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This paper investigates the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with Environmental Education (EE) and its impact on students' environmental attitudes and knowledge. The study involved 300 students who participated in a curriculum that merged STEM concepts with environmental issues. Findings showed improved environmental awareness and a more positive attitude toward conservation practices among students. The study highlights the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in fostering both scientific literacy and environmental responsibility.

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of using Accurate in managing cash expenditures at PT Graha Mukti Indah, which is engaged in property development. Good cash expenditure management is very important so that companies are able to maintain liquidity and financial stability in the long term. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with a case study approach. Data was obtained through direct observation of the system used, interviews with finance staff, and documentation of cash expenditure transactions. The results show that Accurate is able to increase time efficiency in recording, reduce the level of human error, and provide real-time cash reports that can be used as a basis for managerial decision making. This finding implies that digitizing the financial system through the use of accounting software can be a relevant strategy for similar companies to improve transparency, accuracy, and the overall quality of financial decision making. Overall, the implementation of Accurate has proven to be an effective solution for improving cash expenditure management at PT Graha Mukti Indah, and its successful integration could serve as a model for other property development companies seeking to enhance their financial management practices.

This study explores the relationship between digital literacy and student engagement in language education. With the increasing integration of technology in modern education, digital literacy has become a fundamental skill, influencing various aspects of academic participation. The research employs a correlational design and utilizes Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) to analyze the impact of digital literacy on cognitive, behavioral, and emotional engagement in language learning. The findings suggest that students with higher levels of digital literacy demonstrate greater cognitive engagement, including improved critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Additionally, digital literacy was found to positively influence behavioral engagement, such as increased participation, effort, and persistence in learning tasks. Furthermore, emotional engagement, measured by students' enjoyment, interest, and sense of belonging, was strongly associated with digital literacy. This study highlights the critical role of digital literacy in fostering deeper engagement and improving overall learning outcomes in language education. Implications for practice include the integration of digital literacy skills into language curricula, with educators encouraged to incorporate digital tools to enhance engagement. The study also calls for further research to examine the long-term effects of digital literacy on academic performance and to explore the potential disparities in digital literacy levels across different student populations. As educational technology continues to evolve, understanding its impact on student engagement remains essential for developing effective teaching practices that meet the needs of contemporary learners.

This study focuses on developing a global curriculum model that integrates intercultural and multilingual competencies to enhance students’ academic and communicative skills. The proposed framework emphasizes flexibility, inclusivity, and adaptability, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications to help students thrive in multicultural, multilingual, and digitally mediated global contexts. Using a qualitative curriculum design approach, the study examines the integration of intercultural competence and multilingual education into existing curricula, offering a model adaptable to diverse educational settings. It further explores the impact of this curriculum on students' ability to communicate across cultural and linguistic boundaries, highlighting the importance of digital literacy and global communication skills. The findings indicate that the intercultural model enhances students' academic performance and global citizenship, preparing them for international collaborations and addressing global challenges. Additionally, the curriculum's adaptability ensures its alignment with digital education demands, making it relevant in today’s evolving educational landscape. The research underscores the importance of curricula that embrace cultural diversity and linguistic multiplicity, promoting inclusivity and preparing students for the complexities of an interconnected world. The study concludes with practical recommendations for educators, policymakers, and curriculum developers to implement intercultural and multilingual frameworks globally, ensuring students are equipped with the necessary skills for success in the digital and globalized world.

This study examines the impact of structured online collaborative learning (OCL) on foreign language skills in multinational higher education settings. As digital platforms become integral to global education systems, OCL has proven effective in enhancing language proficiency, especially in speaking, writing, and interaction. Using a quasi-experimental design, the study employed pre-test and post-test assessments to measure language improvements before and after engaging in OCL activities. The results demonstrated significant progress in all areas of language proficiency, particularly in speaking and interactional skills, owing to continuous peer interaction, structured feedback, and collaborative tasks mimicking real-world communication scenarios. The study emphasizes the importance of synchronous collaboration in fostering fluency and confidence, particularly through real-time communication and peer feedback. However, challenges such as technological disparities and cultural differences were observed, occasionally limiting full participation. Despite these obstacles, the findings suggest that OCL is an effective method for improving foreign language skills. The study advocates for the integration of collaborative online learning tools in language education curricula, particularly in diverse, multicultural environments. Future research should explore the long-term effects of OCL on language acquisition, address technological barriers, and investigate the effectiveness of various collaborative models in enhancing specific language skills.

