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Development of Integrated Natural Science Practicum Guide Integrated Inquiry Approach to Improve Student Learning Outcomes
Authors: Ananda Rezki Maya , Sitorus Marham , Silaban Ramlan
Published: January 2021

This study aims to obtain a practicum guide for Integrated Natural Sciences in SMP integrated with guided inquiry approach. This research is a research and development research and experiment. The population in this study were all students of class VIII SMP Negeri 2 Padangsidimpuan. The instrument used was a feasibility questionnaire based on the National Education Standards Agency, a feasibility questionnaire based on conformity with the guided inquiry learning model, cognitive test instruments, critical thinking skills test instruments, and skills observation sheets. The research data were analyzed using independent sample T-test and correlation test with SPSS 21 for windows at a significance of 0.05 with tcount> ttable and rcount> rtable. The results showed that: the Integrated Natural Science book in schools still has shortcomings so that it needs to be developed, the practicum manual that has been developed in Integrated Natural Science learning class VIII semester I is feasible based on the National Education Standards Agency and is in accordance with the model Guided inquiry learning, students' skills are more developed than students using Integrated Natural Science books in schools, student learning outcomes are better than student learning outcomes using Integrated Natural Science books in schools, thinking ability level The critical thinking ability of students is higher than the critical thinking skills of students using the Integrated Natural Science book in schools, there is a significant relationship between skills and the improvement of student learning outcomes and there is a significant relationship between the level of critical thinking skills of students with an increase in student learning outcomes.
Analysis of Students' Mathematical Problem Solving Ability in terms of Student Learning Styles with Models Problem Based Learning
Authors: Dermawan Dwi Ardy , Siagian Pargaulan , Sinaga Bornok
Published: January 2021

This study aims to analyze and determine: (1) the level of mathematical problem solving ability in terms of learning styles after implementing problem-based learning; (2) errors and difficultiesexperienced by students in solving math problem solving abilities in terms of learning styles after implementing problem-based learning. This research is a descriptive qualitative research. The subjects of this study were 32 students of SMA Negeri 1 Rantau Selatan class X MIPA 1, who were then appointed to interview subjects based on the Kolb & Kolb learning style, namely accommodation, divergent, assimilation, and convergent based on the level obtained based on indicators and aspects of difficulty. The research results are as follows: (1) there are 8 students (25%) has a learning style accommodation with the level of mathematical problem solving ability medium category amounted to 3 students, and low category amounted to 5 students; there are 11 students(34.37%) have a divergent learning style with a level of mathematical problem solving ability 1 student in high category, 4 students in medium category, 6 students in low category; exist 9 students (28.13%) have an assimilating learning style with a level of mathematical problem solving ability medium category amounted to 2 students, and low category amounted to 7 people; exist4 students (12.5%) have a convergent learning style with a level of mathematical problem solving ability medium category amounted to 3 students, with the low category amounted to 1 student;(2) for students' difficulties with accommodation learning styles, students have difficulty on principle indicators; for the difficulties of students with divergent learning styles, students have difficulty on indicators of concepts and principles; for the difficulties of students with assimilation learning styles, students have difficulty in the concept indicators and indicators of verbal problems; for the difficulty of students with convergent learning styles, students have difficulty on principle indicators.
Fundamentos Pedagógicos para la enseñanza-aprendizaje de la Educación Física en Modalidad Virtual: Un reto actual
Authors: Carrasco Coca Orlando Rodrigo , Caicedo Merizalde José Guillermo , Savedra Valdiviezo Ower Armando , Ochoa Sangurima Vanessa Lucia
Published: January 2021

Introducción. Continuar el proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje en los diferentes niveles y asignaturas en tiempos de COVID 19, ha demandado pasar de la modalidad presencial a la virtual. En la Educación Física esto ha tenido una repercusión considerable. Objetivo Reflexionar sobre la importancia de la aplicabilidad de los fundamentos pedagógicos para la enseñanza - aprendizaje de la Educación Física en la modalidad virtual. Metodología. El estudio siguió una metodología descriptiva, no experimental, mediante el empleo de métodos teóricos con base en la RSL (Revisión Sistemática de Literatura), posibilitando consultar 25 fuentes relacionadas con el tema de investigación. Resultados.1.- Se logró la identificación de 15 estudios potencialmente relevantes que contribuyeron a sistematizar las estrategias seguidas sobre la importancia de la aplicabilidad de los fundamentos pedagógicos de la Educación Física para su enseñanza-aprendizaje mediante la modalidad virtual. 2. El análisis devela el reto que esto ha significado, precisamente por estar contemplada la Educación Física dentro del grupo de asignaturas prácticas y las limitadas competencias de los docentes para desarrollar el proceso de enseñanza –aprendizaje en este nuevo escenario. 3. Las oportunidades que ofrecen las TICs, ha permitido dar continuidad al proceso de enseñanza - aprendizaje e incidir de manera positiva en el desarrollo de otras competencias tanto en los docentes como en los estudiantes. Conclusiones: El análisis de las teorías precedentes confirman la importancia de los fundamentos pedagógicos que sustentan la Educación Física y su utilidad para el desarrollo del proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje mediante la modalidad virtual, sin dejar de ser conscientes que lo primordial no es la tecnología como tal, sino el uso que podemos hacer de ella dentro del proceso educativo.  Independientemente a ello migrar de la modalidad presencial a la virtual, ha constituido un gran reto, provocando la necesidad de potenciar en tiempo récord el desarrollo de competencias y habilidades didácticas -metodológicas en los docentes y estudiantes.
La estimulación temprana como base para los procesos de enseñanza-aprendizaje en la educación infantil.
Authors: Ríos Bayas Ruth Sayonara , Coral Padilla Sandy Janeth , Carrasco Coca Orlando Rodrigo , Espinoza Regalado Cristina Elizabeth
Published: January 2021

