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This study examines the application of digital hand lettering combined with orchid floral motifs as an effort to create aesthetic and innovative visual artwork. The aim of this research is to explore digital hand lettering techniques and blend them with flora-based design elements, specifically orchids, which hold high artistic value and strong cultural symbolism. The research method used is qualitative with a descriptive approach, where data is collected through a literature review on hand lettering. The findings indicate that integrating orchid motifs into digital hand lettering not only enriches the visual appeal of the artwork but also adds unique and distinctive aesthetics. The resulting creations from this application have great potential for use across various media, such as posters, invitations, and commercial product designs. The conclusion of this study emphasizes that the application of digital hand lettering with orchid motifs can serve as an intriguing alternative in modern graphic design, contributing to the development of creativity and innovation in the creative industry.

This research aims to analyze assistance in making environmentally based handicrafts as part of the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Program (P5) at SDN 3 Demulih. P5 is designed to build student characters who are creative, care about the environment, and are able to work together. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method, this research evaluates the effectiveness of mentoring in increasing students' creativity and awareness of environmentally friendly lifestyles. The research results show an increase in students' ability to use recycled materials to create useful products as well as increased awareness of environmental issues. This program has also succeeded in strengthening the application of Pancasila values, especially cooperation and social responsibility. Apart from improving practical skills, this activity forms students' character who cares about the environment and is oriented towards sustainability.

This research aims to analyze assistance in making environmentally based handicrafts as part of the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Program (P5) at SDN 3 Demulih. P5 is designed to build student characters who are creative, care about the environment, and are able to work together. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method, this research evaluates the effectiveness of mentoring in increasing students' creativity and awareness of environmentally friendly lifestyles. The research results show an increase in students' ability to use recycled materials to create useful products as well as increased awareness of environmental issues. This program has also succeeded in strengthening the application of Pancasila values, especially cooperation and social responsibility. Apart from improving practical skills, this activity forms students' character who cares about the environment and is oriented towards sustainability.

Human resources are an asset for organizations and agencies, because humans are part of the elements in every organization that can trigger creativity. Without effective human resources, it will be impossible for the organization to achieve its goals.The analysis used to test the research hypothesis uses descriptive analysis and path analysis. The results of this study show that there arethere is a positive influence of the physical environment on work motivation, there is a positive influence of situational leadership on work motivation, there is a positive influence of the physical environment on teacher performance, there is a positive influence of situational leadership on teacher performance, there is a positive influence of work motivation on teacher performance, there is a direct influence of the physical environment on performance through work motivation, there is a direct influence of situational leadership on performance through work motivation.In an effort to improve teacher performance, management ensures that the physical work environment is adequate, and that situational leadership is supportive so that it can increase work motivation.

The PC FEST 2024 Campus Website Competition successfully combined competitive and educational elements in order to enhance students' skills and creativity in web design and development. With wide participation from various universities in Indonesia, this competition highlighted the importance of responsive, informative, and interactive websites as digital representations of educational institutions. Through a series of intensive workshops, seminars, and mentoring sessions, participants were trained in the technical and aesthetic aspects of website creation, including coding, SEO, and multimedia integration. The competition focused on the practical application of the theory learned, with teams competing to create websites that were not only visually appealing but also functional and user-friendly. Evaluations from judges who are experts in the fields of information technology and web design provided valuable feedback for participants, allowing them to hone and refine their work further. The results of the competition showed significant progress in participants' skills and opened new insights into the potential use of digital technology in education. The competition not only showcased students' creativity and innovation, but also encouraged continued growth and development in the field of educational technology.

This service activity was carried out as an effort by the Indonesian Language Education study program to increase students' interest in reading about the regional lore of South Sumatra. Through this reading activity, it is hoped that students will be able to discover, know and understand the moral and cultural values in the sagas of South Sumatra. The Student Creativity Program (PkM) activities are carried out in the form of counseling. PkM activities were carried out at SMK Madyatama Palembang with 38 students. After implementing this PkM, students have a good interest in reading and increase their awareness at school that reading is important

This research was carried out in an effort to increase creativity through the use of paper pulp as a practical medium in fine arts learning for class VIII.1 students at SMPN 3 Batusangkar. This research is classroom action research, with the collection tools being observation and questionnaires. The research procedure is in the form of a cycle which includes four steps, namely planning, action, observation and reflection. The research instrument uses a creativity questionnaire and activity observation sheet. Data analysis was carried out via t test with the SPSS program. The research results showed that there was an increase in student creativity through the use of paper pulp as a practical medium in fine arts learning for Class VIII.1 students at SMPN 3 Batusangkar. In the pre-cycle, the percentage of student creativity was 65.60%. In cycle I, the percentage of student creativity was 72.70%. In cycle II, the percentage of student creativity was 88.81%.

