This study aims to improve children's fine motor skills through collage activities using cotton in group B RA Al Hidayah. Fine motor skills are an important aspect in early childhood development, which involves the coordination of small muscles to support various activities, such as writing, cutting, and drawing. The research method used is classroom action research (CAR) which is carried out in two cycles, with each cycle including the planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. The subjects of this study were 15 children in group B at RA Al Hidayah. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation, documentation, and interviews. The results of the study showed a significant increase in children's fine motor skills after participating in collage activities using cotton. Children became more skilled in controlling finger movements, tearing, sticking, and arranging cotton according to the given pattern. In addition, collage activities also increased children's creativity and concentration in completing tasks. The conclusion of this study is that collage activities using cotton media can be an effective strategy for developing fine motor skills in early childhood. The recommendation given is for teachers to integrate collage activities more often in learning, and to utilize various simple materials that are easy to find to stimulate optimal fine motor development.

This study aims to improve the early reading and writing skills of first-grade students at SDN 101280 Gunung Tua Tonga in the 2024/2025 academic year through the implementation of the Inkaber model (Inductive Picture-Word Model). The background of this research is based on the low early literacy skills of students, indicated by an average score of 1.39 on a 1–4 scale, as well as the minimal use of media and engaging learning approaches. This research is a Classroom Action Research (CAR) using the Kemmis & McTaggart model, conducted in two cycles, each consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. The objectives of this study are to describe the initial conditions of students' reading and writing skills, to portray the learning process using the Inkaber model, and to explain the improvement in literacy performance after the implementation. The results showed that the application of the Inkaber model significantly improved students’ reading and writing skills. In the initial condition, the average writing score was 58.5 and the reading score was 60.2, with most students not meeting the Minimum Competency Criteria (MCC). After two cycles of implementation, all students met the MCC with an average writing score of 85.24 and reading score of 84.70. The conclusion of this study is that the Inkaber model is effective for use in early literacy learning. The combination of visual media, interactive approaches, and contextual learning strategies made the lessons more engaging and meaningful for lower-grade students. This model is recommended as an alternative for improving early reading and writing skills in elementary schools.

The problem in this study is the Influence of Letter Box Media on Literacy Skills of 5-6 Year Old Children at PAUD Harapenta Namuseng. This study aims to determine the influence of letter box media on literacy skills of 5-6 year old children. The method used in the study is a quantitative method, with a one group pretest-posttest design. The research sample was 10 children aged 5-6 years. The data collection technique used was observation. Using the Wilcoxon test, namely by comparing Tcount with Ttable N = 10 ? = 0.05 Ttable = 8 where Tcount> Ttable (55> 8), which means the hypothesis is accepted. So it can be stated that there is an influence of the use of letter box media on literacy skills of 5-6 year old children at PAUD Harapenta Namuseng T.A 2024/2025.

Elementary school teacher performance plays a pivotal role in enhancing the learning process. This study investigates key elements that affect teacher performance, including personal (internal) aspects, environmental (external) influences, leadership from school principals, and levels of teacher professionalism. Using a literature review approach, the study compiles data from relevant sources. The results reveal that teacher performance is shaped by motivation, satisfaction at work, support from school management, and both pedagogical and professional competence. This suggests that improving teacher effectiveness requires a holistic strategy. The study implies the importance of formulating education policies that continuously support teacher development and strengthen leadership to foster a productive educational climate.

Technological advancements have significantly influenced learning methods, including the implementation of digital-based learning. This study aims to analyze the impact of digital-based learning implementation on students' learning motivation. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were obtained through observations, interviews, and documentation with teachers as research subjects. The findings indicate that digital-based learning positively affects students' learning motivation by increasing their engagement through interactive media such as educational videos and gamification platforms. However, challenges such as infrastructure limitations and potential digital distractions were also identified. Therefore, appropriate strategies are needed to optimize the use of digital technology to enhance learning effectiveness and student motivation optimally.

