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SMA Dr. Soetomo Surabaya is one of the private high schools in Surabaya that has a vision to create a school with a religious, nationalistic, independent, high-achieving and global perspective. SMA Dr. Soetomo Surabaya has around 50 teachers and education personnel and 654 active students in the odd semester of 2024/2025. To improve the quality of teachers and the learning process at school, SMA Dr. Soetomo sent 33 teachers to learn about creating learning media using the Canva application. This application is a platform for creativity in managing learning content in various forms, such as power points. There are many templates from power points that have been provided in the Canva application that can be selected by teachers to support the creation of learning media. Teachers can innovate in arranging power point components, inserting supporting components such as images/audio/video/ animation to attract students' attention. The results of participant feedback at the end of the training showed that 97,8% Teachers can understand the material given and trainers can provide innovative learning media solutions according to the current needs of students.

The era of Society 5.0 presents both challenges and opportunities for the education sector to integrate technology with humanistic values. Technology-based humanistic education focuses on developing students' character, emphasizing ethics, creativity, and adaptability, while also making wise use of technology. In this context, school principals play a strategic role as leaders who guide the transformation of education to align with the demands of the times. This study aims to analyze the leadership strategies of school principals in building technology-based humanistic education using a qualitative approach with a literature review method. Data was gathered from various sources, such as journals, books, and relevant documents. The findings reveal that the leadership strategies of school principals include empowering teachers in technology literacy, strengthening the humanistic culture in schools, and utilizing technology as a tool to support an inclusive learning process. This research provides strategic recommendations for school principals to optimize their roles in building an innovative, humanistic, and relevant education system in the Society 5.0 era.

This study investigates the impact of Canva, a digital literacy tool, on enhancing student engagement and academic performance through the lens of Self-Determination Theory by Johnmarshall Reeve (2012). Using qualitative methods, data were collected from student responses via questionnaires. The findings reveal that Canva positively influences the four dimensions of engagement: behavioral, emotional, cognitive, and agentic. Behavioral engagement is supported through its intuitive tools that promote focus and persistence. Emotional engagement is enhanced by evoking positive emotions and reducing stress. Cognitive engagement is fostered by encouraging critical thinking and creativity, while agentic engagement empowers students to take ownership of their learning processes. Despite challenges such as limited free features, students effectively utilized Canva’s resources to overcome these barriers. The study concludes that Canva offers a transformative approach to education, promoting 21st-century skills and bridging traditional learning with digital literacy. Future improvements could expand free templates, collaborative features, and educational resources, further amplifying its benefits in academic settings.

This study explores the perspectives of literature students on utilizing ChatGPT, an AI-powered tool, in creative writing. Focusing on 30 English literature students from Universitas Negeri Medan, the research examines the effectiveness of ChatGPT in fostering creativity, its perceived benefits and challenges, and its role in the writing process. Data were collected via questionnaires and analyzed thematically. The findings reveal that ChatGPT significantly enhances creativity, with students rating it highly for its ability to inspire ideas and improve the writing process. The tool was praised for accelerating the writing process and improving writing confidence. However, challenges such as the need for revisions and limitations in contextual understanding were also noted. Despite these drawbacks, the overall sentiment remained positive, with many participants feeling that the benefits of using ChatGPT outweighed its limitations. This study underscores ChatGPT’s potential as a valuable tool in literary education, supporting students' creative autonomy and enriching their writing experiences. This is evidenced by data highlighting the effectiveness of ChatGPT in speeding up the writing process (60%), increasing creativity (46.67%), and increasing confidence in writing (40%), despite challenges such as unmet expectations (46.67%) and requires a lot for revision (33.33%).    

