IJCAR: Indonesian Journal of Classroom Action Research

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Mathematics Education in Higher Education: A Literature Review

2025-06-30T10:16:35+07:00

The digital transformation in higher education demands innovative, adaptive, and technology-driven learning approaches. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a key technology with significant contributions to mathematics education at the tertiary level. This article aims to explore the role, effectiveness, and challenges of AI implementation in mathematics learning through a systematic literature review of 25 scholarly articles published between 2019 and 2024. The findings reveal that AI applications—such as adaptive learning systems, educational chatbots, predictive analytics, and AR/VR-based visualizations—enhance conceptual understanding, student engagement, and learning efficiency. However, integration of AI in mathematics education still faces several obstacles, including infrastructure limitations, educators’ readiness, and ethical concerns regarding data privacy. This review recommends strategic actions such as enhancing digital literacy for lecturers and students, investing in digital infrastructure, and developing ethical frameworks to support AI-driven learning environments. Overall, AI has the potential to transform mathematics education in higher education into a more adaptive, inclusive, and sustainable process in the digital era.

Development of Technology-Based Islamic Religious Education Media and Learning Resources

2024-12-11T12:09:42+07:00

This study aims to analyze the professional competency needs of elementary school teachers in Yogyakarta. Using the Literature Study method, this study collects data from various literatures related to the development of teacher professional competencies, as well as an analysis of the priority competency needs index among elementary school teachers. The results of the study indicate that the development of information technology can be utilized to support more interactive and dynamic teaching in Islamic religious education, which has been proven to increase student engagement and understanding. Application-based learning technology, online platforms, and other digital media enable more equitable and relevant access to religious education for the younger generation. With the integration of technology, Islamic religious education is expected to be more interesting and effective in achieving learning objectives in the digital era.

Boosting English Proficiency Through Educaplay Games: Classroom Action Research Approach to Interactive Learning

2025-04-09T15:37:37+07:00

This research explores the effectiveness of Educaplay, an interactive digital platform, in enhancing English proficiency among 7th-grade students at SMP IPK Muhammadiyah Delanggu, specifically in the topic of describing people, under the Merdeka Curriculum. The study employed a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach, involving 28 students over two learning cycles. Key areas of focus included vocabulary acquisition, grammar proficiency, and student engagement. Results indicated a 22% improvement in vocabulary acquisition and a 15% increase in grammar skills. Additionally, student engagement and participation rates rose from 68% in the first cycle to 90% in the second. Qualitative data from classroom observations, student feedback, and teacher interviews further supported the positive impact of Educaplay on classroom dynamics, collaborative learning, and motivation. These findings highlight the potential of gamified learning tools to foster an engaging, student-centered learning environment that aligns with modern curriculum standards. The study concludes by recommending broader adoption of digital platforms in language education to support interactive and effective learning experiences.

Implementation of Small Groups for Spiritual Development and Values Formation among Students in a Private School

2024-12-19T10:28:53+07:00

This research implemented small groups in the spiritual development and values formation of Grade 6 students at Unida Christian Colleges. The research examined its efficacy and aimed to fill a research gap in children’s spirituality by acknowledging the Grade 6 students' critical developmental phase and the significance of molding their spirituality and moral values. Employing the principles of Transformative Learning Theory, a four-week small group program was implemented, involving the students in conversations and tasks focused on their spiritual development and values formation that are relevant to their day-to-day lives. The results revealed a significant improvement in the students' perspectives on spiritual development and values formation following engagement in small group activities. By conducting a qualitative analysis, various themes such as spiritual growth through shared experiences, positive class relationships, practical application of biblical teachings, and strengthened faith were recognized, highlighting the transformative influence of small groups. The findings highlight the effectiveness of small group interventions in fostering spirituality, building positive peer connections, and instilling core values for holistic development among Grade 6 students. This study provides valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and Christian educational institutions, advocating for the implementation of small group activities in academic frameworks to promote students' spiritual and moral well-being.

Rethinking Literature Reviews: Key Pitfalls and Strategies for Postgraduates

2025-06-30T10:20:54+07:00

The literature review was a fundamental component of postgraduate research, but it was often misinterpreted and underused as a vital tool for critical analysis. This study explored common pitfalls encountered by postgraduate students in constructing literature reviews, including over-reliance on descriptive summaries, thematic fragmentation, outdated sourcing, and insufficient synthesis across studies. Through a qualitative content analysis of peer-reviewed guidelines and academic writing literature, key themes emerged that emphasised the importance of thematic organisation, critical engagement with current and high-quality sources, explicit identification of knowledge gaps, and consistent alignment with research questions. The findings highlighted the need to integrate conceptual and theoretical frameworks as intellectual scaffolding and to promote reflexivity to enhance scholarly rigour. This study offered practical recommendations for postgraduate researchers to transform the literature review from a mere summary into a compelling, theory-informed argument that effectively justified the relevance and originality of their research.