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This community service was carried out on students of the Bina Profesi Pekanbaru Vocational High School, Riau Province. This activity was carried out on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 with the theme of Training to improve creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Bina Profesi Pekanbaru Vocational High School students. The purpose of this service is to increase creativity and entrepreneurial spirit for Bina Profesi Pekanbaru Vocational High School students as capital for students in facing challenges in the world of work and business. Vocational high school students will be better prepared to compete and create their own business opportunities. With creativity and enthusiasm, vocational high school students will become not only ready-to-use workers but also innovative and independent prospective entrepreneurs. The method of implementing this service is carried out in two ways, namely the lecture method and practice. The results of this community service activity are expected to increase the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Bina Profesi Pekanbaru Vocational High School students.

This research was motivated by the researcher's interest in the efforts made by PAI teachers to develop students' critical thinking abilities so that students become more active in the learning process. This research uses qualitative methods with a type of field study (field research) through a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection techniques use observation, interviews and documentation. The analysis was carried out according to experts, namely Milles and Hubberm, through data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions and researchers used triagulation as a form of checking the validity of the data obtained. The results of the research show that the critical thinking abilities of class VIII students at SMPN 40 Takengon are good, this can be seen when students are active in asking questions and fulfill the indicator criteria contained in critical thinking. Efforts made by PAI teachers to develop students' critical thinking skills include teachers asking students stimulating questions through a random system, secondly giving opportunities to students, thirdly using group/collaboration methods. Supporting factors for PAI teachers in developing critical thinking skills are cellphones, training/workshops, and teacher creativity. The inhibiting factors include limited time, different student abilities, creating a conducive atmosphere, and limited facilities and infrastructure.  

Handicrafts have become an integral part of Indonesian society as a form of livelihood that also has artistic value with selling prices that vary depending on the level of difficulty. There are many types of handicrafts, such as those made from woven bamboo, ceramics, used materials, beads and leather. The development of fashion in the current era is very rapid. One of them is beads. Beads are small decorative objects that have various profitable business opportunities. The discovery of beads was part of the Indonesian cultural revolution because of their important function and quality so they are still produced and used from the past until now. The aim of this service is to improve the quality of human resources and increase the existence of MSMEs through bead craft training, namely making cellphone straps, bracelets and key chains. The methods used are coordination, training, mentoring, follow-up planning and reflection. The process of implementing this work program is gradual, continuous and ongoing. The results of the bead craft training activities had a positive impact in that all residents who regularly took part in the training succeeded in practicing it independently, so that creativity and innovation in producing contemporary products could be realized. The results of the interviews at the reflection stage showed that all participants who initially could not make bead crafts, after going through training were 100% able to make the bead products they were interested in. So this bead craft training is highly recommended as an increase in creativity.

This research was designed with the aim of examining in depth the motivation in increasing the teaching creativity of tutors at the ASIEQ Educare tutoring institution. This research used qualitative methods with a descriptive research model by describing objects as they are. The research results show that motivation in increasing the teaching creativity of tutors at the ASIEQ Educare tutoring institution can be said to be good. This can be seen from the system created by the institution so that it can bring out the enthusiasm or intrinsic motivation and extrinsic motivation that tutors have in teaching so that the tutor's creativity in teaching also increases. Apart from that, the model used by the ASIEQ Educare tutoring institution in motivating its tutors is to use a human resources model which focuses on providing feedback not only obtained through material but also immaterial things and meaningfulness in teaching as well as supporting motivation which can increase the teaching creativity of tutors in ASIEQ Educare tutoring agency. The strategies used by the ASIEQ Educare tutoring institution include; a) get to know all members of the ASIEQ Educare family well, b) assign tutors according to their respective interests and abilities, c) all members of the ASIEQ Educare family are considered work friends, d) activate regular discussions in order to carry out self-development with each other in the learning process.

Wood Craft is the art or skill in making an item that has a decorative function, Wood carving is an art that requires technical skills, also involves creativity in design and execution in its creation using wood as the main medium, in its creation the author made this work for wall decorations based on Traditional Karo Ornaments. The choice of Karo Ornaments in this work is because the author sees many types and uniqueness in their forms and in an effort to preserve Karo culture, especially in traditional ornaments. In the process the author uses carving techniques including recapan, buledan, krawinga, and krawengan. These techniques help the author in creating varied works. The stages of creation in this work the author uses the method proposed by S.P Gustami. The stages of the process of creating a work of art from this method are: 1. Exploration Stage 2. Design Stage 3. Realization Stage. The process of creating this work begins with making a design, transferring the design to wood media, carving wood according to the design pattern, sanding/smoothing the wood, and finishing with a layer of varnish. The result of this creation is 12 different sized craft works made of wood media for wall decorations based on Karo ornaments with carving techniques

Philosophy of science has an important role in the preparation of scientific work, especially in management science, by providing a conceptual framework that integrates aspects of ontology, epistemology and axiology. This research discusses the application of the philosophy of science in the entire research process, starting from problem formulation, developing a theoretical framework, to presenting findings. The philosophy of science approach allows the selection of relevant research paradigms and valid methods to produce applicable and ethical solutions. In addition, philosophy of science contributes to the development of new paradigms, strengthening research ethics, and increasing creativity in scientific research. By using a literature review approach, this research provides insight into how the philosophy of science supports the development of management science through knowledge validation and systematic methodological testing

Digital art communities on the internet connect artists, creators, and art enthusiasts globally to share and discuss digital artworks. Through platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Discord, and Pinterest, artists can showcase their work to an international audience, strengthening social connections and supporting mental health. Art, including digital art, helps teenagers express themselves, communicate, and grow emotionally and socially. Additionally, technology in art therapy creates enjoyable experiences that foster creativity. This study uses systematic literature review (SLR) to gather relevant evidence, but research on the use of digital media in art therapy for teenagers with diverse issues is still limited, requiring further exploration. The study also highlights global interest in the relationship between art, technology, and adolescent development, emphasizing the great potential of art and technology in improving social and emotional well-being.

This research aims to analyze the application of decorative principles in drawing the Mandailing gorga by class VII students at Nurul Ilmi Private Middle School. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques form of experimentation, observation and documentation. The research results show that students understanding of the principles decoration, such as composition, motifs, stylization and media is still relatively low. This is caused by a lack of time allocated for arts and culture lessons and a lack students understanding of the local gorga Mandailing. The work produced by students does not fully reflect the optimal application of decorative principles, both from a technical and aesthetic perspective. This research concludes that learning fine arts based on local wisdom requires a more focused approach, adequate time, and more innovative methods to increase students' understanding and creativity in creating art.

In the business world, it is difficult to remain innovative and competitive in today's digital era. The aim of this research is to see how digital innovation can encourage employees to increase company efficiency and productivity. This research collects and analyzes various sources about the relationship between employee empowerment and digital innovation. The research results show that digital innovations, such as communication tools and collaboration platforms, increase employee creativity, collaboration and participation. Additionally, technology-based training improves performance and helps employees adapt. To gain a competitive advantage in the market, companies must implement employee empowerment and digital innovation strategies. These results provide important knowledge about human resource management on how to create an empowering and innovative work environment