QALAMUNA: Jurnal Pendidikan, Sosial, dan Agama

The Influence of Leadership, Work Culture, and Competencies on Commitment and Implications on Performance Private College Lecturer in Makassar City

2025-02-17T11:47:54+00:00

This study investigates the impact of leadership, work culture, and competency on lecturer commitment and their combined effect on lecturer performance at private universities in Makassar City. The objectives include 1) analyzing the influence of leadership, work culture, and competency on commitment; 2) examining their direct effects on lecturer performance; and 3) exploring how commitment mediates the relationship between these factors and lecturer performance. Using a sample of 100 lecturers from management programs at accredited institutions, the study applies SEM analysis to assess validity, reliability, and the structural relationship between variables. Results indicate that while leadership has an insignificant effect on commitment, work culture and competency significantly enhance lecturer commitment. Moreover, lecturer commitment significantly improves performance, explaining 62.8% of its variation. These findings highlight the importance of fostering effective work cultures and enhancing competencies to boost commitment and performance in higher education settings.

Development of a Competitive and Adaptive Hindu Education Model in the Global Era by Integrating Local Wisdom Values and Modern Education

2025-02-17T11:47:53+00:00

Education is pivotal in preparing the younger generation to face global challenges. In this context, developing a competitive and adaptive Hindu education model becomes crucial, as it addresses the need to preserve cultural heritage while equipping students with the necessary skills to thrive in a globalized world. This research aims to integrate the values of local Hindu wisdom with modern education to create a relevant and effective system for nurturing well-rounded individuals. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study combines qualitative data from interviews with educators and community leaders with quantitative data gathered from surveys of students and teachers. These data sources are analyzed using thematic analysis and statistical tools to identify key local wisdom values and evaluate their integration into education. The findings indicate that incorporating local wisdom values into education strengthens cultural identity, fosters positive character development, and enhances student academic achievement. Instruments include interview guides and survey questionnaires, validated through expert review and pilot testing. However, this study is limited to specific regions, and further research is needed to test the model's applicability in diverse settings. The educational model developed in this study emphasizes the balance between character development, skills, and knowledge, producing graduates who are academically competent and culturally grounded. By bridging tradition and modernity, Hindu education can preserve local wisdom while preparing the younger generation to face global challenges.

The Influence of Knowledge, Motivation, and Support and Facilities on the Interest of Teachers of SMP Negeri 8 Jayapura in Publishing Publications: A Quantitative Approach to Identifying Constraints and Solutions

2025-02-17T11:47:53+00:00

This study aims to identify the factors that affect the interest of SMP Negeri 8 Jayapura teachers in publishing scientific publications, analyze the obstacles faced, and offer solutions based on quantitative approaches. All population members were used as respondents in this saturated sample study, which involved 75 instructors at SMP Negeri 8 Jayapura. A 5-point Likert scale was used in the questionnaire used to collect the data. Evaluation of the measurement model, structural model, and hypothesis testing were all part of the data analysis process utilizing Smart PLS 4. The study identified three main variables that influenced teachers' scientific publications, namely knowledge of scientific writing techniques (X1), writing Motivation (X2), and access to facilities and support (X3). All three significantly affected scientific publications (Y), with the most significant contribution from knowledge (loading 0.922). Cronbach's Alpha scores of 0.783–0.827 and Composite Reliability > 0.827 indicated encouraging validity and reliability testing findings. Hypothesis testing showed that X1, X2, and X3 had a significant positive effect on Y, confirming the importance of increasing knowledge, Motivation, and support to improve teachers' scientific publications.

Research Trends on Parental Involvement in Inclusive Education and its Implications for Inclusive Education Programs: A Bibliometric Analysis

2025-02-20T11:48:00+00:00

This article examines research trends on parental involvement in inclusive education in reputable databases. The method used is bibliometric analysis with the Biblioshiny application and the central database analyzed from scopus.com. The keywords used were "parental involvement" and "inclusive education" in research from 1975 to 2024. After the extraction process with only article publications in scientific journals, 170 publication data were obtained. The results of bibliometric analysis show that in nearly 50 years, the number of studies tends to be small—most research centers in the United States, with the most productive institution being the University of Minnesota. At the same time, the most productive researcher is Gabriella Pusztai, who has three publications. The primary reference journal is Early Child and Development Care. When viewed from keywords, child, parent, and parental involvement are the most dominant keywords researchers use. This provides a comprehensive picture of the development of parental involvement research. Furthermore, research is expected to be more contextualized with the socio-cultural conditions where the research is conducted to add to the diversity of research related to parental involvement, especially in inclusive education.

