Purpose: This study examines the factors affecting tourists' willingness to engage in value co-creation during dive tourism in Malaysia. Theoretical framework: This study adopted the theory of value co-creation. Design/methodology/approach: This study focuses on groups of tourists from various countries who engage in diving activities on Semporna Island, Redang Island, and Sipadan Island in Malaysia, with individuals participating in diving tourism as the unit of analysis. During the study, random sampling techniques were used to accurately select 384 tourists from the target tourist group as the research sample. First-hand data was obtained through a systematic data collection process, which was then used as the basis for subsequent in-depth analysis. Findings: There is a positive significant correlation between environmental awareness, value perception and emotional experience among divers visiting Malaysia and their willingness to participate in value co-creation. Research, Practical & Social implications: This result highlights the importance of enhancing tourists' environmental awareness, value perception, and emotional experience, which can provide effective policy recommendations for Malaysia's diving tourism.

Purpose Our research aims to answer the following question: How does religious diversity manifest itself in Quebec universities through individuals' expressions of belief, interpersonal behaviors and organizational practices as part of a learning and co-construction process? The objective of this study was, in the context of the EDI initiatives, to explore and document, through website analysis and expert consultation, the manifestations of religious diversity in Quebec universities in terms of individual experiences and claims, discussion and benchmarking, and the formalization of rules imposed by management, including senior management, and at the level of policies and organizational structures. Design/methodology/approach The methodology applied to conduct this exploratory research was document analysis: a systematic approach that enables one to extract qualitative data from print or electronic documents (Bourgeois, 2021; Bowen, 2009; O’Connor, 2019; Paulus et al., 2014). This method allows for a rigorous data collection process to extract meaning and trends from a set of documents and thereby answer the research question. In a second phase of data collection, and to address the main limitation of relying solely on document analysis, the preliminary findings were shared for expert feedback. This step aligns with realist synthesis, which is appropriate for testing and refining findings through expert validation (Robert and Ridde, 2013). Findings By analyzing data and combining theoretical frameworks on religious expression, inclusion systems, management of religion and co-construction process, this article contributes to both theory and practice. The document analysis of Quebec's 18 universities led to three key findings: concrete manifestations of religious expression, limited consideration of religious diversity within existing EDI frameworks, and the importance of managing religious diversity collaboratively through a participatory co-construction process. The results revealed a multitude of religious manifestations or practices within all domains of the frame of reference. The use of this framework enabled us to better understand how management of religion is manifested at universities, a little-documented environment, especially in Quebec. Research limitations/implications This study explored the management of religious issues in Quebec universities through EDI plans and policies. It has however limitations due to its exploratory nature and methodology. Some practices, particularly those involving administrative staff, are likely shared only internally and therefore not accessible on the website. Further studies, including more university surveys and interviews with employees and individuals from diverse religious backgrounds, are needed to better understand the dynamics and challenges of managing religious issues. Future research could also consider comparing universities based on their language (francophone and anglophone institutions), size or location, for example, by contrasting large urban institutions with smaller regional universities. Practical implications This participatory, co-constructive process linked to EDI initiatives is not unique to the consideration of religious diversity, and there is no question of prioritizing religion over other forms of diversity, but since results show that religious diversity seems more invisible than other forms, this type of process allows for the creation of spaces for discussion, consultation and inclusion of stakeholders concerned by religious diversity in change initiatives throughout the organization, in accordance with current legislation. Managing religious diversity within organizations' EDI approaches cannot be imposed and requires the involvement of stakeholders, who play a crucial role in inclusion efforts. During the consultations, the experts emphasized the relevance of the proposed framework, highlighting the value of such a process for addressing religious diversity, especially given the current lack of structured approaches in most institutions. They noted that the framework could serve as an inspiration for how universities can manage religious diversity and could be adopted or adapted by both experts and institutions. For other scientific research, the framework (Figure 5) could also be the subject of further studies. Social implications The findings are also useful for practitioners, as they provide insights into how religious diversity is currently managed and how it concretely manifests in university settings. This contributes to practitioners' understanding and can inform the development of future training initiatives and EDI action plans. The framework and results offer practical tools for those seeking to recognize, engage with and better structure responses to religious diversity within academic institutions. These avenues offer a concrete foundation for universities to advance toward a more coherent, inclusive and sustainable approach to managing religious diversity. Originality/value Few studies have examined how religious diversity and religious identities are addressed in the context of EDI initiatives and process within Quebec universities. It is so interesting to document religious expression in Quebec universities to determine whether its management is still essentially invisible and submerged in the multiple different diversities, as is the case in some other organizations (Galindo and Surply, 2010, p. 31). This study underscores the importance of integrating religious diversity more actively into EDI policies and practices through collaborative processes.

