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Modern education has undergone significant transformation with the integration of technology into learning. Technology plays a crucial role in enhancing motivation, creativity, and learning effectiveness through interactive media, digital applications, and online platforms. This review employs a literature study method to analyze the impact of technology on learning processes. The analysis reveals that technology facilitates access to information, increases student engagement, and enriches teaching strategies. However, challenges such as technological access gaps in remote areas, limited teacher competencies, and potential negative impacts like internet addiction and reduced communication skills persist. Hence, strategic approaches, including teacher training and infrastructure development, are needed. This study highlights the importance of wise implementation of technology to support inclusive and sustainable education.

The Nearpod Implementation Training, attended by ten students from the Indonesian Language Education Study Program was conducted, with the aim of enhancing student engagement in learning and preparing gen-z pre-service teachers to become interactive and innovative educators. this activity was designed based on students’ needs for improved digital literacy and pedagogical competence in designing technology-integrated learning. the method included need identification, in-person training, demonstration of Nearpod features, and hands-on practice in creating interactive learning content. The training evaluation used three instruments: a training evaluation questionnaire, field notes, and a participant assessment rubric. the results revealed significant improvements in five key areas: technological proficiency, student engagement strategies, confidence in digital teaching, creativity, and peer collaboration. Participants with diverse technological backgrounds were able to show meaningful progress due to the inclusive and interactive training approach. these findings emphasize the importance of strengthening pre-service teachers’ competencies through participatory digital tools like Nearpod to address the challenges of 21st century learning.

This study aims to improve students' creativity through the application of project-based learning models (PjBL) with modern puppet media in fine arts subjects at the Senior High School (SMA) level. The background of this study is based on the low creativity of students due to the conventional approach to fine arts learning and the lack of integration of media and technology in learning. The study was conducted as Classroom Action Research (CAR) with a descriptive qualitative approach implemented in class XI of SMA Negeri 46 Jakarta. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation, interviews, documentation, learning outcome tests, and questionnaires. The results of the study showed that the application of project-based learning models with modern puppet media significantly increased teacher and student activity in the learning process, improved learning outcomes, and received positive responses from students. Modern puppets have proven to be an effective medium in stimulating imagination, strengthening local cultural values, and building student character. This study recommends the use of creatively modified traditional media as an educational tool in developing student creativity in the era of the independent curriculum. The results of the study showed that the application of project-based learning models with modern puppet media significantly increase teacher and student activities in the learning process, improve learning outcomes, and receive positive responses from students. Modern puppets have proven to be an effective medium in stimulating imagination, strengthening local cultural values, and building student character. This study recommends the use of creatively modified

This study aims to describe the use of visual media in the microteaching learning process. The main focus of the research is to understand how visual media is utilized in student teaching practice and its impact on their teaching skills. This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. The research subjects are education students who are currently enrolled in a microteaching course. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that the use of visual media in microteaching enhances the clarity of material delivery, attracts the attention of simulated students, and assists students in developing more structured learning strategies. Visual media also encourages students’ creativity in designing engaging and communicative learning activities. Therefore, the use of visual media in microteaching contributes positively to improving the pedagogical competence of prospective teachers.

Dance education has a strategic role in shaping students' character and developing their creativity and discipline potential from an early age. Amidst the challenges of modern education that tend to emphasize cognitive aspects, arts education is often marginalized, even though art, especially dance, has a major contribution to the formation of personality and the development of students' creative thinking skills and responsible attitudes. The purpose of this study is to analyze the role of dance education in fostering creativity and discipline in elementary school students. This study uses a qualitative approach with a library research method, with data sources coming from books, accredited journal articles, and relevant previous research results. Data analysis was carried out using Miles and Huberman's interactive techniques which include data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that dance activities provide a wide space for students to express their ideas and feelings creatively through movement, as well as forming a disciplined attitude through routine practice, group work, and regularity in the performance process. In addition, dance education also contributes to strengthening students' cultural identity and social-emotional abilities. In conclusion, dance arts education plays a significant role in fostering students' creativity and discipline, although it still faces various obstacles such as limited teachers, facilities, and lack of attention to art in the school curriculum.

