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This study examines the teacher's efforts in fostering learning motivation in students with disabilities at SLB Samudra Terra Athena. This research uses a qualitative approach with descriptive methods, with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documentation during the research. The results showed that the strategies used by teachers in fostering learning motivation of students with intellectual disabilities include an individualized approach, the use of customized learning media, providing positive reinforcement, and building emotional closeness with students. These strategies are proven to increase students' engagement and interest in learning. This finding confirms the importance of teacher creativity in creating personalized and empathic learning approaches in special education.

The learning method is a systematic and orderly process carried out by teachers or educators in delivering material to their students. Through the learning method, it is expected that the teaching and learning process can run well. Thus, it is very important for an educator to know the methods in learning so that students feel more enthusiastic when participating in learning in the classroom. In addition, choosing the right method makes students not quickly feel bored or tired when participating in teaching and learning activities in the classroom. The purpose of writing this article is to find out how a teacher chooses a learning method. The method in this study is qualitative narrative, with data collected from the results of semi-structured interviews with a teacher. The results of this study indicate that there are 2 factors that a teacher can consider in choosing a learning method, namely internal and external factors. Internal factors include student characteristics, facilities and infrastructure, teacher experience and skills, and learning objectives. Then external factors include the curriculum and learning environment.

This community service program was designed to enhance Qur’anic memorization skills among santri at Pesantren Assyifa by integrating effective cognitive-based learning methods with traditional Islamic pedagogical practices. Conducted over eight weeks, the program involved initial assessments, teacher training, student workshops, practical memorization sessions, and structured evaluations. Modern memorization techniques—such as mnemonic devices, visualization, spaced repetition, and active recall—were introduced and practiced alongside classical methods like talaqqi and tikrar. The program targeted more than 40 santri and involved tahfiz teachers as active facilitators. Quantitative and qualitative assessments demonstrated notable improvement in memorization retention, engagement, and confidence. By the end of the program, over 85% of participants achieved measurable progress in both speed and accuracy of memorization. Feedback from students and teachers highlighted the usefulness and motivational impact of the techniques introduced. This program not only provided a fresh approach to Qur’anic learning but also offered sustainable strategies for long-term application within the pesantren. The success of the initiative supports the importance of combining Islamic values with contemporary educational insights to produce holistic and effective learning outcomes.

This article discusses the implementation of movement and dance arts learning in Smart and Cheerful PAUD as an effort to optimize early childhood development. Movement and dance arts activities have been proven to have a positive impact on gross and fine motor skills, creativity, social-emotional, and children's self-expression. This study used observation and ability test methods on children's participation in art activities. The results showed that most children were able to follow simple dance movements, recognize musical rhythms, dare to perform, and demonstrate good body coordination. Movement and dance arts learning not only supports physical and emotional growth, but also strengthens children's love for local culture. Therefore, movement and dance arts need to be made an integral part of the PAUD curriculum in a structured and enjoyable way, so that they can have a holistic impact on children's development.

This research aims to measure the level of enthusiasm and understanding of third grade students at SDN 1 Karangantu in learning about the culture of Yogyakarta Special Region using mind mapping learning media. The background of this research is the need for innovative learning methods that can increase student engagement and understanding of the material, especially about culture. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with a literature approach and field review. Data was collected based on scientific literature and field observation review at SDN 1 Karangantu to measure students' enthusiasm and understanding of learning using mind mapping. The research subjects were all third grade students of SDN 1 Karangantu. The results showed that the use of mind mapping media has a positive impact on students' learning enthusiasm, which can be seen from their active participation and interest in learning activities. In addition, students' learning understanding of DIY culture also increased significantly. This indicates that mind mapping is effective as a learning medium that can help students organise information, understand concepts, and remember details of DIY culture better.

This article explores the strategies used by early childhood teachers at TK Pelangi in managing learning activities based on children’s needs and the outcomes of training programs they have attended. The main focus is on how teachers apply training outcomes into daily classroom practice while adjusting to each child's developmental stage and individual characteristics. At TK Pelangi, teachers plan learning activities by considering each child’s interests, talents, and specific needs. In practice, they create a dynamic, enjoyable, and contextual learning environment to help children better absorb the material. Training outcomes are used as a foundation to develop more innovative methods, media, and approaches. Continuous evaluation is carried out to assess the effectiveness of the strategies. The findings show that managing learning based on children's needs and training results significantly improves the quality of teaching interactions and positively contributes to the overall development of children at TK Pelangi.  