Connectivism is a learning theory that emphasizes the importance of networks and connections in the learning process, especially in the context of modern digital and technology. Learning is no longer limited to physical classrooms, but involves various sources of information spread through the internet network. In this digital era, tools and applications such as Canva are very relevant. Canva is a graphic design platform that allows users to create a variety of visual content easily and collaboratively. Through connectivism, applications such as Canva allow students to work together on design projects, share ideas, and access various visual resources from all over the world. By using Canva, students not only learn graphic design skills, but also develop the ability to collaborate effectively, access information quickly, and integrate knowledge from various disciplines. This reflects the principles of connectivism where learning occurs through dynamic interactions between learners and technology, creating a richer and more connected learning environment.

Analyzing errors is very important for ESP students because they can relate to their work, it also provides ESP students with corrections Errors in learning behavior. This research aimed to investigate the errors, the most prominent type, and the causes of errors in using English articles in academic writing. The Researcher examined the academic writing by the ESP students. The researchers use an analytical parameter developed based on Biber et al. (1999) to analyze article errors. The causes of errors were obtained through a questionnaire developed based on the categories proposed by Brown (2007). After analyzing the data, the Researcher found 30 errors in Addition, Omission, and substitution categories. The most prominent type of Error is omission error, with a frequency of 293 occurrences or 76%. The main type of omission error is an omission of the definite article "the" before nouns or noun phrases. In contrast, the major cause of errors is mother tongue influence, with an average mean of 4.17 in the questionnaire responses. This study's findings indicate the need for teaching strategies and materials to prevent common article usage errors.
 
 

This study examines the application of speech acts in communication between doctors and patients at the Pratama Haji Medan-Pancing Clinic, focusing on the use of various types of speech acts, such as expressive, representative, directive, and commissive in medical interactions. Speech acts are understood as the smallest unit of speech activity that has a specific function, and in the medical context, this includes providing information, instructions, as well as expressions of empathy and emotional support. According to the findings from observations and interviews, effective communication between doctors and patients plays a crucial role in building trust and increasing patient satisfaction with healthcare services. According to the findings from observations and interviews, effective communication between doctors and patients plays a crucial role in building trust and increasing patient satisfaction with healthcare services. The use of appropriate speech acts, such as giving instructions on healthy lifestyles, showing empathy, and expressing care and support, plays a major role in reducing patient anxiety and improving social-emotional relationships in the hospital environment. Politeness in communication is a key element in improving the quality of health services. Therefore, the development of communication skills for medical personnel is essential to create a better experience for patients and be responsive to their needs.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of Duolingo in improving vocabulary mastery related to procedure texts among 26 seventh-grade students at MTSS Daarul Ulum Margomulyo Blitar. The researchers employed a pre-experimental design using a one-group pre-test and post-test approach. The research process included three key steps: 1) administering a pre-test, 2) providing treatment, and 3) conducting a post-test. Data was collected through testing and analyzed using SPSS25. The results indicated that students' vocabulary achievement increased from an average of 61.15 in the pre-test to 83.65 in the post-test. The analysis revealed a significance value (sig2-tailed) of 0.001, which is below 0.05, indicating that Duolingo effectively enhanced the vocabulary achievement of the seventh-grade students at MTSS Daarul Ulum Margomulyo Blitar. Based on these findings, it is recommended that English teachers consider using Duolingo as an alternative instructional tool, particularly for teaching vocabulary and potentially other language skills or subskills.

This research aims to identify the forms of slang used by the Windah Basudara Community on application X, the functions of slang usage on application X, and also the reasons why slang is more frequently used by the Windah Basudara Community on application X currently. This research uses slang language analysis as the subject and the Windah Basudara Community as the object. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method. The topic of this research is the use of slang language on application X. The data collection methods used in this research are reading, note-taking, and screenshots. To achieve the research objectives, the researcher analyzes the slang language used by the Windah Basudara Community on application X. Data analysis is conducted by observing the language in the Windah Basudara Community, focusing on the use of language that does not conform to KBBI, and seeking the meaning of the language used.