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The reasons why adolescents fall into the streets vary depending on the individual, with each individual having different problems and needs. Street youth usually earn their income by working on the street from multiple locations, which worsens their situation by creating a negative stigma from the community and uncertainty about their future. Therefore, their empowerment is necessary. The purpose of this research is to achieve an understanding of the roles, stages of the process, as well as the results achieved in the context of empowerment efforts through the Family Return Roadmap program. This research applies a descriptive qualitative approach. The data collection process was conducted through interviews, observation, and documentation. Purposive sampling technique was used to determine relevant informants. The research was conducted at Pondok Tasawuf Underground located in Ciputat Shophouse Complex. The results showed that the empowerment role of Pondok Tasawuf Underground aims to create change for street youth. To achieve this goal, they are given a program that focuses on economic and social aspects, called the Family Return Roadmap, and are supported by adequate facilities to support the implementation of the program. In the stages of the empowerment process, there is a process of forming behavioral awareness, transforming knowledge, and developing intellectual skills. The results of the program implemented in Family Return Roadmap have a positive impact on the economic and social independence of street youth after they participate in the program.

This study examines the effectiveness of Project Based Learning (PBL) in enhancing cross-cultural communication skills within international language education programs. As globalization increases, effective communication across cultures is essential, and language programs must equip students with these skills. PBL, a learner-centered instructional strategy, integrates real-world problems into the learning process, promoting student participation, collaboration, and critical thinking. The research found that students engaged in PBL showed significant improvements in communication competence, collaboration, and intercultural understanding compared to those in traditional lecture-based instruction. The study suggests that PBL not only enhances language proficiency but also fosters cultural awareness and empathy through projects involving cross-cultural collaboration and problem-solving. Furthermore, PBL offers a more effective platform for practicing language skills in real-world scenarios, as opposed to traditional methods focused on theoretical aspects. The findings demonstrate that PBL is particularly effective in international programs, where students from diverse cultural backgrounds work together to solve global issues, thus improving their ability to communicate and collaborate across cultures. The research concludes that integrating PBL into international language education programs significantly enhances students' cross-cultural communication skills. The study encourages educational institutions to adopt PBL and suggests further research on complementary strategies, including technology, virtual exchanges, and intercultural simulations.

. This study aims to determine the correlation between speed and dribbling skills in futsal games, this study uses a descriptive method with a correlational study. The population used is a futsal extracurricular club and a sample of 30 athletes. The instruments used in this research are speed measurement using a 40 meter run test), agility measurement using the Illinois agility run, and dribbling test. Based on the results of data processing carried out manually and with the help of SPSS 20 software, it can be concluded that there is a significant relationship of 0.858 and has an interpretation of the correlation coefficient value that speed has a very strong positive relationship to futsal dribbling skills and has a contribution of 70%. There is a significant relationship of 0.953 and has an interpretation of the correlation coefficient value that agility has a very strong positive relationship to futsal dribbling skills and has a contribution of 85.4%. There is a significant relationship of 0.965 and has an interpretation of the correlation coefficient value that speed and agility have a positive correlation to futsal dribbling skills and have a contribution of 88.5%. The conclusion is that there is a significant correlation between speed, agility and dribbling skills in futsal games.

This research aims to examine whether the achievement and improvement of junior high school students' mathematical communication skills who use the Contextual Teaching and Learning approach through the Numbered Head Together type Cooperative Learning model is better than those who use regular learning. The method used in this research is experimental. This research was conducted at one of the state junior high schools in Cianjur Regency with a population of all class VIII, while the sample was taken from two classes randomly where one class was the experimental class and the other class was the control class. This research instrument is about description. The research data were processed using the Microsoft Office Excel 2007 application and SPSS 16 software. Based on the research results, the author concluded that the achievement and improvement in mathematical communication skills of junior high school students whose learning used the Contextual Teaching and Learning approach through the Numbered Head Together type Cooperative Learning model was better than that using regular learning.    

This research aims to improve children's social skills through implementing the Kabadi-kabadi Traditional game in Group B TK Ar-Rahman Tobengeano, North Kolaka Regency. The research uses a classroom action research (PTK) design with two cycles. The research subjects consisted of 16 children in Group B TK Ar-Rahman Tobengeano. Data is collected through observation and documentation of the learning process. The results showed that the implementation of the ball maze game significantly improved children's social abilities. In cycle I, there was an increase from 40% to 72.22%, and in cycle II the success rate was 93.75%. The implication of this research is that the ball maze game can be used as an effective alternative method in developing the social skills of children aged 5-6 years. It is expect that this research can contribute to the development of learning strategies in kindergarten and provide guidance for teachers to design learning activities that support children's social development.

