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This literature review examines the effectiveness of Brain Gym as an intervention to improve children's learning concentration. Brain Gym is a series of physical movements developed to enhance brain function. Several studies in the last decade have suggested that Brain Gym activities can positively influence children's attention span and cognitive performance, particularly in educational settings. Through a review of 20 empirical studies published between 2015 and 2024, this study finds consistent evidence of improved focus and academic engagement among children who participated in regular Brain Gym exercises. The findings suggest that Brain Gym can serve as a complementary approach to conventional teaching strategies, especially for elementary-level learners. Implications for educators and future research are discussed.

This research was motivated by the problems found, namely the lack of learning media, the LKPD used had not trained mathematical problem solving abilities, the existing LKPD was LKPD created by educators who had not been connected to Islamic teachings, resulting in a decline in students' mathematical problem solving abilities. This research aims to produce LKPD integrating Islamic values to train problem solving skills in class This research is development research or RnD using the Sugiyono development method. The instruments used were validation sheets, student response questionnaires, and mathematical problem solving ability tests. The data analysis techniques used are validity data analysis, practicality analysis, and effectiveness analysis. Based on the development research that has been carried out, an LKPD with a validity level of 80% is in the valid qualification, for the practicality qualification, namely 78.41% is in the practical criteria, and for the effectiveness level, namely 80,76% is in the effective qualification. It can be concluded that the LKPD integrates Islamic values to train mathematical problem solving abilities  which was developed including valid, practical and effective criteria.

Computational ability is one of the basic skills that is very important for students in learning mathematics. However, many students face difficulties in understanding mathematical concepts due to the lack of interactive and fun exercises. To overcome this, TuxMath is present as an educational game-based software specifically designed to improve students' arithmetic skills through challenging and interesting games. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of TuxMath in improving students' computational abilities, through literature reviews and empirical analysis of previous studies. The method applied is the Systematic Literature Review (SLR), by investigating various journals, articles, and studies published between 2020 and 2024. The results of the study show that the use of TuxMath can increase the speed and accuracy of students' arithmetic calculations, increase learning motivation, and help them understand mathematical concepts in a more enjoyable way.    

Economics education plays a crucial role in building students' understanding of managing limited resources, both on an individual and societal scale. However, isolated approaches to economics education often make it difficult for students to connect economic concepts with real life. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of integrating economics education with other subjects, such as mathematics, geography, and history, to create relevant and meaningful learning experiences. This approach aligns with the principles of the Kurikulum Merdeka, which emphasizes student-centered and life-relevant learning. This research employs the literature review method, involving the collection, analysis, and synthesis of information from various relevant sources, including books, journals, and scholarly articles. The findings indicate that integrating economics education can enhance students' conceptual understanding, analytical skills, and learning motivation. Moreover, this approach encourages students to recognize interdisciplinary connections, resulting in holistic comprehension. However, the implementation of such integration faces several challenges, including teacher readiness, time constraints, and limited supporting learning resources. Therefore, this study recommends the development of a more flexible curriculum, teacher training, and the creation of relevant teaching materials. The results are expected to provide insights for the development of innovative and holistic teaching methods in secondary education.

This study is founded on the issues identified, specifically the dearth of learning resources, the LKPD's lack of training in mathematical critical thinking, and the fact that the LKPD that is currently available was created by educators who did not follow a scientific methodology, which has led to students' low levels of mathematical critical thinking. In order to educate mathematical critical thinking skills in class VIII MTsS Asy-Syarif Koto Laweh for the 2023–2024 academic year, this project intends to produce LKPD based on a scientific approach that satisfies the requirements of validity, practicality, and effectiveness. Using Sugiyono's development paradigm, this study is called research and development, or R&D. Student answer surveys, mathematical critical thinking ability assessments, and validation sheets are the equipment. The techniques for data analysis that are employed are validity analysis, practicality analysis, analysis of effectiveness. Based on development study conducted, LKPD is obtained with a validity level of 84.2%, of which 82.33% are on extremely practical criteria, 78.94% are on effective criteria, and 82.33% are on highly valid criteria for the level of practicality. We may conclude that the LKPD Asy-Syarif Koto Laweh created, which is based on the Scientific Approach to Train Mathematical Critical Thinking Skills in Class VIII MTsS, satisfies the requirements of being valid, practical, and efficient.

