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This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model in enhancing the critical thinking abilities of 4th-grade students. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques such as observation, interviews with mentor teachers, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of PBL has a positive impact on developing students' critical thinking skills. Students are accustomed to facing real-world problems, analyzing situations, and seeking relevant and rational solutions. Furthermore, this learning model also enhances students' communication and collaboration skills as they engage in group discussions to solve problems collectively. However, challenges in its implementation lie in time management and ensuring the active participation of all students in the learning process. Overall, this study demonstrates that PBL is effective in developing students' critical thinking abilities, as well as improving their social and communication skills, which are essential in daily life.

This study aims to analyze the use of YouTube in Islamic Religious Education (IRE) learning in schools. The results indicate that the use of YouTube enhances students' interest, facilitates the understanding of abstract material, and develops critical thinking and digital skills. Videos presented through YouTube help students understand IRE content in a more engaging and practical way, particularly in matters of theology, worship practices, and Islamic history. Despite the many benefits, the use of YouTube also faces challenges such as the selection of appropriate content, limitations in technological infrastructure, risk of distractions, and more complex time management. Therefore, strict supervision, careful content selection, and effective classroom management by teachers are necessary to optimize the use of YouTube in IRE learning. This study recommends the proper integration of YouTube into the learning process, supported by improved infrastructure and teacher training.

This research is motivated by the researcher's concern for the continuity of the teaching and learning process in the use of the fiqh subject learning method, especially in the practical learning material, according to the researcher's observations attached. The purpose of this study is to describe the implementation of the demonstration learning method for tayammum practice in class IV-B students of Madrasah Diniyah Awaliyah 1 Pekanbaru. The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive method, namely a method that aims to describe or explain events that occur in the field. Data collection techniques consist of observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis used in this study consists of data reduction, data representation, and drawing Fiqh related to the practice of Tayammum Class IV-B Madrasah Diniah Awaliyah 1 Pekanbaru can motivate students to practice Tayammum properly. The results of this study indicate that the application of the demonstration method in the subject Many students of Class IV-B Madrasah Diniah Awaliyah 1 Pekanbaru seem to still be lacking in the ability to understand the practice of Tayammum. Therefore, you need to apply a direct learning method. After enrichment, many students understand how to tayammum.

Laziness is a behavior that is often experienced by almost everyone, including students. As the next generation of the nation, students should have high enthusiasm in pursuing knowledge. Education is not only limited to the classroom; knowledge can be found anywhere and anytime. Therefore, it is important for students to try to overcome their lazy habits, because laziness can have detrimental effects. For example, if a student is lazy to study, he will lose the opportunity to gain useful knowledge. On the other hand, if the student is diligent in studying and is able to overcome laziness, they will gain broader knowledge and insight. Problems that often arise are the lack of enthusiasm from students in the learning process, non-compliance in completing assignments and taking notes, and the tendency to fall asleep or leave the classroom during the lesson. To overcome this problem, the method of implementing group guidance is carried out in three stages: First, starting with the introduction and delivery of material on the theme of "Learning", which aims to introduce the concept of effective learning and foster student interest. Second, an explanation of the material regarding "Learning Motivation" to encourage students to study hard for a brighter future. Third, the presentation of material on the theme "Why do we have to go to school?" which provides students with an understanding of the importance of education and the reasons to continue learning. Through this group guidance process, it is hoped that it can foster an effective learning spirit and encourage students to participate more actively in learning activities in the classroom.

This study developed a Discovery Learning model with a Meaningful Learning approach to improve students' critical thinking skills in Economics at SMAN 2 Tulang Bawang Udik. The study used the ADDIE model and produced a conceptual model, lesson plans, student worksheets, and HOTS assessment instruments. Expert validation results showed that the products were feasible, practicality tests obtained a very practical category, and effectiveness tests with a Nonequivalent Control Group design showed that the critical thinking of students in the experimental class was higher than that of the control class. These results confirm that this learning model is feasible, practical, and effective, and can be a guide for teachers for active, contextual, and high-level thinking skills-oriented learning. Additionally, the integration of Discovery Learning and Meaningful Learning provides a structured and student-centered learning process that encourages learners to construct knowledge independently while connecting concepts to real-life contexts. The resulting learning tools also support teachers in implementing systematic instruction that fosters student engagement and deeper understanding. Overall, the developed model contributes to improving instructional quality in Economics education and offers an innovative alternative for enhancing students’ cognitive abilities, particularly in critical thinking.