Understudied populations such as those with intellectual disabilities (ID) face significant disease burden and oral health disparities. Systematic exclusion from oral health research contributes to resultant health inequalities, limits understanding of the determinants and implications of disease, and hinders the ability to improve health through evidence-based policy and healthcare planning. This study reports the development of the Modified Oral Status Survey Tool (MOSST), an accessible, low burden oral health assessment tool designed for use with populations who require communication and cognitive supports. It explores the MOSST's key measurement attributes: conceptual coverage, content validity, reliability, feasibility, and cost. The study followed an iterative tool development process. The MOSST was tested in two steps: (1) attribute testing of an interim version (MOSST v0.1) for inter and intra-rater reliability, burden, cost and feasibility; and (2) content validity testing of MOSST v1.0 using an expert and a Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) panel. Field testing involved data collection from Wave 5 of the Intellectual Disability Supplement to the Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (IDS-TILDA), with data from n = 469 participants undertaking a MOSST assessment. Data from n = 469 adults with ID were analysed. The MOSST demonstrated very strong/strong inter- and intra-rater reliability for tooth count (ICC = 0.999), denture wear, occlusal pairs, and oral pain (k = 0.808-1.00). Content validity was confirmed through expert and PPI panel reviews; item-level Content Validity Indices (iCVI) ranging from 0.85 to 1.00 were gained from the expert panel responses to measure agreement. This review process led to refinements, including replacing items representing occlusal function with functional tooth units and relocating the subjective oral pain item. This led to a final MOSSTv1.0 tool and associated training, protocol and resources. The MOSST was acceptable: 98% (n = 65) reporting data collection process acceptable; 100% (n = 66) painless and 100% (n = 66) not time-consuming. The cost per assessment was low (approx. €6.69) due to low equipment and staff costs. The MOSST is a seven-item tool recording indicators of oral function and disease. It was shown to be reliable, valid, and feasible for use by non-dental assessors among people with ID. It is low cost, low burden, quick and feasible and offers potential for use among understudied communities.

The analysis centers on the challenges and the transformative systemic design of education in its initial phases, highlighting the incorporation of artificial intelligence, gamification, and the utilization of manipulative resources within the framework of Early Childhood Education. The research is based on the idea that traditional teaching methods are not working as well as they used to, especially because of how different students are, how complicated schools are, and how much technology is needed in schools today. These factors have led to new problems in socioemotional learning settings.The study utilizes a mixed-methods, quasi-experimental design, featuring a pretest-posttest framework with a non-equivalent control group. The sample included early childhood students, teachers, and families, facilitating a thorough and integrative analysis of the phenomenon. The intervention utilized AI-driven educational platforms, gamification techniques, and tactile materials, all interconnected through active learning approaches. The data collection process included structured observation guides, performance-based assessments, motivation scales, and semi-structured interviews. This made it possible to systematically cross-check the information. The results reveal significant improvements in the development of cognitive, motivational, and socioemotional skills, along with an increased capacity to engage with learning situations that require complex problem-solving. In addition, a notable rise in teacher engagement and a stronger level of active parental involvement were observed, both of which are critical factors for the sustainability of educational innovation. The findings furnish pertinent empirical evidence and indicate novel research trajectories aimed at the scalability and longitudinal assessment of these strategies across various educational contexts. Moreover, the findings indicate that the amalgamation of artificial intelligence, gamification, and manipulative instruments represents a nascent pedagogical framework with significant potential to foster systemic educational innovation, commencing in Early Childhood Education.

