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Gross motor development is an important aspect of an infant’s growth. Infants aged 6–12 months are in a golden period where physical stimulation plays a vital role in supporting coordination, balance, and muscle strength. Hydrotherapy provides an experience of free movement in water with light resistance, which can strengthen muscles and improve body control. This study aimed to determine the effect of hydrotherapy on the gross motor development of infants aged 6–12 months at Posyandu Dahlia, Palembang City. This research used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest control group involving 30 infants (15 intervention and 15 control). The intervention was conducted twice a week for four weeks in water with temperatures of 36–37°C. The Denver II instrument was used for assessment. Data were analyzed using paired t-tests and independent t-tests with a significance level of 0.05The average gross motor development score increased significantly in the intervention group from 45.2 to 60.4 (p = 0.001), while the control group showed no significant change (p = 0.094). Hydrotherapy has a significant effect on improving the gross motor development of infants aged 6–12 months. Health workers are encouraged to use this therapy as an alternative stimulation for early childhood development in community health centers.

The advancement of information technology has transformed consumption patterns, including shopping activities that have increasingly shifted to digital platforms or e-commerce. Bukalapak, as one of the early players in this industry, is currently facing challenges in the form of declining market share and user complaints related to digital service quality (e-service quality). This research aims to analyze the effect of electronic service quality on consumer loyalty (e-loyalty), with electronic satisfaction (e-satisfaction) as a mediating variable among Bukalapak users in Denpasar City. The sampling technique employed a non-probability sampling method with a purposive sampling approach, and the number of samples was determined based on the number of indicators used. The research findings indicate that electronic service quality has a positive and significant effect on both user satisfaction and user loyalty. Electronic satisfaction is also proven to significantly affect user loyalty and serves as a partial mediator in the relationship between service quality and loyalty. These findings affirm that improving the quality of digital services can enhance customer satisfaction and ultimately build loyalty toward the Bukalapak platform

This study aims to analyze the influence of work discipline and organizational culture on employee job satisfaction at PT. Kelola Jasa Artha Semarang, with work motivation as a mediating variable. Work discipline and organizational culture are considered important factors influencing employee motivation and job satisfaction. This study used a quantitative approach with a survey method involving 105 respondents working at PT. Kelola Jasa Artha Semarang. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using multiple linear regression and path analysis to examine the relationships between variables. The results indicate that work discipline has a positive and significant effect on work motivation, organizational culture has a positive effect on work motivation, and work motivation has a significant effect on job satisfaction. Furthermore, work motivation has been shown to mediate the influence of work discipline and organizational culture on employee job satisfaction. Therefore, improving work discipline and a supportive organizational culture can increase work motivation, which ultimately leads to increased employee job satisfaction within the company.

This study was motivated by the need for madrasahs to adapt to technological developments, particularly in document management, which was previously done manually. The purpose of this study was to describe the role of administration in digital archive management at MTsN 3 Jember, identify the obstacles that arose, and explain the efforts made to overcome these obstacles. The research used a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection through interviews, observation, and documentation. The results showed that administration played an important role as the main manager of digital documents through the use of applications such as SIMPEG, TTE, and SAKTI, as well as the use of cloud-based storage to maintain the security and ease of access to archives. The obstacles faced include the limited digital capabilities of employees, technical disruptions to applications, and suboptimal technological infrastructure. However, various efforts have been made, including performing regular backups, improving the organization of digital documents, and enhancing staff capabilities through independent learning. This study confirms that the success of digital archive management requires synergy between human resource readiness, technological support, and managerial policies that support the transformation of madrasah administration.

This study examines the differences between Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and large corporations in utilizing e-commerce platforms for digital promotion, particularly through collaborations with influencers. The rapid development of digital technology has reshaped business competition and created unequal access to market opportunities, where corporations benefit from strong financial capacity, formal contractual structures, and comprehensive legal compliance, while MSMEs often struggle with limited resources, inconsistent product legality, and informal promotional arrangements. This research aims to analyze comparative practices in digital promotion between the two business scales and evaluate how regulatory frameworks support digital fairness for MSMEs within Indonesia’s e-commerce ecosystem. Using a qualitative method that combines literature review and in-depth interviews with three influencers, the study reveals significant distinctions in collaboration patterns, compensation systems, marketing flexibility, and legal assurance. The findings indicate that MSMEs exhibit higher adaptability and openness toward emerging creators, whereas corporations demonstrate stronger professionalism but lower responsiveness due to bureaucratic structures. The research further highlights persistent digital inequality shaped by differences in legal awareness, operational capacity, and marketing strategy. These findings imply the importance of enhancing MSME digital literacy, strengthening contractual governance, and improving regulatory responsiveness to ensure equitable participation in the digital market. Strengthening cooperative efforts between government, digital platforms, and influencer communities is essential for building a fairer and more inclusive e-commerce environment.

