Journal La Edusci

Educational Policy and Curriculum Innovation: A Study on Impactful Learning in Primary Schools

Arsalim Arsalim — 2025-07-30

This study focuses on the implications of Kurikulum Merdeka to pedagogical delivery and student motivation in primary schools and the subjective institutional and infrastructural environment through which it is carried out. As it uses a convergent mixed-methods design, the study combines environmental scans administered to 100 teachers and 20 principals with qualitative classroom observations and interviews of urban and rural schools in Kendari. The results show that even though several teachers support the declared goals of practitioner-led, situation-based learning of the curriculum, the level of its implementation is strongly subject to the long-term professional growth of the teachers as well as enough availability of materials. The urban schools associate with more effective learning patterns, reinforced with better infrastructure and collaborative pedagogy ethic, and the rural teachers often establish a tradeoff against pedagogical change. Qualitative reviews show that once learners are involved in authentic and community-oriented activities, their agency, ethical sensibility, and learning self-regulation increase. Nevertheless, the results still hang uncertainly on the conditions, evenly and otherwise distributed, that are their conditions. This research supports the argument that the success of the Independent Curriculum ultimately depends not only on particular design features but also on the systematic appreciation of the teacher, fair learning conditions offered and the development of the school culture that does not treat innovation as an invariable prescription.

The Influence of Problem Based Learning Models on the Learning Outcomes of Students of Grade III of State Elementary School 002 Sintong

Leny Julia Lingga — 2025-08-12

This study was prompted by the low learning outcomes of third-grade students at SD Negeri 002 Sintong, particularly in Science (IPA), due to conventional teaching methods that inadequately engage students. Innovation in learning models, such as Problem Based Learning (PBL), is crucial for enhancing the quality of basic education and motivating students. The objective of this research was to analyze the effect of the PBL model on the learning outcomes of third-grade students at SD Negeri 002 Sintong. This research adopted a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design, specifically the Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The population comprised all 64 third-grade students at SD Negeri 002 Sintong. The entire population of 64 students was also selected as the research sample using a purposive sampling technique. The sample was divided into two groups: 32 students in the experimental group, who received PBL instruction, and 32 students in the control group, who received conventional instruction. Data were collected through pretests and posttests using cognitive learning outcome instruments that had been validated and tested for reliability. Data analysis involved normality (Shapiro- Wilk) and homogeneity (Levene's Test) pre-requisite tests, followed by an Independent Sample T-Test. The results indicated that the data were normally distributed and homogeneous, satisfying the statistical assumptions. The Independent Sample T- Test revealed a significant difference in student learning outcomes between the experimental and control groups, with a t- value of 24.1716 and a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05).

Anak Rimba School Management Strategy for the Preservation of Local Wisdom in Sarolangun Regency: A Literature Review of the Development of Environment-Based Teaching Materials

Mulyadi Mulyadi — 2025-08-15

This paper focuses on discussing the school management philosophie of Sekolah Anak Rimba located in the Sarolangun Regency of Indonesia, the role of which was to preserve local wisdom through the development of educational materials based on nature. Based on a qualitative literature review basing on 28 peer-reviewed articles identified in the last 10 years in the areas of indigenous pedagogy, place-based knowledge systems, and ecological teaching, the research synthesizes some empirical evidence, and it dawns on us that both worlds should be combined to manage effectively in Indigenous environments, which means a combination of formal pedagogy experiences with cultural epistemologies and exposure to the natural world. Sekolah anak rimba is a good example of such integration by making its curriculum more sensitive towards knowledge in forests, and including the community stakeholders in structures of governance and as well as using experiential and ecology-basedm materials to teach. At the same time, the research identifies the structural barriers to the development of Özlig which include the lack of teacher preparation, a lack of alignment of the program with the national education policy, and a lack of support within the institution. Reframing educational management as an aspect of Indigenous schooling to be more than cultural resilience and ecological stewardship can be a strategic dimension, the study provides a unique angle of viewing Indigenous schooling in Indonesia. Findings are topically applicable in larger movements towards integrating formal education and the local cultural and environmental setting, especially on the margins, that live in the forests.

