The Effect of Peer Feedback Technique in Improving Students’ Writing Skill in Descriptive Text

The purpose of this research was to determine whether peer feedback techniques can improve students' writing skills at Man Insan Cendekia KOTA PALU. This research employed a quasi-experimental design, which consisted of two groups, namely the control group and the experimental group. Researchers gave pre-tests to determine the ability of the two groups before giving treatment. The pre-test result showed that the control group scored higher than the experimental group. Then, the researchers gave the treatment using peer feedback techniques in the learning process to the experimental group. Finally, researchers gave the post-test to both groups. The post-test result showed that the experimental group achieved higher scores compared to the control group. It is because of the use of peer feedback techniques that students can identify mistakes in their writing and receive suggestions from peers, so they are able to write texts well according to comments and suggestions from their friends. The results of the research show that the use of peer feedback techniques has a positive effect on improving students' writing skills at Man Insan Cendekia Kota Pal

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN WAITING TIME AND NURSE EMPATHY TOWARDS PATIENT SATISFACTION INTHE NEUROSURGERY POLYCLINIC OF ARIFIN ACHMAD REGIONAL HOSPITAL RIAU PROVINCE

Introduction: Patient satisfaction in the neurosurgery polyclinic is influenced by waiting time (standard < 60 minutes) and nurse empathy. Long waiting times can lead to patient anxiety and dissatisfaction. This study aimed to examine the relationship between waiting time and nurse empathy and their impact on patient satisfaction. Methods: This was a quantitative study with a descriptive correlational design using a cross-sectional approach. The study involved 89 respondents selected through consecutive sampling. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed using bivariate analysis with the Fisher’s Exact Test. Results: Of the respondents, 19 (23.3%) experienced short waiting times and 70 (78.7%) experienced long waiting times. Regarding nurse empathy, 3 respondents (3.4%) perceived it as moderate and 86 (96.6%) as high. For patient satisfaction, 67 respondents (75.3%) reported moderate satisfaction, while 22 (24.7%) reported high satisfaction. Fisher’s Exact Test showed no significant relationship between waiting time and patient satisfaction (p = 0.382), nor between nurse empathy and patient satisfaction (p = 0.150). Discussion: Although waiting time did not significantly affect patient satisfaction, reducing waiting time remains important for improving efficiency and comfort. This can be achieved through improved service flow, more efficient doctor scheduling, and increased room and facility capacity

A Corpus-Based Analysis of Vocabulary Load and Coverage in Indonesian EFL Textbook For 8th Grade

This research examines the vocabulary profile in 8th grade Indonesian EFL textbooks published by the Indonesian Ministry of Education in 2022 through a corpus-based approach. The study is aimed to draw a vocabulary profile of high-, mid- and low-frequency based category of vocabulary levels. In addition, the research also reports the estimated number of vocabulary size required to promote an adequate reading comprehension, where 95% and 98% coverage are regarded as the threshold. The textbook examined was obtained from the Indonesian Book Information System and prepared as analyzable corpora. The corpora consist of 27188 tokens is analyzed using Range program to obtain preliminary data analysis. The first research question revealed that the textbook contains approximately 85% of high-frequency words, followed by 7% and 0.3% of mid- and low- frequency words respectively. The second research question showed that in order to reach reading comprehension threshold of 95%, the learners need the knowledge of 3000 word-families, and additional one-thousand-word families to reach 98% of text coverage. At the end, the findings of this study suggest pedagogical implication for teachers, practical implication for textbook authors, and basis for subsequent research.&nbsp

Koperasi sebagai Pilar Pemberdayaan Ekonomi dan Sosial: Tinjauan Literatur Sistematis

Cooperatives have an important role in improving the economic and social welfare of their members. Through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) using the PRISMA method, this study found that cooperatives contribute to increased income, access to capital, job creation, and the growth of independent businesses. In addition, cooperatives also strengthen social relations, empower women, expand access to education, and build solidarity in the community. Co-operatives provide a collaborative platform for their members to support each other and share resources to achieve shared prosperity. However, cooperatives still face various challenges, including regulatory constraints, limited access to finance, and low managerial skills in business management. To optimise their role, innovative strategies such as increasing cooperative literacy, utilising digital technology, and actively engaging stakeholders are needed. Thus, cooperatives not only function as economic instruments, but also as key elements in creating sustainable and inclusive social welfare for all their members.    Koperasi memiliki peran penting dalam meningkatkan kesejahteraan ekonomi dan sosial anggotanya. Melalui Tinjauan Literatur Sistematis (SLR) dengan metode PRISMA, penelitian ini menemukan bahwa koperasi berkontribusi pada peningkatan pendapatan, akses modal, penciptaan lapangan kerja, serta pertumbuhan usaha mandiri. Selain itu, koperasi juga memperkuat hubungan sosial, memberdayakan perempuan, memperluas akses pendidikan, serta membangun solidaritas di tengah masyarakat. Koperasi menjadi wadah kolaborasi bagi anggotanya untuk saling mendukung dan berbagi sumber daya demi mencapai kesejahteraan bersama. Namun, koperasi masih menghadapi berbagai tantangan, termasuk kendala regulasi, keterbatasan akses keuangan, serta rendahnya kemampuan manajerial dalam pengelolaan usaha. Untuk mengoptimalkan perannya, diperlukan strategi inovatif seperti peningkatan literasi koperasi, pemanfaatan teknologi digital, serta keterlibatan aktif pemangku kepentingan. Dengan demikian, koperasi tidak hanya berfungsi sebagai instrumen ekonomi, tetapi juga sebagai elemen kunci dalam menciptakan kesejahteraan sosial yang berkelanjutan dan inklusif bagi seluruh anggotanya. &nbsp