Changes in the lifestyles of the younger generation in Padang City have significantly contributed to the growth of the culinary and entertainment sectors, especially in services for birthday celebrations and small banquets presented in aesthetic and personalized packages. In this highly competitive culinary business, a strong branding strategy is essential for building a recognizable brand image and attracting consumers. Improving product quality and quantity, diversifying offerings, and providing a wide variety of products are critical for creating added value and expanding market share. Equally important, effective promotion enables companies to communicate with consumers, influence purchasing decisions, and strengthen brand loyalty. The general equilibrium concept offers a framework to understand how interconnected markets respond to changes in supply, demand, and consumer preferences, highlighting the need for businesses to continuously evaluate and adapt their strategies. This study emphasizes that success in Padang City’s bakery and culinary service industry depends on the integration of branding strategies, ongoing product development, and targeted promotional efforts, ensuring competitiveness, customer satisfaction, and sustainable business growth.

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play a vital role in Indonesia's economic development. However, many MSMEs still face challenges in managing financial records and adapting to digital marketing, including the Cilor Maklor MSME in Argomulyo Village. The Cilor Maklor MSME in this location is one of the micro-enterprises that requires capacity building in both aspects. The main objective of this community service is to assist the Cilor Maklor MSME in understanding and implementing simple financial record-keeping methods and in improving its marketing capabilities through digital marketing, so that the MSME can adapt to current developments and expand its market reach. The method used in this activity includes three stages, namely: 1) MSME Survey, 2) Training and Mentoring, and 3) Evaluation. The results of the community service show an increase in MSMEs' knowledge, understanding, and skills in recording simple financial reports and in marketing products through digital platforms. In addition, this community service activity also has a positive impact on business capacity development and the sustainability of MSMEs.

This study examines the influence of transparency and accountability on the performance of public service delivery in Pakpak Bharat Regency. Using a quantitative research design, data were collected through questionnaires administered to residents who accessed public services provided by local government institutions. The data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling with Partial Least Squares (SEM‑PLS) to evaluate the relationships among the studied variables. The findings reveal that both transparency and accountability have a significant positive effect on public service performance, with transparency demonstrating a stronger influence compared to accountability. These results indicate that improving openness in governmental decision‑making processes and strengthening accountability mechanisms in the execution of public duties are essential strategies for enhancing service quality. The study provides practical implications for local governments, emphasizing the need to formulate policies that promote transparent governance and reinforce accountability structures to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of public service delivery. Overall, this research contributes to the growing body of literature on public sector governance by highlighting the critical role of transparency and accountability in improving public service outcomes at the regional level.

This study aims to analyze the influence of service quality, product quality, price perception, and Word of Mouth on eyeglass purchasing decisions at Optik Anugerah Nganjuk. The background of this study is based on the increasing business competition in the optical sector and the increasing consumer awareness of the value, price, and quality of the products they consume. This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey method. The population in this study were all consumers of Optik Anugerah Nganjuk, with a sample of 88 respondents determined using a specific sampling technique. Data collection was carried out by distributing questionnaires compiled based on a Likert scale. The obtained data were analyzed using multiple linear regression methods to determine the influence of independent variables on the dependent variable. The results of the study indicate that partially service quality, price perception, and Word of Mouth have a significant effect on purchasing decisions, while product quality has no significant effect. However, simultaneously, all four independent variables have a significant effect on purchasing decisions. The findings of this study are expected to be strategic considerations for optical managers in improving service quality and the effectiveness of marketing strategies.

This study aims to explore and improve the quality of Social Studies (IPS) instruction at SD Negeri 04 Palembang by integrating interactive learning media and collaborative teaching strategies, especially in the “Map Layout” topic for fifth-grade students. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the researchers gathered data through document analysis, conversations with teachers and students, as well as direct observation of learning activities. The findings show that the use of visual learning tools, cooperative group work, and contextual tasks related to students’ everyday environments helps make Social Studies lessons more engaging and meaningful. Simple interactive materials such as illustrated school layouts were shown to increase students’ participation and strengthen their understanding of spatial concepts. Overall, the integration of interactive media with collaborative learning approaches contributes to a more dynamic classroom atmosphere, supports deeper conceptual comprehension, and enhances students’ motivation to learn. This approach demonstrates strong potential for improving IPS learning outcomes in elementary education.  

