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Clinical practice is a crucial stage in nursing education that requires students to apply theoretical knowledge in real healthcare settings. The transition to a clinical environment often triggers anxiety, as students face competency demands, professional responsibilities, and direct interactions with patients. This study aims to determine the anxiety levels of fifth-semester nursing students prior to clinical practice at Universitas Muhammadiyah Semarang. A descriptive quantitative design was employed with a sample of 35 students selected using a simple random sampling technique. Data were collected using the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS) and analyzed descriptively with Microsoft Excel to obtain frequency and percentage distributions. The results showed that most students experienced severe anxiety (31%), followed by moderate (29%), mild (23%), no anxiety (14%), and panic-level anxiety (3%). These findings indicate that the majority of nursing students experience anxiety before clinical practice, predominantly at severe and moderate levels. Therefore, psychological support and mental preparation programs are essential to help students transition optimally into the clinical environment.

Maternal knowledge of newborn care plays an important role in maintaining neonatal health and preventing early complications. Parity is considered one of the factors that affect the mother's level of knowledge, as previous childbirth experiences can improve the understanding and skills of caring for the baby. However, primipara mothers often face challenges due to limited experience. This study aims to analyze the relationship between parity and newborn care knowledge in primipara mothers at the Tumpunglaung Health Center. The research method uses an analytical quantitative design with a cross-cutting approach. The study population was mothers who had just given birth at the Tumpunglaung Health Center, with a sample of 30 primipara mothers selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire that included maternal characteristics and newborn care knowledge, including breastfeeding, hygiene, thermoregulation, and red flags. Data analysis was carried out by Chi-square test using SPSS at a significance level of p < 0.05. The results showed that most primitive mothers had moderate to low levels of knowledge, with a significant relationship between parity and newborn care knowledge. The conclusion of the study confirms the importance of strengthening education and counseling for primitive mothers to improve infant care practices and support neonatal health.

This study was motivated by the reality that people do not fully understand the proper use of Indonesian, especially in terms of standard vocabulary, terminology, and synonyms. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to promote Indonesian language skills through educational content in the form of digital posters on Instagram in order to reach a wider audience. In addition, the author also used the Kahoot! application as an evaluation tool to measure social media users' understanding of standard vocabulary. The method used in this study was a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. The subjects of this study were the general public who are active users of social media, especially on the Instagram platform, and there were 34 respondents. The object of this study was the respondents' answers to the quiz on the Kahoot! application. The results of this study concluded that there is still a low level of enthusiasm among the public, especially students, in using Indonesian. However, this can be minimized through the use of social media, such as the creation of interesting educational content in the form of digital posters, which have proven to be effective as an effort to foster Indonesian language in the era of digitalization.

Fishermen are an essential group in supporting national food security; however, their lives are still characterized by various social and economic challenges, such as unstable income, low education levels, and high household expenditure burdens. This research aims to provide an overview of the socio-economic conditions and welfare of Bouke Ami fishermen in the Nusantara Fisheries Port (PPN) Muara Angke, North Jakarta, through the Fishermen’s Exchange Rate (NTN) and Fishermen’s Exchange Rate Index (iNTN). The study was conducted in May–June 2025 using a descriptive method with quantitative and qualitative approaches. Data collection techniques included observation, interviews, and questionnaires distributed to 100 Bouke Ami crew members (ABK). The results showed that the majority of crew members were aged 30–39 years, had completed only junior high school education, received health services through community health centers (puskesmas), had three family dependents, and most lived in their own homes. The average total monthly income of Rp5.733.500 is considered high as it exceeds the 2025 DKI Jakarta minimum wage (UMP) of Rp5.367.381. Meanwhile, the average total expenditure of Rp5.396.761 remains below income, indicating manageable household finances. The NTN value was 1,06 in April and 1,07 in May, resulting in an iNTN of 101%, indicating that Bouke Ami fishermen in PPN Muara Angke, North Jakarta, are at a level of economic welfare classified as prosperous with slight improvement. This increase reflects a modest rise in fishermen’s purchasing power between the two months and can serve as basis for formulating policies aimed at empowering coastal fishermen.

