International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Literature

DEVELOPMENT OF A PROTOTYPE FOR THE REDESIGN OF A SIGNATURE LEATHER BAG FEATURING TRADITIONAL INDONESIAN MOTIFS USING THE AESTHETIC FOLLOW FUNCTION (AFF) APPROACH

2026-06-08T20:05:34+00:00

The transformation of the creative industry demands the development of products that are not only functional but also possess a cultural identity and aesthetic value capable of enhancing competitiveness in the market. This study aims to develop a prototype of a redesigned leather bag—a flagship product of CV Quwalli Leather by integrating traditional Indonesian songket woven fabric using an “aesthetic follows function” approach. The methodology employed is Research and Development (R&D) with a Practice-Based Research (PBR) approach, which positions design practice as the primary instrument for knowledge creation. The research stages include material exploration and analysis of existing products, concept and design development, prototype production, as well as prototype testing and evaluation. The results indicate that songket possesses strong visual and symbolic value; however, structural limitations mean this material is better suited as a semi-structural element, while leather serves as the primary structure ensuring the product’s strength and durability. The design process resulted in a hybrid model that integrates function, structural aesthetics, and cultural identity in a cohesive manner. Ergonomic and durability testing showed that load distribution remains optimal and the product’s form stability can be maintained through a lamination system and material reinforcement. User evaluations indicate that the incorporation of songket enhances perceptions of the product’s exclusivity, uniqueness, and cultural value. The research findings confirm that the “aesthetic follows function” approach is effective in integrating cultural heritage into contemporary product design without compromising functionality and performance. The resulting prototypes serve not only as craft-based fashion products but also as a medium for cultural representation capable of enhancing added value, product differentiation, and the competitiveness of the culture-based creative industry in the global market.

INTERNALIZING THE VALUES OF PANCASILA THROUGH THE KUDA KEPANG DANCE: A CONTEXTUAL AND CHARACTER-BASED LEARNING MODEL IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

2026-06-13T02:34:37+00:00

Pancasila learning in elementary schools (SD) often faces challenges in the form of a conventional approach that is monotonous and focused solely on memorization of material. This results in weak internalization of Pancasila values in students' daily lives. This article aims to disseminate ideas and practices for renewing Pancasila learning through the integration of a Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model based on local wisdom within the Merdeka Curriculum framework. This research uses a qualitative approach through literature review and analysis of good practices of Pancasila learning based on Project-Based Learning (PjBL) and local wisdom in elementary schools. Data were obtained from policy documents, journals, books, and related research results. The analysis was conducted using content analysis techniques, while data validity was maintained through source triangulation. The results of the study indicate that the reconstruction of Pancasila learning through a PjBL approach based on local wisdom is able to transform learning from a theoretical nature to a contextual, meaningful, and enjoyable one. Project-based activities provide space for students to explore the values of mutual cooperation, social justice, and global diversity in a real-life manner. Through structured learning syntax, students not only understand Pancasila as knowledge (moral doing), but also feel it (moral feeling) and repeat it in real actions (moral action).

THE AESTHETICS OF RESISTANCE: AN INSTALLATION BY JOMPET KUSWIDANANTO

2026-07-23T10:31:56+00:00

This article examines how Jompet Kuswidananto formulates a counter-hegemonic aesthetics through installation works that combine spectral figures, sonic orchestration, and material icons to challenge dominant narratives of history and Javanese-Indonesian identity in the post-New Order era. The research data consist of in-depth interviews with Jompet (2024-2025), exhibition documentation, and secondary literature. The analysis focuses on Java's Machine: Phantasmagoria (2008), which presents a parade of “ghost soldiers” and hybridises marching-band sounds with Javanese symbols, and on After Voices (2016), which articulates political memory and collective movement. The findings reveal three principal counter-hegemonic aesthetic devices: (1) spectrality, which reactivates historical trauma and destabilises the authority of representation; (2) sonic-politics, which inserts irony into militaristic and nationalist forms of discipline; and (3) symbolic iconoclasm, exemplified by the use of crystal chandeliers as allegories for the collapse of colonial power. Drawing upon Antonio Gramsci's theory of hegemony, Stuart Hall's concept of representation, and Claire Bishop's writings on installation art, this study demonstrates that Jompet’s works create a space for negotiating meaning, enriching the discourse of contemporary art in Southeast Asia. This article contributes to cultural studies by proposing the “Three S” matrix (spectrality, sonic politics, and symbolic iconoclasm) as an analytical framework for examining counter-hegemonic strategies in installation art

