Education Personnel Research Articles

Overview of the problems of VET education: an Attempt for Classification and Cross-Mapping the Problems from 2024: A Case study

This study systematically examines the multifaceted challenges facing vocational education and training (VET) in Bulgaria, highlighting the persistent issues that undermine the effectiveness of the system. Through a comprehensive classification of these challenges, the research identifies key areas such as inadequate funding, outdated curricula, insufficient industry linkages, and a lack of qualified teaching personnel. The analysis reveals that long-term neglect, frequent political shifts, and ineffective policy measures have contributed to a significant skills gap among graduates compared to their predecessors. It summons cores of the multi-layered long-standing problems in Vocational education in Bulgaria. Long-term neglect, frequent changes in the views of various political entities with a strong influence on vocational education, inadequate malapropos and untimely fragmented half-measures, as well as the lack of the participation of serious business and expertise in vocational education are among the many reasons for the low level of technical and professional skills of the modern graduate of a vocational high school compared to his predecessor from the time of Polytechnicism. The absence of a cohesive framework for cooperation between educational institutions and industry stakeholders exacerbates the disconnect between VET programs and labor market needs. The paper also aims to provide a structured overview of the current state of VET in Bulgaria, offering insights that can inform future policy development and strategic interventions.

Enhancing financial reporting quality in village-owned enterprises: The role of organizational competencies

The quality of financial reporting in village-owned enterprises (VOEs) is critical for ensuring transparency and accountability in local governance. This study explores the impact of education level, training programs, work experience, internal control systems, and information technology on the quality of financial reports in VOEs. The objective is to determine how these factors influence financial reporting quality to support effective local governance. The paper involves a sample of 120 VOE managers and employs quantitative analysis to examine the relationships between these factors and the quality of financial reporting in Indonesia. The results indicate that higher education levels, comprehensive training programs, and extensive work experience positively affect the quality of financial reporting. Specifically, the study finds that educated personnel and well-structured training programs enhance the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting. In contrast, the anticipated positive impact of IT utilization on financial reporting quality was not observed, suggesting that issues related to IT infrastructure and integration may limit its effectiveness. Additionally, robust internal control systems significantly improve the quality of financial reports. Overall, the analysis emphasizes the importance of investing in education, training, and internal controls to enhance financial reporting quality in VOEs. The findings highlight the need for further research into the challenges of IT integration to fully harness its benefits for financial transparency.

Supervision of the Performance of Education Personnel as an Effort to Realize Quality Education Service Standards

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of supervision of the performance of education personnel at SMP Negeri 11 Palembang by comparing the implementation of activities with the standards that have been set. Supervision in the context of education is known as supervision, where school supervisors have an important role in coaching and assessment both in academic and managerial aspects. In this study, the researcher uses a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The research respondents included the Principal, Vice Principal, Administrative Staff, and Head of Library. Data analysis was carried out by data reduction techniques, data presentation, and conclusion drawn, and data validity tests using source triangulation and techniques. The results of the study show that supervision is carried out regularly and systematically, with a focus on timeliness, quality, quantity, and cooperation of education personnel. The principal directly monitors and compares the work results with the set standards, as well as provides feedback for performance improvement. The findings of the study reveal that the measurement of the implementation of activities plays an important role in maintaining the quality of performance, improving discipline, and creating a professional work culture. Supervision that is carried out well not only functions as an evaluation tool, but also as a means to increase the motivation and competence of education personnel. This study recommends that the supervision and measurement practices applied at SMP Negeri 11 Palembang can be adopted by other schools to improve the overall quality of education.

The Role of Human Resource Management Strategy in Creating Superior Quality Educators

This research is motivated by the urgent need for schools to have competent and superior human resources (HR) to support the success of education. HR management is strategically related to individuals' contribution to achieving academic goals. The quality of human resources in schools is essential in determining the quality of education and achieving national standards. This research aims to understand the role of human resource management in creating superior human resources in schools. The method used is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) to analyze 30 nationally accredited articles from Google Scholar. SLR was chosen because it can provide a comprehensive picture and synthesize various relevant research results, resulting in more valid and reliable conclusions. The study results show that human resource management is central to creating quality education personnel through administrative management and teacher recruitment and selection, professional development, performance evaluation, welfare, fair compensation, school culture development, and conflict management. All of these aspects support each other in building superior human resources, ultimately improving the quality of education. This study contributes significantly to understanding the importance of HR management in the educational environment. It offers best practices that schools can apply to improve the quality of education personnel.

