Simalungun Regency Research Articles

Empowering Local Tourism through Competitive Swimming Events for Sustainable Development at Swembath Natural Springs

This article presents the results of a community empowerment project aimed at revitalizing local tourism at Swembath Natural Springs in Naga Soppa, Simalungun Regency, North Sumatra. Faced with declining visitor numbers and the need to boost local economic activity, this project integrated competitive swimming events as a new attraction while fostering sustainable development. The construction of an international-standard swimming pool served as the foundation for this initiative, offering a venue for sports tourism that attracts both athletes and recreational visitors. The project also included comprehensive training for local businesses, focusing on tourism management, digital marketing, and service improvement, thereby empowering the community to capitalize on the influx of tourists. The results show a significant increase in visitor numbers during swimming competitions, positively impacting local businesses such as food vendors, craft sellers, and accommodation providers. Moreover, the project fostered environmental conservation efforts, ensuring that the natural beauty of Swembath is preserved for future generations. This initiative aligns with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in terms of economic empowerment and environmental sustainability. The community now possesses the tools and infrastructure needed to maintain Swembath as a competitive tourist destination, with a sustainable model that benefits both the environment and the local economy. The project's success highlights the potential of integrating sports tourism and community-based empowerment to foster long-term economic growth and environmental stewardship.

OPTIMALISASI PENGELOLAAN WAKAF PRODUKTIF MELALUI PELATIHAN MANAJEMEN WAKAF BAGI NAZHIR MASJID ALAUDDIN DI DESA LAMIDUR

Abstract This community service activity aims to enhance the capacity of the Badan Kemakmuran Masjid (BKM) administrators in managing productive waqf in Lamidur Village, Simalungun Regency. The training was conducted on September 16, 2024, using a participatory approach that included socialization, counseling, and hands-on practice. Evaluation results indicated that participants experienced a significant increase in understanding of waqf concepts and management, with a satisfaction rate of 90%. Participants demonstrated enthusiasm during the Q&A sessions and successfully developed realistic management plans for waqf assets oriented toward local economic empowerment. This activity is expected to improve community welfare through more effective waqf management. Follow-up monitoring will be conducted to ensure the application of knowledge gained in waqf management in the future.

Peranan Pengelolaan Keuangan sebagai Pertanggungjawaban dalam Pembelanjaan Dana Desa Sesuai Standar Akuntansi Pemerintah di Desa Bah Jambi III Kecamatan Tanah Jawa Kabupaten Simalungun

This study aims to identify and describe the Role of Financial Management as Accountability in Spending Village Funds According to Government Accounting Standards in Bah Jambi III Village, Tanah Jawa District, Simalungun Regency. Method The approach in this research is a qualitative approach with a descriptive research type. The data sources used are primary data obtained by interviews and direct observation and secondary data obtained from related documents. The research location is located in Bah Jambi III Village, Tanah Jawa District, Simalungun Regency. The results of this study indicate that: (1) The village financial management mechanism is regulated in Law Number 6 of 2014 concerning Villages which explains that there are 5 cycles of financial management mechanisms, namely. planning, implementation, administration, reporting, accountability. (2) While the obstacles faced by the village government are low human resource capacity, disbursement of village funds, government. (3) In Application of Government Accounting Standards No. 01 in village financial accountability. Reporting and financial accountability have not implemented Government Accounting Standards No. 01, because the Financial Report for accountability made by Bah Jambi III Village

Peran Sosialisasi dan Edukasi Kewirausahaan dalam Membangun Generasi Milenial Berjiwa Wirausaha: Studi Kasus di Kelurahan Perdagangan I

