An Experimental Study of the Mustaqilli Method to Enhance the Reading Skills (Mahārah al-Qirā’ah) of Madrasah Tsanawiyah Students: Eksperimentasi Metode Mustaqilli untuk Meningkatkan Keterampilan Membaca (Maharah Qira’ah) Siswa Madrasah Tsanawiyah

Purpose – This study aims to examine the effectiveness of the Mustaqilli method in addressing reading difficulties among eighth-grade students at MTsN 1 Kendari. Design/methods/approach – This research employed a quantitative approach using a quasi-experimental design. The participants consisted of eighth-grade students from MTsN 1 Kendari, divided into two groups: class VIII.3 as the experimental group and class VIII.2 as the control group. Data were collected through observation, interviews, documentation, and tests. For data analysis, the Shapiro-Wilk test was used for normality, Levene’s test for homogeneity, and the Mann-Whitney U test for non-parametric statistical analysis, with the assistance of SPSS version 26, due to the non-normal distribution of the data. Findings – The implementation of the Mustaqilli method in class VIII.3 involved: (1) the presentation of learning objectives, a brief definition of Mustaqilli, vocabulary introduction, and explanation of the material. The core activities included group analysis and sentence translation, followed by writing on the board. The lesson concluded with reflection and review by the teacher. (2) A significant difference was found in the mahārah al-qirā’ah learning outcomes between the experimental and control groups, as indicated by the Mann-Whitney test results: a significance value of 0.032 for the pre-test and 0.048 for the post-test—both below the threshold of 0.05. Thus, the hypothesis confirmed a statistically significant difference in favor of the experimental group employing the Mustaqilli method. Research implications/limitations – The study highlights the application of the Mustaqilli method in teaching mahārah al-qirā’ah to class VIII.3 as a promising alternative for improving reading skills in Arabic language learning. In addition to observations, interviews, documentation, and testing, the data collection process incorporated relevant literature, including scholarly articles and journals, to support the findings. Originality/value – This research contributes significantly to Arabic language pedagogy, particularly in enhancing mahārah al-qirā’ah, by demonstrating the effectiveness of the Mustaqilli method in fostering active and participatory comprehension for non-Arabic-speaking learners. Abstrak Tujuan – Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji efektivitas metode Mustaqilli dalam mengatasi kesulitan membaca pada siswa kelas VIII di MTsN 1 Kendari. Desain/metode/pendekatan – Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain kuasi-eksperimental. Partisipan terdiri dari siswa kelas VIII MTsN 1 Kendari yang dibagi menjadi dua kelompok: kelas VIII.3 sebagai kelompok eksperimen dan kelas VIII.2 sebagai kelompok kontrol. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi, wawancara, dokumentasi, dan tes. Untuk analisis data, digunakan uji Shapiro-Wilk untuk normalitas, uji Levene untuk homogenitas, serta uji Mann-Whitney U sebagai analisis statistik non-parametrik, dengan bantuan perangkat lunak SPSS versi 26, mengingat data tidak berdistribusi normal. Temuan – Implementasi metode Mustaqilli di kelas VIII.3 meliputi: (1) penyampaian tujuan pembelajaran, definisi singkat metode Mustaqilli, pengenalan kosakata, dan penjelasan materi. Kegiatan inti melibatkan analisis kelompok dan penerjemahan kalimat, dilanjutkan dengan penulisan hasil di papan tulis. Pembelajaran ditutup dengan refleksi dan ulasan oleh guru. (2) Terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan dalam hasil belajar mahārah al-qirā’ah antara kelompok eksperimen dan kontrol, sebagaimana ditunjukkan oleh hasil uji Mann-Whitney dengan nilai signifikansi 0,032 untuk pretest dan 0,048 untuk posttest—keduanya berada di bawah ambang batas 0,05. Dengan demikian, hipotesis mengonfirmasi adanya perbedaan yang signifikan secara statistik yang menguntungkan kelompok eksperimen yang menggunakan metode Mustaqilli. Implikasi/batasan penelitian – Penelitian ini menyoroti penerapan metode Mustaqilli dalam pengajaran mahārah al-qirā’ah di kelas VIII.3 sebagai alternatif yang menjanjikan untuk meningkatkan keterampilan membaca dalam pembelajaran bahasa Arab. Selain observasi, wawancara, dokumentasi, dan tes, proses pengumpulan data juga mengintegrasikan literatur yang relevan, termasuk artikel ilmiah dan jurnal, untuk mendukung temuan. Keaslian/nilai – Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi penting terhadap pedagogi pembelajaran bahasa Arab, khususnya dalam peningkatan mahārah al-qirā’ah, dengan menunjukkan efektivitas metode Mustaqilli dalam mendorong pemahaman yang aktif dan partisipatif bagi pembelajar non-Arab

