International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding (IJMMU)
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Management of Facilities and Infrastructure in Improving Student Learning Outcomes at State Islamic Elementary School 2 Batang, Indonesia
Full text linkThis study aims to describe the management of facilities and infrastructure in improving student learning outcomes at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Negeri 2 Batang, Indonesia. The research employs a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. The study subjects consist of the principal, vice principal for facilities and infrastructure, teachers, and students. The findings reveal that the management of facilities and infrastructure at MIN 2 Batang includes several stages: (1) Planning, carried out by involving the facilities and infrastructure team, teachers, and school committees; (2) Procurement, adjusted to the needs and available budget; (3) Utilization, in which the available facilities and infrastructure are used effectively to support the learning process; (4) Maintenance, performed regularly to ensure the facilities remain in good condition; and (5) Elimination, conducted when facilities are no longer usable. The effective management of facilities and infrastructure positively impacts student learning outcomes, as seen in increased student motivation and achievement. The study concludes that good management of facilities and infrastructure is a critical supporting factor in improving the quality of learning in madrasah environments
Partnership Model between Vocational High Schools and the Industry Sectors in East Lombok Regency – Indonesia
Full text linkThis study aims to account for the partnership model between SMK Negeri 1 Masbagik and the Business and Industrial World (BIW) in East Lombok Regency. Effective collaborations between vocational education institutions and industries are absolutely vital in the age of fast technological development and more dynamic labor market expectations. Data were gathered by means of a qualitative case study approach comprising interviews, observations, and document studies including school leaders, teachers, and industry partners. The results show that the SMKN 1 Masbagik partnership emphasizes curriculum alignment, internship programs, and the active participation of industry in the learning process under a cooperative and mutualistic model. Notwithstanding these initiatives, issues including insufficient industrial partners, insufficient school facilities, and discrepancies in student discipline continue to be major barriers. The cooperation has improved student ability, job prospects, and school-industry ties, though. The study emphasizes the need of sustainable communication, mutual commitment, and government support to strengthen vocational education by means of industry partnerships. Schools, business partners, and legislators get pragmatic advice to improve the efficacy of such alliances. The results also suggest that more extensive research is required to better grasp the dynamic interaction between vocational schools and industries, especially in areas with little industrial development
Human Resource Management in the Islamic Education Section at the Ministry of Religious Affairs Office of Wonosobo Regency, Indonesia
Full text linkHuman resource management (HRM) in the field of Islamic Religious Education at the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Wonosobo Regency plays a vital role in task management, division of work, and achieving organizational goals. This study aims to analyze aspects of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling in HRM at the Islamic Religious Education Section (PAIS) of the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Wonosobo. The findings indicate that HR planning is conducted systematically but is not fully optimized in practice. The organizing process shows clear task distribution, yet it is not entirely efficient in executing coordination mechanisms. In terms of directing, the implementation of rewards and punishments has not been effectively applied, resulting in a lack of motivation and discipline among employees. Furthermore, performance control has been carried out, but there are shortcomings in the comprehensive evaluation and monitoring process. The study recommends adjustments in aligning employees' expertise with assigned tasks, the implementation of a more effective reward and punishment system, and the enhancement of employee capacity through continuous training and development to achieve more optimal educational outcomes
Development of Interactive Learning Multimedia Based on Problem-Based Learning Oriented Toward Students’ Self-Efficacy
