Development and Validation of Students’ Competency Instrument on Science Process Skills.
Karima, E., Ibrahim, S.I., Rasit, H.H. and Sumintono, B. (2024). Development and Validation of Students’ Competency Instrument on Science Process Skills. In Zhang, Q. (ed). Proceeding of the Pacific-Rim Objective Measurement Symposium (PROMS) 2023. Atlantis Highlights in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities. https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-494-5_20
Using Rasch Model to Assess the Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety Scale (FLSAS) among University Students in Salatiga, Indonesia
Anandi, R.P., Sumintono, B., Zailani, M.A. and Syafitri, R. (2024). Using Rasch Model to Assess the Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety Scale (FLSAS) among University Students in Salatiga, Indonesia. In Zhang, Q. (ed). Proceeding of the Pacific-Rim Objective Measurement Symposium (PROMS) 2023. Atlantis Highlights in Social Sciences, Education and Humanities. https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-494-5_6
Lecturer Publication 2024: Dr. Destina Wahyu Winarti
Faculty of Education; Lecturer Publication
Measuring the Impact of Islamic Values-Based Scientific Literacy on Scientific Competency of Madrasah Teachers
Asiyah, Febrini, D., Topano, A., Mustamin, A.A, and Hakim, M.A.R. (2024). Measuring the Impact of Islamic Values-Based Scientific Literacy on Scientific Competency of Madrasah Teachers. International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research. Vol 23 (4), 476-496. https://doi.org/10.26803/ijlter.23.4.25 https://www.ijlter.org/index.php/ijlter/article/view/10068
Lunch Talk #32: Finding your voice in research: when the 'personal is political'
You are invited to join the Lunch Talk #32 at the Faculty of Education, UIII.
Dr. Elizabeth Summerfield (Australian Volunteer International and a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Adelaide) will share her presentation under the title: “Finding your voice in research: when the 'personal is political”.
In this talk, she will explain a little about her PhD back story, how it came to influence the questions she asked, what she found out about a leading Australian environmentalist (and Albert Einstein) as a result, and how remembering the phrase 'the personal is political' was important.
Day/Date: Tuesday/August 27, 2024
Time: 12.30-14.00 WIB
Place: Theater, Faculty A Building
Online participation:
https://bit.ly/LunchTalkEdu32
E-Certificate is provided
Thank you!
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Enhancing Quality Assurance Skills at UGM Training
Enhancing Quality Assurance Skills at UGM Training
August 13, 2024
Contributor: Moch Faisal Karim | Editor: Supriyono
Yogyakarta, August 10, 2024 – Four academics from Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII) recently participated in an intensive training program on the Internal Quality Assurance System (SPMI) and Internal Quality Audit (AMI) at Yogyakarta’s Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). The training, held from August 7th to 10th, 2024, aimed to enhance the skills of UIII’s faculty members in quality assurance.
The team included Moch Faisal Karim, PhD, from the Faculty of Social Sciences, Fajar Hirawan, PhD, from the Faculty of Economics and Business, Bambang Sumintono, PhD, from the Faculty of Education, and Faried Fachrudin Saenong, PhD, from the Faculty of Islamic Studies.
The four-day program was divided into two key segments. The initial two days were dedicated to understanding the SPMI framework and its practical implementation. The participants engaged in comprehensive discussions on national policies related to the quality assurance system (SPM Dikti), developed by the Directorate General of Higher Education, Research, and Technology of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia, and examined the relationship between internal and external quality assurance systems. They also explored how the internal quality assurance system is integrated into UGM’s academic processes.
The latter half of the training focused on practical applications of AMI. AMI or Audit Mutu Internal, is a structured, independent, and recorded process designed to verify that the activities within an organization are performed according to established procedures and that the outcomes align with the standards needed to achieve the institution's objectives. The participants took part in role-playing exercises and simulated internal quality audits, gaining hands-on experience in planning, conducting, and reporting on quality audits within their respective faculties. The training concluded with presentations of audit reports and discussions on best practices for follow-up actions.
