Educare: Journal Educational and Multimedia

Interest and Text Anxiety as Correlate of Secondary School Students’ Academic Achievement in Chemistry in Ogidi Education Zone

Regina Ijeamasi Enebechi — 2026-02-11

The study examines interest and test anxiety as correlates of secondary school students’ academic achievement in chemistry in Ogidi Education Zone. Two research questions guided the study and two null hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. A correlational research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study consisted of all the 1,754 senior secondary school two (SS2) chemistry students in the 40 public secondary school in Ogidi education zone in Anambra state. 375 SS 2 chemistry students were sampled using multi-stage sampling procedures. Chemistry Interest Scale (CIS), Chemistry Text Anxiety Assessment inventory (CTAAI) and the 2023/2024 SS2 cumulative examination results in Chemistry were used for data collection. The instruments were validated. The reliability of the instruments was established using Cronbach Alpha with coefficients of 0.87 for CIS and 0.83 for CTAAI. Pearson Product Moment Correlation was employed for analysis of the data collected using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS, version 25). The findings of the study showed a moderate positive relationship (r = 0.413) between interest scores and academic achievement scores of secondary school students in Chemistry. It equally revealed that the relationship between test anxiety scores and academic achievement scores of secondary school students in Chemistry in Ogidi Education Zone is a moderate negative relationship (r= -0.513). This means that students with higher test anxiety tend to perform less well academically in Chemistry, while students with lower test anxiety generally perform better. Based on the findings it was recommended amongst others that teachers should incorporate student-centered instructional methods, such as inquiry-based learning, problem-solving approaches, and hands-on laboratory activities, to spark students' interest in Chemistry. Schools should organize workshops and training sessions aimed at helping students manage test anxiety. Techniques such as mindfulness, relaxation exercises, and effective study habits should be taught to equip students with skills to handle the pressure of assessments and examinations effectively

Spatial Resilience and Institutional Adaptation: Assessing the Role of Local Inter-Faith Forums in Regional Social Stability

Sri Haryaningsih — 2025-01-10

Urban and regional planning literature increasingly recognizes that territorial resilience relies not only on physical infrastructure but also on the adaptive capacity of local social institutions. In multi-faith, rapidly urbanizing regions, social friction often exhibits distinct geographical patterns, making institutional spatial awareness critical for maintaining peace. This study evaluates how local inter-faith forums adapt institutionally and spatially to safeguard regional social stability. Utilizing a qualitative research design rooted in Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA), data were gathered through semi-structured interviews (n=24) and three Focus Group Discussions with community leaders, regional administrators, and peace advocates. Analyzed via NVivo, the findings reveal that successful conflict mitigation depends on "spatial localization" the ability of formal institutions to deploy informal, localized networks directly into high-friction zones. The study demonstrates that institutional adaptation transforms static bureaucratic organizations into agile, spatially resilient networks capable of neutralizing socioeconomic and territorial disputes before they escalate. These insights provide a scalable collaborative governance framework for territorial planners and public administrators facing complex demographic shifts in emerging economies.

The Role of the Library in Enhancing the Information Literacy of Students at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri 1 Medan

Winda Listiyani — 2026-07-24

This study aims to determine the role of the library in improving students' information literacy at State Islamic Senior High School (MAN) 1 Medan and to identify the benefits students obtain from various information literacy services and programs organized by the library. The study uses a descriptive method with a quantitative approach. The study population was all 500 students of class XII of MAN 1 Medan, while the research sample was 83 respondents determined using incidental sampling techniques based on the Slovin formula. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation, questionnaire distribution, and documentation studies, while the data were analyzed using descriptive statistics in the form of frequency distribution and percentages. The results of the study indicate that the role of the library in improving students' information literacy is in the good category with an average value of 3.18. Various efforts made by the library, such as providing information services, collections that suit user needs, library education, information search guidance, and the use of online catalogs (OPAC), have made a positive contribution to students' abilities in finding, selecting, evaluating, organizing, and utilizing information effectively. In addition, the benefits felt by students from the implementation of the information literacy program also obtained an average value of 3.18 with a good category, which indicates that the library is able to support the fulfillment of students' information needs while supporting the learning process in the madrasah environment. Thus, the MAN 1 Medan library has played an optimal role as a center for learning resources and a center for information literacy, so it is necessary to continue to develop more innovative and sustainable services, collections, and literacy programs to improve the quality of students' information literacy in the digital era.

