Indonesian Journal of Learning Education and Counseling

Innovative Teaching Approaches for Improving Students’ Understanding of Map Work by Teachers in South African Schools

Nana Yaw Brenya Agyeman — 2025-08-28

Despite the efforts of government and education authorities to reform the geography curriculum in order to enhance mapwork teaching and learning, students continue to underperform. The underperformance of students in mapwork remains a major concern for educational authorities, schools, and parents. This study aims to explore innovative instructional approaches used to foster the teaching and learning of mapwork as well as enhance students' understanding of it. A qualitative approach and a case study were used to explore innovative strategies for teaching mapwork. A purposive sample of eight teachers was selected because they had vast experience in teaching geography. Semi-structured interviews were used to collect data. Data was analysed, and themes that emerged from the data were identified. Findings revealed that students struggle to understand mapwork due to an overreliance on traditional methods of instruction. Most teachers struggle to use innovative teaching approaches because of a lack of appropriate resources and online tools to provide practical experiences for students. For mapwork to be effective, schools must provide the necessary resources to improve mapwork instruction and learning and promote a supportive environment. This study contributes to the awareness of the need for schools and teachers to adapt to innovative instructional practices to enhance students' understanding of mapwork. The study recommends that schools provide resources that can assist teachers in effectively facilitating teaching and learning. In addition, teachers should endeavour to use innovative teaching methods.

The Impact of Blended Learning Models on Arab EFL Learners

Mohamed Elboussairi Salih Elhaj Mohamed Barkaoui — 2025-08-28

This review examines the impact of blended learning models (BLMs), particularly flipped classrooms and online assignments, on Arab students learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL). It explores how these approaches influence motivation, engagement, and language proficiency within the unique educational and cultural context of the Arab world. The study employs a content analysis methodology, systematically analyzing empirical studies from reputable academic databases to identify key themes, patterns, and trends related to the effectiveness of BLMs. Through coding and thematic categorization, the analysis provides a structured understanding of how these models shape EFL learning outcomes.

Theoretical foundations such as constructivism and connectivism underpin the study, emphasizing active learner engagement and digital access in the learning process. While BLMs offer benefits such as improved language skills and increased learner autonomy, challenges related to technological accessibility and cultural relevance persist. The review underscores the need for further research to refine and optimize BLM strategies for Arab EFL learners, focusing on overcoming barriers and adapting content to local educational needs

Building Emotional Regulation and Self-Efficacy: The Role of Reality Counseling in Strengthening Resilience in Children from Broken Homes

Sri Rezeqi Amaliah — 2025-08-28

Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui; 1) gambaran resiliensi anak broken home, 2) faktor penyebab resiliensi anak broken home, 3) dampak resiliensi anak broken home, 4) penanganan resiliensi anak broken home. Pendekatan penelitian yang digunakan yaitu pendekatan kualitatif jenis studi kasus. Teknik analisis data yaitu reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa; 1) Siswa FWR memiliki resiliensi menengah yang ditandai dengan kemampuan regulasi emosi yang rendah dan self efficacy yang rendah. 2) Faktor penyebab FWR memiliki resiliensi menengah berasal dari faktor internal I am. FWR menunjukkan rasa kurang percaya diri pada kemampaun yang dimiliki dan sifat pemalu. Sehingga itu juga memengaruhi cara dia berinteraksi dengan orang lain dan sulit untuk mengatasi masalahnya sendiri. (3) Dampak dari resiliensi menengah FWR yaitu sifatnya kurang terbuka. Subjek FWR tidak mudah bercerita dengan orang lain, sehingga ia memilih untuk diam dan memendam masalahnya sendiri. (4) Penanganan resiliensi menengah pada FWR menggunakan konseling realita teknik WDEP. Tujuan pemberian konseling realita untuk meningkatkan resiliensi menengah yang dimilikinya. Setelah diberikan perlakuan, subjek FWR secara perlahan dapat menerapkan tindakan dan perencanaan yang telah dibuat untuk menggapai tujuannya serta memenuhi kebutuhannya.

