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With regard to the learning achievement of class VI students at MI Muhammadiyah Karanganyar, the aim of the research is to determine the potential influence of teacher creativity and the use of technology as a science learning medium. Questionnaires were used in this study to measure how much technology is used as a science education tool and to evaluate the creativity of teachers. To determine the effect of a treatment on the dependent variable, this research method uses quantitative research in the form of experiments. By being given the opportunity to become a sample, each member of the population is given the opportunity to be selected using random sampling techniques. Three hundred and fifty students, seventeen males and eighteen females, comprised the VIG class sample. In this research, student learning achievement (Y) is the dependent variable and two independent variables are used, namely teacher creativity (X2) and use of technology as a science learning medium (X1). This research uses two types of data, namely the average daily science assessment score and primary data in the form of a questionnaire with 35 respondents. Regression analysis and correlation tests are used in the data analysis process to assess the relationship between variables. At ϼ= 0.05, the research produces Tcount = 0.745 and Ttable = 0.444. Tcount > Ttable shows that Hₒ is rejected and H₁ is accepted based on standard criteria. Thus, the learning achievement of class VI MI Muhammadiyah Karanganyar students is influenced by the use of technology as a science learning medium and teacher creativity.

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 policy dynamics surrounding the implementation of the 21st-century skills-based curriculum, focusing on the perceptions and challenges faced by stakeholders at various educational levels. Through semi-structured interviews with teachers, principals, and policymakers, along with policy document analysis, the research identifies a significant gap between national policy design and its practical implementation at the school level. The study reveals that while the national curriculum emphasizes critical competencies such as critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, there is a disconnect between these objectives and their classroom application. The main challenges include limited resources, cultural resistance, and lack of support from regional governments. The findings emphasize the need for a more flexible, context-sensitive curriculum that can be adapted to local needs. The study also emphasizes the importance of ongoing professional development and strong leadership to facilitate the adoption of innovative teaching methods. To address these challenges, the study calls for a coordinated approach involving national, regional, and school-level authorities to ensure effective curriculum reform. The research contributes valuable insights into the complexities of curriculum implementation and offers recommendations to improve educational policies and practices aimed at equipping students with the necessary skills for the modern world.

Fine motor skills, which involve movements using the small muscles in the hands and wrists, are essential for everyday tasks such as writing, eating, dressing and playing. These skills develop gradually from birth to adulthood and require practice. Hence, it is expected that through the activity of assembling robots with used goods in early childhood can improve children's fine motor skills, improve hand and eye coordination, dexterity, accuracy, strength, creativity, problem solving, and spatial awareness. This activity was carried out with Darul Ilmi Murni Kindergarten students, starting with coordinating with the teacher, preparing activity materials, and presenting the material while practicing it with students. The results of this activity show that assembling robots from used items is not only fun, but also educational. Children are actively involved in processing simple materials into moving robots, while improving their fine motor skills. This activity can also be an effective and fun way to introduce children to the world of technology and support their essential skills development.

The student worksheet, also known as LKPD, is a crucial element in the educational process inside schools. Nevertheless, several LKPDS fail to satisfy the requirements of being feasible, valid, and successful in enhancing the abilities of science process learners. Furthermore, the absence of stimuli in the LKPD to foster critical thinking among learners is a pressing issue that requires attention. The objective of this project is to create a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) focused Learning Kit and Performance Dashboard (LKPD) that may enhance the scientific process and creative abilities of fourth-grade children in primary school, specifically in relation to plant matter. The study employed the ADDIE Development paradigm, which consists of five stages: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. The findings demonstrated that the STEAM-oriented LKPD created had a positive impact on enhancing the science process abilities and fostering creativity among fourth-grade pupils in relation to plant matter. Furthermore, the enthusiasm for acquiring knowledge and the level of scientific literacy also exert a beneficial impact on the science process abilities of individuals. Teachers and learners also evaluate the LKPD for its viability and practicality

The curriculum is part of a learning management system that involves planning the implementation of learning and becomes a guideline and guide for teachers in carrying out learning activities. The purpose of this research is to find out the teacher's perception of curriculum changes in Indonesia, especially for English teachers. In this research, the method used is descriptive qualitative research method and the data obtained is from the results of interviews. The results of the study show that the opinions of the teachers reflect diverse views regarding curriculum changes in Indonesia. Some considered it to have a positive impact, such as an increased focus on attitudes and skills, as well as enhancing students' creativity. However, others noted negative impacts such as students' adaptation difficulties and new problems arising, including a lack of support from some students and the learning environment for the government standards.    

