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The availability of job opportunities in Indonesia, especially for citizens who have no skills and low education, has resulted in many Indonesians choosing to become Indonesian Migrant Workers (PMI). So many Indonesian migrant workers want to work in Saudi Arabia. Working as migrant workers is expected to improve the welfare of PMI families in Indonesia, but often PMIs in their placement countries experience acts of physical, verbal, sexual, and economic. Currently, as the number of migrant workers living abroad increases, the Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection Agency (BP2MI) is receiving more complaints from Indonesian Migrant Workers abroad. These Indonesian migrant workers complained about cases such as physical violence, wanting to be returned to Indonesia, unpaid salaries, sexual violence, and so on. In this condition, the role of the Indonesian Government is essential to implement protection for Indonesian migrant workers. Law Number 18 of 2017 concerning the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers was enacted to increase protection for Indonesian migrant workers by the Indonesian Government. Based on existing data and news spread in the mass media, it is stated that the number of complaints due to violence against Indonesian Migrant Workers is still high, so this research wants to define the causes of violence experienced by Indonesian Migrant Workers and prove legal protection for Indonesian Migrant Workers based on the Law Number 18 of 2017. The low level of education of Indonesian Migrant Workers means that they often ignore or do not understand the departure procedures for Indonesian Migrant Workers. Legal provisions have been explained in detail in Law Number 18 of 2017, regarding the rights and obligations of Indonesian Migrant Workers; social Security; protective procedures; and the duties and responsibilities of the government, both central and regional governments. The form of protection provided is before, during, and after work. The Ministry of Manpower has developed a program called Village Care for Migrant Workers to increase legal protection for Indonesian Migrant Workers from the Village level even though the program has not been able to run optimally.

Education is the main foundation for the progress of society and individuals, Basic education is very important to build students' knowledge and skills, especially in the field of science. Conventional methods, such as the use of illustrations and textbooks, are often not interesting and interactive. Digital technology presents new opportunities in learning innovation, including by utilizing augmented reality (AR). This study aims to analyze and evaluate the use of interactive media based on augmented reality (AR) in learning the topic of animal classification based on their type of food. The method used is a literature study by reviewing various scientific sources, including journals, articles, and relevant research reports in the last five years. AR-based interactive media offers an innovative and immersive learning experience, allowing students to interact directly with virtual objects in the form of three-dimensional (3D) visualizations. The results of the study show that the use of AR can improve students' understanding of the material, increase engagement in learning, and provide a more interesting and contextual learning experience. In addition, AR media is considered effective in helping students identify animal characteristics based on eating habits, such as herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores. This study concludes that the integration of AR in science learning at the elementary school level has great potential to improve learning effectiveness.

Education is the main foundation for the progress of society and individuals, Basic education is very important to build students' knowledge and skills, especially in the field of science. Conventional methods, such as the use of illustrations and textbooks, are often not interesting and interactive. Digital technology presents new opportunities in learning innovation, including by utilizing augmented reality (AR). This study aims to analyze and evaluate the use of interactive media based on augmented reality (AR) in learning the topic of animal classification based on their type of food. The method used is a literature study by reviewing various scientific sources, including journals, articles, and relevant research reports in the last five years. AR-based interactive media offers an innovative and immersive learning experience, allowing students to interact directly with virtual objects in the form of three-dimensional (3D) visualizations. The results of the study show that the use of AR can improve students' understanding of the material, increase engagement in learning, and provide a more interesting and contextual learning experience. In addition, AR media is considered effective in helping students identify animal characteristics based on eating habits, such as herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores. This study concludes that the integration of AR in science learning at the elementary school level has great potential to improve learning effectiveness.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought changes in various sectors including education, particularly at the secondary school level. This study aims to analyze the role of AI in improving academic learning, identify the positive impact of AI implementation in the education sector, and compare the effectiveness of AI-based learning with conventional methods. Using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, this study analyzed 50 scientific articles published between 2019-2024 from ScienceDirect, IEEE, Semantic Scholar, and Google Scholar databases. The results showed that the implementation of AI improved students' academic performance by 23% compared to traditional methods, with an increase in students' learning motivation by 35%. In the aspect of adaptive learning, AI shows an increase in learning effectiveness by 30% and increases student participation in distance learning by 40%. Comparison with conventional methods shows the superiority of AI-based learning in material personalization (90% vs 60%), feedback system (85% vs 40% responsiveness), and student engagement (75% vs 45%). However, the research found that optimal results are achieved through blended learning that combines the power of AI with the social interaction of conventional learning.

