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The research and development is titled “Development of Pop-Up Book Media in Enhancing Literacy Culture in the Reading Corner Program at SMP Negeri 1 Berastagi.”This development research aims to determine: (1) The design of pop-up book media; (2) The development of pop-up book media in enhancing student literacy; (3) The feasibility of pop-up book media in improving student literacy. This research is conducted using a Research and Development (R&D) model with the 4D model, which includes Define (definition), Design (design), Development (development), and Dissemination (dissemination). The subjects of this research are students of SMP Negeri 1 Berastagi, totaling 35 individuals. The instruments used in this research include questionnaires to assess the development, feasibility, and effectiveness of the media. Data analysis techniques include product data analysis, initial data analysis, and hypothesis testing.The results show that the pop-up book media received evaluations of 81% from media experts, 92% from material experts, and 65% from language experts. There was an average increase in student scores of 83%, indicating a significant change between pretest and posttest scores. The conclusion of the research is that the pop-up book media for drama content is suitable for use in literacy activities of the reading corner program. Recommendations for future research include being more meticulous in planning the development of pop-up book media, ensuring it aligns with the needs and characteristics of students.

In line with the rapid advancement of technology, there has been a significant decline in reading interest across various age groups—both adults and children. One of the main contributing factors is the increasing addiction to digital devices, which has shifted attention away from reading activities and learning responsibilities at home. In response to this issue, we have initiated a movement aimed at revitalizing the spirit of literacy through the establishment and development of the Baitul Ilmi Community Reading Center located in Gesang Village. As an initial step, we have launched a book donation program, open to anyone who wishes to contribute books to support the sustainability of this literacy initiative. Based on our preliminary study, the primary target audience of this program includes children at the kindergarten and elementary school levels. To enhance their engagement and participation, we have adopted the field trip method as our key strategy. This method has proven to effectively increase children's enthusiasm and has received a positive response from the local community, particularly from parents. This initiative is also supported by various community stakeholders, including village authorities, the Family Welfare Empowerment Team (TP PKK), and the Gesang Village Youth Organization (Karang Taruna), all of whom are committed to fostering a culture of literacy from an early age to ensure a brighter future for the next generation.

The decline in the culture of literacy and numeracy in Lubuk Linggau City has resulted in low interest in reading among the public, especially students, as well as a lack of adequate facilities and infrastructure to support these activities. To coincide with the commemoration of National Education Day, a literacy and numeracy festival at elementary, middle and high school levels was held. The aim is to arouse students' interest in improving the culture of literacy and numeracy, the method used in this activity is holding several competitions, the aim of holding the competition is to increase students' enthusiasm in competing to improve the culture of literacy and numeracy. The results obtained from this activity are very beneficial for the community, especially students, with this literacy and numeracy festival, students can develop and improve literacy and numeracy culture for the advancement of education in Lubuk Linggau City..

In the fast-paced era of globalization, the role of youth is crucial in preserving and developing religious values in society. In Pulau Panggung Village, despite having significant youth potential, their participation in religious activities remains low. This has led to a decline in understanding and practicing religious values, especially among children. To address this issue, the implementation of the Community Service Program (KKN) focusing on Quranic reading and writing education using the Talaqqi method can provide a solution. The Talaqqi method, which involves direct interaction between the teacher and students, offers in-depth personal guidance in Quranic education. It is expected to enhance children's skills in reading and writing the Quran and their understanding of religious values. Additionally, the program aims to boost religious enthusiasm among youth through comprehensive education about religion and culture. By optimizing the implementation of this KKN program, it is hoped that youth involvement in religious activities will improve and religious values in society will be strengthened.

This research aims to describe the implementation of literacy culture programs in elementary schools. This research uses a qualitative phenomenological approach. The subjects were school principals, teachers, students selected using purposive sampling techniques. Test the validity of the data using triangulation techniques by comparing the results of observations, interviews and documentation. The research results show that: 1) The policy of implementing a literacy culture in elementary schools using the government's School Literacy Movement program. This is based on Minister of Education and Culture Regulation no. 23 of 2015 which focuses on character development. (2) Implementation of literacy culture in elementary schools. This is based on the habituation stage which involves 10 minutes of reading the Koran and story books before learning. The activity development stage carried out was responding to the contents of reading books by reading independently, giving appreciation to students' literacy achievements, and having a school literacy team. The learning stage involves getting used to reading textbooks and using various strategies that support learning.  

