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The aim of this paper is to highlight the role of Lextutor an online software for achieving educational objectives. Lextutor is an online resource which presents a new teaching-learning environment and also offers a variety of activities for educators and learners to use it in English vocabulary classroom and to nurture independent learning. Since vocabulary becomes very fundamental in language learning, both speaking and writing and independent learning is currently popular and needs to be developed, educators and learners can use wordlists, online concordance and dictionary, and texts, which can be accessed in the available programs. In addition, Lextutor also serves database to store the work and view the others’ work. Most importantly, this online software comes up with the transformation to change the traditional setting of learning by giving inputs on DDL learning. It is expected that learners can be more independent and active in learning, enabling greater motivation and deeper learning. This paper reviews literature and gives scholarly background by reviewing some contributions and concepts made by experts in the related field. Furthermore, some benefits of using Lextutor are found in this research.

The purpose of this community service activity is to provide assistance to the educators/council of ustadz and ustadzah at TPQ Salafiyah Ar-Risalah regarding the making and use of smart card media to improve writing abilities and skills both in terms of khat, vocabulary, sentence structure and grammatical Arabic. This research uses qualitative methods because the object of research is focused on the process of learning Arabic in the form of the use of smart card media in writing skills both in terms of khat, vocabulary, sentence structure and grammar. With the smart card learning media, it will certainly make the students enthusiastic when learning takes place, especially after the learning activities of the students are active, enthusiastic and able to answer questions about maharoh kitabah. Assistance activities to the community in the form of PAR (Participatory Action Research) service to educators at TPQ Salafiyah Ar-Risalah Curah Putih Tegalwangi, through this smart card learning media made of cardboard and origami paper, have many benefits in learning Maharoh Kitabah and can invite students to be more enthusiastic and play an active role during the activity

Many studies have described meta-analysis on the overall effect of e-learning influence in learning. However, there has been no meta-analysis of the overall effect of STEM-based e-learning on Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS).  The purpose of this study investigates the effect of STEM-based e-learning on students' critical thinking skills in Indonesia. This type of research is a Systematic Literature Review (SL) and meta-analysis. Data sources came from 10 national and international journals published in 2018-2023. The process of searching for data sources through Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, Wiley, Eric, and Springer. Data analysis used the Hedge formula to calculate effect size with the help of the JSAP application. The findings show that the effect size value (ES = 0.793) is medium. This explains that STEM-based e-learning provides a very high positive impact and is effective in improving students' Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS). Furthermore, HOTS characteristics do not cause heterogeneity in the results of STEM-based e-learning research on students' Higher Order Thinking Skills. The findings suggest that educators should choose STEM-based e-learning as one of the learning models to improve students' Higher Order Thinking skills in Indonesia.

The purpose of this study was to find out the role of the principal's managerial competence in improving teacher discipline. Factors and factors that hinder and support the principal's managerial competence in improving teacher discipline at SD Inpres Tompotana, Takalar Regency. This research was carried out in Takalar, where it was at SD Inpres Tompotana, Takalar Regency, which took place from May 27 2023 to July 27 2023. The method of collecting data in this study used interviews, documentation and observation. The subjects in this study were school principals and teachers. The results of research conducted by researchers, that the role of the principal in improving teacher discipline, as well as the supporting and inhibiting factors of the Principal's Managerial Competence in Improving Teacher Discipline at SD Inpres Tompotana, Takalar Regency. This is very important for teacher independence through various forms of training, namely with the guidance and motivation of the Principal towards the teacher and also from the awareness of the teacher himself in developing the mandate and responsibility as educators who should be an example, a role model for their students, self-discipline training so that Principals, fellow teachers and students can carry out their obligations wholeheartedly, namely arriving on time, being disciplined from various aspects of the school environment so as to create an effective and time-disciplined school. This research uses qualitative research methods.

