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This study aims to describe the utilization of multimodal media in teaching news text reading skills among seventh-grade junior high school students. The research employed a quantitative approach with a descriptive research design. The data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 61 seventh-grade students as the research respondents. The research instrument used a Likert scale covering aspects of students’ perceptions, comprehension, motivation, participation, and readiness toward the use of multimodal media in learning news text reading skills. The data were analyzed using descriptive quantitative techniques through percentage calculations and interpretation of respondents’ answers. The findings revealed that most students showed positive responses toward the use of multimodal media. A total of 72.1% of students agreed that learning through printed and digital media made the learning process more engaging. In addition, 59% of students stated that digital media helped them understand news content more clearly, while 60.7% felt more active during learning activities using multimodal media. The use of multimodal media also increased students’ motivation, self-confidence, and reading comprehension skills in understanding news texts. The findings indicate that the combination of printed and digital media creates a more interactive and effective learning environment that aligns with students’ literacy needs in the digital era. Therefore, multimodal media can serve as an alternative instructional strategy to improve students’ news text reading skills in junior high schools. The implications of this study highlight the importance of integrating digital and printed media in Indonesian language learning to enhance students’ reading literacy quality.

This community engagement program aimed to strengthen entrepreneurial capacity and digital literacy among santri at Asy-Syifa Al-Islami Islamic Boarding School, Parung Bogor, Indonesia. The program was designed in response to the growing importance of entrepreneurship and digital competencies in supporting youth empowerment, economic participation, and sustainable community development. The activities involved Islamic boarding school students who had limited access to entrepreneurship education, digital business training, and practical technology-based learning opportunities. To address these challenges, participatory workshops, mentoring sessions, collaborative discussions, and practical digital entrepreneurship training were implemented over a three-month period involving 55 participants. The program focused on entrepreneurial mindset development, digital marketing, financial literacy, social media utilization, and small business management skills. The findings demonstrated significant improvements in entrepreneurial awareness, digital literacy, communication skills, creativity, teamwork, and self-confidence among participants. Qualitative results also revealed increased motivation among santri to develop small businesses and utilize digital platforms productively. Participants showed greater readiness to engage in entrepreneurship activities and adapt to technological developments after completing the program. The integration of entrepreneurship education and digital skills training proved effective in promoting youth empowerment and sustainable community participation. Overall, the program highlights the importance of community-based entrepreneurship and digital literacy initiatives in strengthening the socio-economic capacity of Islamic boarding school students

This study aims to explain the effectiveness of assessment in the learning process, focusing on improving student outcomes at SDN Larangan Tokol 1 Pamekasan. This research applies a qualitative methodology categorized as a descriptive study. Data collection was carried out through observation, interview sessions, and document analysis involving teachers and students at SDN Larangan Tokol 1 Pamekasan The findings of the study indicate that the implementation of learning process evaluation is conducted systematically and continuously through question and answer activities, daily assignments, group discussions, learning practice, daily tests, as well as the assessment of students’ attitudes and skills. Teachers use various strategies to improve the effectiveness of learning evaluation, such as the use of varied teaching methods, providing motivation, habituation of discipline, utilization of learning media, and the implementation of remedial and enrichment programs.Supporting factors for the effectiveness of learning evaluation include the support of the principal, teacher competence, parental support, and the availability of learning facilities. Meanwhile, the obstacles include differences in students’ learning abilities, lack of motivation among some students, and limited availability of certain learning media.The assessment of the learning process contributes effectively to improving students’ academic achievement, shaping discipline and responsibility character, as well as increasing students’ participation and collaboration in the ongoing learning process. Therefore, learning assessment plays a crucial role in creating an effective learning process and improving student achievement at SDN Larangan Tokol 1 Pamekasan.

