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The issue of waste, especially plastic waste, has become a crucial problem in Indonesia, leading to ecosystem damage and environmental pollution. SDN 2 Cikalang, located in Tasikmalaya City, is one of the schools that has not yet implemented optimal plastic waste management. An Ecobrick outreach program was conducted to enhance the knowledge of fifth-grade students about plastic waste management through Ecobrick innovation. An Ecobrick is a plastic bottle filled tightly with plastic waste, which can be used as a construction material to replace bricks. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Ecobrick outreach program in increasing students' knowledge of plastic waste management. The research methods included pre-test, material delivery, hands-on practice, and post-test. The evaluation results showed a 45% increase in students' knowledge, with a significant difference between pre-test and post-test scores (p value = 0.000). This indicates that a hands-on education approach is effective in improving students' understanding of plastic waste management through Ecobrick.

The education systems in Japan and Indonesia have significant differences in structure, philosophy and educational practices. Japan is known for its highly structured education system, high discipline, and an emphasis on academic excellence and hard work. The education system in Indonesia and in Japan has its own advantages and disadvantages. Currently, the education system in Indonesia needs more attention because it is ranked 72 out of 77 countries. In Indonesia, many educational experts have been born who are able to bring the education system in Indonesia to a better direction. One way to bring Indonesia's education system to a better direction is to compare it with a country with a good education system like Japan. In Japan, from the age of 0-4 years, children are more instilled with moral values, manners and discipline. When children in Japan have entered the 4th grade of elementary school, these children take exams that are not too burdensome for students at school. Indonesia can learn a lot with the education system in Japan.

This research is classroom action research (PTK) which aims to determine the increase in learning motivation and learning outcomes of grade IV elementary school students in mathematics subjects through the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) approach. Data was collected using questionnaire and test techniques, which were carried out three times, namely at the pre-cycle stage, cycle I and cycle II. The application of the TaRL approach in mathematics learning has proven successful in increasing students' learning motivation. Based on the results of observations, the percentage of learning motivation increased from 49% in the pre-cycle to 61% in cycle I, and rose again to 78% in cycle II. Apart from that, student learning outcomes also showed a significant improvement, with the percentage of completion increasing from 56% in the pre-cycle to 70% in cycle I, and reaching 83% in cycle II, which is included in the good category.

Education is an effort to help students develop and enhance their knowledge, skills, values, attitudes, and behaviors that are beneficial. The Ministry of Education and Culture initiated the literacy movement. However, Indonesia is one of the countries with the lowest literacy rates. The purpose of writing this article is to demonstrate that reading corners can help improve students' literacy skills. The goal of this article is to highlight reading corners as a means of enhancing students' literacy in elementary schools. The method used in this article is qualitative, with a literature study approach to gather data and information from books, journals, and other reference materials. Data collection techniques in this study included observation, interviews, and documentation. The subjects in this study were three class teachers and 30 students in total. Based on the findings of this study, the implementation of reading corners can increase students' motivation to develop their literacy skills. Furthermore, reading corners also involve student interactions with the books provided and discussions with peers.    

This research aims to analyze the role of Driving Teachers in helping to make the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum successful in the 19 Peninjauan Elementary Schools (SD). The Independent Curriculum is an educational policy that aims to provide freedom to educational units in designing learning that is more flexible, meaningful and in accordance with the needs of students. Mobilizing Teachers, as agents of change, are expected to play an important role in the successful implementation of this curriculum. The research method used in this research is qualitative with a literature review approach. The results of the research show that the Mobilization Teacher at SDN 19 Peninjau acts as a learning facilitator, leader of change, and motivator for his colleagues in the successful implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum. Mobilizing Teachers not only focus on teaching in the classroom, but also play an active role in developing the professionalism of other teachers and establishing a school culture that supports the principles of the Independent Curriculum. However, challenges such as limited resources, uneven understanding of the Independent Curriculum, and resistance to change are still the main obstacles.

This study aims to explore the role of entrepreneurship-based social studies learning in building the independent character of 5th grade elementary school students. Using a qualitative approach, this study examines the impact of implementing entrepreneurial learning in the context of social studies on the development of students' independent attitudes, social skills, and ability to innovate. Data were obtained through literature review and content analysis of various relevant literatures, as well as observation of entrepreneurship learning practices in elementary schools. The results show that entrepreneurship-based social studies learning significantly contributes to improving students' independent character, including the ability to make decisions, manage resources, and innovate in solving problems. In addition, this learning also strengthens students' social skills, such as cooperation, communication and leadership. This research suggests that entrepreneurship-based social studies learning should be further expanded at the primary school level to support better development of students' independent character and prepare them to face future social and economic challenges.  

