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Richard Rorty’s Syncretism: Are There Any “Pure” Pragmatists at All
Authors:   Institute of Philosophy and Law SB RAS, Novosibirsk, Russia, Tselishcheva Oksana
Published: September 2024

The article presents a response to Igor Dzhokhadze’s critical review of Oksana Tselishcheva’s book Richard Rorty: A Marginal Analytical Philosopher.” The main reproach of Dzhokhadze lies in the incorrect, from his point of view, depiction of the figure of Rorty, who, according to Dzhokhadze, is “a monoideist philosopher who, for 35 years of his life, adhered to one essentially unchanged position [of a pragmatist].” The author rejects this “monoideism” attributed to Rorty, showing that, firstly, Dzhokhadze ignores Rorty’s assessment of his own philosophy, and secondly, wrongfully restricts his philosophical evolution — from a linguistic turn to analytical philosophy and its criticism and the subsequent turn to an increasingly rich palette of philosophical prose with its inherent relativism syncretism, ecumenism and pluralism. The author questions Dzhokhadze’s confidence that Rorty’s “pragmatism” excludes the above-mentioned evolution of the philosopher’s views, showing that pragmatism itself acts as an umbrella term for a rather diverse philosophical techniques and views. The article refutes the popular view supported by Dzhokhadze that criticism of analytical philosophy resulted in Rorty’s final rejection of its methods and values, and shows that the evolution of his philosophy led to the recognition of its parity with the “instructive, revolutionary, hermeneutic” philosophy recognized by him. This is evidenced by the title of Tselishcheva’s book, quoting Rorty’s own confession. Unlike Dzhokhadze, the author considers Rorty’s re-description of himself to be the most important topic, which is reflected in the evolution of his views on the essence of philosophy, from “philosophy as the conversation of mankind” to “philosophy as cultural policy.” Critical assessments of other researchers, in order to limit the consideration of Rorty’s work to the “more or less accurate and well-founded” opinion of one researcher (in this case, Dzhokhadze), are not motivated by scientific considerations, which are indicated in this article.
René Girard, the Nihilism of Post-Truth, and the Escalation of Violent Undifferentiation
Authors:   Charles Sturt University, Canberra, Australia, Cowdell Scott
Published: September 2024

Today’s cluster of geopolitical threats are helpfully addressed by the mimetic theory of René Girard. He accounts for human order and stability in light of cathartic violence preserved in socio-religious form, enabling the peaceful management of desire and the restraint of violent disorder. The challenge to this mechanism represented by Judeo-Christian revelation offers a nonviolent alternative vision but also brings the threat of instability, which has returned in modern times — an insight that Girard identifies in Friedrich Nietzsche, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, and Carl von Clausewitz. In phenomena such as fake news and political populism, the culture wars in which Western self-aggrandisement is matched by its cultural self-laceration, the climate crisis, and the potential escalation to extremes of modern military conflict, the pathologies of mimetic desire threaten humanity with apocalyptic consequences.
The Mimetic Theory Today and Its Future
Authors:   University of Innsbruck, Austria, Palaver Wolfgang
Published: September 2024

The article discusses in a first step the explanatory power of mimetic theory as René Girard has applied it himself and as many other scholars in different academic fields. Girard understood his approach as a hypothesis that must be proven. His scholarly attitude is underlined with two examples of self-correction that he undertook during the unfolding of his theory. Today also people outside academia show an increasing interest in mimetic theory. It has also become a helpful approach to explain the current stage of our world by the example of two books, which is discussed at the end of the first section of this article. The second and third parts address important roads for future research in mimetic theory. Girard’s scapegoat theory has recently been discussed with archeologists at the Neolithic site of Çatalhöyük in Central Anatolia. This discussion as well as new research by primatologists may help to develop a more nuanced understanding of how an originary violence has shaped human culture. The second part of this article will refer to recent publications in this direction. The third and final part will explore possibilities for mimetic theory to reach beyond its usual focus on Judaism and Christianity. It recommends a closer connection with the axial age thesis and today’s world religion in general. It is important to note that Jewish as well as Muslim scholars have recently applied mimetic theory in their own works. I especially highlight Adnane Mokrani’s Islamic theology of nonviolence that he developed in dialogue with Girard’s approach. The dangerous stage of our current world necessitates an emphasis on nonviolence in the different religious and cultural traditions.
ELECTROPHYSIOLOGICAL MEASURES OF AUDITORY IMPAIRMENT IN NOISE-EXPOSED, NORMAL-HEARING SOLDIERS
Authors: Sargsyan Gayane H. , Garabedian Erea-Noel , Bakhshinyan Vigen , Ananyan Gnel , Mesropyan Hayastan , Morsikyan Irina , Aghababyan Armine , Simonyan Svetik , Sargsyan Sona , Shukuryan Arthur
Published: September 2024

Introduction

Some electrophysiological changes can occur in the auditory system in response to noise exposure with or without any permanent auditory threshold shift. The purpose of this study was to identify and measure cochlear function after noise exposure in individuals with
normal hearing according to standard audiometric thresholds.

Material and methods

Pure tone audiometry (PTA) over the standard 0.250–8 kHz range and at 12 kHz, as well as distortion product otoacoustic emission (DPOAE) and auditory brainstem response (ABR) testing, were performed on 42 soldiers who had participated in combat. A control group of 40 participants underwent the same tests.

