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This study aims to describe the role of digital media in the dynamics of teaching and learning interactions in educational environments. The development of information and communication technology has brought about significant changes in the learning system, where digital media has now become an integral part of teaching and learning activities. The research method used was descriptive qualitative, with data collected through journals and books related to digital-based learning. The results indicate that digital media plays a significant role in increasing the effectiveness and flexibility of the learning process. Digital media helps teachers deliver material more engagingly, facilitates two-way communication between teachers and students, and supports faster and more efficient learning evaluation. However, the use of digital media also creates new dynamics, such as reduced direct social interaction and the emergence of challenges in maintaining student learning motivation. The effectiveness of digital learning is greatly influenced by teachers' digital literacy readiness, student discipline, and the support of school infrastructure and policies.

This study was conducted at MA PK Al-Azhar Sempu, Banyuwangi Regency.  The purpose of this study was to determine students' interest in reading, their enjoyment of reading during classroom learning, and their enjoyment of reading fiction and scientific books. The research method used in this study was descriptive,  and the type of research used was qualitative. The population in this study consisted of 86 students from grades X, XI, and XII. The sample used in this study consisted of 32 students, and the researcher employed two techniques: interviews and questionnaires. Based on the results of this study, it shows that students' reading interest is moderate or sufficient. Still, there is an opportunity for students to increase their reading interest by reading books that are easy to digest, such as novels, as well as the availability of additional facilities provided by the Madrasah, with additional support from teachers to motivate students to continue enjoying reading.

This community service activity aims to improve the quality of vocational education by strengthening the management of the Teaching Factory (TeFa) at SMK Muhammadiyah Purwodadi. This model requires active student involvement in the production of goods or services in accordance with workplace standards, thereby fostering technical, managerial, and professional competencies. The implementation method uses a participatory and collaborative approach, encompassing four main stages: (1) identifying the needs and readiness of target schools, (2) developing training materials based on the results of the needs analysis, (3) implementing TeFa management training using a problem-solving approach and hands-on practice, and (4) providing post-training mentoring and evaluation. The results of the activity demonstrated a significant improvement in the managerial and technical capabilities of TeFa managers. Based on the evaluation results, participants were able to develop a production management plan integrated with the curriculum. In addition, training participants successfully implemented the concept of industrial cooperation in learning activities. Positive impacts were also seen from the increase in student participation in production projects and the increasing variety of workshop service products managed by the School. Thus, this training model can be used as a reference for other vocational schools in developing productive, innovative, and competitive TeFa management.

The Community Service Program (KKN) was implemented with the aim of fostering and enhancing the entrepreneurial spirit and skills of Junior High School (SMP) students through an Entrepreneurship Workshop at SMP PAB 23 Bandar Klippa. This program was designed using a practice-based participatory learning approach (learning by doing), which positions students as active subjects in all stages of the activity, from planning, production, to product marketing. A total of 39 seventh grade students were directly involved in this activity. Through this experiential learning process, students had the opportunity to develop creative thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in a real-life setting. The evaluation results showed a significant increase in several entrepreneurial indicators, namely student self-confidence increased from 55% to 85%, communication skills from 60% to 88%, and interest in entrepreneurship from 50% to 83%. These findings prove that the practice-based learning method is effective in fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and independent character in students. Furthermore, this Community Service Program (KKN) activity demonstrates collaboration between universities and schools in implementing contextual and applicable entrepreneurship education. It also has the potential to be developed as a sustainable learning model to support the achievement of the Pancasila Student Profile, particularly in the dimensions of creativity, independence, and mutual cooperation.

