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Enhancing market efficiency for chili farmers through digital auction platforms: A case study of semar-dica apps
Get PDFBackground: The red chili supply chain in the coastal sandy areas of Kulon Progo, Yogyakarta, faces chronic inefficiencies, including volatile prices, lengthy distribution channels, and farmers’ dependency on intermediaries. Although traditional auction markets offer more transparent price formation, delayed payments often push farmers back into unfavorable marketing practices. The advancement of digital technology provides new opportunities to enhance market efficiency and empower smallholder farmers. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Semar-Dica Apps, an Android-based digital auction platform, to design an effective digital marketing system and evaluate its potential to improve market efficiency and farmers’ income . Methods: A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, supported by participatory action research (PAR) in several chili-producing villages of Panjatan Sub-district, Kulon Progo. Data were collected through field observations, in-depth interviews with key stakeholders, and analysis of relevant secondary data. The analysis involved thematic coding, comparison between conventional and digital auction mechanisms, SMART feasibility assessment, and stakeholder mapping using the Triple Helix model. Findings: The Semar-Dica platform demonstrates potential in shortening supply chains, increasing price transparency, and accelerating payment processes. However, challenges remain, including limited digital literacy, operational costs, and competition with local traders. To overcome these barriers, farmer training, video-based guidance, and inclusive stakeholder engagement are necessary. Collaboration with local collectors is also suggested to support smoother adoption. Conclusion: The Semar-Dica Apps offer a promising solution for enhancing market efficiency and improving income security for chili farmers. Its success, however, relies on strategic implementation and support from all stakeholders. Novelty/Originalty of this article: This study contributes to the discourse on agricultural digitalization by identifying context-specific barriers to adoption and offering targeted, inclusive strategies to facilitate the transition of smallholder farmers to digital marketing platform
Implementation of the linguistic bi'ah in the habit of memorizing the kalam
Get PDFBackground: The implementation of Bī’ah Lugawiyah at Islamic boarding school (Pondok Pesantren) Modern Az-Zahra Al-Gontory Gunung Tugel Banyumas is one of the processes in Arabic language learning, specifically to acquire mahārah kalām (speaking skills). Considering the diverse background of the students with varying language characteristics and dialects, the implementation requires considerable time and understanding for one to be considered proficient in Arabic. The purpose of this study is to describe the implementation of Bī’ah Lugawiyah in the habituation of Mahārah Kalām at Islamic boarding school (Pondok Pesantren) Modern Az-Zahra Al-Gontory Gunung Tugel Banyumas. Methods: The type of research used is field research with a qualitative case study approach. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation, while data analysis is carried out through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Findings: The results of this study show that the implementation of Bī’ah Lugawiyah in the habituation of Mahārah Kalām at Islamic boarding school (Pondok Pesantren) Modern Az-Zahra Al-Gontory is carried out through several language programs, including vocabulary provision, mandatory use of Arabic for 24 hours, muḥādaṡah (conversations), muḥāḍarah (lectures), language development, mahkamatul lughoh (language court), and musāmahah (tolerance). All these programs are conducted using Arabic to habituate students to mahārah kalām. Conclusion: The factors that support the establishment of Bī’ah Lugawiyah include the existence of language programs, good cooperation, human resources (educators who are alumni of Gontor with good language skills), and a language institution capable of driving every activity. Meanwhile, the factors that hinder the establishment of Bī’ah Lugawiyah include the low enthusiasm of students in learning Arabic, low awareness among students about using Arabic, differences in student abilities, and a lack of communication among the administrators. Novelty/Originality of this article: Unlike studies that generally discuss Arabic learning in Islamic boarding schools, this article highlights the unique integration of structured language programs—such as muḥādaṡah, muḥāḍarah, and mahkamatul lughoh—as systematic efforts to habituate mahārah kalām
Evaluating delays in non-compounded prescription services under health coverage
