Publication Search

Background: Smoking among adolescents in Pidie, Aceh, is a growing public health concern, marked by increasing prevalence and significant household expenditure despite known health risks. This behavior persists due to cultural and social influences and a lack of motivation to quit, with adolescents' perceptions of risk, though crucial, not fully understood. Method : This analytical cross-sectional survey of 303 male high school students in Pidie used Partial Least Squares (PLS) to examine the relationship between Health Belief Model (HBM) factors and smoking cessation efforts. Result : The findings revealed that perceived barriers (t-statistic = 4.284 > t-table = 1.96), perceived susceptibility (t-statistic = 2.050 > t-table = 1.96), and perceived benefits (t-statistic = 4.082 > t-table = 1.96) had a direct significant relationship with cessation attempts, while perceived severity did not. Conclution: This study concluded that perceived barriers actually motivate quitting, with negative experiences like health problems for themselves or family acting as triggers. Therefore, understanding both the benefits and barriers is key to increasing smoking cessation motivation among adolescent males.

This research investigates how students perceive the use of online transport services namely Gojek, Grab, InDriver, and Maxim as their primary means of commuting to campus. App-based transportation has become increasingly vital for addressing urban mobility issues such as traffic congestion, limited parking space, and time constraints. The study adopts a descriptive quantitative method, with data collected through a Likert-scale questionnaire distributed to 20 selected participants. The results reveal a predominantly favorable perception among students, especially regarding convenience, accessibility, efficiency, and safety. All questionnaire items were confirmed to be valid and reliable. Tests for normality and homogeneity showed the data were suitable for further analysis. Moreover, ANOVA results indicated no statistically significant differences in perception among students based on their preferred app. These findings affirm online transportation as a top choice for students to support their academic routines. This study is expected to serve as a valuable reference for developing more adaptive digital transportation services and for universities formulating inclusive and student-centered mobility policies.

This study aims to determine how students perceive the use of Microsoft Excel in preparing financial reports. The research method used is qualitative, which uses data collection techniques from questionnaires and interviews. This study contains a theoretical study of financial reports, Microsoft Excel, and students' perceptions. The research data were obtained from six informants with different secondary education backgrounds, namely vocational high schools majoring in accounting, MA majoring in social studies, and high schools majoring in social studies. With different secondary education backgrounds, it can influence students' perceptions about the use of Microsoft Excel in preparing financial reports.

This study aims to explore the practices and perceptions of tutors in implementing assessment in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) instruction at non-formal language course institutions. A quantitative method was used, involving data collection through questionnaires with both closed and open-ended questions, complemented by an online interview to deepen the understanding of assessment implementation. The results show that diagnostic and formative assessments are the most frequently used types (100%), while performance-based and project-based assessments are used by 50% of the respondents. None of the tutors reported using self-assessment, indicating a limited variety in assessment methods applied. The main purposes of assessment include identifying students’ learning needs, monitoring progress, and evaluating teaching effectiveness. Despite facing challenges such as limited time and low student motivation, tutors managed to apply solutions like group discussions and peer feedback. Assessment was found to positively impact both students’ skill development and tutors’ understanding of -learners’ needs. The study concludes that assessment in ESP plays a strategic role not only as an evaluation tool but also as a diagnostic and formative mechanism that supports continuous learning. Therefore, proper understanding and contextual adaptation are essential in maximizing the role of assessment in ESP instruction.

Cultural diversity within the university environment is an inevitable reality, particularly within student organizations. The Student Association of the Islamic Communication and Broadcasting Study Program (HMPS KPI) at UIN Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten is composed of students from various regions, each bringing distinct cultural backgrounds, languages, values, and communication styles. This study aims to examine the extent to which cultural differences influence social interaction among members of the organization, as well as how they build harmonious communication amidst these differences. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach, using in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation with active members of HMPS KPI from various academic cohorts. The findings indicate that cultural differences affect communication styles, expression of ideas, decision-making processes, and perceptions of leadership structures. While such differences may sometimes lead to misunderstandings, they also serve as a strength in fostering an inclusive, open, and adaptive organizational atmosphere that welcomes diverse perspectives. In conclusion, cultural differences significantly influence social interactions within student organizations, but these challenges can be effectively managed through inclusive communication and cross-cultural understanding.

