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The transformation of education in the digital era demands a more innovative and adaptive approach to deal with the ever-evolving global dynamics. Deep Learning comes as a learning paradigm that emphasizes active student involvement in a meaningful, reflective, and fun learning process. Not only oriented towards knowledge transfer, this approach also accommodates the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration skills, which are the main pillars of 21st-century competencies. This article explores the role of Deep Learning in shaping an educational ecosystem that is more responsive to change and discusses effective implementation strategies at various levels of learning. With the integration of cognitive, affective, and psychomotor aspects, this approach aims to create learning that is more contextual, adaptive, and transformative. Deep Learning not only encourages students to develop deeper conceptual understanding but also strengthens the connection between science and its application in real life. Through project-based methods, exploration, and utilization of digital technology, this approach opens up opportunities for the formation of an independent, innovative, and globally competitive generation.

The use of digital media in education is increasingly important to support a more interactive and interesting learning process, including in literature learning. This article discusses a community service program that aims to empower teachers in schools to utilize digital media as a means for more effective and enjoyable literature learning. Through training and workshops, teachers are given an understanding and skills in using various digital platforms, such as videos, learning applications, and e-books, to increase students' interest in reading and appreciation of literature. The results of this activity show an increase in teachers' skills in integrating digital media in literature learning as well as an increase in students' enthusiasm in learning literature. Thus, teacher empowerment through the use of digital media is expected to optimize the literature learning process in schools, as well as answer the challenges of education in the digital era.

The large amount of used cooking oil that is thrown into the environment by the community is an urgency that must be addressed. Therefore, it is necessary to handle it efficiently so that it can be used as a product and has economic selling value. Based on the existing urgency as an effort to reduce the impact of environmental pollution, this service was held with the aim of utilizing used cooking oil into solid soap through a saponification process with the help of a strong base such as Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH). The method used was a demonstration of making solid soap which was witnessed by residents of Karang Tunggal village. Apart from preventing the impact of environmental pollution, used cooking oil that is used repeatedly can also harm health, so this service activity is expected to solve this problem and increase public awareness and skills regarding the procedures for processing used cooking oil into solid soap. The results of service activities are training in soap making and distribution of solid soap to the community. It is hoped that service activities can increase understanding and skills in waste management to become more useful and have economic value.

The large amount of used cooking oil that is thrown into the environment by the community is an urgency that must be addressed. Therefore, it is necessary to handle it efficiently so that it can be used as a product and has economic selling value. Based on the existing urgency as an effort to reduce the impact of environmental pollution, this service was held with the aim of utilizing used cooking oil into solid soap through a saponification process with the help of a strong base such as Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH). The method used was a demonstration of making solid soap which was witnessed by residents of Karang Tunggal village. Apart from preventing the impact of environmental pollution, used cooking oil that is used repeatedly can also harm health, so this service activity is expected to solve this problem and increase public awareness and skills regarding the procedures for processing used cooking oil into solid soap. The results of service activities are training in soap making and distribution of solid soap to the community. It is hoped that service activities can increase understanding and skills in waste management to become more useful and have economic value.

The process of learning movement in TKA Al-Mukarromah and KOBER Al-Hasanah is a bit monotonous and tends to make students feel bored because games or learning movement such as gymnastics are only given the same. Such conditions are caused by the lack of knowledge of teachers in movement training materials, or games that contain motor elements. Based on this, it is very important for teachers in these schools to know how to teach good and correct movement to their students so that the movement given provides benefits. The objectives of this activity are: 1) Opening the insights of teachers in increasing scientific insight, 2) Providing counseling on motor movement material and how to convey movement material to students so that they do not get bored, and 3) Practicing together doing movement exercises for kindergarten children. The Community Scheme (PbM-KM) activity method is implemented in 4 stages, namely: 1) Coordinating with TKA Al-Mukarromah and KOBER Al-Hasanah, 2) Providing counseling on children's motor skills, 3) Practicing how to do good and correct motor exercises for kindergarten children, 4) Monitoring and evaluating the activities that have been carried out.

This study aims to evaluate tennis training in young athletes with the suitability of resources and techniques used by athletes. A qualitative method with a case study design was used in this research. The study involved 15 tennis athletes with an age range of 10-17 years, who followed a training program for beginners. The data collection process involves athletes and parents by using semi-structured interviews. The data were subjected to thematic analysis, including the process of identifying, analyzing, and interpreting the data. According to this study, implementing motion analysis and sport biomechanics into young tennis training enhances long-term skills, confidence, and performance while lowering injury rates. Athletes are inspired and dedicated to their training because the visualized feedback from captivating technology. Biomechanics and motion analysis may revolutionize young sports training by improving performance and establishing new benchmarks. These tech-enabled initiatives support young athletes' success while protecting their health and welfare.  

