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Christian religious education plays a crucial role in shaping students' character and morals. Christian religious teachers are responsible for teaching God's Word with objectivity, without discrimination based on students' social, cultural, economic, ethnic backgrounds, or academic abilities. However, in practice, discrimination can still occur in various forms, both consciously and unconsciously. This study aims to analyze the competencies of Christian religious teachers in teaching God's Word objectively and to identify possible forms of discrimination in the learning process. Using a qualitative descriptive analysis method, this research examines religious education policies and teachers' experiences in the teaching process. The findings indicate that teachers with a deep understanding of theology, a neutral attitude in interpretation, discussion-based teaching methods, and high ethics and professionalism are better able to create an inclusive learning environment. To prevent discrimination, awareness and commitment from educators are needed so that the values of love and justice in Christian teachings can be realized in the learning process.

This research was conducted based on the phenomenon of BPK audit quality still needs to be improved when facing a lot of data with large capacity, variety, and high frequency in audit practice. One of the technological advances in facing these challenges is the emergence of big data analytics (BDA). The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of training, competence, and adoption of big data analytics on BPK audit quality. This research method is a quantitative method with a survey approach at the BPK RI office. This study uses primary data obtained through filling out an online questionnaire by 184 respondents who were sampled in the study. The data analysis method of this research is descriptive statistics and path analysis using the IBM SPSS Statistics 26 program. The results showed that training, competence, and adoption of big data analytics had a positive and significant effect on audit quality both partially and simultaneously.  

Nursing students need to have adequate competence related to patient safety. Patient safety is a system aimed at providing safe healthcare services, preventing incidents for patients, and improving patient services. Knowing students' perspectives is necessary to understand how they think in response to what they have done or learned about patient safety. It is critical to evaluate nursing students' perspectives on patient safety competency and assess their level of competence. The results can be used to formulate plans to improve students' proficiency in patient safety among healthcare professionals. The design of this research is descriptive, with 108 respondents participating in filling out the Patient Safety Survey (PSS) instrument. The research results analyze students' competencies in three domains, namely patient safety review, patient safety issues, and incident reporting. The analysis results show that in the domain of patient safety review, 79.63% of respondents have a good perspective. In the domain of patient safety issues, 71.30% of respondents had a good perspective. Similarly, in the incident reporting domain, the majority of respondents also had a good perspective, which was the highest among the other domains, at 83.33%. Overall, it can be concluded that the survey results indicate that the respondents have a good perspective, with 82 respondents out of a total of 108 respondents (75.93%). Students who have attended patient safety management lectures and completed clinical nursing practice have good competence in patient safety. Future research is expected to be conducted in various cultural and contextual backgrounds to enhance the understanding of variables that influence patient safety in nursing practice and education

Human resource management (HR) in the government sector, especially in the Public Works and Spatial Planning Agency (PUPR) of North Sumatra Province, has a crucial role in determining the effectiveness and efficiency of public services. However, HR management in government agencies still faces various challenges, such as complex bureaucracy, lack of innovation, and employee competency gaps. This study aims to analyze the challenges in HR management and the factors that influence employee performance in order to formulate strategies for optimizing HR management in the government sector. Using qualitative research methods, data were obtained through interviews, document studies, and literature reviews. The results of the study indicate that a rigid personnel system, lack of competency development, and a recruitment and promotion system that is not fully performance-based are the main factors that hinder the effectiveness of employee work. Therefore, reforms are needed in the HR management system, such as improving the recruitment, promotion, and rotation mechanisms of employees, strengthening competency development policies through adaptive training programs, and implementing a performance evaluation system based on objectivity and transparency. With this optimization strategy, it is hoped that employee performance at the PUPR Office of North Sumatra Province can improve, so that public services become more effective and professional.

Digital transformation through Internet of Things (IoT) in warehouse management represents a paradigmatic revolution in contemporary logistics systems. This research comprehensively explores the complexity of IoT implementation, analyzing critical factors influencing digital transformation in storage systems. Utilizing a systematic literature review methodology, the research unveils multidimensional dynamics involving complex interactions between advanced technology, organizational structures, and human resources. Findings indicate that successful IoT implementation requires a holistic approach that transcends mere technological adoption, demanding a fundamental reconstruction of business ecosystems. Key factors include top management support, sustainable infrastructure investment, human resource competency development, and innovation culture creation. The research affirms that digital transformation is not simply a technological project, but a complex strategic journey requiring long-term commitment and sustainable adaptive capabilities. Research implications provide profound insights for academics and practitioners in designing effective digital transformation strategies in warehouse management.

