Purpose–This study aims to measure the effectiveness of implementing Project-Based Learning (PjBL) in improving students' speaking skills. Methodology – This study uses a quantitative pre-test and post-test design. Researchers will compare students' speaking skill scores before (pre-test) and after (post-test) using the Project-Based Learning (PjBL) to determine whether there is a significant improvement. The quantitative data will analyse used SPSS to measure the experimental and control classes. Findings – This study show that the experimental class had a higher average score (75.74) than the control class (61.32). The Sig. (2-tailed) is less than 0.05; the difference between the means is statistically significant. There is a statistically significant difference between the means of the experimental and control classes. Contribution – The increase in scores from pre-test to post-test is empirical evidence that project-based learning is an effective learning method for improving student learning outcomes while developing the various skills required for future success.
This study aims to determine the implementation of the independent learning curriculum in the context of students' mathematics learning outcomes. The type of research used is quantitative with an ex-post facto design. The sample determination technique was carried out by random sampling. Primary data collection is in the form of midterm exam results in mathematics subjects as well as population and research samples, namely class III B students with a total of 33 students. The data was analyzed in a quantitative descriptive manner. The results of the study show that the implementation of the independent learning curriculum is no longer based on themes but subjects that are effective by each teacher based on an agreement on what field of study to be taught, the application of the independent curriculum has begun to be well adopted by students. Based on the results of data analysis, there was a significant difference in the results of the mid-semester exam in the ganji semester (the implementation of the 2013 curriculum) and the results of the mid-semester exam in the even semester (the implementation of the independent learning curriculum) after the paired sample t-test was applied which showed a significant difference in the comparison of mathematics learning outcomes of grade III B students at SD Karya Bakti I Medan.
Mathematics as a science that underlies the development of technology and plays an important role in the development and encourages the progress of other sciences. Students' ability to think to solve problems is certainly different, as is the case between male and female students. Gender differences are a term that emphasizes males and females. This type of research is a descriptive type of research with a qualitative approach that aims to describe Mathematical Critical Thinking Skills Reviewed from a Gender Perspective on SPLDV Material. This research was conducted at SMP IT Daarul Istiqlal located on Jl. Pantai Rambung in the 2024/2025 academic year. The subjects in this study were class VIII-2. The technique for taking research subjects was 20 male and 20 female people. Data analysis techniques were carried out with steps of data validity, data reduction, data presentation, and verification and conclusions. Indicators of mathematical critical thinking skills in this study are: (1) Finding ways that can be used to deal with problems, (2) Analyzing Data, (3) Evaluating relevant arguments in solving a problem.
Pancasila as the foundation of the Indonesian state holds a vital position in shaping the character and national identity, yet the understanding of Pancasila values among the younger generation, particularly university students, tends to deteriorate in the era of globalization. The problem faced by students at the UPMI is that their understanding of Pancasila remains normative and limited to memorizing its principles without comprehending the elaboration of values contained in each principle and how to apply them in real life. Phenomena such as intolerance, discrimination, and declining nationalism indicate that a deep understanding of the elaboration of Pancasila values has not been optimal. To address this problem, socialization activities regarding the elaboration of Pancasila values were conducted through coordination with the UPMI rectorate and the student affairs division. Implementation methods included interactive lectures, group discussions, case study presentations, and question-and-answer sessions. The material covered Pancasila as the state foundation and the urgency of understanding its value elaboration, the elaboration of values in each principle of Pancasila and their implementation in student life, as well as the role of students in preserving and disseminating Pancasila values. The results of the activity showed an increase in students' understanding of the elaboration of Pancasila values and heightened awareness to practice them in daily life, thereby forming strong student character aligned with the Indonesian national identity.
Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang dan menguji kinerja sistem irigasi otomatis berbasis sensor pada lahan pertanian Wisata Agro Paloh Naga sebagai upaya meningkatkan efisiensi penggunaan air dan mendukung penerapan teknologi pertanian modern. Sistem dirancang menggunakan sensor kelembaban tanah (soil moisture sensor), mikrokontroler sebagai pusat kendali, serta katup solenoid untuk pengaturan aliran air. Ketika kelembaban tanah berada di bawah ambang batas yang ditetapkan, sistem secara otomatis mengaktifkan aliran irigasi, dan sebaliknya akan menghentikan suplai air ketika kelembaban mencapai tingkat optimal. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan eksperimen lapangan untuk menguji akurasi sensor, respons waktu sistem, stabilitas operasi, serta dampaknya terhadap kondisi tanaman dan efisiensi air. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sistem irigasi otomatis mampu bekerja secara konsisten dengan tingkat akurasi deteksi kelembaban tanah di atas 90 persen. Respon waktu sistem dalam mengaktifkan dan menonaktifkan irigasi berada pada rentang yang efektif untuk mempertahankan kelembaban optimal bagi tanaman. Selain itu, penggunaan sistem ini terbukti dapat mengurangi pemborosan air hingga 30–40 persen dibandingkan metode manual. Penerapan teknologi ini juga meningkatkan kemudahan operasional bagi pengelola wisata agro serta memberikan nilai tambah edukatif bagi pengunjung. Secara keseluruhan, sistem irigasi otomatis berbasis sensor dinilai layak dikembangkan sebagai solusi pertanian berkelanjutan di kawasan Wisata Agro Paloh Naga.
