Paedagogi: Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (e-journal)
Paedagogi: Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (e-journal) e-ISSN: 2407-7445 | p-ISSN: 2085-9880 Frequency: 2 issues per year (June & December) DOI: Prefix 10.24114 Editor in Chief: Try Wahyu Purnomo, S.Pd., M.Pd Publisher: Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Medan Paedagogi: Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (e-journal) is a peer-reviewed journal published by Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Medan (since 2014) and is managed in collaboration with Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen (Lecturer Performance Development Institute), International Forum of Researchers and Lecturers, Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Pendidikan Indonesia (Indonesian Educational Science Research Association), Asosiasi Peneliti Dan Pengajar Ilmu Sosial Indonesia (Association of Social Science Researchers and Lecturers). Paedagogi: Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (e-journal) is an integrated media for on going communication related to significant new research findings related to study of educational science, development of learning models, digital technologies in education, innovative learning environments, adaptive learning, gamified learning, and results of research in the field of educational science. Paedagogi: Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (e-journal) publishes research articles that are comprehensive in nature by inviting reviews from the leading experts in educational science studies. The incoming papers will be selected based on high scientific studies, provide important new knowledge, and are very interesting for the community in the field of educational science studies. This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. Paedagogi: Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (e-journal) is accredited by the Director of Research and Community Service, Republic of Indonesia, which is ranked Second Grade (Peringkat 2, Sinta 2) from 2023 to 2027 based on Decree No. 2/C/C3/KPT/2026
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Web-Based Metacognitive Reflection to Develop Students’ Critical Thinking Skill: A Literature Review
This study examines the contribution of web-based metacognitive reflection to the development of students’ critical thinking skills and the achievement of learning outcomes in higher education. A systematic literature review was conducted on 35 peer-reviewed studies published between 2015 and 2025 and retrieved from Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC, and Google Scholar. The review followed a structured process of identification, screening, eligibility assessment, and thematic synthesis. The findings indicate that web-based metacognitive reflection enhances critical thinking by promoting self-monitoring, self-evaluation, and reflective inquiry. Digital tools such as online journals, discussion forums, and e-portfolios provide opportunities for continuous reflection and feedback, leading to greater learner engagement and self-regulated learning. The reviewed studies consistently report positive effects on academic performance, conceptual understanding, and learner autonomy. Furthermore, students who participated in structured online reflective activities demonstrated stronger critical thinking abilities and improved achievement of learning outcomes compared with those in conventional learning environments. The review concludes that web-based metacognitive reflection is an effective pedagogical approach for fostering critical thinking and supporting learning achievement in higher education, particularly within technology-enhanced learning environments
Copyright (c) 2026 Silvia Mariah Handayani, Sani Susanti, Nurlaila Nurlaila https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Kepemimpinan Transformasional dan Budaya Sekolah dalam Meningkatkan Kinerja Guru: Peran Mediasi Motivasi Kerja
This study aims to analyze the influence of transformational leadership of school principals and school culture on teacher performance through teacher work motivation in high schools in Medan City. The research uses a quantitative approach with a survey method. The research population was 180 teachers with a sample of 124 respondents. The research instrument used a Likert scale questionnaire. Data analysis uses path analysis. The results of the study show that transformational leadership and school culture have a positive effect on teachers' work motivation and teacher performance. Work motivation has been shown to mediate the relationship between transformational leadership and school culture on teacher performance. The findings of the study confirm that improving teacher performance requires strong transformational leadership of the principal, a positive school culture, and high teacher work motivation.
Copyright (c) 2026 Suharjo, Budi Valianto, Darwin, Eka Daryanto, Aman Simare-Mare, Mesnan, Haidir https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Integrasi Outcome-Based Education dan Problem-Based Learning dalam Meningkatkan Kemampuan Kolaboratif Mahasiswa pada Pembelajaran Anatomi
This study aims to examine the effectiveness of integrating Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in improving students’ collaborative skills in the anatomy course in the Physical Education Program at the Indonesian National Islamic University (UNIKI). This study used a quantitative pre-experimental approach with a one-group pretest-posttest design to test the effectiveness of integrating Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in improving students' collaborative skills. The research sample consisted of 33 students selected using saturation sampling. The results showed a statistically significant increase in collaborative skills after the intervention (t(32) = 15.673; p < 0.001), with the mean increasing from 3.12 (moderate category) to 4.28 (high category). The effect size was classified as very large (Cohen’s d = 2.73), indicating that the intervention had a very high practical impact. The distribution of students also shifted significantly, from 97% in the moderate category to 100% in the high category. These findings confirm that the synergy between OBE and PBL is an effective pedagogical strategy for simultaneously enhancing and equalizing students’ collaborative skills in an inclusive mannerelementary school students’ learning motivation and critical thinking skills.
