Co-curricular Activities Research Articles

Socio -Cultural Elements in the Songs of Bishnu Prasad Rabha: A Retrospective

Bishnu Prasad Rabha has been an accomplished musician, creative writer, acclaimed master of fine arts, social activist and politician. His contribution to Assamese social and cultural life is great. When we talk about modern Assamese music, we need to mention the name of the musician par excellence Bishnu Prasad Rabha. His contribution to modern Assamese lyrical literature is great. Bishnu Prasad Rabha was a profound composer and musician of his times. He has numerous songs to his credit which speak of the aspirations of the Assamese community at large. Whether be it a romantic song or a patriotic song yet unique quality of the composer Bishnu Prasad Rabha was always there. He was born to Sardar Bahadur Gopal Chandra Rabha, an efficient officer under the Governor of Bengal. He was honoured with Order of Merit of the British empire. Bishnu Prasad’s mother was Gethi Rabha. He was born as the eighth child on 31st January, 1909 at Dhaka. Gopal Chandra Rabha was a great lover of music. Music sessions were held at his residence where the little Bishnu Prasad got acquainted with all the stalwarts of music in Bengal. Unfortunately, his father Gopal Chandra met an untimely death and the family fell into adversity. His widow Gethi along with her children took shelter at their own house in Tezpur. Bishnu Prasad resumed his studies in Tezpur He continued with his other co-curricular activities as well. It is no easy task to assess the worth of the multi -talented personality of Bishnu Prasad Rabha. In his lifetime he was a live legend. Music, fine arts, theatre performance, creative writing, politics, creating social awareness- he explored in all these diverse fields and won accolades for his exceptional contribution. His physical contribution towards the greater Assamese society came to a stop on 20th June, 1969 due to throat cancer. But the grand legacy of his craftsmanship lives on. In this Paper an attempt has been made to assess the socio-cultural elements present in his songs.

Profil Pelajar Pancasila dari Perspektif Persatuan Guru Nahdlatul Ulama (Pergunu) Kabupaten Kediri

This research aims to elucidate a comprehensive overview of Pancasila students as a strategic step in shaping the national character, particularly within the context of the Nahdlatul Ulama Teachers Union (Pergunu) in Kediri Regency. The employed method in this study is the literature review method, involving a series of activities related to the collection, reading, recording, and processing of data from various literary sources. Findings from this research highlight that the profile of Pancasila students plays a significant role in supporting national educational goals and advancing character strengthening programs. This profile encompasses essential characteristics and competencies for Indonesian students, both in the formal learning context and in interactions with society. Through the application of six dimensions of the Pancasila student profile—faith and piety to God Almighty, global diversity, self-reliance, mutual cooperation, critical thinking, and creativity—it is anticipated that the Indonesian society can become individuals who are intelligent, character-driven, and capable of facing 21st-century challenges. This is also expected to consistently instill Pancasila values, in accordance with our national philosophy, ultimately realizing a prosperous and dignified life for the nation as mandated by the 1945 Constitution. The development strategy of the Pancasila student profile is implemented through integration into formal education activities, such as intracurricular, extracurricular, and cocurricular activities, organized in the form of Pancasila student profile strengthening projects. Through the implementation of this policy, it is hoped to cultivate excellent character in the Indonesian student generation, enabling them to compete globally.

Communication Apprehension among the Communication Students of Bangladesh

The aim of this study is to assess the communication apprehension (CA) among the communication students of Bangladesh. The data were collected from 283 students from 10 public universities through the survey method. McCroskey's (1982) Personal Report of Communication Apprehension, also known as the PRCA-24 test was adopted for this study. The data were analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics of SPSS 23 software. The study explores that the mean communication apprehension score of communication students of Bangladesh is 68.12 which ascertains the medium level of CA of the students. It also says that 12.6% of students have high CA, 64.7% have medium CA and the rest 13.8% have a low level of communication apprehension. Students are more apprehensive in public communication rather than in group, meeting, and interpersonal communication. Male students have less CA than female students. This research also reveals that those students experience more CA who suffer from depression, prefer loneliness, and spend more time on social media. Communication apprehensive students prefer to sit in the back row or alongside in the classroom setting. Also, CA score is decreased when the age of the student is increased. The study also assesses that students involved with co-curricular activities have less CA than the other students. The study recommends that universities should offer more practical courses in communication to overcome communication apprehension. Keywords: communication, apprehension, communication students, Bangladesh, university students