The Concept of Islamic Inclusive Education in Early Childhood (Critical Analysis of STEAM Learning Model)

2025-03-03T11:48:51+00:00

This research aims to investigate the concept of inclusive based on Islamic education by examining the learning model of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) in PAUD critically and exploring how the development of religious aspects in the STEAM model can improve the holistic education of early childhood. The research method used by the authors is qualitative with library research, and the data collection used is documentation by searching for data from books, journals, and other sources related to the research problem and analysis techniques using content analysis. The research results generally emphasize that inclusive education in the STEAM context must integrate aspects of spirituality with science. Inclusive education based on multipotential and multidimensional is important in forming individuals who are tough and competitive in facing the challenges of the digital age. This aligns with the understanding that humans have multidimensionality, which needs to be developed comprehensively from an early age. Islamic inclusive education is by the Islamic view of human nature, where humans are created with various natures. In Islam, the term "insan kamil" emphasizes human perfection, both spiritually and materially. The aim of Islamic inclusive education is in line with Islamic education; it is to form individuals who are balanced between world life and the afterlife.

The Role of Future Work Self Towards Career Search Efficacy Among Undergraduate Students

2025-03-11T11:49:39+00:00

In adolescence and adulthood, individuals have the developmental task of finding the right career. Individuals can explore their career goals through their experiences, interests, talents, and skill development. This ability leads to career search efficacy. Bandung is a city with policies and access to information that is easy to reach by various parties. This makes the scope of a person to find a field of work wider. Based on these phenomena, researchers are interested in seeing the role of career search efficacy on future work self in undergraduate students in Bandung. Future work self is a promising concept for understanding how young people view and plan their careers in the contemporary workplace. The participants of this study were 101 students in Bandung city which were obtained through accidental sampling. This study utilized the Career Search Efficacy Scale and the Future Work Self measurement tool. The data analysis technique used was simple linear regression. The results showed that future work self does not significantly influence undergraduate students' career search efficacy in Bandung.

The Use of AI in Elementary School Learning: A Systematic Literature Review

2025-03-11T11:49:38+00:00

This study systematically reviews the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in elementary education, focusing on the role of AI in enhancing teaching effectiveness, personalized learning, and student engagement. The research synthesizes various studies from the past decade to identify key AI technologies, the challenges faced, and the requirements for successful adoption in primary schools. The findings reveal that AI technologies, such as biosensors, voice recognition systems, and AI-powered platforms, significantly contribute to creating adaptive learning environments and providing real-time feedback, thus supporting personalized and experiential learning. However, the study also highlights challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, teacher competence, and ethical concerns regarding data privacy and algorithmic bias. Addressing these challenges requires investment in infrastructure, ongoing teacher training, and clear ethical guidelines to ensure equitable access to AI-driven learning. The study concludes that while AI holds great potential to transform primary education, its successful implementation depends on overcoming these barriers and fostering a culture of innovation within schools. The results offer practical recommendations for educators, policymakers, and technology developers to optimize AI use in primary schools, ensuring that it becomes an inclusive tool for enhancing educational outcomes.

Strengthening Democracy through Campus: The Influence of Education on Student Political Participation

2025-03-11T11:49:38+00:00

This study investigates the impact of democratic education on student engagement in Indonesia’s 2024 General Elections. Using a quantitative survey design, data were collected from 250 students across five universities to examine their understanding of democratic concepts, perceptions of democratic education, and political participation. The findings indicate a moderate positive correlation (r = 0.412, p < 0.001) between democratic education and political engagement. While students exhibit strong foundational knowledge of democracy, their procedural understanding—such as knowledge of institutional mechanisms and electoral processes—remains limited. The study highlights the need for higher education institutions to adopt application-based approaches to democratic education, including electoral simulations, public debates, and advocacy training, to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills. By fostering informed and active political participation, such programs hold the potential to strengthen democratic resilience in Indonesia and other developing democracies. This research contributes to the global discourse on democratic education by providing empirical evidence from a developing country context. Future research should integrate qualitative methods and explore the role of social and institutional factors in shaping political engagement for a more comprehensive understanding of the dynamics between education and democracy.