This study aims to analyze teachers' creativity in enhancing the development of students' IPAS learning skills at SDN 106163 Bandar Klippa through a qualitative descriptive interview method. Creative and innovative learning is a process that involves creativity and innovation. By engaging sixth-grade students from various backgrounds, this study focuses on how teachers foster students' creativity through creative learning methods. The learning process must be engaging and enjoyable so that students do not become bored. Many creative learning methods can be applied, such as cooperative learning, project-based learning, experiential learning, and problem-based learning. By using creative methods in learning, the learning environment becomes more enjoyable. Interview results show that students can enhance their creativity by creating works or media. However, they also experience difficulties in applying the concepts of media and their works, highlighting a lack of alignment between classroom learning and everyday experiences.

Collaborative learning is an effective approach in enhancing student learning outcomes, particularly in developing cognitive, social, and emotional skills. Through interactions among students within groups, this learning model allows them to share knowledge, discuss, and solve problems together, leading to a deeper understanding of the material. Furthermore, collaborative learning fosters critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills, which are essential for addressing the challenges of the 21st century. Despite its numerous benefits, the implementation of collaborative learning faces several challenges, such as unequal participation among group members and the need for effective group dynamics management. Therefore, the role of the teacher is crucial in managing the collaboration process to ensure optimal contribution from each student. Overall, collaborative learning has a positive impact on improving student learning outcomes and supports the development of skills relevant to future life.

The 21st century presents significant challenges in education, including the need for critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaboration (4C) skills. This article explores the importance of 4C skills development in Social Science learning to prepare students for the era of globalization and the industrial revolution 4.0. Through a systematic literature review of national and international scientific articles, this research identifies the relevance of 4C skills in improving analytical ability, team collaboration, innovation, and interpersonal communication. The results show that the integration of 4C skills in social studies learning can foster social intelligence, empathy and multicultural awareness. With a holistic approach, social studies education can be an effective tool in preparing students to compete globally amid the complexity of the modern world.  

This research explores the use of Virtual Reality (VR) storytelling in language learning, focusing on its impact on speaking fluency, narrative skills, and student engagement. As traditional language teaching methods often face challenges such as limited speaking practice and learner anxiety, VR offers a promising alternative by creating immersive, interactive environments that encourage active participation. The objective of the study was to investigate the effectiveness of VR storytelling in enhancing these language skills, particularly in second language learners. The study utilized an action research methodology, involving language learners who participated in VR-based storytelling interventions. Pre- and post-assessments, along with surveys and student feedback, were used to evaluate speaking fluency, narrative construction, and overall engagement. The findings indicated significant improvements in all three areas, with students reporting increased confidence, reduced anxiety, and enhanced motivation to engage with the language. The use of VR not only improved grammatical and lexical aspects of speaking but also fostered creativity and coherence in storytelling. These results support the potential of VR to transform traditional language education by providing an engaging, low-pressure environment for learners. The study concludes by recommending the integration of VR in language classrooms to enhance language acquisition and suggests further exploration into long-term effects and content diversity.

This study aims to analyze the role of teachers in developing students' creativity in poetry lessons in the Deep Learning curriculum. The curriculum emphasizes deep understanding and learning that focuses on the student experience. In this context, teachers play an important role as facilitators who not only teach poetry writing techniques, but also provide space for students to express their creative ideas. This study uses a qualitative approach by collecting data through observation, interviews, and documentation studies. The results of the study show that the role of teachers is very vital in creating a learning environment that supports students' creativity, both in providing inspiration, guidance, and creative freedom. In addition, teachers must also be able to recognize students' potential and encourage them to think critically and innovatively in creating poetry works.

This study explores the impact of AI-generated writing prompts on students' creativity, autonomy, and writing skills in online language learning environments. Writer's block is a common issue in online education, affecting students’ ability to produce coherent and engaging written work. AI-generated prompts, such as those provided by GPT-4, are proposed as a tool to stimulate creativity and support autonomous learning. The study employs a quasi-experimental design involving [insert number] students, using pre- and post-test writing samples, surveys, and classroom observations to measure improvements in creativity, participation, and writing quality. The main findings show that students who used AI-generated prompts demonstrated significant improvements in writing quality, creativity, and engagement compared to those using traditional writing methods. The study concludes that AI prompts offer an effective method for enhancing students’ writing skills and fostering creativity in online language learning, but a balanced integration with traditional teaching methods is essential. Recommendations for educators include incorporating AI tools into writing instruction to promote creativity and support student autonomy. Future research should focus on the long-term effects of AI prompts and their application in diverse educational contexts.