The Tridharma of Higher Education contains three important points, namely education, research and community service. Community service on this occasion was carried out with partners from Yapim Mabar Vocational School.  In the era of digitalization, student creativity is very important, so it is necessary to provide computer programs such as Ms. Office, including Microsoft Power Point. There is a need for training on computer applications related to Microsoft Power Point, therefore the proposed solution is in the form of training to equip vocational school students with the ability to understand Ms. Power Point, this ability is very necessary in completing assignments, organizing the results of interesting material presentations given by school teachers or university lecturers later.

In developing an independent curriculum in Indonesia, one of them cannot be separated from the role of philosophy of science, which in curriculum development is the spirit or foundation of education which must be evaluated, studied periodically, innovative and dynamic following changing times, such as the philosophical Ki Hajar Dewantara who stated that education is appropriate. the nature of nature and the nature of the times, meaning that education develops according to the times. Of course, all the changes and developments that occur in the educational curriculum cannot be separated from the results of several studies on how the implementation of this independent curriculum can overcome learning loss, the effects of the Covid pandemic plus the global challenges of change from era 4.0 to Society 5.0, which has the impact that today's generation needs. have the ability to think critically, creatively and innovatively. In the independent curriculum, it can be seen that the superiority of its characteristics is that the material is simpler and more in-depth and there is a significant reduction in material. The materials presented are limited to essential material. Reducing material provides an opportunity for students to explore the material more comprehensively. Next is more independence, which means that in an independent curriculum, students are given more freedom to choose the subjects they are interested in according to their interests, talents, potential and aspirations. Meanwhile, teachers can teach according to the stages of student achievement and development. So it is more relevant and interactive. Students are guided to be able to collaborate, work together to form groups to identify problems that are becoming issues to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students, namely faith and devotion to God Almighty and noble character, global diversity, mutual cooperation, independence, critical reasoning and creativity. The essence of this independent curriculum is independent learning. This aims to enable students to explore their respective interests, potential and talents.

Giving gifts or souvenirs among young people with flower bouquets has become common place, unfortunately the flower bouquets we give often wither and become trash. One alternative substitute for souvenirs or flower bouquet gifts is a snack bouquet. Giving a snack bouquet not only cheap and affordable, it also provides more benefits because we can eat the snacks. The Trend of giving souvenirs or gifts in the form of a bouquet of snacks can be a form of business for young people, especially for the teenagers of the Kasih Ibu Bangkinang Orphanage. After this activity, it is hoped that teenagers can develop an entrepreneurial spirit and will grow into creative individuals. The problem of teenagers at Kasih Ibu Orphanage is that they do not have insight into entrepreneurship and there is a lack of activities that build their creativity and skills. Therefore, training is needed to increase understanding of education about entrepreneurship and a spirit of creativity that is trained at an early age, which is the main capital for their productivity and independence when they grow up. For sustainability programs, because children's entrepreneurship cannot be carried out alone, guidance and support from adults, assistants in orphanages and teachers are needed. Providing opportunities for teenagers to learn to do business (entrepreneurship) from a young age is not oriented towards making money, but rather to train independence, by relying on their creativity.

Humanization of education in an Islamic context, with emphasis on a deep understanding of human nature. Education that focuses on human nature in Islam views individuals as unique creatures who have value, potential and an important role in God's creation. This paper explains how Islam provides a philosophical and ethical basis for recognizing and respecting human dignity in the educational process.Next, review the dimensions of humanistic education that are in accordance with Islamic values. Humanistic education aims to develop humans holistically, including physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects. These dimensions include a curriculum approach that is oriented towards personal development, an inclusive educational environment, the teacher's role as a facilitator of growth, and learning that encourages understanding, reflection, and creativity.Through this presentation of human nature in Islam and the dimensions of humanistic education, it can provide in-depth insight into how education can be an important and significant medium in developing individuals who are dignified, empowered and ethical, in accordance with Islamic principles and values. humanity.

This research discusses the implementation of the Project for Strengthening the Profile of Pancasila Students (P5) in the Independent Curriculum at the UNP Laboratory Development High School. The Merdeka Curriculum emphasizes the character of students with six main dimensions, such as faith, diversity, mutual cooperation, independence, critical thinking and creativity. Implementation of P5 is carried out through project-based activities involving these elements, with a focus on the theme "Local Wisdom." UNP Laboratory Development High School implements P5 every three months, involving all education stakeholders. P5 evaluation does not focus on written grades, but rather on strengthening character, especially local wisdom which describes the culture, identity and ethics of the local community. This program aims to prepare students to face the challenges of globalization while maintaining harmony with Pancasila values ​​and local wisdom. The research method used was qualitative with data collection through observation and interviews with the P5 coordinating teacher. The findings show that P5 involves project-based activities aimed at strengthening students' competencies and character in accordance with the Pancasila Student Profile. The implication of this research is the importance of character education that integrates local wisdom in learning to create a competent and characterful generation.