This research is a quantitative descriptive study with an instrument in the form of a questionnaire. Data analysis was carried out in two ways, quantitative data was analyzed by non-parametric statistics and qualitative data was classified through coding. The population and sample of this study were all 12 teachers. The results showed that (1) all teachers at SDN Kepanjen 01 Kepanjen District, Malang Regency carried out WFH according to the Government Circular Letter, namely the learning planning stage: using it for making lesson plans and discussing with fellow teachers; stages of the learning process: using google forms and WA for student attendance, zoom for delivering material, WA for giving and collecting assignments, youtube and the web for learning media; and the learning evaluation stage: using google forms for PH or PTS and gadgets to correct student evaluation results. (2) The implementation of WFH at SDN Kepanjen 01 encountered various obstacles. (3) Obstacles during WFH are categorized into obstacles in gadgets, internet, material understanding, finance, communication, and level of focus. (4) The solution to the problems experienced is adjusted to the situation and condition of teachers and students' families at SDN Kepanjen 01 so that WFH and BDR can still run optimally. (5) WFH has a positive impact, namely creating a feeling of security because it avoids the spread of covid-19, has more free time, is free to determine work schedules, and automatically reduces transportation costs. While the negative impact is that teachers experience boredom, reduced interaction with colleagues, lowers the quality of performance results, and is addicted to social media. The researcher's suggestions for teachers are that teachers should (1) implement whatever policies have been set by the Principal with full responsibility and enthusiasm; (2) discuss all the obstacles that arise during WFH with the Principal and fellow teachers in order to obtain the most appropriate solution; (3) always teach students to apply health protocols at home; and (4) although WFH has a negative impact, teachers must be able to overcome it in various ways so as not to affect the quality of learning for students.

This study aims to analyze the school supervision program and the competence of supervisors in an effort to improve the quality of educators. The school supervision program is designed as a guideline for the implementation of the main tasks and functions of supervisors, which include academic supervision, managerial supervision, educational evaluation, as well as coaching principals and teachers in the assisted schools. Competencies required by supervisors include personality, managerial skills, academic supervision skills, educational evaluation, and research and development skills. This study emphasizes the importance of sustainable and planned supervision by referring to the results of previous supervision and prevailing education policies. The findings show that the implementation of an effective supervision program supported by the competence of qualified supervisors can improve the quality of the learning process and the performance of educators in the assisted schools. Thus, strategic supervision is a key factor in creating a quality education system.

The issues in school learning are diverse, with several factors contributing to these challenges, including teachers, students, and the learning media used by teachers. Every teacher must continuously innovate in creating learning media that meet the needs of students. This can help minimize the challenges in teaching the Indonesian language in the classroom. Meanwhile, student learning factors and media also impact the Indonesian language learning process. Students often face difficulties in understanding the language or information being taught, which lowers their interest in learning. Additionally, the media used are often less effective and lack interactivity, failing to meet the current needs of students. This includes limited use of technology or a wide range of digital learning resources, indicating that the combination of student limitations and poor adaptation represents a significant challenge for effective and engaging Indonesian language learning.

Christian Religious Education (PAK) has an important role in forming students' character and faith by prioritizing the application of Christian teachings in everyday life. PAK teachers not only focus on teaching theological doctrine, but also provide guidance to students in applying the values ​​of faith in every decision and social relationship. By using a creative, relevant and technology-based approach, Christian Religious Education (PAK) teachers are able to overcome various challenges faced, such as negative influences from the environment and limited student understanding. In this way, they are able to create a learning process that inspires and strengthens student character. The role of PAK teachers includes implementing learning strategies based on Bible stories, critical discussions, real action projects, and the use of technology. This aims to link the concept of faith with life values. Barriers such as limited resources and minimal student involvement can be overcome by using an inclusive and interactive approach. PAK teachers inspire students to understand and apply Christian values, forming individuals with strong characters who are responsive to social demands.

Learning planning in Christian religious education has a significant role in shaping student character based on Christian values. Christian religious education teachers provide guidance for students in understanding the values ​​of faith such as love, justice, humility, forgiveness, and service to others, apart from just being teachers. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach by carrying out a literature review to find the role played by Christian religious education teachers in developing the learning process. From the research results, it was revealed that effective learning planning is able to provide support for students in understanding and applying religious values ​​in their daily activities. However, teachers face several challenges, such as limited resources, lack of adequate training, resistance to change, and difficulties in implementing online learning. Improving teacher skills, utilizing technology, creating relevant modules, and collaboration between schools are key elements in the proposed solution. By applying the latest appropriate strategies, Christian religious education teachers can create effective learning experiences to guide a generation with good morals in accordance with Christian principles and ready to face the dynamics of ever-changing times.

