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Development of Social Business Model in the Green Creative Industry Sector: A Study on Boolenial Enterprises
Authors: Nurulita Vica Widiyana , Nurfitriya Mira , Rachmani Nizza Nadya
Published: July 2024

The development of the creative industry is not optimal, this is due to the lack of attractiveness of the industry, the dominant position of creative businesses, the immature creative industry business model and the lack of guidance from the government, as well as the business risks that must be faced. This research uses a case study method so that a causal explanation of the conditions in the field can be produced and can answer the "how" and "why" questions so that comprehensive study results can be obtained and can answer the problems that arise in this research. Data was collected by means of literature studies and interviews. The data analysis process is carried out by describing the business through the Social Business Model Canvas (SBMC), and exploring the insights of the social business model with the middleman model.
ANALYSIS OF THE ROLE OF SOCIAL ENTERPRISE STUDIO DAPUR IN POVERTY ALLEVIATION IN TASIKMALAYA REGENCY
Authors: Lestari Mia , Koeswandi Tika Annisa Lestari , Nurfitriya Mira
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this was to analysis of the role of social enterprise studiProsperous living is an ideal condition that is expected by the whole community, so that many efforts are made by the government or the community, one of which is by building social enterprise. Studio Dapur is a social enterprise that has an eco-socialpreneur concept and has a goal to improve the quality of life of people in the surrounding villages. This article will discuss the role of social enterprise that will be carried out by Studio Dapur in alleviating poverty in Tasikmalaya Regency.
The Effect of Problem Based Learning Method On Students Creative Thinking Skills In Learning Entrepreneurship Work in The COVID-19 Era
Authors: Falah Zatsiah Sekar , Fauziyah Azizah , Nurfitriya Mira
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study is to find out the differences in students' creative thinking ability using the Problem Based Learning Method in prakarya and entrepreneurship subjects, the object of this study is class X SMA Plus Merdeka Soreang students. The method used in this study is a pseudo-experimental method or Quasi Experiment. The results of this study are differences in students' creative thinking ability using the Problem Based Learning Method in craft and entrepreneurship subjects in the Covid-19 Era.
The Influence of Social Media Marketing Through Instagram on Consumer Purchase Decisions of Lokanata Coffee the City of Tasikmalaya
Authors: Agustian Tito , Fauziyah Azizah , Yusuf Ismail
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study was to the influence of social media marketing through Instagram on consumer purchase decisions of Lokanata Coffee the City of Tasikmalaya. The object of this research is Lokanata Coffee which is located on Jl. AH Nasution No. 297b, Cipari, Kec. Mangkubumi, Tasikmalaya City. The objectives of this study are: (1) To find out the general description of social media marketing, (2) To find out the general description of purchasing decisions, (3) To determine the effect of social media marketing on consumer purchasing decisions of Lokanata Coffee. The method used is a quantitative method with a descriptive and verification approach. The data collection technique used a questionnaire in the form of a google form with a Likert scale. The regression coefficient value is 0.776 so that the influence of social media marketing on consumer purchasing decisions for Lokanata Coffee is positive or influential. The significance value of social media marketing is 0.00t1 0.05 and tcount ttabel (9.867 1.986) so that Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected.
Technopreneurship Development: Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Analysis in Tasikmalaya
Authors: Yusuf Ismail Yusuf , Koeswandi Tika Annisa , Fauziyah Azizah Fauziyah
Published: July 2024

Entrepreneurship is currently an interesting topic in academic discussions because it is considered a solution for a country's economic development. However, the entrepreneurship ratio in Indonesia is currently still very low, reaching 3.47% of the total population of Indonesia. This figure is still lower than neighboring countries such as Singapore 8.76%, Thailand 4.26% and Malaysia with 4.74%. One area of entrepreneurship that is expected to encourage the business ecosystem in Indonesia is the field of technology entrepreneurship. Technopreneurship itself refers to entrepreneurial practices that focus on the development and application of innovative technology. It involves the process of creating, developing, and marketing technology-based products or services. Currently, the concrete step that is most likely to be taken is entrepreneurship. For this reason, a business development model is needed that is adapted to the needs of the technology entrepreneurship ecosystem in Tasikmalaya.
The Influence of Social Media Marketing of A Beauty Service SME on the Customer Purchase Decision
Authors: Riska Riska , Koeswandi Tika Annisa Lestari , Yusuf Ismail
Published: July 2024

This study aims to determine the description of Instagram social media marketing and purchasing decisions at MUA Amei Makeup, and to determine the effect of Instagram social media marketing on purchasing decisions at MUA Amei Makeup. This research uses quantitative research methods with descriptive and verification approaches. The data sources used are primary data and secondary data. In collecting data, researchers used observation, interviews and questionnaires. The sampling technique is probability sampling, where each member has the same opportunity to be selected as a sample. The population of this study were MUA Amei Makeup Instagram followers with a total of 1963 people, so a sample of 95 people was obtained. Data was collected using a questionnaire. The data analysis techniques used are descriptive statistics, classical assumption test, simple regression test, t test, and coefficient of determination. The results showed that Instagram social media marketing had a positive effect on purchasing decisions at MUA Amei Makeup by 31.3% while the remaining 68.7% was influenced by other variables such as marketing mix, socio-cultural influences, and communication consisting of advertising, buzz agents and word-of-mouth which were not examined in this study
The Effect of Educational Design Thinking In Interest In Entrepreneurship
Authors: Farid Ahmad Ibnu Mihsan , Riswandi Riswandi , Nurfitriya Mira
Published: July 2024