Implementation of character education in establishing a holistic personality at SMAN 1 Enam Lingkung

The purpose of this study is to understand the implementation of character education in the formation of students' holistic personality. The method used is qualitative research carried out at SMAN 1 Enam Lingkung. To obtain information, direct observation activities were carried out to the school and then searched for various literature and conducted interviews with key informants consisting of the principal, vice principals, homeroom teachers, teachers and students. After the interview activity was carried out, the researcher processed the data using inductive techniques with steps consisting of data reduction activities, data presentation and data verification. The results of this study are: (1) there are two strategies in the implementation of character education in SMAN 1 Enam Lingkung, namely internal and external; (2) the form of internal strategy can be pursued through five pillars, namely teaching and learning activities in the classroom, self-development activities before entering the lesson time at start, daily activities at school, habituation activities, co-curricular activities, and extra-curricular activities; and (3) external strategies can be implemented by cooperating with parents or guardians of students and the community.

Kegiatan Kokurikuler Mendukung Pendalaman Materi Siswa di SMA Negeri 1 Jakenan

Co-curricular activities are activities carried out outside curricular and extracurricular hours. This study aims to find out that co-curricular activities support the deepening of student material. The method used in this study is a qualitative method of experimentation. In this study, data collection used field experiments. As for data management using content analysis. In this study, the author found four co-curricular activities that can support the deepening of student material, namely MOPDB (New Student Orientation Period), GLS (School Literacy Movement), Adiwiyata School, and Study Tour. These activities have been proven to support the deepening of student material inside and outside the student subject matter and foster good character for students.

A Review on The Influence of Co-curricular Activity on Academic Achievement among Higher Secondary School Students

This study aimed to examine the effects of co-curricular pursuits on pupils in Higher Secondary education. A thorough analysis of existing research indicated that engaging in activities outside the curriculum offers numerous advantages to Higher Secondary school students. These advantages encompass enhanced scholastic achievement, developed social abilities, improved time management, and heightened self-confidence. Moreover, the research suggests that taking part in co-curricular activities may contribute to lowering the likelihood of problematic behaviours, including substance misuse, misconduct, and aggression. The investigation concluded that a positive correlation exists between participation in co-curricular activities and academic accomplishment, recommending that schools should place a high priority on providing such activities for their students.

COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION AND ITS INFLUENCE ON SUSTAINABILITY OF THE ECDE FEEDING PROGRAMME IN TURKANA NORTH SUB COUNTY, KENYA

Feeding programmes are critical for quality education to be realized in all learning institutions starting from Pre-primary to higher levels globally. When there is no provision of meals to children in school, they lack the energy to concentrate in classroom and co-curricular activities. Reports from non-governmental organizations have pointed out food insecurity as the major cause of low participation of learners in schools especially in drought-stricken areas. It is estimated that thousands of children risk dropping out of school because of inadequate food in ECDE centres. The study sought to assess participatory approaches and sustainability of the ECDE feeding programme in Turkana North Sub County. The objective was to; determine the community participation and its influence on the sustainability of ECDE feeding programme. The study is anchored on Systems Theory. A conceptual frame showing the relationship between independent variable (participatory approaches) and dependent variable (sustainability of ECDE feeding programme) was adopted. The study adopted Descriptive survey research design. The target population consisted of SFC chairpersons, and three key informants from the implementing organization directors. Through purposive and simple random sampling technique, 52 respondents were sampled from the target population of 166. The study employed questionnaires and interview schedules as instruments of data collection. The content and construct validity of the data collection instruments were ascertained by supervisors and departmental area experts of social science. A pilot study comprised of 10% of the target population from Turkana central Sub County, Kalokol ward. Reliability of the questionnaire was ascertained through test-retest technique. This involved the use of Cronbach Alpha where coefficient was r>0.75. After obtaining permission from the authorities, a License was obtained from NACOSTI. The respondents were inducted before data collection to make them understand what was required of them. Data was coded by use of SPSS version 28 and analyzed by descriptive statistics that included frequencies, means, and percentages. The results were presented by use of frequency tables, analyzed, and interpreted by use of percentages and means. The study findings revealed that the influence of community participation was not sustaining the ECDE feeding programme. NGOs prioritize community engagement forums to promote community participation in the ECDE feeding programme. The findings will help the stakeholders in the ECDE sector to understand the challenges and devise the best practices on how to sustain the ECDE feeding programme in the study area and other vulnerable areas within Kenya.