The 21st century has brought significant challenges and transformations to the world of education, demanding a curriculum that integrates critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication skills (4C), as well as digital literacy and ethical responsibility. This study aims to explore a contextual curriculum design for Christian Religious Education (PAK) that is relevant to the holistic development of students in today's era. Using a qualitative descriptive method based on literature review, the research analyzes theoretical concepts and previous studies related to contextual and character-based Christian education. The findings show that a transformative and contextual PAK curriculum must address not only the cognitive dimension but also affective and psychomotor aspects, rooted in real-life experiences and local cultural contexts. The role of teachers as facilitators, curriculum designers, and role models is central to effective implementation. This study provides implications for curriculum development policies, teacher training, and further research in applied classroom settings.

Student learning evaluation is a crucial aspect of measuring the level of understanding and achievement of competencies. Traditional assessments are often limited to quantitative scores, such as exams and assignments, which do not consider other aspects like creativity and deep comprehension. This study aims to develop and implement a Fuzzy Sugeno-based evaluation system for the Interactive Media Design course at the Vocational High School (SMK) level. This method integrates various factors, such as assignment and exam scores, using Fuzzy rules to produce a more comprehensive assessment.The research was conducted using MATLAB software for simulating and implementing the Fuzzy Inference System (FIS). The results demonstrated that the method is effective in providing recommendations and assisting teachers in categorizing student scores. Data analysis revealed that the majority of final student scores fall into the Highly Adequate category.The Fuzzy Sugeno method has proven to be flexible in handling uncertainties and offers a fair, transparent, and holistic solution for evaluations. Therefore, this method is recommended as a valuable tool to enhance the quality of student learning assessments in education.

Learning strategies are a series of instructional actions that teachers must carry out in order for learning objectives to be achieved efficiently. The learning strategies used in the choir extracurricular activities at SMP Negeri 4 Sewon include direct learning strategies, indirect learning strategies, and inquiry-based learning strategies, using demonstration, imitation, and drill methods . This research uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. The object of the research is the learning strategies employed in choir extracurricular activities, with the research subjects being the extracurricular teachers and students. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, documentation, and literature study. Data validation is carried out using source triangulation and technique triangulation. Data analysis is conducted through data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and data verification. The results of the study show that the implementation of learning strategies in the choir extracurricular activities at SMP Negeri 4 Sewon uses demonstration, imitation, and drill methods in a structured and effective manner. These methods are combined with direct, indirect, and inquiry-based learning strategies to enhance students' vocal skills and creativity. The impact of implementing these strategies is an improvement in singing ability, the development of self-confidence, creativity, and independence, as well as increased student motivation to actively participate in choir activities. The teacher acts as a facilitator who creates a space for independent and collaborative learning, making the learning process more enjoyable. This activity not only develops musical skills but also builds students' confidence and professionalism in various performance opportunities. With regular practice schedules and relevant song material, this extracurricular activity makes a positive contribution to the development of students' talents and character at school.

This research aims to: 1) Find out how the teacher's strategy in classroom management in learning moral beliefs at MTs of the al istiqomah karya education foundation for Kebumen regency. 2) To find out how the Role of Teacher Creativity in Improving Classroom Management in Moral Faith Learning at MTs of the Al Istiqomah Karya Guna Education Foundation, Kebumen Regency. 3) To find out the supporting and inhibiting factors of Teacher Creativity in Classroom Management in Moral Faith Learning at MTs of the Al Istiqomah Karya Education Foundation in Kebumen Regency. This research uses a qualitative approach where the type of research is field research. The data collection technique uses observation, interview, and documentation methods related to the role of teacher creativity in improving classroom management in learning moral beliefs. The analysis techniques used are data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawn. The results of the study showed that: 1) Teachers' strategies in classroom management in learning moral beliefs at MTs Al Istiqomah Karya Guna Education Foundation, Kebumen Regency. This includes setting up students' sitting positions every week, forming discussion groups, using learning media such as laptops and projectors, and providing constructive feedback. In addition, there are positive habits such as reading Asmaul Husna before learning begins to create a conducive classroom atmosphere. 2) The role of teacher creativity in improving classroom management in learning moral beliefs at MTs Al Istiqomah Karya Guna Education Foundation, Kebumen Regency. Teachers apply several approaches, such as taking turns seating each week, forming discussion groups, using learning media such as laptops and projectors, and providing constructive feedback. In addition, the habit of reading Asmaul Husna before the lesson starts is also carried out to foster discipline and a religious atmosphere in the classroom. Madrasah heads fully support this strategy by providing training for teachers, including training in the use of digital platforms and learning applications. 3) Supporting and Inhibiting Factors for Teacher Creativity in Classroom Management in Learning Moral Beliefs at MTs Al Istiqomah Karya Guna Education Foundation, Kebumen Regency. 1) Inhibiting factors from teachers. Heavy workloads such as teaching followed by extra-curricular teaching, superior classes or competition classes and other tasks at school that must be completed. 2) Student factors. a) Varying levels of student participation are sometimes an obstacle. Not all students are actively interacting, so it was difficult for me to create a dynamic and creative classroom atmosphere. This makes me have to continue to look for ways to make students more motivated and involved in the learning process. b) Students are difficult to manage or not communicative in the teaching and learning process.

