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Knowledge and Attitudes toward Reproductive Health among Female Teacher Training Students: A Cross-Sectional Study in Nusa Cendana University

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Background: Reproductive health among adolescents and young adults remains a public health priority in Indonesia, including East Nusa Tenggara. Limited literacy and unfavorable attitudes increase risks of unintended pregnancy, risky sexual behaviors, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This topic is particularly salient for female students in the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education as future educators, while sociocultural norms and taboos can impede discourse.

Objective: To assess knowledge, attitudes, and their association regarding reproductive health among female students in the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education at Nusa Cendana University. Methods: An analytical cross-sectional study was conducted among 135 participants selected via cluster and stratified random sampling across nine programs. Data were collected using structured questionnaires on knowledge and attitudes. Univariate summaries and Chi-square tests (SPSS v30) were applied with a 0.05 significance level. Some cells in the contingency table had expected counts <5, violating the Chi-square assumption. Therefore, variable categories were collapsed, or an alternative test, such as Fisher’s exact test, was used for inferential analysis, and the effect size (Cramér’s V) = 0,564.

Results: Good knowledge was observed in 66.7% of respondents, moderate in 14.1%, and low in 19.3%. Positive attitudes were reported by 85.2% and negative by 14.8%. Knowledge level was significantly associated with attitudes (chi-square = 43.001; p < 0.001, Cramér’s V = 0.564, large). Sensitivity analysis by collapsing knowledge categories (moderate + low) confirmed robustness (Fisher’s exact p < 0.001; phi ≈ 0.55).

Conclusions: Higher knowledge is associated with more favorable attitudes toward reproductive health. Integrating comprehensive, culturally sensitive, and evidence-based reproductive health education within teacher-training curricula is recommended, with emphasis on digital literacy and curated information sources.

The Effect of Health Education on Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Depression Among Eleventh-Grade Students at SMK Umi Kulsum Banjaran Bandung

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Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of health education on students’ knowledge and attitudes toward depression among adolescents.

Theoretical Framework: The research is grounded in health behavior theories such as the Health Belief Model and mental health literacy frameworks, emphasizing the role of education in shaping awareness and behavioral responses to mental health issues.

Method: A pre-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design was used. The sample consisted of 85 eleventh-grade students at SMK Umi Kulsum Banjaran Bandung, selected through total sampling. Data were collected using structured questionnaires before and after a health education session on depression. Statistical analysis was conducted using the Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test.

Results and Discussion: The study revealed a statistically significant increase in students’ knowledge (p = 0.000) and attitudes (p = 0.001) regarding depression after the intervention. These results indicate that structured health education effectively enhances awareness and fosters a more positive attitude toward mental health issues in adolescents. Limitations include the absence of a control group and short-term evaluation.

Research Implications: The findings suggest that integrating mental health topics into school-based health education programs can improve mental health literacy among students, potentially leading to earlier recognition and intervention in cases of adolescent depression.

Originality/Value: This research contributes to the growing field of adolescent mental health promotion by demonstrating the practical impact of targeted educational interventions in vocational school settings.

Applying Baamboozle to teach English vocabulary for pre-starter level at a language center in HCMC

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This study investigates the effectiveness of Baamboozle, a digital game-based learning tool, in teaching English vocabulary to Pre-Starter level students at Phuong Nam Language Center, Ho Chi Minh City. Quantitative and qualitative methods are employed. Quantitative data was obtained from questionnaires and tests while qualitative data was collected from interviews. 88 Pre-Starter level students and 17 teachers at Phuong Nam Language Center, Ho Chi Minh City participated in the research. The findings reveal that Baamboozle significantly improves students’ vocabulary acquisition and students’ engagement compared to traditional methods. Both teachers and students expressed a positive attitude toward the Bamboozle tool, appreciating its interactive and enjoyable nature. However, the study also highlights some challenges when using the tool such as inconsistent use across classes and content repetitiveness. The study recommends regular integration of Baamboozle into English lessons supported by teacher training, and suggests further research on its long-term effects in language learning. This study adds valuable insights into the use of educational technology to enhance language instruction.

The Effect of Product Involvement, Perceived Value, and Attitude as Mediation on the Intention to Use “POSPAY” Apps by PT Pos Indonesia (Persero) to Create the Right Marketing Strategy through a Marketing 4.0 Perspectives

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Pospay is an app from PT Pos Indonesia (Persero). The research’s background highlights the competitive pressures in the financial services industry and the necessity for transformational companies to innovate through digital offerings such as the Fintech app. The implications of this research complete a new understanding for the marketing department at PT Pos Indonesia on how to increase customer intention to use. This research can provide evaluation materials and references for implementing the right marketing strategy from the perspective of Marketing 4.0, especially to increase intention to use it with variable mediation of consumer attitudes. The results of this research can provide an overview of the fact that perceived value is the most powerful variable that contributes to efforts to increase intention to use the Pospay App.

