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Community Service (KKN) is one method to implement the Tri Dharma of Higher Education through community service activities. The Independent KKN Project from the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra in 2025 was implemented in Dolok Kahean Village, Tapian Dolok District, Simalungun Regency, with the theme "Innovation and Creativity as Keys to Entrepreneurial Success in the Digital Economy Era. " The purpose of this study is to improve the ability of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) actors in maximizing product marketing using digital marketing, with an emphasis on the use of photo and video content for business branding. The implementation methods of this activity include observation, interviews, socialization, and training in photography practices, editing, and digital content strategies. The results of this activity show an increase in knowledge and skills of MSME actors in creating promotional content, building brand identities (such as logos and product packaging), and utilizing social media as a marketing tool. In addition, social activities such as mutual cooperation, economic education in schools, and the creation of educational signs about waste also contribute to increasing social awareness in the community. The success of this activity was facilitated by community cooperation and support from village officials, while the main challenges were geographical conditions and limited transportation. Overall, this KKN activity had a positive impact on the development of local MSMEs, increased digital literacy, and strengthened the relationship between students and the village community, demonstrating the role of higher education institutions in community empowerment.

Debt disputes often occur in business relationships. Sometimes debtors do not pay their debts, causing problems regarding debt repayment. One of the legal steps taken by creditors is to file a petition for bankruptcy with the Commercial Court. The requirements for bankruptcy in Indonesia are relatively straightforward, making it easy for debtors to be declared bankrupt. This is detrimental to debtors, as bankruptcy has significant implications for the sustainability of their businesses. This situation raises questions about how debtors can obtain justice in bankruptcy cases. Supreme Court Decision No. 1714 K/Pdt.Sus-Pailit/2022 serves as the case study for this research. In that decision, the judge rejected the bankruptcy petition despite it meeting the requirements of Article 2(1) of the Bankruptcy Law, as the judge believed there were still options for a simple lawsuit and the impact of bankruptcy was not proportional to the value of the debt in question. This paper was written using the normative legal research method. This study will use a regulatory approach, a conceptual approach, and a case approach. The results of this study show that debtors who are petitioned for bankruptcy

Science learning in elementary schools plays a vital role in fostering scientific thinking, curiosity, and critical thinking skills from an early age. However, classroom practices are still dominated by conventional methods that make students passive and less motivated, which affects their understanding of abstract concepts such as the states of matter and their changes. This study aims to describe the effectiveness of using Canva as an interactive learning medium to enhance the motivation and learning outcomes of fourth-grade elementary school students on the topic of states of matter and their changes. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method through literature review and theoretical experimentation. The study involved reviewing various scientific sources and conducting a simulated Canva-based learning activity that visualized changes in the states of matter through images, animations, and simple classroom experiments. The findings reveal that using Canva encourages active student participation, clarifies abstract science concepts, and creates an engaging learning experience. Canva has proven to be an effective and innovative medium that supports the principles of the Merdeka Curriculum, emphasizing creativity, collaboration, and independent learning.

Android continues to innovate, and biometric systems particularly fingerprint sensors must operate with high efficiency. However, the main challenge lies in the communication between hardware and software, which often causes high latency, excessive power consumption, and protocol incompatibility between components. As a result, authentication speed decreases and system stability is compromised, especially on mid- to low-range devices. This study explores various implementations of Android-based fingerprint systems, focusing on how sensor modules interact with the microcontroller or Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) and the operating system through a hardware-software co-design approach to evaluate integration efficiency across all layers. The analysis reveals that conventional protocols such as Bluetooth or serial connections still cause delays, while improvements in drivers and the Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) can significantly reduce latency. As a solution, the researchers propose a co-design optimization approach that utilizes data flow normalization within the HAL and adopts lightweight communication protocols to accelerate the verification process. Based on the test results, this approach successfully improves efficiency—authentication time is reduced by up to 35% and power consumption decreases by approximately 15%. Therefore, the efficiency of communication between hardware and software becomes a key factor in enhancing the performance and reliability of fingerprint systems on Android devices.