This study analyzed the influence of five large personality dimensions—extraversion, friendliness, openness, caution, and emotional stability—on creativity and its implications on the performance of members of the amphibian and reptile-loving community in Surabaya. Using the quantitative approach and Likert questionnaire, the study found that openness and extraversion had a significant positive effect on creativity, which had an impact on improving the performance of community members. High creativity supports innovation in preservation, care, and education. These results suggest the importance of personality character management to encourage creativity and community effectiveness.

This research is motivated by the phenomenon of the lag of the Private Islamic Senior High School (MAS) YASTI Singkawang, the second oldest madrasah in the city which has been established since 1991, compared to newer schools that are more popular with the community. The main challenge faced is the small number of students. This condition questions the central role of madrasah principal leadership in improving the quality of education, especially in process standards, to respond to competition. The focus of this research is to examine: (1) the implementation of madrasah principal leadership, (2) supporting and inhibiting factors. This study employed a qualitative method with a field research approach. Data were collected through non-participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation studies. Informants in this study included the madrasah principal, teachers, administrative staff, and students. The collected data were analyzed interactively through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing to ensure the validity of the findings. The results of the study indicate that: (1) The madrasah principal's leadership is implemented collaboratively and participatively, involving all stakeholders in strategic planning and decision-making. (2) Key supporting factors include a conducive madrasah environment and diversified funding sources (BOS and madrasah cooperatives). Meanwhile, inhibiting factors include financial constraints, annual flooding, and a lack of community support and interest. Mitigation strategies were addressed through collaboration with government agencies, universities, and parents/guardians, as well as through simplifying lesson plans to enhance teacher creativity

Language continues to develop following social dynamics, especially among Generation Z who are known to be creative and practical, as seen in the use of the word “Seng”  as a form of affection in everyday communication. This phenomenon raises questions about its influence on the structure of the Indonesian language. The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of the word “Seng”  in communicating Indonesian in Generation Z's social circles. The method used was a phenomenological study. The results of the study found that the use of the word “Seng”  reflects the creativity and social identity of Generation Z in informal communication, but raises concerns about the degradation of good and correct Indonesian, especially in formal and educational contexts. It is hoped that this study can add to the literature on communication and Indonesian studies. Then, it is hoped that the results of the study can be a reference for further researchers who are interested in researching similar topics.

Islamic boarding school education plays a strategic role in producing a generation that excels not only in religious matters but also in economic independence through entrepreneurship. In the modern era, the creativity of students is an important indicator of the success of Islamic boarding school education because it can provide provisions in facing global challenges. Creativity is influenced by various factors, including entrepreneurship programs developed within the Islamic boarding school environment and the internalization of Islamic educational values ​​that shape innovative and ethical mindsets. Darul Hikmah Islamic Boarding School in Bangkalan is one institution that integrates these two aspects into its educational system. This study aims to: (1) evaluate the influence of entrepreneurship programs on students' creativity; (2) examine the influence of Islamic educational values ​​on creativity; and (3) assess the simultaneous influence of both on students' creativity. The study used a quantitative approach with an ex post facto design. A sample of 59 female students was selected using simple random sampling from a population of 590 students. Data were collected through questionnaires and documentation, then analyzed using simple and multiple linear regression tests with the help of SPSS. The results of the study showed that: (1) the entrepreneurship program had a significant effect on the creativity of students with a t value of 6.220 (p < 0.05); (2) Islamic educational values ​​also had a significant effect on creativity with a t value of 3.393 (p < 0.05); and (3) simultaneously, the entrepreneurship program and Islamic educational values ​​had a significant effect on the creativity of students with a F value of 26.117 (p < 0.05). The conclusion of this study is that the creativity of students can be increased through a balanced combination of entrepreneurship learning and internalization of Islamic educational values.

