Predicting Math Identity Through Language and Click-Stream Patterns in a Blended Learning Mathematics Program for Elementary Students

This study builds on prior research by leveraging natural language processing (NLP), click-stream analyses, and survey data to predict students’ mathematics success and math identity (namely, self-concept, interest, and value of mathematics). Specifically, we combine NLP tools designed to measure lexical sophistication, text cohesion, and sentiment with analyses of student click-stream data within an online mathematics tutoring system. We combine these data sources to predict elementary students’ success within the system as well as components of their math identity as measured though a standardized survey. Data from 147 students was examined longitudinally over a year of study. The results indicated links between math success and non-cognitive measures of math identity. Additionally, the results indicate that math identity was strongly predicted by click-stream variables and the production of more lexically sophisticated and cohesive language. In addition, significant variance in math identity was explained by affective and cognitive variables. The results indicate that NLP and click-stream data can combine to provide insights into non-cognitive constructs such as math identity.

Pendistribusian Dana ZIS Melalui Program Genius Perspektif UU No. 23 Tahun 2011 Tentang Pengelolaan Zakat (Studi Kasus Yatim Mandiri Kediri) Distribution of ZIS Funds Through the Genius Perspective Program Law No. 23 of 2011 Concerning Management of Zakat (Case Study of Independent Kediri)

Dana-dana ZIS yang terkumpul dapat menjadi solusi terbaik sebagai penggerak perekonomian dan kesejahteraan masyarakat. Langkah strategis dapat diambil untuk pendayagunaan dan pendistribusian dana ZIS dengan memanfaatkan sumber daya manusia yang kompeten di bidang ZIS. ZIS sebaiknya dikelola oleh lembaga atau amil yang profesional, akuntabel, amanah dan pengelolaannya harus sesuai dengan ketentuan perundang-undangan yang berlaku. Penelitian ini bermaksud untuk menjelaskan pendistribusian dana ZIS melalui program Sanggar GENIUS perspektif UU No. 23 Tahun 2011 Tentang Pengelolaan Zakat. Dalam penelitian ini penulis menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif, dengan menggunakan tiga metode pengumpulan data, yaitu metode observasi partisipan, wawancara tidak terstruktur, dan dokumentasi. Jenis penitian adalah penelitian lapangan dan menggunakan pendekatan yuridis empiris. Untuk menganalisa data, penulis menggunakan teknik deskriptif dengan menggambarkan data secara sistematis dan faktual, sedangkan analisisnya melalui tiga metode: yaitu reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan atau verifikasi. Pengecekan keabsahan data dilakukan menggunakan teknik ketekunan dalam pengamatan, triangulasi, dan perpanjangan keikutsertaan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: 1) Program Sanggar GENIUS berbentuk bimbingan belajar gratis matematika dan peningkatan akhlakul karimah, ditujukan kepada anak yatim duafa setingkat SD, tidak menutup kemungkinan anak duafa non-yatim. Sanggar GENIUS kemanfaatannya dapat dirasakan oleh anak yatim. Dana ZIS diserahkan kepada guru sanggar sebagai upah (bisyaroh). Ada pembinaan setiap bulan di kantor Yatim Mandiri Kediri, serta monev yang dilakukan Staf Program setiap tahun sekali dengan mendatangi masing-masing sanggar. 2) Pelaksanaan distribusi dana ZIS melalui program Sanggar GENIUS sudah sesuai dengan ketentuan Pasal 25 dan Pasal 26 UU No. 23/2011, pelaksanaan program yang tidak melanggar syariat Islam, berdasarkan prioritas mustahik, serta amanah dari donatur/muzaki. Laporan kegiatan pengelolaan zakat, dilakukan secara terpusat oleh Yatim Mandiri pusat setiap akhir tahun. Sesuai dengan PP. No 14 Tahun 2014, Yatim Mandiri melakukan audit syariah dan audit keuangan. Program Sanggar GENIUS membawa kesejahteraan bagi anak-anak binaannya. Selain itu, zakat merupakan salah satu kegiatan untuk menjaga kelima hal pokok yang terkandung dalam dlaruriyah. Lebih spesifiknya sanggar Genius melingkupi penjagaan terhadap agama, jiwa, akal, dan harta benda. Kata Kunci: Pengelolaan Zakat, Infaq dan Shadaqah (ZIS), Pendidikan, Kesejahteraan. Abstract:Collected ZIS funds can be the best solution of the economy booster and public welfare. Strategic ways can be taken to utilize and distribute ZIS funds by utilizing competent human resources in the ZIS sources of field. ZIS should be managed by a professional institution, accountable, trustworthy and its management must be in accordance with the applicable legal provisions. This study intends to explain the distribution of ZIS funds through the perspective program GENIUS Act No. 23 of 2011 concerning Management of Zakat. In this study the authors used a qualitative approach, using three methods of data collection, they are: participant observation, unstructured interviews, and documentation. The type of research is field study and uses an empirical juridical approach. To analyze data, the author uses descriptive techniques by describing data systematically and factually, while the analysis through three methods: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion or verification. Checking the validity of the data is done using perseverance techniques in observation, triangulation, and extension of participation.The results showed that: 1) GENIUS Studio program in the form of free mathematics tutoring and improved morality, aimed at orphaned children at the elementary level, do not rule out the possibility of non-orphaned children. The usefulness of GENIUS studio program can be felt by theorphans. ZIS funds are given to the studio teacher as a wage (bisyaroh). There is guidance every month at the Kediri Mandiri Orphanage office, as well as monitoring and evaluation conducted by the Program Staff every year by visiting each studio. 2) The distribution of ZIS funds through the GENIUS Studio program is in accordance with the provisions of Article 25 and Article 26 of Law No. 23/2011, the implementation of programs that do not violate Islamic law, based on priority mustahik, as well as mandate from donors / muzaki. Reports on zakat management activities are carried out centrally by the central Yatim Mandiri at the end of each year. In accordance with PP. No 14 In 2014, Yatim Mandiri conducted sharia audits and financial audits. The GENIUS Studio Program brings prosperity to its assisted children. In addition, zakat is one of the activities to safeguard the five main things contained in dlaruriyah. More specifically the Genius studio covers guarding religion, soul, mind, and property.

Aligning mathematics with tutoring platform topics

Dr Math was a mobile mathematics tutoring service, used by school learners across South Africa. The wealth of historic data available, with regard to the conversations between tutors and learners, may contain valuable insights as to which mathematics topics are most frequently encountered on the Dr Math service. This alignment may serve as an indicator of the utility of an online tutorial service as a reflection of the curriculum covered by learners, and as an extra avenue of support. This study makes use of automated means to rank the topics discussed on the Dr Math service and to align them with the topics encountered in the South African National Senior Certificate final examinations. The study finds that there is a close alignment with regard to the observations of the Department of Basic Education on factors influencing the performance of the learners. The topics most frequently discussed on the Dr Math service also align closely with the topics with which the learners have most difficulty in their final exams.