The Effect of Using Small Group Discussions Through Zoom Breakout Room to Increase the Frequency of Individual Speaking Participation in the Speaking Courses

The purpose of this study is to determine whether the small group discussion method via breakout room zoom may boost student individual engagement in order for them to be more active and confident in learning speaking. This research study used a qualitative method with applied video analysis and questioners' perceptions of students as instruments. The findings found 17 active participants in the observation speaking class and 35 participants preferred small group discussions using the breakout room zoom application, with the majority preferring small group discussions because it helped them to be more active and confident. This method can also boost their confidence for more active participation for individual speaking in class, and they believe that small group discussions via breakout room zoom are the most effective way to deal with a pandemic.

Peer Leading Small Group Discussion During COVID-19

Peer-led workshops in General Chemistry at the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) were affected by COVID-19 restrictions during the 2020-2021 academic year. Most Peer-Led Team Learning (PLTL) workshops were conducted in person, but with the difference that protocols of distancing had to be observed, and a few were conducted online, so adjustments were necessary to prepare Peer Leaders to conduct their workshops in both types of settings. The facets of the modified PLTL program were supported by the online preparation for facilitation and chemistry content The results of an examination of critical incidents (Brookfield, 1995) are shared here. This qualitative examination of Peer Leaders’ experiences was undertaken because of its exploration of formative events. Through the responses to several rounds of questions about their experiences, Peer Leaders acknowledged the reality of dealing with Covid-19 restrictions as well as their preparation via a weekly online seminar. This paper, co-authored with Peer Leaders, examines the process of online training and facilitating workshops during the Fall 2020 and Spring 2021 semesters at UTPB.

Learning Arabic for Beginners: Role-Based Small Group Discussion Cooperative Learning

This study examines the innovation of learning strategies through Cooperative Learning by using Role-based Small Group Discussion. The purpose of this study is to reveal indicators that influence the success of learning through cooperative learning using Role-based Small Group Discussion. This study uses a qualitative method with the implementation of structured interviews and questionnaires, the use of this data collection method is carried out to reveal the views of the participants honestly. Respondents who became participants were students who came from public schools without any experience in learning Arabic. The results obtained were found indicators in the use of Role-based Small Group Discussion, namely attitudes, abilities, and usefulness of the method.

PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER KEPEMIMPINAN PANCASILA DI POLITEKNIK PELAYARAN SORONG (Suatu Telaah Pada Mata Kuliah Pendidikan Pancasila)

Pentingnya pembentukan karakter Pancasila di perguruan tinggi. Fokus penelitian ini mengenai tentang mata kuliah Pendidikan Pancasila sebagai salah satu upaya dalam pembentukan karakter kepemimpinan Pancasila pada mahasiswa di Politeknik Pelayaran Sorong. Pentingnya karakter kepemimpinan pancasila ditanamkan kepada mahasiswa agar nilai-nilai Pancasila menjadi barometer kepemimpinan ideal bagi mereka yang kelak akan menjadi seorang pemimpin di bidang profesinya masing-masing. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan sumber data maupun hasil penelitian dalam bentuk kepustakaan (library research) berupa deskripsi kata-kata. Adapun objek dalam penelitian ini adalah perangkat pembelajaran mata kuliah Pendidikan Pancasila seperti RPS dan buku ajar. Hasil penelitian mengungkapkan pembentukan karakter kepemimpinan Pancasila dalam matakuliah Pendidikan Pancasila dapat ditinjau dari RPSnya terlihat capaian pembelajaran matakuliah pendidikan Pancasila menekankan mahasiswa memiliki sifat religius, kemanusiaan, cinta tanah air, serta mampu bertanggungjawab atas pencapaian hasil kerja kelompok dan melakukan supervisi dan evaluasi terhadap penyelesaian pekerjaan yang ditugaskan kepada pekerja yang berada di bawah tanggungjawabnya. Didukung buku ajar dan metode small group discussion dan studi kasus dengan keuntungan mahasiswa tidak hanya memperoleh pengetahuan dan keterampilan yang berkaitan dengan bidang keahliannya saja, tetapi juga berkembang keterampilan komunikasi, inisiatif, bekerja dalam kelompok, berbagi informasi, dan penghargaan terhadap orang lain adalah nilai-nilai karakter kepemimpinan Pancasila yang ideal bagi mahasiswa.

PENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN GURU DALAM MELAKSANAKAN PENILAIAN AUTENTIK MELALUI SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION

Buku ini merupakan karya tulis peneliti yang mengemban tugas sebagai Pengawas MTs dan MA di Kantor Kementerian Agama Kota Tegaldalam pengawasannya terhadap guru-guru mitra kerjanya. Karya tulis dalam bentuk Penelitian Tindakan Kepengawasan ditujukan untuk membantu guru agar memiliki kemampuan melakukan penilaian autentik. Kemampuan penilaian autentik melalui observasi, monitoring dan evaluasi serta bimbingan terhadap guru dengan pendekatan small group discussion, harapannya agar kesulitan dan tantangan yang berakibat pada rendahnya hasil pembelajaran teratasi secara tuntas. Penulis berkeyakinan, dengan menerapkan penelitian tindakan kepengawasan, maka permasalahan dalam melaksanakan penilaian autentik dapat diatasi tidak hanya secara tepat tetapi dengan menggunakan pendekatan keilmuan yang dapat dipertanggungjawabkan berdasarkan kaidah-kaidah keilmuwan pula. Hal ini mengandung arti bahwa pengawas tidak hanya melakukan tindakan kepengawasan secara professional, tetapi berusaha mengembangkan profesionalitas terhadap guru-guru yang menjadi mitra kerjanya dengan menggunakan pendekatan small group discussion.

NIA Division of Behavioral and Social Research

Dr. Nielsen will discuss research priorities for the Division of Behavioral and Social Research. Dr. Nielsen will also be available for small group discussion.

NIA Office of Special Populations

Dr. Jones will discuss the work of the NIA Office of Special Populations. Dr. Jones will also be available for small group discussion.

NIA Division of Neuroscience

Dr. Masliah will discuss research priorities for the Division of Neuroscience. Dr. Masliah will also be available for small group discussion.

NIA Division of Geriatrics and Clinical Gerontology

Dr. Hadley will discuss research priorities for the Division of Geriatrics and Clinical Gerontology. Dr. Hadley will also be available for small group discussion.

NIA Division of Aging Biology

Dr. Kohanski will discuss research priorities for the Division of Aging Biology. Dr. Kohanski will also be available for small group discussion.