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This study aims to examine the implementation of the storytelling method as an effective strategy in character education in elementary schools. In the challenging era of globalization, students are not only required to be academically intelligent, but also to have strong characters and noble morals. The rapid flow of information and changes in social values ​​that occur require a learning approach that is able to build the moral foundation of students from an early age. The storytelling method is present as one solution because it is able to convey character values ​​in a fun, contextual, and touching way for children's emotions. This study uses a qualitative literature study approach, by reviewing various research results, scientific journals, articles, and books related to the application of the storytelling method in character learning. The results of the study show that stories can instill the values ​​of honesty, responsibility, empathy, tolerance, and cooperation more meaningfully. The active involvement of teachers as storytellers and learning facilitators has a major influence on building students' emotional involvement and creating a positive learning atmosphere. However, there are still challenges such as limited media, lack of teacher training, and limited time in class. Therefore, innovative strategies such as the use of audiovisual media, role-playing, and making stories with students are effective alternatives. In conclusion, the storytelling method is a potential approach to instilling character values ​​comprehensively and sustainably.

This study aims to describe the implementation of collaborative learning in enhancing empathy and cooperation in inclusive elementary school classrooms. Through a literature review, the researcher analyzed various sources related to collaborative strategies such as think-pair-share, jigsaw, and project-based learning. The findings indicate that collaborative learning effectively promotes positive interactions between regular students and students with special needs. It facilitates mutual understanding, respect for differences, and joint task completion. Strategies include heterogeneous group discussions, active teacher facilitation, and group reflections to strengthen empathy. Supporting factors include inclusive teacher attitudes and school support, while major obstacles involve time constraints, varying student abilities, and limited teacher training. In conclusion, collaborative learning shows strong potential in fostering inclusive, equitable, and humanistic classroom environments.

This study aims to improve students’ understanding of the concept of place value of whole numbers through the use of number board media in primary school mathematics learning. The background of this study stems from the fact that many students struggle to distinguish between digits and their place values due to the dominance of conventional, less contextual teaching approaches. This research used the Classroom Action Research (CAR) method conducted in two cycles involving second-grade elementary school students. The findings revealed a significant increase in conceptual understanding after the use of number board media. Students became more active, were able to correctly position digits, and comprehended the meaning of place value more concretely. The implication of this research shows that concrete media such as number boards are effective in strengthening students’ understanding of abstract mathematical concepts in a fun and meaningful way.

This study aims to (1) develop animated video learning media to improve student learning outcomes, (2) determine the feasibility of animated video learning media through teacher validation, and (3) determine the effectiveness of animated video learning media applied to class IV in Jambi City State Islamic Madrasah. The subjects in this study were 35 fourth grade students, as a test class. This reseach and development uses the Classroom Action Research Method developed by Kemmis and Mc Taggart (1992:11). The method is carried out from the first to the fourth step, namely: (1) planning, (2) action, (3) observation, and (4) reflection. The effectiveness test uses data collection techniques in the from of observation, interviews, tests, and documentation. The effectiveness of animated video media to increase motivation, attract attention, increase understanding, improve student learning outcomes, and learning objectives can be achieved as desired. Effectiveness can be seen from the scores of students’ completenss presentation results at the pre-cycle stage, the first cycle stage, then continued with the activity stages in the second cycle. The result of the study indicate that the animated video learning media is feasible to use for learning at the elementary school level. The results of the feasibility test of animated video learning media through teacher validation in operational field trials in the “Good” category. Tehere is a significant difference in the results of the presentation of students’ completeness scores between before and after using animated video learning media in the teaching and learning process.  

This Research Is Motivated By Students' Low Understanding Of Mathematical Concepts Which Is Caused By The Learning Process Not Optimizing The Use Of Media When Learning Takes Place In Understanding The Concepts Of Learning Material And Not Giving Students Opportunities To Participate In Learning. This Research Aims To Improve Students' Understanding Of Mathematical Concepts Multiplication Pocket Media Is Able To Provide Details In The Form Of Existing Images, So That Students Are Able To Remember Them Better. Understanding The Concept Of Multiplication Calculation Operations. First, Restate The Concepts That Have Been Studied With The Following Example Questions. 5 X 4 = 4 + 4 + 4 + 4 + 4= 20. Most Students' Work Process Is Not Appropriate Because Students Do Not Re-Express Their Spelling Concepts Directly In The Results. Second, Classifying Objects Based On Mathematical Concepts.