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Academic anxiety is a prevalent concern encountered by students before to examinations, which may adversely affect academic performance.  This article aims to illustrate successful approaches derived from the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach to mitigate students' academic anxiety.  The used process may include a literature evaluation by examining 20 relevant and cohesive periodicals.  The findings demonstrate that CBT therapies, including individual or group counselling, self-talk techniques, progressive muscle relaxation, and systematic desensitisation, are very successful in reducing student anxiety.  Cognitive Behavioural Therapy enables students to identify and modify negative thought patterns that provoke anxiety into more rational and adaptive thinking.  By implementing appropriate methods, students may prepare for examinations with more tranquilly and confidence.  This article is anticipated to be a valuable reference for school counsellors and educators in developing mental intervention programmes to enhance kids' overall well-being.    

Self-efficacy is an individual's belief in their ability to face challenges and achieve goals. In guidance and counseling, self-efficacy is an important factor that affects individual development. One effective method to improve self-efficacy is group counseling with the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach. This approach focuses on changing negative thought patterns, increasing self-confidence, and strengthening individual skills through social support in groups. This study uses the literature review method to analyze the effectiveness of CBT-based group counseling in improving self-efficacy. The results showed that CBT-based group counseling provides a supportive environment for individuals to share experiences, obtain social support, and learn from other group members. Through this process, individuals can increase their self-confidence, develop social skills, and form a more positive mindset. In addition, CBT also helps individuals manage their emotions, cope with stress, and increase their resilience in facing life's challenges.    

Mathematical representative ability is a person's ability to express mathematical ideas, objects, and relationships in various forms of representation, both visually, symbolically, verbally, and contextually. This study aims to analyze the mathematical representative ability of students through counting operations in grade III elementary school in the form of story problems. The method used was descriptive qualitative research with written test instruments to assess cognitive abilities and observation to assess psychomotor skills. The research subjects consisted of five grade III elementary school students, by giving test questions on mathematical reasoning skills, observing students directly in solving and understanding story problems, conducting documentation to obtain accurate data when in the field by classifying students' mathematical representative abilities based on math scores. The results showed that most learners had a very good level of cognitive ability in completing arithmetic operations, but there were some learners who were still lacking in understanding story problems. This finding confirms that the importance of appropriate learning strategies so that learners are not only able to solve problems in the form of operations but also able to understand problems in the form of story problems that are applied in real life.

This study aims to examine the impact of the Jigsaw cooperative learning strategy on student learning outcomes at the secondary school level. Using a literature review method, the research synthesizes theoretical perspectives on cooperative learning, detailed applications of the Jigsaw model, and empirical findings from previous studies that focus on its effects across cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains. The findings indicate that the Jigsaw strategy significantly improves students’ cognitive achievements and fosters affective development such as motivation, empathy, and positive attitudes toward learning. In addition, this strategy enhances students’ social interaction skills and promotes collaborative behavior, contributing to a more inclusive and engaging classroom environment. The collaborative nature of the Jigsaw model allows students to take responsibility for their own learning while also supporting their peers, which contributes to deeper understanding and retention of the material. These outcomes suggest that the Jigsaw method is an effective instructional approach for enhancing student engagement and academic performance. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of providing professional development opportunities for teachers to effectively implement the Jigsaw strategy. Furthermore, schools are encouraged to foster a classroom climate that supports teamwork and active student participation. Overall, this review highlights the Jigsaw model as a promising pedagogical tool for improving student outcomes and fostering 21st-century skills in secondary education settings.

This article discusses the evaluation of learning outcomes in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) through a library research approach. Evaluation is a crucial component of the learning process, as it measures the extent to which learning objectives cognitive, affective, and psychomotor have been achieved. In practice, PAI evaluations still tend to emphasize the cognitive aspect, while the affective and psychomotor domains receive less attention. Findings from various literature sources emphasize the importance of holistic evaluation that comprehensively assesses all learning domains. Alternative methods such as observation, portfolios, reflective journals, self-assessment, and religious project-based evaluations are recommended to capture students' learning outcomes more accurately. However, implementation challenges persist, including limited time, insufficient teacher training, and a lack of appropriate evaluation tools. Therefore, this article recommends enhanced teacher capacity-building, supportive policies, and innovation in evaluation systems so that PAI assessment moves beyond administrative formality and effectively fosters students’ Islamic character development in a holistic manner

Measurement is an essential part of learning. It involves comparing an object with certain criteria or measures. In the context of education, measurement helps educators to understand the level of student achievement of the learning objectives that have been set. This study aims to analyze the ability of grade I elementary school students to understand the basic concepts of measurement, both from the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective aspects. Data collection was carried out through assessment instruments in the form of multiple choice questions and short fillings, practical activities using measuring instruments, and attitude observations during the learning process. The results showed that most students had understood the basic concepts of measuring standard and non-standard units, although there were still some errors in unit conversion and accuracy in measurement practices. This finding is an important basis for developing more contextualized and interactive measurement learning in the early grades of elementary school.