WHEN SHIFTS MEET LIFE: Balancing Production Demands and Employee Well-Being in Indonesian Manufacturing

2026-07-22T08:31:32+00:00

Work-life balance and employee well-being represent critical imperatives in contemporary manufacturing human resource management, where intensive production demands and shift-based systems create inherent tensions between organizational productivity and worker welfare. This qualitative case study examines the implementation of work-life balance and its multidimensional impact on employee well-being at PT Knauf Plasterboard Indonesia Cilegon Plant a representative Indonesian manufacturing facility operating under high-pressure production conditions, through in-depth interviews with 15 purposively-selected employees (encompassing operational shift workers, administrative non-shift personnel, and HR management), direct workplace observations, and systematic document analysis, this research reveals nuanced dynamics between organizational policies and lived employee experiences. Findings demonstrate that while structured working hours, rotation shift systems, and welfare facilities provide foundational support for work-life balance, persistent high production targets pose significant challenges that undermine its effectiveness. The study establishes that enhanced work-life balance correlates positively with the physical, psychological, and social well-being dimensions, though variations in work intensity moderate these relationships. Research contributions include empirical evidence from underexplored Indonesian manufacturing contexts and actionable recommendations for reconciling productivity imperatives with sustainable employee well-being practices.

STRATEGIES FOR WRITING SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES FOR PUBLICATION IN SINTA-ACCREDITED JOURNALS: A LITERATURE REVIEW

2026-07-22T08:31:34+00:00

The publication of scientific articles in Science and Technology Index (SINTA)-accredited journals is an important indicator in measuring the academic productivity of lecturers, students, and researchers in Indonesia. Although the number of accredited journals continues to increase, the acceptance rate of articles still faces various challenges, including low manuscript quality, lack of research novelty, methodological weaknesses, and inconsistencies between the articles' focus and scope and the intended journal. This study aims to analyze and synthesize various strategies for writing scientific articles that increase the likelihood of publication in SINTA-accredited journals. The study used the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Data were obtained from scientific articles published in the 2021–2025 period through the Google Scholar, Garuda, DOAJ, Crossref, and ResearchGate databases. Articles that met the inclusion criteria were analyzed using content analysis and thematic analysis techniques. The study results indicate that the success of scientific article publication is influenced by several key factors, namely the ability to identify research gaps and research novelty, the preparation of informative titles and abstracts, the development of an introduction based on the research problem, the use of a strong and transparent methodology, the preparation of critical results and discussions, and the use of up-to-date and relevant references. Furthermore, the ethical use of technologies such as Mendeley, Zotero, Publish or Perish, VOSviewer, Grammarly, and generative artificial intelligence has been proven to improve the quality and efficiency of the scientific article writing process. This study concludes that successful publication in SINTA-accredited journals requires a combination of research quality, the authors' academic competence, the use of supporting technology, and an understanding of the editorial and peer-review processes. The findings of this study are expected to serve as guidelines for lecturers, students, and researchers to improve the quality of scientific articles and enhance opportunities for publication in reputable national journals.

GROWING VOCATIONAL TEACHERS' LOYALTY: THE STRATEGIC ROLE OF SERVANT LEADERSHIP AND WORK MOTIVATION

2026-07-22T08:32:13+00:00

Teacher organizational commitment is the cornerstone of successful vocational education in Indonesia, particularly amidst the transformation of Vocational High Schools (SMK) into Centers of Excellence and the high mobility of teaching staff. This study examines the influence of servant leadership and work motivation on the organizational commitment of private vocational school teachers. Using a quantitative, path-analytic approach with 119 teachers from private SMK Schools of Excellence in Bogor Regency, Indonesia, the study found that servant leadership has a positive direct effect on organizational commitment (β = 0.184, p < 0.01) and work motivation (β = 0.423, p < 0.001). In contrast, work motivation exerts the strongest direct influence on organizational commitment (β = 0.272, p < 0.01). Work motivation also significantly mediates the relationship between servant leadership and organizational commitment (β = 0.115, p < 0.05). These findings confirm that strengthening service-oriented leadership and enhancing teachers' intrinsic motivation are key strategies for cultivating vocational teacher loyalty.

