Study Program Students Research Articles

Students’ Experience of Online Interpreting Learning with Native Speakers

Interpreting is one of the skills that is very necessary in global communication. The use of digital technology and web-based technology in interpreting classes has been widely used in Indonesia, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learning interpreting is very challenging, especially directly with native speakers and done using e-learning. This research aims to describe the experience of online interpreting learning with native speakers from the student's perspective regarding the problems and advantages of this learning method. This research was qualitative in nature, involving all sixth semester students in the English Literature study program who took Interpreting Workshop course totaling 25 students. Data were obtained through observation and questionnaires. The finding of the study shows learning interpreting online with native speaker has several advantages as well as it has less psychological impact. It is hoped that after finding problems, solutions can be found to overcome these problems and utilize the advantages of this learning method to maximize learning outcomes.

Rebuilding Harmony: Social Interactions After the Maluku Conflict

The purpose of this study was to determine the dynamics of social interactions that were passed down from previous generations in students of the BK Study Program after the Maluku conflict. The research method used a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews with students whose families experienced the conflict in Maluku directly in 1999-2002. Through coding analysis, the research identified thematic patterns and meanings that emerged from students' narratives. Based on the results of the study, it was found that the social interaction of post-conflict Counseling students both individually and in groups can be established with active communication between students of different religions with tolerance as an attitude to maintain harmony in social relations during the study period and emphasize the need for integration of social aspects reflected in the study program curriculum so that the unique experience of each post-conflict student passed down from generation to generation can adapt to the campus environment commonly dubbed the "campus of basudara people".

English Study Program Students’ Perception on Using Grammarly as an Online Grammar Checker in Academic Writing

Grammarly as an online grammar checker is a new experience for English students. Based on the interviewed results of information to students, it is found that Grammarly useful in academic writing. The research in this paper aims to find out English study program students’ perception on using grammarly as an online grammar checker in academic writing. The research design is mixed methods (quantitative and qualitative). Technique of data validation through a questionnaire and interview. Purposive sampling was used to select the research sample, which involved 37 students. Ten students were interviewed for the qualitative data. The findings indicate that the students had a high perception on using Grammarly as an online grammar checker in academic writing. In accordance with that, the results of the qualitative data also show positive responses that Grammarly can be useful, efficient, and comfortable as an online grammar checker for students in academic writing.

Analysis of the Influence of Product Price and Quality on Consumer Purchasing Decisions (Case study: Economics Study Program Students, Faculty of Economics, Medan State University)

Competition in the industry is getting tougher, so companies must offer more value to attract consumer purchasing power. Consumer purchasing decisions are influenced by various factors, including price and product quality. This research aims to analyze the influence of price and product quality on consumer purchasing decisions. The research methods used include observation, literature study, and questionnaires. The research objects were 41 students of the Economics Study Program, Faculty of Economics, Medan State University who filled out a questionnaire. The research results showed that 53.7% of respondents stated that product price had a big influence on purchasing decisions. As many as 53.7% of respondents tend to choose cheaper products, and 56.1% consider discount promotions to be very important. In addition, 58.3% of respondents compared product prices with online shopping platforms to get the cheapest price. Meanwhile, 58.5% of respondents stated that product quality greatly influenced their purchasing decisions. As many as 63.4% of respondents were willing to pay more for quality products, and 87.8% of respondents preferred products with higher prices but better quality. Based on the results of this research, it can be concluded that product price and quality have a significant influence on consumer purchasing decisions.

Pengaruh Literasi Keuangan Syariah, Penggunaan Shopee Paylater dan Lifestyle Terhadap Perilaku Konsumtif: Studi Kasus pada Mahasiswa Program Studi Perbankan Syariah UMSU

This research was conducted with the aim of finding out the influence of sharia financial literacy, use of shopee paylater, lifestyle on the consumptive behavior of students in the UMSU Sharia Banking Study Program. The type of approach used is quantitative with an associative type of research. The research population was 190 UMSU Sharia Banking Study Program students, while the sample used was 130 respondents who were the research sample. This research uses Purposive Sampling technique. The data used is primary data and the data collection technique uses a questionnaire via Google Form. The variables used are the independent variables in the form of financial literacy, use of Shopee Paylater and also Lifestyle, while the dependent variable is consumer behavior. The data analysis technique used in this research uses Multiple Linear Regression Test, Hypothesis Test (t Test and F Test), and Coefficient of Determination. Data processing in this research used SPSS (Statistical Package For The Social Sciences) version 29.00 (2024). Based on the research results, it shows that Sharia Financial Literacy has a positive but not significant influence on student consumptive behavior. Using Shopee Paylater has a positive and significant influence on student consumptive behavior. And Lifestyle has a positive and significant effect on student consumption behavior.

