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This study aims to determine the effect of the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) learning model on students' ability to review fictional works in class VIII of SMP Negeri 1 Gunungsitoli. This study uses a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental method, with a non-equivalent control group design. The population in this study were all students of class VIII of SMP Negeri 1 Gunungsitoli, while the research sample consisted of two classes, namely class VIII-C as the experimental class and class VIII-F as the control class, each totaling 31 students. The research instrument used was a pretest and post-test in the form of essays. The results of the validity test showed that all test items were valid with a calculated r value > r table (example: question number 3 r count = 0.905 > r table = 0.367). The reliability test showed a value of α = 0.78 which means the instrument is reliable. The difficulty level ranged from 69.60% to 77.33% (moderate to easy category), and the discriminating power ranged from 0.20–0.32 (sufficient to moderate category). The average pretest score for the experimental class was 63.58, and the posttest score increased to 80.61. Meanwhile, in the control class, the average pretest score was 62.38, and the posttest score increased to 71.35. Based on the results of the independent t-test, t = 3.82 and t = 2.00 were obtained at a significance level of 5%. 

Penelitian ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan kemampuan berpikir kreatif matematis siswa kelas VII SMP Al Farabi pada materi geometri. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif dengan melibatkan seluruh siswa kelas VII sebanyak 71 orang. Data diperoleh melalui tes tertulis berupa empat soal terbuka berbasis geometri yang dirancang untuk menggali empat indikator berpikir kreatif, yaitu kelancaran (fluency), keluwesan (flexibility), keaslian (originality), dan elaborasi. Hasil analisis menunjukkan kemampuan berpikir kreatif siswa tergolong “baik” pada setiap indikator, dengan skor tertinggi pada keluwesan (75,35%) dan terendah pada keaslian (61,27%). Temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa meskipun siswa telah memiliki kemampuan berpikir kreatif yang cukup baik, pengembangan ide-ide orisinal masih perlu ditingkatkan. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan menjadi bahan masukan bagi guru untuk merancang strategi pembelajaran yang lebih relevan dan mendukung pengembangan kreativitas siswa

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the Talking Stick Learning Model on Student Learning Activity in the Subject of Christian Religious Education and Character Education for class VIII at SMP Negeri 1 Balige, Toba Regency in the 2024/2025 Academic Year. The research hypothesis is: "there is an effect of the Talking Stick Learning Model on Student Learning Activity in the Subject of Christian Religious Education and Character Education for class VIII at SMP Negeri 1 Balige, Toba Regency in the 2024/2025 Academic Year". The population was all students of class VIII of SMP Negeri 1 Balige, Toba Regency in the 2024/2025 Academic Year who were Protestant Christians totaling 173 people. The research sample was determined using a purposive sampling technique, namely 30 students of class VIII B. This research method uses a quantitative research method with a pre-experimental design type in the form of "one shot case study". The instrument used in this study was a questionnaire item for variable Y totaling 18 items. Based on the experiments that have been carried out, the results obtained before treatment produced an average of 48.10 and after treatment 57.53. The research data for the questionnaire were analyzed using the One-Shot Case Study t-test formula. From the calculation results, the t-value = 3.599> t-table (α = 5%) = 2.042 was obtained. The t-value is in the area of ​​the H0 rejection curve and Ha acceptance. Thus, it can be concluded that with the difference between before and after treatment and t-value> t-table, the research hypothesis is accepted, namely that there is an influence of the Talking Stick Learning Model on Student Learning Activity in Christian Religious Education and Character Education subjects for class VIII at SMP Negeri 1 Balige, Toba Regency, in the 2024/2025 Academic Year.

The “Aku Anak Jujur” campaign is an anti-corruption educational program aimed at elementary and middle school students to instill honesty and integrity from an early age. The program aims to shape young generations to be aware of the dangers of corruption and the importance of honesty in daily life. Conducted online via Zoom, the program involved 16 participants. Materials were delivered through presentations, animated educational videos, interactive discussions, and games such as word scramble and fill the blank. The results showed that the interactive approach effectively engaged participants, enhanced their understanding of anti-corruption values, and encouraged self-reflection on honest behavior. This initiative successfully increased students' awareness of honesty and contributed positively to character development. Similar programs are recommended to be expanded to strengthen an anti-corruption culture from a young age.  