Full text linkThis study aims to: (1) produce interactive learning multimedia characterized by problem-based learning and oriented toward students’ self-efficacy, and (2) describe the feasibility of the developed multimedia in terms of validity, practicality, and effectiveness. The study employed a research and development approach using the ADDIE model, encompassing the stages of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The research subjects consisted of 21 junior high school students selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using validation sheets, teacher and student practicality assessments, classroom observation sheets, and a self-efficacy questionnaire. Validity and practicality were analyzed using qualitative value standards. The product was considered effective if there was an increase in the mean score from pre-test to post-test on self-efficacy. Effectiveness was analyzed using paired sample t-tests. The developed product, called ProSmart, is interactive learning multimedia designed to support students’ self-efficacy in learning. This multimedia includes quizzes, instructional videos, and problem-based activities. Features consist of an introduction page, structured learning steps, interactive videos, and interactive quizzes. The results indicate that: (1) the multimedia supports self-efficacy by embedding motivational statements to strengthen students’ confidence and providing interactive displays of objectives, materials, and engaging quizzes; (2) the multimedia was considered valid in terms of content and highly valid in terms of media; (3) it was rated highly practical by teachers, practical by students, and the classroom implementation was also rated highly practical; (4) there was a significant improvement in students’ self-efficacy. Therefore, the multimedia developed meets the criteria of being valid, practical, and effective
Empowerment of Guru Penggerak Leadership in Implementation of the P5 Merdeka Curriculum Programme Elementary Schools in Takalar Regency
Full text linkThis research aims to identify the empowerment of Guru Penggerak leadership in implementing the P5 program, analyze the challenges faced by school principals in empowering Guru Penggerak leadership, and examine the support received by school principals in the process of empowering Guru Penggerak leadership. This research used a qualitative approach. The research location was at the Technical Implementation Unit of Elementary School 101 Inpres Pattallassang, the Technical Implementation Unit of Elementary School 107 Inpres Visit, the Technical Implementation Unit of Elementary School Inpres 163 Bontopanno, and the Technical Implementation Unit of Elementary School 186 Inpres Bontoa. The research respondents consisted of four principals and four driving teachers who were still in the same school. Data collection techniques included interviews, observations, and documentation. The validity of the data used was in terms of credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability. The data analysis used a thematic analysis model. The results of this study show that: (1) Driving teachers obtain various forms of empowerment, such as learning assignments to be mentors and presenters in learning activities, as well as formal leadership roles (curriculum committees, P5 coordinators, learning community leaders) and informal (substitute for school principals in certain meetings and activities). (2) School principals face obstacles in empowering driving teachers, which include internal constraints, such as low work commitment and limited knowledge, as well as external obstacles, such as high workloads and lack of supporting facilities. (3) Support for empowering driving teachers comes from internal factors, such as a growth mindset, leadership experience, managerial skills, and mastery of information and communication technology (ICT), as well as external factors, such as student enthusiasm, parental and community support, and central and regional government policies. This research provides strategic recommendations to increase the empowerment of driving teachers as learning leaders in the era of the Independent Curriculum
Analysis of the Shift in Angngaru' Values in the Wedding Ceremony Procession in Gowa Regency
Full text linkThis article examines the changing meaning and function of the Angngaru' tradition in South Sulawesi in the context of modernity. Originally a ritual of loyalty in the kingdom, the Angngaru' tradition has now transformed and been applied in various cultural customary processions, such as wedding ceremonies. This study aims to describe the perceptions of traditional figures regarding the origins of this tradition and identify the shifts in its values in people's lives. Using a qualitative research method with an inductive approach, this study involved interviews, observations, and documentation in Gowa Regency. The main focus of this study is two important events, namely Angngaru' Tomanurung and Angngaru' Tubarani, which reflect the evolution of the tradition in the political and social relations of society. Over time, Angngaru' Tubarani, which was originally sacred, has now transformed into a cultural performance that can be enjoyed by a wider audience. This shift is influenced by external factors such as globalization and socio-political changes, although it still maintains local cultural values. This article also discusses the challenges that arise, including the risk of accidents in modern performances, and suggests the use of hermeneutic and ethnographic approaches to understand the symbolic meaning contained in this tradition
The Shift in Charisma of Islamic Boarding School Kyai in Tasikmalaya City After Reform Indonesia
