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This study examines the education systems of Japan and the United States with the aim of identifying their main characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses in addressing global challenges. The Japanese education system emphasizes discipline, cooperation, and character building as the foundation for academic achievement and moral development. Meanwhile, the American education system prioritizes creativity, freedom of expression, and an individual-centered approach that encourages critical thinking and innovation. The comparison reveals fundamental differences in educational philosophy and classroom practices, particularly in curriculum design, teacher-student interaction, and assessment methods. Despite these differences, both systems share a common vision of preparing competent and adaptable generations capable of contributing to the global society. The findings of this study are expected to provide valuable insights for the development of Indonesia’s education system, especially in formulating policies that combine Japan’s strong character-based education and the United States’ innovation-oriented learning. By integrating these strengths, Indonesia can create a more holistic and globally competitive education framework suitable for the 21st century.

This study aims to analyze the negative impact of learning pressure on early childhood development at Raudhatul Athfal (RA) Mawadah Warahmah Medan. The background of this research is based on the increasing academic demands on early childhood, particularly in reading, writing, and arithmetic skills, which are often inconsistent with their developmental stages. The research employed a qualitative method with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that learning pressure negatively affects several aspects of child development, such as causing learning stress, reducing intrinsic motivation, limiting creativity, and hindering social- emotional growth. These findings emphasize that early childhood education should focus on play-based approaches, exploration, and holistic potential development rather than solely on academic achievement. The contribution of this research is expected to provide valuable insights for teachers, parents, and educational institutions regarding the importance of reducing academic pressure and implementing learning methods aligned with the principles of early childhood education.

Millions of people suffer from malaria, one of the most serious parasitic diseases that threatens human life and causes high rates of morbidity and mortality, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. Traditional diagnostic methods, such as blood smear examination, which can be performed using a microscope, face many challenges due to the inaccuracy of manual analysis and the reliance on individual skills. Therefore, the use of machine learning or deep learning algorithms to automate malaria detection offers promising solutions to improve accuracy, reduce diagnosis time, and enhance scalability. In this paper, a multi-class convolutional neural network (CNN)-based model is designed to classify cells infected with Plasmodium falciparum (P. falciparum) and Plasmodium vivax (P. vivax) and uninfected cells from blood smears, as most severe cases and deaths are caused by P. falciparum and P. vivax. This is achieved by building and training a CNN from scratch, rather than using transfer learning from pre-trained models. The proposed network was trained and tested on the Kaggle dataset, which consists of 27,558 images of infected and uninfected individuals. These images were divided into 13,779 images of uninfected individuals, 6,890 images of individuals with P. falciparum malaria, and 6,889 images of individuals with P. vivax malaria. The images were preprocessed using several operations, including blurring, denoising, and morphological processing. The proposed model achieved the best evaluation accuracy when compared with other deep learning algorithms, with an accuracy rate of 96.5%, a sensitivity rate of 95%, a specificity rate of 97.6%, and an F1-score rate of 96.5%. These results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed model as a tool to assist clinicians in malaria diagnosis, reducing reliance on manual analysis.

Kreo Village, located in Larangan District, Tangerang Regency, still relies heavily on very traditional communication methods in daily life. While this approach reflects local wisdom and strong cultural values, the changing times demand a digital transformation, especially in the field of communication. With the rapid advancement of digital technology and the growing quality of human resources in the village, the need for a more modern communication system is becoming increasingly important. One potential solution is the use of artificial intelligence technology such as ChatGPT. ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) is a language model based on AI developed by OpenAI. This technology can understand and generate natural language interactively, similar to human conversation. By integrating ChatGPT into community communication activities, Kreo Village can speed up access to information, facilitate the exchange of ideas and opinions, and bridge the existing digital gap. In addition, ChatGPT can also be used as an educational tool to help residents understand digital technology, support learning activities, and strengthen community participation in village development. Through this initiative, Kreo Village can move toward becoming a more inclusive, adaptive, and competitive digital village in the modern era.

