Jurnal Pendidikan Bitara UPSI

Elemen muzik dalam Literasi Bahasa Melayu murid berpencapaian rendah

Nur Kadariah Mansor — 2024-10-23

Kajian ini bertujuan mengenalpasti penggunaan elemen muzik dan nyanyian yang merupakan salah satu pendekatan yang digunakan dalam pengajaran dan pembelajaran Bahasa Melayu di sekolah rendah. Collin (2018) mengatakan apabila mendengar muzik, pelbagai saraf otak terlibat dan aktif serentak. Kepentingan elemeni muzik dilihat mampu mempertingkatkan kemahiran literasi Bahasa Melayu murid berpencapaian rendah. Kajian ini dilaksanakan secara kualitatif. Sampel kajian melibatkan tiga orang murid berpencapaian rendah. Dapatan kajian diharapkan dapat membuktikan elemen muzik berjaya diterapkan kepada murid-murid berpencapaian rendah bergantung kepada tahap pencapaian mental murid, minat dan daya tumpuan, jumlah murid yang tidak terlalu ramai, keupayaan guru dalam menguasai elemen muzik, kemudahan yang sedia ada serta persekitaran tempat belajar murid terbabit. Justeru, dengan penemuan kajian ini diharapkan mampu menyediakan bukti yang berguna dan dapat menghasilkan sebuah pelan pengajaran bagi rujukan serta membantu guru Bahasa Melayu mengendalikan murid berpencapaian rendah di dalam kelas dengan sewajarnya.

Development and Usability of a gaming application “Bio-Stasis” in the learning of Homeostasis and Urinary System of Human among Form 4 Biology Students

Amir Azman Md Arshad — 2024-10-23

This study aims to develop a Bio-Stasis interactive game for the Homeostasis and Human Urinary System Biology Form 4 topic that has a high validity value and measures the level of applicability of using this application in biology learning for the topic. This study is a development study using a quantitative approach and the ADDIE model and has gone through the validation process. This study also involved biology students in Form 4 at the National Secondary School in the area around Sabak Bernam district, Selangor. The study sample was randomly selected from the same population. The instrument used in the implementation of this study is a questionnaire that covers four constructs, namely the aspect of usefulness, the aspect of user ease of use, the aspect of ease of learning, and the aspect of satisfaction. The data was analyzed through the mean and standard deviation interpretation method using the Statistical Package for Social Science application. The results of the analysis found that the interpretation of the average mean for each construct showed a high value and a low average value of the standard deviation. This shows that the development of the Bio-Stasis application fulfills all four constructs, and the expert validity analysis carried out shows that this application has a high value of validity and thus fulfills both research objectives that have been outlined. The implications of the study as well as suggestions for further research are also discussed. The results of the study show that the Bio-Stasis application is suitable for use as a teaching aid by applying game-based learning.

The Phenomenology of Living with A Sibling with Special Needs

Rhea R. Bailey — 2024-10-23

Disabilities are diverse and these vary in severity. This phenomenological study attempted to generate data that answered the question of how siblings of individuals with special needs construed their lives in terms of a) fond experiences or advantages, and b) challenges or limitations. Data gathering was executed in-person and through online semi-structured interviews with siblings of individuals with disabilities who had high functional autism, Marfan Syndrome, and Down’s Syndrome.

Findings showed that challenges were many and can be overwhelming. These are manifested in: dealing with unpredictable behavior and expressions of frustration, being disheartened over sibling’s inability to experience normal activities, bearing the stigma due to obvious physical limitations, managing their siblings’ limited ability to fully articulate needs, the dilemma of not doing enough for their sibling while attending to their own personal or family needs, having to absorb sibling’s depression, restrictions in going to places and engagement with peers, having to worry about leaving their sibling behind, coping with financial challenges, and resorting to self-harm in channeling frustrations. However, the participant’s current relationships with their siblings overcome these complexities and troubles. Thus, they still see their lives positively.

In addition, the participants aspire that the general public understands that individuals with special needs have different abilities from which the community or general society can benefit from.

