The Effect of Social Skills and Emotional Intelligence on Learning Outcomes of Elementary School Students

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to determine the influence of social skills and emotional intelligence on student learning outcomes. The research design uses a quantitative approach with a descriptive analysis design. The research population included students in grades IV, V, and VI (AB) at Muhamadiyah 4 Kandang Sapi Elementary School, Jebres, Surakarta, while the sample consisted of 111 students from these classes. Data was collected through observation, questionnaires regarding social skills and emotional intelligence, and documentation of learning outcomes from odd semester report cards. Data analysis used the multiple linear regression method with the help of the IBM SPSS Statistical 26 application. The research results show a positive and significant relationship between social skills and emotional intelligence and the learning achievement of students in grades IV, V, and VI (AB). Social skills have a t-value of 2.972 with a significance level of 0.004, while emotional intelligence has a t-value of 2.469 with a significance level of 0.015. Thus, it can be concluded that social skills and emotional intelligence positively influence student learning outcomes. This study uses a quantitative method with a descriptive analysis approach.

Keywords

• Social Skills
• Emotional Intelligence
• Learning Outcomes