This research aims to determine the implementation of cultural and civic literacy through the LEKSAM BEDAS literacy program at SDN Cipaku 03 to increase creativity in students. This research uses one method, namely the qualitative descriptive method. Then the researcher also studied research information from the results of interviews conducted with the fifth grade teacher who was the literacy program supervisor at SDN Cipaku 03. Data collection techniques were carried out using observation, interviews and documentation. Data analysis was carried out using data collection, data reduction, data presentation, inference and verification techniques. The results of the research show that SDN Cipaku 03 has implemented the Family Educational Literacy program, Children’s School and Community, Awakening to Dynamic, Prosperous, Religious Education (Leksam Bedas) in order to improve literacy and creativity skills in students. The Bedas Leksam program can be carried out by utilizing libraries and other reading areas as literacy infrastructure that supports students. The Bedas Leksam program can be combined with cultural literacy and civic literacy.  

Problem-Based Learning (PBL) has become a significant approach in the realm of education aimed at enhancing students' abilities to solve real-world problems. This paper delves into the integration of PBL within curriculum planning as an endeavor to create a more meaningful and pertinent learning environment for students. PBL amalgamates theoretical concepts with practical applications in problem-solving, enabling students to hone critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative skills. This research scrutinizes strategies for implementing PBL within curriculum planning, encompassing the identification of curriculum-relevant issues, structuring structured learning steps, and evaluating learning outcomes. The success of PBL within the curriculum context hinges upon schools' and teachers' capacities to design adaptable and flexible curricula. Teachers assume a pivotal role as learning facilitators, guiding students in exploring problems, fostering collaboration, and nurturing profound comprehension. Furthermore, this study underscores the advantages of integrating PBL into the curriculum, including heightened student motivation, fortified problem-solving skills, and preparing students to confront real-world challenges.

In the era of the new normal, maintaining health and hygiene has become critically important, especially in preventing the spread of viruses. One effective way to achieve this is through regular handwashing. Schools are particularly susceptible to the transmission of viruses and bacteria, which is why it's crucial to implement an effective hand sanitizer system. However, the use of conventional hand sanitizer bottles that require manual pressing or opening still carries the risk of virus transmission. Therefore, there is a need for the development of an automatic hand sanitizer system to reduce the risk of virus transmission. This research aims to design an Arduino-based automatic hand sanitizer system at SD Kanisius Genuk. The automatic hand sanitizer system utilizes an ultrasonic sensor to detect the distance between an object, in this case, a hand, and the hand sanitizer. When the hand approaches within a certain distance, the hand sanitizer fluid is dispensed automatically through a mini 5V pump. Additionally, the device features a liquid level sensor that provides information about the hand sanitizer fluid level via an LCD screen. The theoretical significance of this research lies in enriching knowledge about programming using the C++ programming language in designing an automatic hand sanitizer system. Furthermore, the research is expected to enhance creativity, innovation, and knowledge development in response to technological advancements. The practical benefits of this research include facilitating students, teachers, and guests at SD Kanisius Genuk in using the automatic hand sanitizer, thus reducing the risk of virus transmission. Additionally, this research can serve as a reference for universities and contribute to the field of human resource management knowledge.

Character education is a system of instilling character values in school members which includes components of knowledge, intelligence or will, and actions to implement these values. Character education is a deliberate effort to build good character based on core virtues that are objectively good for individuals and society. The research method used is a qualitative method involving data collection techniques in the form of observation and interviews. The data collected was then analyzed inductively, namely by identifying patterns, themes and concepts that emerged from the data. The purpose of this literature is to determine teacher strategies and creativity as an effort to improve character education for students. The results of the research show that the improvement efforts made by teachers at RA Maghfirah have been very good, teachers always accustom children to what they have been taught. The strategy used by teacher RA Maghfirah in forming children's character is related to habitual activities. The implication of this research is that it is hoped that teachers can use various models, methods and learning media to increase students' creative thinking.