THE INFLUENCE OF WAYANG STORY WISDOM VALUES AND TEACHER MOTIVATING BEHAVIOR ON CHARACTER EDUCATION EFFECTIVENESS: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF NEW MEDIA INTERACTIVITY

2026-07-22T08:32:18+00:00

This study aims to develop and empirically test a structural model examining the influence of wayang story wisdom values and teacher motivating behavior on character education effectiveness, with new media interactivity and value internalization as mediators in vocational high schools. The research employed the POP-SDM-AI method, combining qualitative exploration, quantitative modeling, and optimization. Fifteen public vocational high schools in Indonesia's Banyumas Regency and 164 educators provided their input. Using confirmatory factor analysis, we verified that the instruments we used to measure six aspects of character education wayang values, teacher motivation, material suitability, value internalization, multimedia interactivity, and effectiveness were valid. These variables include wayang values, teacher motivation, material suitability, value internalization, new media interactivity, and the effectiveness of character education. Hypotheses were tested using PLS-SEM with bootstrapping, followed by SITOREM analysis to prioritize improvement indicators. Only the suitability of wayang story materials had a significant direct effect on character education effectiveness (β = 0.197, p = 0.035). Wayang values and teacher motivation showed non-significant direct effects. Neither value internalization nor new media interactivity mediated these relationships (all indirect effects p > 0.05). The model explained only 19.9% of the variance. SITOREM identified the following priority indicators: teacher as a character reinforcer, teacher as a motivator, wayang and honesty values, and national insight. This study provides the first empirical model integrating wayang local wisdom with new media interactivity in a vocational education context, demonstrating that material suitability outweighs the mere presence of values or motivated teachers. The combination of PLS-SEM and SITOREM provides an evidence-based optimization framework for improving character education.

ANALYSIS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ELECTRONIC TRAFFIC LAW ENFORCEMENT (ETLE) IN IMPROVING POLICE PERFORMANCE AND PUBLIC COMPLIANCE WITH TRAFFIC REGULATIONS AT THE TRAFFIC DIRECTORATE OF THE SOUTH SULAWESI REGIONAL POLICE

2026-07-22T08:33:11+00:00

This study aims to analyze the implementation of Electronic Traffic Law Enforcement (ETLE) in improving police performance and public compliance in traffic at the Traffic Directorate of the South Sulawesi Regional Police. This study uses a qualitative method with an explanatory case study approach to gain a deep understanding of the implementation of ETLE as a digital innovation in traffic law enforcement. Research data were obtained through interviews, observations, and documentation with seven informants consisting of police officers, ETLE operators, members of the public who have been caught violating ETLE, and academics in the field of transportation. Data analysis was carried out through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions.

The results of the study indicate that the implementation of ETLE has been effective in supporting a more modern, transparent, and accountable traffic law enforcement process. The use of electronic camera technology and the integration of motor vehicle databases can increase the effectiveness of supervision, accelerate the process of identifying violations, and strengthen the professionalism of police performance. In addition, ETLE has a positive impact on changing public behavior by increasing discipline in complying with traffic regulations and creating a deterrent effect for violators. However, the implementation of ETLE still faces several obstacles, such as the limited number of surveillance cameras, network system disruptions, and less than optimal socialization to the public. This study concludes that ETLE is an effective digital transformation strategy in strengthening police performance and increasing public legal awareness in creating a culture of orderly traffic.

THE INFLUENCE OF ACTIVITY PLANNING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT POLICY IMPLEMENTATION ON BUDGET ABSORPTION EFFECTIVENESS THROUGH INTERNAL CONTROL AT THE MAKASSAR CITY LAND OFFICE

2026-07-22T08:33:12+00:00

This study aims to analyze the influence of Activity Planning and Financial Management Policy Implementation on Budget Absorption Effectiveness through Internal Control at the Makassar City Land Office. The research is motivated by the importance of budget absorption effectiveness in realizing accountable public financial governance and the differences in research results regarding the factors that influence it. The study used a quantitative approach with a survey method. The study population was 180 employees, while a sample of 112 respondents was determined using the Slovin formula. Data collection was carried out through questionnaires, then analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The results showed that Activity Planning did not significantly influence Internal Control or Budget Absorption Effectiveness. Conversely, Financial Management Policy Implementation had a positive and significant effect on Internal Control and Budget Absorption Effectiveness. Internal Control also had a positive and significant effect on Budget Absorption Effectiveness. In addition, Internal Control was unable to mediate the effect of Activity Planning on Budget Absorption Effectiveness, but was able to mediate the effect of Financial Management Policy Implementation on Budget Absorption Effectiveness. This finding confirms that the effectiveness of budget absorption is more determined by the implementation of financial management policies supported by effective internal controls.

