYSIS OF NATIONALLY ENDORSED INDONESIAN EFL TEXTBOOKS FOR UPPER SECONDARY STUDENTS Syarif, Lelyana; Mulyono, Herri
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.7.1.17-29

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This study aimed to analyze the representation of culture and gender in visual and verbal texts in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) textbooks used by upper secondary school students. A content analysis was conducted on three EFL textbooks for upper secondary school students, using Xiao's (2010) framework to guide the analysis of culture “small-c” representation, and Brugeilles and Cromer's (2009) study to  examine gender character according to their roles portrayed in the textbooks. The findings revealed that the highest number of visual illustrations was predominantly presented in the lifestyle aspect, followed by customs, values, holidays, hobbies, and food. It was also observed that gender representation was equally represented in the verbal text, but not proportionally in the visuals. The findings indicate that culture and gender awareness among students could be improved if textbooks provided a more balanced representation of various cultures encompassing source culture, target culture, and international target culture, and paid more attention to the equal treatment of genders.
THE CORRELATION BETWEEN THE SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING AND READING COMPREHENSION AT UNIVERSITAS RIAU Putri, Geblyna; Mahdum; Dahnilsyah
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.7.1.30-42

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This research aimed to find out the correlation between self-directed learning and reading comprehension of the fifth semester students of the English department of FKIP Universitas Riau. The researchers used a descriptive quantitative method as the data approach. The samples of this research were 74 students from the fifth-semester students of the English department of FKIP Universitas Riau. The research instruments are a questionnaire and a test. The questionnaire is for the data on self-directed learning while the test is for the data on reading comprehension. To analyze the data, the researchers employed SPSS Statistics 25. The data analysis showed that the mean score of the student's self-directed learning is 215.18, classified as moderate level, while the mean score of the student's reading comprehension is 56.35, categorized as moderate level. Moreover, the research finding showed the correlation coefficient of the two variables is 0.694, indicating a positive and moderate correlation. Also, the determinant coefficient is 0.48 which implies self-directed learning has a 48% influence on the students’ reading comprehension, leaving the other 52% to other factors. After finding that there is a moderate relationship between selfdirected learning and reading comprehension, it is suggested that students should apply self-directed learning activities well, for it can result in better reading comprehension. This is mainly  because self-directed learning gives them the freedom to choose their own reading materials and learning objectives. 
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF USING GRAMMARLY ON HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS' WRITING QUALITY Jelita, Khairum Nisa; Daud, Afrianto; Masyhur
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.7.1.43-55

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Grammarly has got a lot of attention among academics especially because it is a powerful tool that can be used by writers to improve their writing quality. They need it as a medium for correcting writing errors. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of using Grammarly on the students' writing quality of the eleventh-grade students at SMA Negeri 1 Ujung Batu. In particular, this study explores if there is any significant effect of Grammarly on students' writing quality in terms of grammatical accuracy, capitalization, spelling, and punctuation. This is quantitative research using the pre-experimental method. The subject consists of 30 students selected using a purposive sampling technique. The data were collected from a pre-test and a post-test of writing an explanation text written before and after being corrected using Grammarly. The hypothesis test was conducted using Wilcoxon Test. The result shows an alternative hypothesis which is the Asymp. Sig. is 0.00<0.05. So, Grammarly has a significant effect on students' writing quality in eleventh grade at SMA Negeri 1 Ujung Batu. This study implies that Grammarly can be useful as a learning media as self-editing for students to improve their writing ability.
DEVELOPMENT OF ONLINE-BASED TWO STAY TWO STRAY LEARNING METHODS TO IMPROVE STUDENT LEARNING ACHIEVEMENT AND MOTIVATION Sasmito, Agung Panji; Wahyuni, Febriana Santi; Zahro, Hani Zulfia
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.7.1.56-72

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Since the Covid-19 outbreak, the learning implementation has shifted from offline to online. This transition causes students to have difficulty participating in learning, especially actively participating in the online learning process. One of the causes of this is the low learning motivation of students, teachers lack innovation in online learning methods. The objective of this study is to develop an alternative online learning method during the Covid-19 outbreak in the form of the online-based Two Stay Two Stray method. This is a Research and Development using the ADDIE model. The results show that the validity of the lesson plan is at an average value of 3.54, while the validity of the learning model in the expert validation and pilot tests is at an average value of 3.46 and 3.14. The results of the research show that the empirically developed method has proven to be an effective and valid learning method that enhances student comprehension and motivation.
DEVELOPING SCIENTIFIC APPROACH-BASED E-MODULE ASSISTED BY KSOFT FLIPBOOK MAKER APPLICATION FOR THE TENTH-GRADE OF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Nurfajriyah; Suzanne, Nina; Munir, Sirajul
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.7.1.73-91

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The limitations of the teaching materials, the absence of sample questions, individual assignments, and evaluations of narrative text materials are the issues covered in this study. This research aims to describe the needs of teachers and students for an electronic module (e-module) based on the scientific approach, to develop a prototype for an e-module based on the scientific approach, and to describe the experts’ validation of the e-module. This study employed R&D using the 4D development model, which has four stages: define, design, develop, and disseminate. Three validators—two lecturers and one teacher—were used to evaluate the e-module. This research findings show as follows. Firstly, teachers and students need narrative text e-module teaching materials employing a scientific approach, secondly, the e-module narrative text prototype adheres to the scientific approach. Finally, the validation test on e-module narrative text for English learning is categorized as valid. These findings recommend that using the scientific approach-based e-module narrative text material that was developed with the help of the KSOFT flipbook maker is imperatively implemented in teaching a narrative text in the tenth grade of Senior High School.
THE USE OF WATCHING YOUTUBE VIDEOS FOR ACQUIRING STUDENTS’ LISTENING COMPREHENSION Fadillah, Arfa S. N.; Nasrullah; Rosalina, Elsa
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.7.1.92-104

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YouTube offers plenty of authentic material created by people worldwide which is frequently used as learning media. Numerous studies on YouTube have been carried out, some of which examined the effect of  YouTube on listening ability, and the use of YouTube as learning media. However, only a few studies talk about the use of YouTube on students’ listening comprehension particularly to monitor self-improvement for getting English listening proficiency. Therefore, anchored in Anderson’s (1995) theory and filling the void of previous studies, this research was conducted to describe the use of watching YouTube videos for acquiring students’ listening comprehension. This research applied a qualitative research approach using a structured questionnaire and semi-structured interview as the instruments to collect the data. The subjects of this research were 4 students of the English Language Education Study Program of Lambung Mangkurat University. Findings showed that the use of YouTube videos by the respondents means they use extensive listening to improve their listening comprehension. The participants portrayed using YouTube as a way of self-improvement.  The improvement they felt after watching YouTube videos was that they are able to easily find the main idea and general information while listening. It can be concluded that watching YouTube videos frequently is useful enough to improve students' listening comprehension.