This study aims to explain the application of the Children Learning in Science (CLiS) model in improving the science learning outcomes of fourth-grade students at SD Inpres 1 Tondo. This study uses the Classroom Action Research (CAR) method, which focuses on improving the quality of learning in the classroom. This model follows four stages of the Kemmis and McTaggart cycle: (1) Planning, (2) Action, (3) Observation, and (4) Reflection. This study was conducted during the 2024/2025 academic year, involving 28 fourth-grade students as research subjects. Data were collected using test and non-test techniques. Non-test methods include interviews, classroom observations, and documentation, while the test method uses multiple-choice questions to assess students' understanding of science material. In Cycle I, the percentage of students achieving The classical approach was used to In Cycle I, student achievement using the classical approach increased to 64.29%, compared to 50% in the pre-action phase, showing an increase of 14.29%. In Cycle II, the percentage reached 100%. This shows an increase of 35.71% compared to Cycle I. These results indicate that the CLiS learning model has a significant influence on improving students' science learning outcomes. Therefore, the application of the CLiS model can be said to be an effective strategy to improve the learning achievement of fourth-grade students of SD Inpres 1 Tondo
Hilda Hilda, Yusdin Gagaramusu, Pahriadi Pahriadi et al.
This study compared primary school preparedness of urban and rural preschool children in Kisumu county, Kenya. Children were assessed on their level of learning and development in the following domains: pre-academic skills (pre-literacy and pre-mathematics, executive function, and socioemotional cognition. The sample consisted of 390 preschool children who had completed their curriculum and were transitioning to Grade One. Children were assessed using an adapted and validated form of the Measurement of Development and Early Learning (MODEL) global item set. We hypothesized that urban children would score higher on all domains of learning and development than rural children. Results showed that indeed urban children were more prepared for primary school than were rural children in all the domains of learning examined in this study. In order to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 4 on equitable quality education that ensures life-long learning for all, county and national government should invest in early childhood development and education (ECDE) in both rural and urban so that all boys and girls can be ready for primary education and improve future outcomes for all children.
The purpose of this study was to find out the learning process of children with special needs at the Salsabila Elementary School in Purwakarta. Children with special needs often do not get the same learning rights as other normal children. Therefore, it is necessary to study and find the right solution regarding this problem at Salsabila Elementary School. The research method uses an ethnographic design with a qualitative approach. data collection techniques through in-depth observation, interviews, and documenting the data. Data analysis by triangulation and interpretation. The results showed that the learning of children with special needs with other normal children in Salsabila Purwakarta Elementary School showed no difference. All children have the same right to learn with the educators, methods, media, and curriculum applied in the school. Learning prioritizes character building or soft skills compared to cognitive emphasis.
As prenatal exposure to certain older antiseizure medications (ASMs) has been linked with poorer neurodevelopmental outcomes in children, the use of newer ASMs throughout pregnancy has increased. The current review aimed to delineate the impact of in utero exposure to these newer ASMs on child neurodevelopment. A systematic search of MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature Plus, and PsycINFO was conducted, limiting results to articles available in English and published after the year 2000. Studies investigating neurodevelopmental outcomes following in utero exposure to the following ASMs were eligible for inclusion in the review: eslicarbazepine, gabapentin, lacosamide, lamotrigine, levetiracetam, oxcarbazepine, perampanel, topiramate, and zonisamide. Thirty-five publications were identified, and a narrative synthesis was undertaken. Methodological quality was variable, with distinct patterns of strengths/weaknesses attributable to design. Most studies examined lamotrigine exposure and reported nonsignificant effects on child neurodevelopment. Comparatively fewer high-quality studies were available for levetiracetam, limiting conclusions regarding findings to date. Data for topiramate, gabapentin, and oxcarbazepine were so limited that firm conclusions could not be drawn. Concerningly, no studies investigated eslicarbazepine, lacosamide, perampanel, or zonisamide. Exposure to certain newer ASMs, such as lamotrigine and levetiracetam, does not thus far appear to impact certain aspects of neurodevelopment, but further delineation across the different neurodevelopmental domains and dosage levels is required. A lack of data cannot be inferred to represent safety of newer ASMs, which are yet to be investigated.
Rebecca A. Knight, Anja Wittkowski, Rebecca Bromley
Learning is a step by step process that relies on successful completion of individual learning activities for accumulation of knowledge. Failure of working memory (auditory and visual memory) can lead to inattentive behavior. The end result is frequently lost learning opportunities and so slow rates of educational progress. The aim of this study is to adapt and apply the ‘no-glamour memory’ training program to suit the Egyptian learning disabled children to outline a program for training and test its effectiveness. This study was conducted on 20 school-age children complaining of learning difficulty and memory problems who were attending the Unit of Phoniatrics, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Alexandria Main University Hospitals. All children were assessed using the protocol of assessment of learning difficulties and memory deficits and were reevaluated after a period of 3–6 months of training. In the present study, there was significant improvement of the studied group in the different tests such as Stanford Binet Intelligence Scale, childhood attention and adjustment survey, Arabic dyslexia assessment test, and test of memory and learning 2nd ed., after therapy. Memory training can have an effect on domain-general cognitive mechanisms; thus, these results benefit multiple areas of cognition and learning.