Copyright (c) 2026 Dini Annisha, Yossie Ulfa Nuzalifa, Febry Rahmadhani Hasibuan, Hasbiah Hasbiah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Body Dissatisfaction sebagai Prediktor Kesejahteraan Psikologis pada Siswa SMA Negeri 21 Medan
This study aims to examine the effect of body dissatisfaction on the psychological well-being of students at SMA Negeri 21 Medan. A quantitative method with simple linear regression analysis was employed. A sample of 274 students was selected using proportional stratified random sampling from grades X, XI, and XII. The normality test using the Kolmogorov-Smirnov method yielded a significance value of 0.095 > 0.05, and the linearity test showed a deviation from linearity value of 0.215 > 0.05, confirming both assumptions were met. The results of the simple linear regression analysis yielded the equation Y = 141.505 – 0.349X. The t-test results showed that body dissatisfaction has a significant negative effect on psychological well-being with t = -6.907 and significance (p) < 0.001 < 0.05, indicating that the research hypothesis is accepted. The coefficient of determination (R²) was 0.149, meaning that body dissatisfaction contributes 14.9% to the variance in psychological well-being, while the remaining 85.1% is influenced by other factors not examined in this study. Categorization results revealed that 58.4% of respondents had high levels of body dissatisfaction, while 87.2% of respondents demonstrated high levels of psychological well-being. Therefore, it can be concluded that the higher the level of body dissatisfaction experienced by students, the lower their psychological well-being.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nani Barorah Nasution, Fetrayana Gultom https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Penguatan Karakter Siswa dalam Perspektif Kecerdasan Spiritual dan Kecerdasan Emosional di Madrasah Aliyah Negeri 2 Bogor
Education not only aims to educate students, but also to build character according to the mandate of Law Number 20 of 2003. However, various problems such as bullying, fights, and low respect for teachers show the need to strengthen character through spiritual and emotional intelligence. This study aims to analyze the character of students, the level of spiritual and emotional intelligence, the relationship between the two and the character, and the magnitude of the influence given to MAN 2 Bogor students. The study uses a quantitative approach with a correlational method through the distribution of questionnaires. The results of the study showed that students' character was in the category of quite good, emotional intelligence was in the category of quite good, and spiritual intelligence was in the good category. In addition, spiritual and emotional intelligence has a strong relationship with the character of students and has an influence of 48% on the formation of the character of MAN 2 Bogor students.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ria Rizki Agustini, Maemunah Sa’diyah, Adian Husaini https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
LKPD Digital Berbasis HOTS sebagai Inovasi Pembelajaran Pendidikan Pancasila untuk Meningkatkan Motivasi dan Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Siswa Sekolah Dasar
This study aims to determine the effectiveness of Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)-based digital worksheets on students’ learning motivation and critical thinking skills in Civic Education (PKn) subjects at SD Negeri 040444 Kabanjahe. This study employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design using the Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The population of this study consisted of all fifth-grade students of SD Negeri 040444 Kabanjahe in the 2026/2027 academic year. The research sample consisted of two classes, namely class V-A as the experimental class and class V-B as the control class, with 25 students in each class. The data collection techniques used were observation, questionnaires, tests, and documentation. The research instruments included a learning motivation questionnaire and HOTS-based essay questions to measure students’ critical thinking skills. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics, normality tests, homogeneity tests, Independent Sample t-tests, N-Gain tests, and MANOVA tests. The results showed that the use of HOTS-based digital worksheets effectively improved students’ learning motivation.
Copyright (c) 2026 Juwita Tindaon, Eti Muliani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Analysis of Teacher Readiness, Science Process Skills (SPS), and Implementation of Process-Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) Model in Elementary Schools
Low scientific literacy among Indonesian primary school students highlights an urgent need for instructional transformation. While previous research separate these elements, this study addresses a significant empirical gap by simultaneously examining multidimensional teacher readiness, conceptual knowledge of scientific process skills, and the actual implementation of the process-oriented guided inquiry learning model at the primary education level. Using a quantitative descriptive and correlational design, data were collected via questionnaires and tests from 121 primary school science teachers across 14 sub-districts in Bogor Regency. The results showed that while average teacher readiness reached the good category, teachers' conceptual mastery of scientific process skills remained deficient, with over 33% scoring in the low and very low categories. Regression analysis revealed that teacher readiness contributes a positive but low 7.1% to their skills knowledge, whereas teaching experience yields no significant impact. Furthermore, model implementation drops drastically from 73.6% at the initial orientation stage to only 17.4% during the core application phase. The primary barriers preventing full implementation are limited science learning media and a lack of practical hands-on training for process-oriented instruction. This study concludes that high affective and behavioral readiness does not automatically guarantee conceptual mastery of scientific inquiry. Consequently, content-specific inquiry skills must be treated as a distinct, mandatory dimension within teacher readiness frameworks, supported by strategic institutional allocation of concrete instructional aids and targeted professional workshops.
