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The study aims to analyze the role of digital media as a distracting factor affecting the faith loyalty of Catholic adolescents in their relationship with God amid religious pluralism in Indonesia. The development of digital media has transformed how adolescents understand, express, and live out their faith, while simultaneously presenting both opportunities and ambivalent challenges. This research employs a qualitative approach using a library research method, analyzing various theological, sociological sources, and Church documents. The findings indicate that digital media can serve as a broad and participatory space for expressing faith, but it also has the potential to create distractions in three main dimensions: cognitive, affective, and practical. Cognitively, adolescents experience confusion in understanding faith teachings due to the diversity of information available. Affectively, there is a shift in orientation from a relationship with God toward the pursuit of emotional gratification in digital spaces. Practically, there is a decline in engagement in concrete religious practices. Within the context of religious pluralism, this complexity intensifies and influences the formation of adolescents’ faith identity. This study also finds that digital media does not only have negative impacts but also holds positive potential as a means of deepening faith when used critically and reflectively. Therefore, the role of the Church is essential through contextual, dialogical, and integrative pastoral accompaniment combined with critical digital literacy. Through this approach, adolescents are expected to integrate their digital experiences into a more mature, authentic faith life rooted in a deeper relationship with God.

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.

The rapid development of digital media has increased the complexity of health information flows and triggered the spread of misinformation, thereby requiring service personnel to be prepared to manage information critically. However, studies specifically examining the relationship between digital media literacy and readiness to handle health hoaxes among non-medical frontliner staff remain limited. This study aims to analyze the relationship between digital media literacy and readiness in handling health-related hoaxes among frontliner staff at RSUD Welas Asih Bandung. A quantitative approach with a survey method was employed, involving 243 respondents selected through a census sampling technique. Data were collected using a Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed through validity, reliability, and Spearman’s Rank correlation tests. The results indicate that digital media literacy is at a high level, with digital safety (85.2%) and digital ethics (82.3%) as dominant indicators. Readiness in handling health hoaxes is also high, with gathering (78.6%) and planning (76.1%) as the highest indicators. The correlation test shows a positive and significant relationship with a coefficient of 0.794 (p<0.001), indicating a strong association. These findings suggest that improving digital media literacy significantly contributes to enhancing readiness in handling health hoaxes. Therefore, strengthening digital literacy is an important strategy to improve communication effectiveness and healthcare service quality.

The development of digital media has transformed Islamic da’wah into a digitally mediated form of religious communication, reshaping structures of authority, engagement, and community formation. However, existing research remains fragmented and lacks a comprehensive structural map. This study conducted a Systematic Literature Network Analysis (SLNA) of Scopus-indexed publications on Islamic da’wah via digital platforms from 2016 to 2026. Using PRISMA-based screening techniques and bibliometric methods—including co-authorship, co-citation, and co-occurrence analyses with VOSviewer—the study analyzed 74 peer-reviewed journal articles. The results indicate a significant increase in the number of publications, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic. The field is structured around four main themes: platform-based engagement strategies, youth identity formation, digital authority and ethics, and the adaptation of prophetic communication principles to the online context. Although Indonesia and Malaysia dominate the research output, the collaborative network remains relatively dispersed. New topics such as the influence of algorithms and AI-supported da‘wah suggest an expansion toward interdisciplinary directions. This study provides the first comprehensive map based on Scopus for research on Islamic digital da‘wah and offers a foundation for future theoretical and empirical development.

