Learning Module on Buffer Material with a CRT Approach to Solve Problem Topics in Jombang Typical Coffee Beer-Drink

Objective: Learning with the CRT approach is suitable for realizing contextual learning in the Independent Curriculum. So, research was carried out to develop a PBL model learning module using a CRT approach that is ideal for application in teaching chemistry regarding buffer solutions. Method: The research carried out was of a qualitative descriptive type. Open module development uses the Research and Development (R&D) method. The research stages include definition, design, development, and dissemination. Results: The trial of the teaching application module was carried out at 3rd State Senior High School Jombang. The results show that the Learning module developed is suitable for learning Buffer material using the CRT approach, which is indicated by a validity score of 4 in the outstanding category and can complete 35 students with an average increase in learning outcomes in the N-Gain score in the medium category. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in the CRT approach, which is essential to apply to the independent curriculum combined with the PBL learning model to train students to analyze a problem in a buffer material

Development of Digital Comic Interactive Media Toward Primary Students' Understanding of Concepts

Objective: The use of interactive media to understand the concept of material is a stimulation of the integration of all the senses in students, where the media will provide freedom to explore the material that is available in it freely, utilizing several unique features in Microsoft PowerPoint which the researchers then turned into an interactive learning tool for students, in its implementation students will be presented with learning media that integrates audio, video and visual components. Method: This research uses quantitative research with experimental methods. The population in this study was class VI students as experimental class research and VI B students as control class research, with a sample of class VI C students totaling 30 students for each sample on geographical characteristics and life in the ASEAN region.   Results:  This research produced media products in the form of interactive comics, which are proven to be able to increase students' conceptual understanding of material on geographical characteristics and life in the ASEAN region, as proven by the results of data processing using which proves that there is a significant influence. Novelty: There is a significant impact of the development of Digital Comic Interactive Media on Students' Conceptual Understanding of Elementary school is seen from the pretest and post-test results, which show that Ho is rejected and Hα is accepted. By rejecting Ho, it means that in this research, it is proven that the conceptual understanding of students who are given action is significantly different

The Students’ Critical Thinking Skills with The Implementation of Sustainability Learning to Energy Conservation and Transformation Material Based on The POE (Predict-Observe-Explain) Model

Objective:The challenges of the 21st century with massive technological developments and the energy crisis that is currently plaguing various countries around the world, including Indonesia, are a big task for the world of education to make all elements including students aware and care about the energy crisis that has hit so it is necessary to integrate in the learning process the application of sustainable learning with the POE (Predict-Observe-Explain) learning model to train students' critical thinking skills. Methode: The study employs descriptive quantitative methods. The data were processed quantitatively and then interpreted qualitatively. Result: The analysis of the data obtained a significant value on students' critical thinking skills with a fairly good category with a percentage of 52.46%, the average value of students' critical thinking skills was in the poor category with a percentage of 32%. Novelty: This study is expected to be taken into consideration in further developing the application of sustainable learning with the POE model, because this learning has novelty in developing other innovative learning. Another novelty can be found in the material taken in this study is very appropriate with the application of continuous learning POE model to train students' critical thinking skills

Readiness for Change Scale in Higher Education: Adaptation and Validity of the Indonesia Version

Objective: The Readiness for Change Questionnaire was created to assess readiness and ability to face new things and change. It is still being determined whether this scale is also relevant in the context of governance changes in higher education, especially in Indonesia. Method: This study examines the scale of cross-cultural adaptation and assesses the modified version using higher education as an organizational context. Translation, synthesis, back-translation, engagement with subject experts, and an emphasis on readability were all part of the thorough scale adaptation process by the International Test Commission (ITC) Guidelines for Translating and Adapting Test. The researchers performed an anonymous self-administered survey and gathered 534 responses from two samples of non-academic staff working in different universities. Results:  Results showed that the scale, consisting of 25 questions divided into four subscales, had acceptable fit indices using CFA and excellent internal consistency. Novelty: The findings show that the scale is appropriate for assessing organizational readiness for change and may contribute to research and practical implications for higher education institutions experiencing governance changes

Analysis of High School Students’ Critical Thinking Skills Profile According to Ennis Indicators

Objective: This study aims to identify the profile of senior high school students' critical thinking skills in ecosystem material on several critical thinking indicators compiled by Ennis. Method: This research uses quantitative descriptive methods. The research used six essay questions prepared to analyze students' thinking skills based on several indicators compiled by Ennis. The population in this study were all high school students at one of the senior high schools in West Nusa Tenggara, with the sample being class X students with a total of 60 students. Results:  Based on research findings, it is known that the skills of the students in the sample are divided into three categories, namely very low, low, and moderate. Half of the sample size is in the very low category. At the same time, the rest is divided into the low and moderate categories, where a small number of students belong to the moderate category. Novelty: The novelty of this research is to explore the level of students' critical thinking skills using indicators compiled by Ennis. These results will provide an overall understanding of students' critical thinking skills, which teachers can use as a basis for designing learning designs to train students' critical thinking skills to reach the high and very high categories. &nbsp

Integration of Ethnomathematics Teaching Materials in Mathematics Learning in Elementary School