A Syntactic Analysis of Constituent Structure in Sentences Written by EFL Students

This research aims to determine which student uses the most dominant conjunction, what students use the most difficult conjunction and why they have difficulty using correlative and coordinating conjunctions in their sentences. The population of this research was the 4th-semester students of the English education study program at Tadulako University. The sample was selected using a simple random sampling technique, and there were 151 4th-semester students. The researcher used a quantitative description. The data of this research used a test and questionnaire. The results of the data analysis show that (1) the most dominant conjunction used by the students was coordinating conjunction, especially conjunction “and” (2) the most difficult conjunction utilized by the students was correlative conjunction, namely conjunction “both…and”, the frequency of conjunction “both…and”, (3) there are two factors influencing the students in using coordinating and correlative conjunctions which are internal factor and external factor. The internal factors are: the students rarely improve their knowledge about conjunctions; The students are not interested in the material about conjunctions; The students do not understand the function of conjunctions; The students do not understand about lexical categories. The external factors are: There is no motivation from lecturers or teachers for students to learn the conjunctions; The lecturers or the teachers do not explain clearly the material of conjunctions.

HUBUNGAN FLEKSIBILITAS KOGNITIF DAN EFIKASI DIRI DENGAN KOMPETENSI KEWIRAUSAHAAN MAHASISWA CALON GURU PENDIDIKAN TEKNIK FKIP UNS

<em>This study aims to determine whether there is a relationship between cognitive flexibility and self-efficacy with the entrepreneurial competence of prospective teacher students, namely a case study of Vocational Engineering Education students. This research was conducted using a quantitative approach, cognitive flexibility and self-efficacy as independent variables, entrepreneurial competence as the dependent variable. The population in this study were active students of the Sebelas Maret University majoring Vocational Engineering Education class 2018-2021. The total population is 921 students who consist of 315 students of Mechanical Engineering Education Study Program, Building Engineering Education as many as 297 students, and Information and Computer Engineering Education as many as 309 students. The researcher used the Stratified Random Sampling method in determining the sample size. The technique used to collect data using a Likert scale instrument. During the data collection process, the Sub-competences of Entrepreneurial Competency and Underlying Behavioral Indicators were used to measure the entrepreneurial competencies of prospective teacher students, Cognitive Flexibility Inventory (CFI) to measure the level of cognitive flexibility, and the General Self-Efficacy Scale (GSE) to measure the level of self-efficacy. The analytical method used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results of this study indicate that there is a positive relationship between cognitive flexibility and self-efficacy with entrepreneurial competence (R=.736, R2=.542, p=.000). Therefore, it can be said that the entrepreneurial competence of prospective teacher students can be improved through cognitive flexibility and self-efficacy beliefs.</em>

Needs Analysis of English Learning Skills for Students of Hospitality Study Program

Needs analysis plays a significant part in the construction of an English language curriculum that is tailored to learning needs. Students' descriptions of their needs, weaknesses, and desires constitute important factors that English teachers must consider before establishing appropriate lesson plans and teaching and learning resources. This study was designed with a descriptive qualitative research model. Data was collected through questionnaires and interviews. This data collection method involved all students from the Politeknik Indonusa Surakarta for Hospitality program in their first semester of Academic Year 2023, with a total of 93 students participated. The questions were provided online using Google form. When completing the questionnaire, respondents are given the choice from a number of different responses. Based to the results of the Needs Analysis on English subject, the main objective of Hospitality Study Program students learning English is to help them develop in their jobs in the service and hospitality industries. Students emphasized the importance of learning speaking skills, despite the fact that other language skills are equally important to improve. Each need to master aspects of English language skills, on the other hand, must be in line with their professional career development. This study has implications for fulfilling learning requirements in the hospitality study program as a guide to developing English teaching materials for students in the program. Keywords: ESP, hospitality Study Program; Needs Analysis, English Language Skills

