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Interscholastic athletics is a sports program held between schools, especially at the middle and high school levels. This program plays an important role in the physical, mental, and social development of students. This study examines the various benefits that students gain from participating in interscholastic athletic, including improved physical and mental health, better academic achievement, and character development through values such a teamwork, discipline, and leadership. Involvoment in sports activities also strengthens relationship with the community, creating a sense of community and identity among students. Thus, interscholastic athletic serves not only as a competitive arena but also as a valuable educational tool, supporting the holistic development of students in various aspects of their lives. This study confirms the importance of interscholastic athletic programs in the context of student education and character development.

This study aims to analyze the influence of technology-based learning on student engagement and achievement in the digital era. The development of information and communication technology has changed the way of learning and teaching, so that universities are required to adopt new approaches that are more in line with the needs of students in the digital era. This study uses a quantitative method with a survey design to collect data from 200 students involved in the technology-based learning process in various study programs. The instruments used include a questionnaire to measure the level of student engagement and analysis of academic results to assess their achievements. The results of the study indicate that technology-based learning significantly increases student engagement, both in terms of active participation in class and interaction with fellow students and lecturers. In addition, the use of technology in learning also contributes positively to improving student academic achievement. These findings indicate that technology integration in higher education can be an effective strategy to encourage deeper engagement and better achievement among students. This study recommends a broader and more strategic implementation of technology-based learning to improve the quality of education in the digital era.

This study aims to compile an Information Technology (IT) Master Plan for SMK Ma'arif 1 Metro using The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF) method. This method is applied to design a structured and integrated information technology infrastructure to support operations and learning in schools. The results of the study indicate that the main business processes in schools, such as student registration, curriculum management, and financial administration, are still carried out manually, making them prone to errors and inefficiencies. Through TOGAF, an information system architecture is designed that includes the development of the Academic Information System (SIAKAD) and other school management applications. In addition, improving network infrastructure and cybersecurity are priorities in the proposed technology architecture. Implementation strategies and change management are also formulated to ensure the success of the digital transformation. This IT Master Plan is expected to improve the efficiency of school operations and the quality of learning, as well as support the achievement of more optimal educational goals in the digital era.

This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Think-Pair-Share (TPS) cooperative learning method in the teaching of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) at SMP YPMA Medan. The problem addressed is the low level of active student participation in PAI learning. To address this issue, the TPS method was implemented as a strategy to increase student engagement. This research used a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data collection was carried out through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that the application of the TPS method significantly increased student activity in discussions and collaboration, as well as deepened their understanding of the learning material. Students were more motivated and actively participated in the learning process, showing improvement in academic achievement. These findings indicate that the TPS method is effective in teaching PAI, particularly in facilitating interactive and collaborative learning.

In partnership with PKBM Nusa Indah, this study attempts to characterize and assess the execution of the Package C Equivalency Education Program for Takhassus pupils at Pondok Pesantren Tahfidzul Quran Misykat al-Anwar. The curriculum goal is to provide students the chance to complete their primary studies and memorization of the Quran while still earning a credential that is comparable to Senior High School (SMA). Using methods for gathering data including in-depth interviews, documentation, and observation, the study takes a qualitative approach. The head of the pesantren, PKBM tutors, and participating students are among the study's key informants. The findings show that this program is effective in giving Takhassus pupils access to general education that is comparable to SMA, despite a number of obstacles still standing, including a dearth of program socialization among the community and resource constraints for teachers. Students express great satisfaction with this curriculum, especially with regard to gaining academic information that enhances their religious education. Additionally, the earned diploma is accepted across the country, giving students the chance to continue their study or find employment.This study highlights how crucial it is for pesantren and PKBM to work together to provide an adaptable yet high-quality teaching program. It is envisaged that the results would provide a basis for suggestions to the pesantren's management and other pertinent parties to improve the Package C Program's execution and lessen current obstacles in order to improve educational achievements.

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 objective of this research is to enhance the academic performance of Grade III students at SDN Margomulyo 1 Ngawi in the subject of animal life cycle by implementing a cooperative learning approach using Montessori media. The study methodology used is classroom action research (CAR) consisting of two cycles. During the first phase, the assessment of student learning outcomes revealed a limited level of proficiency, as just 44% of students successfully attained the desired learning goals. Following the implementation of the cooperative learning paradigm using Montessori media in the second cycle, there was a notable improvement, with 88% of students attaining mastery and an average score rise of 82%. This research provides evidence that the collaborative learning approach, along with Montessori media, is successful in improving students' comprehension and academic achievements in the subject of animal life cycles.