In science and science learning, the emphasis is on concepts related to people's lives and the environment. Students are expected to have basic abilities for logical and critical thinking, curiosity, inquiry, problem solving, and skills in social life. The humanistic learning model views students as subjects who are free to determine the direction of their lives. Students are directed to be fully responsible for their own lives and also for the lives of others. In this research, researchers used a qualitative research approach. Several approaches that are worth using in this method are dialogical, reflective and expressive approaches. The dialogical approach invites students to think together critically and creatively. The teacher does not act as a teacher who only provides material intake that students need as a whole, but the teacher only acts as a facilitator and dialogue partner. The population in this research is all teachers and students. Meanwhile, the samples taken in this research were school principals, science and science teachers and students. Humanistic education in science and science learning is an alternative in realizing education that has a very significant influence on future generations. Applying humanistic education in learning can increase students' intrinsic motivation. So that students tend to be enthusiastic and involve themselves actively in learning when they are listened to, appreciated, cared for and treated well. Applying humanistic education to the science and science learning process grade V at SD Negeri 050728 Tanjung Pura can be done using procedures such as planning, implementation and evaluation.

Teacher competency assessment plays a crucial role in providing valuable insights into the expected outcomes of the teaching profession. By employing such assessments, miscommunication regarding the desired quality of a teacher’s work can be minimised while enhancing teacher productivity through constructive feedback for those who excel. Furthermore, the implementation of teacher competency assessments aims to acquire valid, up-to-date, and authentic evidence, specifically in areas related to the learning process and a teacher’s proficiency in pedagogy, social skills, personality traits, and professional attributes. This research explores the significance of the correlation between the teaching-learning process and teacher competence assessment. The author adopts a literature-based approach to comprehensively review the relationship between these two components to accomplish this. This approach enables a comprehensive understanding of how learning and the assessment of teacher competence are interconnected. The gathered data will subsequently undergo analysis using a content analysis method, which seeks to identify recurring themes and patterns within the existing literature related to the relationship between the teaching-learning process and teacher competence assessment.

This research is motivated by the results of preliminary observations that there are still service programs that have not been realized according to the specified time. Most people feel that the services provided by the village head and his staff have not yet touched the real needs of the community. Lack of awareness from local village government officials in the service process. The method used is a qualitative descriptive research method. The population in this study was 8 people. The sampling technique used the total sample technique, thus the sample in this study was 8 people. The data collection technique used a questionnaire. The results of the study are as follows: The Leadership of the Head of Cikunir Village, Singaparna District, Tasikmalaya Regency in Activities So far, it has been in accordance with the main function of the leader by carrying out his leadership properly and correctly, meaning, based on the rules of the game that have been agreed upon and determined by the organization. such as the preparation of the vision and mission and goals of the organization, so that from planning to accountability is directed at the goals that have been set, becoming a motivator, decision maker, performance assessment, dynamic and catalyst for the organization, stabilizer and supervisor. The implementation of public services in Cikunir Village, Singaparna District, Tasikmalaya Regency, has been in accordance with the Decree of the Minister of Administrative and Bureaucratic Reform Number 63 of 2004 concerning Minimum Service Standards, such as in terms of transparency, accountability, conditional, participatory, equal rights, and balance of rights and obligations. The obstacles faced by the village head in improving public services in Cikunir Village, Singaparna District, Tasikmalaya Regency, are human resources, facilities and infrastructure, education and human resources skills. Efforts that have been made by the Village Head in Improving Public Services in Cikunir Village, Singaparna District, Tasikmalaya Regency, are improving the quality of human resources through education and training; adding/completing service facilities and infrastructure; and improving employee skills through on the job training.

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, utilizing 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 teacher 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.

The urgency of correspondence management in improving teacher performance at the Mis Cendikia Insani Al Washliyah School is an important aspect that must be considered by school management. Effective mail management includes managing incoming and outgoing mail, as well as systematic well-organized document storage. With good correspondence management, important information can be conveyed in a timely and accurate manner, which ultimately supports improved teacher performance. In this context, efficient correspondence management allows teachers to focus on their main tasks, such as lesson planning, teaching implementation, and student evaluation, without being distracted by administrative problems. The use of information technology in correspondence management can also speed up the communication process and reduce the risk of errors or loss of important documents. This research highlights the importance of training and developing correspondence management skills for administrative staff and teachers at the Mis Cendikia Insani Al Washliyah School. With proper training, teachers and staff can better understand and implement an effective correspondence management system. Apart from that, this research also emphasizes the need for support from school management in providing adequate resources and infrastructure to support this system. Thus, improving correspondence management is expected to create a more organized and conducive work environment, which in turn will have a positive impact on teacher performance. Teachers who have easy and fast access to the necessary information and documents can focus more on professional development and improving the quality of teaching. Therefore, good correspondence management is not only an administrative necessity, but also a key factor in achieving higher educational goals at the Mis Cendikia Insani Al Washliyah School.