Tandziful ‘Am: Islamic Boarding School Traditions in Caring for Harmony Interreligious People

2025-03-11T11:49:37+00:00

This article discusses the tradition of fanciful 'being carried out by the Darul Hikmah Islamic boarding school in maintaining harmony between Muslims and Christians in the city of Medan. This study uses a qualitative method with a field research type. The subjects of this study were teachers, students, and the Christian community living around the Darul Hikmah Islamic boarding school in Medan. The object of this study is the tradition of fanciful 'being carried out by the Darul Hikmah Islamic boarding school and the surrounding community to clean the environment around the Islamic boarding school and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood between religious communities. This study found that the tradition of fanciful 'being carried out by the Darul Hikmah Islamic boarding school has a major impact on the harmony of Muslims and Christians in the city of Medan, especially in the community around the Islamic boarding school, as evidenced by the absence of disputes between the Muslim community living in the Islamic boarding school and the Christian community living in the area around the Islamic boarding school, even good interaction is established between the two as evidenced by the attitude of the Christian community who are always willing to cooperate in various social activities, and the existence of Islamic boarding school policies in the use of loudspeakers that pay attention to the comfort of the Christian community. This research has implications for revealing Islamic boarding schools' role in promoting tolerance values and providing deeper insights into local practices contributing to social cohesion in multi-religious societies.

Spiritual Leadership and Mental Wellbeing: The Role of Kiai in Maintaining Santri Mental Health

2025-03-21T11:50:37+00:00

This study explores the managerial role of the Kiai in maintaining the mental health of santri at Pondok Pesantren Al-Qodiri 02, an institution known for integrating religious teachings with psychological support. Using a qualitative case study approach, data was collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis over six months. The findings reveal that the Kiai enhances santri's mental health by offering emotional connections and spiritual guidance and fostering a nurturing environment. The Kiai also serves as a role model, teaching values such as patience, perseverance, and devotion to Allah, which promote psychological resilience and character development. However, the study’s focus on a single pesantren limits its generalizability to other institutions with different leadership structures and cultural dynamics. Additionally, the reliance on qualitative data may not capture broader trends in mental health across pesantren. The study emphasizes the need for pesantren administrators to create a supportive ecosystem that strengthens Kiai's role in fostering mental well-being and equips santri with life skills for challenges beyond the pesantren setting.

IMTA-Based Arabic Language Learning Curriculum at LKBA At-Tasniim Yogyakarta

2025-03-21T11:50:37+00:00

This study aims to analyze the Arabic language learning curriculum at the Foreign Language Course Institute (LKBA) At-Tasniim Yogyakarta with the perspective of IMTA' (al-Iţār al-Marji'ī' li Ta'līm al-Lugah al-'Arabiyyah). This research is qualitative with a literature approach. The research data is in the form of an Arabic language learning curriculum applied at the research site with the source of curriculum document data at LKBA At-Tasniim Yogyakarta. The data collection technique uses documentation. Meanwhile, data analysis uses content analysis. The study's results stated that the Arabic language learning curriculum at LKBA At-Tasniim Yogyakarta showed conformity with the level of IMTA's competency standards. This is marked by the goal of student competence at levels 1 to 3 at LKBA At-Tasniim Yogyakarta, which intersects with level 2 of IMTA'. The Arabic language learning curriculum at LKBA At-Tasniim Yogyakarta is designed to pay attention to gradually developing students' language skills from level 1 to level 3. In this case, there is a significant influence and slice with the level 2 IMTA level.

