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This study examines the role of mathematics learning in improving logical thinking skills in early childhood. The background of this study is based on the importance of logical thinking skills as a foundation for children's cognitive development, which can begin at an early age through appropriate mathematics learning. The purpose of this study is to analyze how mathematics learning can stimulate the development of logical thinking in early childhood and explore effective learning strategies. The methods used are library research and observation of several models of mathematics learning for early childhood in early childhood education institutions. The findings indicate that fun and concrete activity-based mathematics learning can improve children's abilities in critical thinking, constructing patterns, drawing conclusions, and solving simple problems. The implications of this study emphasize the need for the application of creative and interactive mathematics learning methods to support the development of logical thinking from an early age, while also encouraging educators to integrate mathematics into children's daily activities. This study also recommends the development of learning media appropriate to children's developmental stages for optimal results.

This study focuses on mentoring activities for male and female students of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Khalafiyah Syafi’iyyah Zainul Hasan Genggong related to children’s development during the school period. The main issue identified is the lack of optimal learning motivation and independence among students, which affects their academic achievement and character formation. The purpose of this study is to improve students’ observation skills, creativity, critical thinking, emotional regulation, social interaction, and learning motivation in an integrated manner. This research employed a descriptive qualitative method with observation, interviews, and in-depth documentation as the primary data collection techniques. The findings indicate a significant improvement in students’ concentration, creative expression through drawing, logical thinking, emotional stability, harmonious social interaction, as well as motivation and discipline in learning. The mentoring activities provide a sustainable positive impact on students’ psychological growth and holistic development within the madrasah environment

This study focuses on mentoring activities for male and female students of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Khalafiyah Syafi’iyyah Zainul Hasan Genggong related to children’s development during the school period. The main issue identified is the lack of optimal learning motivation and independence among students, which affects their academic achievement and character formation. The purpose of this study is to improve students’ observation skills, creativity, critical thinking, emotional regulation, social interaction, and learning motivation in an integrated manner. This research employed a descriptive qualitative method with observation, interviews, and in-depth documentation as the primary data collection techniques. The findings indicate a significant improvement in students’ concentration, creative expression through drawing, logical thinking, emotional stability, harmonious social interaction, as well as motivation and discipline in learning. The mentoring activities provide a sustainable positive impact on students’ psychological growth and holistic development within the madrasah environment

Logical thinking is a fundamental competency for prospective teachers, as it supports systematic reasoning and professional decision-making. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between academic communication and emotional regulation with the logical thinking skills of students at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Satya Wiyata Mandala University, Nabire, Central Papua. A quantitative correlational design was employed with 100 students selected through proportional random sampling. Data were collected using an academic communication questionnaire, an emotional regulation scale, and a logical reasoning test, and analyzed through Pearson correlation and multiple regression. The findings indicate that both academic communication and emotional regulation have positive and significant relationships with logical thinking skills, both partially and simultaneously. These results emphasize that logical thinking development in higher education requires the integration of cognitive, interpersonal, and emotional competencies.

The advancement of digital technology has transformed children's media consumption patterns, marked by the growing use of short video content such as TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels. This study aims to explore the psychological impacts of short video addiction on elementary school-aged children, focusing on cognitive, affective, and social aspects. Using a phenomenological qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation involving 10 children, 7 parents, and 4 teachers from two elementary schools. The findings indicate that children who intensively access short videos (more than two hours per day) experience reduced concentration, emotional instability, and social withdrawal. These results were analyzed using theoretical frameworks from Piaget (cognitive), Krathwohl (affective), Erikson and Bandura (social), and Young’s digital addiction model. The main conclusion reveals that short video addiction negatively affects children's developmental tasks, including logical thinking abilities, emotional regulation, and social skills. Therefore, digital literacy-based interventions and active supervision by parents and teachers are essential to prevent the long-term detrimental impacts on children's psychological development.

