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This study aims to analyze the role of Islamic Religious Counselors as street-level bureaucrats in implementing Islamic Community Guidance policies in Batang Regency. The study used a mixed-methods approach with a sequential explanatory design, beginning with the collection and analysis of quantitative data and then deepening with qualitative data. Quantitative data were obtained from 53 respondents using a questionnaire that was tested for validity and reliability. In contrast, qualitative data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation with religious counselors, Ministry of Religious Affairs officials, the KUA (Office of Religious Affairs), and the community. Data analysis was conducted descriptively and analytically using Michael Lipsky's street-level bureaucracy theory as an analytical framework. The study's results indicate that the role of Islamic Religious Extension Workers as street-level bureaucrats is positively and strongly associated with the successful implementation of the Islamic Community Guidance policy (r = 0.826; p < 0.01). Qualitative findings revealed that extension workers exercise discretion in the form of community assistance, adjustments to extension methods, strategic flexibility, and responsiveness to socio-religious issues at the local level. This study confirms that the effectiveness of Islamic Community Guidance policies is not determined solely by formal policy design but is highly dependent on the capacity, flexibility, and discretion of Islamic Religious Counselors, the implementing actors at the field level. These findings provide theoretical contributions to the development of street-level bureaucracy studies in the context of religious policy, as well as practical implications for formulating more contextual and responsive policies.

This research aims to determine the influence of e-commerce and accounting information systems (AIS) on entrepreneurial decision making among accounting students at the economics and business faculty, Nusa Nipa University, Maumere. The type of research used is quantitative research. This research data method uses primary data which means the respondents' answers to the questionnaire statements distributed and then measured using a Likert scale. The total sample was 38 accounting student respondents. The data collection technique is by distributing questionnaires using Google Forms which have been tested for validity and reliability, multiple linear regression analysis tests, hypothesis testing via the t test and f test, as well as the coefficient of determination (R2). In processing the data using SPSS version 23. Based on the research results, E-Commerce has a positive and significant effect on Decision Making for Entrepreneurship, the Accounting Information System has a positive and significant effect on Decision Making for Entrepreneurship, E-Commerce and the Accounting Information System together have a positive effect on Decision Making for Entrepreneurship.

Human resource management plays an important role because human resources are the main asset in determining the success of an organization. This study aims to analyze the effect of work-life balance and work environment on employee job satisfaction at PT. Sentratek Adi Mitra, North Jakarta. The research sample consisted of 35 employees selected using non-probability sampling techniques with a saturated sampling method. This study used a quantitative method with primary data obtained through observation and questionnaires. Data analysis was performed using IBM SPSS Statistics version 27 through validity, reliability, classical assumptions, multiple linear regression, t-test, F-test, and coefficient of determination (R²) tests. The results showed that work-life balance had a positive and significant effect on employee job satisfaction with a t-value of 5.526 > t-table 2.037 and a sig. value of 0.000 < 0.05. The work environment also has a positive and significant effect on job satisfaction with a t-value of 3.421 > t-table 2.037 and a sig. value of 0.002 < 0.05. Simultaneously, work-life balance and work environment have a positive and significant effect on employee job satisfaction with an F test result of 39.372 > 3.28 and a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05.

This study aims to analyze the influence of digitalization on the lifestyles of students at Universitas Nasional Pasim. The research employs a quantitative approach through field survey methods, targeting a population of 123 students from the Faculty of Economics, Class of 2025. A minimum sample size of 56 respondents was determined using the Slovin formula. The sampling technique utilized was purposive sampling, while data analysis involved validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, and multiple regression analysis to determine the relationships between variables. Empirical results indicate that digitalization has a positive and significant influence on student lifestyles, with the F-calculated value exceeding the F-table at the specified level of significance. The R-Square value further explains the contribution of the digitalization variable to changes in the respondents' lifestyles. The findings reveal positive impacts such as increased academic efficiency, instant access to information, and the convenience of transactions through practical digital payment systems. Conversely, negative impacts identified include a rise in consumptive behavior driven by cashless and paylater features, where student budgets are increasingly used for non-academic purposes. Furthermore, high intensity of social media usage triggers the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) phenomenon and a decline in real-world social interaction. In conclusion, digitalization is a pivotal factor in shaping modern student lifestyles. It is essential to enhance financial literacy and strengthen self-control to minimize the negative impacts of technology in the future.

