International Journal of Educational Research Excellence (IJERE)

The Effect of Using Children's Storybooks on Early Reading Skills in First Grade Students of Mis Al-Ikhlasiyah

2025-10-27T12:35:35+00:00

In accordance with the formulation of the problem, this study aimed to determine the effect of the use of children's story books on the early reading skills of first-grade students at Mis Al-Ikhlasiyah. This study used a quantitative pre-experiment method with a two-group pretest-posttest. The research subjects consisted of two groups of first-grade students: an experimental group (N = 27) and a control group (N = 27). In this study, the subjects were first given a pre-test to determine their initial abilities before being taught using storybooks. Following the pretest, the students were given treatment, namely storybooks. After completion, the students were given a posttest to determine the extent of the storybook’s influence on their reading ability. The Effect of Children's Storybook Media: The use of children's storybooks significantly improves the early reading skills of first-grade students in MIS Al-Ikhlasiyah. This is evident from the increase in the average score of students in the experimental class (pretest 70.44 to posttest: 80.3) and the percentage of completion (48.15% to 85%). Differences between the Experimental and Control Classes: The control class also experienced improvement but was not as significant as the experimental class. The completion rate of the control class was only 33%, compared to 85% in the experimental class. Effectiveness of Children's Storybook Media: Children's storybook media have been proven to be effective in increasing students' interest and early reading skills compared to conventional methods.

Developing English Speaking Teaching Material Based on Project Based learning Spiritual Approaches at Senior High School Student of Islamic Boarding School Ulun Nuha Medan

2025-10-27T14:22:57+00:00

An effort made in the era of globalization in an Islamic boarding school is to prepare English language skills for students by developing their English speaking skills. However, in reality, the English speaking skills of students are very low, especially at Islamic Boarding School Ulun Nuha Medan, even though they have studied for years. The Researcher tries to provide a solution by using Islamic-themed English teaching materials by using teaching materials based on Project-based Learning spiritual approaches so that students are motivated and more confident in communicating in English, because the teaching materials presented are in accordance with the environment and conditions of the boarding school which is an Islamic environment, so that the interest of students in learning English increases and English communication is created and what is expected by the author and the boarding school is achieved, namely the formation of an English-speaking environment every day.

Developing Anecdote Text Writing Using Animated Videos for Students Class X SMKS PAB-2 Helvetia

2025-10-27T14:54:14+00:00

This study aims to develop a way of writing texts using animated videos, namely, writing anecdotal texts using animated videos that are expected to improve the quality of learning. This research and development uses the ADDIE development procedure. The product of this research was writing anecdotal texts using animated videos for class X SMK. The subjects of the research included material expert validators and media expert validators (design). The steps of this research include analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The research instruments used in this study includedstudent needs questionnaires, material expert validation, media expert validation, pretest, and posttest tests. The results of this study show that writing anecdotal texts using animated videos uses the ADDIE procedure and obtains validation results with decent qualifications, with a value from material expert validators of 69.5% and media expert validators of 80%. The effectiveness results obtained from the animated video learning media showed good effectiveness results with very good qualifications, and from the pre-test and post-test trials of students showed an increase in the average score from 69.9 to 87.9. The calculation of Normalize Gain (N-Gain) produces an average value of 0.6067 or 60.67%, which is included in the “quite effective” category so that it can be concluded that the product of writing anecdotal text using animated video learning that has been developed in this study is very feasible for students to use in the learning process.