This research examines the influence of the existence of zoned schools on equal access to education in Malang district. The problems in this research are the pros and cons of school principals, teachers, parents and students regarding the school zoning system in Malang district. Based on research conducted by researchers, many school principals, teachers, parents and students do not agree with the existence of a school zoning system. Because students who excel and are competent do not get favorite schools to support their long-term careers. On the other hand, from the teacher side, teachers are very depressed and stressed because they find so few talented and high-quality students in the learning process at school. This research uses qualitative methods in the form of interviews with school principals, teachers, parents and students in the school environment. The research results prove that in the absence of an educational zoning system in Indonesia, you will find many students who excel and excel in elementary, middle and high school. Because with the student zoning system there tends to be no competition between students and other students. However, this has led to a decline in the quality of education in Indonesia through the school zoning system.    

This research aims to determine the effectiveness of contextual learning approaches in subjects. Social Sciences (IPS) in Elementary Schools/Madrasah Ibtidaiyah based on literature review. The contextual learning approach is considered relevant because it allows students to connect lesson material with everyday life experiences, thereby improving students' understanding and critical thinking skills. The method used in this research is a literature study, where researchers collect and analyze various literature sources related to contextual learning and its application in social studies learning. These sources include books, scientific journals, and previous research that supports contextual learning theory and practice. The results of the literature review show that a contextual learning approach can increase student engagement, understanding of the material, as well as critical and analytical thinking skills. The contextual learning approach, based on evidence from the reviewed literature, is effective in improving learning outcomes and student involvement in social studies learning in SD/MI. Thus, this approach can be one of the recommended learning strategies to improve the quality of education in elementary schools.

The implementation of Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)-based questions in primary school education aims to enhance students' critical and creative thinking abilities. However, the biggest challenge in its implementation is how to assess and improve students' understanding of HOTS questions. This study aims to evaluate the understanding of 6-C grade students at SDN 101766 Bandar Setia regarding HOTS questions in Science and Social Studies (IPAS) learning, identify existing gaps in understanding, and provide recommendations for more effective teaching strategies. The research method used is direct observation complemented by a HOTS questionnaire consisting of five questions focused on students' abilities in analysis, evaluation, and creation. The study participants involved 17 students from grade 6-C who were observed in November 2024. The results showed that only 23.5% of students were able to answer the questions well, while the majority, 58.8%, did not understand the questions at all. The students with moderate understanding amounted to 17.7%. Based on these results, it is recommended that HOTS questions be introduced gradually, with improvements in teaching methods and the creation of a learning environment that supports the development of students' critical thinking skills.

The aim of this research is to evaluate the effectiveness of learning simulations in the Pancasila Education subject in implementing creative learning strategies for grade 2 students at SD Negeri Cangkiran 01. This research was conducted using a qualitative descriptive approach, where data collection was carried out through observation, interviews and documentation. The research subjects were 2nd grade teachers and 28 students. The research results show that educational simulations are effective in increasing students' understanding of Pancasila values. This also helps students create more interactive and interesting learning strategies. Demonstrated by better critical thinking skills, better understanding of concepts, and increased student engagement in learning. Educational games based on Pancasila values, stories and role plays are one of the creative learning strategies used. This research shows that educational simulation can be an effective learning alternative in instilling Pancasila values in grade 2 elementary school students at SD Negeri Cangkiran 01.

This study investigates the effectiveness of the Jigsaw cooperative learning model in enhancing fourth-grade students’ understanding of Asmaul Husna in elementary schools. The research employed a pre-test and post-test design, involving an experimental class that applied the Jigsaw method and a control class that used conventional teaching. Data were collected through written tests designed for elementary-level comprehension and observation sheets to record students’ learning activities. The results indicate that the Jigsaw model fosters greater student engagement, encourages collaboration, and facilitates a clearer understanding of the material, as students actively participate in sharing knowledge with peers. In addition, the method nurtures a sense of individual responsibility and improves communication skills among students. The teacher’s role as facilitator proved essential in guiding group interactions and ensuring that learning objectives were met effectively. These findings suggest that the Jigsaw model can serve as an effective alternative strategy for teaching Islamic Religious Education in elementary schools, particularly on topics such as Asmaul Husna that require not only cognitive understanding but also moral application in daily life.

