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Regarding the socio-political conflict between Israel and Palestine, many countries have criticized Israel's actions by boycotting Israeli products and products that support Israeli aggression against Palestine. Starbucks products are one of the products that support Israeli aggression and are very closely related to Gen Z in Indonesia, so this study was performed to examine the impact of a boycott of Starbucks products on interest in buying local coffee products among Gen Z using quantitative methods, because previous similar research was carried out using qualitative methods. A total of 100 Gunadarma University students were respondents to fill out this research questionnaire. The data analysis technique used is hypothesis testing through simple regression analysis assisted by SPSS software. The conclusion drawn from hypothesis testing showed an influence between the effect of boycotting Starbucks products (X) and the interest in buying local coffee (Y).

Penelitian ini berlandaskan pada perubahan perilaku dalam keuangan mengenai investasi, tingginya minat investasi di masyarakat dalam perdagangan bursa efek menjadikan topik yang perlu dibahas dari sudut pandang perilaku. Dimana dalam penelitian ini menggunakan theory of planned behaviour sebagai teori dalam mengembangkan variabel. Sehingga variabel yang peneliti pilih yaitu financial attitude, risk perception, dan locus of control. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis tentang pengaruh financial attitude, risk perception, dan locus of control terhadap investment intention pada generasi milenial. Lokasi penelitian ini dilakukan di Jakarta. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik non probability sampling dengan metode purposive sampling. Dalam penelitian ini melibatkan 100 responden yang tersebar DKI Jakarta. Dalam menganlisis data peneliti menggunakan analisis regresi linier berganda. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa secara simultan financial attitude, risk perception, dan locus of control berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap Investment Intention.

The focus of this study is the transformation of English and Mathematics education at the State Islamic Institute (IAIN) Takengon. Higher education at IAIN Takengon faces challenges in increasing student interest, especially in English and Mathematics study programs. Students believe that mathematics and English skills are not important for career success. This is a common problem in many universities in Indonesia. By focusing on the analysis of high school needs, this study attempts to address the problem. The results of the analysis indicate that IAIN Takengon programs can be tailored to meet the specific needs of English and Mathematics students. As part of the solution, IAIN Takengon students engage directly with high school students and gain hands-on experience in mentoring and teaching. To determine the needs of high schools, an analysis of the study program curriculum, interviews with teachers and students, and observations were conducted. The results of the study indicate that the English and Mathematics curriculum needs to be improved specifically, and the program should be more related to students' real lives. Case studies and qualitative methods are considered effective in collecting contextual data and providing in-depth insights into the state of education at IAIN Takengon. Other practical recommendations include curriculum adjustments, creating learning materials that are more in line with industry needs, and training teachers to implement innovative teaching methods.

This study examines the role of social media in increasing consumer purchase interest in Skintific products in Indonesia, particularly in the beauty package category. Skintific successfully dominated the market by achieving sales of over IDR 70 billion in the first quarter of 2024. This success was largely driven by the effective use of digital marketing strategies on social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. These strategies involved creating relevant content, collaborating with influencers, and engaging directly with the audience to strengthen brand image. The findings indicate that the brand image built through social media significantly contributes to increased purchase interest and consumer loyalty. The highest sales were recorded in the 5-piece beauty package variant, highlighting consumer preference for comprehensive product offerings. Based on the study, social media is proven to be an effective channel for building a positive brand image and influencing consumer purchasing decisions in the beauty industry. 

This study aims to increase the interest in learning history among ninth-grade students at SMP Sinar Pancasila Betun through the application of the role-playing method. The research problem addressed in this study is how effective the role-playing method is in increasing students' interest in learning history and what factors influence the success of this method. The study uses a classroom action research (CAR) method, consisting of four cycles. Each cycle includes stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. Data collection instruments used include observation sheets and learning interest questionnaires. The results of the study show a significant increase in students' interest in learning after the application of the role-playing method. In the second cycle, the average student learning interest was at 66%, and it gradually increased to 81% by the fourth cycle. The discussion of these results indicates that the role-playing method not only increases students' interest in learning but also facilitates collaboration, active participation, and student creativity in the history learning process. Therefore, it can be concluded that the role-playing method is effective in increasing the interest in learning history among ninth-grade students at SMP Sinar Pancasila Betun.