Improving the quality of education has become a strategic issue in the management of educational institutions in the global era. One widely used approach is Total Quality Management (TQM), which focuses on continuous improvement, multi-stakeholder engagement, and stakeholder satisfaction. This study aims to analyze the implementation of TQM in education, specifically regarding implementation strategies, challenges, and opportunities faced by educational institutions. This study used a qualitative literature review method, examining five scientific articles published between 2020 and 2025. Data were obtained through searches on Google Scholar and Publish or Perish, then analyzed through screening and thematic coding. The study results indicate that the implementation of TQM contributes positively to improving the quality of learning, graduate quality, and internal quality assurance systems at various levels of education. The integration of Islamic values ​​and character is also a trend in the implementation of TQM in religious-based schools. In conclusion, it was found that most research is still case studies and limited to specific school contexts, thus not providing a comprehensive picture of the variation in TQM practices at various levels of education. Therefore, further comparative and integrative research is needed to strengthen understanding of the effectiveness of MMT in continuously improving the quality of education.

This research aims to evaluate how the optimization of the private learning system contributes to improving the understanding of Islamic values among students and the community in Peria-ria Village, Biru-Biru District, Deli Serdang Regency. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, this study explores how private learning methods are implemented in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) and how they impact learners’ comprehension, character development, and social awareness. Data were collected through direct observation, in-depth interviews with teachers, community leaders, and students, as well as documentation during the 2025 Independent Community Service (KKN Mandiri) program conducted by Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara. The findings show that private learning based on Islamic values effectively enhances students’ understanding of akidah, ibadah, and akhlaq in a more interactive and contextual way. The learning process encourages not only religious knowledge but also positive behavioral change, responsibility, and social solidarity within the community. Although this model requires consistent mentoring, it provides valuable insights for developing more adaptive and sustainable Islamic education strategies at the community level.

The reading This community service activity aims to improve students' environmental skills and science literacy through training in the production and application of liquid organic fertilizer (POC) made from Morinda citrifolia fruit at MTsN 1 Kota Palangka Raya. The activity was carried out in September 2025 using an educational participatory method that actively involved MBKM UIN Palangka Raya students and students in each stage of the activity. The implementation of the activity consisted of four main stages, namely preparation, socialization, POC production practice, and evaluation and reflection. Students were trained to process noni fruit into liquid fertilizer through a fermentation process using additional ingredients of brown sugar, clean water, and EM4 solution as a microbial starter. The results of the activity showed an increase in participants' understanding of the scientific concepts of the fermentation process, organic waste management, and the application of science in everyday life. The application of POC on pakcoy plants showed better vegetative growth compared to untreated plants, characterized by greener leaves and sturdier stems. This activity not only strengthened the critical and collaborative thinking skills of the students but also fostered an environmentally conscious attitude in line with the values of the Pancasila Student Profile. Thus, the training in making POC from noni fruit can be considered a best practice in the application of contextual learning based on ecology.

Education serves as an institutional mechanism that can accelerate the development of a nation's character. Factors influencing the decline of the Indonesian nation are the result of mental and moral decline, which occurs in both the older and younger generations, including within the government and among the wider community. These factors have resulted in the Indonesian nation experiencing setbacks in various positions in the world. To overcome this problem, the Indonesian nation needs to develop and build a life by instilling positive values ​​​​to develop good character and be able to compete with other countries in the era of globalization. Character education offers a great opportunity to implement the process of fostering and developing human beings, with education based on noble morals, namely Islamic education that integrates faith, sharia, and morals in a learning system that is based on Islamic morals and influences self-improvement. One of the advantages of Al-Islam for humanity is the creation of a comprehensive and consistent method for developing mentality, producing generations, building society and culture, and upholding the principles of glory and civilization. Child educators must continue to seek more effective methods, seeking informative educational rules in preparing children mentally and morally, scientifically, spiritually, and socially, so that children can reach perfect maturity.

This community service activity aims to improve the quality of students' reading of the Qur'an through the application of the Tilawati method with an Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach at TPQ Roudhatul Jannah, Sindangkerta Village, Pagelaran District, Cianjur Regency. TPQ previously did not have a structured tahsin learning method so that students' abilities developed unevenly. The implementation of the program is carried out through five stages of ABCD: discovery, dream, design, define & deliver, and destiny. Activities start from identifying community assets, compiling common expectations, training planning, implementing classical and individual Tilawati learning, to evaluating the sustainability of the program through munaqosah. The results showed an increase in the ability of students in the aspects of tajweed, makhraj, and fluency in reading. TPQ teachers are also able to master the Tilawati method so that learning can continue independently after the program is completed. In addition, this activity strengthens collaboration between the community, teachers, and volunteers in creating a more effective learning environment. This program proves that the empowerment of community assets and the application of the Tilawati method are able to improve the quality of tahsin of students while strengthening the sustainability of community-based Qur'an learning.