The art corner and digital application training in Gunung Anyar Tambak, Surabaya, aims to improve the quality of life of the community through creativity and skills development. This study analyzes the impact of the training program on community participation, social welfare improvement, and contribution to creativity development. The research method used is a qualitative approach by conducting interviews to identify community satisfaction during training, and then conducting interviews with dance training students in depth to explore the potential of students after attending dance training. The results showed that the program succeeded in increasing community interest and participation in arts activities, and had a positive impact on social and economic aspects. This training activity has an impact on increasing the motivation and ability of the community in the use of technology in the current era. Through a training program that involves the active participation of the community, this research analyzes the impact of the program on increasing the sense of belonging to local culture, creative economic development, and the formation of stronger social networks.

The dynamic development of digitalization today increases the important role of digital leadership as a key factor to optimize employee performance. Research specifically through the development of creativity and innovative behavior in the workplace. This study aims to examine the indirect effect of digital leadership on performance through creativity and innovative work behavior of employees. The research was conducted at PT Semen Indonesia (Persero) Tbk. The research approach used is quantitative with survey research design where data is collected through questionnaires. The sampling technique used purposive sampling. This study involved 74 respondents who were analyzed using Smart PLS 4.0. The research findings explain that digital leadership does not directly affect the performance of PT Semen Indonesia (Persero) Tbk employees, but has an indirect influence through innovative work behavior. Meanwhile, creativity is not proven to mediate the effect of digital leadership on employee performance. Digital leadership is able to increase employee creativity, but employee creativity is not able to improve the performance of PT Semen Indonesia (Persero) Tbk employees. The research findings underscore the important role of digital leadership to drive employee performance. The results also imply that management can apply digital leadership as a strategy to increase creativity and innovative behavior in the workplace where innovative work behavior drives employee performance.

The use of AI is seen as aiding the learning process, and students have used AI for various purposes in their coursework. This article aims to investigate the impact of AI use on their innovation and creativity, as well as the possibility of AI replacing lecturers. A qualitative study was conducted with 53 student respondents. Questions were asked about the definition of AI, the applications of AI they use, whether AI can enhance creativity and innovation, and whether AI will one day replace lecturers. The findings indicate that AI is artificial intelligence that serves as an aid in the student learning process. The majority of students use ChatGPT, and 37 students stated that AI can enhance their innovation and creativity by providing inspiration and initial ideas. AI is also a tool that accelerates the learning process and facilitates creative work, as well as AI as a means of developing skills such as critical reasoning and data analysis. However, the majority also stated that dependence on AI can actually reduce critical thinking and creativity. Regarding the role of lecturers, 41 students stated that AI cannot replace them. The implication of these findings is that AI can be used wisely while still being aware of its limitations and ethical use. The role of lecturers must be further enhanced to ensure that student learning processes address AI's limitations and allow students to further enhance their innovation and creativity, while simultaneously mitigating the associated risks.

This research aims to determine the effectiveness of using story framework media in improving the ability to write fantasy story texts for class VII students at Junior high school 5 Cimahi. Writing fantasy story texts requires creativity, developing imagination, and the ability to organize story lines well. Based on initial observations, many students still have difficulty writing structured, creative and coherent fantasy stories. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method to describe the facts that emerged during the research through observation and questionnaires. Data was collected through observation sheets which included plot development, characterization, use of language, and creativity. Based on the results of the analysis, 39% of students achieved the Very Good category, 50% the Good category, and 11% the Poor category with an average score of 81.9, which is classified as Good. Thus, story framework media is effective in helping students develop better and more structured fantasy story text writing skills. It is hoped that this research can contribute to the development of more innovative and effective Indonesian language learning methods

Activities to improve children's creativity through cheerful garden activities (learning while playing outdoors) in Pasinan village, Lekok sub-district, this activity was carried out for approximately five times and for its implementation on Saturdays and Sundays each meeting discussed a different topic. For the first activity in the ceria park, namely making a pigura made from used cardboard with decorations made from tree branches and origami. Providing material about the design of the craft form to be made and making changes to the design of the craft form so that the results obtained can channel the strengths of this cheerful garden program such as minimizing expenses, attracting customer attention by increasing product visuals, and maximizing the ergonomic value of the products created. This community service uses the PAR method and is able to improve the expertise and skills of children in Pasinan village, therefore the expertise possessed by everyone can undergo social change based on involvement in a related activity. The PAR method in community service activities is an activity that has a very significant impact because it focuses on improvement and change.

