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The practice of nepotism in the employee selection process at Regional Owned Enterprises (BUMD) in North Sumatra, which has an impact on transparency, fairness and organizational effectiveness. BUMDs have an important role in regional economic development, but nepotism practices often damage the integrity of the recruitment process. Through a qualitative approach and case studies, this research reveals that nepotism creates inequality in employee selection, reduces the quality of human resources, and reduces public trust in BUMD. This article also identifies the factors that cause nepotism and offers solutions in the form of selection transparency, anti-nepotism policies, independent supervision, and outreach to build a culture of meritocracy in BUMD. By overcoming nepotism, BUMD is expected to be able to create a fair and professional recruitment system, thereby supporting the achievement of optimal performance.

The budget is an important tool in the managerial decision making process. As a structured financial guide, budgets help managers plan, coordinate and control company resources. Through budget preparation, managers can determine cost requirements, allocate resources effectively, and set financial targets that support the achievement of organizational goals. Additionally, budgets serve as performance evaluation tools, allowing managers to compare actual results with projections, identify deviations, and take necessary corrective actions. Using the right budget also helps management reduce health risks, increase operational efficiency, and ensure that strategic decisions are based on measurable and accountable information. Thus, the budget plays a crucial role in supporting a more rational and focused decision-making process.

This study aims to identify the influence of self-regulated learning and academic flow on the academic achievement of students of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Muhammadiyah Gresik. Academic achievement is measured through the Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) as an indicator of success. Internal factors such as self-regulation in learning and full involvement in academic activities are considered to play an important role in the achievement of academic achievement. Using a quantitative approach, this study involved 840 active students from various study programs at the Faculty of Engineering. Data was collected through questionnaires that measured aspects of metacognition, motivation, behavior, absorption, enjoyment, and intrinsic motivation. The results of the analysis show that self-regulated learning and academic flow contribute significantly to student academic achievement, with academic flow having a greater influence.  

This research examines the management of the Indonesian School of Jeddah (SIJ) in supporting students towards the National Science Olympiad (OSN), with a focus on a student's academic journey.  This research highlights student experiences, management strategies implemented by schools, as well as challenges faced during competition preparation.  The role of school and family as main supporting factors is also analyzed.  Students who have a strong interest in science are actively involved in extracurricular activities, such as science clubs and research projects, and develop time management skills to balance studies and other activities.  The school provides a supportive learning environment, with resources and guidance from competent teachers.  The family also makes a significant contribution through moral support and instilling a strong work ethic.  This research uses a qualitative-descriptive approach with a case study method, which focuses on one research object to reveal the synergistic role between school and family in shaping student achievement.  These findings illustrate the importance of collaboration between schools and families in creating student academic achievement.

The purpose of documenting the findings is to evaluate the extent to which the use of audio-visual media can implement learners' academic performance in Social Studies subjects at the primary school level. This research has been conducted using a qualitative method complemented by a descriptive approach, relying on data obtained from a literature review. Data sources include relevant scientific articles, books and journals that support previous findings and are in line with the main topic of this study.  The research shows that the use of audiovisual media has a significant impact on improving students' learning rubric in social studies subjects. Audio-visual media proved effective because it was able to encourage active student involvement through activities such as asking questions, discussing, and responding to the material presented. In this case, it was due to the efficient presentation of the video that was able to keep learners' attention and reduce the risk of boredom. Thus, this engagement contributes to their improved academic performance. The integration of audio-visual media in social studies learning in elementary schools has a major positive impact on students' academic achievement and learning motivation.

This study aims to examine the role of the teaching assistance program in supporting grade IV student learning at MIS Fathul Iman Palangka Raya. Basic education, especially at the fourth grade level, plays an important role in the formation of students' cognitive, affective and psychomotor foundations. However, challenges in the implementation of learning, such as limited teaching staff, variations in student abilities, and limited time for individualized guidance, often hinder the achievement of effective learning. One of the proposed solutions is a teaching assistance program, where education students assist teachers in managing the classroom and give more attention to students who need additional guidance. This research reveals that teaching assistance can positively impact the learning process by creating a more interactive, inclusive and supportive learning environment for diverse students. It assists teachers in delivering materials, providing additional explanations and managing the classroom more effectively. In addition, the program also provides opportunities for students with different abilities to get the attention they need. Based on the results of the study, the teaching assistance program proved to be effective in improving the quality of learning and supporting students' optimal development.