This study aims to analyze the use of digital media in the form of infographics to improve student learning outcomes in history lessons, specifically regarding the events of the national movement in the 11th grade students of SMA Muhammadiyah 07 Serbelawan in the 2024/2025 academic year. Along with technological advancements, the use of digital media is becoming increasingly popular in education as an alternative to improve student understanding and learning interest. One form of digital media used is infographics, which can simplify complex information into easier-to-understand information through engaging visual elements. The research method used was classroom action research (CAR), implemented in two cycles, with the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The subjects of this study were 30 11th grade students of SMA Muhammadiyah 07 Serbelawan. Data collection techniques were conducted through tests, observations, and interviews. Data analysis was conducted using quantitative and qualitative descriptive analysis. The results showed that the use of infographics in history lessons can improve student understanding and learning interest. Improved student learning outcomes were evident in improved test scores after the use of infographics, as well as increased student active participation in class discussions. Furthermore, students also responded positively to the use of this digital media because infographics presented information in a more engaging and easy-to-understand manner. Based on the results of this study, it can be concluded that the use of digital media in the form of infographics can be effective in improving students' history learning outcomes, particularly in understanding the material on the national movement. Therefore, it is recommended that history teachers consider using infographics in their lessons to improve the quality of teaching and student learning outcomes.

Digital media is currently the main key to public communication to convey aspirations in government policies. Medan is also one of the major cities in Indonesia that is striving to realize the concept of a smart city through digital media. The role of digital media is very important in realizing a smart city. This study aims to analyze how digital media plays a role in uniting the views of the community and the Medan city government in the effort to realize a smart city in Medan. The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive approach with a library research approach and observation of digital communication activities, online news, and public statements from the government to the public in Medan. In realizing a smart city, optimizing digital communication is essential to strengthen the synergy between the community and the government. The results of the study indicate that digital media plays a crucial role as a means of two-way communication, information dissemination, and as a medium for public participation. However, challenges such as weak digital literacy and limited infrastructure are obstacles to the sustainability of this effort.

This qualitative research, employing a literature review method, aims to dissect the massive influence of digital media on the shifting social structures of Generation Z. The findings indicate that technology has transformed interaction patterns from physical encounters to continuous digital communication, creating new forms of sociability that are expansive yet often superficial. The process of identity formation now relies heavily on self-curation in cyberspace, where digital metrics serve as benchmarks for validation, frequently triggering psychological pressure. This phenomenon also impacts the weakening of traditional parental authority due to the intergenerational digital divide. Although Gen Z is adept at building social capital through interest-based virtual communities, the risk of polarization remains a concern. Regarding value orientation, there is a shift toward authenticity and work flexibility that prioritizes personal meaning. Given its ambivalent impact on mental health, the study concludes that a synergy of robust digital literacy, strengthened family roles, and platform policies prioritizing user well-being is essential to navigate this social transformation.

This community service program aimed to improve students’ understanding and awareness of digital media ethics, particularly language politeness in social media communication. The activity was conducted at a junior high school in Islamic Boarding School Al Falah. The program was designed using participatory and interactive approaches, including lectures, group discussions, role-play simulations, and pre-test and post-test evaluations. The initial findings from the pre-test indicated that most students lacked adequate understanding of ethical digital communication and tended to perceive social media as a free space without rules. After the training, the post-test results showed a significant improvement in students’ comprehension of responsible and polite communication practices in digital environments. Students demonstrated better awareness of the impacts of hate speech, cyberbullying, and misinformation. They were also able to propose constructive and ethical responses to various social media scenarios. The activity resulted in increased digital awareness, positive behavioral changes, and personal commitments from students to promote respectful communication online. This program contributes to strengthening digital literacy and character education among adolescents in rural areas.

The heart is a vital human organ that plays an important role in the circulatory system. Therefore, an understanding of the heart needs to be given from an early age, starting from basic concepts to more complex aspects. Every human being is created by God with a heart that functions to sustain life, so every individual has the right to gain knowledge about heart health. Adolescents, in particular, need to understand the function and workings of the heart early in order to lower the risk of heart disease in the future. This Community Service (PkM) activity aims to improve the understanding of cardiac physiology in adolescents through the use of digital media. The activity method used is health education about cardiac physiology and how to maintain heart health from an early age. The participants of the activity were 50 students of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah and Junior High School of the Ummul Quro Al-Hamidiyah Foundation. The activity began with the delivery of educational materials, then continued with an evaluation of students' understanding. The results of the activity showed an increase in student knowledge, which indicates that education is effective in forming awareness and early prevention of heart disease.

