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This community service activity was carried out by lecturers of the College of Administrative Sciences (STIA) Satya Negara Palembang as part of fulfilling the obligations of the Tridarma of Higher Education, specifically in the aspect of community service. This program aims to increase citizen participation in public service evaluation by implementing a web-based digital suggestion box system at the Palembang City Tourism Office. This activity is motivated by the low effectiveness of conventional suggestion boxes, which are often less transparent, difficult to access, and slow to implement. Through a participatory approach and the use of digital technology, this system is designed to enable people to convey their aspirations, criticisms, and suggestions online with guaranteed identity confidentiality. The results of the implementation showed a significant increase in the number of suggestions, a reduction in response time from seven to two working days, and a community satisfaction rate of 92.74%. The implementation of this system also forms a more open and participatory pattern of public communication between the community and local governments. This activity has practical, academic, and policy implications as a model for implementing digital participatory governance that supports the principles of good governance and digital transformation of public services.

This community service activity was carried out by lecturers of the College of Administrative Sciences (STIA) Satya Negara Palembang as part of fulfilling the obligations of the Tridarma of Higher Education, specifically in the aspect of community service. This program aims to increase citizen participation in public service evaluation by implementing a web-based digital suggestion box system at the Palembang City Tourism Office. This activity is motivated by the low effectiveness of conventional suggestion boxes, which are often less transparent, difficult to access, and slow to implement. Through a participatory approach and the use of digital technology, this system is designed to enable people to convey their aspirations, criticisms, and suggestions online with guaranteed identity confidentiality. The results of the implementation showed a significant increase in the number of suggestions, a reduction in response time from seven to two working days, and a community satisfaction rate of 92.74%. The implementation of this system also forms a more open and participatory pattern of public communication between the community and local governments. This activity has practical, academic, and policy implications as a model for implementing digital participatory governance that supports the principles of good governance and digital transformation of public services.

This study examines the application of the Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model in Natural and Social Sciences education to enhance environmental awareness among fifth-grade students at SDIT Wihdatul Ummah in Makassar City. The background of this research stems from the low environmental awareness observed among students, evidenced by behaviors such as littering, lack of concern for energy conservation, and minimal participation in school cleanliness activities. The study aimed to improve students' environmental consciousness by implementing the PjBL model, where students were tasked with creating environmental awareness posters. The research used a Classroom Action Research (CAR) method, which was carried out in two cycles, each consisting of three meetings. The stages of PjBL involved determining essential questions, project planning, scheduling, project implementation, result testing, and evaluation of experiences. Data collection was done through observations, attitude questionnaires, and documentation of student activities. The findings showed that the PjBL model successfully increased students' active participation, creativity in expressing environmental awareness through posters, and their practical actions toward environmental protection. The environmental awareness indicators, such as maintaining cleanliness, managing waste, conserving energy, understanding waste disposal systems, and using cleaning tools, significantly improved from Cycle I to Cycle II. The results indicate that the PjBL model is effective in enhancing environmental awareness while making the learning process more engaging and contextual for elementary school students.

This research aimed to determine the influence of human resource competence, accounting information systems, and internal control systems on financial performance at Obor Mas Credit Union. The research used a quantitative approach with a population of 110 permanent employees of Obor Mas Credit Union, while the sample was determined to be 52 respondents using the Slovin formula. Data were obtained through questionnaires distributed to respondents and processed using multiple linear regression analysis with the aid of statistical software. The research results indicated that human resource competence, accounting information systems, and internal control systems, both partially and simultaneously, did not have a significant impact on cooperative financial performance. This finding confirmed that improved financial performance was not solely determined by these three internal factors but rather requires more comprehensive strategic planning and managerial policies. This research was expected to contribute theoretically to the development of accounting science and serve as a practical consideration for credit union managers in improving the effectiveness of financial management.

