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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CULTURAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCE
ISSN : 27985377     EISSN : 27985156     DOI : -
International Journal of Cultural and Social Science (IJCSS) is an International Journal covering various social science fields, including culture, sociology, communication, politics, and information literacy. All articles submitted in the English language.
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IMPLEMENTATION OF ISLAMIC GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING SERVICES IN IMPROVING MENTAL HEALTH AT AL WASHLIYAH ORPHANAGE
International Journal of Cultural and Social Science Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): International Journal of Cultural and Social Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53806/ijcss.v7i3.1548

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This study examines the implementation of Islamic guidance and counseling services and their perceived contribution to mental health indicators among foster children at the Al Washliyah Orphanage in Medan. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, with participants purposively selected from the head of the orphanage, caregivers, and twelfth-grade foster children involved in the institution’s guidance activities. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations of guidance practices, and documentation of institutional programs and activities. The data were analyzed through reduction, meaning-based categorization, thematic presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that the services were implemented through the identification of children’s conditions, guidance planning, individual and group interventions, evaluation and follow-up, and the reinforcement of independence. The habituation of religious practices and caregiver role modeling primarily created a supportive spiritual environment, whereas structured counseling was characterized by explicit guidance objectives, personal communication, group sessions, developmental monitoring, and follow-up actions. According to the participants’ experiences, these services contributed to perceived calmness, emotional stability, adaptation, openness in communicating personal problems, and improved emotional regulation. These findings are context-specific and represent observable mental health indicators derived from participants’ accounts rather than clinically measured psychological changes.
PROACTIVE PERSONALITY AND CAREER DECISION-MAKING SELF-EFFICACY: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF CAREER ADAPTABILITY IN VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
International Journal of Cultural and Social Science Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): International Journal of Cultural and Social Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53806/ijcss.v7i3.1551

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A This study aims to analyze the effect of proactive personality on career decision-making self-efficacy, with career adaptability as a mediating variable among students of SMK Negeri 1Portibi. The study involved 376 respondents selected as the research sample. A quantitative approach was employed using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) to examine the relationships among variables. The results indicate that proactive personality has a positive and significant effect on career decision-making self-efficacy, suggesting that higher levels of proactive personality are associated with greater confidence in making career decisions. In addition, proactive personality significantly influences career adaptability, indicating that students with proactive characteristics are better able to adjust to career-related challenges and changes. Furthermore, career adaptability has a positive and significant effect on career decision-making self-efficacy, implying that stronger adaptability enhances students’ confidence in determining their career paths. The findings also reveal that career adaptability serves as a significant mediating variable in the relationship between proactive personality and career decision-making self-efficacy. This indicates that proactive personality can enhance career adaptability, which in turn strengthens self-efficacy in career decision-making. Therefore, efforts to improve students’ career decision-making self-efficacy can be effectively achieved by simultaneously developing proactive personality and career adaptability.
THE PARADIGM SHIFT OF LEARNING ORGANIZATIONS: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN THE ERA OF HUMAN-AI HYBRID INTELLIGENCE
International Journal of Cultural and Social Science Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): International Journal of Cultural and Social Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53806/ijcss.v7i3.1554

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The conceptual landscape of organizational development has undergone a radical transformation, primarily driven by the maturation of digital ecosystems and global disruptions. This systematic review examines the paradigm shift of learning organizations (LO), tracing the evolution from geographical workforce distribution to cognitive human-AI synergy. By synthesizing core literature, the study identifies critical mechanisms for tacit knowledge transfer, including digital-tacit synthesis and hybrid analytical modeling. The findings reveal that Organizational Learning Culture (OLC) remains the indispensable anchor for sustainable performance, while human-machine trust serves as the pivotal psychological gatekeeper for knowledge management success. This research proposes a Socio-Technical Hybrid Learning Ecosystem (STH-LE) framework, which bridges the gap between seminal organizational theories and the contemporary intelligence-driven reality. The study concludes with a future research agenda focusing on the ethical dimensions of AI-generated knowledge and the long-term sustainability of hybrid learning cultures.
THE INFLUENCE OF STORYTELLING METHOD ON READING ABILITY OF SECOND GRADE MADRASAH IBTIDAIYAH STUDENTS: A PRE-EXPERIMENTAL STUDY
International Journal of Cultural and Social Science Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): International Journal of Cultural and Social Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53806/ijcss.v7i3.1555

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This research aims to determine the effect of the storytelling method on the reading ability of second-grade students at MIS Al Amin Beringin. The research problem stems from the importance of strengthening reading skills in lower grades as a foundation for students' learning success. This study uses a quantitative approach with a one group pretest-posttest design. The research sample consisted of 26 students from class II-A for the 2025/2026 academic year. Data were collected through reading ability tests administered before and after the treatment. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics, the Shapiro-Wilk normality test, paired sample t-test, and N-Gain. The research results showed that the average pretest score of 59.31 increased to 77.08 in the posttest, with an average difference of 17.77 points. The paired sample t-test yielded a Sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.000 < 0.05, thus the alternative hypothesis was accepted. The N-Gain value of 0.443 falls into the moderate category. These findings indicate that the storytelling method has a significant and quite effective impact on improving students' reading skills. This research implies the need for lower-grade teachers to use more communicative, narrative, and student-characteristic-aligned reading teaching methods. Storytelling can be applied as a practical strategy to improve reading accuracy, fluency, pronunciation, intonation, and comprehension of simple reading materials.
CONSTRUCTING A POLITICAL LEGACY IN THE NUSANTARA CAPITAL CITY DEVELOPMENT UNDER JOKO WIDODO’S PRESIDENCY
International Journal of Cultural and Social Science Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): International Journal of Cultural and Social Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53806/ijcss.v7i3.1572

