International Journal of Applied Science and Sustainable Development (IJASSD)

BRAINSTORMING, EXPLORING, SHARING, TRANSFERRING KNOWLEDGE (BEST) AS A METHOD TO DEVELOP STUDENTS’ LANGUAGE COMPETENCE

2023-12-11T23:00:28+08:00

Language competence is the act of using language for communication purposes. Therefore, language competence is a natural manifestation of a person's linguistic competence. The student's linguistic competence level is generally reflected in their language skills. This study used a classroom action research design with two cycles of learning activities to improve students' language competence through the BEST learning method. Data were collected through pre-test, post-test, and questionnaire. The results showed that students' language competence improved significantly from cycles 1 and 2 compared to the pre-test results. Therefore, the BEST is an effective learning method for teaching language competence. This study implies that teachers should consider using the BEST learning method to develop students' language competence.

YouTube Videos in Literacy Course: Students’ Response and Practice

2024-01-04T09:33:18+08:00

Technology cannot be avoided in this 21st century era. The practice of using technology variated in education. This study has purpose to identify students’ response and practice of using YouTube in teaching literacy while introducing digital citizenship value. The design of this research was mixed method. The method of data collection were questionnaire, observation, and interview. While, the data collection instruments were list of close ended questionnaire, observation checklist, and list of interview question. The data gathered were analysed, presented, discussed, and concluded on this paper by using Interactive Model. The results showed that the use of YouTube in literacy classes in this case listening classes while inserting digital citizenship values got positive responses from the students. Moreover, the use of YouTube assessed by Triple E framework showed that the technology used focused on engaging students in more interactive listening activities while introducing new concept about digital citizenship.

HUMANISTIC EDUCATION IN LANGUAGE LEARNING

2023-12-11T23:08:13+08:00

Humanistic education emphasizes the importance of understanding each individual as a human being. A humanist educator treats his students according to their potential. Humanistic education can provide direction to all components of learning. All educational components are directed at forming an ideal human being, namely a human being capable of achieving self-actualization. This research uses qualitative research methods where data is collected by examining various sources related to humanistic education. Data was collected through literature study interviews with teachers and students selected as research subjects. The collected data was analyzed descriptively to reveal teachers' and students' perceptions of the importance of humanist education in Indonesia. This research shows that humanist education is necessary to improve students' competence and character. This research implies that it is necessary to improve the implementation of humanist education in all educational institutions.

INDEPENDENCE CURRICULUM IN PRACTICE: EXAMINING LEARNING MODELS DEPLOYED BY SCHOOL TEACHERS

2023-12-11T23:16:48+08:00

Abstract

This study examines learning models applied in learning activities used by teachers in the implementation of the independent curriculum. In this research, a qualitative descriptive method was used. The data were collected through interviews and participant observation in natural classroom settings. This study found that teachers observed in classes with the independent curriculum tended to apply learning models that supported students' creativity and improved their critical thinking skills. There are four learning models that teachers tend to implement, namely Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Project-based Learning (PJBL), Discovery Learning (DL), and Inquiry Learning (IL). These four models can foster 4C skills, namely collaborative, creative, critical thinking or critical thinking, and also communication or building good multi-directional communication in the learning process. This research implies that teachers must be able to choose the right learning model in learning so that students can improve their competence.