Get PDFBackground: Hospital pharmaceutical services are critical to achieving high-quality healthcare. Waiting time for outpatient prescription services is a key performance indicator and a major concern for patients, particularly in Indonesia’s BPJS Kesehatan (National Health Insurance) program. At Hermina Bekasi Hospital, long prescription wait times have led to patient dissatisfaction, prompting this study to evaluate the waiting time for non-compounded prescriptions to assess compliance with national standards. Methods: This study employed a mixed methods design with an explanatory sequential approach. The quantitative phase involved observing 100 non-compounded outpatient prescriptions in March 2023 to measure waiting times. Data were analyzed for average durations and compliance with the ≤30-minute standard set by the Ministry of Health. The qualitative phase included in-depth interviews with five pharmacy staff, using an input-process-output framework to identify underlying causes of delay. Findings: Only 2% of prescriptions met the 30-minute standard; the average waiting time was 1 hour and 50 minutes, with a maximum of 3 hours and 32 minutes. The verification stage was the most time-consuming. Factors contributing to delays included inadequate human resources, insufficient facilities and infrastructure, SOP implementation gaps, overlapping doctor practice hours, and distant medication storage. These delays caused patient complaints and risked non-compliance with hospital accreditation benchmarks. Conclusion: The waiting time for non-compounded outpatient prescription services at Hermina Bekasi Hospital fails to meet national standards. Improvements are urgently needed in human resources allocation, doctor scheduling, infrastructure, and process efficiency to reduce delays and enhance service quality. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study offers a comprehensive evaluation using a mixed-methods framework to diagnose systemic inefficiencies in prescription services within a BPJS healthcare setting. The integration of both quantitative and qualitative insights provides actionable recommendations, such as layout redesign and warehousing solutions, which are often overlooked in similar studies
Factors contributing to delayed health insurance outpatient claims and administrative optimization strategies
Get PDFBackground: Pending claims in BPJS Kesehatan (National Health Insurance) systems can cause significant financial and administrative inefficiencies. At Universitas Indonesia Hospital, a notable number of outpatient health insurance claims remain unresolved, affecting both hospital revenue and claim processing performance. Methods: This study uses a cross-sectional observational approach, collecting data at one specific point in time to analyze pending outpatient health insurance claim files at Universitas Indonesia Hospital in 2023. Claim submission and verification procedures were examined, from medical record processing to claim file transfer to the insurer. Findings: Out of 102,530 outpatient claims submitted in 2023, 1,557 (1.5%) were pending, amounting to a total of IDR 1.84 billion. The main causes were incomplete files and medical resumes (47.1%), coding discrepancies and incorrect medical actions (38.1%), and indications of repeated actions (14.8%). Conclusion: The high rate of pending claims can be mitigated through targeted strategies such as increasing human resources in the support services unit, routine hardware maintenance, ongoing training for coders on the latest coding agreements, and better communication with doctors to ensure clarity in diagnosis documentation. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study offers an in-depth, institution-specific analysis of outpatient claim delays in a major Indonesian hospital, identifying root causes and practical solutions. It contributes to optimizing hospital administration and health insurance efficiency by addressing operational gaps often overlooked in broader policy discussions
Transforming organic waste into compost: An integrative approach to sustainable agriculture
No full textBackground: Pangkajene and Islands Regency (Pangkep) has a unique geographical character that combines the karst foothills of Pangkep–Maros with a cluster of islands in the Makassar Strait. This condition has given rise to an economy based on agriculture, fisheries, and industry, but on the other hand, it has also created waste management issues, particularly with regard to organic waste from households and traditional markets, which has the potential to cause odours, leachate, and greenhouse gas emissions if not managed properly. Method: The study used a descriptive-exploratory qualitative approach with an embedded case study. The main "case" was the ecosystem of organic waste utilisation for compost in Pangkep. Findings: This study shows that organic waste is still the dominant fraction in Pangkep Regency, but its management is not yet optimal, causing environmental problems such as odour, leachate, and potential greenhouse gas emissions. Conclusion: This study confirms that organic waste in Pangkep Regency has great potential to be processed into compost, but its utilisation is still far from optimal. Novelty/Originality of this article: The originality or uniqueness of this article lies in its focus, which not only discusses organic waste management as an environmental issue, but also directly links it to the needs of sustainable agriculture in Pangkep Regency. This article presents an integrative approach by combining the potential of municipal waste and rice straw as compost raw materials, while also assessing product quality based on the SNI 7763:2018/2024 standard
Effectiveness of global warming disaster mitigation e-module in increasing students' creative thinking
