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This research discusses the role of social media in increasing motivation to learn Islamic religious education. This research aims to examine the role of social media in increasing motivation to learn Islamic Religious Education among students. This research uses qualitative methods with literature studies. The research results show that social media has a significant influence in increasing motivation to learn Islamic Religious Education. Through platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, students have easy access to various educational content, discussions, and communities that strengthen their understanding and interest in Islamic Religious Education material. Apart from that, social media also provides opportunities for teachers to deliver material creatively and interactively, facilitating more interesting and inspiring learning. However, there are challenges such as the risk of invalid information and excessive use of social media. Therefore, a wise approach is needed in using social media to increase motivation to learn Islamic Religious Education, by strengthening education about social media criticism. It is hoped that this research can provide useful insights for the development of effective educational strategies in the context of using social media to increase learning motivation for Islamic Religious Education.    

Individuals have important factors that influence them. Intelligence is the term referred to by scientists. Intelligence can be said to be an individual's ability, dexterity, shrewdness and ingenuity. Individuals compete to become intelligent humans, because only with intelligence can individuals become successful. Intelligence Quotient (IQ) or commonly called intellectual intelligence, is an individual's ability to think that is innate from birth which allows individuals to act in a certain way, as well as an ability that can be measured in a test. This research method is a correlational quantitative approach. The population of this research is all prospective students of class VII MTS N 1 Karanganyar, Gondangrejo for the 2025/2025 academic year in 7 rooms totaling 164 students. The research sample was prospective class VII students at MTs N 1 Karanganyar, totaling 110 students. The data collection method was carried out using psychological test tools, namely TIKI-M (Indonesian Collective Intelligence Test) and documentary. The data analysis used is descriptive analysis. Based on the results of data analysis and research discussion, it can be concluded that the mean level of intelligence quotient (IQ) of MTS N 1 Karanganyar prospective students for the 2024/2025 academic year is 107, which is included in the average category. Based on the frequency distribution of intellectual intelligence, it can be seen that the level of intellectual intelligence of MTS N 1 Karanganyar prospective students is 68.18% at the average level, 27.27% is at the above average level, and as much as 4.54% is at a superior level.

Digital technology has completely changed how students access and interact with instructional information in today's schools. Digital tools are becoming more commonplace in the learning environment, which calls for a critical analysis of how students view and use these resources. This article seeks to explore how learners view the application of digital technologies to learning. Investigate the advantages that students feel they receive from using digital devices in the classroom and Determine the issues and worries students have with the inclusion of digital tools. A mixed-methods strategy was used to complete the study's goals, using quantitative and qualitative research techniques, there are survey, interview and literature review. The following are some of the major findings: Learners appreciate the advantages of digital technologies, including improved engagement, easy access to a plethora of knowledge, and individualized learning experiences. Effective educational practices have a favourable effect on students' experiences, and educators play a crucial role in influencing students' attitudes towards technology. The significance of a balanced strategy that takes advantage of technology's benefits while tackling its downsides is emphasised by learners. This study emphasises how important it is to take learners' opinions into account when creating digital learning environments. To maintain the relevance, engagement, and inclusivity of educational experiences, learner voices should be actively considered when making decisions on technology integration. Collaboration between academics, organisations, and politicians is required to strike this balance between utilising digital technologies' advantages and solving the problems they present. In the end, the study's findings provide insightful information for those involved in education, emphasising the necessity for a learner-centric strategy for integrating digital technology.

Research This study aims to evaluate the Tahfidzul Qur'an program in Mushalla Firdaus Tilatang Kamang with the main purpose of assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of the program in achieving the program in achieving the target of memorizing the Qur'an of students. Evaluative research method used in evaluating the Tahfidzul Qur'an program at Mushalla Firdaus Tilatang Kamang is the CIPP model (Context, Input, Process, Product) model. The CIPP model is designed to provide a comprehensive framework framework in systematically assessing various aspects of the program. The results of this study show that the evaluation of the Tahfidzul Qur'an program at Mushalla Firdaus Tilatang Kamang shows positive and beneficial results despite some challenges. The context analysis highlighted the strong motivation of learners as well as support from the community, despite economic and social constraints. The input evaluation emphasized the importance of teachers' qualifications, an adequate curriculum, and improved facilities and financial support. The process of implementing a diverse program of teaching methods and classroom management is effective, but more individual guidance and technology integration are needed. The product evaluation revealed the program's success in achieving memorization targets, improving academic achievement, spiritual development, and positive character changes in learners. With continuous improvement and implementation of recommendations, this program has great potential to continue to grow and produce a generation of quality and characterful Qur'an memorizers.

