Given the growing body of research on the impact of noise, synthesizing these findings is crucial to gaining a comprehensive understanding of the influence of noise on student performance. This meta-analysis investigates the effects of environmental and classroom noise on learning, with a focus on cognitive and academic performance in elementary and secondary school students. A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted on 21 studies comprising 152 effect sizes. Different noise types were analyzed in relation to cognitive functions such as attention, memory, comprehension, and overall academic performance. The Restricted Maximum Likelihood (REML) method was used to estimate the overall effect size, resulting in a value of −0.46 (95% CI: −0.54 to −0.38), indicating the moderate negative impact of noise on performance. The negative effects were particularly significant in children aged 6 to 12. Despite high heterogeneity across the studies, likely due to variations in noise types and study designs, model fit measures confirmed the adequacy of the meta-analytic model. These findings underscore the importance of mitigating noise in educational settings to improve students’ cognitive and academic outcomes.
Use of less diverse learning models and neglect of students' learning styles can lead to inferior social studies learning outcomes in elementary school children and a lack of classroom participation. This study examines how the Student Teams Achievement Division (STAD) learning model and learning styles affect fifth-grade social studies learning results in Primary School 2 Latihan Ambon. This experiment used a 2x3 factorial analysis and a posttest-only control group. All Primary School 2 Latihan Ambon pupils were studied, with 42 students divided into an experimental class (22 students) using the STAD model and a control class (20 students) using the TGT model, which stands for Teams Games Tournament, another cooperative learning model. A validated learning style questionnaire and learning outcome test were employed. Data was evaluated with a two-way ANOVA. The research findings showed that: (1) The STAD learning model had a significant effect on student learning outcomes (Sig. 0.000 < 0.05), with the average score of the experimental class (81.667) higher than the control class (63.267). (2) Learning styles have a significant influence on learning outcomes (Sig. 0.000 < 0.05), where students with visual learning styles achieved the highest score (84.400), followed by kinesthetic (69.800) and auditory (63.200). (3) There is a significant interaction between learning models and learning styles on student learning outcomes (Sig. 0.002 < 0.05). This study helps educators map student learning styles before choosing a model. These findings also support the STAD cooperative model's ability to boost primary school social studies material achievement.
Jela A. Rahawarin, Samuel Patra Ritiauw, Leonid Ritiauw
The COVID-19 pandemic was a big challenge and parental guidance was needed in student learning to help carry out the learning process at home. Mathematics is one of the subjects that must be taken by elementary school students. Most children think mathematics is a difficult subject even though many children do not like it. The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a correlation between parental guidance and mathematics learning outcomes in online learning environments in Elementary Schools. This research used a quantitative design. The research designs using a correlational study with parental guidance and mathematical outcomes. The sample taken was . Data collection techniques included tests and questionnaires. The analysis data using person correlation analysis. The results of this research show that there is a positive relationship between parental guidance and mathematics learning outcomes. The contribution of parental guidance variables to mathematics learning outcomes was higher than the remaining factors. Keywords: Elementary school; learning outcomes; mathematics; parental guidance.
Importance: Prenatal opioid exposure (POE) is one of the fastest-growing global health problems, but its association with long-term neurologic and physical development remains unknown. Objective: To assess the association between POE and cognitive and motor development in children from age 6 months to 18 years. Data Sources: Key search terms included prenatal opioid exposure, neonatal abstinence syndrome, and neurocognitive development. Studies were searched using PubMed and Embase, with no publication date restriction, through August 20, 2018. Study Selection: Only published cohort studies comparing the results of age-appropriate standardized cognitive and/or motor tests between children with any POE (aged 0-18 years) with drug-free controls were included. Data that were not convertible to means and SDs were excluded. Data Extraction and Synthesis: This study was conducted according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) and Meta-analysis of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (MOOSE) guidelines. Data were pooled using a random-effects model. Main Outcomes and Measures: Standardized mean difference of cognitive and motor tests between POE and nonexposed children. Results: Twenty-six peer-reviewed cohort studies were included. Cognitive outcomes were compared for a total of 1455 children with POE and 2982 nonexposed children across 3 age groups (mean [SE] age at cognitive testing was 13 [1.58] months for the toddler group; 4.5 [0.38] years for the preschool group; and 13 [2.36] years for the school-aged group). Motor outcomes were compared for 688 children with POE and 1500 nonexposed children up to age 6 years (mean [SD] age at motor testing, 2 [0.45] years). Standardized mean difference was lower in cognitive tests for children with POE at 0 to 2 years (d = -0.52; 95% CI, -0.74 to -0.31; P < .001) and 3 to 6 years (d = -0.38; 95% CI, -0.69 to -0.07; P < .001); the difference was not significant for those aged 7 to 18 years (d = -0.44; 95% CI, -1.16 to 0.28; P = .23). Motor scores were lower in children with POE (d = 0.49; 95% CI, 0.23-0.74; P < .001). Conclusions and Relevance: Prenatal opioid exposure appeared to be negatively associated with neurocognitive and physical development from age 6 months, and this association persisted until adolescence. The cause and association of this with POE or other factors (eg, withdrawal treatment) are uncertain but suggest that POE necessitates long-term support and intervention.