This study aims to develop a web-based Virtual Assistant to improve the efficiency of academic information services at SMA Negeri 1 Parittiga. The research was motivated by the delays and inaccuracies in information delivery caused by the manual system still used in the school. The system development was carried out using the Research and Development approach with the Waterfall model, which includes the stages of needs analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation. The main technologies used are Natural Language Processing (NLP) and the Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) machine learning algorithm, which allow the assistant to understand and respond to user questions in natural language in a contextual way. The system architecture uses Flask as the backend, Vue.js as the frontend, and Laravel for administrative data management. The testing results show that the system has an accuracy level of 88.4% in providing correct answers and a user satisfaction level of 92%, surpassing the target success rate of 80%. These findings prove that integrating NLP and LSTM can enhance the system's ability to understand conversational context and speed up the distribution of academic information. The study concludes that a web-based Virtual Assistant is an effective solution for the digitalization of school information services and has the potential to support the implementation of artificial intelligence technology in secondary education in Indonesia.

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is increasingly prevalent globally, including in remote areas such as Bajo Indah Village in the Soropia District of Konawe Regency, Southeast Sulawesi. This community service project aims to monitor blood sugar levels to prevent the onset of diabetes mellitus and facilitate early detection in the region. Obtaining licenses, collaborating with local officials, and preparing medical supplies constituted the employed techniques. The implementation stage involved outreach, interactive counseling, and blood sugar testing with a portable glucometer. Seventy-five individuals participated in the event on July 7, 2025. The findings indicated that 55 individuals (73.3%) exhibited normal blood sugar levels (≤ 140 mg/dL), while 20 individuals (26.7%) presented elevated levels (140–199 mg/dL). The findings indicate that individuals with elevated or diminished blood sugar levels require increased attention. Continuous education and referrals to healthcare facilities for additional treatment can mitigate complications associated with diabetes mellitus.

This community service activity aims to implement an interactive Tahfidz learning model to enhance students’ motivation and Qur’anic character at SDIT Az-Zahra Islamic School. The program was carried out for ten days and consisted of three main stages: observation and mapping of students’ memorization ability, implementation of interactive Tahfidz through small-group murojaah and memorization games, and evaluation through reflection and feedback. The method used was participatory, emphasizing student involvement, collaboration, and reward-based learning. The findings indicate that interactive Tahfidz learning increases students’ motivation, confidence, and discipline in memorizing the Qur’an. Furthermore, students showed improved Qur’anic character, including honesty, cooperation, and responsibility. This approach provides an enjoyable and meaningful learning experience that encourages spiritual growth and strengthens students’ attachment to the Qur’an. The implication of this program highlights that integrating interactive methods into Qur’anic education can effectively support moral and spiritual development in elementary-level students.

The main problem faced by MA Al Ulya Al Mubarok is the low level of financial literacy and the lack of understanding of the importance of early investment. Most students still perceive saving as the only form of financial management without recognizing the potential for asset growth through safe and well-planned investments. The absence of practical education on personal financial management and limited access to learning resources about investment are the main barriers to developing intelligent and future-oriented financial behavior. As a solution, this community service program is designed to improve financial literacy and foster investment intention among students. The program will be implemented through several stages of activities, including: needs and baseline analysis of students, development of a contextual-based financial literacy module, interactive socialization and training on the basic concepts of saving, personal financial management, and introduction to investment. The expected outcomes of this program include: an increase in students’ financial literacy level by at least 30% based on pre-test and post-test results, the initiation of a student investment awareness community, and the creation of a financial literacy learning module that can be used sustainably by the school. This community service program is expected to serve as a model for financial literacy development in secondary education institutions while supporting national efforts to build a financially literate, independent, and future-oriented young generation.

