Timor University Research Articles

Strengthening Student Nationalism Through Civic Education at Timor University

This research aims to (1) Describe the strengthening of student nationalism through civic education at Timor University, (2) Analyze the obstacles and challenges in strengthening student nationalism through civic education at Timor University, (3) Analyze the efforts made in facing challenges and obstacles in strengthening student nationalism through civic education at Timor University. This research uses a case study method with a qualitative approach. Determination of research data sources using purposive techniques, namely: Civics lecturers, and Civics class students. Data collection techniques using observation, interviews and documentation techniques. Data analysis uses the Miles, Huberman, and Saldana model with three stages, namely: data condensation, data presentation and conclusion drawing. The results of this study indicate that (1) strengthening student nationalism through civic education is carried out by applying innovative and interactive learning methods, namely, lectures, discussions, and hands-on learning. (2) challenges and obstacles in strengthening student nationalism in the border region of Indonesia and Timor Leste are the complexity of cultural identity, limited facilities in learning, and technological developments. (3) efforts made in overcoming challenges and obstacles in strengthening student nationalism through civic education in the border areas of Indonesia and Timor Leste are carried out with several activities, namely the development of more interactive learning methods such as project-based learning, empowerment programs for nationalism values

Eco-literacy in the digital age: Comparing student comprehension with AI capabilities

The role of AI in eco-literacy education is crucial in today's technological era. Students increasingly engage with digital texts, such as fiction, enhancing their understanding of eco-literacy. This study compares the eco-literacy skills of university students and AI to evaluate their effectiveness in environmental education. Participants included 199 students from Makassar State University and Timor University in Indonesia and ten web-based AI chatbots running various large language models. Instruments included a 20-item multiple-choice test for input eco-literacy and a short story synopsis task, "Pohon Larangan di Bengayoan" (Prohibited Tree in Bengayoan) for output eco-literacy, distributed via Google Forms. The study applied independent sample t-test analysis and Yuen's test for robustness using Jamovi 2.4.8.0 software. Results showed no significant gender differences in students' eco-literacy but significant differences between universities, with Makassar State University students performing better. AI outperformed students, highlighting AI's potential in eco-literacy education and the need for curriculum enhancement in universities. Future research should involve broader samples and comprehensive assessment methods.

Eco Enzyme Sebagai Alternatif Pengolahan Limbah Lahan Pertanian dan Rumah Tangga Menjadi Pupuk Organik Bagi Petani di Desa Nian

Problems related to waste have become a hot issue in the community and have received serious attention from policymakers. One practical way to overcome this problem is to manufacture eco-enzyme products whose raw materials use organic waste. Eco enzyme is a fermented process from organic kitchen waste such as fruit and vegetable pulp, sugar, and water until it becomes the final product in liquid fertilizer. This service aims to describe community social activities to overcome waste problems using the eco enzyme concept. The activities carried out were providing counseling related to how to manage household organic waste into eco-enzyme products, introducing and training the use of composter technology to process household organic waste into eco-enzyme products, and motivating and encouraging people to manage household waste into products of economic value. This study uses several methods such as presentation, discussion, question and answer, training, and evaluation handled by lecturers of the Faculty of Agriculture, Timor University. The study results show that people can apply eco enzyme technology, know how to use it, and produce economic value from organic waste.

The Influence of Flexible Working on Performance with Job Satisfaction as A Mediator on Lecturers with A Millennial Generation Background at the Timor University

This research aims to determine the significance of the influence of flexible working on performance directly and indirectly, which is mediated by job satisfaction. The research method approach is quantitative, using primary data from questionnaires to 149 millennial lecturers at the University of Timor who were the research samples. The data obtained was then analyzed using the Partial Least Square (PLS) approach using the SmartPLS program. This research shows that flexible working directly significantly affects the job satisfaction of lecturers with millennial generation backgrounds at the University of Timor. Directly, job satisfaction also significantly affects the performance of lecturers with a millennial generation background at the University of Timor. Directly, flexible working does not significantly affect the performance of lecturers with a millennial generation background at the University of Timor. Indirectly, flexible working significantly affects the performance of lecturers with a millennial generation background at the University of Timor through job satisfaction as a mediating variable.