This study explores the dynamics of organizational change and development in Islamic education from the perspective of visionary leadership, focusing on how vision and innovation serve as the driving forces of institutional transformation. The research object is an Islamic educational institution at the secondary level that seeks to adapt to modernization and quality improvement based on Islamic values. The main problem addressed in this study is the weak internalization of vision within organizational culture and the limited integration between spiritual and managerial aspects of leadership. The purpose of this study is to analyze the role of visionary leadership in directing organizational change and fostering adaptive, innovative, and value-driven development within Islamic education institutions. This research employs a qualitative descriptive method, using interviews, observations, and documentation as data collection techniques, analyzed thematically through the Miles and Huberman model. The findings reveal that visionary leadership builds a strategic direction grounded in Islamic values, promotes collective participation, and cultivates a culture of continuous innovation. The synthesis of results indicates that visionary leadership serves as the foundation for effective organizational transformation, harmonizing spirituality and innovation to create an excellent and value-oriented educational institution. In conclusion, strengthening leadership vision is essential to ensure the sustainability and relevance of Islamic education in the modern era.

This community service activity aims to foster the religious character of the community in Timbang Langkat Village through an Islamic literacy program. This program is implemented as a form of contribution from the Real Work Lecture (KKN) students in strengthening religious values in the community by increasing interest in reading, understanding, and practicing Islamic teachings contextually. The activity method is carried out with an approach implemented through counseling, religious studies, group discussions, and relevant, good and correct worship guidance according to the sunnah. The results of the implementation of the activity show a sense of enthusiasm from the community in participating in the literacy activities carried out, as well as the emergence of positive changes in the religious nature and behavior of children and the surrounding community, such as increased awareness of worship, social concern, and enthusiasm for learning worship such as prayer and tilawah. In addition, this activity also fosters a sense of togetherness between students and the community in building an environment with an Islamic character. The continued impact of this activity is seen from the formation of small study groups that independently continue Islamic literacy activities after the program ends. Thus, this Islamic literacy-based community service has proven effective as a means of developing sustainable religious character in the community, while strengthening the synergy between the Muhammadiyah University of North Sumatra and the Timbang Langkat Village community in developing local potential based on Islamic values.

Adolescent girls living in orphanages face more complex psychosocial challenges compared to their peers in general. Experiences of loss, limited family support, and uncertainty about the future often lead to heightened anxiety. One effective psychological intervention to manage anxiety is mindful breathing training, or conscious breathing exercises. This community service activity aimed to provide mindful breathing training for adolescent girls at the Aisyiyah Muhammadiyah Orphanage in Banjarmasin as an effort to reduce anxiety and enhance inner calmness. The implementation method employed educational, participatory, and practical approaches, consisting of four stages: preparation, implementation, evaluation, and follow-up. The results of the activity showed that participants gained a good understanding of the concepts of anxiety and mindfulness, and were able to correctly practice the mindful breathing technique. Based on the evaluation results, more than 80% of participants stated that the training was engaging, clear, and beneficial in helping them manage anxiety. Therefore, mindful breathing training proved to be an effective, simple, and applicable strategy for reducing anxiety levels among adolescents in the orphanage.

This community service activity aims to help teachers and education staff manage burnout while improving the ability of the 4Cs (Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication, and Collaboration) in the school work environment. The training was held at SMP Muhammadiyah 2 Banjarbaru with the involvement of 11 participants, using a participatory approach that included interactive lectures, group discussions, reflections, and role play simulations. The main objective of this activity is to build the adaptive capacity and psychological well-being of educators through strengthening 21st century skills. The evaluation was carried out by comparing burnout scores before and after the training. The results showed a significant decrease in the average burnout score from 71.6 to 57.4, or by 14.2 points. This decline reflects an improvement in participants' psychological well-being and adaptive ability in the face of work pressure. In addition, training also has a positive impact on improving creative thinking, collaborative, and positive communication skills in the context of school work. These findings show that participatory-based interventions are effective in building a healthier and more productive work environment for educators. This activity recommends replicating similar training in other educational institutions as a preventive and promotive strategy to overcome burnout and strengthen teachers' professional competence in facing contemporary educational challenges.

