Gowa Regency Research Articles

Counselling and training on making processed pudding and juice from Siamese pumpkin to reduce high blood pressure

Hypertension is a major risk factor for death. People with hypertension continue to increase from year to year in various ages caused by various factors that affect the incidence of hypertension due to lifestyle and low potassium intake. The potassium content in chayote is known to have a diuretic effect so that it can reduce salt levels in the blood through urinary excretion. If left untreated it can affect all organ systems and can arise other diseases such as atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, heart failure, stroke, and kidney failure. The type of service used is descriptive approach service that aims to educate and train the community on how to process and the benefits of chayote to reduce high blood pressure. The entire service population is people living in Halahalaya Hamlet, Kanreapia Village, Tombolo Pao District, Gowa Regency, totaling 30 respondents. The methods carried out in this program are counselling and demonstration. From the results of data analysis, it is known that there was an increase in knowledge before counselling was given and after counselling was given with an average value of 49.33 before counselling, then increased to 64.67 after counselling. The community needs to utilize existing assets such as the processing of chayote as a traditional medicine that can reduce hypertension.

Validation of biomedical processes in the Indonesian Health Survey Sungguminasa Census Block, South Sulawesi

The implementation of this validation aims to investigate the implementation of the field laboratory process of the 2023 Sungguminasa SKI Census Block, Gowa Regency, South Sulawesi. Biomedical process validation is an important step in ensuring sample safety and data validation of SKI 2023. This validation methodology involves observing the implementation of biomedical examinations, dental and oral health of respondents and interviews with medical personnel. The validation results show that the implementation of the biomedical process is quite smooth. The response of respondents was quite good, evidenced by the presence of 28 respondents out of 39 respondents who received informed consent. However, from the officer's side, there was non-compliance with the SOP for dental and oral health examination, such as not encouraging respondents to rinse their mouth and not using lighting according to the inspection SOP standards. This validation process also identifies several recommendations for the smooth implementation of biomedical examinations and dental and oral health, among others, the administrative process and filling out the form/file for the completeness of biomedical examinations by the enumerator team takes a long time, so there is often a time gap between respondents. Therefore, it is recommended that this filling process should be carried out before field laboratory activities begin. In addition, it is necessary to update and socialize SOPs in Dental and Oral Health examinations to local medical personnel.

Utilization of iodized salt in Halahalaya Hamlet, Kanreapia Village, Gowa Regency

Salt is a dietary supplement and source of electrolytes for the human body. Salt contains iodine. Iodine is a trace mineral that must be present in the body to form thyroid hormones and is beneficial for the body's metabolism. Iodine deficiency leads to goiter disease at various stages, slows growth in children and adults, as well as lowers labour productivity. The purpose of this service activity is to find out the use of iodized salt in Halahalaya Hamlet, Kanreapia Village. This type of service is an observational activity with a population consisting of heads of households in 92 households in Halahalaya Village. Data on the use of iodized salt were collected through interviews and direct observation using questionnaires. The results of the service showed that out of 92 households, 87 households (94.6%) used packaged salt labelled iodine, 5 households (5.4%) did not use packaged salt labelled iodine, iodine test results of 12 households were white (13.0%). ), light purple iodine test results in 20 households (21.7%), dark purple iodine test results in 60 households (65.2%). The conclusion of the service is that the availability of iodized salt in Halahalaya Hamlet, Kanreapia Village is sufficient, but there is still a lack of community understanding of the use of good iodized salt, therefore cross-disciplinary cooperation is needed to a growing community knowledge.

