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Christian religious education in schools has an important role in forming students' morals. This subject not only focuses on teaching religious doctrine, but also on forming character, ethical values, and attitudes that are in accordance with Christian teachings. In the context of formal education, Christian religious education functions as a means of instilling moral values such as honesty, responsibility, love and tolerance. This research aims to analyze how the implementation of Christian Religious Education in schools can influence students' moral formation, as well as the factors that support and hinder this process. The research method used is a qualitative approach with interviews, observation and document analysis as data collection techniques. The research results show that Christian religious education delivered with a contextual approach and relevant to students' lives can have a positive impact on their moral formation. Apart from that, the involvement of teachers who have good moral integrity and creative teaching methods is a determining factor for success. Thus, Christian religious education in schools has a strategic role in creating a young generation who have morals, character, and are able to live according to Christian principles amidst the challenges of the times.    

This study aims to determine the effect of the collaborative learning model on student learning outcomes. The research method used is quantitative with a pre-experimental design research type in the form of one-group pretest-posttest. The population of all 9th grade students is 62 people and a sample of 31 people through purposive sampling. The instrument in the form of a test question consists of 20 items. The results of the data analysis show that there is a positive and significant effect of the Collaborative Learning PAK and Budi Pekerti learning model on the Learning Outcomes of Class IX students, as evidenced by the tcount> ttable value, namely 14.226> 2.042. It is concluded that H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted.

The study aims to determine whether the educational crossword puzzle game can create, build, and change students' learning motivation and the learning process in class VIII of SMP Negeri 1 Satu Atap Tampahan. The research method used is quantitative with a pre-experimental design type in the form of One group pretest-posttest. The population of all classes VIII is 90 people and a sample of 31 people using purposive sampling. The closed questionnaire instrument consists of 20 items. The results of the data analysis show that there is an influence of the educational game method used by the teacher on students' learning motivation, as evidenced by the significant test obtained a value of t count> t table, namely 6.669> 2.042, it is concluded that H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted.

This research uses a qualitative approach to identify societal issues that affect both individuals and communities. At SMP Negeri 17 Malang City, the principal, student representatives, PPKn teachers, and a number of students served as data sources. Data collection methods included observation, interviews, and documentation. The collected data includes both primary and secondary sources. We used both formal and unstructured interviewing methods. This study's data analysis process included three steps: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion/verification. We also used triangulation methods to assess the validity of the data. Pre-field, fieldwork, involvement during data collection, and data analysis are the phases of the study process. To define Pancasila ideals and learn how to apply them using the cooperative learning model at SMP Negeri 17 Malang City, this research set out to ascertain the role that PPKn instructors play in doing so. The study's findings demonstrated that instructors have a responsibility to care for, acknowledge, and counsel pupils who lack motivation or discipline in addition to imparting knowledge. To prevent such issues, it is recommended that future research focus more on the role PPKn instructors play in boosting students' enthusiasm to study and selecting learning models that fit the infrastructure and facility requirements.

The use of audiovisual media is one of the successes of learning, including student learning motivation. This study aims to determine the positive and significant effect of the Use of Audiovisual Media on the Learning Motivation of Class VIII Students of SMP Negeri 2 Balige in the 2024/2025 Academic Year. Quantitative method, the Research Population was all class VIII students of SMP Negeri 2 Balige totaling 216 people and the sample was taken 15% of the total population of 216 people so that the sample of this study was 32 people. Using regression analysis techniques. Proven through the following data analysis: 1) Influence test: Regression equation test Ŷ = 0.292 + 33.506X. b) The significant influence test obtained the value of tcount> ttable = 1.8019> 2.024, then Ha is accepted Ho is rejected. Based on the results of the study, it is known that the use of audiovisual media on student learning motivation can increase. This can be seen from the average value of 3. Thus, the researcher concluded that there is learning motivation for Christian Religious Education students in the 2024/2025 Academic Year.

Technological advances that occur in the Globalization Era have a major impact on a person's mental development, especially for High School Students who in their daily activities require updated information to develop their abilities. The activities carried out if not accompanied by an understanding of the dynamics of social change, they will experience problems of Moral Decadence due to the lack of understanding of National and State Awareness. One form that can be done to increase students' understanding of the importance of national and state awareness is through counseling activities. Therefore, the provision of material on understanding the Increase in National and State Awareness to the young generation of Indonesia must always be carried out with the aim that the young generation of Indonesia can understand the positive culture in Indonesia which is very important to implement in order to create unity and unity of the Indonesian nation.

