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Critical thinking skills are essential for developing quality individuals, as mandated by Law No. 20 Year 2003. Effective learning should integrate material with the context of local wisdom. This study aims to design a valid and reliable critical thinking skills test incorporating science content oriented to Tri Hita Karana local wisdom for use in primary school education, particularly for fourth-grade students. This research adopts a development methodology based on the steps outlined by Borg and Gall. The process consists of seven stages, starting with research and information gathering and concluding with product revision. An extensive trial was conducted during the seventh stage to finalize a valid and reliable critical thinking skills test. The results indicate that the developed test, comprising 30 items, is both valid and reliable, with a reliability coefficient of 0.89, indicating a very high level of reliability. The study successfully created a critical thinking assessment tool that integrates science content with Tri Hita Karana local wisdom. In conclusion, this research contributes to the development of a robust critical thinking skills test for fourth-grade primary school students. By incorporating local wisdom, particularly Tri Hita Karana, into the learning process, the test promotes the integration of cultural context into education. This contribution is significant for enhancing the educational experience and fostering critical thinking among students.

This research aims to examine the influence of teaching talent on student learning outcomes. The research method used is a quasi-experimental research method. The research design uses Factorialized (2x2) Version of the Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The research sample was 140 prospective teacher students at Malang State University, Indonesia. The data analysis technique uses the Analysis of Variances/ANOVA two factor experiment technique. The research conclusion states that differences in teaching talent influence differences in student learning outcomes with an F count of 237,333, significant at p<0.05 and a relatively strong effect size of 0.440. There is a significant difference in the learning outcomes of students who have strong teaching talents compared to the learning outcomes of students who have weak teaching talents. The average value of the subject learning outcomes of the group of students who have strong teaching talents is greater than the average value of the subject learning outcomes of the group of students who have weak teaching talents. Overall, this research contributes to understanding the influence of students' teaching talents in improving learning outcomes which ultimately results in their quality as prospective teachers.

Effective communication is an important requirement for all individuals, and everyone wants smooth and seamless interactions. However, persistent communication barriers are a common problem, even in communication contexts involving deaf students. The main objective of this research is to determine the inhibiting and supporting elements in the communication process between teachers and deaf students in the SLBN Sungai Banyak City. Using qualitative descriptive methods and a phenomenological approach, the findings of this research identify physical and semantic barriers as inhibiting factors, while clarity, accuracy, context awareness, and cultural considerations are supporting elements. This research is important because it can provide valuable guidance and recommendations for educators who want to understand communication challenges and improvements when interacting with their students.  

Background: Spinal anesthesia is a procedure that involves administering drugs through the lumbar interspinous gap into the subarachnoid space. Hypothermia, a condition in which the body's core temperature drops below 36°C, carries a higher risk in the elderly and can cause serious perioperative complications. Body Mass Index (BMI) is an important parameter used to assess nutritional status, closely related to obesity and body fat mass, and can influence the body's response to anesthesia. Objective: This study aims to identify the relationship between hypothermia and age and BMI in post-spinal anesthesia patients at RSI Muhammadiyah Tegal. Method: This observational research with a cross-sectional design involved 73 samples selected through purposive sampling, with data analyzed using the Spearman Rank test to test the correlation between variables. Results: Most respondents were aged 19-44 (60.3%) and female (71.2%). As many as 58.9% of respondents experienced mild hypothermia, and 49,3% had normal BMI (18.5-25.5). The Spearman Rank test results showed a significant relationship between hypothermia and age and BMI after spinal anesthesia (p=0.008, P<0.05). Conclusion: There is a substantial association between hypothermia and age and BMI post-spinal anesthesia, indicating the importance of monitoring these factors perioperatively to reduce the risk of possible complications

