This research aimed at finding out the effect of Quantum Learning model toward student self-confidence in Social Science learning at Islamic Junior Hight School of Al-Muttaqin Pekanbaru. Two classes, IX.C (experimental) and IX.G (control), were chosen using purposive sampling and a quantitative quasi-experimental design. Observation, surveys, and documentation were used to gather data, and Excel and SPSS 25 were used to analyze the results using t-tests, effect size, and N-Gain. Results indicated that the experimental group's self-confidence (mean = 86.76) was significantly higher than that of the control group (mean = 80.38), with a p-value of 0.000 (< 0.05), a moderate effect size of 0.51, and an N-Gain of 42.33% (moderate) vs 10.66% (low). These results attest to the Quantum Learning model's efficacy in raising students' self-convidence.

Character education is essential to create a generation that is not only cognitively intelligent, but also strong in moral and ethical values. Amidst the rapid advancement of technology and globalization, maintaining the morality and integrity of the younger generation is increasingly difficult. By conducting literature research on 20 relevant sources, this article aims to investigate the role of character education in the formation of moral and ethical individuals. The results of the study indicate that character education that is included in the learning process, both formal and non-formal, is able to instill the values ??of discipline, empathy, honesty, and responsibility. Strengthening character values ??in the digital era also requires an approach that is in accordance with the culture and digital media that are close to students' lives. The implementation of consistent, collaborative, and contextual character education is the key to creating a generation that is not only academically superior, but also able to instill ethics in community life. Thus, character education is an important foundation in building the next generation of the nation with integrity and ethics.

The development of technology and information accompanied by the growth of the number of hospitals has encouraged the hospital business to become increasingly competitive. Currently, government and private hospitals implement various marketing public relations strategies to build trust, increase loyalty, and build company reputation. The purpose of this study is to describe the marketing public relations program of regional general hospitals in Bandung Regency in building communication with the public. This study uses a qualitative approach with descriptive studies. The data collection techniques used were literature studies, observations, and in-depth interviews. The results of the study show that hospitals implement marketing public relations to build communication with the public. The marketing public relations program implemented by the hospital is health promotion, patient services, special events, and collaboration with external publics. Health promotion is carried out to improve the level of public health. Patient services are provided to serve various queries and consultations from patients. Special events are held in collaboration with third parties such as foundations, communities, and companies. Meanwhile, collaboration is carried out with insurance, companies, and mass media. Digital media and mass media are used to optimize health education to the wider community.

The main method to encourage women to achieve gender equality is education. Women have greater opportunities to improve their quality of life, fight for their rights, and actively participate in various aspects of life through education. However, social reality shows that women still face various challenges, such as unequal access to education, patriarchal cultural construction, and limited roles in the public sphere. In this article, the importance of education as a way to encourage women to achieve fair gender equality is discussed. Education not only teaches women what they need to know, but also gives them a critical understanding of their roles and potential. In this context, education must be designed inclusively and responsive to the needs of women, taking into account the social, cultural, and historical aspects that affect their lives. Women's education is essential to building a just, equal, and sustainable society because achieving gender equality in education is not just an individual effort; it also requires systemic support from policies, curricula, and a supportive social environment.

The Snail Canning Industry has the potential to impact the environment if wastewater with high organic compound content is not treated first. This study aims to analyze the performance of the Snail Canning Industry Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) based on BOD, COD, and TSS parameters. The method used is descriptive, with primary data obtained through interviews and secondary data from laboratory test results. Measurements were taken at the inlet and outlet points of the WWTP, then compared with the quality standards based on the Regulation of the Minister of Environment No. 5 of 2014. The results showed that the WWTP succeeded in reducing the concentration of BOD from 201 mg/L to 6 mg/L, COD from 315 mg/L to 24 mg/L, and TSS from 25 mg/L to 6 mg/L. The reduction efficiency of each parameter was 97.01% for BOD, 92.38% for COD, and 76% for TSS. All outlet results met the established quality standards. This indicates that the wastewater treatment process at the IPAL functions effectively in reducing the levels of pollutant parameters in wastewater.

