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Semantics is a branch of linguistics that studies meaning in language, whether implied in words, phrases, or sentences. In literary works such as songs, the use of language often contains multiple or symbolic meanings that may cause ambiguity for listeners. This becomes problematic when the audience interprets the lyrics differently from the songwriter’s intent. The song "Lihat, Dengar, Rasakan" by Sheila On 7 is an example of lyrics rich in meaning and symbolism, making it an interesting subject for semantic analysis. The aim of this study is to uncover and explain the lexical and grammatical meanings contained within the lyrics so that the message conveyed can be understood more thoroughly and deeply. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method with observation, note-taking, and content analysis techniques. The results show a total of 17 lexical meaning data and 17 grammatical meaning data in the song lyrics. The lexical meanings consist of 10 synonymy data, 4 antonymy data, 2 homonymy data, 4 hyponymy data, 4 polysemy data, 3 ambiguity data, and 2 redundancy data. Meanwhile, the grammatical  meanings include 11 affixation data, 2 reduplication data, and 5 composition data. These findings reveal that the lyrics of "Lihat, Dengar, Rasakan" are rich in complex meanings, both lexically and grammatically. The conclusion of this research is that semantic analysis can unveil the deeper layers of meaning within song lyrics, helping listeners grasp the moral message, social critique, and spiritual values hidden behind the poetic language used by the songwriter.

This research is motivated by the discovery of several problems in learning Social Sciences at MTs Asy-Syafiiyah Gondang Tulungagung. This greatly influences the learning process for both teachers and students in the subject of Social Sciences. The purpose of this study is: To determine the problems faced in the process of learning Social Studies at MTs Asy-Syafiiyah Gondang Tulungagung in the 2024/2025 Academic Year along with efforts to overcome problems in the process of learning Social Studies at MTs Asy-Syafiiyah Gondang Tulungagung. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method using in-depth interviews, participant observation and documentation as a form of data collection, data sources in the study. The problems faced in the Social Studies learning process include learning methods that are less interesting and interactive, lack of learning motivation from students, lack of training or workshops for teachers, limited supporting facilities in the learning process, and less than optimal learning evaluation.

This conceptual study examines the implementation of the Project-Based Learning (PBL) model, supported by digital media tools such as Simplebooklet and Canva, in Social Studies learning for sixth-grade students at SDN 1 Bangoan. The study arises from the need for contextual, engaging, and student-centred learning as a response to the typically theoretical and less interactive nature of Social Studies instruction. Through the integration of digital media, students can engage in meaningful projects that foster critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and digital literacy. The learning process includes stages such as problem formulation, project planning, product development, and reflection. This study presents a conceptual overview showing that implementing the PjBL model with the support of Simplebooklet and Canva can enhance student engagement and strengthen understanding of the subject matter.

 This study aims to describe the implementation of Islamic education in the teachings of Tarjumah Jam'iyah Rifa'iyah in Luwihan Hamlet, Kalikajar District, Wonosobo Regency. Qualitative setting field research takes the object of the implementation of Islamic education in the teachings of Tarjumah Jam'iyah Rifa'iyah, located in Luwihan Hamlet, Kalikajar District, Wonosobo Regency for two months from March to April 2025, with research subjects including the congregation of the sect, community leaders, and religious leaders. Data were obtained through interviews, observations, and documentation to then be analyzed descriptively. The results of the research show that the Tarjumah teachings are a legacy of K.H. Ahmad Rifa'i's thoughts which emphasize three main principles in Islamic education, namely the formation of strong faith, the development of noble morals (akhlaqul karimah), and the practice of Islamic law as a whole (kaffah). This concept not only emphasizes theoretical or cognitive aspects, but also focuses on the formation of real character and behavior in accordance with Islamic values ​​in everyday life. The implementation of Islamic education in this teaching is carried out through various religious activities that are integrated with community life, such as regular religious studies in mosques, prayer rooms, or residents' homes, with the main material in the form of Javanese tarjumah books containing Islamic teachings in the form of nadham, including aqidah, worship, muamalah, and manners. In addition, the implementation of congregational worship such as the five daily prayers, dhuha prayers, and dhikr activities, are also effective educational media. This fact shows the harmony between teaching, habituation, and exemplary behavior, where Islamic values ​​are not only taught, but are manifested in social interactions in society through joint religious activities, traditions of mutual assistance, concern for the environment, and efforts to maintain social harmony. Thus, Islamic education in the teachings of Tarjumah Jam’iyah Rifa’iyah has proven to be able to form a society that is religious, has character, and consistently practices Islamic teachings in everyday life. This finding leads to the direction of future research to examine more widely the comparative implementation of tarjumah teachings in other regions and its impact on positive social change in more depth.