This study aims to determine the influence of the Independent Learning Independent Campus Program (MBKM) on the soft skills of students of the class of 2021 in the Department of Economic Education, Gorontalo State University. The method used is quantitative with an explanatory approach, which aims to explain the causal relationship between the variables of the MBKM program and students' soft skills. Primary data was obtained through the distribution of questionnaires to 35 respondents who were active students in the batch. Data analysis was performed using simple linear regression with the help of SPSS software version 21. The results of the study show that the MBKM Program has a positive and significant influence on students' soft skills. This means that the higher the level of student involvement in the MBKM program, the better their abilities in terms of communication, teamwork, time management, adaptability, and confidence. The magnitude of the influence of the MBKM program on students' soft skills reached 65.3%, while the remaining 34.7% was influenced by other factors that were not discussed in this study. These findings provide important implications for the development of curriculum and learning strategies in higher education, especially in integrating the MBKM program as an effort to improve the quality of graduates who are ready to face the challenges of the world of work and global society.  

The quality of education is an important issue that requires an integrated and sustainable management system. One approach that is widely used is Total Quality Management (TQM), which focuses not only on achieving academic standards, but also on the satisfaction of all education stakeholders. Although many studies have discussed IQM, a synthesis is still needed to see how IQM has been applied over the past five years and its contribution to customer satisfaction in education. Therefore, the research questions asked are: (1) how has IQM research in education developed from 2020 to 2025, and (2) to what extent has it contributed to customer satisfaction in education? This article uses a qualitative method based on a literature review (LR). The search process was conducted through the Google Scholar and Publish or Perish databases using the keywords “Integrated Quality Management in Education.” The search yielded 20 articles, which were filtered into 18 relevant articles and further analyzed into 5 main articles. The review results show three main themes: quality system planning and integration, quality culture-based managerial strategies, and quality assurance oriented towards stakeholder satisfaction. The conclusion confirms that IQM contributes significantly to improving quality and customer satisfaction in education. Further research is recommended to test the empirical relationship between IQM practices and stakeholder satisfaction at various levels of education.

This study explores the dynamics of organizational change and development in Islamic education from the perspective of visionary leadership, focusing on how vision and innovation serve as the driving forces of institutional transformation. The research object is an Islamic educational institution at the secondary level that seeks to adapt to modernization and quality improvement based on Islamic values. The main problem addressed in this study is the weak internalization of vision within organizational culture and the limited integration between spiritual and managerial aspects of leadership. The purpose of this study is to analyze the role of visionary leadership in directing organizational change and fostering adaptive, innovative, and value-driven development within Islamic education institutions. This research employs a qualitative descriptive method, using interviews, observations, and documentation as data collection techniques, analyzed thematically through the Miles and Huberman model. The findings reveal that visionary leadership builds a strategic direction grounded in Islamic values, promotes collective participation, and cultivates a culture of continuous innovation. The synthesis of results indicates that visionary leadership serves as the foundation for effective organizational transformation, harmonizing spirituality and innovation to create an excellent and value-oriented educational institution. In conclusion, strengthening leadership vision is essential to ensure the sustainability and relevance of Islamic education in the modern era.

The Community Service Program (KKN) from the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra in 2025 took place in Dolok Kahean Village, Tapian Dolok District, Simalungun Regency, with the theme "Entrepreneurship as a Solution for Community Economic Empowerment. " The main objective of this activity was to improve the competence of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by implementing digital marketing strategies and strengthening local product brands, especially rengginang businesses. The methods applied included observation, interviews, socialization, and participatory training. The core program included logo and product identity creation, photography training and promotional content editing, social media account creation, and education on Go Digital Safe for the community. The results of this activity showed an increase in the skills of MSMEs in using digital media for promotion, expanding market share, and increasing product competitiveness. In addition, students gained practical insights in the application of entrepreneurship, communication, and social project management. The main challenges faced, namely the lack of internet access and low digital literacy in the community, can be overcome through a direct approach and intensive mentoring. Overall, the KKN program has been successful in strengthening collaboration between higher education institutions and the community and has become an example of digital-based economic empowerment at the village level.