Copyright (c) 2026 Siti Aisah, Willa Putri, Safrizal https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Implementation of the Asmaul Husana Song as a Mnemonic Strategy in Early Childhood Islamic Education Learning
This study aims to explore the meaning, values, and lived experience of teachers and parents in using Asmaul Husna songs as a mnemonic strategy for memorizing the 99 Names of Allah at TK ABA I Candi Sidoarjo. Employing Moustakas's transcendental phenomenological approach, data were collected through in-depth semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis with 7 participants (3 teachers, 4 parents). Analysis through epoché, horizonalization, clustering, and composite description yielded five major themes: (1) songs as carriers of living theological meaning; (2) psycho-musical effectiveness as a mnemonic tool; (3) embedded religious, social, and pedagogical values; (4) determinants of effective song quality; and (5) the dynamics of parental reinforcement at home. The findings propose a Psycho-Musical Mnemonic Framework for Islamic Early Childhood Education (PMMF-IECE) integrating song quality, teacher competence, children's psycho-musical engagement, and parental reinforcement as dynamically interacting components. This study enriches Islamic early childhood education literature with a phenomenological perspective that has been rarely examined.
Copyright (c) 2026 Evie Destiana, Eko Raharjo, Udi Utomo https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Internalizing Local Wisdom Through Live-In Program and History Learning
This study examines the internalization of local wisdom values through a live-in program and the reinforcement of these values through history learning. The study was motivated by concerns that globalization has increasingly displaced locally grounded value systems among younger generations. This study uses a qualitative approach with ethnographic methods, the research involved 10th grade students of SMA Santo Aloysius Bandung who participated in a live-in program in Cigugur, Kuningan, West Jawa, Indonesia. Data were collected through participant observation, interviews, reflective journals, and field notes, and analyzed using Wolcott’s stages of ethnographic analysis: description, analysis, and interpretation, with Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory serving as the interpretive framework. The findings indicate that direct immersion in the Cigugur Community enabled students to experience tolerance and gotong royong (mutual cooperation) as lived social practices. Post live-in history learning further strengthened the internalization process by connecting students’ experiences with the historical and cultural context of the community. The integration of community immersion and reflective history learning offers a meaningful approach to strengthening local wisdom values among younger generations in the era of globalization..
Copyright (c) 2026 Levia Chessiagi, Leli Yulifar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Purun Puppet Theatre: Weaving Stories on an Ecopedagogical Stage for the Sustainability of Cultural and Environmental Wisdom
Ecological crises, marked by environmental degradation and the weakening of human–nature relationships, reflect the limitations of environmental education paradigms that remain dominated by cognitive and normative approaches. Such approaches often fail to cultivate ecological awareness grounded in lived experience, cultural contexts, and community-based social practices. This study aims to analyze Purun Puppet Theatre as an arts-based ecopedagogy model that supports the sustainability of environmentally grounded cultural wisdom. The study employed Participatory Action Research and Arts-Based Research, involving 31 participants in Palangka Raya. PAR was used to examine the production process of Purun Paper Puppets, while ABR was applied to analyze the implementation of Purun Puppet Theatre as an ecopedagogical stage. Post-performance sustainability implications were explored through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), and all data were interpreted within the conceptual frameworks of PAR and ABR. The findings indicate that Purun Puppet Theatre operates through three epistemic stages. First, formation of praxis, referring to the development of ecological understanding through the production of Purun Paper Puppets, integrating purun materiality, place-based experiences, and community participation as ecological learning practices. Second, knowledge production, referring to the implementation of Purun Puppet Theatre as an ecopedagogical stage that generates cultural–ecological knowledge through relationships among puppets, materials, narratives, audiences, and the social space of performance. Third, knowledge translation, referring to the translation of environmentally grounded cultural wisdom through post-performance reflection, strengthening ecological awareness, empathy toward human–nature relationships, and the reinterpretation of local purun wisdom within the context of environmental sustainability. This study demonstrates that Purun Puppet Theatre functions not only as a medium for communicating ecological messages but also as an arts-based ecopedagogy model that produces and translates cultural–ecological knowledge in reflective, participatory, and contextual ways.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nawung Asmoro Girindraswari; Marissa Aulia Mayangsari https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Development and Evaluation of Android-Based Tutorial Learning Media to Improve Student Competence in the Education Dance Course
This study aims to develop and evaluate the initial effectiveness of an Android-based tutorial application to support learning in the Dance Education course. The research uses a Research and Development (R&D) approach by adapting the ADDIE model in the Analysis, Design, and Development stages, followed by limited trials as formative evaluation. A total of 30 students from the Dance Education Study Program participated in this study. Data were collected through cognitive competency tests, psychomotor assessment rubrics, observations, interviews, and expert validation. Analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics, paired sample t-tests, Cohen's d, N-gain, and thematic analysis. Validation results indicate good content quality, instructional design, and ease of use (Aiken's V = 0.84–0.93). The use of the application significantly improved students' competencies (t(29) = 12.47; p < 0.001; Cohen's d = 1.94; N-gain = 0.58). The integration of quantitative and qualitative findings provides initial empirical support that the Practice-Based Learning Environment (PBLE) framework has the potential to facilitate the integrated development of cognitive and psychomotor competencies in mobile learning-based dance education.
