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PENDAMPINGAN DIGITALISASI UMKM DESA KUTAKEMBARAN: DARI PRODUK LOKAL MENUJU PASAR DIGITAL

Nur Azizah, Indah, Putri Cahyani, Anggun, Malik, Arifudin, Nur Azizah, Indah, Rizky Daemawan, Muchamad, Zaqi Amali, Muhammad, Rohadatul ‘Aisylah, Zahra, Wachjuni, Wachjuni, Sopyan, Yayan
Abstract: Pelaku Usaha Mikro, Kecil, dan Menengah (UMKM) di Desa Kutakembaran, Kecamatan Garawangi, Kabupaten Kuningan pada umumnya masih memasarkan produk secara konvensional dan belum memanfaatkan teknologi digital secara optimal,… l, ditandai dengan belum adanya identitas merek yang jelas, kualitas foto produk yang kurang menarik, minimnya pemahaman konten promosi, serta belum dimanfaatkannya WhatsApp Business dan marketplace sebagai kanal pemasaran. Kegiatan pengabdian ini merupakan kolaborasi antara Himpunan Mahasiswa Bisnis Digital (HMBD) Universitas Kuningan dengan tim Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) Kolaboratif Desa Kutakembaran yang bertujuan meningkatkan kemampuan pelaku UMKM dalam membangun branding, menghasilkan foto produk dan konten promosi yang menarik, memanfaatkan WhatsApp Business, serta mengenal dan mempraktikkan penjualan melalui marketplace Shopee. Kegiatan dilaksanakan pada 2 Agustus 2026 di Balai Desa Kutakembaran melalui metode pemaparan materi yang dipadukan dengan praktik langsung, meliputi tujuh pokok bahasan yaitu branding, foto produk, desain konten dan copywriting, WhatsApp Business, marketplace Shopee, promosi media sosial, dan simulasi perjalanan konsumen. Kegiatan diikuti oleh sekitar 25 pelaku UMKM yang menunjukkan antusiasme tinggi sepanjang acara. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa materi WhatsApp Business paling diminati peserta karena kedekatannya dengan kebiasaan komunikasi sehari-hari, sementara sesi pembuatan toko Shopee menghadapi kendala karena sebagian besar peserta belum memiliki akun sehingga membutuhkan pendampingan lebih intensif. Melalui kegiatan ini, peserta berhasil menghasilkan aset digital dasar berupa identitas merek, foto produk, desain konten promosi, dan akun WhatsApp Business yang siap digunakan untuk mendukung pemasaran produk lokal ke pasar digital.

INTEGRATING AI-ASSISTANT (COPILOT) TO IMPROVE LEARNERS’ AUTONOMOUS LEARNING OF ACADEMIC ENGLISH TEXTS

Ardiansah, Dian
Abstract: Artificial intelligence (AI) integration in language education offers new opportunities to address challenges in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) contexts. This study examines the effectiveness of Copilot in enhancing… academic English literacy among Indonesian undergraduates. Using a quantitative quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test control group, 60 students were divided into experimental and control groups. Instruments included comprehension tests, learner autonomy questionnaires, and rubric-based writing assessments. Results showed significant improvements in the experimental group. Academic text comprehension increased, particularly in vocabulary mastery (+12%), rhetorical structures (+15%), and recognition of formal registers (+10%). Copilot usage positively predicted learner autonomy, with gains in goal-setting (+14%), strategy selection (+11%), and self-evaluation (+13%). Writing performance also improved, especially in coherence (+13%), argumentation (+16%), and adherence to conventions (+12%). The findings confirm Copilot’s role as both corrective aid and developmental partner, fostering academic literacy and learner autonomy. Implications suggest integrating AI tools into EFL curricula to strengthen academic discourse and independent learning.