Educational administration is the entire process of working together by utilizing all available and needed resources to achieve educational goals that have been set effectively and efficiently. Educational administration is basically administration in processing, organizing and allocating the resources contained in the world of education. Facilities are all the facilities needed in the teaching and learning process, both moving and immovable, so that educational goals can be achieved and run smoothly, regularly, effectively and efficiently. Meanwhile, the definition of infrastructure is facilities that indirectly support the course of the educational process, such as; yard, garden or school garden, road to school, school rules, and so on. Administration of educational facilities and infrastructure is something that really supports the achievement of the goals of education, as education personnel we are required to master and understand the administration of facilities and infrastructure, to increase effective and efficient work power and be able to respect the work ethics of fellow educational personnel, so that harmony and comfort will be created which can create pride and a sense of belonging from both the school community and the surrounding community.

Food sovereignty is one of the main programs of the Indonesian government at this time. Food sovereignty must start from gradual food self-sufficiency followed by an increase in the added value of agricultural businesses that are widely used to improve the welfare of farmers. Some of the obstacles include land status, land to be printed is recorded as a forest area, water sources do not yet have adequate irrigation networks. The purpose of this service is to evaluate the achievement of the rice field printing program, analyze obstacles in achieving the program to re-optimize rice field printing land. The methods used are the Survey Preparation Stage, Survey Stage, Investigation Stage and Evaluation Stage and Report Preparation. The results obtained are: the rice field printing program only reached 10 hectares of the expected 200 hectares or only reached 5%, so real follow-up action is needed from the recommended steps, namely: increasing PPL, improving irrigation networks, adding facilities and infrastructure, and rice fields are used as secondary crops. Although there are obstacles faced, they can be resolved well.

The blue economy concept is very suitable for island countries with abundant biodiversity. Blue economy prioritizes ecosystem sustainability with marine resources as the main subject. Indonesia sees this concept as an opportunity to utilize its potential through the launch of the Indonesia blue economy roadmap. The Indonesia blue economy roadmap is a very complex design and the challenges ahead are very risky to the goals to be achieved. The international partnership strategy is one of Indonesia's steps in achieving the goals of the Indonesia blue economy roadmap. The partnership strategy is known as the National Blue Agenda Actions Partnership (NBAAP). This research uses qualitative research methods with library research data collection techniques to see NBAAP as a partnership strategy to support the achievement of the Indonesia blue economy roadmap. The results of the research will discuss the priority sectors of the Indonesia blue economy roadmap, the challenges and problems of the sector, the pillars in the NBAAP partnership strategy, and the NBAAP Program that supports the Indonesia blue economy roadmap. With this in-depth understanding, it is expected that Indonesia's international partnership strategy in the blue economy can support the achievement of the goals in the Indonesia blue economy roadmap.

The development of information and communication technology, especially mobile devices, has changed the learning landscape significantly. This research aims to examine the impact of using mobile devices in supporting the independent learning activities of class IX students at SMP PGRI Rancaekek. This research is motivated by the increasingly widespread ownership of mobile devices among students and their potential to increase motivation and learning effectiveness. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection through observation, interviews and documentation. The research subjects were class IX students and subject teachers. Data analysis was carried out inductively to identify emerging themes related to the impact of mobile device use. The research results show that the use of mobile devices has a positive impact on students' independent learning activities. Mobile devices provide easier access to various learning resources, facilitate communication between students and teachers, and increase learning motivation. However, the research also found several challenges, such as dependency on devices, lack of monitoring of use, and gaps in access. The implication of this research is the importance of integrating the use of mobile devices in the learning process. Schools need to develop clear policies regarding the use of mobile devices, provide training for teachers, and ensure equitable access for all students. In addition, further research is needed to examine the long-term impact of mobile device use on student learning achievement.

Education in Indonesia plays an important role in the development of individuals and the country, shaping social and cultural values and preparing for the future. Quality education creates human resources who are innovative and have high social awareness, as regulated in Republic of Indonesia Law no. 20 of 2003. The main challenge is to maintain achievements and adapt to the Society 5.0 era. Curricula, such as the 2013 Curriculum and the Merdeka Curriculum, are designed to develop students' knowledge, skills and character. English as a compulsory subject increases career and educational opportunities in the context of globalization. English teaching in Indonesia emphasizes listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, as well as the importance of grammar and vocabulary. Nouns are an important element in sentence formation, and understanding nouns helps students in all aspects of language skills. An effective method for studying nouns is through descriptive text analysis. The Community Service Activity (PKM) entitled "Learning Nouns Through Descriptive Text Analysis for Grade 7 Students at MTs Lijamul Athfal Sukabumi" aims to develop community potential, increase creativity, writing skills and relationship networks. It is hoped that this PKM can improve students' understanding of nouns and become a guide for language learning in Indonesian literature, as well as arouse interest in learning English. The method used includes preparation and implementation of noun learning through descriptive text analysis at MTs Lijamul Athfal Sukabumi with results showing high enthusiasm from students. It is hoped that this fun context-based learning can be an alternative that advances education and produces students with international insight.

