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The subject of Islamic Cultural History (SKI) plays an important role in instilling Islamic historical values in students. One of the topics taught is the Story of Fathu Makkah, which describes the victory of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the Muslims in conquering the city of Makkah without war. However, in the learning process of grade IV students at MI Salafiyah, it was found that students showed a lack of interest in this material due to conventional and less engaging teaching methods. This study aims to enhance students' interest in learning the Story of Fathu Makkah through the use of story posters as a teaching medium. The research method employed is Classroom Action Research (CAR) based on the Kemmis and McTaggart model, which consists of two cycles. Each cycle includes the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. Data were collected through observations, student learning interest questionnaires, and comprehension test results. The findings indicate that the use of story posters significantly increased students' learning interest. In the first cycle, students began to show interest in the material, although some were still less active. After improvements were made in the second cycle, there was an increase in student engagement during discussions, and their understanding of the material improved. Moreover, the students' average scores increased compared to before the intervention. The conclusion of this study is that the use of story posters can enhance students' learning interest in the Story of Fathu Makkah in grade IV at MI Salafiyah.

Biogas is a renewable energy source with significant potential to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. However, conventional biodigester systems still face several challenges in monitoring methane gas production. Therefore, this research aims to design and develop a biogas digester prototype equipped with a stirrer and an Internet of Things (IoT)-based sensor to detect methane (CH4) gas levels. The research methodology involves designing a biodigester with an automatic stirrer and an MQ-2 sensor that can detect methane gas levels in real time. The data obtained is transmitted via ESP32 and displayed on the Blynk application. The research results show that the designed system can increase methane gas production and allow remote monitoring. The conclusion of this study is that the integration of IoT technology in the biodigester system can improve production efficiency and safety in biogas utilization.

This Classroom Action Research (CAR) aims to improve enthusiasm for learning Tajwid in the Al-Qur'an Hadith subject at MIS Islamiyah Tanjung Manis through the Jigsaw learning model. The background of this research is the low enthusiasm among students, caused by conventional teaching methods that are less interactive and monotonous. The Jigsaw model was chosen as it encourages active student participation through collaboration in small groups, where each member is responsible for learning and presenting material to their peers. The research was conducted in three cycles, following the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. Data were collected through observations, questionnaires, and interviews to measure students' enthusiasm before and after the implementation of the Jigsaw model. The results indicated a significant increase in students' enthusiasm, observed in the participation, enthusiasm, and interaction among students during the learning process. These improvements were seen from the first cycle to the second and third cycles. The findings suggest that the Jigsaw learning model is effective in boosting students’ enthusiasm for learning Tajwid. Therefore, the implementation of this model is recommended as an alternative for interactive and enjoyable learning for students at MIS Islamiyah Tanjung Manis.

This research is based on the fact that the ICT learning process still uses conventional methods and a lack of interesting learning media, resulting in students having difficulty understanding the material presented by the teacher. The aim of this research is to develop and test the feasibility of learning media using Lumio By Smart in ICT subjects for class VII students at SMP Negeri 37 Samarinda. The type of research used is development research with the ADDIE development model. Data collection techniques used observation, interview and questionnaire methods. The data analysis techniques used are qualitative analysis and quantitative analysis. The research subjects involved were 3 media experts, 1 material expert and 26 students. The results of the research showed that learning media products using Lumio By Smart were declared very suitable for use, as evidenced by the feasibility test of learning media by material experts, an average score of 4.23 was obtained in the Very Appropriate category, by media experts an average score of 12 was obtained. 82 in the Very Appropriate category, according to student assessment an average score of 116.30 was obtained in the Very Appropriate category, and the assessment from all validators obtained an average score of 39.97 in the Very Appropriate category

This study examines the effectiveness of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model in improving critical thinking skills of students of V MIN 2 Sibolga in the Citizenship Education (PKN) class curriculum. The findings of this study are supported by students' critical thinking skills obtained from the results of the KKM exam and the low level of participation in traditional classroom learning. Using a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental method and a Non-equivalent Control Group design, this study involved 44 students in the control group (conventional) and the experimental group (PBL). The purpose of the research instrument, namely a double test, was to assess students' critical thinking skills before and after the intervention. The results showed a significant increase in the experimental group that implemented the PBL model. The average post-test score of the experimental group reached 87.50, far exceeding the control group which only reached 60.42. Statistical analysis using the paired sample t-test produced a sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.000, which is smaller than α (0.05). This finding indicates a significant positive effect of the application of the PBL model on improving students' critical thinking skills. The results of this study indicate that the PBL model is effective in improving students' critical thinking skills in PKN classes. This model successfully encourages students to actively participate in their education and develop their analytical skills. This study recommends the use of the PBL model not only in PKN education but also in other subject areas to maximize students' growth in critical thinking. The application of the PBL model can be a potential solution to overcome the challenges of improving students' achievement and critical thinking skills at the highest level of elementary school.