The purpose of this study was to determine the significant positive influence between the Sociodrama Method on the Creativity of Class VIII students of SMP Negeri 3 Paranginan, Humbang Hasundutan Regency, Academic Year 2024/2025. The method used in this study is a quantitative research method and the type of research is a pre-experimental design with the form of "One group pretest-posttest". The population is all students of class VIII of SMP Negeri 3 Paranginan who are Protestant Christians consisting of 2 classes totaling 47 people and a sample of 47 people was determined using the Nonprobability Sampling technique, namely Purposive Sampling. Data were collected with a closed questionnaire of 30 items. The results of the data analysis show that there is an influence of sociodrama on students' learning creativity as expected, as evidenced by the significant test obtained a calculated t value> t table (α = 0.05; dk = n-1 = 46) which is 9.524> 2.021, thus there is a significant influence between variable X and variable Y. Thus, H0 is rejected and Ha, namely there is a positive and significant influence between the Sociodrama Method on the Learning Creativity of Class VIII Students in the 2023/2024 Academic Year, is accepted.

This study aims to analyze the relationship between students' understanding of science concepts and their critical thinking skills in junior high school, specifically on the topic of simple machines. The research method used is descriptive correlational with a quantitative approach. The sample consisted of one class. Data were collected through tests, including a concept understanding test and a critical thinking skills test. The analysis results show a significant relationship between the understanding of science concepts and students' critical thinking skills. These findings are consistent with previous studies stating that a strong understanding of concepts can enhance students’ critical thinking abilities. Based on these results, it is recommended that science curricula integrate learning approaches that simultaneously promote conceptual understanding and critical thinking.

The main objective of this study was to determine whether the use of the flashcard method of the chain whisper game technique helps in memorizing and improving English vocabulary. The method used in this study is known as Classroom Action Research (CAR). Data were collected through documentation, observation, field notes, interviews, and tests. The researcher chose class VII, consisting of 24 students, as the subjects in this study. Based on the data obtained, it can be seen that there was a significant increase in students' vocabulary memorization abilities. This is evidenced by the average value of students in the pre-test and post-test 1, which increased from 56.25 to 67.91, or 11.66, while in post-test 1 and post-test 2, it increased from 67.91 to 77.08, or 9.17. This means that the use of the flashcard method through the chain whisper game technique in memorizing vocabulary can improve English vocabulary in class VII students of SMP 2 PGRI Rengas Bekri Lampung Tengah. It can be seen that this study concludes that the technique of memorizing English vocabulary with the chain whisper game can improve the memorization and understanding of class VII students of SMP 2 PGRI Rengas Bekri, Central Lampung, especially students' interest in learning to memorize vocabulary in learning English.

This community service activity (PKM) aims to improve the ability of teachers and students at SMP, SMA, and SMK in Negeri Weet to use the socrative platform or application as a medium for digital learning and assessment. The method used in this activity is the service learning method, which is divided into material presentation, interactive discussions, simulations, and training on using the Socrative application. In using this application in the classroom, teachers can provide quizzes directly to students, as it can be accessed using computers or students' mobile phones. This application not only helps students learn but also makes it easier for teachers to provide assessments. Using this application in the classroom also provides benefits, such as building good interactions between teachers, students, and classmates. This is supported by several features that facilitate teachers and students, including quick questions, space race, and exit ticket, polling, and discussion. Thus, activities in the learning space become more lively and enjoyable. This PKM activity involved 23 participants, consisting of 7 teachers and 16 students representing the three schools. The results of the activity show that teachers and students were very enthusiastic and active in following the material presentation sessions, discussions, simulations, and training. This activity had a positive impact on improving teachers' and students' abilities in using digital learning technology and assessment.