The integration of Western psychology and Islamic perspectives has become an important issue in the development of contemporary science and education. The rapid advancement of modern psychology calls for a synthesis with the epistemological framework of Islam to be more contextual in addressing academic and practical needs, particularly in the fields of education, counseling, and character development. This article aims to answer the research question: How is the trend of integration between Western psychology and Islamic perspectives in the current literature, and what are the implications for Islamic education theory and practice? This study uses a literature review method with a qualitative approach. Articles were collected via Google Scholar and the Publish or Perish application using the keywords "integration of psychology" AND "Islamic education." From the initial 40 articles, the screening process resulted in 5 (five) articles that met the publication year criteria (2021–2025), topic relevance, and open access. The review results show three main themes: (1) epistemological integration emphasizing the Islamization of knowledge; (2) the application of Islamic psychology in education, counseling, and curriculum; and (3) conceptual and practical challenges in connecting Western psychology with the Islamic paradigm. This literature synthesis highlights the importance of an integrative framework to strengthen the relevance of Islamic psychology in both academic and social domains. Future studies need to expand empirical methodologies and deepen the development of cross-disciplinary applicative models.

Low frequency and minimal practicum facilities have become the main problems in the implementation of science learning at SMP Negeri 1 Sambi, Boyolali. According to the Minister of National Education Regulation Number 24 of 2007, the learning process requires facilities and infrastructure that support optimal implementation. The benefits of science practicum include increasing students’ motivation to learn science and providing opportunities for them to satisfy their curiosity through scientific approaches. The purpose of this research is to examine the implementation of science practicum and to evaluate the quality of the facilities and infrastructure of the science laboratory at SMP Negeri 1 Sambi, Boyolali. This study used a descriptive qualitative method with data collected through observation, documentation, interviews, and questionnaires. The results show that the quality of facilities and infrastructure for science practical activities at SMP Negeri 1 Sambi, Boyolali is classified as good, as stated in the Minister of National Education Regulation Number 24 of 2007, with an average percentage of 71.62%. The implementation of science practicum is categorized as very good, with an average percentage of 97.8%. The results of the questionnaire also show that 93.4% of the science practicums fall into the very good category, meaning that the implementation of science practicum for Grade VIII in the odd semester runs well.

The development of digital media and innovative learning models in Junior High School Science education reflects a sustained commitment to meeting the demands of 21st-century skills and improving the quality of science instruction. A comprehensive literature review (2019–2024) reveals the dominance of the Research and Development (R&D) approach, which consistently yields highly valid, practical, and effective digital resources, such as Augmented Reality (AR), Android-based applications, and interactive educational games. These digital tools are synergistically integrated with modern instructional models, including Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL), and Predict-Observe-Explain (POE), which are proven effective in increasing student engagement, enhancing cognitive outcomes, and honing essential competencies such as Science Process Skills (SPS) and Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS). Ultimately, this integration contributes significantly to overcoming learning difficulties in complex and abstract Science topics (e.g., the human digestive system) while also effectively addressing contemporary educational challenges, fostering meaningful learning experiences, and supporting long-term academic success for students.

Science process skills and conceptual mastery are two crucial aspects. Conceptual mastery involves understanding scientific concepts, while science process skills encompass the ability to conduct scientific work, apply concepts, predict and inquire, interpret and communicate, hypothesize, conclude, plan, and conduct experiments. The aim of this study is to determine the relationship between science process skills and conceptual mastery through practical methods. The research method employed is quantitative with a correlational design. The study population includes all 11th-grade MIPA students at SMA Negeri 1 Bumi Agung, Lampung, with cluster random sampling used to select Class XI MIPA 1 as the sample. Data collection involved observation sheets and tests. Data analysis was conducted using Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient. The correlation analysis began with testing prerequisites such as normality and linearity, confirming that the data were normally distributed and linear. The correlation between science process skills and conceptual mastery yielded an pearson correlation coefficient (r) of 0.940 with N = 32. The critical value (r-table) was 0.349. Since 0.940 > 0.349 and the significance value (2-tailed) was 0.00 < 0.05, H0 was rejected and H1 was accepted, indicating a very strong relationship between science process skills and conceptual mastery through practical methods. Theoretically, these findings affirm the importance of practice-based learning in strengthening conceptual understanding. Practically, the results recommend integrating structured laboratory activities to enhance students’ scientific inquiry skills and conceptual mastery.