One way to prevent mosquito breeding is to limit the number of active mosquito populations and disrupt their life cycle. Preventive efforts to reduce exposure to mosquito bites by using anti-mosquito bed sheets. In several rural areas, people have used lemongrass and Monte orange plants traditionally, but not many have processed them into products with added value. Lack of knowledge and skills in the lemongrass oil extraction process is the main obstacle in developing this potential.  The aim of this PKM is to empower the community by making liquid mosquito repellent from local ingredients, namely lemongrass and monte oranges in Labuhan Village, Sumbawa. This community service (PkM) activity will be carried out in November-December 2024 in Labuhan Badas Village, Sumbawa District. This training on making liquid mosquito repellent uses the creative learning method, which is an innovative method that presents material in an interesting and interactive way. The results of community service activities that have been carried out show that the average service activity process reaches 100%. It can be seen that the response from participants in this training was quite high, as shown by the large number of women from PKK cadres and households who attended. Apart from that, this PkM can provide knowledge and skills to mothers so they can complete the use of natural ingredients found around them as natural insecticides.

The low reasoning ability of students in processing information has an impact on learning outcomes and creative thinking skills. So it is necessary to develop a valid, practical, and effective learning model to improve students' creative thinking skills. The research method used was the Borg and Gall model which was modified into 8 stages. This research was tested on fourth grade students of SD Negeri Kalisalam 2. Data collection used questionnaires for student expert validators, and teachers, non-test assessments to measure students' creative thinking skills, and interviews. This research evaluates the validity, practicality, and effectiveness of the developed learning model. The results of expert validation showed that the model and learning materials were very valid with an average score of 90.16%. In detail, the learning model validator gave a score of 93.66%, while the material expert gave a score of 86.66%. The practicality assessment before and after the trial was 84% and 80% respectively, both in the “practical” category. The effectiveness of the model was measured through student questionnaires with an average of 79% (“effective”) and non-test assessment of creative thinking skills, where 16 out of 23 students showed improvement after the application of the learning model. This guidebook/prototype of inquiry-based learning model development with scaffolding techniques is considered effective for improving students' creative thinking skills, besides that this model can also help teachers in encouraging innovation in classroom learning to be more interesting.

Communication is the process of exchanging and sharing information that plays a role as a medium in conveying information and a tool to influence others. One type of communication that is often used is interpersonal communication, because it is done face-to-face directly and using smartphones that are considered effective for persuading others, as well as carried out by caregivers at the An-Nur Women's Charity Home. This research aims to find out how to apply the elements of interpersonal communication media used, how to achieve the goals of interpersonal communication, and the driving and inhibiting factors of interpersonal communication. Methods used in this study include qualitative research with a case study approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation from various informants. The results of the analysis show that the interpersonal communication process provided by caregivers includes material about religion, education, guidance, reprimands, advice, questions, storytelling, motivation, and solutions. Additionally, there is a closeness in interpersonal communication between caregivers and children, formed through listening, opening up to each other, sharing stories, understanding messages, and making caregivers both friends and parents. Empathetic, consistent, and attentive communication from the caregiver significantly contributes to the formation of self-confidence, social skills, independence, and responsibility in foster children. Furthermore, a caregiver with strong interpersonal relationships creates a comfortable and supportive environment for children to develop optimally. Open and supportive interpersonal communication helps the child feel valued, heard, and cared for, which contributes to the development of foster children in line with expectations.

Strengthening teachers' professional competence is a key factor in improving education quality, particularly in implementing student-centered learning. This study aims to analyze efforts to enhance teachers' professional competence through the development of student-centered learning at SMK IPTEK Kota Tangerang Selatan. A qualitative approach with a case study method was used in this research. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with teachers and school policymakers, classroom observations, and document analysis related to lesson planning and evaluation. The findings indicate that strengthening teacher competencies through training, mentoring, and collaborative lesson planning significantly improves their ability to design and implement student-centered learning. This approach also enhances student engagement, critical thinking skills, and independence in the learning process. However, challenges in implementation were identified, including teacher readiness, limited resources, and adaptation to innovative teaching methods. Therefore, continuous teacher professional development, institutional support, and a collaborative learning environment are essential for optimizing the implementation of student-centered learning. Sustained teacher competency enhancement can contribute to improving vocational education quality and preparing students to meet the evolving demands of the workforce.