Learning Media Based on the Sun Bear Educational Module on Indonesian Biodiversity Material

Verena Suryati Muluk — 2025-08-15

This study aims to develop a learning media based on a honey bear education module used in the Indonesian biodiversity material for seventh-grade junior high school students. The background of this study is based on the importance of strengthening biodiversity material through a contextual approach that includes environmental conservation values, especially the protection of endemic species such as the honey bear (Helarctos malayanus). This study uses the ADDIE development model which includes five stages, namely: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The research instruments include expert validation sheets (material, media, and language), science teacher validation sheets, student response questionnaires, and learning outcome tests (pre-test and post-test). The limited trial subjects were 25 seventh-grade students at a junior high school in Balikpapan. The results of the material expert validation showed a feasibility percentage of 78.67%, media expert validation of 56.36%, and validation by science teachers of 81.33%. The module was declared feasibility after being revised based on input from experts. The effectiveness test results using a paired t-test showed a significance value of 0.033 (p < 0.05), which means there is a significant difference between student learning outcomes before and after using the module. Furthermore, student responses to the module showed a high level of interest in the content and presentation of the material, as well as an increased awareness of the importance of biodiversity conservation. Thus, this sun bear education module has proven to be feasible and effective for use in science learning on biodiversity material.

Advancing Academic Resilience through Emotion Regulation in Digital Learning Environments

Sondang Maria Jacqueline Silaen — 2025-08-19

demanding that students manage emotions in order to sustain persistence. This study explored how undergraduate students regulate their emotions as they navigate the challenges of online education. Using in-depth interviews and qualitative thematic analysis, the research uncovered four interwoven processes through which resilience was enacted. Emotional strain, often experienced as frustration or isolation, became a trigger for regulatory awareness. Cognitive reappraisal enabled students to reinterpret setbacks as growth opportunities, preserving motivation in the face of adversity. Mindfulness and self-awareness provided grounding practices that stabilized attention and emotional balance in distraction rich settings. Relational connections with peers, instructors, and family supplied the scaffolding that transformed individual strategies into sustainable resilience. Together these findings show that resilience is not a static trait but a dynamic practice forged through the interplay of meaning making, embodied regulation, and social support. The study contributes to theory by integrating these dimensions into a more comprehensive model of resilience in digital education and offers practical guidance for designing learning environments that intentionally cultivate both emotional wellbeing and academic persistence.

Improving Teacher Performance in Educational Institutions at Semen Indonesia Foundation: The Mediating Role of Work Motivation between Work Discipline and Training

Siska Febrianti — 2025-08-31

This study aims to analyze and test the Teacher performance variables at Semen Indonesia Foundation under the auspices of PT Semen Gresik. Both direct and indirect influences between variables. The research method used in this study is quantitative. The population in this study were all Employees at Semen Indonesia Foundation under the auspices of PT Semen Gresik. Data analysis test using the SEM PLS model with the Smart PLS version 4.0 test tool. with saturated sampling of 100 respondents. From the hypotheses presented, the results of this study indicate that Work Discipline has a positive and significant effect on Teacher performance. Training has a positive and significant effect on Teacher performance. Work Discipline has a positive and significant effect on Motivation. Training has a positive and significant effect on Motivation. Motivation has a positive and significant effect on Teacher performance. Work Discipline has a positive and significant effect on Teacher performance through full Work Motivation. Training has a positive and significant effect on Teacher performance through full Work Motivation. This study provides new insights or expands existing theories and provides research implications that are explained practically and theoretically, and through the implementation of clear rules, reward and punishment systems, and extraordinary leadership, companies can improve their employees' performance. In addition, discipline and training that are evaluated periodically and based on employee needs can improve work skills and motivation. Employees should also be encouraged through performance-based rewards, career development opportunities, a positive work environment, and work flexibility that supports life balance.

