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This study analyzes the effectiveness of using Word Wall as a learning medium to enhance student’s understanding in English language learning, particularly on the topic of parts of the body. A Word Wall is a visual medium consisting of a collection of specific words displayed on a large wall or board in the classroom, helping students recognize, memorize, and understand vocabulary interactively. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method with a literature review approach, collecting and analyzing various relevant sources. The results indicate that Word Walls are effective in improving student’s vocabulary mastery, which is a crucial component of English language learning. Students using this medium showed increased activity, enthusiasm, and confidence in practicing speaking. Additionally, post-test scores were consistently higher than  pre-test scores, indicating significant improvement in understanding. This medium also enhanced students' learning outcomes, with the percentage of learning completeness increasing from the first to the final cycle in several classroom action research studies. Thus, Word Walls prove to be an effective and engaging learning medium for improving students' understanding and learning outcomes in English language education.

This study aims to analyze the role of Christian Religious Education Teachers in shaping the Emotional Quotient (EQ) of Alpha Generation children, as one of the efforts to welcome the Golden Indonesia 2045. The Alpha Generation that grows up in technological developments and global challenges requires high emotional intelligence to be able to adapt well in the future. using a qualitative method with a literature study approach, which collects theories and information from academically accountable sources such as books, journals, the Bible, and online media. The researcher selected relevant literature materials to discuss the role of Christian Religious Education teachers in shaping the emotional quotient (EQ) of Alpha Generation children. The main purpose of this study is to explore how PAK teachers can play a role in shaping children's EQ through a learning approach based on Christian religious values, as well as to find out the strategies and methods used in teaching to improve children's emotional intelligence. The results of this study are expected to contribute to the development of character education, especially in the context of Christian religious education, to support the achievement of the Golden Indonesia 2045 by producing a generation that is emotionally, socially, and spiritually intelligent.

This study discusses children's language acquisition from a psycholinguistic perspective with a focus on Meanlength of Utterance (MLU), word categories, and sentence patterns. Using a qualitative descriptive approach and case study, data were collected through participant observation, audio recording, speech transcription, and social context recording. The research sample consisted of three children aged 39, 47, and 50 months with Indonesian as their first language. The results showed that MLU values ​​increased with age, in accordance with Brown's theory, although there was individual variation. Analysis of word types showed that older children had a more diverse vocabulary, including nouns, verbs, adjectives, pronouns, and numerals. In addition, the sentence patterns used by children developed from simple structures such as SP to more complex structures such as SPOK. This study confirms that MLU can be an indicator of children's syntactic development and helps in language identification delays. The results of this study are expected to contribute to psycholinguistic studies and become a reference in the field of child language education and intervention

The purpose of this study is to determine and analyze the influence of financial performance on firm value with dividend policy as an intervening variable in manufacturing companies listed on the IDX for the period 2017-2022. This research uses a quantitative method with secondary data from manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) for the period 2017-2022. The sampling method used is purposive sampling, with data from the last 6 years from 28 manufacturing companies listed on the IDX during 2017-2022. The data analysis techniques used are descriptive statistical analysis, panel data regression models, and path analysis. The results of the study show significant variations in liquidity, solvency, profitability, dividend policy, and firm value among manufacturing companies listed on the IDX during 2017-2022. Liquidity and profitability show large variations, reflecting differences in financial management and performance, solvency is more stable with low debt levels. Dividend policy and firm value show large variations, reflecting differences in profit sharing strategies and market valuation. Liquidity (cash ratio) has a positive effect on dividend policy (DPR), solvency (DER) has a positive effect on dividend policy, profitability (ROE) has a positive effect on dividend policy (DPR), liquidity (cash ratio) has a positive effect on firm value (PBV), solvency (DER) has a positive effect on firm value (PBV), profitability (ROE) has a positive effect on firm value (PBV), dividend policy (DPR) has a positive effect on firm value (PBV), liquidity (cash ratio) is unable to mediate through dividend policy (DPR) on firm value (PBV), solvency (DER) is unable to mediate through dividend policy (DPR) on firm value (PBV), profitability (ROE) is unable to mediate through dividend policy (DPR). on firm value (PBV)

This study aims to improve the singing skills of sixth grade students at State Elementary School 173632 through the national song "Indonesia Raya". application of vocal techniques. This study uses a quantitative descriptive approach with a classroom action research (CAR) method approach which is carried out in several cycles, including the stages of planning, implementation of actions, observation, and reflection. The results of the study indicate that the systematic application of vocal techniques can improve the quality of students' singing. Diaphragm breathing exercises help students control their voices more stably, articulation techniques make song lyrics clearer, intonation exercises improve pitch accuracy, and expression techniques help students convey emotions in songs better. Data analysis shows an increase in the average singing skills of students from the category of sufficient to good after being given action. In addition, the results of observations show that the majority of students feel more confident and enjoy learning to sing with a vocal technique approach. Thus, this study can help improve students' vocal skills as well as knowledge for students and teachers as well as for readers.

