Political Science Faculty Research Articles

Analysis of Max Weber's Perspective on the Dynamics of First-Time Voter Participation in the 2024 Presidential Election (A Case Study on Students of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Slamet Riyadi University)

The presidential election is a significant political event in Indonesia that involves all voters, including young voters. Students, as first-time voters, play an essential role in casting their votes in the presidential election. However, research on the profiles and factors influencing first-time student voters' decisions remains limited. This study analyzes the dynamics of first-time voters' participation in the 2024 Presidential Election using Max Weber's social action theory. Employing a qualitative approach, the study focuses on students from the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Slamet Riyadi University (UNISRI), as the research subjects. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, non-participant observation, and document studies. The main findings reveal that emotional and value-oriented actions dominate the political participation of first-time voters. Social media significantly shapes emotional narratives and issues relevant to the younger generation, while the campus environment fosters rational-instrumental actions through critical discussions. Family traditions also play a crucial role in shaping the political decisions of first-time voters. The implications of this study highlight the importance of social media-based political education to enhance critical and value-driven political participation.

Actualization of Fisip Unila’s Partnership with Atpusi Lampung Province Through Personal Rebranding Training for Librarians in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

Abstract: In the contemporary landscape characterized by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), the profession of librarianship is experiencing a noteworthy transformation, thereby necessitating a re-evaluation and re-branding of the role in order to maintain its relevance. Librarians are transitioning from their traditional role as custodians of physical books to emerging as essential stakeholders in the domains of digital literacy, privacy, and information ethics. They currently fulfill the roles of information strategists, data analysts, and educators, demonstrating proficiency in navigating intricate digital environments. Notwithstanding these advancements, public perception frequently remains outdated, perceiving librarians primarily as engaged in rudimentary administrative activities. This stereotype inhibits the recognition of their extensive contributions to society. Re-branding initiatives center on emphasizing the evolving roles of librarians, which encompass the management of comprehensive digital resources and the promotion of critical information literacy within the context of the artificial intelligence era. The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) at the University of Lampung (Unila), in conjunction with the Association of Indonesian Political Science Students (ATPUSI), has commenced the implementation of training programs aimed at facilitating the re-branding efforts of the institution. These initiatives aim to enhance the digital competencies of librarians and transform public perceptions by positioning them as crucial facilitators in the process of knowledge dissemination. The results of the training indicate a significant enhancement in participants' comprehension of personal re-branding, thereby suggesting the efficacy of these initiatives in preparing librarians with the requisite skills for a future increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence. Keywords: librarian re-branding, artificial intelligence (AI) era, librarian skill improvement.

Actualization of Fisip Unila’s Partnership with Atpusi Lampung Province Through Personal Rebranding Training for Librarians in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

Abstract: In the contemporary landscape characterized by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), the profession of librarianship is experiencing a noteworthy transformation, thereby necessitating a re-evaluation and re-branding of the role in order to maintain its relevance. Librarians are transitioning from their traditional role as custodians of physical books to emerging as essential stakeholders in the domains of digital literacy, privacy, and information ethics. They currently fulfill the roles of information strategists, data analysts, and educators, demonstrating proficiency in navigating intricate digital environments. Notwithstanding these advancements, public perception frequently remains outdated, perceiving librarians primarily as engaged in rudimentary administrative activities. This stereotype inhibits the recognition of their extensive contributions to society. Re-branding initiatives center on emphasizing the evolving roles of librarians, which encompass the management of comprehensive digital resources and the promotion of critical information literacy within the context of the artificial intelligence era. The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) at the University of Lampung (Unila), in conjunction with the Association of Indonesian Political Science Students (ATPUSI), has commenced the implementation of training programs aimed at facilitating the re-branding efforts of the institution. These initiatives aim to enhance the digital competencies of librarians and transform public perceptions by positioning them as crucial facilitators in the process of knowledge dissemination. The results of the training indicate a significant enhancement in participants' comprehension of personal re-branding, thereby suggesting the efficacy of these initiatives in preparing librarians with the requisite skills for a future increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence.Keywords: librarian re-branding, artificial intelligence (AI) era, librarian skill improvement.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.61436/bsscd/v3i1.pp08-18

Digital Navigation and Fact-Checking Practices Among First-Time Voters: A Digital Ethnographic Study of Social Science Students in Bengkulu, Indonesia

The participation of first-time voters in Indonesia's 2024 General Election presents new challenges in the digital era, particularly regarding digital literacy to counter misinformation and hoaxes. This study aims to identify the digital literacy skills of students from the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP), University of Bengkulu, in addressing political misinformation. Utilizing a digital ethnographic method with a qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and document analysis involving eight first-time voters aged 17–19 years. The findings reveal that social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter are the primary sources of political information, despite their vulnerability to hoaxes. Respondents demonstrated basic skills in identifying false information, such as fact-checking through applications and engaging in group discussions. However, they were also exposed to algorithmic echo chambers that amplify information biases. The study concludes that strong digital literacy skills can enhance responsible political participation. Strengthening digital literacy programs is essential to support the integrity of democracy.

