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This study aims to determine the ways to develop short story writing skills of vocational high school students, the factors causing the lack of such skills, innovative and effective strategies to be applied, the effectiveness of applying such strategies, and the benefits that students can obtain in developing their short story writing skills. The research method used is qualitative research with data collection techniques through interviews, observations, and literature review. The results show that factors such as lack of motivation, limited vocabulary, and lack of understanding of short story structure can cause the lack of short story writing skills among vocational high school students. Innovative and effective strategies that can be applied include the use of visual and audio media, vocabulary development, and short story writing techniques application. The implementation of these strategies is effective in improving short story writing skills of vocational high school students and can provide benefits in developing critical thinking skills, creativity, as well as improving language and literacy skills of students.

In today’s digital era, many schools face challenges in utilizing social media as an effective means for promotion and enhancing the image of the institution. Despite the enormous potential of social media, many educators and administrative staff are still lacking in skills in optimally managing this platform. Based on these problems, the purpose of this study was to improve the skills and understanding of participants regarding the use of social media as a strategic promotional tool for schools, as well as to encourage the adoption of more effective digital marketing practices. The method used in this study was a participatory approach through an interactive workshop. The workshop involved hands-on training sessions, group discussions, and social media content creation simulations, which were designed to provide practical experience and enhance participants’ understanding directly. Data were collected through observation, pre- and post-workshop questionnaires, and interviews with participants to measure changes in their skills and perceptions. The results showed a significant increase in participants’ technical skills in managing social media, as well as a positive change in their perspectives on the importance of social media as a promotional tool. Most participants reported that they felt more confident and ready to implement more structured and data-driven promotional strategies in their schools. These results indicate that the workshop successfully achieved its objectives and had a positive impact on participants’ ability to utilize social media effectively.

The Internet, as a digital medium, has brought about various conveniences over time. Social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter are commonly utilized for information seeking and sharing. Among the information disseminated on social media is the increasingly prevalent Covid-19 information from 2019 to 2021. Irresponsible individuals spread hoax information, leading audiences to trust such misinformation. Therefore, Communication Science students, who will enter the media realm, require proficient media literacy skills. This research employs descriptive methods to comprehend occurring phenomena, utilizing purposive sampling for informant selection. The study includes 184 respondents from the 2016-2019 student cohorts. Descriptive qualitative analysis, complemented by scale range conversion, is used to transform qualitative data into quantitative format. The research aims to assess Communication Science students' media literacy skills through the Individual Competence Framework, comprising technical skills, critical understanding, and communicative abilities. Findings indicate students' proficient use of computers and the Internet. While they comprehend social media content and functions well, improvements are needed in behavior and regulation. Additionally, enhancing communication and relationship-building skills on social networking sites, as well as community participation and content production through these platforms, is imperative, suggesting the necessity for further development.

The low learning outcomes Indonesian in listening to students' fictional texts are caused by the ineffective learning model used to make students less interested in following learning. The purpose of this study is to improve Indonesian learning outcomes by listening to fictional texts of grade 4 students of SD Negeri Jetis 01 Sukoharjo. This study included a type of classroom action research that was carried out in as many as two cycles. The subjects of this study were 30 grade 4 students. Data collection techniques in this study by providing tests and observations. Technical tests are used to see the learning outcomes of students and observation to see the success of problem-based learning models used in listening skills to fiction texts. Technical data analysts use quantitative and qualilative analysis techniques. The results of the study in cycle 1 showed an average value of 77.76, while in cycle II the average was 85.39. Observation of students' listening skills during the learning process using the problem-based learning model is in a good category so the problem-based learning model is very effective in Indonesian learning, listening material to fictional texts.

In an interaction, language has an important role as a communication medium to increase interaction between individuals for a creative, innovative, adaptive life in understanding the values ​​and norms that exist in society. Language learning is the starting point in mastering a particular language. Speaking skills (maharat al-kalam) are one of the skills that must be achieved in learning Arabic. Speaking is the ability to express articulatory sounds or words to express thoughts in the form of ideas, opinions, desires or feelings to a conversation partner. Use of media Social media in the global era has become a basic need for individuals or groups who do it online to interact with each other without being limited by space and time as a form of technological progress during the Covid-19 pandemic. Social media in the world of education is functionally conditioned as a form of collaboration, friendliness and creativity of its users. Social media supports learning materials to strengthen learning materials at the educational level, including at tertiary institutions.