The INNOVATION AND DEVELOPMENT LEARNING IN THE DIGITAL ERA

Apriyal Fakih, Apriyal Fakih, Nuraini, Nuraini, Setiowati, Yuli
Abstract: The rapid development of information and communication technology (ICT) has changed the way information is accessed. The use of mobile devices, the internet, and various online learning applications is increasingly widespread.… pread. This demands innovation in learning methods to make it more relevant and interesting for learners. This article aims to identify ICT applications used for learning innovation and digital era learning models. The method used in writing this article is descriptive method and through literature study. The conclusion of this article is that there are three learning innovations that can be applied, namely: Project Based Learning (PjBl), Google Sites and Google Drive. And there are three digital era learning models, namely: Blended Learning is a combination of online and offline learning, Distant Learning and Mobile Learning (M-Learning) Mobile Learning is learning supported by wireless mobile technology (smartphones).

The Strategic Role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in Poverty Reduction among Rural Communities

Hasbiah, Sitti
Abstract: The problem of poverty is still the main challenge for development in rural areas of Indonesia. Limited employment opportunities and low access to productive economic activities cause some village communities to be economically… mically vulnerable. One of the sectors that is considered to have great potential in reducing poverty levels is Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). This article aims to conceptually examine the role of MSMEs in efforts to reduce poverty in rural communities by taking the context of Bantaeng Regency. The writing method uses a qualitative-descriptive approach through literature studies of scientific journals, reference books, and relevant official government documents published in the last five years. The results of the study show that MSMEs play a role as a driver of the local economy through the creation of job opportunities, increasing household income, and strengthening the economic independence of communities based on local potential. However, the development of MSMEs in rural areas is still faced with various structural obstacles, such as limited capital, low managerial capacity of business actors, and limited market access. Therefore, policy support and cross-stakeholder synergy are needed to optimize the role of MSMEs as an instrument to reduce poverty in rural areas

Digital Entrepreneurial Mindset Development: Strategies to Increase the Economic Competitiveness of Indonesia's Gen Z in the E-Commerce Era

Hasdiansa, Ilma Wulansari
Abstract: This systematic literature review (SLR) article discusses the role of e-commerce education to increase the economic growth of generation z (Gen Z) in Indonesia. The purpose of this study is to determine aspects of e-commerce… erce education to support the economic growth of Gen Z in Indonesia. E-commerce education is understood as a place to form the right self-potential to improve Gen Z's digital skills. The method of writing a systematic literature review (SLR) article is a library research method sourced from the Scopus database. The results of this literature review study found that e-commerce education integrated with industry can create Gen Z who have skills in managing digital technology, creativity, and are able to adapt according to the job market. The implications of this study are to encourage the government, academics, and industry players to assist Gen Z through e-commerce education so that their potential becomes a source of economic growth in Indonesia in the future.

Pengaruh Pemanfaatan AI Sebagai Tutor Virtual Terhadap Self-Efficacy Mahasiswa Pada Mata Kuliah Analisis Real

Amanda Chantika Sari Br Purba, Eliza Dwi Ananda, Yovi Dwi Ramadhani, Yurinda Vilga Al Hafizah, Elfira Rahmadani
Abstract: Perkembangan pesat teknologi Artificial Intelligence (AI) telah mengubah lanskap pendidikan tinggi secara signifikan, terutama dengan hadirnya tutor virtual berbasis AI yang mampu memberikan umpan balik cepat, tepat, dan&#8230; personal. Analisis Real merupakan salah satu mata kuliah yang paling menantang dalam program pendidikan matematika karena sifat abstraknya sering menyebabkan rendahnya self-efficacy mahasiswa. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis pengaruh pemanfaatan AI sebagai tutor virtual terhadap self-efficacy mahasiswa Pendidikan Matematika Universitas Asahan yang menempuh mata kuliah Analisis Real. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain quasi-experimental one-group pretest-posttest, melibatkan 15 mahasiswa yang dipilih melalui purposive sampling. Instrumen angket self-efficacy dikembangkan berdasarkan tiga dimensi Bandura (magnitude, strength, generality), divalidasi melalui expert judgment dengan Cronbach’s Alpha sebesar 0,84. Hasil analisis deskriptif menunjukkan peningkatan rata-rata skor self-efficacy dari 65,67 (pre-test, kategori sedang) menjadi 79,93 (post-test, kategori tinggi), dengan peningkatan sebesar 21,7%. Uji Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test menghasilkan nilai Z = −3,408 dengan p-value = 0,001 (p < 0,05), yang mengkonfirmasi terdapat perbedaan signifikan self-efficacy mahasiswa sebelum dan sesudah intervensi enam minggu menggunakan AI tutor virtual. The rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has significantly transformed higher education, particularly through AI-based virtual tutors capable of providing fast, precise, and personalized feedback. Real Analysis, one of the most challenging mathematics education courses, frequently causes low self-efficacy among students due to its abstract nature and demands for formal proof-writing. This study examines the effect of utilizing AI as a virtual tutor on self-efficacy of mathematics education students at Universitas Asahan. A quantitative quasi-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design was employed with 15 students selected via purposive sampling. The self-efficacy questionnaire was based on Bandura’s three dimensions: magnitude, strength, and generality, validated by expert judgment with Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient of 0.84. Descriptive analysis results showed an increase in mean self-efficacy scores from 65.67 (pre-test, moderate category) to 79.93 (post-test, high category), representing a 21.7% improvement. The Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test yielded Z = −3.408 with p-value = 0.001 (p < 0.05), confirming a significant difference in student self-efficacy before and after the six-week AI virtual tutor intervention.