The dichotomy between general sciences and religious sciences has become a fundamental issue in modern educational systems, resulting in the emergence of a generation fragmented in knowledge and values. In the context of Indonesian Muslim society, the emergence of Integrated Islamic Schools (Sekolah Islam Terpadu/SIT) serves as a response to concerns over a secular-oriented education system that fails to address spiritual dimensions and holistic character development. This study aims to analyze how the integration of general and religious knowledge serves both as a paradigmatic foundation and a policy driver behind the rise of SIT as an alternative educational model. The research employs a qualitative approach using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, involving an in-depth analysis of scholarly literature, policy documents, and relevant research findings. The results reveal that knowledge integration within SIT goes beyond curriculum unification; it involves an epistemological reconstruction of education that unites cognitive and spiritual dimensions within a tawhidic (monotheistic) framework. National education policy provides a legal space for the development of SIT, while the strategic role of SIT is evident in its capacity to nurture students who are academically competent and morally grounded. This study highlights the importance of strengthening policy and institutional capacity to ensure the sustainability of an integrative and contextually responsive Islamic education system.

College students are in early adulthood, a critical developmental stage marked by physical, psychosocial, and cognitive changes that can significantly impact dietary behaviors, including fruit and vegetable consumption. Adequate intake of fruits and vegetables is essential for maintaining overall health and reducing the risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). However, evidence indicates that fruit and vegetable intake among college students often falls below the levels recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). This study aimed to validate a Semi-Quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire (SQ-FFQ) for assessing total fruit and vegetable intake among college students in Surabaya City, Indonesia. A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 30 active university students. The SQ-FFQ method produced higher intake estimates compared to the Estimated Food Record. A statistically significant and strong correlation was found between the two methods (p < 0.001, r > 0.7), indicating strong agreement. These findings support the SQ-FFQ as a valid tool for measuring total fruit and vegetable intake in this population.

Moral education in Indonesia today faces serious challenges, particularly as many educators place greater emphasis on conceptual aspects rather than real-life exemplification. In fact, moral education plays a central role in shaping students’ character, as taught in Islam and exemplified by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). This study aims to emphasize the importance of the teacher's role not only as a transmitter of knowledge but also as uswah hasanah (a good role model) for students. Through a literature review of the thoughts of figures such as Imam Al-Ghazali, Ki Hajar Dewantara, KH. Ahmad Dahlan, and the interpretation of Surah Ali-Imran verse 164, it is found that exemplification holds a strategic position in the process of character education. These figures stress the importance of integrating knowledge, attitudes, and behavior in moral education. The interpretation of the Qur'anic verse also shows that the Prophet's mission included not only conceptual teaching but also practical application through exemplary conduct. Therefore, the success of moral education depends heavily on the teacher’s ability to integrate cognitive, affective, and psychomotor approaches in a balanced manner. Real-life role modeling by teachers serves as an effective means of transmitting moral values to students in a holistic and sustainable way.

This study analyzes the influence of Augmented Reality (AR) technology on consumer purchase intention with customer engagement as an intervening variable at Sephora Indonesia. This quantitative research involved 150 respondents who are users of Sephora Virtual Artist, analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The research instrument measures three main variables: Augmented Reality (interactivity, vividness, novelty), Customer Engagement (cognitive, emotional, behavioral), and Purchase Intention (intention, willingness, likelihood to purchase) using a five-point Likert scale. The research results show that AR has a positive and significant effect on customer engagement and purchase intention. Customer engagement also has a positive effect on purchase intention and is proven to mediate the relationship between AR and purchase intention. This study contributes to the AR literature in beauty e-commerce and recommends that Sephora optimize AR features, develop comprehensive customer engagement strategies, and continue investing in AR technology as a competitive advantage.

