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Elementary school students' interest in reading is an important aspect in the ongoing learning process. However, students' low interest in reading is a challenge for educators. This article aims to examine various creative learning strategies that can be applied to increase elementary school students' interest in reading. Using the literature review method, this article identifies and analyzes effective learning strategies in the context of basic education.

In the tricky landscape of instructional writing, discourse markers serve as pivotal linguistic equipment, guiding readers via complicated arguments and making sure logical drift. This research embarked on a complete exploration of discourse markers throughout clinical and non-medical genres. Through a comparative analysis, awesome styles in the frequency and distribution of these markers emerged, reflecting the specific epistemological and methodological underpinnings of every genre. The have a look at similarly delved into the practical roles of those markers, highlighting their contribution to coherence, argumentative shape, and universal readability. The examination of interdisciplinary articles discovered a completely unique linguistic identification, emphasizing the complexity of melding conventions from more than one disciplines. The findings no longer most effective shed light on the pragmatic software of discourse markers however also underscore their significance in educational writing pedagogy.

Reading is an important skill for students learning English, whether as a second language or a foreign language. Reading still plays a big role and is an essential tool for conveying meaning and information through text. For foreign language learners, reading in English is not an easy task because reading in English is complex and it is difficult to understand the meaning of sentences. Understanding is necessary to understand the meaning and obtain the information conveyed by the author. This happen because the language system of English is different from the students' native language. Hasibuan et al (2021) stated that Reading is an active process, it involves interpreting passages, not just receiving a message. It is reasonable for reading is one of the basic ways of acquiring information. Because when the students have a good competence in reading English, it will help them to obtain and enrich their knowledge.    

Reading is Reading comprehension ability is very important to improve learning achievement, because it increases vocabulary, fluency and language proficiency in various subjects, thereby influencing all material and teaching in each subject. This research investigates the application of the PORPE strategy in comprehending descriptive reading texts and its impact on student comprehension using a mixed methods research approach. The data was collected using observation, pre-test and post-test. It can be seen in this research, that the PORPE strategy, which consists of the stages of predicting, organizing, training, practicing and evaluating, can significantly improve students' understanding and analysis of descriptive texts, develop critical thinking and reading skills, and encourage active participation. In this research found, that there was a significant increase in students' average scores after implementing the PORPE strategy, from 57.37 to 80.37, which showed a statistically significant difference in scores before and after treatment. The PORPE strategy improved students' reading comprehension and critical thinking skills by facilitating interactive learning, increasing understanding of descriptive texts and fostering students' positive contributions.

Contextual learning is an approach that links subject matter to real world situations experienced by students. This approach aims to improve students' conceptual understanding and critical thinking skills. This article discusses the implementation of contextual learning strategies in elementary schools and their impact on students' conceptual understanding. Through this method, students are invited to connect the knowledge gained with everyday life thereby increasing their learning motivation and understanding.

Character education consists of two words, namely education and character. The meaning of character education from an Islamic perspective is a conscious effort made by educators towards students which aims to shape the students' personalities and form morals, ethics and a sense of good culture and noble character. Character education is very important at this time because a character will show who we really are, character will determine how a person makes decisions, character determines a person's attitude, words and actions, someone who has good character, then his words and actions will also definitely be good, and all of this will become an identity that unites and personalizes itself, so that it is easy to distinguish it from other identities. The aim of character education in Islamic religious education is to form a person with noble character, because noble character is the basis of all goodness.

This research aims to determine the significant influence of work motivation on employee job satisfaction at the women's empowerment, child protection, population control and family planning (DP3AP2KB) office in Wawo sub-district. This research is included in the category of associative population research. This research uses all employees at the women's empowerment, child protection, population control and family planning (DP3AP2KB) office in Wawo sub-district, totaling 55 employees. The research technique used is saturated samples. The instrument in this research is a questionnaire with a liter scale. Observation data collection techniques, questionnaires, literature study. The data analysis technique uses a validity test, a reliability test and then processed using SPSS. The results of the research show that work motivation has a significant effect on employee job satisfaction at the women's empowerment, child protection, population control and family planning (DP3AP2KB) office in Wawo sub-district.