The aim of this research is to find out the influence of Augmented Reality use in on the learning outcomes of elementary school students. The research method used is quantitative with a Pre-Experimental design in the form of One-Group Pretest-Posttest. The sampling technique carried out were a non-probability sampling technique, total sampling type. The sample of this research was 34 students of class IV who were treated using Augmented Reality media. This research was carried out at one of the public elementary school in Bangkalan Madura Regency in the 2024/2025 academic year. The data collection techniques used are observation, tests and surveys. Data analysis techniques include prerequisite tests for normality, homogeneity and hypothesis testing. The research results show that there is an influence of the use of Augmented Reality media on the pre-test and post-test results of class IV students. With the results of the hypothesis test analysis, a sig (2-tailed) value <0.05 was obtained with a sig (2-tailed) value of 0.000. It can be concluded that the hypothesis Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected.

Corruption remains a major challenge in Indonesia. Education plays a crucial role in instilling anti-corruption values from an early age to shape individuals with integrity. One of the core values in anti-corruption education is hard work, which contributes to developing children’s character, fostering independence, discipline, and perseverance. This study aims to analyze how instilling anti-corruption values through hard work can shape children's character in elementary schools. This socialization activities employs a direct socialization method involving students at SDN 023 Samarinda Utara through various activities, such as counseling, simulations, and educational games. The findings indicate that students experience an increased understanding of the importance of integrity and hard work in daily life. Participants demonstrated positive changes in attitude and behavior, such as increased motivation to complete school assignments honestly and responsibly. Thus, instilling anti-corruption values through hard work proves effective in shaping children’s character with integrity. Therefore, the continuation of anti-corruption education programs in schools is essential, involving teachers, parents, and the educational community to create a corruption-free generation.

This research is entitled The Effectiveness of School Operational Assistance Fund Management in Improving the Quality of Education (Case Study at SD Negeri Danau Ina Oesapa). The purpose of this study is to analyze the management of school operational assistance funds at Lake Ina Oesapa State Elementary School in improving the quality of education, which includes the planning, implementation, and evaluation stages. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach, while the type of research used in this study is a descriptive case study research. The results of the study show that SD Negeri Danau Ina Oesapa in the effectiveness of the management of school operational assistance funds (BOS) in improving the quality of education can be said to be effective. This can be seen from the first, the planning for the management of BOS funds at SD Negeri Ina Oesapa begins by compiling RKAS based on needs and in accordance with the components of BOS fund financing to improve the quality of education. Second, the implementation of BOS fund management at SD Negeri Ina Oesapa is adjusted to the RKAS which has been determined to improve the quality of education and in accordance with the BOS fund guidelines. Third, the evaluation of the management of BOS funds at SD Negeri Ina Oesapa is carried out by the principal and the government (Kupang City Education and Culture Office), the evaluation is carried out at the end of each year to correct errors in the management of BOS funds. Even so, there are still inhibiting factors in the management of school operational assistance (BOS) funds, namely, the disbursement of funds often experiences delays in BOS funds, schools are limited in making heavy repairs so that schools are still experiencing a shortage of rooms, and some students whose names are not readable in financial data. It is recommended that the central government needs to accelerate the distribution of BOS funds so that it is on time. Schools are expected to continue to develop facilities and infrastructure.

This research aims to improve the understanding of Fiqh subject on mandatory bathing material for fourth-grade students at MI At Thayyibah Banjar Regency through the implementation of the Student Teams Achievement Division (STAD) cooperative learning model with audiovisual media integration. The research subjects were 15 fourth-grade students consisting of 8 male and 7 female students. This study used a classroom action research approach with the Kemmis and McTaggart spiral model conducted in two cycles. Data collection techniques included participatory observation, comprehension tests, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. The results showed a significant improvement in student understanding, marked by an increase in classical mastery percentage from 40% in the pre-cycle to 67% in the first cycle and 87% in the second cycle. The class average score also increased from 68.7 in the pre-cycle to 75.8 in the first cycle and 83.2 in the second cycle. Student learning activities increased from 39.2% in the pre-cycle to 65.4% in the first cycle and 85% in the second cycle. The implementation of the STAD cooperative learning model with audiovisual media proved effective in improving student understanding through creating a collaborative learning environment, concrete material visualization, and active student involvement in knowledge construction. This research provides important implications for developing more innovative and contextual Fiqh learning strategies at the Islamic Elementary School level.

