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TEACHER MANAGEMENT OF INTEGRATED ISLAMIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN BENGKULU PROVINCE
Authors: Dewi Citra
Published: October 2019

Integrated Islamic elementary school is one of alternative educational institution and main choice of the society in disruption era. Meanwhile Integrated Islamict elementary school not only teach about cognitive lessons only but also combining  moral values with charge material and application in all daily activities in their school . Teacher becomes the main central in learning  activities at integrated Islamic elementary school. The goals of this research to know and to analyze   activities some aspects; (1) planning; (2) organizing; (3) implementation; (4) supervision, and (5) evaluation. The Method that used in this research is qualitative by using  technique   interviews, observations, and documentation. The results stated that (1) the planning was formed team formulation teacher recruitment, socialization, teacher test competence, and made the decision of the teacher chosen,(2)  the activities that in organizing step was coordinating on the associated unit in school in guidance of new teachers, (3) Activities in implementation form training basic for teachers, internships , workshops, and training, (4) the activities of supervision conducted in the form of monitoring of learning through supervision learning in class , supervision of instructional tools, and (5) the activities in evaluation step were performance and evaluation learning that shows results corresponding with expected criteria although still found teachers who are not productive in writing creation scientific aspect.
URGENCY OF PARTICIPATION OF PARENTS IN DEVELOPING POSITIVE CULTURE IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Authors: Nisa' Atsani Rohmatun , Istiqomah Ratih Laila
Published: October 2019

Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan pentingnya pastisipasi orang tua dalam menciptakan budaya positif di sekolah dasar. Bentuk penelitian ini deskriptif kualitatif. Pengumpulan data melalui lembar observasi dan lembar wawancara. Data bersumber dari hasil observasi, hasil wawancara dan hasil dokumentasi. Data yang diperoleh dikumpulkan dan diolah menggunakan teknik analisis kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa partisipasi orang tua sangat diperlukan untuk menciptakan dan meningkatkan budaya positif di sekolah dasar. Adanya kerjasama yang kuat antara pihak sekolah dan orang tua mampu mempengaruhi keberhasilan terciptanya budaya positif yang tidak hanya berdampak pada sekolah tetapi juga pada orang tua dalam memberikan dukungan positif pada peserta didik. Bentuk partisipasi orang tua yaitu melakukan kegiatan rutin yang diadakan oleh pihak sekolah, seperti: Kajian Kelas, Family Gathering, Parenting skill, Family Day, Sarasehan Ramadhan.
IMPLEMENTATION OF EDUCATIONAL NATIONAL STANDARD POLICY ON THE OPERATION OF BASIC EDUCATION (Case Study in Wajo District, South Sulawesi)
Authors: Aminah Sitti , Ismail Imran
Published: October 2019

The background study of this research is to develop national education standards of the basic education. In this research study, the researcher tries to see and analyze the prevailing condition schools in the field of education. The goals of this research knowledge of the implementation of the National Education Standards policy and the determinant factors can support the implementation of National Education Standards policy on the implementation of National Standard School in Wajo Regency. The design of this research was descriptive qualitative research. The data for this research was collected through observation, interview, and documentation. The resulting analysis can be concluded as follows: First, the stages of implementation of the National Standard Primary School policy have not been implemented optimally because of overlapping. Second, the determinant factors that influence the implementation of the National Standard Primary School policy include resource support is still very limited, and third, less motivated elementary schools to get involved in the implementation of the National Standard Primary School policy, especially elementary schools in the standard category. In suggestion, good cooperation is needed with all parties and stakeholders in the implementation of the National Standard Primary School program through efforts to obtain common views and responsibilities towards Primary School development
ASSESSMENT OF AFFILIATED SOCIAL ATTITUDES BASED ON PEER AND SELF ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUES IN CURRICULUM 2013 FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PARTICIPANTS
Authors: Maulina Dessy Nur , Slamet St. Y. , Indriayu Mintasih
Published: October 2019

Penilaian merupakan salah satu komponen pokok dalam proses pembelajaran. Penilaian atau asesmen seharusnya dilakukan sebagai upaya untuk mengukur tingkat ketercapaian indikator pembelajaran. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menjelaskan penilaian afektif sikap sosial berbasis teknik peer and self assessment pada kurikulum 2013. Metode yang digunakan dengan menggunakan metode diskriptif kualitatif. Pengumpulan data dengan menggunakan studi pustaka. Hasil pembahasan dari penulisan ini menyimpulkan bahwa kemampuan afektif merupakan bagian dari hasil belajar yang memiliki peran sangat penting. Model penilaian afektif berbasis teknik peer and self assessment merupakan model penilaian inovatif yang sedang dikembangkan di dunia pendidikan karena model penilaian ini dapat memberikan dampak positif pada perkembangan kepribadian peserta didik.
CHILDREN'S FRIENDLY EDUCATION THROUGH THE "MORNING STORY" SCHOOL CULTURE AS AN EFFORTS TO STRENGTHEN STUDENT CHARACTERS IN SD 01 KANIGORO MADIUN
Authors: Mandalawati Titin Kuntum
Published: October 2019