The study examined the learning support provided at home and its impact on the outcomes of primary learners in private schools in San Narciso District, Schools Division of Zambales, during the School Year 2024–2025. It highlighted the essential role of home learning facilitators in shaping educational experiences. The research aimed to determine the nature of learning support and its relationship with learners' outcomes, offering insights for enhancing practices. A descriptive-correlational design was used, involving 53 facilitators selected via random sampling. A researcher-designed questionnaire measured home learning support and learners' outcomes, with excellent reliability (Cronbach’s Alpha: 0.987 for support, 0.998 for outcomes). Data analysis included percentages, means, Kruskal-Wallis Test, and Spearman Rho Correlation. Most facilitators were aged 30–39, female, married, with two children, and a family income of P25,000– P49,999. They were college graduates, spent less than an hour on lesson instruction, and attended one study support session. Learning support was consistently evident across dimensions like organizing the learning environment, emotional support, resource provision, and communication. Primary learners showed advanced cognitive, socio-emotional, creative, and practical skills. No significant differences were observed between learning support and facilitators' demographics, but a very high positive correlation was identified between home support and learner outcomes. The findings underscored the consistent and effective support provided at home and its strong link to advanced learner outcomes. These results informed the development of an enhanced learning support program to further improve home learning practices and learner success. The study contributes to understanding the role of home facilitators in education, offering evidence-based strategies for strengthening learning support programs.
In the spring of 2020, schools across the globe closed their doors to decrease the spread of the viral outbreak during the COVID -19 pandemic. This physical closure led to a rapid shift to remote learning which placed more responsibility for learning on parents and guardians. As one of the major stakeholders in the education process, experiences of parents with their children during remote learning are worth examining to inform future policy decision making. This study aimed to investigate parents’ experiences and struggles during school closure using an online survey. Thematic coding was conducted to analyze parental responses regarding their greatest educational struggle experienced during the COVID school closure. The results indicate parents agreed with the school closure policy and were generally satisfied with the level of support provided by school districts whilst describing some areas of struggle. Parents described having difficulties with balancing responsibilities, learner motivation, accessibility, and learning outcomes. The results of the study suggest some important implications and recommendations for educators and policymakers.
We study school choice and learning outcomes in Bauchi and Kaduna, two Northern Nigerian states with high out-of-school rates. Surveys reveal that most children are enrolled in some form of education, including unrecognized Quranic and Islamic schools, and banned homeschooling. Learning outcomes reveal below average performance across all sectors. However, privately managed schools have a slight edge over publicly managed schools in numeracy and literacy, but not in Hausa and socio-emotional tests after controlling for their background. Privately managed schools are associated with increased parental satisfaction, and greater parental preference. We recommend the government to officially recognize non-formal education providers.
Adaptive physical education is a type of physical education geared toward children with special needs, such as intellectual disabilities. Of course, there must be an assessment in learning to see if the results taught from the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor perspectives were achieved. The goal of this research was to learn more about how physical education learning outcomes were assessed in schools for students with intellectual disabilities in Semarang. The research method used was descriptive. This method aims to describe the events and circumstances that occurred. The research approach used was qualitative. Data were gathered through observation, interviews, and documentation. The informant for this study was a Semarang-based special school teacher (SLB) who teaches physical education classes. The findings revealed that teachers had difficulty making assessments for mentally retarded students even though the assessment was still conducted as it should. It was determined that the teacher conducted a cognitive, affective, and psychomotor assessment of physical education learning and modified the assessment indicators to find appropriate standards. Meanwhile, the assessment was carried out based on the students' abilities.
Andry Akhiruyanto, Taufiq Hidayah, Dewangga Yudhistira et al.