The Entrepreneurship, Socioeconomic Factors, and Motivation in Project-Based Learning Success: The Mediating Role of Self-Efficacy

Romauli Nainggolan — 2025-08-28

Project-based learning has become one of the most favored learning methods in schools and universities. Therefore, it is important to examine how impactful this method is from the perspective of students' learning experiences. Project-based learning involves many students in interactive activities that affect them both individually and in groups. This research is a quantitative study aimed at examining the role of socio-economic factors, entrepreneurship, and student learning motivation on the success of project-based learning in the International Business course, mediated by the variable of self-efficacy. The analysis technique used is Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). The population consists of Management students who are taking courses using project-based learning. Data was collected through questionnaires distributed to 270 student respondents. The tool used was SEM-PLS. The findings of this study reveal three interesting points. First, learning motivation has a positive effect on self-efficacy. Second, self-efficacy influences the success of project-based learning. Third, student learning motivation impacts the success of project-based learning through the mediation of self-efficacy. This means that the higher the learning motivation, the greater its effect on learning outcomes. It is important for lecturers to provide motivational support to students in order to achieve learning objectives.

Enhancing Students' Courtesy Through Group Counseling: The Role of Role-Playing Techniques

Mutia Mahmudah — 2025-09-25

This study explains and describes how effective group counseling using role-playing techniques is in significantly improving courtesy attitudes for students, and provides a solution to the problematic gap in character education research. This research uses a quantitative approach with a pre-experiment method, one of which is the design used with One Group Pre-Test and Post-Test Design. The research sample was taken from class VIII Mts Riyadlatul Fallah consisting of 10 students selected through purposive sampling, based on the low level of politeness. Data were collected using politeness questionnaire and analysed using Wilcoxon test in SPSS v22. The results showed a significant increase in students' politeness scores, from a pre-test average of 60.7 to a post-test average of 78.1 (p < 0.05). This shows that group counselling with role-playing techniques is effective in improving students' politeness. This study suggests that role-playing techniques can be further used in group counselling services to encourage students' character development at school.

Analysis of the Need for Developing Teaching Books on Guidance and Counseling based on Project-Based Learning (PjBL) and Case Studies

Suciani Latif — 2025-10-08

The aim of this research is to analyze the need for developing teaching materials for Guidance and Learning Counseling (BKB) courses based on Project-Based Learning (PjBL) and case studies. This research uses a quantitative approach with a survey method. The research respondents were 188 students from education study programs who took the Guidance and Study Counseling course. Data was collected through a needs questionnaire that measured student assessments of various textbook components and learning methods. The data was analyzed using descriptive quantitative to find the average value for each item/statement regarding the components of the BK Belajar textbook material. The results of the quantitative analysis show that students have a high assessment of components that are relevant to the real world, chapter summaries, practice questions, and multimedia elements such as videos and visuals. Passive learning components such as “effective lectures” were rated low. These findings strongly validate the urgency of developing innovative PjBL-based textbooks and case studies to increase students' understanding, motivation and practical skills, while making a significant contribution to improving the quality of education in the field of guidance and counseling.

Development and Validation of an Augmented Reality-Based Career Card Game for Student Career Guidance

Syahira Syahira — 2025-09-28

This study aims to develop and evaluate augmented reality-based career card games as a career information tool for high school students. The research method uses a modified Borg & Gall research and development model, with stages including needs analysis, product design, expert validation, and practicality testing. Data were obtained through questionnaires and interviews, then analyzed descriptively and quantitatively. The results showed that students need career guidance media that is more interesting, interactive, and technology-based. The AR Career Explorer product was declared highly valid and practical by experts, guidance counselors, and students. The novelty of this study lies in the integration of Holland's theory with AR technology in the form of a card game, which has not been found in previous studies. This media is suitable for use as an innovative alternative to improve career information services in high schools.