Counseling and training on making moringa leaf pudding in Bintana Village aims to increase public awareness of the nutritional benefits of moringa leaves and provide skills in processing them into innovative food products. Moringa leaves are known to be rich in nutrients and antioxidants that are beneficial for health. This activity involves education on the nutritional content of moringa leaves, demonstrations of making pudding, and hands-on practice sessions by participants. The results of the activity showed that the community has a high interest in adopting the innovation of utilizing moringa leaves as an alternative to healthy food. In addition, taste evaluations showed that moringa leaf pudding was well received. It is hoped that this innovation can increase consumption of healthy food and encourage the use of local plants in food diversification.

This article provides an explanation of how the use of LKPD using the guided inquiry learning model to train the science process skills of class X students at SMK Muhammadiyah 2 Pekanbaru. By using guided inquiry LKPD, it allows students to learn actively and be able to practice their science process skills. Students can improve their ability to observe, interpret observations, predict, apply concepts, communicate and ask questions. These are indicators that can be trained in science process skills. Data were collected through several techniques, including literature review and classroom observation. All data obtained in this article are based on the results of literature reviews and observations that have been made at SMK Muhammadiyah 2 Pekanbaru. The use of Guided Inquiry LKPD is expected to train students' science process skills, especially in science learning. The findings of this research include; lack of supporting learning media, such as infocus and speakers and inadequate networks that disrupt the learning process. The results showed that students' science process skills were well trained.

This study aims to measure the effectiveness of the use of Project-Based Learning (PjBL)-based learning media in improving the motivation and learning outcomes of grade XI students at SMKN 1 Gunung Kijang Bintan. The background of this research is the low motivation of students which has an impact on suboptimal learning outcomes, especially in subjects that require an in-depth understanding of concepts. PjBL is considered relevant because it provides students with the opportunity to be actively involved in real projects, potentially improving motivation and critical thinking skills. The method used is a quantitative research method with a correlational approach to test the relationship between learning motivation, the use of learning media, and student learning outcomes. The results showed that the use of PjBL-based learning media had a significant influence on student learning outcomes, while student learning motivation had no significant effect. These findings support the importance of interactive learning media in the learning process and suggest that the use of appropriate media can facilitate students' understanding of the material being taught.

This Community Service Activity aims to improve the competence of SMP K Materdai teachers in designing and compiling teaching modules that apply the principles of differentiated learning in accordance with the direction of the Merdeka Belajar policy. Differentiated learning is an approach that adjusts the process, content, and learning products based on the needs, interests, and learning profiles of students. Through this training, teachers are given a conceptual understanding and practical skills in developing adaptive and contextual teaching modules. The activity methods used include socialization, interactive discussions, module preparation practices, and formative feedback. The results of the activity show an increase in teachers' understanding and ability in compiling applicable differentiated teaching modules. This training is a concrete step in supporting the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum and improving the quality of the learning process in schools. The sustainability of the activity is planned through continued mentoring and collaboration in developing teacher learning communities.

This study aims to describe in depth the implementation of financial education in fostering a habit of saving among fourth-grade students at SD Negeri 121313 Tanjung Pinggir, Pematang Siantar. This activity is part of the Community Service Program (KKN) conducted by students of the State Islamic University of North Sumatra (UINSU). This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation of learning activities and the implementation of the savings program at school. The data obtained was then analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, which includes the process of data reduction, data presentation, and interactive conclusion drawing. The results showed that the implementation of financial education by UINSU KKN students had a positive impact on changes in students' financial behavior. This financial education activity not only fostered financial skills but also shaped students' characters to be more responsible, disciplined, thrifty, and socially empathetic by encouraging them to share some of their savings. Thus, it can be concluded that the implementation of simple habit-based financial education through UINSU KKN activities has proven effective in fostering interest and enthusiasm for saving among elementary school students and contributes to shaping positive character traits that will be useful in their future lives.