Collaboration training: Composting organic waste with Karang Taruna and Kanreapia Youth Organization

Globally, waste production continues to increase along with population growth and consumption. This has caused serious problems related to waste management in many areas. Including in Halahalaya Hamlet, Kanreapia Village where waste that is not managed properly can threaten human health, the environment and the sustainability of natural resources. To reduce the accumulation of waste, the community needs to be empowered and equipped with waste processing methods with the younger generation as their representatives. So that this is the goal to be achieved in this activity. The methods used in this program are counselling and demonstration. All training participants are members of two internal organizations, namely Karang Taruna and IPMAH Kanreapia Organization who live in Halahalaya Hamlet, Kanreapia Village, Tombolo Pao District, Gowa Regency, with a total of 9 people. Data analysis was carried out descriptively by looking at the average pre and post test scores. From the results of the analysis, it was concluded that there was an increase in knowledge before counselling was given and after counselling, where before counselling with an average value of 47.78 then after counselling became 62.22, this showed the success of counselling on the use of organic waste carried out.

Transformation of SMEs: Strengthening Entrepreneurship and Product Innovation as Key Drivers of Business Evolution

The important role of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in driving economic growth requires a deep understanding of the factors that influence their performance. The number of samples in this study was 175 respondents, processed using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method through the AMOS (Analysis of Moment Structure) program. This research explores the dynamics of entrepreneurial competence and product innovation as the main determinants of SME success. In the context of SMEs that have survived for two years in Gowa Regency, South Sulawesi, this research reveals that increasing entrepreneurial competence has a positive impact on business performance. Simultaneously, effective product innovation is proven to make a significant contribution to superior business outcomes. This study also highlights the mediating role of the market environment, demonstrating its influence on the relationship between entrepreneurial competence, product innovation, and business performance. These findings provide valuable insights for policy makers, educators and business actors who aim to increase the competitiveness and adaptability of SMEs amidst rapid business change.

Pembelajaran Discovery Learning Dan Berpikir Kritis Pada Mata Pelajaran IPS Peserta Didik Sekolah Dasar

The aim of this study was to investigate the implementation of Discovery Learning in fostering critical thinking skills among fifth-grade students in Social Studies at SD Inpres Pangkabinanga, Pallangga District, Gowa Regency. Additionally, it sought to determine the forms of development of critical thinking skills among these students. The research employed a qualitative descriptive method, utilizing data collection techniques such as interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis involved data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The findings revealed that the implementation of Discovery Learning in fostering critical thinking skills among fifth-grade students at SD Inpres Pangkabinanga was generally effective, though there were shortcomings in the reflection stage. The development of critical thinking skills among these students was gradually progressing and well-realized during the stages of Discovery Learning, with indicators including communication, creativity, problem-solving, openness, argumentation, confidence, analytical thinking, and rational and logical thinking. However, some indicators of skill development were not optimal due to factors such as shyness, lack of interest, or excessive joking among some students. Nevertheless, these issues could be addressed by teachers through motivating and maintaining classroom focus during the learning process. Notably, students demonstrated good proficiency in argumentation, problem-solving, analytical thinking, and rational and logical thinking, while areas needing improvement included communication, openness, creativity, and confidence.

Pemberdayaan Desa dengan Keunikan Kemasan Produk pada “One Village One Product” di Kecamatan Bontomarannu

Although faced with various problems, MSMEs in Indonesia have increased every year, in 2021 MSMEs numbered 63, 955, 369 units and in 2022 the number reached 8.71 million units. The partners of this activity are fostered MSMEs in three villages, namely Romang Lompoa, Balang-Balang, and Borongloe Villages, Bontomarannu District, Gowa Regency. The urgency of this activity is to minimise difficulties in marketing, intense business competition The solution given to overcome partner problems is to improve the quality of product packaging for fostered partners and increase sales of fostered partner products. The solution given to overcome partner problems is to improve the quality of product packaging of fostered partners and increase sales of fostered partner products.

