SYNAPSI: Journal of Information Systems and Informatics Education

Web-Based Monitoring Application to Enhance the Effectiveness of Character Building Training (CBT) Mentoring in Higher Education

Reza Hadi, Defla Nora — Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 +0700

Purpose of the study: This research aims to design and develop a web-based monitoring application to enhance the effectiveness of mentoring activities in the Character Building Training (CBT) program at UIN Alauddin Makassar by facilitating scheduling, digital verification, and real-time progress monitoring.

Methodology: This study employs a Design and Creation approach with a Waterfall development model. Data were collected through interviews with the CBT program head, participatory observations, and literature reviews. The application was developed using PHP with CodeIgniter framework, MySQL database, and tested using Black Box testing method on three user levels: students, lecturers/mentors, and program heads.

Main Findings: The resulting application successfully integrates resolution tracking, digital attendance verification replacing manual signatures, and real-time monitoring dashboard. Black Box testing confirmed all functions (login, registration, resolution checking, chat features) performed as expected without errors, enabling structured mentoring within the 40-day timeframe.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This research presents a novel integrated monitoring system specifically designed for character mentoring in higher education, combining personal resolution achievement tracking, digital verification mechanisms, and two-way communication features in one platform advancing beyond general academic monitoring systems by addressing the unique needs of character value internalization processes.

Web-Based Geographic Information System for Mapping and Spatial Visualization of Cultural and Historical Tourism Objects in Makassar City

Hafiz Aulia, Dedek Elvianti — Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 +0700

Purpose of the study: This research aims to develop a web-based Geographic Information System (GIS) for mapping and visualizing the spatial distribution of cultural and historical tourism objects in Makassar City, integrating location coordinates, access routes, and descriptive information into an interactive digital platform accessible to the public and stakeholders.

Methodology: This study employed a descriptive qualitative method with a system development approach. The research stages included planning, data collection through interviews and observations at the Makassar City Culture and Tourism Office, and system development using ArcView 3.3 for map digitization, ALOV Map v.096 as the WebGIS framework, PHP programming language, and MySQL database. Black-box testing was conducted to evaluate system functionality and interface performance.

Main Findings: The research successfully produced a web-based GIS application displaying 20 cultural and historical tourism sites across Makassar City, complete with coordinate points and descriptive information. The system integrates supporting spatial data including 14 sub-district boundaries, 143 urban village boundaries, 20 main roads, and river networks, all accessible through an interactive map interface with navigation features and query capabilities. Black-box testing confirmed all system functions operated as expected.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study presents the first integrated WebGIS specifically designed for Makassar's cultural heritage that combines multi-layer spatial data with dynamic content management capabilities, effectively.

Development of Academic Information System to Improve School Service Quality at SMK Negeri 1 Pundong

Astrid Puspita, Dhea Eka Putri — Wed, 13 May 2026 08:21:45 +0700

Purpose of the study: This study aims to develop a desktop-based Academic Information System (AIS) and analyze its effect on improving school service quality at SMK Negeri 1 Pundong through integrated management of teacher data, student data, employee data, inventory, correspondence, and schedules.

Methodology: The study employed Research and Development (R&D) method with waterfall model (needs analysis, design, coding, testing). The system was developed using Borland Delphi 7 programming language and Microsoft Access database. Data were collected through unstructured interviews and needs analysis questionnaires distributed to 86 teachers and staff, as well as black box testing and performance testing by experts and users.

Main Findings: Expert testing results obtained a score of 83.75% (very good) and user testing obtained 86.81% (very good). Service Quality-based functionality testing achieved 86.33% with the highest dimension on Tangibles (89.33%). The system successfully integrated eight main menus and proved to increase service speed (95%) and ease of operation (91.25%).

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this research lies in the development of a comprehensive AIS that integrates eight school management functions into one integrated platform, as well as evaluating its impact on service quality through active user participation since the needs analysis stage, differing from previous studies that only focused on single functions such as grade management or student admission.

Development of Augmented Reality-Based Learning Multimedia on Volcanism to Enhance Visualization of Abstract Concepts in Senior High School

Salsabila Salsabila, Farizal Farizal — Wed, 13 May 2026 08:52:35 +0700

Purpose of the study: This study aims to develop Android-based Augmented Reality (AR) learning multimedia for volcanism material in senior high school by integrating three-dimensional models of volcano internal structures and testing its feasibility as a learning medium.

Methodology: This research applied a Research and Development (R&D) method using a modified Borg & Gall model with eight stages. The product was developed using Unity 3D 2018.4.4f1, Vuforia SDK, and Blender 2.79b. The subjects included one media expert, two material experts, and 20 students of class X IPS 1 at SMA N 1 Ngaglik. Data collection used observation and questionnaires with a Likert scale, analyzed through descriptive quantitative methods.