Social media has become an integral part of Generation Z's life, including elementary school students, who are known as the tech-savvy generation. This study aims to examine Generation Z students' perceptions of the influence of social media on their academic behavior and learning concentration through a literature study approach. Data were collected from various current literature sources and analyzed using thematic analysis methods. The results of the study indicate that social media has a dual impact: platforms such as YouTube and educational applications such as Kahoot increase motivation and access to learning resources, but uncontrolled use causes distraction, procrastination, and decreased learning concentration. The characteristics of Generation Z, such as dependence on technology and the need for digital existence, strengthen the influence of social media on their academic behavior. Therefore, a balanced educational approach is needed to maximize the benefits of social media while minimizing its negative impacts. This study provides insight for educators and parents in managing the use of social media wisely.

In the digital era that increasingly emphasizes human-computer interaction, the existence of an interface system that is not only functional but also able to understand the emotional state of the user is becoming increasingly important. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of empathetic interfaces in chatbot systems designed to respond adaptively to user moods. Empathetic chatbots are defined as artificial intelligence-based conversational agents that are able to recognize and adjust their verbal responses to user emotional expressions through linguistic analysis and non-verbal data such as response time and word choice. This study uses an experimental approach involving 60 participants from among students who interact with two types of chatbots: standard chatbots (non-empathetic) and empathetic chatbots. The analysis methods used include measuring the level of user satisfaction, empathy perception, and emotional comfort through a Likert scale questionnaire and quantitative data processing using a paired T-test.

This study investigates the effect of interactive learning in traditional dance education on students’ critical thinking skills at the senior high school level. The background highlights the dominance of rote-based teaching in dance classes and the lack of reflective and analytical approaches that can foster students’ higher-order thinking. A quasi-experimental method with a pretest-posttest control group design was employed, involving 72 tenth-grade students from several high schools in South Jakarta. The experimental group received interactive dance instruction integrating reflection, interpretation, and peer discussion, while the control group received conventional instruction. Data were collected through critical thinking tests, classroom observations, and student perception questionnaires. The results showed a significant improvement in the experimental group’s critical thinking scores, with a posttest average of 88.2 and a gain score of 0.71 (high category), compared to the control group’s posttest average of 66.7 and gain score of 0.21 (low category). Paired t-test and independent t-test analyses confirmed statistically significant differences (p < 0.05) between the two groups. Observation and questionnaire data revealed that students in the interactive group exhibited higher engagement in critical thinking activities such as interpretation, evaluation, and reasoning. These findings confirm that interactive dance learning not only enhances aesthetic understanding but also promotes critical thinking, making it a valuable pedagogical approach for 21st-century education.

Learning to Understand the Content of Recited Poetry is a crucial aspect of literature instruction at the junior high school level. However, field observations indicate that many students struggle to appreciate poetry due to its imaginative and multi-interpretative language (Afiana et al., 2022). This study aims to improve the skill of understanding poetry content through the implementation of a modeling-based learning model using poetry recitation videos for seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 7 Cilacap. This research adopts a quantitative approach, with subjects consisting of seventh-grade students selected based on their initial achievement, which did not meet the standard of learning mastery. The instruments used include a poetry comprehension skills test and non-test instruments such as observation, interviews, journals, and documentation. The data were analyzed using both descriptive quantitative and qualitative methods. The results indicate that the modeling learning model combined with poetry recitation videos significantly enhanced students' ability to understand the content of poetry. The average score increased from 74.78 to 78.6, exceeding the Minimum Mastery Criteria (KKTP). Improvements were observed in the ability to identify the theme, message, feeling, tone and atmosphere, as well as in the ability to summarize the overall content of the poem. Additionally, there was a positive change in student behavior, with learners becoming more active, confident, and enthusiastic during the learning process. The video presentations played an important role in enthusiastic during the learning process. The video presentations played an important role in stimulating students’ auditory perception and imagination (Arlindo et al., 2022), while the modeling approach encouraged both cognitive and affective engagement (Musfiroh & Kanzunnudin, 2022). These findings affirm that instructional strategies integrating inductive approaches and audio-visual media are effective in enhancing students’ literary appreciation competencies (Sayoga & Nurlatifah, 2023). This study provides practical insights for teachers in designing engaging and effective poetry lessons and recommends further research to examine the effectiveness of similar strategies in broader educational contexts (Utomo et al., 2023).

The This study uses a descriptive statistical approach to analyze the level of student satisfaction with campus facilities at the State Islamic University of North Sumatra. Data were obtained through an online questionnaire using a simple random sampling method with 36 respondents. The questionnaire covered four categories of facilities: general, technology and accessibility, academic support, and campus and infrastructure. The analysis involved calculating percentage, probability, mathematical expectation, variance, and standard deviation. The results showed that library comfort had the highest satisfaction score (expected = 4.06), while the Wi-Fi connection had the lowest score (expected = 3.06, deviation = 1.39), indicating dissatisfaction and an uneven perception. Other aspects, such as academic guidance by lecturers (expectation = 3.86), toilet facilities (expectation = 3.83), and laboratories (expectation = 3.72), showed good satisfaction levels. These findings provide a strong basis for the campus to improve low-scoring areas and maintain areas that meet student expectations.

