Abstract: Raven's Advanced Progressive Matrices (APM) test is a leading global non-verbal measure of mental ability, helping to identify individuals with advanced observation and clear thinking skills who can handle rigorous study programmes as well as the complexity and ambiguity of the modern workplace. A standardization sample of 2100 in Nigeria was randomly drawn to answer six research questions. Triangulation research design, adopting classical test theory (CTT) guided the study. The APM scale is now standardized with norms and other statistical parameters for local use in Nigeria. APM had a split half reliability of 0.89. The Kuder-Richardson KR20 internal consistency reliability of  the APM scale in Nigeria is 0.93 and KR21 is 0.91. The construct cum concurrent validity of APM using culture fair intelligence test (CFIT) as criterion reference is 0.701 in Nigeria. The APM test is bias-free and very suitable for use in Nigeria.

Abstract:  This study sought to investigate the factors influencing enrolment of learners with disabilities in primary schools with inclusive education in Nandi South district, Kenya. The study used a conceptual framework showing factors influencing enrolment in special needs education institutions such as finance, physical facilities and instructional material, teacher preparedness and curriculum relevancy. Objectives of the study were: to determine how physical facilities in institutions in Nandi South District are structured to accommodate learners with special needs;  to determine how sufficient were teaching and learning resources for learners with disability in Nandi South; to determine preparedness of teachers to handle learners with disability in Nandi South; to determine how the available curriculum in institutions was relevant for learners with special needs; to determine adequacy of available funds in financing special needs education. The study used an ex-post facto research design and data was gathered using two questionnaires for head teachers and teachers. The sample consisted of 44 head teachers and 306 class teachers. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics supported by tables, graphs, frequency, distribution and percentages. The same data was also analyzed using statistical package for social science (SPSS). It was found out that the factors under investigation influenced enrolment of learners with disability. Notably, there was a decrease in enrolment because most of the facilities were not structured to accommodate learners with disability; Secondly, though limited and delayed ,funds were availed to schools and basic requirements like exercise books, chalk and exam material were adequate in virtually all the schools. Other challenges included insufficient, inconsistent and delayed funding which affects planning of school, lack of adequate trained staff teaching and learning materials and physical facilities to match the increased learning enrolment was noted to be very low hence needed to be addressed. Therefore it was observed that all the education stakeholders should work together to address these problems. The recommendations were that government should allocate more funds, the physical facilities need to be structured, TSC should recruit more trained teachers and the curriculum should be structured.

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to analyse the progress throughout a year of therapy of an eight-year old girl suffering from several speech disorders or speech associated disorders such as dyslalia, stuttering, dyslexia and dysgraphia. As it often happens for teachers to have children with special needs in their classes, the present study can offer those who lack qualifications or experience a few guidelines to follow in order to help them integrate these children into their learning process. Aspects like speech, memory, attention, thinking and affectivity were taken into consideration, but the priority was the achievement of a psychical balance so as to increase the subject’s trust in her own abilities.

Abstract: This statistics plays a vital role when conducting research particularly in analysing data. However, the anxiety in learning statistics has become one of the obstacles in understanding its fundamental concepts.  The aim of this study is to validate the Statistical Anxiety Rating Scale (STARS) using Confirmatory Factor Analysis among graduate students. 246 graduate students from four different local universities were required to fill up 51 items of STARS using 5 point Likert Scale. These students are enrolled in graduate studies of various specializations particularly in education field. The Confirmatory Factor Analysis was used to determine psychometric characteristics through using fit index tests like TLI, CFI, GFI, NFI and RMSEA. The finding reveals that the CFA measurement model fits with the collected data.

