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This community service activity was conducted at SMK Ganesha Tama Boyolali with the main objective of disseminating knowledge and practical tips on entrepreneurship and starting a business among vocational high school students. The activity aimed to provide students with an understanding of basic entrepreneurial concepts, initial steps in establishing a small business, and key factors that influence entrepreneurial success. This program was based on the importance of preparing vocational students not only to become skilled workers but also to develop the readiness to act as independent entrepreneurs. Several problems were identified prior to the activity, including students’ limited knowledge about how to start a business, fear of taking entrepreneurial risks, and low motivation to pursue entrepreneurship at an early stage. The method used in this program was mentoring through a socialization approach, supported by interactive discussions and question-and-answer sessions. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ understanding of entrepreneurship concepts and their ability to develop feasible business ideas. Most students successfully created simple business plans aligned with community needs, such as technical services, design and drawing services, planning consultancy, and mock-up services. In addition, the activity positively influenced students’ attitudes and mindset by increasing their self-confidence in presenting business ideas before their peers. Overall, this outreach program effectively fostered entrepreneurial spirit, motivation, and readiness among students at SMK Ganesha Tama Boyolali to pursue independent business opportunities after graduation.

Adolescents are an age group that is vulnerable to reproductive health problems, including the risk of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and risky sexual behaviors, due to limited knowledge and psychosocial maturity. Schools have a strategic role in providing reproductive health education as a promotive and preventive effort. This counseling activity aimed to determine adolescents’ knowledge regarding the prevention of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) among students at Parulian 3 School, Medan.This study employed a one-group pretest–posttest approach. The participants were all seventh-grade students who met the inclusion criteria. The intervention consisted of reproductive health education delivered through lectures, discussions, and visual media. Data were collected using questionnaires measuring knowledge and attitudes before and after the counseling session, and then analyzed descriptively by comparing pretest and posttest results. The results showed an increase in students’ knowledge and attitudes after receiving reproductive health education. The differences in scores before and after the intervention indicate that the counseling provided was effective in improving students’ understanding and fostering positive attitudes toward the prevention of STIs and risky sexual behaviors. Reproductive health education in the school setting is an effective effort to enhance adolescents’ knowledge and attitudes regarding reproductive health. Therefore, reproductive health education activities should be implemented continuously and integrated into school programs.

The objective of this study is to comprehensively examine and analyze the influence of microstructure on the mechanical properties of metallic materials. Microstructure is known to play a crucial role in determining the mechanical behavior of metals; therefore, a thorough understanding of this relationship is essential for the development of engineering materials. This study adopts a systematic literature review approach, employing descriptive analysis and meta-analysis of recent scientific publications obtained from various reputable academic databases. The analysis results indicate that microstructure is a significant determinant of the mechanical characteristics of metallic materials, including strength, ductility, and resistance to deformation. The most influential microstructural parameters include grain size, phase distribution, crystallographic orientation, dislocation density, and the presence and characteristics of precipitates. Among these parameters, grain size has been shown to be the most dominant factor. The Hall–Petch strengthening mechanism demonstrates that grain refinement can increase the tensile strength of materials by approximately 200 to 300 percent. In addition, materials with multi-phase microstructures, such as dual-phase steels and TRIP steels, exhibit an excellent combination of strength and ductility compared to single-phase materials. Based on the meta-analysis results, each metallic material system exhibits a trade-off between strength and ductility, whereby an increase in strength is generally accompanied by a reduction in ductility. These findings indicate that achieving an optimal combination of mechanical properties for specific application requirements necessitates a comprehensive and integrated microstructural engineering approach.