Introducción.  La aplicación de programas de Estimulación Temprana para potenciar la formación integral y el máximo desarrollo en los niños, ha venido constituyendo una tarea prioritaria, sin embargo, hacer que estos sean la base sobre la cual se sustenten los procesos de enseñanza –aprendizaje continúa siendo un gran reto, entre otros aspectos por la propia diversidad existente y la falta de equidad al momento de aplicarlos. Objetivo.  Reflexionar sobre las relaciones que se dan entre ambos procesos y la importancia que tiene la Estimulación Temprana en el logro de resultados significativos en el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje. Metodología. El estudio contempló una metodología descriptiva, no experimental con base en la Revisión Sistemática de la Literatura (RSL), la cual facilitó consultar 29 fuentes relacionadas con el tema, identificándose bajo los criterios de inclusión y exclusión 11 investigaciones relevantes. Resultados. 1. Se confirma que estamos en presencia de un proceso que reviste gran importancia para la vida del niño, el cual en cuanto a su terminología ha tenido diferentes definiciones, coincidiéndose en que está encaminado a prevenir y/o compensar posibles anomalías, en la misma medida que busca la estimulación integral de todas las áreas del desarrollo del niño, en vínculo directo con el contexto socioeducativo y familiar. 2. Para que constituya la base del proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje, presupone, determinar cuáles son los objetivos a alcanzar, estar precedido de la realización de diagnósticos multidisciplinares y contar con la participación activa del niño y de su entorno familiar, así como de docentes o especialistas con las competencias requeridas para detectar, caracterizar, evaluar e intervenir. Conclusiones. Se considera un proceso altamente significativo y de gran importancia para el desarrollo exitoso del proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje, siempre y cuando se realice desde la visión del desarrollo integral del niño, contemplando la estimulación de todas las áreas. Su valía radica en lograr concebir este desde posicionamientos multidisciplinares, equitativos e incluyentes.
Development of the Test Instrument for Measuring Students' Critical Thinking Abilities on Fluid Material
Authors: Verawati Ni Nyoman Sri Putu , Prayogi Saiful , Yusup Muhammad Yusril , Taha Hafsah
Published: January 2021

This study aimed to develop a test instrument to measure students' critical thinking skills on fluid material.  Characteristics of the instrument and its validity estimation are also described. This research and development study employed five stages of research, namely information collecting (literature review and preparation of the subject matter), planning (defining and formulating objectives), developing preliminary form of the test instrument, preliminary field testing (expert validation), and main product revision (in accordance with the recommendations in the preliminary field testing). The content and construct validity were estimated by expert validation. Results of the instrument validation showed average scores for each component (content validity index of 4.63 and construct validity of 4.75), both of which are in the very valid category. The final result of the instrument validation is 4.69 (very valid if: Va > 4.21), with 98.7% reliability. Description of the study result is presented further in this article.
The Effect of Guided Inquiry Learning Model to the Metacognitive Ability of Primary School Students
Authors: Hastuti Intan Dwi , Mariyati Yuni , Sutarto S. , Nasirin Chairun
Published: January 2021

This study aimed at analyzing the effect of guided inquiry learning to the metacognitive ability of primary school students on the material of Least Common Multiple (KPK) and Greatest Common Divisor (FPB). The type of study was a mixed-method using quantitative and qualitative methods. There were 55 students of 4th grade used as the subjects of study. Two learning models were compared, namely guided inquiry learning model and conventional learning model. The students’ metacognitive ability was measured by means of problem-solving test on the material of Least Common Multiple (KPK) and Greatest Common Divisor (FPB). The quantitative analysis data used descriptive and inferential statistical tests. According to the results of data analysis, it was discovered that the t-test of sig (2-tailed) from the independent samples t-test of post-test was 0,00 (p = <0,05); this indicated that there was a significant difference on it. This showed that there was a difference of students’ metacognitive ability for both classes in solving the problems of Least Common Multiple (KPK) and Greatest Common Divisor (FPB) after the guided inquiry learning was implemented. Consequently, it can be concluded that there is a significant effect on the implementation of guided inquiry learning model to improve the students’ metacognitive ability in solving the material problems of Least Common Multiple (KPK) and Greatest Common Divisor (FPB).
The Effect of PBL Model and Learning Styles on Mathematical Problem-Solving and Self Esteem Abilities
Authors: Rigusti Wangsit , Pujiastuti Heni , Mutaqin Anwar
Published: January 2021