Get PDFBackground: Global warming is an environmental problem that has a broad impact on human life and ecosystems. Disaster mitigation due to global warming is a crucial step that needs to be implemented in various aspects, including education. The Merdeka Curriculum emphasizes project-based learning and innovation, so that the development of e-modules based on disaster mitigation with a guided inquiry approach is a relevant solution for improving students' creative thinking skills. Methods: This research uses the Research and Development (R&D) method with the Van den Akker model in developing e-modules, as well as a quasi-experimental approach with a pretest-posttest control group design to test its effectiveness. The research subjects were class X students at MAN 3 Mandailing Natal who were selected using a purposive sampling technique. The research instrument is a creative thinking test which is validated by experts and tested for reliability. Data analysis was carried out using the N-Gain test and the Mann-Whitney test. Findings: The research results showed that the experimental class that used guided inquiry-based e-modules experienced a higher increase in creative thinking skills than the control class. The average N-Gain score for the experimental class was 0.66 (high category) while the control class was only 0.33 (low category). The Mann-Whitney test showed a significant difference between the two groups (Asymp. Sig. < 0.05), indicating the effectiveness of the e-module in improving creative thinking skills. Conclusion: This research confirms that e-modules based on disaster mitigation with a guided inquiry approach are effective in improving students' creative thinking skills. Novelty/Originality of this article: The novelty of this research lies in the integration of e-modules in disaster mitigation learning in the Merdeka Curriculum, which has not been studied much before. The authenticity of this research is supported by an experimental approach and measurement based on structured creative thinking indicators
Natural resource management philosophy: Sustainability principles in forest area management local community-based
Get PDFBackground: The application of philosophy in natural resource management provides a solid foundation for making wise and sustainable decisions. Forests are a source of livelihood for people, especially in developing countries including Indonesia. Policies that favor the fulfillment of human needs without damaging the environment are based on the philosophy of environmental ethics and sustainability. Each country has different policies in managing forest areas, including involving local communities. Methods: This article analyzes community-based forest area management implemented by a number of countries such as Indonesia, Thailand, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Canada, and Mexico. This article also examines the application of the concept of collaboration and a stronger role of the private sector in other countries. The in-depth analysis in this article uses literature and case studies from Indonesia, Thailand, Myanmar, and Bangladesh. Canada, the United States, and South Korea. Findings: The article's conclusion highlights that sustainable natural resource management hinges on applying philosophical principles, particularly environmental ethics and sustainability, to policy-making. It emphasizes that community involvement and robust governance are key to successful forest conservation efforts, as shown by various case studies and management models. Conclusion: Forest management is greatly influenced by the relationship between state capacity and social capital, in this case community participation. If the capacity of the state is weak, while social capital is weak, then the concept of community-based forest management can be carried out. Novelty/Originality: The rehabilitation of an area of 410 ha into rubber plantations managed by local residents has brought in new sources of income. From 2010 to 2017 the Gini coefficient of inequality decreased from 34.6% to 31.3%
From static to social: Museum-date and the reimagining of urban museums in the disruption era
Get PDFBackground: This study addresses the shifting public perception of museums in the era of disruption, particularly among urban communities. One manifestation of this shift is the emergence of the museum-date phenomenon, in which museum visits are reimagined as interactive, experiential, and lifestyle-oriented activities. This study aims to investigate how this transformation reflects broader changes in how urban society engages with tourism and cultural institutions. Methods: A qualitative ethnographic method was applied to explore this phenomenon. Data collection involved direct observation, in-depth interviews with key and additional informants, and documentation techniques. Fieldwork was conducted at the National Museum of Indonesia and Lawang Sewu to gather insights into the practices and perceptions surrounding museum-dates in an urban context. Findings: Findings indicate that the disruption era has significantly influenced the dynamics of museum engagement. The concept of the museum-date is not only shaped by disruptive innovations—such as digital culture and social media—but also by a tension with conventional museum frameworks. Visitors are increasingly transforming their museum visits into personalized and performative experiences, reflecting broader changes in urban lifestyles and consumer behavior. The museum-date represents a repackaging of tourism experiences that aligns with the sensibilities of the digital and disruption-driven generation. Conclusion: The study concludes that the museum-date trend signifies a reconfiguration of museum functions in response to disruption-era influences, offering new potential for museums to remain culturally relevant and socially integrated in urban life. Novelty/Originality of this article: This article offers a novel contribution by examining the museum-date as a cultural response to the era of disruption, highlighting how innovation and social media have reshaped urban tourism and museum engagement in Indonesia. It provides a new lens to understand how urban society adapts cultural spaces to meet evolving social needs
