International Journal of Social Science

IMPLEMENTATION OF POLITICAL COMMUNICATION FOR LEGISLATIVE CANDIDATES VIA INSTAGRAM SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE 2024 DPR RI LEGISLATIVE ELECTION (Case Study of Legislative Candidate I Nyoman Parta, S.H Bali Electoral District)

2025-06-14T16:03:10+07:00

Along with the development of digital technology, the political arena of the 2024 Legislative Election has become increasingly dynamic, especially on Instagram social media. Instagram is used by legislative candidates (caleg) to build more interactive political communication with their followers on social media. This study focuses on the implementation of political communication through Instagram carried out by I Nyoman Parta, S.H., a legislative candidate for the Indonesian House of Representatives for the Bali Electoral District. The aim is to analyze the implementation of communication carried out by I Nyoman Parta in implementing his political campaign on Instagram. The research method used is a qualitative case study with a descriptive approach. Data were collected through observations on Instagram activities, including upload patterns, interactions with voters, and types of content shared. Interviews and documentation were also conducted in data collection to strengthen the research results. The results of the study show that Instagram is actively used by I Nyoman Parta in conveying political messages, interacting with voters, and building a positive political image assisted by the admin and social media team from Mr. Nyoman Parta's Instagram. The implementations applied include the use of attractive visuals, as well as the use of Instagram features.

ANALYSIS OF LAND COVER CHANGE IN MOROWALI USING LANDSAT 8 SATELLITE IMAGERY AND UNSUPERVISED CLASSIFICATION METHOD

2025-07-31T11:49:01+07:00

Land use changes reflect the ecological and socio-economic dynamics of a region. This study aims to analyze land cover changes using Landsat 8 satellite imagery with the unsupervised classification method. Land cover is categorized into five classes: light vegetation, dense vegetation, rice fields, plantations, and settlements and mining areas. The analysis was conducted by comparing data from 2013 and 2018. The results indicate a significant increase in the area of mining and settlements by 71.60 km² and 476.88 km², respectively. Conversely, the area of rice fields and light vegetation decreased by 1117.93 km², natural canopy decreased by 672.03 km², and plantations decreased by 524.84 km². These findings indicate land conversion from natural vegetation to non-vegetative areas due to mining industry expansion and settlement growth. This study provides valuable insights for more sustainable land-use planning in the future

THE INFLUENCE OF FIRM FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE ON TAX AVOIDANCE: A META-ANALYSIS STUDY

2025-07-31T11:57:59+07:00

This research integrates findings from multiple studies obtained through the Publish or Perish (PoP) software and Google Scholar to examine the influence of profitability, leverage, company size, capital intensity, and sales growth on tax avoidance. Previous studies have produced both consistent and inconsistent results regarding the relationship between these variables and tax avoidance, with varying levels of statistical significance. Using purposive sampling, 52 relevant research articles were selected. A meta-analysis technique was employed to synthesize these findings and draw conclusions about the impact of these variables on tax avoidance. The results of the meta-analysis reveal significant relationships between profitability, leverage, company size, capital intensity, and sales growth, with varying degrees of impact on tax avoidance across different studies

WORK EFFICIENCY OF INTEGRATED SERVICE POST CADRES IN MONITORING THE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN UNDER FIVE THROUGH THE USE OF THE E-POSYANDU KESEHATAN (EPOK) APPLICATION

2025-07-31T12:05:39+07:00

Integrated service post (Posyandu) cadres play a vital role in monitoring the growth and development of children under five, yet they often face challenges in work efficiency due to manual data recording and limited access to information. This study aimed to analyze the effect of the e-Posyandu Kesehatan (ePoK) application on the work efficiency of cadres in conducting child growth monitoring and stimulation. A quasi-experimental design with a one-group posttest-only approach was employed. A total of 60 cadres were selected using proportional stratified random sampling. Data were collected using a validated and reliable questionnaire consisting of seven dimensions: time efficiency, data accuracy, productivity, information access, digital competence, communication and coordination. The results of multiple linear regression showed that all dimensions simultaneously had a significant influence on work efficiency (F = 221.075; p < 0.05) with an Adjusted R² of 0.962. Partially, information access (β = 0.677) and productivity (β = 0.388) were the most dominant dimensions. It is concluded that ePoK enhances cadre efficiency by accelerating data access, increasing productivity, and simplifying workflows. It is recommended to strengthen digital training for cadres and expand the implementation of ePoK to other regions as part of a broader community-based health service improvement strategy

