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Nahwu (Arabic grammar) is a fundamental discipline in learning the Arabic language, helping to prevent errors in speech and serving as a primary key to clearly understanding Islamic legal texts. However, in practice, the teaching of Nahwu often faces complex challenges, particularly the lack of active participation among female students and their uneven mastery of the subject. Therefore, this study aims to explore the problems in teaching Nahwu at Al-Madani Islamic Boarding School in Cikalong and to identify the factors causing these issues. This study aims to: (1) reveal the problems faced by second-grade female students of KMI in learning Nahwu at Al-Madani Islamic Boarding School in Cikalong, and (2) identify the contributing factors influencing the emergence of these problems. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach. The researcher used three data collection techniques: classroom observation, in-depth interviews with the Nahwu teacher, and questionnaires distributed to the students. For data analysis, the researcher applied the Miles and Huberman model, which consists of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. To ensure data validity, data triangulation techniques were used. The results of the study indicate that the problems are divided into two main aspects: (1) learning-related problems, including the gap between memorization of grammatical rules and their application (i‘rab), high levels of academic anxiety, and decreased classroom concentration; and (2) contributing factors, including methodological factors, linguistic-psychological factors, and classroom management factors. The researcher suggests that teachers adopt more interactive teaching methods and media, as well as innovative visual tools to reduce the abstract nature of Nahwu materials and enhance students’ functional understanding. Additionally, activating “Halaqah Nahwiyyah” (grammar study circles) in dormitories is recommended to overcome psychological barriers and improve students’ linguistic confidence.

This community engagement program aims to strengthen the halal value chain of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Hagu Selatan Village, Banda Sakti District, Lhokseumawe City through knowledge transfer based on the Indonesian halal value chain model. MSMEs play a vital role in regional economic development, yet many still face challenges in understanding halal–thayyiban principles, fulfilling certification requirements, managing production processes, and accessing Islamic financing. Limited adoption of digitalization also reduces their competitiveness in the rapidly growing halal industry. The program applies a participatory approach by involving universities, village authorities, and MSMEs. Key activities include needs assessment, training on halal value chain concepts, technical assistance for halal certification documents, workshops on digital business practices, and business clinics on Islamic financing. A Halal Value Chain Learning Circle is also established to support continuous collaboration and knowledge sharing. The program is expected to enhance MSME capacity, improve product quality, expand market access, and contribute to a sustainable halal ecosystem in Aceh.

Used cooking oil is a household waste that may pollute the environment and harm human health if disposed of or reused improperly. This community service program aimed to provide a waste management solution while enhancing the community’s economic skills through training on producing aromatherapy candles from used cooking oil. The implementation method included awareness sessions on the hazards of used cooking oil, technical training using a learning by doing approach, and assistance in production and marketing. A total of 30 participants from the Family Welfare Movement (PKK) took part in the program. The results indicated improved knowledge and skills, the production of approximately 50 aromatherapy candles with lavender, rose, and vanilla scents, and the establishment of a community group committed to continuing independent production. The program contributed positively to the environment by reducing around 15 liters of waste oil per month and created new entrepreneurial opportunities for residents. Therefore, this initiative can serve as a sustainable community empowerment model based on circular economy principles.

Character education is the most important aspect in this generation era that is not only smart in knowledge but also has a nice moral and acts in society. However, this practice of character education in schools often fights challenges because of the lack of community participation and the existence of connection with local needs. This article shows how local educational community collaboration is used to strengthen character education in schools around the campus of Universitas Negeri Semarang as part of a community service program. Using Participatory Community Appraisal (PCA), Focus Group Discussion (FGD), student mentoring, and project activities, this program explores real needs while also giving students how to learning experiences. The results show a significant improvement in students’ understanding and personality, especially in responsibility, discipline, and social environment. The success of character education dopends on the harmoy between schools, families, universities, and local communities, as shown in the high participation of teachers and parents. The program also improved teachers’ capacity to combine character values, encouraged parents’ participation in supporting their children at home, and showed the role of universities as academic facilitators. Character education based on local needs can be used as a  model example by other schools with cultural and social adaptation, while also supporting the Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 4 on quality education and SDG 17 on partnerships.