Main Findings: Validation results showed a score of 71 from the media expert (Very Feasible), 146 from material experts (Very Feasible), and 1483 from student responses (Feasible). Black box testing indicated all features and navigation buttons functioned properly. The multimedia contains six main menus and five sub-materials supported by AR pages displaying 3D volcano-related objects, including magma intrusion, magma extrusion, volcano morphology, and eruption types.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this study lies in integrating portable Android-based AR multimedia with 3D visualization of volcano internal structures without requiring special infrastructure such as projectors or Kinect sensors, making it more practical for senior high school learning compared to previous studies.

Utilization of the Aku Pintar Application as an Information Service Media in Determining Major Choices for Students of Al-Fityah IT High School, Pekanbaru

Tince Yurika Ajeng, Rhoni Rodin — Wed, 13 May 2026 09:08:32 +0700

Purpose of the study: This study aims to analyze the implementation of information services through the Aku Pintar application in assisting students of SMA IT Al-Fityah Pekanbaru in determining appropriate major choices based on their interests, talents, and academic potential through digital-based guidance and counseling services.

Methodology This study employed a qualitative case study approach at SMA IT Al-Fityah Pekanbaru. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, observations, and documentation. The participants consisted of one counseling teacher and five students. The study utilized the Aku Pintar application, smartphone devices, thematic analysis techniques, triangulation methods, and Holland’s career theory as the analytical framework.

Main Findings: The findings revealed that the Aku Pintar application positively supported students in understanding their interests, talents, and educational pathways. The application improved students’ confidence in determining majors through aptitude and interest assessments, interactive information services, and counseling guidance. Accessibility through smartphones, counseling teachers’ support, student motivation, and parental involvement significantly contributed to the successful implementation of digital-based information services.

Novelty/Originality of this study: This study offers a qualitative exploration of the implementation of information services through the Aku Pintar application within an Islamic integrated school context. The research integrates Holland’s career theory with digital counseling services and highlights students’ experiences, counseling teachers’ roles, and supporting factors in developing interactive and personalized educational technology-based guidance services.

Analysis of the Promotional Communication Strategy of the Purworejo Regency Regional Library in Attracting Public Interest

Devi Guriani, Titis Sagita — Wed, 13 May 2026 09:22:37 +0700

Purpose of the study: This study aims to analyze the promotional communication strategies implemented by the Regional Library of Purworejo Regency in attracting public interest in library services and increasing public awareness of the importance of libraries as centers of information and literacy.

Methodology: This study employed a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, observations, and documentation. The research informants consisted of the head of the library, library staff, and library visitors selected purposively. Data analysis used an interactive model involving data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing through source and technique triangulation.

Main Findings: The findings showed that promotional communication strategies were carried out through mobile library services, smart cars, socialization programs, book fairs, websites, training activities, and other promotional media. These strategies succeeded in increasing public awareness of the importance of libraries. However, the implementation still faced several obstacles, including limited human resources, insufficient budget, suboptimal use of digital media, and broad geographical conditions.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this study lies in its focus on the promotional communication strategies of regional libraries within the local community context of Purworejo Regency by connecting geographical conditions, social characteristics of the community, promotional barriers, and the effectiveness of communication strategies implemented by the regional library in a more contextual and comprehensive manner.

The Influence of Student Perceptions on the Quality of Library Services and Learning Facilities in Increasing User Satisfaction in University Libraries

Utama Khalid Lubis, Joni Karman — Wed, 13 May 2026 09:37:08 +0700

Purpose of the study: This study aims to analyze the influence of students’ perceptions of library service quality and learning facilities on user satisfaction in university libraries, particularly at the Central Library of Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY).

Methodology This study employed a quantitative ex-post facto approach involving 251 university students as respondents. Data were collected through Likert-scale questionnaires and analyzed using multiple linear regression with SPSS for Windows. Instrument validity was tested using Pearson Product Moment, while reliability was tested using Cronbach’s Alpha. Classical assumption tests included normality, multicollinearity, and heteroscedasticity tests.

Main Findings: The results showed that library service quality and learning facilities had positive and significant effects on user satisfaction both partially and simultaneously. Library service quality had the strongest influence on user satisfaction with a significance value of 0.000, while learning facilities also significantly influenced satisfaction with a significance value of 0.001. The coefficient of determination (R²) indicated that both variables contributed 43.2% to user satisfaction.

Novelty/Originality of this study: The novelty of this study lies in the integration of library service quality and learning facilities into a single quantitative model for analyzing user satisfaction in university libraries. This research highlights the importance of modern learning facilities and digital-based services in supporting students’ academic experiences and positions university libraries as collaborative learning and digital literacy centers.