This study aims to analyze the influence of the use of interactive learning media on students' learning motivation in the subject of Islamic Cultural History (SKI) in class XI Science Madrasah Aliyah 1 Kampar. The background of this research is based on the low learning motivation of students in SKI learning who still uses conventional methods. The research method used is Classroom Action Research (PTK) with a quantitative and qualitative approach. Data was collected through observation, questionnaires, interviews, and formative tests. The results showed that the use of interactive media increased students' learning motivation by 85%, increased students' active involvement in class discussions, and increased the average score of students from 68 to 82. In addition, this study confirms that the use of interactive media contributes to improving students' conceptual understanding and memory of subject matter. The conclusion of this study is that interactive learning media is an effective method to increase students' learning motivation in SKI subjects.

Backround: Basic immunization is a crucial step in preventing communicable diseases that can be controlled through vaccination in infants. However, the coverage of basic immunization in Indonesia has not yet reached the desired target. One of the factors influencing immunization coverage is the low level of maternal knowledge about immunization. This issue was identified in a preliminary study conducted at PMB Suratni. The objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of health education using audio-visual media in improving mothers' knowledge about basic immunization at PMB Suratni.Methods: This study employed a quasi-experimental design with a control group. A total of 50 mothers with infants aged 0–12 months at PMB Suratni were selected as respondents. The intervention group received health education using audio-visual media, while the control group was given conventional lecture-based education. Data were collected through pretest and posttest questionnaires and analyzed using the Wilcoxon test and N-Gain score.Results: Expert evaluations of the material and media categorized them as appropriate. The study results from both interventions indicated a significant improvement in maternal knowledge in the group that received audio-visual education compared to the control group. The average N-Gain score in the intervention group was 0.72 (high category), whereas the control group scored 0.45 (moderate category). The Wilcoxon test showed a p-value of <0.05, indicating a significant difference between the two groups.Conclusion: Health education using audio-visual media is proven to be more effective in enhancing mothers' knowledge about basic immunization compared to the lecture method. Audio-visual health education can serve as an interactive and informative alternative in health education programs to improve basic immunization coverage in infants.  

The aim of this research is to evaluate the influence and effectiveness of the PAILKEM method (Active, Innovative, Environmentally Friendly, Creative, Effective, Interesting Learning) in improving the literacy understanding of class I and II students at SD Negeri 163 Palembang. The research method used was quasi-experimental with a pretest-posttest control group design. The sample consisted of two groups, namely the experimental group which was given learning using the PAILKEM method and the control group which used the conventional method. Data collection techniques include pretest, posttest, and questionnaire, which are analyzed using the N-Gain test, independent sample t-test, and homogeneity test. Research data includes primary data in the form of pre-test and post-test results as well as secondary data collected using a questionnaire to determine student responses to this method. The increase in posttest scores in the experimental group was significant compared to the control group. The t-test results show that there is a significant difference between the experimental and control groups, which means that the application of PAILKEM has a significant influence on increasing students' literacy understanding. This is reinforced by the results of the N-Gain test which meets the high criteria and meets the Indonesian KKTP. The student questionnaire also showed very good responses regarding various aspects of the PAILKEM dimensions. In conclusion, the PAILKEM method is effective and has a positive effect on the literacy understanding of grade I and II students and can be used as an innovative alternative in teaching literacy in elementary schools.

Learner Worksheet (LKPD) is one type of teaching media that is used as a guide for students to make it easier for students to understand the subject matter being studied. The learning process at MAN 3 Aceh Timur currently still uses a conventional model and teachers have not conducted learning using interactive teaching media such as LKPD. This study aims to determine the feasibility, response and improvement of concept understanding by developing and applying LKPD in the learning process. This development research method refers to Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, evaluation), the research subject is class X MIA with 14 students as the experimental class and class X IIK with 14 students as the control class and the object of research located at MAN 3 Aceh Timur. The results obtained: 1) the results of the validation of media experts with the category “very feasible” while the results of the validation of material experts with the category “very feasible”, 2) The results of teacher responses in the “very practical” category and the results of student responses in the “very practical” category, 3) N-Gain test conducted in class X MIA (experimental) obtained a result of 0.60 with a percentage of 60% in the “medium” category. The results of this study indicate that the discovery learning-based LKPD learning media developed is feasible to use and can improve students' concept understanding.