This research is relevant as it sheds light on how home and community life can be viewed from the lens of a sibling with a family member who has special needs – their challenges, limitations, and their triumphs. They call for the awareness and participation of the community as it takes a home and a caring social network to support an individual with special needs.

Development of Artificial Intelligence Based Personalized Learning Materials for the Topic of Heat Among Form Four Students: A Needs Analysis Based on Teachers' Perception

Muhammad Syarifuddin Abd Razak — 2024-10-24

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has advanced rapidly and offers a variety of innovative applications across different fields, including education. However, in Malaysia, the implementation of AI technology in Teaching and Learning (PdP) is still limited, particularly in the subject of Physics. Students often face significant challenges in learning the topic of heat due to the complex and abstract concepts that hinder their mastery of the subject during the PdP process. This study aims to analyze the need for self-learning materials among Form Four students for the Physics subject. A quantitative survey design was used, employing questionnaires as the research instrument. These questionnaires were distributed to 30 secondary school Physics teachers in the Kota Setar district, selected through a simple random sampling technique. The results of the study show that the majority of teachers (73.3%) consider the topic of heat to be challenging for students. Additionally, all teachers (100%) agreed on the need to develop AI-based self-learning materials focused on the topic of heat (73.3%) supporting this initiative. Most teachers (90.9%) chose the subtopic of specific latent heat as the content for development. A large portion of teachers (83.3%) selected interactive modules as the appropriate type of AI-based self-learning materials. The most suitable learning technique was identified as mastery learning (86.7%). In terms of activity implementation, most teachers chose experiments (96.7%), while for assessment, the majority of teachers preferred interactive exercises (83.3%). In conclusion, there is a clear need to develop AI-based self-learning materials for the topic of heat among Form Four students, based on teachers' perceptions. Based on the findings of this study, it is recommended to develop an AI-integrated comic-based e-module that can meet students' learning needs and present the topic of heat in a more comprehensible manner. This personalized learning material is expected to improve conceptual understanding among students.

Analysis of the Similarities and Differences Between Two Education-Based Films from the Perspective of Speech Acts

Wan Nor Azlina Abdullah — 2024-10-24

This research involves the analysis of similarities and differences between two educational films from the perspective of speech acts. Speech acts are utterances that have meaning according to a specific context. This research aims to describe the similarities and differences in the speech acts uttered between the film 'Adiwiraku' and the film 'Yek Icin Mahak'. The research design is qualitative, involving content analysis of the speech text in the dialogues related to Searle's (1969) speech act theory and library research methods to obtain more in-depth information. This study involves two educational films, namely 'Adiwiraku' and 'Yek Icin Mahak'. The findings show that there are similarities and differences in the speech acts in both films, observable from various aspects not only in terms of categories and subcategories but also involving the use of sentences, words, language, intonation, social status, vocabulary, regional and environmental factors, students' backgrounds and the subjects taught by the teachers. This indicates that there is a comparison in terms of speech even though both films are educational. Overall, this study is hoped to help individuals better understand the meaning behind the uttered speech.

Knowledge and skills of preschool teachers in implementing a diffrentiated learning aprroach

Kancanawati Kamar — 2024-10-24

This study was conducted to identify the level of knowledge and skill level of preschool teachers in implementing differentiated learning approaches. This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey design. The selection of the study sample was carried out by simple random sampling and a total of 45 preschool teachers in Beluran District, Sabah were selected as the study sample. This study uses a questionnaire as a research instrument for data collection. This questionnaire contains three parts, namely demographics, knowledge and skills of preschool teachers in implementing differentiated learning approaches. Data were analyzed using descriptive analysis and inferential analysis. Descriptive analysis is used to explain the level of knowledge and skill level of preschool teachers in implementing differentiated learning approaches. Inferential analysis is used to explain the relationship between variables, which is the relationship between the level of knowledge and the skill level of preschool teachers in implementing differentiated learning approaches. The results of the study for the level of knowledge of preschool teachers in implementing a differentiated learning approach is at a high level with a value (mean=4.11, SD=0.804). While the skill level of preschool teachers in implementing differentiated learning approaches is at a high level with values (mean=3.98, SD=0.812). The results of the correlation analysis study show that there is a moderately positive relationship between the level of knowledge and the level of skills of preschool teachers in implementing a value-differentiated learning approach (r=0.524, p<0.01). Overall, this study has illustrated that preschool teachers in the district Beluran, Sabah has a high level of knowledge and skills. The implications of this study show that the higher the teacher's knowledge, the higher the teacher's skill in implementing differentiated learning approaches.