This community service program aims to improve the basic accounting literacy of the students (santri) at Pondok Pesantren Nurmadani NW Montong Lisung as a strategic effort to strengthen their financial independence. The program was initiated in response to the limited understanding of systematic financial management among santri, despite their involvement in various economic activities within the pesantren, such as the cooperative, canteen, and student organizations. The activities were carried out through four main stages: needs assessment, socialization of basic accounting concepts, financial record-keeping training, and evaluation accompanied by follow-up assistance. Interactive learning methods and experiential learning approaches were applied to ensure that participants not only understood theoretical concepts but were also able to practice them directly. The results showed a significant increase in the santris’ knowledge of the basic accounting equation, general journal, ledger posting, and preparation of simple financial statements. In addition to improved knowledge, there was also a positive shift in attitudes toward the importance of transparency, accountability, and sound financial governance. Several pesantren units began implementing the financial recording formats introduced during the training. Overall, this program successfully enhanced the technical skills and financial awareness of the santri and contributed to strengthening the pesantren’s financial management practices in a more professional and sustainable manner.

The community service program titled “Digital Literacy Transformation through Canva as a Strategic Step for Strengthening Education and Empowering the Potential of Susukan Village toward Independence” was implemented to enhance the digital literacy competencies of rural communities, particularly among youth. This initiative was motivated by the low level of digital-based educational literacy, limited use of interactive learning media, and the lack of promotional content supporting the creative economy in Susukan Village. The implementation method employed a community-based empowerment approach through five main stages: socialization, training, technology application, mentoring and evaluation, and the establishment of the Village Digital Literacy Center. The training was conducted through hands-on practice, including the introduction of basic Canva features, the creation of interactive learning media, and the development of village branding content. The results demonstrated a significant improvement in participants’ skills: 80% were able to produce at least three usable designs, 72% successfully created independent educational or promotional content, and participant satisfaction reached 91%. Moreover, participants’ digital literacy scores increased to 82.4 after the training. The establishment of the Village Digital Literacy Center serves as a strategic step to ensure program sustainability and autonomous knowledge transfer at the local level. Overall, this activity successfully promoted digital literacy transformation in Susukan Village, strengthened the community’s ability to utilize technology for education and local potential empowerment, and fostered an adaptive and self-reliant village in the digital era.  

This community service (PkM) was conducted to address problems related to the convergence law, sensitive periods, and developmental tempo among students (santri) at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Zainul Hasan 1 Genggong. The main issues included an imbalance in development (cognitive, emotional, social, and spiritual) due to fragmented learning approaches, missed stimulation during the sensitive periods, and a uniform approach that disregarded individual developmental tempo. The objective of this PkM was to provide an understanding of these concepts to both the students and the administrators, and to establish a more effective and adaptive learning approach. The methodology employed a qualitative approach with strategies such as participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and Focus Group Discussions (FGD), involving the Area D Administrators and students of Pondok MTs Zainul Hasan 1 Genggong. The results of the mentoring for Area D students demonstrated that their development became more balanced and integrated (convergence law), stimulation was provided during the appropriate sensitive periods, and mentoring was adjusted to the individual developmental tempo. These changes resulted in holistic progress, stronger skill formation among the students, and an increase in their learning motivation.

