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The aim of this research is to find out how much positive and significant influence Teacher Pedagogical Competence has on the Learning Activeness of Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of Class IX Students at SMP Negeri 2 Muara, North Tapanuli Regency for the 2023/2024 Academic Year. The method used in this research is quantitative with inferential statistical data analysis. The population is all class IX of SMP Negeri 2 Muara, North Tapanuli Regency for the 2023/2024 Academic Year who are Christians, totaling 104 people and a sample of 38 people was determined, namely 35% of the total population. Data was collected using a positive closed questionnaire totaling 36 items, of which 16 questionnaire items were for variable at SMP Negeri 2 Muara, North Tapanuli Regency, Academic Year 2023/2024: 1) Test the analysis requirements: a) positive relationship test, obtained a value of rxy = 0.552 > rtable(=0.05,n=38) = 0.320, thus it is known that positive relationship between variable variable Y. 2) Influence test: a) Test the regression equation, obtained the regression equation Y ̂="26","01"+0.75X. b) Regression coefficient of determination test (r2) = 30.4%. 3) Test the hypothesis using the F test to obtain Fcount > Ftable=(=0.05, dk numerator k=20, dk denominator=n-2=38-2=36) namely 15.74 > 1.51. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.    

Eclairs are cakes that are much favored by the general public, became as éclair a hollow texture and are soft on the inside. Mocaf is flour has been modified by fermentation, and has characteristics similar to wheat flour. This reseacrh used a variety of peanuts flour such as cowpeas, red bens and mung beans as protein and fiber source. The variety of nuts added aims to encrease the nutritional content of eclairs. This research was purposed to determine the chemical and sensory characteristics of eclairs which are high in protein and fiber and to determine consumer preferences from the comparison of mocaf and wheat flour with various types of peanut flour. The experimental design used was a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with two factors, the first factor was the ratio of mocaf flour and wheat flour 9:1, 8:2, 7:3, the second factor was the variety of species of beans, cowpeas, red beans, mung beans. The results showed that the protein content was the highest, in the mocaf and wheat flour of 7:3 with a protein content of 8.50%. the eclairs formulation with the highest fiber content was found in a 9:1 ratio of mocaf flour and wheat flour with variety types of mung beans flour with a fiber content of 9.94%. The formulation of the ratio of mocaf flour : wheat flour 7:3 with variety species is the most preferred formula overall with an overall preference level of 3.67. Eclairs with the addition of peanut flour has the potential to increase product protein.

Between 1997 and 2012, this is a generation that is familiar with technology digital and have different preferences in receiving information. The TikTok platform, with its interesting and interactive short video format, has become a popular social media platform among Generation Z. This article aims to explore the potential of the TikTok platform as an appropriate means of catechesis for Generation Z. A literature review was conducted to analyze TikTok's features and characteristics of Generation Z. TikTok features such as short videos, music, and filters can be used to create interesting and interactive catechetical content. Catechesis content on TikTok can be packaged in the form of educational videos, inspirational stories, reflections on faith, and other creative content. The TikTok platform has great potential to become an appropriate catechesis tool for Generation Z. With creative and interactive content, TikTok can help Generation Z to learn about the Catholic faith in an interesting and fun way.

One of the pillars of life is optimism. Human life is greatly influenced by this attitude of optimism. However, many Muslims are beginning to lose hope due to the facts of this contemporary era. When the trials and pressures of life come their way, many people in society become depressed, despairing, or commit suicide or crime. Whereas the Prophet Muhammad favored optimism, because if a person has an optimistic attitude, he will be active, feel happy and will get good. As has been mentioned in many hadith. This study aims to discuss optimism in the perspective of hadith in order to create a good life with Islamic values. The formulation of the problem in this study is how the hadith views related to optimism as an important factor for life and Islamic values. In this research, a qualitative approach is used with the thematic method of hadith. The formal object of this research is the definition, characteristics, and aspects formulated based on the theme of the hadith. Then the results show that the theme of the hadith can be formulated into a terroristic framework about optimism in the perspective of hadith and optimism is very important for human life. The discussion in this study explains that optimism is highly recommended by the Prophet and has a very special place. The conclusion of this study is that optimism is a characteristic that is very important for human life.

