Continuous Education: Journal of Science and Research

English Language Lecturers’ Attitudes Towards E-learning in the Context of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)

Ali Abedlqader Ali Zendah — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0700

The adoption of e-learning is often deemed essential during emergencies in the Gaza Strip. As a result, Many Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are compelled to transition their classrooms to online delivery. This study, therefore, attempted to investigate the attitudes towards e-learning held by the English Department faculty members at five HEIs in the Gaza Strip-Palestine. The data collection instrument used in this research was the Test of e-Learning Related Attitudes (TeLRA) scale. The collected data were analyzed through means and percentages using SPSS v20 statistical package. The findings show that the participants hold mildly favourable attitudes towards e-learning. It was speculated that lecturers holding mildly favourable attitudes towards e-learning rather than strongly favourable attitudes may be attributed to the lack of training and some other difficulties which may hinder the successful implementation of e-learning in the Gaza Strip HEIs. It is then recommended that training and professional development on e-learning need to be provided to the lecturers in order to raise their awareness of e-learning and its benefits. Further research on lecturers’ attitudes towards e-learning and the difficulties they may encounter while adopting e-learning is essential. Such research may enable lecturers to become aware of their attitudes towards e-learning. It may also help educators and other stakeholders find ways to overcome these difficulties, ultimately supporting the successful implementation of e-learning in the context of the Gaza Strip HEIs.

The Influence of Mind-Mapping Learning Model on Mathematical Communication Skills and Interests of Students of Elementary School 200110 Padangsidempuan City

Suriani Nasution, Hasratuddin Hasratuddin, Rifat Shafwatul Anam, Syahril Syahril — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

The study aims to analyze the differences in students' mathematical communication skills through the mind mapping learning model better than those given regular learning, analyze the differences in students' interest in learning mathematics through the mind mapping learning model better than those given regular learning, analyze the interaction between learning and students' initial abilities on mathematical communication skills, analyze the interaction between learning and students' initial abilities on students' interest in learning mathematics at Padang Sidempuan City Elementary School. The sample was determined as many as 54 people consisting of 2 (two) classes. The research design used in this study was an experimental design with a 2x3 factorial. The results of the study concluded that students' mathematical communication skills were taught with the mind mapping learning model better than using regular learning. Students' mathematical communication skills have a high learning interest better than those with a low learning interest. There is an interaction between learning and initial mathematical abilities on students' mathematical communication abilities. There is an interaction between learning and initial mathematical abilities on students' learning interests.

The Influence of the Picture and Picture Model Assisted by Video Media on the Problem Solving Ability and Mathematics Learning Motivation of Students at SDN 100312 Pargarutan Jae South Tapanuli

Hasnah Doharni, Hasratuddin Hasratuddin, Rahmad Husein, Syahril Syahril — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

The research aims to analyze differences in students' mathematical problem solving abilities through the picture and picture learning model assisted by media and given regular learning, analyze differences in students' mathematics learning motivation through the picture and picture learning model assisted by video media and given regular learning, analyze the interaction between learning and ability students' initial abilities on students' mathematical problem solving abilities, and analyzing the interaction between learning and students' initial abilities on students' mathematics learning motivation at SDN 100312 Pargarutan Jae Tapanuli Selatan. The sample was determined as 62 people consisting of 2 (two) classes. The research design used in this research is an experimental design with a 2x3 factorial. The results of the research concluded that students' mathematical problem-solving abilities through the picture and picture learning model assisted by video media were better than if they were given regular learning at SD Negeri 100312 Pargarut.an Jae Tapanuli Selatan. Students' motivation to learn mathematics through the picture and picture learning model assisted by video media is better than being given regular learning at SD Negeri 100312 Pargarutan Jae Tapanuli Selatan. There is an interaction between learning and students' initial abilities on students' mathematical problem-solving abilities at SD Negeri 100312 Pargarutan Jae Tapanuli Selatan. There is an interaction between learning and students' initial abilities on students' mathematics learning motivation at SD Negeri 100312 Pargarutan Jae Tapanuli Selatan.

