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Empowering Students’ Global Communication Skills through English for Global Communication Workshop at Politeknik Bisnis Indonesia Doris Yolanda Saragih; Erwin Sirait; Firinta Togatorop; Andi Setiadi Manalu; Poltak Pardamean Simarmata; Hengki Mangiring Parulian Simarmata
Panggung Kebaikan : Jurnal Pengabdian Sosial Vol. 2 No. 4 (2025): November: Panggung Kebaikan : Jurnal Pengabdian Sosial
Publisher : Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62951/panggungkebaikan.v2i4.2388

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This community service program, entitled English for Global Communication: Strengthening Intercultural Competence among Polytechnic Students, was led by Doris Yolanda Saragih, S.Pd., M.Pd., in collaboration with Clementine and Josh, guest lecturers from the United Kingdom. The activity took place at Politeknik Bisnis Indonesia on September 1, 2025, involving 60 students across two interactive learning sessions. The program aimed to enhance students’ ability to communicate effectively in global settings by integrating language proficiency, cultural awareness, and practical communication strategies. The learning process applied a communicative and experiential approach, featuring discussions, simulations, and task-based learning to develop students’ speaking fluency, cross-cultural sensitivity, and confidence. The participation of native English speakers provided authentic exposure to international discourse and cultural perspectives, which enriched the overall learning experience. Evaluation results indicated a significant improvement in students’ oral communication skills, vocabulary use, and intercultural understanding. Furthermore, participants demonstrated higher motivation and readiness to apply English in academic and professional contexts. Overall, this community engagement initiative effectively contributed to enhancing global communication competence and supported the institution’s mission to cultivate globally competitive and culturally aware graduates.
Peningkatan Kompetensi Mikrokontroler Siswa SMK Negeri 3 Pematangsiantar melalui Pelatihan Arduino Berbasis Praktik Industri Andi Setiadi Manalu; Erwin Sirait; Arifin Tua Purba; Lasminar Lusia Sihombing; Roy Sahputera Saragih; Rajainal Saragih; Hengki Mangiring Parulian Simarmata
Harmoni Sosial : Jurnal Pengabdian dan Solidaritas Masyarakat Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): Januari: Harmoni Sosial : Jurnal Pengabdian dan Solidaritas Masyarakat
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62383/harmoni.v3i1.2834

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This community service program is entitled Improving Microcontroller Competence of Students of SMK Negeri 3 Pematangsiantar through Arduino Training Based on Industrial Practice and is implemented as a follow-up to the school's official request to invite university practitioners as guest teachers in order to strengthen industry-based vocational learning. The activity was carried out on November 27, 2025 at the Computer Laboratory of SMK Negeri 3 Pematangsiantar involving 50 grade XI students, and guided by Andi Setiadi Manalu, S.Kom., M.Ti as the main instructor of Arduino material which focuses on the introduction of microcontrollers, basic programming, sensor integration, and simple automation project design. The purpose of this activity is to improve students' technical competence in the field of embedded systems while fostering work readiness through real-world practice-based learning experiences. The implementation method uses an experiential learning and project-based learning approach, which combines brief conceptual explanations with direct practice, technical discussions, and problem-based project assignment completion. The evaluation results show an increase in students' understanding of microcontroller functions, programming logic structures, and the ability to connect hardware and software in one work system. In addition, students demonstrated increased motivation, confidence, and interest in industrial technology, as reflected in their active participation during the practicum and their successful independent completion of functional prototypes. Overall, this activity proved effective in strengthening the technical competencies of vocational high school students and supporting the implementation of the link and match policy between vocational education and the needs of the industrial world, while also emphasizing the strategic role of higher education institutions in supporting the improvement of human resource quality at the vocational high school level.