This study investigates the challenges faced by educators teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) in multilingual classrooms. By analyzing classroom dynamics, language barriers, and teaching strategies, the research identifies key issues such as student motivation, varying proficiency levels, and cultural diversity. The article proposes several strategies, including differentiated instruction, collaborative learning, and the integration of technology, to address these challenges and enhance ESL learning outcomes.

This study explores the intersection of classical Islamic philosophical thought and modern environmental ethics to propose a Sharia-based eco-theology model for addressing global sustainability challenges. It investigates key Islamic environmental principles, such as khalifah (stewardship), amanah (trustworthiness), and mizan (balance), which emphasize humanity’s responsibility to protect and preserve the environment. These values, derived from Islamic teachings, offer a moral and spiritual framework for ecological stewardship, aligning closely with contemporary concerns like sustainability, biodiversity preservation, and climate change mitigation. The research integrates these Islamic principles with modern ecological ethics, including ecocentrism, deep ecology, and environmental justice, to construct a holistic eco-theological model. Through this framework, the study emphasizes the importance of balancing ecological, economic, and social factors to promote environmental justice. The findings suggest that Islamic eco-theology can play a significant role in fostering environmental responsibility within Muslim communities and beyond, contributing to global sustainability efforts. Practical applications of these principles are seen in educational initiatives, such as the incorporation of eco-theology into curricula at Islamic institutions, and in community-based environmental projects. The research also highlights the challenges and limitations of traditional interpretations of Islamic environmental ethics, suggesting the need for progressive and adaptive approaches in addressing modern environmental issues. Future research directions include exploring the integration of this eco-theology in policy-making, Islamic education, and cross-cultural applications, ensuring its relevance to diverse communities facing environmental challenges.

Generative artificial intelligence tools have recently attracted a great deal of attention. This is because of their huge advantages, which include ease of usage, quick generation of answers to requests, and the human-like intelligence they possess. This paper presents a vivid comparative analysis of the top 9 generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools, namely ChatGPT, Perplexity AI, YouChat, ChatSonic, Google's Bard, Microsoft Bing Assistant, HuggingChat, Jasper AI, and Quora's Poe, paying attention to the Pros and Cons each of the AI tools presents. This comparative analysis shows that the generative AI tools have several Pros that outweigh the Cons. Further, we explore the transformative impact of generative AI in Natural Language Processing (NLP), focusing on its integration with search engines, privacy concerns, and ethical implications. A comparative analysis categorizes generative AI tools based on popularity and evaluates challenges in development, including data limitations and computational costs. The study highlights ethical considerations such as technology misuse and regulatory challenges. Additionally, we delved into AI Planning techniques in NLP, covering classical planning, probabilistic planning, hierarchical planning, temporal planning, knowledge-driven planning, and neural planning models. These planning approaches are vital in achieving specific goals in NLP tasks. In conclusion, we provide a concise overview of the current state of generative AI, including its challenges, ethical considerations, and potential applications, contributing to the academic discourse on human-computer interaction.

This research aims to analyze and evaluate the implementation of fulfilling prisoners' rights at the Class IIB Demak Detention Center. Fulfilling prisoners' rights is an important aspect in the criminal justice system which focuses on rehabilitation and social reintegration. This research uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation studies. The results of the research show that the implementation of fulfilling the rights of prisoners at the Class IIB Demak Detention Center experiences a number of challenges. Some rights, such as the right to health facilities, education and work, have not been fully fulfilled optimally. Limited facilities and infrastructure, a lack of manpower, and internal regulations that do not fully support the fulfillment of prisoners' rights are the main factors for deviations. However, this research also identified several good practices in fulfilling prisoners' rights, such as the existence of rehabilitation programs that focus on skills development and education. Collaborative efforts between internal and external parties are also recognized as a positive step in improving the living conditions of prisoners. Based on these findings, this research recommends improvements in the management of facilities and infrastructure, increasing the number of workers, as well as improving internal regulations to optimally support the fulfillment of prisoners' rights at the Demak Class IIB Detention Center. It is hoped that the results of this research can contribute to improving the system of detention and rehabilitation of prisoners in Indonesia in general.