Comprehensive Literature Review: Use of E-Modules Based on Artificial Intelligence in Science Subjects and its Implications on Teaching and Learning

Shukur Ahmad Arifen — 2024-10-25

According to the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI), the trend of students taking Additional Mathematics and Pure Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, is declining, with candidates taking the Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) in 2023 recording a decrease of 3.33% for Additional Mathematics, Physics (1.42%), Chemistry (1.42%), and Biology (2.2%). However, the results of SPM 2023 for all these subjects have increased compared to the previous year. Previous studies have shown that the use of digital technology like e-modul is seen as very helpful in improving student performance during Teaching and Learning sessions (TnL). Furthermore, the use of various technologies during TnL sessions has grown since the spread of COVID-19 making TnL sessions more flexible, easy to access and attracts students' interest in Science when they can interact directly with materials from global sources. This development has created a variety of digital teaching mediums and applications such as the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) that is capable of performing tasks and functions similar to human thinking to create a systematic TnL sessions. For example, the use of ChatGPT helps teachers efficiently prepare Daily Lesson Plans (DLP). The increased use of AI has also attracted the interest of major company like Google, which invested RM9.4 billion in Malaysia as an effort to enhance AI literacy programs for the benefit of teachers and students. Hence, this study is being conducted to identify the usage and impact of AI-based e-modules for Science subjects. Next, by conducting a systematic review analysis of 30 journal articles and books related to the use of AI in TnL sessions published between 2017 and 2024, an overview of the development of AI-based digital education in TnL sessions can be seen. The results of past studies found a positive increase where the use of AI in TnL sessions enhances understanding, motivation, student engagement and stimulates critical thinking among students. In conclusion, the findings from the literature review show that the application of AI in TnL helps students improve their achievement in Science. This is because the use of AI can personalize learning, provide automatic guidance and create interactive educational content, which directly increases students' interest and understanding. In line with the nation's commitment to enhancing dynamic STEM education, the realization of cultivating a highly knowledgeable and critical-thinking generation to confront the digital economy era will be achieved.

The Correlation Between Teaching Readiness and The Implementation of 21st Century Learning Among Trainee Teachers in Sultan Idris Education University

Syafiq Idham Mohammad — 2024-10-28

This study was conducted to identify the level of teaching readiness in terms of knowledge and information and communications technology skills (ICT), as well as the level of implementation of 21^st century learning. The study also assessed the relations between knowledge and ICT skills and examined the relations between teaching readiness and the implementation of 21^st century learning among trainee teachers in Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI). A quantitative approach was employed using a survey method, involving a sample of 351 trainee teachers who had undergone their first teaching practice. The study sample was selected using a proportional stratified random sampling technique. Data collection was done through a questionnaire to assess the teaching readiness of trainee teachers in applying 21^st century learning. The study data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 29, involving both descriptive and inferential statistics analysis. Pearson correlation tests were used to examine significant relationships between the variables. The findings of the study revealed that the teaching readiness level was high, and the implementation of 21^st century learning was also high, with mean scores of 4.29 (SD = 0.369) and 4.01 (SD = 0.271) respectively. The results also indicated a significant positive relationship between the two sub-constructs and between teaching readiness and implementation of 21^st century learning. In summary, the findings of this study demonstrate the significance of implementing 21^st century teaching and learning practices and ICT skills in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the educational process at the school level. These practices serve as the foundation for developing more innovative and impactful educational strategies in the future1.

