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Children with special needs are children who have unique characteristics compared to (regular) children. To facilitate learning progress, teachers can apply a differentiated learning model. Differentiated learning is one of the learning models where teachers use a variety of different learning methods according to the characteristics, interests, learning styles, and abilities of students. The purpose of this study is to find out more about differentiated learning and how it is implemented in Class VIII Special Schools. This research uses descriptive qualitative method. The data collection methods used were observation, interview, and note-taking. The data subjects in this research are teachers and students of class VIII of SMPLB Insan Mulia Tangerang Regency. The research location is in Pisangan Jaya village, Tangerang Regency. The result of the learning that has been implemented is the discovery of 3 strategies in differentiated learning, Content Differentiation. Content refers to the curriculum and learning materials; 2. Process Differentiation. How students process ideas and information; 3. Product Differentiation. How students demonstrate what they have learned; 4. Differentiation of Learning environment. Differentiated learning has a positive impact on student engagement and learning outcomes, so students do not struggle with learning.

The aim of this research is to explain the influence of the Snowball Throwing Learning Model on the Ability to Write Short Story Texts in Class IX Students of SMP Negeri 4 Medan in the 2022/2023 Academic Year. The population of this study was all students in class IX of SMP Negeri 04 Medan consisting of 11 classes with a total of 324 students. The samples taken were class IX-1 as the experimental class and class IX-2 as the control class. The method used in this research is an experimental method with a two group post-test design, with a research instrument in the form of an assignment to create a short story text. The experimental class got an average score of 78.33 while the control class got an average score of 73.50. This means that the value obtained by the experimental class is higher than the value obtained by the control class. Based on the results of the analysis, it was found that the data results were normally distributed. After carrying out a normality test of p > 0.05 at a significant level, the results of the normality test of the experimental posttest data were (0.059 > 0.05), and the normality test results of the control posttest data were (0.200 > 0.05). The results of the homogeneity test for the ability to write short story texts were p-value > α = 0.05 with posttest results for the experimental class and control class of 0.070 > α = 0.05 and the hypothesis test obtained a significance value of 0.045.

This research is motivated by the fact that the curriculum used in schools is not yet optimal. There are still many student behaviors that tend to be selfish and show an attitude of not caring. This research aims to determine the character of Muhammadiyah 1 Seyegan Middle School students through the hidden curriculum that is applied. This research method uses a qualitative type and descriptive approach taking the background of Muhammadiyah 1 Seyegan Middle School. The results of the research show that the form of hidden curriculum implemented at SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Seyegan consists of spiritual and social aspects which include 5S culture (smile, greeting, greeting, politeness), morning tadarus, routine infaq, congregational prayer, memorizing surahs, reading write the Koran, reading corner and blessed Friday. The implication of the hidden curriculum is to instill in students religious character, discipline and responsibility. Supporting factors include teacher example, teacher motivation and parental support. The inhibiting factors are yourself and your peers.

The pair-check method is a novel instructional approach to enhance students' reading comprehension. The study aimed to examine the impact of applying the pair check method for teaching reading comprehension students at SMPN. The experimental group consisted of 30 students, while in the control group, 30 students received instruction without any specific reading method, relying solely on opening a dictionary. The sample comprised 20 students from class A and B as the sample. The control group was instructed by using reading method and the experimental group was taught by applying pair checks method. The pre-test and post-test scores were compared between the experimental and control groups. The results indicated that the experimental class exhibited significant improvement in both pre- and posttest scores, with a notable increase in the average score from 33.6 in the pretest to 33.32 in the posttest. In addition, the control class, employing traditional teaching methods, exhibited a substantial increase in posttest score, indicating noteworthy progress in learning outcomes. These findings underscore the importance of instructional methods in influencing student outcomes, with the pair-Check method emerging as a practical and effective tool for improving reading comprehension in the educational setting. Further research and analysis are recommended to delve deeper into the statistical significance of these observations and to inform future instructional strategies for optimizing student learning outcomes in the classroom.