PRODUÇÃO DE CONHECIMENTO SOBRE ATIVIDADE FÍSICA ADAPTADA, QUALIDADE DE VIDA E SAÚDE PARA PESSOAS COM DEFICIÊNCIA

Bibliographical study of a qualitative and quantitative nature that aims to map the scientific production of Physical Education on adapted physical activity, quality of life and health for people with disabilities, from 2011 to 2022. It analyzes the profile of publications in relation to the year publication, geographic region, institution, authors, target audience, theme and methodological approach. The survey was carried out in the Catalog of Theses and Dissertations of the Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel. The results indicate: 1) The predominance of publications between the years 2011 to 2016; 2) The Southeast as the only region to produce studies on the subject; 3) The State University of Campinas as the institution with the highest number of publications; 4) The quality of life and the insertion of people with disabilities in society as the central focus of studies; 5) The predominance of qualitative studies. It is suggested to expand experimental research in different Brazilian states and regions, focusing on interpreting the benefits of adapted physical activity to promote the independence and autonomy of people with disabilities, as a way of coping with the adversities encountered in everyday life, produced by an exclusionary society. Received: 2024/09/11 Reformulated: 2024/11/01 Accepted: 2024/11/01

Exploring the Status and Experiences of School Nurses’ Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Mixed Method Study

PurposeThis study aimed to provide a deeper understanding of the response status and school nurses’ experience of the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic in Korea. MethodRecognizing the limitations of existing tools in capturing prolonged COVID-19 response, we divided the COVID-19 pandemic into different wave periods and adopted a mixed-methods design enrolling school nurses in elementary, middle, and high schools in Korea to gain a comprehensive view. A quantitative survey was conducted among 153 school nurses nationwide and in-depth interviews were conducted with nine, using Van Kaam’s phenomenological analysis. ResultsIn 56.9% of the cases, multiple persons in charge of COVID-19 management were not designated, and there was no significant difference in response by school level. Excessive work, coping with civil complaints, unilateral work burden, difficulties communicating with related organizations, lack of concreteness in manuals, lack of cooperation among school members, and frequent changes in guidelines were continuous difficulties encountered during the pandemic. From the in-depth interviews, we extracted 189 meaningful statements, 22 subthemes, and 8 themes. The eight themes were divided into three categories: beginning of COVID-19 response, process of response to COVID-19, and lessons learned from the COVID-19 response experience. ConclusionA specific and systematic infectious disease response manual should be established, as well as an educational and training program to strengthen the capacity of educational personnel to cope with new infectious diseases.

The Influence of Organizational Climate on The Quality of Work of Employees At State 1 Batudaa Vocational High School Gorontalo District

Abstract This research aims to determine the magnitude of the influence of organizational climate on the quality of employee work at State Vocational School (SMK) 1 Batudaa, Gorontalo Regency. In the educational context, organizational climate is an important factor that can influence employee performance and productivity. Using a quantitative approach and survey methods, this research involved 37 people as a sample represented from various backgrounds at the institution. The use of simple regression analysis as a data analysis method allows researchers to determine the extent to which the relationship between organizational climate variables and employee work quality can be measured statistically. The results of the research show that organizational climate influences the quality of work of employees at State Vocational School (SMK) 1 Batudaa, Gorontalo Regency, with a coefficient value of 0.713 or 71.3%. This figure shows that more than two-thirds of employee work quality can be explained by organizational climate factors, which include aspects such as communication, managerial support, and work culture. These results indicate that organizational climate makes a significant contribution to the quality of work of teachers and education personnel, which in turn has an impact on the effectiveness of learning in schools. Thus, it is important for school management to create and maintain a positive organizational climate so that employees can work optimally and achieve the expected educational goals. This research also opens up opportunities for further research regarding interventions that can be carried out to improve the organizational climate, so that the quality of employee work can continue to be improved in order to create a better learning environment.

