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This study is motivated by the low academic performance of fourth-grade students in Pancasila Education, specifically in the topic of mutual cooperation. The aim of this research is to assess the improvement in learning outcomes for fourth-grade students in Pancasila Education through the implementation of the Problem Based Learning (PBL) model with a Differentiation approach. This research falls under the category of classroom action research and was conducted in two cycles. The subjects of the study were 28 fourth-grade students from SD YP HKBP 1 Pematangsiantar. Data were collected through observations and tests, and then analyzed using descriptive quantitative methods. The results indicate that the implementation of the PBL model with a Differentiation approach successfully improved student learning outcomes in the topic of mutual cooperation. The average student performance was 57.14 during the pre-cycle. After implementing the PBL model in cycle I, the average score increased to 71.42, and in cycle II, it rose further to 84.72. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the PBL model with a Differentiation approach is effective in enhancing the learning outcomes of fourth-grade students on the topic of mutual cooperation at SD YP HKBP 1 Pematangsiantar.

Islamic Education in schools, particularly in fiqh materials, often faces challenges in terms of student engagement and understanding. Fiqh, which is often perceived as rigid and theoretical, requires a more engaging and applicable approach to make it easier for students to grasp the concepts being taught. This study aims to describe the implementation of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model in Islamic Education at SMK Muhammadiyah 1 Batu and to analyze the impact of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) on students in Islamic Education learning. The PBL model was chosen due to its ability to enhance student understanding through problem-solving that is relevant to daily life. Using a case study method, this research collected data through observation, interviews, and documentation to assess the effectiveness of the Problem-Based Learning model in improving student comprehension. The results indicate that the use of the Problem-Based Learning model can increase students' interest and understanding of Islamic Education, especially in fiqh materials, although there are some technical challenges in its implementation.

Educational management is an essential element in the management of educational institutions, including the effective and efficient arrangement of resources to achieve educational goals. This study examines Henry Fayol's management theory and its implementation in Islamic educational institutions. With a qualitative approach based on literature review, this study explores Fayol's five main management functions of planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and controlling adapted according to Islamic values. The results of the study indicate that the application of Fayol's management principles can improve operational efficiency, strengthen the integration of Islamic values ​​in education, and create synergy between academic and spiritual aspects. Principles such as division of labor, authority and responsibility, discipline, unity of command, and unity of direction support the systematic and structured management of educational institutions. The adaptation of this theory in the context of Islamic education includes holistic strategic planning, organizing based on Islamic values, directing with moral leadership, coordination through deliberation, and control that focuses on achieving educational goals that include academic and spiritual aspects. This study concludes that the integration of Fayol's management theory with Islamic values ​​provides a comprehensive framework for managing Islamic educational institutions effectively and efficiently, while producing competent graduates with high moral integrity.

Road infrastructure is a vital element in supporting economic, social, and transportation activities in a region. Labuhan Batu Utara Regency faces challenges in managing and maintaining road conditions, especially in hard-to-reach areas. This article presents a recent literature review from the past five years on the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for mapping and managing road conditions. The discussion covers technological innovations such as drone usage, machine learning, and crowdsourcing integration within GIS. Additionally, several international and national case studies are referenced to provide insights into the challenges and opportunities of GIS implementation. This article recommends strategies such as open-source GIS implementation, integration with mobile applications, and regular data updates to support efficient road condition management in Labuhan Batu Utara Regency. 

This study aims to find out how the Implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project in the Independent Curriculum Class XI at Wira Bhakti Gorontalo Integrated High School and find out what factors affect the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project in the Independent Curriculum Class XI. By using a qualitative research method, a Descriptive approach with a Narative Inquiry research design. Data collection techniques through interviews, observations and documentation. Data analysis is carried out by means of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawn. The results of the study show that Wira Bhakti Gorontalo Integrated High School has carried out the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project with the theme: Build the Soul and Body, Bhineka Tunggal Ika, Sustainable Lifestyle, Voice of Democracy, and Entrepreneurship.  The implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project has been running effectively and has undergone development. Its implementation has instilled the character of Pancasila. The factors that affect its implementation are supporting factors consisting of student motivation, support of parents/guardians of students, school environment, the existence of facilities and infrastructure, and cooperation with external parties/agencies. The inhibiting factors consist of teacher training related to P5, and the limitation of time and project schedules.

