Abstract:Tourism plays a strategic role in supporting regional economic growth, including in Solok City, which has rich natural and cultural tourism potential. However, the optimization of destination management in this city faces…
s several challenges, such as limited human resources, inadequate infrastructure, low community awareness, and insufficient promotion strategies. This study aims to analyze the role of the Tourism Office in optimizing destination management, identify influencing factors, and formulate strategic efforts towards sustainable tourism management. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews with stakeholders (government, private sector, community, academia, and media), and document studies. The results show that the Tourism Office of Solok City plays a key role in four main functions: planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation. Programs conducted between 2021 and 2024 include destination development, tourism promotion, human resource capacity building, and cross-sector partnerships. Internal and external factors such as budget constraints, infrastructure limitations, community participation, and destination competitiveness influence management effectiveness. The implementation of Good Governance principles participation, transparency, accountability, and efficiency along with Destination Management approaches, has guided policy and program implementation. However, some aspects, particularly cross-sectoral integration and innovation in tourism promotion, still need improvement. This study concludes that strengthening stakeholder synergy and enhancing institutional capacity are crucial for optimizing sustainable destination management in Solok City
Abstract:This study aims to determine the influence of the Prasiaga Scout extracurricular program on the character education of children aged 4–6 years. The research employs a descriptive quantitative approach. Data were collected…
ted through observation, interviews, and questionnaires distributed to teachers and parents. The research sample consisted of 30 children who actively participated in Prasiaga Scout activities. The data analysis results indicate that children involved in the Prasiaga Scout program demonstrated positive character development. The character values observed include tolerance, responsibility, independence, discipline, cooperation, and patriotism. Therefore, the Prasiaga Scout program can be considered a relevant strategy to strengthen character education in early childhood education settings.
Abstract:The purpose of this study is to ascertain how well SMP Kota Cirebon's speaking abilities may be enhanced by the ARKA approach. Quantitative research using a survey design is the methodology employed. Surveys and closed tests…
ests measuring the six aspects of speaking ability—pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, fluency, understanding, and tasks—were used to gather data. SPSS version 25 was used for data analysis. The findings show that SMP Kota Cirebon's speaking ability had been significantly affected by the ARKA approach. This is demonstrated by the coefficient of determination (R Square) value of 0.636, which indicates that the ARKA approach accounts for 63.6% of the diversity in students' speaking ability. In addition, the multiple linear regression model is statistically significant (Sig. = 0.000 < 0.05), according to the ANOVA test findings. According to the study's findings, junior high school students' speaking abilities can be enhanced by the ARKA technique, which is also a creative and relaxing alternative teaching strategy.
Abstract:This study aims to improve students' reading skills by implementing the phonics teaching method in the first grade of SDN 4 Geresik Tasikmalaya. In this study, we used the Classroom Action Research (CAR) Method following…
the Kemmis and McTaggart model, which consists of two cycles. Each cycle involves the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. Data were collected through observation, interviews, pretest-posttest, and documentation. The results of the study showed that the implementation of the phonics method succeeded in improving the reading skills of grade 1 students, both in recognizing letters, spelling words, reading simple sentences, and understanding the contents of the reading. This can be seen from the increase in reading test scores and student activities during the learning process.
Abstract:Choi Pan is a traditional dish originating from Singkawang City, West Kalimantan. This study aimed to analyze the gastronomic components of traditional Choi Pan food as a gastronomic tourism attraction in Singkawang City,…
y, West Kalimantan. This research adopted a qualitative methodology using observation, interviews, and documentation to determine many aspects of gastronomy. The results of the study showed that Choi Pan has significant allure due to its rich heritage and the innovative used of ingredients like as jicama, chives, taro, bamboo shoots, and young papaya, which provided a tender, chewy texture and a savory-sweet flavor. The unique consuming experience was enhanced by an addition of chili sauce and garlic oil, which intensify the sensory experience and strengthen the connection between entrepreneurs and Choi Pan lovers. The nutritional benefits of Choi Pan contributed to the survival of this dish within a healthy local culture. The results indicated that the success of establishing Choi Pan as a culinary tourist destination depended not just on its flavor and texture, but also on its sustainability of its fundamental philosophy and culture. Consequently, enhancing gastronomy qualities was anticipated to augment the appealing factor of gastronomic tourism, facilitated cultural preservation and regional economic growth via the promotion of culture-centric gastronomic tourism.