This study aimed at determining whether the PBL model and learning styles could influence the students' mathematical problem-solving and self-esteem abilities. This study was a quasi-experimental study, in which in include of two classes namely X MIPA 1 class (Mathematics and Natural Sciences); moreover, there were 24 students who used the PBL learning model as an experimental class and X MIPA 2 (Mathematics and Natural Sciences) that consisted of 22 students used a scientific learning model as a control class at SMAN 17 Pandeglang on the academic year of 2019/2020. In addition to the learning model, the students were also categorized based on visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles. The data were collected by means of learning style questionnaires, problem-solving ability test, and self-esteem questionnaires. The data analysis was performed statistically both descriptive and inferential. The validity of mathematical problems was based on the expert assessment and validity test while the reliability was tested using product moment correlation. Pre-test and post-test data had been tested and both of them were homogeneous and normally distributed. The homogeneity test used Lavene test and the normality test used Chi Square. The influence test was performed using statistics, the average difference test, the two-way ANOVA test, and the Post Hoc follow-up test with Scheffe. All data were processed using SPSS. This study indicated the success by obtaining a significant value of 0.00 <α. Hence, it can be concluded that there is an effect of the implementation of PBL models and learning styles on mathematical problem-solving and self-esteem abilities.
Environmental Literacy of Islamic Boarding School Students: Study in MA Bilingual-Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia
Authors: Husamah H. , Miharja Fuad Jaya , Hidayati Dewi Arif
Published: January 2021

Environmental literacy (EL) must be implanted in education, including at the Islamic Boarding School. This study aimed to analyze the EL of students (focus on ecological knowledge/EK, verbal commitment/VC, and actual commitment/AC) in MA Bilingual-Sidoarjo. The approach used was a quantitative approach, supported by qualitative data. This research was ex-post facto, for three months. The research subjects were 120 students (40 each grade), taken by purposive sampling. EL was assessed using MSELS/I. The analysis was carried out by tabulating it into Microsoft Excel 2010. The results showed various EL scores. The aspects of EK vary, from sufficient to high levels. Students in class XI and XII-IPA have a relatively high EK score, while students of class X-IPS have low score. The distribution of students' EK scores in one class group was very diverse. Students tend to have an attitude (VK) that agrees to take pro-environmental actions, especially on small things, but the opposite in terms related to the system and the involvement of many people. At the level of behavior (AC), students tend to show pro-environmental actions. Thus it can be concluded that EL students tend to be diverse, tend to increase their quality according to class level.
Development of Android-Based Appy Pie Learning Media on Mathematics in Elementary School
Authors: Latifa Inas Sayyida , Pamungkas Aan Subhan , Alamsyah Trian Pamungkas , Yandari Indhira Asih Vivi
Published: January 2021

This research aimed to develop Android-based Appy Pie learning media in mathematics subjects, especially two-dimensional shape material. Moreover, to determine the validity level of the android-based Appy Pie learning media developed and to determine the students' responses after using android-based Appy Pie learning media. This research uses the 3D model (define, design, and development) as the modification result of the 4D model by Thiagarajan. The subjects of this research were 45 fourth-grade students of SDN Rawu. The result of this research is the average score of media experts validation is 91.11% which included in the “very feasible” category, the average score of material expert validation is 98.33% which included in the “very feasible” category. The average score of the students response is 91.11% that included in the “very good” category, so it can be concluded that the Android-based Appy Pie learning media is feasible to use in the two-dimensional shape material of fourth-grade.
The Impact of Environmental Based Physics Learning on Students' Concept Mastery and Ecopreneurship Management
Authors: Sunarti Titin , Hariyono Eko , Setyarsih Woro , Prahani Binar Kurnia , Suyidno S.
Published: January 2021

Strengthening ecopreneurship plays an important role in preparing students for success in the life and career of students, but this skill is not well trained in learning physics. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to analyze the impact of environment-based physics learning on students' mastery of concepts and ecopreneurship. This research is a quasi experimental research with one group pretest and posttest design. The research subjects were 29 students of the physics education study program, Surabaya State University, Indonesia, who programmed basic physics courses. The data collection technique used a conceptual mastery test instrument and ecopreneurship. The data analysis technique used the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test, Paired t-test, Wilcoxon test, and N-Gain. The results showed a significant increase in students' mastery of concepts and ecopreneurship at α = 5%, with mean N-gain of 0.63 and 0.60, respectively, within the moderate criteria. Thus, environment-based physics learning has a significant impact on increasing student mastery of concepts and ecopreneurship.
Development of 21st Century Learning Skills Assessment Instruments in STEM-Based Science Learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
Authors: Dewanti Binar Ayu , Santoso Agus
Published: January 2021