Objective: This research serves as a preliminary study to outline the framework and projection of ethnomathematics studies, particularly concerning the integration of ethnomathematics into mathematics curriculum and the development of mathematics learning objectives using an ethnomathematical approach. Method: The research employs a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) methodology involving identifying, evaluating, and interpreting relevant literature on the research topic. Results:  The findings reveal that the ethnomathematical approach effectively enhances students' understanding of mathematics. Students exhibit higher motivation and satisfaction with mathematics learning when connected to their local culture. Novelty: This research shows that the ethnomathematics approach facilitates the development of teachers' competencies in integrating cultural elements into mathematics education. Both teachers' recommendations and research findings support the inclusion of ethnomathematics in mathematics curricula both directly in developing learning tools and materials and in curriculum policies. Additionally, there is potential for technology applications to support ethnomathematics learning, enabling students to study mathematics independently. In conclusion, integrating ethnomathematics holds significant potential in improving students' mathematical understanding, connecting mathematics with local culture, and motivating students to learn mathematics more enjoyable and relevantly

Development of Problem-Based Learning Model Physics Learning Tools to Improve Critical Thinking Skills of High School Students

Objective: Most EFL students need help to develop their speaking abilities. Due to their limited vocabulary, poor grammar, and lack of confidence, they could not practice speaking. Ten students from the English Department joined a study group to address these obstacles. Method: The procedure was carried out online. The teacher created a WhatsApp group as the initial class medium. He added to the vocabulary development and grammar education on the screen. The students studied the material on a video podcast to retell to meet the comprehension criteria, synchronizing their inputs with real life. They then describe a picture to hone their communication skills. They also transcript their story in order to make the spoken and written versions of it coincide. Results: After following the teacher's instructions to build sentences using the lexico-grammar technique, students can identify the grammatical conventions used in podcasts. They can adequately narrate pictures thanks to this type of learning. Their increased confidence fosters mature dialogue. The students' delivery will become more fluid due to the novelty of learning sentence construction through lexico-grammatical techniques and synchronizing it to podcast material. They acquired the ability to apply vocabulary and grammar norms contextually. It was evident from the way they described the images. To fit the needs of their students in the classroom, teachers might change them. It also encourages other researchers to continue their observations

Development of Entrepreneurship Strategic Planning Model at Al-Fitrah Islamic Boarding School Surabaya

Objective: This study aims to describe 1) feasibility, 2) practicality, and 3) the effectiveness of the entrepreneurship strategic plan model at Al-Fitrah Islamic Boarding School Surabaya. The natural conditions in the three Islamic boarding schools provide educational services at low and affordable costs from the community. Contributions in addition to educational services, it is also necessary to consider contributions to economic activities in the Islamic boarding school. Method: This research is a development research with a Research and Development (R&D) approach. The subjects of research in developing entrepreneurial strategic planning models in Islamic boarding schools are Islamic boarding school caregivers, ustadz, and students of Al-Fitrah Islamic Boarding School Surabaya. Results:  The development results in an entrepreneurship strategic plan book at the Al Fithrah Islamic Boarding School Surabaya, which has been used to reference business plans for business actors in the Al Fithrah Islamic Boarding School Surabaya. The effectiveness of using products in the form of entrepreneurship strategic plan books at the Al Fithrah Islamic Boarding School Surabaya can be seen from the results of each strategy map and business plan made during the entrepreneurship strategic plan preparation workshop. Novelty: The entrepreneurship strategic plan book provides an overview of strategic initiatives in response to the SWOT analysis that has been carried out. This strategic initiative provides the goals to be achieved and what strategies must be made to achieve these goals

The Use of E-Comics Based on A Realistic Mathematical Approach to Improve Critical and Creative Thinking Skills of Elementary School Students

Objective: In the 21st century, critical and creative thinking skills must be nurtured and grown from elementary school. The way to improve this ability can be done by utilizing Mathematics subjects but with a realistic approach that allows students to immediately learn critically and creatively according to the context of everyday life so that students can think organized and creatively in their lives, not limited to subjects. One way to facilitate the learning objectives of Mathematics with a Realistic Approach is to utilize e-comic learning media that allows students to see the context of the lesson using their visual abilities. Method: This research uses literature studies by searching relevant journals, books, and articles using the Publish or Perish application. Results: The study showed that e-comics improved students' critical thinking skills and creativity. In addition, researchers also found that several factors make mathematics learning with a realistic approach that utilizes e-comics efficient, as well as steps to conduct mathematics learning with a realistic approach that utilizes e-comic learning media. Novelty: This research uses an innovative and creative approach to improving students' critical and creative thinking skills through Mathematics learning using e-comic learning media

Profile of College Students' Critical Thinking Skills Assisted by Problem-Based Learning Models on Electromagnetic Material

Objective: This research aims to analyze the profile of students' critical thinking abilities in physics learning, especially electromagnetic material, with the help of a problem-based learning model implemented at a university in Surabaya, Indonesia. Method: The research method used was included in preliminary research with a sample of 19 students. Data collection techniques use critical thinking skills tests, student response questionnaires, and lecturer interviews. Then, the data was analyzed using qualitative descriptions to represent the research results. Results: Analysis shows students' critical thinking skills are still relatively low. Critical thinking indicators that get an average score from high to low are interpretation, analysis, inference, and evaluation. An alternative that can be done to increase students' interest and critical thinking skills is to apply the PBL model in physics learning. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in its new contribution to mapping students' initial abilities regarding their critical thinking skills with the help of the PBL model. This mapping helps lecturers evaluate physics learning, especially electromagnetic material, and determine what future steps can be taken to improve students' critical thinking skills