This study aims to examine the influence of live streaming, affiliate marketing, and perceived price on purchase decisions with customer trust as a mediating variable among students of Universitas Proklamasi 45. This study used a quantitative approach with a purposive sampling technique to determine 100 respondents relevant to the research criteria. The research instrument in the form of a structured questionnaire was distributed to obtain primary data, then analyzed using the Partial Least Squares (PLS) path model as a statistical analysis method. The results showed that the variables of live streaming, affiliate marketing, and perceived price simultaneously had a positive and significant effect on customer trust. Furthermore, customer trust was proven to have a significant influence on purchase decisions, thus understanding that customer trust is an important factor in driving purchase decisions. However, other results showed that live streaming did not directly influence purchase decisions. However, when mediated by customer trust, the influence of live streaming on purchase decisions became significant. These findings provide theoretical contributions to the development of digital marketing science, particularly in understanding the mediating role of customer trust in consumer behavior. In addition, practical implications for business actors are the importance of building consumer trust through live streaming strategies, affiliate marketing, and appropriate price offers to improve purchase decisions.

The rapid advancement of science and technology requires universities to provide safe, comfortable, and representative learning facilities. One such initiative is the construction of a five-story lecture building at Dr. Soetomo University, designed with a steel structure as an alternative to reinforced concrete. Steel was chosen due to its high tensile strength, uniform material properties, lighter weight, ease of installation, and strong resistance to earthquake loads. This study aims to design a five-story lecture building with a steel structure that meets the requirements of strength, stability, and safety in accordance with applicable standards. The method applied is structural planning based on SNI 1729:2020, SNI 1727:2020, and SNI 1726:2019 using the Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) approach. Structural analysis was conducted with SAP2000 version 2014 through three-dimensional modeling that considers geometry, material properties, loading, and placement. The results show that the selected steel profiles for beams, columns, and connections are capable of supporting the combination of dead loads, live loads, and seismic loads with safe performance. The maximum stress remains below the allowable limit, and the deflection values do not exceed the permitted deviation. These findings confirm that steel provides efficiency in dimensions and materials while offering practicality and earthquake resistance, and the design produced can serve as a useful reference for future multi-story building projects in earthquake-prone regions.

This study analyzes the creative approach and communication methods employed by Afif Yulistian in creating content for his YouTube channel, PipVlog. The study's background stems from the rapid growth of digital media, which has created competition among content creators, where success is determined not only by visual appeal but also by the ability to engage with viewers. This research employed qualitative descriptive methods and collected data through observation, documentation, and in-depth interviews with key informants. The findings of this study indicate that Afif Yulistian focuses on creativity by selecting everyday themes relevant to his audience's lives, maintaining a consistent upload schedule, and adapting to viral trends as strategies to maintain content relevance. His creative process encompasses pre-production, production, and post-production stages, utilizing simple narratives, light editing, and humor. In terms of communication, Afif employs a casual, familiar, and friendly style, creating a genuine impression and strengthening emotional connections with viewers. His consistent personal branding also reinforces his image as an original and relatable creator. This study concludes that PipVlog's success is supported by a combination of creative strategies and efficient communication methods. These findings provide theoretical contributions to the field of communication science, particularly regarding new media and digital content strategy. From a practical perspective, the research findings can serve as a reference for content creators and creative industry professionals in developing relevant, adaptive strategies that can sustain their presence amidst competition on digital platforms.

This study aims to analyze the influence of work experience, professional skills, and work attitudes on employee performance at UD Rahayu Indah Kediri. This study uses a quantitative approach with a population of 76 respondents, which is also used as a sample through the saturated sampling method. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed with the help of Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) software version 25.0. The independent variables in this study include work experience, professional skills, and work attitudes, while the dependent variables are employee performance. The results of the analysis show that the three independent variables have a significant influence on employee performance. Work experience contributes to shaping work effectiveness and efficiency, professional skills play a role in improving quality and productivity, while work attitudes affect individual motivation and responsibility in carrying out tasks. These findings indicate that improving employee performance can be achieved through strengthening work experience, developing professional skills, and forming a positive work attitude. This research provides practical implications for company management to design human resource development strategies that focus on improving competencies and work behaviors. Thus, companies can create a productive and highly competitive work environment.