Results

In the noise-exposed group, significantly poorer PTA thresholds were recorded at 12 kHz. DPOAE levels were significantly low only at 4 kHz. On ABR testing, both wave I and wave V demonstrated a significant decrease in amplitude and a significant increase in latency for
the noise-exposed group.

Conclusions

Our findings reveal that high levels of noise can not only damage outer hair cells but also cause changes at the level of the synapses (synaptopathy) which are not evident using standard PTA tests. However, electrophysiological methods can detect some changes in cochlear function.
Bacterial fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) in Ephydatia muelleri v1
Authors: Womack Haley , Geiger Gwendolyn , Nichols Scott
Published: September 2024

This protocol is used to visualize bacteria in and around gemmule-hatched freshwater sponges using a Eubacteria FISH probe.
ImageJ Analyses of Mitochondria (HSP60) in TH+ cells v2
Authors: Pavan Chiara , Frausin Stefano , Kit (Leo) Lam Wai , Parish Clare
Published: September 2024

This protocol explains how to use Fiji to analyse mitochondria in iPSC derived dopaminergic neurons in culture for parameters such as network branching, sphericity and mean total branch length.
Guidelines for verification of the DDNS method for poliovirus direct detection v1
Authors: Akello Joyce , Shaw Alex , Troman Catherine , Bujaki Erika , Majumdar Manasi , Martin Javier , Grassly Nick
Published: September 2024

This document describes a pragmatic approach to conduct in-house verification of the DDNS method for detection of polioviruses. A laboratory should conduct an in-house verification on the entire DDNS method to confirm that the required performance characteristics can be met within the settings. This can prove that the laboratory can adequately perform the method as intended achieving the DDNS performance requirements for the sample matrix (stool) to which the DDNS method is applied for. Verification of the DDNS method will be assessed based on the following parameters: accuracy and sensitivity.To verify the DDNS method performance, the laboratory should ensure that lab personnel are adequately trained, competent, and qualified to perform the DDNS method. It is the responsibility of each laboratory to ensure that staff have attended DDNS training, biosafety risk assessment is performed, and adequate protective equipment is available to staff. Note: We recommend working closely with members of the Polio Sequencing Consortium (PSC) before and during the verification of the DDNS method to ensure that the laboratory has all the required components and competency to perform the full protocol. Purpose To outline the key steps of how to conduct in-house verification of the DDNS method for poliovirus detection from stool suspensions. This will include establishing the laboratory’s detection sensitivity by performing spiking experiments of water and negative stool using dilution series of the assay positive control (Coxsackievirus A20), testing known positive and negatives samples, and testing a set of blinded samples. The completed in-house verification will demonstrate that your lab results are in line with how the DDNS method has been designed to perform. This will allow to obtain more reliable data and a QA process that protects the integrity of your data overall. Results from the consecutive stages of the in-house verification should be recorded in the verification report document, discussed with the Polio Sequencing Consortium and the reports become part of your laboratory’s QA records. Overview of the procedure is shown in Figure 1 below.
PELSA protocol v1
Authors: Li Kejia , Ye Mingliang
Published: September 2024

This protocol details a step-by-step procedure of PELSA method, a modification-free approach that achieves unprecedented sensitivity in proteome-wide target identification and binding-region determination. Following this procedure, one can determine the binding proteins, binding regions, and binding affinities of the analyte ligand.
HYBRID LEARNING: STRATEGI PENYELENGGARAAN PEMBELAJARAN PASCA PENERAPAN KEBIJAKAN PTMT DI MASA PANDEMI COVID-19
Authors: Vonny Vonny , Shiyama Fariha , Supriyatin Supriyatin
Published: September 2024

Penyelenggaraan pendidikan di masa pandemi covid-19 menuntut terjadinya penyesuaian dan perubahan kebijakan yang sangat drastis. Kebijakan awal penyelenggaraan pendidikan di sekolah, berupa pembelajaran jarak jauh, yang menuntut pengadopsian pembelajaran berbasis online yang sudah lama dikenal dengan online learning. Namun demikian, tidak semua sekolah memiliki kesiapan cukup untuk menyelenggarakan online learning, sehingga banyak kekurangan terjadi dalam pelaksanaannya.  Setelah kasus covid-19 berkurang, melalui berbagai evaluasi, kebijakan Pertemuan Tatap Muka Terbatas (PTMT) diberlakukan. Kebijakan PTMT diterapkan oleh setiap satuan pendidikan dengan pendekatan yang bervariasi. Penelitian ini memberikan gambaran deskriptif mengenai penyelenggaraan pembelajaran di beberapa sekolah pasca diterapkannya kebijakan PTMT, serta pendapat guru mengenai pelaksanaan penyelenggaraan kebijakan tersebut di sekolah masing-masing. Data diambil melalui survey yang disebarkan secara acak, dan didapatkan 82 responden dari berbagai sekolah. Validasi butir pertanyaan dihitung dengan menggunakan rumus alpha cronbach pada tingkat signifikansi 5%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa setelah kebijakan PTMT diberlakukan, 49% satuan pendidikan menyelenggarakan pembelajaran  hybrid learning, 38% menyelenggarakan pembelajaran tatap muka di kelas dengan dua gelombang, 10% menyelenggarakan pembelajaran online untuk siswa yang belajar di rumah,  dan tatap muka di kelas pada waktu yang berbeda, sedangkan 4% melakukan kebijakan yang bervariasi lainnya. Dari sudut pandang guru, kebijakan PTMT dinilai memberikan keuntungan pada beberapa aspek. Secara khusus, pada pembelajaran hybrid learning, guru dituntut untuk mampu membagi atensi terhadap siswa yang belajar di rumah dan di sekolah, serta persiapan yang lebih untuk mendesain pembelajaran.
DEVELOPMENT OF ELECTRONIC STUDENT WORKSHEETS THROUGH NATURAL SCIENCE PROJECT-BASED LEARNING IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Authors: Virdayanti Virdayanti , Usman Herlina , Sakmal Juhana
Published: September 2024