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The development of the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) is a major national initiative heavily laden with political dimensions regarding power distribution and legitimation. This study aims to examine how the IKN development project is utilized as a vehicle to construct, reinforce, and legitimize the political legacy during President Joko Widodo’s precidency from 2019 to 2024. The research employs a qualitative method utilizing Norman Fairclough’s (1995) Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) approach to unearth the power relations underlying the texts and contexts of the discourse. The findings indicate that the government massively produces and reproduces narratives such as Indonesia-centric developmental equity, a smart-green city, and the foundation for the "Indonesia Emas 2045" vision as a soft legacy strategy. This construction of meaning operates as a form of subtle power that normalizes the project and suppresses public resistance concerning environmental degradation, agrarian conflicts, and the fiscal burden. In conclusion, this discursive production and reproduction strive to shift the status of IKN from a mere policy option to an absolute, urgent national agenda. This political mechanism effectively locks in the commitment of future, cross-generational administrations to sustain this megaproject.
PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS OF OFFICERS IN FIRE EXTINGUISHING SERVICES AT THE FIRE FIGHTING DEPARTMENT IN LANGKAT REGENCY
International Journal of Cultural and Social Science Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): International Journal of Cultural and Social Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53806/ijcss.v7i3.1579

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Fire is a disaster that can cause significant losses, both in terms of material and human loss. The Langkat Regency Fire Department plays a primary role in providing firefighting services and rescuing affected communities. The performance of firefighters is a determining factor in the effectiveness and efficiency of the services provided. This paper will examine the performance of firefighters in Langkat Regency in firefighting services and the factors that hinder their performance. The research method used is a qualitative approach. Research informants were individuals who provided information about the situation and conditions underlying the research. Informants are individuals who are fully familiar with the issues being studied. The results of the study indicate that the performance of firefighters in Langkat Regency has generally performed well and meets the dimensions of public service quality. Although there are limitations in terms of physical facilities that require improvement, in terms of reliability, responsiveness, assurance, and concern, the service demonstrates positive and professional quality. Furthermore, there are obstacles encompassing internal and external factors.
PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS OF THE POLICE CIVIL SERVANTS’ UNIT IN MAINTAINING PUBLIC ORDER IN LANGKAT REGENCY
International Journal of Cultural and Social Science Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): International Journal of Cultural and Social Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53806/ijcss.v7i3.1580

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Public order is a fundamental aspect of community life that must be maintained to create a safe, comfortable, and orderly environment. The local government, through the Civil Service Police Unit (Satpol PP), has the primary responsibility for enforcing regional regulations and maintaining public order and public safety. This study examines the performance of the Civil Service Police Unit in maintaining public order in Langkat Regency and the factors that hinder its performance in maintaining public order in Langkat Regency. The research used is qualitative. Data collection techniques refer to the methods or means used to obtain the information needed for a study. This process is crucial to ensure that the collected data is valid, reliable, and in accordance with the research objectives. The results of the study indicate that, in general, the performance of the Langkat Regency Civil Service Police Unit is quite good, but not yet optimal. Factors hindering performance include limited human resources and operational infrastructure.
CORRELATION OF WORKLOAD AND JOB STRESS WITH DOCTOR PERFORMANCE IN THE ER AND INPATIENT UNITS OF TEBO REGIONAL HOSPITAL
International Journal of Cultural and Social Science Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): International Journal of Cultural and Social Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53806/ijcss.v7i3.1581

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The Emergency Department (IGD) and inpatient wards are critical units in a hospital that require highly skilled and responsive medical personnel. This study aims to analyze the relationship between workload and job stress with the performance of doctors at RSUD TEBO. A cross-sectional analytical survey was conducted involving a total population of 32 general practitioners. Data were collected through questionnaires covering workload indicators (time, mental, and psychological effort), job stress levels, and clinical performance dimensions. The results were analyzed using Chi-Square tests. The findings indicate a significant relationship between workload and doctor performance (p-value = 0.000) and between job stress and doctor performance (p-value = 0.000). High workloads and excessive stress levels were found to negatively impact clinical performance. This study concludes that managing medical personnel's workload and providing stress mitigation strategies are essential to maintain high-quality healthcare services.
IMPLEMENTATION OF VIRTUAL INDUSTRIAL WORK SIMULATION TO ENHANCE VOCATIONAL SCHOOL STUDENTS’ INTERNSHIP READINESS IN THE DIGITAL ERA
International Journal of Cultural and Social Science Vol. 7 No. 3 (2026): International Journal of Cultural and Social Science
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53806/ijcss.v7i3.1609

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Digital technologies demand improved internship readiness among vocational students. This study evaluates the implementation of a Virtual Industrial Work Simulation (VIWS) to enhance internship preparedness for vocational high school learners. Using a research-and-development approach, VIWS was created with industry-based task scenarios, an interactive interface, and modules assessing technical skills and soft skills. A pilot involving 60 technical-stream students collected pre- and post-test performance data, participant perception surveys, observations, and interviews with teachers and industry partners. Results indicate a significant improvement in internship readiness scores (mean increase 28%), higher self-efficacy, and gains in problem-solving and team communication. Users and industry partners rated the simulation as relevant and usable; main challenges were infrastructure (connectivity and devices) and curriculum alignment. VIWS is recommended as a complementary measure to workplace practice, with integration into curricula, educator training, industry collaboration, and infrastructure development to ensure equitable access.