The purpose of the study was to determine whether there is an effect of Reputation, E- recruitment, and Work Environment on Interest in Applying for Jobs by the Millennial Generation in North Toraja Regency. The data collection procedure of this research is Quantitative method using Multiple Linear Regression method and processed using SPSS This research was conducted around North Toraja, with a sample size of 100 respondents. The results of the calculation with the t test on the Reputation variable t count> t table with a value of (2.947) > (1.98498), on the E-recruitment variable t count> t table with a value of (4.014) > (1.98498), and on the Work Environment variable t count> t table with a value of (3.624) > (1.98498). The conclusion of this study is that Reputation, E-recruitment, and Work Environment have a positive and significant effect on Job Application Interest in the millennial generation in North Toraja Regency.

The Influence of Social Media on Tourist Interest in North Toraja. The purpose of this research is to determine whether social media has an impact on tourist interest in North Toraja. Data collection techniques in this study include documentation, observation, and questionnaires. The population in this research consists of tourists visiting tourist attractions in North Toraja, with a sample size of 85 respondents. The data analysis technique used is a simple linear regression test. The results of partial testing (t-test) indicate that the social media variable has an influence on tourist interest in North Toraja.  

The focus of this study is the transformation of English and Mathematics education at the State Islamic Institute (IAIN) Takengon. Higher education at IAIN Takengon faces challenges in increasing student interest, especially in English and Mathematics study programs. Students believe that mathematics and English skills are not important for career success. This is a common problem in many universities in Indonesia. By focusing on the analysis of high school needs, this study attempts to address the problem. The results of the analysis indicate that IAIN Takengon programs can be tailored to meet the specific needs of English and Mathematics students. As part of the solution, IAIN Takengon students engage directly with high school students and gain hands-on experience in mentoring and teaching. To determine the needs of high schools, an analysis of the study program curriculum, interviews with teachers and students, and observations were conducted. The results of the study indicate that the English and Mathematics curriculum needs to be improved specifically, and the program should be more related to students' real lives. Case studies and qualitative methods are considered effective in collecting contextual data and providing in-depth insights into the state of education at IAIN Takengon. Other practical recommendations include curriculum adjustments, creating learning materials that are more in line with industry needs, and training teachers to implement innovative teaching methods.

This research was conducted to determine the influence of financial rewards, job market considerations, and the work environment on accounting students' interest in choosing a career as a public accountant. Case study accounting students at the Lampung State Polytechnic. This research uses a quantitative approach method obtained from primary data by distributing questionnaires to respondents. Sampling in this study used probability sampling with a simple random sampling technique and a sample of 90 respondents was obtained using the Slovin formula. The data analysis technique used is Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using smart-PLS 3.2.9 software. The results of this research show that financial rewards and job market considerations do not influence accounting students' interest in choosing a career as a public accountant. Meanwhile, the work environment has a significant influence on accounting students' interest in choosing a career as a public accountant

This research discusses the impact of the School Literacy Movement (GLS) at MAN 1 Pandeglang to increase students' interest in reading and literacy skills through literacy outreach every Wednesday morning. The method used is descriptive qualitative, with data collection through interviews, observation and documentation. The results show that GLS is implemented in three stages: Habituation, Development, and Learning. Even though there is support from various parties, challenges such as a lack of reading materials and the performance of the school literacy team are obstacles. This research recommends improving facilities and program evaluation to support the success of GLS. With that, the writing of this article will discuss the problem statement: 1) What is the meaning of the School Literacy Movement (GLS) 2) How is the School Literacy Movement (GLS) implemented. 3) What is the impact of the Literacy program on MAN 1 Pandeglang students and students?