This study aimed to develop a valid, practical, and effective 21st century learning skills assessment instrument for STEM-based science learning. This representation assessment instrument was developed with a 4 D development model with four stages, namely: definition, design, development, and distribution. The 21st century learning skills that are the focus of assessment in this instrument include critical thinking skills, creativity, communication, and collaboration. The subjects of this study consisted of 2 expert validators, 1 science teacher, and 26 students of grade VII SMP at SMPN 2 Sugio, Lamongan. Data collection methods used in this research is validation, questionnaire, observation, and documentation. Data analysis used in this study is the method of obtaining an average for each indicator, aspect, to the total mean, which is then referred to in the interval determining the level of validity & practicality of the product (scale 1-3), as well as statistical testing of  paired sample T-test with descriptive statistical analysis. The results of this study are that the 21st century learning skills assessment instrument in STEM-based science learning is valid with a validity score of 2.87, is very practical to use (with a practicality score of 3), and has a positive effect on student learning skills.
Exploration of Student Thinking Process in Proving Mathematical Statements
Authors: Hamdani Deni , Sarjana Ketut , Tyaningsih Ratna Yulis , Lu’luilmaknun Ulfa , Junaidi J.
Published: January 2021

A mathematical statement is not a theorem until it has been carefully derived from previously proven axioms, definitions and theorems. The proof of a theorem is a logical argument that is given deductively and is often interpreted as a justification for statements as well as a fundamental part of the mathematical thinking process. Studying the proof can help decide if and why our answers are logical, develop the habit of arguing, and make investigating an integral part of any problem solving. However, not a few students have difficulty learning it. So it is necessary to explore the student's thought process in proving a statement through questions, answer sheets, and interviews. The ability to prove is explored through 4 (four) proof schemes, namely Scheme of Complete Proof, Scheme of Incomplete Proof, Scheme of unrelated proof, and Scheme of Proof is immature. The results obtained indicate that the ability to prove is influenced by understanding and the ability to see that new theorems are built on previous definitions, properties and theorems; and how to present proof and how students engage with proof. Suggestions in this research are to change the way proof is presented, and to change the way students are involved in proof; improve understanding through routine proving new mathematical statements; and developing course designs that can turn proving activities into routine activities.
The Effect of Diboracy (Digital Book Containing Scientific Literacy) in Reducing Misconceptions on Newton’s Law of Gravity
Authors: Sasmita Fauzia Dwi , Arifuddin Muhammad , Mahtari Saiyidah
Published: January 2021

The low utilization of technology and scientific literacy skills lacking in the classroomsremaina major problem in the learning and teaching process, specifically in influencing students' conceptual understanding. This research aims to analyze the effect of Diboracy (Digital Book Contained Scientific Literacy) in reducing misconceptions in Newton's law of gravity. This research uses experimentalresearch design with one group pre-test-post-test conductedon research subjects which were selected through random sampling technique. The sum of the research subjects include 38 students. The data instruments include tests and non-tests instruments. The test distributed is in the form of multiple choice questions equipped with CRI to measure the misconceptions, while the non-test assessmenttakes form of questionnaires to determine students’ responses to Diboracy. Data analysis was performed through t-test on student learning outcomes and the students’ questionnaire responseswhich resulted in the average percentages. Based on the analysis, it can be concluded that: (1) there is an effect in reducing students’ misconceptions when Diboracy is implemented, specifically regarding Newton's law of gravity; (2) students give better responses to Diboracy than textbooks.
Multidimensional Analysis of Environmental Literacy (Sensitivity, Knowledge, Belief, and Behavior of Environment) of Prospective Teachers
Authors: Hadi Samsun , Rahardjanto Abdulkadir , Budiyanto Moch. Agus Krisno , Husamah H.
Published: January 2021

Sensitivity, knowledge, belief, and behavior to the environment will bring out good behavior that leads to environmental literacy (EL). This study aimed at analyzing the students’ EL based on the multidimensional perspective. This study comprised of two types, namely library and field research. Questionnaire was developed from The Second Minnesota Report Card on EL. This study was conducted in FKIP-UMM at undergraduate level, from July to October 2020. The types of data were in the form of qualitative and quantitative. The data were obtained from the results of Google Form. The population of this study was the students of FKIP-UMM, in which it consisted of 2.750 students. The subjects were chosen randomly by sharing the link of Google Form thru the WhatsApp group so that 139 students (5%) were obtained. The data and EL findings were analyzed descriptively qualitative analytic. Scaling multidimensional analysis was carried out by using ordination that continued with scaling and percentage processes. The results indicated that (1) Environmental sensitivity tends to show various conditions. (2) Environmental knowledge also tends to vary. (3) Environmental beliefs tend to be good. (4) Environmental behavior in students tends to be good.
Analisis Kinerja Keuangan pada PT. Bank Perkreditan Rakyat (BPR) Kabupaten Simalungun
Authors: Parapat Eka Pratiwi Septania , Kisno Kisno
Published: January 2021

