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This research was conducted in three districts from East Wallaggaa Zone of Ethiopia. The purpose ... more This research was conducted in three districts from East Wallaggaa Zone of Ethiopia. The purpose of the study was to explore ciibsaa Indigenous soil fertilizing mechanisms practices for fertilizing farmland and garden. The objective of this research was to explore the contributions of Oromo indigenous knowledge in soil fertility management. To achieve this goal, we employed different data collection methods. In primary data collection, both individual and group interviews were meticulously used. Key informants were selected purposively and the selected people were extensively interviewed. We made in-depth interviews with elders, farmers, community leaders and knowledgeable persons. Focus group discussions were held, observations were made and informal discussions were employed to get relevant data on this topic. The findings revealed that the Oromo people has indigenous knowledge of soil fertilizing mechanism and the ways they used to classify soil and how the land becomes fertile after ciibsaa indigenous treatment. Nowadays, this indigenous soil fertility management is declining because of various factors. Those factors are population growth, decreasing number of livestock and adaptation of chemical fertilizer.

The objective of research was to analyze the effect of remuneration, work discipline, and motivat... more The objective of research was to analyze the effect of remuneration, work discipline, and motivation on employee performance, both partially and simultaneously. This study employed descriptive and quantitative methods with linear regression. The sampling technique used was Stratified Random Sampling with 68 employees being the sample. The result of research showed that: 1) t statistic = 2.857 > t table = 1.663 (at α = 5%), meaning that Remuneration affects discipline significantly, 2) t statistic = 5.375 > t table = 1.663 (at α = 5%), meaning that remuneration affects motivation significantly, 3) t statistic = 0.229 < t table = 1.663 (at α = 5%), meaning that discipline does not affect performance significantly, 4) t statistic = 1.962 > t table = 1.663 (at α = 5%), meaning that motivation affects performance significantly; 5) t statistic = 2.470 > t table = 1.663 (pada α = 5%), meaning that remuneration affects employee performance, 6) F statistic = 4.955 > F table = 2.710 (significance level of 5%), meaning that remuneration, work discipline, and motivation affects employee performance simultaneously.

Nationalism values from the attitude of the majority of young people today have declined. Therefo... more Nationalism values from the attitude of the majority of young people today have declined. Therefore, nationalism is one of the values in strengthening character education which has been intensified so far by the government. This study aimed to describe the nationalism values contained in Nh. Dini's novels. The data in this study were three novels by Nh. Dini entitled Jepun Negerinya Hiroko (Japan is Hiroko's Country), Pada Sebuah Kapal (on A Ship), and Keberangkatan (Departure). Purposive sampling was used in this study as the sampling technique. The data collection technique used was documentation. The data were analysed using the interactive analysis technique. The result obtained from this study is the existence of nationalism in the forms of love for the homeland, willingness to sacrifice, and preserving the richness of the nation's cultures in the three novels of Nh. Dini.

The study was intended to examine practices of Perception of Teachers and Students for Guidance a... more The study was intended to examine practices of Perception of Teachers and Students for Guidance and Counseling services in South west Ethiopia Secondary Schools. The research design was a descriptive survey research. The total participants of study were 500 and among total participants 108 were teachers and 394 were students. The study was used Multi stage sampling techniques. At first stage among 78 secondary school in south west Ethiopia, 8 secondary schools were selected by random sampling techniques using lottery methods. On the second stage 392 students and 108 teachers were selected by systematic sampling techniques. The instruments of data collection was Likert scale closed-ended self-administered questionnaire used and validation of the instruments was done by using experts' review and discussion. The study was used quantitative methods of data analysis. The analysis of data was done using descriptive statistical measurements like, percentage, mean, standard division, and independent t-test were computed to analysis the response from students, and teachers. The results of study indicated that the students and teachers mean perception scores to needs of guidance and counseling for students learning was positive. The perceptions of both students and teachers to ward school guidance and counseling services working on students future career, personal problems and students empowerments and decision making was negative. The computed independent t-test result revealed that there was no statistical significant difference between students and teachers means perception scores guidance and counseling services which was implies both teachers and students had the same perception for services of guidance and counseling in their schools. The mean perception of the students toward the non trained individuals could be of guidance and counselor officers were average while perception teachers were negative. Regarding to cost effectiveness of guidance and counseling services both students and teacher's perception means score were negative. From these results it was recommended that Since perceptions of students and teachers may affected based on the guidance and counseling survives; Education bureau in collaboration with higher educational institutions should prepare on job training to improve counseling skills of the guidance and counselors officers.