This research is motivated by the importance of the relationship between parenting styles and the logical thinking skills of early childhood. The development of logical thinking is part of the cognitive aspect that plays a role in children's ability to solve problems, understand cause-and-effect relationships, and make decisions. This study aims to determine the most effective parenting style in improving children's logical thinking skills. The study used a quantitative approach with a correlational method and was conducted at the KB Mekar Indah Early Childhood Education Center (PAUD). Data were obtained through observation, interviews, and tests with 15 respondents. The results showed a significant relationship between parenting styles and the logical thinking skills of early childhood. Democratic parenting styles have the most positive influencThis research is motivated by the importance of the relationship between parenting styles and the logical thinking skills of early childhood. The development of logical thinking is part of the cognitive aspect that plays a role in children's ability to solve problems, understand cause-and-effect relationships, and make decisions. This study aims to determine the most effective parenting style in improving children's logical thinking skills. The study used a quantitative approach with a correlational method and was conducted at the KB Mekar Indah Early Childhood Education Center (PAUD). Data were obtained through observation, interviews, and tests with 15 respondents. The results showed a significant relationship between parenting styles and the logical thinking skills of early childhood. Democratic parenting styles have the most positive influence compared to permissive and authoritarian parenting styles, as shown by higher logical thinking scores in children. Thus, democratic parenting styles are recommended to be implemented to support children's cognitive development.e compared to permissive and authoritarian parenting styles, as shown by higher logical thinking scores in children. Thus, democratic parenting styles are recommended to be implemented to support children's cognitive development.

This study aims to explore the implementation of the Resource-Based Learning (RBL) model in enhancing the critical thinking skills of tenth-grade students in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) at SMA Negeri 1 Sangatta Selatan. It also examines the factors that support or hinder the use of the RBL model among these students. A qualitative approach was used, with field research as the research type. Data sources included both primary and secondary materials. Informants consisted of Islamic Religious Education teachers and tenth-grade students. Data collection methods involved observation, interviews, and document analysis, and the data were analyzed descriptively. The findings reveal that the RBL model enables students to analyze information critically, engage more actively and reflectively with the material, enhance their logical thinking, deepen understanding, and develop the ability to find and evaluate appropriate solutions. Supporting factors for the model’s success include the availability of diverse learning resources, engaging teaching methods, teacher support as facilitators, and effective group collaboration and discussion. On the other hand, limited active participation from some students was identified as a barrier. Overall, the application of the RBL model significantly improved students’ critical thinking skills compared to traditional teaching methods. This was evidenced by an increase in the average critical thinking test scores in the experimental group. Therefore, the RBL model proves to be an effective alternative strategy for enhancing both the quality and outcomes of Islamic Religious Education at the high school level. Moreover, students showed greater engagement, improved collaboration skills, and increased independence in accessing and utilizing learning materials. These results highlight the effectiveness of the RBL model in fostering critical thinking and meaningful learning experiences in PAI subjects.

This training activity on application development using the Thunkable platform was designed to enhance digital literacy, logical thinking skills, and strengthen the character of adolescents through a Project-Based Learning (PjBL) approach. In today’s digital age, digital literacy is an essential competency, and equipping young people with the ability to create meaningful technology empowers them to be not just users but also creators of impactful digital solutions. The training took place on May 17, 2025, at a member’s house from the GKI Kasih congregation in Perumnas, Sorong. It was attended by 20 participants aged between 12 and 17 years. The choice of a familiar and friendly setting was intended to create a comfortable and collaborative learning environment. The training materials were structured step-by-step, starting with an introduction to the Thunkable platform, user interface (UI) design, navigation logic development using visual block programming, and culminating in group presentations and reflections on the final projects. The project theme chosen for the training was "Prophets as Role Models," aimed at integrating spiritual values and character development into an educational digital application. Through this project, participants not only gained technical skills but also reflected on the moral and inspirational values of prophetic figures in the Christian faith. Evaluation results showed that the training had a significant positive impact. Participants demonstrated increased understanding of app development concepts, were able to explain their project workflows and features, and showed high levels of enthusiasm and creativity throughout the process. Furthermore, character values such as teamwork, responsibility, and a strong learning spirit were fostered. This initiative serves as a concrete example of how technology-based education can be effectively combined with character formation. It also provides a replicable training model for other communities, particularly for church-based youth development programs that aim to nurture digitally literate and morally grounded future generations.

The rapid advancement of information technology demands higher education graduates to possess strong digital competencies, particularly algorithmic literacy. This form of literacy involves understanding data structures, programming logic, and computational thinking in problem-solving. This community service program aimed to strengthen algorithmic literacy among students as a foundational skill for building a professional career in the field of information technology. Conducted at the Information Technology Study Program of Universitas ‘Aisyiyah Yogyakarta, the program included need assessment, instructional material development, interactive training sessions, case-based group work, and evaluation through student presentations. The results showed significant improvement in students’ understanding of algorithms and their ability to design efficient and systematic solutions. By applying a problem-based and collaborative learning approach, students also developed essential 21st-century skills such as communication and teamwork. The case presentation-based evaluation provided comprehensive insights into their critical and logical thinking abilities. This program successfully contributed to preparing students not only as technology users but also as future innovators in the digital era.

