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STUDENT ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CLUSTERING USING FUZZY C-MEANS ALGORITHM

Selina, Natria, Sriani, Sriani
Abstract: Abstract: Academic achievement mapping is an important process in higher education to support effective academic monitoring and guidance. In practice, student grouping is often conducted manually by academic staff using… simple criteria such as Grade Point Average (GPA) thresholds and subjective judgment, without systematic data analysis. This study aims to apply the Fuzzy C-Means (FCM) clustering algorithm to objectively group students based on their academic achievement levels. The dataset consists of academic records from 179 sixth-semester students of the Computer Science Study Program at Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, where 160 eligible students are processed in the FCM calculation. Three variables are used: cumulative GPA, total completed credits, and the total number of low grades (D/E). The FCM algorithm automatically performs the mapping and groups students into three categories, namely excellent, stable, and at-risk students. Cluster quality is evaluated using the Silhouette Score and Davies–Bouldin Index, showing satisfactory clustering performance. The results indicate that the proposed approach provides a data-driven and objective basis for academic decision support.             Keywords: academic achievement; clustering; fuzzy c-means; student     Abstrak: Pemetaan pencapaian akademik mahasiswa merupakan proses penting dalam pendidikan tinggi untuk mendukung pemantauan dan pembinaan akademik yang tepat sasaran. Dalam praktiknya, pengelompokan mahasiswa masih sering dilakukan secara manual oleh pihak akademik berdasarkan kriteria sederhana, seperti batasan Indeks Prestasi Kumulatif (IPK) dan penilaian subjektif, tanpa analisis data yang sistematis. Penelitian ini bertujuan menerapkan algoritma Fuzzy C-Means (FCM) untuk mengelompokkan mahasiswa secara objektif berdasarkan tingkat pencapaian akademik. Data penelitian berasal dari 179 mahasiswa semester enam Program Studi Ilmu Komputer Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, dengan 160 mahasiswa memenuhi kriteria dan diproses menggunakan algoritma FCM. Variabel yang digunakan meliputi IPK kumulatif, jumlah SKS yang telah ditempuh, dan total nilai rendah (D/E). Proses pemetaan sepenuhnya dilakukan oleh algoritma FCM dan menghasilkan tiga kategori mahasiswa, yaitu unggul, stabil, dan berisiko. Evaluasi menggunakan Silhouette Score dan Davies–Bouldin Index menunjukkan kualitas pengelompokan yang cukup baik.   Kata kunci: fuzzy c-means; clustering; mahasiswa; pencapaian akademik

DEVELOPMENT OF PORTABLE DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS FOR RAPID DETECTION OF METAPNEUMOVIRUS IN HUMANS

Muttaqin, Widang, Desianty, Annisa, Farah Fitriani, Khansa, Fira Artanti, Aurellia, Rafi Pandora, Daniswara
Abstract: Abstract: Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) poses a global health threat, but its detection remains challenging due to limited environmental monitoring. This study aims to develop a portable diagnostic tool for rapid HMPV detection… ection by integrating cutting-edge biotechnology (CRISPR-Cas system and immunoassay) with air quality sensors on an Internet of Things (IoT)-based microfluidic platform controlled by an ESP32 microcontroller. The system is supported by a companion application and data analysis using Vertex AI, and is capable of providing results in less than fifteen minutes. The development results demonstrate the potential for improving detection accuracy and reliability, particularly with further development of virus-specific biosensors, sensor optimization, and algorithms. This technology is effective as a complementary tool for early screening and environment-based risk management in areas with limited laboratory facilities, although it does not completely replace molecular diagnostic methods such as PCR. A rapid diagnostic approach based on environmental sensors, IoT, and artificial intelligence is a promising strategy to improve early HMPV detection, accelerate public health responses, and strengthen respiratory infection prevention through integrated environmental monitoring and education functions.   Keywords: air quality; CRISPR-Cas; Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV); Internet of Things, portable diagnostic; public health; rapid detection; sensors.     Abstrak: Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) merupakan ancaman bagi kesehatan global, namun pendeteksiannya masih sulit akibat keterbatasan pemantauan lingkungan. Studi ini bertujuan mengembangkan alat diagnostik portabel untuk deteksi cepat HMPV melalui integrasi bioteknologi mutakhir (sistem CRISPR-Cas dan immunoassay) dengan sensor kualitas udara pada platform mikrofluida berbasis Internet of Things (IoT) yang dikendalikan mikrokontroler ESP32. Sistem ini didukung aplikasi pendamping dan analisis data menggunakan Vertex AI, serta mampu memberikan hasil dalam waktu kurang dari lima belas menit. Hasil pengembangan menunjukkan potensi peningkatan akurasi dan keandalan deteksi, terutama dengan pengembangan lanjutan berupa biosensor spesifik virus, optimalisasi sensor, dan algoritma. Teknologi ini efektif sebagai alat pelengkap untuk skrining awal dan manajemen risiko berbasis lingkungan di wilayah dengan keterbatasan fasilitas laboratorium, meskipun tidak sepenuhnya menggantikan metode diagnostik molekuler seperti PCR. Pendekatan diagnostik cepat berbasis sensor lingkungan, IoT, dan kecerdasan buatan menjadi strategi menjanjikan untuk meningkatkan deteksi dini HMPV, mempercepat respons kesehatan masyarakat, serta memperkuat pencegahan infeksi saluran pernapasan melalui fungsi pemantauan dan edukasi lingkungan yang terintegrasi.   Kata kunci: CRISPR-Cas; diagnostik portabel; deteksi cepat; Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV); kesehatan masyarakat; IoT (Internet of Things);  sensor kualitas udara.

