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Reading plays an important role in building a literate generation that is able to improve academic skills, broaden horizons and maintain local cultural identity. However, the low interest in reading in Indonesia, especially among students, is a big challenge. Internal factors, such as student motivation, and external factors, such as family and school support, are highly influential. Strategies such as reading for pleasure, edutainment and the School Literacy Movement are effective in fostering a reading culture as well as shaping students' characters, such as honesty, empathy and critical thinking. Challenges in implementation include limited reading materials, teacher training, technology support and collaboration with the community. Strategic steps, such as enrichment of reading materials, intensive teacher training and community involvement, are needed to overcome them. With good literacy, students can think critically, have character and contribute positively. This research uses a qualitative approach through a literature study to examine the importance of literacy culture.

Children's interest in reading in Indonesia is still a big challenge, although there are many efforts to improve it. Many factors influence, such as lack of access to interesting books, more dominant gadget play habits, and also an environment that is less supportive of reading habits. However, children's interest in reading in Indonesia can grow if they are introduced to relevant and interesting books, and encouraged to read from an early age. To foster an interest in reading, children need to be given the opportunity to find the type of reading that suits their interests and age. Books that are exciting and easy to understand can be a bridge so that they are more interested in reading. In addition, a supportive school and family environment, such as providing special time to read and discuss books, also plays a very important role in fostering positive reading habits. This research is qualitative with informants from the Principal and supporting informants for librarians, teachers and students at Nurul Hadina Junior High School. Data were collected using observation, interviews and documentation. The results of the study show that Nurul Hadina Junior High School plays an active role in increasing students' interest in reading through the school library. The role of the subjects in this library is (1) teaching how to find information, (2) improving writing skills, (3) helping independent learning, (4) improving reading habits, (5) helping with schoolwork, (6) critical thinking skills.

Learning motivation plays a significant role for students. This motivation increases students’ interest in completing learning activities. When students are motivated by their environment and themselves, their learning outcomes also improve. The methods used in community service activities (PKM) are influenced by various factors, such as monotonous teaching methods, lack of teacher support, and the influence of technology. PKM uses interactive lecture methods that utilize media, discussions, and Q&A sessions to increase students’ learning motivation. This highlights the importance of motivation to support oneself in achieving goals and becoming a better individual. This community service aims to increase the learning motivation of students at SMKN 6 Serang cities, as motivation is one of the factors that influence students’ success. When someone is motivated to learn, they will achieve the desired learning outcomes. Motivation acts as a driving force to achieve good results. People engage in activities because they have motives. High learning motivation will yield optimal results. This activity aims to prepare students as participants who, based on their respective skills, can face challenges in starting their careers.

Learning motivation plays a significant role for students. This motivation increases students’ interest in completing learning activities. When students are motivated by their environment and themselves, their learning outcomes also improve. The methods used in community service activities (PKM) are influenced by various factors, such as monotonous teaching methods, lack of teacher support, and the influence of technology. PKM uses interactive lecture methods that utilize media, discussions, and Q&A sessions to increase students’ learning motivation. This highlights the importance of motivation to support oneself in achieving goals and becoming a better individual. This community service aims to increase the learning motivation of students at SMKN 6 Serang cities, as motivation is one of the factors that influence students’ success. When someone is motivated to learn, they will achieve the desired learning outcomes. Motivation acts as a driving force to achieve good results. People engage in activities because they have motives. High learning motivation will yield optimal results. This activity aims to prepare students as participants who, based on their respective skills, can face challenges in starting their careers.

MIPA education (Mathematics and Natural Sciences) plays a strategic role in developing excellent human resources in the modern era. However, the disparity in access to and the quality of MIPA education in Indonesia remains a significant challenge, particularly in remote areas. This article aims to identify the factors contributing to the gap in MIPA education, analyze its impact on learning quality, and propose solutions to address the issue. The main causes of this disparity include inadequate infrastructure, uneven distribution of teachers, and technological and socio-economic barriers. The consequences range from low student interest in science and technology to inequality in educational quality across regions. This article recommends strengthening policies for equitable education, enhancing remote learning technologies, and fostering cross-sector collaboration to create inclusive and sustainable MIPA education.

Teachers' skills in opening and closing lessons have an important role in creating an effective and conducive learning atmosphere, especially in supporting the development of children's creativity. Opening the lesson in an interesting way can arouse students' curiosity, motivate them, and prepare their minds to receive the material being taught. Meanwhile, closing lessons creatively provides opportunities for students to reflect on learning, strengthen understanding, and develop innovative new ideas. Teachers can use various strategies in both stages, such as the use of interactive media, exploration-based activities, and reflective approaches. Opening lessons that are relevant and contextual helps create a closer connection between students and the learning material. In addition, creative closure encourages children to think critically, analyze information, and produce creative solutions to various problems. Thus, the skills of opening and closing a lesson serve not only as a technical element in teaching, but also as a way to develop students' overall creative potential. Teachers who are skilled in this aspect are able to create interesting, interactive and meaningful learning experiences, thus supporting the development of children's creativity to face future challenges.