The aim to be achieved in this research is to find out how much interest there is in the members of the Volta mini soccer field in the city of Palembang. This research is quantitative descriptive research, with the method used is a survey with data collection techniques using questionnaires or questionnaires. The subjects in this research were the interests of the mini volta field soccer members in the city of Palembang, totaling 96 members. The analysis technique used is in the form of percentages. Based on research that has been carried out on the two factors studied, including intrinsic factors and extrinsic factors, there are the same results from both factors. For the overall results, it was found that the results included in the very high category amounted to 47 or 48.5%, those included in the high category amounted to 47 people or 48.5%, those included in the low category amounted to 1 person or 1% and those included in the very low category amounted to 1 or 1%. So it can be seen from all the results obtained from the data that it has a very high category with a percentage of 85% of the 96 members who filled out the questionnaire.    

Tujuan dari kegiatan Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) ini adalah untuk meningkatkan pemahaman tentang pentingnya minat baca dan literasi siswa di SD 106824 Basamat, Kabupaten Deli Serdang, melalui penerapan media pohon literasi. Penelitian kuantitatif ini melibatkan 50 siswa yang dipilih secara purposive. Kegiatan dimulai dengan pre-test untuk mengukur tingkat pemahaman awal siswa mengenai minat baca dan literasi. Setelah itu, dilakukan sosialisasi penggunaan media pohon literasi untuk mendorong minat baca siswa dan meningkatkan keterampilan literasi mereka. Setelah kegiatan selesai, dilaksanakan post-test untuk menilai perubahan yang terjadi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya peningkatan yang signifikan dengan nilai n-gain sebesar 0,250, meskipun masih terdapat potensi untuk peningkatan lebih lanjut. Diharapkan kegiatan ini dapat memicu terciptanya budaya literasi yang berkelanjutan di sekolah.

Students often perceive math as a difficult subject, especially in primary school, even though it is a basic subject in everyday life and the advancement of science. Low learning outcomes result from this viewpoint as it undermines students' motivation and interest in learning math. This research looks at how the use of cutting-edge learning resources, such as Worldwall, can help students to understand and be more engaged in math, especially when it comes to division. The use of media can improve students' motivation, engagement and learning outcomes while helping them to overcome challenges related to understanding complex mathematical ideas. This research suggests that teachers use online learning tools such as Worldwall to make math lessons more interesting and dynamic.

This research aims to identify factors that influence tourists' interest in revisiting the Aslan Hill natural tourist attraction. The methodology used is to use a quantitative approach with data obtained from the results of questionnaires that have been distributed to the sample (research respondents) totaling 96 people. Through quantitative analysis with the help of Smart PLS software. 4, this study found that although the three independent variables (tourism facilities, price perception, and destination image) had a positive relationship with revisit intention, only price perception and destination image had a statistically significant influence. Apart from that, this research also confirms that the mediating variable is visitor satisfaction in the relationship between price perception and destination image and interest in visiting again, where satisfaction cannot mediate the influence of tourist facilities on interest in visiting again, while satisfaction can mediate the relationship between price perception and destination image on interest in visiting. return to the Aslan Hill Nature tourist attraction. The practical implication of this research is that it is important for natural tourism destination managers to not only focus on developing physical facilities, but also on efforts to build positive perceptions about the value offered and maintain consistent service quality to achieve visitor satisfaction.

This study aims to enhance students' interest in learning English through the utilization of PowerPoint presentations as a teaching medium. The research was conducted at MTs Hidayatul Muhajirin Palangka Raya, involving eighth-grade students. The method employed was a lecture using PowerPoint presentations equipped with audio features. The material taught was "Descriptions of People’s Personalities." The results showed that the use of PowerPoint presentations was able to increase students' motivation and interest in learning. The visually appealing materials, complemented by audio features, along with group discussions and individual assignments, effectively accommodated various learning styles, particularly visual and auditory. Additionally, PowerPoint facilitated students' understanding of concepts, vocabulary, and English grammar. In conclusion, the utilization of PowerPoint presentations as a teaching medium is an effective step in improving the quality of English language learning.