Visionary Leadership In Improving The Quality Of Education

This study aims to analyze visionary leadership strategies in improving the quality of education. This research was conducted at Permata Mojokerto Integrated Islamic Junior High School, East Java. This study uses a qualitative research approach. The informants are the Head of Education of YPM, the vice principal, teachers and the committee/parents of students. The results of the study concluded that visionary leadership at SMPIT Permata Mojokerto, East Java is as follows: as a direction determinant by doing several ways, namely: sharing sessions, developing strategies, making changes, enabling and empowering, motivating and inspiring, collaborating and being role models, so that visionary leadership is able to make strategies in improving the quality of education, namely: human resource development, strengthening the role of parents, curriculum development and fulfillment of adequate infrastructure. In the end, visionary leadership produces activities including improving the quality of human resources for educators and education personnel, improving the quality of graduates and effective and varied learning methods, as well as fulfilling adequate infrastructure

Management of Educators and Education Personnel from an Islamic Perspective

This article discusses the concept of management of teaching staff and educational staff from an Islamic perspective. The type of research used in searching for data is a library research study. This article explores Islamic principles that can be applied in managing human resources in educational institutions. The results of the study show that Islamic values ​​such as trust, fairness, shura, and ihsan have strong relevance to modern management practices, and can provide a solid ethical foundation for the management of teaching and education personnel. Several important things discussed in the implementation of Islamic teaching and education management in educational institutions include: (1) planning, (2) recruitment and selection, (3) development and training, (4) performance assessment, (5) compensation and rewards. Thus, teaching and educational staff in an Islamic perspective not only aim to achieve organizational effectiveness, but also to form individuals who are professionally and spiritually qualified.

Penguatan Karakter Integritas Siswa Melalui Lesson Study Dalam Upaya Pencegahan Bullying di SMP Negeri 2 Percut Sei Tuan

This study aims to determine the strengthening of students' integrity character through the Lesson Study model as an effort to prevent bullying at SMP Negeri 2 Percut Sei Tuan. Lesson study is a model for fostering the profession of educators and education personnel through collaborative and continuous learning assessments based on the principles of collegiality and mutual learning to build a learning community. This study is a type of qualitative research with a descriptive analysis method. Data collection techniques in this study are observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study obtained are that teachers have carried out their role as character builders through good and responsive responses to every report of bad treatment received by students. However, strengthening students' integrity character is still lacking due to the less than optimal implementation of lesson study. The implementation of lesson study at SMP Negeri 2 Percut Sei Tuan is still less than optimal due to the lack of teacher understanding regarding the importance of implementing the lesson study. Teachers still do not understand the stages of lesson study, namely plan (planning), do (implementation), and see (reflection).

Brain Drain or Brain Circulation? The Impact of Gaza’s 7th October War on the Displaced Academicians and Personnel of Higher Education Institutions

The unprecedented Gaza war in October 2023 had a catastrophic impact on the Palestinian higher education sector in the Gaza Strip: deaths, injuries, psychological trauma to educators, and destruction to educational premises and their facilities. Major concerns include displacement, diminished access to education, and the subsequent exodus of qualified professionals from the country. These factors are exacerbated by increasing reduction or complete cessation of education, and infrastructure degradation in the war zone areas. This study aims to explore and examine the impact of the Gaza war crisis on higher education academicians and personnel which has intrinsically hampered education, research, and science. This study adopts a qualitative method by interviewing university academicians from Gaza addressing the impact of the war crisis on their careers. These interviews scope the barriers and sketch the scale and nature of challenges for the higher educational sector during the war aiming to record the most important decisions and interventions to maintain the continuity of the education process forward.