Lecturers’ Perception of Intercultural Communicative Competence for English Language Teaching

2025-03-21T11:50:36+00:00

This study examines the integration of cultural competence in English Language Teaching (ELT). Despite its importance, lecturers’ understanding of culture remains limited, making it difficult to implement in teaching. This study analyzes lecturers’ knowledge of culture, intercultural competence (IC), and intercultural awareness (ICA) in ELT. A qualitative research method with a case study approach was employed. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with four English lecturers at IAIN Bone, selected purposively based on their teaching experience and involvement in culture-based instruction. Thematic analysis was used to identify patterns in their understanding and implementation of IC in the classroom. The findings indicate that most lecturers acknowledge the significance of culture and intercultural communicative competence (ICC) in ELT. However, their approaches vary, from merely transmitting cultural information to prioritizing dialects over broader cultural aspects. Some lecturers also adhere to the native speaker (NS) model, which contradicts the ideal integration of IC in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom. This study recommends training programs for lecturers on IC and ICA and curriculum development emphasizing cultural integration in ELT. Future research could explore more specific teaching approaches and their impact on students’ intercultural competence.

Quality Management of Islamic Boarding Schools in Improving The Quality Of Educators

2025-03-21T11:50:36+00:00

This study aims to examine how an Islamic boarding school implements the principles of quality management to improve the quality of educators, so that the quality of graduates of Islamic boarding schools has increased and also has high competitiveness from other educational institutions in general. Educators are the spearhead of success in the educational process. Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia have experienced a bad stigma regarding Islamic boarding school management, and this still occurs to date. Since Islamic boarding schools are poorly run, there has not been much change in the status quo in non-formal education, which is characterized as conventional, conservative, and outdated. Nevertheless, the public still strongly desires Islamic boarding schools, which are rumored to exist occasionally. Library research methods are used in this investigation. The research data source includes library resources, books, and chosen research articles pertinent to this study. According to the research findings, Kyai's responsibilities as a top leader are multifaceted; he must enhance his quality as a manager, teacher, and preacher. They can work professionally by their roles and duties and are quality in the truest sense. Providing decent salaries and ensuring teacher welfare can be a consideration for improving teacher quality to improve the quality of education; moreover, in implementing Islamic boarding schools, quality management is based on management principles, including Planning, Organizing, acting, and Controlling, which are based on quality. The implications of the results of this study for the leaders of Islamic boarding schools are that it is very important to implement quality principles, namely continuous improvement, quality standards (quality assurance), development of quality culture (development of culture), organizational changes that follow changes in vision and mission that are oriented towards quality (upside down organization) and maintaining good relationships with customers (keeping close to the customer). So that leaders can manage professionally to meet the needs of the professionalism of the Ustaz that Islamic boarding schools need.

Integration of Qur'an and Hadith Values as Pedagogical Innovation to Improve the Quality of Islamic Education

2025-03-26T07:58:58+00:00

This study aims to analyze the integration of Qur'anic and Hadith values into learning methodologies to enhance the quality of Islamic education. This research employs a qualitative approach with a literature study method, utilizing primary sources from the Qur'an and Hadith and secondary sources from books, journal articles, and other scholarly references on Islamic pedagogy. Data was collected through document analysis, identifying relevant texts discussing Islamic educational principles and their applications in contemporary learning frameworks. The data were analyzed using content analysis, focusing on extracting key educational themes from Qur'anic and Hadith texts and their alignment with modern pedagogical approaches. The findings reveal that Islamic educational principles, including tarbiyah (holistic education), ta’lim (knowledge transmission), and ta’dib (character formation), can be effectively implemented through various innovative teaching strategies. These include project-based learning, technology-assisted instruction, and participatory methods emphasizing dialogue, critical thinking, and experiential learning. Such approaches ensure that Islamic education remains rooted in traditional values while adapting to contemporary educational needs. The study further finds that integrating Qur'anic and Hadith-based innovations enhances students’ motivation, critical thinking skills, and ability to balance faith with scientific knowledge. These pedagogical transformations contribute to developing a dynamic and sustainable Islamic education system that is contextually relevant and future-oriented.

Challenges of Integrating Digital Innovation Strategies in Educational Technology to Enhance E-Government Implementation

2025-03-26T08:02:49+00:00

This study aims to identify the main challenges in integrating digital technology in education and e-government in Indonesia. The research method uses a literature approach to collect and analyze relevant literature on digital innovation in educational technology and e-government in Indonesia. Primary sources include scientific articles, theory books, government policy documents, and international journals to compare technology implementations in developing countries. This approach enriches the analysis with various theoretical perspectives and valid information on the challenges and solutions of digital implementation in the education and government sectors. The work identifies key challenges in integrating digital technologies for e-government and education, such as uneven infrastructure, low digital literacy, and resistance to change. The digital divide in 3T areas exacerbates inequality in access to education and public services. Potential solutions include infrastructure development, digital literacy training, master plan development, and public awareness campaigns. With collaboration between the government, the education sector, and the community, Indonesia can utilize digital technology to improve the quality of public services and socio-economic life.