The Power of Educational leadership and School Culture: A Strategic Approach to Enhancing Teacher Performance through Job Satisfaction

Achmad Hamdani — 2025-08-31

The purpose of this research is to study things that influence teacher performance. Specifically, this research examines the influence of school culture and transformational educational leadership style on teacher performance, with job satisfaction as an intervention variable. The quantitative approach uses a saturated sampling method, where the entire population is sampled. The research method used in this research is quantitative research. The population in this study were all Teachers and Educational Staff of Yayasan Islam Malik Ibrahim (YIMI) Gresik and a saturated sample of 100 respondents. Data was collected through a questionnaire given to all Teachers and Educational Staff at Yayasan Islam Malik Ibrahim (YIMI) Gresik. The results of the research conducted show that Transformational Educational leadership Style has a significant influence on teacher performance, School culture has a significant influence on teacher performance, Transformational Educational leadership Style has a significant influence on job satisfaction, School culture has a significant influence on job satisfaction, Job satisfaction has a significant influence on teacher performance, and indirect influence Transformational educational leadership style has an influence on teacher performance through job satisfaction as full mediation, School culture has an influence on teacher performance through job satisfaction as full mediation. The results of this research indicate that transformational school culture and educational leadership style influence employee satisfaction and performance. Job satisfaction also contributes to improving teacher performance; in fact, good educational leadership and a positive school culture will increase job satisfaction, which in turn has an impact on overall teacher performance

Analysis of Students Creative Thinking Skills in Solving Problems on Global Warming Material Using the Rasch Model

Andreny Dwi Nurlita — 2025-09-03

This study aims to analyze students’ creative thinking skills in solving physics problems related to the topic of global warming using the Rasch Model approach. Creative thinking is an essential component of 21^st century skills, encompassing four main indicators: fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration. The research utilized a descriptive qualitative design supported by quantitative analysis using the Rasch Model to assess the quality of test items and the distribution of students’ abilities. A total of 25 eleventh-grade students from a public high school in Lebak Regency, Banten, participated in the study. The sample was selected using cluster random sampling. The instrument used consisted of eight open-ended essay questions that were validated by experts and tested for internal consistency, yielding a high reliability coefficient (α = 0.86). The results indicated a wide variation in students’ creative thinking skills. Most students fell into the high (28%) and moderate (24%) categories. The fluency aspect showed the highest achievement level (72%), reflecting students’ ability to generate ideas, while flexibility (63.5%) showed the lowest, suggesting challenges in producing ideas from diverse perspectives. Rasch model analysis showed that most test items were categorized as easy and did not sufficiently challenge higher-ability students. Interview data supported these findings, showing that students frequently gave generic responses lacking originality and depth. These results indicate that current physics instruction has not fully fostered students’ creative potential. Therefore, it is crucial to implement contextual, open-ended, and real-world problem-solving-oriented learning strategies to better support the development of creative thinking in physics education.

The Impact of Learning Environment and Study Discipline on Social Studies Learning Motivation among Primary School Students

Yane Hardiyanti Mahmud — 2025-09-04

This study aims to examine the impact of the Learning Environment and Study Discipline on Social Studies Learning Motivation among fifth-grade students at State Elementary School Gugus I, South Kota District, Gorontalo. Using a quantitative approach with an explanatory design, the study seeks to analyze the relationship between these two factors and students' learning motivation. A survey method was employed with a questionnaire distributed to 41 students selected through purposive sampling. The validity and reliability tests showed that the instruments used in this study are valid and reliable. Based on multiple linear regression analysis, it was found that the Learning Environment has a greater impact on students' learning motivation than Study Discipline, although both factors have a significant influence. The coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.956 indicates that over 95% of the variation in Social Studies learning motivation can be explained by these two variables. This study concludes that a conducive Learning Environment and the development of good Study Discipline play a crucial role in enhancing students' learning motivation. Creating a positive and well-organized learning environment not only affects students' engagement in learning but also improves their academic achievements, especially in Social Studies. Therefore, improving both factors is expected to have a positive impact on students' motivation and academic performance at the primary education level.