This study aims to analyze the level of female student satisfaction with the female dormitory at Quality University. Female students here are users of the female dormitory at Quality University. Student satisfaction is an important factor in supporting the welfare and comfort of dormitory residents, which can affect female students' academic achievement and daily life. This research method uses descriptive analysis techniques with survey methods, where data is obtained through questionnaires distributed to 67 female dormitory residents. Data collection analysis was carried out using a Likert scale to measure student perceptions of various aspects of facilities, such as rooms, cleanliness, security and other public facilities. The results of the study showed that overall respondents' assessments of the female dormitory facilities were: those who stated that they were very satisfied were 20.5%, satisfied 36.8%, quite satisfied 22.6% and less satisfied 20%. Thus, for satisfied and very satisfied if totaled 57.3%, and this is categorized as quite satisfactory. The greatest dissatisfaction of respondents was related to cleanliness and public services. Although the average respondent assessment was quite satisfactory, there were several aspects that needed to be improved, especially regarding cleanliness and related facilities. Recommendations for improvement are given to improve the quality of services at the girls' dormitory in the future.

Social Studies (IPS) is a program in a lesson that has a scientific field so it is also called a scientific discipline. Social studies also has its own perspective that is integrated from all other subjects and also has a very broad discussion of human behavior that can be studied in detail and studied in depth. Basically social studies has a combination of a number of other subjects, for that social studies is a new field of study, which is then introduced to students. Of all social studies also has basic concepts that must know. For this reason, the purpose of this study is to describe the learning planning, and implementation of learning through cooperative learning model type NHT (Numbered Head Together) that can improve the basic skills of social studies and learning outcomes of classroom students. The method used in this research is Action Research. The results of this study showed an increase in each cycle 1- 3 namely; The value of learning planning becomes very good. The value of teacher performance in learning becomes very good. The achievement of basic social studies skills in students, namely, skillful reached 87%, which means that of the 8 indicators has been achieved as a whole. Increased student learning outcomes, for cycle 1 students who completed reached 20 of the total students, for cycle 2 students who completed reached 26 of the total students and cycle 3 students who completed reached 34.

The implementation of digitalization of learning at SMK Hasyim Asy'ari has proven to be effective in improving the quality of education. Online platforms like Kejar.id make it easy to access materials, improve student comprehension, and encourage active interaction. The integration of multimedia and learning videos proved to be interesting and effective, with an increase in academic grades by up to 20%. While there are challenges such as technology access gaps, collaborative efforts can overcome them. The integration of pesantren values in digital learning is important to shape the character of students. The holistic model of SMK Hasyim Asy'ari can be an inspiration for other schools. This research opens up opportunities to study the long-term impact of digitalization of learning on academic achievement, social development, and student character. Digitalization of learning in pesantren-based schools has great potential to create a generation that is ready to face the future.

This study shows that team collaboration dynamics greatly affect work quality and goal achievement. These dynamics include various elements, including communication, coordination, interdependence, and trust among team members. The methodology of this study aims to provide detailed insights into team collaboration dynamics and work efficiency, with a focus on organizational success in achieving organizational goals. The interpersonal communication patterns of managers that were found and had a significant impact on Caffe Otsukohi team performance were democratic communication patterns and laissez-faire communication patterns. Supporting factors for interpersonal communication between managers and Caffe Otsukohi employees include transformational leadership, a positive work environment, effective communication channels, and shared goals.

This article aims to provide an in-depth insight into appropriate training objectives, so as to improve the effectiveness of education and training programs and achieve the desired results. In the context of organizational strategy and training program design, training objectives play an important role. Clear and purposeful training objectives can help improve the effectiveness of training programs, motivate trainees, and provide indicators of success that can be evaluated. This study used a qualitative descriptive approach. The data collection methods used were observation, interview, and documentation. The results showed that clear and well-defined training objectives are essential in designing an effective training program. The research also emphasizes the importance of training objectives in the context of organizational strategy, where appropriate training objectives can help the organization achieve its goals and respond to existing needs. This article contributes to the understanding of the importance of training objectives in improving the effectiveness of education and training programs. The results of this study can serve as a basis for organizations, especially the Central Kalimantan Province Human Resources Development Agency, in designing more effective training programs and ensuring the achievement of organizational goals through human resource development.    