Stunting is a chronic nutritional problem in toddlers caused by a lack of nutritional intake for a long time so that the child becomes too short for his age. Based on the results of the Indonesian Nutrition Standards Survey (SSGI) in 2022 in Riau province, it reached 17.0%. The prevalence rate of stunting in Pekanbaru reached around 16.8% in 2022. According to the Health Office in 2022, Lima Puluh Health Center recorded the highest prevalence of stunting at 4.47% or 60 cases. One of the risk factors that contributes to stunting is the low coverage of complete basic immunization, which can prevent infectious diseases that can interfere with children's growth and development. However, the lack of public knowledge and awareness of the importance of complete basic immunization increases the risk of infection. The long-term impacts of stunting include cognitive impairment, developmental delays, and low productivity in the future. Knowing the relationship between the completeness of basic immunization and the incidence of stunting in toddlers aged 24-36 months in the Lima Puluh Health Center work area, Pekanbaru City. to determine the relationship between the completeness of basic immunization and the incidence of stunting in toddlers aged 24-36 months in the Lima Puluh Health Center work area, Pekanbaru City. From the results of data analysis, a relationship has been found between the completeness of immunization and the incidence of stunting in toddlers aged 24-36 months in the Lima Puluh Health Center work area (p-value = 0.03; OR of 11.66; (95% CI = 1.22-110.95). Completeness of basic immunization is related and is a risk factor for stunting in toddlers aged 24-36 months in the Limapuluh Health Center work area.

This community service program aims to empower student entrepreneurs through digitalization and strengthening sustainable business capacity. The activities are comprehensively designed with a participatory and experiential learning approach, so that participants not only understand the concepts theoretically but also are able to apply them practically. The program consists of various activities, such as interactive workshops on digital marketing and sustainable business models, business clinics to analyze current business problems, digitalization simulations using online platforms, individual mentoring sessions by business practitioners, and presentations of business plans developed by each participant. A total of 30 students from various study programs were actively involved and demonstrated high enthusiasm throughout the process. A total of 30 students from various study programs were actively involved and demonstrated high enthusiasm throughout the process. Program evaluation was conducted through observation, questionnaires, and assessments of the developed digital action plans. The evaluation results showed significant improvements in cognitive aspects (understanding of digitalization concepts, sustainable business models, and digital marketing strategies), affective (interest and commitment to business development), and application (the ability to develop and present innovative business plans relevant to digital challenges). Ninety percent of participants were able to develop digital action plans that encompassed the use of social media, e-commerce, digital payment systems, and technology integration in business operations. Furthermore, the program encouraged collaboration among students in building business networks and young entrepreneur communities. Positive participant feedback demonstrated that the participatory approach and hands-on practice were effective in increasing student motivation and readiness to face business challenges in the digital era. The program has proven effective in enhancing students' entrepreneurial competencies and fostering an adaptive business mindset.

Education is an important character foundation in forming a generation of the nation with integrity, honesty, and responsibility. In the context of the national curriculum, educational character has been integrated as part of the national education goals that not only emphasize cognitive aspects, but also affective and psychomotor. This article aims to examine the role of educational character in building a generation with integrity through a literature study approach to various educational policies and theories of character education. The results of the study show that the implementation of educational character in the national curriculum, such as through the 2013 Curriculum and the Merdeka Curriculum, has provided space for strengthening values ​​such as honesty, hard work, tolerance, and responsibility. However, challenges remain in its implementation, especially related to the consistency of implementation in schools, the readiness of educators, and the measurement of non-academic results. Therefore, synergy between schools, families, and communities is key to creating an effective character education ecosystem. This study recommends the need for intensive training for teachers and a more comprehensive curriculum evaluation to ensure that educational character truly forms students with integrity.

Currently, Indonesia faces three major nutrition-related problems among adolescents, known as the triple burden of malnutrition, namely undernutrition (stunting and wasting), micronutrient deficiencies, and obesity. Children's cognitive development is greatly influenced by adequate nutrition, as physical and brain growth go hand in hand in the growth and development process. A balanced and high-quality diet supports optimal growth and development and influences children's nutritional status and intellectual intelligence. This study aims to analyze the relationship between nutritional status and intellectual intelligence in students. This study is an observational analytical study with a cross-sectional approach. The subjects of this study were 68 students aged 13–15 years at SMPN 2 Sumber, Probolinggo Regency. Primary data were obtained through IQ tests and weight and height measurements, while secondary data were in the form of student identities. Data analysis used a two-sample t-test. The results showed that out of 42 students with poor nutritional status, 38 students (90.5%) had low IQ (<100). Among 23 students with normal nutritional status, 11 students (47.8%) had low IQ and 12 students (52.2%) had moderate IQ (100–109). The statistical test results showed a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant relationship between nutritional status and intellectual ability. In conclusion, nutritional status is associated with intellectual ability among students at SMPN 2 Sumber, Probolinggo District. Students with poor nutritional status have a higher risk of having an IQ below average.