The field of education, especially Islamic Religious Education (PAI), has seen substantial changes as a result of the advancement of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI). The existence of digital media and AI offers numerous opportunities to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of education through interactive, flexible, and easily accessible learning resources. The purpose of this article is to analyze how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital media are used in Islamic Religious Education. This includes the idea of AI and digital media, AI-based learning materials, the use of AI in educational activities, ethical considerations of AI use, the effects and difficulties of integrating AI, and the Islamic viewpoint on technological advancement. This study employed a library research method by collecting data from relevant journals, books, and other scholarly sources. The findings indicate that the use of AI and digital media in PAI learning can enhance access to information, personalize learning experiences, improve evaluation effectiveness, and increase student engagement in the learning process. However, the implementation of AI also presents several challenges, such as limited digital literacy among teachers, inadequate facilities and infrastructure, ethical concerns, and the potential decline of direct educational interaction between teachers and students. Therefore, the utilization of AI in Islamic Religious Education should be carried out wisely while maintaining Islamic values, ethics, and the primary goal of Islamic education in shaping students’ character.

This study was conducted based on observational findings indicating that educational institutions need to implement appropriate educational marketing management strategies to enhance their attractiveness amid increasing competition. The purpose of this study is to analyze educational marketing management strategies used to attract prospective students and to identify factors influencing their effectiveness. This research employed a qualitative approach, with observation, interviews, and documentation serving as data collection techniques. The collected data were analyzed through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that educational marketing strategies are implemented through promotional program planning, utilization of information media, improvement of educational service quality, strengthening of institutional image, and collaboration between schools and the community. A well-planned and sustainable marketing system has been shown to increase public trust in educational institutions. Furthermore, students’ interest in choosing an educational institution is influenced by the quality of educational programs, supporting facilities, school reputation, learning environment, and information accessibility through various media. The study findings indicate that effective implementation of educational marketing management strategies can enhance institutional competitiveness and increase student enrollment. Therefore, educational institutions are encouraged to continuously develop innovative marketing strategies that align with community needs to remain relevant and attractive to prospective students.

The advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought significant changes to various aspects of life, including the field of education, particularly Islamic Education. This study aims to explore various AI-based learning strategies that can be implemented to create a more effective, interactive, and contemporary learning process. The method employed in this study is a literature review by examining various scholarly sources, such as journals, books, and academic articles discussing the implementation of AI in education. The findings indicate that the integration of AI can be realized through personalized learning tailored to students’ needs, the use of chatbots as learning assistants, the analysis of students’ progress and learning outcomes, as well as the utilization of technology-based learning media. These strategies are not only capable of improving students’ cognitive aspects but can also strengthen the internalization of Islamic values when applied appropriately and systematically. Furthermore, this study emphasizes that teachers’ technological competence, infrastructure readiness, and the development of an adaptive curriculum are crucial factors in the successful implementation of AI-based learning within the context of Islamic Education.

Adolescent reproductive health is a crucial issue requiring special attention in the digital era. Lack of proper knowledge about reproductive health can negatively impact adolescent lives. The utilization of digital technology as an educational medium is predicted to enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of delivering reproductive health information to adolescents. This study aims to determine the effect of digital-based reproductive health education on the knowledge level of students at SMA Negeri 1 Selesai. This study employed a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test one-group approach. The research sample consisted of 20 grade XI students selected using purposive sampling technique. The intervention involved digital-based reproductive health education delivered through Google Classroom platform and interactive learning videos over 4 weeks. The research instrument used a reproductive health knowledge questionnaire that had been tested for validity and reliability. Data were analyzed using paired t-test with a 95% confidence level. The results showed a significant increase in students' knowledge level after receiving digital-based education. The pre-test mean score was 61.50 (SD=9.15) categorized as moderate knowledge, while the post-test mean score increased to 79.25 (SD=7.68) categorized as good knowledge. Paired t-test results showed p-value=0.000 (p<0.05), indicating a significant difference between knowledge levels before and after the intervention. Digital-based reproductive health education proved effective in improving high school students' knowledge level. Digital media can be an effective alternative in providing reproductive health education to adolescents.

Listening skills are frequently regarded as the most challenging aspect of English language acquisition due to the complexity of the cognitive processes involved. In an orphanage environment, limited access to learning resources remains a primary obstacle to the development of this competence. This community outreach initiative aims to sharpen the listening skills of children at the Bonang Orphanage in Banjarmasin through the integration of subtitled YouTube videos and interactive repetition drill techniques. The implementation method involved 20 children selected via purposive sampling, utilizing a one-group pretest-posttest design. The intervention procedure encompassed the presentation of listening strategies, interactive discussions, and structured repetition exercises designed to build phonological automaticity. Quantitative evaluation results indicated a significant improvement, with the participants' mean score rising from 82.9 on the pretest to 86.7 on the posttest, with a maximum achievement score of 94. The discussion reveals that the use of subtitles serves as a visual scaffolding mechanism that facilitates sound-to-form mapping, while repetition drills strengthen the participants' working memory. Overall, the utilization of digital media and repetitive exercises proved effective in lowering cognitive barriers and increasing the participants' active engagement in English language learning.

The rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology presents significant opportunities to improve the quality of learning; however, its utilization in school settings is still constrained by teachers’ limited competencies. This community service program aims to enhance teachers’ competencies in utilizing AI-based learning technologies in a pedagogical, ethical, and practical manner. The implementation method consisted of preparation, implementation, and evaluation stages. The activities were carried out through interactive workshops, demonstrations of AI-based educational tools, hands-on practice with mentoring, and evaluation using pre-tests and post-tests. The results indicate a significant improvement in teachers’ understanding and skills in using AI for lesson planning, instructional media development, and learning assessment. Teachers also demonstrated more positive attitudes and greater confidence in integrating AI into classroom practices. Nevertheless, challenges such as varying levels of digital literacy and limited technological infrastructure were still identified. Overall, this community service activity proved effective in improving teachers’ competencies and has the potential to support more innovative and adaptive learning transformation in the digital era.

In today’s digital era, social media has become a new space for individuals to develop their personal creativity. This study analyzes the content strategy of the TikTok account @buiramira in building audience engagement and understanding the impact it has on the account’s image. The background of this research stems from the phenomenon of increasing social media usage, particularly TikTok, as a means of communication, entertainment, and promotional media. Using McGuire’s information processing theory, the study finds that followers’ perceptions of the TikTok account @buiramira as a source of information for thesis learning are very positive, making it suitable as a learning platform. The content presented not only provides technical knowledge but also shapes students’ attitudes and behaviors in facing the thesis process.This research employs a descriptive qualitative method  with data collection techniques including content observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that the @buiramira account successfully builds strong interaction with its audience through consistent uploads, the use of a communication style that feels close to viewers, and the utilization of current trends. In addition, the study finds that audience engagement is strongly influenced by a combination of content creativity, relevant topic selection, and the account owner’s ability to maintain emotional closeness with followers. These findings emphasize the importance of well-planned digital communication strategies in managing social media accounts, so that they can provide benefits both personally and professionally.

. This research is driven by the low literacy of plastic waste management in primary education, where students tend to perceive cleanliness only as disposing of trash without having the skills for reuse. This study aims to describe the utilization of recycled plastic waste media in enhancing students' environmental awareness at MI Salafiyah Syafi’iyah through an experiential learning approach. The method employed is descriptive-analytical qualitative, with data collection techniques including direct observation, interviews, and documentation. The research implementation was carried out through three main stages: participatory waste sorting, selection of clothing pattern designs as adhesive media, and the construction of creative collages into an educational display board named "Karyaku." The results indicate that the integration of plastic waste as a learning medium is capable of transforming students' paradigms from a consumptive to a creative perspective, as well as improving their practical understanding of the 3R principles (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle). The success of this research is evidenced by the creation of aesthetic and functional visual media that not only enhances students' creativity but also fosters a sense of responsibility and sustainable environmental concern for the school ecosystem.  

Digital transformation in education requires Early Childhood Education (ECE) teachers to develop competencies in utilizing digital-based learning media. However, in rural ECE contexts, the use of technology remains limited due to the lack of contextual and sustainable training. This community service program aims to enhance the digital learning media competencies of teachers at PAUD Ath-Thoyyibah in Pangadegan Village through the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) approach. The program was implemented through stages of community asset mapping, collaborative action planning, practice-based training, and post-training mentoring and reflection. The results indicate that ECE teachers were able to develop simple digital learning media based on images, videos, and audio tailored to early childhood characteristics. In addition to improving technical skills, the program increased teachers’ self-confidence and fostered collaborative networks within the educational community. These findings demonstrate that the ABCD approach is effective in strengthening ECE teacher capacity by emphasizing local asset utilization and active community participation. This program contributes to improving the quality of early childhood learning and strengthening adaptive educational communities in response to technological development.