Innovation of Praktis (Praktek Istima') Application in Improving Istima' Skills for Arabic Students in Stain Bengkalis

Praktis (Praktek Istima') Application is an application that can be used as a learning medium for Istima's proficiency. This development research aims to produce valid and effective Praktis (Praktek Istima') applications. This study uses Praktis (Praktek Istima') Application with material from the book al-'Arabiyyah Baina Yadaiki li Ghairi Nathiqina Biha, the book of the beginning, Kitab alif by Dr Abd ar-Rahman Bin Ibrahim al-Fawzan. This research was conducted using the Plomp development model integrated with the Luther development model. The subjects of this study were students of the Arabic Language Study Program in the second semester of STAIN Bengkalis. Two data collection techniques are used in this study, namely, validity obtained through validation by material and media validators and effectiveness in increasing Istima's proficiency from the test. The results showed that the average validity value for the material was 3.8, and the average value was 3.75. The effectiveness of the Praktis (Praktek Istima') Application in increasing students' Istima Proficiency based on the results of hypothesis testing (T-Test) in the table above shows that the significance value is 0.000, which is less than 0.05.

Inquiry-Based E-Module with an Ethno-STEM Approach to Develop Sustainable Environmental Literacy Skills

Environmental literacy is one of the keys to support the success of sustainable development goals (SDGs). This research aims to develop an inquiry e-module with an ethno-STEM approach to the concept of volatile aromatic compounds. The research subjects involved 46 students in the chemistry education study program who took the course on organic chemistry of natural substances. Data collection was carried out using an environmental literacy questionnaire covering four domains (knowledge, cognitive skills, attitudes and behavior). The results showed that the validity of e-modules in terms of material and media was 82.5% and 93.25%, respectively, which were categorized as very valid. The results of the environmental literacy test indicate that the average scores for knowledge, attitude, cognitive skills, and behavior were 45.91, 46.46, 51.32, and 53.24. All four domains fall within the high category. The inquiry e-module with an ethno-STEM approach is very suitable for developing environmental literacy skills.

Needs Analysis of Mandarin Language Learning Assisted by the Wordwall Game Application on Students a University in Padang

In the digital era, the integration of technology in education is becoming increasingly crucial to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. One prominent tool in the context of Mandarin language instruction is Wordwall, a game-based learning platform that offers various interactive activities. This article aims to elucidate and evaluate the benefits of using Wordwall in the context of Mandarin language teaching and learning. The research conducted is of a descriptive nature. The respondents for this study were 52 students at Padang State University enrolled in Mandarin language courses. The subjects of this research consisted of 52 UNP study program students (45 women and 7 men) aged between 19 and 20 years who were selected using the random sampling technique.Data collection utilized a questionnaire through Google Forms and assessments of quizzes on the Wordwall game. The research data were analyzed qualitative by conducting validity tests, reliability tests, and classical assumption tests. The research findings conclude that learning with Wordwall makes the learning process easy, enjoyable, and assists students in understanding Mandarin. Furthermore, the implications of this research suggest that learning through the application of play techniques using the Wordwall game is highly suitable for beginner Mandarin language learners.

Strengthening Muamalah Maliyah's Literacy Understanding of Online Transactions in Indonesia

This research aims to test and analyze the understanding of students majoring in Commerce Management at the ALKS study program in implementing online buying and selling schemes from an Islamic perspective, namely by using the Muamalah Maaliyaah contract. The population in this study was 278 people from each generation of the ALKS study program, a sample of at least 10 people was taken and then the sample size became 100 people. This research uses a quantitative approach. The data collection technique used was by distributing questionnaires and interviews. The model used is a simple linear regression model with statistical analysis tests used are the classical assumption test, T-test, validity, and reliability tests. The research results show that from a simple regression test, the results of the t-test variable for the variable Understanding the Muamalah Maaliyaah Agreement show t_count of 15.024 > t_tabel of 1.98472 and a Sig value of 0.000 < 0.05. These results show that "There is a significant relationship between the influence of Understanding the Muamalah Maaliyah Agreement (X) on the decision to carry out online transactions (Y)". It can be concluded that there is a very large influence of ALKS study program students' muamalah literacy on the decision to carry out online transactions.

