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Teaching methods are the way teachers deliver learning material in every face-to-face meeting with students. Creative, professional teachers are required to develop approaches and choose effective teaching methods to create a conducive and enjoyable learning climate. To avoid boredom in learning, teachers can choose a method that suits the subject or sub-subject at the same time and place at once, because there are strengths and weaknesses in each teaching method. Teaching methods that are suitable for certain subjects are characterized by high student learning achievement in each learning evaluation implementation. Another factor that influences learning outcomes is achievement motivation. In the learning process, achievement motivation is very important to give to students. This is intended to stimulate students' creativity and willingness to participate in learning activities. Achievement motivation is the desire to complete something to achieve a standard of success, and to make an effort to achieve success    

This research discusses the role of mediation models in handling conflicts between students in the school environment. Conflict between students can affect their academic and social well-being, as well as the overall climate at school. The mediation model has been identified as a potential approach to resolve such conflicts in a constructive and inclusive manner. This research involves implementing a mediation model in a school as a conflict resolution strategy. This research aims to find out how the mediation model is implemented in managing student conflicts at SMP Plus Darus Sholah Jember. This research was conducted through a qualitative descriptive approach using interview instruments, documentation and literature study. The subjects of this research were the principal and students at SMP Plus Darus Sholah Jember. The results of the research show that conflicts between students that often occur are truancy, dating, violence and bullying. The results of the mediation services carried out by the school show that there is student awareness, an attitude of peace, and the re-establishment of harmonious relationships between students and parents. The mediation service provided by the school can be said to be effective, because all parties starting from students, teachers, homeroom teachers, guidance counselors, parents and school principals participate in conflict resolution.

The aim of this research is to determine and describe the effectiveness of implementing reading corners in increasing student literacy at SMP Negeri 7 Serang City. The implementation of this reading corner is one way to increase the literacy movement, in this case the literacy movement aims to motivate and familiarize students with reading and writing. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method with the research object of the reading corner at SMP Negeri 7 Serang City and the research subject. are teachers and also students at SMP Negeri 7 Serang City, and the data collection techniques used in this research are observation, interviews and documentation. The data obtained qualitatively shows that the reading corner at SMP Negeri 7 Serang City is able to increase literacy. The results of this research show that the reading corner has benefits: the school literacy report card has increased by 2% from 78% to 80%. , students become more confident, there is pleasure in students, students become familiar with various books, students are enthusiastic about the reading corner program, enthusiastic, find it easier to get the books they want to read, and are motivated.

Pembelajaran ialah prosedur penerimaan serta pemahaman, keahlian seorang yang dilaksanakan satu turunan kegenerasi selanjutnya melewati pengajaran, penataran pembibitan ataupun riset. pembelajaran serta semacam pengalaman berlatih yang aktif dalam seluruh kawasan serta sepanjang hidup. Dalam suatu pembelajaran adanya interaksi antara peserta didik dengan pendidik dan sumber belajar pada suatu lingkungan belajar yanng meliputi antara guru dengan siswa yang saling bertukar informasi. Setiap pembelajaran yang dilakuakan terdapat sebuah aktivitas yang amat berarti serta patut dilakoni oleh seluruhnya susunan rakyat berlimpah atau miskin, karena pemerintah telah menyediakan beasiswa bagi rakyat yang kurang mampu untuk melanjutkan sekolahnya hingga tingkat perguruan tinggi agar memiliki pengertahuan dan kemampuan dalam melaksanakan tugas dan kewajiban sekolah maupun ditengah-tengah masyarakat. Pemerintah bahkan telah memberikan pendidikan gratis 12 tahun sebagai wujud keseriusan pemerintah menjalankan program harus melatih diri 12 tahun mulai dari SD, SMP, serta SMA/SMK.

This research aims to determine the influence of the variables work discipline (X1) and work motivation (X2) on teacher performance (Y) at SMP Negeri 1 Gampengrejo, Kediri Regency. This type of research is quantitative research. The data collection techniques used are primary data and secondary data. The sample selection used the saturated sampling method, the number of samples in the study was 52 respondents at SMP Negeri 1 Gampengrejo, Kediri Regency. The analysis techniques used are Validity Test, Reliability Test, Classical Assumption Test, Multiple Linear Regression Analysis, T Test, F Test and Coefficient of Determination Test. The research results showed that the multiple linear regression equation Y = 1.349 + 0.369 The F test results obtained Fcount results with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05. From the results of the analysis it can be concluded that work discipline and work motivation have a significant simultaneous effect on teacher performance at SMP Negeri 1 Gampengrejo, Kediri Regency.