This study was conducted to show the numerical data analysis of countries regarding the number of experienced health personnel attending births, the distribution of midwives/nurses in the world and health expenditures. In this longitudinal study, the statistics published by the World Bank were used as a data source. Within the scope of the study, data on three different indicators were collected. The indicators used in the study were "Incidence of births attended by skilled health staff (% of total)," "Nurses and midwives (per 1000 people)," "Current health expenditure (% of GDP)." In the data collection process, after the data were downloaded to the personal computer with the World Bank API, the data were grouped according to the World Bank regions and the income status of the countries (Income) and the analyses were made based on these groupings. One of the researchers wrote a script using Python 3.8.18 to collect and analyze the research data. Globally, the number of qualified personnel decreased from 84.27% (relative to total births) of births attended by skilled person in 2010 to 80.21% (relative to total births) of births attended by skilled personnel in 2021. The data for South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa have been consistently below the global average between 2010 and 2020. The number of nurses and midwives for 1000 people worldwide was around 4.48 in 2010 and 5.62 in 2021. Data for Latin America, the Caribbean, South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa remained below the global average between 2010 and 2021. Health expenditures increased globally from 6.92% of GDP (according to each country's currency) in 2010 to 10.56% of GDP (according to each country's currency) in 2021. East Asia and the Pacific, sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East and North Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean remained below the global average. This study highlights significant disparities in global health indicators related to skilled birth attendance, the density of nurses and midwives, and health expenditure. Moreover, regions such as South Asia, sub-Saharan Africa, and Latin America continue to fall below global averages in both skilled birth attendance and the number of nurses/midwives per capita. These results underscore the urgent need for targeted investment in maternal and newborn health services, especially in low-income regions. Strengthening the healthcare workforce and improving equitable access to skilled birth care are critical steps toward achieving global health equity and improving maternal and neonatal outcomes.

Primary health care facilities such as Community Health Centers (Puskesmas) still face challenges of inefficiency and the risk of human error due to manual data collection processes. This study aims to develop and implement a web-based Community Health Center Management Information System (SIM-PUSKESMAS) in Karang Anyer to improve service efficiency and accuracy. The study used a Research and Development (R&D) approach. The system design was carried out through Unified Modeling Language (UML) modeling, and the system implementation used web-based PHP and MySQL technologies in the XAMPP environment. The results showed the successful implementation of SIM-PUSKESMAS with role-based access rights (Admin, Doctor, Pharmacist, Patient). The main functional pages developed include Queue Management, SOAP-based Medical Records (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan), Pharmacy Management, and Reports/Referrals. Comparison with conventional systems shows that this digital system significantly improves the speed of service and the accuracy of clinical data. It can be concluded that SIM-PUSKESMAS Karang Anyer is effective in ensuring data integrity, supporting better governance through instant reporting, and is a concrete step towards the digitalization of sustainable and quality health services.

Due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) epidemic, nurses on the front line of caring for infected patients are always faced with many job stressors, and one of the most inevitable consequences is job burnout, which can cause challenges for work engagement. This study used structural equation modeling to determine the effects of psychological capital and perceived social support on job burnout and work. This study was a cross-sectional design. 306 nurses on the frontline of the fight against COVID-19 in the public hospitals of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences were selected by multi-stage random stratification. The data collection process lasted from September 19 to November 19, 2021. To collect data from Zimet's perceived social support questionnaire, Lutans' psychological capital questionnaire, Utrecht work engagement scale, and Maslach's burnout inventory. More than half of the people were women, married, under 40 years old, with a bachelor's degree, with over 10 years of work experience, and over one year of experience in the COVID-19 departments. The fit indices of the research model were favorable (goodness‑of‑fit [GOF]>0.529), and the research model fit was confirmed. Also, based on the path coefficient, there was a significant negative relationship between perceived social support with job burnout (β=-0.115) and between psychological capital with job burnout (β=-0.503), and a significant positive relationship between perceived social support with work engagement (β=0.132) and between psychological capital with work engagement (β=0.607) (P˂0.05). Considering the inevitable effect of perceived social support and psychological capital on reducing job burnout and increasing work engagement, our findings can be used to develop the occupational health of employees and then to develop the quality of health care services by health managers and policymakers. Also, interventions based on social support and psychological capital can be identified and studied as a new area for effective psychological interventions among nurses.