Design thinking inside the field of education is used as one way that can help teachers and students in measuring a problem and finding possible alternative solutions. This study aims to determine how much influence Design education has on the interest in entrepreneurship at SMAN 1 Simpenan, this research uses Quantitative method and includes the type of causal associative research. The population of this study are students of class XII Social SMAN 1 Simpenan who have already implemented entrepreneurship learning. Sampling in research using techniques saturated sampling of 46 students. Data collection techniques using techniques observation, documentation and questionnaires. The analysis technique uses the assumption test, namely test normality, linearity test, and hypothesis testing using simple linear regression and using the t test to look for significance.
IFE EFE Analysis of A Social Enterprise Business Strategy
Authors: Puspita Evi Anggraini , Nurfitriya Mira , Koeswandi Tika Annisa Lestari
Published: July 2024

The problem with Kawoel’s MSMEs is the dominance of decreased income, therefore MSMEs need the right business strategy and are suitable for this social enterprise. The object of this research was carried out at a social enterprise company, namely Kawoel's MSMEs. Therefore, the objectives of this study are: 1) to find out an overview of the business strategy carried out by MSMEs at Kawoel's, 2) to find out the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of Kawoel's MSMEs, 3) to find out alternative business strategy formulations using SWOT Internal Factor Evaluation (IFE) matrix analysis and External Factor Evaluation (EFE) matrix for MSMEs in Kawoel's. This type of research was descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques using observation, interviews, and literature study. This study uses a single variable, namely business strategy, to analyse business strategy in Kawoel's MSMEs using the IFE and EFE matrix tools. The business strategy implemented by Kawoel's had not been maximised so that it had a negative impact on its business. The results of the IFE and IFE matrix for Kawoel's business strategy formulation are in quadrant V, which means that it can be done with a maintain and maintain strategy.
The Impact of Teaching Aids in Learning of Women's Reproductive Organs For Blind Teenage Students At SLBN A Kota Bandung
Authors: Tanbrin Nita Nitiya Intan , Heryati Euis , Homdidjah Oom Sitti , Rahmah Destiyanti Wahyuni
Published: July 2024

This research explores the impact of puppet media as teaching aids in teaching the anatomy of female reproductive organs to blind children in class 9 at SMPLB N Pajajaran, Bandung. In the context of sexual education for children with special needs, understanding reproductive anatomy is crucial for self-protection against sexual abuse and sexually transmitted diseases. Using a qualitative approach, this study examines strategies, techniques, and methods in inclusive education to help blind children understand female reproductive anatomy. It considers their developmental needs and abilities in selecting suitable learning media. The research aims to benefit students, teachers, and schools by enhancing knowledge and skills related to reproductive health and offering new methods for teaching sexual education. Theoretically, it seeks to advance the development of effective learning tools for blind children. This research is urgent because it promotes awareness and protection of reproductive health among blind students, ensuring inclusive and equitable sexual education. It supports national education goals by addressing the special needs of each child, contributing to a smarter and more inclusive society.
ANALISIS KEMAMPUAN EMPATI ANAK USIA 5-6 TAHUN (LITERATURE REVIEW)
Authors: Nurfazrina Syifa Aulia , Muslihin Heri Yusuf , Sumardi Sumardi
Published: July 2024

This research was motivated by the problem of the ability of child empathy after 5-6 years. Thereare children who still have not been able to develop their army attitudes, because there is still alack of appastation of habituation carried out by parents or teachers in schools and children'splaying environments. This study aims to analyze the ability of children's empathy aged 5-6 yearsand efforts to improve their two capabilities that have been studied by previous studies. Theresearch method used is a qualitative-descriptive approach with the literature review method. Thetechnique of collecting data carried out by researchers is in the form of previous research resultsin the form of journals that are relevant to the topic of research. Data analysis techniques used arecontent analysis. The findings of the data analysis obtained that the empathy attitude of a girl ishigher than boys in the cognitive and affective aspects of their emotional pressure. But with theinteraction of sex, the ability of martial empathy will be the same as the ability of empathy for girlswho interact same sex as well. The ability of children's empathy can increase with a given positivehabituation and stimulus properly through the Motede method or the learning model at the school.Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi dengan adanya permasalahan mengenai kemampuan empati anakusai 5-6 tahun. Terdapat anak yang masih belum mampu mengembangkan sikap empatinya,disebabkan masih kurangnya penerapan pembiasaan yang dilakukan oleh orang tua ataupun gurudi sekolah dan lingkungan bermain anak. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kemampuanempati anak usia 5-6 tahun dan upaya meningkatkan kemampuan empatinya yang sudah ditelitioleh penelitian sebelumnya. Metode penelitian yang digunakan yaitu pendekatan kualitatifdeskriptif dengan metode studi literatur. Teknik pengumpulan data yang dilakukan oleh penelitiyaitu berupa hasil penelitian yang terdahulu berupa jurnal-jurnal yang relevan dengan topikpenelitian. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan yaitu analisis isi (content analysis). Hasil temuandari analisis data yang diperoleh bahwa sikap empati anak perempuan lebih tinggi dibandingkandengan anak laki-laki pada aspek kognitif dan afektif dari tekanan emosionalnya. Namun denganadanya interaksi sesama jenis kelamin, kemampuan empati anak laki-laki akan sama dengankemampuan empati anak perempuan yang melakukan interaksi sesama jenis kelamin juga.Kemampuan empati anak dapat meningkat dengan diberikan berupa pembiasaan-pembiasaan yangpositif dan stimulus yang tepat melalui metode ataupun model pembelajaran di sekolah.
PENGEMBANGAN BAHAN AJAR KOLASE UNTUK MEMFASILITASI PEMBELAJARAN SENI RUPA ANAK USIA DINI
Authors: Anggraeni Santi Nisfi , Mulyana Edi Hendri , Giyartini Rosarina
Published: July 2024