This research is specifically designed to explore how the use of digital cartography is applied in Social Sciences learning at the Elementary School level. Digital cartography is a technology that visualizes spatial data, making it easier for teachers and students to understand the concept of location, area, and relationships between spaces more realistically. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with subjects of one fifth grade teacher and 25 students in an elementary school. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings of the study indicate that the use of digital map media such as Google Earth, online thematic maps, and MAPENA (Children's Map Media) can improve students' understanding of spatial material, while motivating them to play an active role in learning. Teachers also consider digital cartography to be very helpful in delivering social studies material, especially related to geography. This study suggests the integration of digital map technology into lesson plans and project-based thematic learning.

This study aims to describe the implementation of Islamic education in the teachings of Tarjumah Jam'iyah Rifa'iyah in Luwihan Hamlet, Kalikajar District, Wonosobo Regency. Qualitative setting field research takes the object of the implementation of Islamic education in the teachings of Tarjumah Jam'iyah Rifa'iyah, located in Luwihan Hamlet, Kalikajar District, Wonosobo Regency for two months from March to April 2025, with research subjects including the congregation of the sect, community leaders, and religious leaders. Data were obtained through interviews, observations, and documentation to then be analyzed descriptively. The results of the research show that the Tarjumah teachings are a legacy of K.H. Ahmad Rifa'i's thoughts which emphasize three main principles in Islamic education, namely the formation of strong faith, the development of noble morals (akhlaqul karimah), and the practice of Islamic law as a whole (kaffah). This concept not only emphasizes theoretical or cognitive aspects, but also focuses on the formation of real character and behavior in accordance with Islamic values ​​in everyday life. The implementation of Islamic education in this teaching is carried out through various religious activities that are integrated with community life, such as regular religious studies in mosques, prayer rooms, or residents' homes, with the main material in the form of Javanese tarjumah books containing Islamic teachings in the form of nadham, including aqidah, worship, muamalah, and manners. In addition, the implementation of congregational worship such as the five daily prayers, dhuha prayers, and dhikr activities, are also effective educational media. This fact shows the harmony between teaching, habituation, and exemplary behavior, where Islamic values ​​are not only taught, but are manifested in social interactions in society through joint religious activities, traditions of mutual assistance, concern for the environment, and efforts to maintain social harmony. Thus, Islamic education in the teachings of Tarjumah Jam’iyah Rifa’iyah has proven to be able to form a society that is religious, has character, and consistently practices Islamic teachings in everyday life. This finding leads to the direction of future research to examine more widely the comparative implementation of tarjumah teachings in other regions and its impact on positive social change in more depth.  

Student learning outcomes in Social Studies (IPS) at Class 7H MTsN 1 Kota Kediri were initially low, due to the use of less interactive lecture methods. This led to low student motivation and difficulty in understanding the material. This study aims to improve students' learning outcomes in Social Studies through the application of the cooperative learning model Teams Games Tournament (TGT). The research employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) using the Kemmis and McTaggart model conducted in two cycles. The subjects were 33 students of Class 7H. Data collection techniques included tests, observation, and questionnaires. The results showed an improvement in student learning outcomes across each cycle. The average score increased from 64.84 in the pre-cycle to 79.24 in cycle I, and reached 94.27 in cycle II. The percentage of mastery learning also improved from 3.03% to 81.82%, and finally reached 100%. Therefore, the TGT learning model proved to be effective in improving students’ learning outcomes in Social Studies.