The background of this research is the low student learning outcomes of aqidah akhlah, because educators still use methods that make students bored and unenthusiastic in participating in learning, such as still using lecture, question and answer and assignment methods. So that there are still students who have less motivation in learning, as evidenced by the lack of students who are active in class, such as actively asking, answering and being active in expressing opinions, so that many students have not achieved predetermined learning outcomes. This study aims to describe: (1) Application of Information Search Methods for Class XI Man 2 Payakumbuh City, (2) Learning Outcomes of Aqidah Akhlak Class XI Man 2 Students in Payakumbuh City, (3) Effect of Information Search Methods on Learning Outcomes of Aqidah Akhlak Class XI Students Man 2 Payakumbuh City. This study uses a quantitative approach with a korean type. The population in this study was students of class XI Man 2 Payakumbuh City with a total of 137 students. The data collection technique is in the form of a questionnaire in the analysis using the r product moment formula, the correlation coefficient, and the coefficient of determination. But before the data is tested, the research is first tested using the normality test, linearity, and homogeneity test. Sampling using simple random sampling technique, by taking 25% of the population of 137 students. And the sample in this study were 34 students. The results of the Research Information Search Method for class XI students are in the high category with a percentage of 53%. While the results of research on the influence of information seeking methods on student learning outcomes of aqidah morals obtained results of 0.562. The results of the determination test were (0.5622)  100  = 31.58%. Then the perception of students' learning outcomes of aqeedah morals is 31.58% influenced by the application of information seeking methods, the remaining 68.42% is influenced by other factors not examined in this study. There is a significant influence between the Information Search Method and the learning outcomes of class XI student morals based on the coefficient of determination, the figure is 31.58%.

Enhancing the quality of education involves fostering strong literacy skills, not only in academic aspects but also in understanding, processing, and conveying information. In the midst of globalization and technology, literacy skills have become increasingly important in facing the changes of the times. This study aims to develop a playful learning approach that encourages enjoyable literacy activities in Desa Sokawati. Employing a qualitative approach with an action research design, this study engages children, educators, parents, and the community in Desa Sokawati. Engaging literacy activities tailored to the characteristics of children are designed based on surveys and interviews. Once planned, these literacy activities are implemented in KB, TK, and SD classes. Observations of children's and educators' responses are conducted during the implementation phase. The results indicate that the playful learning approach is effective in fostering enjoyable literacy activities in Desa Sokawati. Children are engaged in various activities that combine creativity, art, and learning. By developing an approach that suits the characteristics of children and the local potential, this study aims to provide practical guidance for educators, parents, and the community in enhancing children's literacy in Desa Sokawati. Furthermore, this research contributes to the development of sustainable literacy-based education in rural areas.  

Technology is one of the important things in various fields, especially in the field of education, in the technological age like now a professional educator must be able to keep up with the times. One of them is by making digital-based learning media, the application of learning using digital media can make it easier for students to receive learning in a fun way. So it is necessary to have a workshop for teachers in making digital-based learning media using a website called wordwall at UPTD SDN Purwamekar. This service in the form of a workshop shared with educators at UPTD SDN Purwamekar how to apply the creation of digital learning media on the wordwall website. Based on the results of the questionnaire given, 80% of the participants who attended did not know this wordwall website, and 20% already knew but had never used it. As a result of this workshop, the participants who attended came to understand and were able to apply wordwalls to learning activities.

Technology is one of the important things in various fields, especially in the field of education, in the technological age like now a professional educator must be able to keep up with the times. One of them is by making digital-based learning media, the application of learning using digital media can make it easier for students to receive learning in a fun way. So it is necessary to have a workshop for teachers in making digital-based learning media using a website called wordwall at UPTD SDN Purwamekar. This service in the form of a workshop shared with educators at UPTD SDN Purwamekar how to apply the creation of digital learning media on the wordwall website. Based on the results of the questionnaire given, 80% of the participants who attended did not know this wordwall website, and 20% already knew but had never used it. As a result of this workshop, the participants who attended came to understand and were able to apply wordwalls to learning activities.

Clinical Supervision is needed by educators to improve professional teacher performance. Through clinical supervision, school principals can carry out coaching related to increasing the competence of teaching staff in carrying out learning in class. Clinical supervision carried out by the principal at SMP Negeri 1 Cikoneng is carried out through stages which globally consist of pre-observation meetings, classroom observations and return meetings or post-observation. As well as follow-up evaluation. The purpose of this study was to determine the role of the school principal in the implementation of clinical supervision which has an impact on teacher performance in carrying out teaching and learning activities. This study used a qualitative descriptive approach by studying the facts that occurred, data collection techniques were obtained through interviews with school principals and teaching staff. direct observation and documentation study. The research was conducted at SMP Negeri 1 Cikoneng, Ciamis Regency. Improving the performance of teachers at Cikoneng 1 Public Middle School is carried out with various activities, including Supervision of the school principal, Educators are motivated so that supervision activities are the desire and awareness of the teaching staff to improve what they feel still needs to be improved both from making preparations, selecting methods, techniques and learning media, so that the learning process in class is more meaningful and students get a pleasant learning experience. The results of this study include: 1) Implementation of clinical supervision is carried out gradually by the principal at Cikoneng 1 Public Middle School, as a coaching effort for teachers to improve the competence of teaching staff in learning. 2) Principals in carrying out clinical supervision are able to improve teacher performance in learning even better. 3). The principal as a clinical supervisor must understand and have strategies that are able to provide change for educators in teaching and learning activities.