This research aims to analyze the role of entrepreneurship socialization and education in fostering the entrepreneurial spirit among the millennial generation, with a case study focus in Kelurahan Perdagangan I, Simalungun Regency. Entrepreneurship socialization and education are crucial steps in fostering entrepreneurial awareness and skills, especially for the younger generation who will face economic challenges in the future. This research used a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with program participants, direct observation in the field, and document analysis related to the KKN program in Kelurahan Perdagangan I. The results showed that the program was successful. The results showed that the entrepreneurship socialization and education program implemented through KKN succeeded in increasing participants' entrepreneurial knowledge, interest, and skills. In particular, SMK students showed increased motivation to start a business after participating in entrepreneurship education. The success of the program was supported by active community involvement and a contextually relevant approach. However, there are some challenges, such as limited access to technology and financial resources, that affect the sustainability of entrepreneurial interest among the millennial generation.

The Role of Village Fund in Local Economic Development through Revamping the Bah Biak Waterfall Ecotourism Area

The Village Fund (VF) drives local economic growth by fostering ecotourism development. This study investigates the impact of the VF program on Local Economic Development (LED) in the Bah Biak Waterfall Ecotourism area, located in Sidamanik Sub-district, Simalungun Regency, North Sumatra. The VF program aims to enhance community income, create employment opportunities, and improve the productive capacity of rural communities. We use a purposive sampling method to collect data from 64 households out of 174 in the area. Critical indicators of LED, including local employment, household income, and expenditure, were analyzed using paired sample t-tests to compare conditions before and after using the VF. The results indicate a significant increase in local employment, household income, and expenditure following the utilization of the VF. This research underscores the importance of community participation in all stages of program activities, from planning to evaluation, and highlights the need for enhanced involvement in monitoring processes. The findings contribute to understanding how the VF can effectively support local economic development and provide recommendations for future ecotourism package development that integrates local resources and attractions. Future studies will focus on developing integrated ecotourism packages that combine multiple attractions and activities in the region, such as the panorama of tea plantations, Arabica coffee farming, creative economics based on beekeeping, and educational tourism related to sustainable practices.

Memotivasi Anak Usia Dini Menabung Demi Masa Depan di Kelurahan Perdagangan I

This community service activity aims to improve children's financial literacy and motivate them to save from an early age. This activity was carried out in Perdagangan I Village, Bandar District, Simalungun Regency on August 19-20, 2024 targeting children in grades 5 and 6 at Satrya Budi Perdagangan I Elementary School. The method used involved socialization and making piggy banks from used plastic bottles decorated according to the children's wishes, in order to increase their motivation to save. In addition, the community service team also conducted a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) to get feedback on the methods and materials provided. The results of the activity showed that the level of children's financial literacy was still low, where most children did not have the habit of saving and tended to spend their pocket money. After the activity, there was an increase in motivation to save and understanding of the importance of financial literacy, although there were still challenges in implementing the habit of saving consistently. This activity had a positive impact with the increase in enthusiasm of children and parents in understanding the importance of saving for the future. The activity is expected to contribute to increasing public awareness of the importance of financial literacy from an early age.

Meningkatkan Kemandirian Belajar Dalam Pembelajaran Pak Dengan Model Problem Based Learning Materi Kemampuanku Terbatas Fase D Kelas VII SMP Negeri 1 Dolok Panribuan

Education is currently still believed to be a very effective medium in building independent learning. The learning independence that the author means in this research is related to a condition where students are able to process themselves in making decisions and are responsible for the actions they take. To achieve the educational goals proclaimed by the government, the author as a Catholic Religious Education teacher wants to take part in This includes increasing the learning independence of students in PAK which is still very minimal, especially for students in the Simalungun Regency environment and especially class VII students at SMP Negeri 1 Dolok Panribuan. This type of research is a type of classroom action research carried out in class with two face-to-face action cycles. To obtain data, the techniques used are observation, tests and documentation. Hypothesis analysis and testing techniques are quantitative descriptive, namely comparing the level of learning independence before this research was carried out, namely the initial condition of students' learning independence, increasing student independence after action I (cycle I) and increasing student independence after action II (cycle II), then reflected. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that there has been an increase in the independence of phase D class VII students in each indicator by implementing the Problem Based Learning learning model.