Practice-Based Learning Environment (PBLE)
Copyright (c) 2026 Mia Fahmiati, Olan Yogha Pratama, Yos Sudarman, Delvia Mona https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Penerjemahan Parikan Jawa Bahasa Indonesia sebagai Sumber Pembelajaran Kajian Linguistik Fungsional Sistemik
This study is motivated by the importance of understanding interpersonal meaning in the translation of cultural texts, particularly Javanese parikan, which encompasses not only linguistic aspects but also social and cultural values. The study aims to analyze interpersonal meaning variation in the translation of Javanese parikan into Indonesian using the Systemic Functional Linguistics approach and to examine its implications for language learning. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method with data sourced from parikan in the book Parikan-Pantun Jawa. The sample consists of 100 clauses selected through purposive sampling. Data analysis focuses on identifying mood and residue structures to examine interpersonal meaning shifts between source and target texts. The findings reveal that low variation dominates at 62%, followed by moderate variation at 25% and high variation at 13%. These results indicate that most interpersonal structures in the source text are preserved in the translation due to the grammatical similarities between Javanese and Indonesian. Furthermore, the study shows that parikan can be utilized as a contextual learning resource, as it helps students understand the relationship between linguistic structure and social function. Therefore, the Systemic Functional Linguistics approach is not only effective for translation analysis but also relevant for developing culturally based language learning.
Copyright (c) 2026 Mayasari, Zuindra, Misla Geubrina, Muhizar Muchtar, Wan Anayati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Culturally Responsive Music Education: Integrating the Minangkabau Song 'Batu Tagak' in Primary School Learning
This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Minangkabau song "Batu Tagak" in elementary school music education from a Culturally Responsive Music Education perspective. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through observation, interviews, documentation, and analysis of the song's sheet music, then analyzed using thematic analysis techniques. The results show that the musical characteristics of 'Batu Tagak,' which are simple and easy to learn, support its use as an effective learning resource. Exploring the lyrics helps students understand Minangkabau cultural values related to family relationships, the tradition of merantau (migration), attachment to hometown, and cultural symbols represented in the song. Through singing activities, discussions, and reflections, students actively construct cultural meaning by connecting the song's content with their own experiences. This learning also increases student engagement and strengthens their cultural identity as part of the Minangkabau community. The findings indicate that the musical characteristics of the song and students' cultural experiences work together as a pedagogical mechanism that supports Culturally Responsive Music Education practices. This study concludes that 'Batu Tagak' functions not only as a musical learning material but also as a pedagogical medium that links students' social and cultural experiences with the learning process in elementary schools. These findings demonstrate that traditional songs have the potential as a learning resource in Culturally Responsive Music Education practices, as well as a means of preserving local culture through education
Copyright (c) 2026 Delvia Mona, Suharto, Syahrul Syah Sinaga, Ardipal, Wadiyo https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Digital Pedagogy in Wind Instrument Learning: Integrating Visual Micro-Skills for Correcting Technical Misconceptions in Trumpet Performance
This study aims to analyze the role of visual micro-skills in digital pedagogy for correcting misconceptions in trumpet playing techniques at the micro-level of motor skills, particularly in the coordination of embouchure, airflow, and breathing control. The study employs a mixed-methods approach within a design-informed pedagogical inquiry framework. A total of 25 participants were involved in a visual micro-skill-based learning intervention. Quantitative data were obtained through pre-test and post-test, while qualitative data were collected through observation, reflection, and literature review, and subsequently analyzed using paired sample t-tests and thematic analysis. The results show that the integration of video-based visual micro-skills significantly improves micro-level technical skills in trumpet playing (62.00 to 84.72; p < 0.001). Video visualization operated through close-up, slow motion, replay, and pausing clarifies techniques while revealing the coordination of embouchure, airflow, and breathing control that was previously implicit, thereby shifting learning from mechanical imitation toward reflective understanding that integrates visual perception, cognition, and motor response. These findings indicate a shift in learning from mere imitation toward a reflective-analytical process that systematically integrates visual perception, cognition, and motor response. Theoretically, this study strengthens the position of visual micro-skills as a conceptual framework for explaining technique learning at the micro level, while practically providing a foundation for developing trumpet instruction that is more accurate, adaptive, and capable of minimizing technical errors from the early stages.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ibnu Syahruroji Fiqriannur, Setya Yuwana Sudikan, Trisakti, Anik Juwariyah, Harpang Yudha Karyawanto, Grace Natalie https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Inovasi Pembelajaran Berbasis Folklor untuk Meningkatkan Identitas Budaya: Studi Etnografi di PKBM Sanggar Lingkaran