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui 1). Mengetahui pola pendidikan ramah anak melalui kultur “morning story” di SD 01 Kanigoro, ; (2). Menganalisis relasi kultur “morning story” pada pembentukan karakter siswa di SD 01 Kanigoro, ; (3). Menganalisis peran guru, dan orangtua dalam pendidikan ramah anak melalui kultur “morning story” di SD 01 Kanigoro. Paradigma penelitian ini adalah kualitatif dengan menggunakan pendekatan fenomenologis. Subjek penelitian adalah kepala sekolah, guru, siswa, dan orangtua. Penentuan subjek penelitian dilakukan dengan teknik purposive sampling. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Analisis data dalam penelitian menggunakan Model Miles dan Huberman yakni pengumpulan data, reduksidata, penyajian data, dan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa : (1). Pola pendidikan ramah anak melalui kultur “morning story” dapat mengeksplorasi potensi, bakat dan kemampuan berkomunikasi siswa, serta memotivasi siswa untuk tampil di depan publik, dan memunculkan keberanian serta kepercayaan diri siswa. (2). Kultur “morning story” memiliki relasi positif terhadap karakter siswa di SD 01 Kanigoro Madiun, yakni karakter cinta tanah air, bertanggungjawab, kejujuran, keakraban, peduli lingkungan, toleransi, dan kedisiplinan. (3). Guru dan orangtua memiliki peran yang sangat penting sebagai model dan tauladan bagi siswa dalam pembentukan kultur “morning story” di sekolah maupun dirumah.
THE IMPORTANCE OF STIM-HOTS AND CRITICAL THINKING SKILL IN DISRUPTION ERA
Authors: Pratama Riky Rivaldi , Pramesti Rizky Ardhia
Published: October 2019

Enhancing the quality in life is needed in this globalization era. The development in Science and Technology makes all the countries maximizing all the resources that they have to survive in this Era. Science Education has a urgent role in developing Science and Technology. Science education that appropriate with indictment in 21th century is a education that consider in HOTS ( High Order Thinking Skill ). Critical thinking skill is one of skill in HOTS. It is essensial and effective in all the aspect of life. Therefore, critical thinking skill must educated  since early. The learning model that can be used to enhancing the critical thinking skill is STIM-HOTS. It is make student think critically, because they  will build the scheme from initial knowledge with the new content. The purpose are, the student can be a problem solver and they have a high productivity.
ANALYSIS OF CHARACTER VALUES IN THE POETRY OF "LETTER FROM MOTHER" WORKS ASRUL SANI AND "UNKNOWN HEROES" WORKS TOTO SUDARTO BACHTIAR
Authors: Rokhmaniyah Rokhmaniyah
Published: October 2019

This article describes the results of a study based on the importance of character education for the younger generation, especially children. This is due to the fact that the character of the nation is decreasing. For this reason, a research was conducted which aimed to analyze the values of the characters found in the poem "Letter from Mother" by Asrul Sani and "Unknown Heroes" by Toto Sudarto Bachtiar. It is expected that the results of the research can be used by teachers to build the character of their students through classroom learning. This research is literature research with data collection techniques through literature study which contains both poems. Data collection tool using poetry study sheet. The source of this research is poetry and dictionary texts (Large Indonesian Dictionary), as well as experts. To maintain data validity, source triangulation techniques are used. The results showed the character values contained in the poem "Letter from Mother" and "Unknown Hero". Character values are implied in the poetry "Surat dari Ibu" by Asrul Sani and poetry

"Unknown Heroes" by Toto Sudarto Bachtiar, namely: independent, nationalist and integrity
AN ANALYSIS OF CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT DIFFICULTIES IN THEMATIC LEARNING IN SD N 2 KUTOSARI
Authors: Fajriyati Ana Nur , Puspitasari Mutiara Anggun
Published: October 2019

Curriculum 2013 has started to be implemented in schools, including in SD N 2 Kutosari. One of its realizations is the thematic learning for grade 1, 2, 4, and 5. The implementation needs a good classroom management in order to achieve maximum learning objectives. However, in the actual act, there are still teachers who have difficulties in managing the classroom for the thematic learning. The purpose of this research was to describe problems in the classroom management for the thematic learning in SD N 2 Kutosari. The approach used in this research was qualitative with descriptive analysis. The data were collected through observation, documentation, and interview to the teachers. Result showed that there are problems, such as (1) Students feltbored easily to the learning subject (2) Students were busy talking with their friends (3) Students were busy to get attention from the teachers and the other students (4) The number of students in class exceeded the ideal number (5) Students tended to choose friends in group discussion (6) Less interesting subject (7) A static classroom setting.
DEVELOPMENT OF MULTIMEDIA LEARNING SCIENCE FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS BASED ON CONSTRUCTIVISTIC LEARNING THEORY
Authors: Ngazizah Nur , Anjarini Titi
Published: October 2019