Evaluasi laporan keuangan untuk menilai kinerja keuangan pemerintah daerah Simalungun

Based on the following metrics: (1) Regional Financial Independence Ratio, (2) Regional Financial Dependency Ratio, (3) Fiscal Decentralization Degree Ratio, (4) Original Income Effectiveness Ratio Regional, (5) Regional Original Income Efficiency Ratio, (6) Regional Tax Effectiveness Ratio, (7) Regional Tax Efficiency Ratio, and (8) BUMD Contribution Degree Ratio, this study attempts to analyze the financial performance of the Simalungun Regency Government in the 2013–2022 budget year. Data was gathered using a sampling technique. The results of the analysis show that the Simalungun Regency has a low Regional Financial Independence Ratio, and the region still depends on the central government. The Regional Financial Dependency Ratio is relatively low, and Simalungun still depends on external parties. Moreover, The Ratio of the Degree of Fiscal Decentralization is classified as low; The Ratio of the Effectiveness of regional owned-sources Income is classified as less effective; The Regional owned-sources Income Efficiency Ratio is very efficient; Tax Effectiveness Ratio is classified as quite effective; The Regional Tax Efficiency Ratio is classified as very efficient, and The Ratio of the Degree of Contribution of Regional Owned enterprise is classified as low.

Pengaruh Model Teams Games Tournaments (TGT) terhadap Motivasi Belajar Pendidikan Agama Kristen dan Budi Pekerti Siswa Kelas XI SMA Negeri 1 Ujung Padang Kabupaten Simalungun Tahun Pembelajaran 2023/2024

The research aims to determine the positive and significant influence of the Teams Games Tournaments (TGT) Model on Learning Motivation for Christian Religious Education and Character in Class The research hypothesis is that there is a positive and significant influence between the Teams Games Tournaments (TGT) Model on Learning Motivation for Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of Class XI Students of SMA Negeri 1 Ujung Padang, Simalungun Regency, Academic Year 2023/2024. This research is a regression research using Inferential Statistics techniques. The population of all class XI students at SMA Negeri 1 Ujung Padang who are Protestant Christians is 138 people. Random sampling (random sampling) is 30% of the total population, namely 40 people. The research instrument is a closed questionnaire. From the determination coefficient test, the value r2 = 0.555 is obtained. From the determination value (r2), it can be seen that the percentage of influence between the Teams Games Tournaments (TGT) Model on the Learning Motivation of Christian Religious Education and Character of Class XI Students of SMA Negeri 1 Ujung Padang, Simalungun Regency, Academic Year 2023/ 2024 is 55.5%. The results of the analysis requirements obtained values ​​rxy = 0.745> rtable = 0.312 and tcount = 6.896> ttable = 2.024 showing that there is a relationship between the Teams Games Tournaments (TGT) model and Christian Religious Education Learning Motivation and Character Characteristics of Students and obtained a regression equation Ŷ = 19.72 +0.564X. Hypothesis testing obtained Fcount=47.55>Ftable=4.09 so H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. The research concluded that there was a positive and significant influence of the Teams Games Tournaments (TGT) Model on the Learning Motivation for Christian Religious Education and Character of Class