Study of the Characteristics and Functions Astrocytes of the Nervous System

Astrocytes are glial cells located in the central nervous system, that is, in the brain and spinal cord. Like the rest of the glia, astrocytes play supporting roles concerning neurons, the main cells of the nervous system from a functional point of view. Astrocytes are formed from cells of the ectoderm, the layer of the embryonic disc from which the nervous system and epidermis arise, during the organism's early development. Like most glia, astrocytes start from undifferentiated cells similar to those that give rise to neurons. This article aims to relate the characteristics and functions of astrocytes in the brain nutrition function, in the memory and learning process of stroke. Concerned with outlining a public profile of quality research in the area, we sought to answer these questions based on a literature review in the main journals in the area (national and international) classified by the Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel (CAPES). To complement this analysis with other types of documents such as books, scientific journals, documents, and digital platforms, the following analysis steps were followed: (1) exhaustive reading of each article aiming at a global understanding and discovery of the approach used by its authors; (2) identification of the central ideas of each article; (3) classification of the ideas around core meanings; (4) comparison between the different core meanings present in the articles studied; (5) classification of the core meanings into broader axes (themes) around which the authors' discussions revolved; and (6) writing of interpretative summaries of each theme. After analyzing the content of the articles, we sought to establish a dialogue between the themes found and the literature that served as a basis for introducing the present study.

Quantification of training in educational methodology among teachers on the degree course in medicine: a pilot study

BackgroundMedical education has undergone significant changes over the last decades. Scientific and technological progress alongside contemporary society’s changing requirements have driven demand for highly trained, competent doctors. In response to this need, university faculties of medicine have sought innovative forms of teaching and evaluating the students on their degree courses. The aim of this study was to quantify the characteristics and extent of academic training in teaching methods, of participation in innovative teaching initiatives, and training in simulation and debriefing among the teaching personnel on the degree course in medicine at the University of Granada (Spain).MethodsThis transversal descriptive study was conducted among a population of 121 educators teaching on the medical degree course at the University of Granada, Spain. All responded to a specially designed CoRe-Content Representation questionnaire. This consisted of various parts: (a) demographic data; (b) teaching experience and qualifications; (c) specific information about training in teaching skills received. The Fisher test was applied whenever the dependent variable had two values (dichotomous) and the Chi-square test when it had more than two values (polytomic). Statistical significance was established with an alpha error of 5%.ResultsThe results showed that 87.60% of the educators had received no training in debriefing. There was a notable gender gap, whereby women held fewer management posts, fewer were engaged in clinical activity, and fewer had undergone training in clinical simulation. Teachers with degrees in medicine had undergone less regulated training than educators with other degree qualifications.ConclusionThe main areas of medical training that require improvement (and so present challenges to be met in the years to come) are as follows: a definitive solution to the existing gender gap, general implementation of new educational models and methods (especially learning based on clinical problem-solving and simulation), closing generation gaps, and improved training processes for educators with clinical attachment.

Kyai Leadership Management Model in Improving Quality Performance of Educators and Education Personnel in Islamic Boarding Schools Ibnussabil Santan Tengah

The Kyai leadership model in Islamic boarding schools plays a major role in improving the performance of educators and education personnel. As a leader, at least he must be able to influence, motivate, protect, and guide his subordinates to have significant performance quality. Thus, optimal performance is directly proportional to the institution's success in achieving its vision, mission, and goals. This study was conducted to find out how the Kyai leadership management model is carried out at the Ibnussabil Santan Tengah Islamic Boarding School in improving the quality of performance of educators and education personnel from a philosophical perspective. The research method uses a qualitative approach by describing the leadership management model used in improving the quality of performance of educators and education personnel, in this case, interviews and documentation are the data collection techniques. The results of the study showed that there is no best leader model because all types of leadership must be used according to the situation or circumstances to improve the quality of performance of educators and education personnel effectively. Keywords: Leadership Management Model, Performance of Educators, and Education Staff

AN INNOVATIVE CONCEPTUAL MODEL FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS BASED ON THE UTILIZATION OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

Educational institutions are faced with new challenges and opportunities in human resource management (HR). This research aims to develop an innovative conceptual model in HR management in educational institutions by utilizing digital technology. This model is expected to increase the effectiveness of the management of educators and education personnel by strengthening their digital capabilities and aiding their adaptation to the rapidly evolving digital landscape. The novelty of the research lies in the innovative approach that integrates digital technology in HR within educational institutions, creating a more dynamic, flexible, and collaborative work environment in the education sector, which is still rarely fully adopted. The research offers a novel approach by addressing the gap in the field of HR, where the integration of digital tools in HR is still underdeveloped. It provides a dynamic and flexible framework that can serve as a foundation for future HR strategies in education, contributing to the modernization and digital transformation of educational institutions.