This study aims to develop learning multimedia that can be used in learning for fifth grade elementary school students. Multimedia development is aimed at blood competence.This research is a development research with a 4-D model (four D model) proposed by Thiagarajan, which consists of four stages. The four stages are define, design, development and dissemination stages. disseminate). In the define stage, a curriculum review is conducted related to the competence of flat building. The results from the define phase are used as a reference for multimedia design. The next stage is design, at this stage has produced draft-1 results of the review and design in the previous stage. The next stage is development, at this stage draft I is validated by material experts and media experts . In general, material experts gave an assessment that multimedia draft I was in accordance with KTSP and constructivistic learning theory. Media experts judge that multimedia is easy to use. The first draft was valid with revisions clarifying blood circulation construction, simplifying the start menu, adding quiz 1, and adding motion animations at the beginning and end of the slide to make it more interesting. After the revised draft I developed into draft II to be tested in the classroom. Small scale 17 students in grade V SD N Purworejo Purworejo Regency. This trial is to find out the response of students. In this stage, an observation was also made by 1 teacher regarding the use of multimedia to complete the teacher's response questionnaire. The results of the teacher and student response questionnaire showed that 17 students were satisfied with multimedia draft II and students increasingly understood the blood flow system, circulatory structure, blood type and diseases of the blood. The revision towards draft III is the addition of applause as a tribute to students. As far as the stages of research have been carried out, it can be said that multimedia development can be used in the learning process and get positive responses from students. The next research phase is to conduct large-scale trials with more (two-class) research samples. The results of the trial will produce the final product which will then be disseminated (dessiminate stage).
ANALYSIS OF LEARN DISCIPLINE IN IMPLANTATION CHARACTER EDUCATION OF IVA STUDENTS AT SD NEGERI 5 PANJER IN 2018
Authors: Rokhmaniyah Rokhmaniyah , Ardila Risma Mila
Published: October 2019

This article describes the results of the study which aims to: (1)  analyze the learning discipline of IVa students of SD Negeri 5 Panjer in 2018; (2) describes the teacher's efforts in overcoming students' indiscipline of learning. This research approach is qualitative by descriptive method. Data collection techniques used are observation, interviews, and documentation. The subjects of this study were students of grade IVa SD N 5 Panjer. Data sources of this study are students, teachers, and principals. To maintain the validity of the research data techniques and source triangulation were used. The results showed that the indiscipline of IVa class students included arriving late, not paying attention to the teacher's explanation, entering-leaving the classroom without permission, not collecting tasks on time, not carrying school tools, and skipping school. The efforts made by the teacher overcoming the above include understanding the characteristics of students and  give a warning and advice.
DEVELOPING PANCOH ECOTOURISM-ORIENTED THEMATIC STRIP COMICS FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Rezkita Shanta , Mukaromah Latifatun
Published: October 2019

Education in the era of disruption must maintain the value of the nation's character. Ecotourism Pancoh has the potential as an educational space for environmental character. The packaging in comics is useful for civilizing literacy. This study aimed to describe the way of developing and knowing the quality and feasibility of ecotourism-oriented thematic strip comics. This study was research and development by adapting the model of Borg & Gall. The data were collected by observation, unstructured interviews, and questionnaires. The comic trials were conducted for fifth grade students of Bhayangkara Elementary School, Yogyakarta. The data were analyzed by using qualitative and quantitative techniques. The assessment score of the media expert validation was 92,11 (very good), material expert was 95,33 (very good), teacher was 95,50 (very good), and student responses were 100 (very good). Thus the Pancoh ecotourism-oriented thematic strip comic was very feasible as a learning resource for elementary school students.
MULTILITERATION PEDAGOGIC MODEL BASED ON HIGHER ORDER THINKING SKILL (HOTS) AS EFFORTS TO FACE THE 21st CENTURY EDUCATION IN EDUCATION FROM KI HADJAR DEWANTARA
Authors: Susilo Sigit Vebrianto , Yanto Ari
Published: October 2019

The character of Indonesian education today in practice is a rape of the inner and inner life of children. As a result, children are damaged in character because they always live under duress / pressure. According to Ki Hadjar, such a way of educating will not be able to shape a person until he has a "personality". In line with this view, education in Indonesia should provide a sense of security, fun, calm, and provide a sense of happiness so that students are without coercion and naturally eat knowledge to the full. On the other hand, the macro life demands of the 21st century and the adoption of a new curriculum in Indonesia in micro terms requires education to produce graduates who have the competence of life in the 21st century. Entering the 21st century technological advances have entered various facets of life, not least in the field of education. The characteristics of the 21st century are characterized by the growing development of the world in the field of science and technology, so that in this view in various aspects experience a shift in cultural values in daily life. Therefore, it is necessary to be the next generation of the nation to dissect the essence of the concept of education according to Ki Hajar Dewantara in the view of multiliteration education. Multiliteration education that gives students freedom to think, create, and argue is in line with the concept of pancadarma proposed by Ki Hajar Dewantara. Furthermore, multiliteration education has the characteristics of multi-concept, multi-cultural, multi-learning style, and multi-multi-modal giving a concept of education that gives the impression and directs the values of Pancasila. The 21st century provides an illustration that education is increasingly important to ensure students have the skills to learn and innovate, use skills technology and information media, and can work, and survive with use life skills. In line with the explanation above, by reflecting back on the educational value of Ki Hajar Dewantara in the perspective of multiliteration education is a tangible manifestation of welcoming Indonesian education so that Indonesia will be able to realize its goal of creating a golden generation of 2045.
SELF-SUFFICIENCY OPTIMIZATION OF STUDENTS LEARNING THROUGH MODULE
Authors: Evitasari Atika Dwi
Published: October 2019