The adherence form of linguistic politeness in teaching indonesian to speaker of other language (... more The adherence form of linguistic politeness in teaching indonesian to speaker of other language (TISOL) is the language situation between teachers and foreign students. The form of obedience to politeness is in the form of adhering to the maxim of generosity, praise or acceptance, humility, and the maxim of agreement. This research used qualitative descriptive method. In this research, the data collection techniques which used were listening-free-participating-speaking techniques and data transcription. Data analyzing technique use Miles and Huberman interactive model in the form of collecting data, reducing data, analyzing data, and verifying data. The results of the research found that there was a form of politeness in language which was seen from the four maxims of politeness, including: 1) the generosity maxim; 2) praise maxim; 3) humility maxim and 4) the agreement maxim.

Purpose of this study was to examine the correlation between perceived discrimination and psychol... more Purpose of this study was to examine the correlation between perceived discrimination and psychological well-being of Manjo ethnic minority in Kaffa zone, Ethiopia. One hundred and forty nine (149) study participants from the Manjo ethnic minority were randomly selected and filled out the perceived discrimination and psychological well-being questionnaire scales. Pearson Product moment correlation was computed to determine the strength and direction of relationship between their perception of discrimination by others and the psychological well-being report. Perceived discrimination is a variability of thought that results from an act of segregation and distancing of an individual or group of individuals mainly because of bias and prejudice. The psychological well-being variable was measured by six dimensions, which are named as autonomy, environmental mastery, personal growth, positive relationship with others, purpose in life and self-acceptance of individuals. The result of the study showed the presence of a strong and significant negative correlation between the Manjos' perception of discrimination they experience from other ethnic groups and the corresponding psychological well-being state.

This study aims to find out the learning profile of Social Education Science in elementary school... more This study aims to find out the learning profile of Social Education Science in elementary school, to know the effectiveness process through contextual of the REACT principle (Relative, Experiencing, Applying, Cooperating, And Transferring) and awareness of love environmental on Social Education Science in Elementary School, as an effort to learn innovation to improve process quality and result Learning of Social Education Science in an effort to instill a culture of love environment since primary education. The method used is qualitative descriptive, consisting of data reduction, display data, conclusion, and verification, which is done in an interactive form with data collection process as a continuous process, repeatedly, and continuously to form a cycle. This study finds that the application of environmental based contextual of the REACT principle can improve the quality of social education in elementary school as evidenced by the results of student learning increased significantly. Contextual of the REACT principle as one of the innovations in learning of Social Education Science in Elementary School able to shape the attitude of loving the environment, deepen students' understanding and develop togetherness attitude and sociopreneur (social soul and entrepreneurship). Cultural cultivation of love environment since primary education through vegetable gardening in the school yard is a meaningful learning for students.

This research aimed to determine the determinants of the use of IT-based AIS (Accounting Informat... more This research aimed to determine the determinants of the use of IT-based AIS (Accounting Information System) and its effect on the performance of the government organization. This research modified the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), Task Technology Fit (TTF), and IS Success Model by integrating individual, social, and system aspects. This research used a survey method and took samples of financial employees who worked in the Regional Device Organization (OPD) in Jember Regency consisting of 103 respondents. Partial Least Square (PLS) was used to test the research data. The results showed that the constructs of perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, subjective norms, task technology fit, and collaboration quality has a positive effect on the behavior intention. Subjective norms are the most influential constructs to behavior intention. Furthermore, behavior intention has a positive effect on individual behavior to use IT-based AIS. The results of this research also showed that the behavior of using IT-based AIS can affect the performance of the government organization. The findings in this research can be used as consideration for government organizations in using IT-based AIS that can be accepted by the users and can produce good organizational performance.