Copyright of songs or music has proven to be able to open up almost limitless financial opportunities. It is difficult to determine how much a song is used for commercial purposes by parties other than the original creator. A major challenge in the music industry is the fair and transparent distribution of copyright royalties for songs. To address this issue, it is important to explore international best practices and case studies that reveal successful royalty distribution models and technology-based solutions for accurate tracking and payment. Important aspects of a fair and transparent royalty distribution model include transparency in revenue sharing, fair allocation based on popularity and usage of songs, and simplification of the royalty collection process through technology. The research method used is normative legal research. This research is prescriptive and applied. The method of collecting legal materials is by means of literature study and the legal materials used are primary legal materials and secondary legal materials. This study evaluates the effectiveness of the implementation of Law Number 28 of 2014 concerning Copyright and Government Regulation Number 56 of 2021. This study also identifies the legal, technical, and social challenges faced in protecting the rights of songwriters and ensuring fair royalty payments.

Drug abuse in today's young generation is one of the serious problems that has a very negative and very bad effect on the physical, social and future health of today's young generation. The purpose of the activity of socialization of the dangers of drug abuse for the young generation in Lumban Gurning Village is so that the young generation in Lumban Gurning Village can increase awareness and knowledge, and prevent drug abuse, and can build a healthy young generation and create a healthy environment. Drug abuse is one of the very serious problems in Indonesia, especially in the young generation. The method used in this socialization is the lecture and discussion method. In this socialization activity, the level of knowledge of people about drugs and the dangers of drugs has been quite good, but in their efforts to understand the prevention of drug abuse is still not good. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out socialization by trying to inform it maximally, especially in terms of strengthening topics and news about more effective ways of preventing the dangers of drugs, by carrying out socialization about drug abuse, it can help the people of Lumban Gurning Village to be more careful and understand more about what drugs really are. By understanding what drugs are, the community in Lumban Gurning village can prevent and overcome drug abuse.

This article is an attempt to find out the metamorphosis conception of the kiai's sarong gondelan, the proposition of Islamic education: the indeginiutas santri Nusantara, where the author has not found this theme before. The literature review setting is used through a qualitative descriptive approach to be further analyzed on the research subjects. The research findings show that the kiai's sarong gondelan is an education that contains an invitation to adhere to the teachings of Islam that have been taught by the kiai Nusantara, where they continue what was initiated by Walisongo. The teachings use a cultural approach that is sympathetic to the practice of Islam so that it is accepted by the Nusantara community. This researcher hopes that the results will contribute to Islamic education within the scope of teachings that describe rahmatan lil 'alamin. This research provides direction for further researchers to deepen their analysis in a wider area.

This service aims to optimize road signs in Nalela Village, Porsea District, Toba Regency, to improve accessibility for the community. Accessibility is an important factor in regional development, as it reflects how easily people can reach public services and economic opportunities. The research method used in this service article is descriptive qualitative, by conducting direct observation, in-depth interviews, and data analysis to understand the real conditions in the field. The results of the service showed that although most of the roads in the village were well paved, the lack of clear road signs resulted in confusion among road users. In this work program, HKBP Nommensen University KPPM students designed and installed informative and easy-to-understand road signs. This service successfully demonstrated that optimizing road signs can improve people's understanding in using the road and reaching various facilities. Hopefully, the results of this service can be a reference for similar efforts in other rural areas in Indonesia, so that accessibility becomes one of the priorities in regional development.

