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This study aims to examine the implementation of social competence of teachers in three secondary schools with different characteristics, namely SMAN 1 Tambang, Al-Ihsan Boarding School and SMAN 12 Pekanbaru. Social competence does not only include the ability to communicate, but also interact and build positive relationships with students, fellow teachers, parents, and the surrounding community, which are very important in planning and implementing effective and enjoyable classroom learning. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through semi-structured interviews and direct observations to explore the experiences of teachers, principals, and students in the daily learning process. The results of the study showed variations in the application of social competence which were influenced by social environmental factors, facilities, and teacher readiness in responding to changes in education policy. Despite facing challenges such as limited facilities and administrative burdens, some teachers were able to demonstrate high dedication and innovation in learning. This study provides a comprehensive picture of social practices in the field and is expected to be an input in formulating policies to improve teacher quality contextually and sustainably.

This study aims to examine the challenges and formulate strategies for improving educational facilities and infrastructure in order to enhance the quality of learning at SDN 01 Jatibarat. Good learning quality is highly dependent on the availability of adequate educational infrastructure, so it is important to identify existing obstacles and design appropriate solutions. This study used a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection techniques through direct observation, in-depth interviews with teachers and the principal, documentation, and distribution of questionnaires to the school community and committee. The results of the study indicate that the school faces various limitations, particularly in terms of the availability of adequate classrooms, limited interactive learning media, and lack of access to educational technology such as computers and internet networks. These challenges impact the teaching and learning process less than optimal. To address this, the school has taken several strategic steps, including conducting regular needs assessments, collaborating with the school committee and the surrounding community, and submitting assistance proposals to the local government and relevant agencies. These improvement efforts are carried out collaboratively and in a targeted manner, involving all stakeholders so that infrastructure improvements can support the creation of a safe, comfortable, and stimulating learning environment. This study concludes that an active and synergistic role between schools, parents, the community, and the government is crucial in supporting the achievement of quality basic education. The involvement of all parties is key to achieving the sustainability of educational facilities and infrastructure improvement programs.

Community service represents a tangible contribution of higher education institutions in improving the quality of learning at the elementary level. This service activity was carried out collaboratively by lecturers and students at MI Miftahul Huda 2 Palangka Raya with the aim of enhancing the quality of IPAS (Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam dan Sosial) learning through the development of interactive teaching materials based on Canva. The program applied the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach, which emphasizes the empowerment of existing assets within the school community. The implementation involved mentoring sessions, technical guidance, and direct classroom application of the developed materials. Effectiveness was evaluated through pretests and posttests, showing an increase in students' understanding from an average pretest score of 55.19 to a posttest score of 77.04, with an average N-Gain of 0.47 (moderate category). Validation results from subject matter experts (96%), design experts (97%), and classroom teachers (89%) confirmed that the developed media were appropriate in terms of content, visual quality, and language use. In addition to improving learning outcomes, the use of technology-based teaching media also increased student motivation and teacher engagement during the learning process. The outcomes of this program not only provided direct benefits to the partner school but also demonstrated the potential for broader application as a participatory and sustainable model for digital innovation in basic education.

Mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and stress continue to increase globally and are recognized as critical factors that influence social functioning, productivity, and overall quality of life. Conventional mental health services are often limited by barriers including high cost, geographical distance, and persistent stigma that discourage individuals from seeking timely help. The digital era provides an alternative through the integration of technology into mental health counseling, offering greater accessibility, flexibility, and anonymity. Nevertheless, a key limitation of many digital counseling platforms lies in their inability to fully capture and respond to the emotional nuances of users during interactions. This study aims to address that gap by developing a speech-based emotion detection framework designed to be integrated into digital counseling environments. The proposed methodology includes the collection and preprocessing of speech samples, feature extraction using acoustic parameters, and training machine learning models to classify emotions in real time. Experimental results demonstrate that this approach significantly improves the accuracy of emotion detection, enabling digital counseling systems to provide more adaptive and personalized support. Beyond counseling, the research highlights the broader applicability of speech emotion recognition in education, telemedicine, and interactive digital assistants, all of which benefit from improved sensitivity to human emotions. These findings underscore the potential of artificial intelligence to strengthen digital mental health interventions, ensuring services that are not only more efficient and inclusive but also capable of fostering long-term emotional well-being in diverse populations.

