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This study aims to examine the effect of using audio-visual media on the mahārah istimā’ (listening skills) of grade VIII students at MTs Negeri 3 Deli Serdang. The background of this study is based on the importance of listening proficiency in Arabic language learning as a foundation for developing other language skills. This research employs a quantitative approach using a quasi-experimental design, involving two groups: an experimental group taught with audio-visual media and a control group taught conventionally. The instrument used was a listening test administered as a pre-test and post-test. The results of the t-test indicate a significant difference between the average post-test scores of the experimental and control groups. This demonstrates that audio-visual media has a positive and significant impact on improving students' Arabic listening skills. Audio-visual media effectively enhances students’ motivation, focus, and understanding of vocabulary and utterance context in Arabic.

Financial management in educational institutions in schools is something very important in supporting the quality of education. To realize quality education, professional financial management is needed, so that problems related to school finances can be managed effectively and as efficiently as possible to support a quality learning process. The purpose of this study is to find out how to apply financial management in educational institutions in SD Negeri 17 Cegek. The data collection techniques used in this study were through observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis technique uses descriptive analysis. The results of the analysis show that SD Negeri 17 Cegek has implemented professional financial management and in accordance with theory, namely implementing education financing planning, education financing sources, implementation or implementation of education financing, accountability and evaluation of education financing. With these results, overall activities related to financial management management at SD Negeri 17 Cegek are in accordance with the regulations set by the government.

This study is motivated by the ongoing practice of oral dakwah methods amidst the rapid development of technology and the growing variety of dakwah media. Although digital dakwah is increasingly widespread, direct oral preaching still holds a special place in the hearts of the community. The focus of this research is the perception of the Talunblandong Village community towards the oral dakwah delivered by Kiai Falaqul Alam, as well as how they receive and interpret it. This study also examines the impact of this dakwah on the social and religious life of the community. The research employs a qualitative approach with Edmund Husserl’s phenomenological method, emphasizing individuals’ subjective experiences. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation involving community members who attend Kiai Falaqul Alam’s dakwah. Data analysis was conducted using Descriptive Phenomenological Research (PFD), including unit of meaning description, psychological description, structural description, and thematic synthesis. This process aims to uncover the deepest meaning of the community’s experience of the dakwah they receive. The results show that Kiai Falaqul Alam is perceived as a wise preacher with an easy-to-understand and socially relevant preaching style. The community responds enthusiastically because the content of the sermons meets their spiritual needs and everyday life. The dakwah has positively impacted the community by increasing religious awareness, changing behaviors, and fostering a spirit of togetherness. This indicates that oral dakwah remains an effective method for conveying Islamic values in a touching and lasting way.

The assignment problem discusses the problem of creating maximum sales, CV Surya Pelangi assigns its selected employees to enter the target market. CV Surya Pelangi has problems allocating its employees to the target market that has been determined. Before allocating its employees, CV Surya Pelangi has conducted training first. The income data of each employee in these markets is in (thousands) during training, therefore it is necessary to solve the employee allocation problem. The method used in this study is the Hungarian Method, with a focus on the maximization approach. The Hungarian method is known to be effective in solving assignment problems where there are similarities in the number of employees and allocations, and the goal is to optimize the allocation. In this case, maximization means finding a combination of assignments that produce the highest total profit value.  

This research aims to describe the use of WhatsApp social media as a means of population administration services at the Tebel Village Hall, Bareng District. The problem raised in this research is the process of using WhatsApp in services and how the public responds to this service. This research uses a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection techniques in the form of in-depth interviews and observations of officers and service users. The research results show that using WhatsApp helps speed up communication, makes sending required documents easier, and provides more practical access to information for village communities. Village officials are also able to provide more responsive service assistance. However, several obstacles were also found, such as limited number of officers and technical problems with the system. The results show that digital media such as WhatsApp can help make public services more accessible, especially in rural areas. This study found that WhatsApp was well received by the public and helped administration.

This qualitative study investigates the role of digital literacy in developing the competencies of prospective elementary school (SD) teachers in Indonesia. Literature studies show that teacher competencies, encompassing pedagogical, personality, social, and professional aspects, are crucial and influenced by various factors, including digital literacy. The digital literacy gap among SD teachers is attributed to a lack of technology-integrated training, infrastructure disparities, insufficient motivation and support, lack of self-confidence, and low awareness of the importance of digital literacy. This research highlights the importance of enhancing the digital literacy of prospective SD teachers to support their competencies. Proposed strategies include integrating digital literacy into the curriculum, practice-based training, enhancing lecturer competencies, developing a campus digital ecosystem, collaborating with industry, and implementing digital-based evaluations. In conclusion, improving the digital literacy of prospective SD teachers is a crucial step in enhancing the quality of education in Indonesia.