CREATION OF THE REBI INSTRUMENT AS AN INSTRUMENT FOR THE FUTURE

2025-07-31T12:10:49+07:00

This article focuses on the creation and development of Rebi as the process of modernizing traditional musical instruments. The research is titled The Creation of the Rebi Instrument as the Instrument of the Future. Rebi is a development of a traditional instrument similar to the rebab, which is an advancement of the Rabab Pariaman (West Sumatra). This study aims to address the issues identified by the researcher and provide information to the public about the necessity of developing traditional instruments to make them more modern and relevant. The creation of a new musical instrument is considered crucial for the sustainability of traditional music across Indonesia, especially in West Sumatra, as evidence of the dynamism of traditional music. The object of this study is the Rabab Pariaman, a traditional Minangkabau instrument that is played with a bow and is at risk of extinction. Therefore, it is essential to develop the instrument to ensure its continued value. Data collection techniques used in this research include field observation, interviews, documentation, and literature studies. The research method used is a descriptive-analytic approach with a qualitative methodology, analyzing and describing the findings from the field in writing. This study also elaborates on the process of creating Rebi based on the research findings, which are then linked to the fields of organology and acoustics, resulting in a new musical instrument with a distinctive tone color. The creation of this new instrument is deemed vital for the preservation of traditional music in Indonesia, particularly in West Sumatra, and serves as proof of the dynamism and innovation within traditional music

COGNITIVE FUNCTIONAL IMPAIRMENT IN POST-ISCHEMIC STROKE PATIENTS WITH HYPERTENSION

2025-07-31T12:15:20+07:00

Stroke can cause functional brain disorders in the form of cognitive impairment. The incidence of cognitive impairment increases threefold after stroke, and usually involves impairment of visuospatial abilities, memory, orientation, language, attention, and executive function. This study used a cross-sectional method. The data obtained were analyzed descriptively (univariate), followed by a chi-square test for bivariate analysis, and logistic regression was used for multivariate analysis. The sample obtained was 110 samples, consisting of 72 men (65%) and 38 women (34.5%), with the most age group 51-60 years as many as 36 patients (32.7%). 75 patients (68.2%) experienced cognitive impairment (MoCA < 26) and 35 patients (31.8%) did not experience cognitive impairment (MoCA ≥ 26). Bivariate analysis found that hypertension (OR: 1.02; CI: 0.70-1.49; p: 0.823) did not affect the occurrence of cognitive impairment in post-stroke patients. Multivariate analysis found that the onset of recurrent stroke, the number of lesions, parietal lesions, and temporal lesions were associated with cognitive impairment after ischemic stroke. Hypertension was not associated with cognitive impairment in post-stroke patients

CASES OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE CRIME, MODES OF ONLINE GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN INDONESIA

2025-07-28T17:03:13+07:00

During the 2016-2020 period, there were at least 5,200 cases of crimes against morality each year. According to Statistics Indonesia (BPS), the highest number of cases was reported in 2020, with a total of 6,872 cases. Cases of sexual violence, such as rape and child molestation, dominated during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to data from the Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI), there were 419 cases of children in conflict with the law (ABH) due to sexual violence in 2020.

The National Commission on Violence Against Women (Komnas Perempuan) noted that sexual molestation was the most common form of sexual violence against women in the personal sphere in 2020, accounting for 20.8% of all cases of sexual violence in the personal sphere throughout the year. The crime of sexual molestation is defined as a physical sexual assault, but not penetration.

The Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection (PPPA) recorded 10,247 cases of violence against women throughout 2021, of which 15.2% were sexual violence. Women and children are the most likely targets of these crimes.

The total number of cases of gender-based violence (GBV) against women in the personal sphere reported to Komnas Perempuan reached 2,527 in 2021. Throughout 2021, there were 3,838 cases of violence against women reported to Komnas Perempuan. Of that number, the majority of victims were from Generation Z (born 1995-2010). The most common types of cases were: (1) Violence by ex-boyfriends, reaching 813 cases. This number is equivalent to 32.2% of the total KBG in the personal sphere reported to the National Commission on Violence Against Women; (2) Violence against wives, totaling 771 cases (30.5%), followed by violence in relationships, totaling 463 cases (18.3%), and violence against girls, totaling 212 cases (8.4%). (3) Violence by other perpetrators in personal relationships within the household, totaling 171 cases, violence by ex-husbands, totaling 92 cases, and violence against domestic workers, totaling 5 cases.

Reports of violence received by the police in the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic were the highest since 2016. By gender, the majority of victims reporting violence in 2020 were male, at 58.67%, while female victims reported only 44.58%.

The majority of sexual violence cases in Indonesia end without certainty. This is because 57% of sexual violence victims admit there is no resolution to their cases. The solutions are: (1) Paying the victim a sum of money. This is as stated by 39.9% of sexual violence victims; (2) 26.2% of victims eventually marry the perpetrator. Only 19.2% of victims successfully defend their sexual violence cases, resulting in the perpetrators ending up in prison.