This research aims to produce project-based learning-based electronic learner worksheets as a support for natural science learning materials in the fifth grade of elementary school. Methods used by Research Development using an approach developed using; Analyze, Design, Develop, Implementation, and Evaluation (ADDIE). This research was held at Munjul State Elementary School 01 East Jakarta. The steps in this study are 1) Conducting needs analysis through interviews and questionnaires, 2) Making product designs, 3) Conducting product development, 4) Conducting trials to learners and 5) Evaluating products. The object in the study was 30 elementary school fifth graders, data analysis techniques using interviews and questionnaires. The results of the development trial were evaluated by media experts 88.5% material experts 84.61% and linguists obtained from an average score of 92.3% with excellent categories, then the results of product trials through one to one got a score of 83.75% with excellent categories and product trial results through small groups got a score of 88.33 % with very good category. This research shows that project-based learning-based electronic learner worksheets are feasible to be used for learning media as an additional source of fifth-grade elementary school natural science learning.
PODCASTING THROUGH THE PANDEMIC: STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS AND PERFORMANCE AT AN ODL INSTITUTION
Authors: Sevnarayan Kershnee
Published: September 2024

Abstract: The pandemic has prompted the use of supplemental learning tools such as podcasts to become increasingly used to bridge the gap between lecturers and students. This paper argues that podcasting not only sharpens students’ listening skills but also enables them to engage with content more efficiently. This paper is underpinned by the transactional distance theory and the community of inquiry theory to understand the role of podcasting in teaching and learning in distance education. In an attempt to decrease transactional distance, this case study evaluates students’ perceptions of the implementation of podcasts in one South African ODL university, as an example, and investigates the effectiveness of using podcasts as a supplemental teaching tool in an English language module. The findings suggest that supplemental learning does decrease the transactional distance between lecturers-students and students-content. Moreover, the study found that podcasts tend to foster a teaching, social and cognitive presence that forms a community of inquiry. This paper concludes by providing pedagogical recommendations for teacher and student development in distance education contexts.
PENGEMBANGAN MODUL AJAR BERBASIS MODEL RAYISAH PADA LEMBAGA KURSUS DAN PELATIHAN
Authors: Rahayu Sri , Anim Anim
Published: September 2024

AbstractThis study aims to: (1) produce teaching modules based on the Rayisah learning model that are suitable for use in learning English and (2) to determine the effectiveness, validity, and practicality of the teaching module based on the Rayisah learning model. This type of research is research and development that uses the RD model from Borg and Gall combined with the instructional design model from Dick and Carey. This research method has two stages, namelyIn the phase of developing and trial, the product must pass some validations and trial processes. The result shows that: (1) the assessment of instructional material experts is in the criteria of “very good” (82,94%), (2) the assessment of instructional design experts is in the criteria of “very good” (81,58%), (3) the assessment of instructional model expert is in the criteria of “very good” (94,42%), (4) the assessment of media experts is in the criteria of “very good” (85%), (5) the assessment of individual trial is in the criteria of “very good” (81,03%), (6) the assessment of small group trial is in the criteria of “very good” (90,09%), and (7) the assessment of field trial is in the criteria of “very good” too (92,08%).In the phase of testing the product’s effectiveness, the methode used is quasi experiment. 20 students are in the experimental class which were taught with a life skills based instructional model and 20 students are in the control class which were taught with a conventional one. The result of hypothesis testing indicates that there is a significant difference between the students’ learning outcome in the experimental class and the students’ learning outcome in the control class. This result is concluded based on the post test data processing in which tcount ttable (3.34 1.68) at the significance level of α = 0.05. Therefor, the life skills based instructional model is proper and effective used in learning English at training and course institute.
APPLICATION OF MODERATED REMOTE USABILITY TESTING METHOD ON AGROVEST WEBSITE
Authors: Riani Lutfi , Yuaziva Asa , Rusafni Muhammad Rafi' , Fami Amata , Barus Irma Rasita Gloria
Published: September 2024

This article is intended to improve the user experience on the Agrovest website, with the aim that users continue to use the site and website developers do not miss out on revenue opportunities from existing sources. Agrovest is a platform that provides information about agriculture, from plant types to fertilization. The site comes with various features, such as information about crops and fertilizers, fertilizer calculators, as well as chat rooms. The method used in this study is moderated remote usability testing which is one method of usability testing. The results of the research study revealed that (1) there were 16 findings, consisting of two positive findings, eight neutral findings and six negative findings on Agrovest features (2) the need to improve the Agrovest website to improve user experience. This study also provides recommendations for improving the Agrovest website based on the results of moderated remote usability testing conducted on five participants.© 2023 Educational Technology UPI
Development of Flipchart Learning Media on the Material "The Beauty of Diversity in My Country"
Authors: Putri Faiza Nur Fadillah , Nurhasanah Ana , Taufik Muhammad
Published: September 2024

