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This study aims to analyze the basic skills of 21st-century teachers that play a role in creating creative and collaborative learning. Technological developments, changes in student characteristics, and modern educational demands place teachers in the role of facilitators who must master critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration, and the ability to integrate technology into the learning process. The results of the study show that mastery of these skills can increase student activity, motivation, and interaction, while also encouraging problem-solving and cooperation skills. In addition to pedagogical aspects, teachers' psychological readiness and attitudes toward the use of technology, including artificial intelligence, also influence the effectiveness of its application in the classroom. This study emphasizes the importance of continuous training, the development of relevant learning media, and institutional support so that teachers can adapt to the changes of the digital era. Thus, the basic skills of 21st-century teachers are an important foundation in realizing innovative and relevant learning for the needs of students.  

Food-based micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) play a crucial role in supporting household economic growth, including in Sialang Village, Bangkinang Subdistrict. One of the local businesses, “Keripik Cabe dan Mie Kuning Bu Inun,” produces cassava chips using traditional frying methods, which result in high oil absorption, inconsistent quality, short shelf life, and low production efficiency. Limited knowledge of food processing technology, sanitation, and food safety standards further hinders business development. This community service program aims to address these challenges through the application of low-oil frying technology, training on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), production assistance, and periodic evaluation. The implementation method includes field observation, technical training, technology demonstration, production mentoring, and monitoring. The results show significant improvements in product quality, indicated by lower oil content, crispier texture, brighter color, and longer shelf life. Efficiency in oil usage and process stability also increased. Moreover, the knowledge and skills of MSME actors in sanitation, food safety, and production management improved considerably. Overall, the program successfully enhanced the competitiveness of the MSME, strengthened production sustainability, and provided positive economic impacts. This initiative can serve as a replicable model for other food MSMEs facing similar challenges.

Robotic extracurricular activities have the potential to develop students' creativity. The implementation of robotics extracurricular programs in improving students' creativity is an activity or activity that is determined outside of class hours, usually aimed at expanding students' insight or knowledge and skills related to technology, operation or development of human machines and human machine systems. The purpose of this study is to describe the design, process, and assessment of robotics extracurricular programs in improving students' creativity at MIN 2 Kediri. This research is a qualitative research with a case study research type. Data collection techniques use interviews, observation, and documentation. Meanwhile, for data analysis, researchers perform data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. This study produces findings that the robotics extracurricular program in improving students' creativity at MIN 2 Kediri has been running effectively. The methods used in the robotics extracurricular program are the PjBL method, STEM, demonstration, and practice.

This study analyzes the quality control of lamb rendang products at CV. Mitra Tani Farm using three Statistical Quality Control (SQC) tools: the checksheet, Pareto diagram, and Fishbone diagram. The research was conducted to identify major product defects and their root causes in the canned lamb rendang production process. A descriptive quantitative method was applied through direct observation, interviews, and documentation. Data were collected using a checksheet to record defect types and frequencies, then analyzed with Pareto and Fishbone diagrams to determine dominant issues and underlying factors. The results showed that labeling errors were the most frequent defect, followed by inaccurate sterilization and machine overload. These problems were mainly caused by limited operator skills, non-standardized procedures, and inadequate machine performance. The findings indicate that improving operator training, refining standard procedures, and maintaining equipment are essential to enhance product quality and consistency.  

This community service activity aims to strengthen the institutional capacity of the Muaro Saiyo Farmers Group through the integration of entrepreneurial independence and sustainable irrigation management. The main issues faced by the group are the weakness of the organizational structure, low entrepreneurial skills, and poorly coordinated irrigation management. The implementation methods include field surveys, socialization, thematic training (institutional management, post-harvest processing, and sustainable irrigation), mentoring, and evaluation through pre-tests and post-tests to measure changes in knowledge. The results of the activity show a significant increase in participants' knowledge, which improved from 25.9% in the "good" category before the training to 88.9% after the training. In addition, the group formed administrative documents, value-added rice products, and a trained irrigation management team. This program successfully created social changes in the form of new norms in farm management, strengthened the culture of mutual cooperation, and fostered the emergence of local leaders capable of mobilizing the group. Future recommendations include the development of more sustainable farming business units and continuous mentoring to strengthen the group's independence in the long term.

Food safety is crucial for public health, particularly in rural areas with limited access to information and food additive (BTP) detection tools. The PKK group in Borisallo Village faces challenges due to low awareness about the dangers of BTP such as formalin, borax, Rhodamin B, methanol yellow, and synthetic sweeteners, as well as limited skills in detecting these substances. This Community Service (PKM) program aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of PKK members through education and training on natural BTP detection and food processing. Methods include counseling, demonstrations using organoleptic and household tests, and practicing with natural alternatives for preservatives, sweeteners, and food colorings. Results showed a significant increase in participants' understanding and detection ability, as seen in the pretest and posttest evaluations. The provision of portable stoves and pans also ensures sustainability of the activities. This program strengthens the PKK's role in food safety supervision at the village level and suggests further training, additional detection tools, and more collaboration with health centers and local governments to sustain the initiative.