The illicit circulation of narcotics in Indonesia has undergone a fundamental evolution into cyber-enabled crime, where drug syndicates systematically exploit children as technical operators through digital media to sever the main network chain and evade legal detection. This study aims to analyze the anatomy of the modus operandi of narcotics transactions involving children in the digital realm and examine its legal implications for the process of proof and criminal liability. Utilizing an empirical juridical research method with a sociological approach conducted in the jurisdiction of the Metro Police Resort, Lampung, this research identifies a shift in modus operandi towards the "Map System" or Dead Drop Method. In this modus, the child's role is divided into three sophisticated technical stages: pre-transaction via encrypted communication, field execution (mapping & dropping) using precise GPS coordinates, and post-transaction involving digital cleaning, which creates a phenomenon of crime "gamification" where children perceive the criminal act akin to an online game mission. The legal implications of this phenomenon present serious challenges regarding the validity of electronic evidence, which is volatile due to a weak chain of custody, as well as the reconstruction of the child's mens rea, which points towards premeditated intent (dolus premeditatus) driven by high digital literacy rather than mere negligence. These conditions complicate the application of pure diversion as mandated by law; thus, this study recommends a hybrid punishment approach where law enforcement proceeds to break impunity, but sanctions focus on specific rehabilitation in the Special Guidance Institution for Children (LPKA) to reorient the children's digital skills positively.

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.   

Penelitian ini mengkaji identitas visual merek Pia Saronde—salah satu produk kuliner khas Gorontalo—dengan menggunakan pendekatan semiotika yang berlandaskan teori Roland Barthes. Sebagai salah satu UMKM yang bergerak di sektor pangan, merek ini sangat bergantung pada peran logo untuk membentuk persepsi konsumen, memperkuat posisi merek, serta membedakannya dari produk lain dalam persaingan pasar. Penelitian ini bertujuan menelaah struktur visual yang membentuk logo, menginterpretasikan makna denotatif dan konotatif yang muncul, serta menilai sejauh mana logo tersebut mampu merepresentasikan nilai-nilai budaya lokal. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif dengan memadukan pengamatan visual terhadap logo dan kajian pustaka yang relevan. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa kombinasi warna kuning dan coklat pada logo mampu menimbulkan kesan hangat, manis, dan menggugah selera, sedangkan bentuk tipografi yang melengkung menghadirkan citra tradisional, akrab, dan bernuansa rumahan. Selain itu, penggunaan nama “Saronde” menciptakan hubungan simbolis dengan Pulau Saronde yang terkenal, sehingga memperkuat keterikatan merek terhadap identitas daerah. Secara keseluruhan, temuan penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa logo tersebut berhasil mengomunikasikan keterkaitan budaya dan citra kuliner yang diusung produk. Meskipun demikian, penelitian ini merekomendasikan adanya pengembangan pada beberapa elemen simbolik dan peningkatan adaptasi visual untuk kebutuhan media digital guna memperkuat daya saing merek.

The development of Islamic banking in Indonesia faces challenges in attracting customers, especially younger generations who are more familiar with digital technology. Digital marketing has become an important strategy for reaching a wider market segment through social media, websites, and mobile applications. This study uses a literature review method to analyze the effectiveness of digital marketing in increasing customer interest in Islamic banking. The results of the study show that educational, interactive, and transparent digital marketing can increase customer awareness, trust, and emotional attachment to Islamic products. The factors for the success of this strategy include content quality, ease of access to digital services, content segmentation according to customer profiles, and multichannel communication integration. However, the effectiveness of digital marketing is still limited by the scarcity of educational content, human resource capacity, and the level of digital literacy among the public. This study concludes that optimizing creative, personalized, and educational digital marketing strategies is key for Islamic banking to increase customer interest and loyalty.

