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This study investigates the impact of gamified learning platforms on the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills among middle school students. With the increasing reliance on digital tools, fostering these essential skills has become a critical educational goal. Traditional teaching methods often fail to engage students effectively, which has led educators to explore innovative approaches such as gamified learning. The experimental design of this study involved two groups: an experimental group using gamified learning platforms and a control group following conventional teaching methods. Data were collected through pre-tests and post-tests measuring students' critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Results indicated that the experimental group showed a significant improvement in both skills, with a 20-point increase in their scores, while the control group exhibited minimal progress. The findings highlight that gamified learning, which integrates game mechanics such as points, rewards, and leaderboards, enhances engagement and motivation, leading to improved cognitive skills. This study emphasizes the potential of gamification to revolutionize educational practices, suggesting that its integration can be a powerful tool to equip students with the necessary skills for the future.

This study aims to determine the motivation for radiographers' compliance with the personal radiation dose monitoring tool Thermoluminescence Dosimeter at the Radiology Installation of Pertamedika Ummi Rosnati Hospital Banda Aceh. This research is a descriptive study with an observational or non-experimental design with a cross-sectional design and a survey approach with 4 radiographers as respondents to determine the level of motivation for radiographers' compliance and the factors that influence the motivation of radiographers' compliance with the personal thermoluminescence dosimeter radiation dose monitoring tool. Data analysis was carried out univariately. The results of this study indicate that there is motivation for radiographers' compliance with the use of personal thermoluminescence dosimeter radiation dose monitoring tools, namely 75%. and the rest were not motivated by compliance with the use of a personal thermoluminescence dosimeter radiation dose monitoring device, namely 25%, with the characteristics of the respondents being mostly female, 50%.  and the remaining 50% are male, and the majority of respondents with an average age of 25-35 is 75%.  and the remaining 25% with respondents aged 35-45

One way to develop learning media is create a catalog based on the local potential of pineapple plantations in Blitar. The aim of this work is to find out the usability of the compiled catalog as a teaching tool for biodiversity material. This study uses the Research and Development (RnD) research method referred to Sugiyono (2017), starting with potential problem analysis, data collection, product design, design validation, and then design review. The tools used by the researchers consisted of validation surveys of media, materials and language experts. The data collected by the researchers were analyzed using quantitative descriptive data analysis techniques. Based on the results of validity tests by media experts, 93% feasibility was achieved with highly feasible criteria, 94% with material experts, and 89% with language experts. The conclusion is the catalog of pineapple pollinator diversity in Blitar feasibility was achieved as a teaching tool.

The title of this thesis is Profile of Study Habits of Class VII A Students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 Academic Year. The problems in this study are: 1) What is the profile of study habits of grade VIIA students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year? 2) What are the implications of the study habit profile of grade VIIA students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year for the tutoring program? The purpose of the study was to find out: 1) Profile of study habits of grade VIIA students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year, 2) Implications of the profile of study habits of grade VIIA students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year, for the tutoring program. This research method uses quantitative descriptive methods with data collection tools in the form of questionnaires of student study habits. The population and sample of this study are 26 students of grade VII A SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year. The data analysis technique used is central trend analysis. The results of the analysis of research data showed that the average study habits of 140.9730 students were in the range of 120-155 scores, classified as high. It can be interpreted that grade VII A students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year have good study habits. This can be seen through student attitudes, namely making study schedules and their implementation, reading and taking notes, completing assignments, how to follow lessons, how to study groups, how to study independently at home. Based on the results of this study, researchers provide advice to: 1) Head Schools are expected to maintain and improve cooperation with BK teachers, facilitate and support all tutoring program designs in schools to be carried out properly in order to maintain good student learning habits. 2) Guidance Teachers Guidance counselors are expected to design and develop tutoring programs to maintain good student study habits. 3) Students are expected to actively utilize tutoring activities carried out by BK teachers to maintain good student study habits.