Implementation of Pai Extracurricular Lessons in Developing Students' Soft Skills at Tunas Harapan Private Vocational School, Batang Serang, Langkat Regency

M. Ikhzan Rafit Manurung — 2026-07-25

The purpose of this study is to determine the PAI extracurricular program in developing students' soft skills at Tunas Harapan Batang Serangan Private Vocational School, the activeness of students in PAI extracurricular activities at the school, and what factors hinder the effectiveness of PAI extracurricular implementation in developing students' soft skills at Tunas Harapan Batang Serangan Private Vocational School. This study uses a qualitative method with a qualitative descriptive approach and empirical methods. Data collection techniques used in this study are interviews, observations and documentation studies. Data validity techniques used are credibility, transferability, dependability, confirmability. After the data was analyzed, the results of the study showed that the activities of the Tunas Harapan Private Vocational School Extracurricular Program, Langkat Regency, were in the form of reading the Qur'an and interpreting it in the activity, kultum, PHBI commemoration and annual Ramadan events such as breaking the fast together and tadarus in congregation and providing takjil. This Extracurricular Program has quite good activity because each class is required to send its delegates to participate in this extracurricular so that its activity is maintained well and continues to cycle. The most obvious obstacle experienced by teachers implementing extracurricular programs to develop soft skills is the inherently demanding nature of vocational school students, and the reluctance of many to engage in the program. Consequently, these obstacles sometimes disrupt participation and reduce activeness.

The Influence of Smart Cube Media on Beginning Writing Skills of First Grade Students of MIS Maura El Mumtaz

Nopita Ramadhani — 2026-08-03

This study aims to determine the effect of using Smart Cube media on improving the basic writing skills of first-grade students at MIS Maura El-Mumtaz. This study uses a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design. The research sample consisted of 58 students. Data analysis techniques include normality tests, paired samples correlation tests, and t-tests. The results of the paired samples t-test showed a significant difference between the pretest (7.7414) and posttest (9.1724) scores, with a t-value of -5.844 and a p-value of 0.000 <0.05. This proves that the use of Smart Cube media has a significant effect on improving students' basic writing skills. Although the correlation between pretest and posttest scores is relatively low (0.139), the effectiveness of the media is still statistically proven. Therefore, Smart Cube media can be used as an innovative learning alternative in improving the early literacy skills of elementary school students.

Analysis of Height in Children with and Without Malaria in the Malaria Endemic Area of Kualuh Leidong District

Rafli Alfindo — 2026-08-03

Malaria is an infectious disease that remains a public health problem, especially in tropical regions such as Indonesia. Children living in malaria-endemic areas are highly susceptible to growth disorders, including stunting. One indicator of growth disorders is height that is not appropriate for age. Repeated malaria infections are known to disrupt the linear growth process of children through various mechanisms such as chronic inflammation, anemia, and nutrient malabsorption. Objective: This study aims to analyze the relationship between malaria infection status and height in children in malaria-endemic areas in Kualuh Leidong District. Method: This study used an observational analytical design with a case-control approach. The number of respondents was 134 children who were divided equally into two groups: children who had been infected with malaria and those who had not. Height data were categorized based on WHO standards into three groups: normal, short, and very short. Bivariate analysis was performed using the Chi-Square test with a significance level of 5%. Results: Most children who were not infected with malaria had normal height (95.5%), while children who had been infected with malaria were dominated by the short (31.3%) and very short (50.7%) groups. Chi-square test results showed a highly significant relationship between malaria infection status and child height (p < 0.001). Conclusion: Malaria infection significantly affects child height in endemic areas. Children infected with malaria are more likely to experience stunting. This study demonstrates the importance of simultaneous nutritional interventions and malaria prevention to prevent child growth disorders.