Education plays an important role in efforts to improve human quality, both social, spiritual and intellectual. Apart from that, education is not only burdened with the task of making the nation's life more intelligent, but it is also burdened with the task of fostering the nation's morals, namely upholding human values, all of which will be realized if it is based on religious beliefs. Meanwhile, religious belief will only be obtained with a deep understanding of the basics of religion itself. Judging from its function, language is a means of communication and liaison in everyday human interactions, both between individuals and individuals, individuals and society and society and certain nations. Likewise in Arabic, which has a special function compared to other languages. Not only does Arabic have high quality literature for those who know and understand it, but Arabic is also destined to be the language of the Koran, namely communicating the words of Allah (Yusuf, 1997: 187). Arabic language teaching has been implemented in formal and non-formal institutions, where the teaching is almost the same as the language as a whole. In fact, Arabic has become a special identity and characteristic of Islamic educational institutions, especially Islamic boarding schools, which differentiates them from other institutions. This is an important reason to research. Likewise with the existence of the Miftahul Ulum Suren Jember Islamic Boarding School whose vision and mission refer to the vision and mission of the Islamic boarding school. The Vision and Mission, among other things, seeks to develop students to become Muslims so that they become Muslims who are ready for life. For operationalization to achieve the output expected by the vision and mission, there needs to be a program realization at the girls' Islamic boarding school that must support it. One of the programs of the women's Islamic boarding school is the development of improving muhadatsah skills. From this program it is hoped that students will be able to speak Arabic actively. Because basically female students are able to perform muhadatsah optimally. The aim to be achieved in this research is to find out and describe the problems of improving muhadatsah skills at the Miftahul Ulum Suren Jember Islamic boarding school both in terms of implementation and evaluation. The research method used in this research is approach, determining research subjects, data collection methods (observation, interviews and data analysis.

Anxiety among adolescents is a growing concern due to its significant impact on their mental and physical well-being. Providing anxiety education in schools can be a crucial step in imparting understanding and stress management strategies to teenagers. This activity aims to conduct an anxiety education program for 10th-grade students at Kalam Kudus II Senior High School, Jakarta. The program is implemented using the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) method, comprising four stages. The planning stage involves identifying objectives, analyzing needs, planning the content, and scheduling the sessions. Subsequently, in the execution stage, 10th-grade students are given education on anxiety and stress management through presentations and group discussions. Demonstrations and practice of stress management techniques are provided to enable students to apply the skills taught. Upon completing the program, an evaluation is conducted to assess students' understanding of the material and their application of stress management techniques in their daily lives. Feedback from students is collected to evaluate the effectiveness of the activity and identify areas for improvement in future sessions. This initiative is expected to benefit 10th-grade students at SMA Kalam Kudus II, Jakarta, in coping with anxiety and stress during their adolescent years. The education program aims to enhance their understanding of anxiety and equip them with valuable skills for stress management. Ultimately, it is hoped that these teenagers will be better prepared to face life's challenges and achieve improved mental well-being  

The percentage of people who are negatively affected financially by the Covid-19 pandemic in Indonesia is very large, so this has an impact on reducing fishermen's household income. Through the service of lecturers who are funded independently, fish preparations, namely fish balls and fish nuggets, will be practiced in an effort to increase the income of households and fishermen groups so that this is a solution and another alternative to increase income and fulfill the nutritional needs of families in Botutonuo Village, Kabila District Bone, Bone Bolango Regency. It is hoped that this can change people's habits to become more productive, namely developing the fish caught by fishermen into products with higher selling value.The aim of implementing this service is a) to increase the income of fishing families and groups and to meet the nutritional needs of fishing families. b). improve skills in processing meatballs and fish nuggets among housewives and young women. This goal can be realized through various solution actions including: (1) mentoring about food and nutrition in general, (2) Counseling about the nutritional composition and benefits of fish, (3) Counseling about various processed fish-based products (4) Training on processing fish into meatballs and fish nuggets and their marketing strategies in an effort to increase the income of the fishing community in Botutonuo Village, Kabila Bone District, Bone Bolango Regency.The method used to achieve this goal is to provide training and assistance to the community by transferring knowledge. This method is to provide knowledge on how to make meatballs and nuggets made from fish, accompanied by methods, techniques and marketing strategies. The target of this training is mothers and young women who are given assistance so that they can have life skills that can increase the income of families and fishing groups as well as provide knowledge about the nutrition found in fish.