The key research problems are the need to identify the determinants of user intention in adopting FinTech apps, the role of consumer attitude in mediating these determinants, product involvement, and the practical implications for marketing strategy development. The research employs a mixed method with a descriptive approach and uses a type-3 problem-solving scenario. Quantitative data is collected through surveys, and qualitative insights are gathered via interviews or focus group discussions. Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) – Partial Least Square (PLS) with WarpPLS software is used to analyze data testing the hypothesis.

The research results are as follows: Product involvement does not have a significant effect on the intention to use but has a significant effect on consumer attitudes; Perceived value has a significant effect on the intention to use and consumer attitudes; Consumer attitude has a significant effect on the intention to use and mediates the influence of perceived value on intention to use but does not moderate the influence of product involvement on intention to use. The research will provide actionable recommendations for PT Pos Indonesia, enabling them to tailor their marketing strategies better through a Marketing 4.0 perspective to meet customer needs and preferences.

EFL Teachers’ Beliefs and Practice of Code-Switching: A Case Study at Ba Ria – Vungtau University

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This paper presents the practice, including the forms and functions, and beliefs of code-switching practiced by EFL teachers in classroom instruction in the context of a university in Ba Ria – Vung Tau province. Three instruments will be employed in this research including classroom observation, questionnaires, and semi-structured interviews with the participation of 9 EFL teachers and 59 students. The aims of this research are to (1) investigate the functions and forms of code-switching that teachers employed in their classrooms; (2) investigate how teacher’s beliefs and attitudes toward employing code-switching; (3) research for the similarities, and differences between teacher’s opinion and their actual practice of code-switching in 9 EFL classrooms from a case study at Ba Ria – Vung Tau University (BVU).

Health Claims in Food Products: Buyers Attitude and Behaviour in Indonesia

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This study explores the dynamics of health claims in food products and investigates the attitudes and behaviors of buyers in Indonesia. With a growing global trend towards healthier lifestyles, understanding consumer responses to health-related claims on food items is crucial. The research delves into the factors influencing buyer attitudes, examining the impact of demographic variables, socio-cultural nuances, and individual attitudes towards health claims. Through a combination of qualitative and quantitative methodologies, the study aims to unveil patterns in consumer decision-making processes and discern the extent to which health claims influence purchasing behaviors in the Indonesian market. By shedding light on the intricate interplay between health claims and consumer choices, this research contributes valuable insights for both the food industry and policymakers seeking to foster healthier dietary practices in Indonesia.

The Impact of Perceived Value and Attitude towards Purchase Intention at Sambel Branding Restaurant

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Sambal is a traditional Indonesian spice that has been an essential component of Indonesian cuisine for centuries. Today, it is considered a staple spice in all Indonesian dishes. The popularity of sambal has attracted many new restaurants of varying scales to enter the spicy food market and utilize the “Sambel” brand as their restaurant attraction. Jakarta, which is one of the eight primary cities in Indonesia, ranks fourth with the most restaurant dine-in visits in 2022. As per the data provided by the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), there are 6,780 restaurant units in Indonesia of medium to large scale. Jakarta secures the top spot as the province with the most medium-scale restaurants in Indonesia, with 3,062 units in 2021. Sambel Korek DNO is one of the dining places in Jakarta with the Sambel, the central outlet is located in Sumur Batu Kemayoran. This establishment is the highest contributor to the sales of Sambel Korek DNO as compared to other establishments. The significant consumption levels of Jakartans and their fondness for spicy cuisine drive new entries to launch their street food stalls, small establishments, and restaurants under the Sambel brand, causing an increase in competition. However, the sales of DNO Korek Sambal did not meet the target this year due to a decline in the number of customers dining at this outlet. This could be attributed to low brand awareness, as many other eateries also use the “Sambel” branding. Additionally, customers’ perception of quality may be influenced by the similarity in offerings with other major players in the “Sambel” market, such as Waroeng SS and Sambal Bakar Indonesia. This research wants to analyze whether perceived value and attitude could mediate brand awareness and perceived quality toward purchase intention for potential customers and existing customers. This research is conducted using SPSS and PLS-SEM. Resulting that Attitude has no mediating effects on brand awareness and perceived quality towards purchase intention. However, perceived quality has mediating effects on brand awareness and perceived quality towards attitude, which has a significant influence on purchase intention.

