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PENGARUH KUALITAS LAYANAN, E - WOM, DAN CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN PADA RESTORATIVE CO Noni Rahma Kartika; Tengku Syarifah
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND SOCIAL RESEARCH Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): April 2026
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Abstract: This study aims to determine the simultaneous and partial effects of Kualitas layanan, E-WOM, and Customer Experience on consumer satisfaction. The sample consisted of 96 respondents. The data analysis technique used multiple linear regression. The regression results produced the equation: Y = 1,901 + 0,315X1 + 0,561X2 + 0,407X3. The F-test result shows an Fcount (33.997) > Ftable (2.70), indicating that kualitas layanan, E-WOM, and customer experience simultaneously have a significant effect on consumer satisfaction. The t-test results show that, partially, kualitas layanan has a positive effect on consumer satisfaction because tcount (2.145) > ttable (1.986), E-WOM has a positive effect on consumer satisfaction because tcount (6.240) > ttable (1.986), and customer experience also has a positive effect on consumer satisfaction because tcount (3.386) > ttable (1.986). The R² test result shows an Adjusted R Square value of 0.515, meaning that the independent variables consisting of kualitas layanan, E-WOM, and customer experience are able to explain consumer satisfaction by 51,5%, while the remaining 48,5% is explained by other variables not included in this study. Keywords: kualitas layanan, E-WOM, customer experience, consumer satisfaction   Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh secara simultan dan parsial kualitas layanan, E-WOM dan customer experience terhadap keputusan pembelian konsumen. Jumlah sampel sebanyak 96 responden. Teknik analisis data menggunakan regresi linier berganda. Hasil regresi menghasilkan persamaan Y = 1,901 + 0,315X1 + 0,561X2 + 0,407X3. Uji-F menghasilkan nilai Fhitung (33,997) > Ftabel (2,70), artinya kualitas layanan, E-WOM dan customer experience berpengaruh secara simultan terhadap keputusan pembelian. Hasil uji-t, secara parsial kualitas layanan berpengaruh positif terhadap keputusan pembelian karena thitung (2,145) > ttabel (1,986), E-WOM berpengaruh positif terhadap keputusan pembelian karena thitung (6,240) > ttabel (1,986), customer experience berpengaruh positif terhadap keputusan pembelian karena thitung (3,386) > ttabell (1,986). Hasil uji-R2, nilai Adjusted R Square yaitu 0,515, artinya variabel bebas yang terdiri dari kualitas layanan, E-WOM, dan customer experience mampu menjelaskan keputusan pembelian sebesar 51,5%, sedangkan sisanya 48,5% dijelaskan oleh variabel-variabel lain yang tidak termasuk dalam penelitian ini. Kata Kunci: kualitas layanan, E-WOM, customer experience, keputusan pembelian
PENGARUH ONLINE CUSTOMER REVIEW, ONLINE CUSTOMER RATING DAN KEPERCAYAAN KONSUMEN TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN PRODUK HANASUI DI SHOPEE PADA MAHASISWA FAKULTAS EKONOMI UNIVERSITAS ASAHAN Zalvia Azharawanni; Zulfa Khairina Batubara
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND SOCIAL RESEARCH Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): April 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54314/jssr.v9i2.6339

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Abstract: This study aims to determine the simultaneous and partial influence of Online Customer Review, Online Customer Rating and Consumer Trust on Purchase Decisions of Hanasui Products on Shopee among Students of the Faculty of Economics, Asahan University. The type of research used is quantitative research with causal associative properties. Data analysis uses multiple linear regression, while sample determination uses a non-probability sampling method with the Cochran approach totaling 100 respondents. The data collection technique was carried out by distributing questionnaires to students of the Faculty of Economics, Asahan University who had purchased Hanasui products on Shopee. Validity and reliability tests were carried out to ensure the research instrument was suitable for use. The results of the study indicate that simultaneously Online Customer Review, Online Customer Rating and Consumer Trust have a significant effect on Purchase Decisions of Hanasui Products on Shopee among Students of the Faculty of Economics, Asahan University. Partially, Online Customer Review has a positive and significant effect on Purchase Decisions, Online Customer Rating has a positive and significant