Pengaruh Keteladanan Guru Pendidikan Agama Kristen terhadap Karakter Peserta Didik Kelas X SMK Negeri 1 Raya Kabupaten Simalungun Tahun Pembelajaran 2023/2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the positive and significant influence of the Exemplary Christian Education Teacher on the Character of Class X Students of SMK Negeri 1 Raya, Simalungun Regency in the 2023/2024 Academic Year. The research method used was a quantitative method with descriptive statistics. The population was 159 Protestant Christian students of class X of SMK Negeri 1 Raya, Simalungun Regency in the 2023/2024 Academic Year and a sample of 40 people was determined using a random sampling technique. Data were collected using a positive closed questionnaire of 39 items, namely 20 items for variable X and 19 items for variable Y. The results of the data analysis showed that there was a positive and significant influence of the Exemplary Christian Religious Education Teachers on the Character of Class X Students of SMK Negeri 1 Raya, Simalungun Regency in the 2023/2024 Academic Year, as evidenced by the following data analysis: 1) Analysis requirements test: a) Positive relationship test obtained rxy value = 0.479> rtable ( = 0.05, n = 40) = 0.312. b) Significant relationship test obtained tcount = 3.364> ttable ( = 0.05, dk = n-2 = 38) = 2.021. 2) Influence test: a) Regression equation test Y ̂="2.85" + 0.79X. b) Regression determination coefficient test (r2) = 22.9%. 3) Hypothesis testing using the F test obtained Fcount > Ftable = ( = 0.05, df numerator k = 13, df denominator = n-2 = 40-2 = 38) which is 11.3 > 2.00. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

The Uniqueness of Mediation as an Alternative Dispute Resolution Method Outside the Court in Resolving Various Customary Disputes in Simalungun Regency

<em>Mediation as an alternative dispute resolution outside the court has its own uniqueness in resolving various customary disputes. Generally, when a dispute arises between parties, the community tends to be more familiar with resolving disputes through customary means, or what they refer to as mediation. Mediation is a term commonly used by the community when disputes occur. Thus, mediation as an alternative dispute resolution holds a unique position among the people, particularly in Simalungun Regency, in resolving various customary disputes without the involvement of the courts. This article will further discuss the uniqueness of mediation in resolving customary disputes, the advantages and disadvantages of applying mediation as an alternative dispute resolution outside the court in Simalungun Regency. The importance of establishing mediation as an effective method for alternative dispute resolution outside the court for various customary disputes lies in its easy procedures, active involvement of the disputing parties, and respect for customary values and norms in maintaining social harmony and prioritizing win-win solutions. Moreover, mediation not only provides a practical and efficient solution but also helps to strengthen social relationships and preserve local cultural continuity. Therefore, mediation is considered a suitable and beneficial means for resolving customary disputes, offering a more familial approach compared to court resolution processes.</em>

The Relationship between Climate and Productivity of Tea Plants (Camellia sinensis L.) in Bah-Butong Gardens PT. Perkebunan Nusantara IV, North Sumatra Province in 2005-2009.

Fluctuations in tea plant productivity are influenced by several climate factors, such as rainfall, number of rainy days, sunlight intensity, temperature and humidity. This research aims to evaluate the impact of climate factors on the productivity of Tea plants in the Bah-butong Plantation of PT. Perkebunan Nusantara IV, Simalungun Regency, North Sumatra. The hypothesis of this research is that rainfall, number of rainy days, sunlight intensity, temperature and humidity partially or simultaneously have a significant influence on the productivity of tea plants at the location. The research was conducted from September 2023 – Desember 2023, with data collection through field surveys and secondary data collection from related agencies. The data collected includes rainfall, number of rainy days, sunlight intensity, temperature, humidity and tea. The analysis method used is multiple linear regression and correlation analysis using statistical software SPSS.v.22 for Windows. The results of the regression analysis show that rainy days and temperature do not have a partially significant effect on increasing tea production. However, rainfall, amount of sunlight, humidity have a significant effect on increasing tea production. The results of the regression analysis show that rainfall, number of rainy days, sunlight intensity, temperature and humidity do not have a significant influence on increasing tea production.