The Curriculum Management Models of Laboratory Schools in Lptk

This study examines the curriculum management models in laboratory schools under the Educational Personnel Training Institutions (LPTK) at four universities: Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI), Universitas Negeri Jakarta (UNJ), Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP), and Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha (Undiksha). Laboratory schools play a vital role as practical training grounds for prospective teachers and as centers for educational innovation development. This research employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach to explore the various curriculum management models implemented in these laboratory schools.The findings indicate that the curriculum management in each laboratory school has its unique characteristics based on the vision and mission of each university. However, there is a general focus on developing curricula that align with national education needs and local content. Effective evaluation and supervision are key to successful curriculum implementation in laboratory schools. Furthermore, laboratory schools also play a strategic role as centers for innovative education and serve as models for other schools in preparing professional teacher candidates.

Disability Education for Health Personnel and Impact on Health Outcomes for Persons with Autism: A Scoping Review

Autism manifests in various progressive, fluctuating, or static differences that may be disabling. This requires healthcare staff to provide individualized, culturally competent care for autistic people (AP). However, staff are underprepared since disability curricula are not universally implemented, which may exacerbate health disparities for AP. The Alliance for Disability in Health Care Education (ADHCE) delineated staff competencies to address disparities. The purpose of this review was to describe what is known about disability education initiatives and health-related outcomes for AP. The review included published literature on disability education for any health personnel providing services to AP in any setting where healthcare services are delivered. In June 2023, six databases were queried. Of 3,396 screened reports, 42 were extracted. Most articles originated in the United States and reported various instructional strategies on child-focused educational content for small interprofessional groups in various settings. The biomedical and biopsychosocial disability models were prominent. The training covered few, if any, ADHCE competencies and rarely involved collaboration with AP. Positive outcomes included improved functional health, behavior, and communication. Patient-reported outcomes and physical and psychosocial health were underreported. Future initiatives should involve scaled-up global efforts, address core competencies for care across the lifespan, and establish community partnerships to ensure meaningful outcomes.

Operations Regarding Safe Educational Institutions of Educational Institutions under the Jurisdiction of the Saraburi Primary Educational Service Area Office 2

Background and Aims: The purpose of this research is to study and compare the opinions of personnel regarding safe educational operations in educational institutions under the jurisdiction of Saraburi Primary Educational Service Area Office 2. Classified by position educational institution size and work experience in addition, the objective is to study guidelines for promoting and developing the operation of safe educational institutions in educational institutions under the same affiliation. Methodology: The sample group used in the research consisted of 317 personnel from educational institutions under the Saraburi Primary Educational Service Area Office, Area 2, obtained by stratified random sampling (Stratified Random Sampling). The research instrument was the questionnaire has a 5-level rating scale with an IOC between 0.80 - 1.00 and a confidence value (Cronbach's Alpha) equal to 0.79. Structured interviews were also used to collect additional information. Statistics used in data analysis include frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation, T-test (t-test) and analysis of variance (ANOVA or F-test). Results: The results of the research found that: (1) The operation of educational institutions is safe. of educational institutions under the jurisdiction of the Saraburi Primary Educational Service Area Office 2, overall and in each aspect It was found to be at a "very high" level in all aspects, which shows that the operation of safe educational institutions has been carried out efficiently in every dimension. (2) Results of comparative analysis operations in the area of ​​safe educational institutions. Classified by position It was found that there was a statistically significant difference at the 0.05 level while categorizing by school size and work experience found that there was no difference. (3) Operational guidelines Regarding safe educational institutions under the Saraburi Primary Educational Service Area Office 2, it was found that: 1) In terms of preventive measures should proceed with the preparation of a safety plan that covers all dimensions. 2) Instilling measures safety workshops should be organized for teachers. educational personnel and students 3) suppression measures guidelines for managing or suppressing incidents should be established. Including assistance when an incident occurs in an educational institution and create mutual awareness in all sectors. Conclusion: Operations regarding safe educational institutions of educational institutions. There should be a safety plan for educational institutions that covers all dimensions. Educational institutions provide an environment and atmosphere that is safe for students, teachers, and educational personnel. There are guidelines for managing or suppressing incidents. Assistance when an incident occurs in an educational institution and there are workshops on safety of educational institutions for teachers, educational personnel and students.