effect on Purchase Decisions, and Consumer Trust also has a positive and significant effect on Purchase Decisions. The Consumer Trust variable is the most dominant variable in influencing Purchase Decisions because consumers tend to consider the sense of security and confidence in the product and seller before making online transactions. Based on the coefficient of determination (R²), it is known that online customer reviews, online customer ratings, and consumer trust are able to explain variations in purchasing decisions, while the remaining factors are influenced by other factors outside this study. This research is expected to contribute to the development of marketing management science, particularly in the fields of consumer behavior and digital marketing. Keywords: Online Customer Reviews, Online Customer Ratings, Consumer Trust, Purchasing Decisions.   Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh secara simultan dan parsial Online Customer Review, Online Customer Rating dan Kepercayaan Konsumen terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Produk Hanasui di Shopee pada Mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi Universitas Asahan. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian kuantitatif dengan sifat asosiatif kausal. Analisis data menggunakan regresi linear berganda, sedangkan penentuan sampel menggunakan metode non-probability sampling dengan pendekatan Cochran yang berjumlah 100 responden. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui penyebaran kuesioner kepada mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi Universitas Asahan yang pernah membeli produk Hanasui di Shopee. Uji validitas dan reliabilitas dilakukan untuk memastikan instrumen penelitian layak digunakan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa secara simultan Online Customer Review, Online Customer Rating dan Kepercayaan Konsumen berpengaruh signifikan terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Produk Hanasui di Shopee pada Mahasiswa Fakultas Ekonomi Universitas Asahan. Secara parsial, Online Customer Review berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap Keputusan Pembelian, Online Customer Rating berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap Keputusan Pembelian, serta Kepercayaan Konsumen juga berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap Keputusan Pembelian. Variabel Kepercayaan Konsumen menjadi variabel yang paling dominan dalam memengaruhi Keputusan Pembelian karena konsumen cenderung lebih mempertimbangkan rasa aman dan keyakinan terhadap produk serta penjual sebelum melakukan transaksi secara online. Berdasarkan hasil koefisien determinasi (R²), diketahui bahwa Online Customer Review, Online Customer Rating dan Kepercayaan Konsumen mampu menjelaskan variasi Keputusan Pembelian, sedangkan sisanya dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain di luar penelitian ini. Penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi bagi pengembangan ilmu manajemen pemasaran, khususnya pada bidang perilaku konsumen dan pemasaran digital. Kata Kunci: Online Customer Review, Online Customer Rating, Kepercayaan Konsumen, Keputusan Pembelian.
PENGARUH FINANCIAL TEKNOLOGI, DIGITAL MARKETING, DAN LITERASI KEUANGAN DIGITAL TERHADAP KINERJA UMKM DI KABUPATEN BATU BARA Leni Kurnia Optari; Tri Andriani; Sariani
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND SOCIAL RESEARCH Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): April 2026
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Abstract: This study aims to analyze the influence of Financial Technology (Fintech), Digital Marketing, and Digital Financial Literacy on the Performance of MSMEs in Batu Bara Regency, North Su-matra. A quantitative approach with a survey method was employed. The research population comprised all MSMEs registered at the Cooperative and MSME Office of Batu Bara Regency, totaling 3,847 business units. Samples were selected using simple random sampling based on the Slovin formula, yielding 362 respondents. Data were collected through structured question-naires and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling – Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) with SmartPLS 4.0 software. Results indicate that: (1) Financial Technology has a positive and signif-icant effect on MSME Performance (β = 0.312; p < 0.05); (2) Digital Marketing has a positive and significant effect on MSME Performance (β = 0.287; p < 0.05); (3) Digital Financial Litera-cy has a positive and significant effect on MSME Performance (β = 0.341; p < 0.05). Simultane-ously, the three variables contributed 67.4% to the variation in MSME Performance (R² = 0.674). These findings imply that adoption of digital financial technology, optimization of digi-tal marketing strategies, and enhancement of digital financial literacy are key factors in improv-ing MSME performance and competitiveness in the digital transformation era.     