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Self-adjustment is an interaction ability to establish a good relationship between individuals and their environment. New student self-adjustment is a challenge to deal with changes from high school to college. Changes in terms of academic, social, emotional and institutional attachment are much more difficult than the previous level of education so that new students have difficulty adjusting. This study aims to determine the description of the self-adjustment. Methods: The type of research design used is descriptive with a cross sectional design. The instrument used is a questionnaire with google form media. The population in this study are 99 respondents. The sampling technique uses total sampling technique with a sample size of 99 respondents. Results: Based on the results of the study analyzed using univariate analysis, it shows that new students have a high level of self-adjustment, namely 68 people (68.7%) and moderate self-adjustment as many as 31 people (31.3%). Low self-adjustment can be caused by self-doubt, lack of self-confidence, lack of openness from others and excessive stress. Conclusion: So the researcher expects new students to multiply relationships, improve talents and skills, follow guidance during the learning process in lectures and seek support and motivation from mentors, friends, and family.  

This community service activity was carried out to answer the challenges of modern education, especially in designing assessments that are inclusive and responsive to the diverse learning needs of students. The program involved 25 teachers from five elementary schools in Gunung Anyar Sub-district, Surabaya. The training method includes preparation through a needs survey, exposure to the basic concepts of differentiated assessment, collaborative practice, implementation simulation, and ongoing mentoring. The results of the training showed a significant increase in teacher competence, especially in understanding the concepts of formative, summative, and diagnostic assessments, as well as the ability to design flexible rubrics and assessment formats. As many as 85% of participants understood the objectives of the activity well, 78% felt that they understood the material very well, and 82% felt helped by simulations and hands-on practice. In addition, the training created a culture of productive collaboration between teachers, which was felt by 88% of participants. However, there are challenges in the form of the need for more time for technical deepening of rubric development and implementation assistance in the classroom. Collaborative practice-based training proved effective in improving teachers' competence in differentiated assessment. For the sustainability of the program, further training, the establishment of teacher learning communities and increased school support are recommended. This program is expected to create a more inclusive, innovative and responsive basic education for students' diversity.

Effective learning is the primary goal in education, but traditional teaching methods are often considered less engaging for students. This article analyzes the implementation of interactive teaching methods at MTs Muslimat NU Palangka Raya to enhance student participation and motivation. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques such as observation, interviews, and documentation. The results indicate that the interactive method successfully creates a more dynamic learning environment, with students being more active in group discussions and presentations. This method also improved students' understanding of the material and their social skills, such as communication and collaboration. Overall, the interactive teaching method proved effective in enhancing the quality of learning and can be applied to other educational institutions.

This community service program is part of the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) initiative, aiming to create a clean and green environment at MTs Muslimat NU through drainage cleaning and flower planting activities. The program involved teachers and university students as the main participants, without the direct involvement of students. Its primary focus is to raise awareness about the importance of environmental cleanliness and greening efforts to preserve ecosystems. The drainage cleaning was carried out to prevent blockages that could lead to flooding, while flower planting aimed to beautify the school environment and educate participants about the benefits of greening. Through the active involvement of teachers and students, this program is expected to foster positive habits in maintaining cleanliness and environmental sustainability. Additionally, it promotes the value of mutual cooperation, which can be continued by the entire school community to create a healthy and comfortable environment. Supported by the MBKM program, similar initiatives are expected to expand their impact, engage more stakeholders, and contribute significantly to sustainable environmental conservation efforts.

The literacy program implemented at MTs Muslimat NU as part of the MBKM initiative addresses the low reading interest among students by fostering a sustainable reading culture. This program aimed to optimize the school library as a center of learning and increase students’ participation in literacy activities. Activities were structured to accommodate gender-specific groups, dividing each class into two sessions—one for female students and another for male students—conducted from Monday to Thursday. Each group participated twice weekly, engaging in reading exercises, book discussions, and digital literacy training. The methods involved collaborative planning with teachers and students of MBKM, surveys, and focus group discussions to identify the specific needs of the school community. The results demonstrated significant improvements in reading habits, as evidenced by a 30% increase in library visits and active participation in literacy clubs. Additionally, the program fostered the emergence of student leaders who encouraged their peers to engage in reading and critical discussions. This participatory approach proved effective in creating a dynamic literacy ecosystem and strengthening social cohesion within the school. The findings underline the importance of integrating literacy programs with active community participation and optimizing libraries as educational hubs, ensuring long-term benefits in developing reading skills and fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing. 