This study aims to analyze the correlation between students' academic achievements and the effectiveness of campus promotion in attracting new prospective students. Academic performance is often used as an indicator of educational quality in higher education and is frequently highlighted in promotional strategies. However, the direct relationship between student academic achievement and campus promotion success has not been fully understood. This research utilizes the Apriori method in data mining to discover hidden patterns related to student academic performance and campus promotion. The data analyzed include undergraduate students from the 2017–2019 cohorts at STMIK Kaputama Binjai, with variables such as study programs, GPA, school background, and major during high school. The results indicate a significant correlation between academic achievement and the effectiveness of campus promotion, which can be used by institutions to develop more targeted promotional strategies. By leveraging data mining, universities can more effectively identify potential student segments and enhance the overall image of the institution.

Science learning in elementary schools often faces challenges in improving students' learning outcomes, especially in the topic of energy transformation. This study aims to improve the learning outcomes of fourth-grade students in science, particularly in the topic of energy transformation, through the implementation of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model. This research uses the Classroom Action Research (CAR) method which consists of two cycles, each lasting one meeting. The results of the observation show that in the first cycle, students were active in learning but there were still some students who needed further guidance. In the second cycle, learning ran more effectively with students who were more focused and there were no longer any problems when divided into groups. The PBL model with the support of Canva presentation media successfully increased students' academic achievement, indicating that the PBL model is effective in helping students learn. The results of this study indicate that the PBL model can improve students' understanding and achievement in the topic of energy transformation. Therefore, the problem-based learning (PBL) model with the support of Canva presentation media is one of the effective approaches to improve the understanding of fourth-grade students in the topic of energy transformation.

Learning achievement is every learning activity carried out by students which will result in a change in themselves. The learning outcomes obtained by students are measured based on differences in behavior before and after learning is carried out. The economic conditions of students' families at SMP Negeri 2 Binjai have a significant influence on student learning achievement. Many students who come from families with economically disadvantaged backgrounds face various challenges that hinder the learning process. Financial limitations often mean they do not have adequate access to educational resources, such as books, the internet, and additional tutoring which can help improve understanding of subject matter. This research uses the Apriori method as a problem solving method, namely to correlate between Family Socio-Economics, Activities Students Outside the School Environment and Level of Student Learning Motivation with Student Achievement in class. If data A, G, K → O with Support 30% and Confident 100% and S*C value 30%. So, if a student from a family with an income of less than Rp. 1,000,000 who take part in extracurricular activities outside of school, and have family-driven motivation, will have academic achievement with good report cards. This research indicates that family socio-economic conditions have a significant impact on student academic achievement. Through data analysis, it can be seen that factors such as family income, student activities outside the school environment and the level of student motivation to learn can influence the extent to which students can achieve higher academic achievement.

The research aims to find out how much influence the application of the Student Teams Achievement Divisions (STAD) type cooperative learning model has on the active learning of Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of class VII students at SMP Negeri 3 Siborongborong for the 2023/2024 academic year. The research hypothesis is that there is a positive and significant influence of the Student Teams Achievement (STAD) type cooperative learning model on the active learning of Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of class VII students at SMP Negeri 3 Siborongborong for the 2023/2024 academic year. Descriptive and inferential quantitative research methods. The population of all class VII students at SMP Negeri 3 Siborongborong for the 2023/2024 academic year who are Protestant Christians is 109 people. The sample was random (random sampling) namely 50% of the total population, namely 55 people. The research instrument is a closed questionnaire. The results of data analysis obtained: a) The value of rcount=0.574>rtabel=0.226 and tcount=5.103>ttable=2.00575 shows that there is a positive and significant relationship between the Student Teams Achievement Divisions (STAD) type cooperative learning model and active learning in Christian Religious Education and student character. b) Regression equation. c) The determination test shows that the magnitude of the effect is 32.95%. d) Hypothesis testing obtained Fcount=25.751>Ftable=3.15 then H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. The research concluded that there was a positive and significant influence between the Student Teams Achievement Divisions (STAD) type cooperative learning model on the learning activity of Christian Religious Education and Characteristics for class VII students at SMP Negeri 3 Siborongborong for the 2023/2024 academic year.

The use of mobile phones by students has become a common thing in daily life. This study aims to analyze the influence of the intensity of mobile phone use on student learning outcomes. The research was conducted using quantitative methods. Data was collected through questionnaires that measured the intensity of mobile phone use, both for academic and non-academic activities, as well as the value of student learning outcomes. The results of the analysis showed that there was a negative correlation between the intensity of mobile phone use for non-academic activities and student learning outcomes, where the higher the intensity of mobile phone use for things outside of learning, the lower the learning outcomes. On the other hand, moderate use of mobile phones for activities that support learning can have a positive impact on learning outcomes. This finding indicates the importance of managing the use of mobile phones wisely by students so as not to interfere with academic achievement.