This music training with rhythm pattern material aims to improve the competence of kindergarten teachers in integrating creative and fun music learning in the early childhood education environment. The training activity was carried out at the FKIP Kindergarten, Syiah Kuala University and involved 15 teachers as participants. The training method includes initial observation, pre-test, and a series of learning stages ranging from the introduction of rhythm and tempo, rhythm composition, to joint exercises using alternative media such as used goods as musical instruments. The results of the training showed a significant increase in teachers' understanding of rhythm concepts, creativity in creating rhythm patterns, and the ability to utilize simple media as musical instruments. This training proves that with creativity and the right approach, the limitations of musical instruments are not an obstacle to organizing effective music learning in kindergarten.

This study analyzes the perceptions of ninth-grade students at SMP Negeri 236 Jakarta regarding the use of smartphones as a learning medium in the 21st-century era, where digital technology advancements have transformed the educational landscape and made smartphones a relevant tool for learning. The research aims to identify student perceptions and the obstacles they face. Employing a quantitative descriptive method with questionnaires and interviews involving 139 respondents, findings reveal positive perceptions across cognitive (especially creativity), affective (comfort), and conative (active engagement) aspects. However, challenges such as rapid battery drain, internet data consumption, notification distractions, and misunderstandings with teachers persist. The implications of this research emphasize the need for regulations, guidance, and solutions to support responsible and effective smartphone use in learning.

In the teaching and learning process, teachers have the task of encouraging guiding and providing learning facilities for students to achieve their goals. On of the factors that influences interest in learning is teacher creativity. This study aims to determine teacher Creativity in improving learning at SDK MBOMBA This study takes a qualitative approach. One of the Teachers creative abilities in learning is creating aids in the form of family cards. The descriptive nature of this study makes teacher creativity very involved. Data collection in this study includes observation, documentation studies and analysis. The results of this study indicate that there are four key components in the development of this qualitative study related to teacher creativity in improving the quality of SDK MBOMBA learning, such as teacher creativity in understanding learning materials that will be taught creativity in managing the classroom environment, creativity in using various learning methods and teacher creativity in use of learning media.

The low interest and engagement of lower-grade primary school students in literature serve as an important introduction to this study. The aim of this Community Service Program (PKM) was to enhance children’s literary abilities through the use of three innovative media: word cards, short story videos, and descriptive texts. The study employed an experimental method with a pretest–posttest control group design and a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach based on Kemmis & McTaggart (1988), carried out among grades I–III students at SD Katolik Roworeke 2, Ende (approximately 25–30 students per class). Results showed a statistically significant improvement in the experimental group compared to the control group, especially in literary element comprehension and literary appreciation. Word cards enriched vocabulary, story videos increased visual appeal and understanding, while descriptive texts trained literacy and imagination skills. The interactive and contextual learning process proved effective in fostering reading interest, teacher creativity, and students’ literacy enthusiasm. In conclusion, this method is recommended for adoption by Indonesian Language and Literature teachers in lower grades. Future research should expand sample size, include diverse literary works, and explore supporting factors influencing method effectiveness.

The low interest and engagement of lower-grade primary school students in literature serve as an important introduction to this study. The aim of this Community Service Program (PKM) was to enhance children’s literary abilities through the use of three innovative media: word cards, short story videos, and descriptive texts. The study employed an experimental method with a pretest–posttest control group design and a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach based on Kemmis & McTaggart (1988), carried out among grades I–III students at SD Katolik Roworeke 2, Ende (approximately 25–30 students per class). Results showed a statistically significant improvement in the experimental group compared to the control group, especially in literary element comprehension and literary appreciation. Word cards enriched vocabulary, story videos increased visual appeal and understanding, while descriptive texts trained literacy and imagination skills. The interactive and contextual learning process proved effective in fostering reading interest, teacher creativity, and students’ literacy enthusiasm. In conclusion, this method is recommended for adoption by Indonesian Language and Literature teachers in lower grades. Future research should expand sample size, include diverse literary works, and explore supporting factors influencing method effectiveness.

