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Exploring how novel reading enhances youth literacy, deepens insight, and fosters creative thinking I Made Sumartana; I Putu Yoga Laksana; Adisti Primi Wulan; Siti Mariam; Ratna Dewi; Zulfiqar Ali; Bareq Raad Raheem; Sidratul Muntaha Uzma; Muhammad Mustafa
Journal of Education, Social & Communication Studies Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): May 2026
Publisher : PT. MAWAMEDIA JAYAMUSTA BUANASIHA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71028/jescs.v3i2.83

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Reading has various benefits in everyday life, especially for teenagers. This study aims to explore the impact of reading novels on adolescents' literacy, creativity, critical thinking and mental health. Through the analysis of data obtained from 12 respondents aged 19-20 years old, results show that 100% of respondents agreed that reading novels can improve their literacy and creativity. The knowledge gained from reading helps teens develop creative thinking and critical thinking skills. The survey results also indicated that 100% of respondents found reading novels helpful in coping with emotions and stress, with genres as diverse as romance, fiction, history and politics. In addition, this study confirms the importance of emotional intelligence in helping adolescents recognize and manage their feelings. This finding is in line with previous research showing that reading interest is positively related to critical thinking and critical reading skills. Overall, the results of this study suggest that reading novels not only improves cognitive skills but also provides significant emotional support for adolescents in facing the challenges of daily life.
Penglipuran village’s cultural traditions and local wisdom shaping a distinctive, sustainable tourist destination in highland Bali Ni Komang Ayu Sumartini; I Ketut Santra; I Made Sumartana; Ni Wayan Sadiyani; Majid Wajdi; Dr. Sneha Chaurasiya; Hauwa Sani Ahmad
Kajian Pendidikan, Seni, Budaya, Sosial dan Lingkungan Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): March 2026
Publisher : Yayasan Mitra Persada Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58881/kpsbsl.v3i1.68

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Penglipuran Village, located in Bali, has become one of the famous tourist destinations thanks to its uniqueness in maintaining traditional culture and architecture. The purpose of writing this paper is to dig deeper into the attractiveness of Penglipuran Village as a tourist destination, as well as to understand the factors that make it special compared to other tourist villages in Bali. The research methods used in this paper include literature studies from various sources, such as scientific articles, tourism journals, and official websites that examine the development of Penglipuran Village as a tourist destination. In addition, data is also collected through observation and analysis of tourist visit reports. The discussion in this paper includes the history and development of Penglipuran Village, village management in maintaining cultural preservation, and the impact of tourism on the local community. The analysis shows that the uniqueness of traditional architecture, clean environment, and strong traditional values are the main attractions that maintain the popularity of this village as an authentic tourist destination. The conclusion of this paper is that Penglipuran Village has succeeded in combining tourism with the preservation of local culture, so that it becomes a model that is worthy of imitation in the development of other tourist villages in Indonesia. The preservation of tradition and the commitment of the local community in maintaining the beauty of the village is the key to the success of this village as a leading tourist destination.