ANALYTIC NETWORK PROCESS IN DETERMINING RECIPIENTS OF EDUCATION GRANTS NORTH SUMATRA PROVINCE

Putri, Adelia Fariza, Fakhriza, M
Abstract: This study aims to apply the Analytic Network Process (ANP) method as a decision support tool in determining the eligibility of education grant recipients in North Sumatra Province. The background of this research arises&#8230; from the large number of grant applicants compared to the available budget, as well as the absence of clear and objective evaluation standards. The ANP method was chosen because it allows the interdependence between assessment criteria such as institutional feasibility, performance and achievement, social and educational impact, and accountability and transparency to be analyzed comprehensively. Data were obtained through interviews, documentation, and observation at the North Sumatra Provincial Education Office. The results of the ANP model show that the criterion with the highest weight is accountability and transparency (0.44), followed by social and educational impact (0.31). Among the three alternatives, community-based education foundations (A2) obtained the highest total weight (0.30), indicating that they are the most eligible recipients of education grants. The implementation of the ANP-based decision support system produces valid and consistent ranking results (CR < 0.1), enabling faster, fairer, and more transparent decision-making. Therefore, the ANP method contributes significantly to improving governance, objectivity, and accountability in the distribution of education grants in North Sumatra Province.

ANALYSING STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH THROUGH K-MEANS CLUSTERING AND MULTI-STAGE SAMPLING METHODS

Rahmat Hidayat, Dede Pratama
Abstract: Abstract: Mental health is an essential aspect of overall well-being, particularly for university students vulnerable to emotional strain. This study aims to identify clusters of student mental health trends using the K-Means&#8230; Means clustering technique. The research involved 60 students from four academic programs at the Faculty of Science and Technology, selected using stratified and cluster sampling techniques. Data were collected using a modified Mental Health Inventory (MHI). The results revealed distinct commonalities among majors: the Statistics program was predominantly defined by the depressed cluster at 53.3%, while Mathematics followed at 40% within the same cluster. In contrast, Biology students predominantly fell under the neu-tral/stable cluster (66.7%), whilst Information Systems students exhibited an even distribution (33.3% per cluster) without a dominant trend. The clustering quality was evaluated using the Silhouette Coefficient, yielding a range of 0.39 to 0.60. Biology (0.60) and Statistics (0.54) exhibited a reasonable structure, but Information Systems (0.39) and Mathematics (0.34) demonstrated a deficient structure. In conclusion, K-Means effectively discerns mental health patterns, providing a data-driven basis for targeted psychological interventions in educational settings. Keywords: biology; information systems; k-means; mathematics; mental health; silhouette coefficient; statistics   Abstrak: Kesehatan mental merupakan komponen vital dari kesejahteraan total, terutama bagi maha-siswa yang rentan terhadap stres emosional. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi kelompok tren kesehatan mental mahasiswa melalui penerapan metode pengelompokan K-Means. Studi ini mencakup 60 mahasiswa dari empat program studi di Fakultas Sains dan Teknologi, yang dipilih melalui metode pengambilan sampel bertingkat dan kelompok. Data dikumpulkan dengan menggunakan Inventaris Kesehatan Mental (MHI) yang dimodifikasi. Temuan menunjukkan kesamaan yang jelas di antara jurusan: program studi Statistika terutama ditandai oleh kelompok depresi (53,3%), diikuti oleh Matematika dengan 40% dalam kelompok depresi. Sebaliknya, mahasiswa Biologi terutama termasuk dalam kelompok netral/stabil (66,7%), sedangkan mahasiswa Sistem Informasi memiliki distribusi yang merata (33,3% per kelompok) tanpa pola yang dominan. Kualitas pengelompokan dinilai dengan Koefisien Sil-houette, menghasilkan rentang 0,39 hingga 0,60. Biologi (0,60) dan Statistika (0,54) memiliki struktur sedang, sedangkan Sistem Informasi (0,39) dan Matematika (0,34) menunjukkan struktur yang buruk. Kesimpulannya, K-Means secara akurat mengidentifikasi tren kesehatan mental, menawarkan landasan berbasis data untuk terapi psikologis yang ditargetkan di ling-kungan pendidikan. Kata kunci: biologi; kesehatan mental; K-Means; matematika; silhouette coefficient; sistem in-formasi; statistika