This research originated from the problems that occur in the field related to the limited availability of teaching materials collage facilities even lack of teaching materials. The process of learning in early childhood education will be implemented optimally when there is a component that is relevant and very important function in informing the concept of learning material in this resource. The purpose of this research is to develop collage teaching materials that are in accordance with the learning needs in PAUD and the characteristics of early childhood. This study uses the EDR (Educational Design Research) development research method which refers to McKenney's EDR development model which consists of three phases, including analysis and exploration, design and construction, evaluation and reflection. The research carried out is up to the design and construction stage, namely up to product validation to the experts. The results of data analysis showed that the average percentage of validation results was in the proper category with good predicates. This product has advantages and disadvantages that must be considered and corrected again.Penelitian ini bermula dari permasalahan yang muncul di lapangan terkait ketersediaan bahan ajar kolase yang terbatas bahkan kurang fasilitas bahan ajar. Proses pembelajaran di PAUD akan terlaksana secara optimal apabila terdapat komponen yang relevan dan berguna untuk pembelajaran, dalam hal ini bahan ajar. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengembangkan bahan ajar seni rupa berupa kolase yang memenuhi kebutuhan belajar PAUD serta karakteristik anak yang khas. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode EDR (Educational Design Research), yang didasarkan pada model EDR McKenney, yang terbagi menjadi tiga bagian: analisis dan eksplorasi (analysissanddexploration), desain dannkonstruksi (design and construction), evaluasi danrrefleksi (evaluationdand reflection). Dalam penelitian ini, peneliti melakukan penelitian sampai tahap desain dan konstruksi, yaitu sampai validasi produk kepada pihak ahli. Hasil rerata persentase validasi produk bahan ajar kolase berada pada kategori sangat layak. Produk ini juga memiliki kelebihan dan kekurangan yang harus diperhatikan untuk diperbaiki.
PENGEMBANGAN RENCANA PEMBELAJARAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN STEM UNTUK KELOMPOK B SUB TEMA BENDA-BENDA ALAM
Authors: Fauziaturromah Yuniar , Rahman Taopik , Mulyana Edi Hendri
Published: July 2024

The teacher need The Lesson plan for the smooth process of activities in the classroom. The lesson plan must be prepared according to the characteristics of the child. STEM learning is a new breakthrough in learning to face the 21st century and helps develop 4C skills (Communication, Collaborative, Critical Thinking and Creativity). Study is based on the problems that exist in the field related to the STEM learning model learning plan which is still lacking in its application. The STEM learning model learning plan aims to be a reference in the process of implementing learning in the STEM model.Rencana pembelajaran sangat diperlukan oleh guru untuk kelancaran proses kegiatan di kelas. Rencana pembelajaran harus disusun sesuai dengan karakteristik anak. Pembelajaran STEM merupakan terobosan baru dalam pembelajaran untuk menghadapi abad 21 dan membantu mengembangkan keterampilan 4C (Communication, Collaborative,Critical Thingking and Creativity). Latar belakang dalam penelitian ini berdasarkan permasalahan yang ada di lapangan berkaitan dengan rencana pembelajaran model pembelajaran STEM yang masih kurang dalam penerapannya. Rencana pembelajaran model pembelajaran STEM bertujuan untuk menjadi acuan dalam proses pelaksanaan pembelajaran dalam model STEM.
KONSEP PENDIDIKAN ANAK USIA DINI DALAM KELUARGA DALAM PERSPEKTIF ISLAM DITENGAH-TENGAH PANDEMI COVID-19
Authors: Rizqi Anggi Maulana , Riyadi Agus
Published: July 2024