This research aims to know the picture of learners’ results in morphology and ability in dictation and the relationship between them among first-year students in the intermediate stage at Dar Al-Ikhlas Institute, Mandaling, Natl.  The researcher used the quantitative method in the relational type with the statistical data analysis method using the relationship symbol (Product Moment).  The result of the research indicates that the result of the learners in the morphology subject among the first-year students in the intermediate stage at the Dar Al-Ikhlas Institute, Mandaling Natal, is in the good category with a rate of 43, meaning 130 students, and their ability in dictation is in the good category, with a rate of 50%, meaning 15 students, and a relationship between the morphology result.  The ability to boil dictation material has a correlation coefficient value of 797.0 at 69%, and the relationship is moderate with a positive direction.  

The research aims to explore the effects of using social media in second language learning. In today’s digital era, social media has become a significant tool in various aspect of life, including education. This research uses qualitative  methods with in-depth interviews and observations to collect data from 30 high school (high school) student who are learning a second language through social media platforms such as Instagram, twitter, ticktock, and YouTube.The result of the study showed that the use of social media in second language learning had a positive impact on the participants communication skills. Social media allows access to a variety of authentic sources and the opportunity to interact with native speakers, which in turn improves language skills significantly. In addition, participants increased motivating and confidence in using the second language.

Embedding cultural literacy in students requires effective learning with learning media where in learning, teachers can connect learning materials with culture, both national culture and local wisdom in students. Cultural literacy is the ability to understand and behave towards Indonesian culture as a national identity. Cultural literacy refers to a person's ability to understand, analyse and participate in culture effectively. This includes understanding the symbols, norms, values and cultural practices that exist in society. Dance as an art that shows the cultural heritage of a society and is a cultural expression that combines body movement and expression (Puspita Sari, 2022). Traditional dance is a representation of local culture. Learners can gain an understanding of the cultural principles contained in traditional dance movements and expressions by learning them they can feel and appreciate cultural diversity in a broader context. So the right approach is needed to improve cultural literacy in learners, to improve cultural literacy, one of which is by presenting traditional dance in schools.

Literacy is the ability of learners to process and understand information when learners carry out the process of reading and writing. Lamabelawa Village in Witihama sub-district, East Flores district. This village is one of the villages chosen to carry out Merdeka Learning Campus activities, in collaboration with the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Widya Mandira Catholic University. Based on observations, it turns out that there is very little about the importance of literacy and about how to do learning using flash card media, so the developer uses the direct method of learning in order to build a good relationship with students. The purpose of the activity is to help students develop a better understanding delivered through image media, and enrich their understanding visually. This program started from April to June 2024. The number of students involved in the activity amounted to 12 first grade elementary school students. After evaluating the flash card media, the students became more active and easy to interact with the students. Improving Literacy at Lamabelawa Catholic Elementary School

This research aims to examine the effectiveness of the principal's supervision of teacher discipline in madrasas. Teacher discipline is an important factor in improving the quality of education, and principal supervision has a key role in ensuring standards of discipline. The research method used is descriptive, bibliographic in nature by collecting data in the form of literature. The research results show that effective supervision by school principals contributes significantly to increasing teacher discipline. In addition, it was found that the frequency and quality of supervision, as well as the approach used by school principals, greatly influenced the level of teacher compliance with applicable regulations and procedures. These findings emphasize the importance of the active role of school principals in carrying out structured and consistent supervision to create a disciplined and high-quality educational environment.