Istishna accounting holds a crucial position in Islamic financial practices as it ensures fairness, transparency, and compliance with Sharia principles in recognizing and measuring costs. Istishna, a unique contract for producing goods based on specific orders, emphasizes the prohibition of uncertainty (gharar) and speculation (maysir), aligning financial activities with ethical and moral values. This article delves into the theoretical foundations of istishna accounting, analyzes its implementation in Islamic financial institutions, and evaluates its impact on financial reporting standards. By integrating Sharia principles with modern financial systems, the study highlights how Islamic financial institutions can maintain accountability and integrity while fostering trust among stakeholders. Furthermore, the article discusses challenges such as adapting to dynamic regulatory changes and balancing business needs with Sharia compliance. This research offers practical recommendations to enhance the credibility and relevance of Islamic financial statements, ensuring their alignment with global economic demands while upholding ethical standards.

Cooperatives have a strategic role in supporting the local economy and improving community welfare. However, many cooperatives face challenges in managerial and leadership aspects that hinder their competitiveness. This article discusses the results of community service programs aimed at improving managerial capacity and leadership at the Prosperous Citizen Development Cooperative in Pamekasan. The approach used includes training, mentoring, and hands-on mentoring, with a focus on strengthening strategic planning, operational management, and innovative leadership skills. The target of the program is cooperative administrators and key members who have a strategic role in the organization. The results showed significant improvements in managerial skills, leadership mindsets, and member involvement in strategic decision-making. This program also has an impact on more professional cooperative management, increased competitiveness, and strengthening the cooperative's external network. However, the evaluation of the program identified several obstacles, such as participants' time constraints, low levels of digital literacy, and resistance to change. To overcome this obstacle, it is recommended that there be more focused continuous training, flexibility in implementation time, and collaboration with external parties such as the government and educational institutions. This article emphasizes the importance of strengthening the capacity of human resources to support the transformation of cooperatives into competitive economic entities. This approach not only provides internal benefits for cooperatives, but also contributes to the development of the local economy in a sustainable manner. Thus, this service model can be a reference for the development of cooperatives in other regions.

Implementation of Law no. 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics in Medan City is an important issue in the context of legal protection for children involved as narcotics dealers. This research aims to analyze how the narcotics law is applied in cases involving children, as well as things that are considered in the law enforcement process and how criminal proceedings are carried out in the juvenile criminal justice system. This research provides an in-depth understanding of the application of special regulations, namely Law no. 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics, while still considering Law no. 11 of 2012 which regulates the Juvenile Criminal Justice System. This approach aims to ensure legal protection for children involved in narcotics crimes, so that the law can be applied fairly and protect children's rights. This research utilizes empirical juridical legal methods, where the main data is obtained through direct interviews with judges serving at the Special Class IA Medan District Court, thus enabling researchers to obtain relevant and in-depth perspectives regarding the application of this law in real practice in the judicial environment.

This study explores the implementation of the Jigsaw method, a cooperative learning strategy, in a junior high school setting and its impact on student motivation. The aim is to investigate how the Jigsaw method affects students’ motivation to learn, especially in the context of science learning. Active student participation in the learning process is emphasized in the Jigsaw Cooperative Learning Method. A literature review is the research methodology used, with an emphasis on sources released in the last ten years to ensure validity and relevance. Articles, books, dissertations, and research reports discussing the Jigsaw approach and its impact on junior high school students’ motivation are good places to find these sources. The findings indicate that the Jigsaw method significantly increases student engagement and motivation. Students are divided into diverse groups where each member learns a specific section of the material, the Jigsaw method encourages collaboration and peer teaching, which are essential for developing social skills and a sense of responsibility among students. This confirms that the Jigsaw method is a viable strategy for improving student motivation and learning outcomes in a junior high school setting.  

Sustainable Food Yard (P2L) is one of the priority programs in maintaining community food security. However, in the implementation of the program there are still problems, including the late delivery of assistance which has an impact on the delay in the implementation of activities so that the P2L program does not run in accordance with the technical instructions that have been issued each year, and assistance that is less than optimal. The purpose of this study was to determine and analyze the effectiveness of the program to increase diversification and community food security through sustainable food yard activities (P2L) in farm women's groups in South Tangerang City. The method in this research is a qualitative approach with descriptive method. Data collection techniques used three ways, observation, interviews, and documentation studies. Then the collected data were analyzed using data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing techniques. The results showed that the achievement of the program has not yet shown the expected effectiveness due to the delay in disbursement of funds which has an impact on the delay in the implementation of activities and has not yet achieved the program objectives in fulfilling food and nutrition sources, especially for stunting so that it has not been able to contribute to helping Posyandu in providing animal protein in the stunting locus determined by the Mayor of South Tangerang. The integration indicator is not yet fully effective because there are still farm women groups that have not received intensive assistance from the program assistants. In addition, the implementation of P2L procedures applied in South Tangerang City has not been maximized because the concept of seedling houses is not suitable for the hot conditions in South Tangerang City. The adaptation indicator has not run optimally because the use of facilities and infrastructure for P2L activities is still limited to conventional agricultural tools.  