The purpose of this study was to determine the financial condition based on liquidity ratio, solvency ratio, and profitability ratios in the PT. Bank Perkreditan Rakyat (BP R)KABUPATEN SIMALUNGUN Siantar in the years 2013  – 2015.  Field research method by approaching directly to the company that became the object of study. Book study library to research conducted by several scientific books and papers relating to discussion conducted.  The total assets in  2013 were Rp. 20.405.837.239 and increased in 2014 to Rp. 21.845.491.637, and in 2015 also increased to at  Rp.  24.383.506.204.  In  2013  the number of sales of  Rp.3.527.453.681 the company makes a profit of Rp. 386.631.825.  In 2014  sales increased to as much Rp. 3.820.802.620 with profit Rp. 440.536.679 and also increased from the previous year. In 2015 the company sales increased much Rp. 4.127.157.198, and makes a profit of Rp. 504.013.708
Apakah Financial Dan Operational Hedging Efektif Mengurangi Eksposur Nilai Tukar?
Authors:   Universitas Katolik Parahyangan Indonesia, Sasmitapura Angga , Djajadikerta Hamfri ,   Universitas Katolik Parahyangan Indonesia
Published: January 2021

n the midst of regulators' efforts to deepen the market by encouraging foreign exchange derivative transactions, this study aims to observe the effect of these derivative instruments from company perspective in reducing exchange rate exposures. In addition to hedge using derivative instruments (financial hedging), this study also observed hedging performed through firm’s operational activity (operational hedging) with control variables of export sales and foreign debt. The research object is manufacturing companies listed in IDX (Indonesia Stock Exchange) during 2010-2018 using panel data regression as data analysis method. Empirical results show that financial hedging reduce exchange rate exposures faced by companies while operational hedging has no effect. Export sales provide positive exchange rate exposures and foreign debt provide negative exchange rate exposures.
APPLICATION CONTEXT AND CREATIVITY BASED TEACHING MATERIALS TO IMPROVE SCIENCE LITERATION OF SD STUDENTS
Authors: Mulyani Sri
Published: January 2021

This study aims to describe the application of context-based and creativity-based teaching materials in grade V SD Negeri Pangkalan. The resulting need to support the manufacture of teaching material products so as to improve student learning outcomes. This research is a develpoment research that uses ten steps. Analysis of teaching material needs based on teachers and students perceptions was carried out on 21 5th grade students as the experimental class and 20 students in the control class. The data collection used a questionnaire for teaching material needs and a test of student learning outcomes. The analysis of needs includes four aspects, which are content, linguistics, presentation, and grapihic. In the application of teaching materials in student scientific literacy which is shown in student learning outcomes by 80,9% of students achieving completeness. Meanwhile, the control class only achieved 60% student completeness. So based on the analysis of the application of Context and Creativity-based teaching materials to improve students scientific literacy, it can be said to be successful.
EFFECTIVENESS DEVELOPMENT STUDENT WORKSHEETS BASED ON CAT TO IMPROVE MATHEMATIC UNDERSTANDING ABILITIES STUDENTS OF CLASS VI SD METHODIST-12 MEDAN
Authors: Silaban Patri Janson , Hasibuan Asnita
Published: January 2021

Basically, the ability of Mathematical Comprehension is an ability that can be trained for every student. Students Worksheet (LKPD) is a learning aid in the learning process. One of them is LKPD based on CAT (Computer Assisted Test). CAT is a learning medium that is designed to be used to develop interactive LKPD related to integer arithmetic operations. This research method is the method of Research and Development. The subject of this research is class VI SD Private Methodist-12 Medan Academic Year 2019/2020. The variables to be measured are proof of important analytical and experimental functions and / or characteristics (TKT 3) which includes the accuracy of LKPD based on CAT design, comprehension ability. student mathematics and the effectiveness and efficiency of use. Based on the expert's judgment, the material in this study was carried out by one validator in the field of mathematics education. The aspects of the assessment are the feasibility of content, presentation, language and graphics. The average score of the four aspects was 88.02% in the Very Good category. Judgment of media experts that the aspects of media feasibility, content feasibility, presentation and graphic. The average value of this aspect is 90.73% in the Very Good category. The assessment of media experts that the aspects of media feasibility, content feasibility, presentation. The average value of these two aspects is 95.00% in the Very Good category. The results of the data analysis of the individual test responses showed that the aspects of content, objectives, feasibility, technical quality and attractiveness. The average value of these five aspects is 92.00% in the Very Good category. The results of the data analysis of the individual test responses showed that the aspects of learning content, objectives, feasibility, technical quality and attractiveness. The average value of these five aspects is 92.00% in the Very Good category. The results of the data analysis of the field test students' responses indicated that the aspects of the content, the objectives of, the feasibility, the quality of the technique and the attractiveness. The average value of these five aspects is 94.77% in the Very Good category. The results of the data analysis of the individual test students' responses showed that the aspects of content, objectives, feasibility, quality and attractiveness. The average value of these five aspects is 92.00% in the Very Good category.
IMPROVING STUDENTS’ VOCABULARY MASTERY THROUGH CONTEXT CLUES IN UNDERSTANDING READING TEXTS BY USING GOOGLE CLASSROOM APPLICATION AT THE GRADE XII MS 2 OF SMA NEGERI PLUS OF RIAU PROVINCE
Authors: Emadesti Tengku
Published: January 2021