This study examines the teacher's efforts in fostering learning motivation in students with disabilities at SLB Samudra Terra Athena. This research uses a qualitative approach with descriptive methods, with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documentation during the research. The results showed that the strategies used by teachers in fostering learning motivation of students with intellectual disabilities include an individualized approach, the use of customized learning media, providing positive reinforcement, and building emotional closeness with students. These strategies are proven to increase students' engagement and interest in learning. This finding confirms the importance of teacher creativity in creating personalized and empathic learning approaches in special education.

This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach to investigate how social media use impacts students’ understanding of social and cultural concept at SDN Sumingkir 02. The research subject are students in grades V and VI who actively use social media. To collect data, observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation were used. According to the research findings, various aspects of students lives are influenced by social media including learning behavior, social interactions, and communication patterns. Student interact more digitally than face to face, which can recude the quality of social relationships and increase risks such as anxiety, stress, and cyberbullying. Social media has positive benevits, such as increasing creativity and cultural knowledge, but excessive use without supervision can interfere with the development of students character and mental health. Therefore, parents and teachers must play an active role in guiding their students and improving their digital literacy.

This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach to investigate how social media use impacts students’ understanding of social and cultural concept at SDN Sumingkir 02. The research subject are students in grades V and VI who actively use social media. To collect data, observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation were used. According to the research findings, various aspects of students lives are influenced by social media including learning behavior, social interactions, and communication patterns. Student interact more digitally than face to face, which can recude the quality of social relationships and increase risks such as anxiety, stress, and cyberbullying. Social media has positive benevits, such as increasing creativity and cultural knowledge, but excessive use without supervision can interfere with the development of students character and mental health. Therefore, parents and teachers must play an active role in guiding their students and improving their digital literacy.

This study explores the methods applied by teachers in teaching dance to early childhood children at RA Aisyiyah and its influence on their development. Dance learning does not only focus on motor skills, but also includes children's cognitive, emotional, and social growth. By implementing methods such as demonstration, imitation, imaginative play, and free exploration, teachers at RA Aisyiyah can foster creativity, discipline, and collaboration in children. This study applies a descriptive qualitative approach that takes data from observations and literature reviews. The findings show that the role of teachers is crucial as creative developers in the dance learning process, by adapting methods according to the challenges that arise, such as the child's level of focus, limited space, and variations in interests. This article highlights the importance of a combination of flexible learning methods to optimize the potential of early childhood in the fields of art and character education.

This research explores the implementation of dance and movement learning in early childhood education at TK Al-Jama’iyah. The study aims to examine the strategies used by teachers, children's participation, and the impact of the activities on child development. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through classroom observation, teacher interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that the learning process emphasizes play-based approaches, utilizing songs, storytelling, movement props, and free expression. Teachers facilitated learning with patience and responsiveness, encouraging participation without coercion. The children actively engaged in the activities, showing increased confidence, creativity, and motor coordination. The study concludes that movement-based dance learning supports holistic development in early childhood and highlights the role of the teacher as a facilitator. This approach can serve as a model for similar institutions seeking to integrate arts-based education in a meaningful and developmentally appropriate way.  

This research aims to examine the impact of dance movement art learning on the development of creativity, motor skills, and social-emotional wellbeing in preschool children (ages 4-6). The study employs a descriptive qualitative method with a subject group of 28 children from TK Harapan Bunda, Jakarta. Data was collected through participatory observation, interviews with teachers and parents, and documentation of the learning process over 6 months. The findings indicate that the implementation of dance movement art learning with a thematic approach and free movement exploration can: (1) enhance children's expressive ability and creativity in creating movement variations, (2) significantly develop both gross and fine motor skills, (3) improve teamwork skills and social spatial awareness, and (4) help children express emotions constructively. This research recommends the importance of integrating dance movement art into the early childhood education curriculum with an approach that emphasizes freedom of expression and creative exploration.