Digital Era Research Articles

PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KRISTEN DALAM ERA AI: MENGGUNAKAN KECERDASAN BUATAN UNTUK PERSONALISASI PEMBELAJARAN SPIRITUAL

The digital era and the emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have presented a significant shift in teaching methods, including in the realm of Christian Religious Education (PAK). This article explores the integration of AI in PAK, with a focus on personalizing spiritual learning. Using a qualitative method with a literature study approach, this study analyzes current sources to understand the potential and challenges of using AI in the context of spiritual education. The results of the study show that AI offers significant opportunities to improve the quality and effectiveness of PAK through personalized learning, deeper analysis of religious texts, and wider access to educational resources. However, the application of AI also presents ethical challenges, including concerns about data privacy, the potential erosion of relational aspects in education, and the risk of widening the digital divide. The study emphasizes the importance of a balanced approach to integrating AI, which involves training educators, developing ethical frameworks, and ongoing theological reflection. In conclusion, while AI has transformative potential in PAKs, its application must be done carefully to ensure that technology supports, not replaces, important aspects of Christian religious education, including authentic character building and spiritual growth.

A Utilization of Marketing Strategies Through to Increase Sales of Umkm Member Products of The Wijaya Cfd Association In Sampang Regency

UMKM Actors, the use of digital marketing is the most appropriate solution to survive amidst technological developments. Utilization in conducting marketing or online transactions, the approach in this digital era is all technology-based services. One of the emerging technologies is the increasing activity through social networks. This study uses a descriptive quantitative method design, where the results are obtained to obtain information data. The research plan carried out by the researcher aims to find out what promotions are used by the CFD association in Sampang Regency. How social media can increase sales of MSMEs in the CFD Association. The results of the study are: (a) the results of the correlation coefficient test on the Entrepreneurial Characteristics variable (X1) against Business Success (Y) of 0.646; (b) the results of the correlation coefficient test on the Entrepreneurial Competence variable (X2) against Business Success (Y) of 0.734; and (c) Based on the results of data processing in the study, it can be seen that the Adjusted R Square determination coefficient value is 0.627, meaning 62.7% of the success of MSMEs in the CFD Association of Wijaya Regency. Lacquer

Blockchain Technology and Digital Copyright: Navigating Opportunities and Challenges in the New Digital Era

Blockchain Technology and Digital Copyright: Navigating Opportunities and Challenges in the New Digital Era

Methodological approach to assessing the digital infrastructure of the northern regions of the Russian Federation

The northern territories of Russia need high-quality strategic digital changes in the structure of the regional economy. Digitalization and the introduction of digital technologies in the medium term will be able to transform economic relations in the old industrial and raw materials regions of the North, improve the quality of life of local communities. The growth of digital inequality among the regions under study leads to disproportions in their socio-economic development. The purpose of this study is to develop and test a methodology for assessing the level of development of the digital infrastructure of the Russian northern regions, including classification of an indicators system for each level of digital infrastructure, calculation of an integral index and typology of the territories under study. The objects of the study were 13 northern regions of the Russian Federation, the entire territory of which is classified as regions of the Extreme North and equivalent areas. The methodology made it possible to determine the level of technical, technological and personnel readiness of the northern regions for digitalization, to identify regions with the best solutions at each level of digital infrastructure development. The analysis of the results in dynamics helped to assess the effectiveness of regional policy for managing digitalization processes. As a result, the authors came to the conclusion that increasing the competitiveness of northern regions in the era of rapid digitalization is possible through investments in human capital and the creation of a network of scientific and technological clusters. The presented approach to assessing the development of individual levels and elements of digital infrastructure will allow for the diagnosis of priority needs of territories under study in the field of digitalization. The results of the study can form the basis for regional policy in the field of sustainable digital development of Russia.