In the 21st century, the acquisition of English as a second language is very important for a group of children in Walal Village who are currently studying at elementary school. This is useful for supporting 6 skills of 21st century education, namely critical thinking, communication, creativity, collaboration, culture and connectivity. Walal Village is one of the model villages in Sorong Regency which has a high enthusiasm for creating the latest breakthroughs, especially in the field of education. Walal Village is located in Salawati District which must be traveled 35 kilometers from Sorong City. Thus, access to information related to education is very limited for children in Walal Village. In this case, students of the Community Service Lecture (KPM) at the Muhammadiyah Sorong Education University provided one month of English literacy assistance for the children of Kampung Walal community. The aim of this assistance is an effort to empower Human Resources (HR) through a community empowerment program for English language learning guidance.  This English literacy assistance is very important to provide to Walal Village children who are already aware of the importance of English around them. This program is also related to the description of the Walal Village Government's vision and mission in developing human resources in terms of quality education. English literacy assistance includes acquiring English, processing language in the form of remembering and memorizing words or terms, and understanding meanings that can be applied to listening, reading, speaking and writing skill activities. The efforts of this English literacy assistance are to change the mindset of the children of Walal Village that learning English is fun, regardless of age, and affordable. In fact, through mentoring, children in Walal Village experience changes in knowledge and attitudes during the English literacy process.

This study aims to examine the impact of digitalization on technological innovation in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through a qualitative literature review approach. In the era of digital transformation, MSMEs face various opportunities and challenges. Digitalization has the potential to enhance MSMEs' competitiveness by accelerating product, service, and business process innovation, but it also requires them to overcome limitations such as limited technological skills and financial constraints. By analyzing previous studies using the bivariate probit model, this study finds that digital technology adoption is positively correlated with increased innovation in MSMEs. Digitalization has been shown to expand market access, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen MSMEs' adaptability to changes in the business environment. However, internal and external barriers, such as low digital literacy and limited funding access, remain significant obstacles. This study emphasizes the importance of support from the government and related institutions in providing training and funding access so that MSMEs can fully leverage digitalization for sustainable innovation.

The importance of computational thinking skills has encouraged educational institutions around the world to integrate these concepts into their curricula. However, the challenge faced is finding the most effective learning methods and models to teach these skills. An appropriate learning model must not only be able to attract students' interest and motivation, but must also be able to increase their understanding and practical abilities in computational thinking. This research adopts a literature review method to explore information about effective learning models in improving students' computational thinking skills. Data was collected from various sources such as national and international journals, reference books, newspapers and magazines. The main aim of this literature review, as explained. The results of research on Problem Based Learning (PBL) and Project Based Learning show very positive results in improving students' computational thinking. These two models not only improve computational thinking skills, but also critical, creative and analytical thinking skills, as well as student participation and involvement in the learning process.

This research aims to analyze the use of learning media on the motivation to learn civics in grade 1 elementary school students. This research use desciptive qualitative approach. The subjects of this research were the homeroom teachers of class 1 of Attaufiq Elementary School in Medan and students of class 1 of Attaufiq Elementary School in Medan. Data collection techniques include observation and interviews. The results of the research show that students in class 1 of SD Attaufiq still have low learning motivation in civics subjects. The cause of the low learning motivation of grade 1 students at Attufiq Elementary School is due to the teacher's lack of ability to explain the material so that the learning process becomes monotonous and as a result students feel bored and bored during learning. Therefore, learning media is really needed to help students in the learning process with the existence of learning media. can help teachers clarify the meaning of the message they want to convey from a lesson theory so that it can motivate students to acquire certain knowledge and skills, and also with this learning media the teaching and learning process no longer seems monotonous.

The conventional type of paper that is still widely used by students to support the learning process in schools is printed modules. Even though digitalization such as ebooks is starting to be used by the public, printed modules are still used to simplify the teaching process in the classroom. The types of paper that are generally used do not all use environmentally friendly paper such as paper from palm oil shell waste processing, due to a lack of in-depth knowledge. This research is a qualitative research that uses interview methods with several students from three different skills programs at one of the Bandung City Agricultural Vocational Schools to measure knowledge about environmentally friendly paper. Participants were asked six questions related to the use of paper in schools, understanding of environmentally friendly paper, and knowledge about paper produced from processing palm oil shell waste. The results show that the majority of students do not know clearly about processing waste from palm oil shells into environmentally friendly paper, but the data shows that alternative types of environmentally friendly paper are needed to participate in preserving environmental welfare and improving economic aspects.