The principal’s leadership plays a strategic role in determining the direction and quality of educational implementation in schools. This study aims to analyze the implementation of integrative leadership based on prophetic values through the application of transformational, instructional, and servant leadership styles at SMA Muhammadiyah PK Kottabarat Surakarta. Islamic-based schools face challenges in integrating academic excellence with the development of religious character; therefore, a leadership model is required that is not only managerially effective but also morally and spiritually grounded. This research employed a qualitative approach with a field study design. Data were collected through participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, and were analyzed using interactive analysis techniques with triangulation to ensure data validity. The findings indicate that the integration of transformational, instructional, and servant leadership forms an Islamic Integrative Leadership model that combines a vision for change, the strengthening of learning quality, and the values of service and exemplary conduct within an Islamic framework. Transformational leadership fosters a shared vision and an innovative culture; instructional leadership enhances the quality of the learning process through effective academic supervision; while servant leadership creates a humanistic and participatory school climate. This leadership model contributes to improving teacher professionalism, strengthening students’ character, and establishing a religious school culture oriented toward holistic and sustainable educational quality.

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is one of the personality assessment tools that is often used to identify individual psychological tendencies, including in the context of higher education. In the student environment, MBTI is widely used as a means of self-introduction, adjustment of learning styles, increasing the effectiveness of group work, and career planning. This article aims to examine the relevance of the application of MBTI among students using a literature study approach. The research method used is in the form of a review of various literature sources, such as scientific journals, books, and academic articles that discuss the basic concept of MBTI, its implementation in the field of education, and critical views regarding its limitations. The results of the study show that MBTI has a fairly relevant role as a non-diagnostic instrument in helping students understand their potential, learning preferences, and social and academic interaction patterns. In addition, the appropriate use of MBTI can support improved learning quality, teamwork effectiveness, and academic counseling services. However, a number of literature highlights the limitations of MBTI, especially regarding aspects of validity and reliability, so it is not recommended to be used as the sole basis for academic or psychological decision-making. Thus, MBTI remains relevant for students if used wisely, contextually, and based on a strong scientific foundation to support students' academic and personality development.

This study aims to determine the influence of Product Quality, Price Perception, and Brand Image on Purchase Decisions in Shopee application users in South Jakarta. The population in this study is Shopee application users in South Jakarta who have made purchases in the last six months. The research sample was determined using the Non Probability Sampling method with the Lemeshow formula and obtained as many as 96 respondents who were considered to represent the characteristics of the population. Data was collected through a questionnaire with a Likert scale distributed through Google Form, then processed using Microsoft Excel 365 and SPSS software version 29 for descriptive analysis and hypothesis testing. The analysis techniques used included validity tests, reliability, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression analysis, as well as t-tests and F-tests. The results showed that Product Quality, Price Perception, and Brand Image had a significant effect on Purchase Decisions in Shopee application users, both partially and simultaneously, which indicates the importance of marketing strategies based on product and brand values in improving consumer purchase decisions.

This study explores emotional instability and its impact on happiness, focusing on Positive Psychology, Neurobiology, and Stoicism. It aims to identify factors influencing instability of happiness, including stress, social support, and neurobiological dynamics. The research seeks to develop effective strategies to enhance emotional stability and long-term well-being, contributing to theories and practices for fostering enduring happiness in individuals and society. This study employs a qualitative approach, combining in-depth interviews and document analysis to explore emotional instability and strategies for lasting happiness. Nine participants from psychology, neurobiology, and Stoicism fields share personal experiences through narrative analysis, identifying patterns in happiness fluctuations. A comprehensive literature review enhances findings, ensuring validity, credibility, and a holistic understanding of factors influencing emotional well-being.Research reveals happiness is multifaceted, influenced by psychology, neurobiology, and philosophy. Factors like stress, personality, and social support impact emotional stability. Positive psychology emphasizes gratitude, mindfulness, and cognitive restructuring. Stoicism focuses on self-control, acceptance, and living virtuously. Neurobiology highlights the role of brain chemistry and lifestyle factors like diet and exercise. By integrating these perspectives, individuals can cultivate resilience, manage emotions, and enhance overall well-being.This research examines emotional instability and its impact on happiness, combining insights from Positive Psychology, Neurobiology, and Stoicism. Key factors include stress, neurochemical imbalances, and social support. Strategies such as emotional regulation, mindfulness, and resilience-building enhance stability. The study highlights the integration of ancient wisdom and modern science to foster enduring happiness and improve overall well-being.