Abstract: This study aims to determine what are the difficulties faced by students and to determine the completeness of each indicator of students' problem-solving abilities. This research is qualitative descriptive study. The study was conducted on students of class IX-A junior Ar-Rahman Percut by totaling 29 people. The research result shows that the number of students who achieve completely at problem solving ability in first indicator is 48.28% (14 of 29 students), the second indicator is 17.24% (5 of 29 students), the third indicator is 6.9% (2 of 29 students) and the fourth indicator was 6.9% (2 of 29 students).Based on analysis of the responses of the students then obtained one of the difficulties faced by students is that students are still difficult to understand the problem in the form of a story or words that are hard to mention the information given to the question and it is hard in changing the form of matter into a mathematical model.
Keywords: Analysis, Mathematical Problem Solving Ability.
Title: ANALYSIS OF STUDENTS’ MATHEMATICAL PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY IN IX GRADE AT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL AR-RAHMAN PERCUT
Author: Ihsan Fuadi, Ani Minarni, Humuntal Banjarnahor
ISSN 2394-9686
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Abstract: The purpose of this study is to develop composite indicators of Teaching Talent (TT) for teacher trainees students, and verify the fit of the indicators with empirical data. There are three stages to be taken in this study, namely stage (1) the validity and reliability of item test by Cronbach's Alpha, (2) construct validity test by exploratory factor analysis, and (3)  construct validity test by first order confirmatory factor analysis. The data gathering in the year 2015 were collect to the research samples by proportional random sampling, 131 units answer Buckingham & Clifton’s rating scale (9 scale of questionnaire), but only 117 units that answer completely information were used for analysis by the first order confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). The research results shown that, composite indicator from development consisted of 4 main components and 16 indicators were fitted with the empirical data, determined from the Chi-square values = 133.43, and not statistical significance (p = 0.97223) at zero degrees of freedom (df = 98) indicated that model not different from the empirical data. In addition found the relative Chi-square was 1.36, GFI = 0.97, AGFI = 0.93, RMSEA = 0.05, CFI = 0.92, and Q-plot curve steeper than the diagonal, indicated that composite indicators model not different from the empirical data.
Keywords: composite indicators, scaling method, teaching talents, prospectives teacher.
Title: A First Order Confirmatory Factor Analysis of Composite Indicators of Teaching Talent for Teacher Trainees Students
Author: Mutrofin, Muhtadi Irvan
ISSN 2394-9686
International Journal of Novel Research in Education and Learning
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Abstract: One of the relevant strategies to improve students' mathematical problem solving is problem-based learning model. Problem based learning has a positive effect on the improvement of students' mathematical problem solving ability. This study aims to determine the increase in mathematical problem solving ability of students taught with problem-based learning model is better than the increase in mathematical problem solving ability of students taught by conventional teaching. Research conducted in the form of quantitative research with experimental approach to true experimental designrandomized control group pretest-posttest. The research sample was determined by random technique that became the experimental class (VII7) and the control class (VII8). The test results of quantitative data shows that the normal distribution of data, which can be analyzed by statistical one sample t-test at α = 0. 05 significances, based on data analysis of N-Gain score of mathematical problem solving ability obtain t_calculated= 3. 7 dan t_tabel = 1. 67 ort_calcuate>t_tabelis 3. 7 > 1. 67, it means that H0is rejected and consequently H1 is accepted.  From the results of this study concluded that the increase in mathematical problem solving ability of students who received application of problem-based learning model is better than students who received conventional learning the material opportunities.

Abstract:This study aimed to analyze the students' mathematical problem solving ability of class VIII-2 SMP Negeri 3 BilahHuluLabuhanBatuon linear equations and inequalities of one variable's material. The research instrument used a test. This type of research is qualitative descriptive. The subjects were students of class VIII-2 BilahHuluLabuhanBatu2016/2017 academic year which amounted to 31 people. Based on the results of research conducted, shows the percentage of students' ability to understand the problem reached 87.10% and in the excellent category, the percentage of problem-solving ability of students to plan and 40.32% in the unfavorable category, the percentage of the student's ability to solve the problem according to plan 21.19% and classified in very less, the percentage of the student's ability to re-examine the results obtained 48.39% and in the unfavorable category, while the average percentage reached 49.25% and in the unfavorable category.
Keywords:Mathematical Problem Solving Ability.
Title: Analysis Mathematical Problem Solving Skills of Student of the Grade VIII-2 Junior High School Bilah Hulu Labuhan Batu
Author: Jumaita NoprianiLubis, Asmin Panjaitan, Edy Surya, Edi Syahputra
ISSN 2394-9686
International Journal of Novel Research in Education and Learning
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Abstract: The research aims to find out the increase of student learning outcomes on the subject of algebra operation after the implementation of quantum teaching model. Quantum teaching is the converting the kind of interaction into the light which occurs at the lerning activities. The subject matter in Quantum teaching is associated with the general student experience so the learning not abstract anymore, it is the point cause quantum teaching be the effective and efficient learning model. The kind of research is classroom action research, that is the research be intended for the share information how the great action for increasing student learning outcomes. The research was done in SMP Negeri 1 Setia Janji in academic year 2011/2012 exactly on the 38 students class VIIIC. The object in this research is application of quantum teaching learning model for increase the student learning outcomes on algebraic operations. Based on analysis of data at cycle I and cycle II, we can conclude that there is an increase student learning outcomes in study algebraic operations by using quantum teaching learning model.