The Implications Philosophy of Science on Metabolism Education and Kidney Failure Prevention: Building Students' Healthy Lifestyle - Preventing Kidney Failure Disease

The philosophy of science serves as a framework for understanding and teaching scientific knowledge, including metabolism, to promote health and prevent chronic diseases such as kidney failure. This study aimed to explore students' perspectives on kidney failure among young adults and the implications of the philosophy of science in metabolism education. A qualitative case study approach was employed, involving six science education students in East Java. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and analyzed thematically. The findings reveal that students have positive experiences with metabolism education, enhancing their understanding of metabolic processes and their role in kidney health. The program also encourages lifestyle changes, such as increased healthy food consumption and physical activity. However, challenges such as limited access, academic stress, and inadequate facilities persist. Students demonstrate a high awareness of kidney failure, although some perceive their risk as low. This study highlights the importance of inclusive, community-based education approaches and the use of digital technology to amplify its impact

Navigasi Moderasi Beragama Di Media Sosial: Studi Kasus Intoleransi Gen Z Di Platform Tiktok

Penelitian ini mengkaji fenomena intoleransi agama di media sosial yang semakin marak terjadi di era digital. Intoleransi agama pada platform media sosial khususnya Tiktok telah menjadi isu krusial, mengingat tingginya jumlah pengguna platform khususnya Generasi Z yang berinteraksi secara global tanpa Batasan wilayah. Studi ini mengidentifikasi faktor penyebab utama Intoleransi agama, termasuk persepsi yang salah, stereotip, dan kurangnya pemahaman tentang pluralisme. Selain itu, moderasi beragama oleh platform media sosial dan peran regulasi pemerintah menjadi solusi yang penting dalam menanggulangi masalah ini. Penelitian menggunakan metode analisis literatur dan pendekatan studi kasus pada beberapa kejadian aktual untuk memperkaya pemahaman terkait masalah ini. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahwa selain upaya moderasi dari pihak platform, edukasi kepada masyarakat tentang keberagaman juga sangat diperlukan untuk menciptakan ekosistem media sosial yang inklusif. Dengan demikian, penelitian ini diharapkan dapat berkontribusi pada pengembangan kebijakan moderasi konten dan penyadaran publik terhadap pentingnya toleransi dan moderasi beragama dalam keberagaman interaksi digital

Narasi Hadis Di Media Sosial: Adab Komunikasi Dalam Dakwah Gus Miftah Dan Pembentukan Otoritas Keagamaan

Studi ini menyelidiki perdebatan tentang etika dakwah Gus Miftah, seorang ulama modern yang terkenal karena pendekatan inklusifnya. Gus Miftah menarik perhatian publik dan diapresiasi oleh banyak orang, khususnya generasi muda, karena dia berdakwah di tempat-tempat yang jarang dijamah ulama, seperti klub malam dan tempat hiburan. Meskipun demikian, popularitasnya tidak lepas dari perdebatan. Salah satu peristiwa yang menarik perhatian adalah percakapan Gus Miftah dengan seorang penjual es teh, di mana guyonan yang dia lontarkan dianggap kasar dan menimbulkan kontroversi di media sosial. Reaksi beragam terhadap kejadian tersebut. Ada yang membelanya sebagai tindakan spontan yang tidak perlu diperhatikan, dan ada yang mengecamnya karena dianggap tidak mencerminkan pendapat seorang ulama. Hadis tentang adab berkomunikasi digunakan sebagai dasar analisis dalam situasi ini. “Barang siapa yang beriman kepada Allah dan hari akhir, maka hendaklah ia berkata baik atau diam,”. menjadi landasan moral untuk menilai ucapan seorang tokoh agama. Media sosial memainkan peran yang signifikan dalam memperluas dampak insiden ini. Komunikasi cepat menunjukkan bahwa komunikasi sederhana dapat menjadi masalah besar, terutama ketika melibatkan orang publik. Dalam kasus ini, reputasi Gus Miftah sebagai ulama dipertanyakan, bahkan mengarah pada penurunan otoritas keagamaannya. Ulama lain, seperti Gus Iqdam, dianggap lebih baik dalam menerapkan prinsip adab berkomunikasi dibandingkan dengan Gus Miftah. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan betapa pentingnya adab komunikasi bagi tokoh agama, terutama di era digital, di mana ucapan dan tindakan mereka dapat dilihat dan diperdebatkan dengan mudah. Hadis tentang adab komunikasi juga menciptakan otoritas keagamaan baru, yang menuntut ulama untuk lebih berhati-hati dalam menyampaikan pesat agar tetap relevan dan diterima masyarakat