The learning process that engages students greatly influences their interest in learning. The integration of technology in education can enhance students’ interest and motivation to learn, and technological advancements provide significant support in delivering education on Islamic religious knowledge. Various social media platforms can serve as learning resources. With technological assistance, it becomes easier to spread religious knowledge in innovative and creative ways. This technology can also capture students’ attention, as it enables the creation of animated videos to enhance students’ comprehension of religious knowledge. An example of such a platform that can serve as an educational resource is YouTube Kabi. YouTube Kabi is an interactive medium that offers engaging audio-visual content with animations that capture students’ interest. The delivery of Sirah Nabawiyah material can be accomplished easily because this application can be accessed on laptops or smartphones. The purpose of this study is to examine the utilization of YouTube Kabi in teaching Sirah Nabawiyah material. The method employed in this study is qualitative with a descriptive approach. This research is field-based, and the data collection process involves observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings of this study demonstrate that YouTube Kabi serves as an example of an Islamic educational resource that can enhance students’ motivation to learn, especially in learning Sirah Nabawiyah material, because during the learning process, students demonstrate enthusiasm and engagement.

Technology-based learning media have now become a primary choice in supporting the learning process in elementary schools, in line with the development of the digital era and the growing demand for more innovative learning approaches. The utilization of technology in education is expected to enhance the quality of teaching and learning processes and encourage active student engagement. One technology-based learning medium considered effective and engaging is BrainPOP, a digital learning platform that presents educational content through interactive animated videos, quizzes, simulations, and various supporting activities designed to suit the characteristics of elementary school students. The selection of BrainPOP is based on its advantages in increasing students’ learning interest, facilitating the understanding of abstract concepts by making them more concrete, and enhancing students’ motivation and retention of learning materials. The visual, communicative, and interactive presentation of content enables students to learn in a more enjoyable and less monotonous manner. This medium is capable of creating an engaging, effective, and student-centered learning atmosphere, thereby fostering an active, creative, and enjoyable learning environment. Therefore, the use of BrainPOP in the learning process is expected not only to improve students’ learning outcomes but also to optimally and sustainably develop their interest, motivation, and engagement in learning.

The development of thematic teaching materials at the elementary school level requires a deep understanding of students’ learning needs to ensure that the presented material is relevant, contextual, and capable of improving learning outcomes. This study aims to analyze the learning needs of elementary school students as a basis for developing effective thematic teaching materials. Literature related to learning needs, teaching material design, integrated thematic approaches, and the characteristics of students’ cognitive development were analyzed comprehensively. The results of the study indicate that students’ learning needs include contextual material, concrete visualizations, collaborative activities, and varied learning media. Challenges include limitations of teachers in conducting needs analysis, suboptimal utilization of technology, and the suitability of material to the local context. This article provides strategic recommendations for designing student-needs-based thematic teaching materials that are adaptive, engaging, and competency-oriented.

The development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has provided new opportunities to enhance the quality of learning, particularly in elementary science education. One form of AI utilization is chatbots, which function as interactive learning media capable of encouraging students’ active participation. In science learning, questioning behavior is an important indicator of students’ cognitive engagement; however, many elementary school students tend to be passive in asking questions. This study aimed to examine the effect of using AI chatbots in science learning on students’ questioning behavior in Grade V of SDN Plalangan 03 Gunungpati, Semarang City. This study employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design. Data were collected through observation, questionnaires, and documentation. The data were analyzed to identify changes in students’ questioning behavior before and after the implementation of AI chatbots in science learning. The results indicated that the use of AI chatbots improved students’ questioning behavior in terms of frequency, confidence, and activeness in asking questions. AI chatbots provided a comfortable and flexible interaction space for students, which helped reduce psychological barriers in questioning. It can be concluded that the use of AI chatbots has a positive effect on students’ questioning behavior in elementary school science learning.