MANAGEMENT NUTRITION FULFILLMENT OF NON CASH FOOD ASSISTANCE (BPNT)

Backround: The Non-Cash Food Assistance Program (BPNT) is a type of direct community assistance to provide basic necessities with the aim of allowing people to consume better food and nutrition.
 Objective: This study aims to management nutrition fullfillment of Non Cash Food Assitance (BPNT). 
 Method: This research usesmix method. The population in this study were all households receiving the Gowa Regency Non-Cash Food Assistance Program (BPNT).
 Result: In this research, recipients of non-cash food assistance (BPNT) have utilized family food access assistance by >50% or around 329 people, and there are still 21 people (4.64%) who have not maximized BPNT for family food access. 100% of recipients receive BPNT of <Rp. 300,000/month and allocate <Rp. 300,000 for purchasing food/food.
 Conclusion: Basically, the distribution of BPNT in Gowa Regency has an impact on improving welfare and fulfilling the economy as well as meeting basic needs, especially food.

Pengaruh Penggunaan Media Cerita Bergambar Terhadap Keterampilan Membaca Pemahaman Siswa Sekolah Dasar

This research aims to determine the effect of using picture story media on the reading comprehension skills of class III students at SD Inpres Laloasa, Parigi District, Gowa Regency. This type of research is Quasi Experimental Design research and is a quantitative type of research. The sample in this study was 19 students. Data collection techniques were carried out using learning results tests and observation sheets. The data analysis technique in this research is descriptive data analysis technique and T-Test. The research results showed that reading comprehension skills before implementing picture story media in the pretest had an average score of 45.7. Meanwhile, the posttest increased with an average score of 86.8. The results of the t-test analysis regarding the influence of picture story media on both interest and student learning outcomes show that the significance value obtained is good, namely the effect of picture story media on reading comprehension skills (Sig = 0.011) is smaller than the alpha value set at 0, 05 (0.011 < 0.05). Based on the results obtained, it can be concluded that Ho is rejected and H1 is accepted which states that there is an influence of the use of picture story media on the reading comprehension skills of class III students at SD Inpres Laloasa, Parigi District, Gowa Regency.

The Importance of Community Legal Awareness in Land Registration

This study aims to determine and analyze the level of legal awareness of the community in Manuju District, Gowa Regency in registering their land, to find out the factors that influence the community in Manuju District, Gowa Regency in registering their land. This research uses empirical method. The research location is in Manuju District, Gowa Regency. The results of this study indicate that the level of public legal awareness in the context of land registration in Manuju District, Gowa Regency can be said to be sufficient. Judged from several aspects, namely sufficient in legal knowledge, legal understanding, legal attitudes, and community behavior. The inhibiting factors for the community in Manuju District, Gowa Regency in registering their land are lack of understanding of the functions and uses of land certificates, thinking that the land registration process takes a long time, the costs incurred in the land management process and tax payments, the supporting factors for the community in registering their land are that it can create a sense of security, obtain legal protection, can be used as strong evidence in the eyes of the law, increase selling value, and improve the community's economy, and facilitate the transfer of rights. The government should more often conduct socialization about the importance of registering land, the community should ask the local government or use the services of land officials if they do not know the land registration process.

Effect of vaccine dose on severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) antibody levels in a vaccinated community in Gowa Regency, Indonesia.

The administration of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine aims to stimulate the production of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) antibodies. This leads to an enhanced production of neutralizing antibodies (Nabs), which naturally neutralize the virus within the body, thereby reducing the risk of COVID-19 infection. This study determined the analysis of factors affecting SARS-CoV-2 antibody levels in vaccinated individuals using data from the COVID-19 Seroepidemiological Survey of Gowa Regency. This was an analytic observational study with a cross-sectional design. The COVID-19 Seroepidemiology Survey data as a whole were 851 individuals, and in this study, the number of samples was 804 individuals from all COVID-19 Seroepidemiology Survey samples who had performed the COVID-19 vaccine in Gowa Regency, selected through purposive sampling. Data analysis was conducted using various statistical tests, including the independent-samples t-test, Mann-Whitney test, Kruskal-Wallis test, and multiple logistic regression. Furthermore, the analysis was performed through the STATA program version 14.0. There was a significant influence between the history of COVID-19 infection (P = 0.0006) and dose of vaccine (P = 0.0001) with SARS-CoV-2 antibody levels in vaccinated individuals. Meanwhile, vitamin consumption and comorbid history did not affect SARS-CoV-2 antibody levels. Multivariate analysis showed that vaccine dose was the most influential variable on antibody levels (P = 0.046; Odds Ratio (OR) 0.19; 95% Confidence Interval (CI): 0.036-0.968). The most influential factor was the vaccine dose on SARS-CoV-2 antibody levels in community in Gowa Regency.