This study aims to (1) analyze the skills of class VIII students of GKPS 3 Pematangsiantar Private Middle School in compiling explanatory texts before the implementation of the RAFT strategy. (2) Analyze the skills of class VIII students of GKPS 3 Pematangsiantar Private Middle School in compiling explanatory texts after the implementation of the strategy. (3) Analyze the impact of the RAFT learning strategy on the skills of compiling explanatory texts of class VIII students of GKPS 3 Pematangsiantar Private Middle School. The population in this study were class VIII students of GKPS 3 Pematangsiantar Private Middle School, namely class I with 26 students and class II with 27 students. The method used in this study was a two-group posttest design. Analysis assumption tests, normality tests and hypothesis tests were used in data analysis. The results of the study in the control class reached an average of 69.5 and were included in the "sufficient" category. The results of the study obtained with the RAFT strategy were 86.03 and were included in the "very good" category. Through the hypothesis test, namely tituing>ttable, namely 7.109>1.67528, it can be concluded that there is a significant influence of the use of the RAFT strategy on the ability to write explanatory texts of Class VIII students of SMP Swasta GKPS 3 Pematangsiantar.

Reading literacy skills are essential for all teachers, including mathematics teachers. Reading literacy is not only about the ability to comprehend texts but also plays a crucial role in supporting critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving in the learning process. Acknowledging its importance, the author conducted a community service activity in the form of a training program aimed at strengthening reading literacy skills among junior high school mathematics teachers in Moa District. The training was held on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at the PSDKU Hall of Pattimura University, Southwest Maluku Regency Campus. A total of 17 junior high school mathematics teachers from Moa District participated in the activity.The training methods included the presentation of reading literacy materials in the context of mathematics learning, group discussions, and hands-on practice in analyzing and developing literacy-based math problems. The success of the training was measured using two instruments: a questionnaire assessing participants’ understanding of the material and a test measuring their reading literacy skills before and after the training. Data analysis revealed that participants generally felt they understood the material presented. Moreover, there was a noticeable improvement in their reading literacy skills following the training. These results indicate that the training was conducted effectively and achieved its intended objectives. This activity is expected to have a positive impact on improving the quality of mathematics instruction in schools by enhancing teachers' reading literacy as a key component in facilitating student learning.

This study investigates the use of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) with YouTube media to enhance listening skills and motivation among junior high school students. Conducted at SMP Negeri 3 Gresik, the research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative and qualitative data. The pre-experimental design assessed students' listening skills before and after a four-week intervention, while questionnaires captured their motivation levels. The findings reveal a significant improvement in students' listening comprehension, as evidenced by an increase in mean test scores from 48.00 in the pre-test to 79.33 in the post-test, with a p-value of 0.000 indicating statistical significance. Additionally, motivation levels improved, with students expressing heightened engagement and interest in the learning process. The integration of authentic and dynamic YouTube content within the PBL framework fostered a more interactive and engaging learning environment, addressing common challenges such as limited motivation and anxiety. The study concludes that the combination of PBL and YouTube media is an effective instructional strategy for enhancing listening skills and motivation in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) contexts. It offers practical insights for educators seeking innovative approaches to language instruction and underscores the importance of integrating technology into active learning methodologies.  

A Christian Educator does not display an attitude of humility and sincerity in carrying out his profession. He is limited to the respect and material he obtains. The research in this manuscript has a direction to conduct a study on the personality competence of PK teachers from the narrative story of the teacher (Rabbi) based on Matthew 23 and analyze its implications at SMP Negeri 1 Moro’o, West Nias. Matthew 23 as a harsh criticism of the practice of teacher function personality that is not integral as a teacher. The research method applies qualitative principles with a content analysis approach. The results of the study indicate that personality competence based on Matthew 23 is the attitude of PK teachers who display a sense of brotherhood, integrity, become facilitators, and remain humble. The implications of teacher personality competence at SMP Negeri 1 Moro’o result in an increase in the quality of learning, the formation of student spirituality, and the creation of a conducive learning process. Thus, Matthew 23 has implications for the development of teacher personality competence in the current and future contexts so as not to repeat the same mistakes as previous religious teachers.

Literacy is a fundamental skill that is very important in the field of education, especially for students in Indonesia. This study aims to explore the understanding of 7th and 8th-grade students regarding the importance of literacy, the challenges they face in improving their literacy skills, and to provide recommendations for enhancing literacy programs in schools. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative with semi-structured interviews conducted at SMP N 15 Medan. The results of the study indicate that although students are aware of the importance of literacy, they face various challenges, including low reading interest, lack of access to quality reading materials, and minimal environmental support. This research is expected to contribute to the development of more effective literacy strategies in schools through the suggestions and implications provided in this study. Keywords:;;;.