Learning mathematics in the technological era presents new challenges. The learning process has undergone a transformation towards digitalization. One form of innovation is the utilization of technological media such as Google Sites to assist students in learning mathematics. This research discusses the transformation of developing interactive teaching materials in learning mathematics for grade 5 elementary school students through the Google Sites platform. As a learning tool, Google Sites allows teachers to design more interesting and interactive teaching materials with the integration of text, images, videos, and animations. This research uses the literature study method to explore the potential of technology-based media in improving the quality of mathematics learning. The results of the study show that the use of Google Sites can improve students' understanding of the material, learning outcomes, as well as their active involvement in the learning process. In addition, the flexibility of access and cloud-based features make it easier for students and teachers to support distance learning or blended learning. Thus, this study confirms the importance of technological innovation in mathematics learning to improve the quality of basic education.

This study aims to increase the interest in learning history among ninth-grade students at SMP Sinar Pancasila Betun through the application of the role-playing method. The research problem addressed in this study is how effective the role-playing method is in increasing students' interest in learning history and what factors influence the success of this method. The study uses a classroom action research (CAR) method, consisting of four cycles. Each cycle includes stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. Data collection instruments used include observation sheets and learning interest questionnaires. The results of the study show a significant increase in students' interest in learning after the application of the role-playing method. In the second cycle, the average student learning interest was at 66%, and it gradually increased to 81% by the fourth cycle. The discussion of these results indicates that the role-playing method not only increases students' interest in learning but also facilitates collaboration, active participation, and student creativity in the history learning process. Therefore, it can be concluded that the role-playing method is effective in increasing the interest in learning history among ninth-grade students at SMP Sinar Pancasila Betun.

The quality of education is one of the important issues that draws attention in various educational discussions in Indonesia. In educational organizations, as in any other organization, achieving good and effective organizational performance becomes the focus of education managers. The impacts of globalization, the development of science and technology, and modern learning models and methods are all contributing factors. This research refers to literature research. To obtain research data, the researcher collects, analyzes, and compiles sources from articles, books, and previous research papers on the application of strategic management in education. The researcher then supplements the strategic management data to improve the quality of education. Teachers and economic policy researchers have started meeting to discuss policy changes in management and how to respond to them. To achieve superior organizational performance, an organization must be able to compete in both human resources and finances. Both are crucial elements for an organization. The role of leadership is a key element in achieving this goal. Improving the quality of education in educational institutions, addressing global challenges, enhancing the quality of educational management, improving the quality of the learning process, improving the quality of human resources in education, as well as strategic management and operational management in building network management.

This research focuses on differentiated learning in biology subjects at SMAS Al Hikmah, which emphasizes the unique characteristics of each student. However, there are various obstacles in its implementation. The purpose of this study is to analyze the strategies used by biology teachers, the challenges faced, and the solutions applied in overcoming these problems. The research method used is qualitative descriptive, with data collection through interviews and documentation. The research sample consisted of Biology Teachers at SMAS Al Hikmah Sirampog. In practice, differentiated learning faces a number of challenges, including time constraints that force teachers to be more careful in planning the time for each material to be taught. In addition, teachers have difficulty in implementing content differentiation because the majority of students (90%) are students who are not allowed to use mobile phones. To overcome these obstacles, teachers are advised to develop a lesson plan that includes teaching strategies, learning media, and learning procedures. This aims to maximize time during the teaching and learning process in the classroom. In addition, teachers can replace content differentiation with activities related to P5 (Pancasila student profile strengthening project), such as making videos or podcasts, to minimize time limitations.

Self-adjustment is an interaction ability to establish a good relationship between individuals and their environment. New student self-adjustment is a challenge to deal with changes from high school to college. Changes in terms of academic, social, emotional and institutional attachment are much more difficult than the previous level of education so that new students have difficulty adjusting. This study aims to determine the description of the self-adjustment. Methods: The type of research design used is descriptive with a cross sectional design. The instrument used is a questionnaire with google form media. The population in this study are 99 respondents. The sampling technique uses total sampling technique with a sample size of 99 respondents. Results: Based on the results of the study analyzed using univariate analysis, it shows that new students have a high level of self-adjustment, namely 68 people (68.7%) and moderate self-adjustment as many as 31 people (31.3%). Low self-adjustment can be caused by self-doubt, lack of self-confidence, lack of openness from others and excessive stress. Conclusion: So the researcher expects new students to multiply relationships, improve talents and skills, follow guidance during the learning process in lectures and seek support and motivation from mentors, friends, and family.  

