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The development of technology in the digital era has a significant impact on the financial sector, especially in the payment system that is now shifting from cash to non-cash. One form of technological innovation is Financial Technology (Fintech), where E-Wallet is one of the popular classifications in Indonesia, such as Shopeepay, Dana, Gopay, OVO, and LinkAja. This study aims to analyze the influence of digital financial literacy, perception of convenience, and Gen Z lifestyle on the interest in using the Shopeepay E-Wallet among students of the Management Study Program, FEB UNISRI. This study uses a quantitative approach with primary data collected through questionnaires from 94 respondents. The sampling technique uses proportionate stratified random sampling. Data were analyzed using multiple linear regression, t-test, F-test, and coefficient of determination (R²). The results show that digital financial literacy and Gen Z lifestyle have a significant partial effect on the interest in using Shopeepay, while perception of convenience does not have a significant effect. Simultaneously, the three variables have a significant effect. The R² value of 65% shows that the independent variable is able to explain the interest in using Shopeepay, while the remaining 35% is influenced by other factors such as perceptions of security, risk, benefits, trust, and financial behavior.

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of using an Arabic dictionary in enhancing the vocabulary of students at SMK Tarbiyatus Salafiyah Pesawahan Tiris Probolinggo. The main focus of this research is to identify the factors influencing the use of dictionaries in vocabulary acquisition and the impacts resulting from their use. The research problem formulation includes identifying the supporting and inhibiting factors in dictionary utilization and analyzing the effects of dictionary use on students’ vocabulary mastery. This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach. Data were collected through direct classroom observation to examine students’ interactions with dictionaries, in-depth interviews with students and educators to explore their experiences and perceptions, and documentation in the form of field notes and student work to analyze vocabulary development. The findings indicate that the effectiveness of dictionary use is influenced by both inhibiting and supporting factors. Inhibiting factors include the limited availability of dictionaries, a lack of understanding regarding their proper use, and restricted access to digital technology. Meanwhile, supporting factors involve teachers’ patience in providing guidance, students’ high enthusiasm and motivation, and their Arabic language proficiency. The positive impact of effective dictionary use is not limited to an increase in vocabulary acquisition but also contributes to students’ confidence in communicating in Arabic, enhances memory and cognitive skills, and improves reading and writing abilities. Thus, this study concludes that using Arabic dictionaries is effective in enriching students’ vocabulary, especially when supported by conducive factors.

As a literary genre with its own appeal, short stories (qishshah qashirah) and poetry (shi'r) offer a unique and beneficial reading experience for students. However, learning to read Arabic literary texts often presents various challenges. This study aims to analyze in depth the reading skills of Arabic literary texts, specifically short stories and poetry, at Madrasah Aliyah. This research employs a qualitative descriptive method, which aims to observe and describe events, phenomena, attitudes, social activities, perceptions, beliefs, and thoughts of individuals or groups. Data collection is conducted through observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis technique follows the Miles and Huberman model, which consists of three main stages: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that students' ability to read Arabic literary texts, both short stories and poetry, remains relatively low. Several internal and external factors influence this ability, including limited vocabulary (mufradat), which causes students to struggle in understanding texts, frequently pause, guess word meanings, or even give up entirely. Additionally, weak proficiency in Arabic grammar (nahwu and sharaf) further hinders their comprehension of sentence structures in literary texts. To address these challenges, three strategies can be implemented by educators to enhance students' reading skills: utilizing diverse learning media, selecting engaging and relevant themes, and providing a variety of reading resources.