One of the effective learning methods is the development of media and learning resources. The use of interesting and appropriate media for children in MI/SD is very important because children tend to learn through visuals and audio. Learning resources and learning media are very important to increase student motivation, make learning easier to understand, and make learning active and fun. Using a literature study methodology, this study investigates the ideas, roles, and importance of media and learning resources in the learning process. The results show how important the role of teachers is in selecting and developing learning media, as well as how important it is to manage a learning resource center to ensure high-quality basic education.

This study examined the role of mobile-based language learning applications, particularly Duolingo, in supporting self-directed English language learning. Using a qualitative approach through literature review, this research analyzed various academic studies published between 2018 and 2024 that focused on the effectiveness of Duolingo in improving vocabulary, grammar, and learning motivation. The results indicated that Duolingo helped learners develop consistent study habits and fostered autonomy through its gamified features. In addition, the app offered a flexible and engaging learning environment. However, limitations were found in speaking skill development and social interaction, which the application did not fully support. Overall, Duolingo serves as a useful supplementary tool in learning English, but it should be combined with other methods for more comprehensive outcomes.

This study aims to analyze the skills of understanding Arabic letters and reports at Madrasah Nurul Istifadah and identify factors that influence students' understanding, the learning methods used, and the effectiveness of the strategies applied. Understanding skills in this context include the ability to recognize text structure, analyze content, and interpret formal language styles. The study used a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection methods in the form of observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study showed that group discussion strategies and repeated reading with gradual understanding proved effective in improving students' understanding of Arabic letters and reports. This strategy not only improves students' linguistic abilities, but also encourages cooperation, self-confidence, and critical thinking skills. This study is expected to contribute to the development of more contextual and effective Arabic language learning methods, especially in understanding formal texts.

This study aims to analyze the skills of understanding Arabic letters and reports at Madrasah Nurul Istifadah and identify factors that influence students' understanding, the learning methods used, and the effectiveness of the strategies applied. Understanding skills in this context include the ability to recognize text structure, analyze content, and interpret formal language styles. The study used a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection methods in the form of observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study showed that group discussion strategies and repeated reading with gradual understanding proved effective in improving students' understanding of Arabic letters and reports. This strategy not only improves students' linguistic abilities, but also encourages cooperation, self-confidence, and critical thinking skills. This study is expected to contribute to the development of more contextual and effective Arabic language learning methods, especially in understanding formal texts.

Education is one of the fields that continuously evolves alongside the rapid  advancement  of technology. One effort to enhance the quality of education is by implementing a scientific approach in the learning process. This research aims to analyze the contribution of the scientific learning approach to the development of students' self-directed learning at SDN Semper Barat 11, especially in class V. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques through interviews, observations, and documentation. The results show that lesson planning with a scientific approach is well executed, covering the setting of learning objectives, selection of learning models, strategies, learning media, and evaluation. The implementation of learning with a scientific approach in class V is carried out through activities such as observing, questioning, gathering information, reasoning, and communicating. The research also indicates that students experience an improvement in self-directed learning, characterized by active engagement in learning, high motivation, initiative-driven learning, and self-control. Thus, the scientific learning approach significantly contributes to the development of students' self-directed learning at SDN Semper Barat 11. This research provides valuable insights for educational practitioners in designing more effective learning strategies and offers empirical groundwork for enhancing learning methods oriented towards developing students' self-directed learning.

This research was motivated by the importance of understanding Natural Science (IPA) at the elementary school level and the indication of learning difficulties in grade 6 students of SDN 170 Pekanbaru. The purpose of this research is to analyze the factors that cause science learning difficulties in grade 6 students at the school. The research method used was descriptive qualitative with data collection through observation, interviews with students and teachers, and documentation. The results of the study show that there are two main factors causing science learning difficulties, namely internal and external factors. Internal factors include students' difficulty in understanding abstract science material, low motivation to learn, and lack of concentration during learning. Meanwhile, external factors that contribute to science learning difficulties are the lack of attention and support from parents at home, the influence of a play environment that is less supportive of learning, and the variety of teacher teaching methods that need to be improved. Thus, this study identifies the need for comprehensive interventions to overcome students' science learning difficulties, involving both internal aspects of students and external factors that influence them.