Red bean flour has a high protein content but low gluten content. The superior nutritional value of rice bran is as a nutrient source that contains a lot of protein and high fiber and also does not cause allergies. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of roasting time and the best formulation of the combination of red bean flour and rice bran flour in making snack bars that are rich in protein and favored by many consumers. This study used a completely randomized design (CRD) arranged factorially with two factors with the formulation of red bean flour and rice bran flour used were P1 (95:5); P2 (90:10); and P3 (85:15). Roasting time was 50, 40 and 30 minutes. Data analysis used ANOVA with Tukey's further test. The results of chemical and sensory tests significantly influenced the activity of water content, fat content, protein, carbohydrates, color, red bean flavor, bran flavor, hardness and overall liking. However, it was significantly different for ash content, color and overall liking. The best chemical test results were P2T3 (ratio of red bean flour and rice bran flour 90/10 with roasting time of 30 minutes) with the results of carbohydrate 60.74%, protein 10.96%, moisture content 19.01%, fat content 6.79%, and ash content 2.51%. The best sensory test results were P2T3 with color test results 2.98, red bean flavor 2.58, bran flavor 2.32, hardness 1.75, and overall liking 2.77. Snack bars made from red bean flour and rice bran flour have great potential as a high-protein food ingredient.

Anemia pada ibu hamil juga dikaitkan dengan peningkatan risiko kelahiran prematur, kematian ibu dan anak, serta infeksi. Kurangnya zat besi pada ibu dapat memengaruhi pertumbuhan dan perkembangan janin atau bayi selama dan setelah kehamilan. Tujuan penelitian untuk mengidentifikasi studi karakteristik pada kejadian anemia pada kehamilan di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Kotabaru. Metode penelitian menggunakan penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif. Populasi adalah seluruh ibu hamil dengan anemia di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Kotabaru sebanyak 30 orang pada Oktober – Desember tahun 2023. menggunakan teknik total sampling sebanyak 30 orang. Instrumen penelitian menggunakan ceklist yang dianalisis secara univariat. Hasil penelitian didapatkan bahwa data terbanyak pada masing – masing karakteristik yaitu umur yang terbanyak pada berisiko 56,7%. Karakteristik paritas yang terbanyak pada kelompok multipara sebanyak 53,3%. Karakteristik usia kehamilan pada trimester 3 sebanyak 50% dan pekerjaan yang terbanyak responden pada IRT yaitu sebanyak 43,3%.

Vermicelli is an alternative food to replace rice, a type of noodle that is still in great demand by the public. Vermicelli is a popular food made from rice flour processed through an extrusion process so that it is shaped like a thread. The substitution of potato starch and the addition of celery extract will increase the antioxidant activity content of the vermicelli. The purpose of this research was produce vermicelli which has high antioxidant activity and produce vermicelli with characteristics according to Indonesian National Standard No. 01-2975-2006. Complete Randomized Design factorial with two factors were used in this research. The first factor was the ratio of rice flour and potatoes flour (10:90, 15:85, 20:80). The second factors was the levels of celery extract to water addition of dough (0,78; 1,04; 1,56%). The vermicelli were then tested for moisture content, ash content, crude fiber content and antioxidant activity as well as sensory analysis. The data analyse using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). The best treatment was on ratio of substitution potatoes flour 20:80(g) with celery extract (0,78%). The fermicelli produced has the following characteristics water 10,65%, ash content 0,52%, fiber content 3,45% and 19,25% antioxidant activity. Femicelli produced in accordance with the quality requirements of SNI No. 01- 2975-2006. The sensory test of fermicelli that having color for dry fermicelli (3,82) color is yellowish dark green, color for wet fermicelli (3.62) is slightly faded green, texture (2,68) is not chewy, after taste (3.36) the taste of celery that lingers after being swallowed and overall preference (3,42).