This study explores the influence of locus of control on junior high school students’ creative mathematical thinking and its implications for instructional strategies. Using a quantitative approach with a descriptive correlational method, 16 eighth-grade students from various Jakarta schools participated. The research instruments consisted of a questionnaire and a creative thinking test. The Shapiro-Wilk normality test indicated that the data were not normally distributed, prompting the use of the Wilcoxon non-parametric test. The findings revealed a significant relationship between locus of control and students’ creative thinking abilities (p = 0.013 < 0.05). These results highlight the importance of strengthening internal control beliefs to foster creativity in mathematical problem-solving.

This study investigates the role of transformational leadership of school principals in enhancing the instructional quality of teachers at SMP Negeri 5 Satap Bungoro, Pangkep Regency, Indonesia. The research addresses three main problems: (1) how the principal's transformational leadership contributes to improving teacher performance in the classroom, (2) what strategies or actions the principal undertakes to elevate instructional practices, and (3) what supporting and inhibiting factors influence the process. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through interviews, observation, and documentation involving the school principal and five teachers. The data were analyzed through data reduction, data display, conclusion drawing, and triangulation techniques. The findings reveal that the principal's transformational leadership plays a critical role in instructional improvement, marked by five key practices: presenting an inspiring leadership vision, encouraging professional growth, providing support and empowerment to teachers, fostering a collaborative and inclusive school culture, and delivering constructive feedback and evaluation. The strategies employed include the integration of the Merdeka Curriculum, mentoring and coaching of teachers, and fostering pedagogical understanding. Supporting factors include well-organized school and classroom environments and cleanliness, while the primary obstacles consist of limited funding, inadequate facilities and infrastructure, and a lack of strong teacher collaboration. In conclusion, transformational leadership contributes significantly to teacher development and improved instructional quality, especially in schools facing resource limitations. The study emphasizes the need for proactive leadership to overcome structural barriers and support effective teaching and learning.

This study examines the effectiveness of the ELSA Speak application in improving the English language skills of ninth-grade students at SMPN 1 Gondang. The problem addressed is students' pronunciation skills. The purpose of this study was to understand the learning growth before and after the use of the application, as well as to assess the value of technology in English teaching. This study used a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental design consisting of one group pre-test and post-test. A total of 38 students from Class IX A at SMPN 1 Gondang were selected purposively. Data were obtained through oral tests before and after the use of the ELSA Speak application. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS paired sample t-test, normality test, and homogeneity test. The study findings showed a significant increase in students' average performance scores, which increased from 60.65 (pre-test) to 73.82 (post-test). The statistical analysis of the paired sample t-test yielded a significance level below 0.05, indicating that the ELSA Speak application is effective in improving the English language skills of ninth-grade students at SMPN 1 Gondang. According to research findings, the ELSA Speak app is a useful resource for significantly improving students' English pronunciation. To provide creative and inspiring learning opportunities for students, it is recommended that technology-based resources like ELSA Speak be incorporated into language learning curriculum.

Anemia is a common health problem among adolescents, often caused by iron deficiency. This educational activity aimed to improve students' knowledge about the role of iron in preventing anemia. The program was conducted at SMP Negeri 06 Ketapang and involved 35 students as respondents. The results showed that after the educational session, the majority of students were in the moderate knowledge category (19 students or 54.3%), followed by the high category (7 students or 20%) and the low category (9 students or 25.7%). It can be concluded that this educational activity was quite beneficial in increasing students’ knowledge about the importance of iron in anemia prevention.