MIXED METHODS RESEARCH: MERITS, APPLICATIONS AND CHALLENGES

2025-08-05T17:33:48+07:00

Mixed methods research is an approach that draws from the strengths of both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, resulting in richer insights and more robust conclusions. This article, thus, explores the merits, applications and challenges associated the mixed methods approach through a synthesis of studies published between 2006 and 2023. According to this analysis, the advantages of the mixed methods approach include: comprehensive understanding of the research problem, validation of data through triangulation, flexibility and adaptability during the research process, yields rich and contextualized data, provides both depth and breadth to the study and enhances interpretation of findings. On the other hand, some of the challenges are: requires additional financial resources and time, requires one to possess expertise in both qualitative and quantitative approaches, the challenge of integrating qualitative and quantitative data and the challenge of interpreting the findings. This review, thus, concludes that the integration of both qualitative and quantitative approaches is powerful and enables researchers to tap into the strengths of both approaches (qualitative and quantitative), thereby providing a fuller, more nuanced understanding of the phenomena under study

EFFECT OF BUTTERFLY HUG METHOD ON REDUCING ANXIETY LEVELS IN DORMITORY STUDENTS IN FACING THE RISK OF COVID-19 TRANSMISSION AT SMP MTA GEMOLONG

2025-08-05T19:56:11+07:00

Covid-19 is a disease with a high transmission rate. This makes boarding students vulnerable to experiencing anxiety in facing the challenges of the high spread of Covid-19 in dormitories because activities are carried out 24 hours face-to-face. Anxiety that is not addressed immediately will negatively impact dormitories students, so appropriate education and intervention are needed. This study aims to determine the effect of the butterfly hug method on reducing anxiety levels in dormitory students in facing the risk of covid-19 transmission at SMP MTA Gemolong. This study used quasi experimental design. The sampling technique used purposive sampling technique and obtained a number of 76 participants who were divided into experimental group (n = 38) and kontrol group (n = 38). The instrument used was the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS). Data analysis used Wilcoxon Test and Mann Whitney Test with p value < 0.05. Data analysis using the Wilcoxon Test in the experimental group showed p value = 0,000 and in the kontrol group showed p value = 0,141. Hypothesis testing using the Mann Whitney Test in both groups obtained p value = 0,026. There is an effect of the butterfly hug method on reducing anxiety levels in dormitory students facing the risk of covid-19 transmission at SMP MTA Gemolong.

INCORPORATING BALINESE LOCAL WISDOM INTO PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES: A CASE STUDY OF JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS

2025-08-07T16:11:40+07:00

This study examines the incorporation of local wisdom into pedagogical approaches in junior high schools in Bali, emphasizing how educators integrate Balinese cultural values and practices into classroom instruction. This research examines the utilization of local wisdom, the teaching methods employed, and the problems faced in various educational environments through culturally responsive pedagogy. A qualitative case study methodology encompassed classroom observations, semi-structured interviews with educators and administrators, and an analysis of instructional documents. Research indicates that Balinese philosophies, such Tri Hita Karana and Tat Twam Asi, and other local wisdom together with community-oriented practices, are amalgamated through storytelling, project-based learning, reflective writing, and experiential instruction. These methodologies promote student involvement, cultural consciousness, and moral advancement. Nonetheless, obstacles hinder its implementation, such as time limitations, the absence of culturally pertinent teaching materials, insufficient professional development, and demands from the conventional curriculum. The study underscores differences in integration methods based on regional and institutional contexts prioritizing reflective and discussion-oriented approaches. The findings confirm that teaching grounded on local wisdom increases the significance and effectiveness of education, while simultaneously acting as a vehicle for cultural preservation. The study advocates for enhanced institutional support, educator training, and curriculum adaptability to foster culturally relevant education.

THE ROLE OF TEMPERATURE IN REGULATING CHRYSANTHEMUM FLOWER COLORATION FOR THE OPTIMIZATION OF FLORICULTURE PRODUCTION

2025-08-12T05:20:57+07:00

The coloration of chrysanthemum flowers is strongly affected by ambient temperature, primarily through the biosynthetic and degradative pathways of anthocyanin pigments. This literature review synthesizes findings from 2015 to 2025, focusing on temperature effects under both open-field and controlled-environment (greenhouse) conditions. Elevated temperatures (≥30 °C) have been shown to inhibit anthocyanin biosynthesis and accelerate pigment degradation, leading to faded petal coloration. Conversely, cooler temperatures promote pigment accumulation, resulting in brighter and more persistent floral hues. These temperature-dependent responses vary across cultivars and are influenced by developmental stages and interactions with light intensity, relative humidity, and nutrient status. Greenhouse cultivation offers potential mitigation but demands integrated microclimate regulation. Omics approaches, including transcriptomics and metabolomics, hold promise in uncovering the genetic mechanisms that regulate flower coloration. In parallel, the application of smart technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and big data, driven prediction systems can support precision cultivation practices. These insights provide a scientific foundation for optimizing chrysanthemum-based floriculture production systems that are resilient to climate change