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MSMEs play a crucial role in the economy. However, the performance of MSMEs is often not optimal due to various challenges, such as limited access to financing, lack of financial literacy, and high dependence on government policies. This study aims to analyze the effect of financial literacy and government policies on the performance of MSMEs in Depok City. A quantitative research design was applied in this study. Primary data were obtained from the results of a questionnaire distributed to 100 selected MSME actors using the accidental sampling method. Data collection was carried out in August - September 2024. Data analysis used the Smart Partial Last Square (PLS) 4 program which includes measuring the outer model and inner model. In testing the outer model, convergent validity, discriminant validity, and composite reliability tests were carried out. In testing the inner model, an evaluation was carried out on multicollinearity, R-squared, goodness of fit, F Square, and path coefficients. The results of the study showed that both financial literacy and government policies had a positive effect on MSME performance, but were not statistically significant. The results of this study imply that financial literacy and government policies need to be improved in terms of implementation and relevance to provide a more tangible impact on MSME performance. Financial literacy programs and policies need to be more tailored to the specific needs of MSMEs and supported by ongoing support to have a significant impact.

This study investigated the validity and reliability of a General English Course assessment tool at Universitas Harapan Bangsa. Using a quantitative descriptive technique, the study examined the assessment items using point-biserial correlation for validity and Cronbach's alpha for reliability. While the instrument had high overall reliability, several items needed to be revised to improve its validity. The findings indicate that the assessment instrument is generally reliable and valid; nevertheless, continuing monitoring and adjustment are required to maintain its quality and assure accurate evaluation of student English competence.

Aggressive driving is driving under the influence of emotional instability that has a risky impact on others. Aggressive driving behavior occurs when drivers have difficulty controlling their emotions while they are driving. Adolescence is a time of searching for identity, therefore adolescents often show forms of aggressive behavior, one of which is driving aggressively. This community service program aims to increase understanding and awareness of driving and stabilizing emotions when driving using electric bicycles for students in one of the classes in Sukamukti Village, Bojongmangu. This activity was attended by 33 students in grade 6 MI. The research method used community education by means of observation and socialization with the homeroom teacher of grade 6 MI, through three stages, namely, pre-test, psychoeducation, and evaluation in the form of a post-test. There are final results, namely, before conducting psychoeducation, the understanding was 0% and after psychoeducation, the percentage was 18%, there was an increase of 18%.

Low achievement of Indonesian students in literacy and numeracy in PISA 2022 (359 and 366 points, far below OECD average of 476-493 points) demands evaluation of factors affecting learning quality. This study analyzes the relationship between teacher welfare management and improvement of student literacy and numeracy through systematic literature review of 44 studies covering 76,990 teachers from 2019-2025. Analysis shows significant relationship between teacher welfare and student academic achievement through three mechanisms: increased teaching efficacy, positive classroom climate creation, and pedagogical innovation development. International comparison reveals significant gaps between Indonesia and developed countries like Japan (teacher salary Rp38 million vs Indonesia Rp800,000-Rp2,000,000). Implementation in Indonesia faces challenges of regional disparities, employment status inequality, and excessive workload. Comprehensive policy reform is needed including compensation standardization, holistic support programs, and longitudinal studies to understand deeper causal mechanisms.  

The majority of MSME players in Kebun Sayur village, Siantar Timur sub-district, Pematangsiantar city have a poor understanding of how to calculate the correct selling price of products. They also do not understand how to identify costs and classify them appropriately. The selling prices they set for their products are not based on full cost estimates. As a result, the profit they make is not optimal. In view of these problems, a service activity in the form of socialisation was carried out for MSME actors in Kebun Sayur village. This socialisation activity aims to increase the insight and knowledge of MSME actors in Kebun Sayur village, Siantar Timur sub-district, Pematangsiantar city regarding product selling price determination. The socialisation activity was attended by 30 participants. The stages of service activities include preparation stage, implementation stage and evaluation stage. After participating in the service activities, the participants' insight and knowledge in product selling price determination increased. The participants were also able to identify and classify costs in the businesses they manage. This service activity has a positive impact on increasing the insight and knowledge of MSME actors.