Advances in information technology have driven the transformation of banking services towards digitalization through mobile banking. Bank Central Asia (BCA), one of the largest private banks in Indonesia, offers m-BCA services to facilitate quick, practical, and efficient customer transactions. However, issues such as delayed notifications, system disruptions, and login problems still exist. This study aims to evaluate m-BCA user satisfaction using the PIECES Framework, which consists of six dimensions: Performance, Information, Economy, Control and Security, Efficiency, and Service. A descriptive quantitative approach was used, with a questionnaire distributed to 105 active m-BCA users in South Jakarta. Data were analyzed using mean values to assess satisfaction levels for each dimension, and validity and reliability tests were conducted. The results showed average scores of 4.02 for Performance, 4.08 for Information, 4.08 for Economy, 4.18 for Control and Security, 4.20 for Efficiency, and 4.09 for Service. The overall score of 4.10 falls into the "Satisfied" category. The highest score was for Efficiency, indicating strong support for users’ banking activities, while the Performance dimension scored lower, suggesting room for improvement. Overall, users are satisfied with m-BCA, but system performance improvements are needed for service stability and sustained satisfaction.

This research aims to analyze the quality of electronic services (E-Service Quality) on user satisfaction of the DANA digital wallet application in the West Jakarta area. The evolution of financial technology (fintech) in Indonesia has encouraged rapid growth in the use of digital wallets, including DANA which is recorded to have more than 200 million users by 2024. However, this rapid growth is still marred by a number of user complaints regarding system reliability, service response speed and transaction security. Therefore, this study is important to evaluate how much e-service quality dimensions influence user satisfaction levels. The research method used is a quantitative approach with an associative type of research. Data was collected through questionnaires from 100 respondents who were active users of the DANA application in the West Jakarta area using a purposive sampling technique. Data analysis was carried out using SPSS software through validity tests, reliability tests, and simple linear regression analysis. The research results show that E-Service Quality has a positive and significant effect on user satisfaction of the DANA application with a coefficient of determination (R Square) of 0.907, which means that 90.7% of the variation in user satisfaction can be explained by the E-Service Quality variable, while the remaining 9.3% is influenced by other factors outside the research model. The results of the significance test (t test) show a significance value (Sig. < 0.05) which indicates that the influence of E-Service Quality on user satisfaction has been proven to be statistically significant. The results of this study are expected to serve as evaluation material for DANA application managers in improving the quality of digital services, particularly in terms of efficiency, system reliability, security, and user responsiveness. Furthermore, this research is expected to provide theoretical contributions to the development of studies in the field of information systems and digital service management.

The waiting time for outpatient pharmacy services at Permata Jonggol Hospital had not met the minimum service standards, potentially reducing service quality and patient satisfaction. This issue was suspected to be influenced by human resource (HR) competence, service regulations, and the utilization of the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS). This study aimed to analyze the effect of HR competence and service regulations on pharmacy waiting time, with HMIS utilization as an intervening variable. The study used a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design. Data were collected at a single point in time using instruments that had been tested for validity and reliability. The data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The results showed that HR competence, service regulations, and HMIS utilization simultaneously had a significant effect on pharmacy waiting time. Partially, HR competence and service regulations significantly affected HMIS utilization and waiting time. HMIS utilization also significantly influenced waiting time and mediated the relationship between HR competence, service regulations, and pharmacy waiting time. In conclusion, improving pharmacists’ competence, strengthening service regulations, and optimizing HMIS utilization in an integrated manner were important strategies to reduce waiting time and improve service efficiency and quality

The retail industry is currently facing increasingly intense competition, requiring optimal supply chain efficiency. Warehouses play a strategic role in controlling inventory flows and supporting a company’s operational performance. At K3Mart, stock shortages are still frequently found, caused by low supplier compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLA) and delays in delivery schedules, which negatively affect distribution processes and store service quality. This study aims to analyze the effect of supplier compliance with SLA and delivery timeliness on warehouse operational performance at K3Mart. This research employs a quantitative method by distributing questionnaires to 40 respondents from the warehouse, purchasing, and procurement divisions using a saturated sampling technique. The research instrument uses a Likert scale. Data analysis was conducted using validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression analysis, t-test, F-test, and coefficient of determination with the assistance of SPSS software. The results show that supplier compliance with SLA and delivery timeliness have a positive and significant effect, both partially and simultaneously, on warehouse operational performance. Therefore, improving supplier compliance with SLA and delivery timeliness can enhance optimal warehouse operational performance.