Implementation of the Project to Strengthening the Pancasila Student Profiles in Kindergartens in Pemalang Regency

The independent curriculum is a new curriculum in which there are co-curricular activities, namely implementing projects to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students by emphasizing the process of children's activities to stimulate the character of Pancasila in their lives. The purpose of the study is to describe the implementation of the project to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students in PAUD. The method used in this research is qualitative with a case study approach. This research was used to obtain information on the project's implementation process to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students in kindergarten through activities with the theme "I Love Indonesia" commemorating Independence Day in school activities. Data are obtained through triangulation of interviews, observations, document studies, and field notes. Research subjects of schools, teachers, and children aged 5-6 years in several kindergartens in Pemalang Regency. The results showed that schools implementing project activities to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students in kindergarten are still experiencing an adjustment stage in learning because teachers still have difficulties in making and designing teaching modules and learning activities in schools. The character of faith, cooperation, and creativity is stimulated in the project to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students on the topic of commemorating the Indonesian Independence Day. During the evaluation of the implementation of the Pancasila student profile strengthening project, there were supporting and inhibiting factors. Then, educators have an effort to implement learning activities to implement the Pancasila student profile. Keywords: independent curriculum, Pancasila student profile strengthening project, early childhood

The Role of Learning Resource Centres in Enhancing Self-Learning of Senior Secondary Students

The School Learning Resource Centre is staple of the co-curricular activities and a way to encourage self-learning of students which makes the best contribution to stimulate the interest of students in general knowledge development and knowledge seeking. Learning resource centres play a major role in making students use their free time and improve their reading habits. Through this, students’ curricular and co-curricular activities are improved. However, in recent times, it has been pointed out that the number of students visiting learning resource centres and using the learning resources there is decreasing. This situation has had a negative impact on their academic achievement. It is in this background that the research has been carried out regarding the role of learning resource centres in enhancing the self-learning of students in Akkaraipattu education division. Among the activities undertaken through the learning resource centre to promote self-learning of students. The objectives of this research are to identify the contributions made directly. The objectives of this research are to identify the contributions made by the subject teachers and the contributions made by the school management and to analyze the relationship between these contributions and the self-learning of the students and to identify the challenges in effectively carrying out the activities of the learning resource centre to enhance the self-learning of the students. This research has also been carried out in the design of a descriptive survey research under the mixed research approach and 5 schools in the Akkaraipattu education division have been selected and their learning resource centre in-charges, subject teachers, school management committee members were taken as the population of the research and 60 people were selected samples using purposive sampling method. Quantitative and qualitative data collected through questionnaire, interview and observation tools have been analyzed using percentage survey and correlation coefficient. The following have been identified through this. The contribution of the learning resource Centre and the contribution of the school management in enhancing the self-learning of the students are at a high level. However, the contribution of subject teachers is at a low level. Meanwhile, there is a low positive correlation between learning research centre subject teachers’ contributions and students’ achievement. On the contrary, there is a high positive correlation between the contributions of school management and student achievement. Therefore, the contribution of the teachers who have the most influence in enhancing the self-learning of the students is less and it has had a less impact on the achievement of the students. Similarly, although the direct contribution of the learning resource Centre, which is highly influential in enhancing self-learning of students have been high, it has had a low impact on student achievement. Therefore, learning resource centre in-charges, subject teachers, school management and other school community should work together to carry out proper planning and effectively carry out the activities of the learning resource centre in a manner is suitable for implementing a blended learning approach can enhance self – learning of students.