Keywords: Financial Technology, Digital Marketing, Digital Financial Literacy, MSME Performance, Batu Bara Regency   Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh Financial Teknologi (Fintech), Digital Marketing, dan Literasi Keuangan Digital terhadap Kinerja UMKM di Kabupaten Batu Bara, Sumatera Utara. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode survei. Popu-lasi penelitian adalah seluruh pelaku UMKM yang terdaftar di Dinas Koperasi dan UMKM Ka-bupaten Batu Bara berjumlah 3.847 unit usaha. Sampel dipilih menggunakan teknik simple random sampling berdasarkan rumus Slovin sehingga diperoleh 362 responden. Data dik-umpulkan melalui kuesioner terstruktur dan dianalisis menggunakan Structural Equation Mod-eling – Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) dengan bantuan software SmartPLS 4.0. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: (1) Financial Teknologi berpengaruh positif dan signifikan ter-hadap Kinerja UMKM (β = 0,312; p < 0,05); (2) Digital Marketing berpengaruh positif dan sig-nifikan terhadap Kinerja UMKM (β = 0,287; p < 0,05); (3) Literasi Keuangan Digital ber-pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap Kinerja UMKM (β = 0,341; p < 0,05). Secara simultan, ketiga variabel berkontribusi sebesar 67,4% terhadap variasi Kinerja UMKM (R² = 0,674). Temuan ini mengimplikasikan bahwa adopsi teknologi keuangan digital, optimalisasi strategi pemasaran digital, dan peningkatan literasi keuangan digital merupakan faktor kunci dalam mendorong kinerja dan daya saing UMKM di era transformasi digital.     Kata Kunci: Financial Teknologi, Digital Marketing, Literasi Keuangan Digital, Kinerja UMKM, Kabupaten Batu Bara  
PENGARUH PENGGUNAAN SMARTPHONE TERHADAP MOTIVASI DAN HASIL BELAJAR MATA PELAJARAN EKONOMI KELAS XI IPS SMA NEGERI 10 MEDAN Novalina Siburian; Elisabeth Margareta; Dearlina Sinaga
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND SOCIAL RESEARCH Vol. 9 No. 3 (2026): June 2026
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Abstract: This study aims to determine the effect of smartphone use on learning motivation, the effect of smartphone use on learning outcomes, and the effect of smartphone use on student motivation and learning outcomes in the subject of Economics, workforce material, class XI IPS, SMA Negeri 10 Medan. This study uses a quantitative approach with a comparative causal research type. The population in this study were 100 students of class XI IPS F3, F4, F5 SMA Negeri 10 Medan, with a sample of 64 students taken using a simple random sampling technique. Data collection techniques used questionnaires for the variables of smartphone use and learning motivation, as well as tests to measure learning outcomes. Data analysis was carried out through descriptive statistical analysis, classical assumption tests, and hypothesis testing using simple linear regression and multiple linear regression. The results showed that smartphone use had a significant effect on student learning motivation with a significance value of 0.025 <0.05 and t count of 2.291, so that H₀ was rejected and Hₐ was accepted. The use of smartphones also has a significant effect on student learning outcomes with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05 and a regression equation of Y = 78.289 + 0.061X. In addition, the MANOVA test results show a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05, which means that the use of smartphones simultaneously has a significant effect on learning motivation and learning outcomes of class XI IPS students of SMA Negeri 10 Medan. Keywords: Smartphone Use, Learning Motivation, Learning Outcomes Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh penggunaan smartphone terhadap motivasi belajar, pengaruh penggunaan smartphone terhadap hasil belajar, dan pengaruh penggunaan smartphone terhadap motivasi dan hasil belajar siswa pada mata pelajaran Ekonomi, materi ketenaga kerja, kelas XI IPS, SMA Negeri 10 Medan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan tipe penelitian kausal komparatif. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah 100 siswa kelas XI IPS F3, F4, F5 SMA Negeri 10 Medan, dengan sampel sebanyak 64 siswa yang diambil menggunakan teknik simple random sampling. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner untuk variabel penggunaan smartphone dan motivasi belajar, serta tes untuk mengukur hasil belajar. Analisis data dilakukan melalui analisis statistik deskriptif, uji asumsi klasik, dan pengujian hipotesis menggunakan regresi linier sederhana dan regresi linier berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan smartphone berpengaruh signifikan terhadap motivasi belajar siswa dengan nilai signifikansi 0,025 < 0,05 dan t hitung 2,291, sehingga H₀ ditolak dan Hₐ diterima. Penggunaan smartphone juga berpengaruh signifikan terhadap hasil belajar siswa dengan nilai signifikansi 0,000 < 0,05 dan persamaan regresi Y = 78,289 + 0,061X. Selain itu, hasil uji MANOVA menunjukkan nilai signifikansi 0,000 < 0,05, yang berarti penggunaan smartphone secara simultan berpengaruh signifikan terhadap motivasi belajar dan hasil belajar siswa kelas XI IPS SMA Negeri 10 Medan. Kata Kunci: Penggunaan Smartphone, Motivasi Belajar, Hasil Belajar  
KLASIFIKASI SENTIMEN REVIEW PENGGUNA APLIKASI KHAN ACADEMY DI PLAYSTORE MENGGUNAKAN ALGORITMA NAIVE BAYES Abdul Razaq; Josua M.H Simaremare; Fajar Aulia Lubis; Muhammad Irfan Sarif; Zulham Sitorus
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Abstract: The application was developed to provide digital learning services and educational information to users. This application is designed to facilitate students, teachers, and the general public in accessing various educational materials online. The application can be downloaded through the Google Play Store platform. On this platform, users are able to submit reviews regarding the application, which can serve as valuable feedback for developers in improving the application’s performance and features. This study aims to conduct sentiment analysis on user reviews of the application using a sentiment analysis approach. In this research, the method employed is the Naive Bayes algorithm, a probability-based classification technique that is widely used in sentiment analysis studies. The distribution of sentiment classification results indicates a dominance of positive sentiment at 85%, suggesting that the majority of users are satisfied with the services provided by the application. Neutral sentiment accounts for 6.5%, while negative sentiment represents 7.5%, indicating that there are still several complaints expressed by users. Overall, these findings demonstrate that the application has a good level of user acceptance, although continuous improvements are still necessary.  Keywords: Sentiment Classification; Naive Bayes; Khan Academy Application; Google Play Store   Abstrak: Aplikasi Khan Academy merupakan aplikasi yang dikembangkan untuk menyediakan layanan dan informasi pembelajaran secara digital kepada pengguna. Aplikasi ini dirancang untuk memudahkan siswa, guru, dan masyarakat umum dalam mengakses berbagai materi pendidikan secara online. Aplikasi Khan Academy dapat diunduh melalui Play Store. Pada platform tersebut, pengguna dapat memberikan ulasan terhadap aplikasi Khan Academy sehingga dapat dijadikan sebagai referensi bagi pengembang dalam melakukan perbaikan aplikasi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melakukan analisis sentimen terhadap ulasan pengguna aplikasi Khan Academy menggunakan pendekatan analisis sentimen. Dalam penelitian ini, metode yang digunakan adalah Naive Bayes, yaitu teknik klasifikasi berbasis probabilitas yang umum digunakan dalam analisis sentimen. Distribusi sentimen hasil klasifikasi menunjukkan dominasi sentimen positif sebesar 85%, yang menandakan bahwa sebagian besar pengguna merasa puas terhadap layanan aplikasi Khan Academy. Sentimen netral tercatat sebesar 6,5%, sedangkan sentimen negatif sebesar 7,5%, yang menunjukkan masih adanya sejumlah keluhan pengguna. Secara keseluruhan, hasil ini mengindikasikan bahwa aplikasi Khan Academy memiliki tingkat penerimaan yang baik, meskipun tetap memerlukan perbaikan berkelanjutan. Kata Kunci: Klasifikasi Sentimen; Naive Bayes; Khan Academy; Playstore
SISTEM PROTEKSI GENERATOR HIDROGEN MENGGUNAKAN SENSOR GAS HIDROGEN MQ-8 BERBASIS INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT) Rendy Agung Pratama; Mulkan Iskandar Nasution; Nazaruddin Nasution
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND SOCIAL RESEARCH Vol. 9 No. 3 (2026): June 2026