This study investigates the integration of computational thinking (CT) principles with adaptive curricula to enhance problem-solving skills in undergraduate programming education. Traditional programming curricula often emphasize syntax and basic concepts, neglecting critical problem-solving strategies. The adaptive curriculum framework used in this study combines CT skills such as decomposition, pattern recognition, abstraction, and algorithmic thinking with personalized learning experiences. A mixed-method approach, combining qualitative and quantitative research, was employed to assess the effectiveness of this integrated approach. The results show significant improvements in students' problem-solving abilities, conceptual understanding, and engagement compared to a control group following a traditional curriculum. Students in the experimental group, which received the adaptive curriculum, demonstrated better performance in applying algorithms and debugging code. Additionally, students expressed higher levels of engagement and motivation, suggesting that the personalized learning environment fostered greater academic involvement. The study highlights the importance of integrating CT principles with adaptive learning frameworks to create a more inclusive and effective learning environment that accommodates diverse learning needs. The findings suggest that adaptive curricula can bridge gaps in traditional education by providing personalized support and ensuring that students progress at their own pace. This approach is especially beneficial for programming education, where both conceptual understanding and practical problem-solving skills are critical for success. Future research should explore the long-term impact of adaptive learning frameworks and investigate how these technologies can be integrated with traditional teaching methods to maximize their effectiveness.

User reviews on the Shopee e-commerce platform represent an important source of information for understanding consumer perceptions of products and services. Sentiment analysis is commonly applied to classify user opinions into positive, neutral, and negative sentiment categories based on textual data. This study aims to analyze the performance of the Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) method in sentiment classification of Shopee user reviews. The dataset used in this study consists of Indonesian-language user reviews that have undergone preprocessing stages, including case folding, text cleaning, tokenization, and stopword removal. The LSTM model was trained using preprocessed text represented as word sequences. Model performance was evaluated using overall accuracy and class-wise classification results. The experimental results indicate that the LSTM method achieved an overall accuracy of 87.62%. In addition, the classification performance for the positive sentiment class reached 95.27%, the neutral class achieved 4.96%, and the negative class reached 74.26%. These results demonstrate that the LSTM method performs well in classifying sentiment in Shopee user reviews, particularly for positive sentiment. This study is expected to provide insights and references for the application of deep learning methods in sentiment analysis of Indonesian e-commerce review data.

Technology-based learning media have now become a primary choice in supporting the learning process in elementary schools, in line with the development of the digital era and the growing demand for more innovative learning approaches. The utilization of technology in education is expected to enhance the quality of teaching and learning processes and encourage active student engagement. One technology-based learning medium considered effective and engaging is BrainPOP, a digital learning platform that presents educational content through interactive animated videos, quizzes, simulations, and various supporting activities designed to suit the characteristics of elementary school students. The selection of BrainPOP is based on its advantages in increasing students’ learning interest, facilitating the understanding of abstract concepts by making them more concrete, and enhancing students’ motivation and retention of learning materials. The visual, communicative, and interactive presentation of content enables students to learn in a more enjoyable and less monotonous manner. This medium is capable of creating an engaging, effective, and student-centered learning atmosphere, thereby fostering an active, creative, and enjoyable learning environment. Therefore, the use of BrainPOP in the learning process is expected not only to improve students’ learning outcomes but also to optimally and sustainably develop their interest, motivation, and engagement in learning.

This study was conducted to examine the level of implementation of Financial Accounting Standards for Micro, Small, and Medium Entities (SAK EMKM) at Kedai Nduy, a micro-scale culinary business located in Depok. The basis for conducting this research is the low quality of financial records among UMKM players due to a lack of understanding of accounting, limited assistance from competent parties, and the suboptimal implementation of financial reporting standards, which are the main obstacles. This research was conducted using a descriptive qualitative method, where data was collected through interviews, direct observation, and document searches related to transaction recording activities, sales, raw material purchases, and daily cash flow. The results of the study show that Kedai Nduy has consistently recorded transactions using a simple financial recording format using Excel tables, but the implementation does not fully comply with SAK EMKM provisions. This business entity has also not prepared the required financial statements, namely the Statement of Financial Position, Income Statement, and Notes to the Financial Statements. The main obstacles faced are limited understanding of accounting, lack of time available to business owners, and the unavailability of technical assistance and accounting training. Nevertheless, simple record keeping still provides benefits, particularly in monitoring sales, purchasing, and daily cash flow activities. Therefore, this study recommends accounting training, the use of SAK EMKM-based applications or templates, and ongoing assistance to improve the quality of financial recording and reporting in accordance with applicable standards.