This study investigates the role of adaptive leadership in addressing the complex challenges posed by rapid technological advancements, particularly in the era of Society 5.0. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into organizational systems introduces not only opportunities for efficiency and innovation but also ethical and leadership dilemmas. Using a literature review methodology, this paper examines how adaptive leadership can support organizations in navigating digital transformation while maintaining ethical integrity and organizational effectiveness. The findings indicate that adaptive leadership—characterized by responsiveness, inclusivity, and value-driven decision-making—is essential for sustaining organizational resilience. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the need for leaders to foster a learning-oriented culture, manage ethical concerns in AI deployment, and apply flexible leadership styles that empower employees. This paper contributes to the growing discourse on ethical digital leadership and offers insights for organizational sustainability in the context of technological disruption.    

Television plays a crucial role in shaping society's understanding of Islam through various religious programs broadcasted. As a mass media platform with wide reach, television can deliver Islamic teachings in an engaging and easily comprehensible manner for people from different backgrounds. This study aims to analyze how television contributes to enhancing Islamic understanding, the types of programs that have an impact, and the extent of its effectiveness compared to other learning sources. The research employs a qualitative analysis method with a case study approach on several television stations that regularly air Islamic programs. The findings indicate that well-packaged Islamic programs, such as interactive sermons, Quranic interpretation studies, and religious discussions, effectively improve public understanding of Islam. However, challenges remain in delivering information, including interpretative bias and limited direct interaction with the audience. Therefore, more innovative and collaborative strategies are needed to enhance television’s effectiveness in fostering Islamic understanding within society.

Mastering kanji characters is a crucial aspect of learning the Japanese language, yet many beginner learners face challenges in memorizing their forms, meanings, and readings. To support independent learning, digital applications such as Japanese Kanji Study offer practical and flexible alternatives. This study aims to analyze the features of the Japanese Kanji Study application and evaluate its effectiveness as a learning medium. The research adopts an exploratory qualitative approach, involving a seven-day direct investigation of the application’s core features, along with user reflection and comparison with two similar applications. The results indicate that Japanese Kanji Study provides a user-friendly interface, content organized by JLPT levels, and features that facilitate understanding of meanings, readings, and stroke order of kanji. Over the exploration period, the author successfully learned 35 N5-level kanji characters. User reflections show that the application is effective in improving kanji comprehension, although further development is needed in terms of interactivity and learning motivation. In conclusion, Japanese Kanji Study serves as a valuable self-learning tool for kanji, particularly for beginner learners.  

Clinical evaluation and supervision are two crucial elements in improving the quality of learning and professional practice, especially in the fields of education and health services. Evaluation serves as a tool to assess performance, effectiveness, and achievement of learning or service objectives, while clinical supervision emphasizes the process of mentoring, coaching, and competency development through a reflective and collaborative approach between supervisors and supervised individuals. In practice, the implementation of clinical evaluation and supervision faces various challenges, ranging from limited competent human resources, lack of understanding of the concept and purpose of correct supervision, to resistance from the supervised. However, with the right approach and ongoing training, clinical evaluation and supervision can be an effective means of building a professional work culture, improving service quality, and creating a supportive learning environment. This study aims to comprehensively describe the basic concepts, implementation strategies, and main obstacles in clinical evaluation and supervision, in order to provide policy recommendations and best practices in the field.

The role of school administration is very important in carrying out the basic functions of Islamic educational institutions. School administration as the center for managing teaching and learning activities also covers various fields ranging from resource management, financial management, to planning and implementing academic policies. This research aims to identify the role of school administration in improving the operational effectiveness and quality of Islamic education. The method used in this research is library research, which aims to collect, analyze and compile information from various literary sources in order to obtain a comprehensive understanding of the topic being researched. The data analysis technique used is descriptive-qualitative, with the aim of describing and interpreting information obtained from the literature. This research shows that the role of school administration is very important in improving the operational effectiveness and quality of Islamic education. Good administration includes technical management, creating an environment that supports the moral and spiritual development of students. With effective implementation, it is hoped that schools will be able to provide Islamic education that is not only of academic quality, but can also shape students' character in accordance with Islamic values. It is hoped that this research can become a reference for policy makers and Islamic education practitioners in formulating better management strategies, so as to improve the overall quality of Islamic education.