The quality of education is a crucial issue in human resource development, because the quality of educational services has a direct impact on learning outcomes, the relevance of graduates, and the competitiveness of the nation. However, the implementation of quality management in educational institutions still faces challenges in conceptual, strategic, and practical aspects. This article aims to answer the research question: how are the basic concepts of educational quality understood and implemented in the context of educational management in Indonesia? The method used is a literature review with a qualitative approach. Data were obtained from scientific articles sourced from Google Scholar and Publish or Perish with the keyword “basic concepts of quality.” Of the 22 articles found in the 2021–2025 range, five articles were selected through a screening and validation process for further analysis. The results of the study show three main themes. First, educational quality is understood as a quality standard that encompasses effectiveness, efficiency, and student satisfaction. Second, quality improvement strategies emphasize the role of Total Quality Management (TQM) and school-based management (SBM) involving all elements of educational institutions. Third, quality implementation is realized through academic management, learning quality, and a continuous monitoring system. The conclusion shows that education quality management is an integrated process, not only focusing on results but also on continuous improvement. Further research is recommended to expand the focus on the integration of digitalization in education quality monitoring.  

Relational bullying is a form of bullying that often occurs in the school environment and has a significant impact on the psychological and academic aspects of students. This research aims to analyze the influence of relational bullying on students’ interest in learning at various levels of education. The research method used is literature review by reviewing 11 relevant national journals indexed by Google Scoler, DOAJ and Sinta, which were published between 2018 and 2024. The results of the study show that relational bullying generally appears in the form of exclusion, spreading gossip, manipulation of social relationships, indirect mockery, and seniority behavior. The impacts caused include a decrease in academic confidence, increased anxiety and depression, loss of study concentration, and low student motivation and participation in class. This condition implies a decrease in learning achievement and student involvement in school activities. Based on the findings, it is concluded that relational bullying has a significant negative effect on students’ interest in learning. Therefore, prevention efforts are needed through the establishment of a positive school climate, strengthening the value of empathy, and the provision of sustainable counseling services to create a safe learning environment and support the development of students.

This study aims to analyze the effect of strengthening the Pancasila Student Profile on the development of students' character in Social Science (IPS) subjects at Madrasah Aliyah Alkhairat Bolangitang Barat. Strengthening the Pancasila Student Profile has become a key focus in the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum, which emphasizes the development of values such as religiosity, mutual cooperation, creativity, independence, global diversity, and critical thinking in students. This research uses a quantitative approach with a survey method, distributing questionnaires to 57 students. Data analysis was performed using simple linear regression with the help of SPSS to determine the contribution of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening variable (X) to students' character development (Y). The results show the regression equation Ŷ = 53.782 + 0.586X, indicating that every 1% increase in variable X will raise variable Y by 0.586. The positive regression coefficient indicates a significant and positive relationship between the two variables. The R Square value of 0.533 suggests that 53.3% of the variation in students' character is explained by strengthening the Pancasila Student Profile, while 46.7% is influenced by other factors outside the study. Thus, it can be concluded that the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening program plays an important role in improving students' character in IPS learning.

This study explores the function of the scientific approach and learning assessment as elements that strengthen the quality of education through a structured literature review. The review of various sources shows that the continuous application of the scientific method has a positive effect on improving students’ critical thinking, creativity, learning independence, and character development. Findings from several studies over the past decade support the effectiveness of implementing the scientific method at various educational levels, despite challenges such as limited time and learning resources. In addition, comprehensive learning evaluation not only measures final outcomes but also considers context, input, and process (CIPP model), thereby enhancing the relevance of learning objectives and student motivation. The literature review also highlights the importance of guidance and counseling (GC) as an integrative component that supports students’ academic, social, personal, and character development at both primary and secondary education levels. However, some studies identify challenges in implementation, such as students’ low reading interest and the dominant role of teachers, which can be addressed through STEM-based and blended learning models. Overall, the integration of GC with learning evaluation has the potential to realize holistic education that balances intellectual, emotional, social, moral, and spiritual intelligence, while preparing students to contribute effectively to society and the future workforce. These findings encourage the development of educational policies and learning practices that are more process-oriented, context-based, and focused on the holistic development of student competencies.

