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The attendance recording system at PLN ULP Tanjungbalai still relies on manual, paper-based methods, resulting in delays in data recap, reduced efficiency, and a high potential for recording errors. This condition affects the accuracy of employee attendance information, which is essential for administrative activities and managerial decision-making. Based on these issues, this practical work aims to design and develop a web-based e-attendance application as a solution to enhance efficiency, processing speed, and the accuracy of attendance recapitulation. The system was developed using PHP as the programming language and MySQL as the database management system, following several stages including requirement analysis, system design using UML, and implementation of a web-based user interface. The application provides essential features such as user login, daily attendance recording, employee data management, attendance notes (permission, sickness, etc.), and automatic attendance report generation. The system is designed for two types of users—Admin and Employees—each with specific access rights. The implementation results indicate that the e-attendance application significantly improves the efficiency of attendance administration at PLN ULP Tanjungbalai. Data collection and recapitulation become faster, more structured, and less prone to errors, while also enabling administrators to monitor employee attendance in real time. Therefore, this web-based e-attendance application serves as an effective solution to support operational activities and enhance the quality of employee attendance management.

The activeness of the elderly in participating in posyandu (integrated health post) activities remains a problem in various regions across Indonesia. The low level of participation is often caused by a lack of family support and the physical limitations faced by elderly individuals. In fact, posyandu for the elderly plays a crucial role in health monitoring, disease prevention, and improving the overall quality of life in old age. Through posyandu, elderly people can receive regular health check-ups, nutritional education, and guidance to maintain both physical and mental well-being. This study employed a descriptive correlational design with a cross-sectional approach. The population consisted of all elderly residents of Gampong Lambro Bileu, totaling 58 participants, all of whom were included as a total sample. The research was carried out from May 28 to June 11, 2025, within the working area of Kuta Baro Health Center, Aceh Besar. Data collection instruments included a family support questionnaire with 10 positive statements and an elderly posyandu attendance sheet covering the last six months. Data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate analysis with the Chi-Square test to determine relationships between variables. The findings indicated that most elderly individuals who received strong family support were very active in attending posyandu activities. The p-value of 0.024 showed a significant relationship between family support and the activeness of the elderly in participating in posyandu (p < 0.05). Therefore, families are encouraged to be more involved in accompanying, motivating, and supporting the elderly to stay active in posyandu for better health and quality of life.

This research stems from the problem of manual book lending management in libraries, which often leads to obstacles such as delays in recording, data errors, and difficulties in monitoring collections. The main objective of this research is to design and develop a web-based library information system that can facilitate member data management, borrowing, and returning, as well as providing real-time book availability information. The method used is software development with a structured approach, through the stages of needs analysis, design, implementation, and testing with black box testing. The results of the study indicate that the system built is able to meet user needs, as evidenced by the successful testing that carried out all main functions without errors. The implications of this research are increased efficiency in library management and ease for students in borrowing and checking book availability. However, this research still has limitations in advanced features such as integration with the attendance system or automatic fine payments, so that these can be developed in future research.

The results of this study indicate that DT Peduli Jambi has not yet fully optimized the management of productive zakat, despite having a structured management system in place. Based on data analysis, several key factors were identified as obstacles to optimization. First, there is a lack of public trust in the institution, as reflected in the absence of significant growth in zakat collection over the past three years. This condition highlights the need for more effective communication and transparency strategies. Second, administrative challenges remain, such as a record-keeping system that is not yet fully integrated digitally and limited human resources with expertise in managing productive zakat. Third, resistance to change among beneficiaries persists, with approximately 30% refusing to adopt modern business management methods offered by the program. Fourth, there is a high dependency on assistance, with 40% of beneficiaries still heavily reliant on institutional mentoring. Fifth, participation in training programs remains low, with an average attendance rate of only 65%. Nevertheless, overall the program is categorized as “fairly successful” with an achievement score of 70 out of 100. This indicates that productive zakat holds great potential to promote economic empowerment of the community but has not yet been maximized due to structural and cultural barriers. Therefore, improvements are needed in transparency, capacity building of human resources, as well as persuasive and participatory approaches for beneficiaries, so that the goal of economic empowerment through productive zakat can be more effectively realized.