Full text linkThis research aims to comprehend the transformation in the charisma of the Kyai Pesantren in Tasikmalaya following the reformation. The study used qualitative research methodologies to collect data through in-depth interviews and participant observation. Informants in this study were students from Tasikmalaya’s Islamic Boarding School Kyai during the post-reform period. The findings revealed that the charisma of the Kyai Pesantren in Tasikmalaya shifted post-reform, particularly in terms of impact and attractiveness in society. This shift was triggered by post-reform Indonesia’s sociopolitical and cultural shift, as well as the internal dynamics of pesantren. Some of the factors that influence this include the involvement of kiai in politics, the emergence of a new Islamic identity, moral decadence, slow regeneration and the absence of elder kiai. Islamic Boarding School Kyai, who can adjust to these changes, keeps their charisma, while those who cannot adapt lose societal influence and attractiveness. This study provides an overview of the transformation of the Islamic Boarding School Kyai in Tasikmalaya following the reformation. It can be used as a reference for future research on Islamic boarding schools and socio-cultural forces in Indonesia
Emotional Dynamics of Master’s Students in Undertaking Teaching and Learning Activities
Full text linkEmotions have been identified as one of the determining factors in student learning. So important is the role played by this psychological aspect that they should be paid enough attention. This study aimed to investigate the types of activities conducted in a master’s program at a state university in Lombok, Indonesia. In addition, it also intended to find out what emotions each of the activities triggered. The data in the study were gathered from twelve master’s students majoring in English education using a questionnaire and focus group discussion (FGD). The results show that there are eleven (11) teaching and learning activities that students have undertaken, most of which have triggered positive motions towards the participants. The three most common forms of positive emotions are enjoyment, pride, and hope whereas the only negative emotions that emerged are boredom and anxiety. The last part of the article provides recommendations on how to boost the emergence of positive emotions and how to prevent triggers of negative emotions from appearing
Fish, Faith, and Culture Intersections: A Case Reflection of Indonesian Chinese Christians Community
Full text linkThis study explores the intricate relationships between the Christian faith and Indonesian Chinese cultural traditions, focusing on the fish motif as a significant symbol. The research employs historical and literary analyses through an intercultural theology lens to investigate how the fish symbol serves theological and socio-cultural functions within Christianity, tracing its transformation from ancient times to its current role in Indonesian contexts. A comparative analysis highlights the similarities between the fish's theological significance in Christianity and its integration into Indonesian Chinese cultural practices, especially during Chinese New Year's Eve celebrations. This festive occasion exemplifies the conceptual ties to biblical narratives involving fish, emphasizing sustenance, salvation, and community themes. Furthermore, the research illustrates the adaptive nature of religious symbols in multicultural settings, demonstrating how these symbols evolve while retaining their core meanings. Through this examination, the study aims to enhance understanding of the multifaceted interpretations of the fish symbol across diverse cultural landscapes, thereby contributing valuable insights into the intersections of faith, culture, and ritual practices within biblical and Indonesian Chinese backgrounds
A Morphological Review of Nouns and Verbs in Khmer and Indonesian
Full text linkThis study examines the morphology of nouns and verbs in Cambodian (Khmer) and Indonesian, two languages that come from different cultural backgrounds. Although there are significant differences in the history and development of these two languages, the analysis shows similarities in some structural aspects that are interesting to study. This study aims to understand how morphology affects word formation as well as its use in sentences, focusing on the way both languages handle word formation and meaning changes. The research method used involves qualitative analysis of data taken from linguistic sources, including dictionaries and related academic works. The results showed that the Khmer language, which has a relatively simple morphological structure, tends to use the basic form of the word without much afjection. On the other hand, Indonesian shows a wealth of variation in word formation through the use of affixes, both prefixes, suffixes, and infixes. This process not only enriches vocabulary but also gives different nuances of meaning to the words produced. These findings highlight the importance of understanding morphological differences and similarities in both languages, which can provide deeper insights into linguistic and cultural interactions. This research is expected to contribute to the development of linguistics, especially in the field of morphology, as well as improve understanding of how languages adapt and evolve in different social contexts