Study of Financial Digitalization for the Sharia Economy

This research discusses the urgency or importance and potential that can be explored from the study of financial digitalization for the sharia economy. Digitalization of sharia economic finance is very important in the digital economic era as an effort to increase public awareness and participation in the sharia financial system, as well as increasing sharia economic growth in Indonesia, where information and communication technology has become the main means of developing the sharia economy. The urgency of studying financial digitalization for the sharia economy lies in the ability of digital technology to increase access to sharia finance and increase public awareness about the importance of the sharia financial system. This research also shows that digitizing Islamic economic finance can help increase financial inclusion, as well as increase people's ability to manage their finances effectively. The method used in this research is a qualitative method, where this research method is supported by secondary data sourced from scientific writings both from journals, digital literature, books and articles published by mass media related to the research topic discussed so that it can then explain what the answer is to the problem formulation in this research. This research shows that the study of financial digitalization for the sharia economy is very important to increase public awareness and participation in the sharia financial system, as well as increasing sharia economic growth in Indonesia

Sharia Economic Perspective on Paylater Online Shopping Features in the Millennial Generation

In the current digital era, a new payment concept has emerged, namely Paylater. Paylater carries the concept of 'Buy now, pay later'. The Paylater feature is increasingly popular because it has entered the E-commerce (online shopping) market. The paylater feature is in demand by various groups, especially the millennial generation, because it makes it easier to shop online if you don't have money. However, the paylater feature also has a negative side that can build consumer behavior. This research analyzes and determines the sharia economic perspective on online shopping paylater features for the millennial generation. This research was conducted using qualitative and quantitative survey methods by analyzing respondents' answers to surveys distributed based on the respondents' experiences. The research results state that most of the millennial generation use the paylater feature to shop online. The millennial generation who tends to like shopping via E-commerce uses the paylater feature to make their lifestyle more consumptive and can develop a habit of borrowing. Paylater itself is said to be haram from a sharia economic perspective because it contains things that are prohibited in Islamic principles.

Incorporating Gamification in Second Language Learning: A Bibliometric Analysis

In the contemporary digital era, the utilization of gaming has emerged as a prevalent method for actively engaging students in the learning processes at various levels of academic curricula and within the broader educational community. This trend is particularly pronounced in English language teaching curricula, especially among learners whose mother tongue is not the English language. The judicious incorporation of gaming activities into courses pertaining to English as a second language (ESL) holds substantial promise for augmenting student learning, motivation, and knowledge acquisition across diverse disciplines. The present study conducts a bibliometric analysis focused on the utilization of gamification in ESL teaching and learning. The study's primary objective is to furnish a descriptive analysis of scholarly documents, authors, citations, and interconnections among authors. To achieve this objective, data extracted from the Scopus database are subjected to analysis. In addition to descriptive analyses, the extracted data undergo scrutiny using the VOSviewer software, facilitating the discernment of visual representations encompassing authors' interconnections, keywords connectedness and clusters indicative of research topics within the examined scholarly landscape. Using bibliometric analysis techniques, our investigation of the citation relationships among 61 publications has successfully identified two predominant themes influenced by gamification: language learning and student motivation. The discernible evidence of a rising number of publications focusing on gamification and ESL within the examined literature highlights the growing significance of this intersection. This study holds practical implications for serious game designers, English language educators, and educational institutions.

Pemanfaatan Metode Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) Dengan Arsitektur MobileNetV2 Untuk Penilaian Kelayakan Rumah

In the digitalization era, efforts to enhance efficiency and accuracy in assessing household eligibility for social assistance have become important. We plan to develop a household eligibility assessment system using convolutional neural network methods. Our system uses artificial intelligence to analyze uploaded house photos and provide eligibility assessments based on predefined criteria. The goal is to automate the assessment process, increase efficiency and accuracy, ensure social assistance is well-targeted, and reduce administrative workload. Through the implementation of this system, we hope to improve the effectiveness of social assistance and community development. The result of this research is a household eligibility assessment program that can be implemented in the future.

Redefining educational paradigms: Integrating generative AI into society 5.0 for sustainable learning outcomes

The digital era has ushered in significant advancements in Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI), particularly through Generative Models and Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, revolutionizing educational paradigms. This research, set against the backdrop of Society 5.0 and aimed at sustainable educational practices, utilizes qualitative analysis to explore the impact of Generative AI in various learning environments. It highlights the potential of LLMs to offer personalized learning experiences, democratize education, and enhance global educational outcomes. The study finds that Generative AI revitalizes learning methodologies and supports educational systems’ sustainability by catering to diverse learning needs and breaking down access barriers. In conclusion, the paper discusses the future educational strategies influenced by Generative AI, emphasizing the need for alignment with Society 5.0’s principles to foster adaptable and sustainable educational inclusion.