MULTI-FACE EMOTION DETECTION USING CONVOLUTIONAL NEURAL NETWORKS TINY FACE DETECTOR

Istioso, Jason, Gerard, Jeremiah, Marcheleno, Marco, Maulana, Muhammad Akbar
Abstract: Abstract: Understanding students’ emotional conditions is important for evaluating engagement and learning atmosphere in classroom environments. However, conventional evaluation methods are often subjective and difficult&#8230; lt to apply in real time. Therefore, this study proposes a real-time multi-face emotion detection system designed for classroom learning environments. The system integrates a CNN-based Tiny Face Detector for multi-scale face localization with a convolutional neural network to classify seven facial emotions: angry, disgust, fear, happy, sad, surprise, and neutral. Experimental evaluation was conducted using classroom video data under varying lighting conditions, face orientations, partial occlusions, and different numbers of detected faces per frame. The proposed system achieves stable real-time performance with processing speeds ranging from 10–20 FPS, depending on face density. The results show higher recognition performance for expressive emotions, while subtle emotions remain more challenging. Overall classification accuracy reaches above 80% when emotion predictions are aggregated across multiple faces and time windows. These results indicate that the proposed system is suitable for objective analysis of emotional dynamics in classroom environments and supports the deployment of lightweight emotion-aware monitoring systems for educational applications. Keywords: classroom monitoring; convolutional neural network; facial emotion recognition; multi-face detection; tiny face detector.   Abstrak: Pemahaman terhadap kondisi emosional mahasiswa penting untuk mengevaluasi keterlibatan dan suasana pembelajaran di kelas. Namun, metode evaluasi konvensional umumnya bersifat subjektif dan sulit diterapkan secara real-time. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini mengusulkan sistem deteksi emosi multi-wajah secara real-time yang dirancang untuk lingkungan pembelajaran di kelas. Sistem mengintegrasikan Tiny Face Detector berbasis CNN untuk pelokalan wajah multi-skala dengan jaringan saraf konvolusional untuk mengklasifikasikan tujuh emosi wajah, yaitu marah, jijik, takut, senang, sedih, terkejut, dan netral. Evaluasi eksperimen dilakukan menggunakan data video kelas dengan variasi kondisi pencahayaan, orientasi wajah, oklusi parsial, serta jumlah wajah yang berbeda dalam satu frame. Sistem menunjukkan kinerja real-time yang stabil dengan kecepatan pemrosesan antara 10–20 FPS, bergantung pada kepadatan wajah. Hasil pengujian menunjukkan kinerja yang lebih baik pada emosi ekspresif, sementara emosi dengan ciri halus lebih menantang untuk dikenali. Akurasi klasifikasi keseluruhan mencapai di atas 80% ketika hasil emosi diagregasi berdasarkan banyak wajah dan interval waktu. Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa sistem yang diusulkan berpotensi digunakan untuk analisis objektif dinamika emosi di kelas serta mendukung pemantauan lingkungan pembelajaran berbasis kecerdasan buatan. Kata kunci: pengenalan emosi wajah; deteksi multi-wajah; Tiny Face Detector; jaringan saraf konvolusional; pemantauan kelas.