Introduction: Stunting remains a major public health problem in Indonesia, including in Blang Teue Village, North Aceh, where the prevalence of children at risk of stunting reaches 28% (Public Health Center, 2023). The main contributing factors are mothers’ limited knowledge of locally sourced complementary feeding (MP-ASI) and restricted access to nutrition education media. This community service program aimed to empower the community by developing QR Code-based interactive educational posters as an accessible and user-friendly nutrition learning tool. Methods : The method employed was Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) with a Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach, involving 30 respondents (mothers of toddlers), health cadres, village officials, lecturers, and students. Results : The results indicated a significant improvement in mothers’ knowledge regarding local MP-ASI, where the percentage of respondents with high knowledge increased from 20% to 67% after the intervention. Utilization of QR Code media was also high, with 60% of respondents accessing it intensively, and a positive relationship was found between the intensity of media utilization and knowledge level (83% of high-intensity users achieved high knowledge). Conclusion : This program not only enhanced community knowledge and skills but also fostered the emergence of local leaders from health cadres and PKK members, as well as promoted social transformation through strengthened digital literacy and the use of local food in stunting prevention.

The development of digital technology has driven the  increasing use of e-modules as interactive learning media that support  independent and collaborative learning. The integration of pedagogical approaches and multimedia technology makes e-modules increasingly adaptive and effective in developing higher-order thinking skills. This study aims to map trends in the development and utilization of e-modules through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR)  of Scopus articles published in 2020–2024. From the selection process, 20 articles were analyzed based on their pedagogical approach, as well as the media and digital platforms used. The study results show that pedagogical approaches such as Problem-Based Learning, STEM, SETS, Discovery Learning, and Guided Inquiry have been consistently proven to improve critical thinking skills, learning outcomes, and 21st-century competencies. From a technological perspective, Android and flipbook platforms are the primary choices due to their flexible access and multimedia support such as video, animation, simulations, and interactive quizzes. These findings emphasize the importance of developing systematic, pedagogically-based e-modules supported by interactive multimedia.  Further research is needed to explore the integration of AR/VR, gamification, and artificial intelligence.   

Islamic Religious Education plays a pivotal role in the formation of students’ character, particularly within the setting of vocational health education. In light of the introduction of the Love-Based Curriculum initiated by the Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs, there is a pressing need for instructional strategies that effectively integrate the values of love, compassion, tolerance, and empathy into PAI teaching. This study seeks to provide a comprehensive description and critical analysis of the love-oriented PAI learning model implemented at SMK Kesehatan Athalla Putra Palembang, while also examining the challenges encountered and the solutions undertaken in its execution. The research adopts a qualitative field study approach, with data collected through classroom observations, in-depth interviews with teachers and students, as well as document analysis. The findings indicate that several strategies have been employed, including interactive lectures, collaborative group discussions, socially oriented project-based learning, and the utilization of media designed to promote compassion. The successful implementation of the Love-Based Curriculum in this context is shaped by factors such as teacher competence, institutional support, and the adequacy of educational facilities. Nevertheless, a number of obstacles were identified, namely time constraints, limited professional training for teachers, and resistance to pedagogical change. Despite these challenges, the applied strategies proved to be effective in enhancing both student motivation and character development. Accordingly, it is recommended that the institution reinforce teacher professional development programs, establish a more structured syllabus, and institutionalize love-based values within both assessment practices and the broader school culture.

The management of educational institutions has a strategic role in determining the direction of growth and sustainability of the institution. The success of this management is highly dependent on the administrator's ability to analyze the external environment, understand the position of competitors, optimize internal potential, and formulate superior strategies that are able to maintain competitiveness without ignoring the fundamental values ​​of education. In this context, the application of marketing management becomes an important need. This study aims to analyze marketing management in increasing public trust in the Darul Hikmah Islamic Boarding School in Tulungagung. This study uses a qualitative phenomenological approach with data collection techniques through interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis is carried out through data condensation, data presentation, and drawing conclusion/verification. The results of the study indicate that the marketing strategy of the Darul Hikmah Islamic Boarding School in Tulungagung in building public trust is implemented through four main elements: (1) Product – offering quality educational services with character strengthening, implementing the curriculum of the Ministry of National Education, Ministry of Religious Affairs, local content, and superior extracurricular programs; (2) Price – affordable registration and administration fees and adjusted to the economic conditions of the community; (3) Place – the location of the Islamic boarding school is strategic, easy to reach, and has a conducive learning environment; and (4) Promotion – conducted through visits to elementary schools, installation of promotional media (billboards, banners, brochures), publication of extracurricular achievements, and utilization of social media such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and the Islamic boarding school's official website.