This research aims to develop an interactive web learning media called Mathventure based on Google Sites, with a focus on improving the math problem solving skills of third grade elementary school students in multiplication material. The background of this research is driven by students' low understanding of the concept of multiplication and the lack of interesting and contextual learning media. The approach used in this research is the Research and Development (R&D) method with the ADDIE model involving five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The resulting product has been validated by material and media experts with excellent results. The pilot test was conducted in two elementary schools involving pretest, posttest, and student response questionnaire. The test results showed a significant increase in problem solving ability, with an N-Gain value of 0.6612, and a practicality level of 82%. This media is considered effective in creating learning that is fun, interactive, and able to motivate students in understanding the concept of multiplication. The implication of this research shows that web-based digital media can be an innovative solution to overcome math learning difficulties in elementary schools and has the potential to be further developed for other materials and levels.

This community service program aims to internalize the exemplary values of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through the commemoration of Mawlid al-Nabi as an effort to strengthen the religious character of the community in Bulusidokare, Sidoarjo. The main issue addressed is the tendency for Mawlid activities to remain largely ceremonial, thereby limiting their impact on shaping community attitudes and behavior. The program employed a Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach, involving 45 participants consisting of community members and local leaders. The activities were conducted through stages of collaborative planning, educational sessions, interactive discussions, as well as reflection and evaluation.The results indicate a noticeable improvement in participants’ understanding of the Prophet’s exemplary values, accompanied by positive changes in attitudes and behavior toward more religiously grounded practices. In addition, increased community participation was observed, along with the emergence of individuals acting as local leaders who promote the application of these values within their social environment. These findings suggest that an educational and participatory approach is effective in fostering a deeper and more sustainable internalization of values.In conclusion, the program not only enhances knowledge but also contributes to social transformation through the strengthening of the community’s religious character. This initiative has the potential to serve as a replicable model of community service based on religious values in other contexts.

The current era of digital disruption is a challenge in itself with the development of digitalization issues that have an impact on all aspects of life. Digital disruption brings significant changes in various aspects of life, including in the field of education. SMK Ananda Bekasi, as a vocational education institution, needs to prepare its students to be able to face increasingly complex digital security challenges. This research aims to improve digital security skills in SMK Ananda Bekasi students through a specially designed training program. The methods used in this community service include needs analysis, design of training materials, and evaluation of training results The results of this community service show that digital security skills improvement training has a positive impact in increasing students' awareness and ability to deal with cyber threats. Thus, this training program is expected to be a model for other schools in improving digital literacy and cybersecurity among students.

Balanced nutritional food is daily food that contains nutrients in the type and amount that suit the body's needs. The aim of this activity is to provide training and understanding regarding making balanced nutritious food for Posyandu and Toddler Family Development/BKB cadres in Sumerta Kaja Village. The methods used in this training are preliminary studies, preparation of training materials, preparation and procurement of financial resources, implementation of training, monitoring and evaluation and dissemination of results. This training involved Posyandu Cadres, Toddler Family Development, and mothers in Sumerta Kaja Village. Through this training, the Posyandu and Toddler Family Development Cadres in Sumerta Kaja Village were very enthusiastic and were able to provide more varied and nutritionally balanced food for the children.

This research aims to develop a new learning media called "Malo Maretong" which can improve the numeracy skills of children aged 5-6 years. This research uses research and development (R&D) methods by applying the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) model. There are five steps in this development, but researchers focus on the first four: analysis, design, development, and implementation. This research involves literature study, validation by experts, as well as product evaluation and revision. Data was collected through questionnaires conducted by media experts, language experts and early childhood experts. Malo Maretong was successfully developed as an effective learning medium to improve the numeracy skills of children aged 5-6 years. The assessment from media experts received an average of 3.9 with a feasibility percentage of 97% and a "very feasible" category. The assessment from linguists received an average of 3.2 with an eligibility percentage of 80% and the "decent" category. The assessment from early childhood experts received an average of 3.2 with a feasibility percentage of 80% and the "decent" category. The validation results showed a very positive assessment from experts with a high average rating and a "very feasible" category. After validation by experts, product revisions and small-scale trials were carried out. The results of the small-scale trial showed an average assessment of 3.7 with a feasibility percentage of 93% and a "very feasible" category. This research makes an important contribution to the development of learning media that suits the needs and characteristics of early childhood, and provides strong recommendations for the implementation of Malo Maretong in the learning context of children aged 5-6 years.