Ethnopharmaceutical Study of Efficacious Plants As Medicine in Bollangi Hamlet, Pattallassang District, Gowa Regency

Ethnopharmacy is the pharmaceutical science that studies using and treating medicinal plants from certain ethnic groups or ethnic groups. The people of Bollangi Hamlet, Pattallassang District, and Gowa Regency have been using medicinal plants to treat diseases for generations because they have access to treatment, such as the local health center, and the hospital is quite far away. This study aims to determine the types of plants and parts of plants that are used in traditional medicine, how to process them, how to use them, and types of plants that have the potential to be further studied for their bioactivity. This research uses a descriptive research type combining qualitative and quantitative methods. Qualitative research was conducted by way of interviews and experiences of respondents. Based on the research results, it is known that there are 20 types of plants used in traditional medicine. The processing methods are boiling, pounded, and consumed directly. The method of use is by drinking, smearing/pasting, eating/chewing, and plants that have the potential to be further studied for their bioactivity are Guava and Garlic.

Learning Media Design Based on Local Potential Developed at Vocational School

This research aims to develop local potential-based learning media in Visual Communication Design subjects at SMK Gowa, with the aim of improving students' creativity and learning outcomes. The research method used is Research and Development (R&D) with development stages adapted from the ADDIE and Borg & Gall models. The pilot test was conducted at SMK Negeri 1 Gowa and SMK Negeri 4 Gowa, Somba Opu District, Gowa Regency, South Sulawesi, in the odd semester of 2023/2024. The subjects of this research were students of class X Multimedia Department in Visual Communication Design subject at SMK Gowa. The trial involved 3 people for the one to one trial, 10 people for the small group trial, and 25 people for the extended trial. The results of this study are expected to contribute to the development of learning media that are relevant to local potential, as well as improve the creativity and learning outcomes of students at SMK Gowa. Local potential-based learning media fulfils practical criteria as indicated by the implementation of the learning process, the response of students and educators. The use of video learning media has a very high effect on learner learning outcomes. Video learning media is very effective in the learning process at every level of education.

Peranan Pendapatan Usahatani Wortel Desa Kanreapia Kecamatan Tombolo Pao Kabupaten Gowa Sulawesi Selatan

The objective of this study is to determine the magnitude of money generated from carrot farming in the research area, as well as the impact of carrot farming income on the local economy. Based on the completed analysis, carrot cultivation in Kanreapia Village, Tombolo Pao District, Gowa Regency yields an average income of IDR 80,000,000 per hectare. The respondents incurred an average of IDR 6,810,000/ha in fixed expenditures. The respondents experienced an average variable cost of IDR 7,950,000 per hectare for cultivating carrots. The primary expenses are variable costs, encompassing the expenditures on seeds, pesticides, fertilizers, and labor (including land preparation, planting, and harvesting). Among these variable costs, the biggest expense is attributed to inorganic fertilizer, amounting to IDR 2,900,000. Conversely, the most economical expenses are known as fixed costs, including the mean devaluation amount of the equipment utilized by the participants. Tractors incur the highest equipment depreciation expenses, totaling IDR 2,000,000, while sprayers and scythes have the lowest costs, totaling IDR 80,000. The respondents experienced an average production cost of IDR 14,760,000 per acre. The farmers have an average income of IDR 65,240,000 per hectare by cultivating carrots. Based on the findings of this study, the mean income per hectare earned by carrot farmers in Kanreapia Village, Tombolo Pao District, Gowa Regency is reported.