Students are unique individual. Primary students are individuals who have stages develope concrete operasional. They have conditional of study what on help understanding learning material. According to obvious until will creating procces of study purpose for participants of students and will impact for reached competences will expect. Additionally, other things what needed interest are learning independent. Learning independent is a learn attitude what not depend to ones, include to teacher for continue. Existence learning independent in students will appearence in active attitude to follow learn activity. Learning independent is depend to create and accustom early. A learning competence and independent in students will reached if teacher can created learn condition to approriote. One of them is arrange module material. Module is a complete unit what consist on structure learn activity what will arrange for help they for reached a number of purpose what will formula according to special and clear.
PROFESSIONALISM OF LECTURERSTO IMPROVE CHARACTER OF THE STUDENT TEACHERS OF THE MILLENNIAL ERA DISRUPSI
Authors: Yudha Chrisnaji Banindra
Published: October 2019

Professionalism of lecturers in the form kartakter when it becomes very important for implanted. The lecturer was cast in gold generation nation Indonesia and relay the leadership of the nation and the State. The professionalism of the lecturer continually formed and conditioned on environment of the College and the community. Literacy innovation in science and technology are becoming a must-have capability of professional lecturers, given the current has entered the digital age. Professionalism lecturer always should be improved and developed in order to face the challenges of global human resources and setting up a reliable, resilient, and character.
ANALYSIS OF TEACHERS DIFFICULTY BASED ON 2013 CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1 KALIJOYO ALIAN DISTRICT KEBUMEN REGENCY
Authors: Khoerunnisa Syifa , Ulfah Maria , Prasetyo Purwoko Aji , Suryandari Kartika Chrysti
Published: October 2019

Many teachers complain about difficulties the implementation of the 2013 curriculum in elementary school, there difficulties about the 2013 curriculum assessment process which considered complicated, the difficulty in applying the scientific approach, and the difficulty of encouraging students to be active in learning. The purpose of this study was to describe the level of difficulty of teachers and knowing what dimensions are difficult for teachers in the 2013 curriculum implementation in elementary school. This research is a descriptive study with a qualitative approach. The results of this study indicate that: (1) The teacher in carrying out the stages of planning and implementing learning based on the 2013 curriculum is categorized as not difficult, meanwhile in conducting learning assessments based on the 2013 curriculum it is categorized as quite difficult; (2) the dimension that is most difficult for teachers in learning based on the 2013 curriculum is the authentic assessment dimension.
A SHORT STORY READING SECTION AS AN ALTERNATIVE WAY TO IMPROVE STUDENT’S LITERACY IN SD N 6 PANJER KEBUMEN
Authors: Novitasari Dwi , Janah Eka Fajriatul , Chamdani Muhamad
Published: October 2019

The goverment made changes to the Indonesian education curriculum of the education unit level curriculum into the curriculum of 2013. Changes in the curriculum in 2013 lies in the preparation of the RPP (Lesson Plan) and the ability of literacy. The emphasis on the preparation of the RPP has been resolved with the holding of training, but to literacy still unwell. One way to improve the literacy skills is through the reading of short stories. The reading of the short story aims to help improve reading skills and knowledge of sentence patterns, so it can be an idea to create an article. The focus on this study include: (1) The concept of reading a short story; (2) The impact of short story readings. These studies include: (1) The reading of short stories is an activity habituation to read a fictional narrative prose text .; (2) The impact resulting from the reading of short stories such as enhancing the knowledge, encourage the growth likes to read, and to foster the ability to write.
THE CLINICAL SUPERVISION MODEL WITH CLASS ACTION APPROACH OF MICROTEACHING PROGRAM IN THE FKIP OF PGRI MADIUN UNIVERSITY
Authors: Suharto V Teguh , Setyadi Dwi , Mursidik Elly's Mersina , Meikayanti Ermi Andriani
Published: October 2019

Educators have become the main agents in the duty of transfer of knowledge, character building and skill development for the learners to pursue intelligence, good personality, creativity and responsibility for the nation’s welfare. The educators’ role requires the prominent academic, pedagogycal and professional competence. Educators must be capable in designing and developing the proper instruction.

To develop the educators’ competence, educational institution needs to provide systematic, effective, and continuous trainings for the teacher candidates through microteaching and apprenticeship programs. Microteaching program enables candidates to practice peer-teaching in the campus, while apprenticeship program makes candidates apply teaching in school classes. The clinical supervision model with class action approach is relevant to characteristics and steps of microteaching program. Professional advice through systematic clinical service after teaching practice can effectively develop candidates’ teaching skill, which motivates candidates to develop themselves in teaching practice.
DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENT DISCIPLINE CHARACTER EDUCATION THROUGH CEREMONY ACTIVITIES AT BUMIREJO STATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Authors: Retnoningsih Wahyu , Khasanah Wahyu , Chamdani Muhamad
Published: October 2019