Persepsi Masyarakat Terhadap Akhlak Remaja Dalam Berinteraksi Sosial Di Desa Purbasari Kec. Tapian Dolok Kab. Simalungun

This research provides a fairly comprehensive picture of the importance of understanding adolescent morals in the social context of society, especially in Purbasari Village. Among the emphases discussed are the role of adolescent morals in social interaction, the urgency of fostering adolescent morals, and the impact of community perceptions on adolescent morals. Descriptions of the definition of adolescence, social change, and the pressures faced by adolescents provide a strong foundation for the reader's understanding of the relevance of this research. This study aims to determine the community's perception of adolescent morals and to determine the morals of adolescents in Purbasari Village, Tapian Dolok Subdistrict, Simalungun Regency. The method used in this research is a descriptive quantitative method that provides a good structure in describing the results of the research. The data collection technique in this research is in the form of observation and distributing questionnaires using a Likert scale. Data validity in this study uses validity and reliability data analysis. The results showed that the community's perception of adolescent morals from the religious, social, and ethical aspects provided deep insight into how the community in Purbasari Village assessed adolescent morals in social interaction. Furthermore, the discussion of community perceptions of adolescent morals provides good insight into the social dynamics in society, the factors that influence community perceptions, and the factors that influence community perceptions.

Optimizing the Quality of Services, Products and Digital Promotions for Restaurants and Restaurants on Satisfaction and Interest Guests Revisit the City Entrance Area Parapat Tourism in Simalungun Regency

The Parapat area also highlights culinary diversity with unique eateries and restaurants as well as cafes offering various culinary experiences. Gumarang Restaurant presents a rich Minang culinary experience, inviting guests to enjoy delicious and traditional dishes. Meanwhile, Sehat Restaurant brings uniqueness to each of its dishes with creative touches, creating an unforgettable dining experience for consumers. On the other hand, the Kantor Pos Parapat Cafe emphasizes a relaxed atmosphere combined with practical service, offering comfort to guests seeking an enjoyable dining experience.This research aims to optimize the quality of service, products, and digital promotion in similar eateries and restaurants, focusing on their impact on consumer satisfaction and interest in revisiting the area. This study is of a quantitative nature. The population identified in this research consists of business owners, consumers, and employees located in the Entrance Area of Parapat Tourist City in Simalungun Regency. The sampling technique used is purposive sampling with a sample size of 97 respondents. The data is then analyzed using the partial least squares method using SmartPLS 4.0 software. The results of this study indicate that service quality has a positive and significant effect on consumer satisfaction, product quality has a positive and significant effect on consumer satisfaction, digital promotion of eateries and restaurants has a positive and significant effect on consumer satisfaction, consumer satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on the intention of consumers to revisit. The consumer satisfaction variable is able to mediate the influence of service quality, product quality, and digital promotion on the intention of consumers to revisit.

Macrozoobenthos Communities Found In The Waters Of Mariah Bandar Springs

Macrozoobenthos found in the waters of Mariah Bandar Springs, Pematang Bandar District, Simalungun Regency, along with physical and chemical parameters, where biological samples, namely macrozoobenthos, were taken using a quadrant and physical and chemical parameters of the water were taken using a dark colored sample bottle and then analyzed at the BTKL The waters that originate from the Mariah Bandar spring have very clear and shallow water, so that the bottom of the waters (substrate) can be seen directly, which consists of sandy rocks. The macrozoobenthos community in the waters of Mariah Bandar spring consists of four classes, namely Clitellata, Gastropod, Bivalvia, Insecta, and eight families, namely Lumbricidae, Thiaridae, Cyrenidae, Chironomidae, Gomphidae, Paludicola, Coenagrionidae, Libellulidae. The temperature at each observation station ranges from 220C – 350C, brightness ranges from 4 – 4.5 m from the surface, dissolved oxygen (DO) ranges from 6.84-8.25 mg/l, pH ranges from 7.36-8.85 , BOD ranged from 1.01-3.42 mg/l. In general, the physical and chemical parameters measured still support the life of freshwater organisms, unless the pH is classified as acid.