The learning media development is based on existing teaching materials that do not yet provide an overall picture of cultural diversity in Indonesia, and the methods given by teachers only assign some of the diversity. The urgency in the class has a high level of curiosity, but to see this diversity, the teacher only displays it through his device and gives it to students who ask questions, resulting in an uneven distribution of student activity. Therefore, the research aims to ascertain the steps for making flipchart learning media, the validity of experts, and students' responses to flipchart media. The research method was RD, using the ADDIE model, with material expert testing: curriculum, methods, language, and evaluation, and learning media expert testing in verbal, cover design, content design, and typography. The feasibility test was carried out by four lecturers of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education. The validation results from the two validators' material experts obtained an average percentage of 94%, with the criteria being "very feasible." The two validators' learning media expert validation received 87.5%, with the criteria "very feasible." With the "very feasible" criteria, the overall average percentage of validators was 90.75%. For student responses, a percentage of 91.5% was attained, with the criteria being "very feasible." Based on the validation results of two material expert lecturers, two media expert lecturers, and the responses of class IV students, flipchart learning media could be described as "very suitable" for use in elementary schools and could enhance student activity.
Learning Transformation in the Post-Pandemic Era: Synergy of Teacher and Parent Collaboration in Elementary Schools
Authors: Kusrin Kusrin , Herzamzam Dyah Anungrat , Sutisna Enthis , Yudha Chrisnaji Banindra
Published: September 2024

Changes in educational paradigms and practices after the COVID-19 pandemic are a reflection of educational improvements, examples of good practices, and predictions for the future. This research aims to investigate learning transformation in the post-COVID-19 pandemic era, focusing on the synergy of collaboration between teachers and parents at the elementary school level. The research method used was descriptive qualitative using an elementary school case study method. The research subjects involved teachers and parents of fifth-grade students at the State Elementary School of Wanasari 05 Cibitung Sub-district, who were involved in collaborative efforts. The data collection instruments in this research were interviews and observation. The data obtained would be analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, with a data analysis process that included data reduction, where the data obtained was compiled, selected, and focused on aspects relevant to the research objectives. The research results demonstrated a transformation in post-pandemic learning approaches, especially through collaboration between teachers and parents. These collaborative practices covered strategies such as regular meetings and utilizing communication technology. It was also found that the synergy between teachers and parents positively impacted the quality of student learning, particularly in terms of motivation, understanding of the material, and social support.
Implementation of the Cooperative Learning Model to Develop Soft Skill Aspects in Elementary School Students
Authors: Zahra Zhaffa Ramadhani , Hendracipta Nana , Pribadi Reksa Adya , Hakim Zerri Rahman
Published: September 2024

The current shift in the educational paradigm can be observed in Indonesia's emphasis on developing 21st-century skills. Soft skills are now a criterion for the quality of human resources, and their acquisition must be habitual. This can begin with classroom learning activities as well as supporting activities outside of the classroom. The purposes of this research were, therefore, to 1) analyze the learning process using the cooperative learning model, 2) apply the cooperative learning model to analyze supporting and inhibiting factors for learning activities, and 3) describe the impact of using the cooperative learning model on developing soft skills in class V students at the Islamic Integrated Elementary School of Irsyadul Ibad, particularly in the class of Hanzalah. In this study, descriptive methods were combined with a qualitative approach, and the data were gathered as a set of words and images. The data from observation, documentation, and interview sources were thus analyzed by the researchers in this study. The study's findings demonstrated that: 1) Students' soft skills can be developed in the classroom using the cooperative learning model. 2) Activities outside of learning, such as extracurricular activities, can help students develop their soft skills. 3) The cooperative learning model can be used to teach students basic skills like communication, self-confidence, cooperation, creativity, and critical attitudes.
Have Some Signatories of a Covid-19 Literature Open Access Agreement Reneged on Their Promise?
Authors: Teixeira da Silva Jaime A. , Okagbue Hilary I.
Published: September 2024

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is one of humanity’s greatest modern socio-medical challenges. Cognizant of the serious nature of this pandemic, and before it was characterized as such, the Wellcome Trust in the UK took the bold and important initiative to call on publishers to make any research related to COVID-19 open access (OA) and encourage them to adopt open data (OD) policies. In a public statement, many publishers of subscription-based and OA journals agreed that all literature related to COVID-19 would be OA as a service to the public, society and humanity. Despite that stated agreement, evidence indicates that not all literature pertaining to this pandemic or virus is OA. In thus study, Web of Science data (August 4, 2021) indicates that 83.7% of 2020 COVID-19-related literature (78.4% for 2021; average of 81.2%) is OA, i.e., an average of 19.8% in 2020 and 2021 was not OA. It is not clear why that literature is not OA. Signatories of that Wellcome Trust-coordinated statement should offer a public explanation, or abandon being signatories.
Survey on The Need of Labelling Tools Kit
Authors: Johan Riche Cynthia , Ardiansah Ardiansah , Suhardini Dini
Published: September 2024

Labelling books is one of the technical activities in the processing section of the library. This research is an initial study of the need to provide tools for labelling books, so as to provide convenience in the technical process of pairing bibliographic information in one book. The survey method was conducted on 21 librarians working in school libraries in West Java province. The results obtained were that every school librarian already had technical competence in processing library materials, and stated that they needed tools for the process of placing book labels. The librarians state that labelling is one of the library management activities to make the align collections or shelving easier for librarians so that collections can be accessible to library users. It is also beneficial for shelf reading to check if a library collection is improperly shelved and effectively locate missing or stolen books In addition to accessibility and shelf reading purposes, spine labels also give a sense of tidiness in the library because they are aligned and have the same size label used.
The Role of Library and The Library of Special Needs School Staff in Implementation of The School Literacy Movement (Gls) for Visually Impaired Student
Authors: Karrany Zahra Nurfabella , Saepudin Encang , Prahatmaja Nurmaya
Published: September 2024

