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This study examines the influence of Islamic education policy on the development of students' religious character at MAS Laboratory IAIN SU Medan. The background of this study lies in the importance of Islamic educational institutions in shaping not only students' intellectual capacity but also their spiritual and moral identity. The study also examines how educational policies relate to curriculum, learning processes, institutional culture, and teacher roles contr To get data from teachers, students, and school administrators, a qualitative descriptive approach was used, which included observations, interviews, and documentation. The results show that students' development of religious character is significantly impacted by the adoption of Islamic education policies. Key elements that support students' faith, self-discipline, and moral principles include teacher modeling, consistent religious practices in school activities, and integrated learning between religious and general courses. Nevertheless, issues like uneven policy implementation and low teacher proficiency continue to impede the best possible results. According to the study, maintaining and enhancing kids' religious character formation in Islamic educational contexts requires professional teacher development, continuous policy execution, and close community, parent, and school involvement.

Advancements in modern information technology continuously require companies to present complex data more effectively, especially within the scope of sales management and business decision-making. Dashboards are essential, interactive tools that enable professionals and managers to make strategic decisions quickly, confidently, and based on accurate data visualization. This study focuses on designing an intuitive and user-centered Sales Monitoring Dashboard UI/UX for One Direction at PT. XYZ by applying the five iterative stages of the Design Thinking method, namely empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test. Key user needs identified include real-time performance summaries, streamlined navigation flow, informative visual hierarchy, and visuals that remain consistent with corporate identity and brand values. The System Usability Scale (SUS) test involving 19 respondents resulted in an excellent average score of 80.92. These findings demonstrate that the Design Thinking approach effectively produces a user-friendly, consistent, and data-driven dashboard interface that supports timely, accurate, and informed business decisions.

This study aims to identify the implementation of soft skills and hard skills, explore strategies for developing hard skills, and analyze entrepreneurial independence among vocational students. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through interviews and observations, then analyzed descriptively through data reduction, presentation, and verification. The results show that soft skills are internalized through workplace culture programs emphasizing ethics, communication, and adaptability, supported by mentoring and reflection activities. Hard skills are applied in alignment with industry needs through curriculum synchronization, hands-on practice, and skill-based projects, ensuring professional competence. Development of hard skills is strengthened through internships, external training, and peer teaching, with success assessed from product quality, innovation, and relevance to market demand. Entrepreneurial independence is fostered through motivation, alumni inspiration, and the Teaching Factory program that integrates learning with real business experiences. Internships also help students interact directly with customers and handle business challenges, while sustainability is maintained through product management and freelance opportunities. Overall, the implementation of internship-based learning effectively enhances vocational students’ technical and non-technical competencies, enabling them to adapt, innovate, and compete in the dynamic job market.

This study aims to analyze the application of criminal procedural law in resolving narcotics crime cases at the Binjai District Court, focusing on compliance with the due process of law principle and the protection of the defendant’s rights. The research employs an empirical juridical approach through direct observation (field research) of case Number 200/Pid.Sus/2025/PN Bnj involving the defendant Novri Syahputra, who was charged as an intermediary in the sale and purchase of Class I narcotics (methamphetamine) weighing 40.81 grams net. Data were collected through direct observation of the trial proceedings and examination of relevant legal documents, including the Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP) and Law No. 35 of 2009 on Narcotics. The findings indicate that the implementation of procedural law at the Binjai District Court was consistent with the provisions of KUHAP, covering all stages from the reading of the indictment, witness examination, evidence presentation, to the final judgment. The panel of judges demonstrated professionalism and independence while considering both aggravating and mitigating factors. However, rehabilitative and humanistic approaches have not been fully incorporated into the court’s consideration, as the sentencing remains predominantly deterrent-oriented. The study concludes that, while the formal procedural aspects of criminal procedural law have been effectively implemented, there remains a substantive need to strengthen restorative and rehabilitative justice values in future narcotics case policies.

This study analyzes the inclusive education policy in Surabaya and its impact on the performance of elementary school educators. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through observation, interviews, and questionnaires, then analyzed using source triangulation. The findings reveal that educators show strong commitment and apply various learning strategies to accommodate students with special needs. However, significant challenges persist, including limited facilities, a shortage of qualified personnel, and insufficient specialized training. In addition, factors such as high workload and social stigma hinder the effective implementation of inclusive education. Despite these obstacles, the policy demonstrates promising potential through systemic support, collaboration with parents, and the contribution of special assistant teachers. To achieve greater effectiveness, improvements in school infrastructure, continuous professional development, and more inclusive educational environments are essential. Strengthening stakeholder cooperation between schools, local governments, and communities will further enhance the sustainability and success of inclusive education in Surabaya.