Export activities are the activity of removing goods from within the country to the destination country. So exports are trade by sending goods to a country with which there has previously been an agreement by each representative of the country concerned, namely the exporter and importer. The smoothness of the export process can be seen from the document handling procedures carried out by PPJK so that the cargo can enter the customs area without any problems occurring. The aim of this research is to analyze the export document procedures for abrasive cloth cargo by PT. Millennium Trans Bahari as PPJK. In writing this thesis, research was carried out using a qualitative approach through direct observation methods at PT. Millennium Trans Bahari, interview method with one of the operational staff and documentation in the export and import division in the form of written data which includes documents required for export activities. The results obtained in this research are that the analysis of procedures for abrasive cloth cargo export documents by PPJK at PT. Millennium Trans Bahari, in its implementation, is in accordance with existing procedures.

Customer loyalty is a key aspect for the success and desirability of a retail business. Product variations can be an effective approach to increasing customer loyalty. However, in-depth understanding of various product strategies that can increase customer loyalty is still limited. The aim of this research is to explore and understand the variations in product strategies that can be implemented by Palapa Toserba to increase customer loyalty. This research uses a qualitative approach, data is collected through interviews with customers and observation. The results of this research can increase customer loyalty. This research provides valuable insight for Palapa Toserba Wadung Asri and other retail companies in implementing effective product variety strategies to increase customer loyalty    

This research aims to determine the influence of quality of work life, interactional justice on the performance of Hotel Neo+ Waru Sidoarjo employees through job satisfaction as an intervening variable. The population of this study were all employees of the Neo+ Waru Sidoarjo Hotel, with a saturated sampling technique totaling 41 people. Data was collected using a questionnaire with a five-graded Likert scale with data analysis using SEM-PLS with SmartPLS version 3 software. Based on the research results, hypothesis testing states that: 1) Quality of Work Life has a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance at the Neo+ Waru Hotel Sidoarjo, 2 ) Interactional Justice has a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance at Hotel Neo+ Waru Sidoarjo, 3) Quality of Work Life has a positive and significant effect on Job Satisfaction for employees of Hotel Neo+ Waru Sidoarjo, 4) Interactional Justice has a positive and significant effect on Job Satisfaction for Hotel employees Neo+ Waru Sidoarjo, 5) Job Satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance at the Neo+ Waru Sidoarjo Hotel, 6) Job Satisfaction cannot mediate the relationship between Quality of Work Life and Employee Performance at the Neo+ Waru Sidoarjo Hotel with a Direct-only mediation effect (no mediation ), 7) Job Satisfaction can mediate or there is an influence between the relationship between Interactional Justice and Employee Performance at the Neo+ Waru Sidoarjo Hotel with a Complementary mediation effect (partial mediation).

TikTok Shop is one of the most popular social commerce for Indonesian people to make product purchase transactions. Advertising on TikTok Shop social commerce is inseparable from Electronic Word of Mouth (e-WOM). In today's era, e-WOM is considered as one of the important aspects that influences online shopping activities. This study aims to determine the effect of e-WOM on consumers in purchasing products on TikTok Shop social commerce. The type of research used is qualitative with a descriptive method in order to obtain an explanation of the phenomenon of e-WOM. The data collection technique was carried out by interviewing respondents who were the samples in this study. The sample in this study used a purposive sampling technique. There are three indicators that are used to assess e-WOM, namely intensity, consumer opinion, and content. The results of these three indicators show that e-WOM has been implemented well as a consideration for consumers in deciding to purchase products on TikTok Shop. This is expected to be a reference for sellers on TikTok Shop to always create marketing strategies by utilizing e-WOM.    

. One of the most popular types of e-commerce today is the marketplace which is widely used by people to run businesses and helps them shop online to meet their needs. Shopee is one of them because it is often visited via the website. This research uses a quantitative approach method by utilizing primary data as a data source obtained from the results of a questionnaire in the form of a Google form. The analysis techniques used are data quality tests (validity and reliability tests), classical assumption tests (normality test, heteroscedasticity, multicollinearity and multiple linear regression), hypothesis testing (partial t test). ) and f test (simultaneous) and coefficient of determination test (R2). Data processing in this research uses SPSS version 25. Based on research, it shows that trust has a partial effect on purchasing decisions with a sig. 0.008. Transaction security does not partially influence purchasing decisions with a sig value. 0.296. Service quality partially influences purchasing decisions with a sig value. 0,000. So trust, transaction security and service quality influence decisions with a sig value of 0.015.