This research aims to explore and optimize the potential convergence between local wisdom and digital transformation in accelerating the development of tourism villages and the achievement of village SDGs. The formulation of the problem raised is how to integrate local wisdom with digital technology to improve the ranking of tourism villages and support the achievement of village SDGs. The research uses a qualitative approach with data collection through in-depth interviews, field observations, and documentation. Data analysis is carried out thematically to identify patterns and relationships between the elements studied. The results of the study show that local wisdom has a vital role as a unique tourist attraction, while digital transformation plays a role in increasing the visibility and efficiency of tourism village management. Tourism villages that apply digital technology have a higher level of visits than conventional ones. The main challenges are the low digital literacy of managers and the limitations of infrastructure. In conclusion, the convergence of local wisdom and digital transformation has great potential in accelerating the development of tourism villages and achieving village SDGs. Successful implementation requires strong collaboration between the government, local communities, and the private sector, as well as increasing the capacity of managers in the use of digital technology.

The stability of the banking sector is crucial in maintaining a country’s financial system and economic sustainability. This study analyzes the impact of Net Interest Margin (NIM), Non-Performing Loans (NPL), and Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) on banking stability in Indonesia. The inconsistency of previous research findings indicates a research gap that requires further exploration. This study employs a quantitative approach using secondary data from financial reports of conventional banks listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) from 2019 to 2023. The sample was selected using purposive sampling, resulting in 39 banks with 195 observations. Data analysis was conducted using multiple linear regression with classical assumption tests, including normality, heteroscedasticity, multicollinearity, and autocorrelation, to ensure model validity. The results show that NIM positively but not significantly affects banking stability, while NPL has a negative and significant effect. CAR also significantly influences banking stability. Enhancing banking intermediation effectiveness through NIM and CAR can strengthen financial stability, whereas increasing credit risk, reflected in NPL, can weaken stability. This study provides insights for regulators and banking management in designing more effective policies to maintain banking sector stability in Indonesia.

In the beginning, the Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) Learning Activities in Grade III of Elementary School 116/X Lambur II used a learning model that was not varied, especially still using conventional learning models, so that the learning process in the classroom did not use technology at all. The lack of use of learning models that were less varied, coupled with learning media that only relied on books, made students feel bored and less interested in participating in learning. This research is a Classroom Action Research (CAR) which was carried out in two cycles consisting of planning, implementation, observation and reflection. The subjects in this study were Grade III students of Elementary School 116/X Lambur II. Data analysis techniques: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusions or verification, while data sources: resource persons, documentation, and teaching and learning processes. The results of this study indicate that there is an increase in students' creative thinking skills. Starting from the pre-cycle of learning activities that have not used the Game Based Learning model, student learning outcomes are only 5 out of 20 students who are said to have completed with a percentage of 20% with an average score of 49. Furthermore, from the results of the cycle I action, the minimum score has not been reached, so the study was continued in the cycle II action by making several improvements from the results of the cycle I reflection. From the results of the cycle II action, there was an increase where 18 out of 20 students were declared complete with a percentage of completion of 90% and obtained an overall average score of 85.

This study aims to analyze the implementation and perceptions of applying the Saiwa method in learning Joukyuu dokkai 1 for Japanese Language Education students at Brawijaya University during the 2020/2021 academic year. The method used is descriptive qualitative using observation sheets (indirect observation) to collect learning documentation data and questionnaires to explore student responses. The results showed that the implementation of Joukyuu dokkai 1 learning through the Saiwa method gave good results. The responses from students to this learning were mostly positive, with the majority of respondents stating that the Saiwa method of learning Joukyuu dokkai 1, which involves reading, writing, and speaking skills, can be felt to be beneficial.This research is also beneficial for Japanese language instructors in teaching reading courses, as it encourages the use of engaging methods over conventional, monotonous ones, thereby making learning more meaningful.