This research aims to examine the visuals in preschool children's books from a semiotic perspective. In this study, illustrated children's books are considered not only as aesthetic elements supporting the text, but also as signs carrying social, cultural, and pedagogical meanings. The research was conducted using descriptive analysis and semiotic analysis approaches, which are qualitative research designs. The study group consists of two illustrated preschool children's books that were on the best-selling list in the children's category of an e-book sales platform and were selected between January and December 2025. The Semiotic Analysis Form, developed by the researcher, was used during the data collection process; six pages were selected from each book, and the visuals on these pages were examined based on the following dimensions: Signifier (object, color, character, place), Signified (denotation/initial meaning), Connotation (cultural association, emotion), Myth/Ideology (naturalized social messages), Text-visual relationship, and Message/emotion conveyed to the child. The analysis revealed that images in children's books are not merely aesthetic elements; they also convey various ideological and pedagogical messages, including gender roles, environmental awareness, family structure, friendship, and cultural identity. This finding demonstrates that images are powerful tools that influence children's perception of the world and their emotional and value development. The research highlights the importance of visual literacy and semiotic analysis in the field of children's literature and highlights the need for educators, parents, and authors and illustrators to produce and evaluate visual content more consciously.

This study aims to develop a model for information technology (IT) adoption in the auditing profession, aligned with the principles of sustainable development. The study was conducted over a six-month period, from March to August 2025, to ensure a comprehensive data collection and analysis process. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining qualitative interviews with quantitative analysis. In the first phase, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 auditing experts and analyzed through thematic coding, resulting in the identification of 77 key indicators. These indicators were refined using the fuzzy Delphi method, confirming expert consensus. A structured questionnaire was then developed based on the finalized indicators and distributed among auditors in publicly listed companies. Structural equation modeling (SEM) using Smart PLS was applied to validate the model. The results identified 12 core dimensions influencing IT adoption in auditing: Big Data, Analysis and Prediction, Software Utility, Specialized Human Resources, Data Security, Environmental Considerations, Improved Efficiency, Enhanced Analytical Depth, Better Decision Making, Enhanced Auditor Reputation, Reduced Risk of Human Error, and Audit Reporting Quality. While the study does not directly measure sustainability outcomes, the identified IT-driven improvements reflect a broader conceptual alignment with sustainable development goals—particularly in terms of enhancing transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency. Future research is recommended to empirically examine the long-term sustainability impacts of IT adoption in auditing.It can be concluded that adopting integrated reporting, using technology, and actively engaging with stakeholders can increase auditors' effectiveness in promoting sustainable development.

Objectives: The study was conducted to profoundly examine the COVID-19 perceptions of individuals over 65 years during the lockdown using the Health Belief Model. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted using the case study design, one of the qualitative research methods. A study group was formed by selecting participants who met specific criteria, with a focus on maximum diversity. The sample consisted of 13 elderly individuals, including eight men and five women, with an average age of 69. Most of the participants had lived in rural areas (n=7) and three had contracted COVID-19. Additionally, the most common chronic diseases among the participants were hypertension (n=8) and diabetes (n=7). During the interviews with the participants, a semi-structured interview form consisting of 12 questions was used to ensure content and conceptual coherence. The data collection process was conducted through face-to-face interviews in the participants' own homes, where they felt most comfortable. Results: They more often expressed the COVID-19 perceived susceptibility as virulent disease, getting the disease, contaminating the disease, and death. In perceived severity, they stated that they would get the disease and die. Staying at home and following hygiene rules during quarantine were considered beneficial by most participants. However, some participants stated that quarantine caused stress, loneliness, inactivity and harmful effects. They mainly associated perceived barriers with prevention of basic and healthcare needs and defined self-efficacy as being patient, successful, and obeying the rules. Conclusion: The factors influencing older people's COVID-19 perceptions during the quarantine process are believed to have been identified by the Health Belief Model and these factors are important for the development of preventive health behaviours.

