In the era of globalization that is full of challenges, the ability to think critically is becoming increasingly relevant. This research aims to examine how the integration of the trilogy of soul aspects (rasa, cipta, and karsa) in the learning process can foster critical thinking character in the younger generation. Through literature review and case studies, this research will identify learning strategies that are effective in stimulating students' critical thinking skills, as well as analyze their influence on overall character development. The results of the research are expected to contribute to the development of a more holistic curriculum and teaching practices, so as to produce a young generation that is not only intellectually intelligent, but also has a strong and competitive character. The formation of critical thinking character does not only involve the teaching and learning process in the classroom, but also needs to be balanced with real experiences outside the academic environment. Through a holistic approach, it is hoped that the younger generation will be able to develop critical thinking skills that are not only useful in the context of education, but also in everyday life. Education based on this trilogy of aspects of the soul will provide a strong foundation for young people to face global challenges and contribute positively to society. This trilogy includes intellectual understanding, emotional and values development, and practical skills that support each other. By integrating these three aspects, education will not only shape individuals who are intellectually intelligent, but also have social awareness and adaptability in a changing society. Character education has become a central issue in education today. This research proposes that integrating the trilogy of aspects of the soul can be an effective approach in building critical thinking character in the younger generation. By stimulating the trilogy aspects in a balanced manner, it is expected that they will be able to develop critical thinking skills that are not only logic-based, but also based on moral values and empathy. This research will test this hypothesis through experiments or case studies at an educational institution.

improving poetry-writing skills among 10th-grade students. This classroom action research (CAR) was conducted in two cycles, each consisting of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting stages. In the first cycle, 60% of students actively participated, with an average score of 70 on their poetry tests. After revisions and improvements in the second cycle, student participation increased to 85%, and the average test score rose to 85, reflecting a 21.4% improvement. Data were collected through observations, interviews, written tests, and documentation. The findings indicate that the "ABC 5 Dasar" game effectively enhances student engagement, spontaneity, and creativity in poetry writing, providing a culturally relevant and enjoyable learning experienc.

The 21st century is marked by rapid technological developments, increasingly open global access, and increasing complexity in social life. This requires significant changes in the education system, especially in terms of the role and competence of teachers. Therefore, teachers are required to be able to adapt to the times, including in terms of the use of technology that continues to develop. In this era, teachers need to master technology well, for example by creating ICT-based learning media, utilizing learning applications, and various other forms of innovation. This study uses a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach. This article emphasizes that to face the challenges of education in the 21st century, teachers are not enough to only act as conveyors of material. Teachers must also be able to be facilitators, guides, and innovators in the teaching and learning process. With this broader role, teachers are expected to be able to improve the quality of basic education and respond to the needs of the times effectively.

Early reading is an important foundation in mastering language skills, especially for first grade elementary school students. Problems that often arise at this stage include difficulty in recognizing letters, arranging letters into words, and pronunciation and understanding simple reading. This study aims to analyze the early reading skills of first grade students in terms of cognitive and psychomotor aspects, and to identify factors that hinder their achievement. This study uses a descriptive quantitative approach with test instruments to assess cognitive abilities and observations to assess psychomotor skills. The subjects of the study consisted of five first grade students. The results showed that most students had very good cognitive abilities in early reading, but their psychomotor abilities tended to be low. A gap was found between theoretical understanding and practical skills of students. This finding emphasizes the importance of a balanced and holistic learning strategy so that students not only understand conceptually, but are also able to apply reading skills in real life.

Digital image segmentation is essential in image processing, influencing the accuracy of higher-level tasks. Thresholding is widely used, yet identifying optimal threshold values remains challenging. The Firefly Algorithm with Neighbourhood Attraction (FaNA), a metaheuristic approach, is efficient for color image thresholding but underperforms on grayscale images due to suboptimal thresholds. To overcome this, an enhanced version (eFaNA) was developed by integrating a chaotic tent map for population initialization and a Lévy flight-based random walk for improved exploration. eFaNA was compared with FaNA, fuzzy firefly algorithm (FFA), and the standard Firefly Algorithm (FA) in multilevel thresholding of grayscale images. Results demonstrate that eFaNA achieves superior segmentation quality with minimal detail loss, outperforming the others. The average PSNR obtained by eFaNA, FFA, FaNA, and FA was 25.5320 dB, 25.4075 dB, 24.1522 dB, and 24.4506 dB, respectively; average SSIM was 0.8641, 0.8604, 0.8432, and 0.6703; and execution time was 50.5322, 38.7726, 38.7528, and 107.6340 seconds, respectively. This reflects a PSNR improvement of 5.71% over FaNA, 0.49% over FFA, and 4.42% over FA, and an SSIM gain of 2.48% over FaNA, 0.43% over FFA, and 28.92% over FA. While eFaNA lags behind FFA and FaNA in execution time by ~11.8 seconds, it significantly outperforms FA. The performance gain is attributed to the chaotic tent map’s diverse initialization and the Lévy flight’s enhanced search capability. These improvements enable eFaNA to deliver consistently better threshold values and segmentation results. However, its relatively higher computational cost may limit applicability in real-time image processing.