This study aims to analyze the implementation of folklore-based learning at PKBM Sanggar Lingkaran and its contribution to strengthening learners’ cultural identity. The study employed a qualitative method with an ethnographic approach. Data were collected through one month of participant observation using a live-in strategy, in-depth interviews with 13 informants consisting of the PKBM head, administrators, educators, and educational staff, as well as document analysis. Data were analyzed using Spradley’s ethnographic model and supported by ATLAS.ti software. The findings reveal that folklore is integrated into the learning process through oral, partly oral, and non-oral folklore manifested in the Paloh Naga folktale, Malay poems and pantun, performing arts, traditional games, cultural rituals, traditional attire, and local culinary practices connected to Paloh Naga Agro-tourism and Pasar Kamu. The ethnographic findings indicate that learners’ direct engagement in community cultural practices promotes the internalization of cultural values, strengthens their sense of belonging to local culture, and fosters character development, creativity, and social skills. The study contributes by proposing an empirical model of folklore-based learning that positions culture as a living learning resource within community-based education, thereby extending the discourse on cultural identity strengthening in nonformal education.
Copyright (c) 2026 Junaidi Junaidi, Rahmat Rahmat, Sri Whayuni Tanshzil https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Peran Etika, Moral, dan Akhlak dalam Konteks Pendidikan dan Kehidupan Masyarakat Kampus
Rapid social change and massive technological developments have influenced the values ​​entrenched in campus communities, including ethics, morals, and ethics. This article aims to deeply analyze these concepts and their relevance in the context of education and modern society. The research used a literature review method from five accredited national scientific journals. The results of the study indicate that ethics, morals, and ethics have fundamental differences in terms of their sources and applications, yet they complement each other in shaping students' personalities. In the digital era, shifting values ​​demand a new approach to character education to instill these values ​​adaptively. It is clear that strengthening ethics, morals, and ethics through education not only shapes individuals with character but also serves as a foundation for building a civilized campus community. This article discusses ethics, morals, and ethics from an Islamic perspective and how they are applied in everyday life. This article aims to explain the differences and relationships between these three concepts, as well as the importance of ethics in shaping a Muslim's personality. Ethics is a collection of principles, values, or morals that guide a person's behavior. Ethics also relates to good and bad things in behavior, which include a person's moral rights and obligations in living in society.
Copyright (c) 2025 Sugianto Sugianto, Maya Syafira Br Bangun, Anindya Hanifah, Nanda Fitrianingsih https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Pengaruh Entrepreneurship terhadap Soft Skill dan Produktivitas Guru Vokasi
This study aims to determine the level of vocational teachers’ Soft skills, the overview of their work productivity commitment, and the influence of Soft skills on the work productivity commitment of vocational teachers at SMKN 3 Pematangsiantar. This is a quantitative descriptive study using a survey approach. The population of this study consists of vocational teachers, and data were collected using a Likert-scale questionnaire, which was then analyzed using Microsoft Excel. The results showed that the vocational teachers' Soft skills were in the good category, as reflected in their communication skills, teamwork, time management, and leadership. The teachers’ work productivity was also in the good category, indicated by their consistency in carrying out tasks, commitment to responsibilities, and efforts to improve the quality of teaching. Furthermore, the results of the regression analysis proved that there is a significant influence between Soft skills and the work productivity commitment of vocational teachers. This indicates that the better the teachers’ Soft skills, the higher their commitment to work productivity.
Copyright (c) 2026 Nurmaulita Nurmaulita, Sukarman Purba https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Analisis Manajemen Kemitraan Sekolah dan Industri dalam Pendidikan Vokasi: Studi pada SMK Negeri 8 Medan
This study analyzes the partnership management between SMK Negeri 8 Medan and the Business and Industrial World based on four management functions: planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating. The research highlights the importance of synergistic collaboration between vocational education and industry to produce competent and work-ready graduates. A mixed-methods approach was applied through interviews, observations, document analysis, and questionnaires involving 40 respondents from the school, students, and industry partners. Qualitative data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, while quantitative data were processed through descriptive percentage analysis. The results show that the overall effectiveness of partnership management is in the “Good” category (average 65%). Key supporting factors include leadership commitment and teacher–student enthusiasm, while obstacles involve limited industrial partners and weak evaluation systems. Adaptive strategies include expanding partnerships, conducting industry-based teacher training, and implementing continuous evaluation. It is concluded that the effectiveness of SMK–DUDI partnerships largely depends on the school’s managerial ability to apply the four management functions integratively and adaptively to industrial dynamics.