This community service program aimed to enhance students’ pharmaceutical literacy through the introduction of drug classification logos at SMP Muhammadiyah 04 Pangkatrejo. The background of this activity was the low level of drug-use literacy among adolescents, often leading to irrational self-medication. The activity employed a quantitative descriptive design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach. Educational interventions included interactive counseling, PowerPoint presentations, visual media using logo sticks, and pretest–posttest evaluation. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ knowledge (p = 0.000), with mean scores increasing from 58% to 81% after the intervention. The highest gain was observed in the recognition of logo colors and drug classifications. Satisfaction analysis revealed that 96% of participants expressed satisfaction with the learning process, especially regarding material clarity and the presenters’ readiness to answer questions. The study concludes that participatory educational methods and visual media effectively improve rational drug-use awareness among junior high school students. Future programs are recommended to expand similar activities to other schools and integrate digital media for sustained impact on public health literacy.

The researcher used a qualitative descriptive research type at Robbaniyyin Middle School. The data sources were all 24 students in grade IX of Robbaniyyin Plus Middle School, Islamic Religious Education teachers and the Principal. Data collection instruments were observation, interviews and documentation studies. The results of this study indicate that there is student learning activity in the Islamic Religious Education learning process in grade IX of Robbaniyyin Middle School, namely students are active in writing, reading, speaking, listening, moving, discussing and asking and answering questions. Meanwhile, the factors that influence students in increasing their learning activity are from within the students, namely: healthy physique, having strong attention, perception and memory. From outside the students, namely: a place far from the sound of vehicles, facilities namely personal stationery, a clean room and a clean classroom whiteboard, then the teacher's varied learning methods such as the lecture method with the material of faith in Allah SWT, the practice method with the material of reading and writing the Quran and the method of presentation with the material of congregational prayer.

English literacy at early childhood is a crucial foundation for language development, cognitive growth, and academic readiness. TK Desa Bagi 01, despite its high academic achievements, faces several challenges in teaching English, including a busy daily schedule, limited learning time, and restricted access to interactive learning media. This community service program was designed to address these challenges by introducing English literacy to young learners in a creative and engaging manner while simultaneously enhancing teachers’ skills in employing interactive and contextually relevant teaching media. The program employed several methods: observation of current teaching practices, planning and development of creative learning media such as flashcards, posters, storybooks, and puppets, implementation of learning activities through play-based approaches, and evaluation of student and teacher outcomes. The results indicate a significant increase in student enthusiasm, active participation, and comprehension of basic English vocabulary. Teachers also demonstrated improved creativity and confidence in using various teaching media to support literacy learning. This program shows that English literacy can be effectively fostered in early childhood using simple, locally relevant, and sustainable media. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of teacher development in enhancing the quality of English learning in rural school contexts. Overall, the initiative provides a practical model for integrating interactive English literacy education in early childhood settings with long-term potential for rural education improvement.

Chronic diseases such as chronic kidney disease (CKD), diabetes, and heart disease remain major causes of mortality worldwide, highlighting the need for accurate and interpretable diagnostic models. However, conventional machine learning methods often face challenges of limited generalization, feature redundancy, and class imbalance in medical datasets. This study proposes an integrated classification framework that unifies three complementary feature paradigms: classical tabular attributes, deep latent features extracted through an unsupervised Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) encoder, and quantum-inspired features derived from a five-qubit circuit implemented in PennyLane. These heterogeneous features are fused using a feature-wise attention mechanism combined with an AdaBoost classifier to dynamically weight feature contributions and enhance decision boundaries. Experiments were conducted on three benchmark medical datasets—CKD, early-stage diabetes, and heart disease—under both balanced and imbalanced configurations using stratified five-fold cross-validation. All preprocessing and feature extraction steps were carefully isolated within each fold to ensure fair evaluation. The proposed hybrid model consistently outperformed conventional and ensemble baselines, achieving peak accuracies of 99.75% (CKD), 96.73% (diabetes), and 91.40% (heart disease) with corresponding ROC AUCs up to 1.00. Ablation analyses confirmed that attention-based fusion substantially improved both accuracy and recall, particularly under imbalanced conditions, while SMOTE contributed minimally once feature-level optimization was applied. Overall, the attention-guided AdaBoost framework provides a robust and interpretable approach for clinical risk prediction, demonstrating that integrating diverse quantum, deep, and classical representations can significantly enhance feature discriminability and model reliability in structured medical data.