Donuts are foods made from high protein wheat flour, in this study donuts were made from substitution of wheat flour and soybean flour. This study aims to determine the effect of soy flour substitution (Glycine max L.) and of determine fermentation time of (60, 75 and 90 min) on soy flour donuts which have the highest protein content and panelists' favorite. Complete Rendomized Design (RAL) Faktorial with two factors used in this research. The first  factor was is the ratio of  wheat flour and soy flour  (95;5, 90;10, 85;15) . The second  factor was is the variation of fermentation time (60, 75,  90 min). It was determined for protein, ash , water, fat , reducing sugar, total carbohydrates, and organoleptic. The data was determined Analysis using of Variance (ANOVA). The results showed that donuts with the addition of soy flour and fermentation time had a significant effect (α<0.05) on protein content, sugar content, flavor and overall preference. The best treatment of soybean flour donuts based on chemical and organoleptic tests, namely the ratio of wheat flour and soybean flour (85:15) using 90 minutes of fermentation. Soy flour donuts with the best treatment had a 20.30% of moisture; 1.77% ash content; protein content 10.38%; reducing sugar content 22.52%; total carbohydrates 49.51%; color dark brown 3.25; unpleasant flavor 2.95; savory taste 3.01 and very liked overall favorite 3,57.

In today's human resource management, increasing employee satisfaction is an important focus for companies. By paying attention to employee job satisfaction, namely by understanding and meeting employee needs, companies tend to have higher productivity and better employee retention. The purpose of this research is to analyze the significant influence of organizational culture, work-life balance and individual characteristics simultaneously on the employee job satisfaction of PT Abadikurnia Citrarasa in Surabaya. This research uses a quantitative approach using multiple regression analysis because the data used is in the form of a questionnaire with a total of 72 respondents. The research results showed that partially organizational culture, work-life balance and individual characteristics have a significant effect on employee job satisfaction at PT Abadikurnia Citrarasa. Simultaneously, organizational culture, work-life balance and individual characteristics have a significant effect on employee job satisfaction at PT Abadikurnia citrarasa in Surabaya.

Individual Competency describes a characteristic or ability possessed by each employee in carrying out work. Of course, paying attention to existing factors and indicators can create quality competencies and improve employee performance. By using the literature study method, it is hoped that we will be able to analyze individual competencies accurately according to data from existing sources. So in this case, the development of human resources within the company will be of high quality. This article describes individual competencies which include the relationship between employee performance and motives, traits, self-concept, knowledge and skills, and the benefits for the company and employees. This material is designed to help employees develop their ability to develop, increase resilience, ability to face problems and develop skills in innovation and improve their individual performance. With individual competency, employees can shape their personality and increase employee knowledge, and employee skills will have a positive impact on maximizing company productivity.

Floods are disasters that often occur in Indonesia. Disasters caused by hydrometeorological factors always increase every year. Even though sometimes it doesn't cause many casualties, this disaster still damages infrastructure and significantly disrupts the economic stability of the community. The characteristics of floods are very diverse, floods can be caused by high rainfall without adequate soil absorption or can occur in the form of flash irrigation failures. South Kalimantan is a city known as the "City of a Thousand Rivers", which of course cannot be separated from flooding situations every rainy season. One of them is quite common in urban areas, especially the city of Banjarbaru. The dense population and the presence of rivers sometimes cause flooding, especially if the intensity of rainfall lasts long enough. Likewise, what often happens in the Kemuning Banjarbaru sub-district, floods that often come suddenly have become a normal activity for local residents. Without hesitation, there were even (9) RTs that were affected by the flash flood. Even though they are used to facing floods, especially when the rainy season arrives, residents are still advised to always be alert.

The criminal disparity is inconsistent of different decisions toward crime with similar characteristics where its danger is comporable without obvious justification. Narcotics are substances or drugs from plants or others, wheter synthetic or semi synthetic, that can fatally affect the consciousness and lead to an addiction. This study aimed to analyze the factors influencing the disparity in judges decisions and the solutions or judges consideration in sentencing toward drug abuse cases. This normative research used a case approach referencing primary, secondary, and tertiary legal materials. Data collection techniques were carried out using literature studies. Based on the analysis, two factors influenced the judges decision legal and social. Besides, the verdict made by the judge has not fulfilled the sense of justice due to the irrelevancy.