Pengembangan bahan ajar matematika dengan model challenge based learning terintegrasi etnomatematika Islam bagi siswa madrasah tsanawiyah

Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian pengembangan Bahan Ajar Matematika dengan Model Challenge Based Learning Terintegrasi Etnomatematika Islam bagi siswa Madrasah Tsanawiyah. Bahan ajar matematika yang dikembangakan adalah pada pokok bahasan bangun ruang. Penelitian pengembangan ini bertujuan untuk: (1) Untuk menghasilkan bahan ajar matematika dengan Model Challenge Based Learning Terintegrasi Etnomatematika Islam bagi siswa Madrasah Tsanawiyah. (2) Untuk menganalisis kelayakan bahan ajar matematika dengan Model Challenge Based Learning Terintegrasi Etnomatematika Islam bagi siswa Madrasah Tsanawiyah yang dikembangkan. (3) Untuk mengetahui apakah bahan ajar matematika dengan Model Challenge Based Learning Terintegrasi Etnomatematika Islam dapat meningkatkan religiusitas dan hasil belajar siswa Madrasah Tsanawiyah. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian pengembangan (Research and Development) yang memuat tiga tahap, yaitu (1) pendefinisian (define), (2) perancangan (design), dan (3) pengembangan (develop). Subyek penelitian adalah siswa kelas VIII Madrasah Tsanawiyah YMI Wonopringgo. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan cara melakukan observasi, angket, dan tes hasil belajar. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan yaitu analisis kevalidan bahan ajar dan analisis data kepraktisan bahan ajar. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perangkat pembelajaran yang dikembangkan: (1) valid, setelah melalui proses validasi, (2) praktis, karena adanya respon yang baik mengenai Bahan ajar matematika dengan Model Challenge Based Learning Terintegrasi Etnomatematika Islam dari siswa, dan (3) Bahan ajar matematika dengan Model Challenge Based Learning Terintegrasi Etnomatematika Islam dapat meningkatkan religiusitas dan hasil belajar siswa Madrasah Tsanawiyah

The Effect of Modified Bombik Play Activities on Children’s Creativity: A Pre-Experimental Approach in Early Childhood Education

This study investigates the impact of modified bombik play activities on the creativity of children aged 5–6 years at Sani Ashilla II Kindergarten in Padang, Indonesia. Initial classroom observations indicated low levels of creativity, marked by children’s dependency on teacher models and lack of initiative. Employing a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental One Group Pretest–Posttest Design, the study involved 12 purposively selected participants from a population of 82. Data were gathered using structured observation sheets based on early childhood creativity indicators and analyzed with normality, homogeneity, and paired-sample t-tests. Results revealed a statistically significant improvement in creativity scores (t = 32.601 > t-table = 2.131; p < 0.05), demonstrating the effectiveness of the modified bombik play intervention. The findings underscore the pedagogical value of culturally contextualized and developmentally appropriate play-based media in fostering children's imagination, initiative, and expressive abilities. This study contributes to early childhood education by offering empirical support for integrating creative media innovations, particularly those that are low-cost, tactile, and visually stimulating. However, the absence of a control group and the small sample size limit the generalizability of the results. Moreover, the short intervention duration may not capture long-term developmental impacts. Future research is recommended to involve larger and more diverse samples, utilize experimental or quasi-experimental designs with control groups, and explore longitudinal effects of creative play. These steps would strengthen the evidence base for incorporating play-based strategies into national early childhood curricula and policy frameworks

Exploring the Integration of Digital Media in Islamic Early Childhood Education: Evidence from Kindergartens in Pontianak City

