Iin Afrianti Umar Named Best Graduate of Faculty of Education
Iin Afrianti Umar Named Best Graduate of Faculty of Education
August 28, 2024
Contributor: Supriyono | Editor: Dadi Darmadi
In a remarkable achievement, Iin Afrianti Umar has been named the best graduate of the Faculty of Education for the second cohort at Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII). With an outstanding GPA of 3.96 out of 4.00, Iin’s dedication and hard work have set a benchmark for academic excellence.
Balancing the dual roles of student and mother, Iin’s journey is a living example of resilience and determination. Her adeptness at managing her academic responsibilities alongside her duties as a mom has earned her widespread admiration from both peers and faculty.
In addition to her academic achievements, Iin was one of three students selected for a research student visit program at Deakin University in Australia. In May 2024, she had the opportunity to work closely with Deakin experts, gaining invaluable insights and guidance for her thesis.
Reflecting on her journey, Iin shared, “Balancing my studies and responsibilities as a mother was challenging, but it taught me the importance of time management and perseverance. Today is not the end, but a new beginning,” said Iin during the faculty’s judicium on August 27, 2024.
At the same event, Prof. Nina Nurmila, Dean of the Faculty of Education, congratulated all the graduating students from the faculty, encouraging them to never stop learning. “Just because you graduated today, does not mean that you stop learning. You should continue learning either through publishing more research articles or pursuing a PhD,” said the dean.
Congratulations to all graduating students, especially for Iin whose success story poses as a shining example of what can be achieved with perseverance and support. Her journey not only highlights the quality of education at UIII but also serves as an inspiration to fellow students balancing multiple roles.
source https://www.uiii.ac.id/news/read/57637/iin-afrianti-umar-named-best-graduate-of-faculty-of-education
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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.
Improving the Quality of Teaching in Basic Education in Indonesia
Improving the Quality of Teaching in Basic Education in Indonesia
July 29, 2024
Contributor: Supriyono | Editor: Dadi Darmadi
The UIII Faculty of Education recently facilitated the dissemination of professional development programs for elementary school teachers, organized by the Penggerak Indonesia Cerdas Foundation (Pengincer). The event, themed “Towards a Mathematically Literate Indonesia,” took place on July 26, 2024, in the Theater Room of Faculty A Building in Depok, West Java.
This event was a follow-up to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between UIII's Faculty of Education and Pengincer on May 6, 2024. Pengincer is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of basic education in Indonesian Elementary Schools (ES) and Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (MI).
The dissemination was divided into two sessions. The first session addressed “Current Conditions and Initiatives in Mathematics Teacher Education in Elementary Schools,” with presentations by Arkhadi Pustaka (Sampoerna University), Dhita Puti Sarasvati (University of Indraprasta PGRI), and Regina Nurashari (Pengincer). Dr. Bambang Sumintono, Head of the PhD in Education program at UIII, served as the session’s discussant.
The second session focused on the “Impact and Results of Gernas Taskara Training on Elementary School Teachers.” Gernas Taskara, a national movement initiated by Pengincer in 2018, aims to eradicate mathematical illiteracy by empowering mathematics teachers in elementary schools. Speakers included Trimadona B. Wiratrisna (Pengincer), Hana Sofiyana (Pengincer), Deshinta Puspa Ayu D.A. (Sampoerna University), Faradillah Haryani (UIII PhD student), Arsyiyatul Alawiyah (Pengincer), and Ratna Widianti Utami (STAI Putra Galuh Ciamis). Dr. Destina Wahyu Winarti from UIII served as the discussant for this session.
“We would like to thank all parties who made this research and dissemination possible, especially PT. Bukit Asam Tbk, Perkumpulan Nusantara Utama Cita, and the Indonesian International Islamic University (UIII). Hopefully, this initial research can continue and provide significant benefits to basic education in Indonesia,” said Achmad Rizali, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Pengincer.
UIII remains committed to improving the quality of teaching in basic education in Indonesia through research focused on literacy and numeracy. As a research-based graduate institution, UIII aims to produce cutting-edge research that positively impacts society.