Organic waste management at Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) is still not optimal, even though organic waste production averages 1,264 kg per month. This community service activity aims to develop technological innovations through the utilization of eggshell waste and Black Soldier Fly (BSF) maggots into economically valuable pellet feed products. The activity was carried out from October 8 to 15, 2025, involving three workers from the Temporary Processing Site (TPS) of PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia YIA. The implementation methods included an initial survey, education, demonstration of pellet production, and evaluation of participants' skills and product quality. The production process involved drying, grinding the ingredients, mixing the ingredients, molding, and drying the pellets. The results showed that the workers were able to independently carry out the production process and produce pellets with good physical quality. Cost analysis showed that the cost of production was IDR 47,989/kg, with a potential profit margin of 30% and an estimated return on investment within ±7 months. This innovation has proven effective in reducing waste volume, increasing the added value of organic waste, and supporting the principles of zero waste and circular economy in the airport area. This program has the potential to be further developed as a model for sustainable organic waste management.

Financial decision-making among university students has become a critical issue in the digital era, requiring adequate financial literacy and adaptive skills. This study aims to explore how students at Lampung Uni-versity make financial decisions by examining three main factors: financial literacy, peer influence, and digital transformation. A qualitative phenomenological approach was employed to capture students’ subjective experiences regarding their thought processes, considerations, and social dynamics influencing financial choices. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with participants selected using purposive random sampling and analyzed using thematic coding with NVivo 12 Pro software. The findings indicate that financial literacy serves as a cognitive foundation, enabling students to assess risks, prioritize ex-penditures, and develop basic financial management strategies. Peer influence affects financial decisions through social norms, social comparisons, and peer recommendations. Meanwhile, digital transformation facilitates access to information, accelerates transactions, and shapes new consumption and investment patterns among students. The interaction of these three factors contributes to the formation of com-prehensive financial awareness. This study provides insights for enhancing financial education and promoting rational financial behaviors among young adults.

The advancement of knowledge and technology in the 21st century has changed human life patterns and demands a transformation in the world of education to be able to prepare students to face global challenges. 21st-century education emphasizes the mastery of critical, creative, communicative, collaborative skills, and technological literacy needed in the digital era.The purpose of this study is to investigate the idea of 21st-century learning, relevant learning models, and the role of teachers as facilitators, innovators, and agents of change in the modern learning process. This study uses a library research strategy by reviewing numerous scientific materials linked to 21st-century competencies, Learning methods including cooperative Learning, Project Based Learning, Problem Based Learning, and Discovery Learning, as well as the TPACK framework as a basis for technology integration. The study’s findings show that 21st-century learning requires the implementation of a learner-centered approach and the planned use of technology to raise the standard of learning procedures and results. In addition, teachers have a strategic role in guiding to enable pupils to acquire higher order thinking abilities and adapt to changing times. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of strengthening teacher competencies and implementing innovative learning models is an attempt to raise educational standards in the global era.

This research is motivated by the importance of managerial skills in improving business productivity and efficiency, particularly in the entrepreneurial sector, which faces the challenges of competition, market changes, and limited resources. The objective of this study is to analyze the role of managerial skills development and its contribution to optimizing entrepreneurial performance. The method used is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), which examines various relevant scientific publications and then categorizes the findings to obtain a comprehensive overview of effective strategies for improving managerial competency. The results indicate that technical skills, human relations skills, and conceptual skills play a significant role in supporting decision-making processes, resource management, and adapting business strategies to business dynamics. The findings also indicate that training, mentoring, continuous learning, and the use of technology are development strategies capable of significantly increasing productivity and efficiency. The implications of this research emphasize that improving managerial skills is a strategic necessity for entrepreneurs to strengthen competitiveness, increase operational effectiveness, and promote business sustainability. Furthermore, this research provides a basis for the development of more structured training programs and supporting policies to strengthen the managerial capacity of entrepreneurs.

