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Beginning readingability in childrenage5-6years is a basic skill that is very important in supporting their academic development. One effective method for improving this ability is through interesting and interactive media, such as picture word cards. This media is designed to introduce children to basic vocabulary with the help of appropriate pictures, and remember these words. Using picture word cards can strengthen children's reading skills, because they combine attractive visual elements with direct reading practice. Through fun games and activities, children can gradually learn to recognize words, improve their reading fluency and enrich their vocabulary. This approach also provides a pleasant experience, makes the process of learning to read more interesting and reduces the anxiety that may arise in children when learning to read. In this way, picture word cards become an effective medium in supporting the development of early reading skills in young children.

The study, titled "The Influence of the Structural Analytic Synthetic (SAS) Method on Improving Early Reading Skills," examines the factors that contribute to students' reading difficulties, including (1) lack of knowledge about letters and (2) inability to understand the meaning of sentences being read. Therefore, the researcher implemented the SAS method as a strategy for early reading instruction. This research employed a quantitative experimental method to improve the reading abilities of first-grade students at SDN Gili Anyar. The study adopted a one-group pre-experimental design, consisting of pre-test and post-test phases. A quota sampling technique was used to select 22 first-grade students as participants. Data were collected through tests and observations, and a z-test was employed to assess the differences in mean scores before and after the intervention. The findings are as follows: 1) The average reading ability of the students before the intervention (pre-test) was 81.37, categorized as sufficient. 2)After the intervention (post-test), the average score improved to 91.17, categorized as very good. 3)The study concludes that the hypothesis (H1) is accepted, indicating that the SAS method effectively enhances the reading skills of first-grade students at SDN Gili Anyar. 

Hafiz Quran Program at Al-Quran Education Park (TPQ) is an important initiative in Efforts to increase the interest in reading and understanding of Muslims towards the holy book. This research Aims to analyze the effectiveness of the Hafiz Quran program in TPQ, with a focus on Teaching methods, level of student achievement, as well as their impact on development Character. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach and Data collection through interviews, observations, and documentation studies. Results from research This shows that the program is not only successful in improving the ability Reading or memorizing Al-Quran, but also greatly contributes to the formation of morals And santri character. Interactive and fun teaching methods, as well as support from Competent teachers, become a determining factor in the success of the program. Other than that, there is Challenges in maintaining student motivation, especially in the long term. This research recommends the need for a more varied curriculum development and Training for teachers to overcome these challenges. Thus, the Hafiz program Quran in TPQ is expected to continue to contribute positively in the formation of a generation that Loves Al-Quran and has a good character.

This study aims to analyze the difference in students' reading comprehension ability between innovative and conventional teaching methods. The research uses a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design. The sample consists of 30 students, divided into two groups: the experimental group using innovative learning and the control group using conventional learning. Data was collected through a reading comprehension test and analyzed using an independent t-test. The results showed a significant difference between the two groups, with a t-value of 2.419 and a Sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.022, indicating that innovative learning is more effective in improving students' reading comprehension ability compared to conventional learning. These findings suggest that a more interactive and technology-based learning approach can enhance students' understanding. Therefore, innovative learning can be considered more effective in developing students' cognitive abilities.

Early literacy materials can give a person softness of heart, critical thinking skills and creative understanding. The purpose of this study was to understand the ways in which teachers teach group B children aged 5-6 years about the concept of reading and to identify factors that may hinder the successful implementation of these strategies. This study utilized a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. Data was collected by conducting observations, interviews and documentation. The research noted that teachers apply a variety of strategies in introducing core reading concepts including; whiteboard media as an opener, coloring as a habituation in recognizing letters, letter guessing games with smart wall media, storytelling, stage books. The implementation of these strategies has been quite optimally done at Ra Al-Kamal because the teachers are very enthusiastic and fast so that the learning process is carried out conducively. 

The development of technology and information is increasingly rapid. This of course requires the ability of students to face and anticipate it. One of the abilities that students must have is literacy. However, in fact, students in Indonesia still really need strengthening in the field of literacy. Various existing surveys show that these two capabilities have not experienced significant improvement. The same thing was also experienced by students at SMA Negeri 6 Purworejo. For this reason, a comprehensive and continuous effort is needed to improve this capability. Based on these situations and conditions, the Muhammadiyah University Purworejo Service Team built a collaboration with SMA Negeri 6 Purworejo to improve literacy skills for the school's residents. The theme raised was "Strengthening Literacy for Students, Teachers and Education Personnel at SMA Negeri 6 Purworejo". The activity begins with activity planning. Then, it continued with socialization activities and presentation of literacy strengthening strategies that could be carried out at the school. This activity was attended by approximately 300 students, 20 teachers and 12 education staff on October 25 2024 at the Outdoor High School 6 Purworejo. Strengthening strategies that must be implemented by SMA Negeri 6 Purworejo to strengthen literacy include: providing a literacy-friendly physical environment, getting used to reading 15 minutes before the first hour of learning begins, optimizing the role/function of the library, making visits to bookstores, optimizing corners. reading in every classroom, optimizing a school literacy team, and carrying out regular evaluations and follow-ups related to the literacy program that has been implemented.