Research background: Chronic Energy Shortage (KEK) is still a problem in Indonesia. Women and children are the groups at highest risk of experiencing Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED). Currently Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) is a concern for the government and health workers, because a woman of childbearing age (WUS) who experiences CED has a high risk of giving birth to a child who will also experience CED in the future. The aim of the research is to identify study characteristics of the incidence of CED pregnant women at the Kotabaru Community Health Center. The research method uses quantitative descriptive. The population is all 30 KEK pregnant women at the Kotabaru Community Health Center in October – December November 2023. The sample was taken using a total sampling technique of 30 people. Data were analyzed univariately. The results of the research were that age characteristics were the most common in the risk category with a percentage of 66.7%. Parity characteristics were most common in the multiparous group at 50%. The characteristics of pregnancy spacing in the risk category were 56.7% and the highest level of education among respondents was at the middle level, namely 40%.    

Final year students are required to write a thesis and usually often find various difficulties that can develop into negative feelings that cause anxiety. Some things that cause anxiety in individuals are negative experiences, lack of social support, and irrational thoughts. Anxiety can be prevented by self-talk techniques to change negative thoughts into positive ones, as well as by getting good social support. The purpose of this study was to determine the description of age, gender characteristics, self-talk, social support, and anxiety levels and to determine the relationship of self-talk to anxiety levels in students, and to determine the relationship of social support to anxiety levels in students. In this study using a quantitative approach method with a cross sectional design with a sampling technique that is a random sampling sample with a sample of 53 students at the Advanced University of Indonesia. The results of the chi-square test for the relationship of self-talk to the level of anxiety p-value is 0.005 <0.05 and the chi-square results for the relationship of social support to the level of anxiety p-value is 0.003 <0.05, so there is a relationship of self-talk to the level of anxiety in students and there is a relationship of social support to the level of anxiety in students.    

The diversity in societal exercise preferences has increased significantly, with fitness emerging as a favored modern activity, particularly in urban areas of Indonesia. Fitness is valued for its effectiveness in restoring body fitness and achieving ideal body shapes swiftly. However, in the era of Industry 4.0, technological advancements have revolutionized the approach to fitness. Smartphone fitness applications have replaced the role of personal trainers by providing tailored exercise and dietary programs. User Interface (UI) plays a pivotal role in fitness applications, influencing User Experience (UX). The challenge lies in designing UI to accommodate user heterogeneity, both internally and externally. Adaptive UI emerges as a solution, capable of altering layout and content according to user characteristics. Kernwerk® Functional Fitness exemplifies a fitness application utilizing AI to optimize fitness routines. To enhance Kernwerk's UI adaptability, UX evaluation is conducted using UEQ+ modular extension, a comprehensive instrument for effectively and efficiently measuring user experience. Through this evaluation, components of UI and UX requiring further development to enhance Kernwerk's adaptability can be identified.

PLTU produces coal-burning residues in the form of fly ash waste, which is constantly increasing. Fly ash is an industrial waste that is hazardous to the environment and human health but can be exploited because it has the characteristics of pozzolan. We conducted research on the use of fly ash as a cement substitute in the making of paving blocks. The aim of the research was to find out the strong pressure paving block method in British Standard 6717 with SNI 03-0691-1996 against the use of fly ash and how much of the fly ash is used against the strength of the optimum pressure. The research used an experimental method, with a comparison of 1 cement with 4 sand and variations in the use of air ash at 0%, 10%, 20%, and 30%. Tests were conducted when paving the block through the process of curing for 28 days. This study resulted in a strong average pressure paving block (PB) using the British Standard fly ash method 6717, with PB beam variations of 10%, 20%, and 30% in succession of 14.23 MPa, 13.49 MPa, and 11.14 MPa. While the SNI method 03-0691 1996 is PB cube variation at 10%, 20%, and 30%, respectively, of 12.27 MPa, 10.63 MPa, and 8.67 MPa. The strong result of pushing PB beams using the optimum fly ash is found at a 10% variation of 14.23 MPa and a 10% cubic variation PB of 12.27 MPa.