The rapid advancement of the internet and social media has led to the emergence of social commerce, which integrates e-commerce with social media platforms. Reviews, as a form of electronic word-of-mouth (e-WOM), have become a key information source relied on by consumers in social commerce. However, the growing presence of buzzers and paid endorsements producing fake reviews has weakened the relevance and trustworthiness of e-WOM, including both online customer reviews and influencer reviews. This study aims to examine the impact of online customer reviews and influencer reviews on the purchase intention of Somethinc products on TikTok’s social commerce platform. The research adopts a quantitative approach with purposive sampling, involving 120 TikTok users in Bandar Lampung as respondents. Data were analyzed using multiple linear regression with SPSS 27 software. The findings reveal that both online customer reviews and influencer reviews significantly and positively influence purchase intention. These results suggest that exposure to online customer and influencer reviews can enhance consumers’ purchase intention toward Somethinc products on TikTok social commerce.

This study examines the effect of job satisfaction on employee turnover intention at PT Berkat Mandiri Expedisi using a descriptive quantitative method with a randomly selected sample of 104 employees. Simple linear regression analysis shows that job satisfaction has a significant influence on turnover intention, with a regression coefficient of -0.450, a significance value of 0.000, and a t-value of -5.294, which is smaller than -t-table (-1.659). Additionally, the standardized coefficient (Beta) of -0.350 indicates that job satisfaction contributes to reducing turnover intention. These findings confirm that the higher the job satisfaction, the lower the employees' intention to leave the company. Therefore, the company should focus on improving employee well-being, better reward systems, and a supportive work environment to reduce turnover rates. Further research is needed to explore other factors that also contribute to turnover intention, such as work pressure, career opportunities, and work-life balance.

This study focuses on the development of reading comprehension skills through the implementation of critical thinking strategies in Grade V elementary school students. Reading comprehension is not merely about decoding texts but involves understanding, interpreting, and analyzing the content. The integration of critical thinking aims to encourage students to become active readers who can question, evaluate, and make inferences based on the information they read. This research employs a qualitative descriptive approach by observing teaching practices and student responses in the classroom setting. Findings reveal that using critical thinking techniques—such as asking higher-order questions, making predictions, and drawing conclusions—helps students engage more deeply with the text. These strategies also improve their ability to connect prior knowledge with new information, fostering a more meaningful reading experience. Teachers play a vital role in guiding students to think reflectively and independently. The study concludes that consistent application of critical thinking in reading lessons significantly enhances students’ comprehension and supports the development of lifelong learning skills.

This study was motivated by the need to understand the impact of changing the education curriculum on elementary school students. Curriculum changes often pose challenges in their implementation, especially in terms of literacy in elementary school students. In addition, there are factors that influence student literacy such as the change from the 2013 curriculum to the independent curriculum, lack of support and attention from parents to students, and support from student schools. The purpose of this study was to identify the impact of changing the education curriculum on elementary school students. The research method used is qualitative descriptive with a literature study design. The literature review was conducted by examining information collected from primary and secondary data sources, including citing relevant references. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of the independent curriculum also raises concerns about students' basic skills, especially in terms of reading because many students in Indonesia have difficulty reading, which can have a negative impact on their learning achievement in the future. Therefore, the results of this study are expected to contribute to the understanding and implementation of the independent curriculum in children's literacy

This program aims to empower children at the Tunas Bangsa Orphanage, Labuhanbatu Regency, by teaching creative skills in utilizing scrap fabric into products with sales value. In this activity, scrap fabric which is usually considered as textile waste will be processed into products such as scrunchies, hair bands, and bandanas that can provide economic opportunities for children in the orphanage. In addition, this program also aims to increase environmental awareness by teaching the importance of sustainable textile waste management and environmental ethics. This training is complemented by the values ??of Citizenship Education (PKN), such as social responsibility and mutual cooperation, which aim to shape the character of children who care about the environment and society. It is hoped that through this program, children can develop creative skills, foster a spirit of social entrepreneurship, and play an active role in preserving the environment. This program also opens up opportunities for them to achieve economic independence and contribute to a broader environmental conservation movement.