The THE DEVELOPMENT OF FIELD TEACHING PRACTICE-1 JOBSHEET FOR ISLAMIC EDUCATION GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING PROGRAM STUDENTS UIN SU MEDAN

The aim of this research is to develop a jobsheet of Field Teaching Practice – 1 (FTP-1) for students of BKPI FITK UIN SU Medan and to describe the usefull aspects of the jobsheet. This research used development design research with 4 Development Steps (Four D) namely define, design, develop, and disseminate. The data collection tools used in this research are assessment scales, inventories, interviews, documentation studies, and also focus group discussions. The research was conducted at BKPI FITK UIN SU Medan by involving 47 students in jobsheet trial activities based on random sampling. Data were analyzed using quantitative descriptive and qualitative descriptive. Quantitative descriptives are used to analyze survey data and jobsheet assessment results from expert validators and practitioners. Meanwhile, qualitative descriptive is used to analyze data obtained based on interviews, documentation studies, and focus group discussions. The results of this research indicate that the FTP-1 jobsheet developed is suitable for use based on the results of Aiken's V > 0.63 in the five FTP-1 program activities contained in the jobsheet. Then this jobsheet was also proven to provide benefits to students of the BKPI FITK UIN SU Medan study program, such as the implementation of FTP-1 became easy, the FTP-1 procedures became clear, the implementation of FTP-1 became practical, the results of implementing FTP-1 were satisfactory, performance during FTP-1 increased , readiness to undergo FTP-1 is helped, completion of FTP-1 tasks (reports) becomes effective and efficient. This FTP-1 job sheet should be used by the BKPI FITK UIN SU Medan study program in particular and the BK study program in general.

Improving German Speaking through YouTube Media in Higher Education

This study aims to obtain data and information about the effectiveness and practicality of YouTube in learning German speaking for second-semester students of the German language education study program in terms of learning outcomes and student responses. This study was experimental research, and the experimental model used was a pre-experimental design. The design form used is a one-group pre-test post-test group. The sample selection was done using the purposive sampling technique. Data collection was done through a German-speaking skill test. The data were analyzed using t-test analysis. The findings of the research revealed that there was a significant difference before and after using YouTube media in learning German speaking, and student responses showed very positive results of 87.28%, so it was declared successful, effective, and practical to use in learning German speaking.

INCREASING KNOWLEDGE OF MIDWIFERY STUDENTS ABOUT FLOOD DISASTERS USING THE JIGSAW LEARNING METHOD

Background: Not having had direct experience in dealing with disasters means that students are not ready to be prepared, so disaster education using a jigsaw learning method is needed. Objectives: This research aims to study the effect of the jigsaw learning model on knowledge of flood disasters in level 3 students in the STIKES TMS undergraduate midwifery study program. Methods: The research design used pre-experimental with one group pretest and post test design. The population of this study were all third year undergraduate midwifery students at STIKES TMS totaling 30 (total sampling) using the Wilcoxon test. Results: The knowledge of third level midwifery students at STIKES TMS before the jigsaw method was known to be less than 6 people, 15 people were sufficient and 9 people were good. The knowledge of third level midwifery students of STIKES TMS after the jigsaw method was found to be 3 people lacking, 5 people sufficient and 22 people good Conclusion: The p value = 0.000 means that there is an influence of the jigsaw learning method on knowledge of flood disasters in third year undergraduate midwifery study programs at STIKES TMS Bengkulu

Sikap Sopan Santun Mahasiswa Prodi Manajemen Informasi Kesehatan di Asrama Stikes Santa Elisabeth Medan

Nowdays, politeness is no longer a barrier to socializing with various groups. Freedom of opinion, the environment, developments over time and technology are the reasons that make manners shift. Manners are an important element in socializing, because by showing good manners a person can be respected and like by their existence as a social being. In this case, good manners can provide many benefits or influences, both good and bad, on oneself and others. The aim of this research is to determine the level of politeness of santa elisabeth medan health information management study program students in the dormitory environment. The research used random sampling and cross sectional design, and data colection was carried out trough direct observation. The population used in the research were MIK students with a sample size of 27 respondents and 15 questions indicators. Data colection techniques used questionnaires as primary data, and journals and books as secondary data. The results of the research show that behavior of 25 MIK students was classfied as good, namely (60%), and 2 were classified as poor namely (20%). This can be seen from students habits in everyday life regarding their lack of politeness