The Impact of The Presence of the University of Timor on the Economy of Local Communities in North Central Timor District

In the last decade, the North Central Timor Regency in East Nusa Tenggara Province has become a new center of economic growth. This is due to the presence of a higher education institution known as the University of Timor. The presence of this university has a positive impact on small and medium businesses due to the significant flow of educational migration. Therefore, this research aims to identify the partial or simultaneous influence of three main variables, namely social and cultural patterns, educational accessibility, and community thought patterns and attitudes, on the welfare of people involved in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). ). The analytical method used is multiple linear regression, involving a sample of 100 respondents from a total of 693 MSME actors. Sampling was carried out randomly using the Simple Random Sampling technique based on the Slovin formula. The research results show that these three variables have a significant positive effect on the welfare of MSMEs in the North Central Timor Regency.

Development “Sincatensa”, a Plant Sensing System Application in Land Dry Areas Using Qr-Code

Recognition or identification is important to make it easier for us to recognize a type of plant or plant community. Each type has characteristics that have adapted to its habitat. Plants that exist in dry land areas including those around the University of Timor campus, it is necessary to identify or carry out scanning to identify names, characteristics and benefits and status in nature. Scanning is often done manually so that it is sometimes less effective and efficient familiar to the lay public. The aim of this research is to integrate scanning methods with optimizing ICT media such as using the “Sincatanesa” (Plant Scanning System) application with QR Code. The method used is a combination between observation methods and identifying specific tree growth forms and input into the “Sincatanesa” application which has been designed by researcher. Taxonomic data ranging from kingdom to species, habitus, benefits and IUCN status of each existing tree. Then make it QR Code attached to each tree. There were 18 types of trees identified and a QR Code was created for identification in the “Sincatanesa” application. The data stored is internet based so there will be a lot of data that can be stored, can be edited easily It's easy and just scan the barcode to identify the tree. Hopefully this application is known and used by all academic community at the University of Timor and the wider community. Furthermore, the “Sincatanesa” application can be developed based on smartphone so that it becomes more flexible and easier to use.

Inovasi Teknologi Budidaya Sayuran pada Lahan Kering Melalui Pupuk Organik dan Vertikultur dengan Sistem Fertigasi Sumbu di Desa Napan Kabupaten Timor Tengah Utara NTT

This community service aims to increase the innovation of farmer groups in implementing vegetable cultivation technology in dry land through organic fertilizer and verticulture with a wick fertigation system. The method applied in this service uses counseling and training (learning by doing). The implementation was carried out on the agricultural land of the Nunuh Naek and Taruna Tani Farmer Group in October – December 2023. This activity involved the Napan Village Government and the North Bikomi District Agricultural Extension Officer to support the partner team together with the Implementing Team (University of Timor) and the Accompanying Team (Widya Catholic University Mandala Surabaya) to develop regional development programs in accordance with the relationship between Kosabangsa and RPJMD activities. The results of the service concluded that there was an increase in the ability of farmer groups to independently design verticulture with a wick fertigation system as an innovation in cultivating vegetables on dry land; able to apply Ribon Atom I as a soil amendment as well as adding nutrients to plants; and increasing the ability of partners in agribusiness management of horticultural farming.

HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS’ CHALLENGES IN WRITING JOURNAL ARTICLES: CHARACTERISTICS AND PROPOSED SOLUTIONS

This qualitative study aimed to identify the challenges faced by final semester students in Indonesian tertiary institutions when writing journal articles, and propose potential solutions to these challenges. The study analyzed 32 articles published in Timor University e-journals, selected purposively from 16 study programs. Results showed that the majority of articles (59%) scored 75, indicating a need for improvement. The most significant challenges faced by students were related to introduction and method (13%), results (13%), and discussion (13%). These findings were consistent with the results of a questionnaire analysis, which identified method and abstract (22%), discussion (30%), and all parts (26%) as problematic areas for students. To address these issues, the study proposes a formal mandate requiring all lecturers to accompany their students in writing journal articles. This mandate would provide students with necessary support and guidance to improve their writing skills and meet the acceptable journal template requirements. The proposed solutions aim to alleviate the academic burden faced by thesis advisors, editors, and reviewers, while also improving the quality of articles produced by students.