„Niepodległość Nasza i Wasza. W 106. rocznicę Święta Niepodległości Polski i Łotwy (11 i 18 listopada 1918 r.)” – projekt realizowany przez studentów i pracowników Wydziału Politologii i Dziennikarstwa w Rydze (Łotwa)

‘Our Independence and Yours. On the 106th anniversary of the Independence Day of Poland and Latvia (11 and 18 November 1918)’. - project carried out by students and staff of the Faculty of Political Science and Journalism in Riga (Latvia).

STIGMA – GASLIGHTING SEMANTICS: LANGUAGE, MANIPULATION AND CULTURAL STEREOTYPES IN GEORGIA

The present article concerns the issues of linguistic semantics in the context of gaslighting mobilized through the cultural stereotypes widely accepted in Georgia. Empirical material was obtained from the students of Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University (Faculty of Humanities, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences). The theoretical framework of the study is linguistic semantics, in particular, Leech’s theory of meaning. The value of the study is in its focus on the unconscious form of gaslighting which is widespread in different social contexts. Despite the growing interest in mental health and psychological manipulation, the fact that unconscious gaslighting, which often remains unnoticed, is no less harmful than conscious, preplanned manipulation, is often neglected. The study shows that most respondents had personally experienced a negative influence of gaslighting especially when they were criticized and shamed by older generation in Georgia. Specific cases of gaslighting are mostly related to gender and cultural issues (politics, religion) and contribute to stigmatization. The analysis of empirical material demonstrates that certain semantic changes are observed in such discourse. In particular, the social meaning of the lexical units used by the speaker (manipulator) acquires affective connotation, which has a negative influence on the listener’s (victim’s) self-confidence and makes them question correctness of their perceptions. The study also demonstrates that the Georgian youth is aware of the above manipulations, can identify them and is less susceptible to the negative influence of gaslighting.

Exploring the Relationship between Leadership Style and Local Culture to the Formation of Student Character and Personality at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences

Exploring the Relationship between Leadership Style and Local Culture to the Formation of Student Character and Personality at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences

Implementation of E-learning Based on Virtual Class Using Asynchronous Learning Method in Taxation Course at University of Lampung

Virtual Class is a learning media utilized by lecturers in uploading materials, assignments, discussions in learning and utilized by students in downloading materials, collecting assignments or asking questions about courses. Learning using technology-based e-learning aims to increase creativity, effectiveness, interactivity, and learning efficiency. The Asynchronous Learning method allows students to be able to work on group assignments, as well as independent assignments, and review material that has been learned in class in a virtual way. This research aims to explore the extent to which Virtual Class learning media at Lampung University can be optimized as an implementation of e-learning-based learning methods in Taxation courses. The method used in this research is descriptive quantitative, with data collection through questionnaires and data analysis using simple percentages. The number of respondents involved in this study were 127 students who took taxation courses at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, University of Lampung. The results of the study are presented and explained in the form of a simple distribution table. The findings of this study indicate that the application of e-learning in taxation courses through V-Class at Lampung University can be considered optimal and has a positive impact.

Increasing Community Participation in the Supervision of Regional Head Elections in Balamoa Village, Pangkah District, Tegal Regency in 2024

The general election of regional heads as one of the manifestations of democracy is one of the national agendas that requires serious attention from various parties. Community participation in making this event a success is something that should not be ignored. One form of community participation is to supervise the election process. Effective participatory supervision is expected to be able to realize quality regional elections, so that the leaders produced really meet the expectations of the entire community.To increase community participation in the supervision of elections, the faculty of social and political sciences of Pancasakti Tegal University conducted community service in Balamoa Village, Pangkah Tegal District, which was attended by community leaders, village officials, using the method of lectures and discussions.The result of this community service activity is the awareness and determination of the Balamoa Community to supervise the election process in Tegal Regency, marked by a statement of attitude in the form of an integrity pact to realize safe, peaceful and quality elections.

