Improving teacher competency is a key factor in improving the quality of education. One of the latest innovations in teacher professional development in Indonesia is the Merdeka Mengajar Platform (PMM), a digital-based platform designed to provide flexible access to independent training. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of PMM in improving teachers' pedagogical and professional competencies, especially in the context of educational transformation in the digital era. The method used is a literature study, by collecting and analyzing relevant literature from reputable academic sources. The results of the study indicate that PMM significantly improves teacher competency through interactive modules, online learning communities, and digital resources designed for learning personalization. Teachers who participate in training through PMM show better ability in implementing innovative learning strategies compared to those who do not use this platform or participate in traditional training. However, the effectiveness of PMM can be influenced by teachers' technological readiness and digital literacy, especially in areas with limited infrastructure. This study highlights the importance of supporting technology-based education policies to ensure that the benefits of PMM can be felt inclusively and sustainably. In conclusion, PMM is a promising solution to address the teacher training gap in Indonesia, but requires a strategic approach to improve its access and effectiveness. Further research is needed to evaluate the long-term empirical impact of this platform on teacher professional development and student learning quality.

Teacher learning communities are regarded as essential means to improve education quality through collaboration and professional development. However, implementation within formal school contexts faces challenges, such as time constraints, limited structural support, and low awareness of the benefits of learning communities. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of learning communities in enhancing teacher quality in schools and to identify factors influencing teacher participation. The research method employed is a literature review, encompassing analysis of 25 articles from various relevant academic journals. Thematic analysis highlights key topics, including effectiveness, challenges, and opportunities for the development of learning communities. Findings indicate that learning communities have a positive role in enhancing teacher competence and work motivation. However, significant obstacles remain, such as lack of support from school management and limited understanding. The study also emphasizes the potential for digital technology-based learning communities, which could increase teacher participation by providing more flexible access. This study concludes that stronger policy support and further research are needed to address implementation barriers and maximize the potential of learning communities to enhance teaching quality in schools.

This research aims to measure the direct and indirect influence of competence on employee performance through work discipline. This research uses quantitative research methods with the subjects being employees of the North Tambun District Office. The population in this study was 43 employees and the sample size was 43 respondents using the saturated sampling technique formula. The design used in this research is hypothesis testing using the statistical tool SPSS version 26. The results of the research show that competence has no effect on employee performance with a t value of 1.411 > 2.01954, competence has an effect on work discipline with a t value of 3.983 > 2.01954, work discipline has an effect on employee performance with a t value of 5.627 > 2.01954, and the indirect influence of competence on employee performance through work discipline has an effect with a total effect value greater than the direct effect of 0.563 > 0.215.

Keterampilan proses sains sebagai suatu prosedur ilmiah dalam pembelajaran sains. Pentingnya soal KPS dalam pembelajaran melatihkan kemampuan berpikir peserta didik.  Secara khusus, hasil belajar sains dipengaruhi oleh soal KPS untuk menemukan fakta dan konsep sendiri. Studi ini didesain untuk menghasilkan produk soal KPS yang valid dan reliabel dalam materi biologi kelas X SMA. Metode: Pengembangan soal KPS mengikuti langkah-langkah model pengembangan tipe formative research Tessmer (1993). Sejumlah 60 siswa diseleksi secara Cluster Random Sampling dengan kriteria telah mendapatkan materi yang diukur untuk dilibatkan dalam studi ini. Sebanyak 55 butir soal KPS pilihan ganda yang dikembangkan tersebar ke dalam indikator observasi, klasifikasi, komunikasi, prediksi, menerapkan konsep, hipotesis, interpretasi, mengajukan pertanyaan dan merencanakan percobaan. Skor nilai sebagai data kuantitatif dianalisis uji validitas (logis dan empirik), reliabilitas, daya pembeda, tingkat kesukaran, dan pengecoh dengan MS. Excel. Hasil: Temuan ini berdasarkan validitas empiris menghasilkan 49 soal yang valid (94,23%) serta reliabilitas menyatakan bahwa soal memiliki interpretasi sangat tinggi (0,87). Berdasarkan validasi logis oleh ahli memperoleh kategori sangat layak dengan persentase sebesar 98,01%. Kesimpulan: Tahap menyusun tabel kisi-kisi soal sangat diperlukan dalam mengembangkan soal, sehingga antara indikator soal KPS yang dibuat dengan materi biologi, dapat tersebar secara merata untuk mengukur KPS siswa.