Education plays a very important role in developing the human resource potential of a country. This research examines how Indonesian language teachers at SMP Negeri 2 Padamara reflect on their experiences in facing the newly implemented Merdeka Curriculum. The Independent Curriculum is an educational approach that focuses on student needs, so teachers face additional challenges and responsibilities in implementing it. This research aims to explore the perspectives and experiences of Indonesian language teachers at SMP Negeri 2 Padamara in facing the Independent Curriculum. The research method used was descriptive qualitative with interview techniques with Indonesian language teachers at SMP Negeri 2 Padamara. Data validity testing was carried out using data source triangulation techniques. The research results show that the Merdeka Curriculum is considered relevant and oriented towards meeting student needs. Teachers have tried a variety of tailored learning strategies, including content, process, and product differentiation. Apart from that, this research also highlights the important role of learning modules and media in the Independent Curriculum, as well as the importance of In House Training (IHT) as an effort to increase teachers' understanding of the newly implemented curriculum. It is hoped that these findings can provide a valuable contribution in the development of educational strategies and provide the necessary support to teachers and other educational institutions that are implementing the Merdeka Curriculum.

Education plays a very important role in developing the human resource potential of a country. This research examines how Indonesian language teachers at SMP Negeri 2 Padamara reflect on their experiences in facing the newly implemented Merdeka Curriculum. The Independent Curriculum is an educational approach that focuses on student needs, so teachers face additional challenges and responsibilities in implementing it. This research aims to explore the perspectives and experiences of Indonesian language teachers at SMP Negeri 2 Padamara in facing the Independent Curriculum. The research method used was descriptive qualitative with interview techniques with Indonesian language teachers at SMP Negeri 2 Padamara. Data validity testing was carried out using data source triangulation techniques. The research results show that the Merdeka Curriculum is considered relevant and oriented towards meeting student needs. Teachers have tried a variety of tailored learning strategies, including content, process, and product differentiation. Apart from that, this research also highlights the important role of learning modules and media in the Independent Curriculum, as well as the importance of In House Training (IHT) as an effort to increase teachers' understanding of the newly implemented curriculum. It is hoped that these findings can provide a valuable contribution in the development of educational strategies and provide the necessary support to teachers and other educational institutions that are implementing the Merdeka Curriculum.

Obesity is a result of excessive energy consumption, this excess energy is stored in the body as fat, so that over time the body becomes heavier. This condition can be experienced by everyone, regardless of gender group or group of teenagers to adults. The aim of the research is to determine the effect of nutritional education about obesity using animation media on knowledge and attitudes in obese adolescents. This research was conducted at SMP Negeri 1 Lubuk Pakam. The research was conducted in May 2023 with quantitative methods using a Group Pre and Post Test design. Intervention in the form of counseling using animation media was given 3 times. The population in this study was class VIII, 319 students. The sample in this study was 32 obese students who met the criteria for being a sample. Data were collected using a knowledge and attitude questionnaire using a statistical test, namely the T-dependent test. The research results showed that the average knowledge of teenagers about obesity before counseling was 10.09, after being given counseling was 13.25 with a significant value of p=0.000. The average attitude score before being given counseling was 39.53, after being given counseling was 51.19 with a significant value of p=0.000. The conclusion of this research is that there is an influence of nutrition education about obesity using animation media on the knowledge and attitudes of teenagers at SMP Negeri 1 Lubuk Pakam. It is hoped that the school can play an active and creative role in providing health education about nutrition, especially about obesity in teenagers.    

Adolescent nutritional problems are a continuation of childhood nutritional problems such as iron deficiency anemia. Prolonged iron deficiency can cause anemia. Teenagers need more to replace iron lost along with menstrual blood. Anemia in adolescent girls is currently still high, according to WHO, the world prevalence of anemia ranges from 40-88%. The majority of students at SMP Negeri 5 Nekamese are young women who are vulnerable to suffering from anemia, so it is necessary to conduct anemia education and measure hemoglobin (Hb) in young women. The aim of this community service is to increase the knowledge of young women about anemia and school health so that it becomes a healthy and anemia-free school. The empowerment method in this community service activity uses the Question and Answer Lecture method. Counseling was conducted for young women in grades 7, 8 and 9 at SMP Negeri 5 Nekamese on September 9 2023, which was attended by 30 young women. The activity began with preparations for making an examination stand, distributing leaflets, explaining material or counseling using the lecture method of question and answer and evaluation. Before the counseling is carried out, a pre-test is carried out, then after the counseling a post-test is carried out. The implication of this community service activity is an increase in young women's knowledge about anemia and healthy schools. It is hoped that after carrying out this activity, young women can prevent anemia during adolescence by increasing their food consumption patterns to be diverse, nutritious, balanced and safe.