The purpose of this study was to determine the ability to write short stories of students in the Indonesian Language Subject of Class V at UPT SPF SD Inpres Bertingkat Labuang Baji before using the suggestopedia method, Jeneponto Regency and to determine the ability to write short stories of students in the Indonesian Language Subject of Class V at UPT SPF SD Inpres Bertingkat Labuang Baji after using the suggestopedia method. The main problem in this study is that students are less active in learning and tend to accept whatever is conveyed by the teacher then remain silent and reluctant to express questions and opinions, so the author uses the Suggestopedia method, and the results of learning to write short stories of class V at UPT SPF SD Inpres Bertingkat Labuang Baji are effective after using the Suggestopedia method. This type of research is an experimental research using the "One Group Pretest Posttest Design" design. The population of this study were all fifth grade students totaling 34 people. The sample of the study was fifth grade students at the UPT SPF SD Inpres Bertingkat Labuang Baji totaling 34 people. Data collection was carried out using observation techniques, giving tests and documentation. The data collected in the study were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistical analysis. The results of the study showed that there was a significant difference in the ability to write short stories between students who received short story writing learning using the suggestopedia method and students who received short story writing learning without using the suggestopedia method. This is indicated by the results of the t-test calculation obtained df 62, p value = 0.001 <0.05. Learning to write short stories is more effective using the suggestopedia method than learning to write short stories without using the suggestopedia method. This is indicated by the average pretest score of 65.17 and the average posttest score of 84.08 which means an increase of 18.91.

This study aims to develop and evaluate Prezi-based audiovisual learning media on biographical text material for class X students of SMK Swasta Kristen Tomosa 1. The development of this media uses the Research and Development (R&D) method with the ADDIE model which includes five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The results of the study indicate that Prezi-based audiovisual media has very good feasibility based on validation from three experts: material experts reaching (76.2%), language experts reaching (82.8%), and design experts reaching (85.7%). The practicality of the developed media is assessed through student response questionnaires in small group trials reaching (87%), which indicates that this media is very practical to use in learning. The effectiveness of the developed media is measured by the results of student learning tests, which show a percentage completion of 100% with an average score of 90, which meets the Learning Objective Achievement Criteria (KKTP). Based on these results, it can be concluded that Prezi-based audiovisual media is feasible, practical and effective to use for learning biographical text material at SMK Swasta Kristen Tomosa 1.

This study aims to develop a Canva-based Digital Scrapbook as a learning medium for negotiation texts for tenth-grade students at SMK Negeri 1 Sogae'adu. The research uses the Research and Development (R&D) method with the Borg and Gall model, which includes ten steps: identifying problems, collecting data, designing products, validating designs, revising, product testing, revising, usage testing, final revisions, and mass production. The product trial was conducted with 6 students from class X MP 2, and the usage trial with 33 students from class X MP 1. The media was validated by three experts: material, language, and design. Material validation reached a score of 60 out of 60 (100%), language validation scored 40 out of 40 (100%), and design validation showed high feasibility. The practicality of the media, based on student questionnaires, was 91%. Effectiveness was shown by increased post-test scores, with 81% of students meeting the learning completeness criteria. The results indicate that Canva-based Digital Scrapbook media is highly feasible, practical, and effective for learning negotiation texts. This media improves student engagement, concept understanding, and interest. It supports student-centered learning and fits the needs of 21st-century students who prefer interactive, and visual, and creative approaches to understand material better.

The purpose of this study was to develop flipbook learning media to improve listening skills in news texts of class VII students of SMP Negeri 1 Bawolato. The implementation procedure or research method used is Research and Development (R&D) with the Borg and Gall model, which includes ten stages ranging from potential and problems to mass production. The subjects in this study were class VII students of SMP Negeri 1 Bawolato, even semester class VII-A totaling 6 people, 3 boys and 3 girls, class VII-B totaling 31 people, 17 boys and 14 girls. The results of the study showed that the flipbook media had been validated by three experts, namely material, language, and design experts with a percentage level of 100% for each aspect tested so that it was categorized as "very feasible" to use. The practicality test conducted on a small group showed that the flipbook scored 96.21% which means "very practical" in its use. In addition, the results of the effectiveness test conducted on a large group showed an effectiveness level of 83.87% which was categorized as "very effective" in improving students' listening skills. It was concluded that flipbook learning media to improve listening skills in news texts was very feasible, practical, and effective in supporting learning to listen to news texts in class VII. It is hoped that further researchers will use this research as additional insight to carry out research.  