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 formulation of the problem in the research is How is the implementation of learning the traditional Sedulang Setudung dance using audio visual media for students at SMP N 35 Palembang? The aim of this research is to find out how the traditional Sedulang Setudung dance lesson is implemented using audio-visual media for students at SMPN 35 Palembang. The method used in this research is a qualitative method. Data collection techniques in this research used observation, interviews and documentation. The data analysis techniques used in this research are 1. Data reduction, 2. Data presentation, 3. Drawing conclusions. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that: 1) At the planning stage the teacher plans learning based on the competencies that must be achieved in the form of a learning implementation plan. The learning planning steps at the meeting include preliminary activities, core activities and closing activities; 2) At the implementation stage, the teacher carries out traditional dance lessons in Sedulang Setudung groups in learning activities using direct learning strategies, and a learning approach that is centered on students as learning subjects. In the learning process and delivery of material the teacher uses audio visual media to facilitate students' understanding. The learning methods used in the strategy are demonstration methods and drill methods; 3) At the evaluation stage, the teacher conducts an evaluation in the form of a practical test which is carried out at the end of each learning activity. Based on the results of the study, it shows that students follow the traditional dance learning of Sedulang Setudung well. , and obtained excellent results of the final practical exam evaluation.

This study discusses the application of the cooperative learning model in improving students' ability to learn drama at Istiqlal Delitua Private High School. In this case, the cooperative learning model is one of the learning models used in drama learning because this model can encourage collaboration, improve social skills, and develop student creativity. This study also uses a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study show that the application of the cooperative learning model significantly improves student engagement, drama script writing skills, and character acting skills. This model is also effective in creating an interactive and fun learning atmosphere, increasing student motivation, and building confidence in drama performances. This study also emphasizes the importance of teacher support and a conducive environment in implementing a cooperative learning model for drama learning.

Abstract: Real Work Lecture (KKN) activities in Penari Village, Pasuruan, East Java, were carried out by students at Bhayangkara University, Jakarta Raya as a form of service to the community. This program lasts for one month with the aim of increasing public awareness of various aspects, such as education, health, environment and socio-culture. Various activities were carried out, including Takbiran Bersama and Coloring Competitions for children, which aimed to strengthen religious values, strengthen social relationships, and develop creativity and fine motor skills in children. The approach used in implementing this KKN is a participatory method, where students collaborate with the community to design and implement programs that suit local needs. Takbiran Bersama activities help strengthen togetherness and religious traditions, while coloring competitions provide fun education for children and support their psychological and social development. The results of this KKN activity show a positive impact, both in terms of increasing community participation in social activities and strengthening relationships between universities and village communities. The programs implemented are also able to contribute to increasing environmental awareness and community life skills. Overall, this KKN succeeded in achieving its main objective, namely helping to develop village communities and providing students with practical experience in applying their knowledge in the field.

This research aims to design syntax in literature learning using the Project Based Learning (PjBL) model at UPT SMP Negeri 17 Medan. This research focuses on the effectiveness of applying PjBL syntax in improving students' literary understanding, critical thinking skills and creativity. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. Research findings reveal that the application of the PjBL model in literature learning has a positive impact on student engagement and in-depth understanding of literary material. Project-based evaluations also help students develop collaboration and communication skills. Systematic implementation of PjBL syntax provides a clear and effective learning structure, thereby improving the overall quality of learning.

This study aims to analyze the effect of integrating the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) approach in science education on students' creativity and problem-solving abilities at SMPN 1 Cigombong. The STEM approach was implemented to provide an integrated learning experience, allowing students to connect science concepts with technology, engineering, and mathematics. The research method used is classroom action research (CAR), conducted in two cycles, with observation, tests, and interviews as instruments for data collection. The results showed that the implementation of the STEM approach improved students' creativity and problem-solving skills, as well as facilitated students in applying science concepts in daily life. Furthermore, students also demonstrated an increase in collaboration and communication skills. These findings contribute to the development of more relevant learning methods that meet the demands of 21st-century education in secondary schools.