This study aims to examine the implementation of a differentiated learning model in improving maritime English language competency among maritime college students in Indonesia. The background of this study is based on the maritime world's need for graduates with good English language competency, especially in professional and technical contexts. The approach used was a mixed method, namely a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods within a classroom action research framework implemented over two learning cycles. Data were collected through English language competency tests, observations, and in-depth interviews. The results showed a significant increase in all aspects of maritime English competency. The highest increase occurred in speaking skills at 44.38%, while the lowest increase was in maritime vocabulary comprehension at 30.25%. After the implementation of the differentiated learning model, 78.33% of students were in the "Good" and "Very Good" competency categories. Although in the initial stages of implementation there were challenges in students' adaptation to learning methods that differ from conventional learning, these obstacles were successfully overcome through a project-based learning strategy. This strategy is considered the most effective because it is able to provide an authentic context and approximate the real conditions in the maritime workplace. Thus, it can be concluded that the differentiated learning model has proven effective in improving students' maritime English language competency. This study recommends the broader implementation of similar models in English language learning programs at maritime institutions.

This study aims to analyze the role of teachers in developing adaptive learning strategies within the context of Islamic education in the Merdeka Belajar era. Adaptive learning, which considers students' differing characteristics, needs, and learning styles, is considered essential for enhancing the quality of Islamic education. Using a literature review approach, this research examines various literatures related to the implementation of adaptive learning strategies, teacher competencies, and their implications on student learning outcomes and character development. The findings show that the pedagogical, social, professional, and personal competencies of teachers are crucial to the success of adaptive learning. The application of this strategy also leads to increased motivation, active participation, and the development of students' character and spirituality in Islamic education. Adaptive learning creates an inclusive, responsive environment that focuses on students' needs, which in turn improves the overall quality of education.

Scientific writing is an important competency that must be mastered by students, especially in writing a thesis as a requirement for graduation at the undergraduate level. One of the problems often encountered is the weak ability of students to manage references and compile citations in accordance with academic rules. This condition has the potential to reduce the quality of scientific work and violate the principle of academic integrity. Therefore, this community service activity aims to improve students' understanding and skills in reference management through socialization of the use of the Zotero application. This activity was carried out at the Syekh Al-Hasan Ahmad Addary State Islamic University in Padangsidimpuan, involving 45 students as participants. The methods used were socialization and training, which included the delivery of conceptual material on scientific writing and citations, as well as practical assistance in using the Zotero application. The results of the activity showed that students gained a better understanding of the importance of reference management and were able to recognize the use of Zotero as a tool to systematically compile citations and bibliographies. The output of the activity was a Zotero usage guide document that can be used as a supporting reference in writing scientific papers. This activity contributes to improving students' academic and digital literacy and supports efforts to prevent plagiarism in the university environment.

The transformation of Indonesia’s educational evaluation system from the National Examination (UN) to the National Assessment (AN) is intended to improve education quality through a more comprehensive approach. This study examines the implementation of the National Assessment at SMA Negeri 21 Medan, with a focus on the disparity between the theoretical framework of formative assessment and its practical execution in the field. The research utilizes the discrepancy evaluation model with a qualitative methodology. Data were gathered through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions (FGD), participatory observations, and document analysis.The findings reveal that although the National Assessment is designed as a formative evaluation, in practice, it is still regarded as a summative assessment disconnected from the learning process. The execution of the Minimum Competency Assessment (AKM) continues to be dominated by multiple-choice questions, restricting the comprehensive evaluation of competencies. Moreover, the use of assessment results for educational enhancement remains suboptimal due to reporting delays and the insufficiently diagnostic format of the reports. Key supporting factors for implementation include strong school leadership, adequate infrastructure, and collaboration among schools. However, several obstacles persist, such as a limited conceptual grasp, inadequate teacher training, and administrative and curricular constraints. This study suggests reinforcing teachers’ conceptual understanding, enhancing the feedback system for assessment outcomes, and fostering deeper integration of formative assessment principles into school learning strategies. By doing so, the National Assessment can be more effectively leveraged to improve the quality of education in Indonesia.