Unraveling hegemony digital: A framework CDA-semiotic framework for sustainable social epistemic justice
Get PDFBackground: In an increasingly digitized world, religion and culture have transcended their traditional roles. They are now instruments of hegemony that shape—and often destroy—our collective perception of social sustainability. This research examines how digital media platforms, through algorithms and "echo chambers", perpetuate such "organized ignorance", a systemic erosion of critical thinking caused by structural pressures and ideological manipulation. This research is rooted in the philosophical principle of Enlightenment (Kant: "Sapere Aude") and the critique of epistemic passivity (Bonhoeffer, Nietzsche). The core argument is that digital ecosystems paradoxically democratize knowledge while simultaneously reinforcing cognitive conformity and threatening socio-cultural resilience. Method: Using a qualitative design, this study applies Teun van Dijk's Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) and Saussurean semiotics to deconstruct power-laden narratives in religious-cultural content on platforms such as YouTube. Primary data are taken from one of Ardhianzy’s videos on collective ignorance, and secondary metadata illustrate how algorithms reduce complex symbols (e.g., Kantian Enlightenment, Luther’s Reformation) into binary myths. This process legitimizes polarization and perpetuates epistemic injustice. Findings: The findings confirm the symbiotic role of algorithmic personalization and capitalist platforms in commercializing Enlightenment rhetoric. This fuels banality malorum (Arendt) through the normalization of misinformation and affective polarization. The research also identifies historical hegemonic mechanisms—such as colonial "enlightenment" missions and Nazi propaganda—that resurface in the digital context. This is reflected in Indonesia’s socio-political fragmentation, manifested through coordinated disinformation campaigns. Conclusion: This research recommends the integration of "algorithmic literacy" into SDG-based education, enhanced regulatory transparency (e.g., the EU Digital Services Act), and the development of virtue ethics-based platforms to restore intellectual autonomy. By synthesizing CDA, semiotics, and moral philosophy, the study maps hidden power structures in digital narratives and proposes actionable strategies. Novelty/Originality of this Article: This methodological synthesis of CDA, semiotics, and moral philosophy represents a novelty not present in previous unidisciplinary studies. Theoretically, this research bridges Kantian Enlightenment with contemporary critiques of digital hegemony
Combination of non-renewable and renewable natural resources for sustainable energy provision in Indonesia
Get PDFBackground: Development, as part of the process of advancing civilization, requires energy as one of its fundamental resources. This paper discusses the planning of a scenario for the utilization mix of non-renewable and renewable natural resources for sustainable energy supply in Indonesia. Methods: The quantitative method is used to determine the amount of energy imports that need to be reduced by utilizing renewable energy, the amount of renewable energy potential that can be optimized, and recommendations for a more ambitious but realistic energy mix. The qualitative method is used to identify which recommendations are currently effective, which are not, and those that have not yet been proposed to improve an energy mix that meets sustainability aspects. Findings: The results of a system dynamics model review support the need to accelerate the optimization of renewable energy utilization to achieve energy resilience and a strategy for developing low-carbon emission energy. To optimize the use of renewable energy, fiscal incentives from the government are necessary, along with the restructuring of energy prices to make renewable energy more competitive, support for renewable energy technology development, PLN’s (State Electricity Company/Perusahaan Listrik Negara) commitment to using renewable energy with government incentives, and consistent implementation of renewable energy regulations. Conclusion: The energy mix strategy during this transition period is to continue increasing oil production through exploration and Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR), optimize gas and coal with clean technology, and aggressively utilize renewable energy to reduce the oil import gap while transitioning to renewable energy to achieve a sustainable energy future. Novelty/Originality of this article: This article lies in its integrative use of system dynamics modeling and a mixed-method approach to propose a comprehensive, ambitious-yet-realistic energy mix strategy for Indonesia that balances non-renewable and renewable resources to achieve energy sustainability and reduce dependency on imports