Family structure and dynamics are changing as the number of divorce cases increases lately. Divorce for the family with children arise the question of custody in the civil justice system. The child custody evaluations (CCE) within the civil justice system become critical based on the principle of protecting the best interest of the children. It has critical function in safeguarding the psychological and developmental well-being of children especially for the conflicted divorce. As the divorce process is a stressful event which can lead to psychological and developmental problems, CCE effectively conducts to protect the psychological well-being of the parties. For that reason, this paper aims to review best practice methodologies in CCE, including from preparation to evaluation to reporting. Preparation before starting to data collection evaluator needs to meet ethical guidelines together with cultural sensitivity, while identifying key challenges, such as the lack of standardized procedures and the gap between legal and psychological approaches. While studies in Turkey showed that for CEE lack of standards in evaluation and educational requirements which can negatively affect the evaluation process. Data collection process needs interviews with all related parties including parents, children and collateral contacts, observation, document review and psychological test results. Lastly, reporting part is crucial as the interpretation of scientific data to address the court question for legal decision-making process. Studies showed that lack of standardized evaluation and reporting process in CEE can be problematic. Standardization is necessary for protection of best interest of the child.

Teenage pregnancy is a significant socio-economic and public health challenge in the estate sectors of Sri Lanka and a global issue affecting high, low, and middle-income countries. This study aims to investigate the role of social welfare professionals in addressing the contributing factors, associated risks, and prevalence of teenage pregnancy in rural communities. The research employed a quantitative approach involving 157 teenage mothers who gave birth for the first time between the ages of 13 and 19 in the Nuwara Eliya Medical Health Office area from 2020 to 2023. During the selected period in Sri Lanka, there was a notable prevalence of teenage pregnancies, which coincided with various socioeconomic challenges affecting the country. This situation provides a valuable opportunity to analyse the multiple factors contributing to adolescent pregnancies. The data collection process included identifying pregnant mothers, clarifying the study's objectives, administering questionnaires, formulating open-ended questionnaires, and arranging interview arrangements. After data purification, 153 responses were analysed. As per the results, the above-stated factors were significantly contributing to teenage pregnancy, and among those, lack of knowledge (individual factors) and mother migration (social factors) were acknowledged as the leading contributing dimensions of teenage pregnancy. The study's findings demonstrate the significant role of social welfare professionals in mitigating teenage pregnancies through their implementation of social education programs. However, the study also indicates that the overall impact of these efforts is relatively limited, highlighting the need for further improvement and prompting ongoing debate regarding the adequacy and effectiveness of social welfare professionals' contributions. The researcher recommended actions for stakeholders, identified new factors contributing to teenage pregnancy in Sri Lanka, and proposed a model showing the role of social welfare professionals.

The purpose of this study is to determine pre-service mathematics teachers’ views on digital learning platforms, the extent to which these platforms are integrated into teaching and assessment processes, the usability of digital learning platforms in teaching and assessment processes, pre-service mathematics teachers’ thoughts on the contributions of digital learning platforms to mathematics education and the problems they encounter when using digital learning platforms. This study is important in terms of helping to determine the necessary strategies and educational policies to support the integration of digital learning platforms into teaching and assessment processes, understanding the potential of digital learning platforms in mathematics teaching and identifying important considerations for improving teaching practices. It also aims to contribute to finding solutions to the problems encountered. In the context of 21st-century skills, including technological skills and digital literacy, it is important to determine pre-service mathematics teachers’ knowledge levels about these skills during their professional preparation process and to reveal their opinions about digital learning platforms, which are considered to play a significant role in developing these skills in middle school students. In this research, a case study design, which is one of the qualitative research methods, was used. The study group consists of 68 fourth-year students from the elementary mathematics teaching program at the faculties of education of state universities located in Aydın, Denizli and Kars. Data for the study were collected through a semi-structured interview form consisting of 8 open-ended questions. The data obtained from the data collection process were analyzed using content analysis, a qualitative analysis method. According to the findings of the research, pre-service mathematics teachers prefer the question-and-answer technique the most in teaching. They define digital learning platforms as web-based/online environments and use platforms such as GeoGebra/Desmos and Educational Informatics Network. These pre-service teachers integrate digital learning platforms into teaching and assessment processes and use these platforms because they are engaging and enjoyable. They decide on the platform selection based on the subject and learning outcomes. Additionally, they state that digital platforms are useful in visualizing abstract concepts. However, internet and infrastructure inadequacies are expressed as significant obstacles in the use of digital platforms.

