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University libraries play a strategic role in supporting academic learning and research. This study aims to evaluate user perceptions of library service management at UIN Madura, focusing on five key dimensions: clarity of service information, effectiveness of staff coordination, organizational structure support, simplicity of service procedures, and consistency of orientation for new users. The study used a quantitative approach with a survey method. Data were collected through an online Google Form-based questionnaire distributed to active UIN Madura students from various study programs, resulting in 21 valid respondents from diverse academic backgrounds. Data analysis was conducted descriptively using frequency distribution and percentages. The results indicate that user perceptions of library governance are generally quite positive. The majority of respondents gave good ratings to the clarity of service information (85.7% agreed or strongly agreed), the effectiveness of staff coordination (81%), and the organizational structure support (90.5%). However, the new user orientation dimension received the lowest rating, with 23.8% of respondents disagreeing or strongly disagreeing. These findings indicate the need for a more systematic and sustainable strengthening of the library orientation program. Overall, the service management and governance of the UIN Madura library were assessed as quite good. However, improvements are still needed in the aspects of socialization and guidance for new users so that this university library service can function optimally in supporting the academic community.

The purpose of this research is to ascertain how the work environment and leadership affect the performance of Civil Servants (ASN) in the Gowa Regency Regional Secretariat. This study uses a quantitative approach. Civil Servants (ASN) and non-ASN workers make up the population. 50 respondents make up the sample size as a consequence of the statistical sampling methodology combined with the random selection method. Techniques for gathering data include surveys, recordkeeping, and observation. Using SPSS version 30, multiple linear regression analysis and traditional assumption tests were the data analysis techniques used in this investigation.The findings indicate that the performance of ASN in the Gowa Regency Regional Secretariat is positively and significantly impacted by the leadership variable. The ASN in the Gowa Regency Regional Secretariat is positively and significantly impacted by the work environment variable. The ASN in the Regional Secretariat of Gowa Regency is positively and significantly impacted by leadership and work environment factors at the same time.

This article aims to analyze the strategies of reward and punishment in enhancing the motivation and performance of agents at PT Asuransi Jiwa Sequis Life Medan Branch. This study employs a quantitative approach with a survey method. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 50 insurance agents working at the Medan branch. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings indicate that the reward strategies implemented by the company, such as recognition and bonuses, positively impact the improvement of agents' motivation and performance. On the other hand, the application of punishment strategies, such as sanctions or incentive reductions, has also proven effective in improving discipline and performance. Overall, the combination of reward and punishment strategies significantly enhances the motivation and performance of agents at PT Asuransi Jiwa Sequis Life Medan Branch.

The purpose of this study is to find out the most important effect of transformational leadership on teacher professionalism. Development at SMP Swasta Muhammadiyah 01 Medan. This study method is a quantitative study survey research type. 60 teachers participated in this study. Principals and teachers were used as examples. The research instrument was a questionnaire. Dat collection instruments with questionnaires and data analysis techniques with normality test, linearity test and homogeneity test and hypothesis testing (using t-test). The result of this study show that there is a positive and significant effect between the main variable and teacher professionalism ini Muhammadiyah 01 Medan Private High School.  This is eviident form the result of the hypothesis testing, which shows that the main transformational leadership contributes 0.388 X 100% = 38.8% to teacher professionalism. The t-test performed gave a tnumber = 3.870 whilw the ttabel  value = 2.042. Since tnumber (3.870) > ttabel (2.042), it showsjthat there is a positive and significant effect in the form of a linear and predictive relationship between the main variable and professionalism of teachers in SMP Swasta Muhammadiyah 01 Medan. Regression line Ŷ = 46.654 + 0.322 X.

This research aims to evaluate the influence of extracurricular activities on students' learning motivation at SMP Muhammadiyah 02 Medan. Extrinsic motivation is often needed to encourage students who lack an internal drive to learn, especially at elementary school age, where play activities are often more interesting than learning. It is hoped that extracurricular activities can function as a source of additional motivation and improve student learning outcomes. This research uses a quantitative approach with a survey method, where data is collected through questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS 25.0. The research results show that the significance value of the t test for the extracurricular activity variable is 0.000, which is smaller than 0.05, and the calculated t of 1.848 is smaller than the t table of 2.052. Thus, the hypothesis that extracurricular activities influence learning motivation. The coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.112 indicates that only 11.2% of the variation in learning motivation can be explained by extracurricular activities, while the remainder (88.8%) is influenced by other factors outside this research. These findings indicate that although extracurricular activities are an important element, their influence on students' learning motivation at SMP Muhammadiyah 02 Medan is not significant.

Maharah Kitabah is the most urgent Arabic language skill in learning Arabic, this is because this skill is the peak that includes all other skills. So if students understand it, it will be easier for them to understand Arabic as a whole. In this case the author conducted research by analyzing the obstacles to learning the Maharah Kitabah. The aim of the research is to find out what obstacles or mistakes hinder students from improving their Arabic writing skills, especially at the Tahfiz Darul Mafaza Islamic Boarding School, Deli Serdang. By focusing this research on Maharah Al-Kitabah, efforts can be made to obtain good learning strategies, so that students' understanding will be much better and they will get solutions to the problems they face when writing Arabic language sequences. This research was conducted using a qualitative and descriptive approach. Students at the Tahfiz Darul Mafaza Islamic Boarding School in Deli Serdang face problems in Maharah Al-Kitabah, and this research aims to describe these errors and problems. Data are collected in natural environments and phenomena are interpreted using qualitative methods. Apart from that, to gain a better understanding of the problem being researched, the researchers used methods such as qualitative surveys and also used an analytical approach which the author quoted from various secondary data, in the form of scientific journals, theses and internet media.  

Administration plays an important role in the success of a school, of course this must be supported by how the application of administrative functions is orderly and organized. This study aims to determine how the application of administrative functions in the Integrated School of Muhamadiyah 36 Medan. This research was conducted with a qualitative method in the form of a survey. The source of data to be obtained comes from the results of interviews and observations of teachers and administrative staff. The results of the research obtained state that Muhamdiyah 36 Medan Integrated Elementary School is an orderly and organized educational institution in accordance with the role of administrative functions to be achieved.

This research examines the management of facilities and infrastructure at the Madrasah Aliyah Laboratory of UIN North Sumatra (UIN SU) using quantitative and qualitative approaches. The aim of the research is to identify the main obstacles in facility management and provide strategic recommendations for improvement. Through a quantitative survey, it was found that there were significant differences in perceptions between teachers and students regarding the condition of school facilities, with teachers tending to be more critical. Further analysis shows that planned and routine maintenance plays an important role in preventing further damage and reducing long-term repair costs. In addition, the level of student satisfaction with facilities and infrastructure varies by grade level, with students in higher grades showing lower levels of satisfaction. A qualitative approach through in-depth interviews revealed that budget constraints were the main obstacle in facility management. Based on these findings, several strategic recommendations were proposed, including increasing budgets and resources through collaboration with external parties, implementing continuous training programs for teachers and staff, improving communication with parents, and implementing information technology in facility management. It is hoped that the implementation of these recommendations can improve the quality of management of facilities and infrastructure, which will ultimately have a positive impact on the quality of education in this madrasa. This research makes an important contribution to the education management literature, especially in the context of madrasas in Indonesia, and becomes a reference for future research and practice.