This research investigates the influence of entrepreneurship education on Generation Z's entrepreneurial intention, mediated by digital business and financial literacy. Unemployment is a significant challenge in Indonesia, particularly for university graduates, with a 2024 unemployment rate of 5.25% for graduates. Entrepreneurship, especially digital entrepreneurship, is seen as a key solution to job creation. The study aims to understand how digital and financial literacy collectively affect the impact of entrepreneurship education on entrepreneurial intention. Employing a quantitative method, the study sampled 55 economic education students who had completed entrepreneurship courses. Data was collected via Google Forms and analyzed using classic assumption tests and hypothesis testing, including multiple linear regression with moderated regression analysis. The findings indicate that entrepreneurship education significantly influences entrepreneurial intention, digital business literacy, and financial literacy. Furthermore, both digital business literacy and financial literacy significantly impact entrepreneurial intention. Crucially, digital business literacy and financial literacy mediate the relationship between entrepreneurship education and entrepreneurial intention. These results highlight the importance of comprehensive entrepreneurship education in equipping young individuals with essential digital and financial skills, fostering a stronger entrepreneurial mindset, and preparing them for the complexities of the modern business world.

The puerperium is a critical phase for postpartum mothers that requires special attention to prevent complications. However, awareness of the importance of self-care during this period remains limited, particularly in rural areas such as the working area of Puskesmas Kembang in Jepara. This community service initiative aimed to empower postpartum mothers by enhancing their knowledge and skills in self-care and physical recovery. The approach included interactive education using video media, health talks, group discussions, hands-on demonstrations, and the involvement of family members as key supporters. A total of 20 postpartum mothers and 10 family companions participated in the program. Evaluation through pre- and post-tests revealed significant improvements in knowledge across various aspects of postpartum care, including perineal hygiene, balanced nutrition, early detection of danger signs, and the role of family support. This program proved effective and has the potential to be replicated in other rural settings with similar conditions.

This research discusses the strategic role of MSMEs in the Indonesian economy and explores digitalization as a marketing solution to overcome challenges such as less strategic location and low digital literacy. The aim is to investigate the impact of digitalization on MSME marketing strategies, particularly in improving operational efficiency and market reach. The method used is qualitative with a literature review from credible sources such as books and scientific journals. The results show that digitalization significantly improves the marketing effectiveness of MSMEs, as in the case study of Warung Sarapan Tiga Dara which is able to overcome location limitations by utilizing social media and digital tools to reach a wider audience. In conclusion, the implementation of digital marketing strategies is essential for MSMEs to thrive in a competitive environment by improving operational efficiency, customer engagement, and business sustainability despite location constraints.

Unbalanced transportation is one of the main challenges in logistics that can affect efficiency and operational costs. The imbalance between supply and demand can cause high transportation costs, delays in delivery, and decreased product quality. Therefore, it is necessary to analyze and develop solutions to overcome the challenges of unbalanced transportation and improve logistics efficiency. This study aims to identify the challenges and solutions of unbalanced transportation towards logistics efficiency. This study is expected to contribute to the development of unbalanced transportation solutions and improve logistics efficiency.  

Justice is the realization of correct moral values for an object or individual, and is a fundamental foundation in solving the problem of economic and social inequality contained in the conventional system. The Islamic economic system emerged as an alternative solution to overcome the shortcomings of the system. This study uses a literature study approach to analyze the idea of justice in the framework of Islamic economics, which prioritizes the principles of balance and equality, and aims to build mutual trust and harmony so that all individuals can play an active role in creating common prosperity without prioritizing individual interests over collective interests.

Economic distribution is one of the important topics in Islamic economics because it is related to the equality and welfare of the community. This article discusses distribution instruments from the point of view of capitalist and Islamic economics. Capitalism popularized by Adam Smith emphasized individual freedom in asset ownership, but it often led to inequality and poverty. In contrast, Islamic economics emphasizes justice and the equitable distribution of wealth according to religious principles. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method with a literature review. This research reaches the conclusion that an Islamic economic system should be established, which emphasizes the value of justice in property as well as human freedoms and actions in accordance with religious teachings.

MSMEs play a vital role in national economic growth through job creation and poverty reduction. This literature study analyzes the contributions and challenges of MSMEs in the digital era. The results show that MSMEs make a significant contribution to GDP and community welfare, but face obstacles such as limited access to financing, low digital literacy, and technological and managerial limitations. Collaboration between the government, the private sector, and the community is needed to strengthen human resources, expand access to funding, and encourage the adoption of digital technology so that MSMEs can compete in the digital economy.