THE ROLE OF MOTORCYCLE PARKING SERVICES ON JALUR C (ROUTE C) IN SUPPORTING THE ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES OF THE COMMUNITY SURROUNDING PT NIKOMAS GEMILANG

2026-07-22T08:33:14+00:00

The presence of large-scale industry significantly stimulates the growth of informal sector enterprises in surrounding communities. This study investigates the role of motorcycle parking businesses along Jalan C in supporting the economic activities of communities around PT Nikomas Gemilang, a large shoe manufacturing company in Kibin District, Serang Regency, Banten Province. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation involving three parking business owners and three PT Nikomas Gemilang employees as supporting informants. The results show that these parking businesses have operated for 7–15 years, with an average monthly net income of IDR 7,713,000, far exceeding the Regional Minimum Wage (UMK) in Serang Regency at IDR 5,178,521. Business activities are closely linked to factory shift schedules. These businesses contribute economically by providing main livelihoods for operators and socially by absorbing local labor. Key challenges include market competition, reliance on factory operations, and limited government support. This study recommends business formalization, proper financial recording, and government support programs to strengthen these informal business sectors.

THE IMPACT OF HOTEL TAX, RESTAURANT TAX AND ENTERTAINMENT TAX ON THE REGIONAL ORIGINAL INCOME OF SERANG REGENCY FOR THE 2018-2024 PERIOD

2026-07-22T08:33:21+00:00

Local Own-Source Revenue (PAD) is one of the main indicators used to assess a region’s fiscal independence, consisting of local taxes, retributions, income from separated regional assets, and other legitimate revenues. Serang Regency has considerable potential to increase PAD, particularly from the hotel, restaurant, and entertainment tax sectors. However, the realization from these three sectors has not yet been optimal. This study aims to analyze the influence of hotel tax, restaurant tax, and entertainment tax on the PAD of Serang Regency during the 2018–2024 period, both partially and simultaneously. The research uses a quantitative approach with multiple linear regression analysis based on secondary data from the Regional Revenue Agency (Bapenda). The results show that partially, the restaurant tax has a significant effect on PAD, while the hotel and entertainment taxes do not have a significant effect. However, simultaneously, all three types of taxes significantly affect PAD. Therefore, the restaurant tax is considered the most promising sector for development, while the management strategies for hotel and entertainment taxes should be evaluated to enhance their contribution to Serang Regency’s PAD.

THE INFLUENCE OF TEACHER INNOVATION THROUGH STRENGTHENING PROACTIVE PERSONALITY, KNOWLEDGE SHARING, AND CREATIVE SELF-EFFICACY

2026-07-22T08:33:23+00:00

The effectiveness of school principals' decision-making is critical to improving the quality of education; however, many principals still face challenges in making timely, accurate, and appropriate decisions. This study aims to examine the direct and indirect effects of visionary leadership (X1), trust (X2), and information and communication technology (ICT) literacy (X3) on decision-making effectiveness (Y) among public elementary school principals in Bogor City. The research employed a mixed-methods approach with a sequential, exploratory design, grounded in the POP-SDM framework. The study population comprised 209 public elementary school principals in Bogor City, and 138 respondents were selected via proportional random sampling. Data were collected using Likert-scale questionnaires that had undergone validity and reliability testing and were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results demonstrated that visionary leadership (β=0.224; p<0.05), trust (β=0.246; p<0.05), and ICT literacy (β=0.216; p<0.05) each exerted a direct positive and significant effect on decision-making effectiveness.

Furthermore, trust and ICT literacy partially mediate the influence of visionary leadership on decision-making effectiveness. The research model explained 51.6% of the variance in decision-making effectiveness. These findings confirm that the integrated strengthening of visionary leadership, trust, and ICT literacy can enhance principals' decision-making effectiveness.

THE INFLUENCE OF TEACHER INNOVATION THROUGH STRENGTHENING PROACTIVE PERSONALITY, KNOWLEDGE SHARING, AND CREATIVE SELF-EFFICACY

2026-07-22T08:33:23+00:00

This study aims to examine the direct and indirect effects of proactive personality (X1), knowledge sharing (X2), and creative self-efficacy (X3) on teacher innovation (Y) among vocational high school (SMK) teachers in Depok City, Indonesia. A quantitative approach was employed using path analysis with Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Data were collected from 158 civil servant teachers across four public vocational high schools in Depok City using validated questionnaires. The study tested nine hypotheses examining both direct and indirect relationships. The results revealed that proactive personality (β = 0.212, p < 0.001), knowledge sharing (β = 0.229, p < 0.001), and creative self-efficacy (β = 0.205, p < 0.01) have significant positive direct effects on teacher innovation. Additionally, knowledge sharing and creative self-efficacy partially mediated the relationship between proactive personality and teacher innovation. The model explained 43.2% of the variance in teacher innovation. This study contributes to the educational management literature by empirically demonstrating the mediating mechanisms through which proactive personality influences teacher innovation. The findings provide practical implications for strengthening teacher innovation in vocational education contexts.