This research develops CompuParts Game, a mobile-based educational game that serves as an interactive learning media to understand computer components. The game was designed using the Game Development Life Cycle (GDLC) method which consists of six main stages, namely concept design, pre-production, production, testing, launch, and post-production. By applying gamification principles, the game features levels, leaderboards, and immediate feedback to increase user engagement in the learning process. Evaluation was conducted on 20 students, with the results showing that the game is effective in improving the understanding of the function and assembly of computer components in a more interactive and fun way. In addition, the questionnaire results showed a user satisfaction level of 85.75%, which indicates that this game is well received as a mobile-based learning media. The use of CompuParts Game is expected to be an innovative solution in improving the accessibility and effectiveness of technology learning, especially in the growing digital education environment. With an interactive approach, this game provides a more interesting learning experience and motivates students to better understand technology concepts in depth.

The classical mastery score of Grade XI ATPH 3 students at SMK Negeri 1 Purwosari in the fertilization element of fertilization techniques subject for the 2024/2025 academic year, did not meet the minimum required standard. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) method in improving student learning outcomes in the fertilization element of the fertilization techniques subject. The classroom action research was conducted in two cycles. Based on data analysis and reflection, it was concluded that the Problem Based Learning (PBL)method effectively improved the learning outcomes of Grade XI ATPH 3 students at SMK Negeri 1 Purwosari. In the first cycle, the student mastery was 30.30% with an average score of 61.82, while in the second cycle, mastery increased to 75.76% with an average score of 81.21.

This study explore the use of Cadabra as a learning medium to asseses students’ abilities. Cadabra is software that facilitates the visualization and understanding of complex mathematical concepts, thereby enhancing students’ computational skills. Through a systematic literature review, this research analyzes the effectiveness of Cadabra in improving students’ understanding of mathematical concepts and analytical thingking skills. The findings indicate that integrating Cadabra into the learning motivation and outcomes,as well as provide real-time feedback that assists educators in indetifying individual students’ strengths and weaknesses.

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of group counseling in improving students' social skills in schools through an analysis of 20 articles that meet the inclusion criteria. The results of the review show that group counseling is effective in developing various aspects of students' social skills, including interpersonal communication, cooperation, empathy, and confidence. Various approaches are applied in the implementation of group counseling, such as modeling techniques, role playing, assertive approaches, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and group discussions. The program also creates a safe space for students to share experiences, gain emotional support, and learn to manage emotions and build positive social relationships. Factors that support the success of the program include counselor skills, a good program structure, and support from teachers, parents, and the school environment. Based on these findings, group counseling can be considered as one of the effective strategies to support students' social and emotional development and improve the quality of learning in schools.

In the learning process, students often encounter various obstacles. One common challenge is their difficulty in understanding the material presented by teachers, especially when the explanations are too abstract. To address this issue, appropriate instructional media are needed to help achieve learning objectives. The use of such media can support teachers in delivering content more effectively. As science and technology continue to evolve, instructional media must also adapt to create a learning environment that aligns with current developments. One form of media that can be utilized is educational video. This study aims to explore the use of video media in delivering instructional content. The method used is a literature review of previous research findings. The results indicate that video-based learning media can serve as an effective tool for teachers to present learning materials in a more engaging and comprehensible way.

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of Drops app in improving Japanese vocabulary acquisition among beginners. Based on the theory of cognitivism, the study used a descriptive qualitative method with a sample of 21 subjects who answered 11 questions through a Google Form survey. Results showed that the use of Drops significantly increased the average vocabulary score by 43 % (from 28.5 to 40.7), which was influenced by the integration of gamification features and spaced repetition mechanism in the application. The majority of respondents (76 %) reported high satisfaction with ease of use, learning motivation, and effectiveness of visual illustrations, consistent with previous research on audiovisual and gamification-based mobile apps. However, about 24 % of respondents recorded medium to low scores on motivational aspects and interface appearance, indicating the need for UX/UI enhancements to expand adoption. Demographic statistics revealed the average age of respondents to be 18.38 years (Q1=17; median=18; Q3=20), confirming that teenagers and pre-adults are the main group of Drops users. The findings provide recommendations for both language education practitioners and app developers to optimize design and features to maximize vocabulary learning effectiveness.