Clean and Healthy Living Behavior (PHBS) is a form of healthy living orientation in individual, family, and community culture, which aims to improve, maintain, and protect their health both physically, mentally, spiritually, and socially. PHBS Clean and Healthy Living Behavior aims to provide learning experiences or create conditions for individuals, groups, and families, by opening channels of communication, information, and education to improve knowledge, attitudes, and behavior so that people are aware, willing, and able to transmit clean and healthy living behavior. Healthy. Through PHBS, it is hoped that people can recognize and overcome their problems and can implement a healthy lifestyle by maintaining, maintaining, and improving their health. A preliminary survey of PBHS indicators in Lawe Loning Aman Village, Lawe Sigala-Gala District, Southeast Aceh Regency, revealed that there are still many people in Lawe Loning Aman Village, Lawe Sigala-Gala District, Southeast Aceh Regency who have not implemented PHBS. This research aims to analyze the impact of health promotion on changes in clean and healthy living behavior (PHBS) in the household environment in Lawe Loning Aman Village, Lawe Sigala-Gala District, Southeast Aceh Regency, in 2023. Meanwhile, for data collection, the type of research used is quantitative with this Quasi-experiment research design using one group pretest-posttest. The instrument used was an observation sheet which was distributed to 30 respondents. The results of data analysis show that health promotion has an impact on several changes, namely the behavior of weighing babies every month (p = 0.000), hand washing behavior (p = 0.000), the behavior of using clean water (p = 0.000), the behavior of using healthy toilets (p = 0.000), mosquito larva eradication behavior (p=0.000), fruit and vegetable consumption behavior (p=0.000), physical activity behavior (p=0.000), non-smoking behavior (p=0.005). Apart from that, two variables cannot be directly influenced by health promotion, namely delivery behavior with the help of health workers (p=0.489) and exclusive breastfeeding behavior (p=0.320). Based on the findings of this research, it is recommended that health workers and other health promotion organizers improve PHBS behavior in the home environment and again interventions can be carried out aimed at further improving hygiene to avoid various diseases.

Students have difficulty designing or writing manuscripts that will be published in accredited national journals. The purpose of this service is to provide solutions with training and mentoring activities for female students who will or are writing accredited scientific journal manuscripts by utilizing Chat GPT management both theoretically and practically. The action learning method, which consists of several stages starting with preparation, implementation, and evaluation, is the method used in this service, which is carried out face-to-face. The results of this service have a very significant impact on female students in making national journal manuscripts, starting from making titles to pamphlets with Chat GPT management. This can be seen from the test results before and after the training

This research investigates the role of Public Relations (PR) in forming positive perceptions of TikTok Shop as an increasingly dominant e-commerce platform. This research involves analysis of PR communication strategies, image management, and interactions with stakeholders designed to create positive perceptions among consumers. Qualitative research methods were used to deepen understanding of how PR contributes to the formation of a positive image and relationship at TikTok Shop. The findings of this research highlight the importance of a proactive approach in responding to issues that can influence consumer perceptions of TikTok Shop.

The Break Even Point (BEP) analysis can be used by company management to determine product pricing, establish minimum sales, set sales targets, and plan desired profits. The objective of this research is to analyze the determination of the selling price of a production item using the Break Even Point (BEP) method. This research was conducted using a quantitative descriptive method through a cas study approach that employed Break Even Point (BEP) analysis calculations. The results of this research indicate that for the rice flour product of PT AMM, the Break Even Point (BEP) is reached at a sales amput of Rp. 2.129.816.330,-. At this break event point, the selling price of the product is determined to be Rp. 36,975,-, with a total quantity sold of 57,600 units. The sales level, with a variable expense ratio of 87%, allows the company to set the selling price of the product at the break even point (BEP) unit itself is 57.610 units that need to be sold. PT AMM has a profit target of Rp. 20.000.000,- must be made. This is because of the high variable costs; therefore, to achieve a high profit target, additional variable costs must be incurred.

This research aims to explore public responses regarding the existence of mental health applications. This research was conducted using descriptive qualitative phenomenological methods. This research uses a phenomenological approach with data collection techniques using focus group discussions and interviews. The object of this research was students aged 16-22 years and who had experience with mental health. The data obtained came from 8 people in FGDs and 16 people in interviews with a trial period of 3-4 weeks. The results of the research show that the user interface has an effect on the user's perspective, application performance has an effect on the intention to use it continuously, emotional release has an effect on changes in individual behavior.

Bullying is a form of violence that occurs in teenagers. Bullying is a form of violent behavior with the power to hurt a person or group verbally, physically or psychologically. The impact that victims of bullying have is having various mental problems and physical health complaints. Therefore, social support from the family is really needed by victims of bullying. This research is a qualitative study which aims to obtain an overview of family social support for adolescent victims of bullying so that they can restore their social functioning and regain trust. himself so that he can carry out his role in society as usual. The data source selection technique used in this research uses Qualitative methods using verbal data obtained by researchers can reveal information in more depth. So, researchers can describe the psychological dynamics of victims of bullying behavior among teenagers at school. Where the approach cannot be expressed by numbers or quantitatively.  The research results show that social support has an important role in protecting victims of bullying from psychological and physical illnesses. However, support from the family has several inhibiting factors, including rejection and withdrawal from the victim. Apart from that, family busyness, indifference or ignorance are also factors inhibitor.