This research aims to determine the implementation of Gerakan Literasi Sekolah and the role of libraries and library staffs of extraordinary school in implementing Gerakan Literasi Sekolah for Visually Impaired Students at SLBN-A Citeureup Kota Cimahi referring to the Minister of Education and Culture Regulation No. 23 of 2015 concerning manners. The research method used in this study is a qualitative research method with a case study approach. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation, interviews, literature studies and documentation. The results of this study indicate that (1) the role of the library of extraordinary school in the implementation of GLS at SLBN-A Citeureup is to provide facilities and infrastructure for residents in the school environment to carry out literacy by procuring a collection of books, CDs, tools for literacy and placing reading corners at strategic places. (3) the role of library staff in implementing GLS at SLBN-A Citeureup is to become a facilitator in carrying out GLS program policies and preparing everything related to the needs of GLS activities in schools
Factors Affecting the User Satisfaction of Online Catalog Information Systems (UNSLA)
Authors: Masriyatun Masriyatun , Fatmawati Rustania
Published: September 2024

UPT Online Catalog Application Library is one of Library Application used by the user at University of Sebelas Maret Surakarta. Statistical results from the assessment and review of the user in 2022, show that the satisfaction level is still low and there are various complaints from the users against the UPT Online Catalog Application of the Library of the University of Sebelas Maret Surakarta. Thus, researchers are interested in discussing this using quantitative research methods. Quantitative research with this type of associative research is used to look at relationships or influences between two or more variables. Researchers used Slovin's formula to determine the sample. The population in the research are 671. Then, the results of 87 respondents were obtained as a sample. The result of this research shows that all variables including content, accuracy, timeliness, form, ease of use have a relationship with user satisfaction of the UPT Library online catalog information system of University of Sebelas Maret Surakarta. The influence of free variables using the UPT library online catalog information system on user satisfaction is 38.8% while the rest (100% - 38.8%) is 61.2 percent influenced by other variables. Suggestions to libraries to improve the UPT Online Catalog Information System of the Library of the University of Sebelas Maret Surakarta include content, accuracy, timeliness, form, and ease of use in order to provide satisfaction and positive assessment of the users.
Program “EARS” Sebagai Upaya Penurunan Stres dan Meningkatkan Psychological Well-Being Pasca Pandemi Pada Mahasiswa
Authors: Yuliardi Amanda Putri , Zakariyya Farhan , Zafirah Farah
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini merupakan uji coba program EARS pada mahasiswa untuk menurunkan tingkat stres dan meningkatkan psychological well-being pasca pendemi. Program EARS terdiri dari beberapa pemberian intervensi pada subjek sesuai dengan permasalahan. Intervensi berisi psychological first aid, coaching, psychoeducation, dan konseling. Subjek pada penelitian ini sebanyak 28 mahasiswa di Jawa Barat dengan usia 18-23 tahun. Intervensi diberikan 1-8 pertemuan sesuai dengan permasalahan subjek. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa program EARS terbukti dapat menurunkan stres dan meningkatkan psychological well-being mahasiswa.
Implementation of clinical supervision with a collaborative approach to enhance teachers’ pedagogical competence in junior high schools
Authors: Bali Alfonrianus , Iriani Ade
Published: September 2024

Clinical supervision is a systematic approach to mentoring professional teachers. This research aims to improve teachers' pedagogical competence at Bintang Laut Telukdalam Private Middle School through the implementation of clinical supervision with a collaborative approach by the school principal. This type of research is school action research. This research used the Kemmis and Tagart model, which is carried out in 4 stages: planning, implementation or action, observation, and reflection. Data collection techniques used by the researcher are interviews, observation, documentation, and questionnaires. The results of the research show that the implementation of clinical supervision with a collaborative approach by the principal can increase the pedagogical competence of teachers at Bintang Laut Telukdalam Private Middle School, which can be proven by increasing the average teacher pedagogical competency score, namely: before providing clinical supervision the average competency score teacher pedagogy was 63, after providing clinical supervision it increased to 78 in cycle I and 81 in cycle II which was above the specified success criteria, namely 75. From these results, it can be concluded that implementing clinical supervision with a collaborative approach can increase teachers' pedagogy competency at Bintang Laut Telukdalam Private Middle School. AbstrakSupervisi klinis adalah suatu pendekatan yang sistematis dalam pembinaan profesional guru. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kompetensi pedagogik guru SMP Swasta Bintang Laut Telukdalam melalui penerapan supervisi klinis dengan pendekatan kolaboratif oleh kepala sekolah. Jenis penelitian ini merupakan penelitian tindakan sekolah. Penelitian ini menggunakan model Kemmis dan Tagart yang merupakan sebuah model penelitian yang dilakukan dengan 4 tahap yaitu perencanaan, pelaksanaan atau tindakan, observasi dan refleksi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pelaksanaan supervisi klinis dengan pendekatan kolaboratif oleh kepala sekolah dapat meningkatkan kompetensi pedagogik guru SMP Swasta Bintang Laut Telukdalam yang dapat dibuktikan dengan peningkatan rata-rata nilai kompetensi pedagogik guru yaitu: sebelum pemeberian tindakan supervisi klinis dengan pendekatan kolaboratif rata-rata nilai kompetensi pedagogik guru 63, setelah pemberian tindakan supervisi klinis dengan pendekatan kolaboratif meningkat menjadi 78 pada siklus I dan 81 pada siklus II yang berada di atas kriteria keberhasilan yang ditentukan yaitu 75. Dari hasil tersebut maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa pelaksanaan supervisi klinis dengan pendekatan kolaboratif dapat meningkatkan kompetensi pedagogik guru SMP Swasta Bintang Laut Telukdalam.Kata Kunci: kompetensi pedagogik guru; pendekatan kolaboratif; supervisi klinis
Bridging theory, policy, and practice: Stakeholder engagement in Ghana's NPEC
Authors: Gorni Richard Lionel , Suryana Asep , Prihatin Eka
Published: September 2024