Sosialisasi Penggunaan Pedoman Bimbingan Akademik Mahasiswa Pada Dosen Program Studi Manajemen Fakultas Ekonomi Dan Bisnis Universitas Timor

Problems related to students making mistakes in programming courses, students not completing their studies on time and students not experiencing an increase in their cumulative achievement index, are still frequently encountered among students in the Management Study Program. Program, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Timor. This community service aims to ensure that academic supervisors can understand and use these guidelines as support in the academic guidance of each of their student supervisors. The methods used in this activity were lectures, discussions and questions and answers and a final survey was held as material for evaluating the activity to determine participants' understanding after carrying out this socialization. This socialization was carried out in one of the lecture rooms of the FEB UNIMOR Management Study Program by explaining the contents of the academic guidance guidelines and explaining the importance of using academic guidance guidelines in supporting the effectiveness and efficiency of the implementation of academic guidance. in the Management Study Program, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Timor. This activity was attended by 23 PA Management Study Program lecturers. The results of this service activity are very useful in supporting the implementation of effective and efficient academic guidance where lecturers know what the academic guidance mechanism is like, guidance time, academic guidance objectives and increase the knowledge and attitudes of PA lecturers in Management. The Study Program carries out academic guidance with students and is expected to be able to change, reduce the number of students who make mistakes in programming their courses, assist lecturers in guiding students so that more students complete their studies on time, assist PA lecturers in guiding their students so that their achievement index increases cumulative.

Analysis Of The Influence Of Student Perceptions On The Use Of Bri Mobile (Brimo) In Registering Tuition Fees

This research aims to determine the influence of perceptions or views regarding usefulness, ease of use, security, and risk on the decision to use BRI Mobile (BRImo). This type of research is explanatory research which explains the causal relationship between variables through hypothesis testing. This research used a population of 107 and a sample of 85 respondents determined based on the Slovin formula. This population is University of Timor (UNIMOR) students who use BRI Mobile to pay tuition fees. Primary data was obtained by distributing questionnaires to 85 FEB Unimor students using BRImo. The analysis technique used is hypothesis testing using the T-test and F-test and multiple linear regression. Data analysis was assisted using IBM SPSS statistics for Windows version 29 and Microsoft Office Excel 2007. From the results of testing the four hypotheses, it can be concluded that the variables of perceived usefulness and ease of use do not influence the decision to use BRImo, while perceptions of security and risk influence the decision to use BRImo. This means that interest in using BRI Mobile is still not commonly used by UNIMOR students due to a lack of knowledge about the benefits and ease of using BRImo and the increasing number of trust issues regarding misuse of online payment applications.

Assessing text comprehension proficiency: Indonesian higher education students vs ChatGPT

AI has developed rapidly. However, AI research in applied linguistics in the field of language education in Indonesia still needs to be expanded to reading and writing skills. This research aims to explore students' skills in writing summaries and understanding the historical theme of the development of the Indonesian language with AI based on gender and university aspects. The quantitative method uses descriptive statistical analysis techniques, independent sample t-test, and Welch One-Way ANOVA. The research sample was 288 students from Makassar State University, Timor University, and Makassar Health Polytechnic. The results show that ChatGPT is significantly better at reprocessing text than students based on the aspects measured. ChatGPT outperforms almost every aspect of the assessment. However, in the MCT_Score aspect, the average for Universitas Negeri Makassar students is slightly higher than ChatGPT and the other two universities. Meanwhile, the Makassar Health Polytechnic almost matches the average ChatGPT score. Apart from that, the Universitas Timor average seems significantly different, with a score range of only 6.00 – 7.00. This research contributes to developing the Indonesian curriculum using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. The government can use these findings as a basis for making better policies to improve the quality of education. This research implies that Indonesian students have a gap in understanding texts compared to ChatGPT. The first implication is the need to revise and develop the educational curriculum. Therefore, future research can examine text comprehension abilities in more specific contexts, such as scientific texts, journalism, literature, or specific scientific disciplines. It can provide more detailed insight into students' strategies for overcoming difficulties in understanding texts. In addition, future research will be conducted on the broader impact of using Artificial Intelligence technology in language education on the development of student text comprehension and the potential social and ethical impacts.