This research was conducted to measure the brand equity of four geprek chickens in Serang, namely Geprek Bensu Serang Timur, Ayam Geprek Bun Bun Pakupatan Serang, Ayam Geprek Panglima, and Ayam Geprek Labbaik Chicken Pakupatan Serang. The population in this study were Geprek Chicken consumers in Serang. Using Aaker’s 4 variable method, namely brand awareness, brand association, impression of quality, and brand loyalty. The results of this research revealed that Ayam Geprek Bensu east Serang had the brand awareness that was most remembered by respondents, the brand association for Ayam Geprek Bensu east Serang was the most positive, and brand loyalty was the highest. Meanwhile, Ayam Geprek Labbaik Chicken has the impression of the best quality.

his research aims to analyze the financial performance assessment of PT Angasa Pura I for 2018-2022 using profitability ratios and activity ratios. This research is descriptive research which is studied quantitatively. The variables in this research are Financial Performance, Profitability Ratios and Activity Ratios. The population in this research is all financial reports at PT Angkasa Pura I. The sample for this research is the financial position report, assets, sales and profit and loss report of PT Angkasa Pura I for 2018-2022. Based on the results of financial data analysis of PT. Angkasa Pura I, as measured by financial data analysis, namely profitability and activity ratios from the 2018-2022 financial reports, can be concluded that the financial performance of PT. Angkasa Pura I had good performance in 2018 to 2019 but experienced a decline in 2020 to 2021 respectively which was caused by certain factors, one of which was external factors, namely the presence of Covid-19. However, the company PT. Angkasa Pura I has tried to improve the company's performance as assessed by the level of profitability and activity ratios which show good value in 2022 even though the profit generated is still negative.

Cross-infection is one of the main risks faced in medical procedures, including tooth extraction in health facilities such as the dental clinic of the Health Center. This infection can occur through direct contact with blood, saliva, or non-sterile medical equipment, as well as through transmission from patients to medical personnel or vice versa. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of efforts to prevent and control cross-infection in tooth extraction procedures at the Dental Clinic of the Kassi - Kassi Health Center. The methods used in this study include counseling to medical personnel regarding cross-infection prevention protocols, including hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and sterilization of equipment. Evaluations were conducted before and after counseling through questionnaires filled out by the participants. The evaluation results showed a significant increase in understanding, awareness, and implementation of cross-infection prevention protocols. Before counseling, only 60% of participants had a good understanding of cross-infection, while after counseling, this figure increased to 90%. Improvements were also seen in awareness of hand hygiene, knowledge of PPE use, sterilization procedures, implementation of SOPs, and handling of high-risk patients. The conclusion of this study shows that counseling and strict implementation of protocols can significantly reduce the risk of cross-infection in tooth extraction procedures. Therefore, it is recommended that similar counseling be held routinely to ensure consistent and sustainable implementation of infection prevention in the Puskesmas environment.

Community service is a tangible manifestation of a spirit of caring for others. In the context of special needs education, the State Special School in Banjarbaru City faces several challenges, especially in the assessment process of special needs children. Limitations in human resources in terms of teaching staff and technology, as well as conventional assessment methods, are the main obstacles. The solution came in the form of the Special Needs Children Assessment Application called APBAKUS in 2018. Community service through training and socialization of APBAKUS usage in 2019 encouraged the application's utilization. The results of the community service were highly positive, evident in increased efficiency in assessment timing, more coordinated data management, and the improved capabilities of teachers in overcoming obstacles. The APBAKUS application played a crucial role in enhancing the quality of educational services at the State Special School in Banjarbaru City, enabling teachers to provide better services tailored to the needs of special needs children. Thus, community service reflects the spirit of assisting and improving the quality of education for children who require special attention within the community.

Hospital service quality management is a crucial aspect of the healthcare service system, aimed at ensuring that every patient receives safe, effective, and high-quality care. In the era of global competition and rising patient expectations, hospitals are required not only to provide adequate healthcare services but also to continuously and sustainably improve the quality of their services. Good quality management assists hospitals in identifying, measuring, and improving areas that require enhancement, as well as ensuring compliance with service standards set by accreditation bodies and regulators. With effective quality management, hospitals can reduce medical risks, enhance patient satisfaction, and ultimately strengthen the institution's reputation. This approach also plays a vital role in optimizing resource utilization and improving operational efficiency, which ultimately contributes

