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Majalah Ilmiah METHODA
ISSN : 20889534     EISSN : 26566931     DOI : https://doi.org/10.46880/methoda
Majalah Ilmiah METHODA adalah jurnal ilmih yang dikelola oleh Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Pada Masyarakat Universitas Methodist Indonesia yang menampung artikel ilmiah dari berbagai multi disiplin ilmu. Majala Ilmiah METHODA terbit 3 kali dalam setahun yakn pada bulan April, Agustus dan Desember.
Arjuna Subject : Umum - Umum
Articles 347 Documents
Komunikasi Interpersonal Pelatih dalam Meningkatkan Prestasi Atlet Esports Lokapala Sumatera Utara Siahaan, Michael Yohannes; Selamat Riadi
Majalah Ilmiah METHODA Vol. 15 No. 2 (2025): Majalah Ilmiah METHODA
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This study aims to understand the role of the coach’s interpersonal communication in shaping motivation and enhancing the performance of Lokapala Esports athletes in North Sumatra Province. A qualitative approach was employed using in-depth interviews and observations involving the coach and six athletes from diverse ethnic backgrounds, namely Batak, Tamil, Chinese, Malay, and Javanese. The findings indicate that the coach's intensive interpersonal communication—both technical and motivational—significantly impacts the team’s enthusiasm and coordination. Interactions grounded in empathy, emotional closeness, and openness help create a conducive training environment. This study also highlights how cultural diversity within the team does not pose a barrier but instead becomes a strength through the coach’s inclusive and relationship-oriented communication strategies.
Histopathological Transformation in Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma (MTC) with Poorly Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma (PDTC) Jamnasi, Juli; Jonas A Bangun; Ronald T. H. Tambunan; Juli Yosa Mega; Paul S. Lumban Tobing; Tengku M. Fauzi
Majalah Ilmiah METHODA Vol. 15 No. 2 (2025): Majalah Ilmiah METHODA
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Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma (MTC) is a type of thyroid cancer originating from C cells, while Poorly Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma (PDTC) is a more aggressive form with poor differentiation. The transformation between these two types can affect prognosis and treatment strategies. This study analyzes an 18-year-old female patient presenting with neck swelling and difficulty swallowing. The initial diagnosis of MTC was established through fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB), and after surgical resection, histopathological analysis was conducted to evaluate any transformation to PDTC. Histopathological findings revealed MTC areas with high calcitonin-producing C cells. However, there were also areas exhibiting characteristics of PDTC, including increased mitotic activity, necrosis, and loss of calcitonin expression. This transformation indicates a shift from a more indolent cancer form to a more aggressive one. The transformation from MTC to PDTC in a young patient illustrates the value of careful monitoring and thorough histopathological evaluation. Appropriate management and understanding of these changes are crucial for improving treatment outcomes. Further studies are needed to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying this transformation.
Peran Manajemen Gembala Sidang sebagai Strategi Misi dalam Mewujudkan Pertumbuhan Gereja Parhusip, Mangatas; Jelly Pridayani Saragih; Petrus Riko Manik; Puput Novel Manalu; Restia Sitorus
Majalah Ilmiah METHODA Vol. 15 No. 2 (2025): Majalah Ilmiah METHODA
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This study seeks to examine the pivotal role of pastoral management competencies and mission strategies in enhancing the quality of ministry as a means of fostering church growth. The research employs a qualitative method, utilizing library research to obtain the required data and information. The findings indicate that the application of fundamental management principles within the church namely planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and controlling positively contributes to the improvement of pastoral ministry quality, positioning the pastor as a spiritual leader whose role is crucial to the effectiveness of church services. Furthermore, effective pastoral management encourages active participation among congregational members in fulfilling the church’s calling of fellowship, witness, and service, thereby advancing church growth in terms of quality, quantity, and organic.