Sexual violence among adolescents is an increasingly serious issue, exacerbated by limited knowledge and lack of education, which heightens their vulnerability. One innovative approach to addressing this problem is the use of educational applications such as BEYDI (Self-Empowerment), designed to enhance adolescents’ awareness and knowledge of sexual violence prevention. This study aimed to determine the effect of BEYDI application-based education on students’ knowledge regarding sexual violence prevention at SMPN 3 Lamongan. The study employed a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach. The population consisted of 63 eighth-grade students from classes 8A and 8B, selected through total sampling. Data were collected using pretest and posttest questionnaires and analyzed using the Wilcoxon test. The results indicated a significant increase in students’ knowledge after receiving the educational intervention via the BEYDI application (p < 0.05). It can be concluded that the BEYDI app-based education was effective in enhancing students’ knowledge of sexual violence prevention and can be considered an interactive and efficient alternative educational tool in the school setting.

Di Indonesia, menurut data Badan Koordinasi Keluarga Berencana Nasional (BBKBN) 2015, menunjukkan 51 % remaja di Jabotabek telah melakukan seks di luar nikah telah dilakukan sejumlah remaja usia sekolah. Dan semua sampel penelitian menunjukkan 85 % remaja melakukan mastrubasi sebagai rutinitas kesehariannya. Hal i i juga menunjukkan bahwa pendidikan seks di sekolah, di terima baik hanya 7 % dan 93 % masih menganggap hal ini tabu untuk membicarakan tentang sex buat anak – anak mereka.Penelitian ini bersifat deskriptif dan menggunakan data primer tujuannya untuk mengetahui tingkat pengetahuan remaja putri terhadap sex education pada 40 remaja putri di SMP Etislandia Medan Periode Maret – April 2020. Dengan menggunakan 20 pertanyaan hasil penelitian didapat 40 responden bahwa responden dengan kategori baik sebanyak 10 orang ( 25 % ), pengetahuan cukup 18 orang ( 45 % ), berpengetahuan kurang 8 orang ( 20 % ) dan berpengetahuan buruk 4 ( 10 % ) .Disarankan pada remaja putri agar mencari informasi mengenai pengetahuan terhadap sex education kepada petugas agar lebih meningkatkan pelayanan kesehatan dan memberikan penyuluhan tentang sex education.  

Menurut Word Health Organization (WHO) 2017 pijat bayi terbukti memiliki banyak manfaat tak hanya membuat bayi menjadi nyaman, namun proses pijat bayi juga meningkatkan bonding (ikatan emosional) antara ibu dan bayi. Banyaknya ibu yang patuh melalukan pijat bayi di perhitungkan dari banyaknya ibu yang memiliki anak bayi. Dimana pada setia tahunnya diperkirakan sekitar 40% ibu yang patuh melakukan pijat bayi. Namun pada tahun 2018 pemijatan bayi tidak di lakukan sepenuhnya dan digambarkan pemijatan bayi hanya sekitar 20-25% yang di pengaruhi oleh beberapa faktor, seperti pendidikan dan sumber informasi. Jenis penelitian ini bersifat deskriptif dengan menggunakan data primer. Metode pengumpulan data dengan menggunakan kuesioner yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui gambaran pengetahuan ibu tentang pijat bayi di Klinik Sehati Medan Periode MARET-APRIL 2021 sebanyak 30 orang responden dengan menggunakan total sampling. Dari responden di dapat hasil bahwa pengetahuan ibu tentang pijat bayi mayoritas berpengetahuan cukup sebanyak 14 orang (46,67%), berdasarkan pendidikan mayoritas SMP Sebanyak 8 orang (26,67%), berdasarkan pekerjaan mayoritas berpengetahuan baik pada yang bekerja sebanyak 13 orang (43,34%), berdasarkan umur mayoritas berpengetahuan baik dan cukup pada umur 20-30 tahun sebanyak 12 orang (40%), berdasarkan sumber informasi mayoritas berpengetahuan baik pada tenaga kesehatan sebanyak 14 orang (46,67%). Dari penelitian ini disarankan pada peneliti selanjutnya agar dapat memanfaatkan KTI ini sebagai bahan bacaan dan menambah wawasan dalam penelitian selanjutnya dengan variabel yang berbeda.