"Eco" (ecosystem) means nature, and "Print" means printing. These two words are combined into the word ecoprint. This method was developed with the aim of producing high-quality artwork using natural materials as dyes and design motifs. Leather is one of the materials used to make the ecoprint process. Namely leaves and plant flowers. Although each fabric uses the same type of plant leaves, the ecoprint process uses natural materials to create unique themes and patterns on each fabric. Using the PAR (Participatory Action Research) service method in the form of an approach by increasing community participation so that they can participate in the activity. This activity begins by determining the right day and date of implementation after that conducting observations and permission from the principal at MI Ihatta and MI Miftahul Ulum schools to be able to carry out activities at the school, in addition, ecoprint training activities are also held in the yard of the village hall office. There are several ways to make ecoprints, including (1) turning the tote bag inside out, (2) lining the inside with plastic so that the resulting color does not spread, (3) arranging several plant shapes on the tote bag and using the leaves and flowers, (4) after that cover the arranged plant parts using other plastic, (5) hit it using a stone or hammer slowly while holding the plastic cover so that the results obtained are not messy, (6) and the last stage is removing the remains of the plants that are stuck to the tote bag, after that turning the tote bag back to its original position and forming several beautiful motifs from the plant parts.

The program of efforts to improve the quality of educational facilities and infrastructure services at TKK St. Michael Baobolak, the development of economic literacy in the Maryke Village community aims to improve the quality of educational services at TK St. Michael Baobolak through the provision of facilities and infrastructure that are still inadequate, such as teaching aids, reading books, and play equipment. Thus, it is expected to create a more conducive and enjoyable learning environment for children, and support their optimal growth and development. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. Data were collected through direct observation, interviews with related parties such as the principal, teachers, and staff, as well as documentation related to educational facilities and infrastructure at TKK St. Michael Baobolak. The results of the study showed that this program succeeded in improving the quality of educational facilities and infrastructure services at TKK St. Michael Baobolak. On the other hand, the results of this activity have also provided coloring tools and alphabet posters. Coloring tools, such as crayons, colored pencils, and markers, are very important media to stimulate children's creativity. Through coloring activities, children not only train their fine motor skills, but also develop their imagination and ability to express themselves. Meanwhile, alphabet posters serve as effective visual aids to help children recognize letters and build the foundations of reading skills, thus having a positive impact on their well-being.

This community service program aims to socialize the importance of early saving habits to children using an Islamic financial approach, while also contributing to the village of Jaranguda in environmental preservation through the creation of organic and non-organic trash bins. The activities included preparation, socialization of the program, and participation in various social activities, such as group exercises, religious recitations, and the Independence Day celebration. Furthermore, the program developed the creativity of RA Nur Ilmi kindergarten students through games and skill-based activities. The results show that the program successfully fostered positive relationships between the students and the local community, raised awareness about the importance of saving and environmental management, and provided valuable experience for students in applying their knowledge within the community. The program is expected to continue with the support of various stakeholders to generate more long-term and significant impacts.

This study aims to evaluate the implementation of Festival Anak Sholeh at Yayasan Perguruan Ar Rahman Misriadi, which focuses on increasing students' creativity and self-confidence in the religious field. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach with a descriptive design, which involves observation, interviews, and documentation. The research subjects consisted of religious teachers who acted as trainers and students from Madrasah Tsanawiyah (MTs) and Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (MI) levels. The results showed that the festival succeeded in increasing the spirit of learning religion, developing students' interests and talents in religion, and strengthening their self-confidence. Students were very enthusiastic in participating in various competitions, such as adhan and short verse recitation competitions, which were carried out in a structured manner with full support from the school. Nevertheless, this study also identified some constraints, such as limited space, lack of teacher participation in guiding students, and technical problems related to equipment. These constraints indicate the need for improvement in the implementation of the festival in the future so that it can be more optimal in achieving its goals. Thus, the Festival Anak Sholeh is not only a competition event, but also a means of strengthening character and Islamic values among students. This research provides recommendations for improvements in various aspects of the implementation of the festival so that it can be more effective in supporting the development of students' potential in the religious field.