The main objective of this research is to generate interest in learning among seventh grade students at SMP Negeri 13 Surabaya. Through the application of digital comic-based learning methods designed using Canva, this study aims to overcome students' low interest in learning which has an impact on their academic achievement. Using the Kemmis & McTaggart model of Classroom Action Research (PTK) approach, this study involved 30 students as research subjects. The main instrument used was a teacher assessment journal to observe the development of students' interest in learning descriptively. The results showed a significant increase in students' interest in learning after the application of digital comic-based learning methods. This can be seen from the increased enthusiasm, active participation, and interaction of students in the learning process. The findings underscore the potential of digital comics as an effective learning medium to increase students' learning motivation and contribute positively to their academic achievement. Hopefully, the results of this study can serve as a reference for teachers in designing more innovative and engaging learning.

This investigation was motivated by the low average academic achievement of Islamic Religious Education students at SMPN 2 Ampek Angkek. In the 2022/2023 academic year, the low midterm exam scores of students in class IX 1 of SMPN 2 Ampek Angkek provided empirical support for the statement. A total of 25 student responses were received for the exam; however, only five students achieved the minimum score of 75 required to complete SMPN 2 Ampek Angkek. A prospective approach to improving Islamic Religious Education learning outcomes at SMPN 2 Ampek Angkek is to incorporate video media into the established curriculum. This study aims to determine whether the application of video media affects the academic achievement of Islamic Education students at SMPN 2 Ampek Angkek. The purpose of this study is to determine whether or not there is an effect of the application of video media at SMPN 2 Ampek Angkek on PAI learning outcomes. The purpose of this study is to determine whether the adoption of video media has an impact on the academic achievement of PAI students at SMPN 2 Ampek Angkek. This research was categorised as a pseudo-experiment and used posttest control group design as the only research methodology. The student participants in this study were members of grade IX. In this investigation, purposive sampling, a type of non-probability sampling, was used. The experimental class in this study consisted of students of grade IX 3, while the control class consisted of students of grade IX 1. Data for this investigation was collected through assessment of students' progress in Islamic Religious Education. The Sig α value was ascertained to be 0.00 ± 0.05, based on the results of hypothesis testing conducted using SPSS software. Thus, it can be concluded that the utilisation of video media is able to influence the academic achievement of Islamic Religious Education students attending SMPN 2 Ampek Angkek.

Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is a form of competency test which aims to ensure that psychomotor abilities and skills are in accordance with doctor competency standards . This exam is taken by all prospective doctors who have completed undergraduate and professional education , marked by achieving a Cumulative Achievement Index (GPA). The 2018 OSCE Medical Professional Program Students Competency Test (UKMPPD) results experienced a decline compared to the previous year . The decrease in the UKMPPD OSCE pass rates is one of the evaluation materials for the students learning process at both undergraduate and professional stages . To find out whether there is a relationship between undergraduate and professional GPA with UKMPPD OSCE scores at Abdurrab Universities. This research uses an observational study design with a Retrospective Cohorts analytical approaches.The research was conducted on Abdurrab University students who had taken the OSCE UKMPPD. The sampling technique is a total sampling technique with references to the first participants . Data were analyzed using the Spearman Rank correlation test. There is a significant relationships between undergraduate GPA and professional level GPA (p- value 0.00), correlation coefficient 0.56. There is a significant relationships between undergraduate GPA and UKMPPD OSCE scores (p- value = 0.00), correlation coefficient 0.54. There is a relationship between professional stage GPA and UKMPPD OSCE scores (p- value = 0.00), correlation coefficient 0.34. Furthermore , there is a significant relationships between the length of study period at the undergraduate and professional stages and passing the UKMPPD OSCE (p- value 0.00) and a correlation coefficient of -0.37 and -0.25. Cumulative Achievement Index (GPA) at undergraduate and professional levels can be used as a reference for passing UKMPPD OSCE.

