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This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Poetry Album as a learning medium for teaching poetry writing to eighth-grade students in Cilacap Regency, Indonesia. Utilizing a qualitative exploratory approach, the research was conducted in three public junior high schools, involving 192 students and three Indonesian language teachers. Data were collected through participatory observations, semi-structured interviews, and documentation of students' works, and were analyzed using Miles and Huberman's interactive analysis model. The results indicate that 96-98% of students enjoyed using this media, and the average scores of students' poetry ranged from 82 to 88. These findings suggest that the Poetry Album can enhance students' motivation, emotional engagement, and poetry writing skills. Furthermore, this media has proven effective in enriching the learning process aesthetically and creatively, in line with Rosenblatt's (1995) aesthetic response theory and Vygotsky's (1978) constructivist theory. Thus, the Poetry Album is relevant for aesthetic-based literary learning in secondary schools.

This study is a literature review aimed at examining the effectiveness of the guided inquiry model based on STEM in enhancing students’ critical thinking skills. The guided inquiry model provides a structured framework for students to explore problems under teacher guidance, while the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) approach promotes interdisciplinary, contextual, and practical learning. Through an analysis of various relevant articles and scholarly journals, the findings indicate that the implementation of the guided inquiry model integrated with STEM consistently improves students' critical thinking abilities, particularly in areas such as analysis, evaluation, and reasoning. The study also highlights the crucial role of teachers as active facilitators in the learning process and the need for adequate resources to effectively apply this approach. The results of this review are expected to serve as a reference for educators and researchers in developing innovative and 21st-century-oriented learning strategies.

Low student learning motivation is one of the main obstacles that affect the smoothness and success of the learning process. To overcome this, a classroom management strategy is needed that not only focuses on technical management, but also considers the psychological aspects of students. This paper reviews the application of management strategies based on psychological principles in order to improve student learning motivation. Through this approach, teachers are expected to be able to recognize differences in student characteristics, help them manage their emotions, and create a positive and supportive learning atmosphere. The strategies discussed include individual understanding, providing appropriate learning encouragement, improving learning skills, managing emotions, and constructive assessments. The results of the discussion show that psychology-based management strategies are able to foster intrinsic learning motivation, increase student involvement in the classroom, and create a conducive learning climate. Thus, this approach can be used as an alternative solution in efforts to improve the quality of education.

Differentiated learning is an approach that adapts the learning process to the needs, interests, and abilities of each student so that they can learn optimally according to their own style and pace. This approach aims to create a more meaningful learning experience, allowing each student to develop their potential to the fullest, and building an inclusive and equitable environment where all learners have the same opportunity to thrive. With a more dynamic learning atmosphere, students feel valued and supported in their academic journey. To implement differentiated learning effectively, teachers must have the skills to identify individual student needs, design flexible learning strategies, and create teaching materials that can be accessed and understood by all students. With this approach, the effectiveness of learning increases, while encouraging students to be more active, confident, and independent in exploring knowledge.

This study delves into the fascinating interplay between creativity development, literacy-based learning, and the creative writing skills of young students. We all know that nurturing creativity in early childhood is crucial for shaping personality and cognitive growth. By tapping into local wisdom and integrating digital literacy technologies, the researchers have found that writing instruction becomes more engaging and meaningful for the students. The results are quite compelling - learning media that resonate with the students significantly boost their writing abilities while also shaping their character. This comprehensive study employs both qualitative and quantitative approaches, leaving no stone unturned in its quest to understand this dynamic process. The key takeaway? When we empower students with creativity-driven, tech-savvy instruction, their creative writing skills truly soar.

This activity is a form of community service aimed at enhancing students’ creativity and innovation through hands-on training in making aromatherapy candles based on entrepreneurial principles. In this program, students received direct guidance on the process of creating aromatherapy candles, including selecting materials, blending scents, and molding the final product. Beyond technical skills, students were introduced to basic entrepreneurial concepts to encourage creative and innovative thinking in developing valuable products. Through a practical and interactive approach, this activity successfully improved students’ creative skills and built their confidence in expressing new ideas. The results show an increase in students’ understanding of the importance of innovation in entrepreneurial endeavors. Overall, this program had a positive impact on shaping students’ entrepreneurial spirit and enhancing their ability to think creatively, serving as valuable preparation for future challenges.

Assessment is an integral part of the learning process that functions to determine the extent to which learning objectives have been achieved. This article discusses the assessment of cognitive and psychomotor domains in reading comprehension material with a focus on evaluative thinking. The main focus in evaluative reading is the ability of students to assess, criticize, and provide responses to information or texts read. Cognitive assessment is directed at measuring analytical, synthesis, and evaluation skills, while psychomotor assessment touches on aspects of real skills such as delivering oral responses or making written summaries. This study is expected to be a reference for educators in compiling holistic and balanced assessment instruments.