Ghana's education system is transforming significantly by implementing the National Pre-Tertiary Education Curriculum Framework (NPECF), emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills over traditional rote learning. Translating these ambitious policy goals into effective classroom practices within a centralized system presents challenges. This research addresses this challenge through stakeholder analysis, examining how the involvement of policymakers, educators, parents, and local communities can bridge the gap between NPECF's theoretical ideals and practical classroom application. The research identifies potential roadblocks and opportunities for successful curriculum adoption by analyzing these diverse perspectives. Understanding the interactions and influences among policymakers, teachers, parents, and communities is crucial for transitioning smoothly from rote learning to a student-centered approach. This analysis highlights areas where stakeholders might need additional support or resources to embrace the new curriculum effectively. Ultimately, the findings can inform future educational reforms in Ghana and similar contexts, paving the way for a more effective and engaging learning experience for all students. AbstrakSistem pendidikan Ghana sedang mengalami transformasi signifikan dengan implementasi National Pre-Tertiary Education Curriculum Framework (NPECF) yang menekankan kemampuan berpikir kritis dan keterampilan pemecahan masalah - lebih dari pembelajaran tradisional. Tetapi menerjemahkan tujuan kebijakan ambisius ini ke dalam praktik kelas yang efektif dalam sistem terpusat - pada gilirannya menyajikan tantangan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menangani tantangan ini melalui analisis terhadap pemangku kepentingan, memeriksa bagaimana keterlibatan pembuat kebijakan, pendidik, orang tua, dan komunitas lokal dapat menjembatani kesenjangan antara cita-cita teoritis NPECF dengan aplikasi kelas praktis. Melalui analisis terhadap perspektif yang beragam ini, penelitian ini mengidentifikasi potensi hambatan dan peluang untuk penerapan kurikulum yang sukses. Memahami interaksi dan pengaruh antara pembuat kebijakan, guru, orang tua, dan komunitas sangat penting untuk transisi yang lancar dari pembelajaran sebelumnya yang rusak ke pendekatan pembelajaran yang berpusat pada peserta didik. Analisis ini menyoroti bidang-bidang di mana pemangku kepentingan mungkin membutuhkan dukungan atau sumber daya tambahan untuk mengaplikasikan kurikulum baru secara efektif. Akhirnya, temuan ini dapat menginformasikan reformasi pendidikan di masa depan di Ghana. Dan konteks serupa, membuka jalan bagi pengalaman belajar yang lebih efektif dan menarik bagi semua peserta didik.Kata Kunc: layanan pendidikan Ghana; pendekatan yang berpusat pada peserta didik; keterlibatan pemangku kepentingan
Analysis of the implementation and aspirations of national education politics in Muhammadiyah circles
Authors: Nasril Yeny , Sirozi Muhammad , Sumanti Sholihah Titin
Published: September 2024

Muhammadiyah is one of Indonesia's largest religious organizations and significantly influences people's lives. Muhammadiyah has several AUMs (Muhammadiyah Charity Efforts) to achieve various goals, visions, and missions of Muhammadiyah itself, one of which is Muhammadiyah's educational charity. Muhammadiyah runs its education system following its goals, visions, and missions. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the implementation of national education policies in the Muhammadiyah environment and identify national education political aspirations in the Muhammadiyah environment. This study uses a qualitative approach to explore the position, strategy, and impact of Muhammadiyah in shaping education policies and to provide a critical review. The study results show that Muhammadiyah significantly influences the direction of education policy through advocacy, curriculum development, and providing education services. In addition, this study also evaluates national education politics in the Muhammadiyah circle and Muhammadiyah's political aspirations, which emphasize inclusivity, quality, and relevance of education. A critical review of Muhammadiyah's political ambitions in Indonesian national education emphasizes the importance of education that is inclusive, tolerant, and relevant to the needs of society. AbstrakMuhammadiyah merupakan salah satu organisasi keagamaan terbesar di Indonesia yang memiliki pengaruh signifikan dalam kehidupan masyarakat. Muhammadiyah memiliki beberapa AUM (Amal Usaha Muhammadiyah) untuk mencapai berbagai tujuan, visi dan misi Muhammadiyah itu sendiri, salah satunya adalah amal usaha pendidikan Muhammadiyah. Muhammadiyah menjalankan sistem pendidikannya sesuai dengan tujuan, visi dan misinya. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pelaksanaan kebijakan pendidikan nasional di lingkungan Muhammadiyah, serta mengidentifikasi aspirasi politik pendidikan nasional di lingkungan Muhammadiyah. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif untuk menganalisis posisi, strategi, dan dampak Muhammadiyah dalam membentuk kebijakan pendidikan, serta memberikan tinjauan kritis. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Muhammadiyah memiliki pengaruh besar dalam menentukan arah kebijakan pendidikan melalui advokasi, pengembangan kurikulum, dan penyediaan layanan pendidikan. Selain itu, penelitian ini juga mengevaluasi politik pendidikan nasional dalam lingkaran Muhammadiyah dan aspirasi politik Muhammadiyah yang menekankan pada inklusivitas, kualitas, dan relevansi pendidikan. Tinjauan kritis terhadap aspirasi politik Muhammadiyah dalam pendidikan nasional Indonesia menekankan pentingnya pendidikan yang inklusif, toleran, dan relevan dengan kebutuhan masyarakat.Kata Kunci: kelompok kepentingan; Muhammadiyah; nilai-nilai pendidikan Islam; politik pendidikan
Need assessment of Al-Mumtaaz Islamic Elementary School students’ food literacy competencies
Authors: Sahla Haura Dzakira , Sukirman Dadang
Published: September 2024