This study explores the methods applied by teachers in teaching dance to early childhood children at RA Aisyiyah and its influence on their development. Dance learning does not only focus on motor skills, but also includes children's cognitive, emotional, and social growth. By implementing methods such as demonstration, imitation, imaginative play, and free exploration, teachers at RA Aisyiyah can foster creativity, discipline, and collaboration in children. This study applies a descriptive qualitative approach that takes data from observations and literature reviews. The findings show that the role of teachers is crucial as creative developers in the dance learning process, by adapting methods according to the challenges that arise, such as the child's level of focus, limited space, and variations in interests. This article highlights the importance of a combination of flexible learning methods to optimize the potential of early childhood in the fields of art and character education.

The purpose of this research is to see how Digital Literacy: Understanding Norms and Ethics in the Online Field. In general, this study aims to assess the extent of understanding and practice of digital ethics in various groups. Measuring interventions (workshops/socialization) in improving ethical behavior online. Identify gaps in areas prone to norm violations, such as privacy breaches, unauthorized uploads, and the spread of hoaxes. Develop a model or recommendation for literacy programs that is grounded in social norms and values. Research methods The form of this research is descriptive, analytical, and critical. Therefore, the author can comprehensively explain how Digital Literacy: Understanding Norms and Ethics in the Online Field. In this study, the author optimally used two data sources related to this research, namely. Primary data sources and secondary data sources. The result of this study is that digital literacy and ethics are effective in reducing hoaxes and hate speech. Strengthening methods include e-learning, digital media, and school literacy movements. The challenges are the limited skills of students, the lack of parental supervision, and the need for teachers who need to continue to develop.

This Research aims to: 1) Find out the concept of the Quantum Tahfiz Al-Qur'an method for students of SMA Takhassus Al-Qur'an memorization 2) Find out the implementation of the Quantum Tahfiz Al-Qur'an method for students of SMA Takhassus Al-Qur'an memorization 3) Find out the supporting and inhibiting factors in the implementation of the Quantum Tahfiz Al-Qur'an method. This thesis uses a qualitative approach where the type of research is field research. Data collection techniques use observation, interview, and documentation methods. The analysis techniques used are data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that; 1) The concept of the Quantum Tahfiz Al-Qur'an memorization method includes a combination of the Quantum Tahfiz Al-Qur'an and traditional methods, activation of the right and left brain, a schedule for studying the Koran that is adjusted to school activities; 2) Implementation of the Qu$antu$m Tahfiz Al-Qu$r'an method includes the activity of reciting the Koran by using the Qu$antu$m Tahfiz Al-Qu$r'an method, the Quantum Tahfiz Al-Qur'an method is very effective for memorizing, using ru$mu$san; 3) The supporting factors are innovative learning, quality teaching or good teaching, a supportive environment, student motivation from coaches and teachers, adequate facilities and infrastructure. Meanwhile, inhibiting factors in the implementation of the Quantum Tahfiz Al-Qur'an method are internal factors such as laziness, lack of motivation, external factors such as situations that are less conducive, friends or parents who are less supportive, and technical factors such as inappropriate student schedules and it's hard to understand the method.