This research discusses the role of integration of leadership models, influence tactics, and the application of power in an organizational context. Effective leadership requires not only strong leadership skills, but also the ability to combine intelligent influence tactics and the appropriate application of power. The integration of these three elements is considered crucial in forming optimal organizational results. This research uses a literature analysis approach and empirical study to explore the relationship between integrated leadership models, influence tactics, the application of power, and their impact on organizational performance. The findings of this study highlight the importance of aligning leadership strategies with effective influence tactics and the judicious exercise of power to achieve desired organizational goals. Practical implications and recommendations for organizational leaders and managers are also discussed.

Islamic boarding schools, as traditional Islamic educational institutions, have an important role in forming the character, morals and faith of the younger generation in Indonesia. In facing the demands of increasingly modern times, marketing management has become an integral part of the sustainability and development of Islamic boarding schools. This article discusses the importance of marketing management in the context of Islamic boarding schools, as well as the changes and challenges faced in finding a balance between tradition and modernity. Islamic boarding school marketing management involves identifying the target audience, developing an image and brand, utilizing technology, and measuring and evaluating results. Islamic boarding schools must understand who their potential students are, build a positive image, utilize technology, and measure the effectiveness of marketing efforts. The main challenge is to maintain traditional values ​​while opening up to elements of modernity. This can be achieved with technology integration, a unified approach, and partnerships with the business world. Proper marketing management allows Islamic boarding schools to remain relevant in educating the younger generation who are religiously and morally strong while remaining competitive in an increasingly modern world.Thus, marketing management in Islamic boarding schools is key to maintaining and enhancing their role in society, helping them move from tradition to modernity with success.  

Visual merchandising is an important strategy in the retail world which aims to attract customers, increase sales and strengthen a company's brand image. However, this concept also has the potential to provide wider benefits to society in general. This community service involves direct observation of visual merchandising practices at Kedjora Grosir Magelang MSMEs, as well as interviews with shop owners and the local community. The findings show that by using the right visual merchandising strategies, stores can become more environmentally friendly, promote local products, and provide education about relevant social issues. Community service through visual merchandising can provide benefits such as increasing awareness of environmental and social issues, empowering local producers, and creating an inclusive shopping environment for all levels of society. In addition, this initiative can also increase the sustainability of the local economy and create stronger relationships between stores and the surrounding community. This community service shows that visual merchandising is not just about creating aesthetically appealing displays, but also about harnessing the power of retail stores to have a positive impact on society. Therefore, the integration of community service principles in visual merchandising strategies can be a significant step in building sustainable relationships between business and society.

Implementation of the VARK Model (Visual, Auditory, Reading/Writing, Kinesthetic) in the context of classroom mastery is a strategy that can provide a more inclusive and effective approach in increasing student achievement. This research aims to explore how implementing the VARK model can improve students' learning experiences and their academic performance. The research method used is a literature study which involves analysis of relevant sources regarding the VARK concept and its application in an educational context. The research results show that by understanding diverse learning preferences, educators can design learning experiences that better suit students' individual needs. Through the integration of different learning strategies, such as the use of pictures and diagrams for visual students, group discussions for auditory students, reading and writing assignments for students who prefer learning through text, as well as practical activities or experiments for kinesthetic students, students can be more engaged in learning and gaining a deeper understanding. This research also highlights the importance of flexibility in teaching, adapting to changing student learning preferences, and evaluating the effectiveness of the learning strategies used. Although the VARK model has advantages in providing guidance for inclusive teaching, it is important to remember that students' learning preferences can change and that various factors also influence students' academic performance.

Hybrid learning, an educational approach that amalgamates traditional face-to-face instruction with technological tools, has emerged as a pivotal strategy in higher education. Contemporary pedagogical theories such as constructivism, active learning, and humanistic approaches play integral roles in shaping hybrid learning frameworks. The integration of technology within educational settings fosters a comprehensive and student-centric learning environment. Proficiency in learning design principles, motivation theories, and online learning paradigms is imperative for comprehending the intricacies of hybrid learning methodologies. This study adopts a qualitative descriptive methodology to explore students' comprehension of hybrid learning within higher education contexts. The participants of this study are first-semester English students enrolled at Widya Karya Catholic University. The research aims to offer valuable insights into pedagogical discourse and the implementation of hybrid learning strategies within higher education institutions. By shedding light on students' perspectives and experiences, this research endeavors to contribute significantly to the advancement of pedagogical practices and the refinement of hybrid learning methodologies in higher education settings.