 Penelitian dilakukan untuk mencari tahu dan menganalisis perihal yang menjadi pertimbangan atas keputusan pembelian oleh konsumen dalam suatu transaksi pembelian. Oleh karenanya, setiap konsumen akan mempunyai pertimbangan yang berbeda atas keputusannya untuk membeli sebuah produk. Berdasarkan hal tersebut, dilakukan penelitian yang bertujuan untuk menunjukan besarnya faktor-faktor yang memberi pengaruh pada keputusan untuk membeli oleh konsumen. Faktor tersebut diantaranya meliputi Store Atmosphere, harga dan tentu saja Lokasi took berada. Proses analisis data menggunakan metode Uji Regresi Linear Berganda yang memberikan hasil bahwa ada kontribusi sebesar 28,1% dari lokasi, harga, dan suasana toko yang berdampak terhadap keinginan untuk membeli konsumen. 71,9% sisanya menunjukkan bahwa faktor-faktor lain seperti persepsi pelanggan, gaya hidup, motivasi, dan kelas sosial memiliki pengaruh yang lebih besar.

The rapid development of e-commerce, coupled with advances in technology, makes the needs of the community increase. In addition, fulfilling needs is also easier with the use of e-commerce applications available on smartphones. Based on this, a fast-growing online shopping culture emerged in the community. Over time, many programs were intensified by e-commers=ce to attract more consumers and increase sales to the company, so that it became a lifestyle for consumers. This research uses a literature study approach by analyzing the topic of repeat orders on the marketplace application with a case study on Shopee. The results of this study found many factors that affect repeat orders on the marketplace application.

PT Bank Central Asia, Tbk Roxy Mas Branch continues to raise funds from the public. To achieve this, the right strategy is needed through optimal service by improving the quality of products and services in accordance with the wishes and needs of customers. By knowing the level of customer satisfaction, it can be seen how far the services that have been provided by employees / staff. Satisfied customers are customers who get value from suppliers, manufacturers or service provider. Value can be a service, product or system or something that is emotional. If the customer states that value is quality product, then satisfaction occurs when the customers gets a quality products. If the value gets comfort, then satisfaction is obtained if the service provided is really comfortable and satisfying. If the value of customer, is a low price the customer will be satisfied with the producer who provides the most competitive price.

Transformasi bisnis PTPN IX telah resmi digaungkan pada tahun 2018, dengan  empat pilar utama salah satunya yaitu transformasi budaya kerja dan sumber daya manusia. Penerapan program transformasi ini beraku di seluruh wilayah kerja PTPN IX, termasuk PTPN IX kebun Batujamus. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui Pengaruh Kepemimpinan Transformasional dan Budaya Organisasi Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan PTPN IX Batujamus. Metode dasar Penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif. Metode sampling yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah cluster sampling. Sampel yang digunakan pada penelitian ini berjumlah 40 orang karyawan PTPN IX Batujamus wilayah kerja Kerjo yang terdiri dari 5 afdeling. Analisis data menggunakan analisis linear berganda untuk mengetahui seberapa besar pengaruh kepemimpinan transformasional dan budaya organisasi terhadap kinerja karyawan, baik pengaruh secara bersama-sama maupun secara individu. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, kepemimpinan transformasional dan budaya organisasi secara bersama-sama berpengaruh signifikan positif terhadap kinerja karyawan. Kepemimpinan transformasional memberikan pengaruh yang lebih dominan terhadap kinerja karyawan.

Improving the quality of education in Indonesia can be developed through the implementation of education reform. One form of educational reform can be done by using a learning approach that can assist teachers in producing experts using the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) approach. The initial findings revealed only about 47.8% of elementary school students in Wae Ri'i sub-district (grade V) who still had not achieved satisfactory scientific and mathematical scores according to the minimum passing grade. This study aims to see the effectiveness of the STEM approach in improving the critical thinking skills of elementary school students in Wae Ri'i District. The research method used is an experimental design with Non Equivalent Control Group Design. The research subjects were elementary school students in five (5) elementary schools in Wae Ri'i District. The results shows the sig (2-tailed) value of Equal variances is assumed to be 0.000 <0, 05. Therefore, Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted, which means that there is a significant difference in critical thinking skills after students used the STEM-PBL approach, compared to innovative K13 approach. The average scores of the control class critical thinking skills for the pre-test and post-test were 38 and 79.5. The fixed coefficient is 0.676 and is significant at 0.000. This means that the correlation is positive. Therefore, learning with STEM approach is proven to be effective in improving the critical thinking skills of elementary school students in Wae Ri'i sub-district.