Learning Indonesian for foreign speakers faces various challenges, especially in mastering vowels which are an important component in communication. This article aims to examine effective Indonesian language learning strategies using simple vowel pocket books through a literature review. This study involves an analysis of theories and approaches in second language learning, as well as the importance of vowel mastery. The methodology used is a literature review by examining various relevant sources and case studies. The results of the study indicate that simple vowel pocket books are effective in improving the pronunciation and understanding of Indonesian vowels for foreign speakers. This pocket book has also been shown to increase student motivation and involvement in the learning process. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of integrating practical and user-friendly learning aids to support the success of Indonesian language learning.

Educational innovation is the application of new ideas, methods or technology in the field of education which aims to improve the learning process, expand access to education and improve learning outcomes. This innovation involves changes to teaching approaches, curriculum, evaluation, and school management to create a more effective learning environment. This research aims to analyze and examine various theories and research results on educational innovation in Indonesia. This research uses qualitative research methods with literature studies. The results of this research include (1) Educational Innovation, (2) Innovation to overcome Educational problems, (3) Quality of Educational Innovation, (4) Development of Educational Innovation, (5) Position of Educational Innovation, (6) Role of Educational Innovation, (7) Discussion of Innovation in Technology, (8) The Role of Innovation Management, (9) Learning Innovation, (10) Implementation of Innovation Power-based Education.

This study aims to analyze the models and strategies of prose teaching, specifically Hikayat, at SMK Negeri 4 Medan. The teaching of prose plays a significant role in enhancing students' literacy, deepening appreciation for literary works, and instilling moral and local cultural values. The method used in this study is descriptive qualitative, which includes observation, interviews, and documentation, with an emphasis on the implementation of teaching strategies by Indonesian language teachers. The results of the study show that the learning process at this vocational school faces various challenges, such as low student interest and limitations in literacy. To address these issues, teachers integrate theory with practice, utilize multimedia-based technology, and implement group discussions to encourage active student participation. Evaluation is conducted through student work presentations, combining literacy assessment and speaking skills. Recommendations from this study include the development of innovative, technology-based approaches and increased student engagement in the learning process to create more effective and meaningful learning experiences.

This study aims to analyze the alignment of life values contained in Surah Al-Maidah, verse 36, with the objectives of Islamic education. The verse teaches the importance of moral accountability, sincerity in repentance, and spiritual awareness, which can be applied in the learning process to shape students' character. The method used is a qualitative approach with thematic analysis of relevant tafsir and literature related to the research theme. The findings indicate that the values in Surah Al-Maidah, verse 36, are highly relevant to the principles of Islamic education, which emphasize the formation of noble character, social responsibility, and spiritual awareness. The implication of these findings is the importance of integrating these values into the Islamic education curriculum so that education focuses not only on intellectual aspects but also on shaping students' character with good morals and high spiritual awareness.

This research aims to develop and test the feasibility of products in the form of heyzine flipbook-based learning media in the subject of Lathe Machining Engineering class XI at SMK Kemala Bhayangkari 1 Jakarta. This learning media was developed using the R&D (Research and Development) method using a 4D model consisting of define, design, develop, and disseminate. In the process of assessing the feasibility of this learning media, it provides a validation assessment questionnaire instrument to material experts, media experts, and media feasibility tests to students in grade XI of Machining Engineering as respondents. Learning media is validated by experts with a score of 100% for the material aspect, 94% for the media aspect. And for the results of the feasibility trial, the learning media got a score of 91% of the results of the trial of 53 students. From the results of the test, it can be concluded that the heyzine flipbook-based learning media in the Lathe Machining Engineering class XI subject at SMK Kemala Bhayangkari 1 Jakarta is "Very Feasible" to be used for Lathe Machining Engineering learning activities. The focus of this study is at the stage of development and feasibility testing of the developed media only, as for the results of this study, there are several recommendations that can be given, including the following, heyzine flipbook-based learning media can be implemented and utilized optimally in the learning process of Lathe Machining Engineering at SMK Kemala Bhayangkari 1 Jakarta and other schools where there are Lathe Machining Engineering subjects. And heyzine flipbook-based learning media in the subject of Lathe Machining Engineering needs to be further researched such as the effectiveness of heyzine flipbook-based learning media in the subject of Lathe Machining Engineering.