Copyright (c) 2026 Ngatmini Ngatmini, Sukarman Purba , Sahala Siallagan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Peran Guru dalam Perencanaan Pembelajaran Berbasis Kurikulum Merdeka di SD Negeri 060874 Medan
This study aims to analyze the role of teachers in lesson planning based on the Independent Curriculum (Kurikulum Merdeka) at SD Negeri 060874 Medan. The Independent Curriculum emphasizes autonomy, flexibility, and the development of students’ competencies according to their potential and interests. In this context, teachers play a strategic role as designers, implementers, and developers of meaningful learning. This research employs a descriptive quantitative approach with a population of 22 teachers. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics to determine teachers’ involvement in the stages of needs analysis, learning objective formulation, strategy selection, and lesson plan evaluation. The results show that the teachers’ role in lesson planning based on the Independent Curriculum is in the very good category, with an average score of 85%. Teachers demonstrate the ability to adapt lesson plans to students’ characteristics and the achievement of the Pancasila Student Profile. These findings indicate that the implementation of the Independent Curriculum at SD Negeri 060874 Medan has been effective due to teachers’ professional readiness in designing adaptive and contextual learning processes.
Copyright (c) 2026 Sukarman Purba, Sahala Siallagan, Parlaungan Lubis https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Analisis Pengendalian Manajemen Kelas oleh Kepala Sekolah Terhadap Kompetensi Paedagogik Guru SD Negeri No 060874 Medan
Classroom management control is one of the principal’s key functions in ensuring that the teaching and learning process runs effectively and meets educational standards. In practice, however, supervision is often carried out in an unsystematic manner, which affects the optimal development of teachers’ pedagogical competence. This study aims to analyze the forms of classroom management control implemented by the school principal and its impact on teachers’ pedagogical competence at SD Negeri 060874 Medan. A qualitative research approach with a case study design was employed. Data were collected through classroom observations, in-depth interviews with the principal and teachers, and document analysis of supervision records. The findings reveal that the principal’s classroom management control includes lesson observations, inspection of teaching documents, and provision of feedback. Nevertheless, such control tends to be administrative in nature and lacks strong instructional guidance, which limits its effectiveness in enhancing teachers’ ability to design learning activities, implement active strategies, and conduct authentic assessments. The study concludes that the effectiveness of classroom management control depends heavily on the consistency of supervision, the quality of feedback, and the follow-up of professional development activities. The implications highlight the need for principals to strengthen instructional supervision through coaching and reflective practices to foster the optimal growth of teachers’ pedagogical competence.
Copyright (c) 2025 Parlaungan Lubis, Osberth Sinaga , Wildansyah Lubis https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Pengaruh Kompetensi Pedagogik dan Profesional Guru Terhadap Pengambilan Keputusan dalam Proses Pembelajaran di SD Negeri 060874 Medan
This study aims to determine the influence of pedagogic competence and professional competence of teachers on decision-making in the learning process in SD Negeri 060874 Medan. This study uses a quantitative approach with an associative method. The research population amounted to 22 teachers, which were also used as samples with total sampling techniques. Data were collected using a Likert scale questionnaire and analyzed through multiple linear regression. The results showed that (1) pedagogic competence had a significant effect on learning decision-making (β = 0.413; Sig. = 0.004), (2) professional competence also had a significant effect on learning decision-making (β = 0.357; Sig. = 0.008), and (3) simultaneously both had a significant effect (F = 18.924; Sig. = 0.000) with a contribution of 65.9%. These results indicate that teachers who have high pedagogic and professional competence will be able to make learning decisions that are effective, reflective, and in accordance with the characteristics of students
Copyright (c) 2025 Zuraida Lubis, Aman Simaremare , Parlaungan Lubis https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Pengaruh Kepemimpinan dan Supervisi Kepala Sekolah Terhadap Kinerja Guru di SMK Negeri 8 Medan
This study aims to analyze the influence of principal leadership and academic supervision on teacher performance at SMK Negeri 8 Medan. The research method used a quantitative approach with an ex post facto correlational design. The study sample consisted of 80 teachers selected using proportional random sampling. The research instrument was a questionnaire with a Likert scale. The data analysis technique used multiple linear regression. The results showed that (1) principal leadership had a significant positive effect on teacher performance (p < 0.05), (2) principal supervision had a significant positive effect on teacher performance (p < 0.05), and (3) leadership and supervision simultaneously had a significant effect on teacher performance with a determinant contribution of 56%. Thus, improving teacher performance at SMK Negeri 8 Medan is strongly influenced by the quality of the principal's leadership and supervision.