Using Principles of Good Governance by Educational Institution Administrators under the Jurisdiction of the Chaiyaphum Provincial Learning Promotion Office

Background and Aims: Effective public and social management Also known as good governance, it is an important guideline for organizing society which consists of the public sector. Private business sector and the public sector. The goal is to strengthen and increase the country's immunity. This research aims to: 1. study and compare the level of opinions of personnel on the application of good governance principles in the management of educational institutions by administrators under the Chaiyaphum Provincial Learning Promotion Office. Classified by educational level Position and work experience. And 2. survey the guidelines for developing educational institution administration according to the principles of good governance of educational institution administrators under the Chaiyaphum Provincial Learning Promotion Office. Methodology: The research sample consisted of 229 educational institution personnel under the Chaiyaphum Provincial Learning Promotion Office, which were obtained from stratified sampling. The research instrument consisted of a questionnaire with a 5-level rating scale, with an IOC value in the range of 0.80 – 1.00 and a reliability value of 0.91. Structured interviews were also conducted to collect data. Statistics used in data analysis include frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation, T-test, F-test and pairwise difference test using the Scheffé method. Results: The research results are summarized as follows (1) Using the principles of good governance by educational institution administrators Under the jurisdiction of the Chaiyaphum Provincial Learning Promotion Office. It was found that the overall level was at a high level. Especially the information technology management aspect is also at a high level. (2) Comparative analysis of the use of good governance principles by educational institution administrators under the jurisdiction of the Chaiyaphum Provincial Learning Promotion Office Classified by education level and work experience found that there was no difference. But when classified according to position and duty It was found that there was a statistically significant difference at the 0.05 level. (3) Guidelines for using the principles of good governance by educational institution administrators under the jurisdiction of the Chaiyaphum Provincial Learning Promotion Office It was found that the executives had established management guidelines that were accepted by the personnel. Adhere to the principles of correctness and goodness. Administer educational institutions according to criteria that can be verified. Provide opportunities for personnel to participate in educational institution development planning. and focus on the benefits that students will receive. By managing limited resources to provide maximum benefit to students. Conclusion: The research findings show that educational institution administrators under the Chaiyaphum Provincial Learning Promotion Office use good governance principles at a high level, particularly in information technology management. When comparing education level and work experience, no differences were found; however, significant differences emerged based on position and duty. Key guidelines for promoting good governance include establishing accepted management practices, maintaining integrity and transparency, involving personnel in planning, and prioritizing resource management to maximize student benefits.

50 years after the Securing Educational Personnel Act (1974): Why Japan faces teacher shortage

ABSTRACT This article examines the paradoxical teacher shortage in Japan 50 years after the enactment of the 1974 Securing Educational Personnel Act, which aimed to attract talented individuals to the teaching profession. It analyses how teacher education policies, administrative reforms, and fiscal measures have contributed to the current situation. The study traces the evolution of post-war teacher training principles, the recommendations of the 1971 Central Council for Education report, and subsequent policy implementations. Through a critical lens, it explores how neoliberal reforms since the 1990s, including deregulation, decentralisation, and market-oriented approaches, have impacted teacher supply, working conditions, and the profession’s attractiveness. The paper argues that while quantitative teacher shortages may not exist, qualitative issues stemming from increased temporary appointments, excessive workloads, and diminished job security have created a perceived shortage. It concludes by discussing potential strategies to revitalise the teaching profession and ensure a sustainable supply of qualified educators in Japan’s changing socioeconomic landscape.