Al-Mumtaaz Islamic Elementary School Karawang has created various programs to support students' food literacy knowledge and skills. However, the programs implemented by schools have not been supported with systematic curriculum planning and clear food literacy competencies that meet students’ needs. Therefore, this research aims to develop food literacy competency and identify the student's actual performance in food literacy. This research uses McNeil's Need Assessment Model method, which consists of 4 stages. The first stage produces several learning objectives with insight into food literacy from various literature sources. The second stage produces food literacy competencies for elementary school students, which multiple experts have validated. The third stage is an initial formative assessment to look for gaps between food literacy competencies and the conditions of 58 Phase A (Level 1 2) students. The initial formative assessment results show that 98,3% of students are above the minimum competency category. Even so, there is still a gap in food literacy knowledge among students. The final stage is to provide program recommendations for schools according to the analysis of student performance. AbstrakSD Islam Al-mumtaaz Karawang telah membuat beragam program untuk mendukung pengetahuan dan keterampilan siswa sekolah dasar untuk memperoleh kecakapan literasi pangan. Namun, program yang telah dilakukan oleh sekolah belum ditunjang dengan perencanaan kurikulum yang baik dan tujuan kompetensi literasi pangan yang jelas dan sesuai kebutuhan usia peserta didik, latar belakang budaya, latar belakang agama, dan lingkungan sekolah. Oleh sebab itu, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menyusun tujuan kompetensi literasi pangan dan mengidentifikasi kemampuan aktual siswa berdasarkan tujuan kompetensi yang telah disusun. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode Need Assessment Model dari McNeil yang terdiri dari 4 tahapan. Tahap pertama menghasilkan sejumlah tujuan - tujuan pembelajaran yang memiliki wawasan literasi pangan dari berbagai sumber literatur. Tahap kedua menghasilkan peta kompetensi literasi pangan untuk jenjang SD yang telah divalidasi oleh berbagai ahli. Tahap ketiga adalah melakukan asesmen formatif awal untuk mencari kesenjangan antara kompetensi literasi pangan dengan kondisi aktual siswa SD Fase A sejumlah 58 siswa. Dimana hasil asesmen formatif awal menunjukkan bahwa 98,3% murid SD Fase A menunjukkan tingkat kompetensi literasi pangan pada kategori cakap dan mahir. Meskipun begitu, masih terdapat kesenjangan pengetahuan literasi pangan pada siswa. Tahap terakhir adalah memberikan program rekomendasi untuk sekolah sesua dengan analisis kemampuan siswa.Kata Kunci: pengembangan kurikulum; literasi pangan; asesmen kebutuhan
INNOVATIVE LEARNING MEDIA IN TEACHING 2D DRAWING MODIFICATION WITH CAD TECHNOLOGY
Authors: Selfia Meliza , Hamdani Aam , Komaro Mumu
Published: September 2024

The lack of understanding of students on 2D drawing modification material using CAD is the background for this research. The purpose of this study is to produce products in the form of video tutorial learning media, knowing the feasibility of experts, knowing user responses, and knowing the improvement of learning outcomes after using media. This study used quantitative research methods with a pre-experimental research design with the type of one group pre-test post-test design. Purposive sampling was conducted to select 34 samples from TPM grade XI learners. This research produces video tutorial learning media. The results of the feasibility assessment conducted by show that the video tutorial learning media that has been made is declared "very feasible". The results of media user responses obtained the category "very good". Learning outcomes after using video tutorial learning media have increased, this is reflected in the increase in student learning outcomes measured through the use of n-gain with an average score of 0.38 in the "medium" category. Thus, it can be concluded that this video tutorial learning media is very feasible for use on manufacturing engineering drawing elements.
PENGGUNAAN METODE EKSPERIMEN DALAM MENINGKATKAN PEMAHAMAN KONSEP PADA MATA PELAJARAN IPA SISWA KELAS V SD TARAKANITA, RAWAMANGUN
Authors: Puspita Angela Marietya
Published: September 2024