This research aims to find out what democratic values ​​are implemented in PPKn subjects at SMPN 19 Malang, the factors inhibiting the implementation of democratic values ​​at SMPN 19 Malang, and how democratic values ​​are implemented in PPKn subjects using the inquiry method at SMPN 19 Malang. This research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive qualitative research type. The data collection techniques used were observation, interviews and documentation. The analysis technique uses triangulation techniques to obtain validity of the data, while the data analysis used in this research is reduction, display and verification. The research results show that, 1) Democratic values ​​have been implemented for a long time and are running well at SMPN 19 Malang. These values ​​consist of: tolerance, cooperation, responsibility, and deliberation to reach consensus. 2) Factors inhibiting implementation are students who violate school regulations and the existence of active and inactive student groups. 3) The implementation of democratic values ​​in PPKn subjects using the inquiry method at SMPN 19 Malang has apparently not been implemented by PPKn teachers. Because students are not yet able to study independently, students lack confidence and are embarrassed when asked to present in front of the class, as well as limited time in teaching and learning activities which means Civics teachers have not implemented learning using the inquiry method.

The importance of this research is that there are important things that must be considered in this research, namely, in order to achieve the expected educational goals, quality and effective learning is needed. Based on the background that has been described, the author formulates the problem as follows: 1. What are the values ​​of character education in PPKn learning to develop critical reasoning in class VIII-E students at SMPN 17 Malang, 2. What are the obstacles in implementing PPKn learning? to develop critical reasoning in class VIII-E students at SMPN 17 Malang,3. How to implement character education in PPKn learning to develop critical reasoning in class VIII-E students at SMPN 17 Malang. The aim of this research is to find out school policies regarding the implementation of character education in PPKn learning to develop critical reasoning at SMPN 17 Malang. This research uses descriptive qualitative. The data collection techniques used are observation, interviews and documentation, data analysis techniques use triangulation to obtain the validity of the data, while the data analysis used in the research is reduction, display and verification.

Social interaction skills are very necessary in the surrounding environment because social interaction influences many things, one of which is individual behavior. If the individual has good social interaction skills then adaptation to the environment and behavior will be good. The phenomenon that occurs in many schools is that students with poor social interaction skills influence their behavior, where bullying behavior occurs. This research aims to determine the relationship between social interaction skills and bullying behavior of students at SMP N 40 Batam City. This research method is correlational with a sample size of 201 respondents. The research results showed that the average of students who experienced social interaction skills was in the good range, namely 101 respondents (50.2%) and bullying behavior was also found in the high category, namely 104 respondents (51.7%). The results of this research using chi square test analysis showed that there was a relationship between students' social interaction abilities and bullying behavior in students at SMP N 40 Batam City. The conclusion is that there is a relationship between social interaction skills and bullying behavior in students at SMP N 40 Batam City in 2023. Suggestions for students to further improve their social interaction skills, especially in the environment to avoid bullying behavior because if bullying behavior occurs, students will experience difficulties in interacting with each other. each other.

In Indonesian education system, junior high schools have an important role in the growth and development of students who are in the teenage age range. Therefore, a community service program was carried out, Solar Hydroponic Training as a Learning Media for Muhammadiyah 5 Karanggeneng Middle School Students. This activity aims to train students at SMP Muhammadiyah 5 Karanggeneng in optimally utilizing the school environment's natural resources by managing solar powered hydroponic plantations, which in the process can become an effective student learning medium to increase students' insight and skills. This training was carried out for 4 months with various training methods which included counseling, demonstrations and direct practice carried out during the implementation process which included the socialization stage, seeding training, system installation and transplanting, cultivation assistance, harvest & post-harvest assistance and evaluation. The target of this activity is all students of SMP Muhammadiyah 5 Karanggeneng, totaling 42 students with the assistance of 2 teachers. During implementation, this program has achieved all the specified targets, including the establishment of a hydroponic green area that can be managed by students, which in the process has increased students' knowledge about hydroponic concepts and renewable technology, this is supported by the results of direct evaluations with teachers. companion along with the results of a comparison of post test and pretest scores which were quite significant.

This article is entitled "Observation of PPKn Learning Methods at SMP Negeri 35 Medan". This article aims to find out the difficulties or problems faced by teachers in PPKn learning at SMP Negeri 35 Medan and look for methods or strategies that can be used to overcome these problems. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, literature study and documentation. Difficulties faced by teachers in learning include lack of facilities, differences in student backgrounds, lack of student interest and motivation, as well as lack of parental guidance and lack of economic support for students' families. Solutions implemented by teachers include a closer approach, special attention, additional lesson hours, and home tutoring. This article also provides suggestions for improvement and further research.  