The Use of Information and Communication Technologies Among Generation X in Serbia: A Comparison Before and After the COVID-19 Pandemic

The aim of this paper is to examine the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) among Generation X in the years before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic brought significant changes in digital technology usage and accelerated shifts in work, communication, and societal functioning. Generation X, comprising individuals born between the 1960s and 1980s, grew up during a time when digital technologies and the internet were not as prevalent. Given that they now live and work in a digital era, it is crucial to understand how they adapt to the rapid changes driven by digitalization. For this research, microdata from the study "The Usage of Information and Communication Technology by Individuals/Households in the Republic of Serbia" was analyzed for the years 2019 and 2023. Results show a slight increase in internet and computer use, particularly among younger members of Generation X. Additionally, 2023 saw a noticeable rise in online shopping and the use of communication services that gained popularity during the lockdown. Regarding public administration services, respondents in 2023 primarily accessed services related to the pandemic, such as vaccine information and green certificates. However, a significant number of respondents, 49%, did not use public services in either 2019 or 2023, suggesting potential issues with trust or perceived complexity. The main contribution of this paper is a detailed analysis of this group's behavior before and after the pandemic, focusing on ICT use and responses to changes triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning-Based Solution of Cold Start Problem Using Collaborative Filtering Approach

In today’s digital era, the abundance of online services presents users with a daunting array of choices, spanning from streaming platforms to e-commerce websites, leading to decision fatigue. Recommendation algorithms play a pivotal role in aiding users in navigating this plethora of options, among which collaborative filtering (CF) stands out as a prevalent technique. However, CF encounters several challenges, including scalability issues, privacy implications, and the well-known cold start problem. This study endeavors to mitigate the cold start problem by harnessing the capabilities of natural language processing (NLP) applied to user-generated reviews. A unique methodology is introduced, integrating both supervised and unsupervised NLP approaches facilitated by sci-kit learn, utilizing benchmark datasets across diverse domains. This study offers scientific contributions through its novel approach, ensuring rigor, precision, scalability, and real-world relevance. It tackles the cold start problem in recommendation systems by combining natural language processing (NLP) with machine learning and collaborative filtering techniques, addressing data sparsity effectively. This study emphasizes reproducibility and accuracy while proposing an advanced solution that improves personalization in recommendation models. The proposed NLP-based strategy enhances the quality of user-generated content, consequently refining the accuracy of Collaborative Filtering-Based Recommender Systems (CFBRSs). The authors conducted experiments to test the performance of the proposed approach on benchmark datasets like MovieLens, Jester, Book-Crossing, Last.fm, Amazon Product Reviews, Yelp, Netflix Prize, Goodreads, IMDb (Internet movie Database) Data, CiteULike, Epinions, and Etsy to measure global accuracy, global loss, F-1 Score, and AUC (area under curve) values. Assessment through various techniques such as random forest, Naïve Bayes, and Logistic Regression on heterogeneous benchmark datasets indicates that random forest is the most effective method, achieving an accuracy rate exceeding 90%. Further, the proposed approach received a global accuracy above 95%, a global loss of 1.50%, an F-1 Score of 0.78, and an AUC value of 92%. Furthermore, the experiments conducted on distributed and global differential privacy (GDP) further optimize the system’s efficacy.

Digital Technologies in Client Relationships: Juxtaposing Organizational and Management Perspectives with Insights from Addiction Counseling Research

Digitalization is fundamentally reshaping the professional–client relationship and altering how professional services are organized, delivered, and used. However, understanding successful relationship-building practices in the digital era remains underdeveloped. We aim to address this gap in the following three steps. First, we map how digital technologies affect the professional–client relationship by reviewing the generalist organizational and management literature to identify four key contextual aspects as well as eight critical themes in that regard. Second, we identify critical generic practices to orchestrate professional–client relationships by reviewing leading addiction counseling research (a domain with indicative, sophisticated, and pertinent professional–client relationships). Thirdly, we juxtapose, synthesize, and consolidate the findings of the first two steps in a conceptual model that serves as a map to outline a future research agenda. We demonstrate our reasoning and the usability of the map by outlining four key tensions for future research in that regard.