This research aims to analyze what problems arise in developing Christian Religious Education curriculum design regarding interest in learning the Sidi catechism. Through a qualitative research approach involving catechism teachers, catechism participants, parents, elders, and analyzing teaching materials and learning methods carried out so far. This research reveals that there is a need for reform in increasing the interest in learning of catechism participants. This research also reveals various problems faced in developing the Christian Religious Education curriculum design in developing Sidi catechism participants' learning interest. Then, this research also highlights the importance of the role of parents in the child's learning process. The use of technology and more interactive learning methods is also very strategic. The results of this research provide important implications for curriculum development, learning methods and the role of parents as well as teachers or catechists. Thus, this research contributes to efforts to improve the quality of Christian religious education in churches, especially at HKBP Habinsaran Padangsidimpuan.

This research aims to analyze the role of teacher creativity in guiding small groups in Early Childhood Education (PAUD). Teacher creativity is very important in facilitating the social, emotional and cognitive development of early childhood. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method involving observations and interviews with several PAUD teachers. The research results show that teacher creativity in designing learning activities that are fun, interesting and appropriate to children's development can increase children's overall involvement and development. Therefore, there needs to be more effort to improve the quality of teacher creativity in the small group learning process in PAUD.

This research aims to explore student management in improving academic and non-academic achievements at SMPN 1 Lembah Sorik Marapi. Using a qualitative descriptive method with a case study approach, this research collects data through interviews, observation and documentation. The research results show that effective student management plays an important role in building student achievement. Factors such as careful planning, support for extracurricular activities, and student motivation directly impact academic and non-academic outcomes. However, obstacles were also found such as a lack of teacher professionalism in preparing Learning Implementation Plans (RPP) and variations in learning methods, which resulted in decreased student motivation. This research underlines the need for evaluation and improvement in the education system, especially to improve the balance between academic achievement and developing students' interests through non-academic activities.

This article discusses the importance of building students' interest in learning Islamic Cultural History (SKI), which is often considered less interesting due to monotonous conventional methods. The research aims to explore creative and innovative learning strategies that can increase students' interest in SKI. Using qualitative descriptive methods and literature studies, researchers analyzed the relevance of learning interests and the development of interesting teaching modules. The findings show that teaching modules that integrate visual media and interactive technology can increase the attractiveness of learning, creating active and relevant learning experiences for students. Apart from that, the teacher's role is very crucial in using a variety of methods and providing constructive feedback. The implications of this research emphasize the need for a more creative approach in education to not only convey historical knowledge, but also shape students' character and identity. In this way, it is hoped that SKI learning will be more meaningful and help students understand cultural heritage in the context of modern life.

The aim of this research is to evaluate the effectiveness of learning simulations in the Pancasila Education subject in implementing creative learning strategies for grade 2 students at SD Negeri Cangkiran 01. This research was conducted using a qualitative descriptive approach, where data collection was carried out through observation, interviews and documentation. The research subjects were 2nd grade teachers and 28 students. The research results show that educational simulations are effective in increasing students' understanding of Pancasila values. This also helps students create more interactive and interesting learning strategies. Demonstrated by better critical thinking skills, better understanding of concepts, and increased student engagement in learning. Educational games based on Pancasila values, stories and role plays are one of the creative learning strategies used. This research shows that educational simulation can be an effective learning alternative in instilling Pancasila values in grade 2 elementary school students at SD Negeri Cangkiran 01.

In understanding foreign language texts, there are several challenges faced by young learners. The transformation of the learning system into online increasingly adds new problems for them. Students' motivation in online learning is relatively low, while the acquisition of foreign language reading comprehension demands great motivation (Fareh, 2010). Authentic text can be a solution to this problem. Therefore, this study was conducted to test its effectiveness in improving young students' reading comprehension in online classes and to examine their perceptions of teaching reading comprehension using authentic texts in online classes. This research is a quasi-experimental research with one group pre-test post-test design. The data generated is quantitative data in the form of student learning outcomes and reading interest questionnaires. The results showed that the use of authentic texts was proven to be effective in resolving new conflicts that arose in the online foreign language reading comprehension class. In addition, students' perceptions of the use of authentic texts are also good. However, the role of teachers and students is needed in its implementation

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.

The national literacy crisis is a serious challenge for the education system in Indonesia. This research examines the educational strategies implemented at Darul Ma’arif High School in an effort to improve student literacy and analyzes the role of the government in supporting the improvement of literacy quality at the secondary school level. This research uses a qualitative approach with in-depth interview and observation methods to understand the learning strategies, infrastructure, and literacy programs implemented at Darul Ma’arif High School and through a community service approach in the form of socialization themed "Exploring Your Future, What Major Are You Interested in?". It was carried out as an effort to arouse students' interest in literacy for their awareness in choosing majors. Through a survey in the form of a form, it is expected to measure students' understanding and response to the material presented to be an indicator of their absorption of literacy. The results show that collaboration between schools and government is needed to create a learning environment conducive to improving literacy. This joint effort includes providing supporting facilities, training teachers and developing a relevant curriculum. The findings are expected to provide input for stakeholders in designing strategies to deal with the national literacy crisis.