Adjustment and emotional competence of student teachers in colleges of education

College life is often considered a vibrant and unforgettable experience for adolescents, providing them with a rich environment, the companionship of friends, and diverse academic and co-curricular activities that contribute to personal growth and preparation for adulthood. Despite the excitement, the reality of college life involves numerous challenges that students face in their daily lives, potentially leading to stress. Un managed stress can negatively impact academic performance. Additionally, the ability to adjust is a crucial aspect of social beings, and individuals develop unique strategies to navigate societal and natural challenges based on their distinct needs. This particular study aimed to explore the adjustment and emotional competence of B.Ed. trainees, examining the relationship between these two factors. The sample for the study included 340 B.Ed. trainees. Overall, the study's findings indicated a significant and positive correlation between the adjustment levels and emotional competence of B.Ed. trainees.

School Environment and Participation of Pupils in Co-Curricular Activities in Private Primary Schools in Fort Portal City, Kabarole District, Uganda

School Environment and Participation of Pupils in Co-Curricular Activities in Private Primary Schools in Fort Portal City, Kabarole District, Uganda

The Implementation of Character Education in Elementary School: the Strategy and Challenge

Elementary school is the most basic level of formal education for children, so character education is important at this level. Moreover, the negative impact of information disclosure and technological advancement has penetrated the behaviour of elementary school students. This study aims to analyse the strategies and challenges in implementing character education in several elementary schools based on general interpretations of practitioners' experiences in the field. This is a qualitative study with a phenomenological approach. The subjects of this study consisted of 5 principals, 27 class teachers, and 55 parents. Sampling in this study used snowball sampling technique. The data collection method used interviews. Data analysis, including: data display, data condensation, and conclusion drawing. The results of this study show that the implementation strategy of education in elementary schools, in the form of: character education implementation strategies through teaching and learning activities, extracurricular activities, exemplary, and habituation. Challenges faced by elementary schools in implementing character education include: incomplete school facilities, bad family conditions, and unsupportive community conditions. The conclusion of this study shows that: (1) elementary schools have not yet implemented a holistic character education implementation strategy, i.e. the implementation of character education through co-curricular activities; and (2) The main challenge of implementing character education in elementary schools is bad family conditions.

Students’ Perception on the Role of Guidance and Counselling Services on Behavior in Private Secondary Schools in Bugesera District, Rwanda

Despite availability of guidance and counselling services in many secondary schools, many students are reluctant to seek those services. Students` attitude is important in determining the uptake of guidance and counselling services. Therefore, this study sought to determine the perception of students on the role of guidance and counselling services on behavior change among students in selected private secondary schools in Bugesera District in Rwanda. The study’s objectives were: to determine students’ perception on the aims of guidance and counselling services; to examine the attitude of students towards guidance and counselling; and to interrogate the students’ perception on the role of guidance and counselling services on behavior change among students. The study was grounded on Gestalt Theory of Perception and Maslow Hierarchy of Needs. The target population was 860 students from two private secondary schools. A sample of 274 was drawn using both convenient and probability systematic sampling techniques. Data was collected using self-administered questionnaires. The research employed descriptive survey design. The study established that most students perceived the aims of guidance and counselling services as that of helping them improve their academic performance (84.2%); prevent early pregnancies (81.6%); provide information in making career choices (81.6%) as well as raising students’ self-esteem (79.5%). The study also revealed that the attitude of students was positive as 73.1% were willing to seek counselor’s help; 70.6% were ready to see a counselor or referred elsewhere when necessary while 70.6% were willing to be referred to see a counselor. The study revealed that most students perceived the role of guidance and counselling in behavior change as effective in reducing crimes in schools (86.2%); helping students perform better in co-curriculum activities (82%); improve students’ study habits (80.9%) as well as increases students` self-esteem (80. 9%).This implied that most students perceived the role of guidance and counselling as effective in influencing behavior change. The study recommended that the school administrators should sustain efforts to promote positive attitudes towards seeking counseling help.