University students frequently face various academic demands, such as coursework, research, field practice, and examinations. These pressures may lead to psychological stress that can trigger anxiety. If not properly managed, anxiety can negatively affect academic performance, social interactions, and students’ psychological well-being. The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between the intensity of Qur’an recitation and the level of anxiety among students. This research employed a quantitative descriptive design involving 103 students from the Department of Psychology, Padang State University as participants. The sampling technique used was nonprobability sampling with a purposive sampling approach. The instruments consisted of the Qur’an Reading Intensity Scale adapted from Pradika (2014) with a reliability coefficient of 0.721, and the Zung Self-Rating Anxiety Scale with a reliability coefficient of 0.829. Data were analyzed using Pearson’s product-moment correlation test. The findings revealed a significant negative correlation between the intensity of Qur’an recitation and students’ anxiety levels (r = -0.801; p = 0.000 < 0.05). This indicates that the more frequently students read the Qur’an, the lower their anxiety levels, and vice versa. Categorization results further showed that most students had a high intensity of Qur’an recitation (42.7%) and experienced low to moderate levels of anxiety (78.7%). These results reinforce previous studies suggesting that spiritual practices such as Qur’an recitation can serve as an effective spiritual coping strategy to foster tranquility, regulate emotions, and strengthen resilience in facing academic stressors. Therefore, Qur’an recitation can be recommended as a complementary approach to maintaining students’ mental health in higher education settings.

The church, as the body of Christ, carries a vital responsibility in shaping the congregation’s understanding of biblical doctrine as the foundation of a sound life of faith. However, in practice, there remains a gap between the theological instruction provided and the congregation’s actual comprehension in daily life. This study aims to analyze the level of understanding among local congregations regarding biblical doctrine, identify the factors influencing this understanding, and examine the discrepancies between teaching and its application in everyday life. This research employs a qualitative approach using a library research method, focusing on the examination of biblical texts, theological works, and relevant academic literature. The findings indicate that the congregation’s level of understanding of biblical doctrine varies and is influenced by internal factors such as spiritual motivation and faith experience, as well as external factors such as the quality of teaching and ecclesiastical leadership. The gap between teaching and understanding is attributed to the lack of contextual and interactive learning methods. This study underscores the importance of continuous and dialogical theological formation within local churches so that congregants may not only comprehend doctrine cognitively but also embody it practically in faith and action. These findings are expected to enrich the field of practical theology and serve as a reference for developing faith education within the church.

The Community Service Program (KKN) from the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra in 2025 took place in Dolok Kahean Village, Tapian Dolok District, Simalungun Regency, with the theme "Entrepreneurship as a Solution for Community Economic Empowerment. " The main objective of this activity was to improve the competence of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by implementing digital marketing strategies and strengthening local product brands, especially rengginang businesses. The methods applied included observation, interviews, socialization, and participatory training. The core program included logo and product identity creation, photography training and promotional content editing, social media account creation, and education on Go Digital Safe for the community. The results of this activity showed an increase in the skills of MSMEs in using digital media for promotion, expanding market share, and increasing product competitiveness. In addition, students gained practical insights in the application of entrepreneurship, communication, and social project management. The main challenges faced, namely the lack of internet access and low digital literacy in the community, can be overcome through a direct approach and intensive mentoring. Overall, the KKN program has been successful in strengthening collaboration between higher education institutions and the community and has become an example of digital-based economic empowerment at the village level.

in private junior high schools throughout Sempu District, female students follow Physical Education, Sports, and Health (PJOK) learning with feelings of boredom, doubt, and difficulty. However, it is not yet known what level of motivation female students have in following Physical Education, Sports, and Health (PJOK).  This study aims to analyze the motivation level of female students in participating in Physical Education, Sports, and Health (PJOK) learning at private junior high schools in Sempu District, Banyuwangi Regency. The research employs a survey method with a descriptive quantitative approach. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 62 respondents and analyzed using descriptive statistics with the assistance of SPSS software. The findings indicate that students' motivation in PJOK learning is generally high, with an actual score of 4,637 out of an ideal score of 6,200. The obtained mean score is 3.738, with a Respondent Achievement Level (TCR) of 74.79. Although most indicators reflect a high level of motivation, certain aspects remain in the moderate category, such as indicators X11, X16, X18, and X20. Factors contributing to lower motivation in these aspects may include a lack of variation in teaching methods, limited sports facilities, and insufficient external support. Therefore, efforts to enhance motivation should include more interactive teaching methods, improved sports facilities, and stronger environmental support to further increase students' enthusiasm for PJOK learning.