Farmer Attitudes on Farmer Behavior in Adopting Innovation of Rice Planting (Transplanter) In the Seputih Agung Subdistrict

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The use of mechanization in agriculture in addition to increasing rice productivity can also be a strategy in overcoming labor scarcity as well as the use of technology and the adoption of the transition from using traditional tools to modern tools. The transplanter machine is a new innovation for some people in Central Lampung Regency, such as in Seputih Agung District, which is one of the sub-districts that received transplanter assistance from the government which is expected to be implemented by farmers on their farming land. Transplanter machine technology if adopted by farmers is very profitable, because it can facilitate the planting of rice seeds, speed up work time, is effective, and also saves production costs for the planting process. The behavior of farmers in adopting transplanters is formed through the level of knowledge they have which will affect farmers in determining their attitude to accept and implement an innovation. The objectives in this study were to determine farmers’ attitudes towards transplanter innovation adoption, determine farmer behavior in adopting transplanter innovation and analyze the effect of farmers’ attitudes towards transplanter innovation adoption. This research was conducted in January 2023 in Seputih Agung District, Central Lampung Regency for farmers who are members of farmer groups receiving transplanter machine assistance with 70 respondents. The research method used is quantitative descriptive with statistical analysis of Partial Least Square (PLS) assisted through SmartPLS Software version 3.0. The results showed that the cognitive attitudes of farmers were included in the fairly high category, which means that farmers had sufficient knowledge about rice transplanter machines. The affective attitude of farmers is included in the high enough category, which means that the affective attitude is sufficient to provide support for the attitude of farmers in adopting transplanter innovations. The conative attitude of farmers is included in the fairly high enough category, which means attitudes that tend to be followers or imitators. This also happened in Seputih Agung Subdistrict, farmers wanted to use the transplanter machine if many farmers had used it and acknowledged the benefits they would get. The behavior of farmers in adopting transplanter innovations as measured by selecting seeds and selecting seeds, making nurseries in dapog, setting spacing, setting soil depth, and setting the number of seeds is included in the moderate category. The results of the analysis of the variable attitude of farmers towards the behavior of farmers in adopting transplanter innovations have a significant influence, these results indicate that the greater the attitude of farmers is able to increase the behavior of farmers in adopting transplanter innovations.

Analysis of Public Perspective on Oil Fuel Prices Increase and Factors Affecting Intention to Visit Tourist Destination. Case Study: Ciletuh-Palabuhanratu UNESCO Global Geopark

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Tourism is a phenomenon with a growing sector in many nations, including Indonesia. In 2022, Indonesia experienced a considerable increase in the price of oil fuel (BBM). The rise in oil fuel prices might impact people’s intentions to visit Indonesian tourist destinations. Ciletuh-Palabuhanratu UNESCO Global Geopark (CPUGGp) is one of Sukabumi, West Java, Indonesia’s natural tourism spots. Its location, which is quite far from larger towns such as as Bandung and Jakarta, may be a factor in people visiting in this situation. The purpose of this study is to examine the public various perspectives or points of view on the 2022 oil fuel prices increase in Indonesia, as well as the impact on everyday life and intention to visit tourist destination. This study employs 7Ps analysis, PESTLE, Porter’s Five Forces, and qualitative and quantitative customer analysis. Interviews with respondents were done as part of the qualitative research. In quantitative research, questionnaire was distributed with the requirement that respondents be Bandung City residents between the ages of 20 and 40. The variables included in the questionnaire are based on Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) by Ajzen, which are Attitude, Perceived Behavioral Control, and Subjective Norms. The questionnaire data were then processed using the SmartPLS 3.2.9 program. According to the findings of this study, attitudes and perceived behavioral control have a positive and statistically significant effect on the intention to visit CPUGGp.

Marketing Strategy to Increase Company Sales (Case Study on CV. Sari Nikmat Semar)

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Bakso is one of the well-known foods in Indonesia. Those words supported the data of the increase in bakso package consumption in Indonesia in the last couple years. Bandung being the largest area for the increasing bakso package consumption compared to the other cities. This creates a large potential market to increase the sales for the company. However, this situation is different for CV. Sari Nikmat Semar. The company has faced a decrease in their sales especially in the last two years. It is found that the company did not have a marketing strategy to gain their customers in the current market competition. Several studies have mentioned that promotion mix would impact the changing of customer attitude into the purchase intention. Within this situation, this research will find out (1) the effect of internal analysis towards the promotion of the company (2) the effect of external analysis towards the promotion of the company. This analysis will conduct on how the promotion mix influences the changing on customer attitude towards their purchase intention into bakso package products. This research uses mixed methods by doing the in-depth interview and survey questionnaire of the customer that has experience on purchased bakso package products. The author collected the data by coming directly into several traditional markets in Bandung with the main focus on promotion mix. The author finds that there is a differentiation between promotion mix that is chosen by result from in-depth interviews and questionnaire surveys. This research came up with the conclusion that promotion mix will impact customer attitude on doing the process of purchase period. This will help to increase sales of the company.