The implementation of the Independent Curriculum in the field is not free from various challenges, especially for teachers who are faced with the demands of being able to develop innovative, adaptive teaching modules that are in accordance with the characteristics of students. SDN No. 10 Galung in Majene City is one of the elementary schools that also implements the Independent Curriculum. In this school, it was found that teachers' understanding and skills in developing teaching modules are still limited, so optimal training and mentoring are needed to support the successful implementation of the curriculum. This community service activity aims to optimize teachers' understanding and skills in developing the Independent Curriculum teaching modules. The methods used include training and mentoring. The results of this activity show a significant increase in teachers' ability to design and implement contextual and innovative teaching modules. This activity provides benefits for teachers in building more meaningful learning, student-centered, and in accordance with the principles of the Independent Curriculum.

The MBKM internship program for IAIN Palangka Raya students at MIS Fathul Iman aims to enhance the educational experience and practical teaching skills. This qualitative descriptive study investigates teachers' responses about the internship's impact over four months. Through interviews, the research reveals that teachers perceive the program as beneficial for fostering collaboration, improving student engagement, and enhancing teaching methodologies. Teachers noted that the presence of interns helped alleviate their workload and introduced fresh perspectives in the classroom. Additionally, the program facilitated professional development for both interns and educators, creating a mutually beneficial learning environment. The findings suggest that the MBKM internship program is a valuable initiative that not only contributes to the personal growth of students but also strengthens the educational community. This study underscores the importance of practical training in teacher education and its positive influence on teaching effectiveness and student outcomes.

The ability to read the Qur'an is an essential skill that every Muslim should possess. However, current trends show a decline in Qur'anic literacy levels in Indonesia. According to data, about 65% of Muslims in Indonesia are still unable to read the Qur'an. One way to address this issue is by implementing an effective Qur'anic learning method. This community service program uses a Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach, actively involving students, religious teachers, and school staff. Over the course of six months, 45 female students participated in Qur'anic learning using the Tilawati method. The evaluation results showed a 75% improvement in their Qur'anic reading ability, with 85% of the students able to read the Qur'an correctly and in accordance with tajwid rules. Additionally, the program successfully formed independent study groups and created local leaders among the students. The implementation of the Tilawati method also had a positive impact on the family environment, strengthened the school's commitment to Qur'anic literacy programs, and encouraged a shift in the students' mindset toward Qur'anic learning. The sustainability of this program is ensured through the establishment of an organizational structure and a systematic evaluation mechanism.

Hand hygiene is an important aspect in maintaining individual health and preventing the spread of disease, an effective practice for maintaining hand hygiene is washing hands regularly. Health education is an application of educational concepts in a learning process, namely health education using animated videos. This research aims to determine the effect of health education using animated videos on hand and nail hygiene in elementary school children at SDN Sekarputih 01 Bondowoso. The method in this research used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-post test approach. The population was 90 student respondents at SDN Sekarputih 01 Bondowoso, 73 samples studied were taken using purposive sampling. Data collection includes editing, coding, scoring, and tabulating. The instruments used are Animation Videos, SOPs, and Modules. The data obtained from this research was analyzed using the Wilcoxon Test. The results of this research showed that the cleanliness of hands and nails before being given health education using animated videos was mostly poor 31 (42.5%), after health education using animated videos was mostly very good 52 (71.2%), from the test results The Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test shows a value of p = 0.000 with ? = <0.05 (p = 0.000 with ? = <0.05) p is smaller than ?, then H0 is rejected and H1 is accepted, it can be concluded that there is an influence of health education using animated videos on hand hygiene and nails. It is hoped that respondents who has lack knowledge about washing hands and cutting nails can apply health education using animated videos very effective because animated videos have interesting advantages and can make respondents focus on their interest in the images displayed.