This study aims to analyze the use of Indonesian by students of the Tourism Study Program at STIEPAR Yapari in an academic context. Indonesian as a national language plays an important role in effective communication in higher education environments. The research method used is a qualitative descriptive approach, with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and document analysis. The results of the study indicate that students still tend to use informal language and mix foreign terms in academic communication, which results in grammatical errors and hinders understanding of the material. Several factors that influence this language use pattern include daily habits, the influence of social media, and the dominance of foreign languages. This study is expected to contribute to improving the quality of Indonesian language use among students, as well as providing recommendations for lecturers and institutions in more effective language learning.

This study aims to identify the determinant factors in implementing innovation in the field of education in Makassar City, using qualitative research. Based on the source, the types of data used are primary and secondary. Data obtained through interviews with the education office and principals, while secondary data is data obtained from various literature such as books, laws and other related sources. The results of the study indicate that there are 3 main determinant factors in implementing innovation in the field of education, namely a). Leadership that plays an important role in implementing innovation wisely and encouraging the enthusiasm of teachers, students and stakeholders, with the commitment of visionary leaders playing a very important role in building a culture of innovation in the midst of educational transformation. Leadership can ensure that schools face future challenges and maximize technology to improve student learning outcomes. b) A conducive school culture is important for innovation and technological development in the world of education, school culture is interpreted as the quality of school life that continues to grow and develop based on a hard work ethic and certain values ​​​​held by the school. c) Resources as the fulfillment of the need for adequate resources are important so that innovation can be implemented effectively. Educational innovation strategies involve collaboration and involvement of stakeholders, such as teachers, students, parents, school administrators, and policy makers.

Education is the main pillar in nation building, where teachers play a central role in determining the success of the learning process. However, in the modern era, challenges related to teachers' competence and creativity in managing the classroom and creating a conducive learning climate are still problems that need to be overcome. This study aims to analyze the role, function, and competence of teachers in achieving national education goals through a qualitative approach with the literature review method. Data was collected from accredited journal articles indexed in SINTA, with a publication range of 2020-2024, using the Publish or Perish (POP) tool. The results show that professional teachers need to master the material, teaching methods, and understand the needs of students to create an effective learning environment. In addition, teachers' creativity and innovation in managing the classroom and the integration of technology in learning are key factors in improving the quality of education. However, there is still a gap between theory and practice, especially in the application of character-based learning approaches, Islamic values, and inclusive classroom management. This study recommends the need for teacher training and competency development, especially in the use of technology and varied learning approaches, to create a more conducive and inclusive learning climate.    

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education holds significant potential to enhance the quality of learning and the effectiveness of teaching. This study aims to evaluate a teacher competency development program through the integration of AI, particularly in the development of AI-based teaching materials utilizing the Kelas Ajaib feature in the Canva application. The training involved 40 teachers from SMP Negeri 1 Kota Ambon and was conducted through workshops and interactive simulations. Evaluation results indicated an 85% level of participant enthusiasm and 86% satisfaction, reflecting a highly positive response to the program. However, teacher competence in creating AI-based instructional media reached only 75%, suggesting a need for further mentoring and improved supporting infrastructure. The main challenges identified included limited hardware availability and difficulties in adapting to new technologies. Therefore, follow-up training, enhanced technical support, and improved school facilities are recommended. Collaboration among educational stakeholders is essential to ensure the sustainability of AI integration in the learning process. Further research is recommended to examine the long-term impact of AI implementation on teaching quality and student engagement.

The problems faced by students have a considerable effect on the quality of education, particularly at the secondary education level. Internal factors such as academic stress, low learning motivation, and unstable psychological conditions can hinder students' academic development. Meanwhile, external factors such as family environment, complex curriculum, high education costs, and inadequate facilities further deteriorate the education system. These challenges contribute to low student achievement, increased dropout rates, and declining quality of social interactions in educational settings. This article uses a literature review approach to examine various. factors affecting education quality and explores possible solutions. The findings indicate that intervention from schools, parents, and the government is crucial to creating an inclusive, supportive, and responsive educational environment.