The purpose of this study was to illuminate how students understand various types of sentences, especially single sentences, compound sentences, and compound sentences, and to develop and implement flipbooks as a learning aid in grade V of SD Negeri 12 Kota Langsa. This study was conducted through a qualitative approach using observation, interviews, and documentation to collect data. The results showed that conventional learning methods and the lack of interactive media caused most students to still have difficulty in distinguishing the structure and use of sentence types. There is evidence that the use of visual and interactive flipbook media can improve students' understanding and encourage them to actively participate in the learning process. Flipbooks are able to create a more interesting and meaningful learning environment, despite technical constraints such as limited digital devices. This study found that flipbooks are an effective alternative for teaching Indonesian to elementary school students by improving their language skills.

The purpose of this study was to illuminate how students understand various types of sentences, especially single sentences, compound sentences, and compound sentences, and to develop and implement flipbooks as a learning aid in grade V of SD Negeri 12 Kota Langsa. This study was conducted through a qualitative approach using observation, interviews, and documentation to collect data. The results showed that conventional learning methods and the lack of interactive media caused most students to still have difficulty in distinguishing the structure and use of sentence types. There is evidence that the use of visual and interactive flipbook media can improve students' understanding and encourage them to actively participate in the learning process. Flipbooks are able to create a more interesting and meaningful learning environment, despite technical constraints such as limited digital devices. This study found that flipbooks are an effective alternative for teaching Indonesian to elementary school students by improving their language skills.

The development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in the education sector has undergone major changes. These changes bring great opportunities to change the learning process to be more personal, effective, and inclusive. The purpose of this journal is to analyze the potential and challenges that need to be faced in the application of AI in education so that it can run optimally. The method used in this study is the literature review method of various recent studies that discuss the use of AI in education, The results of the study show that AI has great potential to improve the personalization of learning and educational efficiency. However, there are number of significant challenges, such as limited infrastructure, privacy and data security issues, resistance from educators and students, and the digital divide that still occurs in several regions. Therefore, a strategy is needed that includes a academic laziness that reduces learning motivation, constraints on AI contextual knowledge, Inability to process complex information, loss of literacy skills, amd the risk of addiction to AI technology. With a planned and sustainable strategy, AI has great potential to improve the quality of national education and also reduce the dangers that may arise from the modern technological era.

The Surabaya Mengajar Batch 7 Program aims to study the profile of SD Negeri Manukan Kulon VI, the vision and mission implemented, the organizational structure and work procedures of the school, the culture and values ​​adopted, the activities of general and special teachers, the student learning process, and formal ceremonial activities. The Surabaya Mengajar Batch 7 Program will run from February to June 2025. The purpose of this program is to provide teaching experience, broaden horizons, training and development of skills, independence, responsibility, and the ability to develop professionalism in the field of teaching or education. The program will also provide opportunities for students to apply their own discoveries. At SD Negeri Manukan Kulon VI, the Surabaya Mengajar Batch 7 Program runs from September 10 to June 2, 2024. To start the Surabaya Mengajar Program work program, observations were carried out both physically and non-physically to see how the school looks as a whole, including facilities, infrastructure, teaching materials, and other learning equipment. Based on the results of the observations, a schedule was made for the preparation and implementation of the Surabaya Mengajar Program. With the Surabaya Mengajar Program at SD Negeri Manukan Kulon VI, students can improve their teaching skills, implement activity programs that aim to optimize the potential in schools, provide opportunities for students to learn and recognize problems in schools related to the learning process and school administration, and exchange knowledge, skills, and attitude values ​​that have been learned in real life at school.

The purpose of this research is to reveal Arabic language learning through an Arabic language intensification program based on using the peer tutoring method. The problem in this study is that students in the Arabic language education study program at the Darul A'mal Islamic Institute of Lampung as Arabic language learners have uneven Arabic language competencies, this is due to different educational backgrounds including modern Islamic boarding schools, Salaf, and non-Islamic boarding schools. The method used in this study is field research supported by data collection techniques, namely observation, interviews, and documentation, all data obtained are studied using anthropolinguistic theory. The main data sources in the study are management, lecturers, and students. This study succeeded in revealing that the success of the implementation of the peer tutoring-based Arabic language intensification program is supported by implementing three aspects, namely performance, indexicality, and participation, where this concept emphasizes the implementation of active interaction between lecturers and students in the Arabic language learning process and practicing Arabic by involving socio-culture and native Arabic speakers in it. Then the factors that support the success of students in learning Arabic are having grammatical competence, communicative and pragmatic competence, as well as Arabic language skills, namely istima', kalam, qiro'ah, and kitabah.

Mathematics plays a crucial role in everyday life, as it enhances students' abilities to absorb lessons more effectively and develop rational, critical, logical, analytical, and systematic thinking. This study employs the literature review method, which involves gathering relevant information from various sources to support the research topic. The author collects references from articles and journals using Google Scholar, an open-access database that simplifies the process of locating topic-specific materials. Difficulties faced by students in learning mathematics are not always due to a lack of mathematical knowledge. They may stem from other issues such as memory problems, difficulty in recalling mathematical problems, weak calculation skills, confusion with operational signs, or reversing numbers. Students with learning disabilities may particularly struggle with both mathematical reasoning and basic computation. Furthermore, mathematical learning difficulties are also associated with cognitive challenges, such as solving complex word problems and understanding numerical concepts. These learning difficulties often result from internal and external factors that hinder the brain’s ability to process, analyze, and retain mathematical information effectively.