Gunung Kijang Subdistrict in Bintan Regency is one of the areas still facing various socio-economic challenges, particularly related to poverty issues. The problems faced include low income, limited access to education and healthcare, lack of employment opportunities, and low quality of life. Therefore, the Family Hope Program (PKH) is present as a social policy intervention from the government to help reduce the impact of poverty both directly and in the long term in Gunung Kijang by fulfilling basic needs, increasing participation in education, raising awareness of the importance of health, and empowerment through social assistance. This study aims to determine the extent of PKH’s effectiveness in reducing poverty rates in Gunung Kijang Subdistrict, Bintan Regency. The study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. Data collection techniques include interviews, direct field observations, and documentation. In its analysis, this study refers to William N. Dunn’s public policy evaluation theory, which includes six main indicators: effectiveness, efficiency, adequacy, equity, responsiveness, and accuracy. The results show that PKH has a positive impact on beneficiary families (KPM). The program increases school attendance of children from poor families in primary and secondary schools, as attendance is an important component in the disbursement of aid. In addition, PKH encourages poor communities to be more active in accessing health services, such as community health centers (puskesmas) and integrated health service posts (posyandu), especially for vulnerable groups such as pregnant women, toddlers, and the elderly. The Family Hope Program (PKH) contributes to reducing the impact of poverty in Gunung Kijang Subdistrict. Although it has not fully resolved the root problems, PKH has the potential to be a tool to break the cycle of poverty and improve the quality of life of poor communities sustainably.  

Digital transformation in the world of education is a strategic step to improve efficiency and quality of services, including in terms of attendance recording. This study aims to examine the change in the manual attendance system to digital in an effort to improve the quality of learning documentation at PPTQ Al Huda. The method used is a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques through distributing questionnaires to teachers and academic staff. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of digital attendance has been significantly beneficial for the majority of respondents. This system is considered more practical, accurate, and efficient than manual methods. Digital attendance not only makes it easier to record student attendance, but also strengthens transparency, accountability, and supports data-based decision making. In addition, this system plays a role in improving student discipline and responsibility. Digital attendance has also been proven to reduce the practice of asking for attendance, minimize recording errors, and facilitate real-time data access by Islamic boarding school administrators. Ease of use and convenience of the system are also supporting factors for successful implementation. Moreover, the adoption of digital attendance encourages the development of a technology-based culture within the institution. It fosters digital literacy among educators and students, enhancing their adaptability to technology in daily academic routines. This transformation aligns with the broader educational goal of integrating technology to create a modern, effective, and sustainable learning environment. Therefore, the shift to a digital attendance system is not only a technical innovation but also a reflection of institutional commitment to continuous improvement and educational excellence. This innovation proves to be a relevant and strategic solution for strengthening educational administration in Islamic boarding schools.

This study aims to describe and provide recommendations regarding the proper management of extracurricular sports activities in senior high schools in Tarakan City. Extracurricular activities play an important role in helping students develop their potential. This study used a qualitative descriptive method. Subjects included principals, physical education teachers or extracurricular sports coordinators, and sports coaches from 14 randomly selected religious, public, and private senior high schools in Tarakan City. Data collection techniques included observation, interviews, and documentation. Data validity was ensured through source triangulation and technique triangulation. The data analysis process included data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The research findings indicate that: (1) Planning for extracurricular sports activities is generally carried out through coordination meetings among the parties involved to organize activities during one school year. Scheduling is the responsibility of the extracurricular coordinator and is arranged in consultation with the sports supervisor or coach to avoid conflicts with other school events. Coaches also prepare training programs as part of the planning process. (2) Extracurricular sports activities are held in the afternoon, outside of regular school hours, based on a schedule prepared by the coordinator and vice principal for student affairs. (3) Evaluations are conducted at least once every three months and involve various school stakeholders. Aspects evaluated include student attendance, participation in learning, and training outcomes. (4) Supporting factors include adequate facilities and infrastructure, funding, student competency, and teacher involvement. Conversely, inhibiting factors include low student attendance, limited funding, inadequate or inadequate facilities, and unfavorable weather conditions. These findings provide an overview of how extracurricular sports activities are managed in high schools in Tarakan City and highlight the importance of effective planning, implementation, and evaluation. This study also identifies key factors that support and hinder the success of these programs, offering insights for future improvements.

