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Off-Campus Policy on The Social and Academic Activities of Undergraduates in Nigerian Tertiary Institution

Kayode ADEYEMI, Joseph
Abstract: The paper examined the challenges of undergraduate’s students on off-campus life on their social life and academic performance. It is a form of descriptive design that uses a representative sample to collect data. The population… population consist of all undergraduate students in all the six faculties of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko. A simple random sampling technique was used to select 200 students, the instrument for data collection was self-constructed questionnaire titled “off-campus, social and academic life of undergraduates’’ on four-point likert scale. The face and content validity of the instrument was ascertained by the researchers. Test-retest technique was used by the researcher, Pearson product movement correlation was used to determine the correlation coefficient which was 0.76. Three hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The hypotheses were tested using Pearson Product Moment Correlation analysis. The result indicated that there was a significant relationship between off-campus life and academic activities of undergraduate students. The result also showed that there was a significant relationship between off-campus life and academic activities of undergraduate students, and finally the result revealed that there is a significant relationship between off-campus life and academic activities of undergraduate students. It was suggested that The Management of the institution should monitor the activities of students living off-campus.

The Influence of Transformational Leadership and Communication with Motivation as an Intervening Variable on the Performance of Tourism Village Managers in Ubud District, Gianyar Regency

Gede Agus Ari Eka Budi Pratama, I, Ayu Putu Widani Sugianingrat, Ida, Herny Susanti, Putu
Abstract: The tourism village as one of the tourist destinations developed by the village community, especially in Ubud District, Gianyar Regency, is managed by Pokdarwis. For this reason, managers are required to provide the best… performance in advancing tourism villages. The purpose of this study was to determine and analyze the effect of transformational leadership and communication with motivation as an intervening variable on the performance of tourism village managers in Ubud District, Gianyar Regency. The research population is all the administrators or Pokdarwis members of tourist villages in Ubud District as many as 110 people. The sampling technique used purposive sampling in order to obtain 93 people as respondents. The method of analysis using descriptive analysis and inferential analysis with SEM-PLS analysis. The results show that directly transformational leadership, communication and motivation have a positive and significant effect on the performance of managers, transformational leadership and communication have a positive and significant effect on motivation, and motivation is positively and significantly able to mediate the influence of transformational leadership on the performance of Tourism Village managers in Ubud District. Gianyar Regency. The implication of the research is the need to improve harmonious relationships between Pokdarwis members as tourism village managers to participate together in developing a better tourist village.

Yes! We Can Teach and We Feel More Confident in Teaching: The Influence of Senior High School Teachers’ Demographic Variables on Their Self-Efficacy in Teaching

Adusei, Opoku, Adwoa Eduam, Mercy, Praise Afeku, Benjamin, Kwabla Segbefia, Samuel
Abstract: It is generally accepted that a teacher's perception of efficacy correlates with the quality of instruction they offer. The purpose of this study was to determine the characteristics that senior high school (SHS) mathematics… tics teachers in Ghana's Ashanti Region regard as the most influential in influencing their confidence in their abilities to teach their subject. It was requested that 154 senior high school teachers from 20 different senior high schools reply to a questionnaire containing 12 items. According to the results of an independent sample t-test, male teachers have significantly stronger self-efficacy views than their female colleagues. Again, the results of a one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) test reveal that there was no statistically significant difference between the means of the five groups of teacher teaching experience in terms of teacher efficacy. Teachers should take part in ongoing professional development activities to make sure they are still good at their jobs.

The EFL Students’ Pragmatic Competence Level in Pakistan

Riheel Alnaas Taha, Ayman, Hussain, Sajjad, Sajid Aziz, Muhammad, Ali Raza, Hafiz
Abstract: Second language teaching and learning has been grounded greatly on pragmatics. It has been a very important aspect of L2 learners. Majority of the existing literature on this subject matter has paid much attention to diverse… erse pedagogies in the teaching and learning of English and how to integrate pragmatics in the classroom teaching of the language. Experts in the teaching and learning of English as a second language have over the period proven that understanding the level of competence of students’ pragmatics in terms of Pakistan EFL learners is imperative for establishing curriculum in teaching pragmatic competence. This study therefore addresses this aspect and pushes the debate further for a deeper understanding. This research specifically seeks to examine the pragmatic competence level of Pakistan students L2 learners or speakers as well as the contribution of gender and the type of school regarding their competency level in pragmatic knowledge. As for institution type, the results show that there is a significant difference regarding implicate and speech acts. The situational routines do not prove any differences for school type.