This study aims to enhance legal awareness and leadership skills among high school students in Dau District, Malang Regency through the Adventure Legal Learning program. The background of this activity is the low level of legal understanding, leadership ability, and the limited use of interactive learning methods in the school environment. This community service project applies a participatory approach, actively involving students as key participants. The methods used combine legal education, educational games based on Eduka-Game, and outdoor outbound activities designed to foster values of responsibility, discipline, and leadership. The implementation includes legal counseling, group discussions, case simulations, collaborative games, and reflection sessions, with evaluation conducted through behavioral observation and participant response questionnaires. The results indicate a significant improvement in students’ legal understanding, communication skills, teamwork, empathy, and discipline. Moreover, positive leadership behaviors and stronger legal awareness emerged among participants. This experiential learning approach proved effective in developing responsible, empathetic, and integrity-driven young individuals capable of becoming agents of change in their communities. However, variations in individual leadership and empathy skills remain challenges that need further attention and development in future programs.

This community service activity was carried out to support and strengthen the role of Sunday school teachers in fostering the social and emotional development of preschool children. Early social experiences generally begin in the family, but schools and religious education institutions also play a significant role in shaping children’s abilities to interact, share, and communicate effectively. The program was implemented at PAUD Arastamar Kids Pekanbaru through participatory activities that involved teachers and children. The approach emphasized interactive methods such as giving praise, teaching simple religious values, playing games, and organizing creative learning activities. Examples included origami-making, group singing, storytelling, and encouraging children to share crayons or toys with their peers. These activities not only created a fun and engaging learning atmosphere but also helped children develop empathy, cooperation, and independence. Teachers were guided to consistently integrate these activities into their routines to maximize the positive outcomes. The results of this service showed that Sunday school teachers could effectively encourage positive social-emotional growth by combining religious teachings with play-based and interactive learning. In conclusion, the program provided valuable contributions to strengthening the capacity of teachers while creating a supportive environment for children to interact positively and independently with others.

This study reports on an Independent Community Service Program (KKN Mandiri) conducted in Dusun Betu Raja 3, aimed at strengthening Islamic awareness through community-based educational activities. The program focused on two main initiatives: parenting dialogues with mothers, emphasizing child-rearing practices in line with Islamic values, and interactive sessions with children that introduced moral lessons from the stories of the prophets. Using participatory methods such as discussions, interactive lectures, and storytelling, the activities encouraged active engagement and created a supportive learning environment. Findings indicate that mothers gained a deeper understanding of the significance of Islamic parenting in shaping children’s moral character, while children demonstrated enthusiasm in listening to and applying the values embedded in prophetic stories. The program highlights the effectiveness of dialogical and narrative-based approaches in promoting religious awareness within rural communities. Overall, this initiative contributes not only to the development of individual family practices but also to the collective strengthening of Islamic identity in village life.

This research is motivated by the low cognitive abilities of students in science learning in elementary schools, which is largely caused by conventional teaching methods that do not actively involve students. To overcome this problem, the Team Assisted Individually (TAI) learning model is used, which combines a cooperative approach and individual learning to improve the understanding of science concepts more effectively. The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of the TAI model on the cognitive abilities of fifth-grade students of SD Islam Baitul Salam Ciledug on natural phenomena material. This study uses a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design and a pretest-posttest control group design technique. The sample consists of two classes, namely the experimental class that uses the TAI model and the control class that uses conventional learning methods. The results of the study show that there is a significant increase in the cognitive learning outcomes of students who participate in learning with the TAI model compared to the conventional method. Therefore, this study is expected to provide an alternative effective learning model for teachers, as well as improve the quality of the process and student learning outcomes, especially in science learning.  