Purpose of this study is to describe the comparison between SD Joyontakan No. 59 Surakarta and SD... more Purpose of this study is to describe the comparison between SD Joyontakan No. 59 Surakarta and SD Cemara Dua Surakarta as an experimental group for developing an online IPS-based classmarker assessment. The research uses quantitative research. The research was carried out at SD Joyontakan No. 59 Surakarta and SD Cemara Dua Surakarta. Subjects in this study were fifth grade students of 20 elementary students in each elementary school. Data collection techniques in this study are questionnaires and documentation. Data analysis techniques using statistical analysis in the form of a prerequisite test in the form of normality and homogeneity tests and t test with SPSS 22. The results showed the data value of 0.591/ 0.592 was greater than 0.05, so it was concluded that there was no difference in applying the evaluation of learning by using classmarker applications between SD Joyontakan No. 59 Surakarta and SD N Cemara Dua Surakarta.

Development of learning materials is one of subjects in the Department of Elementary School Teach... more Development of learning materials is one of subjects in the Department of Elementary School Teacher Education of Universitas Veteran Bangun Nusantara Sukoharjo. This research aims to develop learning materials based on the value of local heroic struggle in Sukoharjo. This research is done using Plomb development model; the steps are: 1) preliminary investigation; 2) design; 3) realization/construction; 4) test, evaluation, revision, and; 5) implementation. Preliminary investigation consists of literature review, field survey and product drafting. Literature review was carried out by analyzing documents, from teaching plans, and subject books used by the lecturer. Field survey was carried out through observation in all colleges in Surakarta. The survey is conducted to obtain the information of learning materials used for teaching, learning strategies, and essence of local heroism. The learning material development aims to determine the expectation of lecturers in teaching and learning subject. Data were obtained by questionnaire, interview, documents, and group discussion. Data obtained from questionnaire were analyzed with the percentage and the other data were analyzed using qualitative, descriptive technique. Survey shows that: 1) most of the lecturers use proper learning materials; 2) strategies to maximize lecturers productivity drafting learning materials are through discussion, workshop, and practice of learning materials drafting; 3) the researcher expects that the books of this development boost the learning motivation of the students in the Department of Elementary School Teacher Education.

This study aimed to examine the determinants of purchase behaviour in online mobile game. This st... more This study aimed to examine the determinants of purchase behaviour in online mobile game. This study was conducted based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology second version (UTAUT2) with additional customization and advancement. Partial Least Square Structural Equation Model (SEM-PLS) was applied to examine this research model. The samples were collected using online surveys to the users of Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, and then there were 457 respondents obtained. The result of this study revealed that performance expectancy, payment ability, hedonic motivation, price value, habit, customization and advancement had a positive effect on purchase intention, and the intention also had a positive effect on actual purchase. However, it was found that effort expectancy and social influence did not significant on purchase intention. The result of this study can be used as a reference for game develovers so that in-game purchases can be accepted by users.

This development research aims to: 1) produce interactive multimedia learning products for senior... more This development research aims to: 1) produce interactive multimedia learning products for senior high school students in Islamic Religious Education subjects; 2) find out the feasibility level of the products developed. The research method refers to the Allesi & Trollip development model which is grouped into three development steps, namely: a) planning; b) design, and c) development consisting of components that cover standards, ongoing evaluation, and project management. This research produces interactive learning multimedia products in the form of Compact Disk (CD). The results of the product feasibility assessment score through the alpha test on material experts were 4.0 (feasible) and the media expert was 4.1 (feasible). In the beta test, the assessment results obtained were 4.0 (feasible).