The background that encourages this research is that basically the trilingual program is needed to equip students to have global competitiveness because of their proficiency in English and Arabic. The purpose of this study is to examine the implementation, evaluation, and find out the difficulties and obstacles in the implementation of the bilingual program based on holistic education at Al-Azhar Islamic School Sukoharjo. This research method is descriptive qualitative. This research uses data collection techniques in the form of interviews, observations, documentation, and questionnaires. While the data analysis technique includes three stages, namely data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of the trilingual program is in the form of using English in English subjects. Evaluation of the bilingual program based on holistic education includes exercise, practice, and enrichment. The difficulties and obstacles faced are that students do not fully understand the learning process using English. The conclusion of this study is that the implementation of a holistic education-based bilingual program is carried out through the implementation of three curricula with different approaches, recruitment of teachers who have English language skills, and the use of mixed language in the implementation of learning. Evaluation of teachers is conducted through monthly meetings by the school management. Meanwhile, evaluation for students is carried out through daily assignment assessments, mid-semester exams, and end-of-semester exams. Difficulties and obstacles encountered are the different abilities of students, the different carrying capacity of each family, and the existence of students who do not understand the benefits of language.

Children with special needs refer to they who had educational need and additional needs because of certain physical, mental, or emotional condition. They needed special teaching approach and additional sources to support their learning process. Therefore, this community service aimed to teach student using Si Raca App. The method consisted of three main stages, namely 1) preparation stage, 2) implementation stage, and 3) evaluation stage. The subjects of this community service were children with special needs who got difficulties in early reading. The subjects were 4 students with different special needs. This service was conducted at SLB Negeri Tambahrejo. Data was collected using observation, interview, and documentation. Results of this community service showed that in the preparation stage, initial assessment about students' backgrounds was conducted. In the implementation stage, it was focused on the use of Si Raca App. It was started from introducing alphabets using visual and audio media. In the evaluation stage, it utilized word puzzles in Si Raca App. These puzzles were designed to test children's skill in recognizing and arranging words. It could be concluded that three stages of this comnunity service supported the reading skill development of children with special needs using Si Raca App.

Coumarin, a key bioactive compound in cinnamon, is known for its anticoagulant, antibiotic, and anti-carcinogenic properties. This study investigates the potential of cinnamon (Cinnamomum burmanni) extract as a natural anticoagulant using both the Lee-White method, for visual observation of clotting time, and blood smear analysis for microscopic evaluation. The research aims to assess the effectiveness of the extract in preventing blood coagulation compared to untreated blood samples. Results demonstrated that blood without any anticoagulant clotted within an average time of 5 minutes and 33 seconds. In contrast, blood treated with cinnamon extract did not exhibit coagulation, indicating a significant anticoagulant effect. Microscopic examination further supported these findings, as the blood cells in the treated samples appeared separated, with no visible aggregation or linkage between the cells. These findings suggest that cinnamon extract has strong potential as a natural anticoagulant, offering a safer and more accessible alternative to synthetic anticoagulants. Further research could explore its applications in medical treatments, particularly in conditions requiring blood thinning or clot prevention. This study highlights the potential of cinnamon as a valuable bioactive agent in the field of biomedical science, especially for anticoagulation therapies.

Evaluation of the cardiorespiratory endurance condition of Hapkido athletes at Dojang Esa Ter Martial Arts Academy by using the bleep test (multi-stage fitness test). According to science for sport, the multi-stage fitness test is a test to measure cardiopulmonary endurance to determine an athlete's maximum oxygen intake. Apart from that, the coach also evaluates the condition of the athletes' cardiorespiratory endurance through sparring sessions by paying attention to performance and duration during sparring sessions. The aim of the research was to determine the lung endurance profile of athletes in the Hapkido martial arts sport at Dojang Esa Ter Martial Arts Academy. The type of research that the researcher used was descriptive research. This was intended to describe the cardiopulmonary endurance profile of members of the Hapkido Esa Ter Martial Arts Academy martial arts club with a sample size of 30 respondents. Based on the research results, it was found that 3 athletes or (10%) of them had very poor heart endurance, then 3 athletes or (10%) of them had very poor cardiopulmonary endurance, then 11 athletes or (36.7% ) of them have sufficient cardiopulmonary endurance, then 2 athletes or (6.7%) of them have good cardiopulmonary endurance, and the remaining 11 athletes or (36.7%) of them have very good cardiopulmonary endurance. Good.