Indonesian School of Kuala Lumpur (SIKL) is an educational institution under the auspices of the Indonesian Embassy in Malaysia. SIKL serves as a school for the children of Indonesian migrants residing in Malaysia. It plays a strategic role and stands at the forefront of educational diplomacy in Malaysia, contributing to the development of Indonesia’s human resources. To keep pace with the rapid advancements in education, science, and the waves of globalization and modernization, SIKL continually strives to achieve excellence in education quality, including the quality of its teaching staff, facilities, output, and all supporting components of the learning process, both within and outside the school environment.The financial literacy activities for children aim to broaden students' knowledge in managing finances from an early age. This community service initiative seeks to introduce financial literacy to Indonesian immigrant children, aged between 5 and 15 years, who lack access to formal education and healthcare. The session is structured around the use of the Monopoly board game, an engaging tool designed to teach basic financial concepts interactively. The outcomes of this session were encouraging and enlightening, highlighting the children's enthusiasm and desire to learn despite their challenging circumstances

Kesulitan pembelajar dalam membaca dan memahami teks Bahasa Inggris tidak sebanyak teks Bahasa Indonesia. Salah satu penyebabnya adalah karena Bahasa Inggris merupakan bahasa asing sehingga pembelajar sulit mengerti teks Bahasa Inggris. Kemudian, pada proses belajar memahami teks Bahasa Inggris, kebanyakan mahasiswa lebih mudah merasa bosan ketika menghadapi teks Bahasa Inggris, karena mereka menganggap mereka harus mengetahui arti per kata dalam teks tersebut. Lalu, kemampuan teknologi yang memanjakan mereka untuk memahami teks Bahasa Inggris juga mampu membuat mereka malas untuk mengasah keterampilan membaca. Ditambah lagi, metode klasik yang dipakai pendidik dalam mengajarkan keterampilan membaca seperti terlalu fokus pada pelafalan, terjemahan perkata, dan lain-lain. Untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut, metode Cooperative Learning pada model Cooperative Integrated Reading Composition (CIRC) menjadi solusinya. Tujuan dari ini pelatihan ini untuk mengetahui aktivitas dan hasil belajar mahasiswa dalam membaca keterampilan pemahaman, setelah menerapkan model CIRC. Berdasarkan hasil observasi dan wawancara, dapat disimpulkan bahwa CIRC dapat meningkatkan belajar mahasiswa, hasil, terutama keterampilan membaca pemahaman yang terlihat pada akhir masing-masing kegiatan.

With the increasing development of technology the more variety of books circulating on the internet. As is the recommendation system on online book sites that provide books relevantly and as needed with one's preferences. One alternative is GoodReads, a social networking site that specializes in cataloging books and users can share reading book recommendations with each other by rating, reviewing, and commenting. As a large book recommendation site, it has a lot of data that can be processed by applying machine learning methods, but still not known as the most accurate model. By using the right model, we can provide more accurate recommendations. Therefore, this study will analyze the data obtained from the www.kaggle.com namely the goodreads-books dataset. This study proposed a data mining classification model to get the best model in recommending books on GoodReads. The algorithms used are Decision Tree, K-Nearest Neighbor, Naïve Bayes, Random Forest, and Support Vector Classifier, then for model evaluation using accuracy, precision, recall, f1-score, confusion matrix, AUC, and Mean Error Absolute. The test results of several classification algorithms found that Decision Tree has the highest accuracy among the methods presented by 99.95%, precision by 100%, recall by 96%, f1-score of 98% with MAE of 0.05 and AUC of 99.96%. This is proof that decision tree algorithms can be used as book recommendations based on book categories on GoodReads.