The rapid advancement of information technology demands that the younger generation possess adequate digital literacy from an early age. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a community service activity focused on educating junior high school students at SMP Ma’arif NU 1 Purwokerto about computer systems and computer networks. The research employed a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including observation, semi-structured interviews, documentation, as well as pre-tests and post-tests. The activity involved students from classes 9A, 9B, and 9C, who participated in interactive learning sessions covering basic materials on computer systems, computer networks, and digital safety. The results indicate an increase in students' understanding of information technology concepts, as reflected by improved comprehension scores and positive responses toward the program. Students demonstrated high enthusiasm, actively engaged in discussions, and were able to explain the material presented. These findings suggest that an educational approach based on hands-on practice is effective in enhancing digital literacy among students. The implication of this activity highlights the importance of continuous technology education at the basic education level to prepare the younger generation for the challenges of the digital era and to encourage their active contribution to a technology-based society.

The purpose of this study was to determine the role of social studies teachers in instilling politeness and responsibility in class VII students of SMP Islam Al Hidayah Samir Ngunut Tulungagung. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method. Data collection was carried out through observation, interviews and documentation. The data analysis technique used the Miles and Huberman concept with three stages of analysis, namely data reduction, data presentation and then drawing conclusions. Checking the validity of the findings was done by extending participation, consistency of observation, and data triangulation using The results of this study found five roles of teachers in instilling politeness and responsibility in class VII students of SMP Islam Al Hidayah Samir Ngunut Tulungagung. The supporting factors for social studies teachers in instilling politeness and responsibility in students are social studies teachers, school policies, and parents. While the inhibiting factors for social studies teachers in instilling politeness and responsibility in students are the students themselves and their parents.

This research is based on the condition of students who are less enthusiastic and tend to be passive during learning. Students consider social studies  to be boring and difficult, resulting in low student activeness. This low activeness affects students’ cognitive abilities. An effort that can be made is to create a fun learning atmosphere by using appropriate and interesting learning strategies, one of which is the Think Talk Write learning strategy. This strategy makes students active and more enthusiastic, so they achieve satisfying cognitive ability scores. The problem formulation in this research is how much influence the Think Talk Write strategy has on cognitive abilities, student activeness, and both in social studies subjects. This research uses a quantitative approach with a Quasy Experimental Design and a nonequivalent control group design. The sample consists of 29 students in the control class and 26 students in the experimental class. The sampling technique used is purposive sampling, with data collected through cognitive ability tests and student activeness sheets. Data analysis was performed using the Independent Sample T-Test and MANOVA. The results show that the Think Talk Write strategy influences students’ cognitive abilities and activeness, with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05.

The abuse of Narcotics, Psychotropics, and Addictive Substances (NAPZA) poses a serious threat to adolescents, including junior high school students. This community service activity aimed to increase students' knowledge and awareness of the dangers of NAPZA through a counseling program conducted at SMPN 1 Sanaman Mantikei. The method involved interactive material presentations, group discussions, and pretest-posttest evaluations. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ knowledge, from 69% to 92% in “good” category after the counseling. This indicates that health education is an effective preventive strategy against substance abuse among adolescents. The activity received positive responses from both students and school staff. Sustainable education programs and integration of NAPZA-related topics into the school curriculum are necessary to build adolescents’ resilience against negative environmental influences. Consistent and collaborative efforts are key to protecting the younger generation from the dangers of drug abuse.

The ability of students’ writing skills in class VIII is related to the use of spelling (letters). Capitalization) and word selection (meaning) in writing slogan text compositions for students are still lacking. This study aims to analyze errors in the use of Indonesian in writing slogan text compositions for class VIII students at UPTD SMP Negeri 1 Gunungsitoli. This study is a qualitative descriptive study. The data for this study are student worksheets in writing slogan text compositions. The data sources in this study were class VIII-F students at UPTD SMP Negeri 1 Gunungsitoli and one of the Indonesian language teachers. The research instruments were tables of Indonesian language errors in writing slogan text compositions and interviews. Data collection techniques were observation, interviews and written tests. The data analysis technique in this study was reduction. Data, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Based on the results of the research that has been conducted, the errors in Indonesian language in writing slogan text compositions found 161 errors in the use of Indonesian language in writing slogan text compositions of class VIII-F students including: (1) the use of spelling (capital letters) as many as 31 errors, starting from errors in the placement of capital letters (capital) and placement or use of lower case letters in writing student slogan texts, (2) word selection as many as 72 errors