The study aims to evaluate the adoption of the Coretax system by government expenditure treasurers using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). We assesses the factors influencing users' attitudes and intentions toward using new technology. Primary data from local government public service agencies in Karanganyar and Wonogiri regencies are collected by using questionnaire, analyzed with linear regression and path analysis. Our analysis reveals that perceived usefulness and behavioral intention are scored high, indicating that the treasurers find Coretax beneficial and are strongly inclined to continue using it. However, perceived ease of use and attitude toward use showed moderate to high ratings, indicating room for improvement in terms of ease of use and user comfort. Regression analysis found that perceived ease of use significantly affects perceived usefulness, attitude toward use, and behavioral intention. However, perceived usefulness and attitude toward use did not significantly influence behavioral intention. The findings suggest that the ease of use of Coretax plays a more crucial role in shaping the treasurers' behavioral intentions than perceived usefulness or affective attitude. This study providing insights into key determinants affecting user intentions and offering empirical foundations for developing training policies, system design improvements, and implementation strategies tailored to the public sector's needs. The findings of this research are also expected to contribute to offer practical implications for strengthening national tax digitalization reforms.

Religious Holiday Allowance is a mandatory worker's right that companies in Indonesia must fulfill as part of their legal responsibilities, which should also extend to online motorcycle taxi  drivers. The platform worker status of online motorcycles taxi, who are typically bound only by work agreements, raises questions regarding their entitlement to this Religious Holiday Allowance. This paper aims to highlight the Circular Letter from the Ministry of Manpower Number M/3/HK.04.00/III/2025, which regulates the provision of Religious Holiday Allowance for online motorcycles taxi in the form of a religious holiday bonus. Using a socio-legal research method, this writing emphasizes the correlation between prevailing laws and regulations concerning the Religious Holiday Allowance for online motorcycles taxi drivers. The research findings indicate that online motorcycle taxi drivers have not comprehensively received their Religious Holiday Allowance rights due to their legal status as partners not being formally recognized within prevailing labor regulations. Furthermore, Circular Letter Number M/3/HK.04.00/III/2025 is non-binding, making the implementation of religious holiday bonus provisions contingent upon the individual policies of each platform company.

The advancement of digital technology has transformed how people search for information and access health services. RSIA Clas C Cipondoh faces challenges related to its brand image, as indicated by low patient engagement with the hospital’s website and digital platforms, based on a preliminary survey. This study aims to analyze the simultaneous and partial effects of digital literacy, website quality, and ease of access on the brand image with digital marketing strategy as a moderating variable. A quantitative research method with a cross-sectional approach was employed. The study involved 152 outpatient respondents who had accessed the hospital website. Data were analyzed using index analysis with the Three Box Method and Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA) to test the moderating effect. Findings reveal that digital literacy, website quality, and ease of access simultaneously and significantly influence the hospital’s brand image. Partially, each of these variables also has a positive and significant effect on brand image. Moreover, the digital marketing strategy effectively moderates the relationships between digital literacy, website quality, and ease of access with brand image. The Three Box Method analysis indicates that although website quality falls into the high category, weaknesses remain in the interaction quality dimension. The study concludes that strengthening digital literacy, improving website quality, and ensuring ease of access supported by an effective digital marketing strategy can enhance the hospital’s brand image. Hospitals are advised to add interactive features such as chatboxes or live chat to improve patient engagement and online service experience.

Logic is an important foundation in mathematics learning because it shapes critical and systematic thinking skills. Introducing the concept of proof early on plays a strategic role in developing reasoning skills, identifying patterns, and providing simple arguments. This article aims to examine the role of logic in mathematics learning by emphasizing the importance of introducing the concept of proof from the outset. The methods used are a literature review of various relevant studies and descriptive analysis based on learning practices in early childhood education. The results of the study show that play, exploration, and concrete experience-based learning activities can improve children's ability to understand cause-and-effect relationships, make predictions, and convey logical reasons. In addition, social interaction and dialogue in the learning process have been proven to strengthen simple reasoning skills. In conclusion, the integration of logic and reasoning from an early age not only supports the development of mathematical abilities, but also builds the foundation for critical and analytical thinking needed for further education.