Road construction using aggregates. In Pinrang, the material used to make samples was brick ash. The aim of this research is to determine the aggregate properties and aggregate compatibility of AC-WC dan AC-BC asphalt concrete mixtures based on general specifications from Marga Buildings in 2018. This study, which was carried out in the laboratory from August to October 2023, used an experimental approach. According to the research results, the AC-WC dan AC-BC stability value obtained from adding 5% brick ash content with 5% asphalt content was 1975.31 kilograms and 6% asphalt content was 2995.74 kilograms. The MQ value is 833.46 Kg/mm 5%, and 6% 1109.53 Kg/mm, while the stability value obtained by adding 6% brick ash content with 5% asphalt content is 1564.59 kilograms and 6% asphalt content is 2399 .03 kilograms. The MQ value is 665.78 Kg/mm for 5% and 6% 891.83. The AC-BC stability value obtained from 5% brick ash with 5% asphalt content is 2023 ki.29 kilograms and 6% The large asphalt content is 2018.77 kilograms, the resulting MQ value is 613.12 from 5% and 6% is 531.25. The stability value resulting from the addition of 6% brick ash with 5% asphalt content is 1118.02 kilograms and 6% is 1122 .54 and the resulting MQ values were 272.69 from 5%, 267.27 from 6%. From the results of this research, the addition of 6% brick ash can reduce the stability of AC-WC and AC-BC, in contrast to 5% brick ash increasing stability.

Concrete is an artificial stone made from a mixture of cement, sand, aggregate and water. For this reason, this construction material is considered very important to continue to be developed. One effort to develop is by improving the weak properties of the concrete itself. From this, researchers will use additional materials such as fiber palm fiber and sika visconcrate in the concrete mixture. Fiber fiber itself has durable properties and does not rot easily in open conditions or embedded in the ground, while sika visconcrate is a chemical that is used as an additive in the mixture to increase the workability, quality and strength of concrete with the desired properties. The method used in this research is quantitative experimentation. The aim of this research is to determine the characteristics of concrete using palm fiber and sika visconcrate with variations of 3%, 5% and 7% from normal concrete. The results of the research show that the average compressive strength of normal concrete is 25,572 MPa, 3% SI+SV variation concrete has an average of 27,365 MPa, 5% SI+SV variation concrete has an average of 26,704 MPa, and 7% SI+ SV variation concrete The average is 26,044 MPa. The split tensile strength test results of normal concrete averaged 6.074 MPa, 3% SI+SV variation concrete averaged 6.444 MPa, 5% SI+SV variation concrete averaged 7.852 MPa, and 7% variation concrete averaged amounting to 8,148 MPa.    

Generation Z has unique characteristics compared to other generations. A generation that is always looking for references for something almost 24 hours a day via mobile technology and social networks. The aim of this research is to determine Generation Z's opinions on forming co-creation in coffee shop properties that are currently trending. In addition to the development of digital marketing and the growth of coffee shop  businesses in Indonesia, this generation is used to giving feedback and suggestions via social media or directly.The research method used utilizes literature studies and literature reviews from books, journals and previous consultancy research institutions. The results of the research  show that Generation Z plays a role and actively participates in the formation of co-creation in coffee shops, although Zero Consumers are said to be among those who do not care about the menu, price, quality, etc. hold. Brand, The atmosphere in the cafeteria.

The cereal products available in the market mostly focus only on practicality and ignore the nutritional content. It is necessary to increase the nutritional content of these products by using local Indonesian raw materials such as sweet potatoes and corn.  The objectives of this study are: 1) to determine the effect of temperature and proportion of purple sweet potato flour and corn flour on the characteristics of cereals produced, 2) to assess the level of preference of panelists for the physical, chemical and sensory qualities of cereals produced. The study design used a factorial randomized design complete with a proportion treatment of purple sweet potato flour and corn. Test parameters include water content, degree of swelling, water absorption, texture, antioxidants, and sensory evaluation. The conclusion in this study is that the comparative treatment of purple sweet potato flour and corn and temperature did not have a real effect on water content, degree of development, water absorption index (IPA), water solubility index (IKA), texture and antioxidants but had an effect on sensory properties