Discipline is a fundamental characteristic that supports student learning success. However, at the UPT SMPN 2 Galesong Selatan, high rates of lateness and irregular student behavior are still found, so an in-depth study of the school's role in fostering such discipline is needed. This study aims to understand school dynamics, identify supporting and inhibiting factors, and formulate effective strategies for improving disciplined behavior. Using qualitative methods and an interpretive phenomenological approach, data were obtained through interviews, 14 days of observation, and documentation review. Then, they were analyzed using the Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña model. The research findings indicate that coordination between the principal, vice principal for student affairs, guidance counselor, and student council president has a significant contribution to fostering student discipline. The micro-skills-based counseling program and the “Discipline Challenge” activity initiated by the student council have proven effective in increasing student compliance. The main obstacles that still arise include low parental involvement and increased teacher fatigue during the final lesson period. Based on these results, the study concluded that the implementation of teacher rotation on duty, the use of digital behavioral contracts, and strengthening the role of the Student Council (OSIS) are relevant and sustainable strategies in efforts to improve student discipline.

The implications of progressivism in learning serve as an essential foundation for building an educational process that fosters active, creative, adaptive, and innovative students in accordance with 21st-century competency demands. The progressive approach positions students at the center of the learning process through direct experience, deep exploration, collaboration, dialogue, experimentation, and problem-solving relevant to real-life contexts, ensuring that learning is not only focused on content mastery but also on the development of potential, character, independence, and higher-order thinking skills. This study employs a literature review method by examining primary and secondary sources on the principles of progressivism, active learning strategies, and their relation to the Merdeka Curriculum as a foundation for national educational transformation. The findings indicate that progressivism plays a significant role in shaping critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration, digital literacy, and initiative through the implementation of learning by doing, project-based learning, simulations, scientific experiments, reflective discussions, and technology integration that strengthens learner autonomy. This experience-based approach effectively supports students in constructing knowledge independently while enhancing confidence, responsibility, social awareness, and cooperative skills. However, its implementation still faces challenges such as passive learning culture, limited teacher competence in active methods, insufficient facilities, overloaded curriculum, psychosocial barriers, academic anxiety, and students’ low confidence in expressing opinions. These findings affirm that progressivism is highly relevant to educational reform in Indonesia; therefore, improving teacher competence, strengthening facilities, reinforcing policies, providing continuous support, and creating safe, democratic, inclusive, and supportive learning environments are essential to help students develop optimally as independent, creative, and innovative learners.

This study analyzes the influence of Digital Marketing Strategy and Brand Image on consumer purchasing decisions and tests the role of Brand Awareness as a moderating variable at Moringa Coffee and Eatery. Data collection was conducted using a Likert scale questionnaire and processed using SmartPLS 4.0 with a quantitative PLS method approach. The results show that Digital Marketing Strategy and Brand Image have a significant effect on purchasing decisions. However, Brand Awareness does not act as a moderating variable because it does not strengthen the relationship between the two on Purchase Decisions. These findings emphasize the importance of optimizing digital marketing strategies and strengthening brand image, as well as the need to increase brand awareness in order to support the effectiveness of marketing strategies. Furthermore, the study highlights that consumers tend to make purchasing decisions based on the perceived value and credibility presented through digital platforms, making consistent online engagement crucial. Improving brand awareness may require more targeted promotional activities, interactive content, and customer involvement to build a stronger emotional connection with the brand. Overall, these results provide valuable insights for managers aiming to enhance competitiveness and customer loyalty in the digital marketplace.

This article aims to analyze and compare the education systems in Saudi Arabia and Indonesia through a literature study approach. This study highlights similarities and differences in educational objectives, curriculum structure, education management, and the types and levels of education applied in the two countries. In addition, this article reviews the history of the development of education in Saudi Arabia, especially the central role of Islamic education in shaping national education orientation and policy. The analysis shows that Saudi Arabia has an education system that is heavily influenced by religious values and Islamic law, while Indonesia develops an education system based on Pancasila with a more pluralistic approach. However, both countries face similar challenges, such as improving the quality of teachers, equitable access to education, modernizing the curriculum, and adapting to technological developments and globalization. The findings of this study confirm that despite fundamental differences in educational ideologies and approaches, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia share a common commitment to improving the quality of human resources through strengthening the national education system. This article is expected to serve as a reference for comparative research on education in Muslim-majority countries.