Penataan Pedestrian Berbasis Green Transportation di Politeknik Negeri Medan Putri, Wirdatun Nafiah; Kusumadi, Kusumadi; Oktaviani, Tetra; Mabrur, Muhamad; Hani, Sheila
Majalah Ilmiah METHODA Vol. 14 No. 3 (2024): Majalah Ilmiah METHODA
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In the UI Greenmetric assessment, transportation is one of the six categories that are required for a green campus, and one of the indicators is the pedestrian path on campus (TR8). In the transportation category, Medan State Polytechnic obtained a score of 725 or 40.3% of the total maximum value of the transportation category. The nonoptimal score obtained is due to the pedestrian path on campus indicator (TR8) obtaining one point with the availability of pedestrian. The addition of scores is made by pedestrian paths connected to all buildings designed for safety and convenience and in some parts provided with disabled-friendly features. It’s very important to have a pedestrian arrangement, to make Medan State Polytechnic become an environmentally friendly campus, which is the purpose of this research. The arrangement is making a pedestrian path layout that connects to the entire area of the Medan State Polytechnic Building and calculating the minimum width requirements of the pedestrian path, then making a pedestrian path layout. Pedestrian flow surveys were conducted on 5 pedestrians and 2 hallways that were considered representative of the pedestrian paths that available at Medan State Polytechnic. The results of calculations and adjusted by the provisions of the Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing 2023 on Pedestrian Technical Planning, the pedestrian path width requirement is 185 cm.
Etika Profesi TI di Era AI: Tantangan Perlindungan Data dan Privasi Pengguna Syarifuddin, Syarifuddin; Arpan Mualief Saprizal; Risky Pebriana; Tira Margaret; Liliana Swastina
Majalah Ilmiah METHODA Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Majalah Ilmiah METHODA
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The era of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought fundamental transformations in various aspects of life, including the Information Technology (IT) profession. Along with rapid innovation, complex ethical challenges have emerged, particularly regarding data protection and user privacy. This paper examines the ethical implications of the application of AI in the IT context, with a focus on how IT professionals can navigate the moral dilemmas that arise from the collection, processing, and use of data at scale. We analyze existing ethical frameworks and identify the need for new guidelines to ensure the responsible and ethical development and implementation of AI. The ultimate goal is to provide practical recommendations for IT professionals, organizations, and policymakers in addressing ethical challenges in the AI ​​era, in order to maintain public trust and ensure individual rights.
Analisis Sentimen Masyarakat terhadap Isu Pemalsuan Ijazah Joko Widodo di Media Sosial X Menggunakan Metode Naive Bayes Purba, Teresa Martuah; Nicolas Elsada Lahagu; Karolus Doweng Koten; Richard Agung Orlando Berutu; Jumita Yohana Hutagalung
Majalah Ilmiah METHODA Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Majalah Ilmiah METHODA
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The alleged diploma forgery case involving Joko Widodo attracted great attention on social media, especially on the X platform. This research aims to analyze people's association with the issue by utilizing the Naive Bayes algorithm. The data used in this study consists of 1,000 tweets obtained through web crawling techniques based on certain keywords. The dataset is divided into two segments, 80% used for training data and 20% used for testing data. Of the 800 data used for training, 299 tweets (37.4%) showed positive sentiment, and 501 tweets (62.6%) showed negative sentiment. The remaining 200 tweets were used to test the model. The Naive Bayes model was then trained with the training data to identify existing sentiment patterns, and then tested with the test data to assess its classification accuracy. The findings of this study indicate that negative sentiment is superior to positive sentiment regarding the issue of Joko Widodo's diploma forgery. This reflects the public's tendency to respond to politically sensitive issues in the digital world. The Naive Bayes method proved to be quite powerful in classifying text-based public opinion with high accuracy, so it has the potential to become a tool in mapping public views on socio-political issues.
Integrating Wordwall as a Digital Tool to Support Students’ Engagement in English Language Learning Mujahid, Rachel; Sitti Khadiijah; Faida Azhimia; Faisal Rahman
Majalah Ilmiah METHODA Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Majalah Ilmiah METHODA
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46880/methoda.Vol15No3.pp265-270

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This study was motivated by the limited engagement of tenth-grade students at MAN 3 Banjarmasin during English learning activities. The research aimed to explore how the integration of Wordwall as a digital learning tool could enhance students’ engagement in the English classroom. This study applied a qualitative Classroom Action Research (CAR) design conducted in one cycle, consisting of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting. The participants were 29 students from class X-F. Data were collected through observation sheets, questionnaires, and documentation. The findings revealed that the use of Wordwall successfully improved students’ engagement across cognitive, emotional, and behavioral dimensions. Students showed greater focus, enthusiasm, and behavioral engagement in learning activities. Therefore, it can be concluded that Wordwall, as a digital learning tool, plays a significant role in fostering a more interactive and engaging English learning environment.