The title of this thesis is Profile of Study Habits of Class VII A Students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 Academic Year. The problems in this study are: 1) What is the profile of study habits of grade VIIA students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year? 2) What are the implications of the study habit profile of grade VIIA students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year for the tutoring program? The purpose of the study was to find out: 1) Profile of study habits of grade VIIA students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year, 2) Implications of the profile of study habits of grade VIIA students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year, for the tutoring program. This research method uses quantitative descriptive methods with data collection tools in the form of questionnaires of student study habits. The population and sample of this study are 26 students of grade VII A SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year. The data analysis technique used is central trend analysis. The results of the analysis of research data showed that the average study habits of 140.9730 students were in the range of 120-155 scores, classified as high. It can be interpreted that grade VII A students of SMPK Sancta Familia Kupang for the 2022/2023 academic year have good study habits. This can be seen through student attitudes, namely making study schedules and their implementation, reading and taking notes, completing assignments, how to follow lessons, how to study groups, how to study independently at home. Based on the results of this study, researchers provide advice to: 1) Head Schools are expected to maintain and improve cooperation with BK teachers, facilitate and support all tutoring program designs in schools to be carried out properly in order to maintain good student learning habits. 2) Guidance Teachers Guidance counselors are expected to design and develop tutoring programs to maintain good student study habits. 3) Students are expected to actively utilize tutoring activities carried out by BK teachers to maintain good student study habits.

This research was conducted on the importance of computer laboratories and the implementation of teaching and learning activities because most of the material is practical. It will be very difficult to carry out practical learning without learning tools or media that are in accordance with the guidance of the curriculum material, there are other subjects that cannot be done without a laboratory. The practicum learning process is less than optimal because one of the reasons is that students don't pay too much attention to the learning material. And there are no tools or software to monitor student work in the process of using computers. The Network Development Lifecycle method is used to develop and design network topologies, in this case the use of the Net Support School application to monitor learning in the laboratory at SMP Negeri 2 Bukittinggi. The result of implementing net support school is that teachers can share learning materials from the computer server. Teachers can also supervise and control students' activities in using computers while the learning process is in progress. So using the net support school application is very helpful for use in the learning process.  

The change in the Merdeka Curriculum has made learning tools in various subjects including biology in class X inadequate. This study aims to determine the feasibility of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) based LKPD (student worksheet) accompanied by Science Process Skills (KPS) on the material of environmental changes in class X. The development model refers to the research and development (R&D) method with 5 stages. The stages are potential and problems, data collection, product design, design validation, and design revision. The research instruments used were instrument validation questionnaires and validation sheet questionnaires. The validated aspects are the format, content, language, and benefits/usability of LKPD. Validation was carried out by 5 validators. Analysis of validation results using face validity Aiken's V with criteria V = 0.87. The results showed that the LKPD met the valid criteria with a total average of 0.947. It can be concluded that problem-based learning-based LKPD accompanied by science process skills is declared valid and ready to proceed to the trial stage.

Speaking ability is a key aspect emphasized in the language learning process. Having the ability to speak English is very important for students, as this allows them to express their skills in the language. This research aims to determine the efficacy of the learning media application Instagram reels to improve students' speaking learning outcomes in report texts at SMAN 1 Sutojayan, especially in class X-3. The research involved 37 students in class X-3 using a quantitative approach with a one-group pre-test and post-test design. The research results show that the alternative research hypothesis (Ha) is accepted and the null hypothesis (Ho) is rejected. This research provides an understanding of the importance of improving students' speaking skills by developing more efficient learning strategies. The results of this research can provide a valuable contribution to efforts to improve the quality of education at SMAN 1 Sutojayan and similar educational institutions. Additionally, future researchers are advised to investigate the long-term impact of utilizing Instagram Reels or similar interactive tools on students' overall academic achievement and morale.