This study aims to develop an accurate predictive model for identifying students at risk of academic dropout using Decision Tree and Random Forest algorithms. The research utilizes a publicly available dataset sourced from Kaggle, which includes academic and demographic features such as GPA, attendance, credit load, financial aid status, and exam scores. The methodology involves several stages: data collection, preprocessing (handling missing values, encoding categorical variables, and feature scaling), model training, and evaluation using performance metrics such as Accuracy, Precision, Recall, F1-Score, and Confusion Matrix. Results show that the Random Forest algorithm outperforms Decision Tree in terms of accuracy and robustness, with notable feature importance on math, reading, and writing scores. The findings highlight the potential of machine learning in early detection of dropout risks and provide actionable insights for academic institutions to design timely interventions. This research contributes to the growing field of educational data mining and supports data-driven decision-making processes in higher education management.

This research is motivated by the low attendance and involvement of church youth in spiritual activities, as well as the weak Christian character that should be the basis of their lives. The purpose of this study is to analyze the impact of the service learning approach by IAKN Tarutung students on character development and increasing participation of Naposo Bulung youth at HKBP Maranatha Ressort Cinta Damai. This research is based on the theory of service learning (Eyler & Giles, 1999), experiential learning (Kolb, 1984), and the concept of sense of belonging (Etzioni, 1991) which emphasizes the importance of emotional involvement and critical reflection in the learning and service process. The method used is a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, which were conducted for three months. The results of the study showed that the service learning program had a significant influence in increasing the attendance of youth from an average of 14 to 25 people per week, as well as fostering positive characters such as responsibility, discipline, and social concern. Students not only act as implementers of activities, but also as spiritual mentors and spiritual friends, who form authentic and contextual relationships with teenagers. The implications of this study confirm that service learning is an effective approach in the formation of church teenagers because it combines aspects of direct service with spiritual and academic reflection. Therefore, it is recommended that this approach be integrated more systematically into the curriculum of higher theological education and used as a model of sustainable service in the church community.

This study aims to examine the implementation of the Academic Information System SIAKAD in improving the efficiency of educational administration at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that SIAKAD significantly contributes to accelerating academic administrative processes such as student data management, grade entry, attendance management, and academic report preparation. This system reduces reliance on manual processes prone to errors and speeds up the completion time of administrative tasks. However, several challenges remain, such as limited training for educators and internet network issues affecting system operation. The study concludes that SIAKAD can substantially improve administrative efficiency if supported by adequate training and reliable technological infrastructure. The implementation of SIAKAD also enhances transparency and accountability in academic data management at the madrasah. Therefore, the development and maintenance of this system should be prioritized to support the digitalization of modern and effective educational administration processes.

This study aims to analyze the impact of clubbing on the learning performance of students in Bandung. This includes class attendance, active participation in discussions, and the ability to complete academic tasks. In addition, this study will also identify other factors that may influence the relationship between clubbing and learning performance, such as alcohol consumption patterns, stress levels, and social support. Clubbing, one of the most popular entertainment choices for students, is often the main choice to relieve stress and socialize. However, this phenomenon also raises questions about how it impacts students' learning performance and academic achievement. This study uses a qualitative approach. The primary data of the study came from interviews and participation in nightclubs with Bandung students. Secondary data consisted of journals, books, the internet, and others. Interviews, observations, and documentation were the data collection methods used in this study. The results of the study obtained It is seen that students who are active in clubbing tend to have lower attendance rates in class. Many of them admit to often being absent due to fatigue after late-night activities, which has a direct impact on the understanding of the material being taught and the potential for academic achievement.