Background: Indonesia, as an agrarian country, has a large workforce engaged in physically demanding activities that increase the risk of myofascial pain. The prevalence of myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) in the upper trapezius muscle in Indonesia reaches 40% annually, with a higher rate in women. This condition often causes complaints in the neck, shoulders, and lower back, leading to a decline in quality of life. Various management strategies exist, but many are less effective in the long term and carry potential side effects. Lidocaine, as a local anesthetic, offers an alternative therapy due to its simple procedure, affordable cost, rapid effect, and good safety profile; therefore, its effectiveness in managing myofascial pain needs to be evaluated. Methods: This study was an observational research with a prospective cohort design conducted at PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping Hospital. Patients with myofascial pain who received lidocaine injections were followed for 4 weeks, and pain intensity was measured using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) to assess the relationship between lidocaine administration and pain reduction. Results: The study showed that lidocaine injection was effective in significantly reducing myofascial pain. The Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test produced negative Z values with p = 0.000 (<0.05) for all comparisons from pretest to the fourth week. The Friedman test also indicated significant differences between weeks (χ² = 9.731; p = 0.021), with optimal pain reduction observed in the second week. Although lidocaine provided significant analgesic effects, its effectiveness tended to decrease in subsequent weeks, indicating a short-term effect that should be combined with other interventions for sustained outcomes. Conclusion: Lidocaine injection proved effective in reducing pain among patients with myofascial pain syndrome, with the most optimal reduction occurring in the second week after therapy. The dominant factors influencing the outcomes were the relatively short duration of lidocaine’s action and individual variability in response. This implies that lidocaine can be used as an effective initial therapy, but should be combined with other interventions such as physiotherapy or activity modification to achieve more stable and sustainable pain management.

Conflict is an inevitable phenomenon in every organization, whether in business, education, or social contexts. If not managed properly, conflict has the potential to reduce performance; however, if handled constructively, it can become a source of innovation. Based on this issue, this study aims to answer the main question: how is conflict understood and managed according to recent literature findings? The method used is a literature review by searching for articles through several online databases using the keywords "organizational conflict," "conflict management," "types of conflict," and "resolution strategies." From an initial search result of 17 articles, after a screening process, 15 articles met the criteria for further analysis. The analysis results reveal three main themes. First, conflict in organizations can be categorized into several types, such as intrapersonal, interpersonal, intragroup, and intergroup conflicts. Second, the sources of conflict often stem from differences in interests, ineffective communication, and unequal distribution of resources. Third, conflict resolution strategies vary, including mediation, collaborative communication, compromise, deliberation, and approaches based on religious values.

In the digital age, information travels quickly, which has made it easier to learn new things but also made it easier for false information to spread. In Indonesia, fact-checking efforts by online news sites like Kompas, Tempo, and Liputan6 have become very important in dealing with this problem. This study examines the linguistic and discursive strategies utilized in fact-checking articles published from 2022 to 2024 to foster critical literacy among readers. Utilizing the principles of Critical Literacy and Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), the study examines five fact-checking texts addressing political, health, and social matters. The results show that all the articles follow the same story structure: they start with claims, then go into detail about the investigations, present evidence, and give final judgments. At the micro level, hedges, boosters, and evidential markers are used on purpose to change how certain and credible something is. At the meso level, discourse structures and intertextual references bolster institutional authority, whereas at the macro level, fact-checking serves as an educational instrument that promotes critical and contemplative reading habits. Overall, the study shows that fact-checking serves two purposes in Indonesia: it helps people check the accuracy of information and it helps people build their resistance to false information.

This research aims to provide a description of the communication phenomenon that occurs between students and parents, students and teachers, and students and the community environment. The research is motivated by the misconduct of students such as truancy, lying, and frequent prayer. This study uses a qualitative approach. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis was conducted by data collection, data reduction, presenting data in textual form, and verification leading to data conclusion. The results of the research show that: 1) The implementation of a good three center communication in education is crucial to maintaining the Qur'anic character of students, as various factors such as religious, socio-economic, and stakeholders' communication understanding influence students' character; 2) Students receive good guidance at school, moderately at home, and inadequately at the surrounding environment, thus the communication concept to foster Qur'anic character does not run optimally. This research provides important contributions in the field of fostering Qur'anic character, particularly in SMP Negeri 1 Camplong. The conclusion of this research is that the role of family and the environment greatly influences the process of fostering the Qur'anic character of students. The importance of this role is vital in conscious efforts to improve students' Qur'anic character.