This study aims to analyze the concept of religious moderation based on the perspective of Surah Al-Baqarah verse 126 and Surah Ali-Imran verse 159, as well as its implementation in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) in Indonesia. Using a qualitative approach with a library research method, the study collects data from tafsir books, scientific journals, academic articles, and previous research. The analysis shows that according to the interpretations of Ibn Kathir, Al-Qurthubi, and Al-Misbah, the values of religious moderation include love for the homeland, justice, gentleness, non-violence, and consultation. The implementation of these values in PAI is carried out theoretically through the integration of moderation values into the curriculum and practically through educators’ role modeling, habituation of values in the learning process, and supporting programs such as field studies and cultural festivals. Evaluation of this implementation is conducted through monitoring and instruments such as questionnaires and daily habit trackers. This study emphasizes the importance of religious education that not only focuses on cognitive aspects but also builds a moderate character within students. Thus, religious moderation can be sustainably instilled to shape an Indonesian society that is just, harmonious, and tolerant.

The issue of adolescent anxiety has become a serious concern as it can hinder their psychological, social, and academic development. One approach that can be used in group counseling is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This study aims to examine the effectiveness of applying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in group counseling to address adolescent anxiety. The research uses a literature review method, focusing on the results of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions in a group setting. The findings indicate that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is effective in reducing social anxiety, academic stress, and deviant behaviors. Techniques such as thought stopping, self-talk, and cognitive restructuring have proven to help change negative thought patterns into more adaptive or positive ones. In conclusion, group counseling based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an effective approach in helping adolescents manage anxiety in a healthy and productive way.    

The elderly period carries a negative perception because it is considered one of the vulnerable groups in society. They often experience changes in physical health, reduced social support, and the possibility of decreased quality of life. In this case, empowerment of the elderly is important to improve the quality of life and achieve successful aging, as is the empowerment carried out for the elderly at the Al-Falah Health Post Dompet Dhuafa. This study aims to determine what empowerment model is carried out at the Al-Falah Health Post and what programs are carried out in achieving successful aging for the elderly at the Al-Falah Health Post as well as the obstacles and what efforts are made to overcome these obstacles. This study uses a descriptive qualitative research method. Data collection was carried out by interviews, observations, and documentation. And the determination of informants used purposive sampling. The results of this study show a picture of empowerment at the AL-Falah Health Post involving various training for elderly cadres, the achievement of successful aging in the elderly at the Al-Falah Health Post in the forms of achievements include: a) minimizing and low risk of disease, the elderly have awareness and commitment to maintain their health, b) physical and cognitive function that is still maximal allows the elderly to continue learning, maintain physical and mental health, and increase their independence in everyday life, c) social relationships in life at the Al-Falah Health Post create an environment that supports active and beneficial social relationships.  

The public's perception of teaching in SLB is a difficult thing because dealing with children in SLB, but teaching in SLB is not entirely difficult if we do it sincerely. The purpose of this study was to find out the experiences faced by teachers with non-specialized backgrounds teaching ABK in special schools. This study involved three teachers with the data collection technique in this study was semi-structured interviews. This research uses an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) approach regarding the experiences and difficulties of teaching for teachers with non-specialist backgrounds in teaching children with special needs. There are two main themes found: (1) Description of cognitive condition, (2) Description of emotional condition. The results of this study indicate that job constraints do not worsen the working conditions of the three subjects, making them feel grateful for their careers as non-PLB teachers. These three individuals can survive with 27 their jobs because they have a sense of attachment to the SLB children, a supportive workplace, family support, and support.

This study aims to explore how cooperative learning strategies contribute to the enhancement of students’ religious character within the context of Islamic Religious Education (PAI). Using a literature review approach, this research collects and analyzes various scholarly sources concerning cooperative learning models, religious character values, and the teacher’s role in shaping students' personalities based on Islamic principles. The findings indicate that cooperative learning strategies not only engage students cognitively but also create a learning environment that fosters the internalization of religious values such as honesty, responsibility, discipline, empathy, and tolerance. The teacher's role as a facilitator is crucial in guiding group dynamics to be infused with moral and spiritual values. Thus, this strategy proves to be both relevant and effective in supporting a holistic approach to religious character education.

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of the scientific approach in improving Natural Sciences (IPA) learning outcomes among Elementary School students. The method used is a literature review with a descriptive qualitative approach by analyzing various scientific sources such as journal articles, books, and relevant research reports from the past five years. The findings indicate that the scientific approach has a positive impact on students' understanding of science concepts, critical thinking skills, as well as motivation and engagement in the learning process. This approach encourages students to actively participate in scientific processes through the stages of observing, questioning, experimenting, reasoning, and communicating. These stages help make learning more meaningful, contextual, and aligned with students’ cognitive development. However, its implementation still faces several challenges, such as limited facilities and infrastructure, constrained instructional time, and the lack of teacher training in applying this approach effectively. Therefore, support from various stakeholders—including schools, government, and the community—is needed to overcome these obstacles and enhance the quality of science education. Overall, the scientific approach is considered effective in creating interactive, reflective, and student-centered science learning at the Elementary School level.