The Halal Management Sistem (HMS) has often been positioned as an administrative compliance tool that focuses on regulatory and certification requirements. This approach has the potential to simplify the meaning of halal by overlooking the inherent values, especially in the context of Muslim businesses. This study aims to interpret the understanding of the Halal Management Sistem not only as an administrative compliance mechanism, but also as an expression of worship and spiritual commitment in business practices. This study uses a qualitative approach through a literature review of scientific articles, books, and relevant publications discussing halal management, Islamic business ethics, and the perspectives of business actors. The results of the study show that the HMS is understood by business actors as a manifestation of religious obedience integrated into economic activities, where the application of halal principles is seen as part of devotion to God and a form of moral responsibility in running a business. In this understanding, administrative compliance is positioned as an implication of spiritual awareness, not as the main objective of the sistem's implementation. The research findings also indicate that the spiritual meaning of SMH encourages consistency in halal practices and strengthens long-term business orientation. Conceptually, this study has implications for the development of halal management studies by placing the spiritual dimension as the main foundation in the implementation of the Halal Management Sistem, particularly in supporting sustainable and ethical business practices.

The influence of self-efficacy, work engagement, and financial compensation is crucial to determine the extent of their impact on employee performance at PT Sinergi Gula Nusantara PG Meritjan. By understanding these relationships, company management can assess how these factors affect employee performance and thereby formulate more targeted human resource planning and development strategies in the future. This study employed a saturated sampling technique, in which the sample consisted of all permanent employees of PT Sinergi Gula Nusantara PG Meritjan, totaling 77 respondents. Data were collected through questionnaires, observations, and interviews. The results of the analysis indicate that self-efficacy, work engagement, and financial compensation have a significant effect on employee performance, both partially and simultaneously. This is evidenced by the multiple linear regression analysis, which shows significance values below 0.05 and a coefficient of determination of 0.677 or 67.7%, indicating that self-efficacy, work engagement, and financial compensation explain 67.7% of the variance in employee performance.

This study focuses on analyzing the application of cloud computing as a supporting infrastructure for digital transformation in the implementation of Smart City at the Communication and Information Agency (Diskominfo) of Muara Enim Regency. In the era of digital transformation and accelerated urbanization, the need for smart city management based on information technology has become increasingly urgent. Cloud computing plays a strategic role in providing integrated, scalable, and efficient data services to support the effectiveness of public services and data-driven decision-making. This study aims to analyze the extent to which cloud computing has been implemented in the Muara Enim Diskominfo environment, identify the supporting and inhibiting factors of its implementation, and evaluate its contribution to the achievement of Smart City objectives. This study uses a comparative approach with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documentation studies. The results of the study show that the implementation of cloud computing at the Muara Enim Communication and Information Agency is still in the development stage, with positive achievements in data management efficiency and inter-unit collaboration, but facing obstacles in terms of system integration and human resources. This research contributes to strengthening academic understanding of cloud computing implementation strategies in the context of local government, as well as providing practical recommendations for policy makers to improve digital infrastructure readiness towards a sustainable Smart City.

This study aims to analyze the effect of price as a component of the marketing mix of NutriSari products on consumers’ purchase intention at the STIE YPBI Campus Canteen. Price is a crucial element of the marketing mix that directly influences consumer perceptions and purchasing decisions. Therefore, understanding consumers’ price perceptions is essential for companies in developing effective marketing strategies and maintaining competitiveness. This research employed a quantitative descriptive approach, with data collected through questionnaires distributed to consumers at the STIE YPBI Campus Canteen. The population of this study consisted of 40 active consumers within the campus canteen environment. Data were analyzed using validity and reliability tests, normality testing, simple linear regression analysis, t-test, and F-test with the assistance of SPSS software. The results indicate that price has a significant effect on purchase intention, as evidenced by an F-test value of 5.440 and a coefficient of determination of 54.40%. This finding implies that 54.40% of consumers’ purchase intention is influenced by price, while the remaining percentage is affected by other factors not examined in this study. Furthermore, the t-test results show that the calculated t-value (2.332) is greater than the critical t-value (2.024), indicating a positive and significant effect of price on purchase intention. The indicators of price affordability, price-quality suitability, price competitiveness, and price-benefit suitability collectively contribute to increasing consumers’ purchase intention at the STIE YPBI Campus Canteen.

