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The Introduction to Schooling Field Program (PLP) is a key component in preparing prospective educators with the practical skills needed to face challenges in the world of education. This study aims to explore the role of PLP in improving the competence of prospective educators at SMP Swasta Daya Cipta Medan. Through the PLP program, prospective educators are able to apply the theories learned in college in a real context at school, from observing the learning process to participating in extracurricular activities. PLP also provides opportunities for prospective educators to develop pedagogical, professional, and social competencies through direct interaction with teachers, students, and school staff. This research uses a field research approach with a qualitative descriptive design that aims to describe the phenomena that occur. The main informant in this study was the principal, while supporting informants consisted of the vice principal for curriculum, the head of administration, teachers, and school staff. Data were collected through observation, interview, and documentation methods, which were then analyzed using data analysis techniques to review, reduce, draw conclusions, and use triangulation to ensure data validity. This study found that PLP not only enriched students' theoretical knowledge, but also strengthened their skills in managing classes, developing lesson plans, and adapting to various challenges in the field. The PLP program at SMP Daya Cipta Medan contributes significantly in shaping educators who are competent and ready to face the dynamics of the world of education, as well as being able to make a positive contribution to the development of education in Indonesia.

With advancements in technology, communication has become easier and more effective, especially through digital media. In the context of education, videos serve as a valuable source of information. This study aims to analyze the use of representative speech acts in the video "Understanding Accounting Without Memorization" on the Akuntan Tampan YouTube channel as a learning resource for students. Representative speech acts function to convey information clearly and convincingly. The approach used in this study is descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques involving observation and note-taking from the video released on December 10, 2016. The researcher analyzes the patterns of speech acts used in the video, identifying types of representative speech acts that serve to explain accounting concepts in a simple and comprehensible manner for the audience, particularly for students. The analysis results indicate that there are 50 representative speech acts employed to reinforce information and aid in the understanding of accounting concepts without relying on complicated memorization methods. This research is expected to contribute to a deeper understanding of the utilization of speech acts in digital educational content. Furthermore, the findings of this study may serve as a reference for educators in enhancing the quality of learning, particularly in presenting complex material more effectively and engagingly for students.

Early marriage is a social phenomenon that occurs a lot among teenagers, especially in rural areas such as Waiara Village, Kewapante Subdistrict. Early marriage is still a social problem that is often found in various regions, including in Waiara Village, Kewapante Subdistrict. This study aims to examine the effect of early marriage on adolescent education. The approach used was qualitative through in-depth interviews with teenagers who married young, their parents and educators in the village. The research findings revealed that early marriage has a negative impact on adolescents' education, such as increased dropout rates, low levels of engagement in further education and decreased motivation to learn. In addition, the huge responsibilities that come with early marriage often make adolescents focus more on household affairs than education. This study recommends government and community interventions to increase understanding of the importance of education and the adverse effects of early marriage

An effective learning plan requires a strong foundation to achieve optimal learning outcomes. One of the main elements of this plan is the learning objectives. Learning objectives are formulated with clear and measurable characteristics and become the main guideline for educators to determine the steps to be taken in carrying out learning activities. The purpose of this research is to determine the role of learning objectives in basic learning planning for effective learning. This research method uses a qualitative approach with literature study, by collecting and analyzing several relevant articles and books. From this research the author found three discussion results, firstly learning objectives as a basis for the learning process, secondly the relationship between learning objectives and learning planning, thirdly the application of learning objectives in effective learning. Therefore, learning objectives not only provide direction for teaching and learning activities, but also function as a tool for creating meaningful and effective learning experiences.

This study aims to analyse the implementation of character education management in fostering students' morals at MIS Nurul Iman Gebang. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that: (1) Planning involves the formulation of lesson plans and educational programs that include goals, policies, methods, and directed procedures; (2) Organising is done through the division of tasks and time, as well as the placement of educators according to expertise to ensure output according to the institution's goals; and (3) Implementation includes habituation of religious values, strengthening of commendable behaviour, and practical activities that support the formation of noble morals. (4) Evaluation is done by supervising implementation in the classroom, providing feedback to educators, and interviewing student guardians to ensure conformity with the institution's goals. This study confirms the importance of character education management in shaping students' good morals through collaboration between institutions, educators and families.