This study investigates strategies for improving social rehabilitation services for people with physical disabilities through technology-based approaches and family involvement at UPT Social Rehabilitation Bina Laras Pasuruan, East Java. Employing a qualitative case study design, data were collected through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, observation, and documentation with rehabilitation staff, persons with disabilities, family members, and technology specialists. Findings reveal that integrating digital technologies—including mobile health applications, telemedicine platforms, and assistive devices—significantly enhances service accessibility and monitoring capabilities. Structured family involvement programs, encompassing psychoeducation sessions, home-based care training, and support groups, demonstrate substantial improvements in rehabilitation outcomes. Critical success factors include adequate technological infrastructure, staff digital literacy, family commitment, and inter-agency coordination. Challenges include the digital divide, resistance to technological adoption, and sustainability concerns. The research concludes that a hybrid model combining technology-enabled services with intensive family participation offers the most promising approach and recommends policy frameworks that institutionalise these innovations while ensuring equitable access across diverse beneficiary populations

The 17+8 demands voiced by the public reflect the accumulation of disillusionment with various government policies and violations committed, especially by the House of Representatives (DPR). Policies that are considered unfair and detrimental to the public trigger a strong push to carry out reforms that are more democratic and oriented towards the interests of the people. Various factors such as human rights violations, lack of transparency and accountability, economic inequality, and polemics related to official allowances are the main triggers for the birth of these demands. The demands of 17+8 not only contain burdens or criticisms, but also contain short-term and long-term goals that can be the basis for improving governance. This momentum should be seen as a strategic opportunity to strengthen democracy, improve state-citizen relations, and restore public trust. If these demands are taken seriously, the government has the potential to reduce the legitimacy crisis and improve the quality of public services. On the contrary, ignoring such demands can deepen public distrust and worsen political stability. Thus, the demands of 17+8 are an important signal for the need for structural change and a real commitment to realizing a fairer, more transparent, and responsive government.

This study investigates the impact of intrinsic motivation, workload, and competence on job satisfaction, exploring its implications for employee performance, with job satisfaction serving as a mediating variable. A quantitative approach was employed, utilizing Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) for data analysis collected via questionnaires. The results reveal that intrinsic motivation has a positive but insignificant impact on job satisfaction and performance. Workload significantly improves job satisfaction but does not affect performance, while competence significantly enhances both job satisfaction and performance. Additionally, job satisfaction positively affects employee performance. The mediation analysis reveals that job satisfaction mediates the relationship between competence and workload on performance, but does not mediate the relationship between intrinsic motivation and performance. These findings highlight the critical roles of competence and job satisfaction in improving employee performance, suggesting that intrinsic motivation and workload may require additional factors, such as compensation and work environment, to be more effective.

Facilities and infrastructure play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of learning in Playgroup (Kelompok Bermain). This study aims to examine the influence of the availability and management of facilities and infrastructure on the effectiveness of early childhood learning processes. A quantitative research method was employed using surveys with questionnaires distributed to teachers and administrators of Playgroups. The collected data were analyzed through descriptive statistics and regression analysis to determine the relationship between facilities and infrastructure and learning quality. The findings indicate that adequate facilities such as comfortable classrooms and educational aids significantly improve children's learning motivation and the smoothness of the learning process. Well-equipped environments enable teachers to deliver lessons more effectively, thus positively impacting children's learning outcomes. In conclusion, improving and maintaining facilities and infrastructure should be a priority for Playgroup managers to ensure optimal learning quality and support the holistic development of young children.

This research has a purpose to determine the effect of online transaction security on purchasing decisions through the Shopee application. The respondents consisted of 74 students from the Digital Business Study Program at Universitas Amikom Purwokerto who actively use Shopee. This research employed a quantitative descriptive method with simple linear regression analysis. The results indicate that online transaction security has a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions, with a regression coefficient of 0.887 and a significance value of 0.000. The coefficient of determination of 35.2% shows that transaction security contributes to purchasing decisions, while the remaining percentage is influenced by other factors. The higher the level of security perceived by consumers during online transactions, the greater the likelihood of making a purchase. These findings highlight the importance of improving security systems and information transparency on e-commerce platforms such as Shopee to create a safe, comfortable, and trustworthy shopping experience for users.

This study aims to analyse the relationship between leadership communication style and the effectiveness of decision-making in the Department of Tourism and Culture of Sikka Regency. The research emphasises the importance of open, clear, and participatory communication in supporting organisational coordination and improving the quality of decisions. Using a descriptive method, data were obtained through interviews with the Head of Department and a staff member involved in communication and policy implementation. The findings show that the leader applies a combination of democratic communication through the local Kula Babong approach and situational authoritarian communication. The democratic style enhances information flow, strengthens employee involvement, and increases acceptance of decisions. Meanwhile, the authoritarian style ensures discipline, clarity, and timely execution when firm direction is required. Staff members perceive the leader’s communication as polite, direct, and easy to understand, contributing to motivation and readiness to act. Overall, leadership communication significantly influences decision effectiveness across organisational contexts and growth.