This study aims to examine in depth the role of special guidance teachers at Madrasah Ar Roihan in implementing inclusive learning, as well as to analyze the pedagogical strategies applied in educating students with special needs. The implementation of inclusive education requires attention to a number of fundamental aspects, including the provision of a safe, comfortable, and friendly classroom environment for all students, including those with special needs. In addition, it is important to foster a school culture that upholds the values ​​given to differences and acceptance of diversity. The results of the study indicate that special guidance teachers have been able to create a learning atmosphere that supports the active participation of students with special needs. To gain a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of inclusive learning, the researcher conducted direct observations of classroom learning activities. These findings indicate the need for further training for special guidance teachers, in order to strengthen their professional competence in managing inclusive classes, designing adaptive curricula, and implementing learning strategies that are responsive to the individual needs of students. Therefore, this study emphasizes the importance of providing ongoing support for the development of the capacity of special guidance teachers, as a strategic effort to improve the quality of the implementation of inclusive education in educational units.

This study aims to analyze how adaptive curriculum encourages learning flexibility and its contribution to improving the quality of education in the era of disruption. The research approach used is qualitative with a case study type. This research was conducted at MI Al Khoiriyyah, Muara Bungo, Indonesia. Data collection techniques include in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. Data analysis was carried out through data reduction techniques, data presentation, and drawing conclusions, while the validity of the data was checked by triangulation of sources and techniques. The results of the study indicate that adaptive curriculum provides flexible space for teachers to adjust learning methods and materials according to student characteristics, supported by the visionary managerial leadership of the principal and the use of digital technology. These findings show that the success of adaptive curriculum is greatly influenced by the synergy between educational actors and supporting facilities that are responsive to change. The contribution of this study lies in a comprehensive understanding of the practice of implementing adaptive curriculum and strategic recommendations for the development of future education policies.

This study aims to analyze the strategy of natural science laboratory management in improving the quality of practicums in senior high schools. This study uses a literature review approach by examining various academic sources related to laboratory management. The results of the analysis indicate that effective laboratory management includes five main strategies, namely management of equipment, materials, data, laboratory personnel training, and cost budgeting. The success of implementing this strategy depends on the implementation of supporting factors such as work safety, infrastructure quality, personnel capabilities and excellent data management systems. However, there are still many obstacles, including limited facilities and infrastructure, lack of professionals, inadequate budgets, and optimal planning and implementation of practices. Comprehensive improvements in laboratory management are expected to enable learning science to be implemented in a more optimal and sustainable manner.

Mosques not only function as places of worship, but also have great potential to become centers of community development. This research examines the potential of the Jammi Daruss Saadah Mosque-the oldest mosque in Tebing Tinggi Sub-district, Empat Lawang Regency-in shaping the social, educational, spiritual and economic space of the local community. This research uses a qualitative approach with structured interview methods and participatory observation and is supported by an ethnographic approach to communication to understand the dynamics of social interactions that occur in the mosque environment. The results showed that this mosque has become the main forum for various community activities such as routine recitation, Al-Qur'an learning classes for children, and economic activities in the form of sacrificial animal farms managed by the mosque management. The mosque plays a role as a driver of improving the quality of religion and community welfare, as well as a symbol of the resilience of local Islamic identity since before independence until now. This finding emphasizes the importance of strengthening the function of the mosque as a social institution that is adaptive to the needs of the times. Mosques not only play a role in the spiritual realm, but also become strategic agents of community empowerment. This research recommends the need to strengthen mosque institutional governance and program innovation based on community participation so that the role of mosques can be optimized in responding to contemporary social challenges.

This study aims to develop teaching materials based on the TESMER approach on algebra material to improve the quality of mathematics learning at the junior high school level. TESMER as a development model is designed to bridge learning theory with classroom learning practices through systematic stages, namely the analysis, design, formative experiments, and retrospective reflection stages. The algebra material focused on includes algebraic forms, algebraic operations, and simple problem solving. This study uses a design research approach by involving teachers and students in the development process. The results of expert validation show that the teaching materials are included in the very valid category, with high assessments in the aspects of content integration, presentation, and language. Limited trials show that the teaching materials are practical to use by teachers and are liked by students. In addition, there was a significant increase in students' conceptual understanding and logical thinking skills after using the teaching materials. These findings recommend the TESMER approach as an effective framework in developing contextual algebra learning devices that are oriented towards meaningful learning.