The purpose of this study was to learn how creative the PAI teachers at SMPN 2 Koto Balingka were when using the presentation software Power Point to engage their students who were less engaged in the learning process and more likely to experience frustration and boredom. And the pitfalls that teachers have to deal with while using Power Point. This study employed a descriptive quantitative methodology.Researchers play direct roles as planners, implementers, data collectors, data analysts, and report writers.Collecting information by means of observation, interviews, and written records.Information is gathered from interviews, documents, and libraries. This study's findings suggest that teachers can boost students' understanding of a subject by being creative with Power Point presentations. This can be done by providing clear explanations of the topic at hand, coming up with unique wording for slides, and showing relevant images. Teachers can become more innovative in their use of today's sophisticated technology by making use of Power Point presentations. Students can understand the material presented. The lack of an LCD projector, the disparity between student and teacher proficiency with the PowerPoint software, and the short amount of time available for its use are all factors that dampen teachers' inventiveness while using the program.

Education plays a very important role in building character and improving the quality of the individual. It is inevitable that problems arise in the implementation of learning. One of the problems often encountered in the school environment is the boredom of the students in the classroom. To overcome this, the provision of interesting and enjoyable learning media is seen as a reasonable solution. Although the primary school age is a crucial period, it is necessary to consider how to provide learning materials that are interesting and fun so that students can more easily accept the material taught by the teacher. Through the design thinking research method, stencil is a media or technique that is often used in the application of art, this media was chosen as a learning media to introduce students to stencil and aims as a form of their expression in pouring their creativity into a learning about art.

One of the media used by PAI teachers at SDN Pakan Labuh 03 is Student Worksheets (LKPD) in learning, especially in Islamic Religious Education lessons. The teacher only gives an explanation of the material then practices the prayer movement directly, then evaluates it. This teaching method is considered inappropriate, because there are still many students who have difficulty understanding the concept of good and correct movement according to Islamic law. The existence of the development of LKPD into e-LKPD that supports the learning of Islamic Religious Education prayer practice materials with the aim of this research is to produce valid, practical, and effective e-LKPD to train students' prayer movements (psychomotor) according to Islamic law on prayer practice material.This research is a development research which has 4 stages, namely: define stage, design stage and develop stage, socialization stage. The research instrument uses product tests, namely: product validity test, product practicality test, and product effectiveness test. The E-LKPD was validated by three validators, namely one media lecturer, one PAI lecturer, and one PAI teacher. At the practicality stage, e-LKPD as a learning resource for prayer practices was tested on fifth grade students at SD Negeri 03 Pakan Labuh.The results of this study are E-LKPD with the support of Liveworksheet and Canva Apps get a final validation value of 0.84, a final practicality value of 0.85 and a final effectiveness value of 0.86. It can be concluded that the development of E-LKPD as a Learning Resource for Prayer Practices at SD Negeri 03 Pakan Labuh is very valid, very practical and very effective to use. E-LKPD can increase teacher creativity, so that ELKPD will look interactive, fun and attract students' learning interest. Interactive E-LKPD is synonymous with sheets in the form of student practice questions done through digital media that meet standards, are practical, and are easily accessible.

From the explanation and research process carried out by the researcher, it is known that the Integrated Curriculum Method for class VII students at MTs Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura is very well implemented because it is able to improve learning outcomes. students who can be seen in the implementation of the second cycle. Students' understanding of learning is better with the implementation of the Integrated Curriculum method compared to the usual or conventional learning methods that have been applied so far. It can be concluded that the Integrated Curriculum method is effective. Efforts to improve student learning outcomes in learning moral aqidah in class VII MTs Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura were successfully carried out by implementing the Integrated Curriculum method in accordance with the plans that had been made. Efforts are made to actively involve students in every learning activity and explore students' potential so that students' creativity emerges. The increase in student learning outcomes by applying the Integrated Curriculum method is known through the student activity sheets that have been created and show good improvement through the application of the Integrated Curriculum method. Increasing student creativity in learning also influences student learning outcomes which also increase. In learning, students appear more active and enthusiastic in following the lesson material provided by the teacher in the learning process in class.   

Teaching methods are the way teachers deliver learning material in every face-to-face meeting with students. Creative, professional teachers are required to develop approaches and choose effective teaching methods to create a conducive and enjoyable learning climate. To avoid boredom in learning, teachers can choose a method that suits the subject or sub-subject at the same time and place at once, because there are strengths and weaknesses in each teaching method. Teaching methods that are suitable for certain subjects are characterized by high student learning achievement in each learning evaluation implementation. Another factor that influences learning outcomes is achievement motivation. In the learning process, achievement motivation is very important to give to students. This is intended to stimulate students' creativity and willingness to participate in learning activities. Achievement motivation is the desire to complete something to achieve a standard of success, and to make an effort to achieve success