This study will discuss early childhood education in the family during the Covid-19 pandemic. Where family education is recognized as the heart of the educational trilogy in Islamic education. In addition to school education and community education, family education has a very important urgency as an effort to improve the quality of education to carry out. Aimed at forming a generation that has high intellectual and emotional as well as high morality and spirituality. In accordance with its concept, the integrated curriculum balances the thinking process, remembrance process, sports, and the sense of students so as to form a generation that is virtuous, able-bodied, knowledgeable, and free-thinking along with its applied educational methods as direction, training, assignment, habituation, escort, and exemplary of all family members at home. That is the essence of the concept of early childhood education in the family.Penelitian ini akan membahas tentang Pendidikan Anak usia dini dalam Keluarga ditengah-tengah pandemic covid-19. Yang mana pendidikan keluarga merupakan jantung dari trilogi pendidikan yang ada dalam pendidikan islam. Selain pendidikan sekolah dan pendidikan masyarakat, pendidikan keluarga mempunyai urgensi yang sangat penting sebagai upaya peningkatan kualitas pendidikan yang dijalankan. Bertujuan membentuk generasi yang mempunyai intelektualitas dan emosional tinggi juga moralitas dan spiritualitas tinggi. Dalam konsepnya, kurikulum terpadu menyeimbangkan antara olah fikir, olah dzikir, olah raga dan olah rasa peserta didik sehingga terbentuk generasi yang berbudi tinggi, berbadan sehat, berpengetahuan luas dan berfikiran bebas dengan metode pendidikan yang diterapkannya yaitu pengarahan, pelatihan, penugasan, pembiasaan, pengawalan dan keteladan dari semua anggota keluarga yang ada di rumah. Itulah hakikat dari konsep pendidikan anak usia dini dalam keluarga.
Instrumen Penelitian Tindakan Kelas untuk Peningkatan Motorik Halus Anak
Authors: Muslihin Heri Yusuf , Loita Aini , Nurjanah Dea Siti
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study is to describe the design of research instruments in Classroom Action Research   (CAR). The research method used is a qualitative method with data collection techniques using group discussions or Focus Group Discussion (FGD). The results of this study were conducted to determine whether the research instrument for improving children's fine motor skills with some improvements that have been made by researchers is in accordance with the direction of validators who are experts in the field of material to determine whether they are suitable for use by students or not.So with the improvements to the product design made, research instruments for improving children's fine motor skills were obtained which were declared valid by experts and deserved to be tested on children.Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu mendeskripsikan rancangan instrumen penelitian pada Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK). Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode kualitatif dengan Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan diskusi kelompok atau Focus Group Discussion (FGD). Hasil penelitian ini dilakukan agar mengetahui apakah instrumen penelitian untuk peningkatan motoric halus anak dengan beberapa perbaikan yang telah dilakukan oleh peneliti sesuai dengan arahan validator yang ahli di bidang materi menentukan layak digunakan untuk siswa atau tidak. Maka dengan adanya perbaikan terhadap rancangan produk yang dilakukan dihasilkanlah instrumen penelitian peningkatan motorik halus anak yang dinyatakan valid oleh para ahli dan layak di uji coba kepada anak. The purpose of this study is to describe the design of research instruments in Classroom Action Research   (CAR). The research method used is a qualitative method with data collection techniques using group discussions or Focus Group Discussion (FGD). The results of this study were conducted to determine whether the research instrument for improving children's fine motor skills with some improvements that have been made by researchers is in accordance with the direction of validators who are experts in the field of material to determine whether they are suitable for use by students or not.So with the improvements to the product design made, research instruments for improving children's fine motor skills were obtained which were declared valid by experts and deserved to be tested on children.
Pengaruh Aktivitas Bernyanyi Terhadap Daya Ingat, Motivasi Belajar, dan Kreativitas Anak di TK Methodist Jakarta Utara
Authors: Dyramoti Mathilda , Wahyuningsih Rini
Published: July 2024