This study aims to examine the illegal land ownership of the Pusong Reservoir in Banda Sakti Subdistrict, Lhokseumawe City by the local community, viewed from the perspective of Islamic law, specifically the concept of milk al-daulah, and national legislation, particularly Law No. 17 of 2019 on Water Resources. The phenomenon of land ownership in the reservoir has resulted in various impacts, including ecosystem damage and the potential for conflicts between the community and the government. This research uses a juridical-sociological approach with a descriptive-analytical qualitative method. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and literature studies. The findings show that the community’s ownership of the reservoir land, which is used for business and residential purposes, is in conflict with the principle of milk al-daulah and Law No. 17 of 2019, which stipulates that water resources are controlled by the state and must be used for public interest. The weak implementation of government oversight in managing this land has led to an imbalance between the interests of the community and the state. This study recommends better management of the reservoir land to ensure ecosystem sustainability and community welfare.  

The aim of this research is to explore the implementation of the Hajj pilgrimage in the development of an egiliterary attitude which is studied from a sociological perspective. This research uses a qualitative approach with a library study type of research. The data sources used were the Al Qur'an and Hadith, as well as books and journals related to the theme of Hajj and the development of egalitarian attitudes. The results of this research show that several developments were found in the formation of egalitarian attitudes after carrying out the Hajj in society. The Hajj pilgrimage, which is one of the pillars of Islam, brings together Muslims from various social, economic and cultural backgrounds in the Holy Land. The process of carrying out the Hajj which involves certain rituals, such as Tawaf and Sa'i, teaches the values of simplicity and sincerity. All pilgrims, regardless of social status, wear the same ihram clothing, symbolic of the elimination of differences. This encourages individuals to internalize the principles of egalitarianism, eliminate discriminatory traits, and strengthen solidarity.  

This research aims to analyze the influence of the application of information technology on increasing the efficiency of business processes in the banking sector. In an increasingly competitive and dynamic business environment, operational efficiency is one of the keys to success for banks. The application of information technology through various digital systems, such as Internet Banking, Mobile Banking, and cloud computing-based platforms, has been proven to speed up transactions and reduce operational costs. Apart from that, automating business processes through ERP and CRM also increases accuracy and makes data-based decision making easier. However, the implementation of this technology faces challenges, such as limited technical skills and organizational cultural resistance. However, proper use of IT can increase productivity, customer satisfaction and strengthen the bank's competitive position. This research provides insight into the importance of IT investment in supporting digital transformation and operational efficiency in the banking sector.

This study aims to explore the barriers and drivers of halal supply chain integration by conducting a qualitative analysis of existing literature. Employing a library research method, the study synthesizes findings from academic publications, reports, and case studies to identify key factors influencing the adoption and implementation of halal supply chain practices. The analysis reveals that barriers such as lack of standardization, high operational costs, and insufficient stakeholder awareness hinder integration, while drivers like increasing consumer demand for halal products, regulatory support, and technological advancements facilitate its growth. The findings highlight the need for collaborative efforts among industry stakeholders to address the identified challenges and enhance halal supply chain efficiency. This research provides valuable insights for policymakers, businesses, and researchers to foster the development of a robust halal supply chain ecosystem.

The management of tourist attractions and public facilities has undergone a significant transformation in recent years in line with technological developments. Previously, management was carried out manually by involving a lot of labor and human resources to maintain and manage its operations. However, digitalization has changed the way management is more efficient and organized. Digital-based systems are now widely applied to facilitate visitor access while increasing the effectiveness of tourist attraction management.  Digitalization aims to create a mutually beneficial relationship between managers and visitors through an optimally designed system. This study aims to analyze the design and design of the digital management system applied to Dalegan Beach in Gresik Regency, East Java. This system is expected to be able to simplify the administrative process, improve the visitor experience, and optimize the management of existing resources. Through a systematic approach, this research explores the functional and technical needs to create effective technology-based solutions. The implementation of this system is expected to be an example of the application of digitalization in the management of other tourist attractions, so that it can support the development of the tourism sector and increase competitiveness in an increasingly competitive industry.