Digital Accountability in Collaborative Public Governance in Times of Crisis: Analysing the Debate in a Polarized Social Forum

Accountability in collaborative public governance initiatives and in digital era governance is under‐researched, especially in the context of crisis and where issues are debated in a social forum. Accountability considerations are considered particularly important in collaborative governance arrangements, which are of growing relevance for delivering public services. This study, anchored in notions of digital accountability, analyzes debate in a social media forum about a collaborative governance initiative implemented during a crisis. The empirical case is the Austrian contact tracing app, a digital innovation considered key in managing the COVID‐19 pandemic. The study makes several contributions. First, it is one of the first to focus on the crucial role of debate in digital accountability in collaborative governance. Second, the study shows that the debate extends beyond the mere content of the innovation, highlighting the need to consider the ‘ecology’ of other (digital) tools, measures, and policies for crisis mitigation in parallel. Third, the study sheds light on the temporal dynamics of accountability in crisis response. The study contributes conceptually to an enhanced understanding of the expertise of actors in delivering and receiving digital public services. It also contributes to a management perspective of digital accountability, which is important given the potential implications for (non)acceptance of public sector innovations in crises and beyond. An enhanced understanding is possibly even more crucial for innovations requiring citizen co‐production in sensitive areas such as health.

Peran Al-Quran dan Hadist dalam Pembentukan Etika Sosial di Era Digital

This article discusses the importance of the Al-Quran and Hadith as the main sources of Islamic teachings in shaping social ethics in the digital era. In the context of continuously developing technology, the main challenge faced is how to integrate moral values ​​originating from the Koran and Hadith into everyday life which is increasingly influenced by digital media. The Koran provides a strong moral foundation, including respecting individual rights and maintaining justice, while the Hadith of the Prophet Muhammad SAW provides concrete examples of how to apply these teachings in social life. This article examines the relevance of these teachings in dealing with phenomena such as cyberbullying, hate speech, and other challenges in digital interactions. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a focus on literature study as the main methodology. The research results show that a deep understanding of the Al-Quran and Hadith is important for developing strategies to overcome the complexity of social ethics in the digital era, which allows Muslims to maintain noble values ​​in social interactions in an increasingly connected virtual world.

Analisis Peran Kepemimpinan Digital dan Budaya Organisasi dalam Meningkatkan Kinerja Karyawan: Tinjauan Literatur Sistematis

The digital era has brought significant changes in organizations, creating a need for effective digital leadership, and adaptation in organizational culture. This transformation not only affects technological aspects, but also impacts how organizations operate. This systematic literature review aims to explore the role of digital leadership and organizational culture that have implications for improvement employee performance in the digital era. Through the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, this study analyzes recent literature on digital leadership, organizational culture, and employee performance in the context of digital transformation. The SLR method is conducted through systematic searches in academic database, study selection based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, data extraction, and synthesis of findings. The results of the review show that digital leadership plays a crucial role in facilitating organizational adaptation to new technologies and driving innovation. Organizational culture that supports digitalization has been found to have a positive impact on employee performance. The interaction between digital leadership and organizational culture creates an environment conducive to increasing productivity, creativity, and employee engagement. Keywords: Transformation, leadership, innovation, and productivity.

Pengaruh E-Commerce Terhadap Pola Pengeluaran Keuangan di Era Ekonomi Digital

This research uses quantitative methods which aim to analyze the impact of trade on financial expenditure patterns in the digital economy era. Does e-commerce have an influence or not on financial spending patterns in the digital economy era? This data analysis technique involves distributing questionnaires via Google Form on social media, namely WhatsApp, which is used to collect data. The research results show that e-commerce has a better influence on financial spending patterns.

The Nexus Between Digital Technology, Innovation, Entrepreneurship Education, and Entrepreneurial Intention and Entrepreneurial Motivation: A Systematic Literature Review