Classroom management is a conscious effort to organize learning process activities systematically, including the preparation of teaching materials, provision of facilities and infrastructure, organizing learning spaces and creating a conducive learning atmosphere so that learning objectives can be achieved. Classroom management efforts lead to the preparation of learning materials, learning facilities and infrastructure, learning space arrangements, controlling student behavior, and improving student achievement and grades. The implementation of classroom management will create an effective, varied, and fun learning atmosphere. The purpose of the research conducted intends to find out (1) To what extent is the implementation of classroom management. (2) Whether the learning process is effective. (3) What are the inhibiting and supporting factors in implementing classroom management. (4) And what efforts are made by teachers and schools in improving the effectiveness of classroom management. The results showed that classroom management has not been carried out optimally, the teacher's teaching method is still monotonous so that it makes students less interested in listening to the material. Then there is still a lack of student discipline. Although the implementation of classroom management is still not optimal, teachers remain enthusiastic and continue to strive to do and implement classroom management optimally, so that what is the goal of the school will be achieved properly. The efforts that teachers will make in implementing classroom management in order to increase the effectiveness of learning are by preparing administrative tasks properly, using varied learning methods and media. And teachers apply student discipline.    

Classroom management is a conscious effort to organize learning process activities systematically, including the preparation of teaching materials, provision of facilities and infrastructure, organizing learning spaces and creating a conducive learning atmosphere so that learning objectives can be achieved. Classroom management efforts lead to the preparation of learning materials, learning facilities and infrastructure, learning space arrangements, controlling student behavior, and improving student achievement and grades. The implementation of classroom management will create an effective, varied, and fun learning atmosphere. The purpose of the research conducted intends to find out (1) To what extent is the implementation of classroom management. (2) Whether the learning process is effective. (3) What are the inhibiting and supporting factors in implementing classroom management. (4) And what efforts are made by teachers and schools in improving the effectiveness of classroom management. The results showed that classroom management has not been carried out optimally, the teacher's teaching method is still monotonous so that it makes students less interested in listening to the material. Then there is still a lack of student discipline. Although the implementation of classroom management is still not optimal, teachers remain enthusiastic and continue to strive to do and implement classroom management optimally, so that what is the goal of the school will be achieved properly. The efforts that teachers will make in implementing classroom management in order to increase the effectiveness of learning are by preparing administrative tasks properly, using varied learning methods and media. And teachers apply student discipline.    

Delivery assistance is a delivery service process that starts from stage I to stage IV of delivery. The achievementcofcmaternal healthc effortsc isc measured through the indicator of the percentage of deliveries assisted by qualified health workers (Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia 2015).Based on the description above, the problem discussed in this research is: to determine the effect of counterpressure massage techniques to reduce labor pain in active phase first stage mothers at Darul Aman Community Health Center, East Aceh. The type of research used is quasi-experimental with a pre-test design and post test control group design, cause or risk and effect variables or cases that occur in the research object are measured or collected simultaneously (at the same time) (Notoatmodjo, 2012) Darul Aman East Aceh Community Health Center is a BPJS Health First Level Health Facility in Aceh Tkmur Regency whose address is Jalan Medan, Gp Kuede Village, Darul Aman District, East Aceh Regency, NAD. The Darul Aman Health Center in East Aceh has the Motto: SIMPATI, namely Smiling and Greeting, Informative, Serving, Professional, Accountable, Transparent, Sincere. Based on the results of the analysis and discussion of research results, conclusions can be drawn regarding the effect of massage techniques to reduce labor pain at the Darul Aman Community Health Center, East Aceh. 1. The level of labor pain before the counterpesure massage was performed, all respondents experienced severe pain. 2. The level of labor pain after the counterpesure massage was performed. Most of the respondents experienced moderate pain. 3. There was an effect of using massage techniques to reduce labor pain in mothers during the first stage of the active phase.

After the COVID-19 pandemic, the phenomenon of loss learning forced curriculum changes to become an unavoidable necessity so that the government launched an independent curriculum. The curriculum was developed following the times. The research method used in this research is the library research method or literature study. The author concludes that the independent curriculum is expected to be able to provide concrete and meaningful and effective learning experiences in developing the skills and expertise of students as lifelong learners with Pancasila character. The independent curriculum in social studies learning that focuses on the integration of values and competencies not only encourages intellectual intelligence, but also emotional and social intelligence, such as empathy, social awareness, and effective communication skills. An active and innovative social studies curriculum in independent learning is expected to not only focus on academic achievement, but also on developing students' characters and competencies as socially responsible individuals, while supporting post-pandemic learning recovery.