Pengembangan Komposisi Terbaik Bahan Baku Olahan Sabun Organik Daun Kersen (Sodasen) Sebagai Bodycare

Kersen leaves can be processed into bodycare in the form of liquid soap called Sodasen (Kersen Leaf Organic Soap). This product in the form of organic soap made from cherry leaves (Muntingia calabura) not only prioritizes skin health, but also offers an entrepreneurial concept based on sustainability and concern for the environment. The making of Sodasen has been carried out by the Entrepreneurship Student Creativity Program Team (PKM-K) of Forestry Study Program Students with the guidance of one of the service team lecturers. However, there are still obstacles in developing the best composition to produce marketable Sodasen. Based on this, it is necessary to conduct training and assistance to partners (PKM-K Team) to find the best formula or composition production technology in making Sodasen soap and carry out SNI standard soap quality test testing so that Sodasen soap products can be in demand by the market. The results of liquid soap quality testing obtained the best Sodasen liquid soap composition at a concentration of 10% meeting SNI standards on liquid soap quality.

Learning Management to Stimulate Critical Thinking in Islamic Religious Education Study Program Students

This research is motivated by the impact of learning management carried out by lecturers on students to think critically. because critical thinking is very necessary in everyday life. Critical thinking is a way for students to have an attitude of deeply about various things and problems that are different within their scope, which attitude involves activities in solving problems, making decisions, analyzing assumptions and organizing strategies and tactics. By having critical thinking skills, students can understand how to face, analyze and solve problems in facing challenges in the era of industrial revolution.Critical thinking learning management for students is effective in improving students' abilities in mastering concepts and subject matter as well as helping students' abilities in analyzing, interpreting and evaluating and being able to convey logical and systematic data presentations. Critical thinking learning management for students supports students' ability to know their own abilities, can interpret problems critically, strengthens students in searching for new information that was not previously known, in focusing a research, the researcher provides the formulation and objectives of the problem that will be reviewed in this research, namely: what lecturers do in the Islamic religious education study program to improve the critical thinking of students in the Islamic religious education study program. This research is included in descriptive qualitative research, with a qualitative approach. The results of the research show that lecturers in the Islamic religious education study program carry out 3 strategies in improving the critical thinking of students in the Islamic religious education study program: First, develop students' critical thinking skills in the aspect of identifying using methods, models and learning approaches. The methods used are lecture, discussion, question and answer, group assignment, project, collaborative, and inquiry methods by carrying out activities where students provide information to fellow students by explaining verbally and also through presentations from students. Second, the strategy for developing students' critical thinking skills in the analytical aspect is that students are presented with scientific problems and encouraged to analyze the material, then conclude and develop aspects of evaluating the problem, either cross-checking or checking the results of the conclusions. And third, the lecturer's strategy in developing students' critical thinking skills in the Islamic religious education study program in the aspect of evaluating problems.

The Relationship between Self-Concept and Self-Confidence in Islamic Religious Education Study Program Students

The Relationship between Self-Concept and Self-Confidence in Islamic Religious Education Study Program Students

Differentiated Science Student Worksheets : What is the Level of Collaboration Skills of Students of the Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program?

This study aims to develop content-differentiated science student worksheets for students of the elementary school teacher education study program, especially on the subject of the human respiratory system, and analyze its effect on student collaboration skills. This research method used research and development with the 4D model (define, design, development, and dissemination). The sample in this study was 142 2nd semester students of elementary school teacher education study program at PGRI University Yogyakarta. The data was taken through student worksheets documentation, score lists, interviews, observations, validation assessment scales, and student collaboration skills questionnaires. The data analysis technique in this study used qualitative descriptive analysis techniques. Based on the research results, the student worksheets products that have been developed meet the validity criteria with an overall average of 97% in the very valid category. The validity and reliability results of the student collaboration skills questionnaire for the student worksheets developed have met the valid and reliable criteria. The results of the student collaboration skills trial given to 142 students on the developed student worksheets were the order of the number of students who always carried out collaboration skills starting from the responsible aspect (79%), the respect aspect (77%), the productive work aspect (71 %), aspects show flexibility (71%), and aspects contribute actively (38%). Meanwhile, the average number of students is 22% of students at a good level in collaborating and 78% of students are very good at collaborating.