The purpose of this study was 1) to know the concept of conducting ceremonial activities in Bumirejo State Elementary School 5 and 2) to describe the ceremonial activities in developing the discipline character of students. The method used in this study is descriptive-qualitative method with interviews, observation, and documentation that aims to get a general understanding of social conditions from the perspective of participants (Rahmat, 2009). The results of this study are 1) the concept of conducting ceremonial activities in Bumirejo State Elementary School 5 and 2) can describe the ceremonial activities in developing the discipline character of students. So, the conclusion of this study is that the ceremonial activities can develop the discipline character of students in Bumirejo State Elementary School 5.
SELF-EFFICACY ANALYSIS OF SIXTH GRADE MATHEMATICS LEARNING OUTCOMES IN SD N 7 KEBUMEN
Authors: Setyowati Febriana , Rahmawati Susilaily , Suryandari Kartika Chrysti
Published: October 2019

The essence of mathematics is aimed at solving everyday problems. However, so far mathematics still a subject that is considered difficult. One factor that influences learning success is self-efficacy. This study aims to analyze the level of self-efficacy of sixth grade students on the results of mathematics learning. The sample in this study were all sixth grade students of SD Negeri 7 Kebumen as many as 20 students. This research is a qualitative descriptive study. Data collection techniques use: (1) Questionnaire; and (2) interviews (3) observations and (4) documentation. The analysis used is descriptive qualitative. The results showed that: Students in sixth grade SDN 7 Kebumen had varying levels of self-efficacy. Students who have a high level of self-efficacy get high mathematics learning outcomes, because they have confidence or self-efficacy and are more persistent in facing difficulties. Students who have low levels of efficacy get less satisfying learning outcomes.
IMPLEMENTATION OF DIGITAL LITERACY IN SOCIAL SCIENCES EDUCATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WITH WAYANG MEDIA FOR STKIP BINA INSAN MANDIRI PGSD STUDENTS
Authors: Rifayanti Zuni Eka Tiyas , Salamah Evi Rizki
Published: October 2019

Digital literacy referred to in the study here is the use of information technology as an alternative learning resource to support student literature in elementary school social studies courses and the use of puppet media in teaching puppet material Indonesian independence figures. The rapid development of information technology requires us to be able to use it for educational purposes. If the world of education can make good use of information technology, it is not impossible, the development of education will be better. One of the uses of information technology is the use of Digital Literacy in the learning process. This type of research is descriptive research with qualitative and quantitative approaches. From the results of the research that has been done and by looking at the discussion above, it can be seen that there is an increase and success in the application of a digital literacy culture in the scope of the STKIP Bina Insan Mandiri PGSD Study Program. The results of this study indicate that students who are able to carry out digital literacy and are accustomed to literacy have been proven from the test results and observations obtained by researchers.
ERROR ANALYSIS OF STUDENTS IN GRADE VI OF BUMIREJO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1 IN COMPLETING FLOWCHART DEBIT STORY PROBLEMS
Authors: Ramadhantri Isni , Achmad Andhi , Sukoco Arvrian , Suryandari Kartika Crysti
Published: October 2019

Mathematics is very important for human life. Mathematics has been taught since elementary school. Even so mathematics remains a subject that is difficult for students to understand. One sub-material that is considered difficult is the story of flow discharge. With this, researchers are interested in conducting research that aims to find out the types of students' errors and the factors that cause errors in grade VI students of SD Negeri 1 Bumirejo in solving the flow discharge story. This research is a qualitative descriptive study with data collection techniques using questionnaires, interviews and test questions. The subjects of this study were 8 students taken from 33 students in grade VI randomly / Random Sampling. The results of our study indicate that there are 5 types of errors in students, namely (1) reading errors about the problem (2) errors in understanding the problem (3) problem transformation errors (4) process skill errors (5) answers writing errors. Factors that cause student error are students who do not understand the problem, students are less careful and careful in working on the problem and students do not understand some of the meaning of words in the math problem. Therefore we decided to conduct a research entitled "Error Analysis of Students in Grade VI of Bumirejo Elementary School 1 in Completing Flowchart Debit Story Problems".
THE ROLE OF LITERACY ACTIVITIES ON INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENT OF CLASS 5 SDN BANJURMUKADAN THROUGH ANALYSIS OF DEVELOPMENT TASKS AND INVENTORY STUDENT DEVELOPMENT TASKS IN 2018
Authors: Nurjanah Amanda Putri , Khabibah Febriyanti Umi , Chamdani Muhamad
Published: October 2019

Students need a pattern of learning literacy as a form of contribution to strengthening character values. This research aims to describe the role of literacy activities on the intellectual development of grade 5 students of Banjurmukadan Elementary School through Development Task Analysis (ATP) and Development Task Inventory (ITP). This research uses descriptive qualitative method, which consists of: data collection, data reduction, data presentation, conclusion drawing and verification, the results of the collected studies are then described and analyzed. The conclusion of this study is literacy activities have a good effect on students' intellectual development.
Facebook Communication and Marketing Influence on Decision-Making and Choice of University Student Representatives: A Student’s Perspective
Authors: Chininga Tapiwa , Rungani Ellen , Chiliya Norman , Chuchu Tinashe
Published: October 2019