Purpose – This study aims to analyze the integration of digital media in Islamic education in early childhood in kindergarten in Pontianak City, West Kalimantan Province by highlighting that teachers currently still have challenges in using technology.Design/methods/approach – This study uses qualitative research with a case study approach through observation, interviews, and documentation. This research was conducted in the city of Pontianak, West Kalimantan Province from September 11 to September 20, 2024. Data analysis includes data collection, condensation, presentation, and conclusion.Findings – The findings of this study in integrating digital media in Islamic education are still difficult for teachers so that in classroom learning activities they still use conventional methods in educating early childhood in kindergarten. In the learning process, the educational environment does not support the use of technology in learning and play activities in kindergarten. However, there is an opportunity to realize the integration of digital media in Islamic education in kindergarten because teachers consider this integration very important in learning in kindergarten.Research implications/limitations – Technology in Islamic education has a significant impact on the learning process for early childhood in kindergarten. This study is still limited to qualitative research, so other methods are needed to add to the findings related to technology in early childhood.Practical implications – This study shows that the integration of digital media in early childhood education in kindergarten still has challenges in using technology. teachers still experience difficulties, so that in classroom learning activities they still use conventional methods in educating early childhood in kindergarten. In addition, in the learning process, the educational environment does not support the use of technology in learning and playing activities in kindergarten.Originality/value – This research serves as an initial foundation for the development of a digital-based curriculum that is relevant to Islamic values and the characteristics of early childhood development. This research provides a new perspective on the utilization of digital media in Islamic education to improve the quality of learning and the relevance of teaching methods in kindergarten.Paper type Case stud

Enhancing Early Childhood Mathematical Skills through Contextual Digital Game-Based Learning: Evidence from the BEKANTAN Intervention in Indonesia

Early mathematical skills are crucial predictors of children's future success, yet they are often insufficiently stimulated during early childhood. This study investigates the effect of the digital game ``BEKANTAN''—an acronym for Bermain Matematika di Hutan Kalimantan (Playing Math in the Kalimantan Forest)—on the early math abilities of children aged 5–6 years in early childhood education. The study focuses on number knowledge, operations, geometry, algebra, measurement, and data analysis. This quantitative study used a pre-experimental One Group Pretest–Posttest Design. A total of 17 children were purposively selected from a population of 65, based on underdeveloped mathematical skills. Data were collected using a validated observation instrument and analyzed with SPSS 22, employing t-tests after normality and homogeneity tests. The results showed a significant increase in children's early math skills after using the ``BEKANTAN'' game, with a p-value of 0.001. This indicates the effectiveness of digital games in supporting foundational mathematical development in early learners. The study highlights the potential of integrating context-based digital learning tools into early childhood education to make abstract mathematical concepts more concrete and engaging. The findings are significant for educators and curriculum developers seeking innovative approaches to early childhood instruction. However, the study's limitations include its small sample size and lack of a control group, which may affect the generalizability of results. Future research should involve larger, randomized samples and explore the game's impact on other developmental domains. Additionally, expanding the content of digital games to include environmental and cultural elements—such as Kalimantan’s biodiversity—may enrich children's learning experiences while promoting local knowledge

The Potential of Materials Constructing Traditional Houses of Honai Dani Tribe of Papua as A Source for Learning Biochemistry with an Ethnoscience Approach

This research aims to explore the biochemical aspects of the local wisdom of the Honai traditional house Dani tribe of Papua and its potential integration in biochemistry learning through an ethnoscience approach. The research method is literature study from scientific journal articles, books, online articles, and research reports related to the biochemical composition of the building materials that make up the Honai traditional house.  The main problem in this study is how to construct indigenous science knowledge into scientific science and identify its potential integration in biochemistry learning. The study showed that the main components of Honai houses are reeds, various types of wood, and rattan. The biochemical composition is lignin, holocellulose, alpha-cellulose and hemicellulose as well as other compositions that can be discussed on the topic of biochemical aspects of living things and further on the topic of cells and cell bonds / chemical bonds. The material composition contained in the materials that make up the honai traditional house can also be further explored in the practice of applied biochemistry, to produce other appropriate items. Thus the Honai traditional house is highly potential as a learning resource in biochemistry courses with an ethnoscience approach

Teorema Titik Tetap Kannan Pada Ruang Modular-2

Kannan's fixed point theorem, constructed initially on metric spaces, has been developed for several abstract spaces. This research will study Kannan's fixed point theorem on 2-modular spaces.&nbsp