The ability to read the Qur'an is an essential skill that every Muslim should possess. However, current trends show a decline in Qur'anic literacy levels in Indonesia. According to data, about 65% of Muslims in Indonesia are still unable to read the Qur'an. One way to address this issue is by implementing an effective Qur'anic learning method. This community service program uses a Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach, actively involving students, religious teachers, and school staff. Over the course of six months, 45 female students participated in Qur'anic learning using the Tilawati method. The evaluation results showed a 75% improvement in their Qur'anic reading ability, with 85% of the students able to read the Qur'an correctly and in accordance with tajwid rules. Additionally, the program successfully formed independent study groups and created local leaders among the students. The implementation of the Tilawati method also had a positive impact on the family environment, strengthened the school's commitment to Qur'anic literacy programs, and encouraged a shift in the students' mindset toward Qur'anic learning. The sustainability of this program is ensured through the establishment of an organizational structure and a systematic evaluation mechanism.

The low level of literacy in the digital era is one of the main challenges facing Indonesia including in Dersalam Village, Kudus Regency, Central Java. Digital literacy, containing the ability to access, manage, and evaluate sources of information is essential for boosting productivity in people’s lives. PPK Ormawa program from Universitas Muria Kudus took place in Dersalam Village aiming to improve digital literacy among the community by establishing five Reading Corners, Technology Reading Corner is one of it. This program is implemented within three stages: observation, setting up the spot, and conducting educational activities from August to November 2024. At the Technology Reading Corner, People are trained to use Microsoft Office, and are introduced to future technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI). The results indicate an increase in the community’s learning interest and digital skills, particularly in operating technological devices to support their daily activities and even their entrepreneurship. Through this initiative, there is a strong hope that Dersalam can become one of a smart village, more adaptive to technological advancements, by enhancing the digital literacy of their people as a first step toward sustainable social transformation.

The purpose of MBKM student activities at MI Darul Ulum Palangka Raya is to help students learn to read the Qur'an. This study also involved teachers who teach Iqro and Al-Qur'an. This division is made to ensure that all activities are carried out correctly and instructions run smoothly until completion. The general and specific objectives of teaching the Quran are to build and develop individual Muslims who believe, fear Allah SWT, have noble character, and are useful for society. Students should be able to read the hijaiyah letters in order and correctly and memorize the sound of the reading. This is the ideal standard for the ability to read the Qur'an. Quran teaching activities take place for five days a week, starting after dawn, around 06.30-07.10 WIB. There are about 30 students taught by one teacher, MI Darul Ulum Palangka Raya teacher.

Assistance with tajweed learning activities aims to improve children's ability to read the Qur'an in Silandit village, especially around the Mardiyah mosque, this tajweed learning assistance activity teaches children to read the Qur'an with tartil using the laws and rules of tajweed science that are good and correct, using the direct practice method can make it easier for children to understand what the teacher means because with this method the teacher can see the extent of children's development in understanding the study of tajweed by directly practicing what the teacher means. This mentoring method is carried out using the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method. The preparations that we prepared in this mentoring included preparing tajweed learning materials, followed by carrying out learning mentoring by adjusting to children's studies and focusing on the study of tajweed, then practicing direct tartil reading according to the rules of tajweed followed by children. The result of this assistance is that the assistance carried out at the Mardiyah Silandit mosque can regenerate children's enthusiasm in studying, repeating and improving the reading of the Qur'an and adding insight so that children are able to read the Qur'an tartil in accordance with the study and rules of tajweed science.

of literacy activities in improving the reading ability of fourth grade students at Nursyamsiani Islamic Private Elementary School. How to implement literacy activities in improving students' reading skills and what are the obstacles and solutions in implementing the school literacy. The purpose of this research is to describe the process of implementing Literacy Activities in Improving the Reading Ability of Class IV Students at Nursyamsiani Islamic Private Elementary School. This type of research is qualitative with a descriptive approach. The subjects of this research are school principals, teachers, fourth grade students and other school members. The complete documents in this research are documents related to literacy activities such as infrastructure, literacy activity processes, and other teaching tools. There are 3 data collection techniques in this research, namely, interviews, observation and documentation. Based on research conducted, the implementation of School Literacy activities has a very important role in improving the reading ability of fourth grade students at the Nursyamsiani Islamic Private Elementary School.