This study aims to examine the effect of the think-aloud strategy on fourth-grade primary school students’ reading comprehension and summarization skills. The study was conducted using a quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest control group, based on quantitative research methods. The study group consisted of 49 students attending a public school in the province of Ordu. A ten-week instructional process based on the think-aloud strategy was implemented with the experimental group. Students in the control group, on the other hand, continued their lessons in accordance with the current curriculum of the Ministry of National Education. In the data collection process, two tests consisting of multiple-choice and open-ended questions were used to assess reading comprehension, and an evaluation form for informational texts was used to assess summarization skills. The data were analyzed using parametric statistical methods. The findings revealed that students who received instruction through the think-aloud strategy showed a significant improvement in both reading comprehension and summarization skills. In contrast, no statistically significant change was observed in these skills in the control group. The results indicate that the think-aloud strategy can be an effective tool in enabling students to interact with the text, construct meaning, and develop cognitive awareness. In this respect, the study contributes to the consideration of the think-aloud strategy as an effective approach that can be used in teaching reading comprehension at the primary school level.

This paper presents a grounded theory study involving 20 older teacher educators (over the age of 55) who discussed their approaches to learning processes in the context of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The data collection process consisted of three semi-structured interviews with each participant, supplemented by written reflections, email correspondence, and observations. Professional identity negotiation through technological adaptation was the central category describing the transformation from opposition to integration, as determined by systematic three-stage coding procedures: open, axial, and selective coding, along with constant comparison and theoretical sampling. The results indicate that early resistance in older teachers serves as a professional protective measure against identity threats to the validity of their expertise, pedagogical independence, and value congruence. It was integrated by means of strategic action/interaction strategies such as peer learning, pedagogical reframing, selective appropriation, and taking up mentorship roles, which were mediated by contextual conditions (infrastructure of institutional support, stage of career, previous technology experiences) and intervening conditions (ageist discourses, ethical controversy, and disciplinary norms). The consequences were differentiated into selective integration with recon15structed professional identities and persistent consequences with the marginalisation of professionals. Substantive theory confronts deficit discourses, which seek to frame resistance as a failure on the part of the individual. However, it presents identity negotiation as a complex social process that requires supportive conditions in institutional and learning infrastructure, maintenance of autonomy, and legitimisation of selective integration as advanced professional practice.

This study aimed to evaluate a mental health training process that included the implementation of the interRAI Self-Reported Assessment for Mental Health (SAMH) tool among Community Health Agents (CHAs), to improve knowledge of mental health issues, as well as to assess the tool's feasibility and acceptability. This is a quasi-experimental study. The participants were 24 CHAs from a municipality in the Metropolitan Region of Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. The instruments used were a sociodemographic and work-related questionnaire; a pre-test and post-test questionnaire to assess the knowledge of mental health, and a questionnaire assessing the feasibility and accessibility of interRAI SAMH, which was part of the training process. To compare knowledge before and after the process, a paired-sample t-test was used. Feasibility and acceptability of the SAMH were evaluated using a questionnaire and qualitative data. The training, combined with the SAMH data collection process, contributed to increased perceived knowledge of the following topics: psychiatric reform, human rights in mental health, Mental Health National Policy, Mental Health Care Models, Psychiatric Reform Law, risk factors for suicide, depression, alcohol and drugs, personalized therapeutic plan, psychoses, anxiety disorders, psychiatric urgences and emergencies, and interdisciplinary work. The results of feasibility and acceptability evidenced that CHAs feel more capable of recognizing psychiatric pathologies and emergencies, such as individuals at risk of suicide. The findings support the feasibility and acceptability of the interRAI SAMH tool and its potential to enhance CHAs' knowledge and ability to identify and refer individuals with mental health conditions in Primary Health Care.

