Pelatihan Aplikasi Sarana Pemasaran Online Imooji Untuk Mitra Produk Gusereen di Masa Pandemi Covid-19

Marketing of palm sugar products in District of Lima Puluh Kota is still managed traditionally, rarely use online marketing. Product marketing of Gusereen still relies on word of mouth and the limited use of groups on social media. This training activity aims to provide knowledge on how to make imooji digital brochures to increase promotion and sales of Gusereen products. The collection of data and information is conducted by observing and interviewing the needs and situations experienced by partners, business processes and obstacles faced. Training method is using the PLA (Participatory Learning and Action) method. Exposure of lesson materials to partners is conducted by providing information on the use of imooji, the choice of packages provided, and how to use imooji. Participants get lesson learn and guidance through the direct practices of using the application. The training practices carried out include 1) How to log in and register as a new user; 2) How to use the imooji user interface; 3) Choose a preferred and suitable template for Gusereen products; 4) Upload photos of the products; 5) Change text or product images; 6) Save and preview the created imooji; and 7) Publish or share imooji on social media. This training succeeded in increasing participants' knowledge by 45% from pre-test to post-test. Participants benefit from the training provided and 87% of participants understand the material provided. This training is expected to be the beginning of the transfer of knowledge and information to the palm sugar business community, especially for palm sugar business actors in Labuah Gunuang.

Using a Participatory Learning and Action Approach to Improve Young Papuans and Moluccans’ Knowledge of Herbal Drinks to Increase Immunity During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The introduction of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) into the human population represents a tremendous medical and economical crisis. The immune system plays a central role in protecting against this novel virus. This activity aimed to empower young generation using participatory learning and action approach to improve their knowledge about medicinal plants that grow in Indonesia and whose anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunomodulatory, and antiviral properties. Organoleptic test results showed that Kunyit Asam (consisted of turmeric and ginger) and Tealang (consisted of butterfly pea and lemongrass) were highly favored by panelists. Our results provide valuable information on the medicinal plants used as an immunity booster within the studied community.

Pengembangan Kreativitas dan Produktivitas Siswa-Siswi Sekolah Dasar Islam Al-Azhar 8 Kembangan Jakarta Barat melalui Program Media Creative Class

Purpose: This activity aimed to add, improve, and sharpen participant's skills, develop the creativity of elementary school children, and increase their productivity during the pandemic Method: Participatory Learning and Action (PLA) approach was utilized by assessing community involvement and interest in Creative Media Class's programs. Results: As a result of this activity, participants have gained new skills such as a better understanding of how they create creative content. Not only that, but they also know about ethics in social media. Making posters/flyers / Instagram post formats and video blogs are distributed through the official social media Media Creative Class, Instagram: @medikraf and their own. Conclusion: To develop student creativity for their skills, Media Creative Class helps them optimize technology for a solution to social distancing regulations.

Pelatihan sistem aplikasi komputer dan bimbingan teknis tata kelola administrasi desa di Desa Mopaano

Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat (PKM) ini diselenggarakan di Desa Mopaano Kecamatan Lasalimu Selatan Kabupaten Buton, penyelenggaraan pemerintahan desa di Desa Mopaano mengenai sistem administrasi desa sesuai dengan aturan perundang-undangan, serta belum memanfaatkan teknologi komputer, ini dikarenakan sumber daya manusia perangkat desa belum optimal. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan Participatory Learning And Action (PLA) atau proses belajar dan praktik secara partisipatif. Output dari pengabdian ini ialah perangkat desa mampu menggunakan aplikasi komputer dan mempunyai keterampilan dalam mengelola administrasi desa agar tercapainya perangkat desa yang tertib administrasi.