The abolition of the National Examination (UN) as a national policy has marked a significant change in the education evaluation system in Indonesia. This policy was implemented with the aim of reducing psychological pressure on students and replacing it with a more holistic evaluation approach through the National Assessment (AN). However, this transformation has raised various issues, particularly regarding the aspects of equity and accountability in education quality. This study aims to analyze in depth the impact of the abolition of UN on the quality of educational evaluation by examining its implications for equitable access, fairness, and accountability systems at both national and local levels. This research uses a qualitative method with a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, analyzing various scholarly literature sources and relevant policy documents published between 2020 and 2024. The findings indicate that although the UN was abolished with the intention of promoting fairness and reducing academic stress, the implementation of AN has yet to ensure equitable implementation of educational evaluations across regions. Moreover, the absence of a standardized, open, and quantitative evaluation indicator such as the UN has weakened transparency and accountability in education, both in the public's perception and in policy-making processes. Therefore, a new evaluation system is needed—one that is not only diagnostic in nature but also ensures data transparency, equitable access, and strengthened public accountability functions in education.

This study aims to explore teachers' perceptions of challenges in the learning process for deaf students at SLB PGRI Kamal, Bangkalan. With a descriptive qualitative approach, data is collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. The results of the study show that teachers face challenges in the form of students' difficulties in understanding instruction, limited communication, and lack of pedagogical competence of teachers in special education. In response, teachers apply adaptive strategies such as the use of sign language, visual media, simplification of materials, and an individualized approach. The support of the school environment, such as conducive learning spaces and cooperation between teachers, also strengthens the effectiveness of learning. Teachers consider learning to be quite effective, especially for students who get emotional support and visual learning. This study recommends continuous training for teachers and strengthening cooperation between schools and parents to improve the quality of education for deaf students.    

This research analyzes the strategies and collaboration between guidance and counseling teachers and homeroom teachers in addressing problematic students at SMP Negeri 4 Medan. The background of this study highlights the importance of guidance and counseling services in supporting students’ personal and social development, especially during the critical transition period in junior high school. However, the implementation of these services often encounters obstacles such as negative perceptions, lack of formal guidelines, and professional challenges. Using a qualitative descriptive method through interviews, observations, and documentation, the research reveals that effective strategies include building positive relationships, early detection, preventive and curative interventions, and open communication with parents. The synergy between guidance and counseling teachers and homeroom teachers, through regular information exchange and coordinated intervention planning, significantly improves the management of problematic students. Nevertheless, challenges such as limited time, differences in role perceptions, and lack of structured communication forums still hinder optimal collaboration. The study concludes that comprehensive and coordinated collaboration is essential for effective management of student problems in schools.

According to data from the Central Java Social Welfare Service in 2006, it was recorded that 608,000 people experienced stress. UKK is one of the graduation requirements that is often a source of stress for vocational high school students, the perception that causes stress in students before the skills competency test (UKK) occurs in students at SMK Putra Jaya Center Batam, as many as 36 class XII KPR students admitted to experiencing academic stress before UKK, this study was conducted to determine how students perceive stress experienced by students before the competency test at SMK Putra Jaya Center Batam. The sampling technique used was Purposive sampling with 36 respondents. The results of the study obtained several themes, namely: 1) Student perceptions that consider UKK to be something that has a negative impact, has a stressful impact and also a self-defense mechanism before UKK. 2) Stress in students affects 2 aspects of each individual, namely Physiological and Psychological Aspects. The results of the study showed that students' perceptions of UKK as pressure that has a negative impact. Students' perceptions regarding stress experienced before UKK are negative perceptions of students that arise due to students' assessments or understandings that assume that UKK is a threat and pressure on students. This perception causes negative changes, namely that students experience physical stress and psychological stress.

This study aims to analyze the personality competence of ninth-grade teachers at SMP Negeri 23 Medan based on students' perceptions. The research employed a qualitative descriptive approach with data collected through observation and in-depth interviews involving nine purposively selected students. The findings reveal that most teachers demonstrated basic aspects of personality competence, such as punctuality and responsibility. However, several issues were identified, including emotional instability in handling classroom situations, favoritism, and the use of physical punishment as a disciplinary method. These findings indicate that teachers' personality competence still needs improvement, particularly in emotional regulation, fairness, and role modeling. The study recommends structured and continuous personality development programs for teachers to foster a positive classroom environment and support students' character development.    