The Effect of the Application of the Problem-Based Learning Model on Communication Problem Solving Ability in Students of the Communication Study Program FISIP UNAS Jakarta

Problem-based Learning (PBL) is a learning method where students are faced with problems that exist in society in real life, to then be used as a trigger in learning. PBL is seen as more effective than the conventional curriculum, which only relies on lectures and practicums. Learning activities in PBL include expert lectures, discussions in small groups, practicum in the laboratory, and clinical skills practicum. Through this activity, it is hoped that students can achieve satisfactory learning achievements, considering that the concept carried by this system is so ideal. Problembased learningg is learning with an approach oriented to a constructivistic view that contains contextual characteristics, collaborative, metacognitive thinking, and facilitates problem solving. Students are able to learn meaningfully that can develop higher-order thinking skills through problem solving. Through this learning, it is hoped that it can increase understanding of meaning, increase independence, increase the development of higher-level thinking skills, increase motivation, facilitate relationships between students and improve skills in building teamwork when solving problems and finding solutions. The design of this study uses a quantitative approach with a survey method through the distribution of questionnaires to communication students of the Communication Psychology course. The results of the research can be used as reference to universities, especially the Communication Study Program, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, UNAS Jakarta, to implement The problem-based learning model plays an active role in the learning process, especially in this independent curriculum.

Experiential Learning in the “First in the Nation” Primary State: Efficacy and Impact of a Political Science Educational Experience

In January 2016 and 2020, political science faculty and students traveled to New Hampshire for the run-up to the state’s “first in the nation” presidential primaries. For ten days, students met with presidential primary candidates, and discussed the context and content of the election with state officials, campaign operatives, and media professionals. These first-hand experiences, accompanied by faculty lectures and class discussions, helped students gain a better understanding of presidential primary campaigns as part of an experiential learning course on political campaigns and communication. Utilizing Kolb’s experiential learning theory, our work explores how students were impacted by the unique experiential learning experience. Specifically, we hypothesize that this course can lead students to become better citizens who think and act in ways that are normatively desirable in a democracy. Data supports our hypotheses; when compared to students not enrolled in an experiential learning version of the course, our experiential learning subjects were more likely to be politically engaged, to have trust in individual politicians, to be more efficacious about citizens’ ability to impact politics, and to be more politically ambitious.

Analysing influential factors in e-learning technology acceptance for digital learning effectiveness enhancement

This study aims to discover the factors that influence the acceptance of electronic learning media and its effect on the effectiveness of digital instruction. The study involved a learning management system and online tutorials using management system (MS) teams from various faculties at the Universitas Terbuka. These include the Faculty of Economics and Business, the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, the Faculty of Science and Technology, and the Faculty of Law, Social Sciences, and Political Sciences. also conducted in three regional offices in Ambon, Gorontalo and Makassar, which were selected through purposive sampling. Primary data sources include participant questionnaires and interviews. Analytical methods include correlation and multiple regression analysis, with descriptive statistics used to summarize the dataset. Variable selection involves reliability and validity tests and classical assumption tests like multicollinearity. The F-test demonstrates a statistically significant and beneficial influence of utilizing e-learning media and individual ability, training, and intention to use it for digital learning success. The results of ttests and regression models provide empirical evidence supporting the significant effect of e-learning media and intention to use on the effectiveness of digital learning. However, variables related to training and ability do not show any significant influence.

Pengolahan dan Pemanfaatan Sampah Rumah Tangga di Lingkungan Desa Tanjung Baru Kecamatan Indralaya Utara Kabupaten Ogan Ilir

The waste problem in Tanjung Baru Village is not a disaster if waste management is managed properly. Good waste management must of course have good environmental management wisdom as well. Environmental wisdom can be seen from how humans treat; objects, plants, animals, and anything around them. This is what is then called ecological intelligence, namely how a person's understanding and knowledge are in understanding their environmental ecosystem, so that they can care about the environment they live in. Therefore, the village asked the PKM team of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Sriwijaya University to provide some kind of guidance to the people of Tanjung Baru Village in utilizing household waste. The low level of public understanding regarding the utilization of household waste causes household waste to be simply thrown away. Household waste processing that has not received the touch of processing technology. This can be seen from the absence of households that process household waste into useful processed products. Efforts to transfer information on household waste processing and utilization technology through this PkM activity have resulted in increasing the motivation and attraction of the community to carry out an environmental care movement by processing and utilizing the household waste produced. The people of Tanjung Baru Village have started to select organic and non-organic waste. Organic waste such as vegetables and leaves are processed into organic fertilizer, while leftover food is given to pets such as chickens and ducks. For non-organic waste, it is collected and sold to collectors of used goods and some are reused for home decorations, for example plastic bottles used as a medium for planting vegetables.

Work Readiness Reviewed From Proactive Personality And Psychological Capital

Several factors, including proactive personality and psychological capital, influence work readiness. This study examines the influence of proactive personality and psychological capital on work readiness with a quantitative approach. The subjects of the study are final-year students from the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences at Mulawarman University, consisting of cohorts from 2016-2021, selected using a random sampling technique. The data are collected through scales of work readiness, proactive personality, and psychological capital. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression. The collected data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Science (S.P.S.S.) program version 26.0 for Windows. This study's results indicate a significant influence of proactive personality and psychological capital on work readiness, as shown by the major hypothesis results: F = 21.291, R² = 0.428, and p = 0.000. This study concludes that there is a significant influence between proactive personality and psychological capital on work readiness.