Background Parents and carers have a major influence on children's learning and development from birth, through the school years, and into adulthood. Parental contributions to education include providing a secure environment in which to learn, providing intellectual stimulation, transmitting social norms and values, shaping the child's resilience through fostering literacy and problem‐solving, and encouraging personal and social aspiration. Increasingly, providers of formalised education are recognising the primary role of parents, carers, and the wider family, as well as peers and the environment, in shaping children's education, health, and life experiences. Objectives To assess the effectiveness of the Families and Schools Together (FAST) programme in improving outcomes among children and their families. Search methods Between October 2018 and December 2018, we searched CENTRAL, MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, 11 additional databases, and three trial registers. We handsearched the reference lists of included studies and relevant reports and reviews, contacted the programme developer and independent researchers, and searched relevant websites to identify other eligible studies. Selection criteria We included randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and quasi‐RCTs examining the effects of FAST, relative to waiting list, usual or alternative services, or no intervention, on outcomes for children (aged from birth to completion of compulsory education) and their families. Data collection and analysis At least two review authors independently evaluated the records retrieved from the search for relevance. One review author (JV) extracted data from eligible studies with a second independent review author (AF, DK, or SL). Review authors consulted with one another to resolve disagreements. We used a fixed‐effect model for meta‐analysis. We presented results as standardised mean differences (SMDs) because all outcomes were continuously scaled, and we accompanied these with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). We used the GRADE approach to assess the certainty of evidence for each outcome. Main results We identified 10 completed RCTs, most of which were relatively recent (2007 or later) and were conducted with at least some involvement from the intervention developer or the FAST organisation. Nine of the 10 trials were from the USA; the other was from the UK. Children were young (five to nine years old; mean age approximately six years), and therefore, whilst not so named in the reports, evaluations consisted of what is sometimes referred to as 'Kids FAST' and sometimes 'Elementary Level FAST'). Among the USA‐based studies, at least 62% of participants were members of a racial/ethnic minority group (most commonly, African American or Latino). FAST was usually delivered in schools after the school day. Trials lasted about eight weeks and usually examined the effects of FAST relative to no additional intervention. Most studies were funded by agencies in the US federal government. We judged the certainty of evidence in the included studies to be moderate or low for the main review outcomes. Failure to include all families in outcome analyses (attrition) and possible bias in recruitment of families into the trials were the main limitations in the evidence. We included over 9000 children and their families in at least one meta‐analysis. The follow results relate to meta‐analyses of data at long‐term follow‐up. Primary outcomes Four studies (approximately 6276 children) assessed child school performance at long‐term follow‐up. The effect size was very small, and the CI did not include effects that, if real, suggest possibly important positive or negative effects if viewed from an individual perspective (SMD ‐0.02, 95% CI ‐0.11 to 0.08). We assessed the certainty of evidence for this outcome as moderate. No studies assessed child adverse events, parental substance use, or parental stress. Secondary outcomes Parent reports of child internalising behaviour (SMD ‐0.03, 95% CI ‐0.11 to 0.17; 4 RCTs, approximately 908 children; low‐certainty evidence) and family relationships (SMD 0.08, 95% CI ‐0.03 to 0.19; 4 RCTs, approximately 2569 children; moderate‐certainty evidence) also yielded CIs that did not include effects that, if real, suggest possibly important positive or negative effects. The CI for parent reports of child externalising behaviour, however, did include effects that, if real, were possibly large enough to be important (SMD ‐0.19, 95% CI ‐0.32 to ‐0.05; 4 RCTs, approximately 754 children; low‐certainty evidence). Authors' conclusions Given these results, it is hard to support the assertion that assignment to FAST is associated with important positive outcomes for children and their parents.
(1) Background: There has been significant recent interest in the potential role of social robots (SRs) in special education. Specific Learning Disorders (SpLDs) have a high prevalence in the student population, and early intervention with personalized special educational programs is crucial for optimal academic achievement. (2) Methods: We designed an intense special education intervention for children in the third and fourth years of elementary school with a diagnosis of a SpLD. Following confirmation of eligibility and informed consent, the participants were prospectively and randomly allocated to two groups: (a) the SR group, for which the intervention was delivered by the humanoid robot NAO with the assistance of a special education teacher and (b) the control group, for which the intervention was delivered by the special educator. All participants underwent pre- and post-intervention evaluation for outcome measures. (3) Results: 40 children (NAO = 19, control = 21, similar baseline characteristics) were included. Pre- and post-intervention evaluation showed comparable improvements in both groups in cognition skills (decoding, phonological awareness and reading comprehension), while between-group changes favored the NAO group only for some phonological awareness exercises. In total, no significant changes were found in any of the groups regarding the emotional/behavioral secondary outcomes. (4) Conclusion: NAO was efficient as a tutor for a human-supported intervention when compared to the gold-standard intervention for elementary school students with SpLDs.
Maria T. Papadopoulou, Elpida Karageorgiou, Petros Kechayas et al.