The Effectiveness of Kahoot! in Enhancing Vocabulary Skills Among Sixth-Grade Students

Vocabulary is a crucial aspect of language learning, impacting the four core skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. A strong vocabulary foundation enables students to understand spoken language, express their ideas effectively, comprehend texts, and produce well-structured written content. However, vocabulary acquisition remains a challenge for many students, particularly when conventional teaching methods fail to engage them, resulting in difficulties in memorization, lack of motivation, and monotonous learning experiences. To overcome these challenges, innovative strategies like gamification have been introduced to enhance engagement and learning outcomes. One effective approach is using Kahoot!, a game-based learning platform that integrates interactive quizzes and competition to make learning enjoyable. Research indicates that gamified learning environments boost motivation, participation, and vocabulary retention. This study explores the effectiveness of Kahoot! in improving vocabulary skills among sixth-grade students at SD Negeri Penggarutan 01 Brebes. A quantitative pre-experimental design was used, involving 18 students selected through purposive sampling. Vocabulary tests were conducted as both pre-test and post-test to measure the impact of Kahoot!, with data analysed using SPSS 22, including descriptive statistics and a paired sample t-test. Results showed a significant improvement in vocabulary scores, with the mean increasing from 72.50 in the pre-test to 79.17 in the post-test. The paired sample t-test yielded a significance value of 0.000 (p<0.05), confirming Kahoot!'s effectiveness. The study concludes that Kahoot! is a valuable tool for vocabulary learning, fostering motivation, participation, and retention

Jungian Reading: Exploring Mariner’s Self States through Individuation in The Rime of the Ancient Mariner

This study presents a Jungian reading of Samuel Taylor Coleridge's “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner”, focusing on the Mariner’s psychological transformation through the lens of individuation. Using close reading as the primary method, the analysis explores how the Mariner’s self-states align with Carl Jung’s key archetypes—such as the ego, shadow, anima, and Self—each representing different stages of the individuation process. The Mariner's journey from guilt and alienation, symbolized by the killing of the albatross, to spiritual reconciliation, as reflected in his blessing of the water snakes, mirrors Jung’s theory of integrating unconscious elements into consciousness. This interpretation provides a deeper understanding of the Mariner’s inner conflict and eventual self-realization, while also highlighting the value of applying Jungian psychology to literary analysis. The study underscores how symbolic journeys in literature can mirror the complex process of psychological individuation and self-discovery &nbsp

Efektivitas Literasi Kesehatan Pada Lansia: Sebuah Systematic Review

Latar Belakang: Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui efektivitas literasi kesehatan pada lansia. Metode: Metode yang digunakan adalah Systematic Literature Review (SLR). Langkah – langkah dalam SLR yaitu seperti identifikasi, seleksi, evaluasi, dan sintesis literatur ilmiah yang ada secara sistematis. Protokol yang digunakan dalam SLR ini yaitu Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyzes (PRISMA). Data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan database Scopus. Hasil: Berdasarkan hasil pencarian yang dilakukan dengan menggunakan kajian literatur sistematis terdapat 1.965 artikel yang kemudian menjadi 16 artikel yang masuk pada proses akhir review. Hasil identifikasi data menyebutkan bahwa literatur sistematis yang sudah dipaparkan dapat dinilai bahwa literasi kesehatan pada orang dengan usia lanjut tetap efektif untuk meingkatkan kesehatannya. Diskusi: Peningkatan literasi kesehatan dapat memberikan dampak positif yang lebih luas bagi kualitas hidup lansi

Hubungan Pengetahuan dan Kebiasaan Merokok Orang Tua Dalam Rumah Dengan Kejadian Pneumonia Pada Anak di Puskesmas Kamonji