This study uses a qualitative approach that describes the object studied through the process of exploring facts and data on objects in the field as they are, to achieve these objectives, data is needed that is excavated from an in-depth observation process with the principal, vice principal, head of the welding and metal fabrication engineering expertise program and teachers of productive subjects. Data collection techniques using in-depth interviews with, participant observation, and documentation. Data analysis techniques using data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions or verification. Checking the validity of the data using triangulation methods. The results of the study indicate that the suitability of students' technical and non-technical competencies with industry needs greatly determines the success rate of graduates in the workforce. Relevant competencies, such as mastery of modern welding technology and soft skills such as communication and teamwork, are key factors. In addition, it was found that aligning the curriculum with industry standards and the active involvement of industry partners through internship programs contributed significantly to improving the quality of graduates. This study recommends strengthening cooperation between vocational schools and the industrial world and developing training programs based on labor market needs.

This study will analyze how the implementation of teacher assessment methods for students in the competency-based curriculum (KBK) with a focus on implementation at the primary school level. This study, using a literature review method using a qualitative approach, examined various literature sources from 2019-2023 to identify the characteristics, challenges, and strategies to improve the KBK assessment method. The results showed that the KBK uses extensive and authentic reviews to highlight students' skill attainment, both individually and classically. The main challenges to implementation include teacher time limits, difficulties in determining indicators and defining criteria, lack of training, and differences in student characters. Recommended improvement strategies are to enhance teachers' skills through continuous training, development of standardized assessment instruments, use of technology in the assessment process, and collaboration among stakeholders. This study provides a comprehensive overview of KBK assessment practices and solutions to optimize implementation in schools.

This study explores the relationship between teacher professionalism and student learning outcomes in Civic Education at SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Medan. It focuses on how teacher participation, teaching activities, and challenges influence the learning process. A qualitative descriptive approach was used, with data collected through interviews and surveys. The findings reveal that teachers' professional competencies, particularly in lesson planning, the use of varied teaching media, and providing remediation, significantly improved students' knowledge acquisition. Despite challenges such as curriculum changes and limited resources, teachers like Ibu Monalisa Tarigan, S.Pd actively engage in professional development programs to enhance their teaching effectiveness. The study highlights the importance of teacher preparation, creativity, and individualized attention in creating a productive learning environment. It concludes that teacher professionalism has a positive impact on both cognitive and creative student outcomes.

Inclusive education in Indonesia faces various challenges, including limited teacher competency, minimal facilities and infrastructure, and low community support for Children with Special Needs (ABK). In addition, obstacles such as negative stigma, lack of training for educators, and policies that are not yet optimal also hamper its implementation. To overcome this, training and improving the quality of teachers, provision of adequate facilities, changes in community paradigms through socialization, and collaboration between schools, government, and the community are needed. Inclusive education can only be successful if it is supported comprehensively by all parties, with a strategic and sustainable approach.

The ability to write scientific papers is a competency that students must have in the academic world. The Research Methodology course plays an important role in improving this skill, because it provides an understanding of the basic concepts of research, methods, and systematic data analysis. This study aims to analyze the effect of the Research Methodology course on the scientific writing skills of PGSD Stambuk 2022 students, State University of Medan. The research method used is a quantitative approach with simple linear regression analysis. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to students taking the course. The results of the study showed that the Research Methodology course had a significant influence on students' scientific writing skills with a coefficient of determination (R Square) of 63.8%. This shows that a good understanding of research methodology can help students in compiling scientific papers more systematically and with quality.

Hospital is a health service place that provides services based on safety competency and safety activities that are evaluated using performance assessment. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of patient safety competency on patient safety activities and nurse performance assessment. The independent variable in this study is patient safety competency, nurse performance assessment is the dependent variable while patient safety activity is the mediating variable. The study used an observational analytical design with a cross-sectional approach. Respondents in the study were some nurses at Mardi Waluyo Hospital, Blitar City who had a patient safety competency certificate totaling 159 respondents. The sampling technique used simple random sampling. The results of the regression analysis obtained a significant effect on patient safety competency on patient safety activities and nurse performance assessment with ap value = 0.01. The variable that has a dominant influence is safety competency with a standardized coefficient of 0.327 compared to safety activities in patients with a standardized coefficient of 0.312. The conclusion in this study is that there is an effect of patient safety competency on patient safety activities and nurse performance assessment. The results of the study are in line with previous research and theories which show that patient safety competency has a greater influence on nurse performance assessments directly compared to the presence of patient safety activities as a mediating variable, but it is possible that other factors play a role in the differences in the effects of influence between variables. Hospital policies, safety culture, and the level of awareness of the work team in implementing daily safety practices may play a role in the difference in influencing effects between variables. However, it is also possible that there are other factors such as the attitude and motivation to work of individuals who are considered not to meet the expectations of the leadership.