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Abstract: This study aims to develop and evaluate a microcontroller-based hydrogen gas monitoring system using the MQ-8 sensor. The research includes sensor calibration, sensor performance testing, and protection system testing. Results show that the MQ-8 sensor can detect hydrogen concentration changes in real time, while the protection system effectively provides warnings and activates safety controls when dangerous gas levels are detected. The system can therefore be used as an effective monitoring and protection tool for hydrogen generator safety.  Keywords: Internet of Things, Microcontroller, MQ-8 Sensor, Calibration, Hydrogen Protection, Air Monitoring Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan merancang dan menguji sistem monitoring serta proteksi gas hidrogen berbasis mikrokontroler menggunakan sensor MQ-8. Penelitian meliputi kalibrasi sensor, pengujian sensor, dan pengujian sistem proteksi. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa sensor MQ-8 mampu mendeteksi perubahan konsentrasi hidrogen secara real-time, sementara sistem proteksi dapat memberikan peringatan dan mengaktifkan mekanisme pengamanan saat kadar hidrogen melebihi batas aman. Sistem yang dikembangkan terbukti efektif sebagai alat monitoring dan proteksi untuk meningkatkan keselamatan pengguna dan lingkungan.   Kata Kunci: Internet of Things, Mikrokontroler, Sensor MQ-8, Kalibrasi, Proteksi Hidrogen, Monitoring Udara 
SUBJEKTIVITAS EVALUASI KINERJA DAN DISIPLIN KERJA Amirul Syah; Nurhayati; Wahyudi Maherza
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND SOCIAL RESEARCH Vol. 9 No. 3 (2026): June 2026
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Abstract: This study aims to analyze the performance appraisal system implemented at CV. Anugerah Bersama Cahaya and examine the influence of subjectivity in the appraisal process on employee work discipline. The research employed a qualitative approach with a case study design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation involving the company leader, division coordinators, and employees. Data analysis was conducted using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña, including data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. The findings reveal that the performance appraisal system remains informal and lacks standardized performance indicators. The appraisal process relies heavily on managerial observation and personal judgment, resulting in subjectivity, unclear performance standards, and perceptions of unfairness among employees. These conditions affect employee discipline, particularly in terms of compliance with organizational rules, punctuality, and job responsibility. The findings emphasize that objectivity, transparency, and consistency in performance appraisal are essential factors in fostering perceptions of fairness and strengthening employee work discipline. This study contributes to the human resource management literature by highlighting the relationship between appraisal subjectivity and employee discipline within the context of small and medium-sized enterprises. Keywords: performance appraisal, appraisal subjectivity, work discipline, organizational justice, human resource management.   Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis sistem evaluasi kinerja yang diterapkan di CV. Anugerah Bersama Cahaya serta menjelaskan pengaruh subjektivitas dalam proses evaluasi terhadap disiplin kerja karyawan. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan desain studi kasus. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam, observasi, dan dokumentasi terhadap pimpinan, koordinator divisi, dan karyawan perusahaan. Analisis data dilakukan menggunakan model interaktif Miles, Huberman, dan Saldaña yang meliputi kondensasi data, penyajian data, serta penarikan dan verifikasi kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sistem evaluasi kinerja masih bersifat informal dan belum didukung oleh indikator kinerja yang terstandarisasi. Proses penilaian yang sangat bergantung pada pengamatan dan pertimbangan pribadi pimpinan menimbulkan subjektivitas, ketidakjelasan standar, serta persepsi ketidakadilan di kalangan karyawan. Kondisi tersebut berdampak pada disiplin kerja, terutama terkait kepatuhan terhadap aturan, ketepatan waktu, dan tanggung jawab kerja. Temuan penelitian menegaskan bahwa objektivitas, transparansi, dan konsistensi dalam evaluasi kinerja merupakan faktor penting dalam membangun persepsi keadilan dan memperkuat disiplin kerja karyawan. Penelitian ini berkontribusi pada pengembangan kajian manajemen sumber daya manusia, khususnya mengenai hubungan antara subjektivitas evaluasi kinerja dan disiplin kerja pada usaha kecil dan menengah. Kata kunci: evaluasi kinerja, subjektivitas penilaian, disiplin kerja, keadilan organisasi, manajemen sumber daya manusia.