PERCEPTION OF TEACHERS ABOUT INCLUSIVE STRATEGIES AND CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AT ELEMENTARY LEVEL IN LAHORE

The main purpose of this study was to determine the teachers’ perception about inclusive strategies and co-curricular activities. A Cross sectional survey research design was used. Sample of study was 150 teachers, out of which 80 were male students and 70 were female teachers from four schools of Lahore Model Town Tehsil. Two private schools’ school and two government schools were included in the study to represent the population. Close ended questionnaire was used for data collection. Convenience sampling technique was used for selection of the students. The Questionnaire consisted of 23 statements and a check list of co-curricular activities composed 13 activities. The data of questionnaire was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results are presented in tabular form. It is concluded that female teachers’ attitude towards inclusive strategies and co-curricular activities was more positive than male teachers at elemental level. Teachers and coaches should mobilize students and their parents to participate in co-curricular activities. Findings of the research study showed that school teachers in general classroom use inclusive education strategies and co-curricular activities for teaching but they did not know the specific terms used for inclusive education strategies.

Implementasi Pembelajaran Al-Qur’an Hadits dalam Meningkatkan Life Skill Siswa di Madrasah Aliyah Manba’ul Hikam Sidoarjo

Through the learning skills will be found a form of special skills that suit the students’ talents and interests. Therefore, the special skills were life skills in the sense of special skills which obtained through the learning skills. Thus, the researcher was raised a research title “An implementation of Al-Qur’an Hadith learning in enhancing student life skills at Madrasah Aliyah Manba’ul Hikam Sidoarjo” by means of focusing on lesson planning, learning implementation and learning assessment. Whereas in order to have deep explanation of the students life skills were extracurricular activities, intracurricular and co-curricular activities in the subject of Al-Qur’an Hadith by means of some limitations.Furthermore, the aim of this study was to find out and analyze the implementation of Al-Qur’an Hadith learning in enhancing the life skills of students at Madrasah Aliyah Manba’ul Hikam Sidoarjo. This study is applied by using a qualitative approach, and the data collection is done by interviews, observation and documentation. While, the analysis techniques is used data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusion.The result of this study can be summarized as follows, life skills of students who are improved at Madrasah Aliyah Manba’ul Hikam Sidoarjo are carried out through two activities, namely extracurricular activities (there are mandatory extracurriculars namely scouting and there are several elective extracurriculars) and also the enhancing skills through Al-Qur’an Hadith learning.Second, the implementation of Al-Qur’an Hadith learning in enhancing the life skills of students at Madrasah Aliyah Manba’ul Hikam Sidoarjo with three stages of lesson planning, learning implementation and learning assessment.Later, that future researchers will conduct more in – depth research on the implementation of Al- Qur’an Hadith learning in enhancing students’ life skills.

Optimization Of Character Education Through The Project Strengthening Of Profile Pancasila Students At Senior High School Bekasi