This study aims to examine the challenges and strategies of Management Study Program students at the State Islamic University of North Sumatra (UINSU) in understanding online lecture materials. The method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques in the form of closed questionnaires distributed to 25 respondents of fourth semester students. The results showed that although there were still technical problems such as unstable internet connections, the majority of students were able to adapt to the online learning system. The most dominant learning strategies used are active and independent strategies, such as reading, taking notes, repeating material, watching learning videos, and managing study time. In addition, group discussions through media such as WhatsApp and Telegram also help clarify understanding of the material. Students also rely on learning materials provided by lecturers through digital platforms (PDF, video, and LMS) as the main source of independent learning. This study concludes that students' success in understanding online lecture materials is strongly influenced by a combination of active learning strategies, group collaboration, and material support provided by lecturers. Therefore, continuous collaboration between students, lecturers, and institutions is needed to create a more effective and inclusive online learning system.

This study explores the optimization of non-normal assignments utilizing the Hungarian method for both maximization and minimization. The Hungarian algorithm is a combinatorial optimization technique that efficiently solves assignment problems, ensuring optimal allocation of resources. By applying this method to non-normal assignment scenarios, we aim to demonstrate its effectiveness in enhancing productivity and reducing costs in various industries. The findings indicate that the Hungarian method can significantly improve decision-making processes in complex assignment frameworks, leading to more efficient operations.

This study examines the impact of influencer marketing on consumer purchasing behaviour in the rapidly evolving digital marketplace. Using a quantitative method, the study was conducted through surveys of social media users exposed to influencer content. Several key dimensions of influencer marketing were evaluated, including trust in influencers, content relevance, and audience engagement. The results indicate that influencer marketing substantially impacts brand awareness, purchase intention and actual purchase decisions. These study provide companies with insights to help them optimise their digital marketing strategies by collaborating with the right influencers.

The analysis intends to evaluate the impact of company values also workload on staff performance at Bank Syariah Indonesia KC Depok Margonda 2. Utilizing a quantitative statistical method, data collection involves observations and surveys provided to 33 employees. Using SPSS version 27, data assessment included aNOVA, correlation analysis, chi-square test, and R-squared value. Outcomes from the t-test reveal workplace culture (X1) adversely affects employee output (Y), yielding a t-value of -5.266, greater t-table 1.697 a significance value of 0.000. In conclusion, workload (X2) contributes positively and considerably to performance, reflected by a t-value of 5.765 > t-table 1.697 also a significance of 0.000. The F-test confirms that both variables jointly affect performance significantly (F-value 16.700 > F-table 3.316). The coefficient of determination (R²) measures 52.7%, revealing that work culture and workload together affect performance, with the remaining 47.3% influenced by different variables.

This paper discusses the methodologies for balanced transportation problems and their solutions, focusing on efficient and cost-effective distribution of goods from multiple sources to various destinations. The study highlights the importance of maintaining supply and demand balance and explores systematic approaches such as initial solution methods—North-West Corner, Least Cost, and Vogel Approximation Method—and the optimal solution technique, Stepping Stone. An illustrative case involving a company with multiple factories and markets demonstrates the application of these methods, resulting in minimized transportation costs. Additionally, the process of fertilizer allocation and cost analysis is examined, emphasizing the use of the Stepping Stone method to achieve cost minimization. The findings underscore the effectiveness of combining initial heuristics with iterative optimization to attain optimal transportation solutions, thereby enhancing logistical efficiency and reducing operational expenses.

The assignment problem discusses the problem of creating maximum sales, CV Surya Pelangi assigns its selected employees to enter the target market. CV Surya Pelangi has problems allocating its employees to the target market that has been determined. Before allocating its employees, CV Surya Pelangi has conducted training first. The income data of each employee in these markets is in (thousands) during training, therefore it is necessary to solve the employee allocation problem. The method used in this study is the Hungarian Method, with a focus on the maximization approach. The Hungarian method is known to be effective in solving assignment problems where there are similarities in the number of employees and allocations, and the goal is to optimize the allocation. In this case, maximization means finding a combination of assignments that produce the highest total profit value.

Islamic economics emerged as an alternative system based on Islamic principles to overcome inequality and social injustice in the conventional economic system. This article aims to examine the role of Islamic economics in achieving social justice through four main pillars: digitization of Islamic finance, empowerment of Sharia-based MSMEs, strengthening Islamic microfinance institutions, and optimizing ZISWAF (zakat, infaq, sadaqah, and waqf). This study uses a qualitative method with a literature review approach using national and international journals published since 2021. The results of the study show that Islamic economics has great potential in building a fair, inclusive, and sustainable economic system if supported by technological innovation, integrative policies, and improving public literacy. This research emphasizes the need for synergy between the government, Islamic financial institutions, business actors, and the community to strengthen the role of the Islamic economy in national development. In addition, it is necessary to strengthen regulations and cross-sector collaboration so that the implementation of the Islamic economy can run optimally in various lines of life. With sustained support, Islamic economics is believed to be able to be a solution to complex modern economic challenges.