Diabetes Mellitus is a metabolic disease caused by problems in the body in producing insulin, insulin produced is lacking or nonexistent, or it can be due to the insulin receptor not functioning so that cells cannot receive glucose for metabolism (Black, M. J. & Hawks, 2014; Pranata, S & Khasanah, 2017). Diabetic wounds are caused by infection as a result of high blood glucose, thereby increasing bacterial proliferation, and added to the deficiency of the immune system which causes the wound inflammation period to last a long time. In addition, inappropriate treatment of diabetic wounds (ulcers) can worsen the condition of the wound (Ekaputra, 2013). Therefore, proper and optimal wound care is needed. The wound care method that is currently developing is moist wound healing, which is more effective than conventional methods because it is easy to install, can adjust to the shape of the wound, easy to remove, comfortable to wear, does not need to change dressings frequently, absorbs drainage, presses and immobilizes wounds, prevents new wounds from mechanical injury, prevents infection, improves hemostasis by pressing the dressing. Wound care procedures through Debridement and dressing. Wound debridement can accelerate healing by removing necrotic tissue, particulates, or foreign material, and reducing the bacterial load. The conventional method is to use a scalpel and cut away all unwanted tissue including callus and eschar. Saline-moistened (wet-to-dry) gauze dressings; moisture-retaining dressings (hydrogels, hydrocolloids, hydrofibers, transparent films and alginates) that provide physical and autolytic debridement respectively; and antiseptic dressings (silver dressings, cadexomer). Newer advanced dressings are being studied, such as Vulnamin gel made from amino acids and hyaluronic acid used in conjunction with elastic compression have shown positive results.

Monkeypox is a zoonotic disease caused by Orthopoxvirus, presenting clinical challenges due to its visual similarity to other dermatological conditions. Early and accurate detection is crucial to prevent further transmission, yet conventional diagnostic methods are often resource-intensive and time-consuming. This study proposes a deep learning-based classification model by integrating Xception and InceptionV3 using feature fusion to enhance performance in classifying Monkeypox skin lesions. Given the limited availability of annotated medical images, data augmentation was applied using Albumentation to improve model generalization. The proposed model was trained and evaluated on the Monkeypox Skin Lesion Dataset (MSLD), achieving 85.96% accuracy, 86.47% precision, 85.25% recall, 78.43% specificity, and an AUC score of 0.8931, outperforming existing methods. Notably, data augmentation significantly improved recall from 81.23% to 85.25%, demonstrating its effectiveness in enhancing sensitivity to positive cases. Ablation studies further validated that augmentation increased overall accuracy from 82.02% to 85.96%, emphasizing its role in improving model robustness. Comparative analysis with other models confirmed the superiority of our approach. This research enhances automated Monkeypox detection, offering a robust and efficient tool for low-resource clinical settings. The findings reinforce the potential of feature fusion and augmentation in improving deep learn-ing-based medical image classification, facilitating more reliable and accessible disease identification.

Science learning in grade 6 of elementary school is often still fixated on conventional methods that emphasize lectures and individual understanding of concepts. Therefore, this study aims to improve science learning outcomes in grade 6 students of elementary school through the application of the jigsaw learning model. The research method used is the experimental method on simple props for rotational and revolutionary motion. Where the research subjects were grade 6 D students of Elementary School 104202 Bandar Setia and the time of this research was conducted on November 13-20, 2024. Data collected through giving test questions, questions, presenting experimental results along with student activity in groups. With these data, significant results were obtained, where before the jigsaw learning model was applied, the average class score was still relatively low (63.75) or there were still many students whose scores were below the KKM, after the jigsaw learning model was applied, the learning outcomes or average class scores increased, namely (81.25) and it can be said that the jigsaw learning model can improve science learning outcomes in grade 6 of Bandar Sertia Elementary School.

This study aims to examine the impact of the Project-Based Learning (PBL) model in improving critical thinking skills (Higher Order Thinking Skills/HOTS) and mastery of Social Science (IPS) concepts among 8th-grade students at UPT SPF SMPN 4 Makassar. A quasi-experimental design with a nonequivalent control group was used, involving an experimental group (PBL) and a control group (conventional learning). The sample consisted of two classes (30 students per class) selected purposively. Data were collected through HOTS essay tests (pretest-posttest), PBL-based worksheets, and observation sheets. Data analysis was conducted using parametric statistical tests (independent sample T-test) supported by IBM SPSS Statistics 22 and Cohen’s d for effect size. The results show that, 1) the pretest indicated critical thinking and concept mastery were in the "Sufficient" category (96.67%), with only a small portion in the "Good" category (3.33%). After PBL implementation, post-test results revealed a significant improvement, with 93.33% in the "Good" category for critical thinking and a 23.33% increase in concept mastery. 2) PBL significantly enhanced critical thinking skills and 3) PBL significantly improved concept mastery in Social Science.