PERAN LOKAKARYA PENULISAN DALAM PENGEMBANGAN LITERASI SASTRA ANAK BERBASIS KOTA BAGI MAHASISWA PENDIDIKAN BAHASA DAN SASTRA INDONESIA

Nurul Kholifah, Nur Alfan, Ahmad Fauzan, Luluk Ernawati, Kalina Dewantara, Ike Suharwati, Suharwati, Khoirur Rizal, Ari Ambarwati
Abstract: Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji peran lokakarya penulisan dalam pengembangan literasi sastra anak berbasis kota bagi mahasiswa Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia. Lokakarya penulisan diselenggarakan&#8230; oleh mahasiswa Program Magister Pendidikan Bahasa Indonesia Universitas Islam Malang sebagai bagian dari implementasi tridharma perguruan tinggi, khususnya pada aspek pengabdian kepada masyarakat. Kegiatan dilaksanakan dengan pendekatan partisipatif melalui model writing workshop yang mengintegrasikan pemahaman konseptual sastra anak dengan praktik menulis kreatif berbasis konteks Kota Malang. Peserta kegiatan adalah mahasiswa Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia yang mengikuti rangkaian sesi pemaparan materi, diskusi, praktik menulis, serta umpan balik terhadap karya. Data pengabdian diperoleh melalui instrumen pretest dan posttest, observasi partisipatif, serta analisis portofolio karya sastra anak yang dihasilkan mahasiswa. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pemahaman peserta terhadap unsur sastra anak, pemanfaatan unsur lokal kota, kemampuan menyusun premis cerita, serta penerapan teknik showing dalam penulisan. Selain itu, karya mahasiswa pascalokakarya memperlihatkan perkembangan kualitas naratif yang lebih kontekstual, kreatif, dan sesuai dengan karakteristik pembaca anak. Temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa lokakarya penulisan yang diselenggarakan oleh mahasiswa magister MPBI UNISMA memiliki peran strategis dalam mengembangkan literasi sastra anak sekaligus memperkuat peran mahasiswa pascasarjana sebagai agen literasi dalam kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat.

MENUMBUHKAN LITERASI ANAK TUMBUHKAN INSPIRASI DI SDN CIKONENG DESA TUGU UTARA KECAMATAN CISARUA KABUPATEN BOGOR

Anwar, Syaiful, Mujito, Mujito, Hardianti, Dwi Tiara
Abstract: This activity aims to foster children’s literacy as an effort to enhance inspiration at SDN Cikoneng, Tugu Utara Village, Cisarua Sub-district, Bogor Regency. Children’s literacy is considered a key factor in developing&#8230; ing critical and creative thinking skills that can influence their personal and academic growth. Through approaches involving various reading, writing, and discussion activities, this literacy program is expected to encourage students’ motivation and inspiration to further develop their potential. This activity examines various methods applied in literacy practices, such as providing engaging reading materials, training in creative writing skills, and organizing interactive discussions that actively involve students. The expected outcomes include an increased interest in reading and writing, as well as the formation of positive attitudes toward the learning process, which can have a long-term impact on students’ academic and character development. The findings of this study provide insights into the importance of literacy as a means to improve the quality of education at the elementary level, as well as a source of inspiration for students to achieve their best potential.