The development of the art of reading the Qur'an (tilawah) plays an important role in maintaining the Qur'anic tradition in North Sumatra, especially since this region is one of the regions actively involved in organizing the Musabaqah Tilawatil Qur'an (MTQ). However, the quality of development at the district/city level is not evenly distributed, thus impacting the ability of qari and qari'ah to achieve professional tilawah standards. This study aims to analyze the development program of the art of reading the Qur'an implemented by the LPTQ of North Sumatra Province, including the form of activities, implementation mechanisms, and its effectiveness in improving participant competence. The research method uses a descriptive qualitative approach through direct observation of development activities, analysis of official institutional documents, and supporting documentation related to the training process and implementation of the MTQ. The results show that the LPTQ development program includes routine development, Training Center (TC), and Training of Trainers (ToT), each of which has a different contribution to improving participant abilities. Routine development serves as a foundation, TC has proven to be most effective in maturing participants before the MTQ, while ToT plays a role in increasing the capacity of trainers in the region. However, the program's overall effectiveness remains hampered by a limited number of expert trainers, limited facilities, regional disparities, and low interest among young people in the art of tilawah. This study concludes that training needs to be strengthened through equitable distribution of trainers, increased program intensity, utilization of digital media, and more stable budget support to achieve sustainable tilawah training in North Sumatra.

The tahsin Al-Qur’an program is designed to improve the ability to recite the Qur’an in accordance with the rules of tajwid and the principle of tartil. This study examines the implementation of the tahsin program in enhancing the quality of Qur’anic recitation among students at Yayasan Griya Fadhilah Al-Qur’an, with reference to Qur’an Surah Al-Muzammil verse 4 as a normative foundation. This research employs a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through observation of the learning process, interviews with instructors and program administrators, and analysis of program documents. The findings indicate that the tahsin program is implemented in a structured manner through training in makhārij al-ḥurūf, strengthening of ṣifāt al-ḥurūf, application of tajwid rules, and habituation of gradual and continuous Qur’anic recitation. The implementation of the program contributes to improved accuracy of pronunciation, fluency of recitation, and students’ awareness of the importance of reciting the Qur’an in accordance with Islamic teachings. Therefore, the tahsin program plays a significant role in improving the quality of Qur’anic recitation among students. Overall, this tahsin program not only improves the quality of Quran reading, but also deepens students' understanding of the values ​​contained in the Quran.

Early childhood, commonly referred to as AUD (Anak Usia Dini), is the period from birth to six years old, which is crucial for the development of character and personality. At this stage, support from both parents and teachers is essential to help optimize children's potential according to their characteristics. One important aspect of early childhood development is language skills, which include listening, speaking, writing, and reading. Reading is a fundamental ability, as it serves as the foundation for developing other skills. In kindergarten-aged children, reading ability is known as emergent or beginning reading.This research aims to improve the beginning reading skills of children at PAUD Imanuel Maubele through the use of picture word card media. The research employs a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach following the Kemmis and McTaggart model, which consists of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages, implemented in two cycles. The study involved 24 children aged 5-6 years, consisting of 14 girls and 10 boys. Data were collected using observation sheets.The pre-action observations showed that the children's beginning reading skills were still low, with an average achievement of only 42.59%. After implementing the first cycle, the average increased to 68.34%, with two children reaching the class success indicators. In the second cycle, the results showed a significant improvement, with an average achievement of 95.57%. These findings indicate that using picture word card media can effectively enhance the beginning reading abilities of early childhood students at PAUD Imanuel Maubele.

Religious education plays a very important role in shaping the discipline and moral character of students, especially at the primary level. This community service aims to assist students of class VI A at MI Darul Ulum Palangka Raya in tadarus Juz Amma, reciting Asmaul Husna, and reciting the obligatory prayers, as an effort to improve the discipline of worship. This activity uses the ABCD (Asset-Based Community Development) method, which utilises school assets and the potential of students and teachers. MBKM Teaching Assistance programme students play an active role in collaboration with the VI A class teacher to accompany students during the activity. The results of this assistance show significant improvement in students, especially in the ability to read the Qur'an with tartil and correct tajweed, memorise Asmaul Husna, and recite prayer readings correctly. This activity, which is routinely carried out every morning, not only improves the understanding of worship techniques, but also familiarises students to carry out worship consistently. This assistance fosters students' sense of responsibility and discipline in carrying out worship obligations.