Setelah dilakukan penelitian melalui dua siklus, dengan menerapkan metode eksperimen, diperoleh proses hasil belajar yang berbeda dari sebelumnya. Siswa terlihat lebih antusias, bersemangat, aktif, kreatif, serta berani mengungkapkan pendapatnya. Demikian juga pemahaman siswa terhadap materi ajar lebih mendalam serta pengalaman siswa menjadi lebih luas yang pada akhirnya ditunjukkan dengan meningkatnya hasil belajar. Berdasarkan penelitian ini, diharapkan guru dapat menerapkan penggunaan metode belajar yang tepat sesuai dengan tujuan yang akan dicapai dalam pebelajaran di kelas. Guru harus mempersiapkan skenario pembelajaran yang merangsang siswa untuk berpikir dan kreatif dalam belajar, sehingga suasana kelas menjadi lebih hidup dan menyenangkan bagi siswa. Penggunaan metode belajar yang tepat dan guru memiliki keterampilan dalam mengelola kelas dengan baik akan meningkatkan pemahaman konsep siswa terhadap materi ajar yang diberikan.
PENINGKATAN HASIL BELAJAR IPS PADA SISWA KELAS V SEKOLAH DASAR INPRES SAMOFA DISTRIK BIAK KOTA
Authors: Nap Maryana , Laka Beatus Mendelson , Meokbun Naftali
Published: September 2024

The purpose of the study was to determine the process of improving learning outcomes and the difficulties encountered by the teacher in an effort to improve social studies learning outcomes of students of SD Inpres Samofa. The research method used was descriptive qualitative research. The results showed that the process of improving learning outcomes carried out by the teacher has carried out aspects of learning which include (1) pre-learning which is to determine the readiness of students in following learning activities, (2) activities to open learning including beginning with prayer, giving greetings and giving direction, (3) these activities include checking the readiness of students, delivering subject matter, (4) closing including evaluating the material that students have learned well. For teachers in SD Inpres Samofa there are no difficulties in finding teachers in an effort to improve students' social studies learning outcomes in SD Inpres Samofa because the teachers who teach at SD Inpres Samofa have served long enough so that students are already comfortable with the teachers at the school.
Tübülointerstisyel nefrit ile seyreden nadir bir sendrom:TİNU sendromu
Authors: Mamiş Mehmet Selim
Published: September 2024

Tübülointerstisyel nefrit (TİN), farklı nedenlerle oluşabilen, akut böbrek hasarına ya da kronik böbrek yetmezliğine yol açabilen bir durumdur. Akut tübülointerstisyel nefrit (ATIN), böbrek parankiminin hem tübül hem de interstisyumunu tutan, çoğunlukla geri dönüşümlü ve tübülointerstisyel alanda iltihabi hücre infiltrasyonu (lenfosit, monosit ve makrofaj) ile karakterize bir hastalıktır. Akut tübülointerstisyel nefritin ilaçlar(%75), sistemik hastalıklar(%10-15), enfeksiyonlar(%5-10), tübülointerstisyel nefritle birlikte olan üvei t(TİNU) (%5-10) olmak üzere başlıca 4 nedeni vardır (1,2). Akut tübülointerstisyel nefritin patogenezi net olmamakla birlikte, hem hücresel hem de hümoral immün mekanizmaların etkileri sonucu gelişen otoimmün bir hastalık olduğu düşünülmektedir (4,5). Otoimmüniteden dolayı, ATIN diğer otoimmün hastalıklara eşlik edebilir. Tübülointerstisyel nefrit ile birlikte seyreden üveitin başlangıç patogenezinden, böbrek tübül hücreleri ile gözdeki silier cisim epiteli üzerinde çapraz reaksiyon gösteren antijenlerin sorumlu olduğu düşünülmektedir (3). Bu yazımızda nadiren görülen tübülointerstisyel nefrit ile birlikte seyreden anterior üveit sendromu sunulmuştur.
Aufbereitung von Filterspülwasser – Keramik- und Polymermembran im Vergleich
Authors: Kast Charlotte
Published: September 2024

Bei der Grundwasseraufbereitung gehen 1–4 % des Trinkwassers für die Filterspülung verloren. In dieser Pilotstudie wurden getauchte polymere und keramische Ultrafiltrationsmembranen zur Filterspülwasseraufbereitung vergleichend untersucht. Die Aufbereitungsleistung war für beide Systeme sehr hoch, mit Rückhalteraten für Eisen über 99 % und TOC über 90 %. Während die konventionelle polymere Hohlfasermembran mit einem Filtratflux von 40 L/(m2∙h) langfristig betrieben werden kann, ermöglicht das alternative System mit Keramikmembran einen höheren Flux von 150 L/(m2∙h).
In the world of linguistics
Authors:   Linguistic Olympiad movement, Kyiv, Ukraine, Mysak Danylo
Published: September 2024

For someone who has not yet had close contact with linguistics, this discipline may seem very distant from the exact sciences. However, it turns out that even very different languages often exhibit numerous common features—since each language is based on a set of relatively general rules and laws. This fact allows for the creation of self-contained linguistic problems, which are proposed to be solved by all interested school students in competitions known as linguistics Olympiads. The approaches to solving these problems are often similar to those applied in mathematical problems. To perform successfully in a linguistics Olympiad, it is not necessary to know many languages; it is sufficient to have the ability to see and accurately describe the aforementioned general linguistic rules and laws, which are particularly familiar to participants from their native language. The history of Ukrainian linguistics Olympiads already spans 10 years. This article discusses and provides solutions to two problems from the XI Ukrainian Linguistics Olympiad, held in Kyiv on March 9 and 10, 2024.