Ngandong Village, Gantiwarno District is the village designated to be the location for implementing KKN with the theme Disaster Resilient Village. The problems faced by Ngandong Village based on the results of research conducted include sedimentation, landslides and flooding. The aim of holding KKN in Ngandong Village is to ensure that Ngandong Village can become a Disaster Resilient Village and increase the capacity of the village community in the context of disaster management. Activities carried out in efforts to develop Disaster Resilient Villages include FPRB (Disaster Risk Reduction Forum), SPAB (Disaster Safe Education Unit), Volunteer Capacity Building, Disaster Literacy, Evacuation and Disaster Prone Route Signs, Disaster Recap and Socialization Maps, and making EWS Tools (Early Warning System). Apart from the main activities, there are supporting activities to increase capacity in the form of Ecoprint training and decorating Pertiwi Kindergarten.

Every year, around 400,000 people in Indonesia graduate from information technology colleges and vocational schools. The human resources produced do not meet the standards required by the industry today. To become a software developer, you must have strong abilities. SMK Free Methodist Medan students will gain a basic understanding of website structure, tools used to create websites, technological advances, career paths as web developers, how to design the appearance of a website, and learn to use the Laravel framework to become a reliable backend developer. According to the author, the results of community service at the SMK Free Methodist Medan with training bases and methods are very beneficial for students because of their high enthusiasm for participating. This training will teach participants various skills and knowledge about website development as a backend developer. Participants provided feedback that this training really helped them in preparing for a career as a web programmer, especially a backend developer

The purpose of this research was to find out the Influence of the Composite of the Planting Media on the Growth of Angsana Plant and the composition of a good plant media for Angsana plantation. This research uses a single Design (DK) factor, with a medium dose treatment of M0 = Topsoil Each Polybag, M1 = Media 100 Gram Each Polybag, M2 = Media 200 Gram Each Polybag, M3 = Media 300 Gram Each Polybag. As a result, it will continue to be analyzed using the DMRT (Duncan Multiply Class Test) tasks 95% with the application of Statistics tools for Agriculture Research. The length of plant observation, for treatment with less control in each unit with a value of (A0) of 19.33cm, has no significant influence on the treatment of each unit. In addition to treatment (A1) 10 Treatment by (A3) 100.33cm and (A3) 40.33cm had a significant influence on treatment (A0) 19.33cm. of treatment A1, A3 and A2 showed that the influence of organic breastfeeding or animal waste on the supply of Angsana plants increased in length or height in each unit.

Before carrying out sailing activities as a navigator on a ship, the thing you must prepare is, prepare everything related to the cruise plan. This aims to minimize the occurrence of accidents on ships when sailing. Making passage plans is usually made using paper maps, but this is a long and inefficient method to do. So, with current technological advances, several systems and tools have been created to make it easier to create passage plans, namely digital maps or better known as Electronic Charts. Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) is a tool whose function and system can provide information about navigation and whose use is to back up existing equipment, so that it can be accepted and considered to meet the requirements determined by the 1974 SOLAS convention & its amendments. Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) is an integration of various navigation tools, namely Global Positioning System (GPS), Radio Direction and Ranging (RADAR), Automatic Identification System (AIS), Echo Sounder and Gyro Compass. Starting from this awareness that there are many advantages in operating ECDIS on ships, we should realize that using ECDIS to make shipping plans (Passage Planning) can help lighten the burden on officers on board ships in designing a good and safe shipping route. The impact of making a passage plan that is inaccurate/not rechecked on the nautical chart that is generated as input to ECDIS and causes accidents when the ship is navigating.

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 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.

Modern agriculture increasingly relies on technology to increase efficiency and productivity, so that humans nowadays always need tools that can make their work easier, especially for monitoring soil moisture. in presenting a soil moisture control monitoring system tool, which can be used by the community for efficient gardening. Where the system uses microcontroller technology which has been developed internationally. The creation of this system aims to make gardening easier. From the case studies raised in this research, the lack of efficient soil moisture affects plant growth. A system was created to produce a tool for controlling and monitoring soil moisture conditions in waterfall method plants. The stages of this research include analysis, system design, implementation, testing and maintenance. The implication of this research is the optimization of the gardening process by farmers in maintaining soil moisture by automatically turning on and turning off buttons. This system is based on IoT which is a soil moisture sensor using a soil moisture sensor & I2C LCD as a monitoring tool. It is said that the soil is damp if the water content is 60% -80%, if it is less than this then the water pump will turn on automatically.