Grammar correction has long been recognized as one of the most essential yet challenging aspects of second language (L2) learning. Teachers are expected to provide detailed and contextual feedback, but this process is often time-consuming and less effective in large classrooms. This study investigates the potential of AI-based chatbots as innovative tools for delivering personalized and real-time grammar feedback to support English language learning. The research employed an experimental design involving two groups: an experimental group using AI chatbots for grammar practice and a control group applying traditional teacher-based correction. Data were collected through grammar pre-tests and post-tests, writing tasks, engagement and motivation questionnaires, classroom observations, and student reflection notes. The findings demonstrate that students in the experimental group achieved significantly higher improvements in grammar accuracy compared to the control group, particularly in subject–verb agreement, tense usage, and complex sentence structures. In addition, chatbot use fostered greater engagement, motivation, and active participation, with students reporting reduced language anxiety and increased confidence in practicing English. Writing performance also improved, as students in the experimental group produced more structured, coherent, and grammatically varied texts. These results highlight the potential of AI chatbots not only to enhance linguistic accuracy but also to promote autonomous and personalized learning. In conclusion, AI chatbots represent an effective and scalable pedagogical tool that can complement traditional teaching methods while addressing teachers’ time constraints and improving students’ overall language learning outcomes.

Literacy and numeracy programs play a crucial role in improving education quality, especially at the elementary school level. This study aims to optimize literacy and numeracy programs through a structured mentoring approach at SDN Grujugan Larangan, Larangan Luar Village, Larangan Subdistrict, Pamekasan Regency. The research method used is action research with qualitative and quantitative approaches. The qualitative approach is used to understand teachers' and students' perceptions of the mentoring program, while the quantitative approach is applied to measure the improvement in students' literacy and numeracy skills after participating in the program. The results indicate that structured mentoring significantly enhances students' literacy and numeracy skills, as evidenced by the increased average scores in reading, writing, and arithmetic. Furthermore, active teacher involvement in the mentoring process contributes to the program's success. Thus, implementing a structured mentoring program can be an effective model to improve the quality of primary education in rural areas.

The ability to read in Arabic is a basic skill that is very important for santri in understanding religious texts. However, many students still experience difficulties in reading Arabic words and sentences due to less interactive learning methods. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of interactive methods in improving the reading skills of students at Musholla Al-Masykurin. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach with descriptive methods, through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that the application of interactive methods, such as group discussions and the use of audiovisual media, had a positive impact on improving santri reading skills. Group discussions help students understand the text collectively, increase confidence, and improve pronunciation. The use of audiovisual media, especially in the form of songs and learning videos, makes it easier for students to remember words and sentences, and makes learning more fun and interactive. With an increase in the average score of students' reading skills by 23.08%, it can be concluded that the interactive method is effective in improving reading skills of Arabic words and sentences. Therefore, this method is recommended to continue to be applied and developed in order to create a more optimal learning process for students.

The researcher found issues in teaching writing skill to students in the eighth semester of Islamic Education School Selaras Air, Agam. Teachers still explain the subject using the traditional teaching model, students have low motivation such as low desire to learn the Arabic language, low activity in following the teaching process, low enthusiasm in teaching the Arabic language, low effort in doing tasks independently, and students' laziness in following the teaching process. The researcher uses a quantitative research with a quantitative empirical research type. The research population is 47 students, and the sample size is 47 students. The researcher uses Purposive Sampling. The method of data analysis is statistical analysis using the SPSS program.  The results of the research are that there is an effect of using the Student Team Achievement Division model in teaching students' writing skills, and the effect size is about 64.53%. The mean score of the posttest in the experimental class was 84.06 and in the control class was 71.33. The researcher found that the significant result or Sig. (2-tailed) in the hypothesis test is 0.002, which is smaller than 0.005. Therefore, the null hypothesis is rejected (Ho) and the alternative hypothesis is accepted (Ha). This indicates that there is a mean difference between the experimental and control classes in teaching the skill of writing.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is often associated with challenges in aspects of social interaction and communication. Art Therapy, which utilizes the creative process in art as a therapeutic medium, is believed to help improve social and emotional skills in individuals with ASD. This research aims to explore the effectiveness of the Art Therapy approach in improving social interaction behavior in individuals with autism at the Art Therapy Center Widyatama Bandung. This study uses qualitative methods with a descriptive approach to assess the impact of Art Therapy on participants' social behavior. Data was collected through direct observation, interviews with therapists, alumni and parents. The results of the study show that Art Therapy can contribute significantly to changing the social interaction behavior of people with autism, with visible behavioral changes in self-expression, non-verbal communication, and skills.