The training was part of UIII’s broader initiatives to elevate quality standards across its faculties and prepare for upcoming accreditation processes. Additionally, it aims to increase the number of certified internal auditors within the university, thereby strengthening internal quality assurance mechanisms. Organized by UGM, the training provided valuable insights and practical skills that will significantly enhance the quality of education and research at UIII.
source: https://www.uiii.ac.id/news/read/57620/enhancing-quality-assurance-skills-at-ugm-training
Dr. Bambang Sumintono Urges Indonesian Researchers to Prioritize Quality in Educational Leadership Studies
Dr. Bambang Sumintono Urges Indonesian Researchers to Prioritize Quality in Educational Leadership Studies
August 02, 2024
Contributor: Supriyono | Editor: Dadi Darmadi | Photo: Achmad Jatnika
Dr. Bambang Sumintono, Head of the PhD in Education program at UIII, has called on Indonesian researchers to focus on quality over quantity in researching educational leadership. His recommendation stems from a systematic literature review he conducted, which was published as a book chapter by Routledge.
The chapter, published in 2024, is part of the book "Educational Leadership and Asian Culture," edited by Peng Liu and Lei Mee Thien. In this work, Dr. Sumintono, alongside his two colleagues—Hasan Hariri from the University of Lampung, and Erika Setyanti Kusumaputri from UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta, highlights the tendency of local researchers to prioritize the volume of research output rather than the quality of their academic works.
| Read the full article: School Leadership and Indonesian Culture: Revealing the Local Knowledge Development in Post-New Order Indonesia |
A unique aspect of Dr. Sumintono’s chapter is its focus on the "hidden literature", which are research articles written in the Indonesian language and stored in the GARUDA Digital Reference Collection, managed by the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture. By examining these often-overlooked resources, the chapter sheds light on insights that are critical for both local and international scholars.
“The review indicates a significant increase in publications on educational leadership starting in 2013, coinciding with the Directorate General of Higher Education's mandate requiring scientific publications as a prerequisite for graduate students' graduation and for lecturers' promotion,” Dr. Sumintono noted.
The policy, he admitted, has led to a surge in the number of publications. However, it has also had unintended consequences. The rapid increase in research output has, in some cases, led to a rise in conference proceedings and potential predatory publications, which could harm the reputation of Indonesian researchers.
“This shows that the ‘frog leap’ policy to international publications in fact needs to be done in stages, whereby empowering local and national journal publications should be the first priority,” Dr. Sumintono advised.
UIII, through its Faculty of Education, is dedicated to equipping scholars with the skills necessary to become outstanding researchers. The faculty offers four concentrations, one of which is Educational Policy, Management, and Leadership. This concentration is designed to prepare students for leadership roles and policy-related work. Through this concentration, UIII aims to cultivate a new generation of education leaders who can drive positive change in society.
LunchTalk with Dr. Ade Iva Murty: ‘Balance is the Key to Mental Health’
LunchTalk with Dr. Ade Iva Murty: ‘Balance is the Key to Mental Health’
July 31, 2024
Contributor: Supriyono | Editor: Dadi Darmadi
The UIII Faculty of Education (FoE) organized a LunchTalk on July 30, 2024, featuring Dr. Ade Iva Murty, the Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Science at Sampoerna University, Jakarta. She delivered a presentation titled “Burnout and Balance: Prioritizing Mental Health,” where she asserted the importance of maintaining balance to counter stress and burnout, especially in academic settings.
She centered her presentation around ‘burnout, ' which she mentioned as chronic stress. “This is the result of prolonged, unmanaged chronic stress in a person who does not have the coping tools they need. The risks include excessive working hours, institutional dysfunction, lack of efficacy and control, inadequate incentives, and a particularly stressful workplace,” she explained.
She outlined the burnout cycle, detailing its five stages, starting from initial feelings of overwhelm, increased fatigue and errors, reduced empathy and prosocial behavior, decreased openness to problem-solving, and eventually, performance decrease. Dr. Murty emphasized the crucial link between burnout and mental health, advocating for balance as a preventive measure.