Student management is needed to improve student achievement. Students will achieve maximum achievement with good management. Therefore, it is necessary to have effective student management in regulating all activities related to students so that educational goals are achieved efficiently.The objectives of this research are: 1) Analyzing the planning of student affairs management in improving student achievement at MAN 5 Jombang, 2) Analyzing the organization of student management in improving student achievement in MAN 5 Jombang, 3) Analyzing the implementation of student management in improving student achievement in MAN 5 Jombang, 4) Analyzing the evaluation of student management in improving student achievement in MAN 5 Jombang.The research approach used is qualitative with the type of case study in MAN 5 Jombang. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The analysis is carried out during data collection and after all data is collected. The validity test of the data is carried out with credibility standards.The results of this study show that: 1) Student management planning in improving student achievement is planned at the beginning of the year and praised by the head of the madrasah, teachers and supervisors. Planning includes PPDB Planning, Olympic programs, and extracurricular programs. 2) The implementation of student management in improving student achievement is coordinated with the head of the madrasah, deputy head of the madrasah, teachers, Olympic Coaches, and extracurricular Coaches, as well as students. 3) Evaluation of student management in improving student achievement by assessing in accordance with their respective fields, both academic and non-academic by teachers and coaches who are experts in their fields.    

One of the forms of bullying in school is mocking, telling, molesting, resisting, and even beating. Some people believe that socio-economic variables, physical variations, and past actions are the causes of bullying. Bullying can lower academic achievement, leave school, resign, and even leave school. The purpose of anti-bullying training is to help students avoid actions that may lead to mocking, commanding, molesting, discrimination, and beating. At Mount Meriah State Elementary School 102001, there's an anti-bullying scholarship. For two hours, 75 students participated. re-test and post-test are used to evaluate students' knowledge about bullying.

The aim of this study is to improve students' academic achievement through the use of map media in Social Science subjects. The research method used is qualitative, with a sample of 21 fifth-grade students from Sekolah Dasar Negeri 9 Merawang. This study was conducted in two cycles, with each cycle consisting of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. In the first cycle, conducted over two meetings, the number of students who achieved the target mastery criteria was below 85 percent. Based on the results of this learning process, the researcher caried out the second cycle over two meetings, which showed an improvement in learning outcomes and an increase in the number of students achieving mastery. The number of students who achieved mastery in the Social Science subject was 19 out of 21 students. This indicates that the implementation of interactive learning model using map media can improve student learning outcomes, aligning with the motivation of students and teachers to encourage the achievement of mastery in the class.

The author's motivation for undertaking this study stems from a previous observation that instructors continued to employ an expository method that was monotonous and devoid of variety. The instructor primarily employs the lecture method to impart the learning material, which restricts their ability to utilise infrastructure and facilities such as mind mapping and concentration for the students. This form of inquiry employs descriptive qualitative research methodology, specifically characterising a symptom associated with a current event. By utilising data collection methods such as documentation, interviews, and observation. Class V students served as the primary informants, while the Islamic Religious Education Instructor and the School Principal provided supplementary information. Following this, the author conducts data analysis through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing from the study. The findings of the study indicate that: 1) The expository method was implemented with PAI subjects. After conducting research on its learning applications, it has been optimised. Because educators possess a professional demeanour and impart knowledge in accordance with their academic credentials. 2) Possessing assets that serve as corroborating elements in the instructor's implementation and utilisation of learning resources pertaining to Islamic religious education that are accessible and deemed satisfactory in their efficacy. However, there are impediments: a) the teacher's capacity to design learning is constrained (insufficient), b) the length of the teacher's explanations is excessive, c) the reliance on textbooks lacks creativity and is monotonous, and d) educators' endeavours to surmount challenges are also hindered. when the expository method is applied to PAI subjects:. 3) Efforts made by educators to overcome inhibiting factors in the application of expository methods, especially in PAI subjects, can be overcome by developing expository methods, such as using teaching aids, and supplementing with worksheets, and using textbooks that are less imaginative, rigid, and emphasized. on factual learning, memorization, and so on. Thus, it can be stated that the application of the expository method in the implementation of the Islamic Religious Education learning process produces a good learning process and can improve student learning achievement.

The academic world is an important focus in doing assignments, which is a process that is full of obstacles because there are many challenges that students must go through while working on it. In Indonesia, there has been a threat to the well-being of students in the form of academic stress and there are various cases of the consequences of this pressure. This article aims to outline the importance of overcoming student stress in the academic field, as well as efforts to overcome the problem based on a biblical perspective on stress. Qualitative method with analytic descriptive approach, which explains the situation under study in detail through descriptive presentation. Qualitative research methods through literature studies related to "Theological Review of Academic Stress" can be accessed by reviewing journal articles and studying theories from the literature that support this research. This research can produce relevant data through analyzing various sources of information found by the researcher through explanations based on the researcher's observations of existing data. In the next stage, the research will explore the biblical or theological perspective on stress, relating it to academic stress. The research shows the results of the complexity of academic stress with implications for mental, emotional, and physical well-being as well as the quality of academic achievement. The theological perspective highlights how important it is to manage everyone's worries and stress based on a correct understanding of theology.