Higher education institutions play a strategic role in building a quality education ecosystem by strengthening the competency of human resources, particularly educators. As a higher education institution, Batang Hari Islamic University is required to ensure that its lecturers possess the skills to meet the ever-changing developments in science and technology, as well as the needs of society. To address these challenges, community service activities are being implemented to enhance the capacity of lecturers, enabling them to support the creation of a superior and competitive higher education ecosystem. These activities are implemented through various methods, such as workshops, training, and participatory mentoring. The primary focus is on improving digital literacy, mastery of innovative learning methods, scientific publication skills, and quality-based research and community service management. With this approach, lecturers not only gain new knowledge but also practical skills that can be directly applied in daily academic processes. The results of these activities demonstrate a significant increase in lecturers' insights and skills, particularly in the use of digital-based learning technologies, increased productivity of scientific work, and the expansion of academic networks with various partners. These changes contribute to the growth of a more dynamic, collaborative, and innovative academic culture. Overall, these activities have had a positive impact on Batang Hari Islamic University by fostering an academic environment that is responsive to changing times. In this way, universities not only strengthen their competitiveness at the national level, but also have the potential to improve their position on the global stage through competent, creative, and quality-oriented lecturers.

In the digital era, teachers must not only master technology but also develop strong strong information literacy to support thoughtful, responsible, and contextually relevant pedagogical practices. This study aims to identify comprehensive strategies to enhance teachers’ information literacy as part of their professional development. Using a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), ten empirical studies published within the past five years were selected from Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar, employing the PRISMA protocol and Boolean search techniques. Thematic analysis revealed five key strategies: integrating digital media into teaching, providing professional development programs, fostering collaborative learning communities, promoting innovative and reflective information use, and strengthening policy support. These strategies collectively foster teachers’ ability to think reflectively, act responsibly in information use, and apply contextually grounded pedagogical approaches in their classrooms. The study concludes that improving teachers’ information literacy requires a multidimensional approach that combines pedagogical innovation, continuous digital training, and institutional backing. The proposed framework offers practical insights for schools, policymakers, and teacher educators in designing adaptive, sustainable, and context-sensitive models for teacher professional growth in the digital age.

This study investigates how transformational leadership, work motivation, and human resource (HR) human resources training influence employee performance across various industrial sectors in Indonesia. Improving employee performance is crucial for organizational success in an increasingly dynamic business environment. This study utilizes a quantitative survey method and involves 200 people from the manufacturing, service, and trade sectors. The data was analyzed using multiple linear regression after being collected through questionnaires. Research shows that human resource training, work motivation, and transformational leadership simultaneously and partially have a positive and significant effect on employee performance. The results indicate that organizations must enhance their inspiring leadership styles, boost employee morale through internal and external approaches, and implement sustainable training programs to improve their employees' skills. This study provides a theoretical basis for the advancement of human resource management science and offers practical benefits for human resource managers and practitioners in improving organizational efficiency.

Pesantren, as an Islamic educational institution that has long been a center of religious learning and character development, has great potential in advancing entrepreneurship based on local wisdom. The role of pesantren is not only limited to teaching religious studies, but also includes coaching students to have economic independence and competitiveness in the midst of the Times. Local wisdom that grows around pesantren can be an important capital in developing businesses that are relevant to the needs of the community. However, optimizing the function of pesantren in producing students who are independent and able to compete still faces various challenges. One of the main obstacles is the development of Human Resources (HR) which is not only oriented to mastering the theory, but also on practical skills and understanding of local values. Without the right strategy, such great potential is difficult to realize sustainably. This study aims to explore strategies that can be applied in the development of human resources in order to improve the performance of local wisdom-based entrepreneurship in the boarding school. The research method used is a qualitative approach with case studies on several boarding schools that have succeeded in forming productive business units by utilizing local potential, such as agriculture, fisheries, crafts, and food product processing. Research findings indicate that several crucial factors in building entrepreneurial human resources in pesantren include: strengthening character and work ethic, hands-on practice-based training in the field, collaboration with local business actors for knowledge transfer and market networking, as well as historical and philosophical understanding of local wisdom values. The success of entrepreneurship development in pesantren depends on the integration of spiritual aspects, practical skills, and knowledge about the potential of the region. Based on the results of the study, an integrated entrepreneurship training model that combines science, faith, and concrete action is recommended. This Model is expected to produce great pesantren entrepreneurs, competitive, and able to adapt and face global challenges without leaving their identity and noble values.