Pengaruh Aplikasi Pupuk Kandang Sapi dan ZA terhadap Pertumbuhan serta Hasil Bawang Merah (Allium ascalonicum L.) pada Ultisol Purba, Jaramel Hotmatuah; Agnes Imelda Manurung; Sirait, Bilter
Majalah Ilmiah METHODA Vol. 15 No. 3 (2025): Majalah Ilmiah METHODA
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This study aimed to evaluate the effect of cattle manure and ZA fertilizer on the growth and yield of shallots (Allium ascalonicum L.) cultivated on Ultisol soil. The experiment was conducted in Medan Selayang, from January to April 2024, using a two-factor Randomized Block Design (RBD) with three levels of cattle manure and four levels of ZA fertilizer. Data were analyzed using analysis of variance followed by Duncan’s multiple range test. The results showed that cattle manure at a dose of 30 g per polybag significantly increased fresh bulb weight per plot, but had no significant effect on plant height, leaf number, other bulb yield parameters measured. ZA fertilizer significantly affected leaf number and stored bulb weight per plot, but showed no significant influence on other growth and yield traits. The interaction between cattle manure and ZA fertilizer showed no significant effect on all observed parameters.
Keberagaman, Kesetaraan, dan Inklusi dalam Pendidikan Indonesia: Tinjauan Literatur Sistematis Tamam, Moh. Badrut; Josafat Gracia Ginting; Ahmad Rais Habib
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This study aims to synthesize current evidence on the practices, challenges, and potential levers of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in education in Indonesia. Using a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, this article analyzes 34 articles selected from Scopus and ScienceDirect spanning the years 2020–2025. The selection process followed the PRISMA protocol, which involved searching for keywords related to DEI, multicultural education, disability inclusion, gender equality, and the digital divide. The results reveal five main themes: (1) DEI policies and landscapes in education; (2) multicultural education based on local wisdom that contributes to character building and social cohesion; (3) challenges in disability inclusion and gender equality; (4) the digital divide that impacts access to and quality of learning; and (5) educational institutional support that plays a crucial role in DEI implementation. The conclusions of this study emphasize the importance of strengthening teacher literacy and training on differentiated learning, equitable distribution of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) infrastructure, and more inclusive and data-driven policies.
Implementasi Sistem Informasi Manajemen untuk Peningkatan Kualitas Pelayanan Pendidikan di MTs Muhammadiyah Songing Kabupaten Sinjai Muallim, Muallim
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This study analyzes the implementation of the Management Information System (MIS) to improve educational services at MTs Muhammadiyah Songing, Sinjai Regency. This qualitative-descriptive research collected data through in-depth interviews with the principal, foundation leader, teachers, and system operator, as well as documentation, which were then analyzed through data reduction, display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that: (1) MIS planning aligns with the school’s vision and mission, focusing on improving service quality and information accuracy; (2) implementation includes managing student data using applications provided by the Ministry of Religious Affairs (EMIS, Verval PD, PD Data, PDUM, RDM) along with ANBK support, which accelerates data input, verification, report generation, and storage; (3) evaluation emphasizes data accuracy, system quality, and timeliness, all of which improved after MIS adoption; and (4) the main supporting factors are stable internet connectivity and the availability of official applications, while the challenges include a still-manual student admission process (PPDB), incomplete data, and the absence of an official school website. The study recommends digitalization and integration of the PPDB system, strengthening data governance, enhancing operator and teacher capacity, and utilizing web and social media channels. The findings underscore the strategic role of MIS in improving service efficiency and the importance of consistent system integration for sustainable impact.