Teachers Readiness Towards the Implementation of HOTS in Teaching Malay Language Essay Writing Skills at Primary Schools: Concept Paper

Nor Azzian Bashah — 2024-10-28

Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) is one of the elements emphasized by the Malaysian Ministry of Education (KPM) in making the Malaysian Education Development Plan (PPPM) 2013-2025 a success. The integration of KBAT across the curriculum includes all subjects, including Bahasa Melayu, involving skills such as writing. However, there are still challenges faced by teachers, especially in primary schools, in implementing and applying KBAT in teaching essay writing skills in the classroom. One of the obstacles is that teachers do not have sufficient readiness to implement KBAT during teaching. Therefore, this study aims to explore the readiness levels of teachers in implementing KBAT during teaching of Malay language essay writing skills in primary schools. Participants in this study consist of Malay language teachers selected through purposive sampling. This concept paper proposes a qualitative approach using semi-structured interviews, observations, and document analysis. Currently, most studies analyzing teachers' readiness levels towards KBAT to use quantitative approaches or mixed methods. Hence, this concept paper also aims to diversify the analytical framework by utilizing a purely qualitative approach. The proposed method of analysis is thematic analysis, involving coding and data organization to draw conclusions. Through the development of this concept paper, it is hoped to provide a clear understanding of the readiness levels of Malay language teachers towards KBAT and to address issues in implementing KBAT in teaching writing skills.

Levels of Mental Health Among Students at Higher Education Institutes

Hazlin Falina Rosli — 2024-10-28

The increase in the number of mental disorders among students in HEIs has sparked concern to various quarters in institutions of learning. Mental health problems occur due to various factors including depression, anxiety and extreme stress and eventually lead to suicide. Therefore, issues related to mental health and mental health care are very important to focus on in society. This study was conducted to identify the level of mental health among students in IPT in two IPTS located in the suburbs and rural areas. The results of the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS) questionnaire found that there were three indicators of stress, anxiety and depression were at normal levels. Yet there is an average student has experienced stress, anxiety and depression at least once in life. This tendency needs to be taken seriously because it can lead to more serious mental health problems. The results of this study are expected to provide recommendations to the relevant parties regarding the level of health of students in IPT and how to solve the problem from the aspect of communication, especially among students.

Kesan Pembangunan Bahan Bantu Belajar PS-4s Terhadap Pencapaian Matematik dan Kemahiran Berfikir Murid Tahun 5

Nor Hazli Ghazali — 2024-10-28

Kajian ini bertujuan mengkaji kesan pembangunan bahan bantu belajar PS-4s terhadap kemahiran berfikir aras tinggi murid dan pencapaian mereka. Kajian ini menggunakan bahan bantu belajar PS- 4s yang berasaskan langkah-langkah penyelesaian masalah secara teratur bagi menyelesaikan masalah matematik berayat bukan rutin yang dijalankan ke atas murid tahun 5 bagi tajuk ukuran dan sukatan. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan reka bentuk kuasi eksperimen. Persampelan bertujuan digunakan semasa menentukan kumpulan kawalan dan kumpulan eksperimen antara dua buah kelas dari sekolah di Perak. Subjek kajian terdiri daripada 20 murid kumpulan rawatan dan 20 murid kumpulan eksperimen yang dipilih secara rawak berkelompok. Instrumen kajian ialah item ujian penyelesaian masalah matematik berayat bukan rutin yang menguji kemahiran berfikir aras tinggi. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan analisis deskriptif untuk menjelaskan kebolehlaksanaan bahan bantu belajar PS-4s dalam proses pengajaran dan pembelajaran. Analisis inferens pula untuk menganalisis data daripada ujian pra dan ujian pos dengan menggunakan ujian-t. Dapatan kajian mendapati min pencapaian murid kumpulan eksperimen lebih tinggi daripada min pencapaian murid kumpulan rawatan. Terdapat perbezaan min yang signifikan antara pencapaian murid kumpulan eksperimen dan kumpulan kawalan. Ini menunjukkan pembangunan bahan bantu belajar PS-4s telah meningkatkan kemahiran berfikir aras tinggi murid dalam topik ukuran dan sukatan seterusnya memperkembangkan pemikiran murid secara kreatif dan kritis seperti yang dihasratkan dalam kurikulum matematik Malaysia.