This study examines the application of management psychology approach as a strategy to improve the effectiveness of learning and performance of educators in Indonesia. Using descriptive-analytical qualitative methods, this study explores how factors such as work motivation, leadership, and stress management contribute to creating a conducive educational environment. Literature analysis and empirical findings reveal that increasing educator motivation through rewards, feedback-based evaluation, and the implementation of transformational and participatory leadership can significantly increase work enthusiasm and innovation in the learning process. In addition, balanced workload management and the provision of work welfare programs have been shown to help reduce stress levels and improve the psychological well-being of educators. The results of this study provide recommendations for educational institutions to integrate the principles of management psychology into human resource management policies in order to achieve continuous improvement in the quality of teaching and learning.

This study aims to analyze the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in history learning at Madrasah Aliyah Darul Hikmah Tawangsari. The background of this study is based on the rapid development of ICT in the era ofe the industrial revolution 4.0 which has an impact on the education sector, especially in Islamic boarding school-based institutions. Thisc study usesa a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that the Darul Hikmah Islamice Boarding Schoole has succeeded in integrating ICT into history learning through the preparation of a Learning Implementation Plan (RPP), preparation ofe learning media, and implementation of ICT-based learning. The application of ICT has been proven to increase students' interest, activeness, and understanding of history material. This study provides an overview of the strategy of ICT integration in history learning in the Islamic boarding school environment and its positive implications for the quality of learning.    

This study discusses the importance of collaboration among Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers at SMA Negeri 1 Kabila to improve the quality of educational teaching. This collaboration includes collaboration in designing and implementing student-oriented learning. Through this collaboration, PAI teachers exchange experiences, practices, and teaching innovations that are in accordance with the needs of students and the development of the times. The main objective of this study is to determine the implementation, supporting elements, and barriers to collaboration. The method used in this study is qualitative with interview, observation, and documentation techniques. The results of this study indicate that collaboration is carried out from the planning stage to implementation, including the creation of modules, media used, and teaching methods, as well as providing feedback to each other in the classroom. This collaboration not only improves the effectiveness of the teaching and learning process, but also helps teachers hone their competencies.

The transformation of education in the digital age demands an integrative approach between spiritual strategies and learning technologies. This article combines the principles of Jesus' teaching according to Matthew 5–7 and the church's strategies in shaping responsible servant leaders with innovative learning approaches that strengthen the professional competencies of Christian Religious Education (PAK) teachers. The research method used is a literature review of two relevant articles. The results indicate that the integration of spiritual disciplines (such as discipleship, prayer, obedience) and technological innovations (such as flipped learning, blended learning, and game-based learning) contributes to the improvement of contextual Christian education quality. PAK teachers act as agents of transformation to deliver meaningful learning, Christian character, and balanced technological mastery.

This study aims to analyze the management of educational facilities and infrastructure at SD Negeri 060857 through interviews with the principal, teachers, and students. The main focus includes aspects of adequacy, efficiency, and effectiveness of school facility management in supporting learning. The interview instrument for the principal focuses on strategic planning, evaluation, and technology integration in management. For teachers, it focuses on perceptions of the adequacy of facilities and involvement in the managerial process. Meanwhile, for students, the interview explores direct experiences of the comfort and quality of the available facilities. The results of the study are expected to provide a holistic picture as a basis for improving the management of facilities and infrastructure to be more planned, efficient, and sustainable in supporting quality education.

Teacher personality is very important in shaping student character and creating a positive learning environment at school. This element not only demonstrates the values of integrity and good attitude but also forms the foundation for building relationships between teachers and students, among fellow teachers, and with all school members. This article aims to explain the personality competencies of teachers based on interviews conducted in three schools with different contexts. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collection methods through in-depth interviews involving teachers and principals. The results obtained show that teachers generally demonstrate discipline, responsibility, and exemplary behavior. However, there are still some challenges such as heavy workloads and a lack of further training. These findings emphasize the importance of continuous teacher character development and systematic support to maintain the quality of education.