Abstract: This analysis aims ti know the students’ comprehension ability in finishing Mathematic question in recital form. This analysis uses qualitative approach and two instruments named test and interview. The subject of this study is the students of VII-C Grade YPI DHARMA BUDI Junior High School Sidamanik, Simalungun containts of 30 students. The choice of the study is based on the students who have the difficulty in finishing the recital question. The result of analysis stated that indicator achevement persentation, I,II, and III indicators is 10 % from a whole 30 students. From the data based on the students’ answer analysis and interview, the researcher conclude that students’ mathematic representation ability that was done by VII-C Grade of YPI Dharma Budi Junior High School Sidamanik, Simalungun in finishing the recital question of mathematic is still low.

Abstract: Legal English language is a specialized kind of language used by such people as, lawyers, judges, and others who need to use such language among themselves for professional needs for oral or written communication. However, legal English is not only for professionals within the field of law. Many laymen find themselves facing the use of legal English many times in their lives, when they take part in social and legal acts; understanding of legal text becomes a necessity. Legal language, the way we know it today, has gone through centuries of development and has been shaped by many internal and external forces. This paper looks at the past and present of legal English.

Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to develop a sense of awareness of the problems that may occur in the classroom during the teaching-learning process. This sort of analysis may help teachers gain a different understanding of the language used in the classroom, of the kind of interaction they generate and of the changes the interaction produces on student participation and learning. Systematic observation of the classroom may help us draw conclusions which, in turn, will lead to changes in our teaching with the purpose of improving the process on the whole. Issues such as interaction in the classroom, the balance between teacher’s talking time and students’ talking time, making the input comprehensible for the students, the effects of anxiety on student response and participation are taken into consideration throughout the entire study.

Abstract: The purpose of the study was to explore influence of Education Assessment and Research Centres (EARC) on Functional and Educational Assessment in Implementation of inclusive education in Public Primary Schools in Kisumu County. Objectives were to explore policy issues guiding EARC on functional and educational assessment in the devolved system, determine EARC staff ability to undertake functional and educational assessment to all categories of learners, establish EARC perception on field officers in implementation of functional and educational assessment and inclusive education and establish the strategies employed by EARC staff, teachers and parents in implementing inclusive Education in public schools in Kisumu county. A descriptive research design was adopted in the study. The study used a theoretical and conceptual framework. The study population  composed of 4 EARC, 64 head teachers, 128 contact teachers, 35 curriculum support officers (CSOs), 7 Quality Assurance and Standards Officers (QASO), 128 parents or guardians and 192 learners. The sample consisted of 20 head teachers, 20 contact teachers, 39 parents or guardians and 60 learners, 4 EARCs, 35 CSOs and 7 QASOs were identified. The tools of data collection were questionnaires, observation check list, interviews and focus group discussion. Validity was addressed by expert judgement of supervisors while reliability was addressed using Cronbach’s Alpha internal consistency. Qualitative data was analysed using thematic analysis. The study found out that SNE policy (2009) was very significant in this respect. EARCs ability in functional and educational assessment was average as some had no training. EARCs perception on field officers was negative and resulted to lack of team work. IEP was found to be the major instructional method for learners with special needs and disabilities in the county. The study recommended inductions for EARC officers on existing policy issues, training of all EARc officers on functional and educational assessment, sensitization of field officers on EARC duties and use of both IEP and differentiated instructional models in inclusive classrooms. A comparative study between IEP and Differentiated instructional methods as strategies of implementing inclusive education on academic performance in primary schools would expound the understanding of the study.