This article reports on the purpose of the research was to explain whether context clues gives improvement toward students’ vocabulary mastery in understanding reading texts by using google classroom application at grade XII MS 2 of SMAN Plus of Riau Province, with collecting the data, checklists, field notes, and tests were used.  This classroom action research consisted of two cycles constituting 3 meetings for each cycle. The result of this research shows that the students’ vocabulary mastery in understanding reading texts by using google classroom application increased in each cycles. In the first cycle, the percentage of students’ vocabulary mastery by using google classroom application was 80.60%. But, the result was not satisfactory yet. In the second cycle, the increase of students’ vocabulary mastery by using google classroom application  was 90.08%. It means that there is the increase of students’ vocabulary mastery in understanding reading texts  by using google classroom application in second cycles. In conclusion, the use of context clues could increase the students’ vocabulary mastery in understanding reading texts by using google classroom application.
SOCIAL MEDIA INTERDISCIPLINARITY IN MULTIMODALITY OF ARTS AND CULTURE EDUCATION FOR MILLENIALS
Authors: Fahmi Yasinda Widya , Djatiprambudi Djuli , Handayaningrum Warih
Published: January 2021

This study aims to explore the problems of art and culture interactive learning at the Junior High School level which belongs to the millennial generation. The focus of the study lies in the interdisciplinary aspect of social media in its delivery in multimodality of arts and culture learning process. Furthermore, to find out about opportunities, challenges, and responses from students about the use of social media in its development as a medium in art and culture interactive learning. The research method uses qualitative-analytic. Data collection used observation techniques which were carried out from January 2020 to June 2020, and questionnaires to 75 art teachers and 500 Junior High School students who were taken randomly, with spatial boundaries in Surabaya, East Java. The results showed that the learning involvement experienced by students had complexity and multimodality, including collaborative work, observing and evaluating each other's work, and involvement in finding, identifying, and exploring trends related to delivery in social media as a medium for art and culture learning process. Furthermore, it's able to motivate students to be more actively involved in learning with a sense of joy; positioning artwork with others on social media; increase the contextual and conceptual understanding in the material of art and culture and apply it as a process of actualizing students' aesthetic skills; and improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
WACANA MISOGINIS DALAM DISKURSUS TAFSIR AKADEMIS (KAJIAN EPISTEMOLOGIS ATAS JURNAL TAHUN 2010-2019)
Authors: Agustin Sherly Dwi
Published: January 2021

This study aims to examine misogynic interpretation issues in journals published in 2010-2019. Based on the assumption of journal stagnation in Indonesia on women studies, this study examined 32 journals published that year. Through an epithemological study, using literature review research methods and a philosophical approach, this study tries to examine bibliographically the articles that discuss the interpretation of misogyny verses. This study was conducted to analyze the tendency of writing on misogyny issues in journals. With Ignaz Goldziher's theory of the history of ideas, studies have succeeded in revealing that articles in journals tend to be based on interpretations of the formative era with quasi-critical reasoning dominated by modern feminist ideas from both the theme and methodological aspects. The implication of this study is the formation of a typology of misogynistic studies in journals, which can be used as a reference for the development of further studies, especially the development of the epistemology of al-Qur'an studies
PERSPEKTIF BARAKAH DALAM KESARJANAAN MUSLIM BARAT: STUDI ATAS PEMIKIRAN NAOUMAN ALI KHAN DI YOUTUBE
Authors: Aini Lia Qurrota
Published: January 2021

Barokah has been around for a long time even though it does not appear to be about its form, but everyone must feel the sweetness of barokah. The problem is that barokah has experienced a decline and has even begun to become extinct because its existence is not clearly visible. That is caused by the lack of public awareness of the power of Allah, so that it depends on the progress of science and technology at this time. Therefore, the author examines the interpretation of Nouman Ali Khan through Youtobe which contains a discussion of baraka as a form of recommendation to the public that the interpreter is very suitable to be studied at the present time. This article includes thematic methods (maudhu'i) as well as patterns of adab ijtima'i with a linguistic approach, so that the discussion presented by Nouman Ali Khan can be used as a basis for knowing, understanding and changing the paradigm of society through cognitive effects, affective effects, and behavioral effects.
RELASI JIHĀD DAN SABAR PERSPEKTIF MUḤAMMAD HUSEIN ṬABA’ṬABĀĪ DALAM TAFSIR AL-MIZĀN
Authors: Fatah Abdul
Published: January 2021

This article figure out the concept of jihād and its correlation with the concept of patience through Muhammad Husein al-ṬabaṬaba’ī perspective. This research set out from a study that often separates the concept of Jihād from the concept of patience, which makes the understanding of jihād used as the basis for violence action in the Qur'an. Meanwhile, some jihād verses are often juxtaposed with patience.  By using the thematic interpretation research method (al-tafsīr al-maudū’ī) and Lucien Goldman's theory of genetic structuralism on the jihād and patient verses in Muhammad Husein al-Tabataba’ī’s Tafsīr, al-Mizān, this study found two conclusions: First, according to ṬabaṬabā’ī, jihād and patience have a strong correlation. Although jihād is a description of one’s faith, the greatest jihad is to be patient with the anger, lust and temptations of satan. A mujāhid is someone who has a patient nature in himself, so even jihād in the form of war must be done with patience. Second, from the analysis of genetic structuralism, the view of ṬabaṬaba’ī was come from an academic situation that emphasizes moderation and logical thinking. Thus, the jihād interpretation in the Tafsīr al-Mizān is peacefull Jihād.
PENAFSIRAN ZAITUNAH SUBHAN DAN AMINAH WADUD TENTANG KEBEBASAN PEREMPUAN
Authors: Khotibi Diana
Published: January 2021