Fiqh learning at MA Islamic Centre Bin Baz Yogyakarta faces challenges, particularly in understanding the Fathul Qarib Al-Mujib book, which is written in Arabic. This difficulty is more pronounced among students without a pesantren background, affecting their academic performance. Observations indicate that only 60% of students achieve learning mastery, while 40% score below the minimum competency standard (KKM) of 80. To address this issue, this study aims to examine the effectiveness of PPT Canva as a learning medium in improving the learning outcomes of tenth-grade students. This research employs a quasi-experimental method with a Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The sample consists of two classes: the experimental class, which uses PPT Canva, and the control class, which does not. Data were collected through written tests (pretest and posttest), observations, and documentation, then analyzed using the t-test and N-Gain test with SPSS Windows 25. The findings reveal that using PPT Canva significantly improves learning outcomes, with a significance level of 0.032 (<0.05). The average pretest score for the experimental class was 54.14, increasing to 84.34 in the posttest, with an N-Gain score of 0.6469 (moderate category). The percentage of learning mastery increased from 0% to 85.71%. Thus, it can be concluded that using PPT Canva is effective in enhancing Fiqh learning outcomes for tenth-grade students at MA Islamic Centre Bin Baz Yogyakarta.

Strengthening teachers' professional competence is a key factor in improving education quality, particularly in implementing student-centered learning. This study aims to analyze efforts to enhance teachers' professional competence through the development of student-centered learning at SMK IPTEK Kota Tangerang Selatan. A qualitative approach with a case study method was used in this research. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with teachers and school policymakers, classroom observations, and document analysis related to lesson planning and evaluation. The findings indicate that strengthening teacher competencies through training, mentoring, and collaborative lesson planning significantly improves their ability to design and implement student-centered learning. This approach also enhances student engagement, critical thinking skills, and independence in the learning process. However, challenges in implementation were identified, including teacher readiness, limited resources, and adaptation to innovative teaching methods. Therefore, continuous teacher professional development, institutional support, and a collaborative learning environment are essential for optimizing the implementation of student-centered learning. Sustained teacher competency enhancement can contribute to improving vocational education quality and preparing students to meet the evolving demands of the workforce.

This study aims to analyze strategies for improving the performance of village officials in public services in Kertasari Village, Labuhan Haji District, using Robert M. Grant's strategic theory, which encompasses decision-making, coordination and communication, and target setting. This study employed a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collection techniques including interviews, observation, and documentation. Data were analyzed through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results indicate that the performance improvement strategy is implemented through regulation-based decision-making, deliberation, and leadership direction; coordination involving village officials and community institutions; and target setting for accelerating administrative services, digitizing archives, and increasing public satisfaction. This strategy is supported by regulations, official commitment, community participation, and basic technology, but is still hampered by human resource competency, infrastructure, communication, and budget constraints. This study concludes that the strategy for improving village official performance aligns with Grant's theory, but requires strengthening in the areas of competency, facilities, communication, and budget management.  

This study aims to analyze the impact of training and competency development on employee performance at PT Anugerah Tangkas Transportindo (ATT Group). The research employed a quantitative method with a survey approach, collecting data through questionnaires distributed to ATT Group employees. The results of the analysis indicate that training and competency development have a significant effect on improving employee performance. These findings affirm that structured training programs and efforts to enhance employee competencies can increase motivation and work productivity, thereby contributing to the overall performance of the company. This study recommends that ATT Group management continue to develop training and competency programs tailored to employee needs to achieve organizational goals optimally.

The main focus in this research is how teachers' skills are in using technology in Indonesian language learning for fourth grade students at SD Inpres Taeng-Taeng, Gowa Regency. This research aims to describe teachers' knowledge and skills related to the use of technology in learning using qualitative descriptive methods for fourth grade teachers at SD Inpres Taeng-Taeng, Gowa Regency. This type of research is qualitative research where data is collected directly from the field to gain an understanding of the phenomenon involving informants or sources. The research results show that teachers at SD Inpres Taeng-Taeng, Gowa Regency are able to integrate technology into the curriculum, as well as make good use of access to available technological devices and infrastructure. Based on the results of the research above, it can be concluded that Teachers Integrating Technology in Class IV Indonesian Language Learning at SD Inpres Taeng-Taeng, Gowa Regency are already at an adequate level.