21st Century Student Learning Profile in the Era of Global Challenges

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This type of research is descriptive quantitative. This research aims to obtain students’ 21st  century learning profile. The subjects of this study consisted of 52 students of class XI of SMAN 14 Makassar. The method used in this research is survey method by using questionnaire instrument. The data obtained were then analysed using quantitative descriptive analysis techniques. The results of this study showed that the profile of 21st century learning in students at SMAN 14 Makassar was still relatively good. The results showed that although 21st century learning at SMAN 14 Makassar is still quite good, it still needs to be improved further. The active participation of students in the learning process can be a great potential that needs to be developed further to face the increasingly rapid global challenges. Therefore, the optimisation of 21st century learning at SMAN 14 Makassar becomes an evaluation material for stakeholders that really needs to be implemented to provide readiness to students in facing life in the future.

Digital Transformation of MSME Product Photography in Bandung: Visual Strategies to Enhance Competitiveness in the Online Marketplace

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Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play a vital role in Indonesia’s economy; however, many continue to face challenges in remaining competitive within the digital marketplace, particularly in terms of product visual marketing. This study aims to design an effective and affordable product photography strategy for MSMEs using a Design Thinking approach. A case study was conducted on Qaireenmoez, a fashion-based MSME located in Bandung, which incorporates traditional wastra Nusantara textiles as the core element of its products. The design process followed the five main stages of Design Thinking: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test. The initial phase identified several key issues, including the difficulty of visually expressing brand identity, limited access to professional photography services, and a lack of understanding of effective digital branding strategies. The resulting visual concept incorporated professional product photography techniques, consistent branding, inclusive model representation, and the enhancement of the aesthetic elements inherent to wastra textiles. During the testing phase, the product photo prototypes were evaluated by 100 potential consumers through an online survey. The results revealed that the newly designed visuals significantly improved consumer perception of the brand and increased purchase intention. These findings underscore the importance of user-centered and strategically designed visual content in enhancing the digital competitiveness of MSMEs. This research offers a replicable visual design model for other MSMEs with limited resources, while also contributing tangible support to the sustainable growth and visibility of MSMEs within the digital economy.

Asthma as a Type I Hypersensitivity Reaction and Laboratory Diagnosis: A Review of Current Literature

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Asthma is a common chronic respiratory disease affecting people worldwide. Globally, over 260 million people were estimated to have asthma in 2019, with an incidence peak in children aged 5–9 years. Prevalence tends to be higher in high-income countries (~6–8%) than in low- and middle-income countries (~2–5%). In Nigeria, national surveys find that 2.5% of people report doctor-diagnosed asthma, while 6.4% have “clinical asthma” (symptoms suggestive of asthma) and 9.0% report wheezing in the past year. Rates rise with age: e.g. 10–17-year-olds have clinical asthma in ~3–10%. In Southeast Nigeria (Enugu State), school-based studies similarly show high prevalence: one recent survey found overall bronchial asthma in ~11.3% of children, with urban pupils (13.1%) slightly more affected than rural (11.2%). Asthma is an IgE‐mediated type I hypersensitivity reaction characterized by an initial sensitization to inhaled allergens, followed by allergen challenge that triggers mast cell and basophil degranulation, resulting in bronchoconstriction, mucus hypersecretion, and airway inflammation. Understanding asthma immunopathology is essential for precision therapy. Therefore, a central objective is to precisely phenotype patients so that appropriate biologics can be selected. Standardized biomarkers are critical for this. For instance, serum total and specific IgE (or skin prick) assess atopy, blood eosinophil count and sputum eosinophils measure airway eosinophilia, and FeNO reflects IL-13–driven inflammation. International guidelines endorse such testing: NICE and ATS recommend FeNO for asthma diagnosis and monitoring, and ERS/ATS guidelines highlight sputum eosinophil counts and FeNO to guide therapy in severe casest. In practice, an elevated FeNO (>50 ppb) or blood eosinophils (≥150–300 cells/µL) suggests Type-2-high asthma responsive to steroids and biologics. Indeed, sputum-guided management (treating to maintain eosinophils <3%) reduces exacerbations, although its use is currently limited to specialty centres.