Digital-Based Recitation Method to Improve Senior High School Shiva Learning Achievement

2025-03-26T08:03:32+00:00

This study aims to examine the implementation of the recitation method to improve PAI learning achievement. This qualitative research uses a case study approach, with primary data sources including principals, teachers, and students, as well as secondary data in the form of school documents conducted at Wajo Regency Senior High School. Data is collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, with analysis involving classification, data reduction, data presentation, and verification. The findings revealed that the design of digital-based reading methods includes selecting digital platforms, preparing interactive materials, assigning tasks based on themes, creating online discussion forums, and providing technical training for teachers and students. Its implementation utilizes technologies such as e-learning and multimedia, which have been proven to increase student motivation and learning achievement. The main challenges are limited access to technology and a lack of familiarity with digital tools, which can be overcome through intensive training, technological infrastructure improvement, and socialization of the effective use of digital tools.

Data-Based Education Service Quality Improvement Management in the Digital Era

2025-02-17T02:18:36+00:00

This research examines the role of strategic management, program evaluation, and educational planning in formulating a relevant educational vision in the digital era and improving the quality of educational services through data-driven decision-making. The method used is a bibliographic study by searching the literature through leading academic databases, using keywords such as strategic management, educational program evaluation, and data-driven decision making. The selected literature meets the criteria of scientific quality and up-to-dateness, primarily focusing on publications of the last five years. The relevant literature is then analyzed thematically to identify key concepts, underlying theories, and findings that can be adopted in Indonesia's education context. The study results show that Indonesia's education sector faces various strategic challenges, including education planning that has not fully considered technological dynamics and labor market demands. This research emphasizes the importance of implementing adaptive strategic management, participatory program evaluation, and data-driven planning to formulate a contextual educational vision in the digital era. These three approaches are crucial in improving the quality of inclusive, relevant, and sustainable education services in Indonesia. Further research can be conducted field studies to test the effectiveness of implementing data-based management in certain educational units.

The Significance of Turāth Discourse in Indonesian Islamic Education in the Contemporary Era

2023-08-08T16:51:55+00:00

This article describes the discourse of turāth in the Islamic world and its significance in Indonesian Islamic education in the contemporary era. The research method used in this article is qualitative content analysis by critically reviewing primary and secondary literature data. Conclusions of the results show that the discourse of turāth in the Islamic world has given rise to polarizations in Islamic thought movements, including issues of violence in the name of religion, due to differences in responses to turāth and modernity. In Indonesia, discussions of the discourse of turāth have given birth to a new strand of Islamic thought called “Islamic Post-Traditionalism”. In the context of Indonesian Islamic education in the contemporary era, the discourse of turāth has significance in mapping the direction towards a bright future for Indonesian Muslims and formulating Islamic education based on peace. This article proposes the discourse of Islamic Post-Traditionalism as a paradigmatic framework to achieve these goals, both at the micro (individual) and meso (institutional) levels, as well as the macro (social) level. In turn, the construction of a civil society based on the Islamic principle of rahmah li al-‘ālamīn is expected to be realized in Indonesia in the future.

Optimizing Competitive Advantages in Amtsilati Flagship Programs: A Strategic Approach to Enhance Islamic Boarding Schools' Competitiveness

2025-02-17T02:18:12+00:00

This study aims to analyze the efforts made by Ansoriyah Islamic Boarding School to increase competitiveness through competitive advantages in the Amtsilati flagship program. The research method used is qualitative with a descriptive analysis approach. Data collection techniques are carried out through participatory observation, structured interviews, and documentation studies. The data analysis in this study includes data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion. Testing the validity of the data is carried out with diligent observation, triangulation, and adequacy of reference materials. The results of this study indicate that Ansoriyah Islamic Boarding School seeks to achieve competitive advantage through the Amtsilati flagship program consisting of: 1) Amtsilati quality as a fast method of yellow books used by various Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia, in addition, Amtsilati teachers are direct graduates of Amtsilati central Islamic boarding schools; 2) Minimal costs incurred to be able to participate in the Amtsilati program; 3) Amtsilati completion time is not too long, and; 4) Amtsilati flexibility, one example of which is the increase in the level of the book which can be carried out at any time according to the ability of the students.