This study aims to determine the influence of digital comic learning media KLIK (Financial Literacy Comics) on cognitive learning outcomes in social studies subjects of grade VII students of SMP Negeri 22 Malang. The approach used in this study is a quantitative approach. The type of research used is an experimental type of research with a Posttest Only Control Group Design research design. The population in this study is all grade VII students of SMP Negeri 22 Malang with the sample used, namely grade VII B students as the experimental class and grade VII G as the control class. The instrument used to measure students' cognitive learning outcomes is test questions. The data analysis techniques used in this study were data instrument tests with validity tests and reliability tests, prerequisite tests with normality tests and homogeneity tests, and hypothesis tests using t-tests. The results of the study showed that there was a partial influence of digital comic learning media KLIK (Financial Literacy Comics) on students' cognitive learning outcomes. This is evidenced by the results of data analysis with the help  of SPSS 22 for Windows which shows 0.000 < 0.05 which means that H0 is rejected and H1 is accepted.

The purpose of this research is to determine the factors causing learning difficulties experienced by eighth-grade students. This research is motivated by the symptoms that occur in students during history learning. Symptoms often experienced by students include getting bored quickly, difficulty concentrating, laziness, drowsiness, and saturation during history learning. In contrast, only a few students experience learning difficulties in other social studies subjects like economics and geography. This research uses a qualitative approach and descriptive research type. There are three data collection techniques used in this research: observation, interviews, and documentation. Observations are conducted directly by the researcher to obtain valid data. The data analysis technique used includes data condensation, data display, and drawing conclusions.

This study aims to address the low interest in learning among students in the Social Studies subject at SMPN 1 Ngunut, caused by monotonous conventional teaching methods. The field trip method is implemented to provide direct learning experiences, linking theory to real practice. The research problem includes the influence of the field trip method on the interest in learning Social Studies among eighth-grade students. Using an associative quantitative approach, the research population consists of 386 students, with a sample of 40 students selected randomly. Data were collected through interviews, questionnaires, and documentation, and analyzed using simple linear regression. The results indicate a positive and significant influence of the field trip method on students' interest in learning Social Studies, with a strong effect of 64.2%. The t-value (7.935) exceeds the critical t-value (2.02439) with a significance level of 0.00, thus the alternative hypothesis is accepted. The correlation coefficient (R) of 0.790 indicates a strong relationship, meaning that the application of this method increases students' interest in studying Social Studies.

The development of tourist villages is one of the strategic efforts to maximize local potential while improving community welfare. Tourist villages not only focus on the exploration of natural and cultural resources but also involve local communities as the main subjects in management. Tanjungsari Village, Sadananya District, Ciamis Regency, has natural tourism potential that can be developed into a tourist village, one of which is Curug Panganten which is a water tourism. However, it has not run optimally, several problems have hampered its development, such as the lack of competent tourist village managers and the absence of village regulations (Perdes) as a legal basis for tourism management. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and literature studies. The data obtained were analyzed to understand the characteristics and obstacles faced in the development of tourist villages. The results of the study show that the potential for Curug Panganten tourism in Tanjungsari Village has not been managed optimally due to the lack of human resources trained in tourism management and the absence of regulations that systematically regulate tourism management and development. In addition, community involvement and support from the local government still need to be improved to create a sustainable tourist village. The hope for the future is that the formation of Perdes can be the first step in realizing a more structured tourism management, followed by training for tourism managers to increase capacity and professionalism. With clear regulations and good management, Tanjungsari Village is expected to develop into a competitive tourist destination and provide economic and social benefits for the local community.