Copyright (c) 2025 Aman Simaremare , Ngatmini Ngatmini , Zuraida Lubis https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Analisis Standar Laboratorium Pendidikan Fisika dalam Meningkatkan Hasil Praktikum Mahasiswa di Universitas Jabal Ghafur
Physics laboratories play a crucial role in supporting the practicum activities of physics education students. This study aims to analyzethe standards of the physics laboratory at Jabal Ghafur University and their impact on the quality of students practicum. The research used a qualitativeapproach with the CIPP (context, input, process, product) evaluation model. Data were collected throughobservation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation, with a sample of fifth-semester students actively involved in practicum. The results indicate that theoverall laboratory management is in the adequate category, with an average score of 2.15 and a satisfaction rate of 53.7%. The readiness of laboratory asistants/lecturers scored the highest, while the adequacy of laboratory standars received the lowest score. The study concludes that although the laboratory meets minimum satndars, comprehensive improvements are still needed, particularly in facilities and the effectiveness of practicum activities to support student learning outcomes.
Copyright (c) 2025 Maulani Maulani, Afriza Afriza, Aida Rahmy , Muksalmina Muksalmina, Mulia Rahmi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Otoritas Nilai Guru pada Sekolah Menengah di Era Digital
This research aims to analyse the transformation of teachers’ values of authority in the digital era, characterised by shifts in social interaction patterns and the spread of media culture. As technology and digital communities help students construct their own value horizons, teachers are no longer the sole sources of moral legitimacy. This study investigates how the Dialogic Value Authority Model can strengthen teachers’ moral legitimacy by focusing on five key dimensions: relationality, dialogic legitimacy, sustainability of moral dialogue, digital ethics, and the design of hybrid learning spaces. The findings indicate that teachers who internalise these five dimensions are able to restore students’ moral trust through equitable relationships and reflective communication. Practically, the study recommends reforming teacher training policies toward digital moral literacy and establishing digital ethics policies in schools. Theoretically, it integrates the concept of reflective authority into the philosophy of educational management, positioning teachers as moral facilitators and value managers. In this age of computers and the internet, the proposed model offers a new approach to managing education that is moral, inclusive, and contextually responsive.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ida Mariani Pasaribu, Osberth Sinaga , Wildansyah Lubis https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Tren Penelitian Teknologi Digital dalam Pendidikan: Kajian Sistematis Literatur dan Analisis Bibliometrik 2019–2025
The transformation of education through the use of digital technology has become a crucial aspect in the development of education over the past decade. Technological developments such as e-learning, blended learning, mobile learning, and learning analytics play a strategic role in improving the quality of the learning process. Through a systematic review of Scopus-based literature from 2020 to 2025 using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method and bibliometric analysis, this study maps the trends in the use of digital technology, the dominant types of technology, and the integration challenges faced. The findings show an increase in the number of publications each year with a primary focus on digital learning technology, particularly in countries such as the United States, China, and Indonesia. Although digital technology has proven effective in increasing motivation and learning outcomes, its successful implementation still depends on the readiness of teacher competencies, infrastructure, and the reduction of the digital divide. This study provides a comprehensive overview of global developments and offers important directions for further research and the development of digital technology-based education policies so that educational transformation can be optimal and inclusive.
Copyright (c) 2025 Hamdan Siregar, Maslina Daulay , Nursyaidah Nursyaidah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Artificial Intelligence as a Pedagogical Tool in Mathematics Courses: A Descriptive Study of Prospective Elementary School Teachers
The rapid development of artificial intelligence has created new opportunities for enhancing mathematics learning, including in the preparation of prospective elementary school teachers. This study describes the use of artificial intelligence as a pedagogical tool in mathematics courses at the Primary School Teacher Education Program of Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha during the even semester of the 2024/2025 academic year. A descriptive quantitative approach was applied to 118 students enrolled in Elementary Algebra and Arithmetic, Elementary Numeracy, Measurement and Geometry, and Elementary Mathematics Teaching. Data were collected through an online questionnaire covering demographic characteristics, frequency of use, perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, learning engagement, ethical awareness, and attitudes toward artificial intelligence. The results show high mean scores for perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, learning engagement, and positive attitudes, while frequency of use and ethical awareness remain at moderate levels. ChatGPT emerged as the most frequently used platform, followed by Photomath, Perplexity, Gemini, QuillBot, Canva AI, and GeoGebra AI features, primarily for generating explanations, checking solutions, and designing instructional materials. These findings indicate that prospective elementary school teachers have developed favorable perceptions and a willingness to integrate artificial intelligence into mathematics learning, yet the moderate levels of usage frequency and ethical awareness highlight the need for structured training and explicit guidance to promote consistent and responsible application of artificial intelligence in mathematics education. Strengthening ethical understanding and providing systematic practice are essential to ensure that future teachers can leverage artificial intelligence effectively to improve mathematics learning in elementary schools.