This research was conducted with the aim of knowing the relationship between learning motivation and audio-visual learning media on students' learning interest at SDN 1 Siluman. This study uses a quantitative approach and the type of research chosen is correlation research. The population is all grade VI students at SDN 1 Siluman for the academic year 2023/2024 with a total of 54 students. The sample used is saturated sampling, so the entire population is sampled in this study. Data collection techniques through questionnaires. Data analysis techniques through correlation testing. Based on the research results, it can be seen that there is a relationship between learning motivation and students' interest in learning with a correlation coefficient of 0.719, so it can be combined based on the interpretation correlation coefficient as a strong relationship. There is a relationship between audio-visual learning media and student learning interest with a correlation coefficient of 0.696, so it can be classified based on the interpretation correlation coefficient as a strong relationship. There is a relationship between audio-visual learning media and learning motivation with a correlation coefficient of 0.932, so it can be categorized based on the interpretation of the correlation coefficient as a very strong relationship. Based on this research, educators can increase student motivation and interest in learning with the use of audio-visual media.

Arabic language education holds a pivotal role in global intellectual and cultural development as the language of the Quran and profound literary works. However, the era of globalization and digital technology presents new challenges and opportunities. Teaching methods and access to information have undergone transformative changes due to technological advancements (Muis, 2020). Addressing this, a systematic literature review is warranted to comprehend the development of Arabic language education in the digital age. This research focuses on the development of digitally-based learning materials, applications and platforms for Arabic language education, the effectiveness of technology-based teaching methods, as well as their impact on Arabic language proficiency and student motivation. Challenges and potential solutions in adopting technological approaches will also be analyzed. Employing a qualitative approach, this study employs a systematic literature review method to extract insights from various literary sources. The anticipated outcome will provide educators with valuable guidance on leveraging technology effectively in Arabic language education and navigating the evolving dynamics of education in the digital era.

The primary goal of this study was to measure the effectiveness of Let's Read app in visualization strategy in improving students' reading ability. Let’s Read is an application that contains many stories with audio and is equipped with visual pictures that can help students learn to read. This study uses a quantitative and pre-experimental design to test. The pre-experimental used 2 tests, the pre-test at the beginning and the post-test after treatment. The sample in this research consisted of 36 tenth-grade students. The results confirmed that the post-test scores increased and exceeded the pre-test values. Furthermore, at a significant level of 0.05%, the t-score is calculated to be smaller than t-table. From this analysis, the Alternative Hypothesis (Ha) was accepted, while the Null Hypothesis (Ho) was rejected. Based on the facts through the results of data analysis, using  Let's Read app in visualization strategy is proven to help in enhance students' reading comprehension. As a result, it is recommended that educators and students take advantage of this application to enhance reading comprehension.

Integrating innovative pedagogical approaches becomes paramount as the contemporary educational paradigm evolves. The study addresses the gap in the current literature by offering insights into the multifaceted implications of gamification in higher education settings. The primary purpose of this research is to analyze the attitudes, experiences, and perceptions of both educators and students toward gamified elements in LMS. The study combines qualitative interviews with teachers and students and quantitative surveys to gather a comprehensive understanding of the subject. The methodology encompasses diverse higher education institutions to ensure a representative sample. Results highlight the nuanced perspectives of participants, revealing key factors influencing the effectiveness of gamification in LMS, such as motivation, engagement, and learning outcomes. The findings provide a foundation for a more informed integration of gamified elements into educational practices. In conclusion, this research contributes to the field by offering empirical evidence and nuanced insights into the perceptions of gamification in higher education. The study enhances our understanding of the challenges and benefits associated with gamified learning and provides practical implications for educators and policymakers aiming to foster innovative and engaging learning environments.

The implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in madrasahs, guided by the Ministry of Religious Affairs Regulation (KMA) Number 347 in 2022, offers both advantages and challenges. This policy empowers madrasahs in Indonesia to develop education unit-level curricula that cater to the specific needs and management of education. The advantages of implementing the Merdeka Curriculum lie in its ability to respect and enhance Islamic education. Madrasahs can emphasize religious understanding, Quranic studies, and character education, enabling students to deepen their religious knowledge and strengthen their religious identities. Moreover, the curriculum's flexibility allows madrasahs to tailor educational experiences to the needs, social contexts, and local cultures of their students, making learning more relevant and meaningful. By incorporating practical and contextual subjects, the Merdeka Curriculum facilitates the development of broader skills, equipping students with academic, social, and life skills essential for their holistic growth. However, challenges arise in implementing the Merdeka Curriculum. Educators need comprehensive training and professional development to effectively design and implement a flexible curriculum. Ensuring consistent education standards across madrasahs is also crucial, as the freedom to determine curricula may result in variations. Integration with the national curriculum is essential to ensure that fundamental subjects such as literacy, numeracy, and general knowledge are adequately covered.