This study aims to determine the influence of the Project Based Learning (PjBL) learning model on students' creative thinking skills in Social Sciences (IPS) subjects at SMP Negeri 8 Gorontalo. Creative thinking skills are one of the 21st century skills that need to be developed in the learning process, especially in social studies lessons that require analysis and solving social problems. This study employed a quantitative approach utilizing primary data from questionnaires distributed to students at SMP Negeri 8 Gorontalo. The sample consisted of 30 respondents, and the data analysis was performed using simple linear regression. The analysis shows that the t-count for the project-based learning model variable is 6.060. To determine whether Ho is confirmed or rejected, the t-table was calculated at a 5% statistical significance level, resulting in a t-table of 1.701. The comparison indicates that the t-count is greater than the t-table. This leads to the rejection of Ho, implying a significant effect of the project-based learning model on students' creative thinking skills.

The purpose of this study is to determine and describe quantitative data on the effect of learning discipline on social studies learning outcomes in grade V. This study uses a quantitative approach with a Pre-Experimental Design type of research. The experimental design used is One-Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The population and sample in this study were grade V students with a total of 20 students. The data collection techniques used were observation and testing. The data analysis techniques used were descriptive statistical analysis and inferential statistical analysis. The results of this study indicate that the application of learning discipline has an effect on student learning outcomes. This can be seen in the difference in the average number of learning outcomes before applying learning discipline (pretest) of only 54.37. While the average number of learning outcomes after applying discipline (posttest) was 83.43. And the results of the inferential statistical analysis using the t test showed that the t-count value obtained was 7.935. Degrees of freedom (db) = 20 - 1 = 19 with a significance level of 0.05 obtained t table = 2.093. So, tcount > ttable or 7.935 > 2.093, then the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected and the alternative hypothesis (H1) is accepted. This means that the application of learning discipline has an effect on student learning outcomes in the subject of social studies class V SDN Wadukopa.

The use of persuasion theory is extremely important in daily life. Persuasion is crucial in situations other than marketing campaigns or political campaigns. Disseminating information to the general public and researching shifts in social norms and values both require persuasion. Aristotle's rhetorical triangle—ethos, pathos, and logos—is one of the persuasive techniques that have a significant impact on the communication industry. Aristotle's rhetorical triangle has been the subject of numerous studies, but few have addressed the problem of message delivery, particularly in digital public service announcements. The writer was encouraged to hold an ABDIMAS activity entitled "The application of Aristotle's rhetoric as a persuasive strategy for public service messages by Gen Alpha" at SMA Fons Vitae 1 Matraman, East Jakarta. The participants who attended were 22 people, 11 men, and 11 women, a combination of students from grades X to XII who were members of the English Club. The ABDIMAS activity which was held on Thursday, March 13, 2025, combined lecture technique and direct practice. From the results of the practice, it was found that all participants were able to apply Aristotle's rhetorical triangle persuasion strategy, with the most dominant strategy used being logos.

Poverty in Makassar City is a multidimensional problem that not only covers economic, but also social and cultural aspects. The Family Hope Program (PKH) was initiated as a conditional social assistance intervention to ease the burden on poor families through increased access to education and health. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of PKH in improving the welfare of poor families in Makassar, identify socio-cultural factors that affect the success of the program, and explore the obstacles faced by beneficiaries and social companions. A descriptive qualitative approach was used with research subjects including 10 beneficiary families and 3 social companions. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and document studies, then analyzed thematically using an inductive approach. The results of the study show that PKH contributes significantly to reducing the economic burden of families, especially in meeting children's educational and health needs. The success of the program is influenced by the role of social companions who are communicative and adaptive to the local cultural context. However, complicated bureaucracy, limited access to public services, inaccurate recipient data, and social stigma are the main obstacles that hinder the effectiveness of the program. Awareness and active participation of beneficiaries in carrying out program obligations are also the key to success. The research concludes that PKH needs to be supported by simplifying administrative procedures, strengthening the capacity of companions, and culturally sensitive approaches to increase the impact of programs in poverty alleviation in Makassar City.  

