KOMITMEN GURU DALAM MENINGKATKAN PENCAPAIAN MURID ORANG ASLI DI PEDALAMAN: SATU KAJIAN KES

Abstract

The primary challenge faced by educators in continuing their professional service in the field of education is teaching in remote schools which is often associated with lack of resources, especially in terms of infrastructure and facilities. This scarcity affects not only the daily lives of teachers but also the execution of their teaching duties. A critical attribute that teachers must possess to overcome these challenges is commitment. Previous studies have found that teachers with a high level of commitment are capable of overcoming any challenges to provide the highest quality of education to their students. Therefore, this study aims to examine the commitment in teachers working at an indigenous school in Perak, Malaysia, striving to ensure that they deliver the best education to their students, preventing them from falling behind their urban and suburban counterparts. This qualitative case study was conducted in an indigenous school in a remote region of Perak, Malaysia. Four teachers were selected as participants through purposive sampling. Interview, document analysis, and observation were carried out to study the actual situation of commitment towards education among the respondents. The study discovered that intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, networking, and professional development could enhance teacher commitment in remote schools. To improve the quality of education in remote areas, it is essential to provide support and incentives to teachers in maintaining their high level of commitment. Moreover, this study offers insights into how the educational system can better support teachers in remote areas.