The authors were inspired to conduct this study after noticing a variety of issues among SMPN 1 Tigo Nagari pupils, particularly in PAI classes. These issues persist despite the school's best efforts to enforce discipline. The problem is that some students continue to arrive late to class, others consistently disobey rules, and others still resort to slurs in their everyday interactions with one another. Still, there are those well-behaved students whose academic performance falls short of standards. The goal of this research was to find out if there was a connection between parental discipline and academic success at SMPN 1 Tigo Nagari.Pearson Product Moment was used for the quantitative correlation analysis in this study. SMP N 1 Tigo Nagari is the site of this investigation. All 160 pupils from grades VII.A through VII.E were included in the analysis. Forty students were selected using proportional random selection for this investigation. The writer employed all of seventh grade as a research sample, selecting eight students at random from each of two classes. Most pupils have already completed some level of general education. A questionnaire was the method of data collection in this study.Based on the data analysis, the study found no statistically significant correlation between students' home study habits and their academic performance.  

Peran Guru dalam dunia Pendidikan sangat penting karena selain mendidik, Guru juga dituntut mencerdaskan masa depan anak bangsa Indonesia di sekolah. Siswa akan selalu mencontoh apa yang dilakukan oleh Guru. Oleh sebab itu guru perlu menerapkan disiplin yang tinggi mulai dari kehadiran masuk ke sekolah, kehadiran mengajar maupun pulang mengajar. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah merancang sistem manajemen presensi pembelajaran guru di Sekolah Menengah Pertama berbasis mobile dengan GPS sebagai penanda lokasi presensi. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan model pengembangan perangkat lunak prototipe serta metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah wawancara, observasi, dan studi Pustaka. Ruang lingkup penelitian meliputi rancangan sistem dalam bentuk prototipe yang dapat menyimpan data presensi kehadiran guru di sekolah, kehadiran guru di kelas, berita acara pengajaran, waktu keluar mengajar dan waktu pulang secara efektif dan efisien karena data akan tersimpan di sistem database, sehingga dapat mencegah risiko kehilangan data. Hasil pengujian sistem presensi berbasis mobile yaitu dapat dimanfaatkan bagi pihak pemangku kepentingan seperti Kepala Sekolah dan Yayasan dalam pengambilan kebijakan terkait implementasi sistem dan evaluasi kinerja Guru.

Community service activities are a series of activities that involve the community to improve skills and knowledge as well as empower the community both economically and socially. In this research, community service focuses on interactive outreach about the importance of healthy and nutritious food to students at Muhammadiyah Middle School 61 Tanjung Selamat, In this research, the counseling method was used with an Education and Training approach to students at SMP Muhammadiyah 61 involving 50 students in grades 8 c and d. The results of this activity show a positive impact in increasing students’ knowledge and understanding regarding healthy and nutritious food. In the aspect of knowledge about Healthy and Nutritious Food there has been an increase of 56%, students are better able to know what healthy and nutritious food is and its purpose. Why we should eat healthy and nutritious food. Furthermore, knowledge about Healthy and Nutritious Food Components has increased by 74% where students are able to identify important components in healthy food such as protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber and vitamins and minerals. In conclusion, healthy and nutritious food is an indicator of clean, healthy living behavior at school. This counseling can provide practical experience to students, so that they can apply this knowledge in everyday life. And it is hoped that students will prioritize eating healthy food, especially healthy snacks, bringing lunch and breakfast every day before doing activities.

Education is the most important sector in the rise of a nation and state. The pattern of education in Indonesia has undergone many changes from time to time, many changes have been raised or these changes, one of which is the emergence of an independent curriculum and creating a P5 learning program. This P5 learning runs effectively. With this P5 or Pancasila Student Profile is a good influence and reference in developing student competence and character which is the main goal of this independent curriculum. P5 has 5 dimensions, namely; The values of mutual aid, social justice, democracy, the One and Only God, and just and civilized humanity. This study aims to illustrate the importance of the role of P5 in Catholic Religious Education or other learning. The research methods that children use are observational research methods and use literature review research methods, and several other sources such as articles, journals, related books.