Implementation of the Explicit Instruction Model Using the Storytelling Method Based on Reading Short Stories for Fifth Grade Elementary School Students State 116241 Kampung Baru Rantau Prapat

2025-10-27T15:29:50+00:00

The problem in this study is how the storytelling method based on reading short stories through the explicit instruction model influences fifth-grade elementary school students. Negeri 116241 Kampung Baru Rantau Prapat Academic Year 2024-2025. This study aimed to determine the effect of the storytelling method based on reading short stories through an explicit instruction model on fifth-grade elementary school students. State 116241 Kampung Baru Rantau Prapat Academic Year 2024-2025. The participants of this study were fifth-grade elementary school students. Negeri 116241 Kampung Baru Rantau Prapat in the 2024-2025 academic year, totaling 40 students. The results showed that students who previously did not understand and were less active in the learning process became more active. The students were able to construct their understanding through groups and individuals from the learning material. Students were more independent and creative because the explicit instruction model learning provided them with full opportunities to plan and work on their assignments and were appreciated in the performance process. The storytelling method was based on reading short stories of fifth-grade elementary school students. Negeri 116241 Kampung Baru Rantau Prapat in the 2024-2025 Academic Year using the explicit instruction model showed an average value of 75.00 while the conventional model was 67.411. This proves that there was a positive influence on the application of the explicit instruction model.

Developing English Teaching Material of Reading Comprehension For Islamic Students At MTS SKB 3 Menteri Bingkat

2025-11-04T04:16:53+00:00

According to Bryman’s model, the research procedure involves several systematic stages: (1) identifying theoretical foundations, (2) formulating hypotheses, (3) designing the research, (4) operationalizing variables, (5) collecting data, (6) quantitatively analyzing data, (7) drawing conclusions, and (8) revising or confirming theoretical implications. These steps guided the development and validation of the discovery-learning model throughout the study. Data were collected through reading comprehension tests, expert validation, and student response questionnaires. The pre-test total score was 1,200, while the post-test total score increased to 2,270, indicating a significant improvement in students’ reading comprehension achievement. Statistical analysis confirmed that Discovery Learning significantly improved students’ ability to identify main ideas, infer meanings, and comprehend textual details. Validation by material experts indicated that the developed product was valid, effective, and practical for classroom implementation. The students’ responses also reflected positive perceptions of the learning process, particularly in terms of motivation and engagement. Based on the findings, it can be concluded that the Discovery Learning-based reading comprehension model developed through the quantitative R Therefore, it is recommended that English teachers apply this model to enhance students’ analytical and interpretive reading skills. The researcher used a classroom action research (C.A.R) that was conducted in two cycles in which every cycle consisted of four meetings; this study used a qualitative approach. The location of this research was eighth-grade students of MTs SKB 3 Menteri Bingkat, with a total of 28 students

Developing English Speaking Teaching Materials Through Task-Based Learning for TheEighth-Grade Students Of MTs S Mutafawiq Aini

2025-11-04T04:45:09+00:00

The objectives of this study were to develop English-speaking materials through Task-Based Learning for eighth-grade students at MTs S Mutafawiq Aini, and to investigate the effectiveness of the developed materials in improving students' English speaking skills. This study employed a Research and Development method to design English speaking skills using a task-based learning approach. Educational R&D is a development model in which the findings of research are used to design new products and procedures that are systematically field-tested. Based on the research findings and discussions, several conclusions were drawn, and English-speaking materials were developed using the ADDIE model and validated by experts. The development process included the analysis of learners’ needs, design of task-based content, and implementation in real classroom settings. Expert validation showed that the developed materials were of high quality, with an average validity of 90.25%, and were categorized as 'Very Good.' The materials were relevant, engaging, and aligned with the Merdeka Curriculum. The field trial results revealed a significant improvement in the students’ speaking performance. The average score increased from 64.5 to 82.25, demonstrating that TBL effectively enhanced fluency, accuracy, and confidence. Students’ positive responses confirmed that the developed materials were interesting, enjoyable, and useful in motivating them to actively speak English. Overall, Task-Based Learning has proved to be an effective approach for developing English-speaking materials that promote communicative competence and learner autonomy.