The 21st century of digitalization is very influential in life such as Education which must adapt to the development of world digitalization technology. Education is carried out by involving innovation, creativity, and also motivation to update more interesting learning methods with interactive media that have been designed. History learning in particular must develop and adapt to the digital era by utilizing technology to make teaching methods the goal of an active learning process. History learning which is considered boring has a great opportunity to be able to adapt to interactive media so that passive students during learning are reduced and become active students and can understand History easily. In this study involved a teacher with 30 high school students who were the objects of the research study. The method used was descriptive qualitative which refers to observation, documents, interviews, questionnaires, and also a social science approach. The results of the study explain the low interest in History learning to many passive students due to learning methods that are not in line with the digital era to attract Gen Z's interest in History Lessons and also show the results of History learning by involving interactive media with digital technology.

Parenting communication literacy is a fundamental competence that influences children’s growth in cognitive, emotional, and social domains. Initial findings at Posyandu Teratai, South Tangerang, revealed that many mothers still relied on authoritarian and less dialogical communication, which limited children’s confidence and engagement. In response, the Community Service (PKM) team of Universitas Pamulang implemented a program entitled Optimizing Parenting Communication Literacy through Digital Media. The activities were designed using participatory strategies such as lectures, interactive group discussions, simulation exercises, and the dissemination of digital learning materials in the form of modules and videos. The program outcomes demonstrated considerable improvement in mothers’ knowledge and attitudes toward positive communication practices, including the ability to listen actively, provide encouragement, and employ digital platforms as continuous learning resources. Furthermore, the integration of digital tools enabled mothers to access and exchange information beyond formal training sessions. The broader impact of the program was the establishment of a collaborative learning community at Posyandu, which not only supported families in applying positive parenting approaches but also reinforced community-level awareness of effective communication in child-rearing.

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan proses pemanfaatan teknologi dalam budaya islam menurut perspektif buya hamka, dengan teknologi yang semakin berkembang dan modern membuat budaya islam lebih dikenal secara luas dan mudah, melalui perspektif buya hamka ini islam tidak melarang umat islam untuk ketingglan zaman, asalkan setiap budaya yang dihasilkan dan disebar luskan bisa sesuai syariat islam , sehingga jauh dari kata maksiat dan menyesatkan serta tidak melanggar syariat islam. Penelitian ini memanfaatkan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif untuk mengeksplorasi kontribusi teknologi dalam penyebaran budaya Islam menurut pandangan Buya Hamka. Proses pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui  sistem observasi, wawancara, dan analisis dokumen, yang kemudian dianalisis dengan cara deskriptif merujuk pada teori-teori keislaman dari Buya Hamka. Temuan dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa Buya Hamka melihat teknologi sebagai sarana yang dapat memperkuat nilai iman dan moral, serta menyebarluaskan ajaran Islam secara inovatif dan interaktif. Pandangannya menekankan pentingnya menemukan keseimbangan antara perkembangan teknologi dan kemajuan spiritual agar teknologi dapat digunakan secara efektif dalam kegiatan dakwah dan pendidikan Islam. Penelitian ini juga menunjukkan relevansi pemikiran Buya Hamka dalam era digital saat ini, di mana media digital memiliki peranan yang signifikan dalam menjangkau masyarakat luas dengan cara yang humanis dan dialogis, sejalan dengan nilai-nilai moral dan budaya Islam.

This study aims to determine the effect of digital media use on children's academic achievement. Rapid technological developments have made digital media a crucial part of the modern educational process. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, this study provides an in-depth description of how digital media is used in learning activities and its impact on student learning outcomes. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and documentation of students, teachers, and parents involved in the technology-based learning process. The results indicate that digital media plays a significant role in increasing children's interest and motivation in learning, enriching their knowledge base, and helping them understand the material more effectively. However, the study also found that excessive, unsupervised use of digital media can lead to decreased concentration, the development of procrastination, and decreased social interaction among students. Therefore, the use of digital media needs to be balanced with guidance and supervision from teachers and parents to ensure its use remains aligned with educational goals. In conclusion, digital media has significant potential to improve children's academic achievement when used wisely, purposefully, and in accordance with each student's individual learning needs.