This study examines the Arabic language learning strategies at MTs Nurul Istifadah Gebangan, focusing on the implementation of audio-visual methods, educational games, and digital learning applications. The research employs a qualitative approach through interviews with the Principal (Sulhan Wahyudi), Vice Principal for Curriculum (Misbahus Sudur), Arabic Language Teacher (Muslihatul Ilfah), and a 10th-grade student (Budianto). The findings reveal that the audio-visual method enhances students’ comprehension and pronunciation through interactive videos, songs, and recorded conversations. Educational games, such as Arabic Scrabble and role-playing, make learning more engaging and boost students' motivation. The use of digital applications like Duolingo Arabic and Nahwu Shorof enables flexible learning both inside and outside the classroom. This study concludes that a combination of technology-based strategies and active interaction can improve students' interest and understanding of the Arabic language. As a recommendation, the school should further develop the use of AI-based media and blended learning methods to enhance learning effectiveness.

Registered letter summons plays an important role in the judicial system as a form of official notification to the parties involved in a case. However, at the Kasongan District Court, the process of sending summons releases still faces various obstacles that cause inefficiency, especially related to geographical factors, inaccuracy of destination addresses, and delays in delivery services. This study aims to analyze the factors that cause inefficiency in the delivery of registered letters and explore solutions that can improve the effectiveness of the summons system. The research method used is a normative sociological approach, which examines related regulations and the social impact of the ineffectiveness of the summons system. The results of the study indicate that geographical obstacles, imperfect address recording systems, and limited coordination between the court and delivery service providers are the main factors in summons inefficiency. To overcome these obstacles, it is necessary to implement technology optimization through an electronic summons system (e-Summon) and improve coordination with delivery service providers to ensure more accurate and efficient delivery of summons releases. With the reform of the summons system, it is hoped that the effectiveness of the trial can be increased and the principle of a simple, fast, and low-cost trial can be realized.

This research was conducted because there were problems among some of the class I0 students at subsidized elementary schools SMA is less enthusiastic when learning, there are students who are sleepy and there are also students who look passive and pay little attention to the teacher when explainin the lesson material, this is because students prefer to be in their own world such as drawing, talking and playing with his des mates, joking and making noise, these problems indicate weakness student’s motivation to study. Therefore, the class I teacher tries to create a pleasant class atmosphere by using the ice breaker game. The aim of this research is to reveal the types, impact and supporting and inhibiting factors carried out by class I teachers in using ice breaking. This research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive type. The results of the research are the type of ice breaking waht wase done was ice breaking, applause, shouts, songs, body movements and games. Impact of implementation ice breaking students are happy when the ice breaking is done, students are enthusiastic and more active in learning. Supporting and inhibiting factors for implementing ice breaking, supporting factors for students being happy when ice breaking is carried out, students become enthusiastic and more active in learning, the inhibiting factors are: different student characteristics and time constraints.

Idol or Aidoru (アイドル) is a term or another word for Idol in Japan which can be interpreted as a famous artist who can take part in various fields. Idol Oriana is a local idol from Solo who made their debut on August 28, 2023. But until now Oriana Idol only has an original song called Mayfly and Oriana Idol wants to well known. Oriana also make a music video for the song “Mayfly” to promote Oriana Idol more widely. Therefore, this research was made to create a music video as a promotional media for Oriana Idol. The result of this research is a music video as a promotional media. The music video focuses on the choreographed performance of the song “Mayfly” and the visuals of the members, with a short storyline. This reseacrh can be a solution for Oriana to promote Idol Oriana further.

This community service activity aims to provide health check-ups and awareness programs for fishermen in Galesong Takalar, Makassar, South Sulawesi. Fishermen are vulnerable to various health issues due to prolonged exposure to extreme weather conditions, lack of nutrition, and high physical workload. The program includes general medical check-ups, awareness sessions on occupational health risks, and distribution of basic health kits. The methods used involve community engagement, collaboration with local health centers, and participatory discussions. The results indicate increased health awareness and early detection of common diseases among fishermen, which can improve their quality of life and work productivity.

The song "Hujan" is one of the songs popularized by the band Utopia, a band from Indonesia. The band Utopia is known as a pop-rock music genre and Utopia was formed in the 2000s and the song "Hujan" is a song released in 2007 which has strong vocals and a melancholic melody that makes it one of the musical works that is interpreted as an expression of feelings of sadness and longing that are hard to forget. In addition to its touching melody, the strength of the lyrics of this song also lies in the use of language style and figures of speech that enrich the meaning and emotions that are intended to be conveyed. Then the rain of Utopia itself describes the mood and feelings buried in sadness and silence accompanied by the falling rain. Through the lyrics, the singer expresses deep feelings for someone who has left, while reminiscing about the beautiful memories that once existed and this song describes how rain becomes a friend of loneliness and sadness and becomes a reminder of the unforgettable past