Integration of SWOT Analysis - Supply and Demand Approach for Simalungun Regency Culinary Tourism Destination Development Strategy

There is a need to develop local culinary potential as a tourist attraction in Simalungun Regency. This is done to bring as many tourists as possible to Simalungun Regency through culinary tourism. The locus of this research is 4 tourist destinations in Simalungun Regency, namely Haranggaol, BIS, Sibaganding, and Parapat. Regional planning is a process of knowing and analyzing current conditions, forecasting the development of various factors, estimating limiting factors, setting goals and objectives to be achieved, determining steps to achieve goals, and determining locations and various activities to be carried out. One of the approaches taken to carry out the regional planning process is SWOT and Supply and Demand Analysis. The research was conducted over several months involving informants to obtain valid information. Based on the results of interviews addressed directly to informants, currently the attractions offered to visiting tourists are natural attractions in the form of scenery. Therefore, the existence of photo spots is the most desirable because of their natural beauty so it is worth displaying on social media pages such as Instagram and Facebook. Good tourist attractions must be able to bring in many tourists and hold them for a long time, assuming that the greater the profit expected from their presence by providing satisfaction to tourists. Activities and objects that are attractions must be in good condition, both attractions in the form of activities such as dances, as well as attractions in the form of objects, such as temples, krises, and so on, the way of presentation must be appropriate because tourist attractions are presented in front of visitors to tourist objects which will be said to be successful if they cause impressions and satisfaction to tourists. Tourism objects must also be integrated with other tourism requirements such as services and transportation. The identification of tourist attractions and existing supporting facilities/infrastructure in DTW Haranggaol, Bukit Indah Simarjarunjung, Sibaganding, and Parapat, Simalungun Regency was carried out using data on existing tourist attractions in DTW Haranggaol, Bukit Indah Simarjarunjung, Sibaganding, and Parapat, Simalungun Regency obtained from field observations and the results of the Quantitative - Two Steps Questionnaire round I method. The condition data is not only obtained from the results of field observations but also from the average value of respondents' answers to the attraction conditions in round II. The existence of amenities is one of the factors that support the activities of visitors to DTW Haranggaol, Bukit Indah Simarjarunjung.

Evaluating Community Welfare Effects of the Tourism Development on Geopark Caldera Toba

Tourism is one of the economic support systems that encourage economic growth in Indonesia. Indonesia as a country with good tourist attractions has enormous potential in creating jobs. The greater the employment opportunities, the lower the unemployment rate. The purpose of this study was to analyze whether tourism development has a positive and significant effect on economic activity to improve Community Welfare in the Lake Toba area. With variables consisting of 3 elements Variables consisting of indicators, namely: independent variables of tourism development (X) with indicators: policy (X1), institutions (X2), human resources (X3), facilities and infrastructure (X4), budget (X5), environment (X6), security (X7), social (X8), culture (X9), tourist attractions (X10), investment (X11), licensing (X12), promotion (X13), system (X14), tourists (X15). intervening variables/variables between economic impacts (Z) with indicators: economic growth (Z1), income (Z2), equity (Z3), poverty reduction (Z4), unemployment reduction (Z5). The dependent variable is community welfare (Y) with indicators: income equality (Y1), health (Y2), education (Y3), information (Y4), consumption expenditure (Y5). While the research method model used is the SmartPLS approach The number of samples is 351. Karo Regency, Simalungun Regency, North Tapanuli Regency, Pakpak Bharat Regency, Dairi Regency, Humbang Hasundutan Regency, Toba Regency, Samosir Regency. Economic impact has a positive but insignificant effect on community welfare. The results of the research on the analysis of the economic impact of integrated tourism development in the Lake Toba area on the welfare of the Lake Toba area community in North Sumatra Province can contribute to local government, central government, business people, tourists and the community. local government and central government can review policies or decisions that are less effective in increasing community income.