Inclusive education guarantees the learning rights of children with special needs, including their understanding of Islamic values in public schools. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of inclusive learning and the role of teacher mentoring in instilling Islamic values in children with special needs at SD Fransiskus Bukittinggi Elementary School. A qualitative case study method was employed, with data collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Participants included teachers, children with special needs students, and parents. The results indicate that contextual learning strategies—such as storytelling, simulations, and integrating Islamic values into various subjects—effectively enhance children with special needs understanding. Collaboration among teachers, peers, and parents fosters an inclusive learning environment that supports the internalization of honesty, compassion, and responsibility. The main challenge of limited teacher time was addressed through differentiated approaches and support from shadow teachers. The study concludes that intensive mentoring, adaptive methods, and teacher exemplification are crucial in building children with special needss understanding of Islamic values. Recommendations include teacher training, development of children with special needs -friendly media, and supportive policies for sustaining Islamic value-based inclusive education.

This study aims to analyze the effect of the Realistic Mathematics Education (RME) approach on the mathematical problem-solving abilities of elementary school students. RME is a learning approach that connects mathematical concepts with real situations that students can find in everyday life. The research method used is qualitative research by reviewing the results of previous studies that are relevant in the context of mathematics learning in elementary schools. Based on the analysis of various studies, the results of the study indicate that the application of RME can improve students' mathematical problem-solving abilities. This is evident in various materials such as geometry (circumference and area of ​​trapezoids and kites), mixed arithmetic operations, and equivalent fractions. RME also plays a role in increasing students' self-esteem and self-efficacy in learning mathematics, which in turn strengthens their motivation and performance. In addition, the learning media used in RME, such as geoboards, can enrich students' learning experiences and facilitate understanding of mathematical concepts in a more concrete way. This study provides an overview that RME not only improves students' cognitive abilities, but also supports their emotional and social development in the context of mathematics learning.

Learning mathematics in the technological era presents new challenges. The learning process has undergone a transformation towards digitalization. One form of innovation is the utilization of technological media such as Google Sites to assist students in learning mathematics. This research discusses the transformation of developing interactive teaching materials in learning mathematics for grade 5 elementary school students through the Google Sites platform. As a learning tool, Google Sites allows teachers to design more interesting and interactive teaching materials with the integration of text, images, videos, and animations. This research uses the literature study method to explore the potential of technology-based media in improving the quality of mathematics learning. The results of the study show that the use of Google Sites can improve students' understanding of the material, learning outcomes, as well as their active involvement in the learning process. In addition, the flexibility of access and cloud-based features make it easier for students and teachers to support distance learning or blended learning. Thus, this study confirms the importance of technological innovation in mathematics learning to improve the quality of basic education.

The high level of internet access among children aged 5 years and over in Indonesia with a percentage of 12.43%, the 3rd highest in the classification of internet use based on age after those aged 25 years and over in first place and those aged 19-24 years in second place. This research aims to determine the relationship between the duration of device use and cognitive development in 6 year old children at SDN Sukaraya 04 in 2024. This research design uses a cross-section technique with the entire population of 82 6 year old students at SDN Sukaraya 04 and their parents. the. The sampling technique was a total sampling of 82 students. Data were collected using primary data by distributing questionnaires with data analysis using univariate analysis and bivariate analysis using the chi square test. Based on the research results, it shows that there is a relationship between the duration of device use and the cognitive development of 6 year old children at SDN Sukaraya 04 in 2024 with a statistical p value of 0.002 (a<0.05) and the OR result was 6.026. Based on the research results, 21 respondents (47.7%) who used devices in the risk category experienced poor cognitive development. It is hoped that this research can be a guide for parents to pay more attention to the duration of device use for children aged 6 years so as not to interfere with cognitive development.

Education plays an important role in shaping a child's character and personality. Schools as formal educational institutions are not only tasked with imparting knowledge, but are also a place for the formation of social values, morals and behavior. (Cahyani et al., 2021) However, the reality shows that schools are often places where negative behavior emerges, one of which is bullying. The method used in this community service activity uses a participatory method by involving the school in the continuity of socialization activities. The approach taken is to direct and explain efforts to deal with the implications of bullying through the elementary school environment. The place of service was carried out at SDN Penikenek, Nagawutung District, Lembata Regency involving research subjects consisting of the Principal, teachers, students, grades 1-6. Community service activities with the title "educational services in overcoming the implications of bullying at SDN Penikenek in Penikenek Village, Nagawutung District, Lembata Regency". Penikenek Elementary School is an elementary school with 39 students and 11 teachers. This service activity takes place by providing material through outreach and donating wall magazines in the form of magazines related to bullying prevention. Implementation of the outreach program at SDN Penikenek is a strategic step designed to increase students' awareness and understanding regarding the dangers of bullying. In this activity, material about the definition, impact and ways to prevent bullying is delivered using a participatory method involving all elements of the school. This method has proven effective in creating open dialogue, building empathy, and increasing collective commitment to overcoming bullying.