The interest of PPAk students in obtaining Chartered Accountant (CA) certification can enhance their competitiveness and marketability in the workforce by providing additional evidence of competence beyond academic degrees, with the quality and expertise they possess. This research aims to determine the influence of understanding levels, career perceptions, and quality motivation on the interest of PPAk students in pursuing CA certification. The study was conducted at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Udayana University, as the best state university in Bali that offers a PPAk study program with quality graduate students, with a sample of 78 PPAk students selected using non-probability sampling method with saturated sampling technique. This research proves that, based on the Theory of Planned Behavior, the level of understanding regarding students career perceptions affects the interest of PPAk students in pursuing CA certification. Maslow's theory can be used as a basis for understanding the influence of motivating factors for PPAk students regarding CA certification. The Faculty of Economics and Business at Udayana University can benefit from this research by better understanding how understanding levels, career perceptions, and quality motivation affect PPAk students' interest in pursuing CA certification. This information can then be used to assess the factors influencing PPAk students' interest.  According to this study, PPAk students' interest in obtaining CA certification is positively and significantly impacted by their comprehension levels, career perceptions, and quality motivation.

Fans of noodle food among young people are increasing every year because consumers without seeing the risk of fast food that is often consumed every day will cause disease. The emergence of this research is to develop innovative judes persea noodles where the raw material of the product is made from avocado leaves and does not use preservatives so that it can be said to be healthy food. The research method used is a descriptive qualitative approach, which aims to understand consumer perceptions and buying interest in the innovation of healthy spicy noodles made from avocado leaves. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, including interviews with various groups such as teenagers, students, housewives, and healthy culinary actors. The results showed that the innovation of healthy spicy noodles made from avocado leaves has the potential to be accepted by the market because it contains bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, tannins, and saponins that function as antioxidants and antibacterials, and can increase the nutritional value and durability of the product naturally. In addition, consumer perception and buying interest in this product is quite high, supported by effective marketing strategies and the use of local natural ingredients. Moral Decadence due to the lack of understanding of National and State Awareness. One form that can be.

E-Learning media is an innovation that has made a huge contribution to changes in the learning process, the contribution in question is the role of E-Learning as a supplement, complement and substitute in learning activities. This research aims to determine the use and utilization of E-learning at UMLA. This research is a quantitative descriptive study with a cross sectional design. The research sample consisted of 220 UMLA students in semesters 2, 4 and 6, taken using the random sampling method. This research was tested with a questionnaire on the use of E-learning media which was validated with SPSS. Overall, the results showed satisfaction with students' perceptions of E-learning with a total score of 78.2%. The mean value of the satisfaction level component shows good results on student perceptions of the use of E-learning. The use of E-learning media by students is categorized as satisfied. Thus, it can be concluded that the use of E-learning as a learning medium is categorized as satisfactory, which can be seen from the research results with 5 indicators in the satisfied category.  

This study explores the stereotypes and prejudices held by Javanese students toward the Madurese ethnic group at the University of Trunojoyo Madura. Communication, as a fundamental social need, plays a crucial role in building relationships and understanding emotions. In the context of intercultural communication, differences in social and cultural backgrounds can trigger stereotypes that negatively affect interactions. To understand the perspectives of Javanese students in forming stereotypes about the Madurese, this research applies Standpoint Theory, which emphasizes that a person’s viewpoint is shaped by their social position and life experiences. This study employs a qualitative approach with a phenomenological paradigm, collecting data through in-depth interviews and observation. The findings reveal that Javanese students tend to perceive Madurese people as speaking harshly, although some acknowledge that such perceptions do not represent the entire ethnic group. Efforts to overcome stereotypes are made through increased interaction. This study highlights the importance of intercultural understanding in reducing misunderstandings and fostering

The purpose of this study was to examine how elementary school teachers perceive the use of digital learning resources in their lesson plans. Digital technology has many potentials to enhance students’ learning ability and engagement. This study combined case study methodology with qualitative approach. Interviews with several elementary school teachers were used to collect data. The results of the study showed that teachers have different opinions about digital learning resources. To deliver materials, increase students’ enthusiasm for learning, and provide a variety of learning materials, some educators viewed digital media as an interesting and successful medium. They also understood how important it is to incorporate technology into the current curriculum. However, other teachers expressed concerns about inadequate infrastructure as well. This study underlines the need for ongoing assistance in the form of instruction, provision of sufficient resources, and creation of a successful plan to integrate digital learning materials in elementary schools.