A lack of self-esteem is often accompanied by nervousness when speaking in front of an audience, but a positive body image can help build confidence. Many challenges await first-year students, including adjusting to a new setting. Still, it's not always easy to perform for a live audience. In order to express themselves on campus, students need to work on their public speaking abilities. The primary objective of this research was to examine the relationship between first-year nursing students' body image perceptions and their anxiety when it comes to presenting in front of an audience. A cross-sectional approach, prevalent in quantitative research, is utilized in this study. Undergraduates from Semarang's Sultan Agung Islamic University's nursing program (class of 2024) participated in the research. A total of 157 students were selected at random. The correlation tool used in this study was Spearman's rank test. A high correlation between first-year nursing students' negative perceptions of their bodies and their anxiety when speaking in front of an audience was found among the 157 research participants (p value 0.000), according to the data analysis. Among the students, nearly half (40.8%) reported extremely low levels of body image satisfaction and nearly half (41.4%) reported extremely high levels of anxiety when it came to public speaking.

This study explores the views of high school/vocational school students in Pasuruan City regarding the employment contract system and its impact on their readiness to enter the world of work. With a quantitative approach and survey method, this study involved 54 grade XI students who were selected using the purposive sampling technique. Data collection was carried out through a closed questionnaire, while data analysis used simple linear regression. The results of the analysis showed that students' perception significantly affected their readiness to work, with a regression coefficient of 0.748 and a significance value of 0.000 (p < 0.05). An R Square value of 0.500 indicates that 50% of the variation in job readiness can be explained by students' perception of the employment contract system. The regression assumption test showed that the data met the requirements of normality, homoscedasticity, and no autocorrelation was found. The results of this study highlight the importance of providing a deeper understanding of the employment contract system to increase students' readiness to face the world of work.

The rapid penetration of mobile devices among students has created significant opportunities to optimize mobile-assisted language learning (MALL) for enhancing language acquisition in digital environments. Despite its potential, the implementation of MALL often remains suboptimal due to technical limitations, lack of pedagogical planning, and insufficient integration of interactive features, which limits its effectiveness in supporting structured learning. This study aims to examine how MALL applications influence student engagement, self-regulation, and language learning outcomes, while addressing the gap between technological affordances and instructional practices. Employing a mixed-methods design, the research integrates quantitative surveys, learning analytics, and qualitative interviews with higher education students who regularly use mobile applications for language learning. The methodology includes pre- and post-surveys to measure changes in engagement and self-regulation, log data to track usage patterns, and interviews to capture students’ perceptions and experiences. The findings reveal that MALL significantly enhances engagement through increased active participation, higher attendance, longer study duration, and more frequent interaction with materials. At the same time, MALL improves self-regulation by strengthening skills in time management, goal setting, monitoring progress, and maintaining persistence, leading to greater learner autonomy. Moreover, students with stronger self-regulation capacities were found to utilize MALL features more effectively, resulting in measurable improvements in vocabulary, grammar, and communicative competence. The study concludes that MALL’s effectiveness lies not only in delivering learning content but also in fostering engagement and supporting self-regulated learning. These results highlight the need for pedagogical designs that integrate technological interactivity with scaffolding strategies to maximize the potential of MALL as a learner-centered and sustainable approach to language learning in the digital era.  

Literacy and numeracy programs play a crucial role in improving education quality, especially at the elementary school level. This study aims to optimize literacy and numeracy programs through a structured mentoring approach at SDN Grujugan Larangan, Larangan Luar Village, Larangan Subdistrict, Pamekasan Regency. The research method used is action research with qualitative and quantitative approaches. The qualitative approach is used to understand teachers' and students' perceptions of the mentoring program, while the quantitative approach is applied to measure the improvement in students' literacy and numeracy skills after participating in the program. The results indicate that structured mentoring significantly enhances students' literacy and numeracy skills, as evidenced by the increased average scores in reading, writing, and arithmetic. Furthermore, active teacher involvement in the mentoring process contributes to the program's success. Thus, implementing a structured mentoring program can be an effective model to improve the quality of primary education in rural areas.