“The key to mental health is balance. Mental health means striking a balance in all domains in your life, private, work personal achievements, family, and relationship,” Dr. Murty elaborated. She advised individuals to take charge of their mental health by identifying and managing conditions that could jeopardize their well-being.
As a graduate institution committed to maintaining a high standard of education, UIII aims to provide a learning environment that not only prioritizes academic excellence but also fosters the well-being and mental health of its community. UIII seeks to create a nurturing environment where individuals can pursue their academic goals with confidence, knowing that their mental and emotional well-being is valued and supported.
Discovering Innovation and Collaboration: An Insight from the 10th SEA-DR (South East Asia Design Research) Conference, Australia
Discovering Innovation and Collaboration: An Insight from the 10th SEA-DR (South East Asia Design Research) Conference, Australia
by Fakhrur Razi
Being one of the paper presenters at the 10th SEA-DR is a big opportunity in my life. Attending this conference has colored my academic journey as a PhD student at FoE UIII. This international conference with the theme "Fostering Common Sense in Learning: Unveiling the Potential of Design Research" was hosted by Deakin University, Melbourne Australia on 15-16 July 2024. This conference aims to enhance collaboration and exchange of ideas between researchers and graduate students in implementing design research. Apart from that, the conference chaired by Assoc. Prof. Wanty Widjaja invited keynote speakers who are experts in the field of design research from various countries such as Prof. Fou-Lai Lin (Taiwan), Prof. Zsolt Lavicza (Austria), Assoc. Prof. Adi Nur Cahyono (Indonesia) and Prof. Maija Akslea (Finland).
Participating in the conference activities for two days deepened my knowledge in the field of design research. On the first day, the keynote speakers presented materials regarding designing learning workshops as co-learning settings, teacher innovation (augmented/virtual reality and 3D printing), and promoting STEM education through design research which in general provided the latest innovations regarding the development of design research in the world and how it influences teaching and learning in the classroom. Two insightful things are that teacher training is crucial in improving classroom learning and educational innovation in the world following the development of advanced technology nowadays. However, When I look back at my country, Indonesia, innovation is still not evenly distributed due to the lack of collaboration between various educational stakeholders. This conference reminded us of the benefits of design research as a powerful method in contributing to the richness of learning in the classroom. This opened my eyes to continue innovation and collaboration in design research that could enhance education quality in Indonesia.
The process of writing a paper presented at this conference was also quite challenging for me. The paper I wrote is a part of the results of the project “Spatial Reasoning and Numeracy Workshop for Early Childhood Educators” chaired by my advisor, Destina Winarti, Ph.D. We realize that Professional Development (PD) for kindergarten teachers in improving learning is still under discussion, particularly in spatial reasoning. The paper entitled "Designing Play-Based Spatial Reasoning Activities: A Professional Development Program for Early Childhood Education Teachers" aims to design professional development that helps teachers in designing play-based activities. After presenting it on the second day, I got critical questions about the continuation of this professional development in the classroom context. This question led to an exchange of ideas among the panels with positive energy. Also, I got networking from various countries, both Asia and Australia, to discuss the extent to which design research can influence classroom learning in our respective countries.
I reflect that innovation and collaboration between researchers and practitioners/teachers in Indonesia still need improvement. However, several reliable international assessments (e.g. PISA and TIMSS) that serve as a reference for the quality of education in a country place Indonesia as still below the average compared to other countries in the world. In fact, education in Indonesia still requires learning innovations that will produce effective learning. Furthermore, the keynote speaker also talked about the importance of working with the community to transfer design research into comprehensive education policies. Through this conference, implementing collaboration between teachers and researchers in design research in a sustainable manner is the key to improving classroom learning. In summary, as a young researcher, I have a strong desire to conduct design research and collaborate with various parties in creating sustainable educational innovations to accelerate the quality of education in Indonesia.
Unleashing the potential: spatializing middle school mathematics for enhanced learning
Winarti, D.W., Patahuddin, S.M. & Lowrie, T. Unleashing the potential: spatializing middle school mathematics for enhanced learning. Educ Stud Math (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10649-024-10343-3