The Role of Commitment to Mediate Effect of Motivation on The Performance of Waste Bank Managers in The City of Denpasar

Winda, Made, Herny Susanti, Putu, Ayu Putri Trarintya, Mirah
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to analyze the role of commitment to mediate the influence of motivation on the performance of waste bank managers in Denpasar City. The research is causal in nature to provide an explanation… n and understanding of the relationship between the motivation variable and the manager's commitment and performance variables. The research population is all managers of Denpasar City waste bank which are still active, totaling 94 managers. The sampling technique was carried out using the saturated sample technique. Questionnaires that have been tested for validity and reliability were given to 94 respondents. Methods of data collection through: observation, interviews, documentation, and literature, questionnaires. The method of analysis using descriptive analysis and inferential analysis with Partial Least Square (PLS) analysis. The results of the study show that direct motivation significant positive effect on the commitment and performance of managers, and commitment plays a partial role in mediating the influence of motivation on the performance of managers. The research implication is the need for motivation to produce work according to standards. The research suggestion is that motivation needs to be increased again by giving awards to managers to form awareness to be more enthusiastic and motivated and committed to work so that they can improve performance at the Denpasar City Waste Bank.

The Role of Local Culture on The Effect of Leader Member Exchange on Employee Performance at Village Offices in Abiansemal District

Ayu Ketut Sri Wiratih, Ida, Gede Putu Kawiana, I, Herny Susanti, Putu
Abstract: Public administration currently refers to the professionalism of the performance of government officials in public services One of the agencies formed by the local government is the Village Office. The purpose of this study… udy was to analyze the role of local culture in the relationship of leader member exchange to the performance of employees at the Village Office in Abiansemal District. The research is causal in nature to provide an explanation and understanding of the relationship between the leader member exchange variable, local culture and employee performance variables. The research population was all employees of the Village Office in Abiansemal District, totaling 269 employees. Questionnaires that have been tested for validity and reliability were given to 73 respondents. Methods of data collection by observation, interviews, documentation, literature and questionnaires. The method of determining the sample with a saturated sample and the method of analysis using descriptive analysis and inferential analysis with Partial Least Square (PLS) analysis. The results show that the leader member exchange variable has an effectsignificanton employee performance, local culture has an effect positive and significant on employee performance.Local culture is not able to moderate the influenceleader member exchangeon employee performance but tends to be a predictor variable because it has positive but not significant results.

Optimalisasi Media Sosial Sebagai Sumber Belajar Pendidikan Agama Islam Di Era Digital

Muhammad Hafizh Afqah, Nayla Salsabila, Ririn Cahyani, Ronif Al Ikhsan, Abdul Aziz
Abstract: Perkembangan teknologi digital memberikan pengaruh besar terhadap proses pembelajaran, termasuk dalam Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI). Media sosial yang awalnya digunakan sebagai sarana komunikasi dan hiburan kini berkembang… g menjadi sumber belajar yang interaktif, fleksibel, dan mudah diakses oleh peserta didik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis optimalisasi penggunaan media sosial sebagai sumber belajar Pendidikan Agama Islam di era digital serta mendeskripsikan manfaat dan tantangan penggunaannya dalam proses pembelajaran. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis studi literatur melalui pengkajian berbagai jurnal, artikel ilmiah, dan sumber referensi yang relevan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa platform seperti YouTube, Instagram, dan TikTok mampu meningkatkan minat belajar, mempermudah akses materi keagamaan, serta mendukung pembelajaran PAI yang lebih inovatif dan komunikatif. Namun, penggunaannya juga menghadapi beberapa tantangan, seperti penyebaran informasi yang tidak valid, rendahnya literasi digital, dan potensi distraksi dalam belajar. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan pendampingan dan pengawasan agar penggunaan media sosial dapat mendukung pembelajaran PAI secara efektif dan bertanggung jawab di era digital.   The development of digital technology has a significant impact on the learning process, including in Islamic Religious Education (PAI). Social media, which was initially used as a means of communication and entertainment, has now developed into an interactive, flexible, and easily accessible learning resource for students. This study aims to analyze the optimization of social media use as a learning resource for Islamic Religious Education in the digital era and to describe the benefits and challenges of its use in the learning process. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a literature study type through the review of various journals, scientific articles, and relevant reference sources. The results of the study indicate that platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok are able to increase learning interest, facilitate access to religious materials, and support more innovative and communicative PAI learning. However, its use also faces several challenges, such as the spread of invalid information, low digital literacy, and potential distractions in learning. Therefore, guidance and supervision are needed so that the use of social media can effectively and responsibly support Islamic Education learning in the digital era. 