Replicating “Language Matters”: Taking Baselines into Account

Abstract This study evaluates the visibility of French-speaking scholars in Canadian political science by analyzing the reading materials assigned in Canadian politics courses. Extending Daoust et al.'s (2022) research, we establish a baseline for their calculations and build an original dataset gathered from all political science departments’ websites and Google Scholar. Our analysis based on three assumptions about the expected academic representation of francophones—Canada's linguistic composition, the makeup of political science departments and faculty members’ productivity—reveals a discrepancy favouring anglophone scholars by up to four percentage points. Our findings extend Daoust et al.'s (2022) contribution by highlighting a similar language-based bias in overall citation practices among Canadian scholars, with French-speaking authors being significantly under-cited compared to their English-speaking counterparts despite demonstrating higher levels of overall productivity. Implications for the future of the discipline are also discussed.

Mapping the SDG 4 Process: Algorithmic Literacy Among Students of the University of Sarajevo

Utilizing a mixed-method approach, this research aims to evaluate algorithmic literacy among students at the University of Sarajevo - Faculty of Political Sciences and the Faculty of Philosophy (BIH), and to assess the possibilities for improving existing practices of media and information literacy (MIL) integration. The central research question investigates how current MIL educational strategies influence students' awareness and understanding of the roles algorithms play in the digital transformation of a society striving for sustainable development. Therefore, the study encompasses a descriptive method of holistic approach elements: strategic documents, MIL book edition and MOOC modules. Subsequently, a thematic analysis of ten qualitative interviews with students further explores their experiences, attitudes, and perceptions regarding information, media, and algorithms. The research results offer insights into the potential of MIL education to support algorithmic literacy and its potential contribution to sustainable development, particularly focusing on SDG 4 - Quality Education. By aligning its findings with the objectives of a universally applicable goal, this study not only addresses the context of algorithmic literacy as an integral component of quality education but also serves as a step towards advancing the interconnectedness of open education and artificial intelligence.

The Influence of Digital Marketing and Service Quality on Customer Loyalty among Gojek Users (Case Study of FISIP Students at Riau University)

This research aims to identify and analyze the influence of digital marketing and service quality on customer loyalty among Gojek users, with a focus on students at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) at Riau University. The research method used was a survey using a questionnaire distributed to respondents who were Gojek users among FISIP students at Riau University. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression. The results of this research show that digital marketing has a significant influence on customer loyalty among Gojek users among FISIP students at Riau University. Apart from that, service quality also has a significant influence on customer loyalty among Gojek users among FISIP students at Riau University. Thus, it can be concluded that both digital marketing and service quality have an important role in forming customer loyalty on the Gojek platform among FISIP students at Riau University. It is hoped that the findings from this research can contribute to the development of digital marketing strategies and improve service quality for Gojek and other similar companies in increasing customer loyalty, especially among FISIP students at Riau University and can also be a reference for further research in the same field.

The Influence of Online Customer Reviews and Online Customer Ratings on Purchasing Decisions on the Lazada Marketplace (Study of FISIP Students, University of Riau Using the Lazada Application)

The development of technology and the internet has changed the consumer paradigm in making purchases, especially through online platforms such as Lazada. This research aims to examine the influence of online customer reviews and ratings on purchasing decisions on the Lazada marketplace, with a focus on students at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, University of Riau who use the Lazada application. The research method used was a survey via questionnaire distributed to 300 student respondents. Data analysis was carried out using multiple linear regression techniques to test the research hypothesis. The research results show that online customer reviews and online customer ratings have a significant influence on purchasing decisions at Lazada. This shows that online customer reviews and ratings play an important role in shaping buyers' perceptions of the products offered on the platform.

The Student Perceptions About Current Military Education Discourse for University Students

This study aims to determine how students and the public respond to news about military education by taking locations at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Sam Ratulangi University, Manado. The research used in this study is a qualitative approach 50 Student. This type of research uses a qualitative descriptive type, where researchers describe or construct in-depth interviews with research subjects. Researchers act as activists who give critical meaning to the reality produced by research subjects. Qualitative research procedures in the data collection process direct interviews with researchers with informants also required data regarding informants who would assist in the smooth running of the research; the research determination technique was purposive sampling in which the researcher determined the selection by setting specific criteria according to the research objectives so that it expected to be able to answer research problems.

Spelling Errors in Student Articles in the Online Journal of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, University of Riau, Edition I January-June 2022

Spelling Errors in Student Articles in the Online Journal of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, University of Riau, Edition I January-June 2022