Problems of Nias Tribe Children in Understanding Indonesian Language Subjects
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This study aims to find out the problems of Nias tribal children in understanding Indonesian language subjects and to find out the teacher's efforts in providing solutions to Nias tribe children's problems in understanding Indonesian subjects in the material of Friends in Diversity grade II at SD Negeri 200508 Sihitang Kota Padangsidimpuan. The method used in this study is qualitative descriptive, data is collected using observation, interview and documentation techniques, in ensuring the validity of the data, source triangulation techniques and techniques are used, then analyzed by means of interactive analysis, namely data reduction models, data presentation models, and drawing conclusions model. The results of this study show that the main problems faced include language factors such as differences in dialect and pronunciation, basic literacy skills, especially in reading, and geographical constraints in the form of a considerable distance between home and school and the community environment. In dealing with these problems, teachers try to provide solutions through the application of lecture methods so that the delivery of material is easier to understand, and respect the identity and background of students without any difference in treatment. The results of this study affirm the importance of teachers' ability to manage diverse classrooms to create a conducive, effective, and supportive learning environment for all students.
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