Implementation of Story-Based Tajwid Ahmad Learning Method in Islamic Boarding Schools

2025-02-17T02:19:09+00:00

This study examines the implementation of the story-based Tajwid Ahmad learning method at the Miftahul Jihad Tande Islamic Boarding School, East Banggae District, Majene Regency, West Sulawesi. This research uses a qualitative approach with philosophical, theological-normative, pedagogical, psychological, and sociological foundations. Data was obtained through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, with data analysis techniques that include data reduction, data presentation, verification, and conclusions drawn. The study results show that Tajwid learning with Ahmad's story approach can increase students' understanding, emotional involvement, and love for the Qur'an. The main obstacles in learning include limited facilities, teaching materials, and time allocation. However, the role of a patient and inspirational ustad is the key to building the motivation and confidence of students. The story-based method provides a more lively and contextual learning atmosphere. This research implies that a simple learning approach that touches on emotional and pedagogical aspects can be an effective solution in an Islamic boarding school environment with technological limitations. Ongoing support, both in terms of facilities and training of educators, is needed to strengthen the implementation of this method in the long term. This experience can be an alternative model in developing Tajwid learning that is more humanistic and applicative.

Reconstructing Ta’dib Philosophy: A Theoretical Framework for Modern Islamic Boarding School System

2025-03-19T12:44:02+00:00

This study explores the philosophy of Ta’dib as the foundational framework for the Islamic education system, emphasizing moral and character development alongside intellectual growth. This research employed a literature review method by analyzing classical and contemporary sources to explore key Islamic educational concepts' meanings, implications, and differences, including tarbiyah, ta’lim, and Ta’dib. Through a comprehensive examination of relevant books, journal articles, and scholarly works, the study identified Ta’dib as a holistic concept emphasizing moral and character development in Islamic education. The findings reveal that Ta’dib extends beyond formal education by cultivating individuals with noble morals, ethical conduct, and a deep understanding of Islamic values. Unlike tarbiyah and ta’lim, which focus on knowledge transfer and spiritual development, Ta’dib serves as a comprehensive moral compass for shaping character and guiding behavior. The study highlights the relevance of Ta’dib in addressing contemporary educational challenges, particularly in nurturing ethical leadership and fostering community cohesion. Quranic schools embody Ta’dib-based education and are exemplary models of integrating character formation with Islamic teachings. This research concludes that the philosophy of Ta’dib provides a sustainable and effective framework for Islamic education. It recommends that educational institutions adopt Ta’dib-centered curricula to address students' moral, spiritual, and intellectual needs, ensuring they become responsible individuals who embody Islamic principles daily.

Dynamics of Language Use in Socio-Academic Contexts and Their Implications for Language Teaching

2025-02-07T09:23:31+00:00

This study explores the patterns of language use in the socio-academic context at Gunadarma University and their implications for language teaching. Using a qualitative descriptive approach with a case study design, this research examines translanguaging and code-switching as linguistic strategies in academic settings. The subjects are lecturers and students, while the object is bilingual communication in oral and written discourse. Data were collected through participatory observation of classroom interactions and in-depth interviews with lecturers and students. The collected data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify key patterns and functions of language adaptation. Findings reveal that code-switching and translanguaging help clarify technical terms, overcome language barriers, and encourage student participation. Indonesian dominates internal communication and official documents, whereas English is preferred for academic and international contexts. Bilingual lecture notes and assignments enhance students' comprehension and bilingual proficiency. These findings emphasize the role of linguistic adaptation in fostering inclusivity in higher education. The study recommends bilingual language policies and lecturer training on code-switching techniques to improve teaching effectiveness. This research provides insights into pedagogical strategies that address students' linguistic needs in a dynamic academic environment.