In supporting the learning process, teachers often use videos on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok for learning media nowadays. One that can be used for learning media is Augmented Reality. Augmented Reality in the world of education has not been implemented and applied as a supporting medium for interactive education in schools, because no educational institution has implemented it as a mandatory media that functions as a learning tool. Muhammadiyah 12 GKB Gresik Middle School has a Digital Technology Class Program that strives to provide a forum for teachers and students to always actively use technology in learning in class and outside the classroom. With the material Reply for unbelievers, it is hoped that it can be visualized through Augmented Reality. Based on the background above, the author tries to explain the main statement (1) how to design an effective, efficient, and interesting Augmented Reality learning model for 8th grade students of the Quranic material, Surah Al Fajr, reply for unbelievers. (2) what are the advantages and disadvantages of the Augmented Reality learning media design. This study aims to describe the design of the Augmented Reality learning model so that it is effective, efficient, and interesting. As well as describing the advantages and disadvantages of Augmented Reality learning media design so that it can be effective, efficient and interesting for students. The research method used by researchers uses the Research and Development method by adopting the ADDIE development model in the first two steps: Analysis and Design. The results of the needs analysis on the use of Augmented Reality (AR) media in learning replies for non-believers, this is effective, efficient and interesting if used in the learning process for students, and is needed, especially in learning replies for non-believers.

Interdisciplinary studies linking the Quran and Hadith with modern science continues to attract significant attention among global academics. This phenomenon reflects a paradigm shift in Islamic studies, where integration with contemporary disciplines is seen as essential for a more comprehensive understanding. Prayer holds a central place in Islamic teachings, recognized as one of the five fundamental pillars of Islam. The concept of health in Islam is broad, encompassing physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects in an integrated manner. This holistic Islamic view of health demonstrates that the practice of worship, particularly prayer, has the potential to provide health benefits that extend beyond the physical dimension. Prayer contributes significantly to an individual's overall mental and spiritual well-being. The aim of this study was to understand the integration of prayer and health through an interdisciplinary study linking the Koran and Hadith. The study concluded that there is a significant and multifaceted relationship between the practice of prayer and various aspects of health, encompassing the physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions. This demonstrates that religious teachings do not focus solely on the spiritual aspect but also provide a comprehensive framework for maintaining overall health.

This study aims to analyze the application of information technology in improving the efficiency of supply chain management at JS Store Florist in Samarinda City. This study is motivated by the rapid development of information technology and its role in supporting supply chain management, especially for small-scale businesses. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, document study, and literature study. Data analysis was conducted using the SWOT analysis method. The results showed that the use of information technology can improve supply chain management efficiency, as seen from the savings in operating costs of IDR 1,300,000 per month, or equivalent to 17.21%. This proves that the application of information technology at JS Store Florist is capable of improving the efficiency of supply chain management. The use of marketplaces, digital recording, and online ordering strategies has been proven to accelerate production and distribution, as well as providing recommendations for the development of a more integrated digital ordering system to strengthen competitiveness and business sustainability in the face of increasingly fierce competition in the florist business.

Islamic Financial Institutions play a vital role in strengthening the Islamic economy in Aceh, particularly through financing micro businesses. Article 14 of Qanun Aceh Number 11 of 2018 sets a target of 40% profit-sharing-based financing for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by 2024. However, the realization of financing with profit-sharing contracts is still low. This study aims to examine the implementation of Qanun Number 11 of 2018 in facilitating micro business financing in Aceh, identify obstacles in its implementation, and analyze the roles of the government, society, and the private sector in supporting this process. The study uses an empirical juridical method, collecting data through literature studies, interviews, and observations. Data analysis is conducted qualitatively with a prescriptive analytical approach. Challenges to financing distribution include business actors not meeting credit quality assessments and prudential banking standards, causing banks to implement risk management strategies to prevent non-performing loans. Additionally, low financial literacy among business actors remains a significant barrier. The local government supports micro business financing by establishing the Technical Implementation Unit of the Integrated Business Service Office, providing financial assistance, and introducing the draft Qanun of Aceh Sharia Financing Guarantee. Bank Aceh Syariah offers training and coaching for MSMEs, while Bank Syariah Indonesia aids MSMEs through the MSME Center and the Muslim Entrepreneur program. Improving financial literacy is essential for business development. The study recommends that the Aceh Government strengthen the implementation of Qanun Sharia Financial Institutions, increase profit-sharing-based MSME financing, and promote financial literacy.