Early childhood education is a major phase for child’s development to improve their cognitive and affective aspects, such as memory, learning motivation, and creativity. Unfortunately, according to the interview with teachers in Methodist Kindergarten there are degradations of memory, learning motivation, and creativity in few children because of online learning. Based on theories, singing activity can be used as learning strategy to improve child’s memory, learning motivation, and creativity. This study aims to determine the effect of singing activity on child’s memory, learning motivation, and creativity in order to improve them. The research subjects are 22 students of Methodist Kindergarten B Class. This study used quantitative experimental method with One Group Pre-Test Post-Test Design pre-experimental type to compare the assessment before and after treatment. The assessment used rubric instruments based on the observation of three observers. The results showed that there were differences or improvements between pre-test and post-test score of children’s memories, learning motivation, and creativity after doing the singing treatment. The sig. value of each variables is 0,000 and the n-gain value is 0,5. It can be concluded that singing activity affects child’s memory, learning motivation, and creativity in Methodist Kindergarten.Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini (PAUD) merupakan tahap penting bagi perkembangan kognitif maupun afektif anak, khususnya berkenaan dengan kemampuan daya ingat, motivasi belajar, maupun kreativitas mereka. Namun, berdasarkan wawancara dengan guru TK Methodist didapatkan bahwa terjadi penurunan terhadap daya ingat, motivasi belajar, dan kreativitas pada beberapa anak akibat pembelajaran daring. Berdasarkan teori yang ada, aktivitas bernyanyi dapat menjadi strategi pembelajaran yang bermanfaat dalam meningkatkan daya ingat, motivasi belajar, serta kreativitas anak. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh aktivitas bernyanyi terhadap daya ingat, motivasi belajar, serta kreativitas anak, khususnya untuk meningkatkan ketiga variabel tersebut. Adapun subjek dari penelitian ini adalah 22 siswa TK-B Methodist. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif eksperimen jenis pra-eksperimen One Group Pre-Test Post-Test Design untuk membandingkan hasil pengukuran sebelum dan sesudah perlakuan. Pengukuran menggunakan instrumen rubrik berdasarkan observasi tiga pengamat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan ada perbedaan atau peningkatan antara pre-test dan post-test daya ingat, motivasi belajar, dan kreativitas setelah melakukan aktivitas bernyanyi. Taraf signifikansi ketiga variabel bernilai 0,000 dengan nilai peningkatan / n-gain 0,5. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa aktivitas bernyanyi berpengaruh terhadap daya ingat, motivasi belajar, dan kreativitas anak di TK Methodist.
PERKEMBANGAN PSIKOSOSIAL ANAK USIA DINI YANG MENGALAMI KETERLAMBATAN DALAM BERBICARA
Authors: Puspita Oktaviani , Elan Elan , Mulyadi Sima
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study was to analyze phychosocial development of early childhood who experience delays in speaking. The preschool phase is one of the stages that children will face as a developmental process in children aged three to six years, in this phase the developmental stages that occur include cognitive, language, physical, and psychosocial development. Psychosocial development is a change and stability in emotions, personality, social daily life in establishing a relationship and also interacting with people around. Psychosocial development is a lifelong development that starts from infancy to adulthood. Children can be said to be late in speaking when the child has reached the age of the ability to produce sound and communicate well below the average child of his age. Speech delay can also be called a speech disorder which is a delay in language or speaking. The method used in this research is a qualitative research with a single case study approach using data collection by observation, interviews and documentation. The results showed that the psychosocial development of early childhood experienced various phases from infancy to the age of 3-4 years and the efforts given by the surrounding adults for their psychosocial development.Tujuan penelitian ini untuk menganalisis perkembangan psikososial anak usia dini yang mengalami keterlambatan dalam berbicara. Fase prasekolah merupakan salah satu tahap yang akan dihadapi anak sebagai proses perkembangan pada anak yang berusia tiga sampai enam tahun, pada fase ini juga tahapan perkembangan yang terjadi meliputi perkembangan kognitif, bahasa, fisik, dan psikososial. Perkembangan psikososial merupakan perubahan dan kestabilan dalam emosi, kepribadian, keseharian sosial dalam menjalin suatu hubungan dan juga berinteraksi dengan orang-orang sekitar. Perkembangan psikososial perkembangan sepanjang hayat yang telah dimulai dari masa bayi hingga dewasa nanti. Anak dapat dikatakan terlambat dalam berbicara ketika anak sudah menginjak usia kemampuan produksi suara dan berkomunikasi dengan baik di bawah rata-rata anak sesusianya. Keterlambatan berbicara juga dapat disebut dengan gangguan berbicara yang merupakan adanya suatu keterlambatan dalam berbahasa ataupun berbicara. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus tunggal menggunakan pengumpulan data dengan observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perkembangan psikososial anak usia dini mengalami berbagai fase dari masa bayi hingga usia 3-4 tahun dan upaya yang diberikan oleh orang dewasa sekitar untuk perkembangan psikososialnya.
Kemampuan Komunikasi pada Anak dengan Indikasi Keterlambatan Perkembangan Kognitif Usia 5-6 Tahun di RA Az-Zahra
Authors: Nurazizah Nurazizah , Mulyadi Sima , Sianturi Risbon
Published: July 2024

Communication skills are important to have from an early age because with communication each individual is able to build social interactions to maintain life. According to the theory of cognitivism, it states that there is a relationship between an individual’s cognitive abilities and language development, one of which is communication skills. Therefore, this study aims to determine the communication skills of children who are indicated to have delayed cognitive development aged 5-6 years in RA Az-Zahra, Sukarame Village, Sukarame District, Tasikmalaya Regency. This study uses a qualitative approach with case study research methods. The results of this study indicate that the communication skills of children who are indicated to have delayed cognitive development aged 5-6 years have not been able to achieve communication skills based on the characteristics of communication skills that children aged 5-6 years should have. In conclusion, the data obtained include credible data because between the cognitivism theory that is the reference and the research data there are similarities that an individual’s cognitive development affects language development, especially an individual’s communication skills. Kemampuan komunikasi merupakan hal yang penting dimiliki sejak usia dini karena dengan komunikasi setiap individu mampu membangun interaksi sosial untuk mempertahankan kehidupan. Menurut teori kognitivisme menyatakan bahwa terdapat hubungan antara kemampuan kognitif seorang idnividu dengan perkembangan bahasanya, salah satunya kemampuan komunikasi. Maka dari itu penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kemampuan komunikasi pada anak yang terindikasi mengalami keterlambatan perkembangan kognitif usia 5-6 tahun di RA Az-Zahra Desa Sukarame Kecamatan Sukarame Kabupaten Tasikmalaya. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode penelitian studi kasus. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa kemampuan komunikasi pada anak yang terindikasi mengalami keterlambatan perkembangan kognitif usia 5-6 tahun belum mampu mencapai kemampuan komunikasi berdasarkan karakteristik kemampuan komunikasi yang seharusnya dimiliki anak usia 5-6 tahun. Kesimpulannya data yang didapatkan termasuk data kredibel karena antara teori kognitivisme yang menjadi rujukan dan data hasil penelitian terdapat kesamaan bahwa pekembangan kognitif seorang individu mampengaruhi terhadap perkembangan bahasa khsusunya kemampuan komunikasi seorang individu.
Perkembangan Motorik Halus Anak Usia 2-3 Tahun Melalui Permainan Sensori di Daycare
Authors: Iswahyuni Vina , Muslihin Heri Yusuf , Rahman Taopik
Published: July 2024