This study aims to describe the planning, implementation and impact of Drumband Extracurricular in developing students' talents and interests at SMP Negeri 38 Padang. This type of research is qualitative research with a descriptive method.  The research instrument is the researcher himself and is assisted by supporting instruments such as stationery and cameras. Data were collected through observation, interviews and documentation. The steps of analyzing data are data condensation, data presentation and conclusion drawn. Based on the results of the presentation of data, it can be concluded that: the initial plan to hold a drumband extracurricular was due to the proposal of the student's guardian realized by the junior high school. The drumband extracurricular structure was selected through deliberation of all junior high school ranks. The members of the drumband are taken from grades 7 and 8 through selection. The implementation of drumband extracurricular activities every Saturday and Sunday morning. Before starting, condition the drumband members to get together. Then divide several groups according to musical instruments. The coach gave an example first, after that it was followed by students. After the practice is over, pray together and give motivation from the coach. The impact of drumband extracurricular activities on the development of students' talents and interests is that students can develop their talents and interests outside the classroom. Discipline to time and establish good cooperation between members. Students are more enthusiastic about learning about drumband musical instruments.

This research aims to analyze the GERLI (Literacy Movement) Program which uses the storytelling method at SDN 1 Demulih to increase students' interest in reading. This research aims to assess the effect of a fairy tale-based literacy approach on improving students' reading abilities. The approach used is a qualitative descriptive method, with data collection through observation, interviews and documentation. The research results showed that before the program was implemented, students' interest in reading was low. However, after the program was implemented, there was a significant increase in students' participation and understanding of reading material, especially in terms of listening, composing stories, and discussions. As many as 85% of students were actively involved, showing higher enthusiasm for literacy activities. This program is considered effective in improving students' literacy skills, with recommendations that literacy activities be held regularly with a variety of more interesting stories, as well as involving parents to support a good reading environment at home.

This research aims to analyze the GERLI (Literacy Movement) Program which uses the storytelling method at SDN 1 Demulih to increase students' interest in reading. This research aims to assess the effect of a fairy tale-based literacy approach on improving students' reading abilities. The approach used is a qualitative descriptive method, with data collection through observation, interviews and documentation. The research results showed that before the program was implemented, students' interest in reading was low. However, after the program was implemented, there was a significant increase in students' participation and understanding of reading material, especially in terms of listening, composing stories, and discussions. As many as 85% of students were actively involved, showing higher enthusiasm for literacy activities. This program is considered effective in improving students' literacy skills, with recommendations that literacy activities be held regularly with a variety of more interesting stories, as well as involving parents to support a good reading environment at home.

This study aims to analyse the arrangement of the library to increase reading interest in State School 1 Demulih. The arrangement of the library in SD N 1 Demulih has not been fully implemented based on the flow of the library layout to facilitate and process the work done by the library staff, the library layout can attract students' interest in reading. This study uses a descriptive research method with a qualitative method. The data collection techniques used in this study are observation sheets and interview list sheets conducted at SD N 1 Demulih. The results of this study is the Library at SD N 1 Demulih have carried out several strategies for physical and non-physical arrangement of the library. The physical arrangement strategy that has been carried out is the location of the Library that is accessible to students, bright lighting and available air ventilation as well as providing facilities and infrastructure such as chairs and tables in good condition that can be used by students when reading the library collection. Providing these strategies is very important for readers so that students who read in the library feel comfortable and make them feel at home so that the students want to come back again to read.

This study aims to analyse the arrangement of the library to increase reading interest in State School 1 Demulih. The arrangement of the library in SD N 1 Demulih has not been fully implemented based on the flow of the library layout to facilitate and process the work done by the library staff, the library layout can attract students' interest in reading. This study uses a descriptive research method with a qualitative method. The data collection techniques used in this study are observation sheets and interview list sheets conducted at SD N 1 Demulih. The results of this study is the Library at SD N 1 Demulih have carried out several strategies for physical and non-physical arrangement of the library. The physical arrangement strategy that has been carried out is the location of the Library that is accessible to students, bright lighting and available air ventilation as well as providing facilities and infrastructure such as chairs and tables in good condition that can be used by students when reading the library collection. Providing these strategies is very important for readers so that students who read in the library feel comfortable and make them feel at home so that the students want to come back again to read.