Persepsi Pelajar Pra-Universiti dalam Menggunakan AI Generatif: Kajian di Universiti Swasta Malaysia

Nelfi Adiela Mizan — 2024-10-28

Kajian ini bertujuan untuk memahami persepsi pelajar dalam menggunakan kecerdasan buatan atau artificial intelligence (AI) generatif dalam kalangan pelajar pra-universiti. Satu soal selidik telah diedarkan kepada 153 orang responden dan SPSS digunakan untuk menganalisis data. Model Penerimaan Teknologi (TAM) dirujuk sebagai rangka kerja utama untuk kajian. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa persepsi pelajar pra-universiti terhadap teknologi AI generatif dipengaruhi oleh faedah dan cabaran dalam menggunakan teknologi tersebut. Berdasarkan dapatan kajian juga dicadangkan bahawa lebih banyak kajian perlu dilakukan untuk menyiasat persepsi terhadap penggunaan AI generatif dalam bidang pendidikan. Penyelidikan lanjut diperlukan untuk memberikan pandangan untuk penyelidikan masa depan dan pembangunan dasar pendidikan mengenai penggunaan AI generatif. Secara keseluruhan, kertas kerja ini berfungsi sebagai asas untuk kajian dan strategi masa depan dalam menggunakan AI generatif melalui integrasi dalam pengajaran dan pembelajaran di peringkat universiti di Malaysia.

Teachers' Perceptions about the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Teacher Teaching at the Middle School Level

Siew Chear Ting — 2024-10-28

Introduction: This research was conducted to examine the perception of the use of Artificial intelligence tools in teaching practice among teachers at secondary schools. According to the changing trends in the global education arena, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly expanding. Aims: This aims to enhance the processes of learning and teaching for greater effectiveness. The utilization of AI in education also creates opportunities to improve the quality of education, make learning more adaptive, and prepare the younger generation to face challenges in the future. In Malaysia, many teachers still face challenges in designing engaging learning experiences. In addition, ineffective teaching strategies that do not support differentiated learning methods contribute to an increased student learning rate. Objective: This study was conducted to examine perceptions of the benefits of use, usability, social influence, and readiness for AI acceptance at local school in Malaysia. Methodology: This study utilized a descriptive quantitative approach by collecting data through a survey via questionnaires. The questionnaires were distributed to 90 teachers at a local secondary school, with only 73 respondents selected as the sample for this study based on the Krejcie and Morgan Table. The data were then analysed in descriptive quantitative analysis using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 15. Results: The study results showed that perceptions of the benefits of use, usability, social influence, and readiness for acceptance indicated a high level of agreement. The highest correlation strength was found between social influence and acceptance readiness with r=0.59, p<0.05, compared to usability with r=0.46, p<0.05, and perceived usefulness with r=0.53, p<0.05. Conclusion: However, overall, it indicates a moderate level of relationship. The coleration values showed that b (0.59) had the highest contribution to the level of AI acceptance readiness in teaching among teachers at school, which is social influence. Conclusion: Overall, the findings of this study suggest that encouragement from superiors and social influence are crucial to encouraging teachers to fully adopt the use of AI in their teaching.

Heutagogy Theory as an Approach to Implementing Inclusive Education in Higher Education: A Bibliometric Analysis

Tata Gading Jatiningsiwi — 2024-10-28

Explorations in the implementation of learning models in inclusive education settings continue to be studied. However, many approaches remain under-examined, including heutagogy theory. The purpose of this study is to examine heutagogy theory as it relates to inclusive education in higher education. This study is a preliminary study for needs analysis. The method used was bibliometric analysis. The procedures used in conducting bibliometric analysis are: defining the purpose and scope of the bibliometric study, selecting techniques for bibliometric analysis, collecting data for bibliometric analysis, and conducting bibliometric analysis and reporting results. The study results show that there is not much research on the application of heutagogy theory in inclusive education in higher education. Therefore, there are still many opportunities to analyze the theoretical basis of heutagogy to inclusion in higher education. So, further research is needed on the strategies to be undertaken to apply heutagogy theory to implement academic inclusion in higher education through the design of learning models.