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Microteaching is an innovative educator training method aimed at developing basic teaching skills and fostering student self-efficacy through a micro-scale approach. This study describes how teaching simulations with limited duration, audience size, and material focus can facilitate the transformation of pre-service teachers' pedagogical competence. Using a qualitative approach, the research found that microteaching functions as a "safe laboratory" for students to explore teaching creativity without the risk of systemic failure. The skill development process includes mastering stimulus variation techniques through the use of visual and audiovisual media, such as PowerPoint and instructional videos, as well as strengthening instructional communication styles. Furthermore, students' self-efficacy increases significantly through a cycle of constructive feedback from peers and supervisors, enabling reflection-on-action. The results conclude that the re-plan and re-teach mechanisms are crucial in shaping professional and permanent teaching behaviors before students enter actual classroom environments. These findings highlight the importance of microteaching in developing both the technical and reflective skills necessary for effective teaching practice.

This study aims to improve students' understanding of the obligation to serve their parents through the application of mind mapping in the 11th-grade Al-Qur'an and Hadith subject at MA NU Maron. The background of this study was the lack of student understanding of the material presented using conventional methods, necessitating learning innovations that are engaging and motivating. This study used a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach, implemented in two cycles. Each cycle included planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The research instruments consisted of comprehension tests, observation sheets, and documentation. The results showed that the application of the mind mapping method increased student engagement in the learning process, facilitated their understanding of the material, and strengthened their memory. In the first cycle, students' learning achievement showed an initial increase, and in the second cycle, the results improved significantly, reaching the specified success indicator. Thus, it can be concluded that the mind mapping method is effective in improving students' understanding of the Al-Qur'an and Hadith subject, particularly the material on the obligation to serve their parents.

This study aims to improve students’ learning activities and learning outcomes in history learning through the implementation of a digital visual-based mind mapping method at SD Plus Asy-Syafi’iyah Nabire, Central Papua. This research employed a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach conducted in two cycles, each consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. The research subjects consisted of 40 students. Data were collected through observation of students’ learning activities, learning achievement tests, and documentation. The data were analyzed using descriptive quantitative and qualitative techniques. The results indicated that the average score of students’ learning activities increased from 2.0 in the pre-cycle to 3.6 in the second cycle. In addition, the average learning achievement score increased from 62.4 in the pre-cycle to 83.6 in the second cycle, with classical mastery reaching 90%. These findings demonstrate that the digital visual-based mind mapping method is effective in improving students’ learning activities and learning outcomes in elementary school history learning.

This study aims to analyze the use of digital media in the form of infographics to improve student learning outcomes in history lessons, specifically regarding the events of the national movement in the 11th grade students of SMA Muhammadiyah 07 Serbelawan in the 2024/2025 academic year. Along with technological advancements, the use of digital media is becoming increasingly popular in education as an alternative to improve student understanding and learning interest. One form of digital media used is infographics, which can simplify complex information into easier-to-understand information through engaging visual elements. The research method used was classroom action research (CAR), implemented in two cycles, with the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The subjects of this study were 30 11th grade students of SMA Muhammadiyah 07 Serbelawan. Data collection techniques were conducted through tests, observations, and interviews. Data analysis was conducted using quantitative and qualitative descriptive analysis. The results showed that the use of infographics in history lessons can improve student understanding and learning interest. Improved student learning outcomes were evident in improved test scores after the use of infographics, as well as increased student active participation in class discussions. Furthermore, students also responded positively to the use of this digital media because infographics presented information in a more engaging and easy-to-understand manner. Based on the results of this study, it can be concluded that the use of digital media in the form of infographics can be effective in improving students' history learning outcomes, particularly in understanding the material on the national movement. Therefore, it is recommended that history teachers consider using infographics in their lessons to improve the quality of teaching and student learning outcomes.

This research was motivated by the low level of children’s speaking ability in learning activities. This study aims to improve the speaking skills of children aged 5–6 years at Raudhatul Athfal Mas’udi and to examine how animated video learning is implemented to enhance the speaking skills of children aged 5–6 years at Raudhatul Athfal Mas’udi. The method used in this study is a qualitative method with the type of Classroom Action Research (CAR). The subjects of this study were Group B students of Raudhatul Athfal Mas’udi Pontianak, totaling 17 children. There are three aspects examined in this study, namely understanding information that is heard, repeating more complex sentences, and answering more complex questions. To obtain the data, this research used observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study show that children’s speaking skills before and after each cycle experienced a very good improvement. Thus, animated videos are proven to be effective in improving children’s speaking skills.