Independent Community Service Program (KKN) is a form of student community service that aims to apply knowledge practically in the field. This activity was carried out by students of the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra with the theme "Building Student Financial Awareness Through Education and Socialization in Schools. " This program aims to improve financial understanding among students from Elementary and High Schools in Perkebunan Gunung Melayu Village, Rahuning District, Asahan Regency. The methods applied include interactive socialization, educational games, and quizzes to stimulate students' interest and understanding of the importance of saving and managing finances from an early age. The results of this activity show that students begin to recognize the basic concepts of financial management, including how to distinguish between needs and desires, the significance of saving, and the application of Islamic financial principles in daily routines. In addition, this activity also serves to increase public understanding of the importance of financial education for children. The main element that facilitates the implementation of activities is support from educational institutions, village governments, and local communities, while the main challenge faced is the lack of attention of elementary school students caused by their habits that still prefer to play. Overall, this KKN program has a positive impact on increasing students' financial awareness and has the potential to be a simple financial education model at the elementary and secondary school levels

Relational bullying is a form of bullying that often occurs in the school environment and has a significant impact on the psychological and academic aspects of students. This research aims to analyze the influence of relational bullying on students’ interest in learning at various levels of education. The research method used is literature review by reviewing 11 relevant national journals indexed by Google Scoler, DOAJ and Sinta, which were published between 2018 and 2024. The results of the study show that relational bullying generally appears in the form of exclusion, spreading gossip, manipulation of social relationships, indirect mockery, and seniority behavior. The impacts caused include a decrease in academic confidence, increased anxiety and depression, loss of study concentration, and low student motivation and participation in class. This condition implies a decrease in learning achievement and student involvement in school activities. Based on the findings, it is concluded that relational bullying has a significant negative effect on students’ interest in learning. Therefore, prevention efforts are needed through the establishment of a positive school climate, strengthening the value of empathy, and the provision of sustainable counseling services to create a safe learning environment and support the development of students.

This community service program was held at SD Negeri 102028 Dusun II Sei Parit, Sei Rampah District, Serdang Bedagai Regency, with a focus on applying the principles of sharia economic justice. This goal is achieved through education about the prohibition of usury and savings initiatives from an early age. This activity was motivated by the lack of Islamic financial literacy among children, especially related to the risk of usury and the urgency of frugal behavior and financial responsibility. The method chosen is a participatory-educational approach, which includes socialization, simulation and habituation, prioritizing the active involvement of students. The activity is divided into two main phases, namely usury education and saving education, utilizing animated films, educational games and picture stories. The impact of this service shows an increase in students' insight into the concept of riba, discipline in frugality, and the growth of awareness to manage money wisely according to Islamic guidance. Children are now beginning to understand that money is a mandate that must be used correctly and halal. In addition, this program also encourages the formation of the character of responsibility, trust and justice in the participants. Therefore, this program makes a significant contribution in building a children's mentality based on the principles of sharia economic justice and is worthy of being used as a prototype of Islamic financial education at the elementary school level.

Adolescent girls living in orphanages face more complex psychosocial challenges compared to their peers in general. Experiences of loss, limited family support, and uncertainty about the future often lead to heightened anxiety. One effective psychological intervention to manage anxiety is mindful breathing training, or conscious breathing exercises. This community service activity aimed to provide mindful breathing training for adolescent girls at the Aisyiyah Muhammadiyah Orphanage in Banjarmasin as an effort to reduce anxiety and enhance inner calmness. The implementation method employed educational, participatory, and practical approaches, consisting of four stages: preparation, implementation, evaluation, and follow-up. The results of the activity showed that participants gained a good understanding of the concepts of anxiety and mindfulness, and were able to correctly practice the mindful breathing technique. Based on the evaluation results, more than 80% of participants stated that the training was engaging, clear, and beneficial in helping them manage anxiety. Therefore, mindful breathing training proved to be an effective, simple, and applicable strategy for reducing anxiety levels among adolescents in the orphanage.