This study aims to identify the inhibiting and supporting factors in the implementation of academic supervision by school principals using a SWOT analysis approach based on a literature review. Through a systematic literature review of various research sources related to academic supervision and communication in educational management, it was found that strengths such as principal competence, structured supervision with effective communication between principals and teachers, and facility support are the main assets for successful supervision. Meanwhile, weaknesses such as time constraints, limited resources, and a lack of innovation in supervision and communication approaches remain challenges. Opportunities arise from supportive education policies, technological advances that can strengthen internal communication, and the role of active learning communities in sharing information and collaboration. However, threats such as dynamic policy changes and resistance to change require adaptive supervision strategies, open communication, and collaboration in order to optimize academic supervision. The results of this study provide an overview of strategies for school principals and policy makers to optimize academic supervision through effective communication approaches in order to improve teacher professionalism and the quality of learning in schools.

This community service activity stems from a core challenge faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Semarang City: the difficulty in consistently producing high-quality promotional visual content, primarily due to budget constraints and the lack of professional design skills. This condition severely hampers their competitiveness in the digital marketplace. The main goal of this activity was to enhance the technical capability of MSME participants in using Gemini AI as a multimodal model to generate professional, ready-to-use visual assets, thereby achieving significant cost and time production efficiency. The solution offered was a hands-on training focusing on Prompt Engineering defined as the art of formulating detailed commands to control the AI's output. The activity was conducted through an intensive workshop and case study mentorship for 25 MSME actors. The evaluation results demonstrated a highly significant increase in competence. The participants' average cognitive score drastically rose from 48.5% on the pre-test to 87.9% on the post-test, proving the successful mastery of Prompt Engineering. Applied results showed that participants were able to produce product visual assets with an average quality of 87.5%. Participant satisfaction reached 95.0%, especially concerning the indicators of cost and time efficiency. This activity successfully democratized design, empowering MSMEs to be self-sufficient in content production, and tangibly strengthening their brand identity and competitiveness across digital platforms.

Graphic design training is an important strategy to enhance student learning competencies, particularly for students participating in the Internship Program (PKL) at Rideatama. This study aims to provide foundational understanding and advanced skills in using the Canva application as an effective learning medium. The training was attended by PKL students from SMKN 1 Kopang with an interactive learning method and hands-on practice. The evaluation results showed significant improvement in creativity, the ability to utilize design features, and students' confidence in developing independent works. The majority of participants stated that the training material was relevant to their needs, and the instructor's delivery was easy to understand, as reflected in the average evaluation score of 86.67%. Although there were some suggestions regarding the training duration being too short, overall, the activity successfully enhanced student learning competencies. This training is expected to serve as a competency development model that is beneficial for both the education and professional sectors, providing skills that can be directly applied in the field of graphic design.

This study explores the use of Leech's politeness maxims and the cost-benefit principle in LinkedIn comments about job postings, aiming to understand how job seekers maintain politeness when pursuing job opportunities in a professional digital environment. The research objects used were comments in 5 job postings. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, the comments on the LinkedIn platform were analysis and classified based on the 6 maxims proposed by Leech: Tact Maxim, Generosity maxim, Approbation Maxim, Modesty Maxim, Agreement Maxim and Sympathy Maxim. The findings showed that out of a total of 31 data found, the Tact Maxim (32%) was the most common, followed by Approbation Maxim (16%), Generosity maxim (13%), Modesty Maxim (13%), Agreement Maxim (3,2%) and Sympathy Maxim (3,2%). Further cost-benefit analysis revealed that most of the comments showed a lack of politeness, focusing only on personal benefits without providing benefits to the interlocutor.

The digital transformation era requires university students to develop digital literacy competencies that not only support academic activities but also serve as essential capital for entering the workforce and pursuing entrepreneurship. One relevant professional platform to enhance career readiness is LinkedIn, which serves as a medium for both personal branding and professional networking. This community service aimed to improve students’ digital literacy and career readiness through mentoring sessions on LinkedIn account optimization. The program involved the students from the English Education (TBI) and Physics Education (TFS) study programs at the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, UIN Palangka Raya, comprising prospective teachers and professionals across various disciplines. The implementation was carried out through tutorials and direct mentoring in two sessions, covering account creation, developing professional headlines and summaries, adding skills and experiences, and uploading simple portfolios. The results indicated that all participants successfully created or improved their LinkedIn profiles, actively engaged in the activities, and demonstrated a greater awareness of the importance of a professional digital identity, which can be seen from the students’ participation, the quality of the profiles produced, and their commitment to continuously developing their LinkedIn accounts. The program highlights LinkedIn’s strategic role in strengthening digital literacy and career readiness among university students in the global era.