Pelatihan Penentuan “Expired date” Produk Minuman Instan Berbahan Tanaman Obat Pada Kelompok Usaha di Kecamatan Insana Barat

The processing of rhizome plants such as ginger, turmeric, white turmeric and ginger into instant products carried out by three (3) Joint Business Groups (KUB) in the West Insana District area has long been known and has been marketed widely both in TTU Regency and outside the area. (Belu, Malacca and Flores). Products that have been accepted by the public must be balanced with the quality of the packaging, where one of the quality attributes is the expiry date information. Until now, the inclusion of expiration dates on packaging is still based on assumptions/conjectures and not based on scientific studies with accurate calculation methods, so it cannot fully guarantee consumer safety for the products they consume. This community service activity uses lecture and practical methods which are divided into 2 stages, namely stage 1: socializing the importance of including Expired date information on packaging as a form of producer responsibility and this activity is carried out in 4 KUBs in the West Insana District area (KUB Tnoumat II, KUB Lestari, KUB Prima Mandiri and KUB Melati) at the location of one of the KUBs, namely Usapinonot Village, and continued with stage 2 of training in determining accurate product quality in the form of practices carried out at the Laboratory of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Timor. The result of this activity is an increase in the understanding and knowledge of the medicinal plant rhizome processing community in the West Insana District area regarding determining product thickness accurately and more responsibly to improve product quality and the level of consumer confidence, expand the market and contribute to advancing the regional economy

Perubahan Panjang Badan, Tinggi Pinggul Dan Tinggi Pundak Kambing Kacang Jantan Yang Mengalami Tingkat Pembatasan Pakan Yang Berbeda

This study aims to determine the increase in body length, hip height and shoulder height of Kacang goat at different levels of food restriction. The research was carried out in the goat pen of the Agriculture Faculty, Timor University from June until September 2022. The cattle used were 15 male Kacang goats with an average body weight of 10-15 kilograms (kg). This study used a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) experiment methode consisting of 3 treatments and 5 replications. The treatments used in this study were: T0 = Cattle without being restricted by feed, T1 = Cattle being limited by feed (100%) of maintenance life, T2 = Cattle being limited by feed (50%) of maintenance life. The variables observed in this study were body length, hip height and shoulder height. The data analyzed by using Analysis of Variance (Anova) and Duncan's multiple range test. The results showed that the average change in body length of male Kacang goat in the T0, T1, and T2 treatments was 0.040; -0.050; and -0.060 cm/head/day, respectively. Shoulder height of 0.060; -0.080; and -0.083 cm/head/day, respectively. Hip height of 0.087; -0.090; and -0.10 cm/head/day, respectively. Statistical analysis showed that the treatment had a significant effect on body length, shoulder height and hip height of male kacang goats (P<0.05). It was concluded that the T0 treatment without being restricted by feed gave the best results on changes in body length, shoulder height, and hip height in male Kacang goat.