The methodology utilized in this study combines qualitative and quantitative data analysis with a number of stages, including observation, data collecting, analysis, and withdrawal. Children ages 2-3 that were enrolled in daycare served as the research subjects for this study. There may be as many as 15 kids, 8 of whom are boys and 7 of them are girls. This study makes use of 4 different sensory gaming activities. Following are the findings from the evaluation of young children's fine motor skills utilizing the 2013 curriculum assessment and the percentage approach, as well as the overall development evaluation results: Not developed (BB) 27%; starting to develop (MB) 31%; developing as expected (BSH) 22%; and developing very well (BSB) 22%. It may be inferred that children in daycare between the ages of two and three need engaging activities and media to develop their fine motor abilities.Penelitianniniibertujuan untuk mengevaluasi kemampuan anak prasekolah dalam meningkatkan keterampilan motorik halus melalui aktivitas sensorik. Metodologi yangadigunakanadalama penelitiana inia menggabungkan analisisadataa kualitatifa dana kuantitatifa dengan beberapa tahapan, antara lain observasi, pengumpulan data, analisis, dan penarikan. Anak-anak usia 2-3 yang terdaftar di tempat penitipan anak menjabat sebagai subyek penelitian untuk penelitian ini. Jumlahnya mungkin sebanyak 15 anak, 8 di antaranya laki-lakiiserta 7 di antaranyapperempuan. Penelitiann inii menggunakann 4 aktivitas permainan sensorik yang berbeda. Berikut temuan evaluasi motorikk haluss anakk usiaa dinia dengana menggunakana penilaian kurikulum 2013 dan pendekatan persentase, serta hasil evaluasi perkembangan secara keseluruhan: Tidak berkembang (BB) 27%; mulai berkembang (MB) 31%; berkembang seperti yang diharapkan (BSH) 22%; dan berkembang sangat baik (BSB) 22%. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa anak-anak di tempat penitipan anak antara usia dua dan tiga tahun membutuhkan kegiatan dan permainan yang menarik untuk mengembangkan motorikkhalussmereka.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Media Pembelajaran berbasis Laboratorium Virtual terhadap Motivasi Belajar Peserta Didik pada Materi Kesetimbangan
Authors: Fauziah Evi Lutfia , Nais Miarti Khikmatun , Kusrijadi Ali , Chaerunisa Hilda Nurul
Published: July 2024

Untuk meningkatkan motivasi belajar peserta didik, pendidik dapat memanfaatkan media pembelajaran, salah satunya laboratorium virtual. laboratorium virtual digunakan sebagai alternatif praktikum apabila tidak dapat dilaksanakan secara langsung di laboratorium karena alasan tertentu. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui pengaruh laboratorium virtual sebagai media pembelajaran terhadap motivasi belajar peserta didik khususnya pada materi kesetimbangan kimia. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan desain penelitian One Shot Case Study. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dengan penggunaan laboratorium virtual menghasilkan motivasi belajar peserta didik yang tergolong tinggi dan sebanyak 73,90% peserta didik setuju pembelajaran menggunakan laboratorium virtual akan meningkatkan motivasi belajar.
New communication approaches in thermal spa social media: A sentiment analysis of comments
Authors: Antunes Vera , Gonçalves Gisela , Estevão Cristina
Published: July 2024

This article reflects on the use of social media to communicate thermalism with a view to arouse curiosity about thermalism. Through strategic communication it emphasises both the medium (social media) and the objective (engagement with users). With the aim of researching and developing communication strategies in social media that can be used by thermal spas to increase the engagement of their followers, this study analyses the comments on social media and the opportunities that may arise when looking into the future of communication. The results come from the analysis of the social media of Termas de Chaves and Termas de São Pedro do Sul in Portugal, revealing that people are increasingly motivated to experience thermal services and products. Artificial intelligence was used to identify the sentiments in the comments, which provided relevant results to develop a model capable of maximising the benefits of thermalism and minimising communication problems with its audiences. This model supports a plurality of digital communication strategies, with different characteristics and objectives, but which fulfil a collective purpose: to disseminate information about thermalism in order to build a solid knowledge about it. This study highlights the need for further research on thermalism, with a special focus on communication.
Strategies To Enhance Biocompatibility of Bone Scaffold for Tissue Engineering Applications
Authors: Sughanthy S.A.P ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universiti Tenaga Nasional, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia, Ansari M.N.M , Min Hwei Angela Ng ,   Institute of Power Engineering, Universiti Tenaga Nasional, 43000 Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia.,   Tissue Engineering Centre, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre, Jalan Yaacob Latif, Bandar Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur, 56000, Malaysia
Published: July 2024