PENGARUH MEMBAWA TUMBLER TERHADAP PENGURANGAN SAMPAH BOTOL PLASTIK DI LINGKUNGAN KAMPUS UIN TUNTUNGAN MEDAN SUMATERA UTARA Adelyna Oktavia Nst; Arin Prasetya; Rafif Syandana; Muhammad Maulana Aziz; Rendi Satria; Nazwa Salsabilah; Wulan Islamianti Hasibuan
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Abstract: Plastic bottle waste remains one of the environmental issues commonly found in university environments. One effort to reduce the use of single-use plastic bottles is by encouraging the habit of using reusable tumblers. This study aims to analyze the effect of carrying tumblers on reducing plastic bottle waste at the State Islamic University of North Sumatra (UIN Sumatera Utara). The research employed a quantitative approach using a survey method through questionnaires distributed to 47 respondents and simple interviews with 6 respondents. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics to describe students’ habits of carrying tumblers, plastic bottle consumption, environmental awareness, and consistency in tumbler usage. The results indicate that students have a relatively high level of environmental awareness, with mean scores ranging from 2.70 to 2.74. The habit of carrying tumblers has also begun to develop positively, as reflected by a mean score of 2.42 for regular tumbler use. However, practicality remains a major factor leading some students to purchase bottled drinks. Overall, the use of tumblers contributes to reducing plastic bottle consumption on campus, although greater behavioral consistency and better campus facilities are needed to achieve more optimal outcomes. Keywords: Tumbler, Plastic Waste, Environmental Awareness, Students, Environmentally Friendly Behavior. Abstrak: Permasalahan sampah botol plastik masih menjadi isu lingkungan yang banyak ditemukan di lingkungan kampus. Salah satu upaya yang dapat dilakukan untuk mengurangi penggunaan botol plastik sekali pakai adalah dengan membiasakan penggunaan tumbler. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis pengaruh kebiasaan membawa tumbler terhadap pengurangan sampah botol plastik di lingkungan Kampus UIN Sumatera Utara. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode survei melalui penyebaran kuesioner kepada 47 responden serta wawancara sederhana kepada 6 responden. Data dianalisis menggunakan statistik deskriptif untuk menggambarkan tingkat kebiasaan membawa tumbler, penggunaan botol plastik, kesadaran lingkungan, dan konsistensi penggunaan tumbler. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa mahasiswa memiliki tingkat kesadaran lingkungan yang cukup tinggi dengan nilai rata-rata indikator antara 2,70–2,74. Kebiasaan membawa tumbler juga mulai terbentuk dengan baik, ditunjukkan oleh nilai rata-rata penggunaan tumbler secara rutin sebesar 2,42. Meskipun demikian, faktor kepraktisan masih menyebabkan sebagian mahasiswa membeli minuman dalam kemasan plastik. Secara keseluruhan, penggunaan tumbler terbukti berpengaruh dalam membantu mengurangi penggunaan botol plastik di lingkungan kampus, namun diperlukan peningkatan konsistensi perilaku serta dukungan fasilitas kampus untuk mencapai hasil yang lebih optimal. Kata Kunci: Tumbler, Sampah Plastik, Kesadaran Lingkungan, Mahasiswa, Perilaku Ramah Lingkungan.
PENTINGNYA MANAJEMEN PENGEMBANGAN SUMBERDAYA MANUSIA DALAM LINGKUNGAN MULTIBUDAYA Suminta Simatupang
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND SOCIAL RESEARCH Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): April 2026
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Abstract: A multicultural environment is a social environment that has diversity and coexists with differences, but often this creates challenges in the process of adjustment. This article aims to provide students and readers with an understanding of human resource development management in a multicultural environment as an effort to facilitate adaptation and thinking in dealing with the cultural diversity of each employee in an organization. This research uses a literature review and uses descriptive analysis methods. Human resource development management (HRD) is carried out through education and training both formally and informally. There are five important domains in human resource development management, namely professionalism, competitiveness, functional competence, participatory excellence and cooperation. Human resource development management in these five important domains will be implemented if implemented with good and correct management control so that the goals of the organization will be realized and able to create quality human resources and be able to face all differences that exist in the work environment.   