The National Educational Technology Talent Survey (NETTS) addresses the gap between Educational Technology graduates and private sector job opportunities in Indonesia. By connecting students, alumni, and industry practitioners, NETTS fosters professional readiness and promotes the recognition of Educational Technology in diverse fields. Using a research and development framework, NETTS developed activities including job market surveys, webinars, and training workshops to enhance graduate competencies. Findings indicate a lack of awareness among students regarding industry roles, despite existing market demand. Positive feedback from alumni and participants highlights NETTS’ potential to create a sustainable ecosystem for collaboration and knowledge exchange. Future initiatives should focus on expanding partnerships with industry stakeholders and student associations to maximize program impact.

This study aims to introduce the concept of money to children with mild mental retardation by using an economic token. The subject of this study was a 10 year old girl with mild mental retardation. This study collects data using observation by monitoring behavior. The technique used in this modification program is in the form of an economic token in order to bring up the desired stimulus response. Initial data collection or baseline was carried out in 7 sessions and then continued with intervention for 5 days with a total of 10 sessions. The results of the study show that the token economy technique can improve the ability of mentally retarded children to recognize the concept of money.

Mobile vehicle tax service is one of the regional government initiatives designed to facilitate tax compliance and increase regional revenue. This study aims to examine the contribution of mobile tax units in boosting local revenue in Sukabumi Regency. The methodology applied in this research is a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collection conducted through direct observation. The findings reveal that the implementation of mobile tax units produces significant effects on increasing the number of taxpayers, resulting in higher local revenue from the vehicle tax component. This service has also successfully reached remote areas previously difficult to access by conventional tax offices. Therefore, mobile tax units can be considered effective as a sustainable strategy to optimize regional income.

Permasalahan dalam kerukunan umat beragama menjadi suatu problem yang cukup krusial, hal ini menyebabkan lahirnya pandangan-pandangan terhadap agama menjadi perhatian khusus, lahirnya pluralisme sebagai bentuk keniscayaan dalam keberagaman adat, budaya, maupun kepercayaan, yang selama ini diartikan sebagai sebuah solusi untuk mencapai kerukunan umat beragama. Firanda Andirja seorang ustad dan aktif dalam berdakwah bermanhaj Salafi ternyata menolak paham pluralisme ini,argumen-argumen penolakan beliau ini dideskripsikan dalam karya beliau tafsir Juz ‘Amma dengan menunjukan dalil-dalil yang menurut beliau merupakan pembantah paham pluralisme bahkan beliau menyebutkan pluralisme adalah paham dan aqidah yang berbahaya bagi umat Islam. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah ingin meninjau dan menganalisis bagaimana kontruksi pemikiran Firanda Andirja dalam memahami pluralisme, apa saja ayat yang dijadikan landasan dalam menolak pluralisme oleh Firanda, dan bagaimana makna ayat-ayat tersebut dalam kitab tafsir lain. Penelitian ini berjenis kualitatif dengan pendekatan naratif. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa pemahaman pluralisme dalam tafsir Firanda yang menganggap bahwa pluralisme merupakan aqidah yang berasal dari ideologi Salafi yang beliau anut yaitu cenderung ingin memurnikan ajaran tauhid, ayat-ayat yang Firanda jadikan sebagai dalil pembantah pluralisme seperti Qs Al-Kafirun ayat 6 justru dimaknai sebagai bentuk toleransi oleh mufasir lain.

This study examines the effect of ESG disclosure on firm value and the moderating role of competitive advantage in energy sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during 2020–2023. Using a quantitative approach with purposive sampling and multiple linear regression analysis, the results show that ESG disclosure has a positive and significant effect on firm value. However, when competitive advantage is introduced as a moderating variable, the direct effect of ESG becomes insignificant, while the interaction between ESG disclosure and competitive advantage shows a positive and significant impact on firm value. These findings imply that ESG practices alone may not be sufficient to enhance firm value unless accompanied by a strong competitive position. The study highlights the importance of integrating ESG strategies with the company’s core competencies to maximize value creation, particularly in highly competitive industries like energy.