Information technology has changed the way educational institutions interact. Instagram, one of the visual-based social media platforms, has become a strategically used platform to create image, increase interaction, and disseminate information. Instagram is a tool used by Amikom Purwokerto University to disseminate information, both academic and non-academic, to students and the general public. However, problems such as unattractive format, inconsistent accuracy, and suboptimal delivery speed have been faced by the campus. The End-User Computing Satisfaction (EUCS) method was used in this study to evaluate the performance of Amikom Purwokerto University's Instagram account. Content, accuracy, format, ease of use, and timeliness are the five dimensions used to assess. The results showed an overall good level of satisfaction; the content dimension had the highest mean score (3.86), while the timeliness dimension had the lowest mean score (3.46).In this study, the researchers found that social media account managers at Amikom Purwokerto University can use strategic recommendations to improve the effectiveness of information dissemination. The findings can also be used as a reference for other educational institutions to use social media as a more interactive and responsive communication tool.

Uric acid is a byproduct of purine metabolism in the body, typically excreted through urine. However, excessive uric acid can lead to the accumulation of crystals in the joints, resulting in gouty arthritis, particularly in individuals of productive age. This article aims to discuss a community service initiative to prevent elevated uric acid levels through routine screenings and education on healthy lifestyles. The initiative employed the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) approach, encompassing counseling, uric acid level examinations, and iterative evaluations, thereby enhancing public awareness of the importance of maintaining normal uric acid levels and understanding healthy lifestyle practices. Education and early detection of uric acid levels can help the community comprehend actionable steps to reduce the risk of long-term health complications.

This study aims to explore the role of school principals in enhancing teacher performance through the utilization of the Platform Merdeka Mengajar, a digital tool introduced by the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture to improve the quality of teaching and learning. The research was conducted at SMP N 4 Jombang, employing a qualitative approach with a case study design to gain an in-depth understanding of how principals support teachers in using this platform effectively. Data were collected through interviews with principals and teachers, as well as classroom observations. The findings indicate that the principal’s leadership, underpinned by managerial competencies such as planning, organizing, supervising, and human resource development, plays a critical role in facilitating the integration of technology into teaching practices. Principals provided technical support, organized training sessions, motivated teachers, and created a collaborative environment to enhance the use of the platform. Additionally, the study found that the Platform Merdeka Mengajar positively impacted teacher creativity and the quality of learning interactions. However, the study also highlights challenges, such as limited technological infrastructure and the varying levels of digital literacy among teachers. The results underscore the importance of strong leadership in educational technology implementation and offer insights into effective strategies for enhancing teacher performance through digital platforms. The study also identifies limitations related to its sample size and scope and suggests avenues for future research on long-term impacts and the role of external factors in educational technology adoption.

SMA Negeri Lewa Tidahu is one of the educational institutions that conducts the process of admitting new students, an annual activity that is still carried out manually. However, with the current development of digital media, nearly every group across various age levels requires fast internet connectivity. The issues faced include inefficient document management, frequent errors by prospective students in filling out manual registration forms, and unclear writing on the forms submitted to the school, making them difficult for operators to read. This results in inefficiency in terms of time and inaccuracies in data entry. Therefore, it is necessary to develop a new student admission system that allows students to access detailed information. This system is designed using the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) model, which includes stages such as requirements analysis, design, programming, Black Box testing, SUS evaluation, and maintenance. The implementation of this new student admission system will simplify the process for users.