The Influence of Discipline and Environment on Students’ Learning Creativity in The Field of Study Integrated Social Sciences Spatial Interaction Material In Life In Asean Countries of SMP 5 Padangsidempuan

2025-11-12T04:42:02+00:00

The formulation of the problem in this study is whether discipline and environment influence the learning creativity of students in the field of integrated social studies on the material of spatial interaction in life in ASEAN countries at SMP Negeri 5, Padangsidimpuan. The objective of this study is to determine the influence of discipline and environment on the learning creativity of students in the field of integrated social studies on the material of financial interaction in life in ASEAN countries. The type of research that the author used in this study was sociative. The questionnaire was used as a data-collection tool. Based on data analysis, a known r count of 0.998 was obtained. While the r table has a confidence level of 95% or an error rate of 5% with N=30 as big as 0.361 with thus can known that mark The calculated r is greater than the table r value, namely (0.998> 0.361). Thus, It can be said that Ha is accepted that discipline and environment influence the learning creativity of students in the Integrated Social Studies study field of spatial interaction material in life in ASEAN countries in class VII of SMP Negeri 5 Padangsidimpuan

Developing English Speaking Teaching Materials Through Peer Collaboration Model At MTS S Mutafawiq Aini

2025-11-19T04:28:35+00:00

The objective of this research is to design, develop, and validate a set of English speaking teaching materials based on the peer collaboration model that are suitable for use by 9th-grade students at MTs S Mutafawiq Aini. This research employs a Research and Development (R&D) approach as proposed by Borg and Gall (2003), which is especially relevant for educational innovation. The R&D model offers a structured process that aims to produce educational products, such as teaching materials, that are developed and validated through rigorous procedures. This model includes a cycle of planning, developing, validating, testing, and revising the product to ensure its relevance, usability, and effectiveness in real teaching contexts. After analyzing the data, the researcher concluded that the existing speaking material is not appropriate for students and it was not enough to make students understand the material about descriptive text. They think it is difficult to learn about speaking descriptive text because the existing material is not in line with their major. They want to have a suitable material with their major that can motivate them to learn. The solution for that problem is developing the new appropriate speaking English material. Developing the material was using the R & D phases by Gall et. al. (2003) which is simplified into; (1) Gathering Data and Information; (2) Need Analysis; (3) Design Media; (4) Validate by expert; (5) Revision; (6) Final Product. The score of validation from the first validator was 95% and from the second validator was 93.3% and it was categorized as relevant. It means the material is appropriate to use as learning material for students

Applied Linguistics in Public Relations: Bibliometric and Thematic Trends in an Evolving Research Field

2025-11-25T05:48:04+00:00

This study aims to map and interpret the intellectual structure, thematic evolution, and research trends at the intersection of applied linguistics and public relations over the past decade. The primary objective is to identify key authors, influential sources, dominant themes, and methodological shifts that characterize this emerging interdisciplinary field. Bibliometric data were retrieved from the Scopus database, covering peer-reviewed journal articles published between 2016 and 2025 that explicitly address both applied linguistics and public relations. Using Biblioshiny (Bibliometrix) for performance indicators, collaboration networks, thematic maps, and keyword co-occurrence, and NVivo 12 for qualitative content analysis, this study integrates quantitative and qualitative approaches to provide a comprehensive understanding of the field’s evolution. The results reveal a significant increase in publication output and thematic diversification, indicating rapid intellectual growth. Five dominant thematic clusters were identified: AI and Natural Language Processing (NLP), Digital and Social Media Communication, Health Communication, Discourse and Organizational Communication, and Cross-Cultural Communication. A strong methodological shift toward computational linguistics, big data analytics, and sentiment analysis is evident, accompanied by growing attention to ethics, transparency, and trust in digital public discourse. Emerging frontiers include AI-driven communication modeling, crisis discourse in digital media, multilingual brand communication, and ethnolinguistic perspectives on organizational trust.

Assessment of Educational Protection Tools (APE) of Block in Early Childhood Education

2025-12-02T07:41:59+00:00

This study aims to evaluate the use of Educational Props (APE) blocks in improving the cognitive, motor, and social-emotional development of early childhood. The assessment was conducted through observation, documentation, and interviews with teachers and children in the 4–5 year old age group at an early childhood education institution. The results of the study indicate that the structured use of blocks can improve children's classification, construction, fine motor coordination, and social skills such as cooperation and communication. The obstacles found were the suboptimal variation in block use and the lack of educators' understanding of constructive play-based stimulation strategies. The implications of this study encourage teachers to use a guided play approach to make the use of APE more effective.