NAÏVE BAYES-BASED STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT PREDICTION SYSTEM

Angreani, Fadillah, Pratiwi, Heny, Saad, Muhammad Ibnu
Abstract: Abstract: SMP Muhammadiyah 5 Samarinda still relies on manual evaluation with limited data analysis tools in predicting student academic achievement. This study aims develop a system for predicting the learning achievement&#8230; nt of students at SMP Muhammadiyah 5 Samarinda using the Naive Bayes classification method. The dataset used consists of 192 student exam scores covering academic scores, attendance, parents’ education and income, and living conditions as independent variables, while the dependent variable is the achievement label (achieved or not achieved). The preprocessing stage includes label normalization, feature selection, and median imputation to handle missing data. The dataset was divided into 75% training data and 25%. The model was implemented as a pipeline consisting of a median imputer and a Gaussian Naive Bayes classifier. The evaluation results showed that the model achieved an accuracy of 79.2%, with a perfect recall value (1.00) in the high-achieving class and (0.64) in the low-achieving class. This shows that the model is quite effective in identifying high-achieving students. The trained model was then integrated into a Flask-based web application, which enables online predictions through a simple form interface, facilitating contextual interpretation. This system is expected to assist in educational decision-making by helping teachers identify students’ achievement levels early on and design more targeted learning interventions. Keywords: academic performance; educational data mining; naive bayes; prediction system; student achievement     Abstrak: SMP Muhammadiyah 5 Samarinda masih bergantung pada evaluasi manual dengan  alat analisis data terbatas dalam melakukan prediksi prestasi akademik siswa. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengembangkan sistem prediksi prestasi belajar siswa SMP Muhammadiyah 5 Samarinda menggunakan metode klasifikasi Naive Bayes. Dataset yang digunakan terdiri atas 192 data nilai ujian siswa yang mencakup skor akademik, kehadiran, pendidikan dan pendapatan orang tua, serta kondisi tempat tinggal sebagai variabel independen, sedangkan variabel dependen berupa label prestasi (berprestasi atau tidak berprestasi). Tahap preprocessing meliputi normalisasi label, seleksi fitur, serta imputasi median untuk menangani data yang hilang. Dataset dibagi menjadi 75% data latih dan 25%. Model diimplementasikan dalam bentuk pipeline yang terdiri atas median imputer dan Gaussian Naive Bayes classifier. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan bahwa model mencapai akurasi sebesar 79,2%, dengan nilai recall sempurna (1,00) pada kelas berprestasi dan lebih rendah (0,64) pada kelas tidak berprestasi. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa model cukup efektif dalam mengidentifikasi siswa berprestasi. Model yang telah dilatih kemudian diintegrasikan ke dalam aplikasi web berbasis Flask, yang memungkinkan prediksi secara daring melalui antarmuka formulir sederhana untuk mendukung interpretasi kontekstual. Sistem ini diharapkan dapat membantu untuk pengambilan keputusan dalam pendidikan dengan membantu guru mengidentifikasi tingkat prestasi siswa sejak dini dan merancang intervensi pembelajaran yang lebih terarah.   Kata kunci: prestasi akademik; penambangan data Pendidikan; naive bayes; sistem prediksi; prestasi siswa

ANALYSIS OF THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE SINAGA ATTENDANCE APPLICATION AT SMA NEGERI 1 JATILAWANG USING THE TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTANCE MODEL (TAM)

Sabaniyah, Arbangi Puput, Yunita, Ika Romadhoni, Subarkah, Pungkas
Abstract: This study analyzes the acceptance of teachers and ASN employees of the SINAGA (Sistem Informasi Layanan Kepegawaian) attendance application at SMA Negeri 1 Jatilawang using a modified Technology Acceptance Model (TAM).&#8230; The model was extended by incorporating two external variables: Information Quality and Complexity. This explanatory quantitative research employed the Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) method involving 60 respondents who are civil servants, consisting of teachers and administrative staff. The results reveal that Information Quality has a positive and significant influence on both Perceived Usefulness (PU) and Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU), while Complexity does not show a significant effect on either variable. Furthermore, PEOU and PU have a positive impact on Attitude Toward Use (ATU), which subsequently affects Behavioral Intention to Use (BIU). Behavioral intention, in turn, strongly influences Actual Use (AU). These findings indicate that teachers’ acceptance of the SINAGA digital attendance system in educational settings is primarily driven by information quality and users’ positive attitudes rather than by system complexity. Theoretically, this study contributes to the expansion of TAM application in the educational context. Practically, it provides valuable insights for improving the effectiveness of SINAGA implementation through better information quality and enhanced user experience.         