Dedi Sugianto. Evaluation of the Serasi Program (Save the Prosperous Swamp of Farmers) in Upang Makmur Village, Makarti Jaya District, Banyuasin Regency. The objectives of this study are: 1) To describe and analyze  the Evaluation of the Serasi Program (Save the Farmers Prosperous Swamp) in Upang Makmur Village, Makarti Jaya District, Banyuasin Regency; 2) To describe and analyze the supporting and inhibiting factors of  the Serasi Program Evaluation (Save the Farmers Prosperous Swamp) in Upang Makmur Village, Makarti Jaya District, Banyuasin Regency. The results of the study stated that: 1) In the context, there are still many needs that have not been met in the implementation of  the Serasi Program (Save the Prosperous Swamp of Farmers) in Upang Makmur Village, Makarti Jaya District, Banyuasin Regency. The condition of the embankment that is not too high, then the farmers are not compact in carrying out this program is a problem that must be solved immediately; From the input evaluation, it is known that the residents of Upang Makmur village as the implementer of the SERASI program have strong characteristics and a high commitment in making the SERASI program a success; Regarding the procedures in working, the residents of Upang Makmur village have followed all applicable rules; In the evaluation of the program, it can be concluded that the SERASI program in Upang Makmur Village has been implemented well, but not optimally, because there are still many things that must be improved in the future, so that the expected goals can really be maximally achieved. 2) The supporting factors in the  Evaluation of the Serasi Program (Save the Prosperous Swamp of Farmers) in Upang Makmur Village, Makarti Jaya District, Banyuasin Regency are as  adequate supporting infrastructure, the commitment and seriousness of the people of Upang Makmur Village in carrying out the program, the supervision carried out, and the clear program implementation procedures, the inhibiting factor is the condition of seawater that often enters agricultural land. The entry of seawater is also due to the condition of the embankment at several points that are not too high, so that seawater can enter agricultural land.

Ardiansyah. Evaluation of Regional Regulation Number 44 of 2002 concerning Peace and Order in Lima Belas Ilir Village, East Ilir I District. This study aims to: 1) Analyze and describe the Evaluation of Regional Regulation Number 44 of 2002 concerning Peace and Order in Lima Belas Ilir Village, East Ilir I District; 2) Analyze and describe the Supporting and Hindering Factors for the Evaluation of Regional Regulation No. 44 of 2002 concerning Peace and Order in Limabelas Ilir Village, East Ilir District I. The research design used in this study is qualitative descriptive. Descriptive research can be interpreted as a problem-solving procedure that is investigated by describing / describing the state of the subject/object of research (a person, institution, society and others) at the present time based on facts that appear or as they are (Nawawi in Klicit, 2008). The results of the study concluded that: 1) The implementation of Regional Regulation No. 44 of 2002 concerning Peace and Order in Limabelas Ilir Village, Ilir Timur I District has not been optimal so far. Problems related to peace and order still often occur, such as thuggery and violations by street vendors that disturb public order and order. Education has been carried out many times through socialization and approaches through local community leaders, but the number of violations has not been able to be suppressed and is still occurring. Related to this, the lack of a high level of public awareness in complying with the regulations is considered to be the main cause of frequent violations, plus the lack of optimal enforcement of violations committed, so that violators are not deterred and tend to be ordinary in committing violations; 2) Supporting Factors for the Evaluation of Regional Regulation No. 44 of 2002 concerning Peace and Order in Fifteen Ilir Village, East Ilir District I is the existence of clear rules or legal basis contained in Regional Regulation No. 44 of 2002 concerning Peace and Order itself, then the high commitment shown by the employees of the Fifteen Ilir Village Office. Meanwhile, the inhibiting factor is that there are still many residents of Lima Belas Ilir Village who do not understand Regional Regulation Number 44 of 2002, the level of public awareness in complying with regulations is still lacking, lack of supervision from related parties, so that in the implementation of Regional Regulation Number 44 of 2002 has not been able to be applied properly, and the approach taken to the community is still not optimal.

Iskandar Suhardi, Evaluation of Health Protocol Enforcement Performance by Members of the Merdeka Post during the Covid-19 Period by the Palembang City Fire and Disaster Management Service. This study aims to analyze the Performance Evaluation of Health Protocol Enforcement by Members of the Merdeka Post during the Covid-19 Period by the Palembang City Fire and Disaster Management Service. The study used qualitative methods with data collection techniques, namely observation, interviews and documentation. The results of the study show that in the application of the health protocol itself in a combined unit of several elements and agencies, it has several weaknesses, first from the community side who really underestimates the Corona virus, then from the officers themselves there is still minimal knowledge in providing education about the importance of complying with health protocol. The enforcement of health protocols did not go as expected, based on the health protocol policy itself, because there were several aspects, where in fact not all people believed in the existence of the corona virus, some even said that this corona was just a political conspiracy and the like, so that officers had difficulty in enforcement of health protocols. In 2020-2021 the health protocol policy is going quite well, people still have fear and vigilance about the spread of the corona virus, but in the course of time and being supported by people who have been vaccinated 1 and 2, it makes people feel safer, so that strict adherence to simple wearing a mask is no longer obeyed, not to mention other things such as washing hands and so on. The implementation of this health protocol policy has many obstacles and the weak side is public awareness and the pros and cons regarding the presence or absence of the corona virus, so that some people do not obey the applicable rules, and this makes it difficult for officers to carry out the policies that have been determined. So in this case the officer must have the right technique or method so that the implementation process can be easier.    

