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EXPLORING MULTICULTURAL-BASED PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING MODEL AS A STRATEGY TO ENHANCE BASIC READING COMPREHENSION FOR INDONESIAN EFL STUDENTS Utami, Elva; Arono; Wisma Yunita
Language and Education Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): Language and Education Journal
Publisher : Universitas Islam Ogan Komering Ilir Kayuagung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52237/lej.v10i2.308

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This study explores the effectiveness of multicultural-based Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model in enhancing basic reading comprehension among English language education students at three universities in Bengkulu, Indonesia. The objective was to assess whether integrating multicultural themes into PBL could improve reading comprehension compared to traditional teaching methods. A total of 140 students participated, divided into an experimental group and a control group. The experimental group engaged with multicultural PBL activities, while the control group followed a conventional teaching model.  Pretest and posttest scores were analyzed using paired-sample t-tests, revealing significant improvements in the experimental group’s reading comprehension (p < 0.05). In contrast, the control group showed minimal change (p > 0.05). Qualitative data from student surveys and observational checklists indicated increased engagement, motivation, and cultural awareness among students in the experimental group. The study concluded that a multicultural-based PBL model is an effective approach for enhancing reading comprehension and fostering intercultural competence. It recommends incorporating multicultural PBL into language teaching curricula to improve both reading skills and global awareness among students.
Peningkatan Kesadaran Masyarakat melalui Edukasi Gizi Seimbang dalam Pencegahan Stunting Desa Sri Kuncoro Bengkulu Tengah Utami, Elva; Kencana, Nila
JURIBMAS : Jurnal Hasil Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol 4 No 3 (2026): Maret 2026
Publisher : LKP KARYA PRIMA KURSUS

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62712/juribmas.v4i3.754

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Stunting masih menjadi permasalahan kesehatan masyarakat di Indonesia, terutama di wilayah pedesaan dengan keterbatasan akses informasi gizi. Desa Sri Kuncoro, Kabupaten Bengkulu Tengah, menunjukkan rendahnya pemahaman masyarakat mengenai gizi seimbang pada ibu hamil, ibu menyusui, dan orang tua balita. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan meningkatkan kesadaran dan pengetahuan masyarakat tentang gizi seimbang sebagai upaya pencegahan stunting. Metode yang digunakan meliputi sosialisasi dan penyuluhan gizi, diskusi interaktif, pembagian media edukasi, serta demonstrasi pengolahan makanan bergizi berbasis pangan lokal. Mitra kegiatan adalah masyarakat dan kader posyandu Desa Sri Kuncoro dengan jumlah peserta sebanyak 35 orang. Evaluasi dilakukan melalui pre-test dan post-test untuk mengukur peningkatan pengetahuan peserta. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan rata-rata skor pengetahuan dari 54 menjadi 81 atau meningkat sebesar 50%. Selain itu, terjadi peningkatan partisipasi masyarakat dalam kegiatan posyandu dan komitmen penerapan pola makan gizi seimbang di tingkat keluarga.