Papua Province remains at the top in addressing illiteracy issues. The Community Literacy Development Index (IPLM) in Papua Province stands at 20.02, significantly lower than the national IPLM average of 64.48. In 2022, it was reported that the literacy rate among individuals aged 15–59 in Papua Province was 81.53%, indicating that nearly 20% of this age group in the province is still unable to read, write, or perform basic arithmetic.  According to the head of the South Papua Province Education and Culture Office, over 36,252 children who should be attending primary to senior high school are either out of school or have dropped out. Merauke Regency contributes the highest numbers compared to other regencies. The purpose of this community service initiative is to provide literacy and numeracy (calistung) education to children who have dropped out or never attended school. The implementation method comprises three stages: planning, execution, and evaluation.The results of three months of calistung teaching at *Bevak Pintar* showed significant improvement in the reading, writing, and arithmetic skills of children who had dropped out of school or had never attended school.

This study aims to improve English vocabulary mastery among 8A grade students at MTs Terpadu Berkah through the implementation of the Pictionary game method. The research uses a descriptive qualitative approach, focusing on observation and assessment of students’ performance during learning activities. Pictionary, as an interactive learning method, utilizes visual images to help students understand and retain new vocabulary more effectively.  The research results show that using Pictionary in English vocabulary learning is effective in enhancing students' understanding and memory of new words. Students actively participated in learning activities, demonstrated high enthusiasm, and showed significant progress in using the vocabulary they learned. Additionally, this approach encourages student collaboration and fosters creativity during the learning process. In conclusion, the Pictionary game can be an effective alternative teaching method for improving vocabulary mastery and learning motivation among students. Implementing this method is expected to provide English teachers with a useful strategy for creating a more engaging and interactive learning environment in the classroom.

This study aims to evaluate the impact of the BKI student community service program on female students at the North Asrama An-Nahdhoh Putri Islamic Boarding School, with a focus on improving mental health, practical skills, and social networks. The method used in this study is a qualitative approach with a descriptive type, which collects data through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation studies. The results of the study indicate that the community service program has succeeded in increasing female students' self-confidence, stress management skills, and better social relationships. In addition, extracurricular activities carried out every week have contributed significantly to the development of their practical skills. These findings emphasize the importance of community service programs in supporting the self-development of female students and creating a positive learning environment.

Digitalization in education has encouraged the need to develop interactive and interesting learning media to increase student interest and understanding. Teaching staff at D-LLA Course, a tutoring institution, needs skills in using technology, one of which is making interactive videos. This article discusses the results of a training program held to improve teacher competency in using the Powtoon application to create interactive video learning materials. Through introductory methods, tutorials, direct practice and evaluation, this activity succeeded in improving teachers' skills in compiling digital learning content. Based on evaluations and feedback from participants, the majority felt that this interactive video learning method was more interesting for students and more effective in explaining the material. It is hoped that the results of this training can be implemented on an ongoing basis in the D-LLA Course to improve the quality of learning.

Digitalization in education has encouraged the need to develop interactive and interesting learning media to increase student interest and understanding. Teaching staff at D-LLA Course, a tutoring institution, needs skills in using technology, one of which is making interactive videos. This article discusses the results of a training program held to improve teacher competency in using the Powtoon application to create interactive video learning materials. Through introductory methods, tutorials, direct practice and evaluation, this activity succeeded in improving teachers' skills in compiling digital learning content. Based on evaluations and feedback from participants, the majority felt that this interactive video learning method was more interesting for students and more effective in explaining the material. It is hoped that the results of this training can be implemented on an ongoing basis in the D-LLA Course to improve the quality of learning.