Generative Pre-trained Transformer (ChatGPT), is an artificial intelligence (AI) model that has revolutionized the educational landscape in recent years. Its use has been explored across various educational fields; however, given that this AI model is language-based, it has attracted particular interest in language teaching, especially in developing the writing skill. Due to the importance of the writing skill in language learning, and the extensive body of research investigating the best ways to support this skill using ChatGPT, the current study aims to provide an overview of the latest findings regarding the use of ChatGPT in developing writing. Through a narrative literature review approach, this paper will offer comprehensive documentation of the various ways ChatGPT can be used to support the writing skill, as well as the potential risks associated with its implementation. These objectives will be achieved by addressing two key research questions: In what ways can ChatGPT be useful in developing the writing skill? and what are the possible risks of implementing this tool in developing the writing skill? By answering these questions, the paper will help equip educators and learners with a comprehensive understanding of the most effective ways to use this tool to enhance the writing skill.

This study addresses the critical gap in utilizing YouTube as an ICT tool to enhance pronunciation skills among seventh-grade students in Mojokerto. Grounded in multimedia learning theory, the research employs a descriptive qualitative approach to examine the impact of YouTube-based pronunciation lessons. Findings reveal that the teacher's strategy of creating and implementing pronunciation videos on YouTube significantly improved students' pronunciation skills and was perceived as highly effective by the learners. These results underscore the transformative potential of digital platforms like YouTube in revolutionizing English language education, particularly in pronunciation.

Learning for children with special needs has its own method according to their needs. Not only children with special needs have needs, but also all children have needs. One of them is education. The aim of this research is to find out how teachers work in handling children who have special needs, especially those who are Slow Learners in learning. The method used in this research is to use a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. In collecting data, researchers used interviews and observations conducted at Baddurih Elementary School. In the results of interviews that have been conducted, the teacher's efforts to handle children who are slow learners are by using special strategies, namely by using an individual approach and a remedial approach in the learning process.    

This research is based on the problem of students' disciplinary character which is influenced by school culture at SMP 1 Negeri Ngunut Tulungagung. The emergence of problems with undisciplined behavior include coming to school not on time, skipping school, submitting assignments not on time, etc. The occurrence of undisciplined behavior at school shows that there has been a problem in terms of disciplinary character education. One way to improve school culture is by evaluating the school culture that has been implemented, so that the school knows where the school culture is lacking. Knowing the influence of school culture on the disciplinary character of class VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Ngunut Tulungagung. This research uses quantitative research with a correlational type of research. The population of this research is 393 class VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Ngunut. This research took samples using probability sampling techniques.  In this study, researchers took a sample of 162 students based on criteria. Data collection was carried out using a questionnaire instrument. The data analysis technique uses requirements testing and hypothesis testing. The research results show that the results of the hypothesis test show that the results obtained are sig. amounting to 0.000 (0.000 < 0.05) so it is said that there is a positive and significant influence between the influence of school culture on the disciplinary character of students. The correlation coefficient test result (R) is 0.469, indicating that the two variables have a moderate relationship. Meanwhile, the coefficient of determination (R Square) value was obtained at 22%, while 78% was influenced by other factors not studied.

In this modern era, technology plays a crucial role in facilitating learning and enhancing understanding of academic material. This study focuses on Arabic language learning through the YouTube channel Arab Podcast, particularly on the video content of the book "Takalam Al-Arabiyah Volume 1". The research aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Arabic language learning through this channel, to understand the concept of content presentation, and to assist individuals in learning Arabic more easily. The study employed a qualitative literature review method with content analysis and discourse analysis techniques. Findings indicate that Arab Podcast not only serves as an effective learning resource but also fosters an active learning community through interactions in the comment section and positive feedback. By employing the As-Sam’iyah As-Syafahiyah presentation method and communicative approach supported by direct methods, systematically presented videos help learners understand and apply the material effectively, thereby creating an interactive and supportive learning community.