Integration of Islamic Values In The Supervision of School Principal Education In Improving Teacher Performance In Madrasah Aliyah Muhammadiyah Datarang Kabupaten Gowa

Efforts to improve teacher performance can be done through educational supervision carried out by school principals using an Islamic values approach in order to provide assistance and guidance to teachers through supervision activities. Guiding and providing assistance to teachers is an Islamic teaching that has existed for a long time and was exemplified by the Prophet SAW to the companions. The approach used in implementing educational supervision to improve teacher performance is based on Islamic values. The provision of supervision must be adjusted to the prototype of the teacher. Supervision must be done wisely, as written in QS. Al-Nahl/16:125. This research is a combination research (mixed methods) using sequential exploratory design method. In this model, the initial stage involves collecting quantitative data which is then complemented by qualitative data analysis. This combination of data serves to link the results of the first stage of research (quantitative data) with the next stage (qualitative data). This study aims to describe the integration of Islamic values in the implementation of educational supervision by the principal at the Muhammadiyah School in Gowa Regency. The integrated values include ihsan, sincerity, exemplary, and tajdid. This study provides an overview of the implementation of the integration of Islamic values and Kemuhammadiyahan in the implementation of educational supervision by school principals at MA Muhammadiyah Datarang, Gowa Regency. This research focuses on four aspects: ihsan, sincerity, exemplary, and tajdid. The results showed that the implementation of supervision at MA Muhammadiyah Datarang reached a high category, indicating that aspects of Islamic values in Supervision had run very well.

Pengaruh Penggunaan Media Mistery Box terhadap Kemampuan Menulis Karangan Narasi pada Pelajaran Bahasa Indonesia Siswa Kelas V SD di Kabupaten Gow

This research aims to find out if there is an influence of the Mystery Box media on the ability to write narrative essays in Indonesian language lessons for fifth grade students at SD Inpres Tamattia, Gowa Regency. The type of research used is pre-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design. With a total of 20 students. The research instrument was a narrative essay writing test. Data analysis uses descriptive analysis and inferential analysis. The results of the research show that there is an influence of using mystery box media on the ability to write narrative essays in Indonesian language lessons for fifth grade students at SD Inpres Tamattia. This can be seen in the increase in grades obtained by students. The average value of the pretest results before applying the mystery box media was 47.40. After implementing the mystery box media, the posttest score reached 89.30. Furthermore, the results of inferential analysis using the t-test show that the tcount value > tTable value or 13.976 > 2.093 so that the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected and the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted. Thus, it can be concluded that the mystery box media influences the ability to write narrative essays in Indonesian language lessons for fifth grade students at SD Inpres Tamattia.

The Effect of Attractions, Amenities and Accessibility on Visiting Decisions during the Covid-19 Pandemic in the Malino Area, Gowa Regency

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, tourists certainly require the protection in minimizing the transmission of the COVID-19 virus during travel activities in the Malino Region, Gowa Regency. With the hope of gaining back the public trusts. As it is believed that tourism activities will be achieved if these activities are equipped with tourist travel facilities. This study aims to analyse the effects of Attraction (X1), Amenity (X2) and Accessibility (X3) on Visiting Decisions (Y) during the COVID- 19 Pandemic in the Malino Region, Gowa Regency. This study uses quantitative methods by processing data obtained from the research location. The population in this study were all respondents who had visited Malino during the COVID-19 pandemic as many as 71,288 people and the number of samples selected was 398 individuals using a research questionnaire as a research instrument which was then processed using SPSS software version 23. From the results of the study, it indicates that the partial test results on Attractions (X1) have a significant effect on Visiting Decisions (Y), Amenity (X2) does not have a significant effect on Visiting Decisions (Y) and Accessibility (X3) has a significant effect on Visiting Decisions (Y) and simultaneous testing that Attractions (X1), Amenity (X2) and Accessibility (X3) have a significant effect on visiting decisions (Y).