Tissue engineering (TE) is a modern approach to improve or restore tissues that has been diseased or damaged by combining the factors in growth signaling and appropriate cells to form compatible biomaterial scaffold. Bone repair has been a major global health challenge in recent decades. Bone transplantation is widely used as an effective clinical treatment for this purpose. However, there are several serious issues with transplantation, including a shortage of autologous bone, immune rejection, the risk of virus transmission with allogeneic bone, and postoperative complications. In recent years, scaffolds for bone tissue engineering have emerged as a promising alternative for bone repair. These scaffolds have porous structures that mimic the extracellular matrix, which can enhance the migration, proliferation, and differentiation of osteoblasts. This process accelerates the repair of bone defects.The usage of bioactive materials has become important tool in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine application as they are to mimic tissues mechanically, chemically, and physically. Polymeric scaffold provides numerous advantageous for tissue engineering since the physicochemical properties such as porosity, pore size, solubility and biocompatibility can be controlled. Therefore, research works were carried out to explore the potential of various materials in producing bone scaffolds in tissue engineering technology. As for both newcomers and experts, this review paper will help them to find information on various types of biomaterials in imparting or enhancing their biological properties such as biocompatibility, bacterial inhibition, tissue regeneration and cell growth, bio inertness, bioactive and resorbability for bone scaffold tissue engineering application.
Analysing the Influence of Recycled Concrete Aggregate and Expanded Perlite on Mortar Performance
Authors: Md Nor Noorsuhada ,   Civil Engineering Studies, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Pulau Pinang, Permatang Pauh Campus, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia, Md Hassan Ahmad Syauqi , Mohd Habibullah Hassan Nurul Hana Hassan , Mat Saliah Soffian Noor , Ruslan Amir Khomeiny , Jamaludin Amril Hadri , Fauzi Mohd Azrizal , Aziz Nor Azian ,   Civil Engineering Studies, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Pulau Pinang, Permatang Pauh Campus, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia,   Meinhardt EPCM Malaysia Sdn Bhd Level 12, AMODA 22, Jln Imbi, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,   Meinhardt EPCM Malaysia Sdn Bhd Level 12, AMODA 22, Jln Imbi, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,   Meinhardt EPCM Malaysia Sdn Bhd Level 12, AMODA 22, Jln Imbi, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,   Pusat Kecemerlangan Kejuruteraan dan Teknologi JKR (CREaTE), Alor Gajah, Melaka, Malaysia,   Pusat Kecemerlangan Kejuruteraan dan Teknologi JKR (CREaTE), Alor Gajah, Melaka, Malaysia,   Pusat Kecemerlangan Kejuruteraan dan Teknologi JKR (CREaTE), Alor Gajah, Melaka, Malaysia
Published: July 2024

With population growth and rapid urbanisation leading to excessive waste generation in the construction sector and the scarcity of natural resources, such as natural fine aggregates, the demand for recycled alternatives has increased. In exploring the potential of recycled materials for construction materials, the present study investigated the performance of recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) and expanded perlite in mortar as a partial replacement for fine aggregates. Different percentages of RCA and expanded perlite were used. A consistent percentage of perlite was used: 0%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 30% and 35%. The RCA and expanded perlite were then mixed with other materials such as cement, water and fine aggregate. Flowability, compressive strength and flexural strength tests were carried out. It was found that a 90% replacement of RCA for each increasing percentage of perlite in the mortar mix resulted in a significant reduction in flow diameter. The compressive and flexural strength of the mortar increased with age. However, the flexural strength of the control mortar, which contained neither RCA nor perlite, consistently exceeded that of the mortar with these additives. The results provide valuable insights for the production of new materials in the construction industry, for waste management and for lightweight yet durable construction solutions.
Removal Of Pharmaceuticals from Municipal Wastewater Using Malaysian Ganoderma Lucidum Fungal Strain
Authors: Sayed Khalid ,   Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, National University of Malaysia (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia), Bangi, Selangor Darul Ehsan, 43600, Malaysia, Wan Mohtar Wan Hanna Melini , Mohd Hanafiah Zarimah , Sultana Bithi Aziza , Wan-Mohtar Wan Abd Al Qadr Imad ,   Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, National University of Malaysia (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia), Bangi, Selangor Darul Ehsan, 43600, Malaysia,   Environmental Management Centre, Institute of Climate Change, National University of Malaysia (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia), Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia,   Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, National University of Malaysia (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia), Bangi, Selangor Darul Ehsan, 43600, Malaysia,   Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, National University of Malaysia (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia), Bangi, Selangor Darul Ehsan, 43600, Malaysia,   Functional Omics and Bioprocess Development Laboratory, Institute of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia.
Published: July 2024