Parents' Knowledge Level About First Aid For Children Experiencing Fever Seizures In Sei Mencirim Village, Sei Mencirim Public Health Center, Sunggal District, Deli Serdang Regency In 2025

Nove Kasman Sarful Zendrato, Indra H. Perangin-angin, Ance M. Siallagan
Abstract: Febrile seizures are a common emergency in children aged 6 months to 5 years and can cause significant anxiety in parents. Proper early management of febrile seizures largely depends on parent's knowledge as the primary… caregivers. Inadequate knowledge may lead to inappropriate first aid measures that can worsen the child's condition. This research aims to identify the level of parent's knowledge regarding first aid management for children experiencing febrile seizures in Sei Mencirim. This study uses a descriptive design method with a cross-sectional approach. The population in this study are all parents who brought their children for treatment to the Sei Mencirim Community Health Center in the last three months, wiht a sample of 36 respondents taken using an accidental sampling technique. The research instrument is a questionnaire consisting of 25 questions. Data analysis was carried out univariately to describe the level of respondents' knowledge. The results of the study show that parental knowledge based on the management of febrile seizures, parents have a good level of knowledge of 55.6%. Based on the administration during seizures, parental knowledge is in the sufficient category of 38.9%. Based on the administration of medication from the hospital after the child is treated, parental knowledge is in the good category off 66.7%. Based on information about seizures, parental knowledge is in the good category of 75.0%. concluded that the level of parental knowledge about first aid for children experiencing febrile is in the good category of 80.5

The Influence of the Project Based Learning Model on Learning Outcomes PPKN On Fourth Grade Students

Anggun Anugrah Manurung, Eva Pasaribu, D. Yuliana Sinaga
Abstract: This  research  aim  For  knowThe  Influence  of  the  Project  Based  Learning  Model  on  Learning Outcomes PPKN On Students of Class IV of UPTD SD Negeri 122350 Pematangsiantar.Research design implementedis  Pre-Experimental … is  Pre-Experimental  Designs  method  is  appropriate  with  limitations  amount  samples  to  be researched.This research will was held at the UPTD of State Elementary School 122350 Pematangsiantar.The time study implemented in the even semester May of the Year Academic Year 2023/2024. Based on results  research  and  discussion  that  has  been  put  forward  can  taken  conclusion  that  from  pretest  results,obtained the average value is 46.35 which is classified as in category low.While average value of results Study posttest students, namely 85.52, which indicates that results after given treatment increase with such a  range  big.From  the  average  pretest  and  posttest  scores  there  are  difference  of  39.17  and  based  on hypothesis test results with level significant = 0.05 and ttable of 2.034, thitung of 14.737. With thus thitung> ttable 14.737> 2.034, then can concluded that there is the influence of the Project Based Learning Model on results learning PPKN for students  Class IV of UPTD SD Negeri 122350 Pematangsiantar.Maka based  on  Hypothesis  Test  Results   is  rejected  and accepted  which  indicates  that  existence  the influence of the Project Based Learning Model is significant to results learning PPKN for students  Class IV of UPTD SD Negeri 122350 Pematangsiantar.

Utilization Of Traditional Games As Educational Game Tools For Early Childhood

Elisabeth Nevi
Abstract: This study aims to examine the utilization of traditional games as educational play tools (EPT) in early childhood learning. The rapid development of technology has reduced children's interest in traditional games, making… g it necessary to preserve and utilize them as learning media. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including interviews and observations. The results show that traditional games have significant potential in developing children's cognitive, motor, social-emotional, and character values. Furthermore, the integration of local wisdom into educational play tools can foster children's cultural awareness and identity from an early age. However, several challenges remain, such as limited references, teacher competence, and the influence of modern culture. Therefore, collaboration among various stakeholders is needed to optimally develop and implement local wisdom-based educational play tools