Entrepreneurship Education (EE) is renowned for developing students’ managerial aptitudes, skills, and ideas for self-reliance. The inclusion of digital technology and innovation in EE is necessary to enhance Entrepreneurial Intention (EI) and Entrepreneurial Motivation (EM) for technological revolution and economic development. The aim of the systematic literature review is to (i) identify the current study on digital technologies, innovation, EE, EI, and EM, (ii) highlight how digital technology and innovation shape EE to achieve EI and motivation among students, and (iii) offer new advice on the future EE in a digital era. A search strategy was instituted to ascertain the required publications from Scopus, Web of Science, DOAJ, IEEE, ProQuest, SAGE Journals, Taylor & Francis, and Wiley. The publications were between 2010 and 2024, with no language restrictions. Out of the 108 identified publications from the search, 69 publications representing 54 separate papers were used in the review. Digital transformation in EE requires significant studies to determine its role in economic development and job creation. This review identified several themes in the publications, such as innovation, motivation, skills development, digital technology, EE’s impact, and factors of EE. The sustainability and future expectations of EE through digital technology and innovation are highlighted in the review. The study identified several findings, such as factors depriving EE, such as experience, investment, teachers, infrastructure, technology, market size, government, competition, culture, and funds. Further findings are a strategic vision of EE through policies to embrace innovation and digital technology practices and to achieve EM and EI. Also, the selected papers for the review are current publications at 61.1%, the quantitative method at 42.3% and journal articles at 88.9%. It is prudent to review EE’s appropriateness in a digital and innovative environment and to identify the impact on EM and EI among students.

Analisis Message Appeals Terhadap Purchase Intention Melalui Brand Awareness Sebagai Variabel Mediasi

In the digital era, social media plays a very important role in selling beauty products. Displaying creative and innovative advertisements can increase purchase interest and improve the image of the product to be recognized by many people. This study aims to determine the effect of message appeals and brand awareness on purchase intention, as well as how the influence of brand awareness in mediating the relationship between message appeals and purchase intention in consumers of the originote products in the city of Sukabumi. This study uses quantitative research methods with a causal descriptive approach. The sampling technique in this study used probability sampling method, namely purposive random sampling with a total of 155 people in the city of Sukabumi who are interested in buying the originote skincare products. The data analysis technique used in this study is structural equation modeling (sem) using partial least square (pls). The results of this study indicate that there is a positive and significant effect of message appeals on brand awareness, a positive and significant effect of brand awareness on purchase intention and message appeals have a negative and insignificant effect on purchase intention on potential consumers of the originote product in the city of Sukabumi.

Strategi Memikat Hati Publik; Membentuk Citra dan Opini Publik di Lembaga Pendidikan Islam

In an increasingly complex digital era, Islamic educational institutions face the challenge of building a positive image and favorable public opinion. This study aims to analyze effective strategies for shaping the image and public opinion of Islamic educational institutions, with the research questions: what is meant by building image and public opinion in the context of Islamic educational institutions, and what strategies can be implemented to foster public trust? The methodology employed is a literature review, including tool preparation and critical analysis of relevant literature. The findings indicate that building a positive image requires high integrity, quality service, trusted leadership, and the application of educational exhibitions as an effective communication medium. Six main strategies that can be implemented include honesty in communication, provision of quality services, strengthening leadership, developing human resources, applying competitive strategies, and utilizing educational exhibitions. Success in building a positive image not only enhances the institution's reputation but also contributes to increased attractiveness and public trust, enabling Islamic educational institutions to establish harmonious relationships with the community and support sustainable institutional growth. This research is expected to provide insights for the managers of Islamic educational institutions in implementing appropriate strategies.

Analisis Sistem Pengawasan MUI Terhadap Sertifikat Halal pada UMKM di Kota Surakarta

This study aims to analyze the role of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) in supervising the halal certification process for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Surakarta City. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, involving MSME actors, MUI Surakarta officers, and a number of related documents. The results of the study indicate that MUI has an important role in ensuring the halalness of products and increasing consumer confidence. Initially, halal certification was issued by MUI Surakarta, but now the authority has been transferred to the Halal Product Guarantee Organizing Agency (BPJPH) under the Ministry of Religion. However, MUI still has a role in supervision through its fatwas and monitoring of products in circulation. MSMEs in Surakarta face challenges in obtaining halal certification, such as limited resources and knowledge of certification procedures. However, halal certification not only benefits consumers, but also producers, because products with a halal label can increase customer trust and loyalty. The effectiveness of the MUI supervision system in Surakarta already has a strong foundation, but there is still a need for improvement, especially in facing the challenges of the digital era and dynamic regulatory changes. This study presents a new approach with a focus on the analysis of the MUI supervision system for halal certification of MSMEs in Surakarta based on product identification, type, nature, and characteristics. The final result is that the role of MUI in facilitating and supervising the halal certification process is very important to improve the effectiveness of supervision and facilitate MSME access to halal certification. This study provides valuable insights for policy makers and halal industry players in improving the effectiveness of supervision and facilitating MSME access to halal certification.