This study aims to determine the process of making oil palm empty fruit bunch briquettes through variations in tapioca flour as an alternative material, through the stages of research which include briquette making, namely drying, carbonization and printing. Briquette characterization includes proximate tests, namely water content, ash content, calorific value and densit. From the results of the proximate test at a ratio of 91:9, it shows that the quality of oil palm empty  fruit bunch biochar briquettes with a moisture content of 7.07%, ash content of 8.769%, calorific value of 5850.2 cal/g and density of 0.55 g/cm3. The utilization of oil palm empty fruit bunches not only reduces waste, but also provides a solution for sustainable energy needs.

Fishermen are one of the worker groups with high occupational risks due to extreme weather, the use of traditional equipment, and the lack of safety standard implementation. Kampung Beru Village, located in Galesong District, Takalar Subdistrict, is a newly established village in 2022, where most of the population works as fishermen. Most fishermen admit that they have not yet implemented proper and appropriate safety management in their fishing activities. This is due to their limited knowledge of work safety standards. This habit is certainly very risky, considering the many potential dangers that can occur at sea. Therefore, this community service activity aims to provide education on the importance of safe behavior in ensuring fishermen’s safety through lectures and direct socialization. The results of this activity show an increase in the fishermen's understanding in Kampung Beru Village regarding the importance of applying safe behavior for their own safety.)

This research aims to analyze the use of figurative language in song lyrics. The research method employed is qualitative with a descriptive approach. Data were collected through a literature review of relevant books and journal articles. Content analysis technique was used to identify, classify, and describe the use of figurative language such as metaphor, simile, personification, hyperbole, repetition, antithesis, rhetorical question, litotes, and sarcasm in song lyrics. The findings indicate that these figurative language devices are used to enrich the text with emotional and aesthetic nuances. Metaphors and similes provide vivid and detailed imagery, while personification animates non-human objects. Hyperbole and repetition create dramatic effects and emphasis, whereas antithesis highlights contrasts and conflicts within the song's theme. Rhetorical questions engage listeners in reflection, while litotes convey meaning subtly yet effectively. Sarcasm is employed for sharp criticism and satire expressing dissatisfaction or disagreement. In conclusion, figurative language is a crucial element in song lyrics that enhances not only the text but also the appeal, expression, and meaning in the experience of listening to songs.  

The quote "We Must Be Old" from Fourtwnty is not just a song, but a journey within oneself. Through rich and meaningful lyrics, we are invited to reflect on life and the process of growing old. Like poetry that is pleasant to listen to, but also makes us think deeply. His choice of words is topnotch. "White hair", "creased forehead", and "low energy" describe the aging process that we all experience. These straightforward and touching words make us look back, look at the journey of our lives, and think about how precious the passing of time is. Apart from word choice, these lyrics are also good at playing with language styles. There are similes like "steps that used to be nimble, now are limping" and personifications like "time keeps turning around." This style of language not only makes the lyrics cute, but also reminds us that aging is a natural thing and we must accept it gracefully. The lyrics are neatly arranged and the sentences vary in length. There are short sentences that are catchy, there are also long sentences that are full of meaning. This combination makes the song enjoyable to follow and the moral message is even more touching to the heart. "We Must Be Old" is more than just a song. This is Fourtwnty's invitation to make us reflect on the meaning of life, accept aging, and understand how precious time is. Every second is precious and will never come back again.

This research aims to analyze the factors behind the rejection of land vacancy by recipients of land use rights in Numponi Village, East Malaka District, Malacca Regency. Employing an empirical legal research method, the study integrates primary data obtained through interviews and secondary data gathered from literature studies. The data were analyzed using a qualitative descriptive approach. The findings reveal that the refusal to vacate land stems from a combination of internal and external factors. Internal factors include claims made by the right holders over the land, fulfillment of tax obligations, and the perception of ownership by the recipients of use rights. Meanwhile, external factors involve economic interests, cultural values, the influence of a matrilineal customary system that is not yet fully understood by the disputing parties, and a general lack of public awareness regarding agrarian law and the necessity of formal land documentation such as certificates. The study highlights the critical need for better dissemination of agrarian legal knowledge and formal land administration practices within local communities to prevent future disputes and ensure legal certainty over land use rights.