This study was conducted at TK Negeri Lebiti, Togean District, Tojo Una-una Regency, Central Sulawesi, with the aim of determining the effect of the demonstration method on the social interaction skills of early childhood students. The background of this research is based on the importance of developing children’s social abilities from an early age through learning activities that involve direct participation and interaction. The main problem examined in this study is whether the demonstration method significantly influences the improvement of children’s social interaction skills. This research employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design. The sample consisted of two classes of children aged 4–6 years, comprising 12 children in the experimental class and 20 children in the control class, making a total of 32 participants. The experimental class was taught using the demonstration method, while the control class used conventional learning methods. Data were collected through observation and assessment of children’s social behaviors during learning activities. The collected data were analyzed using statistical techniques to test the research hypothesis. The findings are expected to provide empirical evidence regarding the effectiveness of the demonstration method in improving children’s social interaction skills within the context of early childhood education.

The Professional Work Experience (PKP) program at RA Mawaddah Warahmah Medan was conducted to enhance students’ understanding of teachers’ strategies in fostering young children’s learning motivation. The objectives were to identify baseline learning motivation, design teacher strategies based on children’s needs, and evaluate their impact on classroom engagement. The methods applied included classroom observation, interviews with mentor teachers, documentation, and participatory assistance through a classroom action approach. The strategies implemented consisted of affirmative communication, the use of concrete media, play-based learning, positive reinforcement, and effective transition management. Findings revealed a significant increase in children’s attention, active participation, and positive expression. Average motivation scores improved by 38% from pre- to post-intervention. Children became more focused, enthusiastic, and actively involved in core learning activities. Teachers also benefited from more conducive classroom environments and new creative teaching ideas. These results emphasize the crucial role of teachers as key drivers of learning motivation and demonstrate that simple yet targeted strategies can generate meaningful impacts. The PKP program is expected to contribute to the advancement of educational knowledge, particularly in implementing innovative, contextual, and child-centered learning approaches in early childhood education.

This research examines the effectiveness of using a repertoire class as a learning strategy in the Media Music course of the Film and Television Production Study Program at the Indonesian Institute of the Arts, Yogyakarta. The course, offered in the fourth semester, focuses on film music creation, mood development, and instrumental understanding. The study applies the Classroom Action Research method with the primary goal of improving students’ comprehension of film scoring components. Pre-cycle findings showed that students’ understanding was relatively low under previous teaching approaches. To address this, the repertoire class method was introduced. This strategy emphasises active learning through sound samples from various instruments, allowing students to directly experience and analyse how musical elements shape the mood of a film. The interactive design of this method provides not only theoretical insights but also practical, auditory experiences that deepen learning. The research was carried out in three CAR cycles, each evaluating student progress and adjusting strategies as needed. Results demonstrate a notable improvement in learning outcomes. The percentage of students achieving Excellent and Very Good categories increased significantly, while the number in the Poor category decreased. These findings confirm that repertoire classes, especially those incorporating instrumental sound samples, are highly effective in enhancing students’ understanding of the emotional dimension of film music. In conclusion, this approach enriches the learning experience and equips students with both technical knowledge and emotional sensitivity in film scoring. By integrating practice-based methods, the repertoire class proves to be a valuable strategy in media music education.

This study is a Classroom Action Research (CAR) aimed at improving students' critical thinking skills in Islamic Religious Education at SMK Negeri 7 Sarolangun through the implementation of the Mind Mapping Method. The study was conducted in two cycles with four stages in each cycle: planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The subjects of this study were 24 students from class X who participated in the implementation of this method. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation to assess the development of students' critical thinking abilities. The results showed an improvement in critical thinking skills in each cycle. In cycle I, students' critical thinking skills reached 87.5% with an excellent category, while in cycle II, it increased to 93.57% with an excellent category. This improvement demonstrates the effectiveness of the Mind Mapping Method in helping students organize ideas, connect concepts, and analyze learning materials more systematically. Therefore, this study proves that the Mind Mapping-based learning method can be an effective alternative in improving critical thinking skills in Islamic Religious Education at SMK Negeri 7 Sarolangun. The implications of these findings highlight the importance of innovative teaching methods to support the optimal development of students' critical thinking abilities.