This study investigates the effectiveness of implementing group counseling services using self-regulation learning strategies to improve students' learning discipline. Learning discipline plays a crucial role as a determining factor of academic success; nevertheless, many senior high school students still demonstrate weaknesses in managing their time and fulfilling their academic responsibilities. This study adopted a quantitative approach through a quasi-experimental method utilizing a pre-test and post-test control group design. Subjects were selected using purposive sampling technique with low learning discipline scores as the primary selection criterion. Data were collected using a learning discipline scale that had been tested for its validity and reliability. Hypothesis testing was conducted through a paired sample t-test to detect changes occurring before and after the intervention was administered. The results demonstrated a meaningful improvement in students' learning discipline following participation in group counseling sessions incorporating self-regulation strategies. This technique proved beneficial in helping students plan, monitor, and evaluate their learning activities in a more structured manner. These findings suggest that incorporating self-regulation learning into group counseling has strong potential to become a leading strategy for school counselors in enhancing student discipline and academic achievement.

The purpose of this study was to explore the extent to which the Somatic, Auditory, Visual, and Intellectual (SAVI) learning model can improve students' understanding of Fiqh at MTs Negeri 2 Cilacap. The background of this study is the low level of student understanding, which is caused by a teaching approach that is still teacher-focused, resulting in less student involvement in the learning process. This study used a quantitative approach with a Quasi-Experimental Non-Equivalent Control Group Design. The research sample consisted of two classes, namely the experimental class and the control class, each containing 31 students. The research instrument was a Fiqh understanding test whose validity and reliability had been tested. The resulting data analysis test, which was carried out using a normality test, showed that all test items were declared valid (0.101 > 0.05), as well as the homogeneity test (0.773 > 0.05) and the t-test (0.025). so that Ho was rejected and Ha was accepted, meaning there was a difference between the control class and the experimental class. The results of the study show the effectiveness of the SAVI learning model on students' understanding of Islamic jurisprudence at MTs Negeri 2 Cilacap.

Educational institutions increasingly face competitive pressures in attracting and maintaining student enrollment, particularly within the private school sector. This study examines educational marketing strategies implemented to increase student enrollment in Catholic private schools. The research focuses on two institutions, namely SMA Strada Santo Thomas Aquino and SMA Katolik Lia Stephanie, which demonstrate different enrollment trends and marketing approaches. A qualitative exploratory method was employed to understand institutional strategies and marketing practices in their natural contexts. Data were collected through observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation conducted between August and December 2025. Data validity was ensured through source and technique triangulation, while analysis followed the Miles, Huberman, and Saldana model consisting of data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that both schools implement educational marketing strategies based on the marketing mix framework (7P), including product, price, place, promotion, people, process, and physical evidence. SMA Strada Santo Thomas Aquino applies a community-relational approach that emphasizes Catholic values, alumni loyalty, school reputation, and word-of-mouth communication within community networks. SMA Katolik Lia Stephanie adopts a differentiation-professional approach by offering flagship academic programs, modern facilities, and structured promotional strategies coordinated by a dedicated marketing team. The effectiveness of these strategies is supported by church networks, alumni engagement, foundation support, and consistent educational service quality. Several challenges were identified, including limited marketing resources, insufficient digital marketing competence, and increasing competition among private schools. Strengthening adaptive and innovative marketing strategies is essential for maintaining institutional competitiveness and sustaining student enrollment in Catholic private educational institutions.

This research is based on the understanding that increasing the number of entrepreneurs is a crucial element for a country's economic growth. The contribution of the younger generation, especially college graduates, is vital in improving the quality of human resources and driving national economic growth. This study aims to examine the influence of entrepreneurship learning and entrepreneurial motivation on the entrepreneurial interest of students in the Economics Education study program at PGRI Wiranegara University. This education also has the potential to reduce unemployment and make entrepreneurship a promising career path. In addition to physical capital, interest and courage in entrepreneurship are crucial intangible assets for students in optimizing their potential and contributing to the country's economic growth. The method used in this study was quantitative with an associative design. Data were collected by distributing questionnaires to Economics Education students from the classes of 2021, 2022, and 2023 who had completed the "Entrepreneurship" course. Validity was tested using the Pearson correlation coefficient, while reliability was tested using the Cronbach's Alpha method. Data analysis was performed using multiple linear regression. Based on the results obtained, it was concluded that entrepreneurship learning and entrepreneurial motivation have both partial and simultaneous effects on entrepreneurial interest among students in the Economics Education Study Program at Universitas PGRI Wiranegara.