The growing use of smartphones among adolescents carries a high risk of addiction, which can negatively impact physical, mental, and social well-being. To address this issue, a community service program was implemented to conduct early detection of gadget addiction among high school students and provide educational health media to raise knowledge and awareness about excessive smartphone use. The program involved 240 students of SMA Negeri 1 Tuntang and was conducted in three stages: screening, development of educational materials, and health counseling. Screening used the short version of the Smartphone Addiction Scale and revealed that 90% of students were classified as addicted. Prior to counseling, 81.25% of students had low levels of knowledge regarding healthy gadget use, which significantly improved after the intervention, with 83.4% achieving high knowledge levels. Health counseling proved crucial in enhancing students’ understanding and promoting responsible smartphone habits. The program highlights the importance of collaborative efforts by schools, parents, and students to limit smartphone use, encourage physical activity, and foster face-to-face social interactions to support adolescent well-being.

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) are the result of human thought that have economic and social value and play a significant role in encouraging creativity, technological innovation, and sustainable national development. IPR protection not only aims to provide legal certainty for creators and rights holders, but also serves as a strategic instrument in strengthening the creative economy. However, low public awareness of the importance of IPR protection and the gap between legal norms and practices in the field result in frequent violations of intellectual works. This study uses a normative-juridical approach combined with a participatory-educational approach, in accordance with the characteristics of community service activities in the legal field. This approach aims to integrate normative legal analysis with legal education activities for the community, thereby producing both conceptual understanding and practical benefits. The results of the activities show a significant increase in public understanding of the relationship between constitutional principles and IPR protection in Indonesia. Through educational activities and legal dialogues, it was revealed that the integration between constitutional principles and the IPR legal system has not been optimal, not only due to limited regulations, but also weak public legal awareness and the application of substantive justice as mandated by the 1945 Constitution. These findings emphasize the importance of integrating constitutional values ​​in the IPR protection system.

The Community Service Program (PkM) focused on mentoring storytelling competitions was implemented as an effort to improve students' competence in the art of storytelling, while also supporting their preparation for the FLS3N event. The activity was designed through a series of training sessions that included understanding the concept of storytelling, examples of storytelling practices, hands-on practice, and periodic evaluations. During the mentoring process, students showed progress in terms of story mastery, intonation, expression, and confidence. The approach used encouraged active participation so that participants were able to improve their storytelling techniques based on the feedback provided. The results of this activity show that structured and continuous training can improve students' readiness to present stories in a more communicative and interesting manner in upcoming competitions.

Learning the Qur'an in Islamic Elementary Schools requires an approach that emphasizes not only reading skills but also understanding the meaning and internalizing the Qur'anic values ​​contextually. However, learning practices that are still dominated by conventional methods have the potential to reduce student engagement and interest in learning, especially in narrative materials such as animal stories in the Qur'an. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of the Qur'anic Magic Cards media as a learning medium for animals in the Qur'an in increasing the understanding and interest in learning of students in Islamic Elementary Schools. This study uses a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that the use of the Qur'anic Magic Cards media can help students understand the meaning of verses more concretely, increase active involvement during learning, and foster interest in learning the Qur'anic material. This media also contributes to creating a fun, contextual, and meaningful learning atmosphere, so that the messages of the Qur'an are not only understood textually but also internalized in the learning process. Thus, the Magic Quran Cards can be used as an innovative and relevant alternative Quranic learning medium for implementation in Islamic Elementary Schools (Madrasah Ibtidaiyah).

This Community Service (PkM) activity was implemented in the form of an entrepreneurship seminar. This seminar strategically raised the theme "Changing the Mindset Shift from Follower to Owner", with the crucial aim of facilitating a paradigm shift in participants from mere passive consumers or followers to active and empowered business owners (owners). The implementation of PkM is based on the reality of the high unemployment rate among educated people and the urgency of global economic challenges that demand mental transformation and strengthening of practical skills. The main target group of this activity included students of entrepreneurship study programs from various universities in East Java as well as representatives of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) operating in the Gresik area, ensuring the relevance of the material to academic and practical needs. This seminar featured two credible expert speakers in the field of entrepreneurship. The implementation method focused on interactive delivery of material, followed by a focused discussion session to maximize knowledge absorption. The results achieved showed a significant increase in understanding among participants, not only regarding the importance of instilling an entrepreneurial mindset but also mastery of practical aspects of business, including digital marketing implementation strategies and concrete steps in starting or developing a business unit. Through this intervention, PkM is expected to be able to provide a real contribution to accelerating the creation of new, innovative entrepreneurs and strengthening the sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystem in East Java