Design of Physics Science for Early Childhood: Theoretical and Conceptual Framework of STEAM

2025-01-21T09:57:51+00:00

Good problem-solving will occur if children have good thinking skills and scientific knowledge. This scientific knowledge and thinking skills can be built through learning that integrates the concepts of literacy and STEAM. Physics is one form of science that can be used to develop the concepts of literacy and STEAM. This article aims to introduce activity designs that carry the concepts of literacy and STEAM, which can help early childhood students integrate science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics to achieve certain targets. A more detailed concept of content that carries the concepts of literacy and STEAM is developed as a recommendation to education implementers. This concept design is based on the scene setting for early childhood. This study applies the 'most appropriate framework synthesis' approach, supported by interviews, in-depth observations, and literature reviews, to strengthen the conceptual framework in this study. The results of this study are a conceptual framework that refers to STEAM education but is more focused on the subject of physics. With a clear and completely structured conceptual framework, it is hoped that learning activities with the STEAM approach can run optimally and help stimulate cognitive, language, psychomotor, and social-emotional understanding in early childhood through the five STEAM disciplines.

Technology Acceptance Model for Reconstructing Al-Islam and Kemuhammadiyah Learning at Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara

2025-03-20T13:16:46+00:00

This study aims to see the influence of Usability Perception, Ease of Use, Attitude, and Behavioral Intention on Technology-Based AIK Learning in Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara. Technology is currently an indicator of the development of science. Currently, Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara continues to try to develop technology-based learning media towards a world-class university. However, many students are still not maximized with running the technology prepared for teaching, especially in AIK courses. This study uses a quantitative approach, hypothesis testing, and the inner model obtained from data processing using SMART PLS. The conclusion are this study the t-statistic value for variable X1 (perceived usefulness) indicates that perceived convenience does not affect technology-based AIK learning, and the t-statistic value for variable X2 (Ease of Use) indicates that ease of use does not affect technology-based AIK learning. So, the t-statistic value for variable X3 (Attitude) indicates that attitude affects technology-based AIK learning. The t-statistic value for variable X4 (Behavioral Intention) indicates that Behavioral Intention affects technology-based AIK learning. The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) explains how users accept and adopt technology based on two main factors: perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use. In the context of AIK learning at Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara (UMSU), TAM plays a crucial role in shaping the effectiveness and efficiency of technology-based learning.

Inventory of Science Verses in Islamic Religious Education Learning

2025-03-19T12:44:32+00:00

Integrating Islamic religious teachings and modern science in the Islamic Religious Education (PAI) curriculum is an important challenge in holistic basic education. This study examines the process of inventorying Qur'anic verses integrated with scientific concepts in Islamic Education learning books at Manaaratul Iman Elementary School. Using a qualitative approach through document analysis and Seyyed Hossein Nasr's hermeneutic framework, this study found that identifying, selecting, and interpreting verses was not fully systematic and still lacked the application of thematic (maudhu’i) methods. The lack of teacher involvement and contextual information, such as asbabun nuzul, also weakens the integration between science and religion. The findings fill the void of practical studies integrating science and religion at the basic education level. This research analyzes the curriculum process by concretely integrating the Qur'an and science. Through periodic evaluations, the involvement of tafsir experts and scientists to apply the maudhu’i method systematically, and teacher training in thematic methods are also important recommendations so that the integration of religion and science does not stop at the concept level, but becomes a transformative Islamic curriculum model that is relevant to the times.

Development of Educational Games Based on Design Thinking to Improve Mathematical Thinking Skills

2025-04-25T14:17:41+00:00

The development of technology has a significant impact on the world of education. One of them is the use of games as a learning medium. This study aims to develop an educational game integrated with a live worksheet. The development research was conducted using a design thinking approach. The design thinking stages are carried out through five steps: empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test. The feasibility of educational games is reviewed based on expert assessments, the practicality of educational games is reviewed based on student response questionnaires, and the effectiveness of educational games is reviewed based on the results of field trials. A total of thirty students of SMP Muhammadiyah 5 Semarang became research respondents. The study results showed that educational games are feasible for mathematics learning, with an Aiken V value of 0.93. The practicality test results showed that students responded to 88.67%, with a very good category. The effectiveness test of using educational games with SPSS using the Wilcoxon Signed Test obtained a Sig. 2-tailed value of 0.000 <0.05. This shows that educational games can improve students' mathematical thinking skills in data presentation materials. This study suggests improvements in creating educational games that need to pay attention to interesting storylines and the placement of practice questions to increase students' motivation in learning mathematics.