Facebook has become the main platform for young adults to sustain their social presence as well as expand their social networks. The impact of social media on youth decision-making has attracted much attention in research and academia. The research setting was at University of Fort Hare, a university located in South Africa. Before and during a student representative council (SRC) election at the university, the six student parties contesting for the leadership office utilised Facebook in communicating and marketing their campaign messages to fellow students. This research therefore empirically investigated how Facebook influenced university students’ intention to vote and elect an SRC for the institution. The survey methodology was adopted in collecting data and non-probability sampling, a form of convenience sampling was utilised in selection of suitable participants for the study. A total of 381 students participated in the study responding to questions examining potential drivers of selection of a particular student representative party (SRP). A conceptual model was developed with Facebook constructs that included “medium credibility of Facebook”, “peer communication on Facebook” and “user trust of Facebook” among other factors that influence students’ choice of an (SRP). The main findings established that identification with peers was observed as having the most significant impact on youths’ intention to vote for student representatives. Message credibility was found to have weak impact on student’s intention to vote for a particular (SRC) candidate. Implications emerged from the findings and further research suggestions were provided.
Computation of Surge-Pressure-Wave Propagation During Cementation Process
Authors: Assaad Wissam , Di Crescenzo Daniele , Murphy Darren , Boyd John
Published: October 2019

In this paper, we present a method of modeling surge pressures and wave propagation that can occur during well execution. The surge pressures have an effect on formations [i.e., formation fracture resulting in mud losses and nonproductive time (NPT)]. Knowing the amplitude of surge pressure in advance can lead to operation redesign to avoid losses. Swab- and surge-pressure waves can occur at numerous events during well execution. For example, during liner operations, pressure waves can occur at dart landing or plug shearing, liner-hanger setting, or clearing a plugged shoe-track component. It is possible for surge-pressure waves to create fractures in shale and sand layers (i.e., when surge-pressure-wave amplitude exceeds formation fracturing resistance).

A transient-state physical model is built to compute pressure-wave propagation through drillstring, casing, and open hole to predict the amplitude of a surge-pressure wave and to warn when a fracture might occur in the formation, to avoid mud losses and NPT.

In the model, continuity and energy partial-differential equations (PDEs) are built for a cylindrical fluid element contained in an elastic hollow cylinder. The method of characteristics is applied to convert the PDEs to ordinary-differential equations (ODEs). The ODEs are solved numerically to compute pressure distribution along well depth and in time. The model is implemented as a graphical-user-interface (GUI) tool to be used by drilling engineers at the design phase of a well to avoid losses. The GUI tool is targeted to address different scenarios that take place during the cementation process. To date, the transient-state physical model has been applied successfully in various applications, such as monodiameter technology, running casing, and perforating operations. Two cases are studied, one for a well in the Gulf of Mexico (GOM) where mud losses have been reported, and the other for a well in Malaysia where no mud losses have occurred. Pressure-wave computations are performed with the GUI tool for the two cases. The results of both cases are presented in this paper and show that formation fracture can be predicted by the GUI tool and subsequent losses can be avoided.
Initiation time of weaning and associated factors among mothers of children aged less than 2 years in Aksum town, Tigray, Ethiopia: A cross sectional study, July 2018
Authors: Knfu Beriha Welay , Kasa Mekuria , Msgna Haftom Gebrehiwot , Gebrezgi Birhane Hailu , Welu Tesfay Hailu , Abraha Elsa Hagos
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Background: Weaning is the period of time when infants introduce food different from breast milk in their diet, together with a gradual reduction of the intake of milk. It is estimated that 6% of under-five child mortality every year can be reduced through age appropriate infant feeding. Ethiopian demographic health survey 2016 declared that 21% of children consuming foods by age 4-5 months. Few Studies done in Ethiopia describe initiation time of weaning.
Objective: To assess initiation time of weaning and associated factors among mothers of children aged less than 2 years in Aksum Town 2017/18.
Methods: Community based cross-sectional study was conducted from December to May 2017/18 among 358 mothers of children. Simple random sampling technique was used to select from the five kebeles. Data was entered to Epi info version 7 and transported to SPSS version 22. Logistic regressions were used to identify the predictors of initiation time of weaning. Variables with P value <0.05 with 95% CI in the multivariable analysis were taken for declaring level of significance. The analyzed data were presented using texts, tables, graphs and charts.
Result: In this study prevalence of early initiation of weaning was 38% (CI=33.0, 43.0). Mothers of children aged less than 2 years having poor knowledge on initiation of weaning Adjusted Odds Ratio ((AOR) =2.08, 95% CI=1.12, 3.90), mothers who were not received formal advice from health professionals on initiation of weaning (AOR =1.93, 95% CI=1.17, 3.16), mothers who return to work during post postpartum period (AOR= 3.32, CI=1.99, 5.54) and had family size of four and above (AOR= 2.53 ,95% CI=1.46, 4.39) were significantly associated factors with early initiation time of weaning.
Conclusion: In this study prevalence of early initiation of weaning was high. Having poor knowledge, not received formal weaning advice, return to work and have family size of four and above were significantly associated factors with early initiation of weaning. Hence, Formal weaning advice should be given to mothers of children at health institutions during their prenatal care service regarding to initiation time of weaning.
Key words: Initiation of weaning, early weaning, timely weaning
Accuracy of the lower third molar radiographic imaging to estimate age among Ugandan young people
Authors: Mwesigwa Catherine Lutalo , Kutesa Annet Mutebi , Munabi Ian Guyton , Kabenge Catherine Ann , Buwembo William
Published: October 2019