ASSESSMENT OF SPECIES DIVERSITY AND GERMPLASM CONSERVATION OF RARE FRUIT PLANTS IN THE TAMAN CANDRA WILWATIKTA COLLECTION GARDEN, PANDAAN, INDONESIA

2026-07-22T08:34:39+00:00

The conservation of rare fruit plant germplasm over the coming decade will continue to rely primarily on conventional approaches, namely ex situ and in situ conservation, to preserve seeds or entire plants. Fruit germplasm resources need to be collected and characterized for conservation purposes as well as for use in plant breeding programs. This study aimed to evaluate the existing condition of the Rare Fruit Plant Collection Garden, including fruit species diversity and population size, utilization levels, development status, management constraints, and potential solutions as part of an ex situ conservation effort. The study employed a reassessment approach by re-examining the results of previous species identification. The observed variables included the current diversity of fruit plant species, population size of all species, the level of collection garden utilization, and management constraints. Secondary data were also collected as necessary to complement the analysis. Field observations and assessments were conducted from November to December 2025. The results showed that, at the time of evaluation, the Collection Garden still contained 112 fruit species with a total population of 283 trees. Of the 128 fruit species recorded, 83 species (64.84%) had been cultivated, while the remaining 45 species (35.16%) had not yet been developed. Based on growth habit, 112 species (87.50%) were classified as trees, 8 species (6.25%) as herbaceous tree-like plants, and 3 species (2.34%) as shrubs. Currently, the Collection Garden is utilized for harvesting fruit products, as a practical learning facility for students of the Faculty of Agriculture, as a source of plant materials for research and scientific development, and as an agro-tourism destination for visitors staying at Taman Candra Wilwatikta. Several constraints were identified in the management of the Collection Garden, including vandalism and theft by local residents, inadequate supervision by garden personnel, difficulties in water distribution, the absence of greenhouse facilities, the lack of rejuvenation and characterization programs, and challenges related to routine plant maintenance.

THE IMPACT OF GOVERNANCE POLICIES ON THE PRICE OF FRESH FRUIT BUNCHES (FFB) OF OIL PALM IN INDONESIA

2026-07-22T08:35:13+00:00

As a strategic commodity, oil palm attends as a major supplier of raw materials to worldwide industries and makes a substantial contribution to national income and foreign exchange earnings. The upstream and downstream segments of this industry generate significant multiplier effects across both the macroeconomic and microeconomic sectors while improving the welfare of smallholders and surrounding communities. However, global market dynamics frequently create uncertainty in the prices of Fresh Fruit Bunches (FFB). This study aims to evaluate the sustainability of smallholder oil palm plantations based on FFB price trends over the nine most recent pricing periods and to determine the socio-economic impacts and the sensitivity of the government's proposed single-gate export policy for strategic commodities on FFB prices among scheme and independent smallholders. The study employs the Ordinary Least Squares method to examine price trends. The findings indicate that FFB prices for both scheme and independent smallholders are highly vulnerable to changes in government policies. The price trend for scheme smallholders is represented by the linear equation (Y = 3,465.85 - 338.89X), whereas the price trend for independent smallholders is represented by the equation (Y = 3,394.11 - 36.42X).

INCREASING MATHEMATICS LEARNING ACTIVITY AND OUTCOMES USING A CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE TEACHING APPROACH

2026-07-27T05:35:36+00:00

This study aims to determine the increase in activeness and learning outcomes using a culturally responsive teaching approach in grade III students of SD Negeri 3 Karangtengah. This research was carried out in 2 cycles, each cycle consisted of 2 meetings. Each meeting consists of 4 stages, namely planning, implementation, observation/observation, and reflection. The data analysis technique used in this study is a quantitative data analysis technique using tests and qualitative data analysis techniques through observation. The results of the classroom action research using the culturally responsive teaching approach were proven to improve student learning outcomes, where based on the test results showed that the percentage of classical completeness in the first cycle increased to 66.65 in the second cycle to 79.8. In addition, an increase also occurred in the percentage of student activity level in the first cycle reaching 49%, increasing in the second cycle to 59%.