integrated science and social studies

Although Kurikulum Merdeka promotes flexible, student-centered learning, the implementation of Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) instruction in elementary schools continues to face various challenges. This study aimed to describe the challenges in implementing IPAS instruction under Kurikulum Merdeka in Grade V at SD Negeri 005 Desa Baru, Kampar Regency. The study employed a descriptive qualitative approach involving two fifth-grade teachers and six purposively selected students. Three students had IPAS scores above 75, and three had scores below 75. Data were collected through nonparticipant observation, structured interviews, and documentation and analyzed through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. Data trustworthiness was assessed through triangulation of sources and data collection techniques. The findings identified three domains of challenges related to students, teachers, and learning assessment. Student-related challenges were the most prominent, including differences in understanding, declining attention after approximately 15–20 minutes of lecturing, interest that depended on the type of activity, uneven participation, dependence on external motivation, inconsistent task management, and varying levels of learning readiness. Teacher-related challenges included the breadth of integrated science and social studies content and classroom management during group activities. Assessment involved oral quizzes and student worksheets, supplemented by remedial instruction and enrichment. Achievement scores ranged from 60 to 96, with a mastery threshold of 75. These findings underscore the need for differentiated instruction, concrete and contextually relevant instructional media, clearly assigned group roles, time management, and the use of assessment results to improve instruction. This study provides a contextual account of challenges in IPAS instruction and the need to adapt fifth-grade teaching practices. Its restriction to one school and a focused observation period highlights the need for further research covering more lessons and IPAS topics.

ABSTRACT Students’ active participation in expressing opinions is an important indicator of engagement in student-centered learning. Initial observations in Class III A at SD Negeri Kendangsari III/278 Surabaya revealed that only 8 out of 26 students (30.77%) actively participated in discussions, while the others tended to remain passive. This study aimed to improve students’ active participation in expressing opinions during Integrated Science and Social Studies (IPAS) lessons on the topic “Stories from the Hometown” through the Think Pair Share (TPS) model integrated with a deep learning approach. The study employed a classroom action research design conducted over two cycles, each consisting of three meetings, from July to August 2026. The participants were 26 students. Data were collected through observation and documentation and analyzed using descriptive quantitative and qualitative techniques. The individual achievement criterion was set at a minimum average participation score of 3.00, while the criterion for class-wide success required at least 80% participation. The results showed that the average percentage of active participation increased from 37.18% in the pre-cycle stage to 60.26% in Cycle I and 87.18% in Cycle II. The final achievement exceeded the predetermined success criterion. These findings indicate that integrating TPS with a deep learning approach may support students’ confidence in expressing ideas and enhance their participation in IPAS discussions. ABSTRAK Keaktifan murid dalam mengemukakan pendapat merupakan salah satu indikator keterlibatan dalam pembelajaran yang berpusat pada murid. Hasil observasi awal di kelas III A SD Negeri Kendangsari III/278 Surabaya menunjukkan bahwa hanya 8 dari 26 murid (30,77%) yang aktif berdiskusi, sedangkan sebagian lainnya cenderung pasif. Penelitian ini bertujuan meningkatkan keaktifan murid dalam mengemukakan pendapat pada pembelajaran IPAS dengan topik “Cerita dari Kampung Halaman” melalui model Think Pair Share (TPS) yang dipadukan dengan pendekatan pembelajaran mendalam. Penelitian menggunakan desain penelitian tindakan kelas yang dilaksanakan dalam dua siklus, masing-masing terdiri atas tiga pertemuan, pada Juli–Agustus 2026. Subjek penelitian berjumlah 26 murid. Data dikumpulkan melalui observasi dan dokumentasi, kemudian dianalisis menggunakan teknik deskriptif kuantitatif dan kualitatif. Kriteria keberhasilan individual ditetapkan berdasarkan skor rata-rata keaktifan minimal 3,00, sedangkan keberhasilan klasikal ditentukan apabila persentase keaktifan mencapai sekurang-kurangnya 80%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa rata-rata persentase keaktifan meningkat dari 37,18% pada prasiklus menjadi 60,26% pada Siklus I dan 87,18% pada Siklus II. Capaian akhir tersebut melampaui indikator keberhasilan yang ditetapkan. Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa penerapan TPS yang dipadukan dengan pendekatan pembelajaran mendalam berpotensi mendukung keberanian murid menyampaikan gagasan dan meningkatkan partisipasi dalam diskusi IPAS.

This study aims to describe the use of the surrounding environment as a learning resource for Integrated Science and Social Studies (IPAS) on the topic of light properties in Grade V at SDN 04 Pancor. A descriptive qualitative approach was used. The subjects were 38 Grade V students. Data were collected through observation, interviews, documentation, and analysis of student work. Learning activities utilized objects around the school, including sunlight, object shadows, glass, mirrors, cloth, and water. Students observed reflection, refraction, and dispersion of light through direct activities. The findings indicate that the surrounding environment can serve as a concrete, accessible, and appropriate learning resource for the topic of light properties. Its use encouraged students to observe, ask questions, discuss, and present their observations more actively. The constraints included limited time, changing sunlight intensity, and differences in student participation. Overall, environmental utilization created IPAS learning that was more contextual, meaningful, and enjoyable.

هدف این پژوهش توصیف استفاده از محیط اطراف به عنوان منبع یادگیری برای درس علوم تجربی و اجتماعی (IPAS) در موضوع ویژگی‌های نور در کلاس پنجم دبستان SDN 04 Pancor است. این پژوهش با رویکرد کیفی توصیفی انجام شده است. شرکت‌کنندگان شامل ۳۸ دانش‌آموز کلاس پنجم بودند. داده‌ها از طریق مشاهده، مصاحبه، مستندسازی و تحلیل کارهای دانش‌آموزان گردآوری شد. فعالیت‌های یادگیری با بهره‌گیری از اشیاء اطراف مدرسه، از جمله نور خورشید، سایه اجسام، شیشه، آینه، پارچه و آب انجام گرفت. دانش‌آموزان بازتاب، شکست و پراکندگی نور را از طریق فعالیت‌های مستقیم مشاهده کردند. یافته‌ها نشان می‌دهد که محیط اطراف می‌تواند به عنوان منبع یادگیری عینی، در دسترس و مناسب برای موضوع ویژگی‌های نور مورد استفاده قرار گیرد. استفاده از محیط اطراف باعث شد دانش‌آموزان فعالانه‌تر مشاهده کنند، سؤال بپرسند، بحث کنند و مشاهدات خود را ارائه دهند. محدودیت‌ها شامل کمبود زمان، تغییر شدت نور خورشید و تفاوت در میزان مشارکت دانش‌آموزان بود. به طور کلی، بهره‌گیری از محیط اطراف باعث شد یادگیری IPAS زمینه‌مندتر، معنادارتر و لذت‌بخش‌تر شود.