The Effectiveness of The Radec Learning Model Assisted by Flashcard Media on Elementary School Students’ Understanding of Pancasila Values

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the effect of the RADEC (Read, Answer, Discuss, Explain, Create) learning model assisted by flashcard media*on elementary school students' understanding of Pancasila values. The study was motivated by students' limited understanding of the meaning, symbols, and implementation of Pancasila values in daily life. This condition is associated with teacher-centered learning practices, limited student participation during classroom activities, and the inadequate use of engaging instructional media. Therefore, an innovative learning model that actively involves students and facilitates conceptual understanding is needed. This research employed a quantitative approach using a Quasi-Experimental Design with a Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The research sample consisted of an experimental class receiving the RADEC learning model assisted by flashcard media and a control class receiving conventional instruction. Data were collected through pretests and posttests and analyzed using normality, homogeneity, Independent Sample t-test, and N-Gain tests with IBM SPSS Statistics. The results indicated a significant effect of the RADEC learning model assisted by flashcard media on students' understanding of Pancasila values, with a significance value of 0.000 (p < 0.05). The mean score of the experimental class increased from 36.3 to 82.6, while the control class improved from 39.4 to 50.9. The average N-Gain score was 73.06 (high category) for the experimental class and 19.58 (low category) for the control class. These findings demonstrate that the RADEC learning model assisted by flashcard media is effective in improving elementary school students' understanding of Pancasila values