Abstract:This study aims to analyze the influence of religiosity and academic resilience on decreasing the level of academic anxiety of students of the Master of Islamic Education Program at the Sultan Syarif Kasim State Islamic…
University, Riau. Academic anxiety is a common psychological challenge experienced by postgraduate students. Religiosity and academic resilience are seen as protective factors that can help students manage academic stress in a healthier way. This study uses a quantitative method with data collection techniques in the form of questionnaires and documentation. The research sample consisted of 41 students from three semesters selected through purposive sampling. Data analysis was carried out using the independent sample t-test using SPSS version 25. The results showed that religiosity had a significant effect on academic anxiety with a significance value of 0.029, while academic resilience showed a stronger effect with a significance value of 0.000. Because the significance results of both variables are less than 0.05, the higher the religiosity and academic resilience of students, the lower their level of academic anxiety. This finding confirms that the integration of the values of religiosity and resilience is very important in supporting students' mental resilience. Strengthening religiosity and fostering academic resilience can be effective strategies to reduce academic anxiety in postgraduate higher education.
Abstract:This study aims to determine the influence of smart tourism features in a mobile application on tourists’ decision to visit Pura Mangkunegaran Surakarta. Using a quantitative approach, the research tested four main smart…
rt tourism features: (1) Historical Information, (2) Cultural Gallery, (3) Cultural Events and News, and (4) Educational and Interactive Features. The study used a multiple linear regression method with data collected from 96 domestic respondents. The results show that all four smart tourism features simultaneously and partially have a significant effect on the decision to visit. The most influential features are Historical Information and Educational-Interactive content. These results emphasize the importance of digital platforms in promoting and preserving cultural tourism through smart technologies.
Abstract:This study aims to analyze the empowerment strategy applied by Anggrek 6 Joint Business Group (KUBE) in improving community welfare in Siantan Hulu Village, North Pontianak District. Using a descriptive qualitative approach,…
ach, data was obtained through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation of KUBE members, facilitators, and Social Service representatives. The results showed that effective empowerment strategies include participatory group formation, adaptive ongoing assistance, and activity planning based on local needs and potential. Drivers of success include support from community leaders and member motivation, while barriers include low education and geographical constraints. This study emphasizes the importance of a group-based empowerment approach in supporting the improvement of the socioeconomic welfare of poor urban communities.
Abstract:Shopee, as one of the e-commerce establishments established in 2015 and part of the Sea Group in Southeast Asia, has succeeded in creating a safe, user-friendly and fast online shopping platform. With strong operations in…
n seven markets in Southeast Asia, Shopee not only provides a platform for buyers to find products, but also provides training and support to their sellers. The rapid growth of e-commerce in Indonesia is also influenced by factors such as the increase in population, increasing smartphone and internet users, and the development of financial technology companies. The convenience of online shopping encourages consumers to buy various desired products so that they are encouraged to behave consumptively. This then stimulates the phenomenon of impulse buying in consumers. Currently, economic activities are dominated by Generation Z's behavior to carry out activities such as scrolling, online shopping, and making transactions. Some marketplaces have not paid attention to the positive emotions of consumers with the Generation Z group in the target market, hedonic shopping motivation, fear of missing out, and shopping lifestyle that can trigger impulsive purchases which are part of the consideration of the preparation and strategy of innovative marketing targets according to the needs of market psychology. This study aims to find out how much respondents assess hedonic shopping motivation, fear of missing out, and shopping lifestyle, find out the influence of hedonic shopping motivation, fear of missing out, and shopping lifestyle on impulse buying generation Z, find out the influence of positive emotions on impulse buying generation Z, to know the influence of hedonic shopping motivation, fear of missing out and shopping lifestyle on impulse buying through positive emotions. This study uses a quantitative method. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling. The data obtained was 385 respondents by distributing questionnaires online. The respondents in this study are Generation Z Shopee users in Indonesia. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) which was then processed with SMARTPLS. The results of this study are hedonic shopping motivation, fear of missing out, shopping lifestyle, positive emotion have a significant positive effect on impulse buying.
Abstract:The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on partial business sectors. One of the businesses affected is the property business. That's why a SWOT analysis is needed in the property marketing industry to answer step…
tep optimization. This study aims to identify SWOT in the property marketing industry of PT Harmony Land Group in the Pandemic Era. The purpose of this study is to map and analyze Strengths (Strengths), Weaknesses (Weaknesses), Opportunities (Opportunities), Threats (Threats) in the industry management rights to the industry. We also know that the natural phenomenon of covid 19 is possible to create a tremendous impact on variable business sectors. There are businesses that go up, there are new businesses, there are businesses that are decreasing, and some businesses are closing. Through SWOT analysis in the property marketing industry, we are able to see the strength we will maintain, the weaknesses we will strengthen and minimize, the opportunities we must take and the threats we create solutions for. In this case, PT Harmony Land Group as one of the affected property companies was able to survive in the midst of the onslaught of the COVID-19 pandemic and was able to create strategic management into an execution in the field of property marketing so as to make the company sustainable to date and create new opportunities that have yetEmerged. COVID-19 during the COVID-19 pandemic.