This research aims to: 1) to know the condition of students in memorizing the Qur'an using translated and non translated Al-Qur'an at PPTQ Al-Asy'ariyyah Kalibeber Wonosobo; 2) to know the effectiveness of the method of memorizing translated and non translated Al-Qur'an at PPTQ Al-Asy'ariyyah Kalibeber Wonosobo; 3) to know the factors that influence the effectiveness of the method of memorizing Al-Qur'an using translated and non translated Al-Qur'an at PPTQ Al-Asy'ariyyah Kalibeber Wonosobo. This thesis uses a comparative descriptive qualitative research approach.  Where researchers understand phenomena or events through an in-depth description of the data collected in the form of words not numbers. And comparing in depth (qualitative) about a phenomenon, with the aim of identifying similarities and differences, as well as understanding the context and meaning behind it. The data collection technique uses observation, interviews, and documentation.  The data analysis techniques used in comparative descriptive qualitative analysis are data selection, data classification, data interpretation and the final step of comparison, where researchers compare the speed level of memorizing the Qur'an with the use of different Qur'ans but using the same method. The results showed that: 1) the condition of students who memorize using the translated Al-Qur'an tends to have a better understanding of the meaning of the verse, but the memorization process is slower because it takes time to understand the meaning of the verse. Students who memorize using the non-translated Al-Qur'an are faster in memorizing because they only focus on the lafadz and the rhythm of the reading. 2) the effectiveness of memorization methods using translated and non-translated Al-Qur'an at PPTQ Al-Asy'ariyyah. In terms of speed, memorizing using the non-translated Al-Qur'an is superior because students only focus on repeating the lafadz. The durability of memorization in both methods is strongly influenced by the consistency of murojaah. Understanding the meaning is better owned by students who memorize using the translated Al-Qur'an. 3) factors that influence the effectiveness of memorization, namely motivation, intelligence, psychological conditions, support from parents and ustadzah, learning environment, as well as time management and discipline are very influential on the success and effectiveness of students' memorization.

This study aims to describe the strategies used by classroom teachers in addressing students who experience reading difficulties at Al-Hidayah Private Elementary School. Reading difficulties among elementary school students are a common issue and can seriously impact their academic achievement in the future. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The findings indicate that reading difficulties are caused by both internal factors, such as a lack of basic phonological skills, and external factors, such as an unsupportive learning environment. To address these challenges, teachers implement adaptive learning strategies, including individual guidance, the use of visual and audio media, and phonetic-based learning approaches. Additionally, collaboration with parents plays an important role in supporting students’ learning processes at home. These strategies significantly help students improve their reading skills and build self-confidence. The study concludes that overcoming reading difficulties requires synergy between teacher strategies, appropriate learning methods, and supportive environments, both at school and at home.  

Early childhood development is a crucial phase in human life, marked by rapid changes in physical, cognitive, social, and emotional domains. This study aims to explore in depth the growth process and unique characteristics of early childhood using a qualitative approach through literature review methods. The findings reveal that young children possess high curiosity, vivid imagination, and strong dependence on adults in learning and social behavior formation. Physical development progresses rapidly, while cognitive and socio-emotional development are significantly influenced by environmental stimulation, parenting style, and social interaction. Understanding these characteristics and developmental needs allows educators and parents to implement more effective approaches in supporting children's growth. This study emphasizes the importance of creating a safe, supportive, and responsive environment as a foundation for future educational success and character building.

This study aims to determine students' understanding of Islamic Religious Education (IRE) material and its implications for the ease of practicing religious values among students at SMP Negeri 3 Limboto Barat. The approach used in this study is descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that students' understanding of IRE material is quite good, particularly in aspects of worship they experience in their daily lives, such as prayer and fasting. IRC teachers play a central role in the learning process by applying interactive methods, hands-on practice, and setting a good example. The implications of this understanding are evident in students' practice of religious values, such as increased awareness of performing Dhuha prayer and congregational prayer voluntarily, as well as their active participation in religious activities at school. Supporting factors in PAI learning include the role of teachers as role models, adequate school facilities, and parental involvement. The inhibiting factors are time constraints, differences in students' learning styles, and a lack of support from the environment outside of school. However, teachers are able to overcome these obstacles with creative and adaptive learning strategies.

Religious moderation in early childhood is an effort to instill moderate religious values in children from a young age. These values include tolerance, fairness, balance, and equality. One of the primary methods used to cultivate these values is the habit-formation method. This study aims to describe how religious moderation values are introduced and developed in early childhood at Al-Ishlah Kindergarten. The research question explored is: How are the values of religious moderation instilled in early childhood at TK Al-Ishlah? This study employed a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through interviews and documentation and analyzed using qualitative descriptive methods. The results show that the forms of religious moderation taught at TK Al-Ishlah include practices such as performing ablution, prayer practice, repeating and memorizing short surahs and daily prayers, and introducing places of worship from various religions. In addition, the learning process incorporates values such as honesty, politeness, cooperation, and mutual respect. The steps taken in implementing religious moderation values at Al-Ishlah Kindergarten include the teacher acting as a role model, lesson planning, parental involvement, and organizing religious activities.