Copyright (c) 2025 I Gede Wahyu Suwela Antara, Komang Sujendra Diputra, Kadek Adrian Surya Indra Wirawan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Perbedaan Kemampuan Motorik Kasar Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun melalui Permainan Tradisional Engklek di TK Gracia Sustain
This study aims to determine differences in gross motor skills of 5-6 Year Old Children Through the Traditional Game of Engklek at Gracia Sustain Kindergarten. This study used a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The subjects in this study were children in grades B-SKY at Gracia Sustain Kindergarten, consisting of 7 boys and 8 girls. The independent variable in this study was the traditional game of engklek, while the dependent variable was the children's gross motor skills. Data collection techniques used were observation and documentation. Based on the results of the pretest and posttest, the average pretest score was 8, and the average posttest score increased to 12. The analysis showed that there were significant differences in children's gross motor development through the traditional game of engklek. Thus, it can be concluded that the traditional hopscotch game is effective in improving gross motor skills in 5–6-year-old children at Gracia Sustain Kindergarten.
Copyright (c) 2025 Fely Eclasya Br Tarigan, Rizki Ramadhani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Perencanaan Pendidikan Terhadap Perkembangan Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan
This article aims to analyze educational planning in the development of vocational schools, particularly vocational high schools (SMK). Educational planning is a fundamental aspect of national development, aiming not only to produce academic competencies but also to develop character, creativity, and adaptability in learners. Vocational education at Vocational High Schools (SMK) plays a strategic role in preparing skilled labor aligned with the needs of business and industry. However, challenges in graduate absorption necessitate innovative and adaptive educational planning. Learning models such as Teaching Factory (TeFa), strengthening cooperation with MSMEs, and instilling entrepreneurship are crucial steps. Philosophical foundations, comprehensive planning theories, along with progressive and humanistic educational approaches provide the main framework. Implementation of competency-based curricula, enhancement of qualified educators, industry-standard facilities, project and work-based learning methods, and close collaboration with business and industry are key to successful vocational education and producing graduates ready for work and global competitiveness.
Copyright (c) 2025 Osberth Sinaga, Nurmaulita, Wildansyah Lubis https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Inovasi E-LKPD Berbantuan Liveworksheets Materi Daerahku Kebanggaanku sebagai Penguatan Pembelajaran IPAS di Sekolah Dasar
This study aims to develop and examine the validity, practicality, and effectiveness of a Liveworksheets-based Electronic Student Worksheet (E-LKPD) on the topic "My Proud Region" for fifth-grade students at SD Negeri 2 Pasar Aceh Singkil. The research method used is Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). The feasibility of the product was assessed by a content expert, media expert, and education practitioner. The results showed an average score of 82.6% from the content expert (categorized as “valid”), 87% from the media expert (“very valid”), and 81.3% from the education practitioner (“very practical”). The product was implemented through a pre-test and post-test, showing a significant increase in students' average score from 56.1 to 90.18. The N-gain score was 0.79, which falls into the high category, indicating that the E-LKPD is effective in improving students' learning outcomes. The final evaluation revealed that the product was well-received by both students and teachers and provided a more engaging, interactive, and efficient learning experience. This study concludes that the Liveworksheets-based E-LKPD is suitable for use as an interactive learning medium in elementary schools.
Copyright (c) 2025 Filza Mulya Rahma, Yusra Nasution, Wildansyah Lubis , Husna Parluhutan Tambunan , Waliyul Maulana Siregar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
Analisis Peran Orangtua dalam Menumbuhkan Kedisiplinan Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun di TK Al Ihsan
This study aims to determine the role of parents in fostering discipline in early childhood in Al-Ihsan Kindergarten Medan, especially when queuing. This study is a type of descriptive qualitative research using data analysis techniques from data collection, reduction, presentation, and conclusion. The subjects in this study were 6 children in class B in the age range of 5-6 years at Al Ihsan Kindergarten. The object of this study is how the role of parents in fostering discipline in early childhood, the data of which was collected through observation and interviews with parents. The findings of the researcher showed that 4 out of 6 children in the queuing process had not developed optimally. This happens because parents have not fully given an important role in the process of fostering children's discipline, especially when queuing.
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