This community service program aims to enhance the productivity of students (santri) at Padepokan Siti Dhumillah, Bogor, by leveraging agribusiness and business education approaches. Utilizing local agricultural produce such as chili peppers and tomatoes, the program fosters value-added product innovation through the production of sambal under the brand "Nyambel Neh." It is designed to integrate education on technology, online marketing, and business operations, enabling students to acquire not only technical skills but also a comprehensive understanding of agribusiness opportunities. The implementation method involves dividing tasks into specific divisions, including equipment, production, and marketing, supported by mentors providing direct education. Program stages include business and technology education, transforming raw materials into market-ready products, and marketing these products through both online and offline platforms. Outcomes from the program include the creation of three modernly packaged sambal variants, the development of visionary and creative student personalities, and the increased economic sustainability potential of the Padepokan through business diversification. This program aspires to become a model for student empowerment, focusing not only on economic benefits but also on building human resource capacity to compete in the future. By optimizing technology and adopting practice-based learning, students are expected to independently create new business opportunities centered around agribusiness.

In the modern era marked by technological advances, the use of smartphones has become an important part of everyday life. This technological advancement encourages people to continue to update the way they carry out their daily activities. Smartphones make various activities easier, including long-distance communication which now feels closer thanks to sophisticated technology. This sophistication is enjoyed by various groups regardless of age or profession. The digital payment system has experienced rapid development, providing significant convenience for its users. This technology plays a strategic role in encouraging the revitalization of MSMEs by offering fast, safe, and efficient transaction solutions. In the context of developing MSME digitalization, the digital payment system not only makes it easier for business actors to manage transactions but also increases consumer convenience in shopping. With proper implementation, digital payments support the operational efficiency of MSMEs, expand market access, and accelerate the adoption of the digital ecosystem. Based on research results, the use of digital payment systems has been proven to contribute positively to the transformation of MSMEs, helping them become more competitive and able to adapt amidst changes in the increasingly digital economic landscape. This emphasizes the importance of adopting digital payment technology as an integral part of the MSME revitalization strategy. This study aims to analyze the positive impact of the use of technology, especially in online marketing, digital payment systems on the revitalization of MSMEs.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the economic sector, particularly MSMEs, which have struggled to adapt to the digital era. This report discusses the implementation of a community empowerment program aimed at enhancing MSMEs' ability to utilize digital marketing through social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook. The program involved stages of FGD, surveys, socialization, training, mentoring, and evaluation. The culminating activity, a webinar titled "Optimizing Your Instagram for Business," was attended by 10 MSMEs. Evaluation results showed that the program successfully improved participants' understanding and skills in utilizing social media to boost sales. It is hoped that similar programs can continue to support MSMEs in facing the challenges of the digital era and increase their contribution to the national economy.

Operational risk is one of the significant challenges that can hinder the achievement of a company's goals, especially in strategic departments such as the Engineering Department. Risk identification and mitigation are important steps to ensure smooth operations and maintain the company's overall productivity and performance. This study aims to evaluate and optimize operational risk mitigation strategies in the Engineering Department of PT XYZ, which operates in the cement production sector. With a qualitative approach, this study analyzes various risks faced, including design suitability, reliability of safety monitoring, and budget management. The results show that the implementation of systematic and proactive mitigation strategies can significantly reduce potential risks that can interfere with smooth operations. In addition, this study found that effective communication with stakeholders and the implementation of feedback from customers are essential to increase customer satisfaction and trust. The resulting recommendations include the preparation of project completion time standards, periodic evaluations of performance, and more detailed mapping of budget needs. Thus, this research contributes to the development of best practices that can be adopted by other companies in the same industry. The results of this study are expected to improve PT XYZ's operational performance and strengthen its position in a competitive market.

The development of information technology, especially digital media, has had a significant impact on various aspects of life, including education. In the context of Christian Religious Education (PAK) learning in Indonesia, digital media plays an important role in increasing students' understanding. The use of digital media in learning allows students to access richer and more varied sources of information, making it easier for them to understand Christian religious concepts in more depth. Apart from that, digital media can also be used to develop critical thinking skills and enrich students' learning experiences. This research aims to explore the role of digital media in increasing students' understanding of Christian Religious Education learning, as well as to identify the benefits and challenges faced in its implementation in Christian schools in Indonesia. By using a qualitative approach, this research provides insight into how digital media can be used effectively to support a Christian Religious Education learning process that is more interactive and relevant to current developments.