The quality of educational research is strongly influenced by the accuracy in defining the research population and selecting appropriate sampling procedures. Proper determination of population and sample is essential to ensure that research findings are valid and can be generalized to a broader context. However, many educational studies still provide limited and unsystematic explanations regarding how populations are defined, how samples are selected, and how sample sizes are determined in the research design. This lack of methodological clarity may reduce the credibility and reliability of research results. This study aims to examine the concepts of population and sample, various sampling techniques, and their implications for improving the quality of educational research. The study employed a literature review approach by synthesizing scientific articles and methodological references published within the last ten years that discuss population and sampling in educational research. The results of the review indicate that clearly defining the research population, including both target and accessible populations, is a fundamental step in designing a study. Furthermore, the use of appropriate sampling techniques, such as simple random sampling, stratified sampling, and cluster sampling, plays an important role in obtaining representative samples. Determining an adequate sample size and implementing systematic sampling procedures can also reduce potential research bias and enhance data validity. Therefore, accurate population identification and appropriate sampling design are essential factors in strengthening the reliability and generalizability of educational research findings.

This research aims to create a real character education media through a reward system called Reward Activity as a facility for teachers in controlling the discipline and politeness of third-grade elementary school students. This research uses R&D procedures with the ADDIE model which includes Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement and Evaluate. The subjects of this research were third-grade elementary school students at two schools, namely SDN 2 Sumberagung for small group trials and SDN Sambangrejo for large group trials. Information was obtained through interviews, observations, expert validation questionnaires, user reaction questionnaires and pretests and posttests. The research results show that the Reward Activity media has a media validity of 86% (very valid), practicality of 97% from students and 98% from teachers. The effectiveness test obtained high results with an N-Gain value of 0.75 for discipline character and 0.77 for politeness character. Based on the above data, the Reward Activity media is declared feasible, instant and efficient in improving the discipline and politeness of third-grade elementary school students.

This study aims to describe representative speech acts in a video with the theme of in-depth learning design on the Diklat Online YouTube Channel. The background of this study is rooted in the important role of language in social interaction and the importance of speech acts as one aspect in pragmatic studies. In the realm of digital media, people see YouTube as the right platform to analyze speech acts because it is able to facilitate interactions between speakers and interlocutors through its videos. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method with the main data sources in the form of three podcast videos from the Diklat Online channel, August 2025 edition. Data were obtained through listening and note-taking techniques, then analyzed using the pragmatic equivalent method to classify the forms of representative speech acts. The results of the study found 33 representative speech act data divided into nine categories, namely stating (9), suggesting (3), demanding (3), showing (2), informing (8), mentioning (3), explaining (2), speculating (1), and giving examples (2). Of all, the speech act "stating" emerged as the most dominant type. The research conclusion confirms that representative speech acts have an important role in strengthening the validity of knowledge, supporting message clarity, and building a communicative, reflective, and meaningful learning atmosphere for the audience, thus making a real contribution to the effectiveness of educational communication in digital media.

This study aims to analyze the influence of Digital Leadership and Digital Culture on Organizational Performance thru the mediation of Technowork Engagement at the Immigration Office Class I Special TPI Semarang. Digital transformation in public organizations requires a comprehensive understanding of leadership mechanisms, culture, and technology engagement in improving service performance. The research method uses a quantitative approach with Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Data was collected through a survey of 65 Immigration Office employees using a structured questionnaire. The research instrument has met the standards of validity and reliability. The analysis results show that Digital Leadership significantly influences Organizational Performance and Technowork Engagement. Digital Culture significantly influences Technowork Engagement but does not directly affect Organizational Performance. Technowork Engagement was proven to have a significant impact on Organizational Performance. The findings indicate that digital leadership is a crucial factor in the digital transformation of public organizations, while digital culture requires mediation through technological engagement to impact performance. The practical implications emphasize the importance of developing digital leadership capacity and strategies to enhance technowork engagement in optimizing the performance of immigration services.