Emerging contaminants are currently a serious issue primarily because conventional wastewater treatment plants are unable to eliminate them. Environmental pollution caused by various emerging pollutants (particularly pharmaceutical active compounds) in wastewater poses a significant threat to public health and ecological balance. In 21st century, bioremediation is regarded as the most environmental friendly and cost-effective treatment technology. In this study, we investigated the removal efficiency of 19 popular pharmaceutical active compounds (PhACs) from municipal wastewater using Malaysian Ganoderma lucidum fungal strain (G. lucidum). The initial and final concentrations of each compound were determined using liquid chromatography time of flight mass spectrometry (LC-TOF/MS), and the percentage of removal was calculated. In this study, experimental results revealed diverse removal efficiencies for the investigated PhACs in municipal wastewater. The PhACs Azithromycin, doxycycline, clindamycin, ciprofloxacin, sulfamethoxazole, loratadine, and citalopram, showed remarkable removal rates of 90% and above in municipal wastewater, indicating their potential for effective treatment. Conversely, trimethoprim, ketoprofen, diclofenac, venlafaxine, dexamethasone, atenolol, propranolol, losartan, valsartan, metoprolol, fluconazole, and carbamazepine, demonstrated varying removal efficiencies, suggesting the need for further optimization in wastewater treatment processes for these compounds. This study highlights the importance of understanding the biodegradation of different PhACs in municipal wastewater to develop efficient and targeted bioremediation treatment strategies using local fungal strain of G. lucidum. Overall, this study provides promising suggestions for the bioremediation of pharmaceuticals from wastewater.
Experimental Analysis of Scheffler Reflector-Based Solar Cooking System: An Application of Sensible and Latent Heat Storage Materials
Authors: Patel Romil ,   Mechanical Engineering Department, Ganpat University, Ganpat Vidyanagar, Mehsana, Gujarat, India, Patel Vikram ,   Mechanical Engineering Department, L. D. College of Engineering, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Published: July 2024

Solar cooker with different collector like evacuated tubes collector, parabolic trough collector, flat plate collector, and Scheffler reflector collector etc are generally used for the cooking food with SHSMs or PCMs. Present research article, Scheffler reflector with combined heat storage material (one SHSM and one PCM) for late-evening cooking has been experimentally investigated. One material is placed within the inner pot of a solar cooker, while another material is placed outer pot of the solar cooker. Six combinations are formed from various SHSMs (sand, pebbles, and iron pieces) and PCM (acetamide). During the daytime, the solar cooker absorbed and stored heat from the sun, which was transferred to the cooking pot through the heat storage units. The heat required for evening cooking (Rice) has been transferred by the thermal storage system which is kept inside an insulator box. After the experiment, it was observed that food was successfully cooked in pairs of sand-acetamide, acetamide-sand, and acetamide-pebbles and partially cooked in pairs of pebbles-acetamide, iron pieces-acetamide, and acetamide-iron pieces. The water activity test is to be conducted to check the cooking quality of food, and as per the result received from the test, the range of cooking and partially cooking is differentiated between 0.928 and 0.936 and 0.948 and 0.955, respectively. The cooked food’s temperature was determined to be between 60 and 63 oC at 20:00 h. The system’s total cost and payback duration were calculated for the economic analysis resulting in 50750 INR and 9.70 years, respectively.
Performance Analysis on the Safety and Automation System of a Modified Cutting Machine: Repurposing Initiatives
Authors: Ahmad Ahsana Aqilah ,   School of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia, Abdul Rahman Siti Mariam , Zakaria Irnie Azlin , Mohamad Tajolli Muhammad Syahiran , Syaiful Azuan Anis Syahirah , Jihat@Ahmad Fatin Batrisyia ,   School of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia,   School of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia,   School of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia,   School of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia,   School of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
Published: July 2024

A circular economy is an alternative to the traditional linear economy. The concept reduces waste by recovering resources at the end of a product’s life cycle and repurposing them to reduce environmental impact. The repurposing of machines is a model of production and consumption that involves re-pairing, refurbishing, and recycling to reduce waste. This project aims to improvise and repurpose existing mangosteen peeling machines into another suitable manufacturing process. The designed potato-cutting machine uses the existing conveyor system of a customised mangosteen peeling machine. The cutting mechanism incorporates safety and automation systems using through-beam infrared and capacitive proximity sensors. For the safety system, detecting objects within a range of 2.0 cm to the conveyor region indicates that the machine is unsafe to operate. The system will stop the machine and send audio and visual warnings to notify the users. Based on the trial runs the machine cuts the potato with approximately 1-tenth of the time needed in manual labour. The most significant benefit, however, is the overall savings in production costs, which are more than 85%. This is achieved as the machine re-purposes more than 50% of the components from the existing mangosteen peeling machine, such as sensors, control panel boxes, and PLC system. Consequently, this has helped minimise the overall cost of new equipment while encouraging a circular economy approach to engineering practices.