A Discourse on gender is still a controversial issue today. The emergence of various inequalities in society as well as majority injustice occurs in women. The differences in roles between men and women also characterize the culture in society. The role of women is considered limited in the domestic realm, taking care of their children and husbands, while men are not limited. Religion is accused of being one of the causes for the differences between men and women. Therefore this thesis focuses on: (1) How do Amina Wadud and Zaitunah Subhan interpret the verses on women's freedom? (2) What are the similarities and differences in the interpretations of Amina Wadud and Zaitunah Subhan? This study uses a qualitative method with library research techniques or library research, which collects a variety of literature such as books, journals, theses, and theses that are in accordance with the topic of discussion. The results of this study include (1) interpreting the pronunciation of qawwamun in QS. al-Nisā: 34 Amina, interpreting as a leader. By setting two conditions, men have advantages over women. Second, provide for his wife with his own assets. While the meaning of the verse is to imply the functional relationship between men and women. Meanwhile, Zaitunah interprets the pronunciation of qawwāmūn as protector, or person in charge. Regarding nuzhūz, Amina interpreted it as a hormonal disorder, while oliveah interpreted nuzhūz as defiance related to the relationship between humans and their gods. Regarding the progress of women in the public domain, Amina and Zaitunah agree that women should be given the same opportunity to develop themselves. Biological differences according to the two are not reasons in limiting women's movement space. (2) in interpreting the verses Amina and Zaitunah use different methods. Amina Wadud used her hermeneutic method while Zaitunah Subhan used the maud}ū'ī(thematic) method
Pedagogies and practice: online teaching during COVID-19
Authors: Munna Afzal Sayed , Shaikh Md Sadeque Imam
Published: January 2021

At this pandemic situation worldwide, most of the Universities are offering online teaching as an alternative of face-to-face study through Technology-enhanced learning (TEL). To ensure pedagogies and practice for online teaching, we have chosen and critically analyzed the theory “Seven principles for good practice in undergraduate education” by Chickering and Gamson for effective online teaching that researchers highly appreciated. Based on two case studies of two different UK universities and research review, we have also proposed recommendations to implement these seven good practices for online teaching. We have realized that there should be different group discussion forums like café, forums, a conference to engage students to share their ideas, justify their ideas with reliable sources, and finally, reflective thinking and writing, which is essential for learning. Wiki is a good example for group working where everybody shares their ideas about Seven Principles of good practices, then we moderated poster contents and finally prepared the poster the product of knowledge.
China' Technologies - The Hubris And The Reality
Authors: LOH KC
Published: January 2021

Abstract: Chang’e-5 landed successfully on the far side of the moon - that is indeed sensational news. China ranked 80th in the world in terms of GDP per capita - that is reality. The former is cause for hubris. The latter is a statistical fact. This article aims to make sense of some facts regarding China’s technological progress but without the hyperbole. The article analyses the economies of China’s most advanced provinces to determine the state of their economic and technological progress. In terms of technological progress China’s top provinces today are where the United States was in 1981. In terms of economic development those provinces today are where Japan was in 1985.
Advanced applications of nanotechnology in agriculture: An overview
Authors: Zaib Maham , Younas Saira , Asghar Hunza , Shaukat Iqra , Riaz Sheeba , Ishaq Maryam , Jamashaid Amna , Tariq Zoqia , Hadri Saqib Hussain
Published: January 2021

As population of world is increasing at an enormous rate, so this increase in population exerts pressure on farmers to increase food production from available area of agriculture. Conventional methods used to increase food production like formation of genetically modified plants as well as use of fertilizers such as urea fertilizer have large number of disadvantages. In order to increase food quantity and quality, nanotechnology is being preferred now a days. Nanotechnology involves Nano encapsulation of agro chemicals such as fertilizers and pesticides so that their accurate and desired amount is released in plants when needed. This nano encapsulation prevents toxicity which is caused by excessive use of these chemicals when these are directly applied to plants. Nano sensor is another application of nanotechnology which is used to detect pathogen attack on plants. Diagnosis and treatment of the disease at Nano scale is acquiring a lot of attention these days. Inspite of all that nanoparticles can cause chemical as well as physical poisonousness and phytotoxicity to plants affecting their development. Even then, Scientists are expecting that in future, use of nanotechnology in agriculture will be helpful to solve all the problems that are related to food shortage.
Prediction of live body weights in dromedary camels (Camelus dromedarius) from morphometric body measurements
Authors: Fadlelmoula Abdelaziz Ahmed , Fadlelmoula Abdelaziz Ahmed , Mudarris Mohammed Saeed , Hariri Mohammed Salih
Published: January 2021