This study explores the implementation of respect and tolerance through akhlak mahmudah (noble morals) in the multicultural environment of SD Fransiskus Bukittinggi, Indonesia. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected via classroom observations, interviews with teachers and stakeholders, and document analysis. Findings indicate that integrating akhlak mahmudah values—such as honesty, justice, and compassion—into the curriculum significantly enhances positive interactions among students from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. Key success factors include active teacher roles as moral exemplars, participatory learning methods (e.g., group discussions and collaborative projects), and parental engagement. Challenges identified include resource limitations and varying teacher perceptions. The study underscores the effectiveness of holistic, value-based education in fostering inclusive attitudes and reducing social conflicts. Recommendations emphasize teacher training, innovative pedagogical strategies, and community collaboration to strengthen character education in multicultural settings.

This research aims to determine the influence of perceptions and knowledge about taxation on students' interest in working in the field of taxation. This type of research is mixed research. The population of this research is Accounting students at the Indonesian Christian University. The method used in this research is purposive sampling for quantitative and snowball sampling for qualitative with specified criteria, namely students who have taken a specialization in taxation. The theory used in this research is the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB). This research was processed using SPSS with the multiple linear regression method and in analyzing the data this research used descriptive statistics, data quality testing, classical assumption testing, and also hypothesis testing. The results of this research show that the variables of perception and knowledge about taxation have a positive and significant effect on students' interest in working in the field of taxation.

This study aims to analyze the implementation and perceptions of applying the Saiwa method in learning Joukyuu dokkai 1 for Japanese Language Education students at Brawijaya University during the 2020/2021 academic year. The method used is descriptive qualitative using observation sheets (indirect observation) to collect learning documentation data and questionnaires to explore student responses. The results showed that the implementation of Joukyuu dokkai 1 learning through the Saiwa method gave good results. The responses from students to this learning were mostly positive, with the majority of respondents stating that the Saiwa method of learning Joukyuu dokkai 1, which involves reading, writing, and speaking skills, can be felt to be beneficial.This research is also beneficial for Japanese language instructors in teaching reading courses, as it encourages the use of engaging methods over conventional, monotonous ones, thereby making learning more meaningful.

Anxiety in children and adolescents can lead to academic, sports and social performance problems. Anxiety also causes disturbances in the thought process, learning concentration, perception and can cause obstacles in the lives of those who are still studying which of course will affect their academic achievement. The mental health of students is a variable that needs attention as soon as possible. Because in addition to emotional factors, external factors can also be non-academic support/obstacles to the success of the learning process. Students of the Diploma Three Nursing study program at the Batari Toja Bone Institute, Academic Year 2024 experience different anxieties, where they will face final semester exam preparations, or practical exams. One of the complementary therapies used to overcome anxiety is the use of lemon aromatherapy by inhalation which can be done through a spray bottle or inhaled through tissue or gloves. The purpose and method of this community service activity is to conduct a Pre-test and Post-test then demonstrate and conduct lectures or counseling to students to reduce their anxiety when they are about to face the final semester exam using lemon aromatherapy. Based on the results of the counseling activities, it can be stated that before the counseling was given, 9 respondents (37%) experienced severe anxiety, 7 respondents (2.91%) experienced moderate anxiety, due to lack of knowledge. After being given counseling, it can be stated that 9 respondents (37%) experienced moderate anxiety, 6 respondents (25%) experienced mianxiety currently,

This study aims to analyze the role and function of the TikTok application as a social media platform according to students of the Islamic Communication and Broadcasting (KPI) program at IAI AL-AZIS and to examine perceptions regarding its use as a medium for da'wah. This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. The study subjects consist of KPI students from the 2021, 2022, and 2023 cohorts. Data collection was conducted through interviews and documentation. The findings indicate that TikTok is perceived as a social media platform that plays a role in disseminating information, providing entertainment, fostering creativity, facilitating marketing, and shaping social and cultural trends. Perceptions of da'wah on TikTok are generally positive, with cognitive, affective, and conative components reflecting an understanding of its potential, interest in its content, and engagement in sharing religious messages. TikTok is considered an effective da'wah medium when content is presented creatively, communicatively, and in an easily comprehensible manner, with an emphasis on positive values that align with the communication patterns of the younger generation. Thus, TikTok holds strategic potential in supporting Islamic da'wah in the digital era.