The proposal text is one of the text types taught in Indonesian language learning in elementary schools. However, the teaching of proposal texts is often carried out using conventional methods that do not actively involve students. This research aims to explore innovative strategies in utilizing proposal texts to improve Indonesian language learning outcomes for elementary school students. The research method used is classroom action research by applying a project-based learning strategy through group assignments to develop proposal texts. The research subjects were fifth-grade students at Public Elementary School X in City Y. Data were collected through observations, written tests, and interviews with teachers and students. The research results show that innovative strategies for using proposal texts can improve student learning outcomes, including writing skills, understanding of text structure, and vocabulary and language elements. Students become more motivated and actively involved in the learning process. They also develop critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills in developing proposal texts. This strategy has proven effective and can be implemented in Indonesian language learning in other elementary schools to improve student learning outcomes and language skills.

Rapid technological advances are affecting various fields, one of which is education. Education cannot be separated from the progress that occurs. As an innovator, teaching in schools should be carried out by following all existing changes. In fact, students' digital literacy abilities are known to be in the low category so that each individual's learning needs are not achieved optimally. The aim of this research is to analyze how utilizing rapidly developing information and communication technology can help students meet their learning needs. Digital literacy is a form of ability to obtain, understand and use information originating from various sources in digital form. Literacy itself in the educational context plays a role in developing a person's knowledge of certain subject matter as well as encouraging curiosity and developing their creativity. This is what requires students to have literacy or the ability to process and understand good information to study and understand. With the rapid development of technology, it allows students to access information more easily. Digital literacy is also very necessary to overcome the problem of the ever-increasing explosion of information in digital sources. Society is now faced with very rapid technological developments. People are also required to sort and select information that is appropriate to the actual situation. Exposure to various kinds of information from the media makes most people doubt whether information is true or not. So with this phenomenon, media literacy knowledge is really needed as the ability to process information. This research method uses interviews with PPKn teachers in the city of Medan. The interview was conducted to see the extent of efforts made by PPKn teachers in increasing students' digital literacy. The result is that good digital literacy skills can enrich oneself with knowledge by actualizing oneself in these technological advances. The role of teachers in this case certainly cannot be replaced, but teachers can guide the extent to which students can utilize technology on the positive side and the extent to which they can minimize the possibility of deviating from the use of this technology.

Training and development is an important aspect in almost all companies or organizations because it leads to increased performance in the required areas. Training is an important learning process in organizations that care about productivity. Each individual is encouraged and given training to continuously improve their skills and expertise throughout their career. Skilled and highly motivated people contribute greatly to work productivity. In improving an employee's performance, the most important supporting factor is the level of skills the employee possesses. Skills refer to a person's ability to carry out a task or job. Training and development provides opportunities for employees to acquire new skills or improve existing skills so that they are relevant to the needs of the ever-growing digital era. Training and development can improve employee skills in facing the challenges of the digital era. Training that focuses on information and communication technology (ICT), such as using the latest software or understanding data analytics, can help employees keep up with rapid technological developments in today's digital era.

In today's rapidly growing technological era, teachers need to develop digital skills, especially in the creation of learning media, because their creativity is needed. Understanding digital literacy in education teachers can more easily fulfill the needs of their tasks in the process of teaching students. In addition, the students involved in learning using digital literacy will develop skills that are in line with the times. The seriousness and desire of SDN Bantargebang 02 teachers is very high, especially in learning digital literacy and utilizing media such as the Canva application which can help make the learning process more interesting. However, to improve the quality of teachers, the availability of facilities that support the needs such as special training or workshops to learn this digital application is needed. The current curriculum paradigm needs adaptation which takes time. Senior teachers who must adapt to the changing times in education era 4.0 require government attention to improve the quality of teachers through facilities and field support. 

Learning cannot be separated from the existence of strategies in learning to improve language skills in everyday life. The learning process must be accompanied by attracting students' interest and tactics in improving language skills including listening skills, speaking skills, reading skills and writing skills. The aim of this research is that every educator must have a systematic Indonesian language learning strategy so that the learning process can improve language skills in students and can provide good results and achievements for generations of the nation and state. Because good language skills can make it easier for individuals to communicate and interact in everyday life.