This article examines the importance of building a good organizational culture within school internal administration framework. It aims to investigate efficient methods for building and maintaining an organizational culture that supports student and educator growth. Through an in-depth literature review, several key elements are identified, including visionary leadership, shared vision-mission formulation, and staff empowerment. The article emphasizes the importance of creating a cooperative work environment to foster innovation and creativity. Key aspects examined include learning-supportive physical space design, positive psychological atmosphere creation, reward systems, and conflict management strategies. The research also discusses main obstacles such as resistance to change and generational differences, while presenting practical solutions to address them. In conclusion, building a good organizational culture is an ongoing effort requiring dedication from all parties involved. This research provides important perspectives for education practitioners and policymakers in improving overall educational standards.

Indonesia has an important pottery cultural heritage to preserve. This study aims to integrate culture-based education into the Merdeka Curriculum through P5, focusing on pottery making. The objectives of this study are to improve students' creativity, mutual cooperation, and social skills, as well as to strengthen the relationship between schools and communities in preserving local cultural traditions. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method to describe the implementation of P5 activities through pottery making in improving creativity and mutual cooperation at SMP Negeri 6 Kota Serang. Data were obtained through observation, interviews, and documentation from 1119 students and teachers. The results of the study will provide an in-depth picture of the impact of these activities on students at the school. Pottery making activities at SMP Negeri 6 Kota Serang develop students' creativity, motor skills, and mutual cooperation. By drawing designs, shaping, and painting pottery, they learn to think creatively, solve problems, and work together in groups. This activity supports the formation of Pancasila characters, such as togetherness, responsibility, and personal initiative, in accordance with the objectives of the Merdeka curriculum. P5 activities at SMP Negeri 6 Kota Serang have succeeded in achieving the goals of the independent curriculum, creating a Pancasila Student Profile that is creative, cooperative, and has good character. Students develop creativity and collaboration skills through challenging projects. This study emphasizes the importance of an art project-based approach to building the character of Pancasila students in the era of character education.

This research aims to identify strategies for implementing Pancasila Student Profile activities to support the development of student creativity at SMAN 2 Pandeglang. The method in this research is a qualitative method using a descriptive approach. This data was collected through literature study, which includes searching various written sources such as journals, books and articles as scientific references to build a strong theoretical basis. Apart from that, direct observations were also carried out in the school environment to understand the situation and interactions related to the implementation of the project to strengthen the Pancasila Student Profile (P5). The research results show that effective P5 implementation strategies in encouraging student creativity include three main stages: planning, implementation, and evaluation. The planning stage involves forming a facilitator team, determining themes, and preparing teaching tools. At the implementation stage, activities begin with the introduction of P5 and optimizing the implementation process. Meanwhile, the evaluation stage was carried out to assess the effectiveness of P5 activities involving teachers and students.

This research aims to explore the implementation of Market-Day as a learning medium to improve basic economic understanding for sixth grade elementary school students. Through this activity, students gain practical experience regarding economic concepts such as demand, supply, transactions and financial management. This approach also encourages the development of social skills, creativity and an entrepreneurial spirit, which are relevant to the needs of the era of globalization. Market-Day provides real simulations that integrate economic theory into daily practice, thereby helping students better understand and apply economic values in their lives. This research uses a literature study approach by referring to relevant scientific sources, such as books, journals and research reports. The study results show that Market-Day is not only effective in increasing understanding of economic theory, but also strengthens students' managerial skills and financial awareness. With this experience-based learning, students are taught to be more responsible and innovative, so they are better prepared to face economic challenges in the future. This article concludes that Market-Day is a strategic approach that can be applied in elementary schools to combine economic learning with the development of students' life skills, especially in supporting the Merdeka Curriculum which is oriented towards holistic learning.