Cultural centers are historically known for successfully serving the greater responsibility of su... more Cultural centers are historically known for successfully serving the greater responsibility of supporting minority students and sharing their culture, traditions, and values with the larger campus community. Despite their previous successes, recent research suggests that culture centers are now losing their effectiveness and are no longer resonating with students. Furthermore, there has not been any research to examine the state of general ethnic and multi-cultural centers since their evolution in the late '90s. Nor, has anyone published research that analyzes students' perceptions towards helping identify recommendations for cultural center success. This preliminary research study examines students' perceptions of ethnic and multicultural centers at predominantly white institutions. This study will specifically evaluate students' beliefs on the purpose, impact, and future of cultural centers at predominantly white institutions with a minority population of seventeen percent or less. Using a mixed method approach, student responses were analyzed and also resulted in themes that coincide with the initial purpose of cultural centers back in the late 1960s. This research study suggests that students do understand the purpose of cultural centers and there is a need to investigate the disconnection between students' perceptions of cultural center and the actual implications of these same centers.

This article focuses to elucidate the noble values of the Tunggul Wulung tradition. The qualitati... more This article focuses to elucidate the noble values of the Tunggul Wulung tradition. The qualitative approach was used in this research to analyze the meaning of Tunggul Wulung tradition by focusing on the ceremonial aspect and the activities of Villagers of Jurang. The data were conducted by field observation, interview, and documentation. The results of the research show that Tunggul Wulung tradition consists noble values such as kinship, cooperation or gotong-royong, politeness, tolerance, and deliberation. These values are summarized in the processions of Tunggul Wulung ceremony, from preparation to the main procession of the ceremony. The authors mention a notion that the values of Tunggul Wulung tradition are essentially the living values of Indonesian society. The values should be conserved and actualized in order to strengthen the national identity.

Substitution of education curriculum in Indonesia requires teachers to continue to innovate in or... more Substitution of education curriculum in Indonesia requires teachers to continue to innovate in order to explore the abilities and skills of learners. History as a subject based on value education is expected to then have a dominant role to help character of learners, one of which is having empathy that cause love to his country. In order to cultivate the empathy of learners is needed an approach in learning that is able to accommodate the creativity as well as the liveliness of the participants in accordance with the applicable curriculum guide. Living History is a concept of learning that can present a life there in a class by ignoring the reactor masalalu. A living history approach that can be used to analyze the historical events that occurred around the neighborhood learners and subsequently also used in an attempt to do decon s truksi growing local value in the Community. So, through the use of living history students can be guided to build the mind constructs and perceptions of past figures in historical events. This study used a qualitative approach with data collection method using literature study to collect relevant sources such as books and research journals, and then to see the problems and needs of the students will be done by observation and interviews to several schools in Tabalong. The approach of living history to strengthen historical empathy is an innovation in historical learning based on needs analysis and problems that occurred in Tabalong, South Kalimantan.

The rise of issues related to multicultural issues such as tribal wars, separatism and other move... more The rise of issues related to multicultural issues such as tribal wars, separatism and other movements that have the potential to cause national disintegration are urgent and require appropriate solutions. In the Indonesian context, the younger generation (student) becomes a potential subject to break the multicultural conflict. In relation to the issue, one potential form of solution is multicultural education especially through historical learning because of its potential to build a sense of tolerance and mutual respect. Therefore, this article will focus on the discussion of the implementation of multicultural education in history learning at SMAN 3 Surakarta. The methodology used is the Case Study with the design of Robert K. Yin. The results of the study indicate that the strategies used by history teachers in applying multicultural education in learning history is Cooperative Learning with the form of discussion, group work and presentation. The strategy is considered suitable because it is able to figure out the Affective, Cognitive and Psychomotor aspects of students. Obstacles experienced are very diverse include student saturation, dissatisfaction with the group of teachers to the limitations of the cost of learning outside the classroom in the historical site observation activities that match historical learning materials so that the majority of learning done in the class using photo and video media.