This research iss motivated by the problem of the lack of digital learning facilities that can be flexibly accessed by students and theachers at SMP Djama'atul Ichwan Surakarta, so that interaction in the theaching and learning proces is limited. The theories applied in this study include the concept of E-Learning as a distance learning method rooted in information technology, web-based system development, and an interactive technology integration approach to increase effectiveness and engagement in learning. The method used is the Waterfall model system development life cycle (SDLC), which includes the stages of needs analysis, system design, implementation with PHP and MySQL using the CodeIgniter framework, and function testing. The research findings show that the designed web-based E-Learning system successfully provides features for managing student and teacher data, distributing teaching materials, scheduling lessons, giving assignments, and interaction through discussion forums. This system is considered capable of supporting a more organized and interactive online education process.The implementation of this systemis expected to a long-term solution to overcome the limitations of traditional learning methods and become a foundation for the development of digital learning platforms in the futur.

This study aims to improve the ability of eighth grade students of SMP Negeri 2 Sogaeadu in identifying short story elements through the application of the SQ4R method. The background of this study is the low interest of students in reading literary works and their lack of understanding of effective reading strategies. The study used a Classroom Action Research (CAR) design which was carried out in two cycles, each including the planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. The results showed a significant increase in student learning outcomes, from an average of 59.2% in cycle I to 82.4% in cycle II. The percentage of student involvement also increased from 42%-52% (cycle I) to 71%-90% (cycle II), while observations of researcher performance increased from 56%-75% (cycle I) to 87.5%-100% (cycle II). These findings prove that the SQ4R reading method is effective in improving students' ability to identify short story elements through systematic and easy-to-apply steps.

This study aims to determine the effect of the Reciprocal Teaching learning model on the reading comprehension ability of news texts among seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 2 Hiliduho. The research employed a quasi-experimental method with a Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The pretest results showed that the initial abilities of students in the experimental and control classes were comparable, with average scores of 64.57 and 65.87, respectively. After the treatment, the experimental class showed a significant increase, achieving a posttest average of 81.52, while the control class only reached 74.35. The Reciprocal Teaching model proved effective in creating a collaborative learning environment, encouraging students to think critically, engage in discussions, and teach one another. In contrast, the control class, which used the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model, demonstrated lower participation and higher dependence on the teacher. The hypothesis test showed a significance value of 0.001 < 0.05, indicating that the alternative hypothesis (Ha) was accepted and the null hypothesis (Ho) was rejected. These results indicate a significant effect of the Reciprocal Teaching model on students’ ability to comprehend news texts. Therefore, this model is recommended as an effective teaching strategy to enhance students’ reading comprehension, particularly in news text material at the junior high school level.

Mathematics is often perceived as a subject that is difficult for students to master, a notion that has been confirmed by numerous previous studies. One of the contributing factors is the limited variety of instructional media used in classrooms, which affects students' interest and comprehension. Many teachers still lack appropriate learning media to support blended learning approaches. This study aims to develop and implement multimedia-based Educational Instructional Media (EIM) that are valid, practical, and effective. The project utilizes video-based learning to deliver algebra concepts material for Grade VII students at SMPN 252 Jakarta and SMPIT Al-Qudwah. The development process follows the ADDIE model, which includes five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. During the analysis phase, both learning needs and content requirements were mapped according to SAP (System Analysis and Product). The material was then divided into seven core sections. In the design stage, the curriculum structure, system flow, and user interface were developed. The development stage involved creating instructional content based on the analysis results. The content was then uploaded to the Moodle platform and presented using the Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model.