To comply with stringent IFRS 17 implementation standards in the insurance industry, Tugu Insurance has critically utilized the Tugu Insurance Core System (TICS) since January 2024 to enhance data collection process and data accuracy. This study addresses TICS's initial usability limitations impeding efficient policy data input. A User-Centered Design approach, employing mixed quantitative (System Usability Scale [SUS], Post-Study System Usability Questionnaire [PSSUQ]) and qualitative methods, evaluated the system. Sixteen respondents completed questionnaires; ten participated in testing. The proposed design, guided by Nielsen’s, Marenkov’s, and Schneiderman’s usability standards, significantly improved performance. SUS scores rose from 50.8 (Grade F, Poor) to 77.8 (Grade B+, Good). PSSUQ mean scores also increased across all categories: overall (2.76), system usefulness (2.70), information quality (2.82), and interface quality (2.63), all exceeding thresholds. These findings underscore how improved TICS usability directly supports Tugu Insurance's mandate for accelerated, accurate data processing, essential for IFRS 17 compliance.

Indonesian families are currently still faced with various challenges, including the low knowledge of mothers about childcare, which can have an impact on child development. This is crucial and a sign that there is a need to improve competence as parents, therefore the Great Parents School provides a way to overcome problems in childcare practices. This study aims to explain the transformation of young mothers who have participated in the Great Parents School program. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive method, the informants in this study are young mothers who have undergone the Great Parents School program and accompanying facilitators, while the data collection process uses observation, interviews, and documentation with the research location in Sumbersari District, Jember Regency. The results of this study show that the empowerment process refers to the ACTORS theory, namely authority, self-confidence, trust, opportunity, responsibility, and support for mothers who have attended the Great Parents School. Mothers who have attended the Great Parents School have experienced improvements in their knowledge, attitudes, and skills related to childcare. This improvement can be seen through their understanding of the role of parents, the application of family functions such as instilling religious values, compassion, and protection, as well as the application of parenting and discipline patterns, and an understanding of communication skills. Therefore, it can be concluded that the Great Parents School serves as a bridge for mothers to become more empowered through improvements in childcare.

This study examines the application of Microsoft Access as a recording system in Soeka Dimsum MSMEs which previously still used the manual method. The purpose of the study is to show how the design of an Entity Relationship Chart-based database can improve efficiency in managing financial data, stock of goods, and revenue according to the required period. The research method used was qualitative descriptive through direct data collection at MSME locations, observation of the recording process, and interviews with business owners. The results of the study show that manual recording makes it difficult for owners to obtain data in real-time and in a structured manner. The implementation of Microsoft Access has proven to be able to simplify the recording flow so that it is more accessible and ultimately increases the efficiency of the data collection process in Soeka Dimsum MSMEs. This practical database solution enables MSME owners to make faster, data-driven business decisions while significantly reducing time spent on administrative tasks, thereby allowing more focus on core business operations and growth strategies.

Social media (SM) has become an omnipresent force in the lives of learners, teachers, and academic institutions worldwide. As digital platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok continue to evolve, they are increasingly being integrated into the educational sphere. This paper explores the potential of SM in economics education, reviewing the existing literature on its effectiveness in enhancing learner engagement, understanding, and learning outcomes. The researcher identifies best practices for integrating SM into economics curricula and discusses the challenges and limitations associated with its use. The data collection process involved searching for relevant scholarly articles using Scopus, ResearchGate, and Google Scholar from 2020 to 2024. A systematic review of literature on the role of social media (SM) in education was conducted using the PRISMA 2020 framework. The study included 45 peer-reviewed articles selected for comprehensive analysis. These articles encompassed a diverse range of contexts, including urban, rural, and international education systems. The systematic literature review for this study used thematic content analysis to examine a range of pertinent literature sources. Emerging from the analysis were the following themes, namely enhanced student engagement, improved understanding, real-time data analysis, collaborative learning, information overload, distractions, the digital divide, and intellectual property concerns. The study found that some teachers ban the use of mobile devices because they distract learners from learning, while learners believe that mobile SM enhances communication with peers and instructors. The study recommends that an ICT policy must be in place to manage and control SM for effective adoption.