This study aims to analyze the influence of epistemological views and artificial intelligence (AI) technology literacy on teacher self-efficacy in carrying out leadership tasks in elementary schools. The background of this study is based on the challenges of digital education transformation in the Penukal District, Penukal Abab Lematang Ilir (PALI) Regency, which requires teachers to have adaptive and technology-based leadership skills. This study uses a quantitative approach with a causal associative design and Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) analysis technique. The study population involved all 30 elementary school teachers in Penukal District, with a total sampling technique. The results showed that both epistemological views and AI technology literacy had a positive and significant effect on teacher self-efficacy. AI technology literacy made a greater contribution, indicating that understanding and skills in AI technology substantially increased teachers' confidence in leading change. These findings recommend the importance of teacher training programs that integrate strengthening epistemological thinking and digital skills to support sustainable educational transformation.

This research discusses Process Theology as a theological perspective that understands God and the world as aspects of a process that continues to change and develop. In the midst of a diverse and diverse modern society, Process Theology provides an inclusive framework to facilitate positive interfaith dialogue. Through a literature review, this research explains the main principles of Process Theology and how their application can support the creation of harmony and tolerance between various religious groups. This approach emphasizes the importance of respecting diversity and universal values ​​that exist in various religious traditions. The findings of this research indicate that Process Theology can be an effective foundation for reducing divisions due to religion and strengthening solidarity in society. This study contributes to the development of theological thinking that is relevant to the challenges of plurality and diversity in the modern era.

This study explores the integration of musical drama as a medium to strengthen computational thinking (CT) among high school students in Jakarta. Computational thinking, a critical 21st-century skill, involves problem-solving through decomposition, pattern recognition, abstraction, and algorithmic thinking. Despite its importance, CT remains underutilized in art education. This research employs a Research and Development (R&D) approach using the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) to design and implement a project-based learning (PjBL) framework centered on musical drama. The study involved 35 grade XI students who participated in an 8-week musical drama project, divided into creative teams to handle various production aspects. Observations, interviews, and documentation revealed that students effectively applied CT components: decomposing tasks, recognizing patterns in performance elements, simplifying complex narratives (abstraction), and organizing systematic workflows (algorithmic thinking). Results indicated significant improvements in students' logical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and confidence. The study highlights the effectiveness of musical drama as an interdisciplinary tool to enhance CT skills while fostering emotional engagement and character development. It also underscores the teacher's role as a facilitator in promoting reflective and participatory learning. The findings align with prior research on PjBL and CT, suggesting broader applicability in art education. Future research could extend this model to basic education or incorporate digital technologies.

This paper discusses the importance of developing tarkib (grammatical structure) and vocabulary evaluation instruments in learning Arabic, which is a crucial aspect in understanding and composing meaningful sentences. Tarkib learning includes exercises in underlining fi'il and fa'il, converting ismiyyah sentences to fi'liyah numbers, filling in blanks and selecting answers in parentheses, completing sentences, identifying the type of amount. Vocabulary learning includes practice in pronouncing vocabulary according to pictures, writing vocabulary based on pictures and filling in blank sentences. This article also outlines the different levels of mastery of tarkib, from beginner to advanced. It is emphasized that effective and adaptive evaluation instruments are needed to measure students' abilities objectively, so as to improve students' linguistic competence and logical thinking skills.

Right thinking requires means or tools of thinking. This means is certain, so scientific activity will not be maximized without the means of scientific thinking. Mastery of scientific tools is very important for scientists in order to carry out scientific activities properly. The type of writing in this article is literature revieu or literature, the data is described descriptively, so that it shows a scientific study that can be further developed. The results of this study are that the stages of scientific activity require tools in the form of scientific thinking tools. The means of scientific thinking serves only as a tool for humans to think scientifically in order to gain knowledge. Language is a means of communicating systematic ways of thinking in acquiring knowledge. Without language skills, a person will not be able to carry out scientific activities systematically and correctly. Logic as a means of scientific thinking directs humans to think correctly in accordance with the rules of correct thinking. Logic helps humans to think systematically which can be accounted for. If you want to do thinking activities correctly, you must use logical thinking rules. Logic can distinguish between correct thinking processes and incorrect thinking processes. Mathematics is a means of deductive thinking, so people can use statistics for inductive thinking. Deductive thinking and inductive thinking are needed to support correct scientific activities so that they will produce correct knowledge as well. Statistics should not be underestimated by people who want to be able to carry out scientific activities properly. Mastery of statistics is necessary for people who will draw valid conclusions. Statistics must be seen as equal to mathematics.