MULTILITERACIES PEDAGOGY: A CASE STUDY OF CRITICAL READING IN ELT CLASSROOM BY IMPLEMENTING SITUATED PRACTICE

This research study aims to investigate the implementation of situated practice in multiliteracy teaching within an English Language Teaching (ELT) classroom, specifically focusing on critical reading activities. This study employed a qualitative approach. The study focuses on lecturers delivering lectures to third-year students enrolled in the English Study Program at Teacher Training and Educational Faculty, Timor University, East Nusa Tenggara Province. To analyze the data gathered and insights linked to the situated practice of multiliterate teaching in the ELT classroom, data were transcribed, encoded, displayed, and interpreted. The collected data is subjected to a comprehensive analysis to assess the effectiveness of implementing the situated practice of the multiliteracies pedagogical framework through students' critical reading. The findings revealed a significant enhancement in students' critical thinking abilities due to engaging in a series of learning activities within the Multiliteracy Pedagogy framework.

Uji Komposisi Biochar Sekam Padi Selama Penyimpanan terhadap Viabilitas Isolat RTCR01 sebagai Carrier Pupuk Hayati di Kabupaten Timor Tengah Utara

Carrier material is one of the significant factors for the success of using biofertilizer since it plays an important role in maintaining microbial viability of which contained in it. This study aimed to find out the composition of carrier materials of rice husk biochar for the viability of isolate RTCR01. This study was conducted at Agriculture Laboratory of Timor University. It started out with isolate RTCR01 recultivation, culture making for nutrient broth media, rice husk biochar making, and injection of 10 ml culture of isolate RTCR01 on various compositions of carrier materials of rice husk biochar. Viability of isolate RTCR01 was observed every week using plate count method on PCA media, while data analysis of the effect of rice husk biochar on the bacterial viability used descriptive analysis. Results of this study suggested that the composition that showed the highest viability of isolate RTCR01 was on the first week of storage namely C3: biochar of 500 gr + tapioca flour of 250 gr + cow dung of 250 gr, meanwhile the viability at the end of storage period on the 8th week included C1: biochar of 500 gr. Observation result suggested that all treatments using the composition of rice husk biochar can maintain bacterial viability during the storage period for 8 weeks.

PELATIHAN KEMAMPUAN MENDESKRIPSIKAN TEMPAT WISATA TANJUNG BASTIAN DALAM BAHASA INGGRIS MASYARAKAT PESISIR PANTAI WINI PERBATASAN NKRI-RDTL

The community service of the English Speaking Skill Training for the Wini Coastal Community at the NKRI-RDTL border was carried out by a service team, namely lecturers and university students from the University of Timor. Wini Beach is located in North Insana District, North Central Timor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara. The training was held for three days at the Hamusu Wini Village Office and Community Center. The method used in this training is a speaking test of Describing Tanjung Bastian by a guide to foreign tourists. The number of community service participants is 39, ranging from 14 - 40 years old, from various backgrounds. After the training, it can be concluded that the trainees can describe Tanjung Bastian in English. The servicers also suggested that similar training could be carried out to improve the knowledge and fluency of the Wini coastal community in speaking English.

Study of eban local garlic yield potential using sustainable cultivation technology in the North Central Timor District

This study aims to determine the effect of the best types of mulch and organic fertilizer on the growth and yield of local Eban garlic. This research was conducted from May to October 2022 on the land of the Melati Women Farmer Group (WFG), Salu Village, West Miomaffo District, North Central Timor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, and the Laboratory of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Timor. The experimental design used was a spit-plot design with three replications. The treatment consists of two factors: The first factor is the use of mulch, which consists of three levels, namely: TO = without mulch; T1 = organic mulch (rice straw mulch); and T2 = inorganic mulch (plastic mulch). The second factor was the use of cow manure, consisting of four levels, namely: P0 = no fertilizer (without treatment), P1 = cow manure (20 t/ha) + rice husk biochar, P2 = cow manure (20 t/ha) + biochar compost, and P3 = cow manure (20 t/ha) + biochar compost tea. The treatment combinations were T0P0, T0P1, T0P2, T0P3, T1P0, T1P1, T1P2, T1P3, T2P0, T2P1, T2P2, and T2P3 with 3 replications, so that 36 units were obtained. The results of the study showed that the combination treatment of straw mulch and cow manure (20 t/ha) plus rice husk biochar gave the best results on the local garlic yield index parameter eban (9.92).