The era of digitalization has a significant impact on various aspects of life, including education. However, the existence of traditional games is increasingly eliminated due to technological developments. This study examines the implementation of the traditional game of ball ball as an interactive learning medium of the earth's gravitational force for elementary / middle school students. Using  the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, this study identifies the benefits of the game of ball ball in improving students' understanding, motivation, and learning outcomes through a fun and interactive approach. The results of the study show that the ball game is able to integrate the concept of the earth's gravitational force in a simple but effective way. The game also facilitates the development of students' cognitive, psychomotor, affective, social, and spiritual aspects. The use of the game of ball in learning not only increases students' interest but also creates an inclusive and collaborative learning environment. The conclusion of this study confirms that the traditional game of bekel ball is an innovative and relevant learning medium in teaching physics concepts, especially the earth's gravitational force. The practical implications can be used as a guideline for educators to develop learning strategies based on local wisdom that support in-depth conceptual understanding. Further research is recommended to explore the potential of other traditional games in the learning of complex science concepts.

This research aims to explore the role of the Christian Religious Education (PAK) curriculum in improving the spirituality of youth in Indonesia. Using a qualitative approach, this study involved in-depth interviews with teachers, students and practitioners of Christian Religious Education to obtain a holistic perspective regarding the influence of the curriculum on the formation of the spirituality of the younger generation. The research results show that the PAK curriculum has an important role in instilling moral values, strengthening faith, and forming the character of Christian youth. The implementation of a relevant and contextual curriculum allows young people to understand and appreciate religious teachings more deeply, so as to improve the quality of their relationships with God and each other. This research also found that there are challenges in implementing a curriculum that is able to adapt to current developments and technology without ignoring the substance of spirituality. Therefore, the success of the PAK curriculum in increasing youth spirituality is highly dependent on the active involvement of educators and educational institutions in creating an environment that supports learning that is holistic and relevant to the spiritual needs of today's youth.

This study aims to analyze the effect of the use of digital technology and learning motivation on students' academic achievement at MA-YA Ikhsan, Pasuruan Regency. In today's digital era, technology has become an important component in the learning process, which can increase interaction between students and subject matter. The method used in this study is quantitative, involving 30 students randomly selected from the school population. Questionnaires were distributed to students to collect data on the frequency of digital technology use, level of learning motivation, and students' academic achievement. The results showed that 80% of students often use digital technology routinely to learn, and 70% of them feel more motivated when learning with digital media. The average academic score of students who actively use technology reaches 85, while students who are not active only reach 75. These findings indicate a significant positive relationship between the use of digital technology and learning motivation on students' academic achievement. Therefore, it is important for schools to continue to integrate technology into the learning process in order to improve the quality of education. Through this study, it is hoped that educators can understand the importance of utilizing technology in learning and creating an environment that supports student motivation. This research can also be a reference for further studies on the impact of technology in education in various contexts.

This research discusses Ki Hajar Dewantara's concept of educational thought, focusing on character education and the formation of students' personalities, as well as the challenges and opportunities in integrating this thought into the national education system. Ki Hajar Dewantara emphasized the importance of liberating education, namely education that does not only focus on intellectual aspects, but also on the formation of students' character as a whole so that they become independent, noble, and highly motivated individuals. In the current context of national education, Ki Hajar Dewantara's ideas are still relevant, but their implementation faces various challenges, such as a dense curriculum, lack of in-depth understanding among educators, and the dominance of cognitive approaches in schools. However, there are also great opportunities to integrate Ki Hajar Dewantara's educational values through curriculum reform, training for educators, and the application of holistic learning methods. This study concludes that the integration of Ki Hajar Dewantara's thoughts into the national education system can be a strong foundation for building a generation that is not only intelligent, but also has character, provided that the existing challenges can be overcome with a comprehensive approach.

The enhancement of student learning outcomes is a primary goal of various innovations in teaching methods. This study systematically reviews the effectiveness of cooperative learning methods, specifically Jigsaw Learning and Numbered Heads Together (NHT), in improving student learning outcomes. Using a systematic literature review approach, the research analyzes twelve studies published between 2019 and 2025 that compare these two methods. The findings indicate that both Jigsaw Learning and NHT possess unique strengths; Jigsaw Learning fosters deep understanding through collaborative expertise, while NHT promotes active participation through structured discussions. Despite some studies showing no significant differences in effectiveness, others highlight context-dependent advantages of each method. The implications suggest that educators should consider the specific learning objectives and student characteristics when selecting or combining these methods to optimize educational outcomes.