This study aims to determine the effect of the Thinking Aloud Pair Problem Solving (TAPPS) method on students' mathematical communication abilities. The type of research used is a Quasi-Experimental type (pseudo-experimental) and uses the True Experimental Design research design with the Posttest-Only Controll form. The research was conducted at SMP Ikhlasiyah Palembang with a population of all students of class VII consisting of 2 classes. The sample were taken from all members of all population so that class VII.1 as the experimental class was given treatment, namely the Thinking Aloud Pair Problem Solving (TAPPS) method and class VII.2 as the control class which was not given treatment, namely the conventional method. Research data was collected through tests. Based on the analysis of the test results, it shows that the students' mathematical communication skills in the experimental class are higher than those in the control class. This means that the class that was treated with the TAPPS method affected students' mathematical communication skills. Statistical calculations obtained from the test results yield tcount = 2.944 and ttable = 2.013, so that tcount > ttable which causes H0 to be rejected and H1 to be accepted. Thus, it can be concluded that there is an influence of the Thinking Aloud Pair Problem Solving (TAPPS) method on the mathematical communication abilities of class VII students of SMP Ikhlasiyah Palembang.    

The implementation of HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skill) based PJOK learning for PJOK teachers in the Karangpucung sub-district needs to be studied to improve the quality of PJOK learning. Therefore, this research aims to find out how to implement HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skill) based on PJOK learning. Through this research activity, it is hoped that it will contribute to fellow PJOK teachers. This research is qualitative research with data instruments using observation, interviews, and documentation. The research was conducted for PJOK teachers in the Karangpucung sub-district. Data were analyzed using data triangulation. Data sources include school principals, fellow teachers, and FGD activities. Based on the research results, it is known that it is necessary to increase understanding regarding HOTS. Apart from that, PJOK teachers have implemented HOTS learning starting from planning, implementation, assessment, and evaluation. The research concludes that the implementation of HOTS-based PJOK learning for PJOK teachers in the Karangpucung sub-district has been implemented. This can be seen when PJOK teachers carry out planning, implementation, assessment, and evaluation of learning and have implemented HOTS

The purpose of this community service activity is to train and guide the skills of West Rengat 1 Vocational School students in an effort to increase competence in the field of drawing with the AutoCAD program because one of the competencies that vocational students must have, especially those majoring in construction and housing engineering, is drawing using the AutoCAD application. The methods used in this training activity include presentation, demonstration, practice and evaluation. The results of the evaluation of this activity were obtained from the assignments given to each student. The instructor checks the images that have been made by all participants including the size and shape of the images. From the initial observation to the final evaluation process, it was found that there was an increase in the knowledge and skills of the students, who initially did not have the ability to draw using AutoCAD, but after the training was given the participants were able to apply the program. The evaluation results showed that as many as 64% of the participants were able to do the drawing assignments that had been given. Keywords: AutoCAD, Competency Improvement, SMK Students.  

The role of management in improving the quality of education in the digital era aims to plan education that is fair, of high quality, effective and responsible, and enhances the positive image of education. The research process aims to provide knowledge about the need for management in educational organizations. Researchers used a descriptive-qualitative method by relying on library research or library research. Data collection was then analyzed using descriptive-analytical techniques, this analysis process involved review and evaluation. Management is a valuable element of an organizational institution that manages a life with the hope that it can run smoothly without obstacles. The urgency of improving the quality of education in the digital era includes the quality of student learning, supporting the government's independent learning program. There are challenges and obstacles to education management, namely the lack of educator skills in dealing with the digital era, security threats such as data hacking. Management, quality, education, digital, and challenges.

Empowerment is an effort to awaken the strength and potential of the community which is based on the local community through a participatory approach and learning together. The purpose of empowerment is the condition to be achieved either from a social change which becomes a more empowered society, has the power as well as the knowledge and ability to be able to better fulfill their life needs. Economic empowerment is said to be important because this empowerment will create increased welfare for the community. The aim of this sweet potato processing innovation is to increase the community's skills in processing sweet potatoes which are a staple food that is usually baked and boiled into a product that has economic value. The counseling activity was carried out using the Cooking Demo method, the community seemed very enthusiastic about following the process of making Tarajju cakes, this can be seen from the many people who asked and wanted to get a complete explanation of the process of processing sweet potatoes into cakes.

Breastfeeding is the process of giving milk to infants or small children with breast milk (ASI) from the mother's breast. Breast milk is a type of food that is sufficient for all elements of a baby's physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs. Breast milk contains nutrients, hormones, immune elements, growth factors, anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory. Anti-infective substances contained in breast milk help protect babies against disease. So the purpose of this activity is to increase knowledge and skills about good and correct breastfeeding techniques for post partum mothers and to motivate mothers to give exclusive breastfeeding. The method used is the provision of accurate and updated information about breastfeeding and activities carried out in Paenre Lompoe Village, Bulukumba Regency. The main target in this community service is post partum mothers, totaling 20 people. The results of the community service carried out illustrate that there is an increase in knowledge and attitudes of post partum mothers regarding good and correct breastfeeding techniques

Community service is non-formal education for physical education teachers in schools, through educational activities, and educational outreach that can support community development. Education for the community is one of the implementations of the tri-dharma of higher education. Community service through the socialization of the Serpassring Volleyball Game at Physical Education Teachers' Kkg Activities in Karangpucung District is an effort to: (1) find out and provide a level of understanding of sports human resource management knowledge for Physical Education teachers in schools in Karangpucung District; (2) Knowing and describing the potential of sports human resources in Karangpucung District schools. This Community Service aims to provide education for physical education teachers in each school about understanding the Serpassring Volleyball Game and identifying talent from an early age in schools to create a generation of high achievers. As a result of this community service, there is an increase in knowledge about skills in preparing training programs and understanding of identifying children's talents in looking for athletes in schools, especially in the field of Serpassring Volleyball.