Building A Web-Based Final Project Detection Information System with Incremental Method and Jaccard Similarity Algorithm

Thesis is a scientific work and one of the graduation requirements for students in tertiary institutions. The process of implementing the thesis at the Information Technology Study Program at the University of Timor is still done manually, starting from submitting titles to data processing which allows for duplicate titles, difficulty finding data and losing data. For this reason, a system is needed to avoid the risk of duplicate titles and difficulty finding the data. So in this study an information system will be built to detect the similarity of the title of the final project (Thesis) using the incremental method and the Jaccard similarity algorithm as a plagiarism detection algorithm. The application of the incremental method is due to its flexible nature and less risk of failure than other development methods. System testing is carried out on the functional system and using the User Acceptance Test. Based on the test results, this system facilitates Study Programs in submitting final assignment titles, finding final assignment data, minimizing the risk of duplicate titles through the Title Similarity Percentage testing feature to find out the highest level of similarity based on thesis title category and avoiding data loss.

Exploration of Lichenes in the Mutis Mount Area, Noepesu Village, West Miomaffo District

This study aims to explore and identify the types of Lichenes that exist at the Mutis Mount Area, Noepesu Village, West Miomaffo District, and the Biology Education Laboratory, University of Timor. This research was conducted for 6 months starting from May-October 2022. This research is descriptive qualitative research. Sampling used a purposive sampling method. The collected Lichenes were identified based on their characteristics using the determination key and then matched with the photo collection. Morphological observation of lichenes was conducted at the Biology Education Laboratory, University of Timor using a microscope. The result of observations and collections based on this research conducted in the Mutis Mount area found 29 species of Lichenes with 12 families, the species found were Septennium azureum, Parmotrema tinctorum, Parmotrema perlatum, Parmelia sulcate, Parmelia sp, Flavoparmelia afternoondians, Usnea hirta, Usnea sp 1, Pyxine subcinerea, Cryptothecia sp, Dirinaria sp, Lepraria Lobificans, Lepraria incana, Lepraria sp 1, Hydropunctaria maura, Candelariella sp, Arthonia ilicina, Arthonia Radiata, Arthonia Clemens, Graphis Scipta, Graphis sp1, Graphis sp2, Graphis sp3, Graphis sp4, Graphis sp5, Graphis sp6, Ramalina farinaceae, Cryptothechia striata, and Bacidia insularis. Lichenes were found in soil, weathered wood, tree trunks, and rocks with thallus morphology, namely Crustose, Foliose, Fructicose, and Squamulose.

The development of local plants e-module based on mobile learning for the subjects of botany and plant morphology

This research aims to know: 1) develop a local plant e module from Timor Tengah Utara Regency based on android mobile, 2) test the feasibility of a local plant e module from Timor Tengah Utara Regency based on android mobile on the aspect of substance/material and aspects of learning media. This type of research is development research using the Design and Development Research (DDR) method at the Validity stage which includes development, internal validation by material experts and learning media experts and external validation by third semester students of Biology Education Study Program, University of Timor as test participants. The results of this study are; 1) development of local plant modules from Timor Tengah Utara Regency based on mobile android in accordance with the Design and Development Research (DDR) development model at the Validity stage which includes development, internal validation, and external validation, 2) local plant modules from Timor Tengah Utara Regency based on android mobile is feasible to use in terms of substance/material and learning media. Based on the assessments of material experts and learning media experts, this module is in the "good" category, while the assessment by students as trial participants is in the "very good" category. The content of the E module is local plants originating from Timor Tengah Utara Regency which consists of several plants such as Santalum album, Pinus merkusii, Piper majusculum Blume, Coffea arabica, Arenga pinnata, Aleurites moluccana, Rhizophora apiculata, and so on. Each plant presented in the e module is equipped with its classification and morphology so that it is very useful for Biology students at the University of Timor in studying plant botany and morphology courses.