Evaluation of utilization synchronized and asynchronized online learning platform (study of content material analysis and easy website)

The fact analysis of the problem are 1). Gaps in learning styles that tend to be monotonous with complex learning rules and systematics, 2) Unpreparedness of educators in dealing with the development of distance learning technology due to Covid-19, 3) Ease of students in using social media as a source of learning sites, 4) providers provide synchronized and asynchronized online learning is equipped with features, videos, animated images. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the use of online learning website platforms as learning media (students, scholars, teachers, lecturers, and parents) on the use of learning technology. The benefit of this research is to contribute a reference to the choice of online learning platforms for students who are considered less than optimal in learning at school. The research type used qualitative method that the position of the researcher is committed to strengthening the theory and results of previous research to the needs of research results. The results of this study were found: 1) easy-to-understand material content, interesting tutorials, interesting features, easy-to-understand animated videos;2) users do not view online learning providers as coming from the directorate general of education and or private companies in the field of education, because users are already aware of the importance of additional learning as cultural capital and Indonesian online learning communities. © 2023 Author(s).

An online project-based learning model to improve students' thinking ability in the new normal era

The purpose of this paper is to provide insight into project-based learning conducted online to improve students' thinking skills in the new normal era. In the new normal situation, students must carry out learning at home online. The method used in this study is a literature review. Benefits and competency development of online learning need to be considered. One of the competencies that need to be developed in the new normal is the ability to think. Unlike before the COVID 19 pandemic outbreak, students' thinking skills can be developed through face-to-face learning with teachers and peers. However, in this new normal era, there is a need to modify online learning strategies to improve thinking skills. Project-based learning is a learning strategy in which learning orientation is carried out by doing long-term assignments. Project-based learning can be done online and adapted to the current new normal situation. This research using a literature review method which used several stages started from collection data until summarized the data. It can be concluded that this research will give a reference to produce a website for improving students' thinking ability. © Published under licence by IOP Publishing Ltd.