This research aims to enhance students' English technical competence by implementing Problem-Based Learning (PBL) for the English for Mechanical Engineering course at Politeknik Negeri Fakfak. However, the setting of this research is rooted in students' difficulties in understanding technical terms and applying English in engineering work environments. Implementing a participatory action research model with descriptive qualitative approaches, the research was conducted among 50 students of two classes. Data were collected through questionnaires, observations, and interviews. The findings showed that 88% of students perceived the learning material as highly relevant, 84% reported improved mastery over technical vocabulary, and 90% reported greater collaboration and problem-solving skills. Furthermore, the intervention fostered active learning behaviors, peer leadership, and a positive shift towards more favorable attitudes among students towards English as a professional tool. These findings confirm that PBL is a valuable approach to English language learning contextualization in the vocational education context, enhancing the development of both language and soft skills. The research proposes wider implementation of PBL across technical curricula to improve educational outcomes in correspondence with industry requirements.

A ruling is a decision delivered by a judge in a trial, aimed at resolving a dispute or legal matter between the parties involved. There are various types of rulings, such as Declarative Rulings, Constitutive Rulings, Condemnatory Rulings, Contradictory Rulings, and Default Rulings. Each ruling has two kinds of authority: binding authority and executive authority, which refers to the power to enforce the ruling. Judges play a central role and have a significant responsibility in upholding the law and justice. Therefore, judges' professionalism must continually be improved to ensure that rulings are fair and in accordance with applicable regulations. Not only judges, but all members and staff of the Religious Courts are also required to enhance their professionalism in performing their duties. This is particularly important considering the expanded jurisdiction of Religious Courts in handling cases in the field of Islamic economics, which is still relatively new. As a result, the application of the concept of judicial rulings in Indonesia’s Religious Courts must continue to evolve to meet the public's expectations for justice based on the law.

Female puppeteers often face various obstacles in their personal and professional development due to the limitations imposed by social constructs, which dictate that female puppeteers must resemble their male counterparts in terms of style, technique, and character. In this context, gender becomes a barrier that hinders women from fully expressing their identity and creativity freely within the world of wayang (traditional Javanese puppetry). As a result, few women dare to develop their personal perspectives and thoughts into artistic works. In fact, women possess great opportunities and significant potential to create and cultivate wayang literature in innovative and meaningful ways. Amidst these challenges and prevailing stereotypes, Nyi Lucia Siti Aminah Subanto remains consistently active in her creative pursuits, particularly in the development of wayang wahyu (a type of Christian-themed wayang). Her distinctive style and artistic approach greatly contribute to her presence in the world of puppetry and radio media. This study examines gender roles, the characteristics of her pakeliran (performance), and her contributions to the Wayang Wahyu community “Ngajab Rahayu,” using theories by Kamla Bhasin, Sunuh, Robbins, and Gibson.

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play a very important and strategic role in supporting the overall economic structure, with a contribution of 61.97% to the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). However, MSMEs, especially in rural areas, still face fundamental challenges, such as a lack of understanding and implementation of modern marketing and digital technologies. This service focuses on strategic efforts to empower Rengginang Ibu Saliem MSMEs in Dolok Kahean Village through a digital transformation program. The method used is descriptive qualitative Action Research, designed for direct program implementation and evaluation. The results of the pre-intervention showed that there was a severe digital gap in Rengginang products, although they had a tested taste, but still relied on traditional marketing models. Strategic intervention is carried out through two main pillars, namely, branding optimization by creating the trademark "Rengginang Huta" and a professional logo. Then the implementation of digital marketing through the construction of a virtual storefront on @rengginanghuta_ibusaliem's Instagram account. This program has succeeded in transforming these MSMEs into entities that are ready to compete in the digital ecosystem, in line with the statement that digitalization is the main imperative for MSMEs to survive. However, the evaluation stage identifies the issue of sustainability and digital independence as the next challenge. Long-term success requires more intensive post-program mentoring, focusing on digital operational management, to ensure independence and achieve real impact on improvement in Dolok Kahean Village.

This study aims to analyze the influence of work discipline and organizational culture on employee job satisfaction at Hotel Sangga Buana. Job satisfaction is a crucial factor in improving performance, productivity, and employee loyalty in the hospitality industry, which demands professionalism and excellent service. The research employed a quantitative approach using a survey method. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 30 employees from operational and administrative departments. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression with the assistance of SPSS version 25. The results reveal that both work discipline and organizational culture have a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction, both partially and simultaneously. Work discipline was found to be the most dominant variable influencing job satisfaction, as high discipline fosters order and accountability in the workplace. Meanwhile, a positive organizational culture contributes to a harmonious work environment and enhances employee motivation. These findings emphasize the importance of implementing strong discipline and cultivating a supportive organizational culture to improve job satisfaction and overall employee performance in the hospitality sector.