The purpose of this community service activity is to enhance the English vocabulary mastery of students in class IX.A at MTs Terpadu Berkah Palangka Raya through the implementation of the "I See the Light" song-based learning method. The learning process was carried out in three stages: first, students listened to the song without the translation; second, students listened to the same song with lyrics and translation; and third, students participated in a vocabulary quiz to assess their understanding of the new vocabulary they had learned. Observations during the activity showed that students were more actively engaged and enthusiastic in the learning process and discussions. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that using songs as a learning medium has a positive impact on improving students' English vocabulary mastery in a fun and interactive way. However, there were some challenges related to the unclear volume of the song and the instability of the power supply. Therefore, the recommendation for future research is to ensure clear audio and stable power supply to support the effective implementation of the activities.

The culture of education in Indonesia is very diverse, including formal, informal, and non-formal institutions. Madrasah Diniyah (Madin) as a non-formal educational institution plays an important role in preserving Islamic religious and cultural values, especially through the use of the Pegon Arabic script in teaching Arabic. This study evaluated the effectiveness of Pegon script writing training using the PAR (Planning, Acting, Reflecting) approach. The results showed a significant increase in writing skills and positive attitudes of participants towards the Pegon script. Success factors included effective learning methods, intensive mentoring, and relevant training materials, despite time constraints and differences in participants' initial abilities. Potential for further development includes the creation of more comprehensive training modules, the formation of a Pegon

This community service program addresses challenges in mastering basic English vocabulary due to limited learning time, minimal exposure to English, and a lack of varied teaching methods. The "Two Phrases to Grow" program introduces an innovative approach to help students improve their vocabulary and communication skills. Implemented through interactive sessions and consistent daily phrase practice, the program has demonstrated positive impacts on students' vocabulary acquisition and confidence in using English. These findings suggest that simple, continuous methods can foster significant improvement in English proficiency among students in environments with limited access to English resources.

This community service activity was carried out in a broiler chicken farming business located in the city of Tiakur, Southwest Maluku Regency. The purpose of this service to assist livestock entrepreneurs in strengthening MSME management, especially in accounting application, so that the financial reports producted comply with the applicable accounting principles based on SAK-EMKM (Financial Accounting Standars for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise). The method used in this activity is Action Research, in the form of assistance with financial report recording for all broiler chicken farming business operators in Tiakur, Southwest Maluku Regency. This activity provides new learning experiences for students, enchancing their knowledge and skills, as well offering motivation and innovation to the community. Additional, this activity also provides an understanding of financial report recording, such as balance sheets and income statemets, for broiler chicken farming businesses.

This community service activity was carried out in a broiler chicken farming business located in the city of Tiakur, Southwest Maluku Regency. The purpose of this service to assist livestock entrepreneurs in strengthening MSME management, especially in accounting application, so that the financial reports producted comply with the applicable accounting principles based on SAK-EMKM (Financial Accounting Standars for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise). The method used in this activity is Action Research, in the form of assistance with financial report recording for all broiler chicken farming business operators in Tiakur, Southwest Maluku Regency. This activity provides new learning experiences for students, enchancing their knowledge and skills, as well offering motivation and innovation to the community. Additional, this activity also provides an understanding of financial report recording, such as balance sheets and income statemets, for broiler chicken farming businesses.

Activities to improve children's creativity through cheerful garden activities (learning while playing outdoors) in Pasinan village, Lekok sub-district, this activity was carried out for approximately five times and for its implementation on Saturdays and Sundays each meeting discussed a different topic. For the first activity in the ceria park, namely making a pigura made from used cardboard with decorations made from tree branches and origami. Providing material about the design of the craft form to be made and making changes to the design of the craft form so that the results obtained can channel the strengths of this cheerful garden program such as minimizing expenses, attracting customer attention by increasing product visuals, and maximizing the ergonomic value of the products created. This community service uses the PAR method and is able to improve the expertise and skills of children in Pasinan village, therefore the expertise possessed by everyone can undergo social change based on involvement in a related activity. The PAR method in community service activities is an activity that has a very significant impact because it focuses on improvement and change.