Character is a trait possessed by an individual that is embedded in the soul and body, which is implemented through actions. In this day and age Christian character education is very minimal in Christian students, this can happen due to a lack of provision from parents regarding Christian character. If this continues to happen and is not resolved, it will become one of the obstacles in growing the nation's successors who have the potential to advance the nation. Therefore, the school has a very big role in teaching this to students, so that students have the correct Christian character, especially in dealing with the social life of children in the present. In solving this problem, the authors use the stages which include: Observation, implementation of PKM, and evaluation. The result of this PKM activity is to increase students' awareness of themselves not to continue to be in bad conditions so that the potential they have can be developed properly

The purpose of this study was to determine the use of vocabulary on the ability to write descriptive texts, to find out grammar on the ability to write descriptive texts and to find out the relationship between the use of vocabulary and grammar on the ability to write descriptive texts in students of SMP Negeri 11 Jayapura City. With a quantitative research method. Based on the analysis that has been done, it can be concluded that there is a significant influence of vocabulary and grammar mastery on the ability to write descriptive texts of junior high school students in Jayapura City. statistically proven with a significant value (Sig.) which is smaller than 0.05 on all variables tested, both individually and together. These results indicate that the combination of vocabulary and grammar mastery is very important to improve students' descriptive text writing skills. Overall, the variables of grammar and vocabulary mastery can explain 60 percent of the variation in students' descriptive text writing skills, with vocabulary making a greater contribution (35.74 percent) than grammar (24.26 percent). These findings emphasize the importance of focusing on developing vocabulary and grammar simultaneously to achieve the best results in learning to write descriptive texts in junior high schools in Jayapura City.

This study aims to determine the influence of principal leadership and motivation on teacher performance in public junior high schools (SMP) in Keluang District, Musi Banyuasin Regency. The background of this research lies in the crucial role of school principals as leaders who guide, direct, and motivate teachers to carry out their duties and responsibilities effectively. This study employed a quantitative approach using a survey method. The population consisted of all public junior high school teachers in Keluang District, with samples selected through proportional random sampling. Data were collected using a questionnaire that had been tested for validity and reliability. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression to determine the effect of leadership and motivation variables on teacher performance. The results revealed that principal leadership had a positive and significant effect on teacher performance, meaning that better leadership skills in managing and directing schools lead to higher teacher performance. Likewise, work motivation had a positive and significant impact on teacher performance, indicating that highly motivated teachers tend to be more disciplined, creative, and productive in their work. Simultaneously, principal leadership and teacher motivation significantly contributed to improving teacher performance in public junior high schools in Keluang District. These findings emphasize the importance of strengthening school leadership capacity and enhancing teacher motivation as key efforts to improve the overall quality of education.

This study aims to examine the influence of learning attitudes, student ethics, and peer interaction on entrepreneurial attitudes among Grade VII students at SMP Negeri 6 Bulukumba. A quantitative research method was applied with a saturated sampling technique involving 49 students. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using multiple regression, t-test, and F-test in SPSS 26. The results show that each independent variable—learning attitude, ethics, and peer interaction—has a significant positive impact on students’ entrepreneurial attitudes. Collectively, these variables also significantly influence entrepreneurial behavior. The study emphasizes the importance of academic, ethical, and social factors in promoting entrepreneurial mindset in secondary education settings.

This study aims to analyze the application of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) learning model in improving students' cognitive learning outcomes in science learning, especially in the material on the structure and function of plant tissues. The research was conducted at SMP Negeri 4 Satap Wori, with the research subjects in the form of 21 grade VIII students who had heterogeneous learning abilities. This study uses a class action research (PTK) approach in two cycles. In the first cycle, student learning outcomes showed that only 38.1% of students had completed, while 61.9% had not reached the Minimum Completeness Criteria (KKM). Based on the reflection of the first cycle, improvements were made in the second cycle by increasing student involvement, providing more motivation, and forming heterogeneous learning groups. The results in the second cycle showed a significant increase, with 85.7% of students achieving learning completeness in accordance with the KKM. The increase in learning completeness from the first cycle to the second cycle was 47.6%. This study concludes that the PBL model effectively improves students' critical thinking skills, creativity, and motivation and can help students solve problems independently and in groups. Therefore, applying the PBL model is recommended to continue to be used in learning that involves real-world problem-solving.