ANALISIS PENGGUNAAN ALAT BANTU PENERJEMAH DALAM MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN BAHASA INGGRIS MAHASISWA

Aminullah, Arif, Akfan, Sofyan Sukwara, Lembang, Naomi, Wulanda, Nourma
Abstract: Perkembangan teknologi digital telah mendorong meningkatnya penggunaan alat bantu penerjemah dalam pembelajaran bahasa Inggris di perguruan tinggi. Alat bantu penerjemah seperti Google Translate banyak dimanfaatkan oleh&#8230; mahasiswa untuk membantu memahami kosakata, membaca teks berbahasa Inggris, serta menyelesaikan tugas akademik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis penggunaan alat bantu penerjemah dalam meningkatkan kemampuan bahasa Inggris mahasiswa. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode deskriptif. Populasi penelitian adalah mahasiswa yang menggunakan alat bantu penerjemah dalam pembelajaran bahasa Inggris, dengan sampel sebanyak 40 mahasiswa yang dipilih menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Data dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner, observasi, dan dokumentasi, kemudian dianalisis menggunakan teknik analisis deskriptif persentase. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar mahasiswa menggunakan alat bantu penerjemah secara aktif dalam kegiatan pembelajaran bahasa Inggris. Sebanyak 82,5% mahasiswa menyatakan sering menggunakan alat bantu penerjemah, sedangkan 90% mahasiswa menyatakan bahwa alat bantu penerjemah mudah digunakan. Selain itu, 87,5% mahasiswa menyatakan bahwa alat bantu penerjemah membantu meningkatkan kemampuan membaca (reading), 82,5% membantu kemampuan menulis (writing), dan 90% membantu meningkatkan penguasaan kosakata (vocabulary). Meskipun demikian, penggunaan alat bantu penerjemah secara berlebihan berpotensi menimbulkan ketergantungan dan mengurangi kemampuan mahasiswa dalam memahami tata bahasa (grammar) serta menyusun kalimat secara mandiri. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, dapat disimpulkan bahwa alat bantu penerjemah memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap peningkatan kemampuan bahasa Inggris mahasiswa, khususnya pada aspek reading, writing, dan vocabulary. Oleh karena itu, penggunaan alat bantu penerjemah perlu diarahkan secara tepat agar dapat menjadi media pendukung pembelajaran yang efektif tanpa mengurangi kemampuan berpikir kritis dan kemandirian belajar mahasiswa.

DIMENSI PENILAIAN DALAM PEMBELAJARAN BAHASA ARAB PADA EMPAT KETERAMPILAN BERBAHASA

Muslimin Resi, Herdah
Abstract: This study aims to analyze the concepts, characteristics, principles, and dimensions of assessment in Arabic language learning, particularly in the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The study&#8230; dy employed a qualitative approach using a library research design that focused on conceptual analysis of various academic literature relevant to language assessment. The data were collected through documentation techniques from books, scientific journal articles, and academic publications related to the evaluation of Arabic language learning. The data were then analyzed using content analysis to identify, classify, and synthesize various concepts related to language assessment practices. The findings reveal that assessment in Arabic language learning should be authentic, contextual, and oriented toward communicative competence, while integrating linguistic elements with language skills. In addition, assessment should be conducted based on the principles of validity, reliability, objectivity, practicality, transparency, fairness, and sustainability. The novelty of this study lies in its comprehensive explanation of the assessment dimensions across the four Arabic language skills, along with their indicators and assessment techniques. These findings provide implications for educators in designing Arabic language assessments that are more systematic, communicative, and relevant to language learning objectives.