Objective: Dental development is a useful method for age estimation. Although third molar eruption is commonly used to estimate age in Uganda, it is reported to be unreliable because of external influences. The more reliable radiographic techniques have inter-ethnic differences but data from sub-Saharan Africa are limited regarding estimating age in young adults. This study, therefore, aimed at determining the accuracy of Demirjian’s classification of the lower third molar, a common dental age estimation method, in estimating key ages in a Ugandan population using Ugandan references. Dental records of 1021 Ugandans aged 10-22 years were assigned to two groups; reference and test. The reference data was retrieved from a database of a previous bigger research project. Results: The overall sample population comprised of 514/1021 (50.3%) males. The mean age was 15.8 (3.6) years. No significant sex differences in dental age were established in the reference sample (520 records). Accuracy values (area under the curve) at the 12-, 14-, 16- and 18-year-cut-offs were between 0.83 and 0.90 using the test sample (501 records). The results suggest that Demirjian’s classification of the lower third molars is a useful method for age estimation in the young urban Ugandan population in the 10-22-year age-group.
Determinants Of Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive Methods Utilization Among Married Women Of Reproductive Age Group In Ambo Town, Oromia Region, West Ethiopia, 2016: A Case Control Study
Authors: Soboka Dawit Regassa , Tessema Fasil , Nigatu Mamo
Published: October 2019

Background: Long-acting reversible contraceptive methods are the most effective, safe, convenient and cost-effective compared to other modern contraceptive methods. The prevalence of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization among married women in the study area was only 5% out of users of all methods and eligible group, which is comparatively low compared to the regional and national targets.
Objective: To identify determinants of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization among married women of the reproductive age group in Ambo town, 2016
Methods: Community based unmatched case-control study was conducted in Ambo town among married women of reproductive age group. 140 users and 280 non-users were randomly included. Bivariable and multivariable logistic regression was used to identify candidate variables and independent predictor variables respectively. Adjusted odds ratios together with their corresponding 95% CI were calculated to assess the strength of association and statistical significance.
Result: 139 users and 279 non-users were interviewed giving a response rate of 99%. Moderate level of knowledge on long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (AOR= 8.73, 95%CI: 3.08 - 24.77), Good level of knowledge (AOR=13.99, 95%CI: 4.93-39.71), spousal discussion on long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (AOR=2.88, 95%CI: 1.3-6.36), positive attitude toward long-acting reversible contraceptive methods (AOR=7.07, 95% CI: 3.77-13.24), Women from households in the poorest wealth quintile (AOR= 6.83, 95%CI: 2.68-17.38), Women from households in the medium wealth quintile (AOR=5.83, 95%CI: (2.23- 15.23) were positive determinants ,whereas intention to give birth in the future (AOR=0.09, 95%CI: 0.02- 0.36) and woman’s expectation of restriction to methods use (AOR=0.2, 95%CI: 0.08- 0.48) were negative determinants of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization.
Conclusion: Good knowledge, moderate knowledge, positive attitude, wealth index and spousal discussion were positive determinants, while intention to give birth in the future and woman’s expectation of restriction to method use were negative determinants of long-acting reversible contraceptive methods utilization.
Stakeholders should emphasize behavioral change communication to increase knowledge on long-acting reversible contraceptive methods, strengthen inter-spousal discussion and bring a positive attitude toward long-acting reversible contraceptive methods.
Keywords: long-acting reversible contraceptive methods, married women of reproductive age, Ambo town
Comparison between bundled multi-segment rib graft and titanium mesh bone graft in the treatment of thoracic and lumbar spinal tuberculosis
Authors: Wang Yifan , Shi Shiyuan , Zheng Qi , Zheng Mingfeng , Jin Yanghui
Published: October 2019

Background: To investigate the two different methods including bone grafting with bundled multi-segment ribs and titanium mesh bone grafting through posterior approach in patients with thoracic and lumbar spinal tuberculosis. Methods: 38 patients with thoracic spinal tuberculosis in our hospital were divided into group A (19 cases of titanium mesh bone grafting) and group B (19 cases of bone grafting with bundled multi-segment ribs). The transverse costal process approach was firstly initiated, then the necrotic tissue of tuberculosis lesions was removed thoroughly. Finally, titanium mesh bone grafting and bone grafting with bundled multi-segment ribs was applied, respectively. Results: The data demonstrated that 12 to 24 months of follow-up revealed that the operation time of Titanium mesh bone grafting in group A was 21.2+2.3 min, and that of bundled rib bone grafting in group B was 7.2+2.4 min. Compared to group A, the time in group B was significantly shorter. The amount of bleeding in group A not distinct from that in group B. There was no significant difference in Cobb angle. The fusion time in the two groups was similar. There was no significant difference in Oswestry dysfunction index between the two groups at the last follow-up. Conclusions: Bone grafting with bundled multi-segment ribs could stable the function quickly after thoracic tuberculosis lesion clearance, indicating as an alternative and development prospects of bone graft strategy.
Effects of dance on gait and dual-task gait in Parkinson’s disease
Authors: Haputhanthirige Nadeesha Kalyani Hewa , Sullivan Karen , Moyle Gene , Brauer Sandy , Jeffrey Erica Rose , Kerr Graham
Published: October 2019