Many of the MSMEs are only focused on their sales and marketing strategies and then ignore their company's financial reports. Business financial reports are important for every business because they can provide an overview of the company's performance and the current state of the business. The problem of managing funds is a key factor that can lead to the success or even failure of MSMEs. ). Errors in cash management can make MSMEs suddenly no longer have cash for operational needs every day. In this assistance, the author introduces an application that can be applied via a smartphone called Financial Records. The purpose of this mentoring activity is to equip MSMEs with the knowledge and skills to make digital financial reports. In addition, it is hoped that in the long term it will change the behavior and culture of oral in business to become written. The method used is action research in which the author makes observations about which MSMEs need assistance regarding their financial management. In this activity get a positive response from both partners. Authors together with partners share information and practice preparing financial reports together. Through this activity, Cemal – cemil By Dian and Finza Cake & Cookies partners already have the Financial Records application and are proficient in managing it

The creation of scientific papers by teachers has an important role in professional development and improving the quality of education. However, many teachers face various challenges in producing scientific papers, such as lack of time, writing skills, and motivation. This article discusses the importance of motivating teachers to be active in scientific writing, both as a means of self-development and as a contribution to science. Through the right motivation, teachers can be more encouraged to be involved in research and writing, which in turn can increase their competence and have a positive impact for learning at school. Some strategies for motivating teachers include writing training, providing incentives, support from institutions, and establishing a scientific community that supports collaboration. By facilitating and motivating teachers in writing scientific papers, it is hoped that a stronger academic culture will be created among educators, as well as improving the overall quality of education.

Pop-up book is one of the learning media that can be used by teachers in carrying out learning in class. This media is an innovative medium in the world of education so that training is needed for teachers to be able to create and apply it in school subject matter. This service aims to improve the skills and creativity of elementary school teachers in teaching through training in making pop-up books. This media is effective in attracting interest and facilitating students' understanding of subject matter, this service program is expected to facilitate more interactive and interesting learning. This training consists of delivering material related to learning media, pop-up book material, training on making pop-up books and questions and answers. This activity was held on June 6 2023 at Upunyor Christian Elementary School. The result of this activity is that pop-up book training activities can improve the quality of teaching in elementary schools and enrich the learning methods used by teachers.

The application of student data management training aims to provide participants with understanding and skills in using Microsoft Excel for student data management. Management of student data is often needed in data management, such as making student report cards every semester at school. The Microsoft Excel application allows for personal and efficient management, by combining data from separate sources into one excel. During the training, participants will be taught the introductory concept of Microsoft Excel, the steps for preparing data, creating value columns in Excel, and merging data into templates. This training will also discuss the benefits of using Microsoft Excel, including time efficiency and accuracy in managing student data to be processed. Through a combination of theory and practical exercises, participants expected to be able to master the steps in the process of managing student data which will be explained using Microsoft Excel. It is hoped that the results of this training will give participants the ability to create personal and efficient student value data, including education and other organizations. Thus, this training contributes to increasing the effectiveness of communication in various activities that involve the process of managing student value data.

This research explores the importance of studying English minimal pairs of vowels and their impact on language learners' pronunciation skills. The discussion highlights the significance of differentiating vowel sounds through the analysis of minimal pairs, which consist of words sharing consonant sounds but differing in vowel articulation. By focusing on specific minimal pairs such as [iː] / [ɪ], [æ] / [ʌ], [ɑ:] / [ɔ], [ɛ], and [ɒ], learners can refine their ability to recognize and produce the distinct vowel sounds accurately. Mastering these minimal pairs enhances phonemic awareness, enabling learners to differentiate between similar vowel sounds, thereby improving overall pronunciation accuracy. Furthermore, the study of minimal pairs contributes to word differentiation, listening skills, and spelling and reading proficiency. It empowers learners to grasp the subtle nuances in vowel pronunciation, thereby enhancing their ability to comprehend and communicate effectively in English. In conclusion, a comprehensive understanding and application of English minimal pairs of vowels are vital for language learners striving to achieve optimal pronunciation proficiency.   English minimal pairs of vowel