Strategi Pembelajaran Aktif Tipe Team Quiz Terhadap Keaktifan Belajar Pendidikan Agama Kristen Dan Budi Pekerti Siswa Kelas X SMK Negeri 1 Raya Kabupaten Simalungun Tahun Pembelajaran 2023/2024

The research aims to determine the positive and significant influence of the team quiz type active learning strategy on the active learning of Christian Religious Education and Character Education of class The research hypothesis is that there is a positive and significant influence of the team quiz type active learning strategy on the active learning of Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of class Descriptive and inferential quantitative research methods. The population of all class X students at SMK Negeri 1 Raya Simalungun Regency for the 2023/2024 academic year who are Protestant Christians is 159 people. The sample was random (random sampling), namely 40% of the total population minus 30 questionnaire test respondents, namely 40% x 129 people = 52 people. The research instrument is a closed questionnaire. The results of data analysis obtained: a) The value rcount=0.555>rtabel=0.297 and tcount=4.718>ttable=2.000 shows that there is a positive and significant relationship between the team quiz type active learning strategy and students' active learning in Christian Religious Education and Character. b) Regression equation. c) The determination test shows that the magnitude of the effect is 30.80%. d) Hypothesis testing obtained Fcount=22.284>Ftable=3.15 then H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. The research concluded that there was a positive and significant influence between the active learning strategy of the team quiz type on the active learning of Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of class

The Influence of Visual Learning Styles on Learning Outcomes in PAUD Tegar Tangguh Kampung Gunung, Simalungun Regency

<p>This study aims to determine the effect of visual learning style on visual learning style on early childhood learning outcomes at PAUD Tegar Tangguh hamlet II village Bandar Jawa, Bandar Sub-district, Simalungun Regency. this research is motivated by the results of observations conducted and found interesting facts that the majority of learning activities still use auditory learning styles. The results of this observation revealed that learning methods that focus on hearing, such as listening to stories or verbal explanations, are not the main preference for students in absorbing information. The type of research conducted by researchers in this study is quantitative research with multiple linear regression methods. This research was conducted at PAUD Tegar Tangguh hamlet II village Bandar Jawa, Bandar District, Simalungun Regency with a sample of 30 students out of 120 students. Data collection was done by giving a questionnaire with a Likert scale model. Data analysis used is using multiple regression analysis. The results of this study indicate that visual learning styles have an effect on learning outcomes. early childhood, this can be seen from the significance value which is worth (Sig 0.000 <0.05) and for the value of F count> F table (28.830 > 3.34). The coefficient of determination of the effect of visual learning style variables on early childhood learning outcomes is 59.7% while the rest is influenced by other variables</p>

Hubungan Pengetahuan Dan Sikap Ibu Dengan Pemberian Makanan Pendamping Asi (MP -ASI ) Pada Anak Usia 6 - 24 Bulan Di PBM Susi Rini Safitri Kab.Simalungun Tahun 2023

Infancy between the ages of 6-24 months is a golden age for child growth and development. This period is a good opportunity for parents to strive for optimal child growth and development. One effort that parents can make to achieve this is through good and correct parenting patterns given to children. This study aims to determine the Relationship between Mother's Knowledge and Attitudes with the Provision of Complementary Foods (MP-ASI) to Children Aged 6-24 Months at PBM Susi Rini Safitri, Simalungun Regency in 2023. This type of research is an analytical survey study with a cross-sectional method approach. The population is all mothers who have children aged 6-24 months as many as 42 people. The number of samples used was 42 people obtained using the Total sampling technique. The data analysis technique used chi square. the results obtained in this study are from 42 respondents, there is a relationship between maternal attitudes and the Provision of Complementary Food for Breast Milk (MP-ASI) in Children Aged 6-24 Months shows that the p value = 0.000 <0.05. there is a relationship between maternal knowledge and the Provision of Complementary Food for Breast Milk (MP-ASI) in Children Aged 6-24 Months shows that the p value = 0.012 <0.05. It is recommended for Health Workers to increase counseling related to the Occurrence of Anemia in Pregnant Women.