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This study aims to enhance elementary school students’ motivation to learn English and to identify the factors contributing to their low motivation. The research is grounded in the need to prepare students for the global era, in which English proficiency is an essential skill from an early age. The study employs a Classroom Action Research (CAR) method using the Kemmis and McTaggart model, consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. Data were collected through observations, learning outcome evaluations, and interviews with English teachers. The findings reveal that students’ low motivation is influenced by perceptions that English is difficult, the lack of engaging teaching methods, limited learning facilities, and students’ weak willingness to learn. The implemented actions—such as using songs, educational games, teaching aids, role-play activities, and interactive communication—significantly increased students’ activeness and motivation. Moreover, the study emphasizes the importance of introducing English at the elementary level, as ages 6–13 represent a critical period for language development. With appropriate external motivation and strong teacher support, English learning becomes more effective, enjoyable, and meaningful. This study recommends that English instruction continue to be implemented in elementary schools through creative teaching methods and sufficient learning facilities

Mathematics is often considered one of the most challenging subjects because it requires strong spatial and cognitive abilities, especially in geometry, which involves three-dimensional concepts. Traditional teaching methods, such as textbook illustrations and verbal explanations, are often insufficient to help students understand abstract geometric concepts. The advancement of technology, particularly Augmented Reality (AR), offers innovative learning opportunities that combine real-world environments with digital content to enhance students’ understanding through interactive visualization. This community service activity aimed to explore teachers’ perceptions of using the GLARE (Geometry Learning using Augmented Reality Experience) application as a teaching aid in geometry learning. The program included training sessions, mentoring, and discussions with mathematics teachers at the secondary school level. The results showed that teachers had positive perceptions of using AR-based learning media, considering it effective in improving students’ conceptual understanding, engagement, and learning motivation. However, challenges remain regarding limited technical skills and school facilities for AR implementation. Overall, this program contributed to increasing teachers’ competence in integrating digital technology into mathematics education and promoting innovative, interactive, and technology-based learning approaches

The purpose of this article is to describe the perceptions of physical education teachers and class teachers towards the role of physical education in improving the emotional well-being of elementary school students. The main focus of the discussion is how PJOK lessons not only have an impact on physical development, but also support students' emotional growth, self-confidence, discipline, and social interaction. The methods used in this paper are observation and descriptive qualitative interviews with three resource persons, namely two physical education teachers, one class teacher at SDN 5 Imbanagara Raya. Data was collected through direct question and answer sessions that explore their experiences and views in observing changes in student behavior through PJOK activities. Based on the results of the interview, it was found that PJOK has an important role as a medium for student expression, especially for those who tend to be quiet or lack confidence. Physical activities and team games help students in forming self-confidence, discipline, and cooperation skills. In addition, collaboration between class teachers and physical education teachers is also an important key in adjusting teaching approaches that are responsive to students' emotional conditions. Thus, physical education contributes significantly to creating a learning environment that supports students' mental and emotional health.

This community service activity aims to increase the motivation, confidence, and love of male students for traditional Acehnese art, particularly the Likok Pulo dance. This dance is characterized by its energetic and rhythmic nature, making it suitable as a dance teaching material for male students who have previously shown little interest in participating in dance activities. The methods used include demonstrations and peer tutoring, covering training in various dance movements, mastering the lyrics, and accompanying music with the rapa’i instrument. The training was conducted over three days from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The dancers involved were specifically male students who had previously shown little interest in dance practice. The results of the activity showed that male students were highly enthusiastic, as evidenced by their ability to master movement variations, sing lyrics, and play musical accompaniment in a short period of time, despite having never participated in dance extracurricular activities before. This activity demonstrated that selecting appropriate dance material can change students' negative perceptions of dance and serve as a medium for preserving local culture through formal education.

This community service activity aims to increase the motivation, confidence, and love of male students for traditional Acehnese art, particularly the Likok Pulo dance. This dance is characterized by its energetic and rhythmic nature, making it suitable as a dance teaching material for male students who have previously shown little interest in participating in dance activities. The methods used include demonstrations and peer tutoring, covering training in various dance movements, mastering the lyrics, and accompanying music with the rapa’i instrument. The training was conducted over three days from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The dancers involved were specifically male students who had previously shown little interest in dance practice. The results of the activity showed that male students were highly enthusiastic, as evidenced by their ability to master movement variations, sing lyrics, and play musical accompaniment in a short period of time, despite having never participated in dance extracurricular activities before. This activity demonstrated that selecting appropriate dance material can change students' negative perceptions of dance and serve as a medium for preserving local culture through formal education.

This study aims to explain the linguistic approach, one of the methods used in Islamic teaching. One of the options in Islamic education is linguistics, which aims to investigate the principles of Islamic education before trying to offer meanings that are in line with the difficulties and developments of today's era. To build the main core covering the linguistic approach in Islamic education, this study uses a literature study technique, which involves collecting reference sources that are considered relevant to the research problem and then distributing them. The results of the study, language is a sound sign that is considered to reflect how human reason and emotion are perceived. Humans use this sound sign to validate their internal identity and their perception of the surrounding environment. To keep Islamic teachings in line with the current cycle of development and change, this study effectively shows the important function that language plays in articulating it. The noble and moderate teachings of Islam can be misinterpreted by linguists.

This research aims to explore the service marketing strategies implemented by Kun Anta Preschool, Kasturi Branch, Palu City in increasing parents' interest in this school. Kun Anta Preschool is an Islamic-based Early Childhood Education (PAUD) institution with the Montessori learning method. The research method used is descriptive with a qualitative approach. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with parents and teaching staff at Kun Anta Preschool Kasturi Branch. Direct observations were also carried out to understand practices in schools. The population of this study involved parents and teaching staff at Kun Anta Preschool, Kasturi Branch, Palu City. The research results showed that Kun Anta Preschool used several effective marketing strategies. They utilize social media such as Instagram and Facebook to create interesting content that increases the school's visibility in the community. One of the unique things about Kun Anta is the application of the Montessori learning method which is only applied by this school, which is a special attraction for parents. The obstacles faced by Kun Anta Preschool include the large school fees, but they are proportional to the facilities provided. However, the school's good reputation and the quality of early childhood education are strong factors that make parents interested in enrolling their children. This marketing strategy succeeded in increasing parents' interest in Kun Anta Preschool. In conclusion, the marketing strategy implemented by Kun Anta Preschool, Kasturi Branch, Palu City, especially through social media and unique learning methods, played an important role in increasing parents' interest. Positive factors such as the school's reputation and the quality of early childhood education also determine parents' decisions to enroll their children at Kun Anta Preschool. This research provides an in-depth understanding of how marketing strategies can influence parents' perceptions of a PAUD institution.