One of the local food potentials in the Woitombo Village area, Mowewe District, East Kolaka Regency is the sago plant. Opportunities for utilizing local sago food processing in this area are still lacking, while the potential for this processing can support food security and nutritious eating programs in the area. The lack of knowledge and skills of the local community is the cause of not utilizing the local food potential of sago. Based on this, the service team will provide training and assistance to women who are members of a Dasawisma group, with the aim of increasing women's capacity through processing local sago food in the area using the socialization, counseling and training stages in local sago food processing, which can support the sustainable development of sago plants in supporting food security and nutritious eating programs in the area. The result of this activity is that the women who took part in the activity gained knowledge and skills in processing local sago food, with a very enthusiastic attitude in the activity and at the end of the training activity were able to make and produce local sago food preparations, namely processing wet sago into sago flour and then processing the sago flour into sinonggi (a traditional specialty food) and sago plates (traditional cakes).

This research is a research and development (Research and Development) that aims to develop an e-module oriented to Problem Based Learning (PBL) on the reaction rate material that is practically used in the learning process. The development model used is the 4D model consisting of four stages, namely Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate. However, this study is limited to the Develop stage, which was tested on a limited basis at SMA Assa'adah Gresik. Data were obtained through student response questionnaires and learning activity observation sheets. The results of the analysis show that the e-module developed is classified as very practical. This is indicated by the results of the student response questionnaire which obtained a percentage of 96% with a very practical category, and is supported by the results of observations of student activities which also reached a percentage of 96% in the same category. Thus, this e-module is worthy of being used as an alternative effective and interactive learning media on the reaction rate material.  

This community service project aims to enhance the fine motor skills of children with special needs (CWSN) at SLB C YPALB Perwari Kuningan through a beading-based art therapy approach. The program was conducted using a participatory and enjoyable educational method. A descriptive qualitative method was employed, with data collected through direct observation, informal interviews, and documentation of students' creative outputs. The results showed a significant improvement in hand-eye coordination, concentration, and perseverance among the participants. Children with intellectual disabilities, hearing impairments, autism, and Down syndrome successfully created rings and bracelets, both independently and with guidance. This activity not only contributed to fine motor development but also enhanced social interaction and self-expression. With its inclusive and adaptive approach, beading as a form of art therapy proved effective in supporting the learning process and holistic development of children with special needs in special education settings.

This community service project aims to enhance the fine motor skills of children with special needs (CWSN) at SLB C YPALB Perwari Kuningan through a beading-based art therapy approach. The program was conducted using a participatory and enjoyable educational method. A descriptive qualitative method was employed, with data collected through direct observation, informal interviews, and documentation of students' creative outputs. The results showed a significant improvement in hand-eye coordination, concentration, and perseverance among the participants. Children with intellectual disabilities, hearing impairments, autism, and Down syndrome successfully created rings and bracelets, both independently and with guidance. This activity not only contributed to fine motor development but also enhanced social interaction and self-expression. With its inclusive and adaptive approach, beading as a form of art therapy proved effective in supporting the learning process and holistic development of children with special needs in special education settings.

This study aims to determine the effect of the application of the cooperative learning model on the ability to collaborate, communicate, and student learning outcomes in grade 2 of SD Negeri 31 Muaro. This study uses a qualitative approach with the interview method as the main data collection technique. Information was obtained through in-depth interviews with classroom teachers who have applied the cooperative learning model in the learning process. The results of the study show that the application of the cooperative learning model has a positive impact on students' ability to work together, improve communication skills between students, and contribute to improving student learning outcomes in general. Teachers state that students become more active, help each other in groups, and are more courageous to express their opinions. These findings indicate that the cooperative learning model can be an alternative effective learning strategy to improve the social and academic aspects of students at the elementary school level.

This research aims to comprehensively analyze the Basic Teaching Skills (KDM) that are crucial for teachers in supporting the learning process. Through a literature study, this research examines various views and literature related to skills that teachers must have, such as opening and closing lessons, explaining material, leading discussions, asking questions, providing reinforcement, and creating variations in learning. The research findings show that basic teaching skills are not only related to the delivery of material, but also include the teacher's ability to arouse interest, increase motivation, and encourage active student involvement. A thorough and integrated application of these skills can contribute to improving the quality of teaching as well as students' learning outcomes.

This study explores the impact of local culture on the internationalization process of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), especially statue craftsmen in Trowulan, East Java. MSMEs in Indonesia face various challenges, including low productivity and access to technology. However, statue craftsmen in Trowulan are able to utilize the richness of Majapahit culture to differentiate their products in the global market. Using a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews and participant observation, this study found that local culture not only plays a role as a product identity, but also as a strategy to attract international consumers. Adaptation to the needs of the global market, especially in Europe, shows the ability of craftsmen to innovate and collaborate. This study provides important insights into how the integration of local culture can improve the competitiveness of MSMEs in the era of globalization, and offers recommendations to support the development of MSMEs through cultural preservation and skills improvement. The results can be used as a reference for local economic policies and the promotion of Indonesian cultural heritage.