The program of efforts to improve the quality of educational facilities and infrastructure services at TKK St. Michael Baobolak, the development of economic literacy in the Maryke Village community aims to improve the quality of educational services at TK St. Michael Baobolak through the provision of facilities and infrastructure that are still inadequate, such as teaching aids, reading books, and play equipment. Thus, it is expected to create a more conducive and enjoyable learning environment for children, and support their optimal growth and development. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. Data were collected through direct observation, interviews with related parties such as the principal, teachers, and staff, as well as documentation related to educational facilities and infrastructure at TKK St. Michael Baobolak. The results of the study showed that this program succeeded in improving the quality of educational facilities and infrastructure services at TKK St. Michael Baobolak. On the other hand, the results of this activity have also provided coloring tools and alphabet posters. Coloring tools, such as crayons, colored pencils, and markers, are very important media to stimulate children's creativity. Through coloring activities, children not only train their fine motor skills, but also develop their imagination and ability to express themselves. Meanwhile, alphabet posters serve as effective visual aids to help children recognize letters and build the foundations of reading skills, thus having a positive impact on their well-being.

This research investigates students’ perceptions of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a tool for learning English at MTsN 4 North Aceh. Quantitative descriptive method was employed in this study that involving 40 students as participants. Data were collected through Likert-scale questionnaires and semi-structured interviews to assess students’ attitudes towards AI in relation to motivation, and skill development (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). The results indicate that most students perceive AI positively, appreciating its ability to enhance their understanding of English materials, increase motivation, and provide real-time feedback. Many students highlighted that AI tools offered interactive and flexible learning opportunities. Overall, artificial intelligence (AI) is not seen as a replacement for conventional teaching, even though it is a useful tool for learning English. The best strategy could be to combine AI with human instruction, maintaining a balance between the flexibility and immediate feedback that AI offers and the individualized help that teachers can provide.

Based on the background of the problem that the author puts forward, namely that the author focuses on the problem as the implementation of the tartil method in reading the Al-Qur’an at TPQ Al-Hidayah Jorong Parik Gadang. This research is a type of qualitative research with a descriptive approach. Implemented at tpq Al-Hidayah Jorong Parik Gadang in August 2023 until completion. The research subjects were teachers and students of tpq Al-Hidayah. The key informant is the techer, the supporting informant is the student. Data collection using interviews, observation, dokumentation. Validity techniques use source triangulary and engineering triangulary. Based on the results of research conducted in the application of reading the Al-Qur’an at tpq Al-Hidayah Jorong parik Gadang using the tartil method, namely effective in reading using the tartil method, in the application process it can be seen that stuudents have practiced how to read the Al-Qur’an well andin reading it they are fluent, true in accordance with the science of tajwid, fashaha, and rhythm, but there are some students who cannot yet because they have holidays, or don’t pay enough attention and pay attention to the teacher, therefore the application of the tartil method in readingthe Al-Qur’an in tpq al Guidance is effective in improving the ability to read the Al-Qur’an

This community service program aims to build religious awareness in the community through Maghrib Tilawah activities at the At-Takwa Mosque, Baru Village, Asahan Regency. This program focuses on children and adolescents, with the aim of getting them used to reading the Qur'an after Maghrib prayers. In this activity, participants are accompanied by ustadz and Community Service (KKN) students who provide guidance on tajwid and correct reading. In addition to improving the ability to read the Qur'an, this activity also teaches Islamic moral values ​​and behavior through short lectures delivered after the tilawah session. Based on the results of observations, this activity succeeded in attracting the active participation of around 30 participants each night. The positive impact can be seen from the increase in the ability to read the Qur'an and changes in the behavior of participants who become more religious. Some challenges in implementing the program include fluctuations in the number of participants and the need for extra guidance for children who still have limitations in reading the Qur'an. With continuous evaluation and adjustment, this program is expected to continue to contribute to increasing religious awareness in the community, as well as creating a strong foundation for the future Qur'anic generation.

The ability to read the Koran well, correctly (tajwid) and beautifully (qiro'ah) is very important for every Muslim. This research was carried out by involving KKN students who collaborated with this institution to organize interactive and interesting learning programs. The method used is Participation Action Research (PAR). The research results show that this activity not only improves Al-Qur'an reading skills, but also builds children's interest and motivation to learn. In addition, this program has succeeded in involving parents and the community in supporting children's religious education, creating a positive learning environment. Thus, the role of KKN students has proven to be significant in the development of religious education in the community and a significant increase in certain aspects, such as recitation, recitation and interest in reading the Al-Qur'an. This research recommends increasing collaboration between educational institutions and the community for the sustainability of Al-Qur'an-based education programs in the future.