The Nusantara Real Work Lecture on Religious Moderation is a priority program of the Indonesian Ministry of Religion focusing on community service through collaboration with Religious Universities in realizing religious moderation at KKN locations. In this case, Tewang Rangkang Village became the selected village by the Ministry of Religion by implementing a competition program, namely the organizer of the Christian Guidance Committee for Religious Moderation to become a Religious Moderation Village. The aim of the NMB KKN is to strengthen the religious values of the Tewang Rangkang Village community through the main and superior work program of group IX of the Nusantara KKN Religious Moderation. The NMB KKN implementation method uses a type of research and service, namely PAR Participatory Action Research or action research involving the community, the Tewang Rangkang Village government and the Elementary School and Junior High School Education sectors in facing the excesses of globalization with a lack of community participation in religious activities and a lack of ability to realize moderation. religious. The results of the NMB KKN for 40 days showed that Tewang Rangkang Village had become a Religious Moderation Village by being able to implement the 4 pillars of religious moderation, namely diversity based on ideology, non-violence, tolerance and accommodating local culture. Based on the main and superior work program of Group IX, there is the principle of sustainable development as one of the elements of PAR. Furthermore, the results of NMB Group IX KKN can have an impact on all parties involved through the socialization of religious moderation at the educational levels of SDN 1 Tewang Rangkang, SDN 2 Tewang Rangkang, SMPN 2 Tewang Sangalang Garing and the output obtained, namely inter-religious religious competitions (Islam, Christianity, Hinduism). so as to create harmony between religious communities which is an embodiment of the values of religious moderation at the KKN location in Tewang Rangkang Village, Tewang Sangalang Garing District, Katingan Regency.  

The rapid development of information technology in the current era of globalization cannot be separated from its influence in the world of education. The development of the times requires the world of education to always adjust to technological developments as an increase in the quality of education. One of the many technological applications that are present in the world of education that can be used as learning media in schools is Canva, which is an online design program that provides various kinds of learning media such as presentations, resumes, posters, pamphlets, brochures, graphics, infographics, banners, bookmarks, books, bulletins, and so on. The purpose of this counseling is so that the younger generation can keep up with the times. The training method is carried out in stages, starting from seventh grade to ninth grade. The results of this training can improve students' ability to use the Canva application.

The purpose of this study was to learn how creative the PAI teachers at SMPN 2 Koto Balingka were when using the presentation software Power Point to engage their students who were less engaged in the learning process and more likely to experience frustration and boredom. And the pitfalls that teachers have to deal with while using Power Point. This study employed a descriptive quantitative methodology.Researchers play direct roles as planners, implementers, data collectors, data analysts, and report writers.Collecting information by means of observation, interviews, and written records.Information is gathered from interviews, documents, and libraries. This study's findings suggest that teachers can boost students' understanding of a subject by being creative with Power Point presentations. This can be done by providing clear explanations of the topic at hand, coming up with unique wording for slides, and showing relevant images. Teachers can become more innovative in their use of today's sophisticated technology by making use of Power Point presentations. Students can understand the material presented. The lack of an LCD projector, the disparity between student and teacher proficiency with the PowerPoint software, and the short amount of time available for its use are all factors that dampen teachers' inventiveness while using the program.

Menstruation is the discharge of blood from the genitals. During menstruation, the blood vessels in the uterus are very easily infected. In areas that are hot enough to make the body sweat, this sweat increases the body's moisture levels, especially in the closed and folded sexual and reproductive organs. The aim of the research is to determine the relationship between knowledge of young women and personal hygiene practices during menstruation at SMP Negeri 1 Pematangsiantar in 2023.The type of research carried out was Descriptive Analytical with a cross sectional approach, the population in the study was 35 people using Total Sampling. The data collected in the research is primary data, namely data obtained directly from respondents. The data analysis used is chi squareThe research results showed that the majority had sufficient knowledge with poor personal hygiene, 11 (31.3%) respondents with Chi square 0.001. the majority had poor attitudes with poor personal hygiene as many as 10 (28.5%) respondents with a Chi square of 0.000.The conclusion is that there is a relationship between knowledge and attitudes of young women towards personal hygiene during menstruation at SMP Negeri 1 Pematangsiantar in 2023. It is hoped that all health workers at SMP Negeri 1 Pematangsiantar will be more active in holding programs such as counseling on personal hygiene during menstruation for young women, programs -The program aims to increase the knowledge and attitudes of young women regarding personal hygiene measures during menstruation    