This study examines the effectiveness of digital storytelling in enhancing the speaking skills of secondary EFL learners. The research responds to persistent challenges in speaking instruction, particularly students’ limited fluency, low confidence, and insufficient exposure to meaningful communicative tasks. Using a mixed methods design, the study involved an eight week intervention in which students created scripted digital stories through narration, multimedia editing, and collaborative production. Quantitative data were collected through pre-test and post-test assessments measuring fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and coherence, while qualitative data were obtained through observations, interviews, and student reflections. The findings reveal substantial improvements in speaking performance, especially in fluency and coherence, accompanied by increased engagement, reduced speaking anxiety, and heightened self awareness during the storytelling process. These results highlight that digital storytelling provides repeated oral practice and authentic communicative opportunities that support learners’ linguistic and affective development. The study offers implications for English teachers and curriculum designers by demonstrating that technology supported narrative tasks can be integrated into regular instruction to foster more interactive, creative, and student centered speaking learning environments.

The rapid advancement of information technology requires teachers to possess adequate digital skills and understanding to support the learning process. A website serves as an essential digital medium that can be utilized for providing information, learning materials, activity documentation, and facilitating communication among teachers, students, and the school. This study aims to develop and manage a school website as a means to enhance information technology knowledge for teachers at SMP Bina Bangsa Mandiri Cikeas, Bogor Regency. The research employed a system development approach, including needs analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation of website usage by teachers. The results indicate that the developed website provides ease of access in managing school information, preparing digital learning content, and improving teachers’ digital literacy. Moreover, the website serves as a collaborative platform that supports teachers in sharing materials and teaching innovations. Therefore, developing and managing a website effectively contributes to enhancing information technology competence among junior high school teachers.

The rapid advancement of information technology requires teachers to possess adequate digital skills and understanding to support the learning process. A website serves as an essential digital medium that can be utilized for providing information, learning materials, activity documentation, and facilitating communication among teachers, students, and the school. This study aims to develop and manage a school website as a means to enhance information technology knowledge for teachers at SMP Bina Bangsa Mandiri Cikeas, Bogor Regency. The research employed a system development approach, including needs analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation of website usage by teachers. The results indicate that the developed website provides ease of access in managing school information, preparing digital learning content, and improving teachers’ digital literacy. Moreover, the website serves as a collaborative platform that supports teachers in sharing materials and teaching innovations. Therefore, developing and managing a website effectively contributes to enhancing information technology competence among junior high school teachers.

The development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology offers new opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of teaching and learning processes. However, the level of understanding and utilization of AI in vocational school environments remains varied. The socialization activity on the use of AI at SMK Negeri 4 Padangsidimpuan was carried out as an effort to improve digital literacy, pedagogical competence, and the skills of both students and teachers in effectively utilizing AI technology. The activity methods included material presentation, demonstrations of educational AI applications, and hands-on practice using several AI platforms for material creation, data analysis, and learning support. The results showed an improvement in teachers' and students' understanding of basic AI concepts, their ability to use AI tools in teaching, and increased motivation to integrate AI into the learning process. This socialization activity is expected to serve as an initial step in developing an adaptive, innovative, and technology-based learning ecosystem that aligns with the needs of the digital era.

This community service activity was carried out in Kuala Indah Village with the aim of improving the skills and economic independence of the community through creative entrepreneurship training in the form of making liquid dish soap. This program was motivated by the socio-economic conditions of the village community, the majority of whom work In the informal sector with uncertain incomes, so that alternative businesses that are easy to do and have economic value are needed. The implementation method of the activity consisted of three stages: socialization, provision of materials, and direct practice of soap making. The results of the activity showed that the community was very enthusiastic in participating in the training and was able to practice the soap making process independently, from mixing the ingredients to packaging the final product. Through this activity, the community gained new knowledge about the ingredients, functions, and benefits of dish soap, as well as opportunities for developing it as a household business. This training successfully improved the skills, motivation, and entrepreneurial spirit of the Kuala Indah Village community, while also opening up opportunities for the formation of independent small businesses that have the potential to improve the family economy

Soft skills are essential competencies that teachers must possess to create an effective, communicative, and student-centered learning process. However, the geographical conditions of SD Negeri 01 Saonek, which is located in an island area, present unique challenges, particularly related to limited access to travel outside the island and unstable communication networks. These limitations have resulted in teachers at the school not receiving adequate training in soft skill development, including communication, classroom management, and self-reflection abilities. To address this need, a socialization and training program based on microteaching was implemented as an effort to enhance teachers’ professional competencies. The microteaching method was chosen because it provides opportunities for direct practice, structured feedback, and simplified yet effective teaching simulations. The training was designed to help teachers understand good teaching techniques, build confidence, and strengthen interpersonal skills in instructional interactions. In addition, the collective feedback sessions offered participants chances to learn from one another and improve their teaching strategies based on peer observations. The results of the activity indicated an improvement in teachers’ ability to design lesson scenarios, manage classrooms, deliver material more clearly, and communicate more effectively with students. Teachers also reported increased motivation and a deeper understanding of the importance of soft skills in supporting their professionalism. Thus, the microteaching training provided new insights into the capacity-building process for teachers at SD Negeri 01 Saonek and served as a relevant solution for island schools facing limited access to conventional training. This program is expected to continue and become a model for empowering teachers in 3T regions to sustainably improve education quality.