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.

The social media platform TikTok has grown rapidly as one of the main platforms for creative expression and information exchange. This article discusses the use of video editing tools provided by TikTok in creating interesting learning materials for students. We analyze TikTok's creative features including visual effects, music, and quick edits, and illustrate how to apply them to learning. This research involves a qualitative approach through case studies, focusing on the teacher's experience in creating learning materials with the TikTok video editing tool. The findings show that this approach can motivate students by providing visual content that matches the preferences of the younger generation. Students' positive response to this approach indicates increased engagement and interest in learning. However, challenges in utilizing TikTok's video editing tools are also acknowledged. Integrating creativity with substantial content and ensuring the integrity of education is maintained are some of the aspects that must be considered. Ethical and privacy implications are also discussed in the context of the use of social media platforms in education. In conclusion, TikTok's video editing tools offer exciting potential for creating impactful learning materials. With a thoughtful approach, educators can design content that fits current visual trends and communication styles, while maintaining the required educational quality.

This study explores the relationship between teachers' digital pedagogical competency and student learning outcomes in both rural and urban schools. A descriptive survey design, utilizing correlational and regression analyses, was employed to examine this relationship. Data were collected from teachers using a structured questionnaire assessing their digital competence, while student learning outcomes were measured through academic performance records. The results revealed significant differences between urban and rural schools in terms of teachers’ digital competence, with urban teachers demonstrating higher levels of digital skills. A positive correlation was found between teachers' digital competence and student learning outcomes, particularly in urban schools, where digital tools were more readily available. The regression analysis further confirmed that digital competence was a significant predictor of student achievement, with urban schools outperforming rural ones even after controlling for teacher experience. The study suggests that infrastructure availability, teacher training, and institutional support play crucial roles in enhancing digital competence, particularly in rural schools, where such resources are often limited. These findings underscore the need for policy reforms that ensure equitable access to digital tools and professional development opportunities for teachers across both rural and urban settings. Recommendations include targeted interventions for rural schools to bridge the digital divide and improve student learning outcomes through enhanced teacher digital competencies.

In Indonesia, public awareness of the Internet has grown very rapidly. Especially for students, teachers and other communities. Technology is present and has become part of human life, as if someone cannot work without smartphones, tablets and computers which are production tools for modern technology. Apart from that, the increasing popularity of the Internet among the public has led to the proliferation of internet cafe businesses in several cities in Indonesia. , one of which is Medan City. Cyber ​​Net is a place that facilitates people in using the internet as a medium for playing online games as well as a medium for seeking information and learning. The aim of the research was to create a comfortable gaming place that would attract the attention of e-sports users. By using a qualitative approach, it is hoped that this research can produce a design that not only pays attention to beauty and aesthetic aspects, but also pays attention to the appropriate and comfortable position and layout.

The aim of making this work is to visualize the application of Minangkabau pusako objects such as kurambik, keris, talempong, tingkuluak tanduak, tambua, carano, traditional clothing and other cultural tools into decorative objects, namely decorative lamps using carving and collage techniques. The creation method used in this final work is the exploration, design and embodiment stages to visualize Minangkabau pusako objects into decorative lamp works. Based on this method, works are created in the form of decorative lamps in various forms of Minangkabau pusako objects as objects, which are made using collage techniques. The author created seven works entitled (1) male kurambik decorative lamp (2) kurambik batano decorative lamp; (3) Carano decorative lamps with Ati Ati motifs; (4) Carano Kipeh Cino decorative lamps; (5) tingkuluak tanduak decorative lights; (6) Kapalo Buffalo Kaluak Paku decorative lights; (7) buffalo head decorative lamp.