Academic information portals have an important role in supporting the academic process of students in higher education. This study aims to analyze the level of student satisfaction with the academic information portal of the State Islamic University of North Sumatra (UINSU). This study uses a literature-based approach by referring to previous research in the last five years (2019–2024). The results of the analysis show that reliability, responsiveness, data security, information completeness, and interface design are the main aspects that affect the level of student satisfaction. The recommendations given include improving system stability, developing interactive features, and strengthening user data protection.  

Elderly people have a high risk of suffering from degenerative diseases, one of which is metabolic disorders. This is more widely recognized by the elderly when they are already in severe condition and with complications so that it has an impact on various aspects including increasing morbidity and mortality rates, as well as decreasing quality of life of the elderly and decreasing ability of the elderly to carry out daily activities. Metabolic disorders are caused by increased blood glucose levels in the body known as Diabetes Mellitus (DM) which is one of the health problems of the ten diseases that cause death and disability globally. The implementation of community service activities for Preventive Efforts for the Elderly in Diabetes Mellitus through several stages, namely the survey and field observation stages and counseling for Preventive Efforts for the Elderly in Diabetes Mellitus counseling is carried out for approximately 90 minutes, as well as evaluations in the form of pre-tests and post-tests. The provision of education was carried out on Wednesday, November 14, 2024 at the Antara Health Center, the number of participants was 32 people. Based on the results of the knowledge of the elderly before and after the counseling for Preventive Efforts for the Elderly in Diabetes Mellitus, it was found that 15 elderly people had sufficient knowledge and 17 elderly people had insufficient knowledge. After conducting counseling on Preventive Efforts for the Elderly in Diabetes Mellitus, the results obtained were a sufficient increase of 30 and less than 2 elderly. This means that community service on Preventive Efforts for the Elderly in Diabetes Mellitus is very effective in the elderly in order to prevent an increase in glucose levels. Counseling on preventive efforts for the elderly in diabetes regarding these degenerative diseases is very necessary so that the elderly maintain their health better. The elderly are expected to be able to understand about efforts to prevent and treat degenerative diseases in the elderly with diabetes. Hopefully this community service can be a reference for researchers and further community service, as well as the community.

Indonesia's micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) continue to encounter a range of obstacles, particularly in enhancing their productivity and competitiveness. The 2020 survey conducted by the Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs indicates that Indonesia still has substantial challenges in terms of education quality, especially in rural and underdeveloped urban areas. Several factors, such as the availability of high-quality education, access to educational resources, and the level of teaching excellence, can significantly impact individuals' capacity to effectively manage their enterprises and promote innovation (Kemendikbud RI, 2020). This study investigates the link between knowledge sharing practices, innovation, and employee performance within Indonesian MSMEs. Through exploratory analysis, it offers fresh insights into how innovation and knowledge sharing behaviour can affect employee performance in Indonesian MSMEs. The main objective is to analyse and explore the impact of innovation and information sharing behaviours on employee performance in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Indonesia. Based on this research and its findings, several strategies have been identified. These strategies aim to explore the complex relationship between an employee's performance, their willingness to share knowledge, and their ability to demonstrate innovative behaviours in MSMEs. Future study could focus on improving the quality of human resources, specifically in areas such as knowledge, expertise, competence, and entrepreneurial attitude. Investing in the development of human resources yields benefits for both MSME business owners and the overall well-being of workers..

Hypertension and diabetes mellitus are significant health issues that can lead to serious complications such as cardiovascular diseases, stroke, and kidney failure. Efforts to control these diseases are essential to improving the quality of life for communities. Based on this background, the community service team from Mitra Bunda Health Institute organized health education and screenings on Nguan Island, Batam City. This initiative aimed to provide prevention and management of hypertension and diabetes mellitus for residents of RT 001 and RT 002 of Nguan Island. The implementation methods included blood pressure and blood sugar tests, health education through visual media, and health promotion adhering to health protocols. The high level of community participation reflects a positive response to efforts aimed at preventing and managing these diseases. Evaluation results show that the activities were successfully carried out, with participants following health education sessions and screenings in an orderly manner according to the established health protocols. Collaboration among the community, cadres, neighborhood heads, and local authorities has had a positive impact on raising awareness about the importance of managing hypertension and diabetes mellitus. These activities are planned to be conducted regularly to create a healthier environment on Nguan Island. Full support from various parties is essential to ensure the sustainability of this program for the improvement of community health.