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.

Active learning strategies are considered one of the most effective approaches in creating meaningful, participatory learning processes that enhance students’ intrinsic motivation. In the context of Fiqh learning, the implementation of active learning strategies plays a crucial role because Fiqh not only requires cognitive understanding but also involves strengthening attitudes and internalizing religious values. Traditional teacher-centered learning methods often lead to passive participation, boredom, and a lack of motivation among students. Therefore, the use of active learning strategies—such as group discussions, simulations, problem-solving activities, and experiential learning—can encourage students to participate more actively, think critically, and develop a stronger motivation to achieve better learning outcomes.This study aims to describe how active learning strategies can improve students’ motivation in Fiqh subjects. The analysis shows that engaging students directly in learning activities increases their attention, interest, and sense of responsibility in understanding the material. Additionally, two-way interactions between teachers and students create a more dynamic and enjoyable learning atmosphere. Thus, active learning strategies serve as a relevant and effective approach to enhancing learning motivation and improving the overall quality of Fiqh education.

The application of the philosophy of progressive education within the Merdeka Curriculum aims to create a more student-centered education system that encourages active and contextual learning. Progressivism emphasizes the importance of hands-on experiences and the development of critical thinking skills through real projects and discussions. In the context of the Merdeka Curriculum, this approach allows students to explore their interests and talents more independently, with teachers acting as facilitators guiding the learning process. Through project-based learning, collaboration, and authentic assessment, the Merdeka Curriculum provides students with the opportunity to explore their interests and talents. This research identifies various strategies that educators can adopt to integrate the principles of progressivism, such as using active learning methods and allowing freedom in choosing learning materials. The implementation of the progressive philosophy presents several challenges, including teachers' readiness to adopt new roles, the need to adjust the curriculum to local contexts, and the availability of adequate resources. However, this application also offers significant opportunities to enhance the quality of education by producing graduates who are more adaptive, creative, and capable of solving complex problems. This study highlights how the application of progressive philosophy in the Merdeka Curriculum can increase student motivation, develop 21st-century skills, and prepare them for future challenges. Therefore, it is essential to continuously evaluate and develop this approach to align with the evolving times and national educational needs.

The role of teachers is crucial in enhancing the competence and quality of learning in schools. The lack of learning resources, such as books and the unavailability of libraries, hinders teachers from accessing quality learning materials, which impacts the effectiveness of their teaching. Community service activities were conducted to address these challenges by providing books for teachers and establishing reading corners. This initiative aims to improve teachers' competencies to achieve quality learning and increase students' reading interest at SDN 1 Margajaya. The implementation of the activities involved interviews and observations with the teachers at SDN Margajaya. The community service resulted in the successful procurement of books for teachers, which enhances their knowledge and competencies for delivering higher-quality education. Another outcome of the initiative is the establishment of a reading corner that accommodates students' needs for accessing reading materials, thereby increasing their interest in reading. As a result, students' understanding of the importance of reading for expanding their knowledge has significantly improved.

Curriculum administration is all business processes that have been planned and attempted deliberately and earnestly as well as continuous guidance on teaching and learning activities effectively and efficiently in order to achieve the educational goals that have been set. The importance of curriculum administration in educational institutions, which includes the selection of materials, teaching methods, and assessments that are in accordance with educational goals and student needs. Curriculum administration plays a role in ensuring that the curriculum is well structured and organized through various levels of planning, implementation, and supervision. Curriculum evaluation is also an important part of education management, aiming to collect information about the effectiveness of curriculum implementation and the impact of learning outcomes. In addition, this journal highlights the role of teachers in curriculum administration as implementers, adapters, developers, and researchers. The presence of artificial intelligence (AI) technology presents an opportunity for educators to carry out a learning process that focuses on the needs, interests, and learning styles of students, because the independent curriculum requires educators to carry out differentiated learning as an initiative in facilitating students, especially in Pancasila education, which incidentally is still carried out by conventional models or methods.

Each person has a different character, especially within the scope of the school, all students have different behavior and characteristics, so a Pai teacher plays a very important role in improving the honorable morals of each student at Dharma Utama Middle School, Sukasari village. In improving the quality of students' morals towards anyone, a PAI teacher educates and instills nobility by using interesting learning methods so that students do not get bored and fed up. A pai teacher most importantly instills the qualities of honesty, patience in students in studying, and in learning the pai teacher is also required to understand various learning methods so that students are active, responsible and disciplined. Slowly, lazy students will think, their hearts will be touched if the method applied is appropriate and relevant for every student at Dharma Utama Middle School. The first method used is a direct learning strategy and the second is cooperative learning (creating groups in learning).