Teacher ethics serves as a crucial moral foundation for educators in establishing a conducive educational environment. It encompasses relationships between teachers and students, colleagues, parents, and the broader community. This article aims to examine the role of teacher ethics in building student trust, which is an essential aspect of successful teaching and learning processes. Employing a qualitative approach through literature studies, this research identifies key dimensions of teacher ethics, including justice, honesty, responsibility, and empathy, which underpin the development of student trust. The findings reveal that consistent application of teacher ethics can enhance students’ respect for their teachers, encourage active student engagement in the learning process, and foster a positive learning atmosphere. Furthermore, the trust developed strengthens the emotional connection between teachers and students, ultimately improving student learning outcomes. This study recommends the importance of teacher ethics training for educators to ensure integrity and professionalism in every educational interaction.

Education is a complex and structured process that functions as part of a mutually supporting system. This article discusses education as a system and outlines the main components that make it up. Education is seen as a system consisting of interconnected elements, such as educational goals, students, educators, curriculum, facilities, learning methods, and environment. Each element has a complementary role to achieve educational goals optimally. This article also emphasizes the importance of synergy and balance between these components so that the education system can run effectively in various contexts, whether formal, non-formal or informal. With a systems-based approach, education is not only understood as a learning process, but also as a strategy for building competent and characterful individuals. This study provides conceptual guidance for practitioners and policy makers to design an education system that is flexible and able to face global challenges.

The Merdeka Curriculum is a new innovation in the Indonesian education system which aims to give students the freedom to learn and emphasizes the importance of building character and moral values. This study investigates how a free curriculum contributes to the moral formation of students in elementary schools. Relevant sources, such as books, scientific articles and educational policy documents, were collected and analyzed through the literature study method in this research. This research found that a free curriculum, with a more contextual learning approach and involving students' active participation in real activities such as collaborative projects and extracurricular activities, helps students understand moral values ​​and apply them in everyday life. It is proven that parental and community involvement is also an important component in building student character. This research found that the free curriculum not only focuses on improving students' academic achievement but also strengthens moral and ethical values. Therefore, continuous development of this curriculum is necessary to achieve broad educational goals. It is hoped that this research will help educators, policy makers and other researchers improve the quality of education in Indonesia by providing guidance for maximizing the curriculum to achieve more comprehensive educational goals.

Early childhood is experiencing a period of very rapid growth and development. Children's health and nutrition greatly affect the growth and development process. Therefore, health care and nutrition are very much needed to optimize children's development. In general, maintaining children's health which aims to prevent children from contracting a disease, which can interfere with children's learning and intelligence, can be done through: a) maintaining children's personal hygiene and their environment, b) timely immunization, c) maintaining the types of food consumed by children. Children's health care is also adjusted to the child's development. The intensity of health services provided to infants is certainly higher than that of children. This is because at the age of infants, they cannot be independent and still need full assistance from adults. While at the age of children, they must be accustomed and trained to be independent in maintaining personal health with light activities (with parental supervision). As educators, they are required to be able to provide behavioral stimuli and knowledge about how to maintain health in children. Efforts to maintain children's health begin with implementing clean and healthy living habits in everyday life

Guidance and counseling have a very important role in supporting students' social emotional development, especially at the elementary school level. This service not only helps students understand themselves, but also develops social skills, increases self-confidence, and prepares them to face various challenges in educational and social environments. This research aims to analyze the impact of guidance and counseling on students' social emotional development using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method. With a descriptive approach, this research examines various relevant and current literature to provide a deeper understanding of the effectiveness of guidance and counseling services in elementary schools. The research results show that the consistent application of guidance and counseling can improve students' emotional, social and character capacities, which ultimately supports them to achieve optimal development. In addition, the presence of guidance and counseling teachers in elementary schools has proven to be very important to ensure that these services are implemented optimally, both in individual and group development. This research emphasizes the importance of collaboration between educators, counselors and policy makers in optimizing the implementation of guidance and counseling services as a strategy for building a generation that is independent, self-confident and has character.