Geometry Introduction Learning Assessment Through Smart Books at Almawaddah IT Kindergarten

2025-12-02T08:10:01+00:00

This study aims to develop and implement appropriate geometric educational teaching aids for early childhood (PAUD), and to measure their influence on the understanding of the concept of plane figures (triangle, square, rectangle, circle, quadrilateral, pentagon, hexagon). The study uses an R&D (Research & Development) approach with the following stages: (1) designing props made of felt, (2) limited trials in PAUD classes, (3) evaluation through comprehension and observation tests. The results show that the use of props significantly increases students' understanding scores compared to before use, as well as increasing motivation and learning activities. These findings indicate that well-designed, interactive and kinesthetic geometric teaching aids can be an effective medium in geometry learning for PAUD. Practical implications for PAUD teachers and learning media developers are outlined.

The Effectiveness of Learning Process and Outcome Assessment Based on The Hijaiyah Letter Tree Media in Improving Early Literacy Skills of Early Childhood

2025-12-05T07:48:13+00:00

Learning the hijaiyah letters in early childhood is an important foundation in the development of religious literacy, so creative and fun methods are needed to increase children's interest in learning. This study focuses on the effectiveness of the Hijaiyah Letter Tree media in improving the ability of PAUD children in recognizing, naming, and attaching hijaiyah letters through a playful approach. The purpose of this study is to describe the learning process using this media, assess the development of children's abilities, and identify supporting factors and obstacles during the activity. This study also provides benefits for teachers, children, institutions, and parents in strengthening hijaiyah learning in an integrated manner. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with a Classroom Action Research (CAR) model. The research subjects consisted of 15 children from group B PAUD Pembina, Karang Jaya District. Data were collected through observation, documentation, and formative assessment, then analyzed through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study indicate that the Hijaiyah Letter Tree media is effective in increasing children's attention, motivation, and ability to recognize and pronounce hijaiyah letters. Most children were able to display good learning performance, while some children required further assistance, especially in aspects of pronunciation and learning focus. The visual, verbal, and kinesthetic activities combined in this medium contribute to increased child engagement during the learning process. In conclusion, the Hijaiyah Letter Tree can be used as an alternative learning medium that is effective, interactive, and appropriate for the developmental characteristics of early childhood. Reinforcement through parental involvement is essential to maintain consistent learning at home.

Implementation of Authentic Assessment Through Dice Games to Measure Early Childhood Cognitive Development at Nur Faizah PAUD, Bingin Rupit Village

2025-12-05T08:27:30+00:00

Early childhood development assessment needs to be conducted authentically and enjoyably, in accordance with the characteristics of learning through play. However, assessment practices in early childhood education (PAUD) are still dominated by traditional assessments that do not reflect children's natural abilities. This study examines the use of dice games as a medium for assessing children's cognitive development at Nur Faizah PAUD to overcome the limitations of conventional assessments and improve the accuracy of learning assessments. The study aims to describe the implementation of dice-based assessments and their effectiveness in assessing numeracy and number recognition skills. This study used a qualitative descriptive approach through observation, interviews, and documentation of 15 children in group B and their classroom teachers. The results showed that dice games can increase learning motivation and enable cognitive assessment to occur naturally. Most children were able to correctly name the numbers according to the dice roll results, and approximately 70% of children were able to perform simple addition using two dice. In addition to academic outcomes, this activity also stimulated social-emotional development such as cooperation, waiting for turns, emotional regulation, and communication during play. Teachers acknowledged that assessment through dice games facilitated observation of the learning process without causing stress for children, although obstacles such as limited game equipment and recording of assessment results were still encountered. Overall, the dice game proved to be an effective, fun, and developmentally appropriate assessment instrument for early childhood, and supported the principles of the Independent Curriculum, which is oriented towards meaningful and child-centered learning.