This research aims to explore the integration of spiritual wisdom and scientific knowledge within the educational landscape, facilitated by teachers, to foster a symbiotic relationship between education and business sectors. The study adopts a participatory action research model, involving purposive sampling of educators and business leaders. Data analysis employs thematic analysis to uncover patterns and insights. The findings reveal the significance of integrating spiritual principles with scientific education methodologies, guided by effective leadership practices, in enhancing educational quality and sporting achievements. This research underscores the pivotal role of teachers as facilitators in bridging the gap between spiritual wisdom and scientific knowledge for holistic development in education and sports domains.

Parents must play an important role in Christian Religion education, the first and foremost educational environment for a child, namely in the family. The method used in this study is the Systemic Literature Review Method, namely by finding facts with fixed interpretations. The results of the study show that the Role of Christian Parents in Religious Education: The Perspective of Church Leaders and Educators is as follows. The Perspective of Church Leaders: Church leaders believe that parents have a central role in teaching religion to their children. For example Models of Faith, Prayer and Family Service, Bible Education, Participation in the Church while from the perspective of educators it consists of Learning Support, Open Communication, Religious Experience

The standards for educators and education staff are standards that regulate the qualifications that must be possessed by educators and education staff, both academic and non-academic qualifications. the standards of educators and educational staff at SDN 2 Sukamaju still do not meet the standards in accordance with PP No. 57 of 2021 Article 20 paragraph 1 and Article 23 paragraph 1. Therefore this research was conducted to find out the educational standards contained in SDN 2 Sukamaju based on some indicator. The research method used is a qualitative method with a SWOT analysis which is divided into Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats. The results show that educators and education staff at SDN 2 Sukamaju have met the standards of educators and education staff, but at the point of recruiting teaching staff there are a few obstacles where these obstacles are caused by the education moratorium, more precisely as stated in the Tasik City Regional Regulation No. 4 of 2007 concerning the Implementation of Education, so that there is a need for adjustments.

One important theme that is rarely discussed is the service towards children. In community life, children are often neglected and deemed unimportant in certain contexts. Children have the smallest place in the social order of life. This is also experienced by children within the Christian community. They are only seen as the future of the church, leading to their current existence being often ignored. This should certainly be a matter of concern for all parties, including parents, pastors, and even Christian teachers or educators. The challenges faced by children in the postmodern era have become increasingly complex. They will confront a reality that perceives no absolute truth, as all truths are considered relative. Therefore, the core focus of this paper is to discuss the steps or roles that Christian religious education teachers take in preparing children, especially Christian children, to face this postmodern era. In the discussion, the author presents various challenges and needs of children in the postmodern era, as well as what a Christian educator should do. The method used by the author in this article is a literary method with a descriptive approach. The author gathers various data sources related to the discussed topic and analyzes them to find a comprehensive and accurate understanding. Through this research, it is found that a Christian religious education teacher is responsible for nurturing and guiding children to know Christ, so that they have faith, acknowledge Jesus as Lord and Savior, and experience a renewal of life.

The era of digitalization is growing rapidly, including in the field of education. Educators and students need technology or platforms that support distance learning activities and still have good interaction, so that classes remain not bored or fun and productive. One platform that can answer these challenges is the Canva application. Canva has one of the special services or programs designed for education, namely Canva for Education. This service is designed for educators and students to continue to get a creative, innovative, collaborative and fun learning experience in line with the independent curriculum.The method used in this study is a development research method with a descriptive quantitative approach. This study aims to describe the use of the Canva for Education application by educators as a creative, innovative and collaborative learning medium for students in the current era    

In this article, we are introducing a new community engagement initiative that aims to train vocational school teachers in creating impactful learning podcasts. The goal of this training is to equip educators with the necessary skills to develop dynamic audio content that combines visual and textual elements, resulting in interactive learning experiences. Throughout the program, participants will explore scriptwriting, recording techniques, and post-production editing, all while learning how to effectively integrate multimedia components to enhance student engagement and comprehension. By offering practical exercises and expert feedback, this initiative empowers educators to adapt their teaching methods to the digital age, ultimately enhancing the quality of vocational education. This training bridges the gap between traditional teaching methods and modern learning preferences, and promotes an enriched educational environment while nurturing the growth of educators as innovative pedagogical influencers.