This study aims to understand how learning about rainbows can improve elementary school students' understanding of basic science concepts, particularly regarding the refraction of light and the color spectrum. The concept of rainbows is an important part of Natural Science (IPA) lessons because it involves optical phenomena that can be directly observed and related to students' daily experiences. In this study, the method used is a literature study, namely by collecting, reviewing, and analyzing various relevant library sources, such as scientific articles, textbooks, and educational journals that discuss the topic of science learning and the rainbow phenomenon. The results of this study indicate that learning about rainbows can be done through various interactive and fun approaches, such as through practical experiments using prisms, water droplets, or other simple media that can demonstrate the process of refraction of white light into a color spectrum. In addition, the use of visual media such as images, animated videos, and digital simulations has also proven effective in helping students understand the process of rainbow formation more concretely. Creative activities such as drawing rainbows, making color models, or role-playing as light and water droplets can also increase active student participation and make learning more enjoyable. This study also emphasizes the importance of integrating rainbow learning into the elementary school science curriculum systematically and contextually. Rainbow materials not only introduce scientific concepts in a fun way, but also develop critical thinking, observation, and experimental skills in children. With the right approach, this learning can foster students' interest in science from an early age. Therefore, the results of this study are expected to contribute positively to the development of more effective, creative, and developmentally appropriate science learning methods for elementary school students.

The presence of a strong trademark is also a determining factor for the success of a business in today's digital era. An attractive and professional brand design can differentiate the products or services sold from what competitors offer. However, not all business actors, especially enterpreneur activists, have sufficient knowledge and resources to create a quality brand design. Therefore, it is essential to enhance the capabilities of entrepreneurs in consistently producing appealing and effective brand designs. One practical approach is to promote the use of user-friendly graphic design tools, such as Canva, through awareness and outreach programs. With Canva, enterpreneur players can create professional brand designs without the need to have in-depth graphic design skills. The primary aim of this study is to enhance entrepreneurs' skills in designing appealing and professional trademarks by promoting the use of the Canva application through socialization efforts. This research is anticipated to offer the following advantages:: First, increasing the knowledge of enterpreneur about the importance of trademark design. Second, increasing the ability of enterpreneur to use Canva's basic features in creating brand designs. Third, helping enterpreneur in creating brand designs that match the identity of their business profile. This research was conducted in several stages: preparation, implementation, and evaluation. The expected output of this research is an increase in the capacity of enterpreneur stakeholders. After attending the training, the ability of enterpreneur players in Bedug Village, Pangka Sub-district, Tegal Regency to create brand designs increased significantly. New brand designs: new brand designs that are more attractive and professional were created by the trainee enterpreneur. Scientific Publication: The research results can be published in the form of scientific papers or seminar reports to enrich the repertoire of science.  

This study aims to develop and produce a product used as a learning medium in grade V, namely a learning video media based on the Canva application in the Science lesson Harmony in Ecosystems to improve student learning outcomes. This type of research and development (RnD) uses the ADDIE model which includes analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The instrument used is a questionnaire. The product developed must go through a validity test conducted to determine the feasibility, effectiveness and practicality before being used in learning. The feasibility test was obtained from the review of media experts obtaining a score of 90% and material experts obtained 85% in the very feasible category, the practicality of this media was obtained from the review of practitioner experts with a score of 96% in the very practical category. The effectiveness of the learning media product was obtained from the results of student tests that before using the product, 6 out of 29 students completed with a percentage of 20% completion, after using the product the percentage increased to 93% experiencing an increase of 73% with a total of 27 out of 29 students completing. This shows that the media developed is effective in improving student understanding as seen from student learning outcomes. The developed media is feasible, practical, and effective for use in the Harmony in Ecosystems learning material.

This Study aims to examine the influence of leadership and work discipline on employee performance at PT. Agro Afiat Nusantara in Barito Kuala, a non-subsidized fertilizer distribution company operating in South Kalimantan. The research focuses on two main variables: leadership and work discipline, both of which are theoretically considered essential in improving employee performance. A quantitative approach was employed, with data collected through questionnaires distributed to all 30 employees using a saturated sampling method. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression with the assistance of SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) version 27. The analysis revealed that (1) leadership, when tested partially, does not have a significant effect on employee performance; (2) in contrast, work discipline has a positive and significant effect; and (3) simultaneously, both variables significantly contribute to enhancing performance. These findings highlight the crucial role of consistent and structured work discipline particularly in terms of punctuality, responsibility, and adherence to rules as a key factor in supporting employee performance. Practically, the study suggests a reassessment of the leadership style applied within the company and emphasizes the need to strengthen a culture of discipline as part of a sustainable human resource management strategy.