This research was conducted with the aim of finding out the teaching style of Civics Teachers at SMP N 35 Medan and to find out what facilities the teacher uses when teaching in class.This research method is to use a descriptive qualitative method using a field study approach. The results of this research show that the PPKn teachers at the school use an interactional teaching style and the learning facilities used are quite simple, such as the use of blackboards, study tables and PPKn package books.The conclusion is that the teacher has taught according to the RPP that has been prepared and he teaches well and with quality.

This research aims to determine short story writing skills based on Webtoon of class VII UPTD students at SMP Negeri 6 Pematang Siantar. The type of research used is quantitative research. The purpose of this research is to see the influence of Webtoon on short story writing skills. The target of this research was class VII students of UPTD SMP Negeri 6 Pematang Siantar. The method used is quantitative One group Design with pretest Posttest. The results of this research indicate that there is a significant influence of the use of Webtoon on the short story writing skills of class VII students at SMP Negeri 6 Pematang Siantar. This is proven by the results of the tcount of 18.10 which is greater than the ttable of 1.670. So the alternative hypothesis is accepted, where there is an influence of using Webtoon on the writing skills of class VII UPTD students at SMP Negeri 6 Pematang Siantar.

This research aims to determine the analysis of language use in the speech texts of Class IX students at SMP Negeri 6 Pematang Siantar. The type of research used is qualitative research. The target of this research was class IX students at SMP Negeri 6 Pematang Siantar. The research location is at SMP Negeri 6 Pematang Siantar. Data collection techniques are observation techniques, documentation techniques, and interview techniques. The instrument in this research is a written test. The data in the research were analyzed using qualitative descriptive methods, namely the words obtained were interpreted by data reduction and data presentation. From the results of the analysis of speech texts with a total of 30 students in the aspect of spelling writing, 12 students writing punctuation, 21 students writing grammar, and 15 students writing vocabulary/terms. And the results of interviews conducted in research with 30 students at SMP Negeri 6 Pematang Siantar, there are still many students who have difficulty writing speech texts using standard language. There were 10 (33%) students who understood the use of standard language in writing speech texts, and there were 20 (67%) students who had difficulty in writing speech texts using standard language.

This article explains the numeracy literacy abilities of junior high school students in solving word problems in algebraic operations material. This research was conducted at SMP Negeri 1 Siantar with a total of 32 students. Data was obtained through numeracy literacy skills tests and interview results, then the data was analyzed using descriptive study quality. The research results show that the ability of students with the highest scores can fulfill two to three indicators, while students with low numeracy literacy skills test scores only fulfill one indicator test. Failure to fulfill indicators is caused by student errors, including: 1) Not writing down the data information that is known and being asked, 2) Making mistakes in solving problems, 3) Making mistakes in calculating, and 4) Not writing conclusions on the questions obtained from the answers.

This research is entitled "Observation of Civics Learning Methods at SMP Negeri 35 Medan". This research was carried out with the aim of finding out how and what methods, strategies and innovations can be used to overcome problems in conducting Civics Learning as well as examining the problems faced by teachers in SMP 35 Medan in conducting PPKn learning. This research is useful as a developer of scientific insight regarding teaching and learning strategies implemented by citizenship education teachers at SMP Negeri 35 Medan Jl. William Iskandar New Memories, District. Percut Sei Tuan, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra.  

Education plays a central role in community development and the enhancement of human resources. In the rapidly evolving digital era, information and communication technology has significantly transformed the education landscape. Technology has become an integral part of the teaching and learning process in schools, bringing both challenges and significant opportunities. Particularly at the Junior High School (SMP) level, subjects like Mathematics, Natural Sciences (IPA), Physics, and Chemistry play a central role in shaping students' foundational knowledge. However, students often have varying levels of understanding and different learning styles. This poses a challenge for teachers trying to meet the diverse learning needs of their students. The use of the same linear teaching methods for all students is often ineffective in such a context. In this research, we employed a literature review methodology. This approach helps summarize and synthesize existing knowledge on the role of technology in enhancing student motivation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. By analyzing trends, findings, and patterns emerging from related literature, we can establish a strong knowledge base for this research. The adaptive learning approach, leveraging technology, has emerged as an intriguing solution. This approach allows for real-time analysis of student learning data and the adjustment of content, material, or teaching methods to suit individual needs. The research highlights the primary benefits of adaptive learning, such as personalized content adjustment, enhanced student motivation, more efficient monitoring and evaluation, and time savings in achieving better understanding. However, the research also acknowledges several challenges, including uneven technology infrastructure, the need for teacher training, and student data protection. Nevertheless, this research emphasizes the importance of adaptive learning in the context of STEM education at the SMP level in the digital era, while recognizing the need for further research to explore the potential of technology in enhancing the quality of education at this level.