Jurnal Pemikiran dan Kajian Pendidikan

EXPLORING FUSION STUDENTS' OBSTACLES AND STRATEGIES IN SUSTAINABLE ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING

Siti Ismahani — 2025-08-30

This study explores the obstacles and strategies experienced by fusion students in achieving sustainable English language learning. Fusion students those coming from non-English academic backgrounds who are required to integrate English into their current studies often face multifaceted challenges in language acquisition. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, this research involved semi-structured interviews with 15 fusion students from various departments at a public university in Indonesia. The data revealed that the primary obstacles include limited vocabulary, anxiety in speaking, lack of exposure to authentic English environments, and insufficient institutional support. In addition, sociocultural factors and academic pressures also hinder students’ motivation and consistency in learning. Despite these challenges, the students have developed a variety of strategies to sustain their English learning process. These include peer collaboration, use of digital tools such as language apps and online videos, self-directed learning routines, and participation in extracurricular English activities. The findings suggest that while fusion students struggle with both internal and external barriers, their resilience and adaptive learning strategies play a significant role in maintaining language development over time. This research highlights the need for more inclusive and supportive English language programs that consider the diverse needs of fusion students. Further studies are recommended to examine institutional roles in facilitating long-term English learning sustainability among non-English-major students.

STUDENT'S PERSPECTIVE ON USING PUPPET TO TEACH VOCABULARY

Amelia Nur Isnaini — 2025-08-30

This research is motivated by the low interest and ability of elementary school students in mastering English vocabulary, which is often caused by monotonous learning methods. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of using hand puppet media in improving students' vocabulary mastery. The method used is a quantitative method with a pre-experimental approach through pre-test and post-test, and is equipped with qualitative data from teacher interviews and student questionnaires. The subjects of the study were fourth grade students of SD 1 Belsuk. The results showed an increase in the average score from 3.90 in the pre-test to 7.10 in the post-test, as well as positive responses from students and teachers to the use of hand puppet media. It can be concluded that hand puppet media is effective in improving English vocabulary mastery and creating a more enjoyable and interactive learning atmosphere.

ANALISIS IMPLEMENTASI PEMBELAJARAN BERDIFERENSIASI PADA PROGRAM KEAHLIAN AKUNTANSI DAN KEUANGAN LEMBAGA DI SMKN 1 SURABAYA

Destiara Nayla Salsabila — 2025-08-30

Kurikulum Merdeka merupakan kebijakan pendidikan yang mendorong penerapan pembelajaran berdiferensiasi untuk mengakomodasi perbedaan kebutuhan, minat, dan kemampuan peserta didik dalam satu kelas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan implementasi pembelajaran berdiferensiasi pada Program Keahlian Akuntansi dan Keuangan Lembaga di SMKN 1 Surabaya. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kualitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa guru telah menerapkan berbagai strategi pembelajaran yang responsif terhadap kebutuhan siswa, seperti pembukaan hangat, asesmen diagnostik awal, pembelajaran berbasis masalah, pembelajaran kooperatif, diskusi kelompok, presentasi, pemanfaatan tutor sebaya, serta penilaian formatif dan sumatif yang adaptif. Faktor pendukung implementasi pembelajaran berdiferensiasi meliputi dukungan sekolah, pelatihan guru, ketersediaan sarana dan prasarana, media pembelajaran yang variatif, budaya kolaboratif, dan peran guru penggerak. Sementara itu, kendala yang dihadapi meliputi keterbatasan waktu dan jumlah siswa yang banyak dalam satu kelas. Secara keseluruhan, implementasi pembelajaran berdiferensiasi di SMKN 1 Surabaya berjalan cukup efektif, meskipun masih perlu penyesuaian agar lebih optimal.

The Merdeka Curriculum is an educational policy that encourages the implementation of differentiated learning to accommodate the divers needs, interests, and abilites of students within a single classroom. This study aims to describe the implementation of differentiated learning in the Accounting and Financial Expertise Program at SMKN 1 Surabaya. The method used was descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documentation. The results showed that teachers implemented strategies tailored to student needs, such as warm openings, diagnostic assessments, problem-based learning, cooperative learning, group discussions, presentations, peer tutoring, and adaptive formative and summative assessments. Supporting factors for the implementation included school support, teacher training, avalability of facilities and infrastructure, varied learning media, a collaborative culture, and the role of the leading teacher. Meanwhile, obstacles encountered included limited time and a large number of students in one class. Overall, the implementation of differentiated learning at SMKN 1 Surabaya was quite effective, although further adjustments were needed to optimize it.