Critical thinking skills are important skills that need to be developed in students to face the challenges of 21st century modern fantasy literature such as Harry Potter and traditional literature such as The Legend of Malin Kundang in developing students' critical thinking skills. With David Krech's qualitative narrative approach and social perception theory, it was found that Harry Potter presented complex moral conflicts with universal values, while Malin Kundang taught moral lessons about family relationships and responsibility. This research also proposes a literature-based learning strategy that integrates local and global values to improve students' critical thinking and cultural appreciation.

Education in Indonesia is increasingly developing through a long journey of sustainable results and has been determined by the applicable curriculum through assessment results in the world of education generally covering cognitive aspects, namely how much students are able to remember and understand the subject matter. The aim of this research is to find out the results of the assessments used in the learning process at SMA Negeri 15 Pekanbaru. This research uses survey research with data collection techniques, namely questionnaires and interviews with teachers and students. The results of this research show that teachers' perceptions of assessment have received very good appreciation in learning.

In today's digital era, there are many educational video contents about UTBK that can be accessed through various social media platforms. Each video is expected to be useful for students in preparing for the Computer-Based Written Test (UTBK). This study aims to examine the types of speech acts, classify the forms of illocutionary speech acts in learning videos, and evaluate whether these speech acts are useful for students who will face UTBK. Illocutionary speech acts relate to the effect of data obtained by speech partners on an utterance that has been spoken from the speaker. This research uses descriptive qualitative research method to identify related data. The data results were obtained from nineteen “Siap UTBK 2023” videos in the Ruangguru playlist, using the listening and note-taking technique. Researchers watched educational videos about UTBK in Ruangguru playlist, then recorded and recorded statements that contained illocutionary speech acts. This research uses data analysis method in the form of agih technique to evaluate the type and form of illocutionary speech. Based on the data analysis, it can be found that there are assertive speech acts, directive speech acts, declarative speech acts, commissive speech acts, and expressive speech acts. Assertive speech acts can be in the form of stating, directive speech acts give prohibitions or orders, declarative speech acts give orders or form new perceptions, commissive speech acts promise or offer, while expressive speech acts contain hope or praise. Based on the results of the analysis in this study, the researcher hopes that it can deepen an understanding of illocutionary speech acts and how they are used, recognize the types of illocutionary speech acts, and convey directions to education and writers of UTBK learning materials to develop abilities in the learning process.

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education has opened new possibilities for enhancing teaching and learning, particularly in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) classrooms. This study examines the perceptions and motivations of third-semester management students at Universitas Merdeka Pasuruan regarding AI-assisted writing tools in their ESP courses. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 20 participants. Thematic analysis identified three key themes: perceptions of AI tools' usefulness, motivational factors, and challenges. Participants viewed AI tools as beneficial for improving writing skills, providing personalized feedback, and supporting collaborative learning. Motivational drivers included simplifying complex tasks and promoting independent learning. However, challenges such as technical difficulties and limited proficiency in using AI features were highlighted. The findings emphasize the potential of AI in enhancing ESP instruction, provided challenges are addressed with adequate training and support. Despite its small sample size and focus on a single institution, the study offers insights into the pedagogical implications of AI integration in specialized language education. It also provides practical recommendations for optimizing AI use in ESP classrooms while calling for broader research in diverse educational contexts.