This research paper presents preliminary observations on the role of Mosque Istiqlal in Osaka, Japan, in facilitating Islamic religious practices for the Indonesian migrant worker society. As globalization has led to increased migration flows, many Indonesian workers have moved to Japan in search of better economic opportunities. However, living in a non-Muslim majority country presents challenges for practicing their faith.               The study aims to investigate how Mosque Istiqlal serves as a religious and social hub for the Indonesian migrant worker community in Osaka. Through qualitative research methods including interviews, participant observations, and document analysis, this research explores the various functions of the mosque in supporting the religious needs and social integration of Indonesian migrants.The findings reveal that Mosque Istiqlal plays a crucial role in providing a space for collective worship, religious education, cultural events, and social support for the Indonesian migrant worker society. The mosque serves as a center for fostering a sense of community, preserving cultural identity, and offering a familiar environment for religious practices in a foreign land.Through this preliminary study, we highlight the significance of religious institutions like Mosque Istiqlal in supporting the well-being and integration of migrant communities in host countries. The research underscores the importance of further exploration into the role of religious institutions in facilitating the religious and social needs of migrant populations, contributing to a better understanding of the intersection between religion, migration, and community building.

This Community Service aims to introduce the basic concepts of sharia economics to students at Nurul Hasanah High School. The background to this Community Service is the importance of understanding an economic system that is in accordance with sharia principles among the younger generation, especially in the school environment. Sharia economics, which is based on Islamic values such as justice, transparency and social responsibility, offers an ethical and sustainable alternative in economic management. This Community Service uses an educational approach through counseling, discussions and simulations to provide a comprehensive understanding of concepts such as usury, zakat, mudharabah and profit sharing.Community Service shows that before this program, many students had a limited understanding of sharia economics and often equated these concepts with conventional economics. After participating in the program, there was a significant increase in their understanding of the basic principles of sharia economics, as well as awareness of the importance of applying ethics and moral values in economic activities. In addition, students also show a high interest in learning more and applying these concepts in everyday life, including in personal financial management and business activities.This program is expected to be sustainable and further developed to cover other relevant topics, such as Islamic banking and halal investment, in order to equip students with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in the field of Islamic economics. Thus, this program not only contributes to increasing Islamic financial literacy among students, but also to the formation of character based on the values of justice and social welfare

Free cash flow is a way to calculate the remaining cash flow that is not used for investment or operations. The purpose of this study is to determine how the variables net profit, depreciation, and changes in investment have an effect on free cash flow recorded on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the period 2018-2023. This study uses a quantitative approach method. The results of this study indicate that Net Profit has a positive and significant effect on Free Cash Flow, Depreciation has a positive and significant effect on Free Cash Flow, and Changes in Investment have a negative and insignificant effect on Free Cash Flow.    

This research aims to determine the determinants of RAROC in manufacturing companies on the IDX for the 2017 - 2023 period. The data used in this research is secondary data. This data is quantitative data obtained from the Indonesian Stock Exchange (BEI) with shares included in the LQ45 Index in the form of annual financial reports for the period 2017 - 2023. The sample for this research was 33 companies obtained using purposive sampling technique. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression analysis and hypothesis testing using determinate coefficient tests, simultaneous F-tests and partial T-tests. The data analysis technique was carried out using the Eviews13 For Windows program. The research results show that Gross Profit Margin (GPM), Debt to Equity Ratio (DER) and Interest Coverage Ratio (ICR) together (simultaneously) have a significant effect on Risk-Adjusted Return on Capital (RAROC). Gross Profit Margin (GPM) partially has a negative and significant effect on Risk-Adjusted Return on Capital (RAROC), Debt to Equity Ratio (DER) partially has a positive and significant effect on Risk-Adjusted Return on Capital (RAROC) and Interest Coverage Ratio (ICR) partially has a negative and insignificant effect on Risk-Adjusted Return on Capital (RAROC).