The Influence of the Contextual Teaching and Learning Model Assisted by Learning Videos in Improving Student Learning Outcomes and Motivation at SDN Sibangkua South Tapanuli

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

The research aims to describe the difference in influence between the CTL learning model assisted by learning videos and ordinary learning on students' mathematics learning outcomes, describe the difference in influence between the CTL learning model assisted by video learning and ordinary learning on students' learning motivation, describe the interaction between learning and students' initial abilities on results students' mathematics learning, and describing the interaction between learning and students' initial abilities on students' learning motivation at SDN 100106 Sibangkua, South Tapanuli Regency. The research method used is a quasi-experimental method because students' conditions cannot be controlled. The data analysis technique uses 2x3 factorial Anova. The population of this study were students at SD Negeri 100106 Sibangkua, South Tapanuli Regency for the 2021/2022 academic year. The sample consisted of 2 classes consisting of 1 experimental class and 1 control class. The experimental class with the CTL model was assisted by video learning and the control class was taught using regular learning. The results of the research concluded that there was a difference in students' mathematics learning outcomes using the video-based CTL learning model with an average of 78.83 compared to regular learning with an average of 67.67. There is a difference in students' learning motivation using the video-based CTL learning model with a score of 70.42 and regular learning with a score of 66.07. There is an interaction between the learning model and initial mathematics abilities on students' mathematics learning outcomes (0.006<0.06). There is an interaction between the learning model and initial mathematics abilities on students' learning motivation (0.001<0.05).

The Influence of the Mikir Learning Model & Drill Method on Students' Mathematical Argumentation Ability

Akhyaruddin Akhyaruddin, Abdul Mujib — Sat, 26 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

This study aims to analyze the effect of the MIKiR and Drill learning models on the argumentation skills of students at MTs Hifzil Qur'an Medan. This research used a quantitative approach with a posttest-only design. The population consisted of 216 students categorized into high, medium, and low Mathematical Initial Ability (MIA) groups. Using a non-probability sampling technique, the sample size totaled 110 students, with 34 students in the conventional group, 39 students in the MIKiR group, and 37 students in the Drill group. The data were analyzed using descriptive analysis, following prerequisite testing with a two-way ANOVA test. The results showed that both the MIKiR and Drill learning models had a significant effect in improving the argumentation skills of MTs Hifzil Qur'an Medan students, with the average scores of the MIKiR group (79.10) and the Drill group (79.46) being higher than those of the conventional group (73.38).

Efektivitas E-Modul Berbasis Project Based Learning Berbantuan Book Creator dalam Meningkatkan Kreativitas Peserta Didik

Rani Rani, Alfiandra Alfiandra — Sat, 26 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0700

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menghasilkan produk yang valid, praktis, dan efektif yang memiliki dampak dalam meningkatkan kreativitas peserta didik. Penelitian dilakukan di SMP Negeri 2 Indralaya dengan melibatkan peserta didik kelas VIII. Desain penelitian ini menggunakan model ADDIE. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik wawancara, waltrought, angket, dan observasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa : (1) E-modul dinyatakan valid setelah malalui validasi oleh validator ahli materi dengan rata-rata nilai 80% kategori Valid, ahli bahasa dengan rata-rata nilai 93,3% dengan kategori Sangat Valid, dan ahli media dengan rata-rata nilai 95,8% kategori Sangat Valid. (2) E-modul dinyatakan praktis setelah melalui tahap uji coba one-to-one evaluation yang memperoleh rata-rata nilai 91,1% dengan kategori Sangat Praktis dan small group evaluation memperoleh rata-rata nilai 93,3% dengan kategori Sangat Praktis. (3) E-modul dinyatakan efektif untuk digunakan dalam meningkatkan kreativitas belajar peserta didik melalui tahap field test. Adapun peningkatannya yakni pada field test pertama mendapat nilai rata-rata 89,6%, setelah dilanjutkan pertemuan kedua menggunakan e-modul berbasis project based learning meningkat dengan rata-rata nilai 90,4%. Pendapat validator ahli materi, Bahasa, dan media, serta respon peserta didik menyimpulkan bahwa e-modul yang telah dibuat sudah sangat bagus dan bermanfaat untuk menunjang pembelajaran mandiri, fitur interaktif yang terdapat pada book creator dapat memenuhi kebutuhan belajar peserta didik.