The rapid growth of social media has yielded vast digital traces with high potential for improving corporate forensic auditing. Their utilization, however, lags behind through technological reliability, privacy, and adherence to the law. The aim of this study is to explore effective utilization of social media digital traces in forensic auditing and develop a functional framework that lags neither behind through technological efficiency nor adherence to the law and ethics. A mixed-method design was utilized, combining quantitative machine learning analysis with qualitative document analysis and semi-structured interview insight. Quantitative data drawn from social media digital traces were processed using Random Forest algorithm with SMOTE for class balancing, while qualitative data were processed using thematic analysis. The results indicated high model performance with 91.3% accuracy and AUC-ROC of 0.94, together with three emergent themes: digital integration, ethics and privacy, and regulation and legality. The results demonstrate that digital footprints may serve as an effective early and reliable indicator for fraud detection, provided they are accompanied by clear regulatory and ethical frameworks. Its principal contribution lies in the development of an operational model that combines machine learning with legal and ethical perspectives, a new strategy which matures methodological refinement and practical application in today's forensic auditing.

Holding a socialization activity to teach 6th grade students at SD 014662 the habit of saving money from an early age. This activity aims to foster students' interest in saving money. Character education, including learning about money and the habit of saving money from an early age, is the main basis for this activity because many elementary school students are still not interested in saving money. The main objectives of this outreach program are to raise awareness of the benefits of saving, encourage students to get into the habit of saving, train them in self-control, introduce them to basic financial services, and enhance their creativity by making piggy banks from recycled materials. The program implementation method is divided into several stages, namely coordination, media preparation, outreach, and piggy bank making. This activity was carried out face-to-face at SD 014662 Desa Perk.Gunung Melayu. The target of this activity was 6 sixth-grade students of SD 014662 aged between 11 and 12 years old. Various activities were carried out, including presenting material on the definition, benefits, and socialization of how to save money. In addition, there were also practical activities, namely making piggy banks from used cans and determining savings targets. The savings socialization activity was carried out smoothly and succeeded in arousing students' interest in saving money. They also gained a better understanding of the meaning, benefits, and methods of saving money. All sixth-grade students appeared enthusiastic and interested, listening attentively to the material and actively asking and answering questions. The activity of making and decorating piggy banks from used cans also successfully stimulated the students' creativity. In addition, students began putting their remaining pocket money into the piggy banks and setting savings targets, indicating a shift in habits from being consumptive to being more economical. From the results of these activities, it can be concluded that socializing the habit of saving from an early age with a practical and interactive approach is very effective in increasing interest and forming disciplined habits in managing children's money.

The problem addressed in this community service project is the low understanding of PKBM Permata Paket B students in applying mathematics to everyday life. The objective of this study is to improve students' understanding of mathematics through context-based learning, as well as to stimulate their interest and independence in solving problems involving numbers. The method used is a contextual teaching approach involving group discussions, problem-solving exercises, and real-life problem applications. The results show that context-based mathematics learning significantly improved students' understanding of budgeting, expenses, and personal finance management. Students also showed increased active participation in learning activities and a better ability to connect mathematical theory with practical problems in their daily lives. This program also had a positive impact on social empowerment, increasing students' independence in managing their daily lives. However, challenges related to understanding more complex concepts remain, and it is recommended to use more varied methods and extend the learning time in the future.

This study aims to analyze the strategy of using Spinning wheel media in introducing hijaiyah letters to early childhood at TK Negeri Harmonis. The research employed a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. The subjects of this study were group B teachers and students, with data collected through observation, interviews, documentation, and triangulation to ensure data validity. The findings indicate that the Spinning wheel media effectively increases children’s enthusiasm, motivation, and concentration in recognizing hijaiyah letters. The learning process becomes more interactive since children are directly involved in the game, which is presented in an enjoyable way. Furthermore, this media helps teachers deliver materials in a more varied and engaging manner, avoiding monotonous approaches and better aligning with the developmental characteristics of early childhood. Thus, the Spinning wheel has proven to be an effective innovative learning strategy that enables children to recognize, memorize, and understand hijaiyah letters more quickly. This study emphasizes the importance of utilizing creative media to enhance the quality of early childhood education, particularly in the aspect of religious literacy.