Abstract: This research purpose to find the impact of realistic mathematic education approach through student mathematic disposition. This reasearch are using pre-experiment research design with cluster random sampling technique. This research held in SMA Negeri 4 Padangsidimpuan with all the students in grade XI IA even semester 2011/2012. There are 5 classes with 163 students. For research purposes sampling taken from XI IA with 31 students. Intrument for this research are using validated survey. Pre-test are given before running the RME and pre-test after RME applied. Learning activities using realistic Mathematic Approach delivering significantly impact through students mathematic disposition. This condition showed by t-test that come from ttest = 9,8 and ttabel= 2,042. Those data are qualified for hyphoteses. The hyphoteses state if t_test≥t_tabel means H_0 rejected and H_1 approved. From the result showed that there are a significant impact from Indonesian Realistic Mathematics Approach to students mathematic disposition on chapter two composition function and invers fungtion in grade xi ia-1 sma negeri 4 Padangsidimpuan.
Keywords: Realistic Mathematics Education Approach, Mathematics Disposition.
Title: Impact of Indonesian Realistic Mathematics Approach to Students Mathematic Disposition on Chapter Two Composition Function and Invers Fungtion in Grade XI IA-1 SMA Negeri 4 Padangsidimpuan
Author: Adek Safitri, Edy Surya, Edi Syahputra, Maruli Simbolon
ISSN 2394-9686
International Journal of Novel Research in Education and Learning
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Abstract: The purpose of this study was to explore pre-school teachers’ attitudes towards identification of gifted and talented preschoolers. Objectives were to: find out attitude of preschool teachers on objective method of identification of Gifted and Talented (GT) preschoolers; determine the attitude of preschool teachers on subjective method of identification of GT preschoolers. The study used multiple intelligence theory. Concurrent triangulation design within the mixed methods approach was employed. The target populations were 315 Head teachers, 315 preschool lead teachers and 945 preschool teachers. Stratified random sampling technique was used to generate a sample of 32 head teachers, 32 lead preschool teachers and 95 teachers. Questionnaires, semi structured interview schedule and observation schedule were used to collect data. Validity was enhanced by expert judgment of Supervisors. Test retest method was used to establish reliability of instruments. Qualitative data was analyzed using thematic analysis while quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive with help SPSS version 22. On the Objective methods used in identifying GT learners, the study established that grade tests and aptitude tests were the most commonly used with an average score of 4.48 and 4.4 on the likert scale. On the subjective methods used in identifying GT learners the study found out that teacher and self nominations were the most commonly used with average score of 4.16 and 3.67 respectively on the likerk scale. Most schools employed more than one identification method. This study therefore recommended that GT learners in preschools be identified as early as possible so as to allow early identification and early intervention. It was suggested that a study on the suitability of the placement programs for the gifted and talented learners at the preschool level in Kenya be done to expound the understanding of the present study.

Abstract: This study aims to improve students’ creative thinking ability by applying problem based learning model. Problems were identified based on initial observation result that consist of initial test and interview with mathematics teacher for grade VII-3 in SMP N 1 Rantau Selatan. Initial ability test was done to know creative thinking ability and references to grouping students in problem based learning that will be done next. This research was Class Action Research , which is implemented in SMP N 1 Rantau Selatan. The subject in this research were the students of grade VII-3 academic year 2014/2015 that consists of 39 students. The objects of this research were the students’ creative thinking ability which measured by four indicators, namely fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration, and problem based learning model. The level of capabilities planned in this research was ≥ 80% of the total students that followed the test. This research consisted of 2 cycles and from the first cycle consists of 2 meetings and the second cycle consists of  2 meetings. Student’s creative thinking ability test was conducted at the end of each cycle. The results of this research could be seen : (1) The student’s creative thinking ability test in cycle 1, completed by 22 students and not completed by 17 students, classical completeness was 56,41 %. (2) The student’s creative thinking ability test in cycle 2, completed by 34 students and not completed by only 5 students, classical completeness was 87,18%.

Abstract: Home environment is important for learning and development of children. Despite the fact that home environment is critical to the academic performance of learners, little has been documented concerning the home environmental aspects that are under study. The purpose of the study was to explore the influence of selected home environmental factors on pupils’ academic performance in Kisii South Sub- County, Kenya. Objectives of the study were to: determine the influence of home caregivers on pupils’ academic performance; determine the influence of parental academic supervision on pupils’ academic performance and to assess the influence of sleeping environment on pupils’ in Kisii South Sub-County, Kenya. The study used Albert Bandura’s social cognitive learning theory. A descriptive research design was employed in the study. The study population was 2204 parents, 2610 class eight pupils and 58 head teachers. Simple random sampling technique was used to get sample size. The sample constituted 331 parents, 338 class eight pupils and 52 head teachers. Data was collected using self-administered questionnaires. Validity of research instruments was ascertained through expert judgment of the University supervisors. Reliability of the instruments was ensured by test-retest method. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics such as means, standard deviations and percentages with the aid of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22. The study found that some caregivers discussed with children on academic progress at school and talked of things that happen at school trying to find out what children liked doing while at school. Most of the parents had a great influence on children’s study habits at home and could also discuss with their children on their academic progress. It was also found that sleeping environment encourages good academic performance based on the comfortability and security of the sleeping room. It was recommended that parents should engage educated caregivers at home to help them participate effectively on the academic activities of their children. A study on socio-demographic factors influencing parental participation in education of the learners would expound the understanding of the current study.