To predict the live body weight (LBW) of dromedary camel from morphometric body measurements (MBM) a regression equation was developed. A total of 223 camels (54 males and 169 females) from Makkah region of Saudi Arabia were classified into three age groups; first (<5 years old), second (5-8 years old) and third (>8 years old); two groups according to sex (male, female). LBW and 10 MBM were obtained. Data was subjected to statistical analysis. Results showed a significant (p<0.05) high mean LBW and MBM in males compared to females. A significant (p<0.05) positive correlations were encountered between LBW and HRG in all age groups, BG in third age group and males in second age group, HH and WH in first age group. The best fir regression equations were found to included HRG, BG and HG in the first and third age groups with R2 account for 90.59% and 93.82% respectively. Whereas in the second age group as well as pooled data the equation included HRG, BG, HH, HG and WH with R2 at level of 99.69% and 99.48% respectively. Multi-collinearity problem of MBM was not encountered as determined by VIF which was found to be less than 10. These formulas could be used for predicting LBW where weighing scales are not available.
Food Poisoning: causes, precautions, diagnosis and treatment: A brief review
Authors: Kumar Anil
Published: January 2021

Food poisoning is the pathological condition when a person gets sick after consuming a particular foodstuff which is mostly contaminated with either pathogenic bacteria or any other pathogen or virus. In food poisoning, person suffers from vomiting, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. Sometimes, under severe conditions, there may be fever and blood in feces etc. Body dehydration is also common due to loss of liquid from the body during diarrhea. If precautions are taken, food poisoning is not much life threatening. However, on prolonged and severe food poisoning, many times, persons also die. Here, in the present mini-review, a brief discussion on causes, diagnosis, symptoms and treatment about food poisoning has been done.
Occurrence of Jellyfish Crambionella orsini (Vanhoffen, 1888) (Cnidaria: Scyphozoa) along the coast of Pakistan
Authors: Gul Shahnawaz
Published: January 2021

This study reports jellyfish Crambionella orsini from the coast of Pakistan for the first time. The species is briefly described and its distribution is given. This is an edible jellyfish in Southeast Asia. Its abundance in the region may benefit fishermen in terms of fishery.
Role of boric acid on economic seed production of alfalfa under climatic conditions of Sargodha
Authors: Pervez Asim , Razzaq Abdul , Farooq Muhammad Shoaib , Basit Abdul , Akhtar Muhammad Saleem
Published: January 2021

Alfalfa is one of the most important forage crops worldwide because of its wide range of adaptability and good forage quality. Seed yield is generally considered to be of secondary importance and is characterized by often poor seed yield and seed quality. A field experiment was conducted to determine the impact of boric acid foliar applications along with a basal dose during anthesis to enhance the alfalfa seed yield in agro-ecological conditions of Sargodha.  In foliar boric acid fertilization 0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 boric acid along with basal dose 23-80-50 (NPK kg ha-1) was used. Phosphorous and potash were applied at the time of sowing while nitrogen will be applied in two split doses; half at sowing time and half of 1st irrigation. Two foliar applications, 1st at intensive plant growth stage and the 2ndat the beginning of the blossoming of the crop.  The concentration of boric acid solutions used were  2 ,4 , 6  ,8 and 10 glit-1  which produces a seed yield of 161.7, 167.9,171.3, 175.0,186.7 and 176.1 kg ha-1 in year 2015-16 while  next year in 2016-17 produces a seed yield of 286.5, 299.2,304.6, 308.3, 312.1 and 310.1kg ha-1 respectively which is higher than year 2015-16. Foliar fertilization with boron influenced forming of slightly higher number of seeds in the pod. Boron influenced the average increase of yield, with a slightly greater difference compared to control. Number of seeds per pod in boric acid dose of 0, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 remained 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 6.6, 6.8 and 6.7respectively in year 2016-17 which were higher than 4.3,4.4,4.5, 4.5,4.9 and 4.7  in year 2015-16. Overall 8 g liter-1  boric acid foliar fertilization  produces 8.9 % higher seed yield, 11.4 % higher no of seeds per pod compared to control in the year 2016-17 while produces 15.4% higher seed yield and 13.9 % higher no of seeds per pod as compared to control in the year 2015-16.
Gene silencing by double stranded Ribonucleic acid (RNA)
Authors: Ahmed Hafiz Ghulam Muhu-Din , . Amna , Shaukat Shadab , Kousar Iqra , Rafiq Maria , Ilyas Maria , Ullah Aziz , Buksh Khuda
Published: January 2021

Ribonucleic acid (RNA) silencing, RNA interference (RNAi) or post-transcriptional gene silencing takes place in a variety of eukaryotes and it was discovered firstly in the plants. The RNA silencing process is activated by a trigger from dsRNA predecessor. A very important step in the silencing pathways the conversion of dsRNA into small duplexes of RNA of the representative length and arrangement. Then these small dsRNA monitor RNA silencing by different mechanisms. Post transcriptional gene silencing mechanisms were initially identified as an anti-viral process that give protection to the organisms from the viruses or which inhibit the unsystematic incorporation of transposable components. The basic aim of this review article is to study the mechanism of gene silencing by dsRNA and the roles of certain proteins in cellular post transcriptional RNA silencing machinery and finally we also discuss the RNA silencing as an anti-viral defense mechanism in the plants.