The use of documentary video learning media can have a positive impact on the learning process, especially the understanding of complex concepts and their application in everyday life. Documentary videos can provide a deeper perspective and insight into real life, so it can be a window or tool to better see and understand real life. In this study, documentary videos have been evaluated in the context of Social Studies learning at the junior high school level. The literature review method was used to analyze various aspects of the use of documentary video learning media, including its impact on concept understanding and application in daily life. The results of this literature review provide an in-depth understanding of the factors that support the effectiveness of documentary video learning media, such as good design, content relevance, and instructional support. However, it also identifies some constraints, including the limited accessibility of technology and the need for teacher support in effective implementation. Thus, the findings from this study provide a strong basis for recommending the implementation of documentary video learning media in social studies learning in junior high schools. The practical implications can provide guidance for the development of more interesting and effective learning materials, by utilizing the potential of documentary videos as innovative and relevant learning aids.

The use of documentary video learning media can have a positive impact on the learning process, especially the understanding of complex concepts and their application in everyday life. Documentary videos can provide a deeper perspective and insight into real life, so it can be a window or tool to better see and understand real life. In this study, documentary videos have been evaluated in the context of Social Studies learning at the junior high school level. The literature review method was used to analyze various aspects of the use of documentary video learning media, including its impact on concept understanding and application in daily life. The results of this literature review provide an in-depth understanding of the factors that support the effectiveness of documentary video learning media, such as good design, content relevance, and instructional support. However, it also identifies some constraints, including the limited accessibility of technology and the need for teacher support in effective implementation. Thus, the findings from this study provide a strong basis for recommending the implementation of documentary video learning media in social studies learning in junior high schools. The practical implications can provide guidance for the development of more interesting and effective learning materials, by utilizing the potential of documentary videos as innovative and relevant learning aids.

This research aims to develop literary comic media as a learning medium for middle school students, produce viable comic products, and determine the differences in the results of applying comic media in experimental classes and control classes. This research uses a Research and Development research design. The trial was carried out at SMPN 3 Medan and SMPN 5 Medan. This trial use used True Experimental Design class VII-D at SMPN 3 Medan and class VII-A at SMPN 5 Medan. The instruments given were a product needs questionnaire with 14 questions and a test with 2 questions. Data analysis used the independent t-test which contained a difference test between 2 independent samples and hypothetically used the Mann Withney test which found differences in the independent learning outcomes of junior high school students between using comic media and not using comic media. This is proven from the results of the Mann Withney test calculations, so it can be concluded that there are differences in learning outcomes for junior high school students, and literary comic media is suitable for use as a learning medium. It is hoped that the results of this research can be used by related parties, such as teachers, students and future researchers

Cigarettes are rolls of tobacco which, when consumed, cause harmful effects to both those who smoke them and those who inhale the smoke. Many teenagers are now starting to recognize and try smoking cigarettes. The aim of this research is to find out the effectiveness of the MANGKOK (Teenager Prevent Smoking) game in increasing knowledge and motivation of teenagers at SMPN 01 Lalonggasumeeto in 2023. The research method used is a quantitative approach, Pre-Experimental design type using a one group pretest and posttest design. . The population of this study was 85 students, while the sample was 46 respondents taken using a purposive sampling technique using the Slovin formula. The results of the Paired Sample T-Test show that there is an increase in knowledge and motivation before and after being given the MANGKOK game to teenagers at SMPN 01 Lalonggasumeeto in 2023 with the respective knowledge p-value (0.000) < alpha (0.05) and p-value of motivation (0.001) < alpha (0.05). This research was carried out for 21 days.