The Effect of Aerobic Exercise on Stress Levels in Drug Rehabilitation Patients at the Medan Plus Foundation

Ali Akbar Ridwan — 2026-08-03

Stress is one of the main factors that can worsen the psychological condition of NAPZA (Narcotics, Psychotropics, and Addictive Substances) rehabilitation patients. One potential non-pharmacological intervention in reducing stress levels is physical activity such as aerobic exercise, which is known to increase endorphin production and improve mood. Objective: This study aims to determine the effect of aerobic exercise on stress levels in NAPZA rehabilitation patients at the Medan Plus Foundation. Method: This study used a pre-experimental one group pretest-posttest design. A total of 30 NAPZA rehabilitation patients participated in an aerobic exercise intervention for 4 weeks, each with 3 sessions per week, lasting 30 minutes per session. Stress levels were measured using the DASS questionnaire before and after the intervention. Data analysis was performed using paired Wilcoxon tests using SPSS version 26 software. Results: The results showed a significant decrease in stress levels after the intervention (p < 0.001). Before aerobic exercise, 66.66% of respondents were in the high stress category, and after the intervention, this figure decreased to 6.66%. Conversely, the number of patients with mild stress increased from 33.33% to 93.33% after the intervention. Conclusion: Aerobic exercise has been proven effective in reducing stress levels in drug rehabilitation patients. These findings indicate a recommendation for rehabilitation institutions to include aerobic exercise as part of their therapy program.

The Effect of Guava Leaf Extract (Psidium Guajava Linn) on Wound Healing Time in Mice Induced with Cut Wounds

Ladywa Agansa — 2026-08-03

Guava leaves (Psidium guajava Linn) contain flavonoids, tannins, saponins, and polyphenols that have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial activities, thus potentially accelerating the wound healing process. This study aims to evaluate the topical effects of guava leaf extract on the healing time of incision wounds in Rattus norvegicus rats. The research method used a laboratory experimental design by administering guava leaf extract to the treatment group and a comparison control. Parameters observed included wound closure time, fibroblast proliferation, collagen deposition, re-epithelialization, neovascularization, and the level of inflammation through histological examination. The results showed that administration of guava leaf extract was able to accelerate wound healing compared to the control group, characterized by faster wound closure, increased fibroblast numbers, better collagen formation, and reduced inflammation. In conclusion, guava leaf extract has the potential to be an effective natural therapy in accelerating the wound healing process, although further research regarding optimal dosage and clinical trials are still needed.

The Effect of the Literacy-Based Learning Model on Reading Ability in Grade III Students of MIS Shafiratunisa

Adinda Dwika — 2026-08-03

This research is motivated by the low reading ability of third grade students of MIS Shafiratunnisa in understanding the content of reading, identifying important information, and concluding texts, as well as the dominance of conventional methods in the learning process. This study aims to determine students' reading abilities before and after the implementation of the Literacy-Based Learning model and prove its effect on improving students' reading abilities. This study uses a quantitative approach with a One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The research subjects. A total of 15 students were selected through a total sampling technique. The research instrument was in the form of 10 essay questions that had been validated by material experts. Data were analyzed using the Paired Sample T Test with the help of SPSS 25. The results showed an increase in the average value from 64.00 in the pretest to 80.33 in the posttest, with a difference in increase of 16.33 points. The data were declared normally distributed based on the Shapiro-Wilk test (Sig. pretest = 0.109; Sig. posttest = 0.190). The results of the Paired Sample T-Test showed a Sig. (2-tailed) = 0.000 < 0.05, so H₀ is rejected and Hₐaccepted. It was concluded that the Literacy-Based Learning model had a significant effect on the reading ability of third-grade students at MIS Shafiratunnisa.