The decrease in student enthusiasm for learning at MAN 2 Blitar is caused by the limited physical references in the madrasah library, thus hindering the expansion of students' knowledge. To overcome this, madrasas provide Wi-Fi facilities as an alternative learning medium to increase learning motivation, especially in fiqh subjects. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study type. Data sources include Madrasah Heads, Curriculum Waka, Fiqh Teachers, and MAN 2 Blitar students. Data collection techniques are carried out through interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis used data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing techniques, with the validity of the data tested through triangulation, extension of participation, and peer discussion. The focus of this research includes the urgency, implementation, and barriers and solutions for the use of Wi-Fi in increasing motivation to learn fiqh. The results show that the use of Wi-Fi is important because it can reduce the economic burden on students, facilitate the learning process, and create a varied and innovative learning atmosphere. The implementation of Wi-Fi is carried out through online article searches, the use of the Canva application for presentations and poster assignments, and the use of learning videos from YouTube. The obstacles faced include unstable networks, power outages, and misuse of internet access, which are overcome by the addition of routers, the provision of generators, as well as supervision and restrictions on the use of student devices.

The rapid growth of social media has yielded vast digital traces with high potential for improving corporate forensic auditing. Their utilization, however, lags behind through technological reliability, privacy, and adherence to the law. The aim of this study is to explore effective utilization of social media digital traces in forensic auditing and develop a functional framework that lags neither behind through technological efficiency nor adherence to the law and ethics. A mixed-method design was utilized, combining quantitative machine learning analysis with qualitative document analysis and semi-structured interview insight. Quantitative data drawn from social media digital traces were processed using Random Forest algorithm with SMOTE for class balancing, while qualitative data were processed using thematic analysis. The results indicated high model performance with 91.3% accuracy and AUC-ROC of 0.94, together with three emergent themes: digital integration, ethics and privacy, and regulation and legality. The results demonstrate that digital footprints may serve as an effective early and reliable indicator for fraud detection, provided they are accompanied by clear regulatory and ethical frameworks. Its principal contribution lies in the development of an operational model that combines machine learning with legal and ethical perspectives, a new strategy which matures methodological refinement and practical application in today's forensic auditing.

The purpose of this study is to research how students' interest in learning about the digital age is influenced by digital media based on artificial intelligence (AI) at the Yogyakarta Administrative Management Academy (AMAYO) in Yogyakarta. Quantitative approaches are used in this research methodology. Purposive sampling strategies were utilized to get data from 75 pupils. The study tool was a questionnaire, and the data was evaluated using the validity test, reliability test, linear regression, T-test, F-test, and coefficient of determination (R²) in SPSS 26. This study suggests that digital media based on artificial intelligence (AI) has a favorable effect on students' interest in learning, with a regression coefficient of 0.920. Because the t-test yields a calculated t value of 57.031, which is greater than the t-table value of 1.666, H₀ is rejected and Ha is accepted. This suggests that students' interest in studying in the digital age at AMAYO Yogyakarta is significantly impacted by the use of digital media based on artificial intelligence (AI). The computed F value of 3252.522, which is higher than the F table of 3.97, indicates that the F-test also reveals results that need serious consideration. Additionally, the 97.8% coefficient of determination (R2) suggests that digital media based on artificial intelligence (AI) can affect students' motivation in learning, whereas 2.2% is influenced by other elements that are not within the purview of this study. According to the study's findings, AMAYO Yogyakarta students can boost their interest in learning in the digital age by utilizing digital media powered by artificial intelligence (AI).