This research aims to respond to the complex challenges of the digital era, where students are not only required to develop scientific thinking skills but also to strengthen ethics and character as the primary basis for filtering information and acting wisely in cyberspace. Rapid technological developments are often not directly proportional to the mastery of moral literacy, so the application of Islamic ethical values ​​is crucial to create a balance between intellectual intelligence and good morals. This research aims to examine how combining scientific thinking with Islamic ethics can strengthen students' character, while also identifying effective implementation approaches in contemporary learning environments. The method used is a literature study with descriptive qualitative analysis, involving the review of various literature sources related to scientific thinking, character education, and Islamic ethical principles. The results show that the collaboration between systematic, critical, and objective scientific thinking processes with Islamic ethical values ​​such as honesty, responsibility, and politeness can shape students' mindsets and behaviors that are more moderate, responsible, and ethical in the use of technology. This integration also improves students' ability to carefully assess digital information, make appropriate moral decisions, and avoid deviations in cyberspace. In terms of implications, this research emphasizes the need to develop a curriculum and teaching strategies that structuredly combine cognitive and affective aspects, so that schools can produce a generation that is not only academically superior, but also has a strong, adaptive character and noble morals amidst the unstoppable wave of digital technology development.

Bullying behavior in elementary schools, characterized by the intentional harm of others, can manifest as teasing, harsh words, intimidation, and physical actions. It involves aggressive and repeated behavior aimed at demeaning others, which can significantly impact victims. Repeated bullying can lead to psychological issues, hindering students' ability to engage in the learning process, communicate with peers, and interact at home. Bullying in schools can result in mental health problems like anxiety and depression, academic struggles such as poor performance and truancy, and social challenges like difficulty forming relationships. Long-term effects may include trauma, low self-esteem, and even self-harm. To prevent bullying, schools should adopt a holistic approach that includes collaboration with parents and students. Strategies involve character education to promote empathy and respect, establishing clear school policies, and creating a safe, supportive environment. Raising awareness through anti-bullying campaigns and providing psychological support for victims, along with intervention for perpetrators, can further contribute to reducing bullying. Engaging the entire school community in these efforts is crucial to creating a positive, inclusive atmosphere where bullying is actively prevented.

This research is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) that aims to identify, analyze, and synthesize scientific literature related to effective facilitation strategies in the context of organizational capability development and employee learning improvement. The main focus of this research is to map various forms of facilitation interventions, assess their impact on organizational capabilities such as innovation, adaptability, and efficiency, and explore the role of facilitation in strengthening organizational and individual learning mechanisms. By using an SLR approach that follows the guidelines of PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses), this study ensures transparency and replication of the study process. The results of the synthesis show that facilitation strategies contribute significantly to improving organizational capabilities through the creation of a collaborative learning environment, strengthening communication, and improving employees' adaptive skills. In addition, facilitation has been proven to support the integration of new knowledge into organizational practices, thereby strengthening competitiveness and sustainability. These findings are expected to provide evidence-based guidance for practitioners in designing effective facilitation interventions, as well as a theoretical basis for future researchers to develop studies on the relationship between facilitation, learning, and organizational capabilities.

Negotiation is a strategic communication process in which multiple parties work to reconcile differences and reach mutually beneficial agreements through the exchange of information, interests, and viewpoints. Although traditional theories emphasize analytical elements such as developing a BATNA, crafting offer–counteroffer strategies, and employing persuasive framing, recent research underscores the growing importance of interpersonal competencies in shaping negotiation success. Through a qualitative literature-based approach, this study explores how empathy, assertive communication, and emotional regulation influence negotiation outcomes, examines their relevance in digital negotiation environments, and proposes an integrated training framework for professionals and entrepreneurs. The findings reveal that empathy strengthens a negotiator’s ability to interpret emotional cues, identify underlying concerns, and build trust, thereby minimizing miscommunication. Assertive communication supports clear expression of interests and boundaries while maintaining respect, which enhances collaborative problem-solving. Emotional regulation promotes composure and cognitive flexibility, particularly in high-pressure interactions. In technology-mediated negotiations conducted via email, messaging platforms, or virtual meetings, these skills must be adapted due to limited physical cues and higher risk of misinterpretation, requiring explicit wording and intentional emotional management. The proposed model incorporates empathy training, assertive communication development, emotional regulation practices, and digital negotiation skills to cultivate adaptive and emotionally intelligent negotiators.