Memorizing the Qur’an is a process to maintain, protect, and preserve its purity. It is considered a noble task and responsibility that requires consistency, patience, and proper guidance. While everyone has the potential to memorize the Qur’an, not all individuals are able to do it effectively. Various factors influence the success of memorization, including the use of suitable methods. One of the effective approaches is the Talaqqi method, which emphasizes direct learning and repetition under the guidance of a teacher. This study aims to examine the application of the Talaqqi method among students at SMKS Budi Agung Marelan in their efforts to memorize the Qur’an. The research employed a qualitative field research design using interviews, observation, and documentation as data collection techniques. The findings reveal that the implementation of the Talaqqi method consists of three main stages: preparation, implementation, and evaluation. Furthermore, several supporting factors were identified, such as teacher guidance, students’ intrinsic motivation, and a supportive learning environment, all of which significantly contribute to successful Qur’an memorization.

This research endeavors to scrutinize how keen students are on learning Islamic Religious Education (PAI) at SMKS Muhammadiyah 9 Medan. The impetus for this investigation arises from the noticeable lack of enthusiasm among students when they attend PAI lessons. These lessons are frequently seen as uninteresting, lacking variety, and less stimulating when compared to the vocational subjects they are studying. These circumstances create difficulties for PAI instructors, who must establish a learning environment that not only delivers content but also cultivates real motivation and a genuine passion in the students. A qualitative descriptive method was used for this study, and information was gathered through classroom observations, conversations with instructors and students, and surveys to gain insights into students' views on their educational experiences. The information was analyzed to pinpoint the internal and external elements that affect learning interest. The results show that the students' level of interest in learning is somewhere between moderate and low. Personal drive, study routines, and students' mental preparation are examples of internal variables, whereas teaching strategies, the use of educational resources, and the backing of the school setting and family are examples of external variables. The research emphasizes the necessity for teaching strategies that are relevant, diverse, engaging, and more in line with the requirements of the students, based on these findings. It is hoped that learning PAI will not only improve cognitive comprehension but will also raise awareness of the significance of Islamic principles in daily life.

In the#world of work assessment, it is very important, every organization will develop the best strategy to be able to compete. Especially in improving employee performance. The background to good employee performance is the ability to adapt, having skills that are relevant to the job, and the willingness to continue learning and developing. Thus, companies can achieve brand goals more effectively and efficiently. Similar to other companies, PT. Hilfic also carries out performance assessments of its employees. In this research, employee performance assessment uses a strategy based on Key Performance Indicators (KPI). The aim of this research is to identify factors that influence employee performance, such as motivation, competence, work environment, etc. The method used uses qualitative methods. The research results show that there is a positive and significant influence on employee performance, especially on quality and quantity after the company implemented Key Performance Indicators (KPI) as an assessment of its performance.

Real analysis is one of the main branches of mathematics that serves as a fundamental foundation for the development of science and technology. This study emphasizes the understanding of basic concepts such as real numbers, limits, continuity, the principle of mathematical induction, as well as deductive and axiomatic approaches as a strong framework for mathematical proofs. This research employs the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method by examining articles and journals related to both the theoretical aspects and the implementation of real analysis in solving mathematical problems. The findings indicate that the application of Polya’s method, visualization through demonstration, and the use of modern technology such as augmented reality (AR) can enhance the effectiveness of real analysis learning. These approaches help students connect abstract concepts with real applications, thereby strengthening logical, systematic, critical, and rigorous thinking skills. However, several learning difficulties are also identified, including the complexity of the material, weak learning habits, social influences, and inappropriate teaching strategies. Therefore, more applicative, interactive, and contextual learning strategies are needed to support the achievement of learning objectives. The conclusion of this review highlights that the integration of theoretical understanding, problem-solving methods, and innovative technology is a strategic step to improve students’ thinking quality in real analysis courses. Thus, real analysis is not only positioned as a theoretical subject but also as a medium for developing problem-solving abilities and higher-order thinking skills that are relevant to both academic needs and real-world applications.