Keywords:  Management, Human Resources, Multicultural Environment   Abstrak:  Lingkungan multibudaya merupakan lingkungan sosial yang memiliki keberagaman dan hidup berdampingan dengan perbedaan, tetapi tidak jarang hal ini menimbulkan tantangan dalam proses penyesuaian diri. Artikel ini bertujuan memberikan pemahaman kepada mahasiswa dan pembaca mengenai managemen pengembangan sumber daya manusia dalam lingkungan multibudaya sebagai upaya untuk memfasilitasi adaptasi dan pemikiran dalam menghadapi keberagaman budaya yang dimiliki setiap karyawan dalam suatu organisasi. Penelitian ini menggunakan kajian literatur dan menggunakan metode analisis deskriptif. Managemen pengembangan sumber daya manusia (SDM) dilakukan melalui pendidikan dan pelatihan baik secara formal maupun informal. Terdapat lima domain penting dalam managemen pengembangan sumber daya manusia yaitu profesionalitas, daya kompetitif, kompetensi fungsional, keunggulan partisipatif dan kerja sama. Managemen pengembangan sumber daya manusia pada kelima domain penting tersebut akan terlaksana apabila dilaksanakan dengan kontrol managemen yang baik dan benar sehingga tujuan dari organisasi akan terwujud dan mampu menciptakan sumber daya manusia yang berkualitas dan mampu menghadapi segala perbedaan yang ada dalam linkungan kerja.   Kata Kunci: Managemen, Sumberdaya Manusia, Lingkungan Multibudaya
PERBEDAAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN PROJECT BASED LEARNING DAN BERPIKIR KRITIS TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR SISWA KELAS X SMAN 1 PERCUT PADA MATA PELAJARAN EKONOMI Sernanda Putri Darma
JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND SOCIAL RESEARCH Vol. 9 No. 3 (2026): June 2026
Publisher : Smart Education

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Abstract: This study aims to determine the differences in economics learning outcomes between students taught using the Project Based Learning (PjBL) model and those taught using conventional learning, to identify differences in learning outcomes based on students' critical thinking skills, and to examine the interaction between learning models and critical thinking skills on students' economics learning outcomes. This research employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design. The sample consisted of 72 students, including 36 students in the experimental class and 36 students in the control class. Data were collected through learning outcome tests and critical thinking skill tests. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics, normality tests, homogeneity tests, N-Gain tests, and Independent Sample t-Tests. The results showed significant differences in economics learning outcomes between students taught using Project Based Learning and conventional learning. The mean posttest score of the experimental class was 85.97, higher than the control class score of 55.14. The t-test result showed a t-value of 14.805 with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05. The average N-Gain score of the experimental class was 0.7058 (high category), while the control class obtained 0.1733 (low category). The findings also indicate that critical thinking skills contribute to improving students' learning outcomes. Therefore, Project Based Learning is effective in enhancing economics learning outcomes and students' critical thinking skills. Keywords: Project Based Learning, Critical Thinking Skills, Economics Learning Outcomes.   Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui perbedaan hasil belajar ekonomi antara siswa yang diajar menggunakan model Project Based Learning (PjBL) dan pembelajaran konvensional, mengetahui perbedaan hasil belajar berdasarkan kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa, serta mengetahui interaksi antara model pembelajaran dan kemampuan berpikir kritis terhadap hasil belajar ekonomi siswa. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan jenis penelitian quasi experiment. Sampel penelitian berjumlah 72 siswa yang terdiri dari 36 siswa kelas eksperimen dan 36 siswa kelas kontrol. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan tes hasil belajar dan tes kemampuan berpikir kritis. Analisis data dilakukan menggunakan statistik deskriptif, uji normalitas, uji homogenitas, uji N-Gain, dan Independent Sample t-Test. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat perbedaan hasil belajar ekonomi antara siswa yang diajar menggunakan model Project Based Learning dan pembelajaran konvensional. Nilai rata-rata posttest kelas eksperimen sebesar 85,97 lebih tinggi dibandingkan kelas kontrol sebesar 55,14. Hasil uji t menunjukkan nilai t hitung sebesar 14,805 dengan signifikansi 0,000 < 0,05. Rata-rata N-Gain kelas eksperimen sebesar 0,7058 (kategori tinggi), sedangkan kelas kontrol sebesar 0,1733 (kategori rendah). Hasil penelitian juga menunjukkan bahwa kemampuan berpikir kritis berperan dalam meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa. Dengan demikian, model Project Based Learning efektif digunakan untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar ekonomi dan kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa. Kata kunci: Project Based Learning, berpikir kritis, hasil belajar ekonomi.