Calistung learning is part of the Early Childhood Education (PAUD) Curriculum. Basically, Khalistan learning focuses on teaching reading, writing and arithmetic skills. This is stated in Appendix I to the Regulation of the Minister of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia (Permen) No. 137, Content Standards for Developmental Achievement Levels for Children 4-5 Years and 5-6 Years (STPPA). 2014. This introduction aims to prepare children to continue to the next level of education, namely basic education. However, the ideal Calistung PAUD learning model is still a serious problem in a broader context, especially when combined with the possibility of further SD/MI entrance exams in the form of the Calistung test. Many elementary schools/MIs hold Calistung entrance exams as a prerequisite for accepting new students according to standards  

This research departs from the phenomenon that occurred in Islamic boarding schools that are still not strong in developing a literacy culture in creating a generation that is waiting through educational leadership. The purpose of this research is to find out the literacy culture for students in the digital era, literacy facilitation for students and the impact of literacy culture for students at the Sirojut Tholibin Plosokandang Islamic boarding school.  The methods used in this service activity are the lecture method, question and answer method, and discussion method. The cottage-based literacy movement is carried out in three stages, namely the habituation stage, the development stage, and the learning stage.  The results of the implementation of service at Sirojut Tholibin Plosokandang related to literacy culture in this all-digital era can be held properly and smoothly in accordance with the work program that has been prepared. The purpose of this work program is so that Indonesian youth, especially students in Sirojut Tholibin Plosokandang, do not abandon the reading culture even though the times are increasingly sophisticated, especially in social media. Utilizing the technology they have for positive things for future provisions. Continue to develop a literate culture so that it can create a work that can be enjoyed by the general public. And the hope is that in the future when they become alumni students, they will be able to compete with the outside world. That is the hope of the community service implementation team and the caregivers of Sirojut Tholibin Plosokandang.

The Teaching Campus Program through the Independent Learning Campus (MBKM) policy is a strategic step for the Ministry of Education and Culture in improving the literacy and numeracy competencies of students in Indonesia. Involving students directly makes a significant contribution in strengthening learning at the elementary school level, according to the needs and conditions the school is facing. With this activity, it is hoped that teachers can be motivated to create a more enjoyable learning atmosphere, especially students who are motivated to continue learning and develop their potential. The School Literacy Movement (GLS) is one of the names of the activities we provide to study literacy in children to increase interest in reading. Increasing students' literacy competency is a positive result of the implementation of the Class 6 Teaching Campus Program at SDN 027977 West Binjai. Hopefully this program will continue to provide positive benefits for education at the school, especially in grades II, IV, V and VI.

Adlerian counseling is a counseling approach that refers to individuals who want to achieve their life goals by motivating them towards mastery and fulfillment of life needs, Adler also considers that social interest is a measure of mental health. In the Adlerian counseling process, multicultural competence is considered very important as a form of empathy that can be shown by counselors to individuals with the same cultural background. This research method is skinative with a type of literature study, literature study is a technique or method by reviewing sources that have been made before, such as collecting library data, reading, recording, and reprocessing materials that will be used for research. The purpose of the research is to discuss Adlerian counseling in a multicultural perspective. The results of this study include (1) Adlerian counseling there are several techniques that can be used including interpretation, dream analysis, and also free association. (2) Adlerian counseling has stages that are important to do, namely developing relationships, exploring the dynamics of individual psychology, and finally encouraging self understanding and insight. (3) Adlerian counseling has advantages and disadvantages, which can be adjusted to the problems of the counselee that must be resolved. (4) Adlerian counseling often uses a multicultural perspective where the counseling process must run by adjusting the culture between the counselor and the counselee in order to establish a deep relationship and empathy based on similar cultural backgrounds.

Art performance activities as a form of community service by the Pattimura University KKN student program, Batch L in Tihu Village, collaborated with SD Negeri 46 and SD Negeri 56 Perumnas Poka. The purpose of this activity is to increase self-confidence, as well as explore and hone students' requests and talents for various arts and cultures. The results of the implementation of this art performance activity show that students of SD Negeri 46 and SD Negeri 56 Perumnas Poka have diverse talents, this activity provides a forum for students to channel their interests and talents, increase their creativity and innovation in the fields of poetry reading, speeches, solo singing and group singing, as well as fostering a sense of togetherness and kinship between students of SD Negeri 46 and SD Negeri 56 Perumnas Poka.