The development of the digital economy in developing countries is expected to encourage economic growth, increase resources and workforce efficiency, provide access to international markets, and reduce transaction costs. The research aims to offer practical and affordable solutions for those who want to explore nature without having to buy their own equipment and provide information and advice on destinations, safety tips and equipment guides, as well as supporting the adventure community. This design uses the Design Thinking method, which is an iterative process that aims to understand users, define problems in depth, and find solutions that meet their needs. The result of this research is the Adventure Sphere Application Prototype, which contains profile, homepage, product display, basket and product video features. It is hoped that this application will make it easier for buyers to rent outdoor equipment and this application will also provide useful information to renters regarding the use of outdoor equipment.

User Interface (UI) dan User Experience (UX) memainkan peran integral dalam membantu aplikasi agar lebih menonjol. Oleh karena itu harus memiliki UI/UX yang terintegritas dalam aplikasi seluler tidak hanya membantu bisnis untuk menarik lebih banyak pengguna tetapi juga meningkatkan kepuasan pelanggan. Toko Kue Global adalah salah satu toko yang masih mengguanakan metode manual hanya melalui whatsapp dan instagram saja mempromosikan penjualan toko ini, untuk memajukan bisnisnya membutuhkan desain aplikasi penjualan untuk membantu pelanggan dalam melakukan proses pemesanan. Dengan pembuatan aplikasi tersebut akan dilakukan UI dan UI terlebih dahulu dengan menggunakan metode User Journey Map (UJM). Hasil perancangan  ini akan dilakukan  dengan menggunakan metode pengujian System Usability Scale (SUS). Berdasarkan metode perancangan dan metode pengujian pada penelitian ini didapatkan nilai rata-rata 85 dengan grade A (Excellent) melalui kuisioner yang dilakukan pada 20 responden. Berdasarkan hasil tersebut membuktikan bahwa hasil perancangan UI dan UX aplikasi penjualan ini dapat diterima dan sesuai dengan kebutuhan pengguna.

Seperti yang diketahui, Sebagian Besar waktu dalam beraktivitas dalam perjalanan ada beberapah hal Yang mengakibatkan kemacetan yang terjadi di kota Purwakarta ini, Sehingga berbagai upaya dilakukan untuk mengurangi dan menghindari kemacetan, salah satu inovasi yang menjadi solusi adalah transportasi online karena terbukti praktis, ekonomis, dan terpercaya.  Berdasarkan pengujian usability awal telah dilakukan terhadap 10 responden aplikasi MyDrim dengan menggunakan metode System Usability Scale (SUS), hasil dari pengujian menggunakan metode SUS yang dilakukan kepada 10 responden maka didapatkan hasil dari 49 dan masuk kedalam grade F yaitu kurang. Hasil  pengujian usability akhir pada aplikasi mydrim sebesar 78,25 dari 10 responden maka dari penentuan ketiga aspek yaitu Acceptability ranges masuk dalam kategori Acceptable dan Grade Scale masuk kategori C dan adjective rating masuk dalam kategori Good.

Royal Posh Pro adalah sebuah usaha mikro kecil dan menengah (UMKM) yang bergerak di bidang jasa fotografi, menyediakan berbagai paket dokumentasi untuk berbagai jenis acara dengan kualitas tinggi. Namun, perusahaan ini menghadapi tantangan operasional, khususnya dalam pengelolaan penjadwalan dan data pembayaran yang masih dilakukan secara manual. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan sistem informasi berbasis web yang terintegrasi dengan payment gateway guna mengatasi masalah tersebut. Metode prototype digunakan dalam penelitian ini untuk merancang, menguji, dan menyempurnakan sistem secara iteratif, agar sesuai dengan kebutuhan operasional Royal Posh Pro. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi sistem informasi yang terintegrasi dengan payment gateway dapat secara signifikan meningkatkan akurasi dan efisiensi pengelolaan data pembayaran serta mengurangi kesalahan manual. Sistem ini juga menawarkan kenyamanan lebih bagi pelanggan melalui berbagai metode pembayaran yang aman dan praktis. Kesimpulannya, penggunaan teknologi informasi dalam bentuk sistem berbasis web dengan integrasi payment gateway telah terbukti efektif dalam meningkatkan kualitas layanan dan efisiensi operasional di Royal Posh Pro. Solusi ini tidak hanya menyelesaikan kendala operasional yang ada tetapi juga memberikan model bagi UMKM lain dalam industri fotografi untuk memanfaatkan teknologi guna meningkatkan daya saing bisnis mereka.