IMPLEMENTATION OF RANDOM FOREST CLASSIFIER FOR STUDENT GRADUATION CLASSIFICATION

Zaidan Putra, Bazil, Nur Fajri, Ika, Nugroho, Agung
Abstract: Abstract: Higher education plays an essential role in improving human resource quality, one of which is through the institution’s ability to monitor and predict student graduation outcomes. This study does not focus on a&#8230; a specific university but utilizes the publicly available Students Performance in Exams dataset from Kaggle, consisting of 1,000 student records containing mathematics, reading, and writing scores, along with demographic attributes such as gender, parental education level, lunch type, and test preparation participation. The data were processed through a feature engineering stage by adding an average score variable as an early indicator of graduation status. A predictive model was developed using the Random Forest Classifier, achieving an accuracy of 94.5%. The final model was integrated into a Streamlit-based web application to provide an accessible tool for academic stakeholders. The results indicate that the proposed model can serve as an effective decision-support tool for early evaluation of students’ likelihood of graduation. Keywords: prediction; random forest classifier, streamlit, student graduation.     Abstrak: Pendidikan tinggi memegang peran penting dalam peningkatan kualitas sumber daya manusia, salah satunya melalui kemampuan institusi dalam memantau dan memprediksi tingkat kelulusan mahasiswa. Penelitian ini tidak berfokus pada perguruan tinggi tertentu, melainkan menggunakan dataset publik Students Performance in Exams dari Kaggle yang berisi 1.000 data mahasiswa, terdiri atas nilai matematika, membaca, menulis, serta atribut demografis seperti gender, tingkat pendidikan orang tua, jenis makan siang, dan partisipasi kursus persiapan. Data diolah melalui tahap feature engineering dengan menambahkan variabel average score sebagai indikator awal kelulusan. Model prediksi dibangun menggunakan algoritma Random Forest Classifier, yang menghasilkan tingkat akurasi sebesar 94,5%. Model ini kemudian diimplementasikan ke dalam aplikasi web berbasis Streamlit untuk memberikan layanan prediksi yang mudah diakses oleh pihak akademik. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa model mampu digunakan sebagai alat pendukung keputusan untuk melakukan evaluasi dini terhadap potensi kelulusan mahasiswa.   Kata kunci: kelulusan mahasiswa; prediksi; random forest classifier; streamlit.

DEVELOPMENT INTEGRATIVE MODEL FOR ACADEMIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS USING UTAUT, DELONE&MCLEAN, AND TTF

Asep Hilmi Mutakin, Asep Suhana, Permatasari, R. Willa, Arief Budiman Krama, Andrew Ghea Mahardika
Abstract: Abstract: The Academic Information System (SIAKAD) plays an important role in supporting the management of academic administration in higher education institutions, particularly for students. ABC University has implemented&#8230; ed SIAKAD since 2018 to facilitate administrative ativities in line with its motto of a high technology campus. This study aims to measure the sucess of SIAKAD usage from the aspects of acceptance, satisfaction, suitability, and perceived benefits. The integration of the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), DeLone & McLean, and Task Technology Fit (TTF) models was carried out to obain a more comprehensive overview in assessing the success of SIAKAD. UTAUT explains the factors influencing the intention to use, DeLone & McLean emphasizes the relationship between system quality and both user satisfaction and net benefits, while TTF evaluates the fit between technology and user tasks. By combining these three models, the study addresses the limitations of each model and produces a more holistic approach in measuring acceptance, success, and the appropriateness of system use. The testing was conducted using SPSS and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) analysis through AMOS.             Keywords: siakad; utaut; delone&mclean; penerimaan teknologi; sem  

CRITERIA ANALYSIS OF COURSE PARTICIPANTS USING K-MEANS: A CASE STUDY OF INET PALEMBANG

Muhammad Rasuandi Akbar, Agramanisti Azdy, Rezania, Novaria Kunang, Yesi, Adha Oktarini Saputri , Nurul
Abstract: Abstract: INET Computer Palembang, as a computer training institution, faces difficulties in understanding participant characteristics due to variations in age, educational background, and chosen course packages. This study&#8230; udy aims to analyze participant criteria and group them based on similarities using the K-Means Clustering algorithm. The data used were historical records of course participants from 2022 to 2025. The research process followed the CRISP-DM stages, starting from data cleaning and transformation, determining the optimal number of clusters using the Elbow Method, to evaluating cluster quality with the Davies-Bouldin Index. The implementation was carried out using Python and the scikit-learn library. The results show that the optimal number of clusters is k=5 with a Sum of Squared Errors (SSE) value of 1064.66 and a Davies-Bouldin Index (DBI) score of 0.820, indicating good cluster quality. The resulting clustering provides a structured profile of participants and demonstrates that K-Means is effective in segmenting course participants. These findings are expected to assist the institution in designing more targeted training programs. Keywords: clustering; data mining; elbow method; k-means; computer course