This research focuses on the relationship between reading and mathematics abilities using PISA 2022 data. The importance of literacy and numeracy as the main foundation for student development is the starting point for this research. In the midst of Indonesia's challenges in building a culture of literacy, especially at the elementary school level, this research explores the relationship between reading and mathematics abilities through analysis of PISA 2022 data. Secondary data from the PISA 2020 survey and regression analysis techniques are used to explore this relationship. The analysis results show a significant correlation between these two abilities, with a strong and positive correlation coefficient. These findings indicate that students with good reading skills tend to have better math skills. In conclusion, it is important to build literacy and numeracy from an early age at the elementary school level to prepare students to face more complex material. This research suggestion includes the development of integrated literacy and numeracy programs, updating the mathematics curriculum, teacher training, strengthening parental involvement, use of educational technology, as well as further research to understand the factors that influence the relationship between reading literacy and mathematics ability.

Literacy and numeracy are basic competencies needed by students to analyze reading and numbers in various contexts.  Based on the research results, it is known that the literacy and numeracy competencies of students in Indonesia are still very lacking. For this reason, the Ministry of Education and Culture, through the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) policy, is holding a program called the Teaching Campus, which invites students to contribute to strengthening students' literacy and numeracy learning, especially at the junior high school level. Students work directly to help schools, teachers and students according to school conditions and existing needs. The student activities in implementing this campus teaching program are prepared in the form of a RAK (Collaborative Action Plan). However, before that the students are handed over by the field supervisor to the school, then the students carry out school observations. Once they felt they had enough observation data, students created a RAK with the main target of developing the quality of literacy and numeracy. In line with this, students carry it out together with a team that has been formed by the campus teaching program organizing committee. All activities include teaching in class, calistung tutoring, garden improvements, green parks, Bible study, art lessons, literacy trees, reading corners, helping with administration in employee offices, student character training, mutual cooperation, morning cleaning, helping with daily pickets, and development Student talent is a program that the student team carries out during the assignment period at the placement school for the class 7 campus teaching program at SMP Negeri 1 Palipi, JL. Mogang Harbor District. Palipi, Kab. Samosir.

Spotify, present in more than 90 countries with millions of users, faces the challenge of implementing effective marketing strategies to address local market diversity while maintaining global cohesion. This strategy involves increasing product personalization to meet the diverse needs of consumers from various countries, as well as supporting the richness of local music culture in each market, including in countries with strong cultural nationalism such as Indonesia. This research aims to investigate the global marketing strategies implemented by Spotify, the world's leading music streaming platform, with a focus on product personalization, cultural adaptation, and collaboration and partnerships. The research methodology used in this research is a literature review with a qualitative approach and secondary data types. The literature review approach was chosen because it allows collecting information from various relevant sources to answer the research problem formulation. The type of data used is secondary data, obtained from sources such as Spotify annual reports, market research data, academic journal articles, and industry media. The data collection method is carried out by taking data from the library, reading, taking notes and processing research materials. The results of the study conclude that Spotify has succeeded in implementing an effective global marketing strategy to expand its reach and influence in the competitive and diverse music market. With a focus on product personalization, and collaborative partnerships, Spotify has demonstrated significant innovation in facing the challenges of globalization.

The Teaching Campus Program is a Ministry of Education and Culture program that offers Indonesian students to hone their skills according to their talents and interests. The Teaching Campus Program is to introduce students as part of improving reading learning, especially in implementing the School Literacy Movement (GLS).  The School Literacy Movement (GLS) is an activity that must be carried out to support the realization of effective learning and aims to understand one's abilities through reading, listening, speaking, and writing. This study aims to determine the implementation of the School Literacy Movement (GLS) through the Teaching Campus program at Jojogan State Elementary School and to find out the supporting and inhibiting factors for Teaching Campus students in implementing the School Literacy Movement (GLS) at Jojogan State Elementary School. Using a qualitative research approach where the type of research is descriptive. Data collection techniques use observation, interviews, and documentation. In collecting field data, researchers used participant observation and interviews, followed by data analysis. The data analysis technique uses data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that the implementation of the School Literacy Movement through the Teaching Campus Program succeeded in running the literacy program in the school with various literacy programs. By using several stages, namely the planning stage, the implementation stage, and the evaluation stage. The supporting and inhibiting factors of this program include the existence of a teaching campus program, facilities and infrastructure, and collaboration between teachers and students. Meanwhile, the inhibiting factors of this program include the learning culture of students who are not conducive, or are not accustomed to a culture of literacy, and there is no school librarian to manage the library as a means of the Literacy Movement program at school.