Alternative Food Supplements in the Form of Catfish Meal-Cowpea Based Biscuits and Their Implications for Acceptability

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Energy-protein deficiency is one of the nutritional disorders, the highest prevalence is in toddlers, pregnant, and breastfeeding mothers. has long-term impacts that result in slow growth and development, decreased intelligence, decreased immunity, productivity, and health and mental problems. However, energy-protein deficiency can be overcome through a high-energy and protein diet therapy program by providing additional food (PMT) in the form of biscuits, but PMT biscuits often experience stock limitations so that the KEP resolution program also always fluctuates following its availability, to solve the KEP problem, there needs to be innovation in nutrition through the use of local foods such as catfish and cowpeas which are processed and presented in the form of biscuit products as additional food substitutes. This study used an experimental method with a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) consisting of 5 treatments and 4 replications, the treatments are as follows; P0; commercial food supplement biscuits (control), P1; biscuits containing 10% catfish-cowpea flour, P2; biscuits containing 20% catfish-cowpea flour, P3; biscuits containing 30% fish meal-cowpea flour, P4; biscuits containing 40% catfish meal-cowpea flour. The data were analyzed using one way-Anova statistical test and continued with the least significant difference (LSD) test using SPSS 24 software. Based on the results of statistical tests using a one-way ANOVA test at a 95% confidence level (p <0.05), it shows that there is a significant difference (p = 0.027) in the color of the biscuits, there is a significant difference (p = 0.020) in the taste of the biscuits, while the texture of the biscuits shows an insignificant difference (p = 0.094), and the aroma of the biscuits also shows an insignificant difference (p = 0.091). The conclusion of this study is based on the results of the organoleptic test, this study shows the potential for using catfish flour and cowpeas as alternative raw materials to increase protein content in food products, but requires optimization in terms of consumer acceptance.

 

Impact of ICT on Teaching Learning of Biological Science at The Secondary Level

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Science and ICT are two important aspects of School education. Science deals with creative thoughts, ideas, problem-solving, critical analysis, and experimental practices.  Whereas ICT  in education refers to the use of information and communication technologies to improve teaching and learning processes. This includes a broad range of digital tools, platforms, and resources that can maintain various aspects of education. It supports experiential learning where students discover their interests, and abilities and learn through their own experiences. Biology as a branch of Science is generally taught with a concrete commitment to its disciplinary strength having its core elements and definite perimeter. The present article was an attempt to discuss the impact of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) on teaching learning of Biological science and its importance in better-understanding concepts of Biological Science at the secondary level. The audio-video content and virtual lab activities were used in teaching-learning strategies. The study was experimental and primary data were used for analysis of the study.

The Effectiveness of Good Corporate Governance in Reducing the Risk of Fraudulent Financial Reporting

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This study aims to examine the effectiveness of good corporate governance as proxied by the independent board, audit committee, managerial ownership, and institutional ownership in reducing the risk of fraudulent financial reporting in banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2020 to 2024. The analysis was conducted on 39 companies that met the research criteria, resulting in a total of 195 samples. Hypothesis testing was performed using multiple linear regression analysis with the assistance of the Eviews 12 software. The results indicate that the independent board has a negative and significant effect on the risk of fraudulent financial reporting, while managerial ownership has a positive and significant effect. In contrast, the audit committee and institutional ownership do not have a significant effect. Furthermore, the F-test shows that the independent variables simultaneously have a significant effect on the dependent variable. Based on the coefficient of determination (R2), 36.43% of the variation in the dependent variables can be explained by the independent variables.