Teacher leadership is critical in shaping the educational environment and promoting positive change within schools. Teacher leadership fosters educational innovation and creates supportive learning environments. This study investigates the self-perceived leadership qualities of pre-service teachers, focusing on essential domains of teacher leadership, including self-awareness, leading change, communication, diversity, instructional proficiency, continuous improvement, and self-organization. Utilizing a structured survey instrument adopted and adapted from TLSA (Teacher Leadership Self-Assessment) by Katzenmeyer and Moller (2009). Data was gathered from a sample of teacher candidates to assess their competencies in these domains. The teacher candidates were the final-year Primary Teacher Education Program students at Esa Unggul University.  The findings indicate varying levels of readiness among the participants. The categorical analysis provides insights into specific areas where future teachers demonstrate potential and highlights domains where further development may be beneficial. This research contributes to the understanding of teacher leadership in the context of teacher preparation programs and underscores the importance of targeted support in nurturing well-rounded teacher leaders. Implications for curriculum adjustments and the integration of leadership training in teacher education programs are discussed.

Hypertension is a disorder characterized by elevated blood pressure originating from abnormalities in blood vessels, leading to impaired delivery of oxygen and nutrients to essential body tissues. Family involvement in assisting relatives afflicted with hypertension constitutes a supportive mechanism to facilitate effective self-care management of the condition.This study aimed to investigate the correlation between familial support and self-care management in hypertensive patients at Tuminting Health Center. Cross-sectional methods. The study sample comprised 49 individuals selected by purposive sampling. A questionnaire was employed as the study instrument. The gathered data was analyzed with the SPSS 16.0 software employing the Chi Square statistical test at a significance level (α) of <0.05. The results indicated that the predominant age group was 56-65 years, including 27 respondents, which represents 55.1%. The majority of respondents were female, totaling 39 individuals, accounting for 79.6%. The most common educational attainment was high school, with 22 respondents, corresponding to 44.9%. The statistical test yielded a P value of 0.0001, which is less than the alpha value (α) of ≤0.05. This study concludes that a correlation exists between family support and self-care management in hypertension patients at Tuminting Health Center. The findings of this study are anticipated to serve as a resource for individuals with hypertension, emphasizing the importance of self-care management to prevent problems and facilitate recovery.

Sustainable water resource management is a crucial issue, especially in horticultural agricultural areas such as Berastagi, Karo Regency, North Sumatra. This area is known for its abundant water resources, but the challenge in optimizing water distribution and quality is still a problem. This study aims to analyze the level of community participation in water resource management in Berastagi and to develop a sustainable management strategy using the SWOT approach. The method used in this study is a SWOT analysis that considers strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in water management. The results show that community participation in technical aspects is quite high, but still low in terms of planning and evaluation. The main strength factors are abundant water resources and support from the farming community, while weaknesses lie in limited infrastructure and water pollution from agricultural activities. The main opportunities for sustainable water management include irrigation modernization and increased government regulation, while the main threats are the impacts of climate change and the use of chemicals in agriculture that have the potential to pollute water. From this SWOT analysis, it is recommended to develop technology-based irrigation infrastructure, increase socialization and community education to increase involvement in water management, and collaboration between the government, community, and research institutions. It is expected that this strategy can strengthen sustainable and adaptive water resource management in the Berastagi horticultural area.

The implementation of science learning in schools not only aims to improve students' academic understanding, but also plays an important role in building religious character. Research shows that the integration of religious values in science learning can strengthen students' belief in religious teachings and increase their positive behavior. For example, Islamic values integrated into science materials at the SD/MI level can encourage students to be more convinced of the existence of Allah and follow His provisions, thus forming a strong religious character. In addition, learning approaches that prioritize routine activities such as praying together and reading the Qur'an before lessons have also proven effective in instilling religious character. Furthermore, the application of learning modules that integrate basic concepts of science with Islamic values, such as those conducted at the University of KH Abdurrahman Wahid Pekalongan, shows that students can better understand the material while internalizing religious values in their daily lives. Other studies also emphasize the importance of character education programs integrated in the curriculum, where religious activities at school, such as congregational prayers and holiday celebrations, contribute significantly to the formation of students' religious character. Thus, well-designed science learning can be an effective means to build students' religious character.