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Structural Analytic Synthetic (SAS) method in enhancing the early reading skills of first-grade students in Catholic Religious Education at SD YPPK Yohanes Paulus II Obaa, Mappi Regency, South Papua Province. The study employed a Classroom Action Research approach using a cyclical model comprising the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection, conducted over two cycles. The research subjects consisted of 25 students, and data were collected through reading tests, classroom observations, and documentation. The results indicated a significant improvement in students’ early reading skills, with learning mastery increasing from 61% in the first cycle to 100% in the second cycle. This success was associated with the implementation of the SAS method through structured learning stages, progressing from sentences to words, syllables, and letters, accompanied by the use of varied media and intensive teacher guidance. In addition to improving reading skills, the SAS method was also found to enhance students’ interest, participation, and learning motivation. Therefore, the SAS method is recommended as an effective strategy for teaching early reading to young elementary school students, particularly within the context of Catholic Religious Education.

The purpose of this classroom action research project is to find out how well seventh-grade female students at Mutiara Qur'an Islamic Boarding School in Wonogiri learn Arabic with the use of the audiolingual approach. By emphasizing active listening and pronunciation, the audiolingual approach makes it easier for students to comprehend and communicate in Arabic. Twelve female seventh-graders at Mutiara Qur'an Islamic Boarding School participated in the researcher's qualitative study in order to gather the research findings. The study was conducted in two cycles to enhance Arabic language learning. Planning, action, observation, and reflection are the four components of each cycle in the Kurt Lewin model. Tests, observations, and interviews were the methods utilized to get the data. The proportion of learning mastery and descriptive analysis were used to examine the collected data. The study's findings show that the audiolingual approach is successful in raising female students' Arabic language learning outcomes.

The phenomenon of students displaying lazy attitudes and a lack of learning motivation represents a major challenge in the teaching and learning process of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) in various schools across Indonesia. This condition has a direct impact on low levels of student engagement and the achievement of expected learning objectives. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the multidimensional causes of this phenomenon, including internal student factors such as learning interest, levels of self-efficacy, intrinsic motivation, and learning styles, as well as external factors encompassing the role of teachers, particularly in the selection of instructional methods, classroom management, and pedagogical interactions. In addition, the family environment, peer influence, and digital culture are also important factors affecting students’ learning motivation. The article also presents various practical and integrated strategies that can be implemented by PAI teachers to enhance students’ learning motivation. The proposed approaches include strengthening value-based classroom management rooted in Islamic principles, applying active, participatory, and contextual learning methods, and reinforcing collaboration between schools and families in building a positive learning culture. Using a descriptive qualitative approach and classroom action research (CAR), the analysis shows that teachers’ emotional engagement, the implementation of educational reward systems, reflection on religious values, and experiential learning are able to increase students’ intrinsic motivation. This study implies the importance of curriculum innovation and strengthening professional development for PAI teachers to better orient learning toward fostering students’ enthusiasm for learning and the sustainable development of religious character in the digital era.

This study aims to improve the learning outcomes of fourth-grade students in science through the application of an experimental learning model on the material of changes in the state of matter. The study used a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach with the Kemmis and McTaggart model which includes the stages of planning, implementation of actions, observation, and reflection. The subjects of the study were 20 fourth-grade students of SDN Daan Mogot 1. The study was conducted in two cycles. Data collection techniques included learning outcome tests, observation of teacher and student activities, and documentation. Data analysis was carried out quantitatively by calculating the average value and percentage of learning completion, and qualitatively through descriptive analysis of the observation results. The results showed that the application of the experimental method was able to improve the quality of the learning process and student learning outcomes. Teacher activity increased from the sufficient category in cycle I to very good in cycle II, while student activity increased from the good category to very good. Increased student activity in observing, discussing, recording results, and drawing conclusions from experiments had a positive impact on understanding the concept of changes in the state of matter. Student learning completion also increased although not all of them reached the classical standard of 80%. Thus, the experimental method is effective in improving the activeness, quality of the learning process, and the science learning outcomes of fourth-grade students. Although material reinforcement and a variety of learning strategies are still needed to optimize learning outcomes.

This study aimed to improve the speaking skills of sixth-grade students at SDN Negeri Kelapa Dua Wetan 01 Pagi in using the Simple Past Tense pattern (was/were) through the implementation of the Role Playing method. The research was conducted in two cycles involving 32 students as the subjects. The research method used was Classroom Action Research, consisting of the stages of planning, action implementation, observation, and reflection in each cycle. Data were collected through oral pre-tests and post-tests, as well as observations of students’ learning activities during the lessons. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ speaking skills. Their average score increased from 60.3 on the pre-test to 74.1 on the post-test. The percentage of students who achieved the Minimum Mastery Criteria also rose from 31% to 75%. The Role Playing method proved effective in enhancing students’ accuracy in using was/were, improving speaking fluency, and boosting self-confidence in oral communication. In conclusion, the application of the Role Playing method had a positive and significant impact on English learning outcomes among the sixth-grade students at SDN Negeri Kelapa Dua Wetan 01 Pagi. It is recommended that teachers continue to apply this method consistently, and that schools provide additional supporting facilities to optimize the learning process. For future studies, teachers and students are encouraged to expand the variety of role-play scenarios and include a control group to obtain a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of the effectiveness of the Role Playing method.