Learning evaluation is an important part of the education process. In the context of Islamic Religious Education (PAI), evaluation is not only centered on the knowledge aspect, but also assesses the development of students' religious character. This study aims to examine the influence of learning evaluation on student learning outcomes at SMP Muhammadiyah 4 Surakarta, and to describe the learning strategies applied by educators in an effort to improve these results. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection through interviews, observations, and documentation. The results of the study revealed that learning evaluation was carried out in various forms, such as daily assignments, mid-semester tests (PTS), and end-of-semester assessments (PAS). The strategies applied by teachers include providing role models, giving rewards, delivering moral messages, sharing inspiring experiences, and developing honest and polite behavior. Structured and integrated evaluation with this learning strategy has a meaningful impact on student learning outcomes, both in academic aspects and character development.

Education as a systematic effort to form a complete human being has given birth to various schools of thought that have developed throughout history. Each school has unique characteristics in understanding the nature of education, goals, methods and roles of educators and students. The traditionalist school of education emphasizes the importance of inheriting past values ​​and knowledge through structured methods. Meanwhile, progressivism prioritizes students' learning experiences with a flexible and contextual approach. Existentialism focuses on individual freedom in determining the direction of education, while essentialism focuses on mastering basic knowledge and core skills. The flow of social reconstructionism encourages education as a tool to improve social conditions and create better social change. This research aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the basic concepts of various schools of education, so that it can become a theoretical basis for developing educational models that are relevant to today's challenges.  

The growing complexity of maritime operations demands deck officers with advanced competencies and a strong understanding of sustainability principles. This study addresses critical gaps in maritime vocational education by exploring the effectiveness of current training programs, the integration of sustainability, and the role of technology-driven approaches. While previous research has focused on technical skills aligned with STCW standards, limited attention has been paid to leadership, communication, and environmental education. The research sought to answer how maritime training can be enhanced to address these gaps. Using a systematic literature review and qualitative analysis of insights from maritime professionals, educators, and graduates, the study synthesized theoretical frameworks with real-world experiences. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and questionnaires, analyzed using thematic coding, and triangulated with findings from the literature review. The results demonstrate strong technical training aligned with STCW standards but reveal fragmented sustainability integration and inadequate leadership preparation. Simulation-based training was identified as highly effective, though it requires support from mentorship and real-world experiences. The findings provide actionable recommendations for enhancing curricula, fostering industry-academic partnerships, and refining policies to better prepare deck officers for modern maritime challenges. This research offers a practical roadmap for transforming maritime education, ensuring safety, operational efficiency, and sustainability in global maritime operations.

This study investigates the effectiveness of maritime vocational education in preparing graduates to meet the evolving demands of the industry, focusing on competency development, sustainability integration, and practical readiness. The research addresses the increasing need for training programs to align with global industry standards while incorporating sustainable practices to manage environmental and operational challenges. By integrating insights from maritime professionals, educators, graduates, and regulatory officers, the study provides a comprehensive and grounded analysis. The research explores how maritime education equips graduates with industry-relevant skills and incorporates sustainability into training frameworks. Using a qualitative approach, the study involved interviews with 10 stakeholders and thematic analysis of their experiences. Findings indicate strong outcomes in practical readiness (score: 9.3/10), supported by immersive sea-going experiences and hands-on training. However, sustainability integration scored lower (8.6/10), highlighting the need for a greater emphasis on environmental practices and sustainable operations within curricula. The results underscore the significance of collaboration between educational institutions and industry professionals to ensure training aligns with real-world demands. This study offers valuable recommendations for curriculum design and sustainability practices, contributing to a well-prepared and environmentally conscious maritime workforce. The findings serve as a foundation for policy development, institutional strategies, and further research into vocational training and sustainable maritime operations.  

This research examines the use of technology in increasing learning interactivity in Indonesia. The aim of the research is to analyze various forms of educational technology used, identify their impact on learning interactivity, and explore the challenges and opportunities in their implementation. The method used is a systematic literature review by analyzing published scientific articles. The research results show that the use of technology such as learning management systems, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence significantly increases learning interactivity. However, there are challenges such as limited infrastructure and digital competence of educators. In conclusion, the use of technology has great potential in increasing learning interactivity, but requires a comprehensive and sustainable implementation strategy.