The Effect of Problem-Based Learning Model Assisted by Star Tree Media on Learning Outcomes on The Material of Adding Numbers 1-10 Grade One Elementary School

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Learning (PBL) assisted by Star Tree media on learning outcomes on the material of adding numbers 1-10 in grade one elementary school. The background of the study is based on the low achievement of learning outcomes in learning mathematics in low grades, especially in addition material. This research used quasi-experiment method with posttest control group design. The research subjects were first grade students of SDN Senduro 01 consisting of 45 students, with details of 22 students as the experimental group and 23 students as the control group. The instruments used were learning outcomes test. The data were analyzed using Independent Samples t-test. The results of the analysis showed that there was a significant effect of the application of PBL model assisted by Star Tree media on learning outcomes. This finding shows that the integration of the PBL model with concrete visual media such as Star Tree can increase the effectiveness of mathematics learning in early grades. This research provides a theoretical contribution to the development of learning models that are in accordance with the cognitive development stage of elementary school students and provides practical alternatives for teachers in improving the quality of learning.

Survey on Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (MANETs) – Evolution, Social Networking, Application Use Cases and Future Considerations

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The increase in the use of mobile devices has sparked a corresponding increase in the number of mobile applications particularly in the social space. In this paper, we present a concise survey of the evolution of Mobile Adhoc Networks (MANETS) considering a variety of application-specific areas and research projects. In particular, the problems faced by the application of MANETs in social space are confronted from several architectural specific domains such as the Peer2Peer (P2P), Client-Server, and Decentralized modes. Suggestions for future improvements are equally provided in this short discourse.

Disparities in Village Apparatus Human Resources in Public Service Delivery in Bone Subdistrict, Bone Bolango Regency

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This study aims to analyze disparities in the human resources (HR) of village apparatus in public service delivery in Bone Subdistrict, Bone Bolango Regency, using the Human Capital Resources (HCR) framework with indicators of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience (KSAE). A qualitative approach was employed, with data collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. Data analysis was conducted using the interactive model by Miles and Huberman, comprising data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal: First, in terms of knowledge, officials in Monano and Ilohuuwa Villages generally understand public service regulations and basic administrative procedures. However, in Waluhu Village, understanding of regulations is limited and not supported by an adequate internal training system. Second, regarding skills, operational competencies in using digital tools and village administration systems remain challenging, especially in Waluhu. Training has been unevenly distributed and not all relevant personnel have participated. Meanwhile, Monano Village is more adaptive to digital systems and efficient in financial reporting. Third, in the abilities aspect, village officials’ capacity to respond to emergencies and adapt to policy changes remains ad hoc and lacks standardized operating procedures (SOPs). Officials also tend to react rather than proactively address policy directives. Fourth, in terms of experience, most officials have served for over five years and have prior work experience outside the village (e.g., as surveyors or entrepreneurs). However, there is no structured system for transferring experience to new personnel, and learning remains informal and unstructured.

Optimization Strategy for Land Parcel Surveying and Mapping Services at the Land Office of Gorontalo City

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This study aims to analyze and design an optimization strategy for land parcel surveying and mapping services at the Land Office of Gorontalo City using three key indicators: Goal Indicator, Decision Alternative Indicator, and Resource Constraint Indicator. A qualitative approach with a descriptive-analytical design was employed. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with relevant stakeholders, field observations, and reviews of policy documents and service implementation reports. Data analysis followed the interactive model of Miles and Huberman, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. A SWOT analysis was also applied. The research findings show that (1) Strategic goals are achieved through the implementation of the 2021 Technical Guidelines, which emphasize risk mitigation, daily monitoring and weekly evaluations, and outreach through both in-person and online channels such as social media and public service applications; (2) Decision alternatives have been implemented, including technology-based service innovations (e.g., the Statif application), the use of modern surveying tools such as GNSS, geospatial information systems, and human resource competency training via PPSDM ATR/BPN; (3) Resource constraints include the limited number of competent personnel, inadequate infrastructure and survey equipment, low public understanding of service procedures, and minimal budget allocation; (4) The optimization strategy is positioned in the SO (aggressive) quadrant, leveraging internal strengths and external opportunities to the fullest. Digital innovation, cross-sector collaboration, and routine evaluation systems are the core components of this strategy. However, due to the balance between strengths and weaknesses, a turnaround approach is also necessary to gradually and sustainably address internal barriers.