The aim of the community service activity is "Socialization and Education of Sharia Banking Products for UMKM". This socialization aims to educate about sharia banking products so that they can know and understand sharia banking products so that it is hoped that a lot of knowledge and information will be absorbed by respondents, in this case are UMKM actors in Tanah Grogot. During educational outreach related to Sharia Banking, the team distributed questionnaires to respondents or participants in the socialization for UMKM actors to analyze based on the answers of respondents who attended the socialization. From the results of the socialization, the understanding of UMKM actors towards Islamic banks is sufficient. This can be proven by 15 respondents or (83.33%) who answered Yes, Fairly Understand. This shows that of the 18 UMKM actors who attended the socialization, they had sufficient understanding regarding Islamic banks and The Products. This means that the education that has been provided by the community service team has been quite successful in increasing the insight and knowledge of UMKM players and it is hoped that it can increase public awareness, especially UMKM players in Tanah Grogot, to carry out minimum savings transactions at sharia banks. Apart from that, one of the biggest obstacles in Sharia Bank transactions is the lack of available ATM networks, which makes UMKM players still hesitant to become interested in becoming Sharia Bank customers. This was proven by the UMKM players who attended the socialization, 9 respondents or 50% still Hesitance to become a sharia bank customer is due to the fact that the ATM network is not large, which is one of the factors why there are still many who are not interested in becoming sharia bank customers. From the results of the community service activity "Socialization and education of sharia banking products for UMKM in Tanah Grogot" it can be concluded that the presenters were able to educate the UMKMs who attended the socialization very well. This was proven by 11 respondents or 61.11% who responded that the material presented by the lecturers related to sharia banking product education was very good so that UMKM players could gain understanding and knowledge about sharia banking contracts and products which they hoped would be equipped with this knowledge. applied in sharia-based economic life.

Banjarmasin City Regional Regulations Concerning Non-Smoking Areas is a rule made by the Government to reduce violations committed by the community, but in reality there are still many who violate these rules. In this service activity, we discuss the effectiveness and factors that occur in the field. This activity focuses on two problem formulations, namely, how effective is the Banjarmasin City regional regulation Number 7 of 2013 concerning non-smoking areas in university areas in Banjarmasin, what are the factors that influence the effectiveness of Banjarmasin City regional regulation Number 7 of 2013 concerning non-smoking areas.

The aim of this community service is to improve the skills of students at SMK Negeri 2 Kutacane in maximizing Media Marketplace Technology. Where these skills can provide benefits to students in improving their skills in entrepreneurship and increasing income. The problem faced by the service team is the lack of insight by students in using Marketplace Technology. Participants who took part in the activity were students and student supervisors in the school's BLUD program who were active in using their smartphones. In this digital era, all activities are online. With optimal knowledge, matters will be easier both within the school environment and outside parties. There is a lot of potential for students at school that can be promoted online. Several marketplaces can be an option according to your needs. This community service activity not only explains the material but also directly provides practice via the participants' smartphones. BLUD students must have high creativity in improving a more decent life, improving and advancing the school. Students and the local environment will experience many things if they master the use of smartphones optimally and truly according to their needs. The most important thing is that the income based on purchases will increase. The participants were very enthusiastic about participating in the activities, both delivering material and training in the use of Marketplace Technology.

Access to justice is a fundamental right that is still difficult to reach by rural communities, including in Deme Dua Village and Bubalango Village. Paralegals play an important role in providing legal assistance for people who have limited access to professional advocates. This study aims to analyze the strengthening of the role and function of paralegals in improving access to justice in the two villages. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a descriptive method to understand the dynamics of paralegals' roles in resolving legal disputes and the challenges they face. The results showed that paralegals contribute to legal education, conflict resolution through mediation, and legal assistance for vulnerable groups. However, they face obstacles such as limited resources and lack of recognition from the formal legal apparatus. In conclusion, strengthening the role of paralegals can improve access to inclusive justice in rural communities, but needs policy support and more systematic training.

Degenerative diseases are chronic diseases that affect a person's quality of life. There are various degenerative diseases that should be treated as early as possible, such as diabetes mellitus, high blood pressure, heart stroke and other degenerative diseases. Indonesia bears a double burden of disease in the health sector, namely infectious diseases are still rampant and coupled with chronic degenerative diseases. Efforts to promote health are very important in efforts to prevent degenerative diseases in adolescence. This health promotion is carried out in adolescents because of the unhealthy lifestyle of adolescents, this can be seen from the smoking habits of adolescents and the habit of eating unhealthy foods or snacks carelessly, lack of consumption of vegetables and fruits, and minimal physical activity such as sports in efforts to prevent degenerative diseases in adolescents. The purpose of this activity is to increase knowledge about the prevention of degenerative diseases among adolescents and as an effort to overcome the problem of the emergence of degenerative diseases in adolescence. The results of community service activities show an increase in average knowledge from 6.61 to 13.80 and an increase in attitudes from 9.61 to 14.47. Community service activities can be carried out well, this is seen from the smooth running of the event and the participation of teenagers. Improving the quality of health needs to be done by raising awareness and increasing education for teenagers about preventing degenerative diseases.