Optimizing Branding and Digital Marketing as an urgent solution for local MSMEs, particularly Rengginang producer Ibu Saliem in Dolok Kahean Village. This MSME was previously limited to traditional marketing, which hampered market expansion and competitiveness. This community service aims to transform this local business to be competitive in the digital era. The method used is descriptive qualitative with stages of observation, socialization, and program implementation. The main intervention includes the creation of the Rengginang Huta brand identity with a professional logo design. This new logo combines elements of the business's heritage since 1989 and integrated contact information, which strategically increases the selling value and credibility of the product. The second pillar is the implementation of Digital Marketing through the creation of the Instagram account @rengginanghuta_ibusaliem. This account serves as a virtual storefront to overcome geographical limitations and increase reach to a wider consumer base. Intensive training was also provided on content strategies that focus on credibility, sales (Call to Action), and interaction. The results of this community service confirm that the integration of strong and authentic branding with digital marketing strategies is a key catalyst for MSMEs to transform and increase sales turnover. The next challenge lies in the sustainability of content strategies and independent account management by MSMEs to achieve optimal economic potential for Dolok Kahean Village.

This study investigates the implementation strategy of work discipline as a means to improve the productivity of daily contract employees in the Traffic Division of the Semarang City Transportation Agency. Work discipline is a critical component of human resource management that influences performance effectiveness and organizational efficiency. The research applies a qualitative descriptive approach using interviews, observation, and document analysis to examine discipline practices, attendance data, and managerial supervision. The results show that effective disciplinary implementation—through structured supervision, reward and punishment systems, continuous coaching, and welfare enhancement—significantly improves employee productivity. Leadership quality, motivation, and consistent policy enforcement emerge as primary determinants of disciplined behavior. The study concludes that establishing a fair and transparent disciplinary system can foster accountability, punctuality, and professional service delivery among public employees.

This community service activity aims to empower the Galansia Business Group in Sait Buttu Saribu Village, Pematang Sidamanik District, Simalungun Regency, which is engaged in the processing of agricultural products and household products. The main problems faced by the partners include limited production capacity, inconsistent product quality, simple business management, and traditional marketing methods. To overcome these problems, the community service team applied a participatory approach by providing appropriate technology, business management assistance, and digital marketing training. The results of the activities showed a significant increase in production capacity, time efficiency, and product quality consistency thanks to the use of onion slicing machines and liquid soap mixing machines. In terms of marketing, the partners successfully utilized social media as a means of promotion and distribution, and improved product packaging to make it more attractive and professional. In terms of management, the partners were able to implement simple digital-based financial records and were facilitated in handling business legality. The impact achieved was an increase in members' income of more than 50% and the growth of entrepreneurial spirit among the village's elderly. This program has proven to be effective in supporting business independence and can be used as a model for community-based MSME empowerment in the digital era.

Zakat is one of the pillars of Islam and plays a strategic role in creating spiritual and socio-economic balance among the people. As an instrument of Islamic economics, zakat serves to distribute wealth fairly, reduce social inequality, and empower the poor to achieve independence. This study aims to analyze the concept of zakat in Islam, its social and economic functions, and its implementation in the context of development in Indonesia. The research method used is qualitative descriptive with a literature study approach that examines primary sources such as the Quran and Hadith, as well as secondary literature from journals, BAZNAS reports, and previous research. Therefore, optimizing zakat requires a comprehensive strategy through digitizing the collection system, an empowerment-based productive approach, integrating national mustahik data, and synergy between the government, zakat institutions, and the private sector. With professional and empowerment-oriented management, zakat has the potential to become a crucial pillar in realizing sustainable socio-economic development and a just and prosperous society.

Good Corporate Governance (GCG) is a form of decision by placing the company to be more organized and structured, according on the principles of transparency, independence, responsibility, accountability, also fairness. This study goal to determine the effect of professionalism, internal control systems, also internal audits on the implementation of GCG. This study uses a quantitative research type. The population comprised of 156 individuals is the personnel of the Administration & Commercial Division, Engineering Division, and Operational Division at PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia, Supadio Airport Branch, which are involved in the implementation of GCG. Utilizing the Slovin formula and data collection techniques, the sampling technique is purposive and non-probability, with a total of 115 respondents receiving questionnaires. Validity, reliability, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression analysis, t-test, also coefficient of determination were used in this study to facilitate data processing, assisted by IBM SPSS version 25. The study findings indicate that professionalism, internal control systems, also internal audits on the implementation of GCG. Partially, the professionalism has a significant positive impact on the implementation of GCG, can be seen from the sig value 0.007 < 0.05, the internal control system has a significant positive impact on the implementation of GCG, can be seen from the sig value 0.000 < 0.05, and internal audit has a significant positive impact on the implementation of GCG, can be seen from the sig value 0.000 < 0.05.