Program for International Students Assessment (PISA) 2018, Indonesia is in the fifth highest position out of 78 countries as the country with the most students experiencing bullying with 41.1% of students claiming to have experienced bullying far above the average for member countries of the Organization of Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD), which is only 22.7%. Based on this data, the Ministry of Education and Culture has prioritized strengthening character as discussed in the Strategic Plan for the Center for Strengthening Character (Rensra Puspera) (Kemendikbudristek, 2022) for a project to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students with project-based co-curricular activities designed to strengthen efforts to achieve appropriate competency and character. with a Pancasila student profile. The objects in this research were school principals and teachers as well as students using interview techniques. The research method uses a qualitative descriptive approach. The results of the research conducted at SMA Pengkerja Bekasi were 1) understanding P5 by participating in the school mobilization program; 2) the school principal as the policy holder holds IHT or meetings for teachers regarding strengthening P5 so that they can build an educational unit culture that supports the implementation of P5; 3) Designing P5 by forming a team of facilitators, arranging the time allocation for implementing P5 using a block system, determining the objectives of each theme written in the project module; 4) Manage P5 by involving parents and external partners; 5) Assessment by compiling a report card P5.

OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN IMPLEMENTING CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES PERCEIVED BY TEACHERS AS FACILITATORS AT STATE VOCATIONAL SCHOOL 1 JAMBI CITY: A NARRATIVE INQUIRY

This study aims to give a general overview of the opportunities and difficulties the facilitators encountered at State Vocational School 1 Jambi City when implementing co-curricular activities. Using in-depth interviews and narrative inquiry as the research methodology, two English teachers who have been practicing P5 for two years were designated as the Facilitators. According to the findings, offering the P5 as a co-curricular has the ability to strengthen the school program, offer a more concentrated character development program, foster teacher collaboration, and raise student performance in terms of independence and creativity. One of the issues encountered during P5 implementation is locating references for P5 activity design and administration.

THE EFFECTS OF CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES UPON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS IN PAKISTAN

Involvement in co-curricular activities affects the academic performance of the students. Many studies have been carried out revealing the fact that co-curricular activities certainly affect academic achievement of students. The study was descriptive and all government girls’ secondary schools in were taken as samples by applying John Curry sample rule of thumb. The objectives of the study were to know the awareness, trends, and effects of stakeholders regarding co-curricular activities (communication skills) at the secondary school level. Data were collected through a questionnaire of a 5-point Likert scale. The collected data were statistically analyzed over SPSS by using the percentage, mean, standard deviation, and correlation. The conclusions were drawn which revealed that co-curricular activities have positive effects on students' academic achievement. Some suggestions were drawn for government of the time, education department, policy and decision-makers, school staff, parents and other students to support schools in all co-curricular activities to promote the students' quality education in Pakistan.

Development of Students' Leadership at University Level: Perceptions and Perspective

The study examines student leadership, its importance, and the various factors involved in cultivating and growing student leaders. Effective student leadership fosters a sense of belonging, raises engagement levels, and enables people to take an active role in their education. Student leaders need to encourage, support, and work towards addressing societal issues like poverty, healthcare, and environmental sustainability. Student leaders collaborate with local and national civil society organizations working on anti-corruption initiatives. There is a growing curiosity about student leadership`s effects on learners, educational institutions, and society as a whole. The design of the quantitative investigation was created. The study's population consisted of all public and private universities in Lahore that have been accredited by HEC. The method of stratified sampling was applied. A public institution and a private university were chosen. A total of 100 students from public and 100 from private universities were taken into consideration. 200 students made up the sample in total. The results suggest certain aspects of leadership emphasizing the significance of the university environment including educational and co-curricular activities.

The Role of Co-curricular Activities in the Development of Social Competencies of Students in Malaysia

This study examines how co-curricular activities affect children’s social skills. Give children social skills like communication and self-confidence. Extracurricular activities build interpersonal skills, preparing students for academic success and character development. Social skills are crucial for student interaction. By allowing students to connect with instructors and classmates outside of the classroom, extracurricular activities foster social skills. Extracurricular activities develop tangible, intangible, metaphysical, and intellectual character traits. The second phase of the Malaysian Education Blueprint (MEB) emphasizes human capital development. Students build human capital by connecting with their environment, making friends, and learning outside of the classroom through leisure activities. It will also foster knowledge, innovation, and student growth. The purpose of this concept paper is to examine how extracurricular activities affect students' social skills and academic success. Extracurricular activities must be respected in Malaysian education.