Communication space in social life is increasingly limited because we rarely see other people, and everyone will become individualist and less socially sensitive. There needs to be strengthening through sociodrama-based PPKn learning on diversity material to strengthen the sense of unity and unity between.. The purpose of this Classroom Action Research (PTK) is to improve learning outcomes on Indonesian diversity material with the sociodrama method of grade VII-E students in the even semester of the 2022/2023 academic year at SMP Negeri 40 Surabaya. The subject of research is students. Data collection using test and non-test techniques. The data analysis technique uses qualitative data analysis and quantitative data analysis. The results showed that there was an increase in learning outcomes on average 59.5 in the first cycle to 77.3 in the second cycle. For the highest value of 79 in the first cycle to 90 in the second cycle. As well as the value in the first cycle 30 in the first cycle to 62 in the second cycle. The sociodrama method can improve PPKn learning outcomes in Indonesian diversity material for grade VII-E students in the 2022/2023 academic year at SMP Negeri 40 Surabaya.

Siswa sekolah menengah pertama adalah para remaja dengan rentang usia 12-15 tahun yang merupakan kelompok pengguna aktif media sosial. Hasil pengamatan awal menunjukkan bahwa mereka rata-rata menghabiskan antara 3-4 jam setiap hari untuk mengakses media sosial seperti Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, dan Whatsapp. Sehingga dapat dikatakan jika media sosial telah menjadi bagian penting kehidupan mereka sehari-hari. Namun sayangnya, tingginya frekuensi pemakaian media sosial belum diimbangi dengan kecakapan literasi digital. Akibatnya, mereka menjadi tidak dapat menggunakan media sosial secara bijaksana dan menjadi korban peredaran berita bohong (hoax). Berdasarkan permasalahan tersebut, kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kecakapan literasi digital siswa SMP Negeri 37 Pekanbaru melalui program pemerintah yang bertajuk #BijakBersosmed. Kegiatan pengabdian ini dilaksanakan menggunakan dua yakni metode ceramah, metode ini bertujuan untuk membekali siswa dengan wawasan cara pemanfaatan media sosial secara bijaksana. Metode yang kedua adalah praktik yang bertujuan untuk melatih siswa agar mampu mengidentifikasi informasi yang didapatkan dari media sosial. Hasil kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini mampu membangkitkan kesadaran kritis siswa, selain itu siswa juga mengetahui tentang etika bermedia sosial. Setelah mengikuti kegiatan pengabdian ini, para siswa diharapkan mampu menapis berita bohong (hoax), ujaran kebencian (hate speech), dan menghentikan fenomena oversharing bagi para pengguna media sosial.

This research aims to understand the concept of progressivism and explore in depth how a teacher implements progressivism in his teaching practice. Along with changes in social and technological dynamics, learning is no longer simplified to merely transferring information but students also play an active role in learning activities. Research conducted using interviews is a type of qualitative research, which aims to understand a particular phenomenon or context through collecting and analyzing non-numerical data, such as text, images or sound. The subject of this research was a teacher at SMP Negeri 1 Sidamanik, named Hermaulina Siallagan, S.Pd and also the answers to the questions given. Researchers conducted online interviews with sources via Google Meet or the Gmail application. The results of the research show the implementation of progressivism in Mrs. Hermaulina's teaching practice, namely that she defines a teacher as an educator and teacher. In terms of learning carried out by Mrs. Hermaulina, she focuses more on student-centred learning. Then he also prioritizes collaborative learning, both collaboration between teachers and students and collaboration between students and other students. Thus, Mrs. Hermaulina has implemented the flow of progressivism in her teaching practice.

The objectives of this study are to identify the types of teachers’ questioning strategies, to explain the types of questioning strategies that are mostly used, and to describe teachers' reasons for using questioning strategies based on Wajnryb's theory. The subjects of this study were two English teachers SMP N 1 Juwana who taught eighth-grade students. This research used a descriptive qualitative method and the data were collected and obtained from classroom observation, recording, and interview. Research findings show that both teachers used yes/no, short-answer, display, referential, and open-ended questions during the lesson, while imaginative questions never appeared during learning. Short-answer questions and display questions are types of questions that are mostly used by teachers. Research findings show the reason teachers use questioning strategies to provoke student responses and create a pleasant classroom atmosphere so that goals can be achieved. It was proven from classroom observations that students became more active when teachers used questioning strategies during teaching and learning activities.