In the 21st century, the acquisition of English as a second language is very important for a group of children in Walal Village who are currently studying at elementary school. This is useful for supporting 6 skills of 21st century education, namely critical thinking, communication, creativity, collaboration, culture and connectivity. Walal Village is one of the model villages in Sorong Regency which has a high enthusiasm for creating the latest breakthroughs, especially in the field of education. Walal Village is located in Salawati District which must be traveled 35 kilometers from Sorong City. Thus, access to information related to education is very limited for children in Walal Village. In this case, students of the Community Service Lecture (KPM) at the Muhammadiyah Sorong Education University provided one month of English literacy assistance for the children of Kampung Walal community. The aim of this assistance is an effort to empower Human Resources (HR) through a community empowerment program for English language learning guidance.  This English literacy assistance is very important to provide to Walal Village children who are already aware of the importance of English around them. This program is also related to the description of the Walal Village Government's vision and mission in developing human resources in terms of quality education. English literacy assistance includes acquiring English, processing language in the form of remembering and memorizing words or terms, and understanding meanings that can be applied to listening, reading, speaking and writing skill activities. The efforts of this English literacy assistance are to change the mindset of the children of Walal Village that learning English is fun, regardless of age, and affordable. In fact, through mentoring, children in Walal Village experience changes in knowledge and attitudes during the English literacy process.

Essays or essays and students, whether at elementary, intermediate, or higher levels, often produce poor results. Many mistakes are made regarding spelling, word choice, and sentence structure. Many students do not understand scientific texts and their rules. This misunderstanding These misconceptions are very seriously researched considering the efforts of the government, educational institutions, including universities, to improve the culture of research in the academics. This research uses a qualitative method with the type of approach in the form of a library study. The results of the research It was found that the factors that cause difficulties in writing scientific papers are, for example, the low motivation of students in writing, lack of confidence and in writing, lack of confidence and lack of mood, low interest in reading, low student curiosity, and students' understanding of scientific papers that are not good scientific writing as well as low mastery of the writing the rules of writing.

The rapid development of technology has provided two sides to the dilemma which have positive and negative impacts. As a result, literacy cultural activities have decreased and it is very worrying because of the influence of devices that often spend time playing online games. This can influence children's interest in reading books, therefore this research aims to find out the role of children's literature in improving children's reading literacy culture. The method used in this research is using qualitative research methods through library research using data collection, studying theories from various literature related to the research. This situation indicates that children really need literature in their development and growth, literature is a means offered to improve the culture of reading literacy for children.

This research aims to determine the role of literacy activities in increasing students' interest in reading and writing. This research is qualitative research in the form of library research, namely a method of collecting data, understanding and researching theories from various scientific literature. Collecting data by searching for sources and constructing them from various sources such as books, journals and existing research. The research results show that literacy indirectly motivates students to be interested in reading and writing activities. From literacy activities, students are interested in taking part in writing, storytelling or reading competitions organized by the school with a high sense of responsibility. Literacy can provide benefits for students, for example increasing insight, making it easier to read and understand the material being studied. By building and maintaining a strong literacy culture, society can create an environment that supports and stimulates interest in reading and writing among all generations

The focus of the discussion in this research regarding the role of literature in learning Indonesian and the importance of reading literary works in developing language skills can provide a deep understanding of how literature influences students' learning processes. The integration of literature in Indonesian language learning is still less than optimal. Therefore, efforts need to be made to optimize the role of literature. By optimizing the role of literature, it is hoped that learning Indonesian can provide maximum benefits for students. In this research, the author used a qualitative method through literature study. Literature has a significant role in learning Indonesian. Literary works can be used as a medium to develop language skills (listening, reading, writing, speaking), enrich vocabulary, understand grammar, and increase appreciation of literary works. Apart from that, literary learning also plays a role in instilling life values, building character, encouraging creativity, and increasing awareness of culture and diversity. Literature also encourages students' creativity and critical thinking, literature learning allows students to express their feelings about beautiful things.

Living a Christ-based love is a significant challenge in a contemporary era filled with pressures from popular culture and social media influences. This article presents a biblical guide to finding a life partner with strong Christian principles as the foundation. A library study approach is used to scrutinize relevant theological and psychological literature, which provides insight into the biblical principles of love and their application in the modern-day context. Analysis of the literature shows that living a Christ-based love involves being faithful to values such as unconditional love, sacrifice, and commitment to God and each other. However, great challenges arise in maintaining faithfulness to these values amidst cultural influences that call for perfection and self-gratification. In response to these challenges, the practical guidelines resulting from this study emphasize the importance of corporate prayer, shared Bible reading, and openness to receiving the guidance of the Holy Spirit. These steps help couples to strengthen their relationship in Christ, overcome the obstacles they face, and live a love based on the love of Christ with confidence and sincerity.