This community service activity aims to improve the effectiveness of Batikayudewi MSME digital promotion by maximizing the use of Instagram as the main marketing platform. Initial observations show that although MSMEs have been regularly uploading content every day, the promotion of workshop packages as the main product has not been running well. Through a series of activities including observation, interviews, guidance in content creation, and improvements to the publication strategy, the PKM team helped improve the quality and consistency of promotional materials. The results of these activities showed an increase in the number of followers, viewers, and positive interactions on both Instagram accounts, both the main account and the supporting account created during the program. In addition to improvements on social media, business owners also gained a deeper understanding of the basic principles of digital marketing, the importance of informative visual content, and consistency in building brand identity. Overall, this community service activity successfully improved the promotional capabilities of MSMEs and strengthened Batikayudewi's readiness to utilize digital media as a sustainable marketing tool.

Free trade is one of the central issues in the dynamics of the global economy, sparking debates about the extent to which the state should be involved in economic activities. Each economic system holds a different perspective on the relationship between market mechanisms and state intervention. This article aims to analyze the concept of free trade and the role of the state from the perspective of various economic systems, namely liberal, socialist, mixed, and Islamic economic systems. The research method employed is a literature review, examining relevant sources such as books, scholarly journals, and other academic references. The findings indicate that the liberal economic system tends to emphasize market freedom with minimal state involvement, whereas the socialist system positions the state as the main regulator in trade. The mixed economic system seeks to balance the roles of the market and the state, while Islamic economics permits free trade as long as it is conducted in accordance with the principles of ethics, justice, and social responsibility. This article is expected to contribute academically to a better understanding of the differing approaches of economic systems toward free trade and the role of the state in addressing global economic challenges.

This activity aims to build collaboration with non-formal schools in providing educational information for parents through brochures. Information about the services, programs, and advantages of non-formal schools is often not optimally conveyed to parents, so simple but effective media is needed to broaden their understanding. In this activity, the team collaborated with non-formal schools to collect accurate data on the institution's profile, educational programs, service schedules, and other supporting information. The data was then compiled into an informative brochure that was designed to be attractive, concise, and easy to understand. The completed brochure was socialized and distributed directly to parents as a form of dissemination of educational information. The results of the activity showed that the use of the brochure was able to help parents gain a clearer understanding of available non-formal education services, thus becoming a consideration in supporting their children's learning needs. This activity also strengthened the collaborative relationship between program organizers and non-formal schools in supporting the provision of educational information for families.

Business competition in the culinary sector continues to increase along with changes in people's consumption patterns towards ready-to-eat food. One product that is quite popular is fried dim sum, which is known for its variety of flavors and relatively affordable prices. In this competitive environment, understanding how consumers perceive product price and quality is crucial for businesses to maintain and increase customer interest in purchasing goods. Consumer perceptions of product price and quality when they choose fried dim sum are the subject of this study. Informants were selected purposively in this study, which used a qualitative and descriptive approach, namely consumers who have purchased and consumed fried dim sum products. Data collection methods included comprehensive interviews, direct observation, and supporting documentation. The collected data were analyzed using an interactive analysis model developed by Miles and Huberman through steps such as data reduction, data presentation, and discovery. The results show that consumers view price as an indicator related to the affordability and suitability of the product value. Price is considered acceptable if it is commensurate with perceived quality. In addition, product quality, including taste, texture, cleanliness, and packaging, is a primary factor considered before making a purchase. Positive perceptions of product quality increase customer trust and encourage repeat purchases. This study concluded that customer perceptions or opinions about price and product quality influence fried dim sum purchasing decisions. Therefore, culinary businesses need to prioritize proportional pricing and maintain consistent product quality to enhance business competitiveness.