The ability of a nation to progress depends on its level of education. The quality of human resources produced is influenced by how good the quality of education is. Therefore, teachers play an important role in ensuring the success of education. Teachers' skills in teaching are key in creating meaningful learning for students. This research is intended to understand the teacher's skills in organizing learning variations, especially in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) subjects at SDIT 1 Daarussalaam Sangatta. The research method used is a qualitative approach of field research type through data collection from observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study highlighted the importance of variations in teaching styles, the use of media and learning tools, as well as communication patterns of interaction with students in order to create a comfortable and conducive learning atmosphere. The findings show that variation in learning plays a key role in motivating learners and teachers have an important role in ensuring such variation through three main components, especially in PAI learning at SDIT 1 Daarussalaam, namely variation in teaching styles that can be used by developing existing learning methods to be more varied and involve more activities for learners, the use of IT-based learning media and tools, and communication patterns of interaction with learners that can be done with many-way communication. Learning variations not only make teaching and learning activities more interesting but also facilitate better understanding for learners in order to achieve the desired learning objectives

Children with special needs are children who have their own individuality in terms of types and characteristics, which distinguish them from normal children in general. Learning difficulties are more related to psychological disorders such as frustration, anxiety, adjustment barriers and emotional disorders, so learning difficulties can be related to psychological factors, especially personality, adjustment disorders and self-confidence. This study aims to determine the learning difficulties experienced by students with special needs. The method used is descriptive using qualitative data analysis so that it becomes an easy-to-understand data exposure. The selection of research subjects consisted of one classroom teacher, one GPK teacher, and one student with special needs. The results showed that there were students with special needs who were categorized as slow learners. Students experience difficulties during the learning process such as difficulty recognizing letters and numbers.    

Children with special needs are children who have their own individuality in terms of types and characteristics, which distinguish them from normal children in general. Learning difficulties are more related to psychological disorders such as frustration, anxiety, adjustment barriers and emotional disorders, so learning difficulties can be related to psychological factors, especially personality, adjustment disorders and self-confidence. This study aims to determine the learning difficulties experienced by students with special needs. The method used is descriptive using qualitative data analysis so that it becomes an easy-to-understand data exposure. The selection of research subjects consisted of one classroom teacher, one GPK teacher, and one student with special needs. The results showed that there were students with special needs who were categorized as slow learners. Students experience difficulties during the learning process such as difficulty recognizing letters and numbers.    

Children with special needs have their own perspective in learning a subject. Therefore, this article aims to find out learning strategies for children with special needs (Slow learners), where they need a separate strategy according to their needs. This study uses qualitative research with a phenomenological approach. The reason for using the phenomenological approach is because the researcher wants to explore information based on the experience of teachers in dealing with slow learner students. The data analysis technique was carried out in a qualitative descriptive manner. The data was analyzed in four components, namely data collection, data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawn. This study found that they are: 1) Providing additional time Teachers who handle slow learner students provide additional time to complete assignments, 2) guiding slow learner students individually Individual guidance on certain materials has not been optimal due to the limitations of the media used, 3) Arranging the classroom environment Class V teachers also rearrange the classroom environment, especially for slow learner students. The arrangement of students' sitting positions is adjusted to conditions and situations that can support the Teaching and Learning Activities.  

. In a school there are teachers or educators, learners or students, and other education personnel. The most important thing in school is the existence of students, where without students a teacher cannot teach a science because students are the object of learning. students in education must be able to get their rights and obligations as a student. In schools, education administration is very important because it can make rules, guidance and control over the rules that apply at school. Good student management can improve the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of students.

Learners' lack of creativity, tendency to follow others' opinions in choosing or doing Catholic Religious Education assignments, results in suboptimal learning outcomes. This research aims to: 1) determine the achievement of learning outcomes in phase E at St. Francis Asisi Vocational High School Semarang, 2) determine the difference in students' learning achievement in PAK learning using the discovery learning model supported by E-LKPD, 3) determine the influence of students' creative aspect on learning achievement. This is a quantitative study with a One-Group Pre-test Post-test design in class X-1 using random sampling on 21 students. The P3 dimension designed in this research is creativity. The effectiveness of discovery learning model supported by E-LKPD was tested using one sample t-test, N-Gain test, and regression test.