The study aims to determine the condition of discipline and efforts to enforce discipline, such as discipline in work attendance, complying with all regulations in work procedures, obeying superiors, being aware of all work and having a sense of responsibility. The type of research applied in this study is an analysis using a descriptive method that relies on a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques are carried out through observation and interviews. For the research subjects interviewed for data collection, they are employees of the Malang Regency DPRD Secretariat. The data analysis technique used is the Miles & Huberman method, which involves data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that work discipline is very important to support employee success. The purpose of the work needs to be in line with the plan, both in terms of discipline in work attendance, complying with regulations in work procedures, obeying superiors, being aware of all work and having a sense of responsibility. The work discipline of state civil servants at the Malang Regency DPRD Secretariat shows quite good results, although there are still some violations of work discipline that occur, therefore work discipline must still be improved.

The employee attendance system is a crucial component of human resource management, particularly for performance evaluation, salary calculation, and discipline monitoring. PDAM Tirtanadi North Sumatra still employs a manual attendance system, which is considered inefficient, prone to errors, and slows down administrative processes. This study aims to develop a web-based attendance application to improve the accuracy and efficiency of employee attendance data management. The research method uses software engineering with the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) model based on the waterfall approach. Data collection was conducted through observation, interviews with relevant stakeholders, and literature review. The application is designed with several key features, including user authentication, digital attendance recording, employee data management, attendance recap, and report generation in PDF formats. Testing results show that the application operates according to system requirements and positively impacts the efficiency of the attendance process. The implementation of this application is expected to accelerate administrative procedures, enhance accountability, and provide a more accurate data foundation for analysis and managerial decision-making.

Madrasas and Islamic boarding schools are Islamic educational institutions that have a strategic role in shaping the character, morals, and competencies of students. In addition to carrying out the formal learning process, these two institutions are also centers for moral, spiritual, and social development. In their operations, madrasas and pesantren manage various administrative activities, such as student data collection, attendance recording, grade processing, teacher data management, lesson schedule preparation, and delivery of academic information to related parties. However, many institutions still use manual systems that rely on notebooks or separate applications that are not integrated. This condition poses a number of obstacles, including the high risk of recording errors, duplicate data that is difficult to track, the slow process of recapitulation of grades and attendance, and delays in the delivery of academic information. In addition, manual processes cause administrative management to be less efficient and prone to data loss. As the need for fast, accurate, and accurate information increases, technological solutions are needed that are able to integrate all administrative and academic processes in one centralized system. Web-based information systems are an effective alternative to improve work efficiency, minimize errors, and facilitate access to information for teachers, students, and guardians. With the implementation of a well-managed system, madrasas and Islamic boarding schools are expected to improve the quality of services and support a more modern, structured, and sustainable learning process.

This study explores the application of machine learning algorithms, specifically Linear Regression and Decision Tree Regressor, for predicting student academic performance using academic grade data from Kaggle. The analyzed factors include attendance, assignment grades, midterm exam grades, and final exam grades. The research methodology encompasses data collection, preprocessing, model development, training, and validation. This study contributes to the field of educational data analytics by demonstrating how machine learning can provide actionable insights into students' learning patterns and academic outcomes. The findings emphasize the effectiveness of Linear Regression for linearly distributed data and Decision Tree Regressor for capturing complex, non-linear relationships. The implications of this research suggest that machine learning models can assist educators in identifying key factors influencing student performance, enabling targeted interventions to enhance learning outcomes. Future research should explore larger, more diverse datasets and incorporate ensemble methods, such as Random Forest or Gradient Boosting, to improve model generalization and prediction accuracy. Additionally, integrating socio-economic and psychological factors could provide a more holistic perspective on academic achievement.