The underlying notion of this research was to investigate the Batik Latoh as one of maritime cult... more The underlying notion of this research was to investigate the Batik Latoh as one of maritime cultures of the Lasem community involved in the study of maritime history. The study of Indonesian history many times examined the events occurred on the land, even though more than half of Indonesian area covers the ocean. As the alternative of historical study, there is historical investigation based on maritime culture. This is a crucial issue recently since the area of Indonesia is mostly covered by the ocean. One of maritime history studies is the existing maritime potency in Lasem area. The batik of Lasem has the unique color of light red. The infiltrate of outside influence affects the pattern and color of batik. Batik latoh (genus of seaweeds/green algae) was the result of cross cultural of coastal Lasem people on the north coast of Java.

The emergence of reflective practice in promoting teacher professional development has been discu... more The emergence of reflective practice in promoting teacher professional development has been discussed in many literatures. Research studies showed the benefits of conducting reflective practice to improve teachers' classroom instruction. Peer observation as one of the reflective practice activities is viewed as an effective strategy in developing teachers' pedagogy and professional competences. Peer observation refers to the act of teachers collaborate to identify the strength and the weakness of their teachings. By doing so, it is expected there will be improvement in learning outcomes. This study explored EFL teachers' perceptions on peer observation as means to develop teachers' professionalism. Two EFL teachers who worked as English teachers were purposively selected as the respondents of the study. The participating teachers got at least 1 year teaching experience to assure their involvement in peer observation. To meet the objectives of the study, the data were gained through classroom observation, and followed by in depth interview. Then, they were analyzed by using interactive model data analysis for qualitative study. The results of the study indicated teachers' positive perceptions on peer observation as professional development tool. Peer observation brought some benefits for teachers. It helped teachers solve the problems they encountered in their teachings, instead it also could be used as learning opportunity by observing new teaching method/strategy from other colleagues.

This essay tries to analyze about participatory communication, especially those currently practic... more This essay tries to analyze about participatory communication, especially those currently practiced in coal mining communities in Samarinda, East Kalimantan Province, Indonesia. In addition, specific practices to facilitate participatory communication are identified and discussed. This essay is based on the author's research on environmental conflicts in coal mining areas. The conclusion of this essay is that community participatory communication in coal mining industry area is still at a pseudo participatory stage.

The issue " Exploring Social Media, Ethnicity, and Religiosity Role on Intention for Voting in Pa... more The issue " Exploring Social Media, Ethnicity, and Religiosity Role on Intention for Voting in Pakistan " is a huge study embracing more issues. The politics of Pakistan is basically the politics of semantic groups. Pakistan is a multilingual state more than six languages. There are 245 religious parties in Pakistan, as elaborated by the Daily Times research. The use of social media sites in Pakistan peaked to its maximum after announcement of election schedule by the Election Commission of Pakistan in March 22, 2013. Most of the political parties used it for the recent elections in Pakistan to promote their agenda and attract country's 80 million registered electors. The theories interact with the research topic are theory of reasoned action (TRA), theory of planned behaviour (TBP), Social Cognitive Theory (SCT), and Social Ecological Model (SEM). The variables introduced in this research are Social Media, Ethnicity, Religiosity, and Intention for Voting. The proposed model have four dependent variables. A survey constructed from 24 questions were used to capture the respondents' opinions regarding eight variables in a 7-likert scale. A sample of 1336 Pakistani citizen were collected. Data was collected within three months' period, from 1 March 2015 until 31 May 2015. Distribution of the survey took place in four major cities; Karachi, Lahore, Faisalabad, and Rawalpindi/Islamabad. Data obtained from the survey is analysed by utilizing the software Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The proposed research model have three hypothesis that demonstrate the relations. From the three hypotheses, two hypothesis are significant while one hypothesis are rejected. Results highlight on the importance of social media in politics aspects, therefore further research is recommended.