This study aims to analyze the influence of Love of Money, Intellectual Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, and Spiritual Intelligence Influence Students Perceptions of Accounting Professional Ethics. The objects of this study are students of the Accounting study program from Panca Budi Development University and the University of North Sumatra. This study uses a quantitative approach with an associative research type. The research population consists of students from the 2020 to 2022 intake with a total of 1,647 people, including 467 students from Panca Budi Development University and 1,180 students from the University of North Sumatra. The sample was determined using the Slovin formula, so that 94 respondents were obtained as research samples. The data used consists of primary and secondary data. Primary data was collected by distributing questionnaires to respondents, while secondary data was obtained from various sources such as reports, books, documents, and relevant scientific publications. Data analysis was carried out using SPSS software version 25. Analysis techniques include descriptive statistical analysis, validity and reliability tests, and classical assumption tests that include normality, multicollinearity, and heteroscedasticity. Furthermore, multiple linear regression analysis was conducted and hypothesis testing was carried out using the t-test and coefficient of determination (R²). The results of the study indicate that partially, the variables Love of Money, Intellectual Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, and Spiritual Intelligence have a positive and significant Influence Students Perceptions of Accounting Professional Ethics.

This study explored the perceptions and challenges faced by senior high school students in utilizing web-based platforms for English language learning. Employing a literature review methodology, the study synthesized findings from recent studies to analyze the effectiveness, user experiences, and obstacles associated with digital learning tools in the context of language education. The study highlighted students' positive attitudes towards the accessibility and interactive features of web-based platforms while identifying challenges such as technical difficulties, limited digital literacy, and motivational issues. The review also examined the pedagogical implications of integrating web-based platforms into traditional learning environments, emphasizing the need for teacher training and support mechanisms to maximize learning outcomes. By providing a comprehensive overview of existing research, this study aimed to contribute to the discourse on leveraging technology for language learning in senior high schools and offers insights for future research and policy development.

Based on the HIV/AIDS information system report of the West Sumatra provincial office, it was stated that Padang City with the number of AIDS cases reported in 2021 recorded 280 people infected with HIV from January to November 2023. The Padang City Health Office stated that the dominant cause with the highest risk of residents infected with HIV AIDS was men who have sex with men (MSM), there was one case of MSM at SMP Negeri 24 Padang. The purpose of this study was to determine the factors related to adolescent perceptions of LGBT at SMP Negeri Padang in 2024.This type of research is "analytical" with a cross-sectional design. This research was conducted in June - September 2024 at SMP Negeri 24 Padang. The population of this study was all students of class VIII of SMP Negeri 24 Padang. The sampling technique was simple random sampling. Data collection used primary and secondary data. Univariate analysis used descriptive statistics and bivariate analysis used the chi square test.The results of the study showed from the chi square test results (p>0.05) there was a significant relationship between adolescent knowledge (p-value = 0.011) and adolescent perceptions about LGBT and there was no significant relationship between adolescent attitudes (p-value = 0.191) and adolescent environment (p-value = 0.802) with adolescent perceptions about LGBT.It was concluded that there was still a lack of adolescent knowledge about LGBT. It is hoped that the results of this study can further increase adolescent knowledge, especially about the dangers of LGBT in reducing the number of HIV transmissions.

This study aims to analyze the effect of financial literacy and risk perception on impulsive consumptive behavior on students of the Faculty of Economics, Sheikh Abdul Halim Institute impulsive consumptive behavior in students of the Faculty of Economics, Sheikh Abdul Halim Hasan Institute Binjai. Using a quantitative approach with an explanatory survey method, this study involved 56 respondents selected using accidental sampling technique. The regression analysis results show that financial literacy has a significant positive effect on consumptive behavior (B = 1.157; sig. = 0.000), while risk perception has a significant negative effect (B = -0.555; sig. = 0.017). Simultaneously, these two variables contribute significantly to consumptive behavior with a coefficient of determination (R²) of 61.4%. The results of this study reveal that high financial literacy can increase the tendency of consumptive behavior due to increased confidence in financial management, while high risk perception can suppress consumptive behavior through awareness of potential losses. This study emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach in the formation of healthy financial behavior, involving the improvement of financial literacy as well as education related to risk perception. The findings are expected to contribute to the development of more effective financial education strategies for economics students.