Juanda Heri. This study aims to describe employee mutations in the Banyuasin Regency Government. This research was conducted for three months using a descriptive qualitative approach. Data was collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. Data analysis techniques are carried out by presenting data, reducing data, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that the Evaluation of Employee Movements in the Government of Banyuasin Regency. From the context aspect, employee transfers carried out by BKD often violate existing rules or SOPs, namely without paying attention to the agreed provisions such as having 2-5 years, must be in accordance with competence and good career development, the transfer process is often intervened due to political factors. From the input side, there are many things that, indeed, employee transfers are not done out of necessity, but because there are personal and political factors, employee transfers are often done because they don't want to work in that place, can be far from home and the like, staffing appointments as well and this becomes a problem. one of the main problems in the mutation process. For the aspect of transferring and transferring employees, it is often not carried out with appropriate steps and processes, this is because the transfer of employees is not due to the needs of the institution, but because of the dislike and personal interest of the employee. While the product aspect is expected to be better than employee transfer, namely to improve employee performance and work productivity in a new place, but this is often ignored because the purpose of performance transfer does not always consider the aspect of improvement, but from the aspect of interest. The supporting factor and being the biggest force in the employee transfer process is the policy that regulates this, namely BKN Regulation Number 5 of 2019 concerning Procedures for Implementing Transfers, by following these rules, of course the transfer process will not experience problems. While the inhibiting factor in the problem of employee transfer is again caused by the interests of the institution and increasing work productivity, but is caused by political factors, and in the future if it continues to be influenced by political interests, every time a regime change there will be a change of employees this will make it easier.    

This study aims to describe the implementation of policies regarding the evaluation of the increasing role of members of Linmas, Muntang Tampus Village, Prabumulih Barat District. Data was collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. Data analysis techniques were carried out by presenting data, reducing data, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that from the development aspect, looking at the very important function of Linmas, the development of the quality of Satlinmas resources must be carried out for the benefit of the people of Muntang Tapus village. Then in terms of presenting prizes to improve the performance of Linmas, it has not really become a special concern, because from a budget perspective and the rules are not clear, even though there should be. Then in terms of the Sat Linmas motivation, namely because of a sense of responsibility that has been mandated, then also because of a sense of wanting to provide a sense of security to the community. While the aspect of HR planning, the kelurahan has planned to improve the quality of Linmas members through training activities and in the future it is not possible in terms of improving education, from the aspect of compensation itself Sat Linmas in an effort to improve performance can not be done optimally, but it is possible in the future to make compensation to improve performance. the work spirit of Limas members. As for the communication aspect, Linmas must maintain good communication with the community and the government in the hope of providing good service to the community as a manifestation of the duties and roles of Linmas. For supporting factors, namely good teamwork that has been embedded in the hearts of every member of the Linmas and a strong sense of family and mutual need for each other are supporting factors in supporting the performance of Linmas as a form of building cooperation. Then the quality of Linmas members who are capable and enjoy and prey in the progress that has been achieved are best placed in each Kelurahan, so the limited number or quantity can be covered by the quality of the Linmas. While the inhibiting factor is that the lack of the number of Linmas members affects the performance to show the role of the Linmas in the community, problems arise when a disaster in the community occurs.

This study examines the role of the Internal Quality Assurance System (SPMI) in enhancing the competitiveness of Islamic Higher Education Institutions (PTI) in the era of globalization. The purpose of the research is to understand how SPMI can improve the quality of education, research, and graduates in PTI. The method used is a qualitative approach with a descriptive design, through case studies of several PTIs that have implemented SPMI. The results show that the application of SPMI significantly contributes to improving academic quality and the competitiveness of PTIs. Strategies for strengthening SPMI that involve enhancing internal capacity, academic innovation, and international collaboration are key to success. This research recommends that PTIs strengthen their commitment to SPMI through targeted policies and conduct ongoing evaluations to maintain educational quality. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of SPMI in building the global competitiveness of PTIs, as well as in creating graduates who are prepared to face the challenges of the job market.