Digital Transformation in Lesson Planning: Automating Semester Learning Plans to Improve Pedagogical Effectiveness

2025-04-25T14:22:11+00:00

Digital transformation in education has become crucial to improving effectiveness in academic processes. This study aims to develop the RTFAC application to enhance the efficiency of the Semester Learning Plan (Rencana Pembelajaran Semester) formulation. The research employs the research and development method with the Borg & Gall model. The subjects involved in this study include experts, PGMI and PAI lecturers, researchers, and the university's quality assurance institution. The study resulted in a product in the form of an RPS formulation application called RTFAC. Product testing results on aspects such as feature compatibility with RPS formulation needs, application functionality quality, user interface, application performance efficiency, curriculum alignment, and data reliability and security, as assessed by expert validators, are deemed highly feasible. Based on the effectiveness test using a one-sample t-test, it was found that the RTFAC application significantly improves the efficiency of RPS formulation. Therefore, the RTfac application at UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung is expected to reduce lecturers' workload in formulating semester learning plans (RPS), which may contribute to enhanced pedagogical effectiveness.

Lesson Study Through the Project-Based Learning Model to Improve Creative Thinking Ability

2025-01-26T00:07:33+00:00

Thinking creatively is crucial for students' academic and personal development. This study aims to analyze the impact of the Lesson Study-based Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model on the creative thinking skills of seventh-grade students in social studies at SMP Negeri 2 Cimahi. The research was motivated by students' low creative thinking ability, as indicated by their reliance on textbooks and lack of initiative in independent problem-solving. This study employed a quasi-experimental method with a non-equivalent control group design, involving two groups: an experimental group that received Lesson Study-based PjBL and a control group taught using the lecture method. Data were collected through pre-tests and post-tests, classroom observations, and documentation. The data analysis used quantitative statistical techniques to compare the improvement in students' creative thinking abilities. The results revealed a significant difference between the two groups, with the experimental group showing a higher increase in creative thinking skills, particularly in fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration. These findings suggest that the Lesson Study-based PJBL model is an effective instructional approach to foster student creativity. Future research should explore its long-term impact and potential application in other subjects and educational levels.

Strategic Contributions of Indonesian Women Scholars in Shaping Contemporary Islamic Education

2025-03-28T14:51:31+00:00

This study explores the influence of the thoughts of three prominent Indonesian women scholars, Prof. Dr. Zakiah Drajat, Prof. Dr. Tutty Alawiyah, and Prof. Dr. Huzaemah Tahido Yanggo, on the development of Islamic education in Indonesia. Specifically, it investigates how their intellectual contributions and leadership have shaped Islamic educational discourse and practices in response to contemporary societal challenges. Using a qualitative descriptive method and literature-based analysis, this research applies deductive reasoning and historical approaches, including heuristic, verification, interpretation, and historiography. Data were collected through observation, document analysis, and literature review. The results demonstrate that these scholars have played significant roles in advancing Islamic education by their respective fields of expertise, strengthening religious institutions, and promoting inclusive Islamic thought. Their contributions reflect strategic efforts to integrate Islamic values with modern educational needs, highlighting their impact as transformative religious leaders.

Student Sentiment and Academic Achievement in Indonesian Language Learning

2025-04-12T00:27:34+00:00

This study examines the relationship between students' perception of Indonesian courses and their impact on academic performance. Through a quasi-experimental design, this study combines quantitative surveys, social media sentiment analysis with big data-based NLP, and statistical regression of academic records from 1,200 students at 10 universities in Indonesia. The study results show that students' negative perception of Indonesian courses has a significant negative correlation with their academic achievement. Through regression and correlation analysis, it was found that students with higher levels of negative sentiment towards this course tended to have a lower Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA), with R² = 0.23 (p < 0.001) which suggests that the negative perception of the course can explain the variability of a GPA of 23%. These findings suggest that an unpleasant learning experience can significantly affect students' academic performance, especially when associated with teaching methods, curriculum relevance, and students' academic burden. The implications of this study confirm that curriculum reform and technology-based pedagogical innovation are not only needed to improve students' learning experience, but also play a role in optimizing academic outcomes.