Nutritional issues in Indonesia continue to pose a significant public health challenge and necessitate early educational interventions. Children aged 7 to 9, categorized as part of Generation Alpha, are digital natives who are beginning to develop logical thinking abilities and demonstrate a strong preference for audiovisual content. In response, a two-dimensional digital animation entitled “MIGI: Makan Minum Bergizi” was developed as an educational medium. This project aims to implement the animation principles of appeal, exaggeration, and squash & stretch, which serve as the foundation for communication and visual quality in animation. The animation was produced using Adobe After Effects with the keyframe animation technique, resulting in the application of the appeal principle through uniquely simple internal organ character designs, bright and contrasting color palettes, and the use of symbolic language relevant to the target audience. The exaggeration principle was applied to dramatize movement and emotional shifts, while squash & stretch was implemented using scale transformation and puppet tools, maintaining volume consistency. These three animation principles were consciously and conceptually applied to enhance the visual appeal and communicative effectiveness of the educational message, making the work an engaging and potentially impactful learning medium.

This study aims to develop teaching materials based on the TESMER approach on algebra material to improve the quality of mathematics learning at the junior high school level. TESMER as a development model is designed to bridge learning theory with classroom learning practices through systematic stages, namely the analysis, design, formative experiments, and retrospective reflection stages. The algebra material focused on includes algebraic forms, algebraic operations, and simple problem solving. This study uses a design research approach by involving teachers and students in the development process. The results of expert validation show that the teaching materials are included in the very valid category, with high assessments in the aspects of content integration, presentation, and language. Limited trials show that the teaching materials are practical to use by teachers and are liked by students. In addition, there was a significant increase in students' conceptual understanding and logical thinking skills after using the teaching materials. These findings recommend the TESMER approach as an effective framework in developing contextual algebra learning devices that are oriented towards meaningful learning.

Scratch is a block-based visual programming language that is very suitable for beginners to create animations, games, and interactive stories. This community service program (PKM) aims to introduce interactive story making to students of MTs Pembangunan Nurul Islam. Activities are carried out through training, mentoring, and direct practice with a creative and fun approach. The results of the activities show an increase in student interest and creativity in using Scratch as a medium for digital expression. Interactive stories have also proven effective in fostering digital literacy, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Scratch is a block-based visual programming language that is very suitable for beginners to create animations, games, and interactive stories. This community service program (PKM) aims to introduce interactive story making to students of MTs Pembangunan Nurul Islam. Activities are carried out through training, mentoring, and direct practice with a creative and fun approach. The results of the activities show an increase in student interest and creativity in using Scratch as a medium for digital expression. Interactive stories have also proven effective in fostering digital literacy, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

This study aims to improve mathematics learning outcomes on probability material through the application of rotating wheel media in class 6A UPT SDN Kutorejo 1. Probability material is considered difficult by students because it is abstract and requires logical thinking skills. This study uses the PTK method with two cycles involving 29 students. Each cycle consists of planning, action, observation, and reflection. The rotating wheel media used is in the form of a circle that can be rotated and contains pictures of typical Tuban souvenirs as objects of probability that students must calculate in groups and independently. The results of the study showed a significant increase in student learning outcomes, marked by an increase in the average score from pretest to posttest in each cycle. In addition, the rotating wheel media also increased student learning motivation and active involvement in learning. PjBL approach combined with this media makes learning more interactive, and fun. In conclusion, the use of rotating wheel media is effective in helping students understand the concept of probability, improving learning outcomes, and overcoming abstract mathematics learning difficulties. The recommendation of this study is the use of rotating wheel media as an alternative innovation in mathematics learning in elementary schools.

The development of Christology in the first century, from up to the 5th century, shows how the Church formulated the true teachings of Jesus Christ on different theological agendas in the middle. This struggle not only strengthened the understanding of Christ's identity, but also served as a basis for Christian faith in understanding the operation of salvation. This research is a qualitative research using the literature study method. The research was designed to analyze the development of Christology from the first century to the fifth century, especially in understanding how theological thinking about Jesus Christ developed in church history.