Efektivitas Penyuluhan Edukasi Seks Terhadap Pemahaman Tentang Perilaku Seks Bebas pada Anak Remaja Mesjid Al Muttaqin Kelurahan Tegal Sari Mandala III

Laily Misri, Robby Ade Syahputra Pasaribu, Ahmad Ali Habibi, Widya Masitah — Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

Adolescents are a vulnerable age group, particularly susceptible to environmental influences, including risky sexual behaviors. A lack of understanding about healthy sexuality can lead teenagers to engage in premarital or unsafe sexual activities. This study aimed to enhance the effectiveness of sexual education counseling in increasing young people's understanding of free sexual behavior within the Tegal Salimandala III Almutakin Mosque community. A pre-experimental design was employed, utilizing a one-group pretest-posttest approach. The participants consisted of 23 mosque youths selected through purposive sampling. Data collection was carried out using questionnaires administered before and after the counseling session. The findings revealed a significant improvement in participants' knowledge following the intervention, as indicated by a rise in the average scores from the pre-test to the post-test. These findings indicate that sex education through counseling is effective in raising awareness among adolescents regarding the dangers and prevention of free sex behavior. This study recommends the continued implementation of sex education programs in mosque-based youth communities as a preventive measure against risky sexual behaviors.

The Effect of Quantum Learning Method Toward Students Vocabulary Mastery in Grade V of SDN 03 Pakan Labuah

Sri Novelta Agustia, Loli Safitri, Melyann Melani, Syahrul Syahrul — Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 -0700

This study explores the effect of the Quantum Learning method on vocabulary mastery among fifth-grade students at SDN 03 Pakan Labuah. The research used a quasi-experimental design, where an experimental group taught using Quantum Learning and a control group receiving traditional teaching methods. Data were collected through pre-tests and post-tests measuring students' vocabulary mastery. The results demonstrated a significant improvement in the experimental group's vocabulary scores (p-value = 0.000), suggesting that the Quantum Learning method had a positive impact on vocabulary acquisition. However, no significant difference was found between the experimental and control groups when comparing overall vocabulary mastery scores (p-value = 0.242). Despite this, the experimental group outperformed the control group in post-test results, further supporting the effectiveness of the Quantum Learning method in enhancing vocabulary mastery. This study contributes to the growing body of research on innovative teaching methodologies, offering valuable insights into the application of Quantum Learning in language education. Future research should focus on exploring long-term effects and the role of contextual factors in the method's effectiveness.

Organizational Management of SMP IT Mutiara in Improving Teacher Professionalism through Academic Supervision

Riswan Hadi — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0700

This study aims to analyze the organizational management pattern at Mutiara IT Junior High School and the implementation of academic supervision as a strategy to improve teacher professionalism and its impact on learning quality. The approach used is qualitative with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documentation. The results show that Mutiara IT Junior High School implements collaborative, participatory, and structured-based organizational management, with transformational principal leadership. The open organizational structure enables effective coordination in the implementation of academic supervision. Academic supervision is conducted systematically and sustainably with an approach of mentoring, reflection and adjustment based on teachers' needs and the learning context. The implementation of this supervision increases teachers' awareness of the importance of reflective learning and continuous professional development. The positive impact is seen in the improvement of pedagogical competence, commitment to duty, and active participation of teachers in self-development. These findings confirm the importance of effective organizational management and academic supervision in creating a productive and innovative educational ecosystem. Thus, Mutiara IT Junior High School serves as a best practice model for managing school organizations to support teacher professionalism and education quality.