This study investigates the impact of digital tools on collaborative learning among secondary school students. By analyzing various online platforms and educational apps, we examine how these tools foster teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. Data were collected from a sample of 300 students across five schools, using surveys and focus groups. Results show that students who used digital tools for collaboration demonstrated significant improvements in engagement, critical thinking, and peer interaction. The study concludes that integrating digital tools into classroom activities can enhance the effectiveness of collaborative learning.

Burglary involves forced or unauthorized entry, which leads to damage or loss of property having monetary or emotional value and, more severely, puts lives at risk. The dire need for the safety of lives and properties has attracted so much research on burglary alert system using Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Most of the research focused on alerting the users of burglary attempts using any or a combination of two notification methods: SMS, call, and email. This study emphasizes three-mode notification that combines SMS, call, and email using the application of IoT technology in a burglary alert system, which uses a Passive Infrared (PIR) sensor for burglar detection to ensure that Homeowners or authorized personnel get alerts in events of imminent attempt to break-ins. The study also details the sensor integration with its supporting components, such as the central hub or microcontroller, buzzer, LED, and network interface in the development of the system. The software was developed to facilitate seamless integration with the hardware, ensuring timely and accurate event detection and subsequent alert generation using Arduino IDE programming language, a framework based on the C++ language. The system effected the 3-mode notification to ensure that users get notification in case of an imminent break-in since the failure of the three modes simultaneously is extremely rare. The system’s performance based on its responsiveness on the 3-mode notifications was evaluated, and an average of 83.56% responsiveness was obtained, indicating an acceptable response time.

This paper explores the integration of global citizenship education (GCE) in the curricula of select Asian universities. Through a survey of faculty members and curriculum developers, the study analyzes current GCE initiatives and identifies key factors that influence their implementation. Findings suggest that while GCE is increasingly valued, there are challenges related to funding, curriculum rigidity, and cultural relevance. The study proposes strategies for effectively embedding GCE in higher education curricula to cultivate global competencies in students.

This research examines the role of language proficiency in determining academic success among international students. Using a case study approach, the study focuses on international students across several disciplines to assess the impact of language skills on academic performance, participation, and peer integration. Results demonstrate that language proficiency significantly correlates with academic outcomes and engagement levels, emphasizing the need for universities to provide targeted language support services.

Hybrid learning has emerged as a significant strategy in higher education, combining face-to-face learning with technology. Theoretical discussions on hybrid learning involve an understanding of contemporary learning concepts, such as constructivism, active learning, and humanistic approaches. The integration of technology in the learning process is seen as a key element for creating a holistic and student-centered learning experience. Instructional design principles, motivation theories, and understanding online learning concepts are also important in understanding the dynamics of hybrid learning. This research was conducted using a qualitative descriptive approach which purpose is to analyze students’ response to hybrid learning in higher education. The students in this research are the first semester students at Widya Karya Catholic University who are taking an English subject. Hopefully that this research gives a significant contribution to the development of pedagogical thinking and the practical application of hybrid learning in higher education institutions.

This research aims to analyze the role of the Management Information System (SIM) in supporting the decision-making process at the North Sumatra Land Agency Regional Office. This study explores the integration, reliability and contribution of information systems used in managing property and land information and their impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of decisions. The research methodology includes surveys of system users, interviews with top-level managers, and documentation of analyzes related to the technological infrastructure implemented. The data collected was analyzed using qualitative methods to understand the adequacy of the system, its suitability to user needs, and its contribution to the decision-making process. The research results show that the implemented Management Information System has a number of advantages, including efficient data management, better information accessibility, and real-time data availability. However, challenges such as data security and the need for increased integration with other systems were identified as potential improvements. In the context of decision making, MIS is proven to play an important role in providing timely and accurate information for management in making strategic decisions regarding land ownership, document updates and property transfers. Recommendations are prepared based on research results to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Management Information System to support better decision making at the North Sumatra Land Agency Regional Office. This research provides valuable insights for managers and developers of information systems in the context of the Land Agency, as well as a basis for improving the system to increase its decision-making role to a more strategic and responsive nature.