Background Gait impairments in Parkinson’s disease (PD) limit independence and quality of life. While dance based interventions could improve gait, further studies are needed to determine if the benefits generalise to different terrains and when dual-tasking. The aim was to perform a feasibility study of the effects of a dance intervention, based on the Dance for PD®(DfPD®) program, on gait under different dual-tasks (verbal fluency, serial subtraction) and surfaces (even, uneven), and to determine if a larger scale follow-up RCT is warranted.Methods A dance group (DG; n = 17; age = 65.8 ± 11.7 years) and a control group (CG: n = 16; age = 67.0 ± 7.7 years) comprised of non-cognitively impaired (Addenbrooke’s score: DG = 93.2 ± 3.6, CG = 92.6 ± 4.3) independently locomoting people with PD (Hoehn & Yahr I-III) participated in the study. The DG undertook a one-hour DfPD®based class, twice weekly for 12 weeks. The CG had treatment as usual. Gait analysis was performed at baseline and post-intervention while walking on two surfaces (even, uneven) under three conditions (regular walking; dual-task: verbal-fluency, serial-subtraction). The data was analysed by means of a linear mixed model. ResultsThe DG improved significantly compared to the CG in gait velocity, cadence, step-length, and stride-length when even surface walking, with and without a dual-task. On the uneven surface the DG walked more cautiously during regular walking but had improved gait velocity, cadence and step-length when performing serial-subtractions. Conclusions DfPD®-based classes produced clinically significant improvement on spatiotemporal gait parameters under dual-task conditions and on uneven surfaces. This could arise from improved movement confidence and coordination; emotional expression; cognitive skills (planning, multitasking), and; utilisation of external movement cues. A large-scale RCT of this program is warranted.Trial registration A protocol for this study has been registered retrospectively at Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry on 12.11.2018. Identifier: ACTRN12618001834246.
Expression and clinical significance of interleukin-9 in renal tumors
Authors: Zhiyu Zhang , Jun Ouyang , Jinxian Pu , Jianquan Hou , Zhang Jianglei
Published: October 2019

Background To measure expression levels of interleukin-9 (IL-9) in renal tumors and to determine the clinical significance of those levels. Methods We enrolled 66 patients who underwent surgical resection of renal tumors between January and December 2018 at the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University. Their tumor tissues were paired with adjacent normal tissues and IL-9 expression levels were measured using immunohistochemistry. We determined the correlation of IL-9 expression with clinicopathological features and progression-free survival (PFS). Results Expression of IL-9 in renal tumors was significantly lower than in adjacent normal tissues (P <0.0001). There was a significant negative correlation between IL-9 expression levels and R.E.N.A.L. scores (P = 0.0277) as well as with differentiation (P = 0.0041). However, no significant correlation was found between IL-9 levels and clinicopathological features, including gender (P = 0.0716), age (P = 0.0.2566), BMI (P = 0.7941), tumor size (P = 0.4193) or TNM staging (P = 0.5402). PFS time in renal tumor patients with positive IL-9 expression was similar to that of patients with negative IL-9 expression. Conclusions IL-9 expression was higher in adjacent normal tissues than in renal tumors. Low expression of IL-9 was detected when R.E.N.A.L. score was high or cell differentiation was poor, suggesting that IL-9 may positively participate in renal tumor microenvironments.
Predictors of Tuberculosis in HIV Patients in the Clinic Voluntary Counseling and Testing in Medan City
Authors: Lubis Rahayu , Jemadi Jemadi , Utama Surya , Rasmaliah Rasmaliah
Published: October 2019

Background: The incidence of tuberculosis in HIV patients (TB-HIV) w as estimated at 126 per 100,000 in the world. The number of HIV infected patients in Indonesia around 190,000 to 400,00 0 and the prevalence of TB-HIV is 5%. Data TB-HIV still increase s and they are un aware of that until a late stage. Understanding the risk factors of people with TB-HIV co-infection is important to know. This study aims to know the predictors of TB-HIV patients in the clinic voluntary counseling and testing (VCT) in Medan city. Methods: This is a case-control study. The case is TB-HIV patients (aged > 20 years) seen at clinic VCT Medan in 2016. Control is HIV patients without TB (aged > 20 years) seen in the same clinic VCT. The number of cases was 120 and the number of control 120. Data were collected from the medical record. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test in SPSS software. Results: The t otal was 240 patients. The majority were in the age group 31-40 years old (52.9%), male (75.8%), married (71.7%), had tertiary education (85.4%), had employment (89.2%) . Significant factors were CD4 < 500 cells/ml (OR 3.92; 95% CI 2.13-7.22), BMI < 18.5 kg/m2 (OR 5.79; 95% CI 3.25-10.21), had history of TB family (OR 7.9; 95% CI 3.67-18.18), adherence ARV (OR 1.35; 95% CI 1.02-1.79). Conclusions: The predictors of incidence TB-HIV co-infection was low CD4, low BMI, and had a family history of TB. Pay the attention for the nutritional status of TB-HIV patients and provide appropriate nutritional intake needs and adherence ARV.