Latar Belakang : Kejadian pneumonia dapat disebabkan oleh beberapa faktor seperti pengetahuan dan kebiasaan merokok dalam rumah. Studi pendahuluan menunjukkan bahwa dari 5 orang tua yang memiliki anak dengan pneumonia, mereka tidak mengetahui apa itu pneumonia dan memiliki kebiasaan merokok dalam rumah. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk membuktikan hubungan antara pengetahuan orang tua dan kebiasaan merokok di rumah dengan kejadian pneumonia pada anak di Puskesmas Kamonji. Metode : Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan desain penelitian cross sectional. Populasi penelitian ini adalah seluruh orang tua yang membawa anaknya berobat ke Puskesmas Kamonji, dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 41 responden yang diambil dengan teknik purposive sampling.  Hasil : Penelitian dari 41 responden menunjukkan sebanyak 21 responden (51%) memiliki pengetahuan yang cukup, sebanyak 27 responden (66%) merupakan perokok, dan sebagian besar sebanyak 33 responden (81%) tidak mengalami pneumonia. Hasil uji statistik menunjukkan bahwa pengetahuan dengan kejadian pneumonia p-value = 0,018, dan untuk kebiasaan merokok di dalam rumah dengan kejadian pneumonia p-value = 0,035. Bagi Puskesmas Kamonji. Diskusi : diharapkan dapat memberikan penyuluhan kepada keluarga mengenai bahaya merokok di dalam rumah dan meningkatkan pengetahuan orang tua untuk mencegah terjadinya pneumonia pada anak

Transformasi Pola Konsumsi Masyarakat Indonesia di Era Digital: Implikasi terhadap Keberlanjutan Ekonomi dalam Perspektif SDG 12

Digital transformation has significantly changed Indonesians' consumption patterns, driven by the development of e-commerce and the digitization of financial services. Easy access to goods and services through online platforms increases consumption, but also poses challenges to economic sustainability, such as resource exploitation, increased waste, and the risk of impulsive consumption. This research aims to analyze how changes in consumption patterns in the digital era can be directed towards more sustainable practices in accordance with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 12. The research method used is Systematic Literature Review (SLR) with the PRISMA approach to screen and analyze literature related to digital consumption transformation and its impact on economic sustainability. The data was analyzed thematically to identify the driving factors of consumption change in the digital era. The results show that digitalization increases consumption efficiency, but also risks encouraging impulsive shopping patterns and increasing waste from e-commerce. On the other hand, digital technology has the potential to support sustainable consumption through innovations such as big data, artificial intelligence, and supply chain optimization. In conclusion, supportive regulations, increased digital literacy, and economic policies that balance consumption growth with sustainability principles are needed so that digitalization does not become a threat to economic and environmental stability.Transformasi digital telah mengubah pola konsumsi masyarakat Indonesia secara signifikan, didorong oleh perkembangan e-commerce dan digitalisasi layanan keuangan. Kemudahan akses terhadap barang dan jasa melalui platform daring meningkatkan konsumsi, tetapi juga menimbulkan tantangan terhadap keberlanjutan ekonomi, seperti eksploitasi sumber daya, peningkatan limbah, dan risiko konsumtif impulsif. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis bagaimana perubahan pola konsumsi di era digital dapat diarahkan menuju praktik yang lebih berkelanjutan sesuai dengan Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 12. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Systematic Literature Review (SLR) dengan pendekatan PRISMA untuk menyaring dan menganalisis literatur terkait transformasi konsumsi digital dan dampaknya terhadap keberlanjutan ekonomi. Data dianalisis secara tematik untuk mengidentifikasi faktor pendorong perubahan konsumsi di era digital. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa digitalisasi meningkatkan efisiensi konsumsi, tetapi juga berisiko mendorong pola belanja impulsif dan meningkatnya limbah dari e-commerce. Di sisi lain, teknologi digital berpotensi mendukung konsumsi berkelanjutan melalui inovasi seperti big data, kecerdasan buatan, dan optimalisasi rantai pasok. Kesimpulannya, diperlukan regulasi yang mendukung, peningkatan literasi digital, serta kebijakan ekonomi yang menyeimbangkan pertumbuhan konsumsi dengan prinsip keberlanjutan agar digitalisasi tidak menjadi ancaman bagi stabilitas ekonomi dan lingkungan. &nbsp

Beyond Instructions: Exploring the Power of Directives in EFL Tutoring

This study explores the directive illocutionary acts produced by a tutor in a Small England Class during English teaching and learning. This research was conducted to find out the types of directive illocutionary acts employed, identifying the most and least frequent types and their implications. The data were analyzed by the descriptive qualitative method, and collected by recording the teaching and learning process, watching and listening to the video, transcribing the video, and classifying the tutor’s utterance into directive illocutionary acts. The writer applied Searle’s theory to the types of directive illocutionary acts which include direct, request, ask, urge, tell, require, demand, command, order, forbid, prohibit, enjoin, permit, suggest, insist, warn, advise, recommend, beg, supplicate, entreat, beseech, implore, and pray. The result of the study revealed that there are a total of 429 data points found in the speech, with command being the most dominant with a total of 247 (57.58%), followed by ask at 156 (36.36%), request at 12 (2.80%), suggest at 5 (1.17%), forbid at 3 (0.70%), recommend at 3 (0.70%) and the last three sequences (advise, tell, and urge) being the least dominant at 1 (0.23%). The findings indicate that commands were the most prevalent type of directive illocutionary acts, as they were mainly used to get the students to perform a specific action that the tutor desired i.e., translating the tutor’s speech into English when drilling session