This study aims to determine (1) parental support of children. (2) children's learning motivation (3) the relationship between parental support and motivation to children's learning outcomes. This research is included in quantitative research. The population of this study were all parents in the school, totaling 33 people. Determination of the sample using the saturated sample method, where all the population is sampled. Data collection techniques used in this study were observation, questionnaires or questionnaires and documentation. The data analysis technique in this study used statistical test data with SPSS ver. 23.0 for windows.
This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of Physical Education (PE) learning in instilling and familiarizing positive character values in elementary school children. Character education is becoming increasingly important in the challenging era of globalization, where the flow of foreign cultures and the influence of social media can hinder the development of children's character. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach involving 20 students, 5 parents of students, 2 teachers, and 1 principal at Elementary School Angkasa I Lanud Sutan Syahrir Padang. Data were collected through observation, unstructured interviews, and documentation studies. The results of the study indicate that PE activities are an effective medium in instilling character values such as discipline, cooperation, and responsibility. Teachers act as role models in teaching these values, while parental support strengthens character habits outside of school. Although effective, there are several challenges in its implementation, such as time constraints and lack of training for teachers. This study conveys that PE has great potential to contribute to the formation of a young generation that is not only physically healthy but also strong in character.
Febryani Febryani, Eddy Marheni, Damrah Damrah et al.
A nutrition learning model themed "Makananku Sehat dan Bergizi" was aimed for fourth-grade students of elementary school who used the K13 Curriculum K13 that was developed in 2013. The model accommodated the old version of nutrition concept and they were delivered withconventional model. This study aimed to design a new learning model and to discover effect of themodel on nutritional knowledge and behavior of elementary school children in Kendari. Thisstudy was a quasi experimental study using one group with pre-post test design. This study was held in 2017 in Puuwatu district, Kendari. The subjects were 15 fourth-grade teachers and 60 elementaryschool students from SD 05 Mandonga. Data related to knowledge and behavior of the students werecollected and analyzed. The pre- and post-nutrition learning models were analyzed by interview using a questionnaire. Data were statistically tested using paired t-test. Learning model that was developedwas named Model Pembelajaran Gizi Kontekstual or CTL (Contextual Teaching and Learning). There was significant improvement in terms of nutritional knowledge and behavior of the studentsbefore and after introduction to a song titled Kebiasaan Makanku and to a flipchart themed Mengenal Jenis dan Manfaat Makanan. There is a need for nutrition education for elementaryschool teachers, especially for the fourth grade. Thus, teachers would have good knowledge onnutrition and therefore, they could use it to educate their students. Eventually, it would helpimplementation of CTL model.
Psychosocial development that is not fully mature can impact the learning responsibility of school-aged children. This study aims to analyze the influence of psychosocial development on the learning responsibility of school-aged children. Data was collected using the cluster random sampling technique. The research sample consisted of 172 fifth and sixth-grade students from one school in Bekasi city and two schools in Bekasi Regency. Data collection was conducted using a questionnaire. The instrument used to measure psychosocial development consisted of 19 items based on the dimensions of industry and inferiority. The instrument used to assess learning responsibility consisted of 22 items based on the dimensions of learning responsibility during the course and learning responsibility outside the course. The collected data was processed and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, specifically simple linear regression tests. The results of the study showed that psychosocial development positively influences learning responsibility. The determination coefficient obtained was 0.496%, meaning that psychosocial development affects learning responsibility by 49.6%, while the remaining 50.1% is influenced by other factors. Therefore, it is essential for involved parties to be aware of children's psychosocial development to enhance their learning responsibility.
Dyslexia is one of the most common learning difficulties observed among school children, which not only affects academic performance but also influences their emotional and psychological well-being. Despite its importance, limited longitudinal research is available in the Indian context, particularly regarding how dyslexia is related to mental health outcomes over time. The present study was conducted to examine the relationship between dyslexia and psychological conditions among primary school children in Durg district, Chhattisgarh. A total of 2,050 students from Classes II to V were selected using a stratified sampling technique. Among them, a group of identified dyslexic children was compared with non-dyslexic peers. Data were collected at three different time intervals to assess stress, anxiety, and depression levels. Appropriate statistical techniques, including mean, standard deviation, and advanced longitudinal analysis methods, were used to examine changes over time and the relationship between variables. The findings revealed that children with dyslexia showed higher levels of stress and depressive symptoms as compared to other children. However, no major variation in emotional conditions was observed across different time points, indicating that these psychological difficulties tend to remain stable over time. The study concludes that dyslexia is closely linked with mental health challenges among children. Therefore, educational interventions should not be limited to improving reading skills but must also include psychological support to ensure the overall development of the child.