Development through community participation in villages is one of the efforts to empower the potential of village communities in planning development related to local resource potentials. The research questions in this study are: (1) How is the community participation in the development of Merbaun Village, West Amarasi Subdistrict, Kupang Regency? (2) What factors may hinder the success of community participation in village development in Merbaun Village, West Amarasi Subdistrict, Kupang Regency?  This research is a juridical-empirical study with a qualitative approach, using primary data collection techniques through interviews. Secondary data was obtained through literature studies.  The results of the study show that community participation in Merbaun Village development can be analyzed through three stages: planning, implementation, and supervision. Each stage shows different dynamics and levels of participation. (1) Planning Stage: At this stage, community participation is considered high. The village government conducts a development planning deliberation (Musdus) to absorb the aspirations of the community. Interview results show that the community is actively providing input and suggestions, reflecting a strong motivation and concern for the proposed development programs. (2) Implementation Stage: In contrast to the planning stage, the level of community participation in the implementation of development drops significantly. Although the village government opens opportunities for mutual cooperation (gotong-royong), community attendance is inadequate, with many absent. This indicates a lack of understanding and awareness among the community regarding the importance of their participation in the physical activities that have been agreed upon. (3) Supervision Stage: The supervision of the development also shows a lack of participation. The community should be involved in monitoring and evaluating development programs. However, most of the community members do not understand their role in the supervision process, as revealed in the interviews.The study suggests that community participation in the development of Merbaun Village should be increased to make development outcomes more effective and sustainable, in accordance with the principles outlined in Law Number 6 of 2014 concerning Villages.

This study aims to describe the employee compensation management system implemented in the Tanjungpinang Class II Port Authority and Municipal Office (KSOP). This study uses a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. Data collection was carried out by interview and direct observation techniques. The sample used in this study is purposive sampling. The informant in this study is Mr. Harry Priambodo, S.Pi. as the head of the administrative sub-division at the Tanjungpinang Class II Port Authority and Municipal Office (KSOP). The data analysis used in this study was carried out through three stages, namely data reduction, presenting data, and making conclusions. The results of the study show that the implementation of the employee compensation management system at the Tanjungpinang Class II Municipal and Port Authority Office has been running in accordance with applicable regulations and has a positive impact on employee performance. This can be seen from the regularity in the management of basic salaries, allowances, and work facilities such as BPJS Kesehatan, BPJS Employment, and supporting equipment. The procedure begins with performance measurement based on discipline and work achievement monitored through digital and manual attendance. The system also supports career development through Periodic Raises and promotions.

Advances in information technology have encouraged government agencies to implement electronic-based systems to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and transparency of services. The Community and Village Empowerment Service of Magetan Regency uses the Presence and Performance Application System Si Apik application to record the attendance of State Civil Apparatus as part of the E-Government program. This study aims to evaluate the usability of the Si Apik application using the System Usability Scale method to measure the level of user satisfaction. The research approach involves descriptive qualitative and quantitative methods, with data collection through observation, SUS questionnaires, and semi-structured interviews. The results showed an average SUS score of 52.59, which is in the marginal category, with a grade D and an "OK" rating. This score indicates that the system still has technical constraints, such as network connections and application errors, which affect ease of use. Recommendations for improvement include optimizing features, increasing system stability, and providing clearer technical guidance. This study provides strategic input for the Community and Village Empowerment Service of Magetan Regency in improving the quality of Si Apik application services.

This study aims to evaluate the performance appraisal system at MiniMarket Altavensa Tanjungpinang City. The research method used is qualitative research with data collection techniques used are interviews and observations. The sample used is purposive sampling. With the information, namely the study interviewed the mother (ET) as the owner, while the data analysis used is individual performance data. The results of the study indicate that the evaluation of this system can be seen from the results of the work, where most employees show success in achieving good work targets, such as daily sales targets, employee attendance rates are quite good, because there are still employees who are late from the specified working hours, the quality of service provided by employees is able to provide friendly and satisfying service to customers even during busy times such as promotions on religious holidays and communication between employees and managers is quite good seen from the way they communicate such as employees who respect the opinions of decision makers in completing tasks for common goals without creating hostility or discomfort.