Erosion Hazard Level in Jenelata Watershed, Gowa Regency, South Sulawesi, Indonesia Based on RUSLE Model

Erosion is the main problem that affects soil health related to agricultural activities, therefore this study aims to determine the level of erosion hazard in the Jenelata Sub Watershed. RUSLE is used to calculate erosion prediction using rainfall erosion information, soil erodibility value, topographic value and using maps for vegetation and conservation practices, so that erosion values are obtained for Buakkang, Bissoloro, Bontomanai, Jenebatu, Sapaya Village, Paranglompoa, Pattalikang, Tassese, Mangempeng, Paladigan, and Ronaloe. Each was divided into very low classes with land loss of less than 15 t/ha/year with a land area of 7812.38 ha. The low class was land loss of 15 to 60 t/ha/year with a land area of 3263.04 ha. The medium class was land loss of 60 to 180 t/ha/year with a land area of 694.76 ha. The high class was land loss of 180 to 480 t/ha/year with a land area of 3234.03 ha, and the very high class was land loss that is greater than 480 t/ha/year with a land area of 5272.67 ha. This study showed high and very high erosion with a land area of 3234.03 ha and 5272.67 ha and very low erosion with a land area of 7812.38 ha.

The Level of Sustainability of PNPM-MP Achievements in the Community in Gowa Regency

It is hoped that the government’s efforts to carry out development with an emphasis on community empowerment will revive the spirit of togetherness and mutual cooperation which is increasingly being eroded by cities. The purpose of this study was to determine the level of sustainability of PNPM-MP achievement in the people of Gowa Regency. This research is a case study with a descriptive research type, namely to provide a comprehensive picture of the level and benefits of community participation through PNPM-MP in the implementation of the Development Program in Gowa Regency at each stage in the process mechanism of PNPM- MP activities. MP that has been going on. The results of the study show that the level of achievement of sustainability program has been carried out according to its objectives, with indications that (a) the community actively maintains facilities and infrastructure by providing personnel and material support according to available local capabilities, (b) program maintenance still refers to the learning outcomes of PNPM- MP through the PNPM-MP Implementation Manual, (c) local government appeals and norms and rules result from community agreements in deliberation forums.
 Keywords: sustainability level, government, development, community, empowerment

Political Behavior of Beginner Voters in the 2020 Gowa District Regional Election in Paccinongang Village, Somba Opu District

This study aims to determine the political behavior of beginner voters in the 2020 Gowa Regency regional election in Kel. Paccinongang Kec. Somba Opu. The subjects in this study were beginner voters including: (1) novice voters, namely adolescents aged 18 years and participating in the 2020 regional elections for the beginner, (2) reports of agencies related to this study. This study selects informants purposively. By using descriptive qualitative analysis. The results showed that: 1. the behavior of beginner voters is very dominant using sociological approaches in making their choices. Beginner voters choose candidates for the regional head, namely the regent and deputy regent of Gowa Regency by emphasizing demographic and socioeconomic backgrounds. The psychological approach is very minimal because this approach depends on the performance of political parties, and how to attract beginner voters. In addition to these two approaches, the rational choice approach places beginner voters making their choices with the tendency to choose candidates for Regent and Vice Regent by looking at their personal needs, namely the needs of their own families, it can be seen that they choose because they are based on the vision and mission of the candidate to help their lives. 2. Supporting factors are encouragement from parents, certain figures, and peers. In addition, the vision and mission of the candidates can encourage the interest of beginner voters. Inhibiting factors: it is the number of hoax news such as defamation and pitting both parties that makes beginner voters end to be very difficult to make their choice.
 Keywords: political behavior, beginner voters