Students' physical fitness conditions can be developed to the maximum so that they can achieve maximum academic achievement. But in reality, many students ignore a healthy lifestyle, such as staying up late and other negative activities. This usually results in a decline in the quality of students' physical fitness, making it difficult to achieve optimal academic performance. This research aims to obtain a clear picture of the level of physical fitness of students at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Subang University. The research method used is a descriptive method. The research subjects were 70 FKIP University Subang students. The research instrument was a physical fitness test observation sheet. In this study, five components of physical fitness were examined, including sprinting 60 meters, push ups, sit ups, vertical jumps, and middle distance running 1200 meters. The results of the research show that the overall physical fitness condition of Subang University FKIP students is in the poor category.

This study aims to improve the understanding of addition concepts of numbers 1-10 in first-grade elementary school students through the use of number cube learning media. The research method used is an experimental method with a pre-test and post-test design. The research subjects were first-grade students divided into two groups: an experimental group and a control group. The experimental group was taught using number cube learning media, while the control group was taught using conventional methods. Data were collected through tests of understanding the addition concepts of numbers 1-10 before and after learning. The results showed a significant increase in the understanding of addition concepts of numbers 1-10 in the experimental group that used number cube learning media compared to the control group. The use of number cubes provides a concrete and interactive visual representation, thus helping students understand the concept of addition more effectively. This indicates that number cube learning media is effective in improving the understanding of addition concepts of numbers 1-10 in first-grade students. This study recommends the use of number cube learning media as an innovative and effective alternative learning method to improve the understanding of mathematical concepts in young children. Further research can be conducted to investigate the effectiveness of number cube learning media on other mathematical materials and at different educational levels. In addition, further research is needed on the development of more varied and interesting number cube learning media for students.

The Inclusive Education Programme is an effort by the government in promoting education for students with special education needs especially in Malaysia. The implementation of the Inclusive Education Programme puts great pressure on mainstream teachers to prepare themselves to teach students with special educational needs. This study aims to identify the knowledge, skills and attitudes of trainee teachers towards the implementation of the Inclusive Education Programme in primary schools. The respondents were 59 trainee teachers who were pursuing study at the Institute of Teachers' Education Special Knowledge Campus. This survey study uses a quantitative approach through questionnaire instruments. The data obtained is analyzed using SPSS (Statistical Package for The Social Sciences) version 29 software. Researchers used the Theory of Constructivism and the Theory of Behaviorism in this study. The overall findings showed that the level of readiness of trainee teachers towards the implementation of inclusive education in primary schools in terms of knowledge, skills and attitudes is at a satisfactory level (mean 3.25; sp=1.14). This study has had implications for policymakers, trainee teachers and college training institutes. Among the recommendations of researchers in increasing the level of readiness of trainee teachers for the implementation of inclusive education is that by increasing their knowledge, skills and self-attitude in implementing inclusive education, policymakers in education should further diversify the teacher's professional development program on inclusive education to trainee teachers such as courses, workshops and training programs and the trainee teachers themselves need to increase their self-sufficiency in implementing inclusive education in elementary school.

Quality education is a fundamental foundation for human development and national progress. Women play a strategic role in supporting education at both family and community levels; however, they still face various barriers in accessing and participating in quality education. This community service program aims to empower women to support the realization of quality education through a participatory approach. The method employed is a participatory approach with a qualitative descriptive design, involving women actively in socialization, training, group discussions, and educational mentoring activities. The results indicate an increased awareness among women regarding the importance of quality education, improved understanding of women's strategic roles in family education, as well as enhanced self-confidence and participation in community-based educational activities. These changes in attitudes and behaviors serve as initial indicators of the success of women's empowerment in supporting educational quality improvement. The program demonstrates that women's empowerment through participatory approaches and continuous mentoring contributes positively to the development of inclusive and sustainable education at the family and community levels.