Islamic religious education not only functions to shape the faith and morals of students, but also has a strategic role in encouraging independence and economic empowerment of the community. This study aims to analyze the role of Islamic religious education in Padangsidimpuan District. Hutaimbaru , Contribution of economic empowerment to the Hutaimbaru community , as well as supporting and inhibiting factors of economic empowerment for the Hutaimbaru community . This study uses a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. The research subjects include religious leaders, educators or instructors of Islamic Religious Education, community leaders, and micro-entrepreneurs who were selected purposively based on their involvement in religious and economic activities. Data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews, field observations, and documentation as supporting data. Data analysis was carried out through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions, with data validity maintained through triangulation techniques. The results of the study indicate that Islamic religious education plays a role in instilling the values of hard work, honesty, responsibility, and entrepreneurial spirit which are the foundation for strengthening the people's economy. Optimization is carried out through religious studies, religious guidance, social preaching, and strengthening Islamic economic values in everyday life. Obstacles faced include limited capital, low business skills, and less than optimal sustainable mentoring. Therefore, synergy is needed between educational institutions, religious leaders, and the government to strengthen the economic empowerment of the people based on Islamic values.

This study aims to analyze the effect of teacher guidance, teacher creativity, and teacher innovation on students' ability to work on projects (Project Based Learning) in social studies subjects in class VII SMP Negeri 6 Bulukumba. This study used a quantitative approach with total sampling technique, involving 49 students from two classes. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using multiple regression, t-test, and F-test through SPSS 26. The results showed that teacher guidance, teacher creativity, and teacher innovation each had a positive and significant effect on student ability. Simultaneously, the three variables also had a significant influence on students' ability to do social studies projects.

The purpose of this study is to develop illustrated story media to increase interest in learning social studies subjects for grade IV students of SDN Inpres Rabakodo. This study uses the R&D method, to develop illustrated story media as a learning media for social studies for grade IV elementary school students. By using the Borg and Gall model which includes 5 stages, namely potential and problems, collecting data, product design, product validation, and design revision. The results of the study showed that the validity of the illustrated story media from 4 media and material validators obtained an average score of 83.26 categorized as very feasible. The questionnaire response of limited test students showed the practicality of the illustrated story media with an average score of 85.16 categorized as very practical. The results of the development of illustrated story media carried out by measuring student learning interest were 82%, compared to before the use of the story media, student learning interest was only 45%. This means that the results of the development can significantly increase student learning interest

The purpose of this study is to develop illustrated story media to increase interest in learning social studies subjects for grade IV students of SDN Inpres Rabakodo. This study uses the R&D method, to develop illustrated story media as a learning media for social studies for grade IV elementary school students. By using the Borg and Gall model which includes 5 stages, namely potential and problems, collecting data, product design, product validation, and design revision. The results of the study showed that the validity of the illustrated story media from 4 media and material validators obtained an average score of 83.26 categorized as very feasible. The questionnaire response of limited test students showed the practicality of the illustrated story media with an average score of 85.16 categorized as very practical. The results of the development of illustrated story media carried out by measuring student learning interest were 82%, compared to before the use of the story media, student learning interest was only 45%. This means that the results of the development can significantly increase student learning interest

This study aims to determine the effect of lifestyle on student learning outcomes in social studies at SMPN 5 Satu Atap Wonosari, Boalemo Regency, Gorontalo Province. The study employed a quantitative survey method. Primary data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 36 students of SMPN 5 Satu Atap Wonosari, Boalemo Regency, Gorontalo Province. The data were analyzed using a simple linear regression method. The findings indicated that lifestyle influenced 62% of the students' learning outcomes in social science subject at SMPN 5 Satu Atap Wonosari, Boalemo Regency, Gorontalo Province.