Electrical energy is a vital need to support daily life in various sectors such as industry, housing and government. In Indonesia, the majority of electrical energy is still produced from fossil fuel plants, which have significant environmental impacts and limited resources. Therefore, the development of renewable energy is crucial to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. One promising alternative is the Micro Hydro Power Plant (PLTMH), which uses flowing water to produce electrical energy. This research focuses on the implementation of MHP in Babakan Banten Village, Bogor Regency, an area with the potential for abundant water flow throughout the year. This project aims to provide a reliable electricity supply for communities, most of whom do not yet have access to electricity from the national grid. This study includes the process of planning, assembling and testing the MHP system using field data such as river water discharge, land elevation (head) and other technical specifications. The measurement results show that the PLTMH with a generator capacity of 2 kW is able to meet the electricity needs of 18 houses in Babakan Village, Banten. System testing shows good operational stability with optimal turbine rotation at full load and results in accordance with planning. It is hoped that the implementation of this PLTMH will not only increase accessibility to sustainable electrical energy, but will also have a positive impact on the welfare of local communities. Utilization of locally available natural resources not only reduces dependence on conventional energy, but also becomes a real example of the application of technology for sustainable development in remote areas of Indonesia.

Learning interest is one of the key factors influencing students' success in understanding a subject. In reality, many students struggle to engage with Natural Science (IPA) lessons due to less interactive and conventional teaching methods. The Team Games Tournament (TGT) cooperative learning model is an approach that can be used to enhance students' interest in learning through engaging games and academic competitions.This study aims to increase the learning interest of third-grade students at SD GMIT Nenu in Natural Science (IPA) by implementing the TGT method. The research employs a Classroom Action Research (CAR) method, conducted in two cycles, each consisting of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The research subjects were 16 third-grade students at SD GMIT Nenu in the 2022/2023 academic year. Data collection techniques included observations, learning interest questionnaires, interviews, and learning outcome tests. The collected data were analyzed using qualitative and quantitative descriptive techniques.The results indicate that the implementation of the TGT method significantly increased students' learning interest. Before the intervention, only 45% of students demonstrated a high interest in learning, with an average test score of 65.0. After applying the TGT method in the first cycle, learning interest increased to 75%, and the average student score improved to 80.5. In the second cycle, students' learning interest reached 93.75%, with an average score rising to 98.12. These findings demonstrate that the TGT method makes learning more engaging, fosters student interaction, and helps them understand scientific concepts more effectively.Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the TGT cooperative learning method is effective in enhancing elementary school students' learning interest. Teachers are encouraged to adopt this method for teaching Natural Science or other subjects that require active student participation. Furthermore, future research can be conducted to explore the effectiveness of this method in higher education levels and in different classroom settings.

Islamic Religious Education is a subject aimed at fostering noble character and instilling spiritual values in students. One indicator of the success of our education system is the success in strengthening faith and piety as well as cultivating noble character. The nobility of character and morals is a tangible measure of the goals of national education. However, the reality is that Islamic Religious Education in schools today is more bound to the school system, which is more focused on teacher-centered learning approaches. Educators play a vital role in achieving the desired learning outcomes in the teaching and learning process. Meanwhile, students act as both subjects and objects in applying the contextual teaching and learning method. Teachers can use various methods to convey information to students (transfer knowledge), whether it is related to teaching materials or global perspectives. The process of knowledge transfer through conventional methods can no longer be sustained, as society expects students to be intelligent and responsive to the times, not merely passive observers and listeners. The breakthrough offered by education experts is a new concept called contextual teaching and learning (CTL). This method is not merely about transferring knowledge from teacher to student but also empowers students to engage, experiment, and reconstruct the material they learn from the teacher, correlating it with their real-life experiences. The hope is that they can solve various problems in their lives, families, and communities. This research focuses on three aspects: character education, religious character, and character education through a contextual approach aimed at forming religious character. Based on this discussion, the objective of this paper is to understand: Character Education, Religious Character, and Character Education through a Contextual Approach in shaping Religious Character. This research employs a qualitative approach using a literature study.