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Dean of Faculty of Education Receives Grant for Women Scholars Empowerment in Global South
Dean of Faculty of Education Receives Grant for Women Scholars Empowerment in Global South
July 18, 2024
Contributor: Achmad Jatnika | Editor: Supriyono
Professor Nina Nurmila, the Dean of the Faculty of Education at UIII, recently received a project grant of £25.4K from the British Academy (UK) to deliver training and mentorship to women scholars from the Global South, as part of an International Writing Workshops program.
The project, entitled “Decolonial Writing Workshops: Empowering Brazilian and Indonesian Women Scholars to Publish Global Academic Knowledge”, will be executed along with her colleagues, Dr. Leon Moosavi, Co-Director of the Liverpool Sociological Research Cluster, and Dr. Camila Prando from the University of Brasilia.
“Global North countries have always led the production of knowledge, thereby we follow their lead in this matter. Dr. Moosavi had an idea to break the barrier and decolonize the Global South's knowledge production. My attention is on gender, on women who still need much support in producing knowledge,” Professor Nurmila said.
Professor Nurmila elaborated that the project will target early-career women scholars in Indonesia and Brazil, aiming at honing their skills in producing research articles that can be published in well-reputed international journals. “We will provide what they need during the workshop, including day-care support for those with children,” she said.
The project will also facilitate South-South networking and collaboration between Brazilian and Indonesian scholars to produce new and valuable opportunities across the Global South.
UIII is always committed to promoting women’s participation and engagement in education by providing women-friendly facilities like daycare, and inclusive sports centers in the campus vicinity. We want women to feel safe on campus so that they can flourish during their learning journey.
Read more about the project here: Funding Success: £25.4k secured from the British Academy for decolonial writing workshops
Workshop on Rasch Model at Islamic University of Maldives 15-16 July 2024
Workshop on Rasch Model at Islamic University of Maldives
The Islamic University of Maldives (IUM) recently hosted an insightful workshop on the Rasch Model, a statistical technique widely used in educational assessment and psychometrics on 15-16 July 2024. The event attracted lecturers and researchers from Islamic University of Maldives, and officers from Ministry of Education of Maldives.
Dr. Bambang Sumintono, a lecturer from Faculty of Education, Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII), who has expertise in educational measurement and Rasch model analysis, led the two days workshop. He introduced participants to the fundamentals of the Rasch Model, explaining its applications in analyzing test data and improving the validity and reliability of assessments using specific software, Ministep. The workshop featured interactive sessions, where attendees engaged in hands-on activities to better understand the construction and interpretation of Rasch models.
Previously, Dr Visal Moosa, deputy vice chancellor of research and innovation at Islamic University of Maldives, participated in Scholars in Residence program at Faculty of Education UIII, a kind of post-doctoral program. During his time in Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia on September-November 2023, Dr Visal actively share his knowledge and expertise about systematic literature review, bibliometric analysis and educational management field. This time, a lecturer from UIII visited IUM in Male, Maldives, to share about Rasch model analysis.
Participants expressed enthusiasm for the practical knowledge gained, highlighting the Rasch model's potential to enhance the quality of educational assessments in the Maldives. The workshop is part of IUM's ongoing efforts to promote advanced research methodologies and support the professional development of lecturers and educators in the Maldives. Organizers hope to conduct more such events, fostering a community of practice around educational measurement and assessment in the region, and increase collaboration between two islamic universitis that come from Global South.
2025 Research Paper Writing Competition
The Faculty of Education is pleased to announce 2025 Research Paper Writing Competition to be included in its flagship journal publication, Muslim Education Review (MER).
MER is an international journal published by Faculty of Education at Indonesian International Islamic University (IIIU). We invite a wide range of topics in education especially those that are within the journal scopes.
MER is a forum for reporting research on education within four broad areas in:
* Curriculum, Teaching and Learning;
* Educational Management, Policy and Leadership;
* Educational Evaluation and Assessment;
* Education and Society.
Submission papers should be written in English and typically range between 6,000 to 8,000 words (including a 250 word maximum of abstract).
All submissions should be
* Original;
* Unpublished;
* and Conform to MER Full Paper Template: https://bit.ly/MERJournalTemplate
Please send all contributions as an attachment to: education@uiii.ac.id
Subject: 2025 Writing Competition
Awards
The awards include cash payment of up to IDR 10,000,000 for up to 3 winners.
Important Dates
Full Paper Submission: December 9, 2024
Awards Announcement: March 25, 2025
To see previous MER publication, please click this link: bit.ly/MERJournal